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Comics as Medicine
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Drawing can help us express and process our emotions. It's also a popular way to share personal stories of illness, and to learn about health.
Historical photo of a group of nurses in 1902.
This month’s Nashville history post lets photography do the talking, with a series of slideshows to enjoy. It begins with a tribute to medical workers for their dedication during these challenging times and ends with a bit of “Some Good News—Archives Edition.”
Smiling brown-haired woman in blue shirt and necklace, standing in park.
Lauri Newell doesn’t think of her life as extraordinary. “But then again,” she says, “I’m getting to nurture my family and our dreams at the same time."
Book cover for Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics.
Since May is Mental Health Awareness Month, I think now is a good time to revisit one of my favorite subjects: being good to yourself.
Two men and two women sit in a garden at a table laid out for breakfast.
Did you know that Asian Pacific American Heritage month is traditionally celebrated in May? This year, we might not be able to throw a big party, but that doesn’t mean we can’t get our Asian Pacific American read on.
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Family Folktales: The Stone-Cutter

A stone-cutter is content with his life until he is exposed to the life of a rich man. When his wish for such a life is granted, he wishes to be greater and stronger until the mountain spirit grants one last wish.