Gaslighting Makes Me Angry I’m not sure if it’s because I’m a woman, a person of color, a mom & a pediatrician (who cares for children), an empathetic introvert (who respects the feelings of others), or just a decent person—but the act of gaslighting makes me want to go “full cowling!” Not sure what “full cowling” is? I didn’t know either until my teens (with COVID-19…
Category: Mindset
Choosing Humanity Over Division and Distrust
Promoting Distrust The powers that be in this country appear to have a vested interest in keeping us divided, fearful, distrustful of one another and misinformed on the facts. Why is that? This desperate desire to stoke division and hatred among Americans is both obvious and intentional. Their actions remind me of the cruelly malicious, yet comically inept undertakings of cartoon…
Humility Quote of the Day
Quote of the Day – Humility “Humility distinguishes the wise leader from the arrogant power-seeker. Acting with humility does not in any way deny our own self-worth. Rather it affirms the inherent worth of all persons.” – Unknown
Distance Learning Lessons: Time for More Structure and Self-Compassion
Lesson Learned As our family begins our 3rd week of distance learning, my list of “lessons learned” continues to grow. One lesson that is abundantly clear—it’s time for more structure, and self-compassion. Ready To Slow Down After the whirlwind that often typifies the Lanier Experience: our recent relocation to a new city (Atlanta) for my husband’s new job, downsizing into…
Boundaries + Balance = Peace of Mind
When we prioritize possessions and strive for success without boundaries or balance, our peace of mind is usually what suffers. Dayo Lanier, M.D.
Quote of the Day – Simon Sinek
Working hard for something we don’t care about is called stress. Working hard for something we love is called passion. – Simon Sinek
Quote of the Day – The Pursuit of Power
“The pursuit of power and a lack of empathy and self-awareness is a dangerous and disheartening combination.” – Dayo Wilson Lanier, M.D.
Quote of the Day – Integrity
“Integrity is choosing your thoughts and actions based on values rather than personal gain.”
Quote of the Day – Happiness
Today’s Quote of the Day: “Happiness isn’t about getting what you want all the time. It’s about loving what you have and being grateful for it.” Never let the things you want make you forget the things you have.