by Dr Aletta | Aug 18, 2014 | Inspiration, Self-Esteem
“And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.” ~Anais Nin Don’t you love that quote? I don’t know how many women I’ve met who say this quote is an all time favorite. Why does... 
by Dr Aletta | Aug 24, 2013 | Depression, Mental Health
My senior year of college my Dad suggested I go to a therapist. He thought it might help me find some direction. During a hard college career that was interrupted by chronic illness, I changed majors three times, and still wasn’t sure what I wanted to be when I... 
by Dr Aletta | Jul 26, 2013 | Inspiration, Mindfulness
Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery and today is a gift; that’s why it’s called the present. Do you find yourself living in the past possibly asking “How could I have handled that better?” Or maybe you find yourself in the future: “I need to… call the cable... 
by Dr Aletta | Aug 1, 2009 | Chronic Illness
Years ago, when I was pretty sick and unable to leave the house, a friend of mine would call once in a while to say, “I’m going to Wegman’s. Can I pick anything up for you?” That simple offer filled me with love. Most times I’d... by Dr Aletta | Jul 10, 2009 | Chronic Illness
A Question for the Chronic Illness WranglerFrom Donia Schloot:How do you “fire” a doctor. Is it simply going to another doctor, or is it with an explanation before leaving? Craziest thing is that I’ve had to shop around for docs a lot. My medical records are like...
