Grief

“The work of the mature person is to carry grief in one hand and gratitude in the other and to be stretched large by them. How much sorrow can I hold? That’s how much gratitude I can give. If I carry only grief, I’ll bend toward cynicism and despair. If I have only gratitude, I’ll…

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Ankle Deep: A Water Ballet

Perhaps you have seen this print on the wall of my office. It was given to me by my friend Carey, to remind me of our friend Briar, whose departure from the planet was untimely. We had about seven months from diagnosis to death with dignity, but since we had some warning (one small gift…

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The Extended Mind

the errant model of "mind as computer"

The Ezra Klein Show: This Conversation Will Change How You Think About Thinking This is an excellent podcast episode from Ezra Klein of the New York Times with his guest Annie Murphy Paul, author of the book The Extended Mind. In it they discuss the errant model of “mind as computer” that many of us…

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Healing Resources – Who else to see

Everybody needs help. We offer this list as a quick reference to the people and places we go to receive care, or have heard great things about from trusted sources. We are so grateful to have these excellent practitioners to turn to, and always interested to hear who you go to when you need it!…

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Somatic Experiencing

Reclaim innate health and increase resilience with Somatic Experiencing (S.E.)— a practice that builds awareness and agency from the inside out. Our bodies have a natural, rhythmic arousal/completion cycle in response to the normal stresses and joys of everyday life. When we are able to ride waves of excitement and relaxation without resistance we maintain…

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Structural Integration and Rolf Movement Integration®

Invite positive change into your body with Structural Integration and Rolf Movement Integration. Deepen your sense of well-being through gradual and balanced release of habitual tension in a series of unique sessions. Expand your options for movement by broadening your perceptive field. What is it? If you are seeking change, you are likely dealing with…

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