PinnedJournal Keeping for Health and Productivityby Ron Parks, MD Journals are one of the most valuable and accessible self-help tools available. In times of stress and duress, journaling can help work through some of the most difficult life challenges, such as the death of a spouse with the difficulty that follows. An award-winning author, grief support advocate, and marketing consultant, Linda Donovan,¹ shares a personal piece about…Journaling15 min read
PinnedThe Wisdom from an EditorThe perilous journey through core beliefs, entrapment, realization, and liberation. Sometimes our life appears to be guided by a developed personal inner story — an inner voice thought narration that runs in the background and captivates our mental life. A very talented editor, Jacqui shares her personal story of getting entangled with some mental health issues on her path to…Holistic Mental Health14 min read
PinnedSpring’s Challenge in Conflictual TimesTen Tips for Restoring Peaceful Coexistence when Discord Arises A New Beginning and Hope The season for a fresh start seemed upon us with its promise of renewal and healing. Out of the deep darkness, a seed, a kernel of insight, grows towards the light and life with opportunity and challenge. …Holistic11 min read
PinnedRelationships, Conflicts, and WarFinding healing and peace from conflict and war — by Ron Parks, MD A Holiday with Meaning Valentine’s day that passed recently reminds me that there are more profound realities than myself and related busyness. The holiday about love and relationship almost got overlooked, with my over-involvement and preoccupation with what I was doing. Luckily, my wife and something in the news gave…Relationships11 min read
PinnedYoga Influence on Holistic HealthcareAn Awakening Fall As a nine-year-old boy, while enjoying the warmth of the midday sun, I was easing my way out onto a branch of a wild apple tree. It was in a deserted field with the sweetest green apples I had ever tasted. These weren’t like the shiny red ones you can…Holistic Healthcare9 min read
Jul 27The Art of Decision MakingUnderstanding and tips for making important decisions Choosing the best options During our day-to-day lives, many choices and decisions need making or are made from when we are out of bed to when sleep comes at night. On some nights, there may be little sleep with tossing and turning, with a momentary escape into anxiety dreams or nightmares; the disturbing racing…Decision Making Process9 min read
May 30The Gun Narrative and GaslightingThe Discordant Debate on Mass Shootings, Clarity, and Sensible Choices — by Ron Parks, MD So many unanswered questions In the recent gun violence and murder of vulnerable and innocent children, anger and questioning come after the shock and grief. Were we misled, gaslighted? Who is the blame? Why again, who is responsible or who was irresponsible? Why is our country the world’s leader in…Gaslighting17 min read
Feb 28The Burned Tea KettleThe risk of distraction during critical times by Ron Parks, MD The Tea Kettle My wife and I had sat down to watch a recent movie about a family with turmoil and conflict. After the first short segment, we suddenly became aware and jumped up. We had forgotten about the tea kettle on…Mindfulness9 min read
Jul 20, 2021Gun Deaths, Mental Health, & LawsThe Harsh Reality of Gun Deaths I remember the day I first experienced tragedy as if it were yesterday. What happened left a deep sense of sadness within me. My best friend, Tony, and I met on the school bus. It was on the first morning of our 6th-grade year in rural Maryland and we were…Mental Health13 min read
May 12, 2021Childrens’ Essential NeedA child at risk can easily go unrecognized! Sam was lagging in his school work and was falling asleep on his school desk. His grades were failing. He was getting into fights, according to his principal. Other kids were bullying and picking on him. At home and school, he was often moody and irritable. He avoided social activities…Adhd5 min read
