Author Archives: msw blog

How to Cope When There’s So Much Bad News

Posted on June 19, 2024 by msw blog

Take care of yourself. “I tell my patients: You have to be in good fighting shape to cope with the current turbulence.” That means boosting your resilience by sleeping, eating and exercising well and engaging in life-affirming activities. Focus on … Continue reading →

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How to Prepare for a Parent’s End-Of-Life Care

Posted on June 19, 2024 by msw blog

 I think I’m to the point of needing end-of-life care, or soon will be, for my mom. It’s overwhelming to know what questions to ask, along with all the hard emotions. I know you’ve been through this. Any advice or … Continue reading →

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Beautiful Walk

Posted on June 18, 2024 by msw blog

“Linda and I started meeting in the mornings, walking while the kids were still asleep. Then we would go home and put them on the bus. Eventually we decided to try a weekend walk with the kids. Since we live … Continue reading →

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Beautiful Return

Posted on June 18, 2024 by msw blog

If you were to die and come back as a person or thing, what do you think it would be? A body of water. I’m all emotion, so a body of water feels like the right expression of that. Probably a … Continue reading →

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Cooking While Black

Posted on June 17, 2024 by msw blog

Do you have reflections on being a Black chef that you’d like to share? I’ve come to a realization over the past couple years. I was facilitating our BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and people of color) group [at FareStart], and as … Continue reading →

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