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Leaning Into Joy: Life After a Hemangioblastoma
An Unexpected Path to Healing When I was diagnosed with a brain tumor, my mind immediately went to the worst-case scenario. At 26 years old, I assumed that my life was ending. Thankfully, that was not the case. When we met with the neurosurgeon, he explained that surgery was unlikely to cause serious complications and that my tumor was most likely benign. I was shocked! I had assumed that a brain tumor meant only one thing, and it was never a good outcome. I will be the first
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Nov 132 min read
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Lemon Honey Water: A Simple Way to Support Your Health
Why Lemon Honey Water When I was looking for answers to health complications, I learned that I carry the MTHFR gene. This means my body has a harder time filtering out toxins and chemicals, which was affecting my overall health. All of us are exposed to chemicals every single day—through the air we breathe, the food we eat, the products we use on our skin, and even the water we drink. Our bodies are constantly working to process environmental toxins. After researching the MTH
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Nov 122 min read
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Celebrating Joy in the Ordinary
The Story Behind The Joy Journal In November of 2023, my health started to unravel. I battled an array of symptoms that did not make any sense. I devoted the next chapter of my life to understanding my symptoms, doctors appointments, and reclaiming my health. For about a year, I was able to keep my symptoms at bay with holistic remedies, and I became passionate about using natural medicine. I went from being nearly bedridden in 2023 to walking ten miles a day (on vacation) in
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"Do what brings you joy and your purpose will unfold."
- Iyanla Vanzant
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