Scrolling my social media feeds last week, I initially felt inspired by the grit and enthusiasm displayed by so many people living in Covid-19 lockdown. We, as a human community, were making the most of our situation. Though dire circumstances confined us to our...
As a physician working in ambulatory clinics, I was in the front lines during SARS and the H1N1 flu. I remember the intensity of the initial fear among the public and also among health care professionals. In both those situations, the dread of what was to come started...
Today’s world is hard on our brains, so it’s essential to know (and consume) the best foods for brain health. We’re constantly connected to technology, and our attention spans are getting shorter. We don’t get enough sleep. Most of us are stressed out, and many...
You don’t have to be a passive victim, when it comes to the stress or trauma in your life. As an example, today I woke up feeling stressed. Per my daily habit, I got out of bed and sat down in the living room. I picked up my journal, and started to write how I...
Do you want to get better at controlling your thoughts, rather than letting your thoughts control you? I often say to coaching clients: “Don’t let your thoughts drag you around by your hair.” As an over-thinker, I’m an expert on rumination. My mind...
When I speak to organizations about burnout prevention, I often warn about the risks of either being—or leading—an “extra miler”. If you consistently go the extra mile in everything you do, you’re a great asset to any team or organization (and anyone who knows...
