Most people have no idea that scents such as perfume, cologne, essential oils, after shave, deodorant, scented detergents and dryer products, household cleaners, gift baskets, candles, sachets, etc. are triggers for many people that have migraines. It’s called osmophobia. For a brief research overview on this, see Odorant substances that trigger headaches in migraine patients on[…]
Let’s be the first in the nation to select a night each week where we don’t use devices. You spend time as a family, and after the kids go to bed or off to do homework, you spend time as a couple—without devices. You could even pretend you’re living in the days before electricity. Light[…]
Our beloved dog died and it brought up old grief. We got a new dog. He doesn’t replace Tarth, but he gets and gives unconditional love; which we all need. In 2010, my step-son Diego was 9 years old. He wrote the following about Tarth, our then seven year-old Papillion: A Day in the Life[…]
This poem – Coupon – was sent to me through a daily poetry email I receive. I got the poet’s permission to share it with you. As you read it, think of yourself and how you might apply it. Also think of your spouse/beloved, and how you might apply to him/her. Next, think of your[…]
I’ve been sick with a bad cold that has put me back to basics (sleep, eat). My husband is working FT (at a stressful job). My brother in-law is here this week, and my step-sons, too. Normally, I would be taking care of shopping and meals for all, plus doing my work (not quite FT).[…]
The Call for Couples or Marriage Counseling? Communication Communication is the most frequent topic of calls for couples or marriage counseling. My husband/wife doesn’t: – Listen – Understand – Make me a priority – Cherish me – Love me how I want it – Have my back – Want to spend time with me –[…]
Migraine is an under-diagnosed, under-treated and underfunded neurological disease experienced by one billion worldwide. Migraine is an under-diagnosed, under-treated and underfunded neurological disease experienced by one billion worldwide. The Migraine World Summit is the world’s largest global patient summit to give everyone the opportunity to learn from the world’s top experts. World Leading Experts At the[…]
Couples: Family Planning: Don’t F%@K Up Couples: family planning: don’t F%@K Up! I believe that family planning needs to be an open and ongoing topic for couples — even if you just started dating. People’s wants and needs change, so be sure you talk about it periodically and explicitly. Why is it so Important to Discuss[…]
Kristi and Mark met on an airplane 15 years ago. They’ve been married for 11 years. Kristi’s first husband died young from cancer. It had been five years since his death, and Kristi’s family and friends were encouraging her to explore the possibility of another relationship. Mark was separated and in the process of divorce[…]
Our beloved cat, Little, died. He was 14. While I try to remember all the sweet and loving times with him purring in my lap – and I do part of the time – I remember the last day when I found him and he was nearly dead already. I was shaking so badly I[…]