by kathryn matthews | Jan 25, 2020 | Mind-Body Connection
Happy Lunar New Year! The bittersweet plant, also known as climbing nightshade, pops up along a certain stretch of the country road that I walk. The tangle of vines, from which bright red berries hang, is beautiful…and often ends up on our fireplace mantle as a...
by kathryn matthews | Dec 14, 2018 | Holidays and Your Health
The idea of giving and/or receiving the “perfect” holiday gift can evolve over time, depending on where we are in life. In my twenties, for example, receiving (or giving) health or wellness-themed gifts were the furthest thing from my mind. I remember eagerly...
by kathryn matthews | Jan 31, 2018 | Mind-Body Connection
Although “losing weight” is a top New Year’s resolution, why not make self-care—taking better care of yourself—a priority in 2018? After all, a lack of self-care is often what leads to weight gain in the first place. And, in an era of medical insurance with high...