I had a pity party recently—the kind where tears arrive unexpectedly and all your past losses line up for inspection. Afterall, I haven’t left the house in over a month. While I’ve been struggling with my physical health for quite some time, I thought surely, I would be all better by now. Since my mother’s… [Read More]
What a Balance Cushion Taught Me About Hypervigilance
Recently, I began vestibular rehabilitation after being diagnosed with peripheral vestibular hypofunction, a condition in which one side of the balance system is not sending clear signals to the brain. The treatment is surprisingly simple: eye movements paced by a metronome, balance exercises, and repetitive activities designed to help the brain recalibrate and compensate. Well,… [Read More]
There Is No One Diet That Fits Every Body
In wellness spaces—especially those focused on histamine intolerance, inflammation, lymphatic health, migraines, or autoimmune conditions—dietary conversations often start with curiosity and end in certainty. But here’s the thing. There is no one diet that fits every body. Eat this. Never eat that. If you’re still sick, you’re doing it wrong. I want to slow that… [Read More]
Listening to the Body: My Histamine Journey
For much of my life I’ve lived with health challenges that defied easy explanation. I was born with primary lymphedema and then I acquired sarcoidosis over two decades ago. In recent years those challenges reached a breaking point: vertigo, dizziness, light sensitivity, wheezing, and vestibular migraines that sometimes struck three or four times a week…. [Read More]
A Goat Tale: Synchronicity and Sustenance
In the stillness of early morning, as I poured hot water over coffee grounds, my eyes landed on the drawing that hangs on my kitchen wall—a modern, slightly abstract rendering of a goat by Hoboken artist, Robert Clarence. I bought it years ago at the Van Der Plas Gallery in Manhattan, a gift for my… [Read More]
Magnesium for Wellness and Calm!
Let’s talk about magnesium for wellness and calm. This mineral is also great for clarity and focus! I’m outlining important information about magnesium supplements below. 1. Health Goals Relaxation and Stress Support: Look for products like Mineral Essence, which contains magnesium and trace minerals that support relaxation and overall well-being. Young Living’s Mineral Essence, my… [Read More]
Embodying Cultural Humility
These days, it seems like a simple question that invites us to embrace cultural humility. Are you for diversity, equity, and inclusion? For many, the expectation is a clear and immediate “yes”—often accompanied by specific language, positions, or actions that signal alignment. But in practice, the question is more layered than it first appears. Over… [Read More]
Thinking about CBD? Consider CBD Aromatherapy!
What are Factors to Consider When Choosing a CBD Product? When considering the purchase of CBD products to leverage their medicinal benefits, there are several factors you should evaluate to make an informed decision, including the combination of CBD and essential oils, referred to as CBD Aromatherapy. Understanding CBD Terminology Navigating the terms on CBD… [Read More]
