Healing Hurts– The Inner Landscape of a Human Body, Volume III

I do NOT believe in “No Pain, No Gain.” Pain is complex. It demands one to feel and explore because let’s face it, not many sufferers appreciate pain. Pain is however an important part of healing, so how do you decide when pain is okay and when it’s not? You all know how I like to dissect things. Well, pain is no different. It provides and opportunity to be present with yourself in an attentive way. One cannot truly look into sensation without discovering something about oneself. It’s hard work. It’s time consuming. It’s definitely worth it! I am grateful […]

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The Inner Landscape of a Human Body – Experiences in Human Dissection, Volume II

As more of you are becoming aware, I love anatomy and have a deep interest in dissecting the body both literally (yes, literally), and figuratively. For me, the journey into the body is paved by a rich terrain of mystery and self-discovery. It’s all about exploration and my need to let go of what I think I know. The way a body functions, although extremely complex, should be somewhat predictable when viewed through the lens of science and all its studies. Yet, there are new discoveries emerging all the time to challenge what we think we know. This past April […]

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The Inner Landscape of a Human Body — Volume I

What is so great about having a massage therapist who is obsessed with anatomy? Have you ever visited the Genius Bar at the Mac Store? These dudes know their shit, and when I have a problem with my electronic device, I trust they will know exactly how to solve it. I strive to achieve their level of Geekdom … The crazy part is that most of us know more about our phones than we do about our own bodies. Not all of us are interested enough to regularly attend to our bodies; this vehicle we carry around for life. When […]

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