Saying, “Yes,” to life means also having to say, “No,” at times. Requests of us can be small — “Do you want to meet for coffee?” — or big, “Can I stay at your apartment for a few weeks?” When we fear the disapproval of others, we often say yes regardless of our true feelings. In dealing with doctors or other caregivers, it’s easy … Continued
Spring is the time of year when life flourishes expressing its beauty all around us. We witness the springtime loveliness in the blossoming flowers and the fresh activity of insects, worms, birds, and small animals. The final 5 miles of my drive to work is a stretch of straight road. This morning for some reason, … Continued
What is LOVE? Love is just the sweetness of emotion. When we look at who we are and how we experience life, we only experience life from within ourselves. Rarely—if ever—do we think about it, but the fact is it is impossible to experience life in any other way. On Valentine’s Day we are called to focus … Continued
With a New Year approaching, now is the perfect time to look back over the past year and consider where you feel positive about the forward motion you’ve made, as well as assess the areas you’d like to focus on more to make changes. For now, let’s focus specifically on your health. I want to encourage … Continued
I always tell my patients that holidays and fun events are to be celebrated. Consider which events or holidays mean the most to you, and then plan to have a good time and eat some of your favorite, fun foods. Also, consider those foods and recipes you can tweak slightly to be a little healthier. Now, for … Continued
Anxiety is a common disorder which millions of people deal with every day. Post COVID-19, anxiety disorders have had a huge surge, however only a very small percentage of people will seek help, learn the source of their anxiety, or get effective treatment. Symptoms can be as simple as always being on the go, unaware … Continued
Spring is coming, and with the warmer days this can be an exciting time of the year to begin thinking about having your own home garden. Planting a garden can be healthy, wholesome and fun outdoor activity for the whole family. Children love to be outdoors and see the magic of a garden growing. I … Continued
“Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food” (Hippocrates) Since early childhood, I have struggled with a never ending range of health ordeals: Celiac disease, lactose intolerance, sebaceous cysts, ovarian cysts, lipomas, osteopenia, bleeding ulcers, acid reflux, irritable bowel syndrome, headaches, swelling in parts of my body, skin infections, weight gain, blood clots, … Continued
Throughout 2020 and 2021, with COVID-19 dominating our consciousness and restricting our actions and movements, one day has seemed very little different to another. For most of us, the restrictions were most strongly felt in the absence of the usual celebrations and fun of the festive and holiday periods, the getting together with friends and … Continued
Our Culture I grew up in England, and coming to the United States my first Thanksgiving was a little overwhelming. I knew something of the history of Thanksgiving, but was unprepared for the Thanksgiving feast. My husband’s family was very large, whereas I came from a small family and growing up in England meal times, … Continued