Let me start out with the disclaimer that I’m not a therapist, nor do I play one on TV, so the following is not based on my educational training but my life experiences and observations. Lately, life has brought a few sucker punches. I’ve found...
Unless you’re a Tibetan monk, surrounded by nothing but other peaceful Tibetan monks, chances are you run into people and events that make you just plain angry sometimes. And that’s okay. Anger is a very common human emotion, and in many instances, it can serve...
I never want to be famous. Fortunately, that’s not very likely. If you’re like me, though, you’ve imagined having some of the perks. Influence, financial benefits, maybe free invites to cool places… Then I read the recent news about Naomi Osaka. (Here’s one article: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/05/31/sports/tennis/naomi-osaka-quits-french-open-depression.html...
I don’t know about you, but I’m confused. I’m not sure whether or not I’m supposed to wear a mask or not, whether it’s actually safe to take it off or if wisdom suggests I keep wearing it a little while longer, if not forever....
Hey there. I thought I’d check in and see how you’re doing. It’s mid-May already…and it seems like it was just January. We’re definitely in Spring now! Gorgeous, unpredictable, beautiful and irritating if you have allergies. I find my emotions and moods follow the season...
It's easy for most of us to feel more hopeful this time of year. For some, especially this year. Not only are the flowering trees and spring flowers blooming in all their glory, but the availability of and actually getting the vaccine for many is...
Welcome to Whole and Holy Integrative Wellness! As of February 1, 2021, Susan and I (Michele) have joined our energies to form not only a therapy practice but a vision for integrative wellness that includes care for the mind, body and spirit. Whole and Holy...