During a recent trip through Singapore, Penang, Kuala Lumpur, Kuching, and Gaya Island, I discovered something quietly powerful. The people I met weren’t just living long — they were aging well. With energy. Clarity. And grace.... Read More
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What Travel Taught Me About Time
And in Malaysia — especially in Kuching and by jungle rivers — I learned that time can unfold like a story, shared not spent. Here, strangers smiled without expectation. Conversations stretched without an agenda. I sat by the river and watched lanterns drift into the dark, no longer needing a reason to be still.... Read More
This Week from the Clinic
In my latest Clinic Notes essay, I shared what happened when a new patient-a white man in a hospital gown—suddenly started speaking Japanese with me, a Black doctor from the Pacific Northwest. ... Read More
I Went To Rome and Am Now Thinking About Time Affluence
Time affluence refers to sufficient time to pursue meaningful activities and leisure, control over one’s schedule, and a lack of time-strapped or overwhelmed.... Read More
The Power of Vacationing
1. Unplug. You cannot escape work stress if you keep checking in with work. Put the email and pending tasks aside. 2. Savor the planning. Knowing your vacation is coming increases your brain’s dopamine levels, enhancing your happiness. 3. Embrace new things. My most memorable holidays involved new (and often challenging) experiences. The neuroscientists remind us that we must find our sweet spot between overly stimulating and slothful.... Read More