The green juice and the wheatgrass served daily at Hippocrates gave me incredible amounts of energy. These drinks were so satisfying that often at lunch and dinner times I was not hungry.
Fast forward a few years. I did achieve the financial success and the accolades that often accompany this type of traditional accomplishment, but I was still unfulfilled.
I have been following a vegan lifestyle since the late 60’s. I was a member of the Natural Hygiene Society which advocates raw food, exercise, fresh air, sunshine, mental poise and fasting.
Liona Boyd, "The First Lady of the Guitar," gave her first "concert" at age eight in a talent competition. At age thirteen she asked her parents for a guitar as a Christmas present.
Any life crisis or transition comes with the opportunity to fail or to excel. Understanding the three stages of crisis can make the difference between a successful transition and a less than desirable outcome.
I eventually chose to quit my banking career in 2001. At forty, I had reached a stage in my life whereby I was ready to make real changes and allow my passions and values to meet my professional life.
The first time I came to Hippocrates Wellness was in 1992. An 80+ year-old columnist in a financial newsletter answered a lady who had asked why he was so vibrant and active at his age.
When she arrived at the Hippocrates Wellness she needed a wheelchair or walker to get around. She suffered from extreme pain in all of her joints as well as edema in her hands and feet.