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From Chaos to Calm

2/16/2026

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FROM CHAOS TO CALM

Do you ever have days where you feel so emotional overwhelmed you exist in a fog or cry at the drop of a hat?  Do you feel irritated and down more than you feel happy and energetic?

Life is hard. And emotions are real.  When we find ourselves in this place, sometimes we feel guilt. Guilt because we think we should be stronger and handle life's issues better. Guilt because we feel focused on ourselves and don't have the capacity to be there for other people. 

While it's tempting (and maybe even default) to push the emotions away, it is healthy to experience our emotions. And not to just feel them but to process them, work through the situation that triggered them and support our body in the emotions. ​
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7 Ways to go From Chaos to Calm

1- Name your emotions. Sometimes we don't even know what we are feeling. It's is a chaotic mess inside. Use an emotions wheel or chart to give words to your feelings.

2- Give your self permission to feel the emotion and to be ok with how you feel. You might need to tell yourself this out loud or to someone else. 

3- Journal how you feel. Write down your regrets and what you need to take ownership for in the situation. Write down all the things you want to let go of in the form of "I forgive...". Write down all the things you wished people would know. 

4- Use Console oil. Console soothes feelings of sorrow & grief and promotes feelings of hope and peace. Roll on the inside of wrist or over heart several times a day or when feeling overwhelmed. 

5- Nurture yourself by going for walks, spending time with friends, listening to music, making more space in your schedule to just be or whatever brings you joy.  

6- Ask Jesus to heal your emotions. Jesus understands what it feels like to be overwhelmed, sad, sorrowing and abandoned. He not only understands but is with us in every emotion we feel. Invite Him to join you in your emotions and to heal your hurts. 

7- Give yourself time. It takes time to process and work though hard emotions. Everyone process at a different pace so don't compare yourself to others. Be gentle with yourself and know that in time, healing will come. 

Unprocessed emotions are almost always a part of physical healing. Our mind, body and spirit work together so we have to address emotions to experience complete healing.

Addressing unprocessed loss, disappointment and emotions are all part of my 180 Days to Wellness.

If you want a personalized and whole body approach to healing, schedule a Discovery Call today to see if we are a good fit! ​
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Why Should I do Deep Breathing?

2/2/2026

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WHY SHOULD I DO DEEP BREATHING? 

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It's simple. You can do it anywhere, anytime. And it's so powerful! 

3 Benefits of Deep Breathing
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1- REDUCE STRESS AND ANXIETY

Deep breathing calms the body, helps it feel safe and counteracts the body's "fight or flight" response. It releases tension which can improve things such as high blood pressure, headaches, muscle tension and sleep. It can also help lower cortisol which can help with weight loss, emotional balance and exhaustion.

2- CAN IMPROVE DIGESTION
Constipation, diarrhea, indigestion and a hiatal hernia can result from tension and anxiousness. Deep breathing can improve the gut brain connection, improve physical responses to stress and release tension in the solar plexus.  

3- REMOVAL OF TOXINS
Our lungs is one of our detox organs. 70% of toxins can be released if we are breathing properly. This makes our body and our brains healthy. 

How to Deep Breath
Deep breathing strengthens your diaphragm and allows your lungs to fully expand creating better oxygen exchange and strengthening core muscles. 

*Sit in a comfortable position and place your hand on your stomach
*With your mouth closed, breath in and allow your lungs to fully expand. The hand on your stomach should move out. 
*Hold your breath for a count of 7. 
*Slowly release your breath while blowing air out from your mouth until you have completely exhaled. 
*Continue deep breathing for 5-10 minutes

You can also do square breathing for extra support for the nervous system. 
*Breathe in for 4 seconds
*Hold for 4 seconds
*Breathe out for 4 seconds
*Hold for 4 seconds

​Consistency is the key! Plan a time during the day like before meals to always do deep breathing. This creates a habit that turns in to consistent support over time. 

Have a hard time implementing habits or sticking with things?

​180 Days to Wellness not only helps you address root causes to annoying symptoms that you are struggling to overcome but also gives you accountability and practical ways to create lifelong habits.

Schedule a free Discovery Call to learn more about my services!  

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Know Stress is an Issue? Ready to Do Something About It?

12/29/2025

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​Don't just talk about your stress. Actually stop and do this exercise.

​List your top stressors. Find at least one small thing you can do to balance each stressor. It might simply be changing your thoughts about it. Or maybe it's setting boundaries with it (time, interactions with people, things you will and won't do, etc).

This is not about living in a stress free society. Increase your ability to manage and handle stress by unloading your stress bucket daily. Make a list of all the things that bring you joy and refresh you. Do something every single day to keep your stress bucket from being the reason you don't feel good! ​
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4 Tips for Managing Holiday Stress

12/15/2025

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    Christmas season is upon us!

Some people love this time of year. And some people hate it. While some of the reasons this season is stressful and painful can't be changed, somethings can. Here are a few tips to making this season just a little bit better than the year before! ​
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MAKE A PLAN
Don't wait until you are in the middle of the holiday season to realize you are overwhelmed. Sit down now and decide what things are most important to you and what you want to be part of your holidays.

Reflect back on the previous Christmas season. What went well? What didn't go well? What would you change to make it better this year? 

Maybe it's time at home alone enjoying Christmas music and quiet evenings looking at pictures of previous Christmases. Maybe it's baking Christmas treats. Maybe it's a specific tradition like cutting down a Christmas tree or a drive to see Christmas lights. Whatever you want to make sure is part of your holiday season, schedule it in now. 

KNOW YOUR LIMITS
Know your limits and schedule in time for what you need.

If you are someone who recharges by being alone, schedule in time daily or between gatherings to introvert. If you recharge by being with people, try to work your schedule to be able to attend all the social events. If you live with someone who is different than you, talk about what each of you need and make a plan that works so you can both enjoy the holiday season to the fullest. 


MANAGE STRESS
Managing stress is important for even the easiest times in life but it's especially needed during this time of the year! Schedule in 15-30 minutes every day for "me time" to do something relaxing to slow down your mind and body. Deep breathing, reading, bubble baths, puzzles, hot tea with music or reviewing your day with a friend all things that can restore and relax. 

PROTECT YOUR SLEEP

It's easy to let things like sleep and eating well go by the wayside during the holidays. There can be pressure to let things go because it's "just this one time of year". But sometimes the recovery from letting things go is so much more work than protecting and working on maintaining habits during the holidays. Decide what boundaries you need around sleep. Decide which times you can bend on the boundaries and when you need to be disciplined. Telling your host when you need to leave ahead of time can give you accountability, help keep your boundaries and protect your sleep. 

With a little intentionality, you can make this Christmas season better and happier for you and for everyone around you! 
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Everything Electrolytes!

6/16/2025

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EVERYTHING ELECTROLYTES!

Electrolytes are becoming quite the popular topic lately! Electrolytes are substances that conducts electricity when dissolved in water. Common electrolytes are minerals such as magnesium, potassium, sodium, calcium, phosphorus and chloride. 

Though electrolytes are nothing new, they are incredibly foundational and important to overall health. And maybe even more so in this time that we are living in!

One of the ways our body buffers the effects of stress is with minerals. In fact, the first mineral we use when we are stressed is magnesium. The more stress we have, the more minerals we are going to burn through. 

Summer humidity and heat causes us to sweat to keep cool but to do that, our body uses our stores of minerals. So it's crucial that when we are either enjoying a warm day outside or working out at the gym that we are replenishing our electrolytes. 

Electrolytes not only keep us hydrated but are also important for heart health, metabolism, blood sugar balance, energy, brain health, bone strength and muscle function. 
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3 Ways to Support Electrolytes

1- Eat Mineral Rich Foods
Sodium- real salt, pickles and olives
Calcium- dairy, leafy greens and almonds
Potassium- coconut water, bananas, avocados, spinach, sweet potatoes, beets, dried apricots
Magnesium- dark chocolate, avocados, nuts, seeds, beans
Phosphorus- dairy, eggs, meat, fish, nuts
Chloride- real salt, olives, seaweed

2- Take an Electrolyte 
There are plenty of electrolytes on the market. Be sure to choose one sweetened with stevia or no sugar, is sourced from food or absorbable forms of minerals and that has the right ratios of minerals. My favorite it doTERRA's Recharge. Or you can also DIY your electrolytes! 

3- Address Stress
This is by far the most difficult way but also the most effective! If we slow down the rate at which we are using minerals, then it will be easier to keep them at optimal levels. 

​Curious where your specific levels of minerals are and which ones you need to focus on?

Schedule a Discovery Call to learn more about Hair Tissue Mineral Testing and how it can benefit you as part of my 180 Days to Wellness! 

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There are Plants that Help with Stress?

10/24/2024

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There are Plants that Help with Stress?


The more I study herbs and the body, the more I see the depth and intelligence of our Creator! Each herb and plant is made to grow in specific conditions. And the properties of those plants are very well suited to the type of people who live and thrive in those environments. 

Today we are going to talk about a specific category of herbs called Adaptogens.

​Adaptogens are specific herbs that help the body adapt to stressful situations. This works because they grow and thrive in stressful conditions.  So when we ingest them, it also helps us to manage stress better. 

Adaptogens support and strengthen adrenal (stress glands) function by regulating the body's response to stress through the hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis. This balances cortisol which is one of our main stress hormones and contributes to aging. 

When our cortisol levels rise, we move into fight or flight which stimulates our adrenal glands and the sympathetic nervous system. If we stay in this state of elevated cortisol, it can contribute to feelings of exhaustion, weight gain in the belly, low libido and digestive issues. 

Adaptogens can help regulate the harmful effect of stress by promoting restful sleep, boost energy, ease anxiousness, lift the mood and increase focus. Adaptogens also help to build the immune system because stress hormones reduce the immune response. 

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Some of my favorite adaptogens are Ashwagandha, Tulsi (or Holy Basil) and Maca. But there are a wide variety of adaptogens including Cordyceps, Eleuthero, Korena Ginseng and many mushrooms. 

Ashwagandha
Ashwagandha is specifically helpful for people with sub-optimal thyroid function. It helps to regulate cortisol, resistance towards stress and slows oxidative stress. 

Tulsi
Tulsi is a powerful anti-aging substance. It helps regulate and support the immune system, supports cognitive function, may help lower cortisol levels and reduce stress-related irriations like canker sores and ulcers. Tulsi comes in a lovely tea with many flavors, capsules or an essential oil to diffuse or use topically. 

Maca
This adaptogen is estrogenic and has a reputation as an aphrodisiac. It increases libido and sexual performance in both men and women. It can help reduce stress and increase general health and energy. 

Cordyceps
Cordyceps is a fungus with anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It impacts cortisol and oxidation levels as well as overall immune support. It's a good remedy for the elderly, people with weak lungs or who frequently get sick.  It can also improve stamina and overcome sexual dysfunction. 

Eleuthero
Eleuthero is a slightly stimulating adaptogen and can help improve mental fatigue and physical stamina. It can also help to stimulate male hormone production.

Korean Ginseng
Korean Ginseng is a general tonic for the whole body. It helps to strengthen immunity, improve digestion and overcome fatigue and help the body repsond to stress. It's especially helpful for people who are cold, pale and weak and can be used as a daily tonic to strengthen sexual hormones and improve stamina. 


Although the best way to manage stress is still through stress management and reduction, adaptogens can be a helpful support and tool to feel better while working on reducing stress. 

If stress is impacting your daily life and you'd like to learn more about adaptogens or the impacts of stress on the body, let's connect through a discovery call! 
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How Stressed Am I?

7/22/2024

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HOW STRESSED AM I? 

There is no denying that we live in a very stressful world. Busy schedules, the drive to have more, pressure to keep up with the Jones, broken and difficult relationships, emotional poverty, toxins surrounding us in the air, our homes and our diet all contribute to our stress load.

And yet sometimes, because this is all such a part of life, we don't even realize how stressed we are. It's easy to become calloused to what our bodies are telling us. Or just accept the symptoms of stress as "normal". 

The first stages of stress is when our bodies perceive a stressor and responds to it. This can be manifested in any of the following ways. The more symptoms we have, the greater our stress is. 


  • Exhaustion
  • Alcohol Intolerance
  • Anxiety
  • Digestive Issues
  • Dry and Thin Skin
  • Hair Loss
  • Brain Fog
  • Fungal Infections
  • Thyroid Imbalances
  • Low Body Temperature
  • Pain in the Shoulders
  • Poor Memory
  • Weakness
  • Weight Gain/Loss
  • Allergies
  • Blood Sugar Imbalances
  • Decreased Sex Drive
  • Cravings- Especially Sweet and Salty
  • Headaches
  • Irritability
  • Mood Swings
  • PMS
  • Sinus Problems
  • Depression
  • Dizziness Upon Standing
  • Sick Often/ Frequent Infections
  • Inflammation
  • Low Blood Pressure
  • Heart Palpitations
  • Sleep Issues

Well, how did you do? If you have more than 10, it's time to take action. Stress, when not addressed, becomes chronic and the body's reserves become depleted. All body functions become compromised and lead to chronic diseases and autoimmune issues from which a weakened body has a reduced chance to recover. 
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Stress is one of the largest root causes to all health challenges and the biggest impact on wellness. If you are going to do one thing to change your health, this is where to start! 

Find out where you body is in the stress response, your unique causes of stress and specific things you can do to address your stress inside my Personalized Wellness Program! Check out the details or schedule a Discovery Call to get started!
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What If Money Grew On Trees?

5/20/2024

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WHAT IF MONEY GREW ON TREES?

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One thing I often hear people say is, "Being healthy is so expensive. I can't afford that." It's true, a healthy lifestyle can be more costly than eating cheap processed food. 

But what if I told you that the best things to live a healthy lifestyle were actually free? That God made them available to anyone just for the taking. Sounds like money growing on trees. Too good to be true. 

But it is true! Let's explore all the things you can access for free to live healthy and whole! 
Exercise
So many ways to do this!
  • Alone in the solitude and soaking up the beauty of creation.
  • Together with a friend or with the whole family for bonus connection.
  • Doing the things you love- biking, swimming, hiking, baseball, basketball, the activities are endless.

*Bonus* Exercising for 10 minutes- like a walk - after meals will help slow the carb spike and significantly balance your blood sugar. 

Drinking Water
Anything other than water you have to purchase- milk, tea, coffee, soda, energy drinks. It's just simplier, easier and healthier to drink water. 

Sleep
Going to bed by 10 pm is medicine for the body! Blood sugar balance, more energy, less brain fog, less inflammation, weight loss, the list goes on and on. It's even better if you get 8+ hours of sleep! 

Morning Sunlight
Opening the shades and getting the sun in your eyes or going outside first thing in the morning helps to reset your circadian rhythm. This promotes more melatonin as the daylight fades which gives you better and more restful sleep. 

Manage Your Stress
This alone will go a long ways in better health! Some stressors like jobs, relationships or schedules are pretty difficult to change. But you can set boundaries on the time you devote and the thoughts you think about them, limits on apps, social media and saying no to social commitments. 

But it's more about increasing your ability to manage and handle stress by unloading stress bucket daily. Do something every single day that is fun, renewing and relaxing! 

Grounding
Getting your barefeet on the ground helps to neutralize the electricity in your body, promotes calmness and less toxicity. 

God is the author of every good and perfect gift . And He gives all these things freely without discrimating by financial status. Because He wants everyone to enjoy the gift of good health! So go out and take the gifts that are freely offered. Just not on trees! 
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Slowing Down. Rebellion or Sanity?

10/9/2023

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SLOWING DOWN IN A WORLD THAT GLORIFIES BUSY IS AN ACT OF REBELLION

Slowing down. Is it an act of rebellion or an act to keep our sanity? Maybe it's both.

Choosing to purposely say no to the busyness of life can feel like you are being rebellious. The world at large doesn't seem to respect nor understand how valuable, rather necessary slowing down actually is. 

How often do you have a conversation with someone you know that the topic of being busy comes up? Really. Stop and consider this. It's almost as if we tell someone life is slow and we are enjoying the pace of life that we are at, they look at us as if we are rebelling against the culture. 

I mean, isn't it productive and honorable to be busy? Doesn't it mean that you are important if your schedule is full? 

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Slowing down, whether that is taking intentional time every day to enjoy nature, go for a walk, pause for a few minutes and consider the gifts from the day, sit and listen- really listen to a someone who needs to share or lingering at a meal with someone you care about, is an act that feeds the soul. 

Maybe it's purposefully planning one or two evenings in your schedule to just be at home- without a long to-do list and just enjoying being present. 

Or maybe it's scheduling a family fun night or date night once a week to do something fun like have a campfire, meander through a bookstore, make a fun dessert, go for a late night walk, play a game or listen to or play music  together. 

When we intentionally schedule time to be present with ourselves and those around us, we give ourselves a gift. The gift of reducing our stress, inflammation, increasing our mood and creating more connection.  

I challenge you to add slowing down into your schedule. Not for the purpose of being rebellious or to simply stay sane but because it's a gift. To yourself and to those you love! 


Learn more about stress management, slowing down and how it is a foundational piece to be more energetic, happier and yourself again in my personalized wellness programs. ​
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Tired of Feeling Tired and Overwhelmed?

9/25/2023

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TIRED OF FEELING TIRED AND OVERWHELMED? 

We live in a stressful world. No one is exempt from it. Whether it's physical, emotional, financial, relational or chemical stress, our bodies all perceive it as stress.

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