The Staying Young Show
Show Topic: “The Psychology of Good Health with Ronald Smith”
Co-Hosts: Judy Gaman, Mark Anderson
Guest: Professor Ronald Smith
Segment 1:
An important part of taking ownership of your own health is to stop playing the victim card. (open discussion) How psychology affects your healthDOC SHOCK
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Coming up, our special guest Ronald Smith.
Segment 2:
Today’s focus is on taking ownership on your own health. Our special guest, Ronald Smith will be joining us shortly.
Immortal minute
Ron is an experienced sociology professor with a demonstrated history of working in the higher education industry. He is skilled in student development, research, and adult education. He was recently a political analyst on mid-term election night for ABC affiliate KAVU-TV in Victoria, TX.
-It seems like we are taught from an early age to either rise above challenges or stay a victim. Do you think family life can play a role in this?
-How can playing the “blame game” or “poor me” card become dangerous?
-Do you believe that social media can exacerbate the victim mentality mindset?
Segment 3:
We have Professor Ronald Smith on our show today discussing the psychology of good health and wellness.
-What are some ways our listeners can break free from a victim mentality mindset?
-Tell us about a time you faced major challenges and circumstances. What was the key to your success?
In 2013, I was homeless sleeping out of my truck. I was looking for full-time work as a college professor working multiple jobs part-time with little income. It was a low point in my life. However, I continued to stay positive although I felt miserable mostly and my circumstances started to change.
I eventually moved back into an apartment and shortly after I received a full-time teaching job in upstate New York, which I ultimately parlayed into a full-time teaching job back home in Texas closer to family.
So, in a few years I went from basically being homeless to having a full-time professor job, being on television as a political commentator and doing a radio show with prominent figures. If I would have wallowed in my misfortunes and maintained a (victim mentality) then perhaps I wouldn’t have had the motivation to continue through with reaching my goals.
Segment 4:
Medical Mania Trivia – Chris
What color is blood before it hits the surface? A. Red B. Green C. Blue D. Orange (A: A. Red, it is only blue when there is a lack of oxygen) True or false. The hip is a ball and socket joint. (A: True) White blood cells help to fight off _________. (A: Infections) The top layer of the skin is also known as the what? A. Endodermis B. Epidermis C. Dermatitis D. Dermatoga (A: B. Epidermis) True or false. You do not burn calories while you sleep. (A: False)DEMENTIA DEFENDER
LAST WEEKS RIDDLE WAS: You are awoken to the sound of your doorbell at 7:00am. It’s your parents showing up for an early breakfast. You have milk, jam, eggs, and butter in your fridge. What do you open first? Answer: The door
This week’s riddle: What five letter word becomes shorter when you add two letters to it?
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