3 Ways to Deal With Financial Stress During COVID-19
The pandemic has been a source of stress for everyone, especially when it comes to finances. The good news is that there are practical ways you can reduce financial stress in these strange and uncertain times. Here are three tips to consider: 1. Get financial relief If you own a business, research the many government and private financial assistance programs that can help you stay afloat during the pandemic. Or if you’re an employee who is in danger of having your wages garnished, it’s...
No Masks Required Here!
I resist masks. And I resist the mandate to wear them. When it is absolutely necessary to patronize a shop or store, I find myself feeling grouchy afterwards. The bandanna I reluctantly cover my face with is hot and stuffy. I feel criminally conspicuous as I am consciously self-aware of my heart which is in much opposition with government regulation on my personal choice for health and freedom. I am saddened and dismayed to see the public at large adorned with facial coverings that are...
Our Flag Was Still There
After negotiations with the British who held American prisoners on a boat off shore, Francis Scott Key, lawyer and colleague of George Washington reported his words about the American men who were fighting for our freedom: “He will die on his feet before he will live on his knees.” Such was the case in the perilous battle overnight by the British. The American patriots on Ft. Henry held true, holding the flag that remained visible by the red glare of the rockets. As they were shot dead, more...
May Your Blood Not Have Been Shed in Vain
Our Founding Fathers gave everything to establish this incredible nation we call home. They believed in freedom so much that they were willing to die to ensure that their children’s children, for generations to come, will live free from tyranny, dictatorships, or abject control. Today we remember our brave ones, our fallen heroes. Because of your sacrifice, millions have been freed around the world. This freedom that we oftentimes take for granted, was bought with your blood. Today we remember...
Shed the Worry on Coronavirus Quarantine Weight Gain!
As we start seeing the economy slowly opening back up from the coronavirus quarantine and more and more people venturing out of their homes, we are not completely out of the woods yet as we try to come to grips with the "new normal" of our lives. Hence, stress and anxiety rise; thoughts of weight gain and overeating may act as triggers for wear and tear on our bodies and nerves, which is why I find this article written by Samantha Cassetty, Worried about 'quarantine 15'? Now's not the time to...
Age-Related Disability & the Power of Positive Thinking
It’s no secret that our bodies change with age. As we grow older, aches and pains last longer, mobility wanes, and our eyes and ears don’t work as well as they used to. Coping with these changes can be challenging — both physically and mentally — but taking a proactive, positive approach to age-related disability is a must if you want to age in good health and good spirits. Positive Coping Methods for Age-Related Disability Mobility Loss Mobility loss is caused by a variety of factors,...
The Tomb is Empty! He Lives!
After a weekend of anguish and travail, after seeing their Rabbi mercilessly beaten, whipped, and crucified on the cross, the disciples of Jesus Christ waited…holding onto the hope that he would resurrect himself from the grave, just as he had promised. Then, just as dawn broke, two women scurried quickly to the tomb in nervous anticipation to see if the words of Jesus would come true. And what they found took their breath away. There by the tomb, with the stone covering rolled away, sat an...
Mental Health is Essential. Get the Support You Need.
These are challenging times for sure and navigating through so much uncertainty is sure to spike feelings of anxiety, overwhelm, stress, conflict with others, or depression. Counseling support is still available for you and your loved ones. My office will remain open, until further notice, but for your safety and comfort, virtual sessions are available as well. As a licensed mental health counselor in the state of Florida, guidelines issued from the Florida Department of Health, allow for safe...
Simple yet Excellent Tips from Stanford Hospital and Japanese Doctors Treating COVID-19 Cases
The new Coronavirus may not show sign of infection for many days. How can one know if he/she is infected? By the time they have fever and/or cough and go to the hospital, the lung is usually 50% Fibrosis and it's too late. Here’s a simple self-check that we can do every morning: Take a deep breath and hold your breath for more than 10 seconds. If you complete it successfully without coughing, without discomfort, stiffness or tightness, etc., it proves there is no Fibrosis in the lungs, which...
National Day of Prayer! Will You Pray?
After declaring a national emergency over the COVID-19 pandemic, President Donald Trump, declared Sunday, March 15th as a National Day of Prayer. "We are a Country that, throughout our history, has looked to God for protection and strength in times like these.” It is time for us to prepare for the threat of coronavirus both physically and spiritually. How do we do this? First, check yourself. Are you in a right relationship with God? Do you know God, or have you ever considered God at all?...
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Dr. Pamela
Dr. Pamela Paul
Pamela helps others transform their lives and restore hope through an integrated approach of counseling, coaching, education, and spiritual direction from a Judeo–Christian world– view that addresses the whole person, spirit, soul, and body. Pamela works with men, women, and teens to address issues of depression, grief, anxiety, codependency, eating disorders, trauma, low self–esteem, dysfunctional relationships, anger, or difficulty in managing stress. Pamela helps others find meaningful ways to cope and deal with the painful circumstances of their lives and gain a renewed outlook that enables them to move towards the future with confidence.