The Physical Body

In Part 1, as a practitioner, I address the most common imbalances that I find through kinesiology. These are conditions that I see in so many people, causing them to feel so sick. By now, I thought everyone knew about these matters, but kept discovering, on a daily basis, that this wasn't the case. My intention is to provide information, which may help you determine some of the possibilities that could be impairing your health. I realize that if you were to research any symptoms, there would be over 1000 different ones to sort through. That's why muscle testing is so important. Your own subconscious mind will tell you exactly what is causing the symptoms you suffer from. The following sections include a variety of topics, which I feel are vitally important to good health.

Kinesiology/Muscle Testing

Upon my first experience with kinesiology, I knew that I had been graced with a gift from God. And, it changed my life forever.

Kinesiology is an incredible tool, one that everyone has the ability to use. Since I didn't initially understand how it worked, I will admit that I had doubts about the entire experience. This is because I am a personality type that is hard-wired with the need to know how and why things happen as they do. So, if you have doubts about the process, understand that you will have more faith with practice.

The best way to explain kinesiology is by using the term muscle testing. When a system is out of balance this technique has the ability to access what is needed to bring the body back into alignment. The procedure is done by isolating certain muscles and testing the response. Through performing specific corrections the body regains its balance. It is a means of connecting with the subconscious mind, which is 90% of your intellect, the conscious mind is 10%. Muscle testing bypasses the conscious mind.

The conscious mind is the part of the brain of which we are most aware. It is what we use to think, make decisions, remember, etc. Most people give very little attention to the subconscious mind, when in fact, it is the most active. The subconscious mind has recorded everything you've ever experienced in your entire life, including in utero! A good example of this is that you don't have to relearn to walk every day or how to ride a bike again. This information has been permanently recorded. Although, it may be difficult to believe, it has been proven by several cellular biologists. Think of the subconscious mind as your bio-computer, containing all the answers. It is your own personal polygraph. All you need to do is to tap into the system, which can be achieved through muscle testing. Through this technique, you are able to connect to the subconscious mind, ask any "yes" or "no" questions and the body will answer.

How is this done? There are many different ways to muscle test, however, I have found the easiest way to begin, is learning the "sway test". This way of testing is using your own body as a "pendulum". The benefit in this is that you don't have to rely on anyone else to do the muscle testing with you. You are able to do it anytime and anywhere. It has proven to be extremely valuable while shopping and being unsure of exactly which supplement or product is best. You can use it for everything!

So, let's give it a try! It is best to be in a quiet place until you become comfortable with the technique. Stand and relax. Allow your arms to drop by your sides. You may notice there is some movement in your body. This is normal. Your body is only trying to maintain its perfect balance and posture. The next response you will be noticing is your body swaying forward, toward a true or positive thought or statement, or swaying backward if it is a negative thought or statement. To test this, repeat the statement either aloud or quietly in your mind, "My name is _______" – stating your name. Give yourself a few seconds and then feel which direction you are swaying. It being a true statement, you should feel your body moving forward.

Now repeat the statement in the same manner, "My name is ________", except use a different name. You will feel your body move backward, since this is false and incongruent. Your subconscious mind knows it simply isn't true. You can also ask questions, using any positive or negative words or thoughts you need an answer for, and the same will be true. A forward sway is a yes, and swaying backward is a no. Always begin any testing in this way – I call it getting a baseline. Then proceed to test anything you'd like. Be sure you are hydrated to ensure an accurate response.

You may also perform muscle testing with others. Here are some simple steps for working with a partner.

1. Ask the person to stand and hold one arm out directly in front of them, horizontal to the floor, keeping their hand relaxed.

2. Place the first two fingers of your hand, lightly on their arm, just above the wrist.

3. Place you free hand on their opposite shoulder to support them.

4. Inform them that you will have them say a statement then you will press down on their arm. Have them resist without fighting. After all, this is test and not a power struggle.

5. Have them repeat the phrase as previously described, "My name is _________" then perform the test by, smoothly and steadily, applying pressure downward on their arm. Being a true statement their arm will remain strong.

6. Now repeat the same process, except have the person say a false statement. You will see that there is an immediate weakness in the arm, since it is not congruent and the subconscious mind knows it. Always begin this way to get a baseline.

Be patient with yourself as you learn this technique. It takes time to be fully comfortable and trust it completely. The beauty is that everyone can learn to do this, even children. Working with young people is particularly rewarding, and I love seeing their faces light up when they feel empowered with this ability. It is a priceless tool and it's more than likely that you will use it often. Have fun, and remember – it always works!

In the twenty or so years I have been doing "balances" with clients, my format has changed as I have learned new techniques and grown in my...