Recent Blog Articles
COVID-19 has resulted in some stressful and isolating times. And soon, the weather will get colder and we'll be facing our first full winter season during the pandemic. Honestly, the thought of that has me a little freaked out, which is why I've already started...
A behavioral health expert shares her tips for communicating with those who disagree with wearing masks. At Spectrum Health, we strongly encourage our patients, colleagues and families to wear masks, knowing that this is a key factor in preventing the spread of...
The crisp morning air. The vibrantly colored leaves and their crunch. The warm drinks. The cozy clothing. Listen, if wanting fall to arrive is wrong, I don't want to be right! via GIPHY Now, let me be clear: I'm not wishing the last bit of summer away. Definitely not!...
I got an unexpected phone call the other day from a woman whom I admire, sat on a community board with, and often run into at various events. She is a strong leader with a warmth about her that I find very endearing. When we see each other, it's as if time hasn't...
Back to School 2020 is certainly like no other I've experienced in the past 12 years as a parent of school-aged kids. Typically, this is a time of joy: back-to-school shopping, open houses to meet new teachers, planning that perfect first day of school outfit. And for...
Every time I visit and spend time with my mother, there's always coffee or tea involved. It could be the morning coffee with breakfast, a cozy afternoon tea on a cool and blustery day, or even a cup of coffee later in the evening after a relaxing dinner. (Some of you...
Music connects us all. No matter the genre, time of release, or message, music soothes, transports, and transforms. Now, new research from AARP indicates music can be beneficial for your mind, heart and soul. According to the research, adults who engage in music are...
It's 9:07 a.m. and I'm just starting my day at work. I should have logged on by 9 a.m. at the latest, but I laid in bed instead. I told myself to get up when I woke up at 7 a.m. "Get a walk in and you'll feel better." But I didn't. I laid there thinking about the day...
If you're a saver, ask yourself: What are you saving it for? I think we can all agree we've saved the good stuff for later, whether it was fine china, expensive perfume or something else we felt deserved better—more than what the moment offered. If you are a...
Though it's not only through physical objects our fathers remain with us as we walk through life, keepsakes add to and serve as memories of the strong men who in turn continue to support their strong daughters—even while we're not necessarily together. In celebration...