Archives for the month of: February, 2011
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Make Small Commitments and Get Big Changes

February 28, 11 //
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It’s interesting how things reappear in life exactly when you need to see them.  As I was organizing my computer yesterday (one of my favorite leisure activities – um, right) I re-discovered an email that was passed around during New Year’s 2009 about making small commitments to get some big changes in your life.

For some reason, we often think we have to make huge changes in order to be happy and generate a sense of well-being.  But the truth is, doing small things consistently has the potential bring about rapid change in your life.  When thought of in these terms it’s less overwhelming and more manageable.  Here is a motivating list of ways to take care of yourself, your outlook, your relationships and ultimately, your life. (more…)

How to Use Energy Flow to Enhance Your Quality of Life

February 24, 11 //
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“Energy cannot be created or destroyed, it can only be changed from one form of energy to another.” –Albert Einstein

Remember this scientific law from your high school physics teacher?  Little did I realize at the time that this is an important concept to consider within our bodies and our environment if we want to improve our health and well-being.  Of course, some energy conversion is out of our control, such as a plant transforming sunlight, water and air via photosynthesis.  However, there are ways we can personally manipulate and convert energy within and around ourselves in order to enhance our quality of life. (more…)

Can Pain Be Your Friend? The Link Between Emotions and Physical Health

February 17, 11 //
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Have you ever bumped your knee, dropped something and nicked your finger all in one day, only to discover that you are moving way too fast?  Or, have you ever had a sore throat, only to realize that it was because you weren’t expressing something verbally that you needed to say?

As I’ve become more aware of my mind/body connection over the years, I truly believe that when I get sick or hurt it does not happen by chance.  Usually, it is due to not expressing my feelings or overexerting myself in some way.  It’s almost as if I have an internal scale and it becomes off-balance when I do not listen to what my body is telling me.  For example, when I suddenly get hit with a stomachache or headache, it is an important signal to let me know I am out of balance and not paying attention to an important emotion.  The link between emotions and physical pain is very real.  So, what can you do about it?  Can pain be your friend? (more…)

Valentine’s Day: 3 New Ideas to Express Love

February 12, 11 //
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What do you think of when you hear “Valentine’s Day?”  For most of us, it conjures up images of chocolate candy, red roses and a romantic, candlelit dinner with a special person.  Indeed, these are lovely things to share during this Hallmark holiday; however, not all of us have a partner or we want to try something new and different.  Valentine’s Day is about celebrating the expression of true love, whether it is to your partner, family member, friend or, most importantly, yourself.  Here are a few new ideas on how to express your love to someone special on Valentine’s Day. (more…)

What to Do When Your Massage Therapist Won’t Stop Talking

February 8, 11 //
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If you’ve ever had a massage, then you know just how relaxing and wonderful it feels to lay down and let it all go for an hour or two while the masseuse manipulates your tight muscles into sheer bliss.  The other day I felt tense and sore so I called a local spa and made an appointment for a deep tissue massage.  Now, being a relatively new resident of San Francisco (and the opposite of a creature of habit), it’s been my enjoyable second job to try new spas, yoga studios, hiking trails, restaurants and the like.  Being adventurous and trying new massages is generally fruitful and rewarding, but this time it backfired — at first — because my masseuse wouldn’t stop talking. (more…)

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