What You Can Learn From A 300 Pound White Tiger…

By drjohnamaral on July 23, 2009 in Inspiration

This weekend I had the privelege of visiting the Oregon Tiger Sanctuary, a private reserve in a remote area outside of Ashland, OR.

The facility is run by a small group of dedicated and amazing people who have committed their lives to rescuing and giving over 97 tigers, lions, and primates a chance to live out the rest of their lives in safety.

Most of the animals were pets who’s owners were abusing or improperly caring for them. (or they were retired from zoos, theme parks, or the entertainment industry.)

These awesome animals will spend the rest of their lives in cages about the size of a small backyard (which is HUGE compared to the 10×10 foot cages they can legally be kept in!)

It is both incredible and sad to see these wild, majestic and powerful creatures unable to roam free. It made me think, what keeps us from "roaming free"?

If you don’t have any literal bars holding you captive, then what keeps you from taking that leap to go for what you really want in life?

The truth is, only your story, your beliefs, your rules…

…your MIND.

Your mind is your body. 75-100 trillion cells all interconnected and infused with consciousness and intelligence throughout. To keep expanding the "cage" of your mind you’ve got to keep your body/mind in peak shape — flexible, adaptable and ready for what’s happening now (and what’s coming next.)

Eat well, meditate, stretch and move your body and use the many innovative wellness tools available (I highly suggest Network Spinal Analysis).

Celebrate all of the freedoms you have and give thanks for the "space" that you get to roam in!

Dr. John Amaral DC

Twitter: www.twitter.com/johnamaral

About drjohnamaral

An influential voice in the field of mind-body and wellness, Dr. John Amaral has helped thousands of people from over 50 countries transform and awaken to more meaningful and purposeful lives. An accomplished chiropractor and inspirational speaker and trainer, he has been a practitioner for leaders in the fields of personal and professional growth and development including Tony Robbins, Robert Dilts, Jay Abraham and others. John is on the international teaching staff for Network Spinal Analysis (NSA), and he uses a variety of cutting-edge methods to help people create and sustain the highest levels of energy, vitality and passion. John continued his post-graduate clinical education studying with Dr. Donald Epstein, the developer of Network Spinal Analysis -- a system for enhancing human resourcefulness and potential. His private practice is in Santa Cruz, CA. Visit his website and blog at www.wellbeingcenter.org and follow him at www.twitter.com/johnamaral.

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