Artificial sweeteners are often marketed as the solution to our sugar cravings without the caloric consequences. But beneath the promise of guilt-free sweetness lies a growing concern: these sugar substitutes may disrupt our body’s natural metabolic signals, particularly those tied to hunger and satiety. Over time, this disruption could make weight management harder—not easier. This... Continue Reading →
The Effects of EMFs and Processed Foods on Health
In our crazy, tech-filled world, we’re always surrounded by electromagnetic fields (EMFs) from things like smartphones, Wi-Fi routers, and power lines. Add a diet loaded with processed foods to the mix, and you’ve got some serious health issues brewing. These two things—though they might seem totally separate—can team up and create a harmful combo that... Continue Reading →
How to Strengthen Your Mindset Before Hard Times
We’ve all had moments when life throws more at us than we feel we can handle. Deadlines pile up, family needs attention, work gets chaotic, and personal goals can seem like they’re slipping further out of reach. In times like these, having a resilient mindset is what helps us navigate the chaos, make clear decisions,... Continue Reading →
Why “Normal” Isn’t in My Vocabulary—And Why it Shouldn’t Be in Yours Either
Have a normal job, live a normal life, do normal things with normal people. Ever stop to ask yourself, "Is this it?" Because for me, that’s never been enough. Growing up, I had a front-row seat to scarcity—no car for a while, barely enough heat in the winter, and a tiny house that couldn’t hide... Continue Reading →
What You Don’t Hate, You Will Tolerate
In our journey through life, we often come across situations, people, and circumstances that test our limits and push us to question our values, beliefs, and boundaries. It is during these moments that we discover two profound truths: "what you don't hate, you will tolerate" and "you have to hate something in order to change."... Continue Reading →
Brain – Gut Connection
The gut-brain connection is a complex and fascinating system that links the digestive system with the central nervous system. The health of your gut has a significant impact on your mental health and well-being. In this article, we'll explore the gut-brain connection, its effects on our health, and how to improve gut health. What is... Continue Reading →
The Gut/Brain Connection
All diseases begin in the gut ~ Hippocrates Many people experience some gut-related symptoms like abdominal discomfort or diarrhea due to changes in their emotions. Is that by chance? Or maybe there is an actual connection between the gut and the brain? Well, recent studies confirmed a connection between GI function and emotions. But is... Continue Reading →
Fair-Weather Friends
Have you ever noticed that some people are only around when times are good? Ever notice when your life is rainy they are no where to be seen? These people will smile to your face, ask for advice, use your shoulder when they need to cry and your ear when they need to vent. But... Continue Reading →
30 Years…
Today I have been on this earth for 30 years. Seen a lot of things. Been a lot of places. I've loved hard and I've lost even harder. I've made mistakes. I've done great things and terrible things. But I have no regrets. May the next 30 bring more adventure, more experiences, more love, more... Continue Reading →
Self Sabotage
Imagine this; you find yourself in a situation or meeting someone that seems extremely great... dare I say perfect... you're trying to figure out how this is so good, what you did to deserve something this good. You start waiting for the "other shoe to drop". You start looking for things that are wrong. You... Continue Reading →