Amidst the whirlwind of her life as a chiropractic student and a mother to three active children, Dr. Susan Monias lived a life filled with school runs, sports practices, and rare quiet moments stolen for family hikes and camping trips.
At 39, while managing a busy life packed with dreams and daily routines, Dr. Monias faced a sudden and severe health crisis.
One morning, completely unexpectedly, she discovered she could no longer feel the right side of her body. Her diagnosis was quick and grim: Multiple Sclerosis (MS), a disease that threatened to disrupt everything.
From Shock to Revelation
Dr. Monias’ journey into the depths of chronic illness began on a typical morning that turned anything but. Waking up to a body that no longer responded symmetrically, she encountered the terror and disbelief that accompany a body’s betrayal.
However, unlike many who might resign to the despair of such a diagnosis, Monias saw it not as a verdict but a challenge to be met with unwavering resolve.
Her book, Believe
Dr. Monias describes her initial reaction in Believe
“The fear, shock, disbelief, anger… I experienced them all in rapid succession. But amidst the chaos of emotions, a resolve was forming, one that was determined not to let this diagnosis define my life.”
Challenging Conventional Medical Paradigms
Refusing to accept the limitations imposed by traditional medical treatments, which often focus solely on symptom management, Monias set herself on an alternative path.
Her approach, grounded in the belief in the body’s intrinsic ability to heal, sought to remove the ‘interferences’ that hinder health.
As she learned, these interferences could be as tangible as nutritional deficiencies or as intangible as psychological stress.
Dr. Monias’ strategy was comprehensive: She utilized functional blood chemistry analysis, changed her diet, optimized her intake of supplements, and embraced chiropractic care—all aimed at restoring her body’s balance and facilitating natural healing processes.
This holistic approach not only addressed the symptoms of MS but targeted the root causes of her illness.
She writes,
“If you remove interference, the body will heal itself. My job was not to locate those interferences.”
A New Healthcare Paradigm
Today, Dr. Monias is not just surviving; she is thriving. Her recovery is not solely a personal victory but a beacon for others navigating the murky waters of chronic illness.
Through her clinic and public seminars, she extends her methodology to a broader audience, offering hope and practical solutions to those similarly seeking to reclaim their health from chronic diseases.
Her book, Believe
Dr. Monias passionately opposes a healthcare system that often prioritizes disease management over genuine healing and advocates for a model where patients are empowered through knowledge and practical strategies.
Beyond Personal Recovery Dr. Monias’ impact extends beyond her clinical practice. Her story is a clarion call to the medical community to reconsider and expand its approach to chronic illness.
By sharing her journey, she challenges the stigma often associated with chronic disease, proposing that patients can live full and unrestricted lives despite their diagnoses.
Her transformative journey is articulated through her motivational reflections in Believe
“I am healthier now, at 54 years old, than ever before. This was supposed to be the decade that I died.”
The Road Ahead
As Dr. Monias continues to expand her reach, her narrative serves as a powerful reminder of the resilience of the human spirit and the potential for innovation in medical science when it dares to step beyond traditional boundaries.
Her ongoing work and book, Believe
For those wrestling with their health, Dr. Monias offers more than medical advice; she offers a new perspective on life and illness.
Her story encourages patients to view their conditions not as life sentences but as opportunities for renewal and transformation.
In her own words,
“Don’t be held a prisoner of your diagnosis”
If you’re ready to take control of your health and redefine your future, Dr. Susan Monias’s Believe
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