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Should I Pursue My Dream? Here’s 6 Questions To Ask Yourself

"Should I pursue my dream?"  That's what most of ask many times in our lifetime. Or perhaps you're feeling lost or unsure about how to achieve your dreams in life, don't worry! In this article, we'll explore six questions that can help decide if you should pursue that...

Turmeric Aioli

Jump to ContentTurmeric aioli is a delicious and healthy dip that can be used as a spread or a sauce. Turmeric adds a warm, earthy flavor and a beautiful golden color to an aioli. Plus turmeric has numerous health benefits. This aioli is made with pre-made mayo to...

30 PTSD Self-Care Tips

  Here are 27 PTSD self-care tips to help you deal with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or even everyday stress. You certainly do not have to have post-traumatic stress disorder to see benefits from these. I built this toolbox of strategies and techniques that I...

When Was Multiple Sclerosis First Diagnosed?

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system. The disease has been recognized for centuries, but it was not until the 19th century that it began to be recognized as a distinct clinical entity.The first description of...

My PTSD Story #3 – I Was Stalked by a Rapist

TRIGGER WARNING: SEXUAL VIOLENCE/RAPE Today, I am sharing my third PTSD story in a series about the trauma I have gone through, which led to my diagnosis of Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. During the summer of 1983, I woke to the rattling of my bedroom window....

Possible Causes of PTSD, Besides Combat

There are many possible causes of PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder). The term PTSD is one I had long associated with soldiers returning from war. Shell-shock. Battle Fatigue. Combat Fatigue. Those were terms I had seen in movies. For years, I was living with the...

These Are a Few of My Favorite Things – Part 1

My heart is full of gratitude, and I just had to share some things that make me feel truly blessed. Here is Part I in my list of favorite things; things that enrich my soul and delight my heartWHISKERS ON KITTENSYes, I have that song running through my head. But...

The Importance of Play in Adulthood

Why Do We Discount the Importance of Play? Have you noticed one of the primary differences between childhood and adulthood is play? After all, “Adults aren’t supposed to play.” Adults get jobs, do chores, run errands, and more. If there is any time left over, we may...

Stories of Hope in Hard Times

How do you get through hard times?  I share some some of the struggles I've dealt with and tips for getting through them.on the podcast Stories of Hope in Hard Times by host Tamara K Anderson. You can watch it below, listen to it below, on Tamara's website or access...

The Power of Words After a Medical Diagnosis

The power of words, after a medical diagnosis, should not be underestimated. They can provide you and I with the ability to change our outlook about life, the disease, and our potential outcome.  Some words are more powerful than others by their very nature. Words...
Should I Pursue My Dream? Here’s 6 Questions To Ask Yourself

Should I Pursue My Dream? Here’s 6 Questions To Ask Yourself

"Should I pursue my dream?"  That's what most of ask many times in our lifetime. Or perhaps you're feeling lost or unsure about how to achieve your dreams in life, don't worry! In this article, we'll explore six questions that can help decide if you should pursue that...

Turmeric Aioli

Turmeric Aioli

Jump to ContentTurmeric aioli is a delicious and healthy dip that can be used as a spread or a sauce. Turmeric adds a warm, earthy flavor and a beautiful golden color to an aioli. Plus turmeric has numerous health benefits. This aioli is made with pre-made mayo to...

30 PTSD Self-Care Tips

30 PTSD Self-Care Tips

  Here are 27 PTSD self-care tips to help you deal with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or even everyday stress. You certainly do not have to have post-traumatic stress disorder to see benefits from these. I built this toolbox of strategies and techniques that I...

When Was Multiple Sclerosis First Diagnosed?

When Was Multiple Sclerosis First Diagnosed?

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system. The disease has been recognized for centuries, but it was not until the 19th century that it began to be recognized as a distinct clinical entity.The first description of...

My PTSD Story #3  – I Was Stalked by a Rapist

My PTSD Story #3 – I Was Stalked by a Rapist

TRIGGER WARNING: SEXUAL VIOLENCE/RAPE Today, I am sharing my third PTSD story in a series about the trauma I have gone through, which led to my diagnosis of Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. During the summer of 1983, I woke to the rattling of my bedroom window....

Possible Causes of PTSD, Besides Combat

Possible Causes of PTSD, Besides Combat

There are many possible causes of PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder). The term PTSD is one I had long associated with soldiers returning from war. Shell-shock. Battle Fatigue. Combat Fatigue. Those were terms I had seen in movies. For years, I was living with the...

These Are a Few of My Favorite Things – Part 1

These Are a Few of My Favorite Things – Part 1

My heart is full of gratitude, and I just had to share some things that make me feel truly blessed. Here is Part I in my list of favorite things; things that enrich my soul and delight my heartWHISKERS ON KITTENSYes, I have that song running through my head. But...

The Importance of Play in Adulthood

The Importance of Play in Adulthood

Why Do We Discount the Importance of Play? Have you noticed one of the primary differences between childhood and adulthood is play? After all, “Adults aren’t supposed to play.” Adults get jobs, do chores, run errands, and more. If there is any time left over, we may...

Stories of Hope in Hard Times

Stories of Hope in Hard Times

How do you get through hard times?  I share some some of the struggles I've dealt with and tips for getting through them.on the podcast Stories of Hope in Hard Times by host Tamara K Anderson. You can watch it below, listen to it below, on Tamara's website or access...

The  Power of Words After a Medical Diagnosis

The Power of Words After a Medical Diagnosis

The power of words, after a medical diagnosis, should not be underestimated. They can provide you and I with the ability to change our outlook about life, the disease, and our potential outcome.  Some words are more powerful than others by their very nature. Words...

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