Have you heard the phrase psychoneuroimmunoendocrinology? Well, you have now! In this recent episode, I pick Dr. Aaron Hartman’s brain on the topic of long Covid and why creating a healthy immune system impacts everything else in our bodies! We discuss the unique interconnectedness in our bodies and the latest and greatest in health research. … Continue reading Keys to Creating Immune Resilience
Inflammation is a word getting a lot of attention lately, and for good reason. Many health experts consider it a major cause for chronic illness, and it is threatening all of our health right now. Understanding inflammation, how to manage it, and addressing root causes is more important than ever! Dr. Mark Sherwood is an … Continue reading What’s the Big Deal About Inflammation?
Dear 2020, I recently heard that it may be helpful to write a letter as a way to process grief and loss. Because loss comes in many different forms and there is no one size fits all to grief, I want to say goodbye to you and process my losses in a way that makes … Continue reading Dear 2020 – A Letter of Loss
All we hear from the news media is wash your hands, wear a mask, social distance. Is that really a long term solution for supporting your immune system? Dr. Chad Edwards is a former army surgeon and currently works as an Emergency Physician. He is the founder and director of Revolution Health and Wellness Clinic … Continue reading What Do We Currently Know About Covid?
I consider myself a lifelong observer of human nature. I love questioning and digging into motivations and why people respond and interact the way they do. I love people-watching. Since my people-watching opportunities are limited right now, I prefer opinion-stalking on social media. Lately I have been wrestling with the concept of cognitive dissonance. Once … Continue reading Cognitive Dissonance – Why We Can’t Just Get Along
As an advocate for whole body healing, I really hoped this virus situation would open up new discussions on how to take care of our personal health. Have I missed something? We are NOT a healthy country. This should be opening our eyes, but it’s not. The U.S. spends the most on health care compared … Continue reading Tips to Take Charge of Your Health During the Era of Covid
I'm so thrilled to share that we have surpassed the ONE MILLION download mark on the Sparking Wholeness podcast! So what better way to celebrate than with an episode featuring an integrative psychiatrist who discusses the mental health impact of COVID-19!? Dr. Amelia Villagomez is an integrative psychiatrist at Progressive Psychiatry in Fort Worth, Texas. … Continue reading The Mental Health Impact of COVID-19 – Interview with Psychiatrist Dr. Amelia Villagomez
No amount of sugar or substance can make my brain buzz the way a dose of hypomania can. The ideas, the thoughts, and the LIFE that course through my head – all those are amplified in a time of crisis or extreme change. Being thrown off my daily routine or sleep schedule is a risk … Continue reading Being Bipolar in a Global Crisis
I don’t have to remind anyone that the last few weeks of this pandemic and period of social distance have been unlike anything experienced or seen in our lifetime. My work schedule has been interrupted, my husband’s work schedule has been interrupted, our social life has disappeared, and my kids are completely thrown off. Field … Continue reading Mom Life During a Pandemic: How We Can Best Support Our Kids’ Mental Health
