Caring Matters
Healing from childhood abuse entails rewiring our brain from fear reactivity to one of feeling safe. This can happen through limbic revision. The rewiring of our limbic system, the part of the brain that controls [Read More]
I’ve loved watching Anthony Bourdain’s Food Travel shows. Those dark bleak days when alone parenting my child, struggling with depression, and hopelessness. I’d switch on the TV to watch Anthony’s No Reservations. My son and [Read More]
ACEs studies usually focus on the bigger, more tangible adverse experiences in a child’s life. However, there are a number of minor stressors that may not be really traumatic for kids not going through significant [Read More]
As the pain, the rage, the depression, and the intrusive thoughts slowly subside and I come gasping into the present time, feeling like I am waking up from a horrible nightmare. The deep pain has [Read More]
Most of us have indulged in some kind of fake laughter in stressful situations. We laugh when we are nervous and unsure of what to do. In the face of danger. A human being instinctively [Read More]
Shaking is the natural way to release tension and return the body to its normal homeostasis. It is a primal impulse to a stressful situation. Animals naturally shake to release tension after a life-threatening event. [Read More]
All of us are habit slaves. What has been programmed during our formative years by all the experts in our life? Our parents, family, and society who impose their wills and viewpoints on us. That [Read More]
Your eyes are the window to your soul but do you know that your eyes can help you change and transform your soul. Ancient techniques yoga techniques have used various eye movements to help one [Read More]
Babies need to be held close and cuddled to thrive physically, mentally, and emotionally. They need the love of their primary caregiver, namely their mother. According to Professor Allan Schore, being securely attached and bonded in [Read More]
Giving gifts is an art. A gift defines a relationship. Is one cherished and valued or is one just tolerated or disliked? A meaningful gift is always remembered. Gifts Of Love As a child, I [Read More]