Stress Management

Stress & Memory ...and Music?

rn‘We do not remember days; we remember moments.’ -Cesare Pavese MUSIC REKINDLES MEMORY IN THE ELDERLY: Each week, I spend 6-10 hours visiting on the dementia unit of a skilled nursing facility. It is a remarkable, joyful place, utilizing music therapy throughout each day. In addition, Sundays they provide concerts fo

Divorce Stress? Coping with Loneliness on the Roller-Coaster

Q: I’m a little embarrassed to admit this as an accomplished 47-year-old professional, but even though I am relieved to be finalizing our divorce, I think some of the stress I’m experiencing since our separation is actually ...loneliness. How can I get past that? A: Every journey through divorce seems to come

Divorce Stress? Navigating New Household Routines

Q: Dear Susie: I have always been the “go-to” person who can always the job done. Lately I feel off-balance. In our marriage we shared responsibilities for the household, kids, and one another. Over time, as it became clear that we had different goals, our marriage could not survive. Though I know this decision is

Divorce Stress? Asking for Help During/Following Separation

Overworked? Overwhelmed? Divorce can be one of life's most stressful experiences and indeed, starting out again on one's own is about a new kind of Independence. But it’s also a time when friends and loved ones can be a wonderful support network. And even as we are feeling a little lost or overwhelmed, we can also be

"Sugar, Ahh Honey-Honey:" The Scoop on Sugar & Stress

We live in a culture plagued by stress-related symptoms. My observations on sugar*s impact on stress levels, mood, physical pain, irritability and self-esteem are based upon both personal experience, and my work with thousands of people who come to me seeking help in preventing, reducing and releasing the physical, emo

Stress & Irritability: Could it Be My Hormones?

Q: Dear Susie. Over the past year I am feeling so much more stressed, impatient, and I'm always exhausted. I'm often cranky to be around. (And it's not much fun from the inside, either.) Could it be my hormones? How can I tell if it is? A: Wow. You've touched on an important realm. It sounds from your question as thoug

Managing Stress

Managing Stress

Apr 13, 2026