Got Resolutions?

Happy New Year from The Health Feast! After a regular mind-body-soul/spirit check-in with Dr. Rak and Po, they first take an opportunity to thank their growing audience and reflect a little more on why they started The Health Feast. 

Then they get into today’s topic of New Year’s Resolutions.  Dr. Rak reviews some of the stats around resolutions and how most are unsuccessful.  The two discuss why this is and how the best resolutions are process-oriented instead of outcome-oriented.

The two also reflect on the importance of grounding your resolutions and goals in your WHY and intention, and Dr. Rak reflects on some of the reasons for wanting to make change that he hears from patients.

Dr. Rak helps Po think about his behaviors in terms of ideals (what I’d ideally like to do most days) and standards (what I do every day regardless of how I’m feeling and what else is going on).

They also discuss Po’s recent feelings of lower mood.  Dr. Rak screens Po for depression using a standard survey called the PHQ-9.  You can access this inventory at https://www.mdcalc.com/calc/1725/phq9-patient-health-questionnaire9. 

The two reflect on the role of mental health in our overall health and how it affects our ability to change our habits.

The show ends with Po reflecting on his prior goal to incorporate regular meditation and how he wants to approach the coming week. 

Have a question or comment for Dr. Rak and Po?  You can submit them on our website at thehealthfeast.com 

Disclaimer: The Health Feast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. If you or someone you know is experiencing depression or any mental health concerns, please seek out care from a licensed professional. 

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