Positive Vibes: On the Sunny Side with Yasmine S. Ali, MD

In need of immediate stress relief? It can begin with something as simple as your next breath. In a time when so many people are carrying more stress than usual, it can be difficult to know where to begin. The good news is that meaningful relief doesn’t always require a major change; sometimes, it starts with something as simple as your next breath. In this short solo episode, Dr. Yasmine S. Ali shares two guided deep-breathing techniques designed to bring an immediate sense of calm and centeredness. These practices are simple, accessible, and can be done anywhere, whether you’re in the middle of a busy day or just need a quiet, quick reset. As a cardiologist, Dr. Ali has seen how quickly the body responds to intentional breathing. With just three deep breaths, you may begin to feel a shift—less tension, more clarity, and a gentle return to center. Sign up for the Positive Vibes e-magazine and newsletter and get a free e-book on Positive Living! Visit https://www.YasmineAliMD.com   More Links & Resources: Support the Positive Vibes podcast: https://BuyMeaCoffee.com/onthesunnyside Visit Dr. Ali’s online bookstore and get an autographed copy of Walk through Fire or The View from the Cliffs! Available at https://www.LastSkyWriting.com.   About Yasmine S. Ali, MD: Known as "The Positive Cardiologist," Dr. Ali is an internationally recognized preventive cardiologist and bestselling author of both nonfiction and fiction. She focuses on the science of happiness and the importance of optimism for health and longevity. She is an award-winning speaker and is the creator of the ORCHID Model for Positive Living (TM). Her work unites science, storytelling, and optimism. She brings nearly three decades of medical experience to her teaching and writing, along with a lifelong devotion to creativity and the pursuit of optimum health. Yasmine S. Ali is also the bestselling author of Walk through Fire: The Train Disaster that Changed America and The View from the Cliffs: A Novel. Find her books at her online bookstore, https://LastSkyWriting.com   The material contained in this podcast is for informational/educational purposes only, and does not constitute medical advice.  

Have you ever wondered how to build a life—and career—that you absolutely love? Larry Zetterlind spent a lifetime doing what he loved. He began flying at age 12, soloed on his 16th birthday, and built a decades-long career as a pilot, from the U.S. Air Force to corporate aviation, eventually serving as a chief pilot for over 20 years. Along the way, he saw the country—and the world—from a perspective few people ever experience. In this conversation, Larry reflects on that life in full: how an early fascination became a profession, what it means to truly enjoy your work, and how curiosity—about airplanes, trains, weather, and the world itself—can shape a life. We also talk about: What it was like to fly in the early days of modern aviation The difference between corporate flying and commercial airlines Memorable moments from the cockpit, including storms, long-distance flights, and unexpected discoveries His lifelong interest in trains and model railroading, and how we connected over my book, Walk through Fire: The Train Disaster that Changed America The role of family, friendship, and perspective in a life well lived Toward the end, Larry shares a deeply personal poem written by his daughter—one of the most meaningful reflections on a life in motion, and the idea of “home,” that you’ll hear. This episode is ultimately about something simple and rare: finding work you love, staying curious, and building a life that feels like your own. Sign up for the Positive Vibes e-magazine and newsletter and get a free e-book on Positive Living! Visit https://www.YasmineAliMD.com Links & Resources: Kinzua Bridge State Park: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dcnr/recreation/where-to-go/state-parks/find-a-park/kinzua-bridge-state-park Purchase Walk through Fire: The Train Disaster that Changed America (unsigned copy): https://lastskywriting.com/products/walk-through-fire-the-train-disaster-that-changed-america-unsigned-copy Autographed copy of Walk through Fire: https://lastskywriting.com/products/autographed-copy-of-walk-through-fire-the-train-disaster-that-changed-america Links to Episode 1 (about the Waverly Train Disaster) on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YbXASWOgSc&t=3s and audio-only: https://www.positivevibessunnyside.com/e/waverly-train-disaster/   Support the Positive Vibes podcast: https://BuyMeaCoffee.com/onthesunnyside   Visit Dr. Ali’s online bookstore and get an autographed copy of Walk through Fire or The View from the Cliffs! Available at https://www.LastSkyWriting.com.   About Yasmine S. Ali, MD: Known as "The Positive Cardiologist," Dr. Ali is an internationally recognized preventive cardiologist and bestselling author of both nonfiction and fiction. She focuses on the science of happiness and the importance of optimism for health and longevity. She is an award-winning speaker and is the creator of the ORCHID Model for Positive Living (TM). Her work unites science, storytelling, and optimism. She brings nearly three decades of medical experience to her teaching and writing, along with a lifelong devotion to creativity and the pursuit of optimum health. Yasmine S. Ali is also the bestselling author of Walk through Fire: The Train Disaster that Changed America and The View from the Cliffs: A Novel. Find her books at her online bookstore, https://LastSkyWriting.com   The material contained in this podcast is for informational/educational purposes only, and does not constitute medical advice.  

St. Patrick’s Day special: Dr. Yasmine S. Ali reads an excerpt from her internationally acclaimed, bestselling novel, The View from the Cliffs, set along Ireland’s western coast. In these chapters, Ranya, Gabriel, and Rasheed travel through County Kerry—from the stark beauty of the Skellig Islands to a small village shop, and on to the quiet roadside where Michael Collins was killed during the Irish Civil War. What begins as a shared journey through an extraordinary landscape gradually reveals something more: the subtle tensions of love and loyalty, the weight of history, and the power of place. This episode offers a glimpse into a story shaped by place, memory, and the competing narratives—personal and historical—that define who we are. The View from the Cliffs is available here in full-color print and e-book [listen to the podcast for the 20% discount code!]: https://LastSkyWriting.com Audiobook coming soon! Sign up for the Positive Vibes newsletter to be notified first. Visit https://www.YasmineAliMD.com Show links: Purchase The View from the Cliffs full-color print edition: https://lastskywriting.com/products/the-view-from-the-cliffs The View from the Cliffs e-book: https://lastskywriting.com/products/the-view-from-the-cliffs-e-book Autographed copy of The View from the Cliffs: https://lastskywriting.com/products/autographed-copy-view-from-the-cliffs Purchase Walk through Fire: The Train Disaster that Changed America (unsigned copy): https://lastskywriting.com/products/walk-through-fire-the-train-disaster-that-changed-america-unsigned-copy Autographed copy of Walk through Fire: https://lastskywriting.com/products/autographed-copy-of-walk-through-fire-the-train-disaster-that-changed-america Support the Positive Vibes podcast: https://BuyMeaCoffee.com/onthesunnyside Links to Episode 1 (about the Waverly Train Disaster) on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YbXASWOgSc&t=3s and audio-only: https://www.positivevibessunnyside.com/e/waverly-train-disaster/   Visit Dr. Ali’s online bookstore and get an autographed copy of Walk through Fire or The View from the Cliffs! Available at https://www.LastSkyWriting.com.   About Yasmine S. Ali, MD: Known as "The Positive Cardiologist," Dr. Ali is an internationally recognized preventive cardiologist and bestselling author of both nonfiction and fiction. She focuses on the science of happiness and the importance of optimism for health and longevity. She is an award-winning speaker and is the creator of the ORCHID Model for Positive Living (TM). Her work unites science, storytelling, and optimism. She brings nearly three decades of medical experience to her teaching and writing, along with a lifelong devotion to creativity and the pursuit of optimum health. Yasmine S. Ali is also the bestselling author of Walk through Fire: The Train Disaster that Changed America and The View from the Cliffs: A Novel. Find her books at her online bookstore, https://LastSkyWriting.com  

What does it really take to pursue a creative path—and build a life around it—without losing your energy, your purpose, or your belief in what you’re doing? In this episode of Positive Vibes: On the Sunny Side, Dr. Yasmine S. Ali explores the idea of creative courage with independent film producer Daren Smith. Whether or not you’re in the film industry, this conversation offers a powerful look at what it means to: Discover and commit to your true path Build something meaningful from the ground up Stay energized and resilient in the face of uncertainty Create work that genuinely impacts others Daren shares the story behind his upcoming film Brotherhood, how he found his way into film production, how independent films are financed, and the mindset that allows him to sustain such a demanding and purpose-driven career. This episode is part of the Positive Vibes approach to living with greater meaning, creativity, and vitality—key elements of Dr. Ali's ORCHID Model for Positive Living. Daren Smith is founder of Craftsman Films and managing partner of Producer Fund I. He is also an author; his latest book is Blockbuster: How Independent Creators Can Build Massively Profitable Businesses. Daren is dedicated to financing and creating independent films that deeply resonate with audiences and have the power to change people for good. Learn more about his upcoming film, Brotherhood: A Cinematic Musical, at: https://www.brotherhoodmovie.com/ Watch this podcast episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/t15XwfWqVfY?si=F3bsTyZYFYxhUqYj This episode is for you if you’re looking to build a more meaningful, creative, and energized life. And if you'd like to go deeper . . . Sign up for the Positive Vibes e-magazine and newsletter and get a free e-book on Positive Living! Visit https://www.YasmineAliMD.com Show links: Support the Positive Vibes podcast: https://BuyMeaCoffee.com/onthesunnyside   Connect with Daren on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darentsmith/ Craftsman Films: https://www.craftsmanfilms.co/ Producer Fund I: https://www.craftsmanfilms.co/fund/ Learn more about the film, Brotherhood: https://www.brotherhoodmovie.com/ Cal Newport’s book, So Good They Can’t Ignore You: https://bookshop.org/a/447/9781455509126 And discover Bookshop.org! The only online bookseller where every purchase supports local bookstores. Enjoy 20% off your first order! https://refer.bookshop.org/yasminesali   Visit Dr. Ali’s online bookstore and get an autographed copy of Walk through Fire or The View from the Cliffs! Available at https://www.LastSkyWriting.com. Dr. Ali’s website and blog—subscribe for free to the Positive Vibes e-magazine on the home page and get a free e-book! https://www.YasmineAliMD.com     About Yasmine S. Ali, MD: Known as "The Positive Cardiologist," Dr. Ali is an internationally recognized preventive cardiologist and bestselling author of both nonfiction and fiction. She focuses on the science of happiness and the importance of optimism for health and longevity. She is an award-winning speaker and is the creator of the ORCHID Model for Positive Living (TM). Her work unites science, storytelling, and optimism. She brings nearly three decades of medical experience to her teaching and writing, along with a lifelong devotion to creativity and the pursuit of optimum health.   The information contained in this podcast is for educational and informational or entertainment purposes only, and does not in any way constitute medical advice.  

Dr. Ali talks with Kathy Bingham Turner and Leon Alligood, co-authors of the new book, Boss Brooks: A True Story of Fraud, Family, and Forgiveness from Tennessee to Texas. Purchase the book: https://bookshop.org/a/447/9798895270363 Sign up for the Positive Vibes e-magazine and newsletter and get a free e-book on Positive Living! Visit https://www.YasmineAliMD.com Show links: Purchase Boss Brooks book: https://bookshop.org/a/447/9798895270363 Visit the Boss Brooks website: https://bossbrooks.com/ Support the Positive Vibes podcast: https://BuyMeaCoffee.com/onthesunnyside Links to Episode 1 (about the Waverly Train Disaster) on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YbXASWOgSc&t=3s and audio-only: https://www.positivevibessunnyside.com/e/waverly-train-disaster/   Visit Dr. Ali’s online bookstore and get an autographed copy of Walk through Fire! Available at https://www.LastSkyWriting.com.   About Yasmine S. Ali, MD: Known as "The Positive Cardiologist," Dr. Ali is an internationally recognized preventive cardiologist and bestselling author of both nonfiction and fiction. She focuses on the science of happiness and the importance of optimism for health and longevity. She is an award-winning speaker and is the creator of the ORCHID Model for Positive Living (TM). Her work unites science, storytelling, and optimism. She brings nearly three decades of medical experience to her teaching and writing, along with a lifelong devotion to creativity and the pursuit of optimum health.

Dr. Ali talks with veterinarian Dr. Marc Smith about his career path and his unique and holistic approach to veterinary medicine. They discuss some of the biggest decisions facing pet owners (including the question of spay/neuter for large-breed dogs), and how to keep your pet as healthy as possible. Marc Smith, DVM, is the owner of Natchez Trace Veterinary Services in Nashville, TN, and the co-founder of PET TAO Holistic Pet Products. “Remember that dogs and cats are very resilient and they’re great masters of their own health.” –Marc Smith, DVM Sign up for the Positive Vibes e-magazine and newsletter and get a free e-book on Positive Living! Visit www.YasmineAliMD.com Show links: Dr. Marc Smith and Natchez Trace Veterinary Services: https://franklintnvet.com/ PET | TAO Holistic Pet Products: https://pettao.com/marc-smith-dvm/ Dr. Smith’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MarcSmithveterinarian AKC article on updated spay-neuter guidelines for different dog breeds: https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/study-updates-spay-neuter-guidelines/ Dr. Ali's article on how our dogs help our hearts: https://yasminealimd.com/how-dogs-help-our-hearts/ Support the Positive Vibes podcast: https://BuyMeaCoffee.com/onthesunnyside Links to Episode 1 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YbXASWOgSc&t=3s and audio-only: https://www.positivevibessunnyside.com/e/waverly-train-disaster/   Visit Dr. Ali’s online bookstore and get an autographed copy of Walk through Fire! Available at https://www.LastSkyWriting.com.

Optimists are healthier and live longer than pessimists. Why is that, and how can you become more optimistic in a way that genuinely improves your health and well-being? In this episode, preventive cardiologist and bestselling author Dr. Yasmine S. Ali—known as The Positive Cardiologist—shares scientific evidence on the power of optimism to transform health and quality of life, along with her top 5 tips for becoming a more positive, optimistic person. As a New Year reset, she revisits the first pillar of her ORCHID Model for Positive Living™, offering practical, evidence-based strategies to help you cultivate a more positive, resilient mindset in the year ahead. From Dr. Ali: “To begin the new year—and because the Positive Vibes audience continues to grow—I’m revisiting one of the most foundational episodes of the podcast: Episode 4, 'The Power of Optimism to Transform Your Health and Your Life.' If you missed it the first time, or if you’d like a science-based reset as you think about the year ahead, this replay brings you back to the heart of what Positive Vibes is all about.” Sign up for the Positive Vibes e-magazine and newsletter and get a free e-book on Positive Living! Visit www.YasmineAliMD.com Show links: Support Positive Vibes: https://BuyMeaCoffee.com/onthesunnyside Article referenced in this episode: “The New Science of Optimism and Longevity” (The MIT Press Reader) : https://thereader.mitpress.mit.edu/the-new-science-of-optimism-and-longevity Seth Godin’s blog post on doom scrolling: https://seths.blog/2020/07/doom-scrolling/ Richard Leider’s The Power of Purpose https://LastSkyWriting.com (purchase Walk through Fire and other books by Dr. Ali) Dr. Ali’s home page: https://YasmineAliMD.com (sign up for the Positive Vibes newsletter and get a free e-book) Watch the webinar for this episode on the Positive Vibes YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EYToat6rWVA&t=1144s    

Dr. Yasmine S. Ali shares her Positive Vibes roundup for the end of the year (2025): book recommendations for self-improvement, happiness, health, positivity, and creativity; as well as Dylan Crowell’s Christmas letter and a special musical ending.  Featured books include Dr. Sanjay Gupta’s It Doesn’t Have to Hurt: Your Smart Guide to a Pain-Free Life, Colleen M. Story’s Escape the Writer’s Web, Cal Newport’s Deep Work, Thich Nhat Hanh’s Touching Peace, Dick Van Dyke’s 100 Rules for Living to 100, and Yasmine S. Ali’s The View from the Cliffs and Walk through Fire: The Train Disaster that Changed America. Dr. Ali’s online bookstore with all of her books and merchandise: https://LastSkyWriting.com If you’d like to send Dylan some stamps, or become one of his pen pals—he always loves it when people write to him; he will write you back promptly!—you can send those to the following address: Dylan Crowell  P.O. Box 517 Burns, TN 37029   Show links: Get your free Positive Vibes e-book: https://yasmine-ali-author.beehiiv.com/ Support the Positive Vibes podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/onthesunnyside Dr. Ali’s personal website: https://YasmineAliMD.com Dr. Ali’s online bookstore with all of her books and merchandise: https://LastSkyWriting.com It Doesn’t Have to Hurt, by Dr. Sanjay Gupta: https://bookshop.org/a/447/9781668014479 Collen M. Story’s book, Escape the Writer’s Web: https://bookshop.org/a/447/9798992617245 Deep Work, by Cal Newport: https://bookshop.org/a/447/9781455586691 Touching Peace, by Thich Nhat Hanh: https://bookshop.org/a/447/9781941529393 100 Rules for Living to 100, by Dick Van Dyke: https://bookshop.org/a/447/9781538777909 The View from the Cliffs, by Yasmine S. Ali: https://lastskywriting.com/products/the-view-from-the-cliffs Walk through Fire: The Train Disaster that Changed America, by Yasmine S. Ali: https://lastskywriting.com/products/autographed-copy-of-walk-through-fire-the-train-disaster-that-changed-america Positive Vibes podcast Ep. 1: The Waverly Train Disaster and the Origins of Positive Vibes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YbXASWOgSc Positive Vibes podcast Ep. 7: The Pen Pals Project (Interview with Dylan Crowell) Positive Vibes podcast Ep. 8: Follow Your Bliss and Doors Will Open (Interview w/Sarah Samaan)   About Yasmine S. Ali, MD: Known as "The Positive Cardiologist," Dr. Ali is an internationally recognized preventive cardiologist and bestselling author of both nonfiction and fiction. She focuses on the science of happiness and the importance of optimism for health and longevity. She is an award-winning speaker and is the creator of the ORCHID Model for Positive Living (TM). Her work unites science, storytelling, and optimism. She brings nearly three decades of medical experience to her teaching and writing, along with a lifelong devotion to creativity and the pursuit of optimum health.

Dr. Ali talks with Natalie Nixon, PhD, about her latest book, Move. Think. Rest.: Redefining Productivity & Our Relationship with Time. They discuss the importance of creativity to productivity, how to unlock creativity, and how to shift our mindset on the meaning of productivity. They also discuss the critical importance of both movement and rest for whole-body, whole-mind well-being, physical and mental health, and resilience. Purchase Natalie’s book: https://bookshop.org/a/447/9780306835582 Get Dr. Ali’s free e-book on positive living when you subscribe for free to the Positive Vibes e-magazine and newsletter: https://yasmine-ali-author.beehiiv.com/ or www.YasmineAliMD.com   Find all of Yasmine S. Ali’s books and merchandise at https://LastSkyWriting.com   Show links: Get the free Positive Vibes e-magazine and e-book: https://yasmine-ali-author.beehiiv.com/ Dr. Ali’s website: www.YasmineAliMD.com (https://yasminealimd.com) Support Positive Vibes: https://buymeacoffee.com/onthesunnyside Purchase Natalie’s book, Move. Think. Rest. : https://bookshop.org/a/447/9780306835582 Find all of Dr. Ali’s books and merchandise at: https://LastSkyWriting.com Seth Godin’s blog: https://seths.blog/  

In this season of Thanksgiving, Dr. Ali reflects on the power of gratitude to transform your health and your life--and gives several tips on how you can begin your own practice of gratitude today.   Positive Vibes playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5boVIqICuLcRHnIWjlnlP8?si=fa901f9251484330   Get your free positive living e-book: https://yasmine-ali-author.beehiiv.com/   Learn more about Yasmine S. Ali, MD and connect/contact: https://YasmineAliMD.com Visit Dr. Ali's online bookstore: https://LastSkyWriting.com  

Dr. Yasmine Ali talks with David Frei about the amazing healing power of therapy dogs, the upcoming National Dog Show (2025) on NBC, and his long and distinguished career in the world of dogs. Find this episode on YouTube and see the slideshow: https://youtu.be/Xv1WTAZhV1M Get the free Positive Vibes e-magazine and e-book: https://yasmine-ali-author.beehiiv.com/ Show links: Get the free Positive Vibes e-magazine and e-book: https://yasmine-ali-author.beehiiv.com/ Dr. Ali’s website: www.YasmineAliMD.com (https://yasminealimd.com) Support Positive Vibes: https://buymeacoffee.com/onthesunnyside     National Dog Show website (NBC Insider): https://www.nbc.com/nbc-insider/show/the-national-dog-show   Both of David’s books: The Angel by My Side (https://bookshop.org/a/447/9781401900588) and Angel on a Leash (https://amzn.to/49j1ekr) Angel on a Leash website: https://angelonaleash.wildapricot.org/ Link to Dr. Ali’s blog post, “How Dogs Help Our Hearts”: https://yasminealimd.com/how-dogs-help-our-hearts/ Link to Dr. Ali’s post, “The Power of Play”: https://yasminealimd.com/power-of-play/   National Dog Show Therapy Dog Symposium: https://sites.rowan.edu/wellness/pettherapy/national-dog-show-therapy-dog-symposium-at-rowan-university.html Find all of Dr. Ali’s books and merchandise at: www.LastSkyWriting.com  

Dr. Ali talks with attorney, mediator, and professional development coach Leigh Ann Roberts about her specialized approach to navigating major life transitions. They also discuss the importance of community and real connection in building resilience and relieving stress, and reflect on the beauty of autumn both literally and figuratively as a season of letting go. Find Leigh Ann online at https://thresholding.com/ and via email at [email protected]   And find Dr. Ali’s collector’s-edition 2026 calendars at www.LastSkyWriting.com ! https://lastskywriting.com/ Watch the full YouTube video at: https://youtu.be/NHCxb2_2Ndw?si=RGYYz_JFs4sNVoUT   Subscribe to the Positive Vibes e-magazine and get a free e-book, plus notification of deals and discounts! https://www.YasmineAliMD.com   Show links: Subscribe to the Positive Vibes e-magazine and get a free e-book, plus notification of deals and discounts! https://www.YasmineAliMD.com Support Positive Vibes: www.buymeacoffee.com/onthesunnyside Leigh Ann Roberts’ Thresholding website and coaching information: https://thresholding.com/ Leigh Ann Roberts on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leigh-ann-roberts-vp-pcc-jd-a15bb56/ Yasmine S. Ali’s bookstore: www.LastSkyWriting.com Yasmine S. Ali’s complete website: https://yasminealimd.com/      

Actor, archivist, and author Brian Wilson tells you how to preserve your family photos and mementos, and shares some amazing stories from his work as an archivist and as an actor. You’ll learn about a day in the life of a background actor/movie extra, as Brian has been in big-budget movies like Marvel’s Avengers: Infinity War and Captain America: Brave New World, as well as Walt Disney’s Jungle Cruise, among others. He tells a great story about meeting and working with Ryan Gosling; he also talks about his time as a TV actor, including on MacGyver, and reveals his upcoming role in a new movie.   Subscribe to the Positive Vibes e-magazine and get a free e-book, plus notification of deals and discounts! www.YasmineAliMD.com   Show links: Support Humphreys County/Hickman County disaster relief: https://www.gofundme.com/c/act/tennessee-factory-explosion-relief Support Positive Vibes: www.buymeacoffee.com/onthesunnyside National Archives preservation advice: https://www.archives.gov/preservation/holdings-maintenance/paper Lineco Archival Document Storage Boxes (recommended by Brian): https://amzn.to/4navK30 Book about the Los Angeles Public Library fire: The Library Book, by Susan Orlean -- https://bookshop.org/a/447/9781476740195 Yasmine S. Ali’s bookstore: www.LastSkyWriting.com Subscribe to the Positive Vibes e-magazine and get a free e-book, plus notification of deals and discounts! www.YasmineAliMD.com  

Dr. Ali talks with dog trainer Jacqui Foster in honor of National Dog Day. They discuss the amazing abilities of dogs, common dog training questions, how to choose a new dog or puppy, the world of dog sports, and their own service dogs. Jacqui Foster, CPDT-KA, is the founder of Ren’s Pups, LLC. You can find her at https://renspups.com/ and on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@renspupsllc5504   Subscribe to the Positive Vibes e-magazine and get a free e-book, plus notification of deals and discounts! www.YasmineAliMD.com   (More) Show links: Support Positive Vibes: www.buymeacoffee.com/onthesunnyside Yasmine S. Ali’s bookstore: www.LastSkyWriting.com Share this podcast: https://www.positivevibessunnyside.com/ Dr. Ali's post on the "Power of Play": https://yasminealimd.com/power-of-play/ Dr. Ali's post on "How Dogs Help Our Hearts": https://yasminealimd.com/how-dogs-help-our-hearts/ Dr. Ali's AKC post on puppy training, quoting Jacqui Foster: https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/puppy-training-timeline-for-your-german-shepherd-dog/    

Dr. Ali explains the new blood pressure numbers and what you can do at home to lower or prevent high blood pressure. Share the podcast: www.PositiveVibesSunnySide.com   (The information in this episode is for informational purposes only, and is not medical advice, nor does it create a doctor-patient relationship. Always consult your own qualified healthcare professional for any personal medical concerns or questions.)   Show links: Support Positive Vibes: https://buymeacoffee.com/onthesunnyside Share this podcast: https://www.positivevibessunnyside.com/ My blog post on blood pressure measurement: https://yasminealimd.com/how-to-take-your-blood-pressure-correctly/ My website, with Contact page and Positive Vibes newsletter signup: www.YasmineAliMD.com Positive Vibes newsletter: https://yasmine-ali-author.beehiiv.com/ The new blood pressure guidelines (clinical document for physicians): https://www.jacc.org/doi/10.1016/j.jacc.2025.05.007 My newsletter post, “Is Wine Actually Good for Your Heart?” : https://speak-for-the-heart.beehiiv.com/p/wine-actually-good-heart Featured expert in this article: “Skipping This Habit After Dinner Could Raise Your Heart Disease Risk, According to a Cardiologist”: https://www.aol.com/skipping-habit-dinner-could-raise-175000454.html?guccounter=1 Cookbook review: The Mediterranean Dish : https://yasminealimd.com/cookbook-review-mediterranean-dish/ Dietary changes to manage high blood pressure: https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/high-blood-pressure/changes-you-can-make-to-manage-high-blood-pressure/managing-blood-pressure-with-a-heart-healthy-diet    

Dr. Ali and Dr. Sarah Samaan, both cardiologists and bestselling authors, talk about everything from career pivots and mindfulness to yoga and the equestrian sport of dressage. They also discuss the power of observation, especially when applied to visual art, and, as Dr. Samaan puts it, “the ways that art can spark conversations and connections.” Find Dr. Sarah Samaan online at www.mindfulphysiciancoaching.com and www.windingroadyoga.com   “Mindfulness is paying attention on purpose in the present moment without judgment.” --Dr. Sarah Samaan   Show links: Support Positive Vibes: http://BuyMeaCoffee.com/onthesunnyside Sign up for the Positive Vibes newsletter at Dr. Ali’s website: www.YasmineAliMD.com Find all of Dr. Ali’s books at www.LastSkyWriting.com   Dr. Sarah Samaan’s websites: www.mindfulphysiciancoaching.com and www.windingroadyoga.com Get Dr. Samaan’s free Values Workbook: https://www.mindfulphysiciancoaching.com/newsletter   Dr. Sarah Samaan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-samaan-md/ Books by Dr. Sarah Samaan: Best Practices for a Healthy Heart DASH Diet for Dummies The Smart Woman’s Guide to Heart Health: Dr. Sarah’s Seven Steps to a Heart-Loving Lifestyle A video example of the equestrian sport of dressage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bmrvsy28SXs

Dr. Ali and Dylan Crowell talk about Dylan’s remarkable Pen Pals Project, rekindling the lost art of letter writing, and the magic of musical theater. Address to write to Dylan and/or send him a book of stamps: Dylan Crowell P.O. Box 517 Burns, TN 37029   Show links: Support Positive Vibes: http://BuyMeaCoffee.com/onthesunnyside Sign up for the Positive Vibes newsletter: www.YasmineAliMD.com You can also find Dylan online on Facebook and LinkedIn! Season One of Dear . . .  on Apple TV: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/dear/s01 Razzle Dazzle: The Battle for Broadway  Singular Sensation: The Triumph of Broadway A Wonderful Guy: Conversations with the Great Men of Musical Theater Watershed Public Theatre: https://watershedpublictheatre.org/

In this Positive Vibes interview, Dr. Ali talks with Dr. Rosanne Léger about her time in Haiti, becoming a physician, and becoming an artist. Dr. Léger also shares the story of her personal weight-loss journey, and how journaling and her artwork have helped her. Find (and purchase!) Rosanne’s artwork at https://rosegallery24.printify.me View photos of the artwork discussed in this episode: https://yasmine-ali-author.beehiiv.com/p/podcast-ep-6-dr-rosanne-leger-pics Sign up for the Positive Vibes newsletter and get a free e-book on Positive Living! Visit www.YasmineAliMD.com And find all of Dr. Ali’s books and more at www.LastSkyWriting.com Show links: Support Positive Vibes: www.BuyMeaCoffee.com/onthesunnyside Rosanne’s Printify store: https://rosegallery24.printify.me Rosanne’s Etsy store: https://rosegallery24.etsy.com Rosanne Léger, MD: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosanne-leger-57139129/ Rosanne’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rose_gallery24 Women of Color on the Front Lines (portraits): https://www.wocfrontlines.com/ Nashville Shotokan Karate, Sensei Nataliya Pidkovka: https://nashvilleshotokan.com/

In this interview with Dr. Ali, Tracy Roberts of the Circle Center talks about civil discourse and the lost art of listening. Dr. Ali also shares some great news about her debut novel, The View from the Cliffs, making it into the Top 20 percent! Find all of Dr. Ali’s books and more at www.LastSkyWriting.com Sign up for the Positive Vibes newsletter and get a free e-book on Positive Living! Visit www.YasmineAliMD.com   Also in the intro to this episode, a special shoutout to Rudy's Jazz Room!   ("Positive Vibes: On the Sunny Side" is the podcast of preventive cardiologist and bestselling author Yasmine S. Ali, MD. Her Positive Vibes brand shares uplifting stories, inspiring insights, and powerful ideas to help others live their happiest, healthiest lives, guided by her ORCHID Method™ to inspire positive transformation through Optimism, Resilience, Creativity, Health, Integrity, and Determination.) Show links:  Support Positive Vibes: www.BuyMeaCoffee.com/onthesunnyside The Circle Center: https://thecirclecenter.com/ Tracy Roberts: https://thecirclecenter.com/team-members/tracy-roberts-ceo-co-founder/ Rudy’s Jazz Room: https://rudysjazzroom.com/ The View from the Cliffs: A Novel : https://lastskywriting.com/products/the-view-from-the-cliffs Follow the podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/N9vc54nQa3Q    

Optimists are healthier and live longer than pessimists. Why is that, and how can you become more optimistic? Dr. Ali shares scientific evidence on the power of optimism to transform health, and shares her top 5 tips for becoming a more positive, optimistic person. Sign up for the Positive Vibes newsletter and get a free e-book on Positive Living! Visit www.YasmineAliMD.com Show links: Support Positive Vibes: www.BuyMeaCoffee.com/onthesunnyside Article referenced in this episode: “The New Science of Optimism and Longevity” (The MIT Press Reader) : https://thereader.mitpress.mit.edu/the-new-science-of-optimism-and-longevity Seth Godin’s blog post on doom scrolling: https://seths.blog/2020/07/doom-scrolling/ Richard Leider’s The Power of Purpose Purchase books--including autographed copies--by Dr. Ali: www.LastSkyWriting.com Visit Dr. Ali's personal website and sign up for the Positive Vibes newsletter: www.YasmineAliMD.com Watch the special webinar for this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/EYToat6rWVA      

Dr. Ali talks with jet pilot John Baynham about his many career pivots and adventures, including his start as a police officer followed by a long military career, how he overcame a fear of heights to become a pilot, and his advice for living and embracing a full life. As John says: "You can't let other people determine your destiny." You can find John on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-baynham-m-ed-2782b639/ Links for Episode 3: Subscribe to the Positive Vibes newsletter: https://yasmine-ali-author.beehiiv.com/ Support Positive Vibes: https://buymeacoffee.com/onthesunnyside Find all of Yasmine S. Ali's books and merchandise at her online bookstore: https://LastSkyWriting.com Dr. Ali's full website with her Positive Vibes blog: www.YasmineAliMD.com  

In this episode, Dr. Yasmine Ali talks with Patti Hoehn Damesworth about staying active, staying positive, making friends and being part of a tight-knit community, making decisions and sticking to them, her unorthodox approach to losing weight, and the power of gratitude and personal relationships. They also discuss the Waverly Possadillo Festival, the Waverly Train Explosion Memorial and Museum, and the most remarkable book signings they’ve ever been a part of. Find Patti on Instagram @creekseeker, on Facebook as Patti Hoehn Damesworth, and on LinkedIn.   Links for Episode 2: The Waverly Possadillo Festival: https://www.possadillofestwaverlytn.com/ Patti's pics: https://yasmine-ali-author.beehiiv.com/p/patti-pics Support Positive Vibes: https://buymeacoffee.com/onthesunnyside Purchase any of Dr. Ali's books, including Walk through Fire: The Train Disaster that Changed America: https://lastskywriting.com Subscribe to the Positive Vibes Newsletter: https://yasmine-ali-author.beehiiv.com/ Visit Dr. Ali's website and blog: https://yasminealimd.com/speak-for-the-heart/ View this episode on the Positive Vibes YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/CZHTbm2kIN4      

Learn the true history of the Waverly Train Disaster of 1978 from Dr. Yasmine S. Ali, the bestselling author of Walk through Fire: The Train Disaster of 1978, and how the writing of that book led to her Positive Vibes movement (and this podcast!). (Photo credits are given in the book, Walk through Fire: The Train Disaster that Changed America.) Show links for Episode 1: View on YouTube: https://youtu.be/0YbXASWOgSc Support Positive Vibes: https://buymeacoffee.com/onthesunnyside Purchase an autographed copy of Walk through Fire: https://lastskywriting.com/products/autographed-copy-of-walk-through-fire-the-train-disaster-that-changed-america Sign up for the Positive Vibes newsletter: https://yasmine-ali-author.beehiiv.com/ See more photos and view the "History Comes to Life" issue of the newsletter, related to the Waverly Train Disaster and the Walk through Fire book tour: https://yasmine-ali-author.beehiiv.com/p/history-comes-to-life Visit Dr. Ali's website and blog: https://yasminealimd.com/speak-for-the-heart/