Dr. L. T. Force

Childhood Memories Fade: But they Never Leave Us by L.T. Force, Ph.D. Gerontologist I was born in Philadelphia, PA. We lived in the suburbs of Philly and then moved - when I was two years old to New Jersey (my Father was transferred in his Insurance Company job). At 5 years of age, we moved to Mt. Vernon, NY. It is in Mt. Vernon where I grew up. Two days ago, my Brother called me to let me know there was a 6-alarm fire in our old apartment building. News of the event was on T

The Enemy is Definitely Within: A Deeper Journey Into Self-Mastery and Inner Warfare by L.T. Force, Ph.D. Gerontologist   “When there is no enemy within, the enemy outside can do us no harm.” Often cited as an African proverb, this line has become a global reference point for understanding the psychology of self-doubt, inner conflict, and personal leadership. Its power lies not in its mystery, but in its accuracy: the internal battles we fight are often far more consequential

The Gift of Enemies: The Hidden Psychology of Choosing Who Shapes Your Destiny (Inspired by Patrick Bet-David’s “Choose Your Enemies Wisely”) by L.T. Force, Ph.D. Gerontologist Introduction There is an unavoidable truth found in the human condition and intensified within the journey of leadership, advocacy, entrepreneurship, and personal growth: enemies shape us. Not just the overt adversaries who push against our progress, but the subtle critics, the doubters, the obstructiv

Holistic Psychotherapeutics by L.T. Force, Ph.D. Gerontologist I remember as an undergraduate Psychology student, the discussion was about: “what is best therapeutic intervention?” . Is it the engagement with talking therapy or the use of psychotropic medication to address psychological imbalance caused by stress or depression. The standard answer was the combination of both - would probably be the best intervention. Fast forward to today - with our emphasis, as a field, on c

The Psychology of Disgust: A Healing Motivator by L.T. Force, Ph.D. Gerontologist   Introduction Disgust is one of the most misunderstood emotions in the human species.  Perils often think of it as a reaction to something foul or contaminated—a visceral recoil from what repels us. Yet beneath this instinctive push-away lies a powerful psychological mechanism. Disgust is wired for survival, clarity, and change. When harnessed intentionally, it can become one of the strongest m

Optimism: The Antidote for Disintegrated Aging By L.T. Force, Ph.D. Gerontologist Introduction Aging has long been painted in shades of decline — slowing down, stepping aside, and surrendering vitality. But what if the true antidote to aging isn’t found in a pill, diet, or medical breakthrough? What if it lies in something far more accessible and deeply human — optimism - imbedded in meaning and purpose? Optimism isn’t naive hope or blind positivity. It’s the conscious choice