Define balance. Merriam Webster has 9 different meanings for the noun and another 6 entries for its use as a verb. Balance from the health perspective also has several meanings.
We can talk about the particular definition of "physical equilibrium". Of a person who loses their balance due to vertigo or neurological imbalance or painful extremity or low blood pressure (and the list goes on). A loss of balance in this sense equates with some serious dis-ease in the human body.
"A means of judging or deciding." How often do we think about a food choice, our entertainment, a walk, a spinal adjustment or taking a drug and really examine the impact of such on our overall health balance? Not enough, perhaps.
"Mental and emotional steadiness." Do you have peace? Think long and hard about this particular item regarding your health. A lack of mental clarity and peace becomes physiological processes in our bodies which can build your body up or tear it down.
"An aesthetically pleasing integration of elements." Although I will use this out of context, I like how it sounds. Realize that when it comes to your health, a lack of balance takes away your health, your life. Working toward balance not only gives you health, it gives you happiness and peace in life.
*Think Well-Your guide to achieving balance in your mind-will be presented by Dr. Michael Quartararo in our Guilderland office on October 13th and in our Ballston Spa office on October 14th both at 7pm. Please join us! For more information visit our website www.aacfamilywellness.com.
We can talk about the particular definition of "physical equilibrium". Of a person who loses their balance due to vertigo or neurological imbalance or painful extremity or low blood pressure (and the list goes on). A loss of balance in this sense equates with some serious dis-ease in the human body.
"A means of judging or deciding." How often do we think about a food choice, our entertainment, a walk, a spinal adjustment or taking a drug and really examine the impact of such on our overall health balance? Not enough, perhaps.
"Mental and emotional steadiness." Do you have peace? Think long and hard about this particular item regarding your health. A lack of mental clarity and peace becomes physiological processes in our bodies which can build your body up or tear it down.
"An aesthetically pleasing integration of elements." Although I will use this out of context, I like how it sounds. Realize that when it comes to your health, a lack of balance takes away your health, your life. Working toward balance not only gives you health, it gives you happiness and peace in life. *Think Well-Your guide to achieving balance in your mind-will be presented by Dr. Michael Quartararo in our Guilderland office on October 13th and in our Ballston Spa office on October 14th both at 7pm. Please join us! For more information visit our website www.aacfamilywellness.com.
Dr. Sarah Westcott
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