If my hypothesis (see previous post, Part 1) proves correct that fear of insomnia increases insomnia, successful treatment should involve mastery of the fear. We know from both experience and from cognitive-behavioral theory that avoiding the source of fear makes… Continue Reading
One of our followers, Julia Smith, offered to share with our readers the following charming blog on the effects of work and college stress, and I thought everyone might enjoy what for us is a breather. Have “fun.” Image compliments of… Continue Reading
I was downdog-ing along, minding my business, when I heard a man’s voice break through the gym’s hubbub. “..and the cherry sauce over the chicken was rich and dark–must have had some brandy in it–so wonderful!” His personal trainer (female… Continue Reading
I have a pretty good commute, all things considered. I have to move myself from my upstairs, down one–possibly two, depending on where I am at the moment–flights, propel myself around a corner, open a door, and deposit myself on… Continue Reading
“A clown is like an aspirin, only he works twice as fast.” ~Groucho Marx In a family of total characters and would-be comedians, I can find it hard to hold my own in the humor department. When the rest of the… Continue Reading
Besides the more elaborate and dramatic financial narratives, there are scenarios that can be covered in several sentences, but that should serve as models of what to look out for, or what can happen to the person who isn’t looking… Continue Reading
