Ventura Spine & Nerve Center November 2019

Share Your Wisdom in a Memo ir DO YOU HAVE A STORY TO TELL?

reading about real people helps others understand the world and how they can live in it. To get started, pick a theme. Ask yourself these questions, “What message do I want to leave with my readers? What do I want them to feel or understand by reading my words?” From there, select anecdotes that support your theme. Make sure they’re clear and cohesive. Then, write like you would a fictional novel or story. Show, don’t tell, and keep readers invested by having a narrative arc, whether it flows chronologically or jumps back and forth in time. Remember, this is not a time to air dirty laundry; it’s a time to reflect, grow, and share your experiences with the world.

The urge to leave behind a legacy is an inherent human instinct. Whether you accomplish this by raising children, building a successful company, or starting a charitable organization, the desire to share your wisdom should not go unfulfilled. If none of these options work for your lifestyle,

writing a memoir may be a good option. A memoir not only tells your story but also passes on the wisdom you’ve gained from your many experiences and offers a unique perspective to inspire future generations.

Ventura Spine and Nerve Center Gave Me My Life Back ! What Our Patients Say Writing can be a therapeutic exercise at a time when your life may be changing due to retirement or your kids growing up and leaving the house. And because personal reflection is a natural occurrence with age, writing a memoir can be the perfect way to spend your time. As you gain enough distance from life events to grow useful perspectives, the stage is set for self-discovery and transformation. Even more so, your life experiences can give valuable insights to readers of all ages and circumstances. That’s why biographies and memoirs are such popular genres —

After five treatments with Dr. Alff at the Center, along with following his instructions for at-home therapies and nutritional supplementation, I have been pain-free! My family and friends noticed right away that I was walking better and stronger. I was participating in more things, and I was happier and appeared to have even lost some weight. I am doing more things now: going to concerts, eating lunch out, visiting friends, and enjoying life more! Coming to the Ventura Spine and Nerve Center, you notice right away the

Chronic pain from spinal stenosis and peripheral neuropathy is what brought me to the Ventura Spine and Nerve Center after attending Dr. Alff’s neuropathy seminar. I had a one-on-one consultation with Dr. Alff, and after that, I felt that what he offered me to get better could actually help me! Previously, I had two back surgeries, nine spinal epidurals, and 10 years of opioid (OxyContin) use. After discontinuing the prescription pain medications, I took over-the-counter medications, which took the edge off the pain.

friendliness of the staff. They are always interested and concerned, and they give lots of encouragement to keep up the good work. I give the whole office and Dr. Alff a 10 out of 10! Thank you! Thank you! Cora

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