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Aug 28, 20222 min

what is bilateral stimulation?

In 1987, Dr. Francine Shapiro went for a walk. As she walked, she noticed that her eyes were moving from side to side, and that some...

Jun 30, 20212 min

6 ways that movement helps support mental health

(There are definitely more, but 6 is a nice number to start with!) Endorphins. Movement releases “feel-good” hormones like seratonin,...

May 1, 20213 min

diversify your joy portfolio

having a variety of pleasurable activities is an asset you'll want to cultivate When you think about health and wellness, what comes to...

Dec 23, 20203 min

balancing the allostatic load

One of the things that brings me joy, that makes me feel alive, powerful, and free, is physical training. I love to sweat, to move, to...

Oct 25, 20203 min

a basic understanding of trauma

It seems like trauma is trending lately– we hear more about it in mainstream news, and it feels as though there’s much less stigma around...

Jul 28, 20204 min

letting in the good

Do you find yourself doomscrolling-- scanning through your Facebook feed or news sites these days, looking for the next bad news? Do you...

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