The Dr CK Bray Show

I have always admired people who deeply believe in themselves and take on courageous and amazing things. I used to think it was the courage part of the equation that was so admirable. I now understand it is the “taking the action” part of the equation that makes all the difference in who we become. The problem I had with “taking action” was I had a family, a job, volunteer work, and my church which takes up a lot of time and energy. I recently found an article by Cal Newport that changed my perspective. I discuss that article today and how often the news and magazines may not always be sharing the best ways to be successful.

**Cal Newport’s article “On Michael Crichton’s Busy Ambition.” CalNewport.com

QUOTES BY DR. BRAY “Everybody is wired differently and has different ambition types. What type best matches you? You have to figure it out before success will begin to assert its force on your life.” “Is that car in the driveway worth having to work the extra hours?”

Organizations spend millions of dollars and time on diversity, equity, and inclusion training. This anti-bias training is meant to influence a workforce, a leader, a team, and most importantly, an individual to be more inclusive. Studies show that well-managed diverse groups outperform homogeneous ones and are more committed to their teams and organizations. They have higher collective intelligence and are better at making decisions and solving problems. Unfortunately, research also shows that bias prevention programs rarely deliver. Dr. Bray discusses this problem and how you, as an individual, can make a profound impact and difference in your workplace by becoming a bias interrupter.

*HBR November-December 2019. How the Best Bosses Interrupt Bias On Their Teams. Joan C. Williams and Sky Mihaylo.

QUOTES BY DR. BRAY “Although bias may be hard to eliminate, it isn’t as hard to interrupt!” “Change happens at the individual level!” “Stop and see how you behave and act around others and how you judge & see others”

As the year comes to an end our brains are thinking about how we can improve next year. How can we create a happier, more successful, and fulfilling 2023? In this week’s podcast “Neuroscience in the News” Dr. Bray shares the latest research that will have you rethink how you approach your 2023. Learn how bad habits and addictions are wired, how TikTok is affecting your brain and weight, and finally, ways to help your brain work faster. This is an episode you don’t want to miss!

QUOTES BY DR. BRAY “People with addictions aren’t simply making bad decisions.” “Pay attention to what and how much you watch on TikTok. It’s not all healthy for your brain.” “Start small with your new habit!”

Has it really been a year since we ate all that Thanksgiving turkey and set up the #Christmas tree or #Hanukkah menorah? It's hard to believe, but yes, the end-of-the-year holidays are upon us once again. In the spirit of holiday giving, #DrCKBray is sharing a holiday survival guide. It's to help you have a more relaxing, rejuvenating, fun, and memorable #holiday season. Here are 10 tips to make sure you do this season right.

Adapted from Perspective Magazine, 2000.  Dr. Laura.

QUOTES BY DR. BRAY “Grin, bear it, and make it fun!” “Most things that will be remembered are experiences.” “Find people to serve.” “Take time to live a Hallmark movie, instead of watching a Hallmark movie”

Being a parent is one of the most overlooked yet crucial roles you will ever play in your life. The research couldn’t be more clear on the importance of this role. When a father is present, emotionally healthy, and involved in his child’s life, the child has a tremendous advantage in the world to navigate its complexities and challenges with joy and confidence. Isn’t that what you want for your child? In this three-part series Dr. Bray shares research, stories, and plans on how to raise a child of courage, character, and conviction. You don’t want to miss this episode if you influence a young person in your life.

Book Recommendation The Intentional Father: A Practical Guide to Raise Sons of Courage and Character by J. Tyson (2021)

QUOTES BY DR. BRAY “Pick and choose what works for you.” “To mark progress into adulthood the adolescent must understand how they act and think compared to adults.” “Small things happen day by day.”

Being a parent is one of the most overlooked yet crucial roles you will ever play in your life. The research couldn’t be more clear on the importance of this role. When a father is present, emotionally healthy, and involved in his child’s life, the child has a tremendous advantage in the world to navigate its complexities and challenges with joy and confidence. Isn’t that what you want for your child? In this three-part series Dr. Bray shares research, stories, and plans on how to raise a child of courage, character, and conviction. You don’t want to miss this episode if you influence a young person in your life.

Book Recommendation The Intentional Father: A Practical Guide to Raise Sons of Courage and Character by J. Tyson (2021)

QUOTES BY DR. BRAY

“Confident, healthy men raise confident and healthy young men and women.”

“Character and wisdom are not developed by accident.”

Being a parent is one of the most overlooked yet crucial roles you will ever play in your life. The research couldn’t be more clear on the importance of this role. When a father is present, emotionally healthy, and involved in his child’s life, the child has a tremendous advantage in the world to navigate its complexities and challenges with joy and confidence. Isn’t that what you want for your child? In this three-part series. Dr. Bray shares research, stories, and plans on how to raise a child of courage, character, and conviction. You don’t want to miss this episode if you influence a young person in your life.

Book Recommendation:

The Intentional Father: A Practical Guide to Raise Sons of Courage and Character by J. Tyson (2021)

QUOTES BY DR. BRAY

“It’s important to be bored, and think.”

“We have to be very careful and intentional about how we raise our children.”

Everyone’s talking about it! The Great Resignation; but that’s not what you should really be worried about. Quiet Quitting is a viral term among young professionals. This week Dr. Bray talks through all the core beliefs of it and how to support a co-worker who is quietly quitting. He also gets to some Q&A in this episode about what’s ruining your life and how to make it better!

QUOTES BY DR. BRAY

“You can have an identity separate from work. I’m a pickleball and tennis player; I’m a father, husband, friend, and service work volunteer!”

“You can have personal and professional boundaries.”

“We need to show employees we care for them as individuals.”

Dr. Bray continues sharing “updated” and “upgraded” career advice during this part 2 podcast on current career advice. We believe that career advice is fatally flawed, especially now. With so many changes occurring, different industries, and new jobs being created, it is practically impossible to provide sound advice to everyone. It has been nearly seven years since I wrote my first book, the USA Today best-seller, Best Job Ever. I’m glad that most of that advice still stands, but I’m upgrading a few thoughts on your career. Don’t miss this career advice you will need for 2023.

*Derek Thompson, Your Career is Just One-Eighth of Your Life.

QUOTES BY DR. BRAY

“Meaning and purpose are first; passion comes later.” “Do the job you want to do every day.”

“Life is moments!”

Career advice is fatally flawed, especially now. With so many changes occurring, different industries, and new jobs being created, it is practically impossible to provide sound advice to everyone. It has been nearly seven years since I wrote my first book, the USA Today best-seller, Best Job Ever. I’m glad that most of that advice still stands, but I’m upgrading a few thoughts on your career. Don’t miss this updated and upgraded career advice you will need for 2023.

*Derek Thompson, Your Career is Just One-Eighth of Your Life.

QUOTES BY DR. BRAY

“Look for jobs at least once a week!”

“Explore then exploit.”