As a chiropractor passionate about what I do, I’ve learned that true mastery comes from within. Adjusting spines is a mechanical procedure, but becoming sensitive to what your patient’s exact needs requires some sort of higher connection.
By working on ourselves through meditation and self-reflection, we tap into innate intelligence—the core of chiropractic philosophy. Drawing from pioneers like Dr. Sid E. Williams, Dr. James W. Parker, and the Palmers, here’s how to elevate your practice.
Embrace Innate Power with Dr. Sid E. Williams
Dr. Sid E. Williams, founder of Life University, emphasized that healing flows from an inner, innate power created by a higher force. In his book Looking Back to See Ahead, he shares editorials on philosophy, principles, leadership, and motivation to build intuitive doctors. Dr. Sid lived chiropractic with fanatic passion, using meditation as a daily reset.
Try his “49 Breaths” meditation: Inhale deeply 49 times, each followed by affirmations like “I am connected to universal intelligence.” This connects you to source, sharpening intuition for adjustments. Practice morning rituals to align mind, body, and spirit, making you a vessel for healing.
Cultivate Chiropractic Spirit via Dr. James W. Parker
Dr. James W. Parker founded Parker Seminars, training over 40,000 chiropractors in technique, motivation, and the “chiropractic spirit.” His philosophy roots in principles blending business with inner growth, urging doctors to follow through on seminar insights for personal evolution. The LSMFT (Loving Service is My First Technique) Philosophy was started by Jim Parker.
Incorporate this: Attend or study Parker-inspired sessions on motivation. Meditate weekly on “chiropractic spirit”—visualize energy flowing through subluxations. This builds empathy, helping you sense misalignments intuitively.
Learn from Spiritual Roots: The Palmers and Beyond
Chiropractic’s origins are mystical. D.D. Palmer, a spiritualist, founded it on uniting body, soul, and spirit via adjustments, influenced by ghostly communications. His son B.J. Palmer expanded this, teaching innate intelligence as a divine force.
Other chiropractors integrate yoga and mindfulness: Combine asanas with adjustments for physical-spiritual health. Use guided imagery to visualize healing, reducing stress and enhancing intuition.
Practical Steps to Integrate
1. Daily Meditation: Start with 10 minutes of breathwork or mindfulness to quiet the mind. Focus on innate intelligence flowing.
2. Self-Reflection: Journal post-adjustments: What intuitions arose? How can you refine?
3. Spiritual Study: Read Dr. Sid’s essays, Dr. Parker’s principles, Palmer’s writings. Apply affirmations.
4. Holistic Tools: Pair with yoga or chakra alignments to balance energy.
By prioritizing self-work, you’ll become more intuitive, effective, and fulfilled. Healing starts with you.
Live Long and Prosper,
-Dan