Empath Health News and Blog
Finding Our Deeper Truth
One of the biggest causes of our anxiety and sadness is our belief that things must be a certain way in order for us to be happy. Certain conditions must be met or circumstances realized in order for us to feel safe, secure, happy, or satisfied. These may be different...
How to Cope with Father’s Day after Dad Has Died
Sometimes, it’s the little things we remember about our loved ones that have the greatest meaning. Remembering Dad One dad persistently saved everyday items he thought might someday be useful. He stored bread ties, paper clips and batteries in drawers in the house,...
Stepping Up for Men’s Health
Join us along with a team of healthcare professionals for an African American Men’s Health Forum on Saturday, June 30 in recognition of Men's Health Month. Learn more about this free community event in this months Weekly Challenger. Registration is free but required....
Pinellas County Commission Declares June 5 Suncoast Hospice Day
Clearwater, Fla. – In recognition of more than four decades of providing end-of-life care for patients and grief counseling for their families, Pinellas County, Florida has formally declared June 5, 2018 as Suncoast Hospice Day. In its proclamation, the county...
We Never Know What Is Possible
James Baldwin, novelist and social critic, shares these words of wisdom with us: “Not everything that can be faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed that is not faced.” We never know what is possible until we try. May we find within ourselves the courage to...
The Gratitude List
Practicing gratitude can shift our perspective and help us feel calmer, achieve more clarity and increase our ability to see and truly enjoy "the small things." This morning I wrote down the first things that came to mind that bring me joy or a sense of...
Pet Volunteers Make a Lovable Mark in Suncoast Hospice Patients’ Hearts
Big, small, fluffy, snuggly – we love our pets! They are our fur babies, our friends, our family. They greet us with open paws and wagging tails and live for petting, treats and playtime. Our pets bring us happiness. Did you know your pets can serve another important...
Honoring Veterans: World War II Navy Veteran Survived Ship Sinking
Young Man at War Russell Palmer set his path for service in his youth. He lived a Connecticut farm life, then joined the Navy and then went to fight at sea during World War II. “I was in my second year of high school. I was tired of school. I was interested in travel....
Marine Veteran Finds New Purpose Honoring Veterans at the End of Life
Once a Marine, Always a Marine rings true with Vietnam Marine Corps Veteran Gordon “Skip” Cutting. He shares a sacred brotherhood and sense of service with veterans in the community. “Tampa Bay is unique because we have so many retired military in this area. We have...
What We Can Learn From Weeds
I have a space in my backyard which is marked off by bricks and filled in with river pebbles. For months now, it has been the scene of a fierce battle. A battle which, I regret to say, I am losing. No matter what I do, a stunning variety of little green weed shoots...
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