Has the thought of giving a presentation made you feel nauseated or have you rushing to the bathroom? Have you ever felt “butterflies” in your stomach before a date? There is a correlation between your gastrointestinal system and your emotions. Emotions such as anxiety, sadness or anger can trigger symptoms that are felt in the […]
Nobody wants to feel pain. In fact, we usually try to avoid it as much as possible. Often, when something starts to hurt or becomes uncomfortable, our instinctive response is to remove ourselves from the source of that pain or discomfort. Sometimes we divert so much of our energy and effort to avoid feeling the […]
A drastic turn of events can often be the catalyst necessary for shifting perspectives. You may not always be able to control the outcome of a situation, but you can choose to see the situation differently. Indeed, choosing to alter the way you view (or have viewed) your life can change your life’s meaning. Have […]
Our posture is a physical representation of who we are. The way that we hold ourselves, and the way that we move (or don’t move) are deeply connected to our thoughts and our emotions. Specific emotions result in characteristic postures and body reactions. Conversely, holding a specific posture makes it easier to feel (or block) […]
You know the saying “I’ll believe it when I see it”? Well, how could your life be different if you could see it because you believed it? Our beliefs are so ingrained into all of us that we instinctively expect things to unfold in accordance with what we believe to be true. We are so […]
Over a year ago, I started incorporating Heart Rate Velocity (HRV) testing as part of the initial examination that is conducted when someone starts care at the office. HRV is recorded and re-assessed at each progress examination. This is exciting because both I and the patient can see how their autonomic system is reorganizing and […]