The Human Spirit Needs Nature Which Heals Our Mind & Body
“The Human Spirit Needs Places Where Nature Has not Been Rearranged By the Hand of Man” ~Unknown~ Yay, warm weather is here, as we’re quickly approach the official first day of Summer. Like many of...
View ArticleGratitude Unlocks The Fullness Of Life.
Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos to order, confusion to clarity. It can turn a meal into a feast, a house into...
View ArticleComfort Foods Fall/Winter & Holidays: Importance of Good Carbs
Happy October! Summer is my absolute favorite time of year, but nothing compares to New England Fall foliage. The colorful leaves are nothing short of amazing and “may be even more attractive than the...
View ArticleAnkylosing Spondylitis: Suseptibility to Other Conditions Due to Medication...
An autoimmune disease & chronic inflammatory condition such as Ankylosing Spondylitis has its fair share of symptoms, so it’s incredibly discouraging to discover that AS sufferers are also...
View ArticleWhatever You Do Hold On To Hope!
“Whatever you do, hold on to hope! The tiniest thread will twist into an unbreakable cord. Let hope anchor you in the possibility that this is NOT the end of your story; that change will bring you to...
View ArticleHappy 1 Year Anniversary The Positive Pear
It was one year ago today that I launched The Positive Pear and I’m happy that I did. I remember being excited about the opportunity to offer my knowledge and experience in the form of a blog, to help...
View ArticleFor You My Friend….The Holistic Healing Hug
If you or someone you know suffers from a invisible chronic illness you may not always know exactly what to say, or you might be surrounded by friends and family members who may not always have the...
View ArticleHAPPY & GRATEFUL No Matter What
It’s not that life has been easy,perfect, or exactly as expected. I just choose to be HAPPY and GRATEFUL no matter how it turns out
View ArticleWishing You An Amazing Adventure!
2012 was quite eventful for me, yet equally amazing. As I approached planned and much-anticipated change in my life toward the end of the year, I found that having this blog was a very positive and...
View ArticleSimplicity • Solitude • Serenity
Give yourself some time and space to get away from the expectations, the conversations, the noise, the media, and the pressure. Take some time each day to go for a long walk and think. Plant yourself...
View ArticleHappy Earth Day 2013…We Are Boston Strong.
Happy Earth Day. Earth Day is meant to raise awareness about various environmental issues, such as air pollution, water pollution, deforestation, habitat destruction and lack of biodiversity,...
View ArticleExercise Reduces Stress, Anxiety & Depression…Even When You Hate it!
A new study performed by the University of Colorado Boulder and published April 2013 in the European Journal of Neuroscience, shows that even when you dislike exercise, or you’re forced to engage in it...
View ArticleWorld A.S. Day May 4, 2013
World A.S. Day is today May 4, 2013. The goal is to help draw awareness to Ankylosing Spondylitis which is a physically debilitating disease affecting over 2 million men, women & children. In spite...
View ArticleAlways Rely On a Happy Mind Alone
“Always rely on a happy mind alone…. A controlled mind will remain calm and happy no matter what the conditions.” This quote comes from the book Universal Happiness by Geche Kelsang Gyatso also known...
View ArticleDangers of Modern Day Whole Wheat
A few weeks ago I had a discussion with a friend whose son suffers from Crohn’s disease. He’s in his early 20’s now, but has had quite a battle with this horrible inflammatory disease since his early...
View ArticleYoga & Meditation: Complementary Therapies for Chronic Pain & Inflammation
Yoga & Meditation are now being categorized as complementary therapies for chronic pain, inflammation cancer treatment and physical therapy. Continue reading →
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