How to create your sense of “normal”

Here's an understatement: The disruptions in daily life have forced huge and, in many cases, unwelcome changes to our routines. Seems like there are new "rules" for everything - how we interact with each other, our sleep patterns, our work lives. I've heard many people describe how they feel ungrounded and lost. "I can't wait …

Western medicine & somatic yoga therapy

Yesterday, I went to the doctor for my annual physical. For about 15 minutes, I stared at the exam table, the posters on the wall and I felt the sterile coolness of the room. Then it occurred to me: I’ve been conditioned to believe that this is what healing looks like. I was never taught …

Softness is the new strength.

So, about the words "You're strong." I don't like them. I'm going through a big personal transition. I'm super blessed to have supportive friends and the resources I need. Some friends have offered hugs, others a long walk, others just the space for me to process. And, some well-meaning friends have used the word "strong" …