Mind Games: Countering Passive-Aggressiveness
Maintaining honest communication and maneuvering conflict is never easy, so sometimes people may resort to passive-aggressive behaviors to get a point across. Passive aggression is finding a way of expressing negative feelings or concerns, such as frustration or annoyance, in an indirect way. Passive aggression can be difficult to classify and has the potential to corrode personal and working relationships.
Faces of Life U- Srdjan Popovich
Srdjan Popovich’s hometown of Belegrade. Serbia is something of a hub connecting much of the eastern and western world together. Perhaps beckoned by a sense of adventure and continuing that tradition of cultural exchange, Popovich sought to take his athletic talents in basketball to propel him into a collegiate career in America.
Preparing for and riding out the storms- Featuring Dr. Sebastian Bonnin- Thriving Chiros Podcast
Dr. Sebastian Bonnin- Life U alumnus and multi-location chiropractic practice owner, faced life-changing setbacks in 2017 when Hurricane Maria devastated Puerto Rico. How can a chiropractor and a once thriving business start over again to help their community heal and bounce back? Dr. Bonnin gets real and tactical about survival mode in moments of crisis and how to create a sense of normalcy when it is in short supply.
Chiropractic Care vs. Physical Therapy Comparison
There is a fair degree of overlap between the intentions and effectiveness of chiropractic care and physical therapy. It isn’t uncommon for people with an interest in studying physical therapy to develop a passion for Chiropractic, for example. But it begs the question, what really is the difference, and when should one discipline or the other be utilized?
Reevaluating Helping Through Healthcare with Damontae Dewitt-podcast
Damontae Dewitt is a D.C student at Life U that has gone through a number of mental shifts to get to the realization that he wanted to become a chiropractor. In fact, he originally studied to be a dentist! Now he brings smiles in a whole new way.
Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy and Influence Over Diversity in Higher Education
The improving and growing legacy of diversity and inclusion efforts on college campuses is forever intertwined with the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. On January 20 every year, we honor all the countless ways that the tireless efforts of this civil rights hero and his compatriots inspire us to accept and embrace our fellow man with kindness and intention. Let’s remember some of the examples in which the torch has been picked up across centers of higher learning to help inform our own efforts here at Life U.
Faces of Life U: Dr. Curtis Criswell
Ohio born and raised, Dr. Curtis Criswell exhibited a fair amount of bravery and admirable faith when he decided to embark on an entirely new career path in an entirely different part of the country. Until his July 2020 dual enrollment at Life University (Life U) to work toward his undergraduate and D.C. degrees, Dr. Criswell had dedicated his professional endeavors to marketing, manufacturing and real estate. The path that led him to the chiropractic profession is a somewhat familiar one, echoed across many stories from future and alumni Life U chiropractors.
Life on a Volley with Coach Timothy Walker
Coach Timothy Walker is the proud coach of Life U Women’s Volleyball. Catch up with us as we talk sports, student athletics and empowering young adults to succeed.
Counteracting Ageism and Generational Distrust
Traditionally, ageism is viewed as discrimination toward older people through the lens of harmful stereotypes, yet discrimination based on age unfortunately has no defined minimum or maximum threshold.
Healthy Twists on Southern Cooking
Life University’s scenic 110-acre campus is situated in Marietta, Georgia, just around the corner from Atlanta. Needless to say, many of us grew up with southern comfort food as part of our culture and our plates. Fried chicken, mashed potatoes, green bean casseroles and so many more familiar dishes are a staple at community potlucks. Yet, it isn’t a secret that the southerner’s diet plan isn’t exactly the healthiest or most sustainable on a regular basis. How can we enjoy our time-honored favorites while also keeping nutrition and health in mind?
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