Simple to say, harder to do – as so many important things in life are. This one is so simple, but it’s SO important. You cannot heal until you prioritize yourself. The idea of putting yourself first doesn’t sound appealing to many people; there’s a stigma of selfishness around it. However, it’s actually one ofContinue reading “Want to get healthier? Prioritize YOU.”
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Dry Skin Got You Down?
Wintertime is ubiquitous with dry skin for many people – when the temperatures drop and the heaters come on, it can be very drying to our bodies’ outer layer. Not only that, but seasonal food changes, extra layers and less direct sunlight can affect our health and the health of our skin in indirect waysContinue reading “Dry Skin Got You Down?”
Naturopathic Principles, Empowerment + Choosing Health
As naturopathic doctors, one of our foundational principles is “docere,” which translates as “doctor as teacher.” We believe in educating each person to know what is happening with their health and why we make the recommendations we make. Knowledge is power, and we seek to empower our patients to reach their health goals. Here’s aContinue reading “Naturopathic Principles, Empowerment + Choosing Health”
Presence, Kindness and the Joy of the Season
This article was featured in the December 2017 issue of Natural Awakenings – Rhode Island edition. The holidays are a season of wonder and giving. When we recognize that every moment is a gift, everything becomes illuminated with wonder. Maintaining this wonder in the face of uncertainty in the world—whether from natural disasters, humanitarian crises,Continue reading “Presence, Kindness and the Joy of the Season”
The Gratitude Jar
This Thanksgiving, there’s a new tradition I’d like to start: the Gratitude Jar. It’s very simple – and you can probably already guess what it’s about! There are a variety of iterations of this idea: placing notes about your goals, craziest adventures, secret crush and so on into a container, which then gets passed aroundContinue reading “The Gratitude Jar”
In honor of Louise Hay.
One of my many teachers in naturopathic medical school was Louise Hay – not because I ever met her, not because school taught us about her, but because I found her work on my path to healing. Louise Hay was a visionary healer. She inspired so many healers and others to step into their lives,Continue reading “In honor of Louise Hay.”
Snack Happy.
You know the feeling. You’re busy and you’ve got a list of things to do, but you’re hankering for something sweet, salty or otherwise snack-worthy. While it’s seems easy to grab a bag of chips or candy bar, that’s the opposite of easy on your body. Instead, choose a snack that satisfies your hunger andContinue reading “Snack Happy.”
The Importance of Prioritizing YOU: Self-care
“First you save yourself, then you save the world…” the song goes on. While we may initially feel guilty for prioritizing self-care, we must recognize that in order to best care for others, we must care for ourselves. Taking care of ourselves allows us to be at our best, so that our shine can upliftContinue reading “The Importance of Prioritizing YOU: Self-care”
A Good Life
It’s a busy week. When things seem a bit hectic, it helps to stay grounded and centered. Along with the breathing exercises, I love soulful quotes and positive affirmative statements. Whenever I see a particularly juicy or vibrant one, I save it to a folder on my desktop so that I have a reservoir ofContinue reading “A Good Life”
The Easiest Breathing Exercise You’ll Do!
The thought of doing “breathing exercises” may make your eyes momentarily glaze over in boredom. However, research continues to confirm the benefits of a meditative state – which is exactly what breathing exercises allow you to enjoy. Some of these benefits include improved cardiovascular function, lower incidence of acute cardiac incidents, increased overall balance, decreasedContinue reading “The Easiest Breathing Exercise You’ll Do!”