Have you ever noticed how quiet the whole world seems to become after a heavy snow has fallen? There’s actually a scientific explanation for it. It’s because the air that gets trapped inside the mounds of fluffy white flakes acts as sound insulation, and it dampens - or even silences - all the noises that you would normally hear. Perhaps this phenomenon is part of what calls us to settle into such an appreciative stillness this time of year. There’s definitely something about peace and quiet that prompts us to think more deeply and to feel more present.

When I was going to Doctor's appointments with my Dad and my Mom at times they were ill, I would repeatedly hear that “Attitude is everything” when it comes to healing. The Doctors didn’t elaborate much more than that, because it gets abstract when dealing with thoughts, attitude and emotions. These are difficult concepts to graph, and medical professionals deal with numbers, facts and data mostly.There is another, very important, side to Wellness that is quite powerful and has led to not only healing physical issues, but emotional issues as well.

As the days get colder and the nights get longer, it’s also natural for us to feel our spirits sinking, but being able to practice gratitude can warm our hearts and alleviate that heaviness. If gratitude isn’t already a habit of yours, this is a beautiful time of year to begin forming it. 

Why is it that men today seem to experience more mental stress than women? It’s most always a man behind the latest breaking news tragedy. Has it always been like this? What is it that’s driving men to commit such painful acts that women seem to be able to avoid?

They say that most men die of stubbornness. Lightheartedly, we find this sentiment to be true. Guys are reluctant to get a colonoscopy, visit the doctor, or ask for help. Living in pain and discomfort is the norm for many men who've been conditioned since childhood to remain strong, tough and resilient when faced with challenges.