Dr. Judith Joseph, a psychiatrist, aims to democratize mental health through her book "High Functioning," promoting preventative measures over reactive care. She stresses the importance of assessing relationship quality, work-life balance, and personal enjoyment as vital signs of well-being, rather than just focusing on traditional health metrics like nutrition and sleep. Joseph argues that toxic relationships can greatly impact longevity and that fulfilling work and joy are crucial for mental health. She encourages individuals to prioritize their mental wellness by regularly checking these vital signs for a healthier life.
There are the boring things that every doctor will tell you about, like, nutrition is good, your sleep is good, your movement is OK. I talk about different things that most doctors don't.
We don't think about how toxic people drain our life force and that the number one predictor of longevity outcomes is the quality of your relationships.
Your doctor won't ask that. What they'll ask is, 'Are you doing your work okay?' In a point-driven society, it's not about whether or not you enjoy it.
What do you do for fun? What do you do for pleasure? Because we're all about eradicating disease and not cultivating joy and mental health.
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