Dr. East Phillips

In the last issue of AIM, I discussed the importance of boundaries. In this article, I’d like to go to the other end of an entirely different spectrum and discuss the type of boundaries we place on ourselves that are dangerous. These self-created boundaries often hold us back from reaching our highest potential and experiencing

There are countless anti-aging tools, supplements, modalities and biohacks out there today, many of which are super expensive. However, over the past fifteen years of teaching, lecturing, and practicing within the realms of anti-aging, longevity medicine, peak performance, cosmetic acupuncture/rejuvenation and what I now refer to as “Radiant Aging” I have uncovered five things you

Cold showers, intermittent fasting, running, nootropics, music, surfing, dancing to EDM, high-intensity sports, creative outlets such as painting or starting new companies, kittens, funny movies, having fun with my kids, weekend getaways with my husband, laughing with family and friends, girls’ weekends and Marie Kondo-like organizing the heck out of my office and home. What?

According to one of my favorite thought leaders, Brené Brown, people with strong boundaries are the most compassionate. What do you think of that statement? Does it seem counterintuitive to you? It often seems to me as though many of us lack solid boundaries because we don’t want to disappoint our patients or hurt their

I saw a funny meme recently that got me thinking. At the top it read “Choose Your Fighter” and below this heading sat photos of three women: • Susan: She is gossipy and addicted to wine.• Karen: Summons the manager.• Brenda: Watches Grey’s Anatomy and believes she is a medical expert. It got me thinking:

When I was a little girl, my uncle gave my parents a West Highland Terrier puppy. My uncle was a breeder of these dogs. With his certifications, bloodline, and paperwork, this little guy was worth about $1,000. We named him “Westy” (of course we did – my name is East, my brother’s name is West,