contentment — Blog — Michael J. Zappa, MD, FACEP

By Michael J. Zappa, MD, FACEP

Imagine any advice that could be considered wisdom; whether it seems like common sense or a profound revelation, it is probably not complex. Now think about how long it may be applicable…wisdom actually has no expiration date.

My sisters and I are the abundant beneficiaries of my father’s wisdom, from the sayings that were uniquely his such as “there’s no grass growing under my feet” – reminding us not to idle or move so slowly that seeds of grass had time to sprout, to his personal translations of great historical philosophers.

Personal GrowthMichael J. Zappa, MD, FACEPSeptember 22, 2020leadership, wisdom, philosophy, Socrates, contentment, purpose, advice, personal development

Does Anyone Want To Be Here?

By Dr. Michael J. Zappa, FACEP

What are you doing right now? Does it have your full attention? Is it what you want to be doing? Do you want to be here? Where? Anywhere!

In our fast-paced, high stress environment, too often our focus is on what’s next, as opposed to what’s now. Although planning for the future is an important leadership trait, it creates the risk of being disconnected from the present – even taking the joy out of living.

Personal GrowthMichael J. Zappa, MD, FACEPMay 20, 2020contentment, stress, present, happiness, success