We are all familiar with the term absenteeism, but I want to introduce you to a word that isn’t spoken of much. And it’s one that you should be aware of… presenteeism. Simply put, presenteeism is being physically present at work, but not being able to do your job because of health issues. There are…
Word I love… One word I love is authentic. It is defined as “not false or copied; genuine; real.” Another definition… “representing one’s true nature or beliefs; true to oneself or to the person identified.” In a world where everyone seems to want to look like, dress like, and act like everyone else, it’s refreshing…
There are seven billion people in the world and not a single other person is exactly like you. You are unique! Like all species, humans have specific and universal needs for survival, the most obvious being food, water, and oxygen. While we could list a bunch of other basic needs that humans require, Tony Robbins…
Documentary I watched… I recently watched the documentary, Free Solo, about professional rock climber Alex Hannold’s attempt to be the first to free solo climb El Capitan’s vertical rock face (900-meter) at Yosemite National Park. To explain a little more… free soloing is where a climber climbs ALONE… WITHOUT the use of any ropes, harnesses,…
Think about two acorns hanging from a mature oak. It’s early fall, and they both drop at the same time. One acorn rolls away from the base of the tree and ends up in some loose, moist soil. The other rolls onto an area of flat rock. The acorn in the soil ends up in…
Inspiring people… Tiger Woods…. Winning The Masters… again… 14 years after his last win there! Wow! It’s so inspiring to see something as remarkable as that. He makes it look easy, but what most can never realize is how much effort, sacrifice, and mental toughness goes into a comeback like that. To overcome the odds,…
We have a tendency as a society to focus on individual activities, foods, trends, and fads as being either the cause of all disease or the cure. We forget that there are many contributors to the success or failure of our health. That being said, there is one thing worth noting that I believe is…
1. Inspirational person… I LOVE this quick video from Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. He talks about his lifelong dream of playing in the NFL getting shattered when he gets cut from the Canadian Football League. But… had that not happened, he wouldn’t be where he is today. My favorite line from this one minute video……
There are many reasons people do not take the initiative to embark on getting healthier, thinner, and in better shape. One of the biggest reasons is that they think it is too hard and will take too long. What I am about to share will (hopefully) change your thinking about the time it takes to…
1. Quote… “Never worry about numbers. Help one person at a time and always start with the person nearest you.” ― Mother Teresa Years ago, I remember someone asking me in a sarcastic tone if I thought I was going to change the world. I was young and almost embarrassingly said “no.”…