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Nurturing the Mind: Autumn Reflections and the Sunshine Vitamin

September 27, 2023β€’2 min read

Mindset October

Warm greetings to our cherished community,

October ushers in a reflective season, with trees bearing their souls and nature transitioning into rest. As we venture further into our Total Health DREAM Series, we touch upon the cornerstone 'M' - Mindset. Today, we explore the profound ties between our mental well-being and holistic health, with a spotlight on the 'Sunshine Vitamin.'

🍁 The Mind-Body Connection

Holistic health recognizes that our mental state affects our physical health and vice versa. Positive affirmations, mindfulness, and gratitude practices can profoundly influence our outlook and physical well-being.

🌞 The Sunshine Vitamin: A Mood Regulator?

As the days grow shorter, it's essential to be cognizant of our Vitamin D levels. Often termed the 'Sunshine Vitamin,' Vitamin D has been linked to mood regulation and mental well-being. With less sunlight exposure, our bodies might not produce adequate Vitamin D, potentially impacting our mood.

Sun Fall

πŸ’‘ Checking Vitamin D Levels

Getting your Vitamin D levels checked can provide valuable insights into your overall health. It's a straightforward process, and understanding your levels can guide your supplement intake to optimize mental and physical health.

🌳 Rooted Thoughts: Growing a Resilient Mindset

Our thoughts, much like trees, have roots. By watering positive thoughts and pruning negative ones, we can cultivate a forest of resilience, adaptability, and tranquility within our minds.

"The mind and the body are like parallel universes. Anything that happens in the mental universe must leave tracks in the physical one." – Deepak Chopra

Embracing a holistic mindset resonates deeply with Total Health Chiropractic's core mission. This autumn, as the world shifts around us, let’s choose to nourish our minds, fortifying our belief in being healthy by choice, not by chance.

Stay tuned for our upcoming posts, where we'll continue to illuminate paths to holistic health.

With tranquil thoughts,

Dr. Dillon Hammes

The Total Health Chiropractic Team

P.S. Have mindfulness practices or holistic remedies that uplift your spirit? We'd love to hear from you! Share your insights with our community on our social media platforms.

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Dr. Dillon Hammes

Dr. Dillon Hammes is the founder of Total Health ChiropracTIC in Coralville, IA. He proudly serves the Corridor with modern corrective chiropractic care for the whole family. His mission is to change the way people view and manage their health from the inside out. This blog is one of the ways he intends to give value to the community.

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