the unexpected benefits of life's curveballs | dr. norman rosenthal

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This presentation consists of 10 highlights from the interview with Moe Abdou,

founder & host of 33voices®.

Dr. Norman RosenthalDr. Norman Rosental was born in Johannesburg, South Africa, and attended the University of the Witwa-tersrand, where he obtained his medical degree with high honors. He moved to the United States and was resident and chief resident at Columbia Presbyterian Hospital and the New York Psychiatric Institute. He conducted research at the National Institute of Mental Health for over 20 years. It was there that he led the team that described Seasonal Affective Disorder and pioneered the use of light therapy to treat it.

Dr. Rosenthal has maintained a private practice in the Washington, DC Metropolitan area for over thirty years, where he treats a wide variety of psychiatric problems using many forms of therapy. Dr. Rosenthal was award-ed the prestigious Anna Monika Foundation Research prize for his contribution to research in treating depres-sion. He has been listed as one of the Best Doctors in America and as one of this country’s top psychiatrists.

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1

Though you might think you know yourself, understand that you are constantly changing.

Make it a lifelong journey to “know thyself.”

2

If you understand the subtle tricks you play with yourself,

it can steer you like a good sailor avoiding hazards of the sea.

3

Manners exist to make others feel comfortable.

When you sense someone is feeling anxious, pick them up with politeness.

4

No one seeks adversity -

it seeks you.When it finds you, it’s best to have a general game plan.

5

As Joseph Cambell said, “follow your bliss.”It’s wise advice because you’ll be more successful at what gives you bliss.

6

Make it a habit to consciously work on stabilizing your physiology.

Eat well, sleep well, smile more!

7

No one’s brain works perfectly.Accept your quirks like mood issues or short attention spans

and learn to work around them.

8

As a manager, your first priority is to understand human capital.

Learn to deal with the emotions of envy and others

and you’ll notice engagement soar.

9

Have a problem with a coworker or employee?

Take them to lunch or simply talk to them.Acknowledge their good work and put matters on the table, when necessary.

10

Evidence shows that complexity and other viewpoints

lead you to a more accurate assessment of things

than you can have yourself.

Open your mind!

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