Supporting Our Kids: Seeking New Approaches

My heart broke with the recent traumatic news from Parkland, Florida.  The statistics alone are shocking.  Over 170 schools in the United States have experienced similar situations since the Columbine High School shootings with 18 schools just this year.  Now our children – the students – are seeking to elevate the discussion to seek some resolutions. They have planned several national walk out …

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Heroes of the Winter Olympics 2018

“Olympism is a philosophy of life, exalting and combining in a balanced whole the qualities of body, will and mind. Blending sport with culture and education, Olympism seeks to create a way of life based on the joy found in effort, the educational value of good example and respect for universal fundamental ethical principles.” ~Olympic Charter, Fundamental Principles You may …

Year of the Dog - The Chinese New Year - History and Meaning - Four Directions Wellness

Year of the Dog: The Chinese New Year – History and Meaning

Every year there is the largest human migration of which most of the Western World has little to no knowledge. Even more labyrinthine is that this migration happens at different times each year. Nearly three billion people travel during an approximately 40-day period surrounding it for this event. Have you guessed what it is yet? (Maybe the article title gave …

Matters of the Heart - Alternative Medicines for Treating Heart Disease - Four Directions Wellness

Matters of the Heart: Alternative Medicines for Treating Heart Disease

It’s February! The month when we recognize all of those in our lives that we love during Valentine’s Day. (And just in case you are not yet ready for Valentine’s day, here are gift ideas for your valentine.) February, though, is also the month dedicated to our Heart Health, a time dedicated to our own self-care and support of our …