know your body

PHYSICAL WELLNESS

holistic definition

Physical wellness encompasses more than just being “in shape.” In holistic wellness, we look at the whole picture — understanding and caring for your body in ways that create relief mentally, emotionally, and physically.

Holistic wellness respects the full context of your life: your environment, stress levels, trauma, sensitivities, culture, access to resources, and more — not just isolated symptoms. Instead of focusing solely on a diagnosis or prescription, we ask:

“What’s going on in the body, the mind, and the environment?”
Because everything is connected.

Your body is your home 24/7 — and just like any home, it needs upkeep, attention, and occasional repair. Understanding what your body needs to thrive, and building a kind, respectful relationship with yourself, is the foundation of physical wellness.

That begins with listening to your body, making aligned choices, and feeling supported along the way. It means tuning into your needs — energy, nourishment, strength, movement, rest — in ways that feel true to your unique experience.

WHY IT MATTERS

When we support the body gently and consistently — through nourishment, movement, rest, detoxification, and self-awareness — we give it a better chance to thrive. Physical wellness can uplift every part of your life, from daily energy and focus to emotional stability and immune resilience.

Whether you're navigating chronic illness, disability, mental health challenges, or simply feeling out of sync, physical wellness isn’t about doing things “the right way” or mimicking someone else’s routine. Every body is different — shaped by genetics, history, environment, and lived experience.

By focusing on nourishment, movement, rest, and reducing harmful exposures, we create a strong foundation for every other area of wellness to grow — including mental, emotional, social, and spiritual health.

COMMON STRUGGLES

  • Feeling tired all the time and not knowing why

  • Struggling with food sensitivities, gut issues, or inflammation

  • Experiencing pain, discomfort, or fatigue after eating

  • Trouble sleeping, staying asleep, or waking up rested

  • Feeling lightheaded

  • Joint, muscle, and/or connective tissue pain

  • Feeling disconnected from your body or unsure how to help it heal

You’re not alone — and it’s not all in your head. Many of these symptoms are signals from your body asking for attention, support and nourishment.

What We’ll Explore

This section will grow over time, but here are some core topics I’ll be covering:

  • Gut health basics (what it is, why it matters, how to support it)

  • Safe movement for flare-up days + energy slumps

  • Mycotoxins and mold exposure (what to look for, how to reduce your load)

  • Anti-inflammatory & gut-friendly foods

  • Restorative sleep habits

  • Nervous system + vagus nerve support

  • My personal routines and what's worked for me

Start Here

If you’re not sure where to begin, pick one small thing that feels doable — like switching your cooking oil, going for a walk, or reading one of the blog posts below. Little steps build momentum.

Explore: What is Gut Health and Why Does It Matter?
Try: Mold Detox Tips That Actually Help
Coming Soon: Nervous System 101 — Healing Starts Here