New Year

Resolve to make at least one person happy every day, and then in ten years you may have made three thousand, six hundred and fifty persons happy, or brightened a small town by your contribution to the fund of general enjoyment.
Have a very Happy New Year. Best wishes from us all.

And so they begin!

May all your troubles last as long as your New Year's resolutions!

THIS WILL MAKE YOU CRY!

The story goes that some time ago, a man punished his 3-year-old daughter for wasting a roll of gold wrapping paper. Money was tight and he became infuriated when the child tried to decorate a box to put under the Christmas tree. Nevertheless, the little girl brought the gift to her father the next morning and said, "This is for you, Daddy."

The man was embarrassed by his earlier overreaction, but his anger flared again when he found out the box was empty. He yelled at her, stating, "Don't you know, when you give someone a present, there is supposed to be something inside? The little girl looked up at him with tears in her eyes and cried, "Oh, Daddy, it's not empty at all. I blew kisses into the box. They're all for you, Daddy."

The father was crushed. He put his arms around his little girl, and he begged for her forgiveness.

Only a short time later, an accident took the life of the child. It is also told that her father kept that gold box by his bed for many years and, whenever he was discouraged, he would take out an imaginary kiss and remember the love of the child who had put it there.

In a very real sense, each one of us, as humans beings, have been given a gold container filled with unconditional love and kisses... from our children, family members and  friends. There is simply no other possession, anyone could hold, more precious than this.

Be safe, be happy. 

Goodwill

To your enemy, forgiveness. To an opponent, tolerance. To a friend, your heart. To a customer, service. To all, charity. To every child, a good example. To yourself, respect.
And remember The way you spend Xmas is far more important than how much.

This is lovely....

Love is what is in the room with you at Christmas if you stop opening presents and listen.
Happy Xmas to you all.

“Where Do You REALLY Live?”

What do you use to see with?  If you said your eyes… you're wrong.  How about hearing?  If you said ears… wrong again!   You don't see or hear with your eyes or ears.  Those are just end organs for collecting light and sound waves.  To actually see and hear you have to interpret those waves with your nerves and brain (Nerve System) first.
In reality, you LIVE in your Nerve System.  EVERYTHING you experience in life is processed through it… what you see, what you hear, what you feel. That's why Chiropractors care so much about keeping it healthy.  If your Nerve System is stressed, there goes your ability to interpret your world, and there goes your ability to successfully navigate life.
Regular adjustments keep your Nerve System clear so you can respond to life's challenges in a positive way.  If you're feeling a little foggy, or just disconnected from the world, maybe it's time for some Nerve System house cleaning.  Give your Chiropractor a call today and get reconnected to Life.

The Knowledge: How not to gain weight over Christmas

Eat, drink and be merry - and keep trim, with these tips from Christina Howells, the nutritional expert at Home House gym in London.

Eat before you hit the party

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Skipping meals will often result in bingeing. If you have a party in the evening, make sure you eat two small meals and two balanced snacks beforehand, to maintain your blood sugar levels. Eat half an avocado and some crayfish, or a matchbox portion of hummus with two oatcakes before a party - this will reduce the likelihood of you heading straight to find food.

Get the ratios right

It's often the amount we eat that is the real problem. Aim to make vegetables the largest portion on your plate. A portion of carbohydrates need be no bigger than a tight fist, and protein the size and thickness of the palm of your hand.Luckily, our Christmas tradition is to have turkey, which is good for you. Ifyou don't eat meat, salmon is a great alternative and is full of essentialfats.

Chew on it

It takes an average of 15 to 20 minutes for the stomach to signal to the brain that it's full. By then it may be too late, because you have taken a second helping of Christmas pudding. Take time to chew, pay attention to what Auntie Mildred is waffling on about and it may just pay off in your favour.

Avoid fatty snacks

Watch out for calorie-laden treats such as mince pies. These are the little extras we can do without. Remember, Christmas is a social time of year, so rather than dive for the buffet spend more time chatting and dancing. At the dinner table don't be afraid to say no to seconds. If you say, 'No, thanks,' and don't give an explanation, people tend not to ask any more questions. As soon as you say, 'It's because I'm watching my weight,' they'll say, 'Go on, have another potato.' Stick to your guns.

Watch your alcohol intake

Alcohol contains useless calories that disrupt your blood sugar levels and increase appetite. This is why you crave sugar when you have a hangover. You don't haveto be a saint but, if you're going to drink, try to limit your intake and havea glass of water between each alcoholic drink.

Move your body

You don't need to do a full workout on Christmas Day but a walk after lunch will definitely make you feel better. As soon as you stop exercising for a period of time you feel more tired and more inclined to think, 'Oh well, I may as well eat and drink what I want.' If you keep yourself active, come January you won't find it difficult to get back into your normal routine.

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Auld Lang Syne

Auld Lang Syne 

Traditionally sung at New Year, Auld Land Syne reflects perfectly on the meaning of New Year celebrations.
Written by Scots poet Robert Burns in 1741, it wasn’t published until 1796, after his death.  ‘Auld Lang Syne’ literally means ‘old long ago,’ or simply, ‘the good old days.’   And for the record, the traditional crossing of hands should not be done until the fourth verse!
Auld Lang Syne
Should auld acquaintance be forgot,
and never brought to mind?
Should auld acquaintance be forgot
and days of auld lang syne?
For auld lang syne, my dear,
For auld lang syne,
We’ll take a cup o’ kindness yet
For auld lang syne
We twa hae run aboot the braes
And pou’d the gowans fine;
we’ve wander’d mony a weary foot
Sin’ auld lang syne
We two hae paidled i’ the burn,
Frae mornin’ sun till dine;
But seas between us braid hae roar’d
Sin’ auld lang syne
And here’s a hand, my trusty friend,
And gie’s a hand o’ thine;
We’ll take a cup o’ kindness yet
For auld lang syne
Should auld acquaintance be forgot,
and never brought to mind?
Should auld acquaintance be forgot
and days of auld lang syne?
For auld lang syne, my dear,
For auld lang syne,
We’ll take a cup o’ kindness yet
For auld lang syne

So now you know.

The Origin of The Twelve Days of Christmas.

  

There is one Christmas Carol that has always baffled me. 

  

What in the world do leaping lords, French hens, swimming swans, and especially the partridge who won't come out of the pear tree have to do with Christmas? 

  

Today I found out, thanksto the Internet. 

  

From 1558 until 1829, Roman Catholics in England were not permitted to practice their faith openly. Someone during that era wrote this carol as a catechism song for young Catholics. 

  

It has two levels of meaning: the surface meaning plus a hidden meaning known only to members of their church. Each element in the carol has a code word for a religious reality which the children could remember. 

  

One true love refers to God

  

Two turtle doves were the Old and New Testaments. 

  

Three French hens stood for Faith, Hope and Charity, the Theological Virtues
   

The four calling birds were the Four Gospels and/or the Four Evangelists Matthew, Mark, Luke & John. 

  

The five golden rings recalled the Torah or Law, first Five Books of the Old Testament, the "Pentateuch", which gives the history of man's fall from grace.

  

The six geese a-laying stood for the the six days of creation. 

  

Seven swans a-swimming represented the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit, the seven sacraments: Prophesy, Serving, Teaching, Exhortation, Contribution, Leadership, and Mercy. 

  

The eight maids a-milking were the eight beatitudes. 

  

Nine ladies dancing were the nine Fruits of the Holy Spirit: Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness, and Self Control. 

  

The ten lords a-leaping were the Ten Commandments. 

  

The eleven pipers piping stood for the eleven faithful apostles. 

  

The twelve drummers drumming symbolized the  twelve points of doctrine in the Apostle's Creed. 

  

So there is your history for today. This knowledge was shared with me and I found it interesting and enlightening and now I know how that strange song became a Christmas Carol.

Have a wonderful Xmas.

The most important Life Line of them All

Fortune tellers read the life line in the palm of a client's hand.  Cardiologists interpret the blipping life lines of a patient's EKG.  But Chiropractors dedicate their work to the most important life line of them all… the spinal cord and its protective covering, the spine.
The spine itself is an engineering marvel. Made up of articulating bones called vertebrae, each segment lines up perfectly with the next to provide both support to your body and protection to the spinal cord.  It's this critical relationship between spinal alignment and the flow of Life through the spinal cord that Chiropractors are devoted to.  Distort the alignment of the spine and you distort the flow of Life through the cord.  Distort the flow of Life through the cord and you distort the expression of health in your body.
For a Chiropractor, smooth lateral curves and plumb postures are more than just simple diagnostic findings.  They’re the validation that Life itself is flowing freely through the patient like a river.  And as long as Life courses through the line, healing is sure to follow.

Why are we happy?

Check this out.

http://www.ted.com/talks/dan_gilbert_asks_why_are_we_happy.html


 WE look after all of you. Chemical physical and emotional aspects of your health.

Interesting....

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rARh9e-l_7c

Nearly Xmas.... look after yourself and your loved ones.

Although the extension cords are all connected and each individual Christmas light has been inspected with precision, he's still not connected to the source.

It's a classic holiday movie scene. Clark Griswold stands with bated breath and extension cords in hand as a childlike giddiness overtakes him.  The family drum roll commences, he makes the much anticipated electrical connection and VOILA… nothing happens.
Clark has a power problem.  Although the extension cords are all connected and each individual Christmas light has been inspected with precision, he's still not connected to the source.  It isn't until his wife 'adjusts' an obscure switch in the garage, and turns the main POWER back on that the light show begins.  She'd actually make a good Chiropractor!
If your wiring (nerve system) is connected and your body parts have all been dutifully inspected by the best doctor in the world, you still won't function to your potential if you're not connected 100% to your source… the Life creating power that flows from above, down, inside, out.  Make sure you and your family stay connected to it with regular Chiropractic care during this bustling holiday season.  You glow brighter when your power switch is on.

WHERE DO YOUR NERVES GO?????

Your nervous system controls and coordinates every function of your body. It is your nervous system that allows you to adapt and live in your environment. Chiropractic is a holistic method of keeping your spine, nerves, and energies functioning without interference so you can live a healthy lifestyle.

UpperCervical Spine, Upper Neck, C1 - C2

Head, face, upper neck, inner & middle ear, sympathetic nerve system, sinuses, eyes, auditory nerves and more.

CervicalSpine, Mid and Lower Neck, C3 - C7

Neck, shoulders, thyroid, tonsils, teeth, outer ear, nose, mouth, vocal cords, and more.

ThoracicSpine, Mid Back, T1 - T12

Arms, hands, heart, coronary arteries, esophagus, trachea, lungs, bronchial tubes, gallbladder, liver, stomach, pancreas, spleen, kidneys, ureters, adrenal glands, small intestines, and more.

Lumbar Spine,Lower Back, L1 - L5

Large intestines, appendix, abdomen, bladder, reproductive organs, lower back, lower extremities, ankles, feet, and more.

Sacrum andCoccyx, Basebone or Tailbone

Hip bones, tail bone, buttocks, rectum, anus, and more.

Gymnastics Event

I'm really looking forward to presenting the 'Peak Performance Workshop' on behalf of West Sussex Chiropractic for all interested athletes, coaches an families on Saturday December 3rd at the gym 2:30pm.