The VIA Institute on Character promotes well-being by helping people thrive. They do this by teaching people how to harness the 24 character strengths that are universal across all cultures....
My week started with a string of night shifts. For various reasons, I made the transition from practicing at a local hospital to one that is up the road over...
When I first started Candid, I had a heck of a time explaining to people what I was doing. I had a strong, visceral push of a feeling on the...
My phone has been ringing off the hook again. This time related to PeaceHealth firing the local Emergency Department physicians at Riverbend Hospital. Before we analyze the article, let’s breakdown...
It’s the new year. The new year brings renewed hopes, aspirations and resolutions. Alongside these resolutions can come some judgement, truth bombs and proclamations. One thing I’ve noticed about proclamations...
One of the greatest gifts is to have a life full of purpose and meaning along with the health to enjoy that life. Choosing to take care of ourselves is...
I’ve been discussing nutrition and weight loss for over 20 years now. During my conversations I have covered a range of strategies: paleo, the Zone, Atkins, vegan, whole food plant...
Want to live to 100? What if your focus is less about longevity and more about a life full of purpose and meaning? Well, guess what? The most important aspect...
I’m advised by lawyers and insurance companies to put a disclaimer on my voice mail, “If you are experiencing a life threatening emergency, call 911.” Most people already know to...
So, Dr. Joe… If you’re a Lifestyle Medicine doc, why do you keep talking about work and teams? Here at Candid Medical, I do a lot of advocacy work with...