The Magic of Hamilton, MT: Homemade Cooking and Simple Pleasures
There's a certain charm about small towns, a kind of magic that's hard to pin down but impossible to ignore. For us, living in Missoula, it can actually feel too big sometimes. I know! Missoula isn't big compared to a city - but you know what I mean? Missoula's not the same Missoula that it used to be! So now, if you want a small town, you gotta take a
The Importance of Turning Off Our Devices: Protecting Our Health and Regaining Our Focus
Once, I was a humble musician, nestled in the warm embrace of the analog world. I strummed my guitar, hummed melodies, and felt the earthy vibrations of my surroundings, free from the chains of the digital world. The internet, a buzzing, glowing hive of connectivity, seemed like a terrible distraction - a spider's web I refused to be ensnared in. I scoffed at the thought of invisible waves, electromagnetic fields,
Counseling for Chronic Illness: How Diet and Lifestyle Changes Can Impact Neurodegenerative Diseases
Last night, under the dreary fluorescent lights of Ace Hardware, I found myself engaged in a conversation that would alter my understanding of the human spirit. I had come for a lawnmower, but little did I know that I would leave with something much more profound. The man who assisted me, a lanky fellow with a mischievous grin, seemed eager to share his tales. He regaled me with a story
How I Found the Love of my Life (and How You Can, Too)
Let's face it, finding love is hard. And finding the “right person” can be even harder. For years, I searched high and low for someone to share my life with. And yes, these were before the days of Tinder. This meant I actually had to approach “the girl” in a coffee shop or in a library or in a bar. Thank god I was one of the lucky ones, who
Why Mental Health Awareness in May is Crucial for Montana
May is Mental Health Awareness month, a time when we need to stop and consider the mental health concerns that affect so many individuals in Montana. The COVID-19 pandemic showed us how our mental well-being can be fragile, and the importance of addressing it holistically. The state of Montana has several areas, including Missoula, Butte, Kalispell, and Browning, which are known for their extensive natural beauty. However, these areas can
From Anxiety to Freedom with Meditation
For all of my life, I have had a certain degree of anxiety. For the most part, I have learned to regulate it in a healthy manner. At times, however, it has spun out of control. The first time this happened was when I first started college. I was depressed, but also intellectually excited and stimulated by the new environment. Unfortunately, I turned too much to my cognitive side and