This Article Doesn’t Apply to You

 

Hopefully, this article doesn’t apply to you. You aren’t someone who spends too much time commuting to a high stress job where you sit for hours, right? Certainly, you aren’t someone who has put family and friends second to career? And continues to put self last? I’m sure you aren’t someone who believes your health will always be there for you, as will nature, when you finally find the time to destress and enjoy life. Since that’s not you, you can stop reading. If it is you, in any small measure, keep reading. We’re going to spend some time reminding you that you have evolved away from your natural instincts, and you’re paying a heavy price.

The Evolutionary Leap

Humanity’s journey began millions of years ago as hunter-gatherers, where our survival depended on our ability to navigate and thrive in the natural world. We were intimately connected to the rhythms of nature—hunting for food, gathering plants, and living in harmony with the environment. This lifestyle shaped not only our physical capabilities but also our social structures and cognitive development. Needless to say, times have changed.

Fast forward to the present, and we find ourselves in a world dominated by technology. The agricultural revolution marked a significant shift, leading to settled communities and the development of civilizations. The industrial revolution further accelerated progress, ushering in an era of machines and mass production. Today, the digital revolution defines our age, with technology permeating every aspect of our daily lives, from birth to death.

The Impact on Health

While technological advancements have revolutionized medicine, communication, transportation, and more, they have also introduced new challenges to our health. Among them:

Sedentary Lifestyle: Unlike our hunter-gatherer ancestors who were constantly on the move, modern life often promotes sedentary behavior. Many of us spend hours sitting at desks, commuting in cars, or engaging in screen-based activities. This lack of physical activity contributes to a host of health issues, including obesity, cardiovascular disease, and musculoskeletal disorders.

Screen Time and Mental Health: The prevalence of smartphones, computers, and other digital devices has fundamentally changed how we interact and communicate. While technology connects us globally, excessive screen time has been linked to sleep disturbances, anxiety, depression, and social isolation, particularly among younger generations.

Environmental Impact: Our techno-society consumes vast amounts of resources and generates significant waste, contributing to environmental degradation and climate change. These factors not only threaten ecosystems and biodiversity but also impact human health through air pollution, water contamination, food quality and insecurity.

Finding Balance in the Digital Age

While this may seem like an overwhelming subject, the solution, as with all solutions, lies with the individual, with you. As we navigate the complexities of our modern world, it is essential that we all find balance. Finding that balance is key to promoting health and well-being:

Physical Activity: Incorporating regular exercise into our daily routines is crucial. Whether it’s outdoor activities, gym workouts, or simply taking regular breaks to stretch and move, staying active helps mitigate the negative effects of a sedentary lifestyle.

Mindful Technology Use: Being conscious of screen time and digital consumption—for ourselves and our loved ones—is essential. Setting boundaries, taking digital detoxes, and prioritizing face-to-face interactions can help foster meaningful connections and reduce the mental health impacts associated with technology.

Sustainable Living: Adopting environmentally friendly practices, such as reducing waste, conserving energy, and supporting sustainable agriculture, not only benefits the planet but also promotes our own health by ensuring access to clean air, water, and nutritious food.

For Everyone

Here’s the part of this article that applies to everyone. If you are alive on the planet today, you are dealing to some degree with the stresses of living in the 21st century. Regardless of where you are in the spectrum of health and healthy lifestyle, if you aren’t taking care of your spine and nervous system, you aren’t living at 100% and you aren’t doing all you can—you aren’t doing the most important thing— to achieve healthy longevity, your birthright.

Luckily. this could possibly be the easiest fix of all. Find a 100 Year Lifestyle provider near you and make an appointment today. They will take care of your spine and nervous system and together you can find balance by creating a 100 Year Lifestyle for yourself and your loved ones. That applies to you! That applies to everyone!