Rest
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Sleep
The American culture has a hard time with sleep. In clinical practice, it literally is one of the top things I discuss with patients. The struggle is very real: folks have a hard time falling asleep, staying asleep, and then wake up too early. Different factors affect sleep in significant ways: stress, bad habits, relational…
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Surfing is hard…
Clearly, there are a lot of activities that are difficult to start in your 50s and one of them is surfing. For most of my life, I’ve struggled with balancing on everything from a skateboard to skis and now I can add a surfboard to that list. Ever since I was a child, I’ve had…
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Chinook Pass is about to bloom
I just returned from a trip up into the Cascades, east of Mt Rainier, and the meadows at Lake Tipsoo are about to erupt in wildflowers! I would guess that the best time to visit will be from 7-20 days from today for the full display of color and natural wonder. I wanderered a bit…
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The Ocean
For me, when I want to unwind and relax, the coast is the ideal setting for the discipline of rest. There is just something about the sound of the ocean waves striking the beach in rhythmic time that calms my soul. So, last weekend we headed out for a weekend of camping at Ocean City…
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Vacation
At this point in my life more than any other, I’m realizing that taking a break from work is so important for my own health. I’m on day three of a really relaxing vacation sitting on an awesome little beach on the coast of Oregon. My kids and I were trying to catch some waves…
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A Weekend in the Mountains
Going off the grid and spending some time with nature, working hard for simple things, and just breathing mountain air is a recipe for better health. Going off the grid means no cell service, no power lines, no sewer, no water service, and only a dirt road going in… Spending time in nature: mountains, trees,…
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Cape Flattery
The author embarked on a trip to Cape Flattery in Washington, discovering its treacherous coastline and rich history. Despite a longer than expected journey and cold temperatures, they explored the rugged beauty, hiked to the cape, and enjoyed the stunning scenery. Their winter camping experience was rewarding, and they look forward to more hiking adventures.
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