Mid-Week Balance: 22 May 2013

Hey all--I hope that your week is going well.  I'm in kind of a blurry state this week between end of school activities and a crazy full schedule myself.  But I have managed to round up some good stuff this week.  There is a section of grab-bag goodness and a section of patient and provider voices. I hope that you find something that speaks to … [Read more...]

Mid-Week Balance: 15 May 2013

Hi all--if you noticed that MWB was missing last week, I apologize.  I was home with a sick kiddo, and didn't make it to the computer.  But, everyone is healthy this week, and I have an enormous round-up for you.  There is so much good stuff that I am going to jump right in. Self-Care and Self-Criticism So often in my office, I hear … [Read more...]

Mid-Week Balance: 1 May 2013

Happy May Day!  I know that most people don't leave baskets of flowers on their neighbors' doorsteps any longer, but maybe today's roundup of amazing writing will be a mental bouquet for you.  I am following my own advice and writing this post outside while I enjoy the gorgeous spring weather (before the snow is supposed to move in … [Read more...]

Mid-Week Balance: 24 April 2013

Hello everyone--hope this edition of MWB finds you doing well.  Today, we've managed to move from snow to spring here in the Kansas City.  This week's round-up edition features several double-headers.  Normally, I choose one post per author per week, but this week I just couldn't choose. This week is a whole lot of focus on self-care.  There is … [Read more...]

Mid-Week Balance: 17 April 2013

Hello all--and special thoughts of care and support for anyone reading this who was affected by the bombings in Boston this week.  As we continue to face challenging and traumatic events, I feel even more strongly about sharing good self-care resources.  That means this week's round-up is large.  The first section focuses specifically on healthy … [Read more...]