Mind Medicine

This is a personal story sharing the ONE thing that transformed a "broken" adolescent. Our MINDSET is the ONE thing that directs our destination on this ODYSSEY we call life! From our personal and professional choices made, to the relationships we choose, to our overall outlook on life, it all comes down to MINDSET. It should be no surprise that this message is nothing new. From Marcus Aurelius to modern day motivational speakers all agree that it is MINDSET that determines our destination: fear/frustration or success/satisfaction. This book represents the research of a physician as he sought a remedy to his own struggles with depression and anxiety. As a comprehensive review from antiquity to modern day, Dr Chapa provides an easy to read timeline of the core concepts regarding the power of our mindset in our navigating through life. From King Solomon to present day thinkers, this book is a one-stop shop for all things to get your mindset correct!Additionally, as a physician by training, Dr Chapa incorporates information regarding how our mindset not only affects our mental and emotional health but our physical health as well. He ends his book with practical strategies for every day use to keep our mindset-our Mind Medicine- in proper function.

Hector Chapa, M.D. is a nationally and internationally recognized speaker and published author in the field of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He is a Board Certified ObGyn and currently is Clinical Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Texas A&M University College of Medicine. At the age of 13, the death of his father triggered a cascade of personal and family turmoil. Dr. Chapa has zeal for sharing his story and lessons learned on overcoming life's challenges, disappointments, and struggles with a focus on one's mindset. He has been an invited speaker in 13 countries due to his unique teaching style and passion for education and personal development. In 2019, he received the Arnold P. Gold Foundation Humanism faculty award for his dedication and passion for medical education and professional development. Dr. Chapa has been married to his wife, Lisa, for 20 years, and they have 3 children (Elias, Trinity, and Lexi).