🎙️ The Essence of Chiropractic

with Dr. Christopher Kent | Human Powered Life Podcast

🔥 Episode Summary

In this profound and empowering episode, Dr. Josh Handt sits down with one of the chiropractic greats—Dr. Christopher Kent—for a masterclass in chiropractic philosophy, science, and purpose.

With over 50 years in the field, Dr. Kent has worn every hat—doctor, educator, attorney, researcher, and thought leader. But more than titles, he’s on a mission: to unleash human potential by restoring the integrity of the nervous system.

This conversation dives deep into:

What chiropractic truly is
How it differs from conventional medical treatment
Why subluxation affects more than your spine—it shapes your reality
The power of chiropractic care for children, pregnant women, and families
And how corrective adjustments lead to a healthier, more adaptive, and fully expressed life

This is not just an interview—it’s an awakening for anyone who’s ready to shift from survival mode to vibrant living.

🧠 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ Dr. Kent’s journey into chiropractic and how one profound encounter changed his life
✅ The 4 Foundational Truths of chiropractic that still give him goosebumps
✅ What vertebral subluxation is—and why correcting it is essential to unlocking human potential
✅ How chiropractic differs from medical “treatment” and why it’s a salutogenic (health-generating) model
✅ The science behind chiropractic safety and effectiveness—especially in pregnancy and pediatrics
✅ How modern technology, like Insight Scanning, supports the art of chiropractic
✅ The real answer to “How many visits will I need?”
✅ Why chiropractic isn’t about “fixing problems”—it’s about building a better you
✅ And finally, why we must shift from a reactive to a proactive health paradigm

🧭 Episode Breakdown:

00:00 – Welcome to Season Two: The Chiro Season
00:37 – Introducing Dr. Christopher Kent
01:49 – Dr. Kent’s Origin Story in Chiropractic
04:23 – What Chiropractic Really Is
10:27 – The Role of Technology in Modern Chiropractic
12:44 – Chiropractic’s Application Across Conditions
14:32 – Is Chiropractic Safe? (Spoiler: Extremely!)
33:38 – Care for Kids, Moms, and Families
37:16 – Final Reflections: Salutogenesis and Human Potential

✨ Quotable Moments

“Chiropractic is not about stopping something bad from happening… it’s about allowing something great to express itself.” — Dr. Kent

“A chiropractic adjustment may be the most powerful thing one human being can do for another.” — Dr. Kent

“Your nervous system is how you experience the world. If that’s interfered with, it affects everything.” — Dr. Kent

📚 Resources & Mentions

🎓 Sherman College of Chiropractic – Research & Education
🎧 ChiroOnPurpose.com — Dr. Kent’s legendary audio program (pre-podcast podcast!)
🧬 Insight Subluxation Station Technology — Tools that measure nervous system performance
💥 NewYorkChiropractic.com — Dr. Josh Handt’s chiropractic practice

🙌 Final Thoughts from Dr. Kent

“There is nothing more powerful than a person with the vision, passion, and commitment to make their dream a reality. That’s more powerful than even an idea whose time has come.”

💬 Connect with Us

🌐 Website: www.LifestyleLocker.com
📸 Instagram: @DrJoshHandt
📧 Email: [email protected]
🎙️ Subscribe: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube

🔔 Don’t Miss This Episode If You:

Want to understand chiropractic beyond “back pain”
Are curious about nervous system health
Are pregnant or have kids and want the safest care possible
Are a chiropractor or health enthusiast looking to reconnect with your purpose
Believe the body has the power to heal itself (with the right support)

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