Yesterday I achieved a long-held goal: I ran my first 5k race, the ShamRock ‘n Roll. I ran with a friend as well as my dog Ginger. I knew my husband wouldn’t be interested in running the race, especially since he recently broke his leg. Instead he cheered us all on, in a “please run fast so we [...]
Archive for March, 2007
My first 5k experience
Posted in 5k, atlanta, goals, running on March 12, 2007 | 2 Comments »
Natural Birth Control
Posted in alternatives, birth control, crunchy, health, sex, women's health on March 10, 2007 | 1 Comment »
Birth control doesn’t have to be hormonal (such as the pill) and it doesn’t have to be a barrier method (such as a condom). You don’t have to abstain or use withdrawal or any other pseudo-form of birth control. A woman’s egg can live for only 24 hours (Caveat! Sperm can live up to 5 days). [...]
Anxiety workshop
Posted in anti-depressants, anxiety, introspection, maslow, self, self-actualization on March 10, 2007 | 2 Comments »
I’m learning that the approach to anxiety must be twofold. First, you must inspect the root cause. The ultimate focus of this step is healing. Second, you must make changes in your lifestyle to deter anxiety. Both steps are equally important. Both can and should be undertaken simultaneously.
Saving Fish from Drowning
Posted in books on March 8, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
Amy Tan’s books are famous for their mother-daughter themes. Her writing also deals with cultural differences, primarily those between East (mostly Chinese) and West (mostly the United States). As a first-generation Chinese-American, Tan experienced the demands of both worlds. She writes stories about ordinary people, often facing heartache as they feel the pull in different [...]
Enjoyment vs. Fullfillment
Posted in career, introspection, motherhood, self-actualization on March 7, 2007 | 1 Comment »
I enjoy my job, but it does not fulfill me. Some days I have a lot of fun as I tackle issues and work with my team. Other days I am tired of bureaucracy and long, unnecessary meetings. Every day I am thankful that I don’t have to work. I am thankful that someday soon I [...]
Doctor’s orders
Posted in anti-depressants, anxiety, self-actualization on March 7, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
Last Friday I met with my totally-awesome family doctor to discuss my Zoloft prescription. Some people advise against relying on a PCP for mental health issues. I say that I am still mentally sound and able to make that decision for myself. I’ve researched my issues and talk to my doctor about my concerns. I [...]
