Good morning, everyone ~ I was awakened earlier than usual today by a strange sound coming from the outside a.c. unit. Some poor creature (likely a frog) had managed to squeeze through the metal barrier just as the unit kicked on. I listened in horror as the fan blades blended the unfortunate creature into smaller-n-smaller particles
Good morning, everyone ~ All seems quiet in the neighborhood at this early hour of the day (2:30a.m.). It is an illusion, I know. Likely, and likely somewhere nearby, someone is arguing with someone else. The environment of today’s world has shaped every cell of our being. Bathed in constant threat from multiple sources, our
https://www.webmd.com/balance/ss/slideshow-what-happens-when-relax?ecd=wnl_spr_091121&ctr=wnl-spr-091121 Health & Balance Slideshows What Happens to Your Body When You Relax Medically Reviewed by Hansa D. Bhargava, MD on August 25, 2020 What Is the Relaxation Response? 1/12 It’s one name for what happens when your parasympathetic nervous system is in charge of your body functions. This part of your nervous system regulates the work of
https://www.painnewsnetwork.org/stories/2022/7/11/migraine-sufferers-have-treatment-options-besides-medication Migraine Sufferers Have Treatment Options Besides Medication July 11, 2022 By Dr. Danielle Wilhour Migraine headaches currently affect more than one billion people across the globe and are the second-leading cause of disability worldwide. Nearly one-quarter of U.S. households have at least one member who suffers from migraines. An estimated 85.6 million workdays are
The following is a submission to Patients Rising on the role of personal engagement. Personal engagement in the community of patients, caregivers and advocates has transformed my life with a chronic illness by opening the door to endless opportunities for friendship, networking, and advocacy through organizations like the American Chronic Pain Association (#theACPA) and Patients
Good morning, everyone ~ “ Constructive Criticism” … that’s the word of the day. No one likes it; everyone gets it, and it can be most hurtful when coming from those who most love/care about us. It’s a double-edged sword that both helps-n-hurts. It only helps, however, when we use it to improve something about
Happily married to Marianne. Medically retired USAF Lt. Col. Chronic Pain Support Group facilitator. Chronic Pain Advocate. Have been dealing with chronic pain for 36 years.