“You are not a name. Not a role. You are the scent of rosemary. The line of a poem whispered in the dark.”... Read More
palliative care
Clinic Notes: The Garden in Her Mind
Scientists at Stanford have demonstrated that certain natural patterns, particularly fractals, can calm the brain and reduce cortisol levels. These patterns show up in riverbeds, tree branches, and even Jackson Pollock paintings. The brain loves a certain level of complexity — not too much, not too little. Just like in a well-tended garden.... Read More