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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”

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”

Meditation and Brainwaves

Space

Space is a crucial element. Without space life would not exist. Ether is seen everywhere. We can connect with the ether element and give ourselves the space we need to heal and grow. What does space mean to you? To me it means coming back to my reality and not being influenced by others aroundContinue reading “Space”

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”

Paralyzing Fear

I went to the ER around 6pm on Oct 23rd. I woke up that day with a stiff neck and an appointment to go to the VA in Brockton, MA. I remember working that morning then heading to my appointment at the VA around 1. I remember the campus being huge and offering a lotContinue reading “Paralyzing Fear”

Back to This

It has happened! My worst fear since minor back surgery. I have re-herniated the same disc I had surgery in December 2018 and once again I must face the decisions of my options for treatment. I have just gotten my MRI back but have only read the report. I have no idea how the imageContinue reading “Back to This”