Most people think that their thoughts arise from external events and circumstances. Here are examples of how most of us talk about events, as though the event itself is the cause of our feelings: “The traffic jam made me angry.” “My cancelled flight really frustrated me.” “You make me upset when you don’t do your […]
Today is February 14th – Valentine’s Day – a day in which many people share cards, flowers and sweet symbols of endearment. So, it is symbolic for us to share a recent story of David’s “healing heart.” Exactly one month ago, on January 14th, I (David) experienced a heart attack. The day before, I had arrived […]
Across cultures, religions, and continents, this time of year is a universal season of gift giving. In the Western world the holiday season begins months ahead and the rushing and buying can add to an already manic pace of modern life. With the hurrying around and dashing about, please pause for a moment, now, to […]
This week we introduce the notion of falling into a Victim relationship with food during the holidays. The co-author is Donna’s daughter, McKenzie Zajonc, MS, CN, LMHC. She is clinically trained in Whole Foods Nutrition and Psychology and her practice is committed to helping clients live their most nutritious lives. You may find McKenzie at […]
We are being inundated today with information and a life at lightning-speed unlike any time in history. This is a big deal because our bodies and minds were not built for this complexity so, as a species, we humans are becoming more hyperactive and hypersensitive. We are training ourselves to “loathe the moment” and fill […]