Managing Stress in Turbulent Times

Managing Stress in Turbulent Times

by | Nov 30, 2020

Take a moment to notice your body. Are your shoulders elevated, jaw clenched, or breath shallow? Pause and take several deep breaths. What do you notice? Has anything changed? This very simple process interrupts the stress response, calms the nervous system, and helps...
So You Want to Ask a “Personal Question”

So You Want to Ask a “Personal Question”

by | Nov 1, 2020

“May I ask, What happened to your eyebrows?”  Is this question intrusive or compassionate? Is it isolating or inclusive? The only way to know is to understand the impact, not the intention. And yes, it does require more effort to do a mental assessment of the...
My journey into the safe beauty movement

My journey into the safe beauty movement

by | Jul 14, 2020

After I was finally diagnosed with Autoimmune and Autoinflammatory issues, medicines weren’t helping as fast as I thought they should, I started seeking out safer, toxin-free options for things like cleaning products and laundry detergent. This transition of household...
Pucker Up, Don’t Pout! Lip Balms: A Dentist’s Perspective

Pucker Up, Don’t Pout! Lip Balms: A Dentist’s Perspective

by | Apr 29, 2020

Even for those who do not wear makeup (myself included), there is a lip balm in every one of my purses.  And suitcase.  And carry-on.  And winter coat pocket.  Lip balms come in all shapes, sizes, colors, scents, styles and tastes to serve different needs.  That being...
Domestic Abuse (Violence) Defined

Domestic Abuse (Violence) Defined

by | Feb 25, 2020

Someone you know RIGHT NOW is being abused. The numbers are staggering…and this doesn’t even represent the ONGOING abuse! 1 in 4 women experience domestic abuse. For men, it’s 1 in 7. As defined by Wikipedia: Not all domestic violence is equivalent. Differences in...