Today I live a healthy, happy life. I run a business, homeschool my three children, and hike with my dogs on the weekends. You’d never know that six years ago I nearly died from an advanced stage of an autoimmune disease. In 2015, while still in my 30s, I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. It…
Thinking Mode Versus Doing Mode
I spend a lot of time dreaming about things—incredible adventures I want to go on, self-improvement projects, all those books I plan on reading … And there’s nothing wrong with that. Dreaming is wonderful. What I’ve noticed, though, is that sometimes I get stuck in the thinking and dreaming mode. I don’t actually take action….
Drinking Enough Water May Prevent Heart Failure
New research has found a link between drinking water and a reduced risk of heart failure. According to research presented at ESC Congress 2021, staying hydrated throughout life could reduce the risk of developing heart failure. Daily fluid intake recommendations range from 56 to 74 ounces (1.6 to 2.2 liters) for women and 70 to…
How to Achieve What You Want
What do you want? What if I told you there is a way to get it? Like most things that matter, it’s a process rather than a quick fix. It requires perseverance but you can apply this process to any area of your life. Whether your goal is better health, closer relationships, or financial freedom,…
Defensive Medicine
HT was a 27-year-old woman who was having some pelvic pain, nothing really bad, and it sounded like cramping due to her period. Could be endometriosis, but that’s for another story. The problem is that when I was called by the ER doctor to go see her, she told me that the lab tests were…
Your Purpose Is an Inalienable Right
I recently read an article about the surprising career moves of retired NBA stars. After spending their lives developing athletic skills, I was curious to learn what new jobs they chose and the purpose behind their decisions. Some of the positions they chose were truly surprising: crossing guard, chef, truck driver, substitute teacher, livestock farmer, apple…
Top 5 Anti-Aging Activities That Don’t Cost a Thing
Aging is a natural process that none of us can avoid, but the decline can be less severe if we practice good self-care. There are many expensive treatments and serums that help ward off the signs of aging, but treating our bodies with kindness and feeding our soul what it craves can give some of…
How to Limit the Effects of Acid Reflux
Acid reflux can turn a great meal with loved ones into a nightmare. The burning sensation can suck the joy from the meal and take you away from those memorable summer nights. There are only a few short months to enjoy seasonal cookouts, and you want to make the most of them. Heartburn can be…
Tiny Teff: A Small but Mighty Ancient Whole Grain
Have you seen the term “ancient grain” on food packaging or touted in commercials, and wondered what makes it different than other types of grains? Modern wheat has been constantly bred and changed to adapt to growing conditions, to decrease crop cost, and to increase yield. On the other hand, ancient grains remain largely unchanged….
Why Do I Dwell on the Past?
Many of us enjoy writing in a diary, reading autobiographies, or nostalgically reflecting with others about past times. Why is remembering our past so important? Are there downsides? And what can we do if dwelling on the past bothers us? Memories Make Us Human Over several decades, researchers have shown that remembering your past is…
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