American Traditions

I just returned from Chicago where I spoke to a group of corporate executives. It was a great trip and I had a chance to visit my daughter and husband and their great kids.
I was fortunate to experience several American traditions.

1. Watching the home team the White Sox win at the U.S Cellular Park.
2. Hotdogs are plentiful and still one of America’s favourite pastimes. You could smell the scent of juicy bratwurst, Italian and Kosher hotdogs in the air.
3. In the Chicago tradition, everyone in the baseball park stands up from their seats once there is only 1 remaining out in the ninth inning.

The other tradition I observed wasn’t the best one-that the statistics from the Center of Disease Control on the number of individuals that were overweight and obese were correct. The obesity rate in adults has climbed to 32.9% from 15.0% in 1980.

How do we get back to mindful rather than mindless eating?

The Power of Words

At a recent executive retreat an audience member stated that when he heard the words “diet” and “budget” they gave him a negative feeling.

That seems to make some sense. What do you think of substituting the "healthy nutrition" for "diet" and "spending plan" for "budget" ? Will that make the difference for you?

I look forward to your thoughts!

Staying Connected

Presenting Keynote addresses can have one moving around many time zones and it's important to stay connected with my wife when she can't travel with me. I usually text her when I arrive and call when we can talk. I follow my CATS routine.

C= deal first with any crises at home.

A = make sure my wife hears that I adore her.

T = leave time for her to talk.

S = always conclude with sweet goodbyes.

What works for you?

Airport and Security Stress

As a frequent flyer traveling to speak at corporate retreats, I try to be cognizant of my triggers for stress, particularly going through security.
Historically, Customs and Immigration were famous for creating stress but in recent times, the dubious honour of first prize has been awarded to Security.

I know the rules. I had everything in order. I was just about to enter the fast track lane when a first time flyer was directed in front of me.

He was clueless to the intricacies of the new rules, and apparently deaf and unable to read. He held up the line and thought it was funny. I took a deep breath and tried to be patient but we really need an efficient system put in place at airport security, because even I have my limits! What do you think?

Can you spot the health risk?

Can you spot the health risk in this picture? Is it lack of sun tan lotion or something more sinister?
Let me know what you think it is!

Executive wellness

Just completed my seminar at an executive wellness retreat in Cancun, Mexico. Now for a few days living my relationship wellness model with my wife. Three observations:
1. All inclusive resorts encourage mindless, rather than mindful eating.
2. The obesity stats are truly reflective of what I am seeing on the beach.
3. It is amazing how parents have forgotten about the damage of UV rays to their children.
On an hour walk on the beach today, literally thousands of children were playing in the sand, and only 11 kids had any kind of protective headwear. How do we get people to take responsiblilty for their health and wellness???
Start tanning and stop burning.
The Healthy CEO

Corporate Keynote speaker

At a recent corporate keynote,someone from the audience stated" I attended your healthyceo seminar last year and you changed my life forever." I was pleased with the endorsement, but later thought, if my 3 hour seminar changed his life, what kind of life did he have before? Am I just cynical or can lives be changed with that kind of limited exposure to a concept of taking responsiblity for your health?
Love to hear from other speakers.
Cheers, Larry
The Healthy CEO