“Homeopathy is a specific practice conceived in
the early 19th century by Samuel Hahnemann, a conventionally trained German physician, who became disillusioned with bloodletting, leeches, suction cups, purges and arsenic powders, all standard treatments at the time.”

My hope in sharing this information is to plant a seed or better yet, light a fire in the belly to harness a deeper sense of autonomy and sovereignty over your life and your wellbeing. Want to know how? REFUSE TO BE A STATISTIC. Fight hard for your emotional, mental and physical wellbeing. Seek out alternative solutions. Educate yourself. Make a promise to do what it takes to prioritize feeling good.

“Coming out of addiction is deep dark work. It is truly an excavation of the soul. The amount of light that begins to shed upon all the things you previously thought were valid, true and real is a tumultuous process. Confronting your shadow is never easy. It’s not supposed to be. The only way out is in.”

Keep your gear dry inside your pack! It’s a good idea to line your pack with a trash bag as well for extra protection from heavier rain.

Most “experts” will sway beginner hikers not to hike solo, however, depending on your schedule and social circle, some beginners may only be ablet to begin as a solo hiker….

Occasionally, I ask my daughters how I’m doing as a mother. I once had a friend tell me how brave I was for pursuing this inquiry. I saw it as my responsibility and obligation as a parent.

There will always be ups and downs. Sometimes we move through life with ease and other times there’s a need to buckle up in preparation for turbulence.

Anger & rage are a normal and healthy response for a victim to experience somewhere during the healing process. We are not meant to run around with plastic smiles plastered on our faces regurgitating positive affirmations and memes all day.

Preparation is prevention….

Wellness is multi-dimensional container for our emotional, mental, physical and spiritual well-being. Wellness isn’t something you do, it’s a state of being.

“The healing was in the LIVING. The healing was in seeking joy. The healing was in springtime blooms, autumn crisp air, snowflakes on my tongue…”

…curiosity and rebelliousness lead me to believe that holy water can also be the tears we shed, the hands we hold, the smiles we share with a stranger; the medicine we offer through acts of kindness & service.