Dr. Hotchkiss is a graduate of the University of Michigan, baby boomer, musician, and retired dentist. The Changeover is the fruition of a lifelong professional and personal search for answers to difficult questions, especially how to successfully manage stress, anxiety, fear and depression. The wise counsel he shares offers a refreshing alternative to the stress that has become accepted as "normal." His goal is to help his reader undo negative thoughts and replace them with an honest, positive outlook on life.