Spiritual Health – Dr. Walt Larimore

28Nov 2019 by Walt Larimore

An Amazing Thanksgiving Proclamation — by the President of the United States of America

What a surprise it is, to those of us with modern sensitivities, to read this amazing Thanksgiving proclamation—especially since it was released by the President of the United States of America. I've reformatted it a bit, just to make it easier to read (no changes in the words, however). See if you don't agree that it is a wonderful prayer and blessing: (more…)

23Feb 2014 by Walt Larimore

A new study shows religion helps toughen the brain

Spiritual Health

The reason that religion or spirituality appears to protect people with a family risk of depression from developing the illness may be because religion or spirituality thickens the cortices of the brain, Columbia University researchers Lisa Miller, PhD, Myrna Weissman, PhD, and colleagues report in JAMA Psychiatry. (more…)

25Dec 2012 by Walt Larimore

I’m preaching this Sunday. I hope you can come!

Spiritual Health

I hope you and yours had a Christ-centered, warm-memory-creating, family-filled Christmas. I wanted to let you know that I've been asked to preach this Sunday (December 30, 2012) at my home church, the Little Log Church in Palmer Lake, CO. I hope those of you in the area can come. (more…)

14Jun 2012 by Walt Larimore

Dr. Walt interviewed for AMA NEWS article on doctors praying with patients

Spiritual Health

I was pleased to be interviewed by AMA NEWS on the subject of doctors praying with patients. You can read the entire interview here. (more…)

13May 2012 by Walt Larimore

MOTHER’S DAY THOUGHT: A Baby’s Conversation with God

Children's Health, Parenting, Spiritual Health

A dear friend sent the note below to me. It is a beautiful little story of a conversation between God and an unborn child. It is a great tribute to Moms everywhere. I cannot find the name of the original author , but if anyone knows. please let me know so I can give due credit. (more…)

14Jan 2012 by Walt Larimore

I hope you’ll give my brand new devotional a look

Spiritual Health

It's been 10 years in the making ... and it's now available ... so, if you've not seen or signed up for my daily devotional, "Morning Glory, Evening Grace," I hope you'll take up a look at it. (more…)

07Jan 2012 by Walt Larimore

Mentored by a Milker of Cows

Family Newsletter, Mental Health, Spiritual Health

Long-time readers know of my fondness and appreciation for Bill Judge, a retired dairyman in Kissimmee, Florida, who has been my mentor and coach since the mid-1980's. Now that my father has passed, Bill has become my second dad. In a 2010 blog, "Mentored by a Milker of Cows," I told you the story about Bill's loving mentoring of me. Now this story is being retold by Significant Living magazine: (more…)

23Dec 2011 by Walt Larimore

A Christmas Story – Part 3

Bioethics, General Health, Spiritual Health

Two days ago, I began a Christmas story that came from my book Bryson City Seasons. Part 1 can be found here and Part 2 here. This is the last of three parts. I hope it's been a Christmas blessing for you and yours: (more…)

23Dec 2011 by Walt Larimore

Was Jesus’ birth really predicted in the Hebrew Scriptures?

General Health, Spiritual Health

I love the writing of Randall Niles, who serves at AllAboutGod.com. http://allaboutgod.com/ He sends out emails from time-to-time entitled “Think Blast!” I thought his Christmas one was super and that you might enjoy it: (more…)

23Dec 2011 by Walt Larimore

If the origin of Christmas is “pagan,” should Christians celebrate the holiday?

General Health, Spiritual Health

As we approach the Christmas holiday, Christians will often be challenged by those who note the “pagan” origin of Christmas. As a result, some Christians believe we should not celebrate the holiday at all, given the origin of its elements. Here are some thoughts on this topic from the wonderful folks at PleaseConviceMe.com: (more…)

22Dec 2011 by Walt Larimore

A Christmas Story – Part 2

General Health, Spiritual Health

Yesterday, I began a Christmas story that came from my book Bryson City Seasons. Part 1 can be found here. This is the second of three parts. I hope it will be a Christmas blessing for you and yours: (more…)

21Dec 2011 by Walt Larimore

A Christmas Story – Part 1

General Health, Spiritual Health

My most popular books, at least based upon sales and letters, are the Bryson City series. In the second book in this series, Bryson City Seasons, I wrote about an encounter with a patient on Christmas 1982 in Bryson City, North Carolina. This week I’ll be excerpting the story for you and hope it will be a Christmas blessing for you and yours: (more…)

14Dec 2011 by Walt Larimore

NEWS: Devotional website from Dr. Walt launches December 19

Spiritual Health

NEWS: I'm launching a new twice-a-day devotional on December 19. I hope you'll sign up for it. (more…)

28Nov 2011 by Walt Larimore

Stretching key to yoga’s back pain relief

General Health, Spiritual Health

According to a recent study, yoga can help improve symptoms of chronic lower back pain, but it's likely not any spiritual or meditation component that does the trick. (more…)

23Nov 2011 by Walt Larimore

Do you give thanks in ALL things?

General Health, Mental Health, Spiritual Health

Barb and I support a wonderful missionary couple, Brian and Christy Lewis, who work with Wycliffe International in southeast Asia. Recently, the Lewis family has wrestled with illness and death. Christi wrote me about the lessons she's learning about being thankful. I pray that her words will bless you, as they did me. (more…)

22Nov 2011 by Walt Larimore

The health benefits of being thankful

General Health, Mental Health, Spiritual Health

There are many ways to develop a positive attitude, but one easy way to begin is with the habit of giving thanks. Here’s an excerpt on what I call “the gratitude antidote” from my book, 10 Essentials of Happy, Healthy People: Becoming and staying highly healthy. (more…)

12Nov 2011 by Walt Larimore

The process of F-O-R-G-I-V-I-N-G

Marriage and Family Health, Mental Health, Spiritual Health

We tell people all the time that we have forgiven them, but the truth is, in most cases, we haven't really done so. If we say we have forgiven people but we harbor any resentment, bitterness, or anger of how badly they treated us, then we have not really forgiven them. How can we unload ourselves of this burden? (more…)

12Nov 2011 by Walt Larimore

A test to tell if you’ve really forgiven someone

General Health, Mental Health, Spiritual Health

We tell people all the time that we have forgiven them, but the truth is, in most cases, we haven't really done so. If we say we have forgiven people but we harbor any resentment, anger, or bitterness of how badly they treated us, then we have not really forgiven them. How can we? (more…)

10Nov 2011 by Walt Larimore

Study confirms abortion negatively impacts women’s health

Mental Health, Spiritual Health, Woman's Health

A recent study published in the British Journal of Psychiatry has concluded what pro-abortion groups have tried to discount for decades: abortion substantially increases a woman’s risk of mental health problems. (more…)

01Nov 2011 by Walt Larimore

A Christian view of caring for a dying parent

Bioethics, Mental Health, Spiritual Health

I have a dear friend, Tim, who is a healthcare profession and now involved in providing loving care and caring for his mother as she approaches death. He recently faced some difficult decisions about pursuing care versus withholding care. I'm deeply appreciative that both Tim and his wise pastor, Sam, have agreed to allow me to share their exchange. (more…)

20Sep 2011 by Walt Larimore

Catholic Church: Unborn children have a soul at conception

Bioethics, Children's Health, Parenting, Spiritual Health, Woman's Health

For those of us involved in caring for women and their unborn children, we must face squarely the question, "When does an unborn child have a soul?" (more…)

30Aug 2011 by Walt Larimore

Spiritual talks boost hospitalized patients’ perceptions of care

Spiritual Health

HealthDay reports that hospitalized patients who are "able to talk about their religious and spiritual concerns are more satisfied with their care," according to a study in the Journal of General Internal Medicine. (more…)

04Aug 2011 by Walt Larimore

Patients are asking me how to manage their diabetes during fasting

Nutritional Health, Spiritual Health

I have the privilege of being the Medical Director at the Mission Medical Clinic, a Christian clinic for the working poor in Colorado Springs. Because we care for our patients' physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, and because so many of our patients are diabetic, the question of how to fast when one is a diabetic comes up all the time. In addition, our patients need to fast before some lab tests or procedures. (more…)

01Jul 2011 by Walt Larimore

How to find the right doctor

General Health, Spiritual Health

On the road to becoming highly healthy, I recommend each person have a personal physician to serve as their health care coach. Usually I recommend a primary care physician. But, how do you find the right doctor? (more…)

14Jun 2011 by Walt Larimore

People who let go of regrets are happier and more satisfied with life

General Health, Mental Health, Spiritual Health

The Bible teaches, "'In your anger do not sin': Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry ..." (Ephesians 4:26). In other words, let go of your anger, regrets, bitterness, sorrow, etc. Why? Wallowing in these emotions is always harmful to our physical, emotional, relational, and spiritual health. (more…)

14Jun 2011 by Walt Larimore

Prescribing Jesus gets doctor unjustly censured

Bioethics, Mental Health, Spiritual Health

A Christian doctor in England has been threatened with an official warning from his professional body for discussing Jesus with a patient, The (London) Sunday Times reported. (more…)

24May 2011 by Walt Larimore

Meditation calms irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

Alternative Medicine, General Health, Mental Health, Spiritual Health

A study presented recently at a medical meeting revealed that a form of meditation called "mindfulness training" was associated with significantly improved symptom scores for irritable bowel syndrome patients compared with a support group. Below I'll discuss the study and the reasons I do NOT recommend "mindless meditation": (more…)

15May 2011 by Walt Larimore

An expose on teen sex and dating: What’s really going on and how to talk about It

Children's Health, Parenting, Spiritual Health

My dear friend, Andy Braner, is releasing his most recent and explosive book yet. An Expose on Teen Sex and Dating: What's Really Going On and How to Talk About It is being released TODAY! (more…)

04May 2011 by Walt Larimore

The Christian divorce rate myth (what you’ve heard is wrong)

Marriage and Family Health, Mental Health, Spiritual Health

It's been proclaimed from pulpits and blogs for years — Christians divorce as much as everyone else in America. But some scholars and family activists are questioning the oft-cited statistics, saying Christians who attend church regularly are more likely to remain wed. What's the truth? The answer may surprise you. (more…)

24Apr 2011 by Walt Larimore

It’s Easter, and ‘He is risen’

General Health, Spiritual Health

Today is the holy day in which Christians celebrate their redemption. And a newspaper editorial tells the "old, old story" as well as any preacher: (more…)