When we are feeling sorry for ourselves or unmotivated, a simple shift of focus can change the way we interpret and experience life. We can put problems – both real and perceived – into perspective by reminding ourselves, and being grateful for all that we already do have and all that we have accomplished along […]
The human body is amazing, it is constantly adapting to or preparing us for our next move. Every second, without our awareness, millions of actions are being orchestrated and coordinated by the autonomic nervous system. As the name implies, this system is working “automatically” without our conscious control and is maintaining life processes such as […]
There are times when we feel let down by our body because it is unable to adequately support us through life. We get sick, tired, injured or affected by disease. The body part or system that has been afflicted soon becomes the target of disappointment, blame and anger. When faced with a chronic or recurring […]
You know that feeling you get in the pit of your stomach when you think that someone is disrespecting you? It hurts, we get sad, angry or resentful and it usually leaves you in a bad mood. But, what if your interpretation of the situation was causing you to overreact and to needlessly feel offended […]
Many of my patients are surprised when certain bodily movements or physical releases trigger an emotional response. The brain and body do not act independently. There is a very real and amazing interconnection between the body-mind. A deeper understanding of its existence can provide us with a deeper understanding of ourselves. As we maneuver through […]
Life is constantly changing and, in order to survive, we must adapt to what’s going on around us and within us. Any change (positive or negative) can cause varying degrees of stress that can affect us physically, mentally or emotionally. We perceive our world through the nervous system. The nervous system is responsible for the […]