“In the dark times/ will there also be singing? / Yes, there will also be singing. / About the dark times.” First published in 1939 by the poet, writer, philosopher,…
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The 2% Way
Dr. Myron Rolle’s secret to achieving his myriad accomplishments: being named a Rhodes Scholar to study at Oxford, playing in the NFL, and becoming a neurosurgeon, is taking things one…
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On News Anxiety
For as long as people have had widespread access to daily news, there has been news-related anxiety. But the age of social media has dramatically increased the amount of time…
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Mindful Choices
A good Friday and weekend to everyone as we round out Janvier. It has been an interesting month that feels longer already, for many. You might be amazed, or maybe…
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On MLK Day 2023: With Gratitude to Dr. King, from a Desi Doctor
In February 1959, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. arrived in India for a five week trip to learn firsthand the South Asian history and strategies that informed the US battle…
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We are Tired: On Mental fatigue
Her: “It is 7 PM and it feels like midnight.“ Mental fatigue is an all too common feeling these days. Uncertainty, high stress levels, juggling responsibilities, financial hardship, medical problems,…
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Seven Paradoxical Intentions for the New Year
Reduce Food Waste With all good intentions, the majority of people throw away a largesse of wilted produce and other perishables throughout the month. While we may wish to food…
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Changing Narratives: On Vulnerability
Stop apologizing for vulnerability. It is by far the strongest superpower, empirically and historically. It allows for connection, cooperation, transparency, self-care, longevity, and mental health. Today, reading an end-of-year article…
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Clinical Psychology + Eastern Philosophy + DEI = Mental Health
7 Eastern Concepts for Mental Health SANGHA Community of friends practicing together in order to encourage awareness and mindfulness. Buddhist writings state that the water from all the oceans has…
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On Repression and Mental Health
I am honored that my doctoral research on repression, denial, and mental health has been cited by the UC Berkeley Law School and is being used as part of their…
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