Insights from a journey back to wellness
Dr. Mardi Crane-Godreau's posts address the root causes of common chronic illnesses, especially Long COVID and diseases of aging. Posts offer insights from peer reviewed science and from the life experience of a Vermonter.
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Qigong & Health (opens the original)
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My last post, Qigong and Health-Part I, was focused on evidence that inflammation reduction and improved cognitive function are benefits for those who regularly practice qigong. But, where does one start? Breath is a universal qigong tool that opens the door. It’s a special gift for those challenged by ill health, inexperience or the perception of a lack of time. <a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0cwe!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:ste
Qigong and Health (opens the original)
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They say that a picture is worth a thousand words. So, wanting to illustrate awareness and control of the nervous system in meditation and qigong, I’m sharing a work by noted neuroscientist and internationally known artist Dr. Greg Dunn. Gregg is also a meditator. “The brain and the beautiful forms of neurons fit harmoniously” into the graphic illustrations found throughout his works.I’ve selected one of his pieces anticipating that it may, for some, arouse curiosity. For others it may reflect d
Adapting to a smoky world (opens the original)
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I’m a scientist who addresses recovery from COVID and healthy aging here on Substack. Many subscribers and friends were undoubtedly exposed to threatening levels of smoke in mid July this year. I’d like to offer tools to help to plan for the future and to support your health and wellbeing. Knowledge and some simple planning are key to staying safe. Smoke from the Canadian wildfires in mid July 2026 was dramatic. It also presented risks to millions of humans, livestock, pets and the environment.
Finding Anchors in the Face of Stress 2026 (opens the original)
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I’m a scientist, also trained in trauma therapy. Since 2022 I’ve posted a series on the steps that have helped me recover from Long COVID and from the more mundane effects of aging. In response to the tsunami of stressful changes that are currently impacting individuals in our nation and beyond, I’d like to offer up some insights to bolster the health and wellbeing of readers and friends. My intention with this post is to provide a variety of resources that might be useful to bolster wellbeing a
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