We are like a symphony orchestra

Dr. TonyNSA

If you were to write down every single process that takes place in the human body that we know of and can observe, you would be writing for a very long time. One of the benefits of a chiropractic education is a well-rounded understanding of how the human body works when healthy. Having studied human biology, anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, we …

The 4 Modes of Life – Part 5

Dr. TonyNSA

Some people who meditate report having the experience of being able to observe the mind. They’re able to observe themselves observing. Much like this fairly common experience that meditators have, when you start to dance with the modes of life, you start to be able to observe yourself being in the different modes and consciously switching from one to another. …

The 4 Modes of Life – Part 4

Dr. TonyNSA

The Seeker strives to have new experiences and new feelings. They are not content with the status quo. They are interested in creating their lives, tapping into abundance and serendipity. By adopting this perspective, they increase their chances of reaching new heights. “It is better to aim high and miss then to aim low and hit.” ~ Les Brown Sometimes …

The 4 Modes of Life – Part 3

Dr. TonyNSA

When I think about the mode of the Explorer, I recognize that the Explorer values something else more than fear and safety and is willing to be curious and to feel more than he or she is used to feeling. The Explorer is not problem-focused like the Learner. The Explorer asks the question: “What is the opportunity here?” Just like …

The 4 Modes of Life – Part 2

Dr. TonyNSA

Since last week’s article, maybe you’ve had a chance to reflect and see how you’ve held yourself back at times; in smaller ways and maybe in bigger ways? Have you seen how being the Observer has been helpful to you? Have you seen how the habit of being the Observer has been hindering you? With each of these modes, being …

The 4 Modes of Life – Part 1

Dr. TonyNSA

Raising your standards is a way to not only avoid pain and painful situations, it’s a way of taking command of your thoughts, perspectives and attitudes and creating more meaning in your life. If you want to raise the standards that you hold yourself to, being aware of how you’re doing life in the moment and day to day is …

I’m not happy with just better

Dr. TonyNSA

If all you ever tell me is that since having NeuroStructural care that you feel better than you did before, I’ll take it, but secretly I want more for you:). When we work together during any phase of care, if we both want “just better” for you, then that’ll be the best we achieve. If when I work with you, …

The 4 different kinds of pain – Part 4

Dr. TonyNSA

The other day Karen was in for her regular visit. During the entrainment, as she was lying on the table, her right leg started to shake. Initially she tried to hold it still and then she remembered some of my coaching to her from a previous visit. “Just let it be” I had said to her, so in that moment, …

The 4 different kinds of pain – Part 3

Dr. TonyNSA

I have a confession to make. I used to be a task junkie. Nothing in the world was going to stop me and my list. This magical list just continued to grow. No matter how much I did, there were always new tasks being added to it. I got to the point where I would achieve a task and start …

The 4 different kinds of pain – Part 2

Dr. TonyNSA

The pain that we feel is often looked at through the lens of causation, in particular, a lens which looks for a 3 dimensional cause such as a pinched nerve, inflammation, or some other derangement of tissues. We look to professionals to give us a diagnosis, which will determine the type of treatment and will give us some sense as …