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This is a difficult time for all of us. It feels like the hate and violence is escalating, and peace of mind becomes harder to find. I especially feel it right this minute as it has hit here, too close to home. Last week a friend of mine set up a display of large round…
Good morning, With bad news headlines hitting us constantly these days, I thought I’d share a couple of good news articles with you today, and then open a discussion about how to find joy in difficult times. Butterflies in the UK have been brought back from extinction! Scientists worked for 40 years with butterfly larvae…
Well, we’ve reached the “dog days” of August. And, it’s hot in the Berkshires. I’ve been spending every possible moment outside to take advantage of summer this year. My vegetable garden is doing well, but the flower garden has been taken over by weeds. Every year I find it difficult to keep on top of…
Last post we talked about the relationship between chronic pain and our brain health. Today let’s examine some delicious, fresh and in season foods that benefit our brains. Maybe even re-think our summer picnics and go back to planning “old fashioned” picnics. When I was a child, we ate what was in season. I find…
Summer is time for gardens and yard work. I love my gardens, but I know it’s a lot of back breaking work. Many people over 40, that I know, suffer from chronic back, neck, or shoulder pain all summer, from spending long days working in their yards and gardens. That’s not good for our bodies,…
In the last couple of weeks, I’ve seen evidence that working from home or binge-watching TV during this COVID-19 epidemic brings up another whole set of health issues. More people with back pain than you can shake a stick at! That’s understandable for a couple of reasons – let me explain: Sitting too much by…
Our generation has not faced anything like this Covid-19 epidemic before, so, naturally, we’re a bit scared, worried, or stressed. It’s OK to feel those feelings and acknowledge them. We must make sure that we are taking care of ourselves and our family so that we have the best chance of keeping the virus away.…
What can a Health Coach do for you? One of my most frequently asked questions is, “What, exactly, is a health coach?” When you think about the word coach, you perhaps see Bill Belichick with his headphones, telling Brady what play to use. Or, maybe you think of your high school soccer or baseball coach.…