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Rest as a Missing Practice

Last week, I drove from Wilmington, DE to Baltimore, MD, a distance made challenging by multiple chronic pain conditions, including bodywide myalgia and quadrilateral Complex Regional Pain Syndrome. A fellow tall ship sailor, visiting from far away, had suggested we … Continue reading

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The Overlooked Cost of “Pushing Through”

“Pushing through” is not typical behavior for animals. In the natural world, animals prioritize survival through behaviors that conserve energy, protect their bodies, and respond adaptively to stress or injury. Here’s a closer look at why “pushing through” is more … Continue reading

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