I used to think that ‘wellness’ meant doing it all from scratch. But I’ve realized that true health lives at the intersection of Salt and Soul. Salt is the practical reality of my life as a busy mama—the need for efficiency and a break from the mental load. Soul is my desire to sit down to a nourishing, home-cooked meal…
Category: Emotional Well-Being
Feeling Off-Balance? How the Five Elements Explain Your Energy
Have you ever felt tired, unmotivated, or constantly restless—even after a full night’s sleep? You’re not lazy, and you aren’t broken. Your body is simply sending you a message through a system that has guided humans for thousands of years: the Five Elements (五行). In Traditional Chinese Medicine, your overall health and energy (Qi) are influenced…
Why You Feel “Heavy” (Even When the Scale Doesn’t Move)
The Sticky Truth About Dampness and Your Health For years, I couldn’t figure out why I felt so sluggish and ‘foggy’ every late summer. It wasn’t just heat—it was a heavy, sinking feeling that made even small tasks feel like wading through water. It wasn’t until my TCM practitioner explained the concept of Dampness that the lightbulb…
Feeling Bloated After Meals? FODMAPs Might Be the Culprit
Have you ever finished a meal and suddenly felt like your belly turned into a balloon? Or maybe you’ve had unexpected cramps, gas, or irregular bathroom habits that seem to appear out of nowhere. It might not just be what you’re eating—it could be how your body is digesting it. Let’s talk about FODMAPs. It might…
My Journey Back To Me
Sometimes, it takes a change of scenery to truly see yourself again. Our trip to Japan was supposed to be about family time, exploring, and making memories – and it definitely was. But what I didn’t expect was how much it would open my eyes again. Over the years, I’ve had little moments here and…