Monday October 21st 6.30 - 7pm
Our health is ultimately OUR INDIVIDUAL responsibility, and taking ownership of it is crucial for leading a fulfilling and productive life. While healthcare providers can offer guidance, diagnosis, care, and hold space to allow the body to BE BETTER ABLE TO DO MORE and BE BETTER ABLE TO PROCESS & ADDRESS the challenges it faces; the bottom line is, the day-to-day decisions that impact our well-being are in our own hands. By making conscious choices and being proactive, we can prevent many common illnesses, and improve our body’s ability to better heal and deal with the effects of living in the modern world and improve our overall quality of life.
Good health is not something that can be achieved passively. It requires effort and commitment to maintaining healthy habits. Awareness and understanding are the first steps on this path to better health
So, let’s get clear on 5 KEYS to supporting the body to better health, healing and wellbeing.
A proper nerve supply is essential for maintaining overall health and well-being. It underpins everything else you could possibly do to support better health.
Nerves control and coordinate every function in the body, from muscle movement to organ function, including digestion. It’s through the nervous system that we process and experience the word around us. When the nerve supply is disrupted, it can lead to pain, weakness, and impaired function, affecting the body’s ability to heal and maintain balance.
Ensuring that nerves are functioning optimally, through good posture, movement, and regular chiropractic care, helps increase the likelihood of preventing issues like chronic pain, numbness, and dysfunction. A healthy nerve supply supports efficient communication between the brain and body, promoting better health and a higher quality of life.
You really are what you eat. Proper nutrition is vital for maintaining health and preventing disease. It provides the essential nutrients that our bodies need to function optimally, including vitamins, minerals, proteins, fats, and carbohydrates. A balanced diet supports energy levels, immune function, and cognitive performance, while reducing the risk of chronic conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and obesity. By making informed food choices, we can enhance our quality of life, boost longevity, and support our bodies in performing at their best.
‘Life is movement and movement is life’
Proper exercise is essential for maintaining physical and mental health. Regular physical activity strengthens the heart, muscles, and bones, while improving flexibility and balance. It helps manage weight, reduces the risk of chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease, and boosts immune function. Exercise also promotes mental well-being by reducing stress, anxiety, and depression, and enhancing mood and cognitive function. Additionally, staying active improves energy levels, sleep quality, and overall longevity. By incorporating proper exercise into daily routines, individuals can improve their quality of life, prevent illness, and support long-term health and vitality.
4. Sufficient Rest
Proper rest is crucial for overall health and well-being. Adequate sleep allows the body to repair and rejuvenate, supporting immune function, muscle recovery, and brain health. Rest is essential for cognitive processes, such as memory consolidation and problem-solving, and it helps regulate mood and reduce stress. Without sufficient rest, the risk of chronic conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and obesity increases, pain issues, along with mental health issues like anxiety and depression. Ensuring regular, quality sleep and taking breaks during the day and in life, improves focus, productivity, and emotional balance, making proper rest a cornerstone of a healthy lifestyle.
“Don’t get so busy making a living that you forget to make a life” – Dolly Parton
5. Meditation & Prayer
These practices can be done irrespective of beliefs and world views. Meditation and prayer are powerful practices for enhancing mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Research has repeatedly shown the profound benefits of meditation and prayer for mental, emotional, and physical health. Studies consistently demonstrate that meditation significantly reduces stress, anxiety, depression, and pain. Meditation enhances emotional regulation and cognitive flexibility and focus, all promoting an overall state of well-being. Similarly, prayer has been shown to offer psychological and physiological benefits.
Research indicates that prayer can foster a sense of hope and coping, contributing to better mental health outcomes, provides comfort and a sense of purpose, which can improve overall life satisfaction. Additionally, studies suggest that prayer can have positive effects on physical health, such as reducing blood pressure and enhancing immune function. Both practices are linked to changes in brain activity associated with reduced stress and improved mood. Incorporating meditation and prayer into daily life not only supports mental and emotional health but also contributes to a holistic sense of well-being and resilience and improve their overall quality of life.
So, taking ownership instead of hoping some health professional or Dr is going to wave a magic wand over you to fix and heal you, or protect you from ever feeling pain again, or never suffering and experiencing poor health, is just not reality. However, adopting an awareness and then acting on these five keys will give you your brain and body greater strategies to better heal and deal with the effects of your life and give you less reason to experience poor health. Remember, a HEALTHY NERVOUS SYSTEM underpins all the above.
With love,
James
