Crows or Eagles: Which Will You Choose?

I submitted this essay years ago to the book Chicken Soup for the Survivor’s Soul. It was not chosen for inclusion (I never heard back), but as I recently re-read what I wrote, I could still see everything about that moment, along with remembering my subsequent thoughts and feelings. I also remember the enjoyment of writing the article. I enjoyed reading it again, and …

The Healing Breath

Spend a minute or so becoming aware of your breath coming into your body and going back out.

Is it slow and calm? Or is it fast and frantic? Is it in-between? The breath is with you all of the time; it’s easy to take it for granted. Maybe you only notice it when you are out of breath, when it is hard to catch …

Sex Matters: Vaginal Dilators

Let’s continue to build on what we’ve already discussed in previous columns with vaginal dryness, moisturizers, and lubricants. As we discussed, vaginal atrophy (thinning and dryness of the vaginal tissues) happens when estrogen levels drop during and after menopause, or as a result of cancer treatment that interferes with estrogen levels.

For some women, vaginal dryness and pain go hand in hand. Some women experience …