Relationships are Medicine

Relationships weigh heaviest as factor in health and well-being, much more than diet, arguably exercise, and drugs. I’ve felt at my worst when living or working in emotionally toxic environments, and at my best when being part of a supportive community. Lack of care and support, given and received, is a poison. It causes body … Read more

The Scenic Road to Well-Being: Reading the Signs of How You Are

Reading the Signs of Well-Being Taking the scenic road to well-being means that I use therapies and practices which take time, some of which are short-term, and some of which are long-term; some methods bring immediate results, while other methods work like a snowball effect, with noticeable changes occurring much later in time. Some methods … Read more

Loving Dad

A story of healing the soul of my family and turning fear and resentment into love   The happiest memories of my Dad and I are the first ones that I can recall. They involve apples, a yellow jackknife and a bench in the park. Dad used to hold me on his knees, and feed … Read more