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Back in the eighties, INXS was a pretty cool band, right in the middle of the MTV explosion; they were right on target, maybe too much so: “Don’t change for you, don’t change a thing for me…” This band’s moniker, looking back, seems to identify the theme of the present also. Maybe the timing of their success can be looked at as a turning point, or maybe a tipping point in the success of the conscious-less profits of over portioning.
These days, many of us spend a staggering amount of time gathered in front of screens – whether it’s the TV, computer, cell phone or iPad – instead of spending quality time with one another, outside or reading a book. As you can imagine, the amount of time spent in front of a screen instead of making healthier choices like exercising or simply spending time with loved ones can take a toll on all of us.
I got into a fight with my friend the other night at dinner. Here we were at a beautiful French restaurant, one moment catching up on life and the next in a heated debate. The topic: Dr. Oz. Okay, more importantly, the topic was the fine line between preventative medicine and entertainment. Before Oz, preventative medicine and entertainment were worlds apart. My friend sees nothing wrong with people watching, devoting and dedicating their health to personalities like Dr. Oz. It may not surprise you that I do.
What New (School) Year resolutions are you making this year? I know that you have them…we all do. September means crisp new notebooks, pencils with perfect points and all the promise of a school year that is organized, productive and dare I say…healthy?