In a world that often emphasizes fear—whether through political institutions, media narratives, or rigid societal rules—it’s easy to slip into a mindset of separation and alienation. However, when we let fear guide our perceptions, we build walls around ourselves, and these walls, though invisible, can create tangible suffering. Many wise healers throughout history, such as […]
In my years as a physician and integrative health expert, I’m often asked why I left medicine as society views it, as my work has expanded beyond the walls of traditional medical practice. For me, medicine has never been confined to treating symptoms or prescribing medications; rather, I view medicine as life itself — a […]
The essence of emotional intelligence lies in our ability to feel our emotions fully, yet not be overtaken by them. There’s immense power in allowing ourselves to experience the full spectrum of emotions — from joy to sorrow, from excitement to fear — because each emotion carries a message. However, to harness this power, we […]
In an increasingly complex and unpredictable world, resilience has emerged as a vital skill for leaders seeking to navigate challenges, inspire teams, and foster sustainable growth. Resilience is not only the capacity to endure hardship but also the ability to adapt, recover, and thrive in the face of adversity. In my work with executives and […]
In today’s dynamic work environments, we often hear that leaders need to be strong, decisive, and goal-oriented. While these traits are indeed important, one aspect of leadership is frequently overlooked—the ability to be self-aware and to feel. Many of us think of emotions as something to be controlled or even avoided, especially in professional settings. […]
As humans, we’ve consensually defined and accepted many truths: an apple is an apple, the sky is blue. But what if our realities are merely agreements? What if that ‘apple’ is, in another dimension, a tool for dental hygiene? Sounds far-fetched? Quantum physics, with its multiple realities and observer effects, hints at a more expansive […]
Imagine you walk into your office on a Monday morning and are instantly alerted to an emerging problem that requires you to make a high-risk decision. The outcome is uncertain and a wrong decision by you, could have a tremendous negative impact on your company. How do you handle the situation? Decision making under uncertainty […]
We now live in a world where technology has taken over the need to be outdoors or connected to nature. We rarely move our bodies and to eat, we drive through fast view venues to eat food that is processed and high in sugar to satisfy our addictions while our bellies grow. It is no […]
Whether it’s due to hormonal fluctuations, changes in the seasons, shifts in the microbiome, or a concerted effort to snack less and maintain a healthier weight, we all go through periods of time when we’re hungry—all. the. time. And it can be an internal debate: Should you give in or not? It’s never a good […]
When it comes to your health, it’s important to get your fat facts straight. And this is easier said than done, as there’s a lot of misinformation out there about dietary fat and what’s healthy or not. When I was 9 or 10 years old, I remember that we weren’t allowed to keep butter or […]
