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The Impact of Optimism on Men’s Health: Scott D Miller MD MBA
The science is clear—an optimistic attitude will lead to a whole host of health benefits, including better cardiovascular health, lower risk of stroke, easier weight control, a stronger immune system, healthier blood pressure, improved blood sugar levels, better exercise tolerance, enhanced sexual performance and lower incidence of depression and anxiety disorders.
Although we cannot always control the events around us, we can control the way we react. So, how do we change our outlook? Like any worthwhile endeavour, practice and commitment are essential.
Here are some helpful tips:
- Be prepared—Have a plan in place for when you’re faced with challenges.
- Identify—Recognize negative triggers, particularly those that recur regularly.
- Create perspective—Isolate negative events so that they don’t define your day.
- Avoid avoidance—Take action to mitigate unpleasant tasks rather than hoping that they resolve on their own.
- Validate your feelings—It’s ok to react negatively to stress. Understanding these feelings is the first step to modifying your response the next time.
- Try to smile more—The mere act of smiling can make you feel better.
- Make a “good thought” list
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I am helping a lot of people right now.
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This is a great learning opportunity.
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Actually, I’m really good at this.
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I can do anything for two hours.
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Not many people have this cool of a job.
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Boy, I’m going to sleep well tonight!
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I feel needed.
- I have a kind heart.
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The primitive part of our brain—the brainstem—is motivated by seeking pleasure and avoiding pain. By consciously managing our feelings, we can improve our resiliency, mental health and physical well-being.
Scott D. Miller, MD practises in the field of laparoscopic and robotic urologic surgeries. Using cutting-edge techniques such as minimally-invasive surgery, he treats prostate cancer, kidney cancer, bladder cancer, and testicular cancer, and performs hundreds of prostatectomy and nephrectomy procedures annually.
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