Every month we are featuring one of the 33 Principles of Chiropractic that were published by Ralph W. Stephenson D.C. in 1927 in a book called “The Chiropractic Textbook”. Even today these principles are central to chiropractic. Whilst some of the language is a bit old the principles remain solid. Consider the principle of this month and discuss it with us when you visit the practice.
Here’s to a greater understanding of life and health.
Chiropractic Principle #18
Evidence of Life.
The signs of life are evidence of the Intelligence of life.
In Other Words…
How do you know when something has “life”? When it displays the signs of life: assimilation, excretion, adaptability, growth, and reproduction. The chief purpose of these signs is to adapt your body to stress. They‘re manifestations of your body‘s Intelligence, as it constantly evaluates your state of being.
For Instance…
How do you know by looking at a tree whether it’s alive, or plastic?! On a windy day, a tree with life will sway just enough, so it does not break against the wind’s force. The swaying is a sign of life, because it adapts the tree to the wind; it’s the tree’s Intelligence, keeping it alive.
As Applied To You…
What would happen if you were unable to excrete waste from your body? You would eventually suffocate within your own toxins. Doesn’t sound too good! Excretion is a manifestation of your body’s Intelligence, responding to what you consume. It adapts your body, keeping you alive.
– Ralph W Stephenson D C 1927
