The Art, Science and Philosophy of Chiropractic: A pediatric approach – part 2

This particular article is a continuation of the principles put forward in the previous issue. The previous article outlined some of the principles for achieving a successful practice that includes children. One of the overriding principles discussed was “the big idea” – a concept heard so frequently in chiropractic circles. This concept of having a big vision, or big purpose or major objective as a means to achieving an end, is an idea that has been discussed since antiquity.

This particular article is a continuation of the principles put forward in the previous issue. The previous article outlined some of the principles for achieving a successful practice that includes children. One of the overriding principles discussed was “the big idea” – a concept heard so frequently in chiropractic circles. This concept of having a big vision, or big purpose or major objective as a means to achieving an end, is an idea that has been discussed since antiquity.

Napoleon Hill, the founder of the modern personal achievement movement, taught this principle by stating, “You must have a major definite purpose that burns within you, that whips you into a white heat.” B.J. Palmer is famous for stating, “Get the big idea and all else follows.” He used this concept to reach his monumental achievements.

But, this idea no longer need be accepted on the good faith of the person teaching it – quantum physics has made it an idea whose time has come and chiropractors are ideally positioned to use it for the benefit of their patients.

THE BIG IDEA OF QUANTUM PHYSICS
Quantum physics’ essential premise is that the intent of the observer helps to create the events being observed. This is true for health and healing and can be used by chiropractors to help their patients achieve wellness. Said another way, what you focus on expands and becomes reality. In terms of patient well-being, the more intent the doctor is on healthy outcomes, the more probable it is that they will occur. Therefore, the doctor’s definition of what type of health and well-being  he/she intends to facilitate for the patient must be deeply understood (i.e., where specifically the doctor lies on the health spectrum must be clear to that doctor).

For example, quantum physics explains that, after attending a shoulder seminar, the newly enthusiastic shoulder specialist begins to have patients with shoulder problems that he can now help. If the doctor learns a new technique, there will be people showing up to receive that technique. This occurs because of the doctor’s quantum shift in focus to that technique.

CLARITY OF FOCUS – SUCCESS FOR YOUR PRACTICE?
For the chiropractor, clarity of focus comes from knowing as many details as possible about the art, science and philosophy of healing as they see it. Knowing enough details that support the healing viewpoint, foments a certainty, in the chiropractor, that overcomes any doubts or uncertainty the patient may have about their health and healing. This clarity of focus defines why you are the doctors. Patient objections and questions serve to refine these details and for the doctor to become more certain. In fact, by answering objections, the doctor refines his/her vision and focus to become an even more effective healer.

Perhaps the greatest obstacle to achieving practice success lies in the emotional distractions that take the doctor’s focus off of the practice. A dispute with a spouse, making the patient visit a social visit, being physically unhealthy, to name a few scenarios – all of these serve to interrupt the doctor’s intent to help the people in his/her practice.

Since we all experience emotions, the doctor must have a strategy to rise above the cyclical nature of these emotions, and maintain a composed and compassionate perspective.  The most effective means of doing this is by having a purpose that is bigger than just the needs of the doctor – by getting the “big idea” that involves the service of others.

YOUR MISSION STATEMENT – HOW IT WORKS
When the doctor has a purpose greater than just his/her own personal needs, he/she will make choices based on rational facts rather than to satisfy immediate concerns.
It may be the end of the day and the doctor may be fatigued. However, if the doctor remembers his/her purpose he/she will be able to tap into reserves that allow him/her to continue to provide quality service. Going that extra mile is easier in the service of others rather than just for personal benefit.

At times, despite his/her best efforts, the doctor will identify with the emotions he/she is feeling. This, of course, distracts the doctor from being as effective with patients. Just as research shows that having an exercise partner dramatically improves outcomes, the doctor must have a mission statement – or cause statement – that calls to mind the fact that his/her purpose is more important than the temporary distractions. This is where the mission statement refocuses what the doctor is putting into the quantum field.

AND A CHILD SHALL LEAD THEM
Quite often, the people who best sense the doctor’s presence – or lack of presence – are children. Children can be the most sensitive observers of the world around them and if the doctor is uncomfortable and not focused with them, they will reflect that back.

One of the greatest thrills in practice can come from helping children grow and prosper. Seeing a child gain enough wellness to eliminate her Ventolin, or walk again, or gain strength to play sports, is immensely fulfilling. The fact that one doctor is successful at doing this while another is not, has nothing to do with factors such as special children’s tables, or a special technique. It is because of the doctor’s intent and focus. If the doctor would like to shift his/her practice, the quantum field is ready and awaiting his/her  input –  that is, the doctor’s big idea.

Read part 1 of this article.