My Mom, the Prayer Warrior
Every morning, my mom begins her day with a simple but profound ritual. She pours her coffee, settles into her favorite spot on the couch, and prays. She calls it her devotion time, but I’ve always thought of her as a prayer warrior.
This struck a chord with so many women…
It struck a chord because so many of us have felt that tension—of wanting to be accepted, but not wanting to lose ourselves in the process.
Dismantling the Stigma Around Men’s Body Image and Food Struggles
Introducing a conversation I had recently that is for the men who’ve ever felt stuck in shame, silence, or confusion about their relationship with food or their bodies—and for anyone who loves and supports them.
Let’s talk about something I’ve learned the hard way
I’ve been there. And I’ve tried all the “just stop” advice. But here’s the thing: these behaviors don’t come out of nowhere. They’re often rooted in deeper beliefs, nervous system patterns, and even the environments we grew up in.
If telling yourself to stop hasn’t worked, you’re not alone. The good news? There’s a different way.
The people around you make all the difference! An invitation in this New Year.
When it comes to healing from diet culture and negative body image, the people around you make all the difference. Join me in a wonderful six week Book Club, exploring the principles shared in my New Book BE-Friend Yourself.
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My Publisher sent me a copy of my book.
Body acceptance is a major theme in "BE-Friend Yourself: Finding Freedom with Food and Peace with Your Body." We live in a society that constantly tells us we need to look a certain way to be worthy, but I’m here to tell you that’s simply not true.
This book is a celebration of accepting and loving ourselves exactly as we are, without waiting to be 'perfect.' We are all perfectly imperfect, and it's our uniqueness that makes us powerful.
So, I want to get real with you all for a moment
I don’t just eat whatever I want, whenever I want.
Take this for example: We've all heard the advice, "Carpe …Diem Eat the damn ice cream sundae!" But you know what? I don't fully agree with that, and here's why:
just sitting here enjoying my ice cream and thinking of you…
Have you been having a tough time with food lately? I want you to know you’re not alone. Remember when I told you about my own struggles? Yeah, that guilt still pops up sometimes, even now.
Do I give you the impression that my life is perfect?
Do I give you the idea that my life is perfect?
Pretty pictures of me smiling with my sweet, beautiful family. I do indeed live a charmed life.
Giving up dieting doesn't mean giving up on yourself
The 5 Phases Of Healing To Find Freedom with Food, Feel Good In Your Body & Confident In Your Life.
"I am just one stomach flu away from my goal weight."
"I am just one stomach flu away from my goal weight."
Has anyone told you how great you looked while or after you were sick as a dog?
It's a strange experience. You kinda want to say thanks, but it can also be disorienting.
My Prayer for you
I was meditating today, and a prayer came through for you. I wanted to share it with you.
My Period Disappeared for Years
For many years, I didn’t have a period because I was exercising too much and not eating enough food.
What's the Difference Between Liking and Loving Your Body
What’s the Difference between Loving and Liking your Body?
You don’t have to like what you look when you look in the mirror, but you can still love your body.
He Told Me I Gained Weight
When I first started dating my husband, I was scared I wasn't thin enough for him. I assumed all men wanted to stick-thin women.