TLC Chiropractic & Wellness

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about the ability to adapt—my own and others’.

For a few weeks now, I’ve noticed that my energy has been lower than usual. My interest in my work and responsibilities has felt heavy, and my emotions have been all over the place.

When I first noticed it, I connected it to some grief that resurfaced around a loss that wasn’t recent. I assumed some of it was because my home is still unsettled after significant damage from an August storm. I also considered that my new schedule and splitting my time between two clinics might simply be tiring me out.

But when I didn’t bounce back within a week or two, I became concerned.

Was I missing something? If so, what?

So I started listening more closely to what my body and mind were asking for.

I craved quiet. I wanted to be alone with my animals after work. I wanted to watch silly shows on TV. I wanted time in nature. I wanted rest.

I’ll be honest. It felt awkward.

I teach people to honor their needs and listen to their bodies and minds. Now I needed to do the same. And the information I was getting wasn’t particularly compatible with what I thought I *should* be doing.

I’m usually ambitious and focused. I use my time well. I’m productive.

Suddenly, I wanted nothing more than to do…nothing.

At first, I struggled with that realization. I felt a little sorry for myself. I questioned almost everything.

Then I decided not to push through it.

I allowed myself to rest between activities. I watched TV…during the day! I stopped using every bit of free time to create social posts, blog posts, and articles. I batched an entire month of writing and then actually allowed the available time to remain available.

And what happened next is what I already know happens when we honor what we need.

I started to relax.

The world didn’t fall apart. My business didn’t fail. The bills got paid. And I discovered, once again, that I didn’t have to manage everything all the time.

Slowly, I can feel some of my energy and interest returning—not because I forced myself back into my usual pace, but because I gave myself room to respond to what was actually happening.

And maybe that’s an important part of adaptability that we don’t talk about enough.

Adaptability isn’t always about becoming better at handling more.

Sometimes it’s recognizing that the conditions have changed and allowing ourselves to change with them.

Sometimes the adaptive response is to move forward.

Sometimes it’s to slow down.

And sometimes it’s to stop expecting ourselves to function exactly as we did before life asked something different of us.

I’m still finding my way through this season, and I’m paying attention to what comes next.

The irony is not lost on me.

Apparently, I get to practice what I teach, too.

Yay for Friday!

Stop in for a healing session tomorrow and kick Fall of well.

Thanks for sharing this Dr. Vanessa!

If you’ve been curious about different treatment modalities, or just want a quick tune-up this is a great opportunity.

It’s so fun to collaborate with other local practitioners too.

Reach out to Dr. Tracey at 219-706-3133 or by email to [email protected] to get on the schedule. Drop-ins are welcome too!

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2 events this week

Come join me a Clawdia's Beauty Salon Tuesday Sept 15th, 2-4. New patient appointment is still available

Then I will be teaming up with Dr.Tracey from TLC Chiropractic & Wellness Friday Sept 18th from 4-6. We will be offering:
Cold laser 20 min ($30)
PEMF mat 30 min ($10)
Craniosacral Therapy 30 min ($50)
Trigger point therapy 20 min ($40)

I remember seeing a Gloria Steinem book on my mother's book shelf when I was a teenager. She was struggling to make her way in a world that didn't allow her a credit card in her name and refused her work because she was a woman with a child.

I didn't understand at the time. When I became an adult in the 80s and entered the workforce, I realized why women's history and thoughts about social structure were so important to her. I recall being questioned about my relationships and looked as if I was an object that needed to measure up.

What I experienced is no longer acceptable, and it was nothing compared to what she went through. We were both educated women with skills and abilities as well as minds of our own.

When I picked up Revolution from Within, the 1982 book Gloria wrote about inner-authority and political understanding.

Thank you Gloria sharing your briliance and strength with us!

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Read my latest article in Brainz Magazine to learn more, including some helpful tips and tools you can use right away to stop the struggle.

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Hey friends! If you have been hauling debris or deep cleaning from the recent storms your body may be asking for support.

After cutting branches, moving debris and then starting on the inside of my home, I know my body needed some care!

So, I’ll be at Thrive Healing in Chesterton tomorrow and Thursday 8-12 and I still have some appointment times open. Just message me with what you need and we can get you on the schedule.

The power is back and Dr. Tracey will be in the office all week offering adjustments, craniosacral work, laser light therapy and nutrition to help us recover from the stress of the last week and move forward with strength and health.

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Hi Friends.

The power is back on at TLC and Dr. Tracey will be in the office this week with some new hours, and a new location (in addition to the regular location in South Haven.

Here is where I’ll be:

South Haven (Valparaiso)
Monday 8-12, 3-6
Tuesday: 2-6
Wednesday: 8-12
Thursday: 2-6
Friday: 9-1

Chesterton (Thrive Healing)
Tuesday: 8-12
Thursday: 8-12

If you missed your last appointment due to the weather…

If you are tired, sore or out of sorts…

an adjustment, cold laser or craniosacral work may ease the tension and get you back to normal faster than you think.

Feel free to reach out or schedule your treatment at either location that is convenient for you. It’s been a long week for many with disrupted routines. Don’t let that stop you from taking care of your health.

Click here to schedule:
https://tlcchirowellness.janeapp.com

All is now right with the world. The trees in the street are cleared and an Amazon Prime truck just drove by!🤣

But seriously, I will be back in the office tomorrow - power or no power. So, if you’re feeling stiff, tight or aching from moving branches I have a solution for that!

I’ll be in Chesterton at Thrive healing from 8-12 and back at TLC in South Haven from 2-6.

There are times open for appointments each day. Feel free to reach out and let me know what works.

And, if you are dealing with storm damage, please be safe out there.