Dr. L.'s Healthy Practices' Podcast

Life is a long journey of self-discovery. It should be an adventure, but adventures aren't always easy. Unfortunately, you don't have an instruction manual or a map to guide you on your way, but there are certain signs that suggest you're not where you need to be. So, what signs tell you that you need to learn who you really are? I will be speaking about the top 10 sings that will h...

A loving relationship is not a perfect relationship. It’s not two people who never argue, never feel insecure, or always know the right thing to say. A loving relationship is something much more human and much more meaningful: it’s a space where two people feel emotionally safe enough to be real, grow, and choose each other again and again. At its core, a loving relationship is built on mutual res...

It isn't easy to face your fears – to do so requires a level of bravery and determination that a lot of people simply do not possess or cannot overcome their fear enough to tap into it. The good news is you can work on your mental toughness to aid your ability to face your fears head-on.  Hope you enjoyed this informative podcast! Again, please note that these podcasts are for informational p...

Worry is not something that comes and goes. Sometimes it sets up camp in our minds and bodies, creating an endless line of worry soldiers that are set on defeating you. However, you do not have to live like this. You can take steps to stop the worry. In this podcast I will be speaking about five techniques your can use to interrupt a worry cycle.   Hope you enjoyed this informative podcast! Again,...

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...

Mastering self-discipline and finally achieving your goals is not easy for everyone to do. It takes perseverance, and you must be willing to make sacrifices. Once you decide what you want, you should do whatever it takes to succeed. Although it may be tempting to go to the bar with your friends or watch television instead of focusing on a time-consuming goal, you’ll thank yourself in the end. Cons...

If you are ready to chase after personal growth, congratulations! Acknowledging that you want to become a better version of yourself is majorly important – with this first step, you’re preparing yourself for a big voyage into a better life for yourself.  To make personal growth easier to achieve, it’s important to understand that it won’t always be an easy path to take. You will face challenges al...

According to Wikipedia, “Mental toughness is a measure of individual resilience and confidence that may predict success in sport, education and the workplace.“  Oxford reference says that mental toughness is, “A quality of mind or intellect characterized by, among other things, a refusal to be intimidated, a determination to finish a contest even when things are going badly, and an ability to cont...

Developing emotional resilience helps you learn how to adapt to difficult circumstances, pick yourself up after experiencing failure, and manage negative feelings effectively. While tough situations and setbacks are inevitable, you can discover tools on how to cope, find strategies to avoid repeating mistakes, and move on from issues you’ve experienced in the past. What follows are 5 specific tech...

Mental toughness is a quality all successful individuals possess. It's the ability to stay positive even in the darkest of times, to remain focused and determined when we are feeling overwhelmed or impatient, and to persevere when we experience setbacks.   Fortunately, each of us can develop the key skills necessary to cultivate our own mental toughness. In this podcast I will be speaking abo...

Mental well-being is an important part of overall health and happiness. Feeling positive and functioning effectively helps you reach your individual potential. In fact, there are six key components to mental well-being identified by the World Health Organization (WHO) that combine to form the basis of a healthy mind. In this podcast I will be speaking about these 6 components of mental well-being....

Developing mental strength is an important step toward leading a fulfilling and positive life. It helps us to stay focused and navigate challenging situations, both emotionally and mentally.   To build strong mental muscles, we must adopt daily habits that encourage healthy behaviors and promote resilience. With focus and dedication, these building blocks of mental strength will help us to become...

There are multiple theories abounding about what you need to be successful in life. Some feel you must be born having specific qualities in order to succeed, but others believe everyone who puts in the hard work can be successful.  This podcast will explore 6 key differences that occur in the lives of successful and unsuccessful people. Hope you enjoyed this informative podcast! Again, please note...

You may have heard people talking about how some folks “don’t age well.” This doesn’t mean they are physically aging in an incorrect way–there are many different ways people can physically age, all of which are normal. Instead, they are referring to their general demeanor and attitude toward aging and life. In this podcast, I will be speaking about these and other issues. Hope you enjoyed this inf...

Everyone has to accept that their life will be filled with negative emotions, trying circumstances and obstacles that could derail even the best-laid of plans. No one just sails through life without any difficulties. If you constantly fear what comes next, that burdens you as you dread that the worst possible things will happen.  If you have a hopeful heart, it’s easier to breathe and expect your...

As beautiful as life is, it can be emotionally draining, and the busier you get, the more toxic energy you collect. What do you do when you've been collecting toxic emotional energy? You detox, of course, but when life is heavy and you're struggling, what do you do?  The road to healing looks different for everyone, so you might not find more than one thing that works, but as long as you...

You don't have to wait for a new year to be a new you. You're in the driver's seat, so as long as you're prepared to take the wheel, you can change directions. If personal growth is at the top of your list, there are an endless number of ways for you to explore personal development. The question is, what tool or methodology should you embrace to grow and develop as a person? Th...

Do you feel restless? Are you tired of life the way you've been living it? When people make the decision to pursue personal development, they often find themselves feeling listless. You've gone through so many changes and experienced so much growth, so where do you go from here? It's time for a reinvention of self, and it's not about turning you into someone you're not. In...

You can learn a lot by paying attention to nonverbal communication, but have you ever stopped to wonder what your body language is communicating to the people around you?  Whatever the words, whatever the body language, the key is to ensure they match each other. In communication, when those languages align, we call it congruence and when they don't, it's incongruence.   You've prob...

In order to overcome anxiety, it takes a lot of work, but it will pay off in the end. During your journey, you may experience apprehension for a number of reasons. People suffer from anxiety because of situations at work, family issues, or health problems.  It’s important to create a plan on how to overcome these negative feelings so they don’t take over your life. Certain experiences bring you an...

There are many lessons in life that end up being learned the hard way. It’s easy to give up when you’re dealing with something difficult. However, you should use these experiences to become a better person moving forward. It’s all about perspective.  For you, maybe you just lost your job, ended a long-term relationship, or you’re experiencing financial issues. It’s hard to move on from the past, b...

Personal growth is a journey of self-discovery we can all benefit from. If you’re looking for a place to start, this podcast is for you.   I will discuss strategies like self-awareness and practicing mindfulness. But first, what is personal growth?  Hope you enjoyed this informative podcast! Again, please note that these podcasts are for informational purposes! They are not intended to provide med...

The following seven ways are discussed to cultivate inner strength when life gets tough: 1.      Transform Hardships Through Resilience 2. Experience Growth by Accepting What Is Out of Your Control  3. Stay Disciplined by Creating a Routine  4. Setting Boundaries Makes You Stronger  5. Engage in Positive Self-Talk to Handle Personal Issues  6. Transform Difficulties into Growth Experiences  7. Bec...

What are possible reasons why you feel you are not able to reach your full potential? They may include anxiety or self-doubt. Everyone has a potential to reach greatness within themselves, waiting to be brought out. If you want to unlock that potential, you just need to shift your perspective and take decisive action.  In this podcast, I will be speaking about some secret pathways to becoming the...

Happiness comes from within, which is good news if you love self-care because as it happens, there are a lot of self-care rituals that feed your inner self to build a happier mind. In this podcast today, I have compiled ten of the most powerful daily self-care rituals.  Hope you enjoyed this informative podcast! Again, please note that these podcasts are for informational purposes! They are not in...