Welcome to 2020, the year COVID-19 took control of our lives and challenged the very definition of health for it does not discriminate. Even those who were deemed healthy found themselves subject to the virus. Much focus has been on
When one journey ends, another begins…
I haven’t written a blog in quite some time, but I feel compelled to write this as I find myself on a journey through roads untraveled. As an integrative health coach, my focus is helping others learn life-long strategies that
The Truth About Ordering Supplements on Amazon or Ebay: Buyer Beware
True story. I ordered $450 worth of pharmaceutical grade supplements from Amazon, and as I am a Prime member I received them within two or three business days. Convenience; what would life be without it? For those who question how
Integrative Approach to Lyme Disease
Overview of Lyme Disease (LD) Lyme disease is the most frequently reported multisystem vector-borne illness in the U.S. caused by the spirochete Borrelia burgdorfi (Kugeler, Farley, Forrester, & Mead, 2015). It is transmitted to humans through the bites of blacklegged
This thing called CIRS
My life has taken a new trajectory, mainly as a result of a diagnosis that came after years of health struggles. Obesity. Anxiety. Depression. Hormone imbalances. Inability to sleep. Allergies. Just to name a few. I was cognizant of what
Health and Wellness Coaching: How Does it Serve You?
In the midst of a yin/restorative yoga class, while holding an asana that challenged my mind, body, and breath, my teacher offered a thought. She said, “When you feel supported, you feel safe and your body is able to let
Establishing a Mind/Body Connection: Choosing a meditation plan for your lifestyle
The purpose of this assessment is to better understand your personality, preferences and habits so that meditation practices which best suite your lifestyle can be recommended. Circle one response for each statement that best aligns to your answer for each
Authenticity: What is it and how does it impact coaching?
Through focused and deliberate cultivation – making a conscientious choice – authenticity is a value anyone can possess; they just have to be interested and willing to do the work associated with cultivating it. Understanding what authenticity is and how