We recently watched a Ted Talk on gratitude versus happiness. Brother David Steindl-Rast argued that gratitude begets happiness, that happiness does not beget gratitude, as we often think. I have thought a lot about this in the last few days. As a culture, often we believe that if we have the right job, are able […]
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As women, we tend to think we can do everything. I have this same superwoman complex myself, and I know it has taken a toll on my own vitality at times. Getting a Masters and a medical degree at the same time was quite demanding. I also chose to work 25 hours a week on
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One of my most prized graduation gifts was an acoustic guitar. It came from an old cowboy with whom I used to do long rides, as well as sit around a campfire and hear him play guitar after a long day in the saddle. Around one of those fires, I mentioned that when I was
Allergy season. Just the thought of it makes many people’s eyes water. I am often asked what I recommend for seasonal allergies in casual conversation. As with most medicine, the solution is based on helping realign a individual’s immune system, so my recommendations can vary. But there is one thing I always recommend. One of
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