Walking down supermarket aisles, many consumers like Joseph Shea from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, find themselves puzzled and uneasy about what’s really in their...

For years, energy psychology — and especially its signature technique known as tapping — has lived on the fringes of mainstream psychotherapy. Often dismissed as pseudoscientific, tapping has nonetheless garnered a loyal following among holistic practitioners and individuals seeking alternative methods for healing trauma, stress, and anxiety. But now, science is finally catching up. In a pivotal moment for the field, Dr. David Feinstein, a leading authority in energy psychology, has published a landmark paper that seeks to bridge the gap between ancient healing methods and modern neuroscience. His work, “Physiological Mechanisms of Energy Psychology Treatments: An Updated Synthesis,” offers compelling scientific insights into why and how tapping works — and why it deserves a place...

Have you ever felt like the world was spinning, even when you were standing perfectly still? That unsettling sensation, as if you’re on a merry-go-round you didn’t ask to ride, is known as vertigo. It’s more than a fleeting bout of dizziness — it’s disorienting, frustrating, and can make even basic daily activities feel like a challenge. But the good news is: vertigo is not something you have to just “live with.” Whether it stems from inner ear issues, migraines, or lifestyle habits, there are natural and effective ways to manage — and often overcome — this condition. Let’s dive into what vertigo really is, why it happens, and how you can regain your sense of balance...

For over a decade, my husband and I have opened our home to foster children—17 young souls aged 3 to 17, each carrying their own stories etched in trauma. Despite the differences in their backgrounds and personalities, one thread unites them all: the deep impact of trauma, often invisible yet profoundly shaping their emotional worlds. Trauma in children can manifest in many ways—emotional turbulence, behavioral struggles, mistrust, and difficulty forming attachments. More than anything, these children need safety, stability, and grounding. But beyond meeting their basic needs, a vital part of their healing journey is learning to self-regulate emotions. This begins with what I call holding space—a practice of co-regulation, where patience, mindfulness, and empathy create...