Dr. L.'s Healthy Practices' Podcast

Some people have an incredible, natural sense of self-discipline. No matter what they set their minds to do, it seems like they can buckle in and really focus on staying the course to make it happen, no matter how complicated or challenging the task might be.   If you struggle with your own sense of self-discipline and wish you could be more focused and motivated to stick to everything you start,...

Living a life true to oneself and maintaining self-integrity is a journey that requires conscious effort and commitment. In a world filled with constant distractions and external influences, staying aligned with your authentic self-demands a set of intentional habits and actions.  This podcast delves into ten unique practices that foster self-integrity, allowing you to navigate life in harmony wit...

Developing mental toughness is a process that involves cultivating resilience, perseverance, and a strong mindset. Fortunately, if you aren’t born with a natural sense of mental toughness, you can develop this characteristic within yourself. In fact, developing mental toughness is something you can continually strive to do throughout your entire life! Consider adopting these ten habits to build a...

Taking care of our self-esteem is super important for our general happiness and well-being. It's like our personal cheerleader, shaping how we see ourselves and deal with life. When our self-esteem is in good shape, we tend to feel more confident and ready to take on the world. It's like having a positive mindset that helps us tackle whatever comes our way. So, investing some time in bui...

Human beings are incredibly social creatures. Nearly every aspect of human life revolves around spending time with other people. Whether you’re hanging out with your closest friends, working on collaborative projects at work, or standing in line at the grocery store, the number of ways and opportunities you have to interact with other people on a daily basis is limitless.   Because people spend so...

Negative influences can be anything in your life that isn’t helping you move forward. They can be people who are ‘bad influences’ or they can be things that are very bad for your health, whether physical or mental. Now these influences might seem minor and some can even seem fun whenever you first look at them, but they can get their claws into you and slowly start to ruin your life as you indulge...

We all want to feel a little less stress and a little more joy in our lives, and we want that to be done pretty powerfully. Sure, little boosts of joy are fantastic, but what about the sustainable and consistent ways to level up your quality of life? It turns out those aren’t the hardest things to do either, so take a look at some of these excellent ways to raise up your quality of life.  Hope you...

With endless busy work schedules, family commitments, and social obligations, trying to fit in self-care has almost come to a halt. While it is healthy to push beyond your limits, neglecting to check on your own health, both physically and mentally, can lead to complete burnout.  In fact, a recent study conducted by Psychology Today on the effects of neglecting self-care concluded, “Neglecting per...

There are so many lessons we can accumulate throughout life. Some are more important than others, some you will remember forever, some are fleeting. This is a short list including ten life lessons that are valuable for everyone to learn regardless of who you are or where you come from. Hope you enjoyed this informative podcast! Again, please note that these podcasts are for informational purposes!...

What is self-awareness and why should you want to improve yours? According to the Harvard Business Review, self-awareness leads to greater confidence, more creativity, stronger relationships, and better communication.  Self-awareness is described as seeing yourself clearly and understanding the way others see you. Here are ten habits that will help you promote your own self-awareness to improve yo...

People who really know who they are all seem to share a few of the same characteristics. They have done the work to become self-aware and continue to learn more. These are the top ten characteristics of those people and how they apply those characteristics in their daily lives. If you want to really know who you are you can learn from them and begin your journey to becoming more self-aware.  Hope...

Do you want to learn more about who you are? This is a list of ten important questions you can ask yourself to find out who you are now, who you have been, and who you want to be. Take note of your answers and go back every couple of years to reassess your answers and make changes in your life if needed. Hope you enjoyed this informative podcast! Again, please note that these podcasts are for info...

Think of your personal comfort zone like the inside of your house. You go into your house at the end of a long day, lock the doors, make yourself feel comfortable, and finally relax. Your personal comfort zone is a lot like being tucked away inside your house–everything there is familiar and comforting, and there are never any surprises.  Your comfort zone functions the same way within yourself. W...

If the idea of embracing discomfort and risk-taking behavior sends you into panic mode, you aren’t alone–many people struggle with the thought of doing anything that would make them feel uncomfortable or ill at ease!   However, learning how to embrace discomfort and risks rather than avoiding them is a crucial life skill for unlocking your true fullest potential. It may seem silly to put yourself...

A courage zone is a step outside of the comfort zone where you challenge yourself but still face minimal, if any, risk. Getting into and maintaining a life in the courage zone takes mental fitness, a concept very similar to physical fitness.   Like with physical resilience, you can think of strengthening your mind in the same way that you think about a workout routine. There is some preparation th...

 Life would be great if it was easy to step outside of our comfort zone. Unfortunately, this isn’t the case for most of us, which is why it’s so important to celebrate the victories as they come. Not only does it feel good to celebrate wins but there’s scientific backing that shows it actually helps with personal development. When you use celebration correctly, you’ll experience a variety of benef...

Everyone has a comfort zone–even yourself! You may not even be fully aware of your comfort zone when you are spending time within it; that’s part of the reason why the comfort zone feels so comfortable. However, your comfort zone can be both a helpful personal tool and a detriment to your well-being. This is why learning how to operate within it correctly is key. Hope you enjoyed this informative...

Sometimes, we find ourselves stuck in our comfort zone, and that's okay. But it's when we step outside that we truly begin to flourish. The unknown might feel scary, but it's only through taking risks and pushing ourselves that we can truly reach our full potential and live our best lives.  Hope you enjoyed this informative podcast! Again, please note that these podcasts are for inf...

When faced with uncertainties in life, our comfort zone acts like a comfortable cocoon that shields us from the uncertainties and challenges that lie before us. However, this zone can also become a barrier to our personal expansion and fulfillment, limiting us in ways we may not even be aware of.  Hope you enjoyed this informative podcast! Again, please note that these podcasts are for information...

If the idea of taking risks makes you feel scared, you’re not alone. Taking risks is always a little scary, even for the most seasoned risk-takers…and that’s because there is always a chance of experiencing something either positive or negative on the other side of a risk. However, it’s crucial to learn how to be more of a risk-taker because doing so can open your life up to more new and exciting...

Having the right mindset for an ideal work life balance is critical for your success. It all starts with this. If your mindset is wrong then you will never achieve the right work life balance for yourself. You could have some limiting beliefs that prevent you from being successful.  Hope you enjoyed this informative podcast! Again, please note that these podcasts are for informational purposes! Th...

If you are someone that always says “yes” when demands are placed on you then you will not be able to achieve the right work life balance. People in your work and personal life will no that you always say “yes” and will overload you as a result.  Having too many things to do is likely to result in overwhelm and stress. Neither of these things will help you to achieve a true work life balance. You...

Spending your time wisely is one of the key things that you need to do if you want to achieve the right work life balance. It is easy to be “busy” but this does not always mean that you are making the most effective use of your time. In this article, we will discuss some time management tips that will help you to progress towards a better work life balance. Hope you enjoyed this informative podcas...

If you have studied the factors that you need to consider for achieving a good work life balance you will know that the establishing of boundaries, prioritizing things and the effective management of your time are very important. But there are other things that you can do to improve your work life balance. In this podcast, we will discuss 3 additional things that you need to do to ensure that you...

You were probably told as a child to go outside and be exposed to the sunlight. In many ways, this was some good advice.  Hope you enjoyed this informative podcast! Again, please note that these podcasts are for informational purposes! They are not intended to provide medical advice. Please consult with your medical provider for medical advice and services. For more information about StressHealth...