Don’t Let Today’s Turmoil Bring You Down

The American Journal of Psychiatry recently published the results of an 11 year study of over 33,000 adults on the effects of exercise on depression. The findings are not surprising. Breaking a sweat and doing so with others has profound benefits. During these difficult times, especially during these times, don’t shut yourself out of your… Continue reading Don’t Let Today’s Turmoil Bring You Down

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National Symbols and Sensitivities

Remembering Elie Wiesel on his birthday–beautiful reminder, a timely one. “Neutrality helps the oppressor, never the victim. Silence encourages the tormentor, never the tormented. Sometimes we must interfere. When human lives are endangered, when human dignity is in jeopardy, national borders and sensitivities become irrelevant. Wherever men or women are persecuted because of their race,… Continue reading National Symbols and Sensitivities

Food as Medicine

Food is the best medicine. Please take a moment to read about the potential benefits of reducing carbohydrate intake to affect mood disorders. So much of the modern diet is based on processed food; we are beginning to understand the consequences. If you yourself are struggling with symptoms of a mood or thought disorder, I… Continue reading Food as Medicine

Dance Me to the End

When faced with the possibility of complete destruction and loss, what is our emotional, mental, or spiritual default, our point of reference? I kept thinking about this question as we faced what could have been a devastating storm for Miami. I felt dread and fear the days leading up to the storm and at some… Continue reading Dance Me to the End

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Hurricane Irma Almond Chocolate Chip Cookies

Reminding ourselves of the sweetness and goodness of life, Maribel baked some delicious cookies Friday night to lighten our spirits. These are a great alternative for anyone avoiding gluten. They are delicious! Ingredients 3 cups of almond flour 1 teaspoon of baking soda 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt 1/4 cup coconut oil 1/4 cup maple… Continue reading Hurricane Irma Almond Chocolate Chip Cookies

Inventory Before the Storm

As we face Irma, I invite you to take inventory of your blessings, your relationships, and turn your hearts from fear to the deep trust that understands in a way words can’t capture that we belong, we are loved, and held in God’s tender and loving hands. Maribel and I greet you from our deep… Continue reading Inventory Before the Storm

Lemongrass Tea Brew

We sometimes hear criticism of millennials–that they are self absorbed, unfocused, and not as engaged as the previous generation. But our own experience with our kids and the young people we work with through our programs, points to something quite different. We see young people who are strong, ask important questions, and are living with… Continue reading Lemongrass Tea Brew