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Why Did You Buy a $2,000 Clothes Hanger?

January 28, 2016 by Phil Carson Leave a Comment

We are closing in on the end of the first month of 2016. Some experts say it takes 21 days to create or break a habit, and as of today it has been 28 days. So the question of the day is, are you still committed? 

Have you kept the resolution, the commitment and the promise you made to yourself and to others on January 1st. If you have, by now, you should be feeling and seeing some measurable results. As statistics show the majority of people do not make it to that 21 days. So many people during Christmas or New Years buy nice and expensive exercise equipment like treadmills or ellipticals, setting them up in their bedrooms, dens or offices with the intentions of using them every day to get healthier. Sadly what so often happens, is this expensive equipment turns out to be a dust collector or where you put the clothes you pulled out of the closet but decided not to wear that day. Don’t worry, I’m not condemning you. I’ve been there and done that myself and so have at least 40% of Americans according to this New York Times piece in 2009!  I don’t want to put you on a guilt trip if you have not made it to the 21 days. I want to encourage you to start over! Start a new 21 days today! We all fail to meet our goals we set for ourselves, from time to time. The world’s most successful people all failed or at least perceived themselves as failures at one point before breaking through. Here are some great examples:

 

jerry seinfeldJerry Seinfeld – Arguably the greatest stand up comedian of all time, his TV show’s final episode aired in 1998, and here we are almost 20 years later and Seinfeld is still on TV everyday of the week. Did you know though that in his first ever stand up set at a local club, he got on stage, completely froze and was booed off the stage? He knew he could do it though and went back the very next night, did his routine, and the rest is history. 

 

colonel sandersHarland David Sanders – You might not know him by that name, but I know you know who Colonel Sanders is. There have been a few funny Kentucky Fried Chicken commercials recently with a caricature version of the Colonel, but did you know his secret chicken recipe was rejected over 1,000 times before a restaurant accepted it?  That is the kind of persistence we all could use! 

 

 

Michael_Jordan_in_2014Michael Jordan – This is probably the most famous example of turning failure into success in my mind. It just doesn’t make sense that the best basketball player ever got cut from his high school team his freshman year, but he did. Michael was later quoted with saying, “I have missed more than 9,000 shots in my career. I have lost almost 300 games. On 26 occasions I have been entrusted to take the game winning shot, and I missed. I have failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed.”

 

I’m sure you’ve all heard the old cliche, if at first you don’t succeed, try try again. These three people are great examples of that. They were knocked down and they were turned down, but they kept getting up and going back and they were rewarded with success. Failure is not final unless you quit. You are going to have days when life throws you a curveball and stuff just happens. There will be when you really want to quit. There will be days that you feel like you can’t do it anymore. I’ve been there and I’ve fought those mental battles as well. But you can do it! You can win those battles! First you have got to believe in yourself and that you can do it. You can meet your goals! You can get healthier! Secondly I would find someone that also believes in you. Someone that will hold you accountable, that will push you forward and encourage you when you want to quit. The famous people above didn’t do it alone. They had someone pushing them along, someone coaching them to victory and success.

Let me be the first to encourage you today. You can do it. You will do it. You will get up. You will keep going. You will not quit. Remember this, failure is not your enemy, quitting is!  

Healthy blessings,

Dr. Phil

 

Filed Under: Blog, Exercise Tagged With: Carson Natural, Colonel Sanders, Dr. Carson, Dr. Phil, Exercise Equipment, Failure, fitness, Jerry Seinfeld, Michael Jordan, New Year Goals

The Seven Essentials (Part 2)

January 21, 2016 by Phil Carson Leave a Comment

Last week in The Seven Essentials (Part 1), I discussed the first four essentials to living a more balanced, healthy, and vibrant life. Here’s a quick review for you: Nutrition, Exercise, Water, and Sleep. These are the typical elements that any health professional will tell you to focus on if you want to be a healthier version of yourself. I believe, however, that there are three more that are often neglected and must be taken into account for you to reach your optimum health. If you want to experience total health for your total being then you must include these three as part of your daily routine! 

Supplements

herbs-and-supplements-smallJust as the name implies, supplements are to supplement our diet. There is no substitute for getting our nutrients from real food. Unfortunately with the food sources that we have today, it is not always possible to get all the necessary nutrients that our bodies require. Sometimes nutritional supplements can be essential for living a healthier life. There are a multitude of supplements on the market today. My recommendation is that you choose wisely since numerous studies have shown lately many of the supplements sold today are not all that they claim to be. Personally I consume and recommend using only natural food source supplements when they are available. Most supplements in stores today are not food sourced. They are chemically synthesized and contain a variety of potentially harmful ingredients, hence why I said choose wisely. If you are not sure what to choose, then consult with a trusted knowledgeable Health professional that is well trained in the use of natural health supplements.

Soul

Beautiful_scenery_on_siri_paya_top_near_shogran_valleyI believe that the health of our soul is the essential to living that healthy balanced life that we all desire to live. The human soul consists of the mind, the will, our emotions, thoughts, and consciousness. The Scriptures tell us in Proverbs 4:23 to guard your soul above all else for it determines the course of your life. So many of the people that I consult with and coach are physically sick because they are soul sick. For overall optimal health we must strive to keep our minds and our emotions healthy. Here are some of my recommendations for guarding your soul. Be careful what you choose to fill your mind with. Be quick to forgive, as unforgiveness harbored in your soul can physically and mentally destroy you. If you are being overcome with feelings of depression, then go to one of your local charity organizations, churches, nursing homes, or hospitals and volunteer to help someone in need.

Spirit

prayer-401401_640-1When it comes to thinking about the essentials to healthy living, most people probably give very little thought to the health of their spirit. I believe that we have a body, a soul, and spirit. We are three part beings and for optimal health we must take care of the spirit man as well as we do our bodies and our souls. Many health professionals, theologians, and researchers believe that we need to put much more emphasis on the spirit man when it comes to leaving a more balanced, healthy, and vibrant life. I believe it is through a healthy spirit that we have the power to overcome the weaknesses that can destroy our bodies and souls. So what can we do for the health of our spirit man? Whether you believe in God or a higher power or not, recent research has provided some very convincing evidence of what having a healthy spiritual life can do for our overall health. The Holy Scriptures actually tell us that we are to pray and medi- tate regularly. It is my recommendation that you learn more about prayer and meditation and incorporate them into your daily life. More and more studies are showing that prayer and meditation can improve our health as well as promote healing in our bodies and souls.

 

If you are interested in learning more about these 7 essentials then I encourage you to check out our Fine in 49 course, where we discuss the each of them in much greater detail! You can click here for more information!

If you have any questions about any of the 7 essentials you can email me at [email protected]

Healthy Blessings,

Dr. Phil

Filed Under: Blog, Fit in 49 Tagged With: Carson Natural, Dr. Carson, Dr. Phil, Fine in 49, Natural Health, New Year Goals

The Seven Essentials (Part 1)

January 17, 2016 by Phil Carson Leave a Comment

Well we are halfway through the first month of 2016. How are you doing with your New Year’s Resolutions this year. I hope those resolutions included getting healthier. Did you set attainable goals, and are you working everyday to achieve those goals? I want to encourage you to not give up, to keep going! It may be tough, but don’t stop! I hope that you have set out to make 2016 your best and healthiest year ever. I see people everyday with health issues, most of which are preventable. I believe we all need to do more to take better care of our health and I want to help you do that. I want to share with you my 7 essentials for living a more balanced, healthy, and vibrant life! 

Good News for Great Living! 

Nutrition

mensnutritionGood nutrition is the foundation for healthy living. I believe that it is essential that we eat healthy well-balanced meals and snacks. With all the unhealthy food choices we are presented with everyday, it is not always easy to eat healthy. It can be done though, and here are a few basic tips to help you. With every meal you eat try to get a good balance of the 3 macronutrients, protein, carbs and fat. Visualize a 3-section plate and fill first section with a good lean protein, fill the second with veggies, and the third with fruit or veggies plus some good fat. Limit the amount of whole grains that you eat, and avoid processed grains all together. What you drink with your meals is of utmost importance if you want to stay nutritionally balanced. Avoid sugary drinks and drink either water or unsweetened drinks. If you must have some sweetness then use my favorite no calorie natural sweetener, Stevia.

Exercise

image.axdWhether you want to stay healthy and fit or get there, exercise is a must. Exercise to some people is a dirty word. So if it makes you feel any better call it physical activity. Our bodies are made to stay active, and studies show that when we consistently exercise it greatly improves our overall health and vitality. It is my recommendation that you schedule a minimum of 30 minutes of daily physical activity/exercise at least five days a week. If you think you’re too busy to block off 30 minutes at one time, then split it up, 15 minutes in the morning and 15 in the evening. It is essential to find exercises or activities you can enjoy and be consistent in doing them. As many new studies are proving this consistency may add years, but most certainly quality to your life.

Water

Dehydration-photoWe cannot live without water. Depending on age our bodies are composed of 55-70 % water. I encounter people every week with health problems that are primarily due to the lack of water consumption. It is believed that approximately 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated, and in 37% the thirst mechanism is so weak it is often mistaken for hunger. We must keep our bodies properly hydrated and here are my recommendations to help. It has been determined that we should drink at least 1/2 of our bodyweight in ounces of water per day. For example if you weigh 200 pounds then drink 100 ounces of water per day. You should always rehydrate your body with two glasses of water as soon as possible after waking. I recommend that you do not drink unfiltered tap water. My preferred type of water to drink is natural spring water.

Sleep

sleepEarly to bed and early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise. Like food and water, sleep is absolutely essential for living a healthy life. Much of the repair and restoration processes of our body take place during sleep. Poor quality and insufficient sleep has been linked to the onset of and correlates with a number of chronic diseases and conditions. Here are my recommendations for getting the quality sleep that our bodies require. The amount of sleep can vary among individuals, but the consensus is 7 to 9 hours of sleep each night is what our bodies need. I recommend that you get on a regular consistent bedtime schedule and wake up schedule. Many people have difficulty falling asleep and/or staying asleep. If that’s you, I recommend that you start preparing for sleep at least one hour before bedtime. In preparation doing some moderate physical exercise/activity can be helpful. Also avoiding large meals, alcohol, and caffeine close to bedtime is advised. I also highly recommend that at least one hour before bedtime you turn off all the TVs, computers, and other electronic devices.

 

Next week we look at the final 3 essentials to a healthier 2016! If you are interested in learning more about these 7 essentials then I encourage you to sign up for our Fine in 49 course, where we discuss the 7 essentials in much greater detail! You can click here for more information! 

If you have any questions about these first 4 essentials you can email me at [email protected]

Healthy Blessings, 

Dr. Phil

Filed Under: Blog, Fit in 49 Tagged With: Carson Natural, Dr. Carson, Dr. Phil, fitness, Natural Health, New Year Goals, seven essentials

Will Power…Do You Have It or Do You Need It?

January 8, 2016 by Phil Carson Leave a Comment

Week 1 of 2016 has come and gone, and I hope your new year has gotten off to a great start! Did you set New Year’s resolutions for 2016? Or maybe you don’t believe in resolutions and you set goals for 2016. Have you made commitments for the new year? Maybe you haven’t done any of these but you’re just trying to do better.

To give you a little perspective, StatisticsBrain.com reports that 45% of Americans make New Year’s resolutions, yet only 8% achieve success! They also gave the top 10 resolutions of 2015, and the number one New Year’s resolution last year was “lose weight”, number four was “live life to the fullest”, and number five was “staying fit and healthy”. Interestingly, three of the top five have to do with our health, and yes, I include living life to the fullest in the health category because that effects the health of our souls, which we so often neglect.

new-years-resolution

Don’t let that statistic discourage you. I know its hard and you may be thinking to yourself right now, “I want to do it, I believe I can do it, but I just don’t have the will power to keep going.” Well let me share with you a little conversation I had a while back with a patient about willpower. Here it is: 

Patient: Do you think me being overweight and malnourished* would contribute to me getting pleurisy? This is the third time I’ve had this mess, and it is very painful. 

*The patient knew they were malnourished because they heard me speak at a meeting where I stated that a lot of overweight people are malnourished because most of the foods they eat are void of nutrients.

Dr. Phil: Yes, absolutely, the stress that excess weight puts on your body and the lack of proper nutrition has a direct effect on your immune system thereby weakening its ability to fight off infection.

Patient: Yes, I know Phil, I’m telling you that is the most difficult thing I have had to deal with is weight control…it’s horrible, I have no will-power.

Dr. Phil: No, I think you do have the will power. You don’t have the WILL. You are not willing to discipline the flesh. Will-power is the motivation to exercise WILL, and WILL is the faculty by which a person decides on and initiates action.

Patient: Wow, you said it. That is a sermon in itself!! Seriously I will be the first to say that is me… I’m so ashamed at how I have let my body go. I need motivation…then the people I hang around with want to go and eat!!!!

Dr. Phil: Okay, if the fact that you have had pleurisy three times is not enough motivation, think about the people you know our age and younger who maybe in the past year or two who have had a stroke, heart attack, or been diagnosed with diabetes or cancer. If that is still not enough motivation go visit the nursing homes and see some of the 40 and 50 year olds that are there because they had no WILL.

Patient: I know Phil, you are right. I’m drinking ice water right now because you are burning my tail up! Thank you for the fire, I really need it. 

Dr. Phil: Drinking water is a great start! Keep it up!

will-power

You may have the will power (the motivation) but have you made the decision to take action (will). Now ask yourself “do you have the will to do what you want to do?” One of my favorite authors, Andy Andrews, ask, “Are you willing to do something you really don’t want to do for a short period of time to get the results that you really want?”

What do you really want? What pain are you willing to endure to get what you want? That’s the question I want you to ask yourself. I believe you can keep your resolutions. I believe you can reach your goals. You can get what you want, but sometimes we need a little help. Sometimes having encouragement along the way and others to hold you accountable to the resolutions and goals you’ve made can make or break your commitment. That’s one of the reasons why I provide personal health coaching and why I created the Fine in 49 course. A course that, I believe, can help strengthen your will, your desire, and your determination to achieve what you really want for your health and for your life. I cover the seven essentials for living a more balanced, healthy, and vibrant life in this course, the same principles that I’ve been teaching to people for years as a pharmacist. These seven essentials have changed my life and I’ve seen them change the life of many others over the years. I invite you today to join me on this seven week journey that we call Fine in 49! Click here to find out more! 

I pray that 2016 is the year that you exercise your will and make it powerful! Let’s make 2016 our best year ever!

Healthy blessings, 

Dr. Phil

Filed Under: Blog, Energy Tagged With: Carson Natural, Dr. Carson, fitness, Health, New Year Goals, New Years Resolution Stats, willpower

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