Softening Into. . .

Anyone who has spent time with me has probably heard a little bit about the huge crush that I have on yoga.  I love yoga--it makes my body and mind feel better connected, and puts me in a very happy space with my body.  Getting certified to teach yoga, and finding ways to integrate yoga into my therapy practice are both on my bucket list.   … [Read more...]

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 3 April 2013

Happy Wednesday--I am in a bit of shock that it is already April.  This week, I have an enormous round-up for you.  This week, in addition to posts on mindfulness and self-care. I have an extra section.  I'm including several articles about healthcare, and patient experiences in the healthcare system.  I may try to make this a regular feature, … [Read more...]

Mid-Week Balance: 6 February 2013

So you may have noticed that there wasn't a round-up last week.  I'm sorry about that.  I had the articles all pulled and lined up, and then I just ran out of steam.  As I mentioned last Friday, our house has been germ central recently, and sleep seemed the better part of valor while I tried to protect myself from the germs.  And while I am … [Read more...]

Walking the Walk

Hi all.  I hope that you are having a wonderful Friday.  I am--mostly.  But I'm bushed today.  We're having an unseasonably warm day, and I need to take a walk to let my body remember how good moving feels when the temperature is above freezing. So, I'm going to practice what I preach and engage in some active self-care.  That means that I'll … [Read more...]