Visionary physicians Dr. Alona Pulde and Dr. Matthew Lederman are the driving force behind Forks Over Knives, authors of the new book "Make Life Wonderful," and founders of WeHeal. In this rich conversation, we dive into the nine pillars of health and wellness outlined in their book and how focusing on these pillars can not only prevent but also reverse chronic diseases.

Dr. Pulde and Dr. Lederman share insights, practical advice, and the motivation to better understand our own health journey. We discussed the importance of self-connection, understanding emotions, and effective communication as foundational elements for improving overall health. So, what does it mean to truly connect with yourself and transform your health? Tune in to this enlightening episode and find out!

Here are Dr. Alona and Dr. Matthew’s key takeaways:

• The Nonviolent Communication (NVC) framework and its significance in recognizing feelings and needs 
• Key pillars that directly relate to the management and prevention of chronic diseases 
• The limitations of saying "I have to" and the liberation in shifting to "I choose to" 
• Harnessing the power of small changes in our daily lives to achieve long-lasting results 
• Unraveling the meaning of spirituality and our individual quests for deeper self-awareness and connection 
• Identifying the pillars that resonate most with us and building practical strategies around them
• The paramount importance of safety in navigating our physical, emotional, and mental well-being

Links 

• Learn more about private physicians and coaching at WeHeal
• Sign up for my weekly newsletter!
• Dive into non-violent communication in this past episode with Oren Jay Sofer

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