by Dr. David | Jan 20, 2016 | Mental Health / Psychology
What is it that you want to be known for in the end? Do you know what you want to accomplish with the gift of your life? A younger version of myself sang in choral groups, choirs, and played saxophone in the high school band. One of the consistent instructions from...
by Dr. David | Jan 8, 2016 | Faith, Mental Health / Psychology
Recently I was reminded how short and fragile our lives really are. A good friend lost her long, hard fought battle to colon cancer on New Year’s Day 2016. She was only 47. It was a reminder that I need to use my time more wisely. We don’t get extra....
by Dr. David | Jan 6, 2016 | Mental Health / Psychology
Be Bold – Write down the problem and attack what needs to be done to fix it. At least once a week do something that you have never done. Tip people for showing extra enthusiasm like the friendly cashier. I have a friend that even tips her trash...
by Dr. David | Jan 4, 2016 | Mental Health / Psychology
Have you lost the belief that change is possible? If you find yourself there, then review my series of posts, the “The Illusive Sense of Contentment.” Here you will find 5 practical steps to develop a positive mindset, the fertile ground for fostering...
by Dr. David | Jan 2, 2016 | Mental Health / Psychology, Nutrition
Environmental factors can contribute to how we eat and how much we eat. Be aware of these subconscious effects and intentionally counter them. Bright lights along with fast, loud, and irritating music encourage us subconsciously to eat too quickly. We eat so quickly...
by Dr. David | Jan 1, 2016 | Mental Health / Psychology
Try repeating this to yourself. ” I am healthy, work out, and eat carefully.” Start by repeating this to yourself for a total of an hour a day. Repeat it during all of those mindless tasks that you do during the day. After a week, repeat it for 15-20...
