The Relaxation Response
The Relaxation Response is a stress reduction technique used by physicians and therapists to help patients relieve symptoms naturally.
Benefits of Yoga
My Yoga Story To understand the benefits of Yoga in my life, I’d like to share a story with you. The setting is my all-girl high school gym class at St. Agnes in NY. We wore a special athletic uniform,…
Too Tired to Exercise
I AM TOO TIRED TO EXERCISE! I Know you are too tired... I hear you! But, we were made to move our bodies! The human body has over 300 joints. Yep, That’s a lot of joints! So we’re divinely designed…
My 3 favorite Healing Books
Recently, I was asked to share books that changed my life. I looked through all of the books in my living room, bedroom, and the bathroom. Yes, I read books in the bath tub! ? I came up with three books…
The Power of Hugs
How I learned about the healing power of hugs. I first learned the power of a hug from my 4 year old son. I remember, vividly, how I was crying in the kitchen while washing dishes. I don't remember why…
Laughter Heals You
Did you know laughing (even if you fake it) is scientifically proven to improve your health? Laughter was first studied for its healing effects in 1964 when Dr. William Fry, a professor of Psychology at Stanford University, acquired the…
Simple Green Smoothie Recipe
Green Smoothie Recipe I want to share a great Green Smoothie Recipe from Betty Sue O'Brian's book, Going Green the Smoothie Way. 1/4 papaya or 1/4 cup seeded cherries 2 handfuls organic collards or other greens 2 tablespoons fresh parsley…
Compassion can be Beneficial to Your Health.
Please comment at the end if this blog helps you in any way ? As a 6th grade girl in catholic school I was given an assignment by my teacher. She was a wonderful, tiny, dressed in full habit, Carmelite…
Burnout
Do you feel like a candle burning at both ends? Are your eyes on fire most of the time? Do you feel disoriented? Is it hard to move your body? You may be experiencing Burnout. One day, I was driving…
Girls’ Night Out may Prevent Illnesses
One of the simple ways to to be healthier is a GIRLS' NIGHT OUT, which actually prevents illnesses (same goes for guys' night out). When your friend calls you does this sound familiar? "Hi, do you have time for lunch or dinner…