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Stay Strong ~ David Newman

Stay Strong ~ David Newman

Posted on March 29, 2025March 29, 2025 by Dr. Joel Ying, MD

Today, a tribute to David Newman, the singer/songwriter, who passed away much too young in April 2024. David Newman left us with his uplifting music. As a songwriter and singer of sacred chants, he taught countless others to join voices together and sing. I have beautiful memories of listening to him sing live in intimate …Read More

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Changed for Good ~ feat. Wicked

Changed for Good ~ feat. Wicked

Posted on January 21, 2025January 20, 2025 by Dr. Joel Ying, MD

I’ve heard it said,That people come into our lives for a reasonBringing something we must learn. And we are led to thoseWho help us most to grow if we let them.And we help them in return. Well, I don’t know if I believe that’s trueBut I know I’m who I am todayBecause I knew you. …Read More

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Story: More Than a Box ~ Dr. Joel Ying

Story: More Than a Box ~ Dr. Joel Ying

Posted on July 31, 2024July 31, 2024 by Dr. Joel Ying, MD

In the Fall of 2020, walking onto campus again after isolation during a pandemic, I had a smile on my face. The day was beautiful, sunny but cool, which is rare in South Florida in August. I was happy to be back teaching storytelling in person and back in the classroom. I walked by a …Read More

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There is a balm in Gilead

There is a balm in Gilead

Posted on June 27, 2024June 28, 2024 by Dr. Joel Ying, MD

“There is a balm in Gilead to make the wounded whole.There is a balm in Gilead to Heal the sin-sick soul…” In the ancient biblical city of Gilead, there was a healing salve that was said to cure anything. This balm has faded into myth and legend, and today the term “Balm of Gilead” has …Read More

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Ninth Night ~ Texas Storytelling Festival

Ninth Night ~ Texas Storytelling Festival

Posted on April 30, 2024April 30, 2024 by Dr. Joel Ying, MD

I had the honor of telling a story in the regional showcase of the Texas Storytelling Festival on March 8, 2024. The community of Denton, Texas, (just outside of Dallas) hosts this 4-day event with performances, workshops, and other community events. If you are looking to experience a well-organized storytelling event, put it on your …Read More

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How Great Thou Art!

How Great Thou Art!

Posted on April 29, 2024April 30, 2024 by Dr. Joel Ying, MD

My grandmother passed away over 10 years ago, and I wonder at the memory that is beginning to fade. We have family photos. My uncle has recordings somewhere on an old video camera. I’ve crafted stories about her, and I can see her face every time that I describe her. There is a deep connection …Read More

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Pig Butchering Scams

Pig Butchering Scams

Posted on March 27, 2024April 2, 2024 by Dr. Joel Ying, MD

It is a well-known fact that you should “fatten the pig” before slaughter. If you raise livestock, you need to feed the livestock (and feed them well) if you intend to harvest them for meat. If this offends your sensibilities, you might want to think twice about eating bacon. The facts behind how food gets …Read More

Posted in Education, Video
Can you learn to be happy?

Can you learn to be happy?

Posted on February 22, 2023March 5, 2023 by Dr. Joel Ying, MD

Arthur Brooks teaches a course on happiness at the Harvard Business School. He teaches how to be happy and how to make those around you happy. Why would happiness be important in business? “According to the best research available (which we will read in this class), to be a successful leader, you need to understand …Read More

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This Is Going to Hurt ~ Adam Kay

This Is Going to Hurt ~ Adam Kay

Posted on August 27, 2022August 26, 2022 by Dr. Joel Ying, MD

The double doors burst open breaking the anticipatory silence. The ambulance had called ahead. The paramedics rushed the gurney into the emergency room bay. One person was on the gurney doing chest compressions. One of the other voices yelled, “62-year-old African American female found unresponsive…” As the medical student, I had been prepped by my …Read More

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How to Get Your Brain to Focus ~ Chris Bailey

How to Get Your Brain to Focus ~ Chris Bailey

Posted on July 23, 2022 by Dr. Joel Ying, MD

I’m resting on the recliner. Without realizing it, I pick up the phone. Unlock the screen and click on the email app. It’s almost as if some entity had taken over my body. I know there’s no new email or text. The phone has no alerts, but something inside of me is searching. If I …Read More

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