April 26, 2025

Caption for image: Measuring the mark the ultrasound lab technician traced on my leg to illustrate the extent of the calf muscle tear (he said it was at least a 12.5 cm tear).  I recently faced a frustrating experience with our healthcare system that I know many of you can relate to. After a painful calf

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April 18, 2025

I tore my calf muscle – like really bad 😣. I’ve been on crutches since last Thursday.  It happened right before we planned on going camping at Joshua Tree for the kid’s Spring Break vacation.How I tore my calf muscle First of all, it could have been worse. It happened when I was taking my kids

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April 10, 2025

And why the path to healing might be different than you think…You’ve tried everything.Doctor after doctor. Blood tests, scans, maybe even referrals to specialists.And still, the fatigue lingers. The body aches. The overwhelm creeps in like a fog.Maybe you were told everything looks “normal.”Or worse—that it’s all in your head.You’ve felt dismissed, unheard, maybe even

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April 3, 2025

Have you ever found yourself wondering why, no matter what you try, the fatigue, pain, and sense of overwhelm just won’t let up? It’s like you’re stuck in a loop, searching for answers.In this piece, we’re going to take a closer look at the link between toxic stress and chronic symptoms. We’ll explore how this

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March 26, 2025

This Spring season always reminds me of the potential for growth and renewal, especially when it comes to our health and well-being. As Winter transitions into Spring, the energy shifts dramatically. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, Winter is associated with the Water element, symbolizing rest, reflection, and conservation where the energy is drawn inward. In contrast,

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March 19, 2025

In a world filled with challenges and negativity, maintaining your joy can sometimes feel like an uphill battle. Dealing with chronic symptoms makes it even tougher. Protecting your joy is even more essential. I don’t mean joy in a Pollyannaish way. (Pollyanna by the way usually refers to a person who is constantly or excessively

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