Campus Commons PT - November 2018

Campus Commons PT - November 2018

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FINDING THANKFULNESS IN FEAR

I hate failure. It’s not just the vulnerability of falling short that makes it difficult to tolerate, because failure also creates fear. As a private- practice owner, my livelihood revolves around the success of this business. My wife also works for the company, so this is it for us; failure is not an option. But while that fear is present in our lives, it doesn’t mold a negative worldview. Actually, it’s quite the contrary. Stress caused by the potential for defeat may be a driving force for some, but that worry can ultimately lead to gratitude. When you’re faced with fear, you learn to appreciate what helps pull you through. The support system for our team at Campus Commons keeps our practice growing, and I have my staff’s dedication to thank for the continued success. It takes a group of people shooting for the stars all in the same direction to achieve the progress we’ve made. My employees’ willingness to adapt to what I ask of them genuinely inspires me to be a better leader. When you combine that with the work they do for our patients, it’s no secret that our staff is the linchpin of our success. We have the pleasure of serving the most amazing patients who appreciate our work. Over half of our clientele every month is made up of recurring people who come to us in times of need. I’m grateful that the services we provide and our attention to our patients’ recoveries generate a sense of mutual trust. I

think the fact that our patients come back to us says more than I ever could, and I am truly proud of that. Thankfulness is a wonderful idea to recognize, but until you have kids, it doesn’t fully take shape. All three of our children are impressive in their own ways. They’re independent, athletic, great students, and real go-getters. I’m just really amazed by the people they’ve become. You go into parenting with preconceived expectations of who your kids will become. When I look at ours, they exceed every hope we had about raising children. I feel incredibly lucky to share life with them. “THANKFULNESS IS A WONDERFUL IDEA TO RECOGNIZE, BUT UNTIL YOU HAVE KIDS, IT DOESN’T FULLY TAKE SHAPE.” Thanksgiving is a time to celebrate the beauty in your life, and when I think of past holidays, I can’t help but look forward to this year. Usually, we go to San Diego for Thanksgiving while the kids participate in a big soccer tournament. But this year will be the first time in a long while that we’ll be home. As a matter of fact, it’ll be the first time we’ve hosted the whole family for Thanksgiving. I was talking

with my wife the other day about the guest list. As we were chatting, I looked around and realized we might not have enough room. My wife’s response couldn’t have been more perfect. “We’ll make it work,” she said. When your kids get older and you’ll soon be empty nesters, you learn to do whatever it takes to have family together. That’s our mission this year, and I couldn’t be more excited.

–Mark Eddy

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THE MOST UNDERRATED THANKSGIVING FOODS 4 DISHES YOUR TABLE NEEDS

BRUSSELS SPROUTS These tiny greens often get overlooked during Thanksgiving, but with the right accompaniment, they can make for an extremely tasty and nutritious dish. For example, try roasting halved Brussels sprouts with dried cranberries and bacon, drizzled with a raspberry balsamic vinaigrette. SAUSAGE Put a creative spin on your traditional Thanksgiving dishes and try using sausage in the stuffing. An Italian sausage, for instance, adds a kick of flavor to any stuffing, homemade or from the box. You can also experiment with other kinds of sausage to find the flavors that best complement your stuffing. Use a sweet sausage when you need something to pair with a stuffing that incorporates apples. CRANBERRY SAUCE This Thanksgiving staple rarely gets the attention it deserves. While it’s easy to buy a can of cranberry sauce, you do your guests a culinary disservice by going this

When you think of Thanksgiving food, the first dishes that pop into your mind are probably turkey, mashed potatoes, and green bean casserole. They’re a part of nearly every Thanksgiving meal. And while these delicious foods are something you don’t want to skip, there are dishes your table is sorely missing — dishes that don’t get the respect they truly deserve. This Thanksgiving, why not take a look at a few other options? SOUP This is one dish that rarely hits the Thanksgiving table. But try a butternut squash or broccoli cheddar soup and you’ll be surprised just how “at home” it feels among the rest of your spread. It’s perfect to serve ahead of the main course, as the final touches are put on the turkey, or when the green bean casserole needs a few more minutes in the oven.

route. Instead, make your own cranberry sauce. There are many recipes online, and all you need are some fresh or frozen cranberries, orange juice, and sugar to make the best cranberry sauce of your life.

IS THIS FOOD GROUP SLOWING YOUR RECOVERY? NIGHTSHADES AND INFLAMMATION

DO THE PROS OUTWEIGH THE CONS?

A recent trend in health and wellness that has sparked a lot of debate revolves around whether or not the family of plants known as “nightshades” causes inflammation. Peppers, tomatoes, potatoes, and eggplants are all part of the nightshade family. Many dietitians have become wary of recommending these foods because of information circulating about alkaloids and solanine — naturally occurring chemicals — and their negative effects on swelling. Since much of physical therapy revolves around controlling inflammation and these foods are ingredients in many Thanksgiving dishes, it’s important to question the validity of such a statement. The information behind this assertion is mostly anecdotal, and the >Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4

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