DR. MCLAUGHLIN'S MISSION
To teach, coach, guide, help, and lead individuals, groups, teams, and businesses to the concepts of life alignment to help them become the best version of themselves.
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
"This book will transform your interactions and relationships."
—Jon Gordon, 18 x New York Times Best-Selling Author
“Dr. McLaughlin is a gifted communicator with the unique ability to share ideas that will add value to anyone's journey in both business and life”
—Kevin Brown, The Hero Effect
“As a writer and publisher, I’ve read my fair share of books. Rarely do the words evoke a strong emotional response from me. This is the exception. Patrick’s wisdom and heartfelt message will resonate deep into the hearts of nearly anyone. It’s a book I would be proud to put on my shelf, but more valuable in the hands of my children.”
—Doug Crowe, Author Your Brand, Inc.
“The Bear Facts of Life is filled with important lessons about how to live your best life. Pat captures the essence of joy, loyalty, and unconditional love that dogs bring into our homes and hearts. This book is a treasure trove of wisdom and emotions that resonates deeply, reminding us to cherish every moment with our beloved pets, and to exemplify their best traits when engaging with others.”
—Steve Hockett, CEO & Rob Goggins, President, Great Clips
“Patrick McLaughlin has written something rare — a memoir that transforms personal devastation into genuine wisdom. McLaughlin writes with the authenticity that can only come from someone who has walked through the valley and emerged with something valuable to share. This book will speak to anyone ready to stop running from their pain and start learning from it.”
—Ryan Minton, 2 x Best-Selling Author and Keynote Speaker
“As someone deeply invested in innovation and leadership, I can say that The Power of Being Present offers invaluable insights into mindfulness and focused awareness that are essential for success in today's fast-paced world. This book is a must-read for aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned professionals alike, providing practical strategies to harness the power of presence for transformative growth.”
—Bernard Bell, Executive Director of the Shuford Program in Entrepreneurship, UNC-Chapel Hill
BOOKS
A Dock.
A Dog.
A Doctor.
A Destiny.
A Divine Calling.
Dr. Patrick McLaughlin's life was moving fast, with his dreams and goals on track. Married, raising four kids, serving patients, growing fifty side businesses, and trying to keep up with a full and sometimes chaotic life.
Then one day, on his coastal North Carolina dock, his world was upended.
With his life suddenly turned upside down, it took his favorite dog, Bear, to remind him of what was important: to live a full life each and every day. What McLaughlin found through this life transformation, was that these principles were universal in not only every dog, but in every person that he knew who lives with purpose.
A lifelong personal development learner, McLaughlin meshed these life lessons learned from Bear and powerful books, to reveal The Bear Facts of Life.
Dr. McLaughlin and his favorite Goldendoodle dog, Bear, take you through these "facts of life" to give the reader a roadmap to what matters most in life. All dogs show these traits each and every day, if we will only take the time to recognize and observe. The Bear Facts of Life serve as invaluable daily reminders to what really matters in this short time we have on Earth.
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"Dr. McLaughlin is a gifted communicator with the unique ability to share ideas that will add value to anyone's journey in both business and life."
-Kevin Brown, The HERO Effect
When an unexpected coastal snowstorm shut down life in North Carolina, Dr. Patrick McLaughlin found himself with something rare: uninterrupted time. Fresh from a joyful weekend with his brother and son, yet still healing from heartbreaking personal losses, he realized that this pause was more than weather-it was an invitation to embrace The Present.
Loss touches all of us. Regret over the past, anxiety about the future, and endless digital distractions often steal the richness of life that's right in front of us. But Dr. McLaughlin offers a powerful antidote: the practice of presence.
In this beautifully designed, full 4-color book, Dr. McLaughlin blends unforgettable stories, practical wisdom, and even a few "recipes" for resilience. Each page is crafted to inspire, encourage, and remind you that:
Presence is the answer to overcoming loss.
Presence is the key to living a meaningful, memorable life.
Presence is the ultimate gift-if only we take the time to open it.
Engaging, heartfelt, and visually stunning, this book is more than words on a page-it's an experience. A gift for yourself, and one to share with those you love.
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DR. MCLAUGHLIN IS A JON GORDON CERTIFIED FACILITATOR
Jon Gordon is among the top 3 as a leadership author and speaker of the world, #1 consultant to CEO’s, NFLA, NBA, and more, and an inspirational teacher who’s helped millions.
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