Love after Love by Derek Walcott

Month 2: Physical Therapy for chronic Back & Neck Pain

So month 2 was challenging. We added more exercises and another set. So it was 2 sets of 10 reps for each exercise. I exercised 3x a week. It was challenging and painful but rest is always healing. I have had problems with my muscles and walking since my back injury progressed in Oct 2019.Continue reading “Month 2: Physical Therapy for chronic Back & Neck Pain”

Chronic Pain & Ayurveda

Chronic back pain changes you. Your body, nervous systems, and emotions are no longer what they once were. I have been searching, for relief to my suffering. I just don’t want to be in or as much pain. I want to create a life that supports my well being and health. I was introduced toContinue reading “Chronic Pain & Ayurveda”

Ayurveda Fall Seasonal Eating Guide: Fall

Ayurveda is about eating seasonally. As there is a universal shift, we too must adapt to the changes that happen in our environment. The change in the days, temperature, weather, and types of crops that grow, affect our bodies. Our eating habits come from many factors. Shaped by our parents when we are young, moldedContinue reading “Ayurveda Fall Seasonal Eating Guide: Fall”

Ayurveda: My Lifestyle Change

Ayurveda is changing my life. I am healing energetically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. My body has changed so much. I have herniated discs in my neck and lower back. It is causing me neuropathy problems in my hands, legs, and feet. Moving too much causes flare ups and drop foot/paralysis. Rest has been my bestContinue reading “Ayurveda: My Lifestyle Change”

Healing is a Journey

I had another debilitating episode last month. It was close to the June New Moon. I did learn that Walking and a lot of heel and big toe activation is a trigger. Recovering from this episode was easier than the last. I felt I could handle it better. Though, I do hate the feeling ofContinue reading “Healing is a Journey”

Bath Salts

Since we have moved out of a small 460sqft home into a regular sized house I can say that I have truly missed a bath tub. Since finding out I have re-herniated my L5-S1, I have been getting into the magic of baths and bath salts. So much, that I love making my own BathContinue reading “Bath Salts”