" I am grateful for what I am and have. My thanksgiving is perpetual. "   Henry David Thoreau   We're about to pause for a day to acknowledge our blessings. But let’s be honest: by the beginning of next week, most of us will have forgotten the holiday feeling entirely.   So, I’m issuing a 2025 Thanksgiving Day Challenge – moving forward, let’s make every day a day to be grateful! Wherever you are this Thanksgiving Day, why not start a Gratitude Jar or Box?   Here are 10 reaso

"The beauty is in the walking — we are betrayed by destinations." Gwyn Thomas   Recently, I went to a rehab facility to visit two family members. The first one was in bed, somewhat restless. We chatted for a few minutes. Before I left, I asked if there was anything I could do or bring for them. “Get me out of here – I’m ready to go home” was their reply. I let them know I wished I could help, but couldn’t take them home. So, I said a quiet prayer, “Lord help, thanks,” as I le

"Laughter is a tranquilizer with no side effects." — Arnold H. Glasow   When we're feeling stressed or just need a break from life’s emotional rollercoaster, we all have our go-to comforts. For some, it’s food. For others, a drink takes the edge off, but too much can leave us with a hangover and possible health risks. Prescription drugs might be a temporary fix, but they often cause drowsiness. Even scrolling through social media can be a quick escape; however, it sometimes

In the world of medicine, if I can put you on a pill, I can see you every three months for the rest of your life. That’s how we make money in medicine. If I put you on a plant-based diet and get you better, I probably won’t see you again.    James Bennie, M.D.   I’m not a vegetarian or vegan, but if I had to choose between eating only fruits and vegetables or meat for the rest of my life, I’d happily choose fruits and veggies. As a kid, I loved them and still crave the nostal

“No water, no life. Know water, know life!”   What’s the first liquid you consume when you wake up in the morning? For me, it’s always water. After an overnight fast, hydrating my body with water first thing in the morning triggers muscle contractions in my stomach and gives my digestive process a boost, helping to flush out toxins from the previous day. Usually, one 16-ounce bottle gets things circulating and trains my bowels to move on schedule. I like to keep my water inta

“Don’t fight with the pillow, but lay down your head, and kick every worriment out of the bed.” Edmund Vance Cooke In a fast-paced world that glorifies hustle, celebrates all-nighters, and often treats sleep as a luxury rather than a necessity, this week, I’m using Wellness Tip #7 to remind you that SLEEP matters. Adequate sleep touches nearly every aspect of your well-being. Long-term sleep deprivation raises your risk for serious cardiovascular and metabolic prob

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