The Things That Break My Heart

The Things That Break My Heart

‘Your heart needs to be broken—and broken open—at least once to discover what your heart means and to have a heart for others.’ -Richard Rohr My heart breaks…with each new person I speak to on the phone, sharing life stories of trauma, illness and...
Changing the Trajectory of Your Health – A Patient’s Story

Changing the Trajectory of Your Health – A Patient’s Story

It had been a few weeks since I had seen my patient. She had a smile on her face. Her hair was shiny and bright. Her skin was more firm with better coloring. She’s lost some weight. Her voice is stronger. She was lighter and brighter overall. I told how great she...
The Art and Science of Being Human-When We Over Indulge

The Art and Science of Being Human-When We Over Indulge

It happens to the best of us…and it is important to do from time to time! I have personally been working on a program in which I cycle in and out of ketosis (when our bodies burn fat instead of glucose as fuel, I’ll share more later) using various fasting...
Pain is a Message

Pain is a Message

When’s the last time you felt good? This is a question I often ask new patients—especially those dealing with multiple health complaints and chronic symptoms. Then, I follow up: Can you remember what life was like for you at that time?How were you eating? What...
Flipping the Switch: The Mindset Shift That Keeps Me Moving

Flipping the Switch: The Mindset Shift That Keeps Me Moving

This morning, I did not want to get out of bed. The pull of stillness was strong, the thought of movement unappealing. I didn’t want to go to tennis. The excuse was ready on my lips—fatigue, workload, the ever-present whisper of just skip it this once. And I...
The Shift from “I Should” to “I Get To”

The Shift from “I Should” to “I Get To”

I often find myself in deep conversations with colleagues about health, treatments, and the ever-evolving landscape of wellness. These discussions are rich, insightful, and often punctuated by a shared realization: “I wish we were recording this.” (And...