After having my first baby girl, I was young and didn’t exactly follow what my medical team recommended when it came to breastfeeding. As a result, some of my milk ducts became clogged and painful, and that first bonding experience became more of a chore than a joyful connection.Years later, the same milk ducts became

As a former radiation therapist, while working with patients, my intuition often nudged me toward a fact that was rarely discussed. My gut feeling told me that we are not just this physical body, but there are other ways to heal the body. We not only have the physical body that we can see and

The day I heard the words ‘poor prognosis,’ my world crumbled. A dark cloud started following me everywhere. I felt alone in the entire world with this cloud over my head. No one else could see it, but I could. How is it possible? I see this thick cloud with no light in it, and

Once my brother and I accepted that our father needed to transition into Assisted Living, the next challenge was finding the right place for him. We wanted somewhere that would provide him with the care and structure he needed while still preserving his sense of independence and dignity. The search was daunting, filled with tough

Do you ever use "I Statements"? What's your experience with them? Helpful? Annoying? Something else?"I-Statements" are a communication strategy for bringing up a concern or addressing a conflict with another. They typically follow this fill-in-the-blank format:I feel _____________When you _____________Because _____________I would like _____________Yet, like so many communication strategies, many variables can make a simple

Life is full of twists and turns, and sometimes, it can feel like we're navigating it all alone. Most of my greatest moments with friends have been meaningful conversations over tea or coffee. We attempt to solve every issue in our lives, kindly judging ourselves for the wrong turns we might have taken and laughing

Do you ever find yourself unable to focus on one task, jumping from one project to another? What happens when the mind tries to do too much at once? This isn’t something new for anyone. We've all experienced it. It’s frustrating when we start a project, only to move on to another before finishing the first

After coming to terms with my father’s cognitive decline, my brother and I were confronted with a harsh reality: home was no longer a sustainable option. The house that had been a place of comfort and memories was now a source of stress, risk, and growing uncertainty. As much as we wanted to hold on,

Simple and Profound "That’s the first time I ever felt heard”, a nurse shared during a communication workshop! My jaw dropped. I wondered how she could possibly be a good listener if she didn't know what it was like to feel heard. It was a powerful teaching moment for me in terms of integrating improv

As a former Radiation Therapist, I was a witness to countless patients and their journeys through cancer treatment. I often wondered about the profound changes the psyche endures.Cancer enters our lives uninvited—sometimes creeping in silently, other times crashing in like a storm. It affects not only the body but shakes our very foundation. Emotions swirl,

What are humans capable of? Take a minute and watch this powerful video. See what it brings up for you in terms of human nature and what's possible. Even in today's chaotic world and often amidst emotionally challenging interactions.https://youtu.be/7qzMfgtf_GI?si=KTk8rVYqPDnTwMtK What are humans capable of? Sometimes, glimpses into human behavior offer surprises. What did you observe

Digestive problems, including bloating, are on the rise. Social media is filled with notifications about them, and medications to soothe the system are constantly advertised. But why are we experiencing more bloating, upset stomachs, and digestive issues?We are consuming more food than we should, and we're also eating at a faster pace due to the

Having unqualified people in jobs they should not be in is not an issue about diversity, but rather one of communication, culture, and leadership. Here are six related issues that influence the likelihood that qualified staff are in positions that require high reliability:1. Leaders and staff are skilled at giving and receiving constructive feedback so

Have you ever had days when you couldn’t get out of bed or do anything productive? Doesn’t it feel like they last forever? No matter how positively you think or speak to yourself, those days linger, refusing to pass. Six months ago, after a setback in my health, I felt discouraged and unmotivated to pursue