I Used to Be Dependent on Muscle Relaxers to Fall Asleep One of the symptoms that I experience due to multiple sclerosis is muscle spasticity.  Particularly, in my hip and groin.  The pain is excruciating – so much so, that it would keep me up at night.  The answer from my doctor was to take […]

One of the most powerful wellness tools used to counter stress and symptoms of stress-related ailments is mindfulness.  If you have heard about mindfulness, you may be wondering how to practice it.  Find out how to perform mindfulness exercises and how they might benefit you. What is Mindfulness? When some of us think about mindfulness, it […]

My Son Has Autism Spectrum Disorder My son was diagnosed with high-functioning ASD (formerly known as Asperger’s Syndrome) when he was 5 years old.  The first few years just before his diagnosis were challenging.  Difficulties in communicating.  High anxiety and meltdowns.  Hyperfocusing.  The list goes on.  It added a layer of stress in our already […]