January 2024

At the tender age of 12, Hemesh experienced a moment that would shape his future, a moment of sheer panic and realization that would drive him towards a remarkable mission. (CREDIT: Hemesh Chadalavada ) To read more of JD Shavit's article, please click here. In the summer of 2018, young Hemesh Chadalavada embarked on a heartwarming journey filled with cherished memories spent with his beloved grandmother, Jayasree, in their family home in Guntur, southern India. The days were adorned with...

Pretending is the imposter’s exhausting attempt to conceal hidden wounds that often trace back to childhood. Most people relate to at lease some aspects of the syndrome. We discuss ways to drop the mask, counter insecurities, and live authentically.

I just wanted to let everyone know about an upcoming event which is going to be AMAZING! The Santa Clara County chapter of the California Academy of Family Physicians is hosting an ACE Healing Conference on April 20, 2024 in San Jose. We are going to be looking outside of the box for ways doctors can partner with the city government, houses of worship, recovery communities, coaches, and more to create resilient communities which both prevent and treat ACE-related trauma. We are using the PCE...