Observe and CelebrateMiracles of LifeI share some similarities with the life cycle of the Monarch butterfly that transforms before my very eyes throughout the year. Their amazing metamorphosis seems surreal. Like a magical, divine force must have created such a magnificent creature. Sometimes I soar through my days like a butterfly, my nature symbol that best describes my Vata Dosha in Ayurvedic philosophy.Vatas have predominant tendencies with more air and
Just before our traditional feast I ask those ready to break bread, “Name at least one thing you are most grateful for today”. Most are ready to dive into the meal but oblige me with an easy answer, “this food and the people here today”, or something like that. Then I can’t help myself, “anything else?”. It’s interesting what they share. I strategically go last. My list pours out over
As a Yoga Teacher and RN, I appreciate the variety of movements and design of humans. How we move, how we balance and how similar or different we are with our sizes and abilities. For instance, my arms are not as long and proportionate as others or this artist’s description. Reaching my toes is a stretch requiring props to assist me. The Vetruvian Man. To me, it looked complicated and
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)From My Feared Foe to My New FriendI am a resistor of anything that diminishes the human and social connection. The Blue Zones studies have proven its importance for longer, healthier lives along with many other reputable studies. And, I know this in my heart.Tony Robbins, Renowned International Motivational Speaker, Coach and Author In order to overcome my bad attitude that was getting me nowhere fast, and since
If I could reach the stars,I’d give them all to you… “If I could turn back time…” was one of my favorite songs in 1989. Did you ever see Cher’s music video on a massive navy ship as she was surrounded by ecstatic sailors cheering her on? She stunned us in her sheer body suit with her black leather jacket covering the rest, belting out the lyrics and notes with
My favorite report cards, my medical test results. It may seem odd, but I prepared for a year with healthy habits and hope my scores will reflect my efforts. I assume they are nothing but stellar. Anything other will startle most eager patients as one recently did for me. Annually, my doctor monitors potential damaging effects to my organs due to a long term autoimmune condition. Within hours of a
Meet Your Vagabond Vagus Nerve for Harmony. Remember the “Operation” game? It was so hard to extract the darn “Writer’s Cramp” pencil and “Spare Ribs”. I played like a relentless child surgeon to get the elusive bone. I visualized a bunch of parts assembling to form one unique 3-D human form. This popular interactive board game with a red light nose and a jarring buzzer was the precursor to my
BLUES OF THE BLUE RIDGE TRANSFORMEDTO RENEWAL AND BEAUTY…WITH HELPING HANDS & HEARTS FUSED WITH NATURE’S WAY TO REPAIR & RESTORELake Lure views in 2020 and 2025 from Chimney Rock, North Carolina Last October 2024, many of our beautiful Blue Ridge Mountain areas were devastated by the immense rush of water’s powerful forces rushing into remote and populated areas. An unusual and unexpected storm, Hurricane Helene washed away much of what
MOUNTAINS + YOGA + FRIENDS = NATURAL MEDICINE As a Floridian, I often feel a void without the natural medicine I get with the energy of the mountains. So recently I experienced a 4-day yoga immersion in the Smokies mixed with misty mornings, fiery sunrises, new friends, and some quiet time to restore my body and spirit. Natural Medicines that positively affect us all through our senses. Eyes see the beauty
JOURNEY TO FIND THE POWER IN A PEACEFUL WARRIORInstigating a Warrior Once an innocent little girl who later became an impressionable teenager, I recall some sad times feeling bullied, ostracized, and belittled. My immature mind took it all personally. In turn, I became defensive, and as I have said before, a bit scrappy.Self-Serving Warrior Sadly, I processed my feelings poorly wanting to protect myself and reacted negatively. Thoughtless words in