1. Coronavirus update… Simply put, this virus is fairly benign for most of us. However, the concern is how contagious it is, and its effect on the elderly and those with compromised immune systems. The action to shut down sporting events, schools, and other highly populated events and activities was confusing to me at first,…
I have written before about how taking care of yourself, which can be viewed as selfish, is actually self-less if viewed properly. By investing time and money in improving your health and well-being, you actually become better for those you serve, care for, or work for. It makes sense to take breaks, schedule time for…
1. Something I get to check off my bucket list… I love snow skiing. I’ve done some hardcore skiing in the past, in the back-country, through unmarked terrain, but it required hiking in, then skiing down. For as long as I can remember, I wanted to go heli-skiing, where a helicopter carries you to the…
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you know that there is tremendous attention being given to the virus that has come out of China, the coronavirus. I don’t want to downplay the severity of this issue, but want to share a perspective that might help. We are surrounded by viruses and bacteria ever day.…
1. Smoothie company I tried… and love… Smoothies are a great way to get a lot of nutrients into your body quickly and easily. I find that the easier it is to make them, the more likely I will do it. I recently tried a company called Daily Harvest (www.daily-harvest.com), who sends you cups full…
There are many things that limit what people do in their lifetime. It could be the location in which they live, it could be physical limitations, it could be finances, or it could be so many other things. One thing that holds many people back is fear. We have fears of failing, fears of getting…
1. Statistic that caught my attention this week… While in the gym, I saw, but could not hear, a news story stating that there is an increase in maternal mortality. Later, when I looked, I was unable to find that exact story, but came across the data and felt it important to share. Here is…
I recently had a conversation with a patient who is struggling with some health issues. He has high blood pressure, high cholesterol, is suffering with anxiety, battling some depression, and is tired all the time. A visit with his medical doctor left him with four prescriptions for four different medications. He was frustrated and did…
1. Valentine’s Day Tip/Challenge… Many people wonder how their marriages have weakened, crumbled, or how they have simply grown apart. They speak of how amazing things were early on. How fun, exciting, and passionate they were early in the relationship. It has become a common thought, and accepted, that the weakening, crumbling, and growing apart…
Many people set resolutions for the new year. It will not surprise you to know that approximately 80% of those resolutions fail. One reason it will not surprise you is that one of those people who failed is likely you. There are many reasons why resolutions fail. One of the biggest reasons is that the…