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\"\"What would I tell my younger self?\u00a0 I recently finished Keep Sharp: Build a Better Brain at Any Age <\/em>by Dr. Sanjay Gupta and would emphatically tell my younger self to read this, and live it! I\u2019m certain my youthful self would have promptly elevated this science-driven book to \u201cmust read\u201d status. While there are many important lessons and recommendations in this book, my younger self was always looking for the \u2018take home\u2019 and would focus on Dr. Gupta\u2019s five recommendations for keeping a sharp brain.<\/p>\n

Move.<\/strong> “Exercise, both aerobic and nonaerobic (strength training), is not only good for the body; it’s even better for the brain,” writes Gupta. “The connection between physical fitness and brain fitness is clear, direct, and powerful.”<\/p>\n

Early in my professional career, I prioritized practice-building and other activities over fitness.\u00a0 I suspect I was not alone in this. Research summarized by Dr. Gupta supports the fact that regular exercise does not just allow us to run a 5k or keep up with friends and family in a friendly sport activity.\u00a0 More importantly, it will keep our minds sharp which is essential for staying on top of our mental game in our careers.\u00a0 Dr. Gupta recommends at least 20 minutes of physical exercise at least three times a week.\u00a0 Obviously, more is better.<\/p>\n

I have always been impressed by many endodontic leaders who make \u2018move\u2019 part of their lifestyle, including Drs. Rick Walton, Ken Hargreaves, Marc Balson, Martin Trope and Ashraf Fouad (to name a few), who all have run marathons while maintaining incredibly productive and successful careers.\u00a0 And many of us know about Dr. Lou Rossman, who incorporated \u2018Bootcamps\u2019 into his lifestyle and AAE meeting in his presidential year.\u00a0 I suspect that these endodontists have been so productive because of their commitment to move, vs in spite of it.\u00a0 We can all benefit from their example.<\/p>\n

Discover.<\/strong> Dr. Gupta writes \u201cThere\u2019s power to maintaining a sense of purpose by continuing to learn, discover, and complete complex tasks\u201d.<\/p>\n

I can\u2019t miss this opportunity to make a pitch for all endodontists to become Board certified.\u00a0 As with many things in life, the journey to board certification may be more significant than receiving the pin.\u00a0 It creates drive and habit of life-long learning, continually forcing us to ask not just what<\/em> we should be doing in our practices but why<\/em> we are doing it.\u00a0 Doing this should not only keep us sharp, but ultimately should improve our outcomes and the health of those we are so fortunate to serve.<\/p>\n

Relax.<\/strong> “Relaxing is not solely a physical thing for the body,” writes Gupta. “Your brain needs to chill out, too.” Gupta recommends getting at least seven hours of sleep per night, “the bare minimum if you want to have normal, healthy functioning physiology from your brain on down.”<\/p>\n

I wish I would have focused on sleep earlier in my career.\u00a0 It was all too easy to unwind at the end of the day by watching television.\u00a0 Today\u2019s technology provides more diversions than ever to keep us up late (e.g., social media, YouTube).\u00a0 I would tell my younger self to get in the habit of \u201ctuning out\u201d by turning off devices before bedtime.\u00a0 If there is any doubt about the impact this can have on sleep, I recommend Why We Sleep<\/em> by Matthew Walker.\u00a0 It made me a believer in getting at least seven hours of sleep a night.\u00a0 As the Caribou Coffee pitch goes \u201cLife is short.\u00a0 Stay awake for it.\u201d\u00a0 I would modify this for my younger self to say \u201cLife is short. Get some sleep for it\u201d.\u00a0 You won\u2019t regret it.<\/p>\n

Nourish.<\/strong> Eating for a healthy mind is key to maximizing performance and potentially delaying the onset of age-related mental decline.\u00a0 Gupta recommends the SHARP method: S- slash the sugar. H- hydrate smartly, A- add more omega-3s from natural sources, R- reduce portions, and P- plan meals ahead.<\/p>\n

The food pyramid of my college years was built on three convenient and economical food groups: Ramen Noodles, macaroni and cheese, and Hamburger Helper. Occasionally, iceberg lettuce made an appearance as a pale green vegetable. Initially because of admonishment from my primary care physician, and then because I actually felt better, my nutrition has moved from macaroni and cheese to kale smoothies and more water, fruits and vegetables throughout the day.\u00a0 My hope is that I will eventually overcome the effect of the college era food groups folly and keep my brain sharp for years to come.<\/p>\n

Connect.<\/strong> There has been longstanding research indicating that good relationships contribute to healthier and happier lives. Dr. Gupta writes in his book that relationships can also improve the brain’s plasticity and preserve its cognitive capacity.\u00a0 I was particularly struck by one of his recommendations when I thought about advice to my younger self – associate with people older and younger than you.<\/p>\n

All endodontists early in their careers should have a mentor. I have been fortunate to learn from many mentors over the years, but I wish I had known earlier in my career the profound impact that listening to <\/em>the wisdom and advice of others -whether they be younger, similar in age, or older- can have on one\u2019s perspective, choices, and outcomes.\u00a0 This was certainly true for me as I was pursuing board certification.\u00a0 At first, I was hesitant to get potentially harsh criticism of my cases and my performance on mock oral examinations. After overcoming my initial hesitancy, I realized how impactful it was to have a mentor supporting and challenging me along the way. I encourage everyone pursuing board certification to find one or more mentors. The College of Diplomates is a great resource for finding mentors and mock oral examiners.<\/p>\n

Of course, beyond mentors, I would encourage my younger self to look for opportunities to \u201cconnect\u201d via long-lasting bonds with colleagues, educators and patients that have bettered your life. As I look back on my early career, I\u2018ve realized the value and joy that these connections have brought to my life.<\/p>\n

My last piece of advice also relates to connection, and that is to start \u201cpaying it forward\u201d as early as possible.\u00a0 There are so many ways to do this.\u00a0 Find a way to mentor others through the College of Diplomates, pat-time or full-time education, or just by reaching out to a new endodontist in your community.\u00a0 Connect with others and expand your impact by serving on an AAE committee or in a local, regional, or national leadership role.\u00a0 Donate to our amazing Foundation for Endodontics and support research, education, and outreach in our communities. This last one is good for the brain \u2013 it advances our knowledge and capacity to impact the lives of others \u2013 but also for the soul.<\/p>\n

As we all continually look for the latest advancement, the new and improved, and the next technology for everything, my advice to my younger self is follow Dr. Gupta\u2019s advice and focus on the things (Move, Discover, Relax, Nourish, Connect) that will keep us sharp in the years to come, then use what we have gained to improve the lives of others. I know your brain will benefit, and so will those around you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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