Jan 10, 20197 minThe WorkDo you want to learn something that can change your life powerfully, yet is simple? Something that is applicable to small or large...
Jan 26, 20174 minTelling Your StoryI recently spent some time reflecting on my father’s childhood. His was a traumatic one, to say the least: physical and emotional abuse,...
May 3, 20163 minLearn to Thrive as a Highly Sensitive Person (Part 3): Creativity(see earlier articles: Learning to Thrive as an HSP Part 1, Part 2, The Impact of Stress on the Highly Sensitive Person) This is one of a...
May 2, 20163 minLearn to Thrive as a Highly Sensitive Person (Part 2): MeditationThis is the third in a series of blog posts exploring my experience in working with the Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) in my naturopathic...
May 29, 20154 minImpacts of Stress on the Highly Sensitive PersonI’m not going out on a limb when I say that North American urban culture is a stressful one. Many of us are working longer hours than 20...
Mar 18, 20132 minViewing Photos of Baby Animals Increases ProductivityAs you may have heard, a new (awesome) study was released suggesting that viewing photos of adorable baby animals actually increases...
Jan 25, 20132 minLaughter is the Best MedicineAccording to psychologist Dr. Cliff Arnill, the most depressing day of the year is the third Monday of January. This year “Blue Monday”...
Dec 7, 20122 minPump Up Your Willpower Muscle for the HolidayFor those watching their waistline, the holiday season can be a minefield of temptations. More treats at work, and more parties with...
Sep 5, 20121 minMeditation May Reduce Loneliness and Chronic Disease in Older AdultsAll too often, older adults in our community suffer from loneliness. This not only affects their quality of life, but can increase risk...
Mar 21, 20094 minMultitaskingIt’s 8:00 am. You’re making oatmeal, helping your son with his homework, getting lunches ready for the family, and the phone rings. ...
Dec 21, 20084 minAttitude Isn’t EverythingA recent study published in the journal Cancer caught my eye. University of Pennsylvania researchers looked at the role of attitude in...