One thing that does dissappoint me though is the non-emphasis on the biochemical cause of mental illnesses such as anxiety and depression. Although “getting your stuff sorted out” is an essential part of helping to overcome these conditions, more need to be said about the biochemical side and the causes of the biochemical side of mental issues. When your biochemistry is skewed, its PHYSICALLY impossible to think rationally and to stop racing and negative thoughts. Fix your neurotransmitters, your brain naturally feels more calm. Unfortunately most doctors believe the only way to do this is through anti-depressants and anti-anxiety (which do not give you more neurotransmitters – they merely make your body utilise more efficiently the little neurotransmitters you currently have). Give your body what it needs (such as amino acids which neurotransmitters are made from) and your body will produce more neurotransmitters.
BTW by no means am I against anti-depressants or anti-anxiety drugs – in some cases they are life saving. :) Its just that more should be investigated by doctors instead of SOLELY using these drugs.
(obviously this is all said from personal experience)

I was wondering if you'd heard the story that broke yesterday about the man who was fired from Golden Circle for being “too fat”. I know that just because you're an FA advocate doesn't mean that you'll take an interest to all stories on the subject, but I thought it would be interesting to hear your opinions on this particular case, and whether you think it will happen more often/already is happening. I'm sorry if this comes off rude, I just really admire the way you write and would love to hear your taken on the broader issues relating to employment.

Here is the link to the story:
http://www.news.com.au/business/business-smarts…

I have written a short post raising more questions than I can answer on my own blog, and if you'd like to take a look, I'd be honoured.