In this special live-recorded episode at Mitchell Rd Chiropractic, Dr. Maria Zuschmann (Integrative Chiropractor) kicks off a powerful 5-part series diving deep into the patterns that keep us stuck in stress and pain—and how to shift them.

💥 In Part 1, Dr M explores:

• Why stress isn’t the enemy (and how to make it your ally)
• The biggest misunderstanding we have about stress and the body
• Her own story of burnout, recovery, and the nervous system reset that changed everything
• How to use the Worriometer to stop daily worries from spiralling and start focusing on what you can control
• Tangible, nervous-system-friendly tools to break out of the stress–pain loop

🎯 With a blend of science, storytelling, and practical wisdom, this series is all about taking back your power—one adjustment (and insight) at a time.

Chapters
00:00 Understanding Stress: A Misunderstood Concept
04:08 Breaking Pain Cycles: The Journey to Healing
06:54 Setting Intentions: The Power of Purpose
09:58 Personal Journey: From Struggle to Wellness
15:58 The Importance of Adaptation: Navigating Change
18:48 Tools for Managing Stress: Practical Techniques
23:01 The Worry Meter: Simplifying Your Concerns
30:01 Categorizing Stress: Understanding Its Forms
33:54 Introduction to Stress and Pain Cycles
33:55 Understanding the Connection Between Stress and Pain
34:12 outro and disclaimer correct aug 23.mp3

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To see Dr M for Your Chiropractic Consultation at Mitchell Rd Chiropractic, Alexandria, Sydney go to www.mitchellrdchiropractic.com.au