Balance

As we enter another new year, I am feeling the pressure to change, improve, and grow. I am exhausted from not only the holidays, but also with the pandemic and daily stress. How do I know what is best, to rest or to challenge myself?  Dear Reader,  Thank you for your question and willingness to […]

Holistic Ways to Treat Insomnia: Part 1 Question: I have been struggling with my sleep lately and wondering about natural ways to help me sleep. Because I haven’t been sleeping well, I am tired during the day. I have tried over-the-counter medications, but I have woken up with a hangover feeling the following day.  Dear

We often think of tea as a warm, cozy cup we can sip on while curled up with a good book. Visions of sitting with a lap blanket in front of a warm hearth with our cuppa can create instant feelings of relaxation. But tea has an even deeper sacredness. Specifically, the traditional Chinese tea

“The spiritual life is first of all a life. It is not merely something to be known and studied, it is to be lived.” —Thomas Merton (from Thoughts in Solitude) This is it. We’re finally here. We have arrived and are fully present and accountable.  We have made it to 2022.  The last couple of

For several months, I’ve been struggling to fall asleep at night. More recently, I’ve been waking up during the night and can’t get back to sleep for an hour or so. It’s starting to affect my mood as well as my job performance. What suggestions do you have for how to get a good night’s

Question: I am diagnosed with an anxiety disorder, and I am interested in holistic tools and more natural medicines to manage my anxiety. What treatment options should I bring up with my mental health provider for my treatment for my anxiety?  I am glad that you are being proactive about your mental health and increasing