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    Mammograms: Which guidelines do you follow?

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    I’m embarrassed to admit that it has been more than two years since my last mammogram (I’m 43). My goal is to get mammograms every year. I started getting mammograms at age 40.

    In talking with my friends during Henry’s camping birthday party, I realized that other people have been given different guidelines. The discrepancy caused me to do a little internet rabbit-holing.

    It seems like the overarching consensus is to start at 40 for average-risk women (and even earlier for high-risk women). I also read about the difference between 2D and 3D mammogram technology. It seems like 3D technology uses less radiation AND leads to fewer false positives. … Read More

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    Reiki: How My Session Went for Me

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    The other week, I mentioned that I was suddenly inspired to try reiki. At the time, I didn’t know much about it. But I booked an appointment and went for it! I am really craving more connection with my body. I also want to promote healing.

    This year has been really hard. I imagine it has been hard for you, too?

    Trying to run a school during a pandemic is no joke. And when I have to lean in hard at work, my family life suffers and Henry’s behavior escalates. And then we had a heart-wrenching tragedy at the school.

    The first part of the reiki appointment felt … Read More

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    Reiki: Have you tried it? What did you think?

    I don’t really know what reiki is, but I’ve decided to try it! Here’s the back story:

    Last week, I finally made time to do 5 minutes of yoga and another 5 minutes of meditation. It was the first time I had done it in our new house, which means I hadn’t done it since at least mid-November.

    At the end of my 10-minute mini-session, I lay prostrate on the ground and burst into tears. It was such a relief to reconnect with my body. I realized I give nearly 100% of my time and energy to my brain.

    I believe our bodies are full of wisdom. The body … Read More