Cultivate Connections
Are You a Voter?
An interesting study found that people who were asked the question: "How important is it to you to be a voter in the upcoming election?" were more likely to vote than people who were asked, "How important is it...
Are Friends the Key to Longevity?
You need friends. Certainly, eating well, exercising and a healthy lifestyle are known to increase longevity and reduce the risk of death, but research reveals that having a lot of friends contributes to living a...
Why Your Partner Should Not Be Your One and Only
Not all stress is created equal. An argument with your significant other has been found to be by far the most upsetting of all daily stressors. As one patient told me, fighting with his wife...
Feasting Together Can Help You Succeed in Business and in Life
While meal replacements like Soylent are ideally suited for those who prefer to get sustenance through a straw and on their own time, don’t discount the immeasurable benefits of sitting down for a real...
The Science Behind Good Gift-Giving
The desire to be a good gift-giver often backfires. Here’s a scientific breakdown of what many of us get wrong about gift-giving and how to get it right:
Myth: Gifts should dazzle
Reality:
Instead of focusing on...
What Makes a Good Doctor?
“I don’t care if she’s nice. I just care that she’s the best.” My patient’s internist was retiring and he was eager to find a new one. Like most people, he relied on credentials and reputation to...