Normandy Beach, June 7, 2014
Memorial Day 2025
Memorial Day 2025 As we approach Memorial Day, 2025, I am reminded of one of my most profound medicine journeys. It took place on Memorial Day weekend in 2023. The…
Forest bathing in the PNW.
Holding Space for Hard Days
Holding Space for hard Days I recently rewrote Part 2 of Health is a Long Game. The original version had more judgment in it than I intended—not just toward the…
The Hero's Journey Inward
The Hero’s Journey Inward
The Hero's Journey Inward I recently went to a retreat with a group of veterans and first responders. I don’t do this type of work often and find that it…
No Fallen Heroes Jet - Get a flight, save a life.
Reclaiming Courage – A Flight Back to Confidence
I recently went on a flight in a military jet. This was significant, not just because it was my first time back in a jet since February 2006, but because…
The Healing Power of Joy: Lessons from Little Miss Sunshine
I've been reflecting in two blogs this past week on health as a long game. You can read about them here and here. However, we know that that long game…
When you're looking out over the abyss, it helps to have a team there for support.
It Takes a Village – Finding the right healthcare team
Finding the Right Healthcare Team Does finding the right healthcare team ever feel like staring into the abyss? Peering over the edge can be overwhelming, making you want to turn…
Being curious about our fellow Earthlings.
What if…
Welcome! Or maybe welcome back? Either way, I’m glad you’re here. If you’ve read some of my past posts, you might have noticed they don’t always sound like me. That’s…
Why is my gut all messed up
Trauma and Digestive Health: Why is my gut all messed up? Intro: establishing the connection Have you been wondering, "why is my gut all messed up?" The human body is…
Spring – the Energy of Wood Element
Spring - the Energy of the Wood Element Introduction: As winter thaws, now is the time to explore a deeper side of Spring - the energy of the Wood element. …
Understanding and Healing from Medical Trauma
Understanding and Healing from Medical Trauma Introduction I was speaking with a friend recently who reminded me of the very real phenomenon of medical trauma. Medical trauma is an often-overlooked…
