Rewilded Wellness

Rewilded Wellness: Nurturing Your Body's Ecosystem - Season 2 Premiere

In the exciting premiere of Season 2, I dive deep into the concept of "Rewilded Wellness," exploring how we can nurture our body's ecosystem for optimal health and vitality.

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The Body as an Ecosystem

I begin by examining the idea of our bodies as complex, interconnected ecosystems, much like the natural world around us. Just as a thriving forest needs specific elements to flourish, I explain how our bodies require certain inputs to regenerate and thrive.

The Seven Pillars of Human Health

I remind us of what I believe are the seven crucial pillars for maintaining a healthy body ecosystem:

1. Natural Light and Circadian Rhythms: I discuss the importance of aligning with nature's light cycles for hormone balance and overall well-being.

2. Mineral-Rich Water: I explain how clean, mineralized water supports hydration and cellular function.

Episode #222: Rewilding Wellness: Decoding Your Body's Hidden Wisdom 

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Welcome back to A Joy To Be Me! My 5 year anniversary of the podcast is February 14th. The version of me that started this podcast has evolved significantly. While it's still a joy to be me, that joy has immensely deepened as I've stepped more fully into my true self. The past five years have been challenging in ways I can't fully describe, but as they say, breakdown often leads to breakthrough.

I've experienced a change in identity and my entire way of being, allowing me to become more of my authentic self, grow in awareness, and build resilience.

In episode 14 Open up to your amazing beautiful life - in the heart of the lockdowns, I chatted with Michale Chatam, we discussed the importance of 'being' - how you exist in your body, how you live, move, breathe, and simply BE. If how you've learned to be isn't aligned with your truest self, if you've been condition...

Episode #220: Mercury: The Silent Saboteur of your nervous system 

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Hello, my friends, and welcome back to *A JOY TO BE ME*! I hope you're finding joy in being you. Today, I’m diving right into the heart of our episode, building on the themes from my last two episodes: “Healing Burnout: How Mothers and Environment Shape Our Health” and “How Maternal Microbiomes Charge Immune Health.”

I want to help you see the long history of factors shaping our current health paradigm, especially regarding chronic health issues. Understanding these influences can lead to deeper healing.

Personally, reflecting on what has shaped my health and that of my children is invaluable, particularly as we see the rise of nervous system regulation concepts. I want to avoid falling into the trap of new labels that distort our reality, create disempowerment, or lead us into victimhood. 

While it’s true that our current environment has caused overload, this d...

Episode #213: HTMA Explained: Nutritional Adjustments and Metabolic Insights for Thyroid and Adrenal Optimization

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Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) and mineral balancing offer personalized insights and solutions for individuals grappling with a wide range of health challenges. Whether you're struggling with fatigue, digestive issues, hormonal imbalances, or emotional stress, this transformative approach empowers you to take control of your well-being. By identifying and addressing underlying mineral imbalances, clients can achieve profound physical and emotional health improvements. Here are some examples of those who have turned to me for support in realizing their health goals through this powerful process.

42-Year-Old Mother of Three: A busy mom juggling family, work, and household responsibilities who constantly feels fatigued, struggles with weight management, and experiences mood swings and has for years trying numerou...

Episode #211: A Holistic Approach to Chronic Health Challenges: Using HTMA & BiomeFX

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Embracing Transformation : A Journey to Sustainable Health

Hello, my friends! As I write this, we're graced with a Super Full Moon in Taurus, a time that invites us to reflect on the grounded energy of fall. The temperatures are dropping, leaves are carpeting the ground, and there's a cozy essence of home that's nestled deep within my soul. I've been delighting in preparing hearty meals that warm both body and spirit, and it feels like the perfect moment to share some insights about the transformative journeys of those I work with—individuals seeking a more sustainable and compassionate approach to their health.

The Power of Mineral Balancing

Many of my clients have recently discovered the wisdom of mineral balancing, piecing together the missing elements in their health puzzle. They’re moving beyond simply treating symptoms to seeking a holist...

Episode #210: Facing the Shadows: Deconditioning Fear on Your Mineral Balancing Journey

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In this episode, I'm sharing my point of view on a big root of our collective healing journey's that is a sign post to look at when we feel frustrated or stuck in a particular health pattern. 
I dive into thoughts on how large systems have created conditioned fear responses that are not our own and why this matters as we heal. 
Plus, I chat about chronic fear and it's role so we can shine a spotlight on this as we navigate our path whether through mineral balancing or other healing modalities on our individual healing journey's. 
Tune in to this deeper dive that affects us all especially in these times

*Just FYI, there was a little feedback in few spots in this episode . . .

Links that were mentioned in the episode if you want to dig further: 

• Rewild your feet: lessons from injury and the journey to holistic health HERE
• Reviving our resilience: unmask
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As parents, our primary focus is always the well-being of our children. But in a world where modern stressors, nutrient-deficient diets, and a fast-paced lifestyle have become the norm, ensuring our kids' health can feel like an uphill battle.

In this episode, I dive deep into the topic of reclaiming our children's health through a holistic approach, centered on the principles of Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA), mindful nutrition, and the power of love in parenting. Listen here: Reclaiming the health of our kids.

The Reality Check That Changed Everything

One of the toughest challenges we face as moms is the realization that our children might be suffering from the same burnout we are experiencing. I had a serious wake-up call when I began using HTMA to assess my family's health. My youngest son, who was emotionally reactive and hyperactive, showed a pattern that society might quickly label as ADHD.

However, through HTMA, I identified it as a 'hyperkinetic' pattern—a sign that his n...

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As a single mom, the bar is often set higher for us. We don’t have the luxury of leaning on a partner to share the load, especially when it comes to nurturing and sustaining our families. The weight of making sure everyone is cared for falls squarely on our shoulders, and that’s no small task.

Moms are naturally the nurturers of the family, the glue that holds everything together. But in today’s world, we don’t live in tribes or close-knit communities anymore. We don’t have that built-in support system, whether it’s extended family or a small circle of like-minded local friends. Instead, it’s up to us to create that sense of community within our own homes, often from scratch.

When it comes to our kids, the instinct is to want to help all of them at once, especially when their needs are so apparent. But here’s the thing: when you’re trying to shore up your fami...

I'm the proud mom of four sons, aged 25, 21, 19, and 17. With three of them no longer living under my roof, I've had to master the delicate balance of letting go while still being a steady support system. It's been an interesting dance—letting them make their own decisions, learn from their mistakes, and occasionally throwing out my “mom life preserver” when necessary.

Growing up in a household where functional nutrition was the norm, my boys were immersed in a lifestyle focused on health and well-being. This immersion gave them a solid foundation to build upon, yet each one still has to find their own "why" for maintaining those habits. As we all know, everyone learns differently, and many of us have to take the hard road to really understand life’s lessons.

Recently, one of my older sons has been wrestling with his own "why." He’s finally taking the initiative to implement the healthy habits he once fought me on but undoubtedly benefited from. Part of this newfound motivation...

POV: Mineral Balancing & Spring Ephemerals 

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 Spring Ephemerals - Nature's Time-Limited Gift
- Spring ephemerals are the first plants to emerge and flower in early spring
- They operate in a brief window before deciduous trees leaf out and block sunlight
- Complete their entire life cycle in just a few weeks, then store energy in bulbs/roots for next year
- Provide critical early-season support for pollinators when few other plants are available

Spotlight on Spring Beauty (Claytonia virginica)
- A delicate spring ephemeral native to eastern woodlands
- Edible plant with small white-to-pink flowers
- Can be used medicinally as a flower essence
- Available only for a brief viewing/foraging window

Seasonal Symbolism & Wellness Connection
- Transition from winter (introspective) to spring (active) mirrors our personal energy shifts
- Spring corresponds with liver/gallbladder support in natural healing traditions
- Spring plants naturally assist w...