Lifestyle Occupational Therapy

01/16/2026

I want to acknowledge something clearly before sharing this reflection.

Scott Adams, the creator of Dilbert, passed away recently. In later years, he became a controversial public figure, and many people strongly disagreed with things he said. I’m not writing to gloss over that.

What I’m reflecting on is something Dilbert captured early on that stuck with me long before any of that. Many workplace problems aren’t individual failures. They’re signals of systems that quietly shape behavior, posture, stress, and burnout.

The cartoon I’m sharing makes a simple point. You can’t fix posture without understanding the system that shaped it. That insight has aged better than most workplace advice.

It’s also a quiet reminder that what we put into the world tends to outlast the moment we say it. Worth remembering, especially in loud times.

01/12/2026

I put together a rad 1-minute survey to help plan the future. If you'd like please answer. Wishing you a happy new week!
Peace. Dave

(1 minute, promise)

01/02/2026

I wrote something gentle to start 2026.

No fixing. No pressure. No hustle resets.
Just a quieter opt-out for people who already carry enough.

If it lands for you, it’s here
👇
https://lifestyleot.substack.com/p/no-guilt-2026

Wishing you a peaceful year ahead. 💙

12/30/2025

Brace yourselves… January advice is coming.
Loud voices🤯with rules for New Year.
Real change doesn’t arrive yelling. It usually shows up quietly when things feel safer.
Wishing you a grounded holiday season and a gentle start to 2026.
Fewer voices. Deeper listening👂
💚Dave

12/22/2025

If pain, stiffness, or limited mobility are holding you back, it’s time to 𝐝𝐨 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮.

Every session with me is fully personalized — hands-on therapy, movement strategies, ergonomic support, and a clear plan for long-term improvement.

Whether it’s persistent neck tension, back pain, work-related strain, or recovery after injury… you don’t have to figure it out alone.

Book your individualized OT session today and let’s get you moving, healing, and living with ease again.
🔗 lifestyleot.com

12/17/2025

Forward neck posture isn’t just a “tech neck” trend — it’s a daily habit we accidentally train.
The good news? You can train your way out of it, too.

Your phone and laptop may pull you forward — but your body doesn’t have to follow.
Read the full guide and start retraining your posture today.

When you’re working on a computer—especially if you’re working on your computer at home, in a not-so-ergonomic setup—a number of […]

12/15/2025

You don’t have to be injured, young, old, athletic, or “fit enough” to take care of your body.

𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐥-𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞.

Improving mobility, preventing pain, and feeling energized throughout the day isn’t just for athletes — it’s for parents carrying kids, seniors wanting independence, workers sitting long hours, and anyone wanting to feel good in their own body.

Prevention is powerful, and small changes today can shape your health for years to come.

Let OT guide you toward better movement, safer habits, and a stronger, more resilient body — starting now.

12/12/2025

Manual work is a core part of Occupational Therapy — but many people don’t realize how powerful it is.

It’s not “just massage.” It’s:
✨ Releasing tension that restricts movement
✨ Improving circulation to help muscles heal
✨ Reducing pain signals and calming the nervous system
✨ Restoring balance in tissues affected by injury, posture, or overuse

The goal?
To help your body move the way it’s meant to — with ease, efficiency, and less discomfort.

Manual therapy creates a foundation for better mobility, improved function, and long-term change.

Have you ever tried it? How did it feel for you?

12/10/2025

A good workspace isn’t just ergonomic — 𝐢𝐭’𝐬 𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜. ✨
From desk placement to natural light to clutter-free surfaces, the flow of your space affects your focus, mood, and productivity more than you think.

Read more below:

Suddenly, everyone whose ability is working and learning from home. While some people may have a desk or workspace, in […]

12/08/2025

Occupational Therapy is more than treatment — 𝐢𝐭’𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐞-𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭. 🤲🏻
It helps you move better, heal faster, reduce pain, and understand what your body truly needs.

From posture and ergonomics to injury recovery, chronic pain, mobility limitations, and movement habits that impact your day-to-day… OT gives you the tools to feel and function at your best.

If you’re ready for a healthier, easier, pain-reduced life, book your OT appointment — and let’s build your path to optimal living.

https://lifestyleot.com/

12/05/2025

You don’t need a gym, a perfect routine, or even a lot of time.
Stretching, walking, mobility exercises, posture resets — it all counts.
Your brain thrives when your body moves.

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐦𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐝𝐨 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲?

12/03/2025

Just a few minutes of movement sprinkled throughout your day can improve your heart health, energy, mobility, and mood.

Think:
🚶‍♂️ Short walk
🧘 Stretch break
💻 Posture reset
🦵 Standing up between tasks

Keep moving,
Dave.

A few years ago, James Levine, a doctor of endo­crinology at the Mayo Clinic, sparked a radical change in America’s […]