Copyright 2019 Dr. Patrick Flynn
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Table of Contents
Acknowledgements
I want to offer a very special appreciation to the core writing team that put his book togetherDawn, Rene, and my wife, Christy. Your commitment, long hours, and dedication brought this dream into reality! For that I thank you.
The influence for this project came from far and wide. At The Wellness Way, we truly have an Us, We, Our Culture. Pieces of everyones stories woven togetherdoctors and patients alike, all contributing to the movement, the momentum, and the impact that is changing lives. Thank you to each and every individual who has joined us in thinking differently. Together we are making a difference, improving the health of people around the world!
DEDICATION
To my beautiful bride, Christy:
I choose you.
A Note From The Author
Weve all had those moments. Maybe it hits you in the shower, or maybe it runs through your mind while youre driving. It definitely hits you when your opinionated cousin wont stop talking at the family reunion! Its the thought that something is wrong. Maybe you cant even put your finger on it, but you know something isnt right. You know you disagree with whats happening.
We all know a couple who is so desperate for a baby, theyve spent tens of thousands of dollars on treatments, but there is still no child. Maybe the couple is even you. The money invested is overwhelming, but the heartache even more so. Let me ask you a question though why is this so common?
We all have the stories. Remember a time when you looked into a loved ones eyes, only to hear that the doctors said surgery is the only answer. Or another prescription was going to be written to see if it might help. Or even how they were told that despite the obvious symptoms, there was nothing wrong with them. Remember how you felt? In spite of everything, did a voice in your head whisper no?
Every day the news stations are flooded with reports of how people are sicker than ever. How can we have the best medical technologies and research, and people are STILL on an average of at least 4 prescriptions a day, NOT including the over the counter medications they take? How many prescriptions does a person need to be healthy?
Heres one more question for you: when is enough, enough? Would you agree that this is the best we have to offer ourselves, or would you disagree?
Let me answer first: I disagree. You disagree too, or you wouldnt be reading this book. Maybe youre not even sure what the answer is, but want to learn more. Awesome let me be the first to welcome you to the family.
What you are going to find in this book is a different way of thinking. A way of thinking that is changing the lives of people across the country, giving them hope, and getting them results they never dreamed they could have. I hope you laugh, but you might cry, and you might even get upset guess what? Thats ok. Hang in there with me. This book is something youll hear nowhere else, and sometimes it takes some time to work through something new. It will be valuable though I promise!
Saying I Disagree will be the most powerful thing you can learn to do. Its not destructive, in fact, when done based on facts and not emotions, it can be the most constructive thing a person can do! This book will show you why, and how. Im excited and grateful to bring you the information our clinics across the country share with their patients every day. Disagree with a thought process that doesnt work! Disagree with a health care system that is clearly broken! Disagree with shattered hope, take a stand, and think differently!
Brendas Story
Dr. Patrick has been instrumental in helping me understand the proper approach to healthcare instead of our current system. I met him after dealing with a health problem that had me seeing several doctors and specialists, visiting many emergency rooms, and on an overall path that was leading me down a spiral toward further disease and illness. I was honestly starting to wonder how much longer I could function at my current lifestyle pace. I felt like I was starting to lose my grip on my reality.
He is passionate about his calling. It was evident from the first time I met him. He took time to understand my story and concerns, ordered labs, and offered key nutritional changes that identified the underlying cause of my condition and allowed my body to take the steps needed for proper healing. He is an absolute visionary when it comes to the immune system, hormones, and understanding the biological root cause behind the symptoms. He helped me pull the pieces of the puzzle together and empowered me to take control to create a path that I didnt even know existed.
Dr. Patrick is also a genius at the biochemistry involved at the intersection between stress and illness. My life has been transformed by the knowledge of how stress impacts my hormones. This understanding has helped me slow the chatter of mind and pace of my life by giving me the ability to witness and understand the biological response to stressful situations. He helped me understand the chemicals involved in stress and the damage that can result to my hormones and body. I was able to see for the first time that my power lies in my response to any situation or perceived problem. I can control the stress reaction by simply becoming aware of it. I came to him with a health problem that he not only helped me restore but he also helped me find my power. Talk about transformation! I am beyond fortunate to have him in my life and am honored to be able to watch him change the lives of those around me.
CHAPTER 1
Everybody Has a Story
Everyone has a story. Every demographic, every walk of life. Regardless of who or what or when, what is common to all of us is we each have a story. Each story is unique, and each story is important. They shape who we are, who we become, and collectively our stories impact what happens in our generation and for generations to come.
As you go through the journey of your life, your story, you encounter circumstances and situations that change you. Its part of the process, and an important part of determining how you think and look at the world. It can happen directly, or indirectly sometimes you learn from things you go through yourself, and other times the experiences of others can have a tremendous effect.