How to say “a thought” in French and rewiring the brain (neuroplasticity!)

Where is the mind located and do our thoughts really have substance–as scientists have observed? They say our thoughts can control our pain levels and more. I believe this, having used mind over matter while receiving several shots during skin cancer removal. Now if I could only train other parts of my brain–especially the emotional parts. Note: the fur, above, is fake. I'm wearing my daughter's … Continue reading How to say “a thought” in French and rewiring the brain (neuroplasticity!)

gradins

I don't have a photo for you of les gradins, or bleachers, in Nimes. I hope this "seat" will be a good stand-in. More about Gallic gradins in the story column, below. (Update: we now have photos of the gradins (see story column and mille mercis to Michaelpatrick Callahan for his photos of the Nimes arena). les gradins (lah grah-dahn) noun, masculine, plural     : … Continue reading gradins