Wellness Consulting

04/21/2026

At just 17, Dasia Taylor from Iowa City West High School developed an innovative solution that could transform post-surgery care. While studying how infections affect the body, she focused on changes in pH levels, as healthy skin is slightly acidic but becomes more alkaline when infected.

Using this concept, she created surgical stitches coated with beetroot extract, a natural pH indicator. The stitches remain red on healthy skin but shift to a darker purple when infection begins, offering a simple visual warning without expensive equipment.

Her invention is especially promising for low-resource settings, where access to advanced diagnostic tools is limited and early detection can save lives.

Taylor’s work earned her recognition as a finalist in the Regeneron Science Talent Search 2021, along with a special peer award. She has also taken steps toward securing a patent, aiming to bring this low-cost innovation to global healthcare systems.

04/26/2023

“So this happened in Montana. I'm on my way to go to my interview this morning when I get pulled over by a police officer.

I am native American and my friend that was with me is black. Just saying.

Both brake lights decided to go out this time.

As he walked to the car and I was pulling out my stuff, he quickly said,

"Don't worry about pulling anything out. I just want you to know that your brake lights are out."

So I'm immediately upset, because I just got them replaced like last month.

So I explained to him how Firestone wants to charge me $600 just to run a test on the wiring of the car.

He looked at me like 😨 and told me to pop the trunk.

He checked the lights in the trunk and tapped them, but they didn't come on.

So he told me to pop the hood to check the relay box then asked me to get out to check the other one.

Then worked on the wiring under the dash.

He could've easily given me a ticket, but Officer Jenkins stepped out of officer role, and into mechanic role, and human role to make sure I was straight.

By the way HE FIXED THEM."

04/05/2023

Maya would have been 95 today—and I would be throwing her a BIG party, as I did every 5th year since she turned 60. I grew up reading her insightful books and memorizing her poems. When I finally got to meet her in my late 20’s she made me a meal and read me Paul Laurence Dunbar poetry. From that point on, I sat at her table and listened to her words of wisdom for years.
“When people tell you who they are, believe them— the FIRST time!”
“When you know better, you do better.”
“When you learn, teach. When you get, give.”
And a mind treasure of other wisdoms.
I value those gifts to me even more now that she’s gone. But more importantly, I still feel her everywhere. In the stillness, in conversations, in sun rises and sunsets, her Spirit abides with me, greeting me as she always did, “Hello, you darling girl.”

04/05/2023

This is inspiring!

11/09/2022

Blood sugar levels affect moods. Could this be part of what's happening to you?

Have you ever wondered how the foods you eat impact your blood sugar levels and consequently, your moods and mental clarity? A growing number of people are turning to continuous glucose monitors (CGM) to gain real-time awareness of blood sugar levels and how they affect your mental state.

07/15/2022

The research on regular teenage use is especially troubling.

07/15/2022

Here are a few suggestions for navigating your heartbreak:
1. Breath
2. Drink Water
3. Sing
4. Reach out to friends to talk about your feelings, not necessarily to vent about your ex. but share your hurt.
5. Treat yourself to rest, entertainment, massage etc.
6. Journal, write poetry, songs and get your creative juices flowing.
7. Take some time to clear out clutter and refresh your home.

06/08/2022

05/27/2022

5 Turkey Vultures in the tree overlooking our home, 2 in flight around us. This on the morning that I woke up writing an article in my head on grief. Realizing that my soul is committed to helping people through their grief so that they can fully live.
In Tibet, vultures are consider the most sacred creature for they consume the dead and elevate the flesh to Great Spirit, our true home.
When I was 17, my Mom died, a few months later I had a Near Death Experience (NDE). When I was 24, my Dad died. He had had a NDE. I learned very early that if I didn't actively grieve, I would not fully live. I drank alcohol to numb out, but that made things worse, so I quickly learned that I needed to see a counselor.
And now I can offer support for people who need to grieve the loss of a loved one, a job, a dream, their health, EMT's, nurses, doctors who are over burdened, the list goes on and on. We all need to grieve in order to fully live. I am a medium and the spirits of loved ones come through me to help you heal. I have the compassion, experience and training to help you grieve and return to joy. If you or someone you know needs help, share this post with them and go to www.heartsons.com.

04/02/2022

Here is a demonstration of toning the chakras. If you can stop laughing at how silly I sound trying to do the base chakra, the rest is pretty good.

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12/23/2020

Discovering this was really helpful to understanding each other and becoming the best partners for each other. We consciously honor each others love language.