~☆~Autumn

“We can't build hormones like estrogen, testosterone, or vitamin D without cholesterol, and its mandatory presence in our cell membranes should be comforting to us all, ...”
― Georgia Ede, M. D.

“I miss you,” I whispered. “I know, Bella. Believe me, I know. It’s like you’ve taken half my self away with you.”
― Stephenie Meyer, Twilight

“In some cases, structural defects in cells can lead to a positive feedback cycle that affects metablolism and can make it harder for cells to work. One specific example is myelin, which is an utter protective coating for neurons made by support cells called oligodendrocytes. Myelin makes it easier for neurons to send electrical signals”
― Christopher M. Palmer MD, Brain Energy: A Revolutionary Breakthrough in Understanding Mental Health—and Improving Treatment for Anxiety, Depression, OCD, PTSD, and More

“Why do people leave their curtains open with the lights on after dark?”
― Patric Gagne Ph.D., Sociopath: A Memoir