The Power of Humor

By Dr. Mara Karpel “A clown is like an aspirin, only he works twice as fast.” ~ Groucho Marx How we feel emotionally is often caused by the thoughts that we think. As I’ve become more mindful of my thoughts and how I feel, I’ve noticed that it sure is easy to wear...

The Magic of Water

By Dr. Mara Karpel “If there is magic on this planet, it is contained in water.” ~ Loran Eisley One of the reasons that we might enjoy a glass of wine, a cup of coffee, or a cup of tea is the ritual that surrounds drinking them, including the emotional and social...

I Love Coffee

By Dr. Mara Karpel “I was taken by the power that savoring a simple cup of coffee can have to connect people and create community.” ~ Howard Schultz, Chairman and CEO of Starbucks I love coffee! I love how it tastes. I love how it feels going down. I love the ritual...