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...
Think Your Way to Feeling Better

Think Your Way to Feeling Better

by | Sep 1, 2020

If you’re familiar with Louise Hays, then perhaps you’re already familiar with using positive affirmations. (Or if you watched Stuart Smalley on SNL then you might also be familiar with Positive Affirmations.)After spending twelve years a s a Clinical...
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...
Honor Your Feelings During Social Distancing

Honor Your Feelings During Social Distancing

by | Apr 21, 2020

Well, we’ve been cooped up in our homes for a few weeks now. The pandemic is surging in Chicago. I’m sure people are feeling a lot of feelings or working very hard not to feel them. I wanted to connect with you all again to remind you that we are all here, thinking of...