Exciting Update for Health Optimization Cruise 2027
Dr. Greger Is Joining Us on the 2027 Health Optimization Cruise We are excited to announce an addition to our speaker lineup. Dr. Michael Greger will be joining us for the 2027 Health Optimization Cruise, along with Lissa and Nate Maris of Raw Food Romance, author and psychologist Dr. Angela Crawford Phd, author Janet Pearson, […]
Thinking About Solitude
This week has been heavy. We have those kind of weeks. The heaviness makes it hard to focus, hard to believe that things are sustainable. We carry on. We muster through. But are there better ways to treat the heaviness? I’ve been reading one of Thomas Merton’s works, a collection of his thoughts and contemplations […]
Coming Soon in Fall 2026
Introducing my new book titled “Rewiring the Mind for the Melancholy Soul”, scheduled to be released sometime this fall. The elements of the book, exploring depression through an unlikely pairing : the ancient wisdom of Christian contemplative practice and the emerging science of the gut-brain axis, published by Kharis publishing. We just finished the work […]
Vegan Gut-Healing Pesto
Basil Season! Garden-Inspired Zucchini Gnocchi Pesto With the zucchini ripening fast in our home garden, I set out to recreate the dish we had at Pennyroyal: Zucchini Gnocchi with Pesto. While mine may not win culinary awards, it turned out flavorful, nourishing, and deeply satisfying. Here’s my spin on it — a gut-friendly, microbiome-loving, dairy-free pesto made with […]
Media Coverage and Interviews 2025 – 2027
Appearances 2027 Health Optimization Cruise – January 17-23; There is still time to sign up for this great cruise. Eat healthy plant based breakfast, lunch, and dinner, made by expert chefs, yoga in the mornings and speakers on our non port days. https://aplantbaseddiet.org/2027-health-optimization-cruise/ Here is a informational session link to find out more! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kbw2g1hV_A0 2026 […]
Potato Spinach Plant-based Meatballs
Guest Article – by Holli Richardson
Thank you to Holli for sharing these tips to our community at Hope for Pain. We love those that wish to help those that struggle with persistent pain. Wish to write an article for Hope for Pain? Send inquires to hopeforpain@gmail.com Head-to-Toe Health Strategies for Chronic Pain Sufferers At Hope for Pain, we know that […]
Preparing for Surgery the “Hope For Pain” Way
Often times, those that suffer with chronic illness have to undergo some type of surgical procedure. I have created a guide to help you prepare for surgery to obtain the best results possible before, during, and afterwards. For best results, begin this guide 14 days before your surgery. I have incorporated physical , mental, spiritual recommendations along with references for further study.
Improve Your Overall Wellness This Year With These Resources
Guest post written by Sean Morris. Sean writes for website LearnFit. He worked previously as a social worker, now is a full time dad and wellness blogger. Thank you Sean for your contribution to this community! Feeling good physically and mentally can come from many sources, but it can be hard to find a means of […]
Breast Cancer Recurrence and Chronic Pain – Recent Research
I like sharing research with this community. Having easy access to medical journals allows me to share things with you as I find things pertinent to new research being established in the chronic pain field. This month in August 2021 a review of current research regarding breast cancer and chronic pain was published. This article […]