What Doctors Don’t Know – An Exploration of the Gaps in Healthcare Last week, I was meeting with a chiropractor over coffee at one of my favorite Vancouver coffee shops (THATCHERS near downtown). The chiropractor and I were discussing our modalities and unique approaches to helping people feel good in their bodies and overcome chronic […]
When my hair started falling out in clumps, I panicked. But instead of spiraling, I chose to get curious. By retracing my steps and diving into my body’s clues—like unexpected fatigue and nutrient deficiencies—I uncovered the root causes of my excessive shedding. Donating blood, a diet low in iron and zinc, and lingering effects of disordered eating were all pieces of the puzzle. With a targeted plan to replenish my body and restore balance, I’m already feeling stronger. Here’s how I approach complex health challenges, both for myself and my clients.
Ignoring Intuition Overriding gut feelings for logic or external validation. Dismissing inner “nudges” in favor of what seems practical or expected. People-Pleasing Saying “yes” to others while neglecting personal needs. Making decisions based on fear of rejection or judgment. Suppressing Emotions Avoiding feelings like sadness, anger, or joy to appear “strong.” Distracting yourself from uncomfortable […]
In Preparation for Thanksgiving: Let’s Talk Detoxing This month, we’re diving into a hot (and often misunderstood) topic: detoxing. The good, the bad, the lies, the truths, and everything in between. Why? Because there is soooo much misleading and conflicting information about detoxing in the health space. So, before we indulge next week, let’s take […]
Delaying Gratification is the key to health, healing and happiness! This wisdom has been passed down to me from my mentor and now I pass it down to you.
Delaying Gratification- So YOU Can Feel Good for a long time.
It’s hard to show up with our hearts open and our lights shining when we’re bogged down by feelings in our body. Chronic, mysterious, or persistent symptoms hold us back from living fully. They stop us from chasing joy, from shining our light bright enough for the world to see.
It isn’t just about managing symptoms or following a wellness plan. It’s about something much deeper—confronting parts of yourself, setting boundaries, and often going against the grain of what society expects. Healing takes courage because it asks you to do the hard work of addressing not just your physical health, but your emotional and mental well-being as well.
Struggling with any persistent or chronic health issue? Have you checked in on your sleep? Sleep plays an absolutely critical role in every part of the healing journey.
If you’re one of the millions of people who suffer from migraines, you know how debilitating these episodes can be. But there’s good news, relief is possible!
crimes against nature” lead us to states of disease and ill health. One of the most important, yet often overlooked, ways we commit these crimes is by ignoring the body’s natural urges. Whether it’s holding in gas, delaying sleep, or suppressing a sneeze, when we go against our body’s signals, there are consequences.
