Reaching Your Own Level of Remarkable Resilience

B'SD

2 Elul, 5775

The Jewish year is ending with the month of Elul. It's a time for introspection.

This article addresses the topic of remarkable resilience to suffering. The words "resilience and recovery do not require extraordinary resources or an innate toughness, but rather a willingness to adapt to circumstances" strike me as profound.

The secrets of extreme survivors

Why some people are more resilient to trauma

FUTURE

Need to learn how to reframe your agony so you can go forward? Read Refining Silver in  the E-book or print edition of EMPOWER Yourself to Cope with a Medical Challenge. 

Mental health professionals 

recommend the book.

Face Your Medical Problems with Dignity. Face Your Future with Optimism.

Fill your life with meaning that motivates you to be at peace with the past.

Violence Against Women is a Man's Issue!

B'SD

21 Sivan, 5773

From time to time I've dealt with abuse issues as a former Health Information Management professional, as a friend, neighbor, writer or researcher, and as an individual eager to facilitate the end of any form of abuse. I've even blogged about the topic.

TEDTalks recently posted this phenomenal look at the troubling issue of male violence against women - and  children - with a most sensible technique for ending the horror! Listen in:

 

Listen to what Sir Patrick Stewart
aka Captain Picard,
has done to end violence against women.


 


Males who abuse women - and children - can fill some occupations that would surprise you.

holds the caveat to end relationships with "therapists" or clergy who fail to display total respect for your dignity and safety. It is my effort to prevent abusive events, to protect vulnerable people from predators.

Buy the E-book or print edition of EMPOWER Yourself to Cope with a Medical Challenge. Use it to protect your physical, emotional and medical welfare.

Face Your Medical Problems with Dignity. Face Your Future with Optimism. 

Face facts: Men owe it the rest of humanity to end abuse upon anyone, including females, other men, and children.


 

How to Cope with Stressful Times

B'SD


6 Adar 5772


Readers, I recently experienced a series of unusual circumstances that have left me physically drained and increasingly aware of the psycho-social pressures building up around the world.


Sad to say, I've encountered people who have sabotaged the lives of their families and neighbors, let alone themselves. Many of those saboteurs seem to be operating on some sort of auto-pilot, not thinking things through with clarity and honesty. Their minds seem muddled with inconsistent thoughts and contradictory priorities. 

My conversations with mental health practitioners at a recent conference underscored the drama of what I've mentioned above. They're witnessing the same phenomenon.


I ask that all of you step back, reflect on and clarify what you believe to be your core values, and whether or not you're living up to them. Do what you can to shore up your clarity of mind, to refresh your spiritual take on life. Improve your relationships. 


Do a reality check. Clarify your values with reputable therapists or trusted confidantes who function in constructive ways.

Integrity is when 

your beliefs and actions 

remain consistent 

with each other.

Build inner and outer worlds. Don't destroy them with preventable mistakes.






Boost your spirits with the E-book or print edition of EMPOWER Yourself to Cope with a Medical Challenge. Buy it from Booklocker.  Medical and mental health professionals recommend it.



Face Your Medical Problems with Dignity.
Face Your Future with Optimism.

WIN the Medical Paperwork Struggle in 1 Simple Step!

B'SD


27 Nisan 5770



You're not the only patient who believes that medical paperwork is a nightmare.

The New York Times Wellness blog has a compelling essay and reader response interaction going on at Paperwork vs. Patients. Check out response #41.

Want more effective ideas for taming the paperwork monster? EMPOWER Yourself to Cope with a Medical Challenge. BUY IT today!




Coping with a Medical Crisis?
Make the Changes You Need in Your Life

Here's Why a HAPPY Doctor is Good for YOUR Health!

B'SD

7 Shvat 5770


Some days, things come together so well. Just yesterday I spent time explaining the importance of doctor-patient rapport to my audience at a mental health practitioner's convention (those professionals had arrived from around the world). That evening I surfed the 'Net and found this gem of an article:

Doctors' Moods Profoundly Affect Quality of Care

I believe there's one other reality to consider in patient-doctor relationships: your practitioner might be terrified of malpractice suits and over-order tests to cover his or her assets and continued career. A patient's outbursts and other uncultured responses can worsen the situation. Remember, the doctor is already scared of you before the appointment begins.

A solution to the problem? No matter the cause of a medical professional's negative mood, you can make focused efforts to control the expressions of your emotions in the office and on the phone. Remain pleasant. That can keep the lines of communication open and protect your health.

EMPOWER Yourself to Cope with a Medical Challenge. Choose to behave with dignity and respect for the other person, no matter how you feel.


Yocheved Golani
Coping with a Medical Crisis?
Make the Changes You Need in Your Life

10 Secrets Your Therapist Might Not Tell You!

B'SD


17 Tishrei 5770



Full disclosure is a legal term. It's also a moral imperative.

Here's why EMPOWER Yourself cautions you to choose respectful, caring mental health professionals: 10 Secrets Your Therapist Won't Tell You.

There's a gem of a Global Resource included in

It's a tool for finding the right mental health professional in your part of the map.

You can further protect your interests by verifying the integrity of a therapist with professional mental health organizations and local mental health regulators.

EMPOWER Yourself to Cope with a Medical or Mental Health Challenge.

Yojeved Golani
Coping with a Medical Crisis?
Make the Changes You Need in Your Life