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Are You Making Space for Your Illness?
Have you ever noticed how nature has this way of filling up space? Nature loathes a space, so it will fill it up if you don’t. An example is when you step in the sand…
Illness Will Point You to Your Freedom Every Time
I have noticed something remarkable in my work with clients with medical conditions - something you don't expect when getting diagnosed with a chronic illness.
Feeling Jealous of People Who Aren't Sick? Here's How to Cope.
It's not easy to see other people looking healthy and well, enjoying things you can't. Here’s a tip that can help you change your relationship with envy and jealousy, so you can…
Why it's Hard to Ask for Help
Many of my clients tell me that it’s hard for them to ask for help, even when they need it. Having a chronic illness or health condition can sometimes reveal…
How I Always Get Good Sleep and How You Can Too
Sleep is definitely the most powerful, natural health-promoting behavior that you can do. Every aspect of your physical and mental health is strengthened by sleep.
Acceptance - What it is and How to Get it
How often do you find yourself annoyed by someone or something? Your body? Your busy schedule? Your spouse or coworker? Your job? Your kids? Perhaps the better question is…
It’s Not All in Your Head
Perhaps your illness has been judged, dismissed, or ignored by health care providers. Maybe they’ve told you that your illness is a figment of your imagination, or that “it’s all in your head.”
Straddling the Line Between Sick and Healthy
When I was first diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, I thought I’d be sick forever. I saw on the interwebs people with Crohn’s disease never getting better…
How Your Mind is Making You Sicker (And What to do About it)
As humans, we are designed to move towards things that are pleasant and move away from things that are unpleasant. This skill is fantastic, especially when…
How To Make Tough Medical Decisions
Making decisions about medical care can feel like walking through a maze of uncertainties. Often, we're faced with conflicting advice, daunting risks, and limited options. It's a delicate balance between…
Illness as Teacher
When I was in my early 20's I had an old hatchback Honda I named "Smokey Joe" because it leaked oil and would start smoking when I drove long distances. Smokey had pop up…
Staying Motivated When You're Sick, Tired, or Depressed
It occurred to me that people, in general, don't have a difficult time prioritizing their goals, they have a difficult time taking action on their goals. One client said, "I'm the master…