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Calm Currents: Riding the Tides of Anxiety
Connects what you feel in your mind with what’s happening in your body, explaining how the nervous system handles stress and offering grounded tools to calm, regulate, and restore balance.
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Anxiety doesn't just live in your mind. It shows up in your body — through muscle tension, a racing heart, shallow breathing, and restless energy. This issue of ATLAS Quarterly explores the connection between your nervous system and anxiety, and what you can do to support your body's ability to regulate stress and find calm. Written in plain language by the ATLAS Chiropractic team in Hong Kong, this guide is designed to help you understand what's happening inside your body and take small, practical steps toward feeling more settled. Inside you'll find:
Anxiety and Your Nerves
When stress becomes chronic, your sympathetic nervous system — the part responsible for your "fight or flight" response — can get stuck in overdrive. This leads to physical symptoms like a rapid heartbeat, lightheadedness, and persistent muscle tension. The feature article explains how this happens in simple terms and introduces the 333 anxiety rule, a grounding technique that uses your senses to interrupt the anxious loop and help your parasympathetic (rest and recovery) system kick in. It also covers how chiropractic care may support nervous system regulation by reducing muscle tension and improving spinal mobility.
Unfinished tasks can quietly feed anxiety. Your brain craves closure, and when things pile up, it can leave you feeling overwhelmed. This section introduces a simple 30-day challenge: write one task on a sticky note each day and complete it. Starting with something as small as making your bed, you build a sense of achievement that helps your nervous system settle. Over time, this small daily practice can reduce background worry and build momentum toward feeling more in control.
Your body has a powerful influence on your mind — and it works both ways. Every time you move, change your posture, or adjust how you hold yourself, signals travel through your nervous system and influence your brain chemistry. When movement decreases, feel-good neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin are produced less. This section explores emerging research on how physical movement can meaningfully shift your mental state, and why chiropractic adjustments that restore joint mobility may play a role in supporting that process.
The ATLAS team shares their personal recommendations for managing stress and supporting nervous system health. Dr. Bryan highlights the benefits of sensory deprivation floating for deep relaxation, improved sleep, and reduced anxiety. Dr. Damian recommends The Social Dilemma, a documentary exploring how digital habits and screen time can affect mental health. The Lending Library section also features three books on the body-mind connection, giving you further reading to explore at your own pace.
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Meet Your Chiropractors
Dr. Bryan Lo
Dr. Bryan Lo is a chiropractor trained at the University of Western States, USA. He received his Doctor of Chiropractic Degree there in 2020. Born in Singapore and lived in Canada before returning to his family's ancestral hometown.
He is deeply committed to holistic health and natural care methods. His mission is to serve as many people as possible, particularly in Hong Kong. During the pandemic, he participated in various healthcare missions worldwide, witnessing the challenges communities face in accessing healthcare. He has seen the devastating effects of chronic pain and substance dependency. Thus, he promotes chiropractic care as a first resort before taking irreversible or dependency-inducing steps.
In his free time, Dr. Bryan enjoys rock climbing. He is known for his positivity and genuine approach.
"Empowering individuals to take control of their health through natural methods is my mission. The ability to alleviate chronic pain and improve quality of life through chiropractic care is profoundly rewarding."
He is deeply committed to holistic health and natural care methods. His mission is to serve as many people as possible, particularly in Hong Kong. During the pandemic, he participated in various healthcare missions worldwide, witnessing the challenges communities face in accessing healthcare. He has seen the devastating effects of chronic pain and substance dependency. Thus, he promotes chiropractic care as a first resort before taking irreversible or dependency-inducing steps.
In his free time, Dr. Bryan enjoys rock climbing. He is known for his positivity and genuine approach.
"Empowering individuals to take control of their health through natural methods is my mission. The ability to alleviate chronic pain and improve quality of life through chiropractic care is profoundly rewarding."
Area Of Expertise
Blends US expertise with Eastern principles
Specializes in office worker preventive care
Language
English
Cantonese
Mandarin
Dr. Damian Le Roux
With a passion for his profession that's as strong as when he first started, Dr Damian brings 12 years of experience to ATLAS.
He received his Masters Degree in Chiropractic at AECC (Anglo European Chiropractic College) in 2012. His expertise spans an array of care modalities, from diverse chiropractic techniques to specialised extremities dysfunctions. Away from ATLAS, Dr Damian is a dynamo on the rugby field, an enthusiastic advocate for holistic health, and a proud dad of two. He shares his love for healthy, daily routines with his wife, an osteopath. Originally from the UK, he now calls HK home and loves every minute of it.
Straightforward and direct, Dr Damian's approach to health is simple: it's a journey, not a destination. His mantra?
“Health is a journey and not a destination. To create the results you want in life, you need consistency, frequency and time”
He received his Masters Degree in Chiropractic at AECC (Anglo European Chiropractic College) in 2012. His expertise spans an array of care modalities, from diverse chiropractic techniques to specialised extremities dysfunctions. Away from ATLAS, Dr Damian is a dynamo on the rugby field, an enthusiastic advocate for holistic health, and a proud dad of two. He shares his love for healthy, daily routines with his wife, an osteopath. Originally from the UK, he now calls HK home and loves every minute of it.
Straightforward and direct, Dr Damian's approach to health is simple: it's a journey, not a destination. His mantra?
“Health is a journey and not a destination. To create the results you want in life, you need consistency, frequency and time”
Area Of Expertise
UK-trained Clinical Director (12+ years)
Family-focused evidence-based techniques
Resolves chronic pain & complex cases
Language
English
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About The Ebook
What is included in the guide?
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Each guide is written by our chiropractic team and includes clear explanations, helpful tips, and practical steps you can begin using right away. The goal is to help you better understand your symptoms and support your overall wellbeing.
How do I use the guide?
You can read it at your own pace and follow the steps whenever you feel comfortable. Many people start by applying the simple daily habits and movements recommended inside.
Is the information suitable for everyone?
The content is designed for general education and is suitable for most people. If you have severe symptoms or a complex health condition, we recommend seeking personalised advice.
Will the guide replace a consultation?
No — the guide is meant to help you understand your body and support healthy habits. A consultation allows our chiropractors to assess your specific needs in detail.
Can I share the guide with someone else?
Absolutely. If you know someone who may benefit, feel free to share the link so they can access the guide themselves.
Take a Calmer Step Forward
If anxiety is showing up in your body, understanding your nervous system is a good place to start. Download the guide or reach out to the ATLAS team to learn how structured chiropractic care may help support how your body handles stress.
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