Promoting Distrust The powers that be in this country appear to have a vested interest in keeping us divided, fearful, distrustful of one another and misinformed on the facts. Why is that? This desperate desire to stoke division and hatred among Americans is both obvious and intentional. Their actions remind me of the cruelly
Tag: COVID-19
Humility Quote of the Day
Quote of the Day – Humility “Humility distinguishes the wise leader from the arrogant power-seeker. Acting with humility does not in any way deny our own self-worth. Rather it affirms the inherent worth of all persons.” – Unknown
In Science and Medicine, Facts Matter
In Science and Medicine, Facts Matter In scientific research and evidence-based medicine, the data and facts should guide responses, decisions, therapies and treatment. Switching that order
Learning From the Past – Comparing the 1918 Flu Pandemic and COVID-19
Looking Back in History As we navigate the current COVID-19 Pandemic, I
Making Mealtime Special and Helping Others In Need
Making Mealtime Special Making mealtime special can involve doing something out of the ordinary, like dusting off and using that
Introverts and Virtual Small Talk Don’t Mix
Introverts and Small Talk Dear Extroverts (and Ambiverts)
The CDC Now Recommends the Use of Cloth Face Coverings to Slow the Spread of COVID-19
Mask Confusion There has been a great deal of confusion about whether or not we should wear masks in public during this coronavirus pandemic
Ways to Reduce Stress During a Crisis
Ways to Reduce Stress As coronavirus news updates become more alarming by the day, and concerns about our health, our finances and the availability of resources feels more pressing, it’s easy to become gripped by fear and anxious about all of the uncertainty we
Distance Learning Lessons: Time for More Structure and Self-Compassion
Lesson Learned As our family begins our 3rd week of distance learning, my list of “lessons learned” continues to grow. One lesson that is abundantly clear