Celebrate Life · Health and Wellbeing · Men & Womens Health · Mental Health · Self-Care

Can You Be Too Kind?

Kindness without self-care creates burnout. And it's common among people in caregiving professions like, doctors and nurses who continuously take on the emotional strain of others. But burnout doesn't happen because you use up too many empathy or kindness chips. Usually, people burn out when they don't have time for self-care practices that let them… Continue reading Can You Be Too Kind?

Moving Forward · Fun · Celebrate Life · Health and Wellbeing · Mental Health · Blogging

WordPress 15th Anniversary

Has it been 15 years? My original blog on WordPress was Defining Memories which I opened in 2005 and closed when I started Looking for the Light in 2014, that date is in question now. My archives show posts for Looking for the Light starting in 2014 however there are a few extra archives from… Continue reading WordPress 15th Anniversary

Health and Wellbeing · Intectious Diease · Men & Womens Health · Self-Care · Tick Borne Illnesses · Travel

Avoiding Tick-Borne Diseases While Traveling In Europe

IMPORTANT READ By Alexis Chesney, ND, LAc As summer arrives, many US families are planning vacations and trips abroad. This reminds me of a patient I met this year who reported experiencing the onset of a fever, flu-like symptoms, and joint pain upon returning from a biking trip in Europe. Upon testing, Borrelia garinii, one of… Continue reading Avoiding Tick-Borne Diseases While Traveling In Europe

Celebrate Life · Men & Womens Health · Mental Health · Trauma

Blogger Highlight-Don’t Lose Hope

Thank you for all the great feedback on the Blogger Highlight series, I've enjoyed meeting each blogger and sharing their blog with you. This week we highlight the blog Don't Lose Hope. All the photos are Ann's and I had to share them, what a beautiful place to live.  Don't Lose Hope    Ann is… Continue reading Blogger Highlight-Don’t Lose Hope

Family · Health and Wellbeing · Intectious Diease · Men & Womens Health · Tick Borne Illnesses

New Rickettsial Pathogen Discovered In California

IMPORTANT READ! Add a new spotted fever group Rickettsia to the long list of pathogens carried by West Coast ticks. Researchers with the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) have identified a new species of rickettsial bacterium, called Rickettsia sp. CA6269. It is now confirmed to cause severe illness in humans. The report, published in… Continue reading New Rickettsial Pathogen Discovered In California

Celebrate Life · Communicating · Health and Wellbeing · Men & Womens Health

Build You Kindness Superpower

Kindness is not a personality trait, it's a skill you have to work on continuously and we all inevitably fail at being kind sometimes. But if you follow these tips often, you'll be on the right track. Pay attention to how well you play with others Did you react too quickly? Did you yell because… Continue reading Build You Kindness Superpower

Celebrate Life · Cooking · Fun · Health and Wellbeing · Photography

Shrimp Salad with Blackberries, Prosciutto and Mixed Greens with Homemade Apricot Vinegar

his shrimp salad with homemade apricot vinegar is a summer sensation. The blend of sweet, sour, and salty flavors, combined with juicy shrimp and crisp greens, makes for a satisfying meal. Easy to prep, with the option of homemade or store-bought apricot vinegar, this dish is a refreshing choice for a lazy summer evening.

Blogging · Celebrate Life · Fun · Health and Wellbeing · Travel

I’m Celebrating The Countries That Have Visited My Blog To Date-You’re The Fabric Of My Life

Thank you for letting me travel with you. As a child, I read the National Geographic magazines my friend's father collected and have wanted to travel the world since. I have the chance through you and your blogs. I have changed the settings for commenting on my posts. You no longer have to sign in… Continue reading I’m Celebrating The Countries That Have Visited My Blog To Date-You’re The Fabric Of My Life

Celebrate Life · Fun · Mental Health · Music

#Weekend Music Share-LL COOL J – Saturday Night Special ft. Rick Ross, Fat Joe

This is the rap I like! The lyrics are real, not trash, not raunchy, with no half-dressed woman being demeaned and you can understand the words. LL Cool J is the greatest, he is multi-talented, an awesome actor, respectful, has a heart of gold, and sets a great example for all. Always keep your word!… Continue reading #Weekend Music Share-LL COOL J – Saturday Night Special ft. Rick Ross, Fat Joe

Art · Celebrate Life · Fun · Health and Wellbeing · Photography · Travel

I’ve Made A Few Updates To My Blog

Hello, so glad you stopped by today.  To allow more comments and my ability to communicate with others, I've changed the settings so that you don't have to log in or be a WordPress member. I've updated my About Me page slightly and continue to work on making Organizations That Can Help a drop-down menu.… Continue reading I’ve Made A Few Updates To My Blog