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5 Ways COVID-19 Helped Me Breathe
Years ago, I decided to learn my through personal crisis. Death, heartbreak, finances, you name it, and I found a book to teach me how...
Aug 25, 20242 min read


When it comes to Self-Care, Think Like a Squirrel!
Thinking of self-care brings to mind the fable of Simon the Squirrel. Simon had a fierce pride that prevented him from asking for help...
Aug 25, 20243 min read


We kill time, time buries us!
Myth 3: Self-care is only for those with the time and resources. Fact: Self-care is important for everyone, regardless of the...
Aug 25, 20243 min read


MYTH # 2: Self Care is a one-time indulgence
FACT: Self-care is an ongoing practice that requires consistent effort and attention. Not long ago, a young man asked for my opinion on...
Aug 25, 20242 min read


Debunking the Myths of Self-Care
MYTH # 1: Self Care is Selfish FACT: Self-care is the innate instinct in all living beings to protect and preserve themselves from harm...
Aug 25, 20242 min read


Could you label your body parts on a diagram?
"Remember, you know your body better than anyone else," emphasized my acupuncturist during our recent conversation about my flare with...
Aug 25, 20243 min read


What does it mean to "Be Well?"
After creating the small change Toolkit two years ago, I played around with a few slogans and decided on “Be Well, start small," which...
Aug 25, 20242 min read


LOVE THE ONE YOU'RE WITH
The song “Love the One You’re With” was first released by Stephen Stills in 1970. The story goes that the song was inspired by Stills’...
Aug 25, 20243 min read


Physical vs Chronological Age
I made shrimp scampi this week and shared some with one of my brothers. When he stopped by to pick it up, my daughter noticed his...
Aug 25, 20243 min read


10 reasons to try the small change approach to health and wellness!
I f you asked my primary care physician if I'm healthy, he would probably say "no." Why? In 2009, he and a neurosurgeon diagnosed me with...
Aug 25, 20242 min read


Do you know what it means to "Be Well?"?
Health and wellness are related concepts that refer to overall well-being but they can have distinct implications. Typically, discussions...
Aug 25, 20243 min read
How much time and money do you invest in your body?
I recently had conversations with two of my older brothers, and both times we discussed health, happiness, and money. I always enjoy...
Jun 9, 20243 min read
Three things the Alphabet and Gratitude have in common
I am determined to raise awareness of the health benefits of learning to live grateful. I am so determined that I recently completed part...
Jun 3, 20242 min read
The ABCs of Gratitude: Z = Zen
The present moment is filled with joy and happiness. If you are attentive, you will see it. Thich Nhat Hahn I don’t claim...
Jun 3, 20242 min read
The ABCs of Gratitude: Y = Yes
Gratitude and the Power of saying “YES” Do you always play it safe? Do you rigidly stick to routines, fearing pushing boundaries and...
Jun 3, 20242 min read
The ABCs of Gratitude: X = X-Factor
Gratitude and the X-Factor are intrinsically linked, both possessing the power to profoundly transform our lives. Although the term...
Jun 3, 20242 min read
The ABCs of Gratitude: W = Wonder
"I would maintain that thanks are the highest form of thought, and that gratitude is happiness doubled by wonder." ...
Jun 3, 20243 min read
The ABCs of Gratitude: V = the Virtue of Honesty
You can tell no worse lie than the lie you tell yourself! Honesty is a virtue that causes more problems than many of us care to...
Jun 3, 20243 min read
The ABCs of Gratitude: U = Universal
Gratitude is a universal language that transcends culture, religion, and spiritual practices. Regardless of our differences, learning to...
Jun 3, 20242 min read
The ABCs of Gratitude: T = Transformation
Are you a caterpillar or a butterfly? There once was a caterpillar named Cecily. She lived in a lush meadow filled with dancing...
Jun 3, 20242 min read
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