Dr. L.'s Healthy Practices' Podcast

We live in the era of high velocity, where our speediness is essential, especially in the workplace. Heavy workloads, tight deadlines, demanding customers, meetings, unexpected projects, and long hours affect our productivity and health.  We may become much less efficient due to work stress and fatigue, substantially increasing the risk of mistakes. We often carry workplace stress home with us, da...

Life is difficult to try to go it alone. People like to help each other because they know it’s easier to manage than trying to do everything without help. When faced with challenges or obstacles, consider seeking out the help of others. At the very least, talk out your situation with friends or family. Sometimes, just the act of talking about problems can lead your mind to a solution. Keeping it i...

All of us feel inferior sometimes, especially when we start comparing ourselves to others. We may even feel down and despondent for a few days as a result. However, some people feel inferior and inadequate almost all the time. These individuals can be suffering from a serious inferiority complex. Hope you enjoyed this informative podcast! Again, please note that these podcasts are for informationa...

As humans, we are prone to many different unhealthy stimulants during our day. It might be as simple as a wrong coffee at your favorite spot or as major as losing a job. For the majority, we can move on from the moment. However, there are other moments that cannot be let go. Not because it has happened once, but because it has become a pattern. In this podcast I am seaking about five tips to addre...

Holidays are noted for contributing to weight gain for many people. However, with the right information this cycle of weight gain can be broken. What if you had some science-backed techniques to help you along the way. This is what this podcast today is all about. Hope you enjoyed this informative podcast! Again, please note that these podcasts are for informational purposes! They are not intended...

What kind of person are you, narrow-minded or broad-minded? If asked, a large majority would no doubt consider themselves to be broad-minded, but objectively, would they all really be? You might not be aware of it, but could you be manifesting the trait of narrow-mindedness?   If so, it will be having a negative impact on your family, friends, acquaintances, employer, and co-workers. It can make t...

Do you often feel overwhelmed and stressed at work? If so, you're not alone. Many people struggle with job overwhelm and burnout, and one of the key reasons for this is procrastination.  Procrastination is a major contributor to job overwhelm and burnout, as it leads to a cycle of stress, anxiety, and frustration. When we put off tasks, we often create a backlog of work that becomes increasin...

 Education on what to do in case you are feeling rejected is important for maintaining emotional health. Rejection can be viewed as a type of wound. It is precisely this reason why it is essential to apply the concept of ‘Emotional First Aid’ in dealing with the hurt of rejection.  Emotional First Aid.   The idea behind emotional first aid is to act in terms of self-care, self-love, and wellbeing...

A genuinely decent or ‘nice’ person has always been a blessing to those they come in contact with. It’s an admirable quality that anybody would simply wish to have more access to, especially to balance the spite and hate that can sometimes seem to be predominant.   Terrible news happening every day has never been so widely broadcast. People have never been more divided in what they believe in and...

A vacation should offer relief from daily pressure, yet many people feel stressed before leaving, anxious during the trip, and overwhelmed when they return. Packing, budgets, travel delays, family needs, work messages, and the pressure to “make every moment count” can turn time away into another demanding project. The goal is not a perfect itinerary. It is to plan for restoration rather than produ...

It's perfectly normal to feel anxious or depressed occasionally, especially in response to life's stressors. However, when these feelings become prolonged, disproportionate or apparent for no significant reason, they need to be addressed.   Thankfully diagnosis and treatment methods have come a long way, with many public health campaigns working towards bringing mental illness 'out...

As you get older, you may notice that it is increasingly difficult to lose weight. This is especially true after you pass the milestone 50th birthday. Don’t fret though, as there are many tips you can use to help you to effectively lose weight after you turn 50.  Hope you enjoyed this informative podcast! Again, please note that these podcasts are for informational purposes! They are not intended...

People often talk about how gratitude is a mindset shift, but in reality, it has the power to impact you far more deeply than that. While choosing to be grateful and adopting a gratitude practice can indeed change your whole mindset, it also has the power to serve as a great biological and psychological buffer against burnout. This is because it disrupts the patterns that allow the burnout cycle t...

Everyone has times in their life when things look grim. They might even seem to be hopeless. The world can feel like a scary place, and you alone in the middle of it. But history has shown that even in the worst of times, people have chosen to be hopeful. If you’re finding it hard to believe that better times will come, here are five things you can hang on to.    Hope you enjoyed this informative...

People doubt themselves and their abilities. When it becomes a chronic situation, it can hold people back from getting what they want. Confidence will break through the barriers caused by obstacles. You need to recognize when an obstacle is holding you back. Sometimes, people make excuses for their situations and pretend like they don’t exist. For instance, you could be faced with a family member...

At some point in everyone’s life, they will come across obstacles. Many people are not prepared for these obstacles and it causes them to stumble. But when you discover that obstacles can be opportunities, then you will be better prepared to handle them. Many people are plagued with alcohol addiction. Some will come to terms with it and seek out help for their situation. It is not easy for them, b...

So many people today seek wellness, but it can be a daunting task to take on. Adopting micro-habits will help you improve your physical and mental wellness. These habits don’t take much time or effort, and their effects can be quite significant.  The Power Of Habits Habits are the quiet architects of our lives. While we often credit motivation or big decisions for our progress, it’s actually the s...

Self-blame refers to a person’s tendency to consider themselves at fault, especially when things don’t go as well as planned, even if the cause or events were beyond their control. A pattern of self-blame leads a person to feel constantly guilty and inferior.   Although the tendency to self-blame can make a person seem humble and unassuming, it can also inhibit them in becoming more creative and w...

Everyone has opinions about each other. Humans naturally attempt to make sense of the world by matching new experiences with things they already know. Some people can be very vocal about their opinions of you. One of the excellent rules for living is don’t allow other people to overinfluence you. Hope you enjoyed this informative podcast! Again, please note that these podcasts are for informationa...

Stress doesn’t usually arrive loudly. It tends to slip into your day quietly—through a racing thought, a sudden mood shift, tension in your shoulders, or a sense that something just feels “off.” Most people try to manage stress by reacting to it after it builds up, but real transformation begins when you start to understand why it shows up in the first place. Self-check-ins are one of the most pow...

If you have ever experienced a state of overwhelm, you know that it can happen slowly rather than all at once. The noise and distraction of a constant stream of content and notifications, and the emotional toll of a never-ending to-do list, can weigh heavily. As everything slips out of your control, your mental health is often the first victim. You don’t need to clear your schedule to make time fo...

Your mental health is vitally important. When you’re feeling mentally well, your physical and emotional health benefit as well. However, it can be challenging to support your mental health and overall well-being properly. If you are ready to live your life in a way that supports these needs, consider these ten lifestyle changes you can implement to dramatically improve your mental health. Hope you...

Stress has a quiet way of weaving itself into your life. It doesn’t always arrive with obvious warning signs or dramatic moments. More often, it shows up subtly, in your thoughts, your habits, your energy, and even your relationships. The challenge is that many people don’t recognize how deeply stress is affecting them until they feel overwhelmed or burned out. Taking a moment to reflect can be on...

Out of nowhere, you might be stressed without knowing why. It’s normal to feel overwhelmed, but you’re not alone. Stress shows up in unexpected ways. It can come from something you’ve never even considered before. When you’re stressed about something, it doesn’t usually happen overnight, it develops gradually. Stress negatively impacts your mood, causing everyday experiences to become a challenge...

We live in the era of high velocity, where our speediness is essential, especially in the workplace. Heavy workloads, tight deadlines, demanding customers, meetings, unexpected projects, and long hours affect our productivity and health.  We may become much less efficient due to work stress and fatigue, substantially increasing the risk of mistakes. We often carry workplace stress home with us, da...