While the U.S. Supreme Court decision on "Obamacare" did not put the issue to rest, it has in many quarters turned the debate around to the importance for everyone to be attuned to his or her health.
This is the latest in a series of items from a contributor who wishes to remain anonymous. His point is that to be successful in the mortgage business, you need to remain healthy.
On to part six; the author's contact information is below:
• Hammer and Nail—You’ve probably heard the old saying, “If you’re a hammer, everything looks like a nail.” In other words, if you go to see an allergist for a nasal congestion, the doctor will treat you for an allergy. If you go see an ear/nose/throat doctor for the same nasal congestion, they’ll recommend surgery to open your nasal passages. If you go see a back doctor, they’ll attribute it to your spine being out of line. Which doctor is right? Doctors sometimes think because you came to see them for their specialty, your issue can be solved with their expertise. (And of course, they get paid if they treat you.) This is why it’s critical to do your own research and find a general doctor who is open to working as a team with you, not just dictating to you what you should do. And if it’s something important to you, get two opinions from doctors in your network. You’d be amazed at how different doctors approach different situations.
And for sure, start with the least invasive. Then go from there.
• The Magic Pill—Each year, there’s some new super anti-oxidant or a supplement that everyone is taking. A few years ago, people were drinking gallons of acai berry to solve whatever ails them.
Did it work? Who’s still drinking it? We’re not saying not to try new stuff. In general, there’s nutritional value to all fruits and vegetable, especially colorful fruits and veggies. But don’t get carried away.
Overuse of foods, even if good for you, will cause problems. Example: Spinach contains very high levels of Vitamin K. Vitamin K is involved in blood clotting. If you eat too much spinach, you could get over-clotting.
Bottom line: Everything in moderation. There’s no magic pill out there.
• Paying for Health Care—You must face the reality that you will have to pay out-of-pocket about $1,000 to $2,000 per year on preventative health care, for things like a gym, yoga, diet, etc.
You think the government is going to take care of you? Set aside some money each month so when you have a health-related expense, you don’t have to choose between a health related expense and your car payment.
I’m convinced that if you follow the ideas on this list, you’ll feel better, inside and out, and be more successful in your business. More next time.
If you need help staying on track with diet, exercise, health, etc., we’re happy to help. Email us at healthybroker@yahoo.com and we’ll help keep you on track.
