" 'Warmth' is the most powerful personality trait in social judgment, and attachment theorists have stressed the importance of warm physical contact with caregivers during infancy for healthy relationships in adulthood..." Read full article on US National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health website … [Read more...] about Experiencing Physical Warmth Promotes Interpersonal Warmth
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The Balance of Winter
by Dr. Daciana Iancu Winter is the time for slowing down. The shorter days and increased cloud cover cause our senses to withdraw. We want to sleep more, ponder more and become more internal. As nature peels away its life forces, our natural tendency is to want to hibernate. There is less drive to be active and express ourselves and more desire to be in a contemplative mood. … [Read more...] about The Balance of Winter
The Winter Blues
by Dr. Steven Johnson If we don't address negative emotional thoughts during this time of year, it can lead to the winter blues and even depression. When the quiet inner joy and gentle light of Winter’s journey is overwhelmed by feelings of despair, anger, sadness, isolation or fear; then we are blinded to our own inner strength, spirit and courage. Waking up to the power of … [Read more...] about The Winter Blues
The Role of Nature in Health Creation
An Interview with Dr. Steven Johnson, DO and Dennis Klocek, PhD, author, teacher, gardener and herbalist Dr. Steven Johnson: Hi Dennis. Thank you for having this conversation on the role of “nature” in health creation. There is a great deal interest in the effects of nature on health, especially mental health. I know you have taught many children about biodynamic … [Read more...] about The Role of Nature in Health Creation
Finding Faith in Field Work
an article by Darby Weaverfeatured in Summer 2019 issue of Biodynamics Read article on the Biodynamics website … [Read more...] about Finding Faith in Field Work