Is Obesity Really an Epidemic

Many people think that obesity is something that happens to a person because they have no control. If they just exercised or watched what they eat they wouldn't have health problems. Below is a TED talk where one surgeon realized the true epidemic through personal experience.

Where we live can influence our health!

Did you know that the environment we live in has a huge impact on our health! Each geographical location leaves its impression on our physiological make-up. It can even determine possible health problems! 

Bill Davenhall relates his experience at a TED talk in the following video:

How do we make a difference in our community?

We all know that health is a very complicated subject and most of us know what to do when we are not feeling well. A visit to the Dr. is the norm but there are other factors that influence our health. One of those is how we think and feel about our quality of living. There are few that realize how inequality in healthy opportunities also has a huge impact on health. The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation has a huge initiative to help communities gain health equity. Check out the website and pay special attention to the video by "Health Equity in 
Action" and then scroll down to check out "Communities Making a Positive Change in Health", the stories are really inspiring!    What is Health Equity?

Part of Health Equity is understanding the Social Determinants of Health. The video below is a TED talk by Claire Pomeroy who experience health inequity firsthand. She escaped out of an abusive life of a teenager and fled to the streets. She was in the foster system and made her way to a higher education. She is now a champion for those who are unseen. 

"Wireless Wake-up Call" is an evidence based TEDx talk from tech engineer, Jeromy Johnson, who personally experienced health issues linked to technology obsession. Expert Dr. Martin Pall gives evidence how EMF affects humans and the environment.

Technology and Brain Hacking

How Does Technology REALLY affect us?

Have you ever wondered how technology really affects us as a society and personally? I think you will find this information very interesting. Tristan Harris, a former Google product manager speaks out on the impact of tech/app product development and "Brain Hacking." I have posted the TEDx Talk he gave in Brussels and also the segment that "60 Minutes" Anderson Cooper reported on. It is well worth the view!

A New Way of Learning!

As I travel on my journey of education I find really amazing concepts that help me become a better person, mother, friend, and substitute teacher. One of those concepts is Conscious Discipline. I was introduced to it by my friend's daughter who is completing her Master's in Education. It is transformational social and emotional learning that allows problem solving with a revolution of the heart. If you are wanting to make a difference in your life and in the lives of others check out Conscious Discipline. 

Here is a Ted Talk video that explains the basic concepts: 

Top Soft Skills for Healthcare

In an article by Cristina Campenella, the key soft skills for a leader in healthcare are communication, the ability to articulate a vision or strategy, agility or adaptability, and the ability to take second or third place. 

The article is full of tips and information on how to achieve the skills and their importance in the success of the healthcare system. Follow the link for more information.


Essential Soft Skills for Healthcare Leaders in the Era of Reform