by Arbor | Mar 25, 2015 | Uncategorized
We expect the symptoms of distress when we are under pressure, anticipating a negative event or feeling burdened with excessive expectations. But we can also experience anxiety, muscle tension, headaches, irritability, fitful sleep — as well as a slew of other...
by Arbor | Mar 17, 2015 | Uncategorized
Many people think recovery from addiction begins with a stint in rehab. Or that recovery commences when the addict hits “rock bottom.” Or even that abstinence from one’s drug of choice is the key to recovering a healthy life. But many...
by Arbor | Mar 9, 2015 | Uncategorized
Although my son is well past the Disney-age set, I have not been immune to the force of the cultural phenomenon of the Frozen movie, specifically it’s omnipresent anthem “Let It Go.” I wouldn’t originally have considered Princesses Elsa and...
by Arbor | Sep 25, 2014 | Uncategorized
Maybe it’s the realization that middle age has firmly and irrevocably arrived. Maybe it’s the aches and pains I notice more now when I leave the gym or finish raking my yard. Maybe my son’s penchant for analyzing his every body part, facial...
by Arbor | Aug 13, 2014 | Uncategorized
My left hand is killing me. No, it’s not a flare up of carpal tunnel syndrome. I didn’t punch a wall or accidentally slam my hand in the door jamb. My hand is aching from the hour-long DEATH GRIP I had on my car’s parking brake. You see, I just...
by Arbor | Jul 2, 2014 | Uncategorized
Holidays, days of remembrance, and anniversaries can all be springboards for a decision to change. Milestones often remind us of what we hold dear, as well as spotlight the finite time we have to create lives that reflect our truest selves. As yet another Fourth of...
