A weekly love letter for women in the middle of everything.
Hey Dr. Catherine is your weekly dose of real talk from me, Dr. Catherine Price—Doctor of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine with 20+ years of experience helping women look and feel their best. I share honest stories, expert insights, and doable tips to help you navigate hormones, skin changes, energy dips, and all the beauty (and weirdness) of growing into yourself. It’s personal. It’s practical. And it’s all about helping you thrive—body, mind, and spirit.
The matriarch of all emotions
Hello, my friend! Last night I found myself up at 2 AM with a stunning awareness of joy blooming in my heart—open almost like a big pink lotus flower. This doesn't happen often. Something inside me opened in the most joyous way possible, my heart expanding beyond what I thought it could hold. I heard someone say once that joy is the matriarch of all emotions—that you have to let all the other hard things in first to experience that pure elation. This profound truth has been unfolding in my...
A Social Summer Survival Guide 🏖
Hello, my friend! Finally, beautiful weather is upon us! We've endured our fair share of wet, slightly cloudy June weather, and summer officially kicked off yesterday. With all the socializing and gorgeous days ahead, it can be a bit of a challenge—one that requires some considered effort, especially if you're someone like me who is, deep down, a bit of an introvert. I love retreating to my garden This week, I'm sharing my social summer survival guide, along with some thoughts on aromatherapy...
The Stories We Tell Ourselves 💭✨
Hello, my friend! As I sat in garden this morning, watching the early light filter through the trees, I found myself thinking about something that came up in a session with a client this week. We were talking about those persistent inner voices—the ones that whisper things like "you're not good at that" or "you're not good enough." It got me wondering: what if most of the stories we tell ourselves about our limitations aren't even true? What if they're just old programming that has nothing to...
Time to Put Yourself First (Without the Guilt)
Hello, my friend! I've been having the most interesting conversations with women lately, and there's a common thread that keeps coming up: "I've taken care of everybody else. Now it's time to focus on myself." Sound familiar? As someone who inherited stepchildren at 26, I deeply understand this journey from constant caretaking to finally saying, "My well-being matters too." Today, I want to share some gentle ways to make that shift without the guilt that so often comes with putting ourselves...
Beauty Sleep Isn't Just a Saying (Plus Why Chocolate Heals Hearts)
Hello my friend! A patient asked me recently about my skincare routine, and honestly? My biggest secret isn't something I put on my face—it's how I sleep. That conversation got me thinking about the simple things that make the biggest difference in how we age and feel. Today I want to share something that might surprise you about your sleep position, and explain why reaching for chocolate during tough times isn't a weakness—it's actually ancient wisdom. 👇 In today's email: This week's...
Maybe I'm Asking the Wrong Question 🤔
Hello friend! I've been thinking about this all week, and it's one of those thoughts that keeps circling back to my attention. We're always asking ourselves "what should I do with my life?" But what if that's not the most important question? The Irish poet John O'Donohue said something that made me pause. He said we don't ask ourselves enough how we want to BE in the world. Not what we want to do – but who we want to BE. It's such a subtle shift, but it feels significant, doesn't it? Instead...
Do I Have to Say I'm Sorry?
Hello, my friend! As I sat with patients this week, I noticed something that made me reflect on my own behavior. One client apologized for not having a pedicure before her session. Then another apologized for being five minutes late. And another for her teenager calling during our time together. It struck me how frequently we, as women, say "I'm sorry" for simply existing in our natural state or managing the complexities of our lives. We're constantly trying to be pleasant, acceptable, and...
Many mother's have made me who I am
Hello, my friend! As I sit here looking at the garden my husband planted outside my office, I'm thinking about the many faces of mothering. Not just the biological ones, but all the unexpected ways we have been mothered and mother each other. Whether you're a biological mom juggling the daily chaos, a stepmother creating a blended family, an aunt who shows up consistently, or someone who mothers in other meaningful ways—this letter is my embrace of you. 👇 In today's email: This week's...
Swimming with friends
Hello, my friend! As I sit here with salt still drying on my skin, I can't help but feel immense gratitude for the simple joy of ocean swimming. There's something magical about that first plunge into the cool Atlantic waters, especially when shared with friends. Today, I want to talk about the surprising benefits of cold water immersion and how it connects us not just to nature, but to each other. 👇 In today's email: This week's inspiration: The Joy of Cold Water Swimming with Friends Latest...
The Gut-Feeling Connection: Your Microbiome's Hidden Power 🦠✨
Hello, my friend! Ever wondered why your gut has been called your "second brain"? As I delve deeper into the fascinating world of our microbiome, I'm continually amazed by how these tiny organisms orchestrate so much of our wellbeing. The trillions of bacteria living in our digestive system do far more than just process food - they're active participants in our hormonal balance, mental health, and immune function. This week, I'm excited to share insights about nurturing your gut health during...
Hey Dr. Catherine is your weekly dose of real talk from me, Dr. Catherine Price—Doctor of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine with 20+ years of experience helping women look and feel their best. I share honest stories, expert insights, and doable tips to help you navigate hormones, skin changes, energy dips, and all the beauty (and weirdness) of growing into yourself. It’s personal. It’s practical. And it’s all about helping you thrive—body, mind, and spirit.