The Big Book, essentially the “bible” for Alcoholics Anonymous was first published in 1939. From that year until the present day, spirituality, in the form of developing a working relationship with a Higher Power, has been considered an essential component of addiction recovery in the 12 step program. Bill Wilson and Dr. Bob Smith, the founders … Read More
At this year’s Academy Awards ceremony, Lady Gaga sang a song entitled “Until It Happens to You.” The song shed light on the very real problem of rape on college campuses across America, a message made even more dramatic by the many female rape survivors appearing on the stage with the singer. I respect any … Read More
Throughout her tenure as one of America’s most iconic dolls, Barbie has exhibited great versatility in her hairstyles, outfits, and professions. However, in one important area she has not deviated one millimeter from the traditional Barbie script: her body. From top to bottom, Barbie’s chest has remained shockingly large, her waist extremely small, her legs impossibly long, … Read More
The only thing hyped as much as the Super Bowl are its commercials. It was a highly publicized fact that a single 30-second advertisement would cost $5 million this year. That is serious money. So, it would stand to reason that companies would only advertise if the message was geared to a huge audience, such … Read More
It is an honor to be a physician. It is an even greater privilege to use my knowledge and ability at Timberline Knolls to help very ill girls and women recover from addictions, eating disorders, and other mental health issues. Although I would prefer to believe that all professionals in the medical field have a deep understanding of the great privilege and responsibility that … Read More
So…2015 will soon come to a close. As I look forward to a new year, I often reflect on the past 12 months to consider what I have learned, how I have grown. I always thought I knew what unconditional love was, and then I had Samuel. There is absolutely no condition placed on my love for him; … Read More
Are women in our society ever “good enough” just as they are? Evidently not. Breast implants, liposuction, tummy tucks, face lifts, butt enhancements, fillers, Botox, fat sucked out of one area and injected into another—the list truly goes on and on. The necessity for women of all ages to be beautiful, as narrowly defined by … Read More
Psychedelics blasted their way into the public consciousness in the 1960s. They were all the rage among hippies and flower children of that era. Commensurately, they entered the field of drug research around that time; but due to myriad questionable practices, this research was suspended in the 70s. Research regarding the efficacy of using psychedelics has returned. Several small studies have shown “success” in using these … Read More
Ellen Leanse, Apple and Google alum, recently posted a commentary on the word “just.” She illustrated how often, and in what contexts, women utilize and rely on this word. Not only do women use the “J” word far more than men, but by and large, they do so in a deferential or apologetic fashion. “I … Read More
Motherhood immediately changed my perception of many previously held beliefs. For example, I quickly learned that sleep has far more value than money, showering every other day is reasonable, and wearing the same outfit two days in a row is more than acceptable. But, it is in the months following childbirth that profound and life-changing … Read More
