#My2016 When Education and Creativity Collide—-How to read a Dr. Allana Da Graca Blog Post Dr. Allana Da Graca “You cannot be an educator and an artist at the same time,” said a close friend. I heard this comment and snickered to myself. I had heard this so many times before, but was able…
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Sidonia Chronicles: Where is god?
With tears in my hands
I looked at him and I wanted a response
We stood at the shore of the river
I could see my reflection in his and he told me it would be the last moment we shared
Sidonia Chronicles: She Knew Their Eyes Met
Sidonia Chronicles: She Knew Their Eyes Met She looked at her phone and recognized the first and last name of a male figure An image accompanied the picture and reminded her of the loss A man she was told was still living but chose to be dead to her She stared at this image on…
Sidonia Chronicles: Bags of Neglect in the Trash
Bags with empty vessels of honor
Crumpled paper of hopes and dreams deferred
Sitting next to the dirt with feces
Sidonia: My Uncle Turtle
Sidonia Chronicles: My Uncle Turtle Dr. Allana Da Graca Sidonia Chronicles are tales of a young adult who shares her struggle with various forms of abuse. All stories in these tales are fictional. Let’s put a halt on the secret and shame of child abuse. I hate having these discussions about my past with…
Summer Series Seven: When Secrets Rob our Lives
How many times have we observed someone in the news doing an outrageous act? How many times have we observed quiet pupils bust out in a rage for “No apparent reason?” Indeed-secrets of hurt can harbor resentment and bitterness within an individual for years. It is like a festering wound that cannot go away. Depending…
Summer Series Six: A Plant Based Diet: What we can Learn from Dr. Gabriel Cousens
One of the ways I am able to stay motivated with healthy eating is by watching videos of studies that investigate the plant based diet to that of a traditional one. I was fascinated when I found Dr. Gabriel Cousens and his work with helping his patients reverse Diabetes. He worked with Diabetes patients who…
Summer Series Blog Three: Our Food Secrets
So this morning I decided I would jump back on the health wagon. This past week I said screw the diet, I am “Going All In.” I mentally stated, “No smoothie, no salad, beans or nuts!” I want to go back to the good ole days of eating apple pie, ice cream, chips, cookies (Gluten…
Summer Series Wellness Blogs: Meditation
Meditation Dr. Allana Da Graca Everyone knows when they need a break. Here are all of the signs. You may tell yourself that you will rest when you can find time to get it into your schedule. You may elect to begin a new regime and then fall off the wagon after 10 days. You may…
Knock Out Life Challenges: With a Home Work Out!
Knock Out Life Challenges: With a Home Work Out! Dr. Allana Da Graca I was surprised today by what took place this morning! Normally I go to the Gym and participate in a group fitness class, but the rain kept me inside. I almost did not work out due to the weather, but I…
Book Pre-Launch: Why Tomorrow Can’t Wait by Dr. Allana Da Graca
Book Pre-Launch: Why Tomorrow Can’t Wait Dr. Allana Da Graca I began writing my latest self-help book Tomorrow Can’t Wait two years ago. I remember this vividly as I was at a place of introspection. I thought of all of the that people would say, “You have completed so much in your life and now…
Peak Moments for Transformation: Travel to Gabon Part II
My Gabon Experience Part II When I taught in the traditional classroom I would save ten minutes of class time for an activity I called “Current Perspectives.” Surprisingly, students would arrive to my classroom twenty minutes early to debate hot topics. These topics ranged from themes about relational challenges, ethical dilemmas, communication…
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