what works

New sib

by Isy
March 12, 2011
science, what works

Check out the sister site: Bio Wizardry: Cauterizing the Bleeding Edge I’ve already had one comment that told me I’m doing exactly what I intended… Read More »New sib

Dopamine, poverty, and pain: the lighter side

by Isy
March 8, 2011November 12, 2017
5 Comments
critical thinking, CRPS knock-on effects, nature, neurotransmitters, perspective, what works

Executive decisions are made in the forebrain. The information that goes into them comes from the sensory cortex (nearby) and the hypothalamus (back in the… Read More »Dopamine, poverty, and pain: the lighter side

Inspiration and vacation

by Isy
February 26, 2011
nature, perspective, what works

I must remember to inhale. It’s too normal to go about with my whole core clenched. It’s very tiring, and I’m generally tired enough, thank… Read More »Inspiration and vacation

Balancing act: homeostasis and words I live by

by Isy
January 25, 2011
1 Comment
critical thinking, nature, perspective, tasty words, what works

A balance has two ends: when one goes up, the other goes down. As a metaphor for living, it lacks dimension. Homeostasis is better. It… Read More »Balancing act: homeostasis and words I live by

Extreme Moderation: an Olympic challenge

by Isy
October 19, 2010
humor, perspective, tasty words, what works

I got on the wrong train today. Got off 15 minutes later – was already 15 minutes late, so now it’s pushing an hour. Ok,… Read More »Extreme Moderation: an Olympic challenge

Living lean: mulling cost and value

by Isy
September 21, 2010
critical thinking, perspective, realpolitik, what works

I’ve gotten pretty good at the fine art of stretching a dollar so tight that if I let go, the rebound could snap my nose… Read More »Living lean: mulling cost and value

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