Why Bring Dreamwork and Chinese Medicine Together?
I’ve had to admit that only certain people lean in and ask for more when I say, “I had such an interesting dream last night…” Others give a vague, “Hm,” or steer the conversation to another subject. And that’s fine. I love talking about dreams – with people who love talking about dreams. When a…
Read MoreWellness Overwhelm? How to Choose the ONE THING That’ll Make the Biggest Difference
I’m ready to feel better this year. I want more energy, less pain, and better sleep. You, too? So let’s just go ahead and go to bed early, exercise six days a week, cut all the junk out of our diets, meditate daily, and install that whole-house water filter, shall we? By January 31? Wait…
Read MoreMy Top 4 Immune Boosts (that are effective, low-cost and low carbon footprint)
I’d be willing to bet you’re ready to boost your immune system right about now. This time of year, I get asked over and over: “How can I keep from getting sick?” Here are four of my favorite simple ways to boost your immune system. They may make colds and flus less frequent, and, just as…
Read MoreWhat’s Your Insomnia Type?
“I’m so tired… but I can’t sleep!!” I hear you. Let’s start figuring out WHY. What type of “can’t-sleep” is it? Trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or both? Restless? Night sweats? Waking up too early? I love sleeping. And I love helping other people get good sleep, because it helps everything! Lack of sleep –…
Read MoreYou’ve Called Me Out
You’ve called me out, Greta Thunberg. My son. All you young people gazing beyond my lifetime, declaring, “This is not acceptable.” You are brave. You are determined. You have high expectations for humanity. And you’re right. In the last 10 years, I lost hope that humanity would wake up before it was too late. I…
Read MoreWhat’s for (healthy) breakfast?
I like to start the day with warm lemon water, or hot ginger tea. But THEN what? Decisions, decisions. And conflicting opinions, conflicting opinions… One reason you see a wide variety of recommendations about how to eat is that there are lots of ways to eat that work. One reason you see such different recommendations…
Read More“You’re too stressed! Calm down!” vs. ACTUALLY FEELING SOOTHED
How soothing is it to hear the words, “You’re too stressed about this. Just calm down!” Whether someone else says it or you speak it in your own mind, I don’t think this tends to be the most soothing, stress-relieving thing to hear. Nor is it very stress-relieving to hear about all the health problems…
Read MoreBetter Relationships, Sex Lives & Understanding among couples using Fertility Awareness
“Body literacy” really is an apt term for the life skill of Fertility Awareness. When you can read the signs your body is giving you – when you understand what’s happening day to day in your cycle – you are far more capable of making informed decisions and better understanding your experiences. It’s a kind…
Read MoreQ&A: Breast Tenderness after a Hysterectomy
Question: I’ve had a hysterectomy, but I still have my ovaries. Sometimes I get breast pain, and I wonder if it has to do with my cycle. Is there any way to tell where I am in my cycle, with no period? Answer: If you have your ovaries, you are probably still having an ovarian…
Read MoreSkills for Resilience
So, there are some reasons to be alarmed right now, and reasons to be taking action. I feel there are the same reasons to be cultivating adaptability and resilience for ourselves, our loved ones, our communities. I’ve been reflecting on the skills/mindsets that I hope will serve me, my family and our community no matter…
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