Dr. R. Murali Krishna Reveals 4 Important Lessons Learned in Life in New Book

Online, December 26, 2013 (Newswire.com) - I have seen evidence of the Divine presence. I want my family and future family to know that. It is not as if He came and sat down beside me; yet it is that clear to me.
- R. Murali Krishna, Vibrant: To Heal and Be Whole (2012)

Dr. Krishna is president and chief operating officer of INTEGRIS Mental Health, that provides adult and child/adolescent mental health services in inpatient, residential, outpatient & clinical settings; an employee assistance program; and crisis intervention services. He is also co-founder and president of the James L. Hall, Jr. Center for Mind, Body and Spirit, an educational organization devoted to improving health through raising awareness of the healing power of the connection between mind, body, and spirit.

In DR. R. Murali Krishna's new book, "VIBRANT: To Heal and Be Whole From India to Oklahoma City," he talks on the four important lessons learned in life .

Excerpts from the Book

1. Trust in God

"I have seen evidence of the Divine presence. I want my family and future family to know that. It is not as if He came and sat down beside me; yet it is that clear to me. "You have to look for it."

"Don't let the immediacy of a situation dominate your actions. One may not always realize the meaning of suffering. But over time you will gain clarity and understanding. It happened to me even though it was over a long period of time. Trust in God. Sign off every night knowing that He is in control."

2. Be grateful and give freely

"All the gifts - mental, physical, material and spiritual - given to you by the Creator are possessed by us for a very temporary time. They are gifts meant to be given away. What good is a gift if you do not use it for good? Be grateful for your gifts and use them to make a difference in the world."

3. Be present; be a witness

Dr. Murali Krishna wishes patience and calm for generations to come.

"As you grow through the years, you will begin to see things differently. I want you to slow down and savor every moment. Look for the beauty around you and in those you come across. And don't carry hard feelings with you. Forgive. Let go of anger so it won't destroy you.

Dr. Krishna knows the power of the mind. He knows each of us is filled with intelligence — intelligence that we barely begin to use to its capacity. It is not what happens in our lives, but rather how we react.

"You don't have to have all the answers. So many things are out of our control. The one thing that is in our control is how we view what is happening. How we perceive it, process it and react to it is within our control. Step back and be an objective witness to what is unfolding. Picture yourself as if you were seated in an audience watching a drama unfold on a stage. Be present. Don't judge yourself. Stay off the roller coaster. Be a witness. The more you can be a witness to what is happening, the more joyful your life can be. "That is what life is meant to be."

The basis of being a witness to your own life is mindfulness.

4. Dream big

"Anything is possible. I want future generations to fully embrace big dreams. If you put your mind to it and work hard for it, anything is truly possible. Be realistic as to the amount of energy it takes but know that you can follow your heart and make things happen.

"With the right mindset and attitude and willingness to share your insights, you have significant influence over other people. You can impact others in a positive way. It is not about controlling others, but using the gifts you were given to lead and motivate.

Author of VIBRANT To Heal and Be Whole, From India to Oklahoma City, Dr. Krishna reveals the secrets to living a vibrant life while overcoming:

* Anxiety
* Trauma
* Sleep dysfunction
* Stress
* Obesity
* Emotional dysfunction
* Depression
* Addiction
* Substance abuse
* Loss
* Anger
* Unresolved issues
* Relationship stress
* Mental illness
* Alcoholism

Dr. Krishna's book is inspiring and at the same time educational. His book is available through Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Apple iBooks, and other bookstores everywhere. It is also available in e-book format from Amazon. Proceeds from book sales will benefit the "Dr. R. Murali Krishna Family Eliminate the Stigma of Mental Illness Award Endowment Fund" through the INTEGRIS Foundation.

For more information on this book, please visit http://www.drkrishna.com/the-book

About the Author
R. Murali Krishna, MD, DLFAPA is a psychiatric expert and pioneer in mind, body, spirit connection. His study of the brain has given him insight to the why of mental health and the how of living a healthy, vibrant life. Dr. Krishna's mental health knowledge and experience is valuable and unique not only because of his extensive study and research of brain function, but also because of his true empathy. He has recently published his first book, VIBRANT: To Heal and Be Whole From India to Oklahoma City which he coauthored with Kelly Dyer Fry, president of news at OPUBCO.

R. Murali Krishna, MD, DLFAPA
* Co-Founder & President, James L. Hall, Jr Center for Mind, Body and Spirit
* President & COO, INTEGRIS Mental Health
* President, Oklahoma State Board of Health
* Founding President, Health Alliance for the Uninsured
* Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at the Univ. of OK Health Sciences Center

Dr. Krishna, an inspiring and engaging speaker, educates his audiences on the latest science in mental health and the healing power of the mind, body, spirit medicine connection. He is often interviewed by television and print news organizations for his expert opinion on mental and emotional health issues. For more information visit www.drkrishna.com

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