<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Ron Alexander]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bullet Proof Soul, a poignant collection of essays from Author Ron Alexander will publish in February 2026.]]></description><link>https://www.ronalexanderbook.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 01:07:02 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.ronalexanderbook.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Exploring the Impact of Cannabis on the Mind and Body]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ron Alexander Frequent cannabis smoking may significantly increase a person’s risk for heart attack and stroke, according to an observational study supported by the National Institutes of Health. The study, published in the Journal of the American Heart Association , uses data from nearly 435,000 American adults and is among the largest ever to explore the relationship between cannabis and cardiovascular events.    The study, funded by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI),...]]></description><link>https://www.ronalexanderbook.com/post/exploring-the-impact-of-cannabis-on-the-mind-and-body</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e74d51a96d49e56ec803ba</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:14:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6fff75_336796ea9e03455d97832617eeeb5815~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Ron Alexander</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding the Lasting Effects of Childhood Trauma on Adult Life]]></title><description><![CDATA[Childhood trauma shapes more than just early years. Its impact often extends into adulthood, influencing mental health, relationships, and overall well-being. Recognizing these effects helps adults understand their experiences and seek support for healing. A quiet park bench symbolizing reflection and healing What Childhood Trauma Means Childhood trauma refers to distressing events or experiences during early life that overwhelm a child’s ability to cope. These can include physical or...]]></description><link>https://www.ronalexanderbook.com/post/understanding-the-lasting-effects-of-childhood-trauma-on-adult-life</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e64cf8930722cfe91705df</guid><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:59:40 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6fff75_e2b84f702b284b64b58582ec5c871500~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Ron Alexander</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>