My father was recently involved in an accident. Someone not paying attention took him out in a crosswalk. He was taken to the ER where his head was stitched up and he was then released. No MRI, no CT Scan, no tests whatsoever. 24 hours later after "falling asleep" in his own driveway and vomiting he was admitted to the hospital with pretty severe brain trauma.
What's the lesson here? Ask for things! Raise a stink! Demand attention! My father ended up being in the hospital for almost a month. He was given medication that was inappropriate and though I was told that someone was making him eat, shower, etc. I found out that some days that didn't happen. Long gone are the days when a nurse is going to take time to rub your shoulders, feed you your dinner and give you a hug.
We have to be our own advocates. Which can be very difficult when we are sick, unconscious or delusional. Have a family member or friend there with you. Ask questions such as "What are those medications you're giving me?" and "What's going into that IV?" Nurses are overworked and doctors are little more than drug dispensories. Health care has become sick care and unless we watch our own backs, it's going to get worse. I hate to say it folks, but it's scary out there! What little faith I had in the medical establishment has been deleted. Take control of your own health. Do things that are preventative and if you end up in the hospital with something that is out of your control....make sure you get the attention you need. It could save your life!
Monday, June 15, 2009
Monday, April 6, 2009
Holistic health on-line
Wanted to share a website with you all called The Holistic Option. www.theholisticoption.com. It's THE best resource for alternative medicine, and health and wellness options. I've just joined the advisory board and am so excited to be involved with such a great and ethical organization. Look at the site for stimulating articles, podcasts and product recommendations. They will even be offering "ensurance" for people searching for holistic practitioners. Check it out and I'll keep you posted on the latest news from The Holistic Option. Have a healthy day!
Thursday, April 2, 2009
One more push
I feel like I'm about to birth a child, doing this DVD. I had challenges yesterday with dupilicating vs. reproducing. Who knew there was a difference?
But yesterday was my wedding anniversary and it was nice to relax with my husband and have a nice meal, reconnect. He's also about to give birth, to his first book. Generous Fiction will come out in a few weeks and it's the anti-poetry, poetry book, more on that later.
I was speaking with a yoga friend the other day about awkward massage experiences and bodily functions, etc. I have to tell anyone that gets a massage, passing gas is normal. It happens and we're used to it. We also don't judge you on how your body looks. If you've been holding off getting a massage because you think you are too big, too lumpy, too hairy. You know what? We don't look at people in that way. Get your massage! Relax those muscles and treat yourselves to some healing! And do something to help get more comfortable in your body. Love yourself!!!
But yesterday was my wedding anniversary and it was nice to relax with my husband and have a nice meal, reconnect. He's also about to give birth, to his first book. Generous Fiction will come out in a few weeks and it's the anti-poetry, poetry book, more on that later.
I was speaking with a yoga friend the other day about awkward massage experiences and bodily functions, etc. I have to tell anyone that gets a massage, passing gas is normal. It happens and we're used to it. We also don't judge you on how your body looks. If you've been holding off getting a massage because you think you are too big, too lumpy, too hairy. You know what? We don't look at people in that way. Get your massage! Relax those muscles and treat yourselves to some healing! And do something to help get more comfortable in your body. Love yourself!!!
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
In Studio
I've been working like mad to get my massage DVD done for Mother's Day, editors, graphic artists and composers. I'm so excited to share this massage information with everyone and am pleased to say I've already had two pre-sale orders.
Even with this ecomony, my massage business is thriving and I am still as busy as ever. I had a client yesterday who was recently diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. When I asked what the doctors were doing for her, she answered that she had denied all conventional treatment and at 87 after living a full and wonderful life she was ready to go. I marveled at her strength and wondering if I could make that choice to give in to nature and death and not fight like mad to survive. I send her all the healing energy I can muster and wish for her to live the rest of her time without pain and bask in the healing that she has chosen for herself!
Even with this ecomony, my massage business is thriving and I am still as busy as ever. I had a client yesterday who was recently diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. When I asked what the doctors were doing for her, she answered that she had denied all conventional treatment and at 87 after living a full and wonderful life she was ready to go. I marveled at her strength and wondering if I could make that choice to give in to nature and death and not fight like mad to survive. I send her all the healing energy I can muster and wish for her to live the rest of her time without pain and bask in the healing that she has chosen for herself!
Saturday, February 7, 2009
Point and shoot
I just got done finishing my first instructional massage video. I started at 8 am this morning and am finally winding down at after 10 PM. It reminds me of why I am not pursuing an acting career any longer. The crew was fabulous as was were my models Peter and Laura and my husband who not only modeled but stood by for support. I couldn't ask to be surrounded by better people!
Next we edit, not an easy task and then off to market. The first DVD is a basic back and neck version which will teach people to do at home, what I do in my office every day. The next will be the advanced version. I'm very excited to share my knowledge with a broader audience. Check the DVDs out, for sale soon. www.healingcirclemassage.com
Next we edit, not an easy task and then off to market. The first DVD is a basic back and neck version which will teach people to do at home, what I do in my office every day. The next will be the advanced version. I'm very excited to share my knowledge with a broader audience. Check the DVDs out, for sale soon. www.healingcirclemassage.com
Monday, January 19, 2009
I did it!
Well folks, it's 2009 already. I can't believe how fast it's gotten here. It looks like this year is going to be a fabulous one and am very proud and excited to announce that I finished my Masters degree today. I now have my Masters in Natural Health. I was going to jump straight into my PhD, but realize it's time to publish. So look for my first book in November and my first instructional massage video in March or April. I'm also appearing on several radio shows the first part of this year, so check here or on my website www.healingcirclemassage.com for updates and links to listen in. Happy New Year!
Wednesday, August 6, 2008
Opportunity knocks
I was massaging a gal today that is about to start her Freshman year at MIT. I could hear both her excitement and trepidation as she breathlessly told me about choosing dorm rooms and how after the first week you move so you can't really unpack anything. I asked her if she knew anyone else attending and she answered "Only the 4 or 5 people she met when she was there for the tour."
I remembered how that all felt. The fierce desire to leave home, explore new things and meet new people and that terror of who will do my laundry and what if I need a hug from my dad? And I thought about how she has the rest of her life poised in front of her. And then I realized...we all do. I might not be moving across country (as I did already once) and I'm not starting a new school (as I did already once) but with every choice we make in life there is both fear and excitement.
A new business, a new investment, a relationship. Everything we do is like that first day of Freshman year, scary and invigorating all at the same time. And now I know that with change comes growth. And though I know the laundry will get done and I still don't get enough hugs from my dad in Pittsburgh that my life is constantly unfolding before me. And thank god I'm not a Freshman in college anymore!
I remembered how that all felt. The fierce desire to leave home, explore new things and meet new people and that terror of who will do my laundry and what if I need a hug from my dad? And I thought about how she has the rest of her life poised in front of her. And then I realized...we all do. I might not be moving across country (as I did already once) and I'm not starting a new school (as I did already once) but with every choice we make in life there is both fear and excitement.
A new business, a new investment, a relationship. Everything we do is like that first day of Freshman year, scary and invigorating all at the same time. And now I know that with change comes growth. And though I know the laundry will get done and I still don't get enough hugs from my dad in Pittsburgh that my life is constantly unfolding before me. And thank god I'm not a Freshman in college anymore!
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