Get Heart Smart with Hadassah

Charlotte Jewish News, February 2025

By Aileen Greenberg-Kriner

Have you given up on your 2025 New Year’s resolutions already? If so, you’re not alone. According to U.S. News & World Report, 80% of people abandon their resolutions by February. The most common resolutions involve health— eating better, exercising more, losing weight, improving mental health, and personal growth. But without a plan, resolutions are hard to keep.

Dr. Jonathan Fisher, MD, FACC, can help you create that plan. A Harvard-trained cardiologist and best-selling author of “Just One Heart: A Cardiologist’s Guide to Healing, Health, and Happiness,” Dr. Fisher will speak about the powerful connection between the heart and mind. The event, hosted by Hadassah, takes place on Thursday, Feb. 20, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Temple Israel. Admission is free and open to the public, but registration is required at www. HadassahCLTevents.org.

With more than 20 years of experience as a practicing cardiologist, Dr. Fisher has helped thousands of patients, while teaching individuals and organizations how to reduce stress, enhance well-being, and lead with purpose. Drawing from his personal journey and professional expertise, he will share how small, intentional changes can foster heart-centered well-being and transformation.

Dr. Fisher’s work inspires people to embrace the connection between the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual dimensions of the heart. His approach leads to greater health, resilience, and joy. During the event, he will discuss practical strategies for reducing stress through mindfulness and self-compassion, finding meaning in life’s challenges, and strengthening relationships through openness and connection.

Resolutions don’t have to start in January. February is American Heart Month, making it the perfect time to set a new goal: take small, meaningful steps to awaken your heart and transform your life.

Photo Caption: Dr. Jonathan Fisher