Our minds are constantly thinking. It’s their primary job, and while we don’t always like the content, we have to admire these active overachievers. You might say our minds are workaholics, accomplishing tasks with unparalleled precision some days, and absolutely annoying on others. These powerhouse performers thrive on chaos and love fast paced living. It’s… Read more »
Mental Health
From Mind-full to Mindful
- By Amy Austin, PSYD, LMFT
- July/August 2024
It’s Sunday morning and you’re relaxing, enjoying a cup of coffee outside on the patio relishing the sounds of nature, giving your busy mind and body a break. At least that was your intention. But once again, your thoughts are getting in the way of what seemed like a good idea at the moment. Worries… Read more »
Beating the Heat: Staying Active and Mindful with Yoga This Summer
- By Jennifer Yockey
- July/August 2024
As the summer heat bears down upon us, it can be tempting to retreat into the comfort of air-conditioned spaces and put our active lifestyles on hold. However, this is precisely the time when we need the benefits of movement, breathwork and mindfulness the most. Yoga helps us cultivate a deep sense of mindfulness… Read more »
Embracing the Beauty of Aging
- By Stacey Michele Blackwell, CHC
- July/August 2024
As a health coach deeply immersed in the intricacies of natural health, I’ve often pondered society’s fixation on youthful appearances. From a tender age, my perception of aging has always diverged from the mainstream. I remember being 8 or 9, captivated by the older individuals around me. Their wrinkles and lines were not signs of… Read more »
TMS for PTSD: A Case Study
- By Keerthy Sunder, MD
- May/June 2024
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition triggered by experiencing traumatic events, resulting in symptoms like flashbacks, nightmares and severe anxiety. Conventional treatments include pharmacological and therapeutic interventions, while promising emerging treatments include forms of neuromodulation like transcranial magnetic stimulation, or in this case, a particular subset of TMS: personalized repetitive transcranial magnetic… Read more »
Personalized TMS for Mood Disorders
- By Keerthy Sunder, MD
- January/February 2024
Wandering through the tunnels of your mind, mood disorders create an emotional or physical upset, often impairing your ability to function at your peak. A mood disorder can take many shapes, from continued feelings of melancholy to experiencing emotional turmoil. Understanding and realizing these disorders is a giant leap toward ensuring mental wellness. The treatment… Read more »
Get Your Head in the Game
- By Rich Goldberg, MD
- January/February 2024
What keeps golfers from reaching their potential and hitting more good shots? Most of the time, the problem is interference from intrusive thoughts and emotions. Golfers have a lot going on in their head. For example, while standing over a simple short putt, golfers may think, “Do I have the right line? The last thing… Read more »
2024: Stop, Challenge, Consider, Choose
- By Jennifer Yockey
- January/February 2024
As we usher in 2024, let this be the year that the rhythm of life is not dictated by its pace but by our deliberate actions—where each step is a conscious choice. By embracing “Stop, Challenge, Consider, Choose,” we create thoughtful intention guiding us towards a more purposeful and hopefully, more peaceful existence. Stop: The… Read more »
There is considerable discourse these days about longevity and its correlation to how we manage stress. Stress seems like a conditional part of day-to-day living. It is natural to have intermittent tension in life, yet incessant stress seems the new norm and ultimately creates risks for health decline. When chronic stress elevates, we find ourselves… Read more »
When was the last time you were out of your mind? Not with the help of outside influences, but on your own accord. Completely and utterly absent from thought, rumination and responsibility. Our minds never seem to stop thinking, planning and problem solving, especially during this vibrant time of year. Busy brain has its benefits,… Read more »
Finding Peace During the Holiday Hustle
- By Jennifer Yockey
- November/December 2023
The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration and togetherness, but it can also bring a fair share of stress and anxiety. From the hustle and bustle of shopping for gifts to the pressures of hosting family gatherings, it’s easy to become overwhelmed. However, there are ancient practices that can help you navigate this… Read more »
Too Sick of Toxic People?
- By Amy Austin, PSYD, LMFT
- November/December 2023
Relationships are hard to navigate even in the best of times. We bring with us a myriad of life experiences that can enhance or detract from what once seemed like a blissful union. As time marches on, we can settle into a place of comfortability with an unconscious, invisible permission slip that says, “Because I… Read more »
Holiday Mindfulness
- By Candice Nicole
- November/December 2023
I love this time of year. As November draws near, I start thinking about my holiday menus, invite lists and the flurry of activity and travel that are sure to ensue. It’s time for cooking, entertaining and all the merrymaking of the season. But with that also comes the temptation of veering off course from… Read more »
Creativity Lives in the Now
- By Reverend David Flint
- November/December 2023
It is true that change is the eternal constant. The average human body is replacing over 3.8 million cells a second, approximately 140 million babies are born every day and 275 million stars are born every year. And each moment of our lives is completely and uniquely different than any other moment that ever was… Read more »
Expanding Consciousness to Counter Fears
- By Peter Canova
- November/December 2023
Fear is the greatest impediment to our health and well-being, not illness, pollution, GMO food tampering or war. Fear casts a shadow over our lives from the day we are born to the day we pass on. It’s the root cause of all the things mentioned above, affecting our mental, emotional and physical health. Hopefully,… Read more »
It’s a tepid desert evening as the sky fades from sunset to dusk. Small floating lights sway on a crystal blue pool surrounded by hundreds of flickering candles. Soothing music and the scent of lavender fill the air. You take a deep breath and snuggle into your plush blanket and pillow as your floating vessel… Read more »
The Dangers of Hidden Anger
- By Amy Austin, PSYD, LMFT
- September/October 2023
When a toddler has a meltdown because they didn’t get the Skittles they had to have, they are seeking autonomy and a sense of independence by stating, “I am me! I am here! Listen to me!” However, an adult losing it with a loved one, impulsively reacting with insults or sarcasm, can be a sign… Read more »
Harvesting Gratitude This Fall
- By Jennifer Yockey
- September/October 2023
Autumn, with its traditionally referenced vibrant foliage and crisp air, provides a perfect backdrop for cultivating gratitude. As nature prepares for a season of rest, we also can mirror this process in our own lives by embracing mindfulness and appreciation, and spending time in reflection and letting go. Yoga, a practice that harmonizes the mind,… Read more »
The Miraculous Medicine of a Grateful Heart
- By Sharon R. Guthrie, PhD
- September/October 2023
Amidst the busyness of life, it is easy to forget the little things that contribute to our overall health and wellness. Gratitude, defined as an appreciation of the good things in one’s life, is one of those often-overlooked things. Recent research in quantum science and psychology, however, indicates that one of the most powerful components… Read more »
Summer is in the rear-view mirror and fall is at our doorstep. Before transitioning to the blossoming season, it is helpful to reminisce upon summer and reflect upon our experiences. Stepping forward with wisdom often involves looking back as to where we’ve been and the lessons we’ve gleaned. In a personal reflection, I revisited memories… Read more »
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