Each month I try to pick a quote which relates to our theme. I remember this funny saying from my years living in Northern Vermont. It is a reply when asking for directions from a friendly New England resident in the backwoods. It’s spelled: “You Can’t Get There from here.”

Our theme is Emotional Healing, and while restless at 4 am wondering about my letter’s content, this quote came to mind. Right! I can’t get there from here…I leapt out of bed and went straight to my keyboard to write this!

One day later, I am relating this quote to not just being lost driving with an out-dated map. I think of those who are dealing with alcohol and/or drug addiction. The more I learn about so-called “recreational” stuff, there is no fun or any benefits. As a crutch for stress reduction and relaxation, using them only brings a perpetually-negative downward cycle. Author and founder of This Naked Mind, Annie Grace shares an abundance of science-backed information on these facts. See p15.

September is National Mushroom Month. Do you know? Consuming mushrooms (not the psychedelic ones) enhances brain and overall health. See pp 20-21. I have foraged Reishi in Western NC, and I just ordered a DIY kit to easily grow my own safe varieties.  

If you are dealing with stress, anxiety and/or full-blown burnout, you’ll find help here. Stay curious—and don’t give up. Remember: You are not alone—and you CAN get there from here!

Here’s to Joyful Navigating, and
Happy Autumn Days Ahead,