Monday Morning Motivation | Trading Places
Posted by Bill Esteb on Feb 28th 2026
It’s easy to lose track of a sense of gratitude. As we face our first world problems each day we lose a sense of awe for this life we get to live. Our countless blessings often go unnoticed:
Cold – If it gets even a bit uncomfortable we can simply turn up the thermostat and in a few moments we’re warmer.
Hot – Similarly, if the temperature climbs too high, many of us can reduce it without much thought.
Hunger – Food is persistently available and our appetites can be instantly satisfied, creating a pandemic of obesity.
Pain – Experiencing any form of discomfort is rare, and if we do, relief, in the form of an adjustment (or analgesic) is persistently available.
Opportunity – We can change our circumstances, express our agency, and are free to pursue our dreams of self-actualization.
Regardless of your current challenge, millions, no, billions would willingly trade places with you.
Bill Esteb, a passionate chiropractic advocate since 1981, brings a fresh perspective to the profession as Patient Media’s creative director and co-founder of Perfect Patients. With 13 insightful books examining the doctor-patient relationship, he inspires chiropractors worldwide as a chiropractic speaker, through his chiropractor coaching program, and consulting. Since 1999 Monday Morning Motivation has been emailed weekly to over 10,000 subscribers, sparking breakthroughs across the chiropractic community.


