Power Naps
Feeling tired during the day? Try a power nap. Have you ever been so tired that your eyes felt like they were ON FIRE? Well, years ago I had been seeing patients for physical therapy in four different buildings: Outpatient,…
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,…
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…