Exploring The Great West: Regaining Perspective on Health, Wealth and Worry

Originally Posted Sep 3rd, 2014

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Nancy M. Cappello, Ph.D. Founder & Director,
Are You Dense, Inc. &
Are You Dense Advocacy, Inc.
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Exploring the Great West - Regaining Perspective on Health, Wealth and Worry

From the blog: I was in awe of the vastness and spaciousness of the West -- my jaw was literally opened most of the trip through Moab and Arches and the spectacular changing vistas of Yellowstone. So often our life's perspective is gained by the view from our balcony or window, forming and dictating our attitudes from a very narrow lens . . . This excursion gave me the phenomenal opportunity to pause and set aside my "critical" daily activities to reflect on my great blessings.

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