The Journey

Everyone has a journey that shapes their perceptions, attitudes and belief structure. I believe that who we are is a process that is constantly evolving and reshaping.There are a few things that have greatly shaped who I am right now.

First and foremost is my belief structure. I believe in God. I know he knows each of us and that he loves us more than we can imagine. I believe that he has a Plan for us. Life is more than just getting by. We are here to learn and grow, develop our talents, and serve our fellow man. We are here to have joy and to spread joy around us.

My family is another component of who I am. They are more important to me than any other material thing. Many of my choices are based upon what is best for my family. This doesn't mean I need to be a doormat or have no sense of self. The dreams and desires I have are good, but I want to achieve those things in a way that benefits my family.

My health is the other major aspect of who I am.

I was trained in a very traditional manner as a nurse. In the beginning, I had no reason to question. So I followed blindly, accepting that western medicine is the only way, and when there was no solution, then that is that. After all, it was all I knew. Then I developed PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome). Long story short, I couldn't accept that there was nothing I could do. I started questioning and taking charge of my own health. My stress level was high, but I was doing what I could with nutrition and exercise.

Then I developed Hashimoto's Thyroiditis (an autoimmune condition that attacks the thyroid). Again, I refused to believe that there was nothing I could do. I started studying and opening my mind. One thing always leads to another. I am learning that there is much more to health than nutrition and exercise. Optimal health is a multi-faceted thing that encompasses multiple areas and requires a balance. Some of these areas include: mental health, spirituality, social, stress control, nutrition and physical activity. I am sure that there are areas I am missing. But that's the beauty of it...it's a journey. I just know I am on the road to learning how to achieve optimal health. I want to be able to help everyone I can and empower them along the way.