We live in a constant state of over-stimulation - billboards advertise, televisions speak, cell phones ring, text and email us – all tapping into our senses to tell us what we need and when we need it. From food choices to recreation to fitness, our lives are becoming more and more controlled by the swirling vortex of media that constantly surrounds us. Our perceptions are fed to us – we conform and buy into the media's messages. This pill will burn excess fat, this gadget will make your chores easier, eat this, buy that - an endless stream of things to help you live a more comfortable life. But are we really better off with these things? And how does this all relate to wellness any way?

It seems every day our lives get busier – work, school, travel – where is the time for family? Often I feel like my family consists of "ships passing in the night." We see each other, but we don't seem to engage in much quality time. Our activities are different and take us in opposite directions. How do we find the time that we want and need to spend together as a family?