Welcome to B.U.D.S
Build. Understand. Discipline. Stillness.
Welcome to B.U.D.S — my personal Substack and little corner on the interwebs, where I chronicle some of the things I’ve learned as a Pharmacist and Father as I attempt to make sense of the world while trying to improve the health and wellness of my community.
B.U.D.S stands for Build, Understand, Discipline, and Stillness – four pillars that form the foundation of my approach to holistic health and self-actualization:
Build
My mission is to create a supportive community of individuals committed to personal growth and creating a better world for tomorrow. Here, you'll find a space to share, learn, and connect with like-minded individuals on similar journeys to reduce their medication needs, while becoming better individuals for themselves and their loved ones.
Understand
Modern living is filled with nuance and complexity, making it essential to study the world through a lens of curiosity, compassion, and empathy. Join me as I dive deep into various topics like the shortcomings of our healthcare systems, blending ancient philosophies with modern-day medicine to improve mental health, or raising children in the age of artificial intelligence and social media. I hope to share all I’ve learned as I explore the world of the esoteric.
Discipline
Mental and physical training are key to developing strength and resilience. On my Substack, I explore and share practical techniques to cultivate discipline in your daily life, helping you overcome challenges and embrace obstacles to achieve your goals.
Stillness
In the chaos of everyday life, moments of tranquillity are precious. Enjoy weekly doses of stillness and other techniques to incorporate mindfulness and presence into your daily routine, bringing balance and peace to your busy days.
B.U.D.S. is my little corner on the internet where I share my thoughts on topics that I enjoy thinking about. Here, you’ll find a rich archive of content related to:
PediatRx — My sub-substack dedicated to sharing personal anecdotes and musings from my own experience as a pediatric pharmacist and Father. In these posts, I distill practical advise and lessons into valuable “prescriptions” for parents with a goal of nurturing resilient and compassionate children.
My personal reflections on overcoming struggles and embracing challenges as opportunities for growth, learning and overcoming failure.
Insights on managing & reversing present-day mental health challenges through lifestyle medicine and applying teachings from philosophy and modern wisdom.
My podcast, "Deprescribe," which focuses on helping individuals reduce their reliance on antidepressants and explore alternative strategies for managing depression and anxiety.
Closing Thoughts
As a healthcare provider, I've witnessed firsthand the impact of chronic diseases and mental health struggles on individuals and families. As a pharmacist, although I’m handcuffed by my scope of practice and limited resources to impact change and improve clinical outcomes at scale, I’m committed to spark a movement to help change the narrative in healthcare from sick, static-care to dynamic, preventive care.
Whether you're seeking to improve your health, a parent navigating the challenges of modern child-rearing, or someone looking to enhance your overall well-being, I hope my Substack can provide you with some solace, food for thought and hope.
If you’ve read this far, thank you for your time. I hope you consider joining my community as we explore the intersections of physical health, mental resilience, and personal growth. Together, we can build a foundation for a more balanced, fulfilling life — one that embraces both the challenges and the joys of our complex world.
With loving kindness.
Shawn Gill.
"The heart is like a garden. It can grow compassion or fear, resentment or love.
What seeds will you plant there?"
— Jack Kornfield
