You know I am all in on finding the bio-hacks to help me live my VERY BEST LIFE…and this has been a game changer. Especially in helping make my fasting windows effortless. (Check out my post on Intermittent Fasting and how it has completely changed my life, and can yours too!)

We’re talking hydration, but not just any hydration. We're talking about smart hydration that ensures every cell in your bod is vibing at its best. You already know water is essential, but let's get real—it's not all about H2O.

Do you often feel fatigued and de-energized despite drinking enough water? Then, it's time for you to dress up your water! Adding electrolytes to your water isn’t just fancy; it’s functional! We're talking Sodium, Magnesium, Potassium. These elements are the foundation of your overall well-being.

So, let's dig deeper into the world of electrolytes and why keeping them in check is essential.

Sodium: The Social Butterfly

Sodium plays a significant role in regulating fluids in your body. It aids muscle contractions and nerve transmissions and supports healthy blood pressure levels. Not getting enough sodium can lead to cramps, headaches, fatigue, and even confusion.

The social butterfly that Sodium is, it coordinates cellular communication and ensures that the messages sent are accurately delivered. It also helps other minerals transit across your cells, maintaining their balance. Electrolyte imbalances in Sodium can result in dehydration and poor athletic performance.

 Magnesium: Your Chill Pill

Magnesium is a versatile mineral and is involved in several vital body functions, including regulating muscle and nerve function, blood sugar levels, and blood pressure. It helps keep your heart rhythm steady and supports healthy bone development.

Though it's found in everyday food items like spinach, almonds, and avocado, magnesium deficiencies are quite common. Low magnesium levels can lead to muscle cramps, low energy levels, sleep disorders, and anxiety. As the ultimate chill pill, it helps you unwind after a long and hectic day. I hadn’t slept a full night in 30 years…and then THIS changed the game!

Potassium: The Unsung Hero

Potassium works in tandem with Sodium to regulate your body's fluid balance. It helps lower blood pressure, reduces the risks of cardiovascular diseases, maintains muscle function, and supports healthy digestion.

Women are more prone to Potassium deficiencies, which can result in bloating, constipation, and muscle weakness. A potassium-rich diet, coupled with electrolyte drinks can help keep the symptoms at bay.

The Divine Dance of Electrolytes

Sodium, Magnesium, and Potassium might operate independently in your body, but their combined effort is essential for optimal well-being. These electrolytes work like a well-orchestrated dance, where every step is crucial. An electrolyte imbalance can lead to dehydration, muscle soreness, increased heart rate, and fainting.

When you sweat, you lose electrolytes, which must be replenished to maintain your body's internal balance. Electrolyte-enhanced water helps you retain fluids and balance the body's nutrient levels.

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Here’s the thing that I have learned over the last 18 months of living a fasting lifestyle. I DON'T HAVE TO GIVE UP ANYTHING…. a simple shift – DELAY, don’t DENY!

Let’s talk more about what that means.

Do you feel like you've tried everything under the

sun to lose weight, improve your overall health,

and feel more connected to yourself? If you're nodding your head, then it's time to try something different – Intermittent Fasting.

In recent years, Intermittent Fasting has become a hot topic in the world of health and wellness. It's a method of eating that involves alternating fasting periods with eating. And while it may seem daunting at first, this simple change in your diet can have life-changing benefits that affect your mind, body, and spirit.

If you are like me and get impatient and want the resources NOW, here are my two GO-TO recommendations for anyone wanting to find out more and get the benefits as quickly and effectively as possible. The first is the one that is such an easy read, total layman perspective with just enough of the science layered in for

  you to really get the impact – a book called Fast, Feast, Repeat by Gin Stephens (grab one HERE). If you want to dive deeper into the science and looking for a protocol that works with hormones, cycles, etc….you want to have Dr. Mindy Pelz in your life! Click HERE to get your copy of her book, Fast Like a Girl (and dive deep into her content on YouTube and IG! Ok….now – why is

this so life-changing? I’m glad you asked…

Improved Weight Loss

Weight loss is one of the most apparent benefits of Intermittent Fasting. By limiting the amount of time you're eating in a day, you'll naturally eat fewer calories, which leads to weight loss. Additionally, Intermittent Fasting can improve your metabolism, allowing you to burn calories quicker and more efficiently. (Not to mention…working out in a fasted state is SO much easier than you can imagine…fasting also naturally creates lean muscle mass even without exercise.)….but this photo is ME, stronger and healthier than I have EVER been!

Increased Focus and Mental Clarity

Intermittent Fasting has been shown to increase focus and mental clarity. Fasting triggers a process called autophagy, which is the body's way of cleaning out damaged cells and regenerating new ones. This process also helps repair brain cells, improving cognitive function.

Reduced Inflammation

Inflammation is at the root of many chronic diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. Intermittent Fasting has been shown to reduce inflammation in the body, which can lead to a lower risk of developing these diseases.

Improved Spiritual Connection

Many religions have practiced Intermittent Fasting for centuries as a way to connect with a higher power. By having a window of time when you are fasting and your body is healing, you become more conscious of your body and its needs, allowing for a deeper spiritual connection with yourself and the world around you.

   Reduced Risk of Disease

Intermittent Fasting has been linked to a reduced risk of many chronic diseases, including heart disease, cancer, and diabetes. Intermittent Fasting can significantly reduce your risk of developing these diseases by reducing inflammation, improving weight loss, and boosting the immune system.

Here’s the deal

Intermittent Fasting is a simple yet powerful change you can make to your diet that can profoundly affect your mind, body, and spirit. By improving weight loss, increasing focus and mental clarity, reducing inflammation, improving spiritual connection, and reducing the risk of disease, Intermittent Fasting is an excellent way to improve your overall health and well-being. If you're interested in incorporating Intermittent Fasting into your weekly routine, consult your doctor or a qualified health practitioner to ensure that it's safe for you to do so. With dedication and patience, you're sure to reap the life-changing benefits of this powerful lifestyle!

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I cannot believe it’s this time again!

In one week, we will move Madibelle into her apartment at SDSU to embark on her Sophomore-year adventure. Time seems to go faster & faster!

As we mamas & daddies are about to take our babies off to (or back to!)

college – I wanted to share the post I posted last summer after Madi had experienced a medical event requiring her to be taken by ambulance to the hospital. She was 18- which means, by law, they cannot release any information to us as parents. I had not thought about that element – and then quickly discovered how many parents found themselves in positions where their child was ill or injured and they were thousands of miles away – and the parents couldn’t get any information about the status of their child.

We still see them as our babies – the law, however, sees them as adults. If you do ONE thing before your child heads off to campus (or not, even if they are still living at home…, the same rules apply!), please take care of these forms.

This company, Mama Bear Legal Forms -has all three you need packaged together. Here is a link that will get

you an additional 20% off. 🩷 Trust me

– this is the LAST thing you want to worry about when they are far away! Click HERE

Xoxo

Here is the link to the ORIGINAL post if

you would like to read it…

again, if you have not done this yet… please consider this your sign! Click HERE to get it done! (legit will take you less than 10 mins from start to finish- including installing the app on your phone to have copies at your fingertips) *** 10 minutes does not include needing to get the forms signed by a notary. ***

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For me, it’s the STAYING asleep and being able to wake up feeling RESTED that is my issue. I am still working on what I know to do (like a solid bedtime routine that DOES NOT include laying in my bed watching TikTok right before I close my eyes), but DOES include a fabulous bath and journaling.

One thing, however, that has made a HUGE difference in getting into that pre-sleep zone, sleeping longer and deeper throughout the night, and WAKING in a peaceful, joyous way is our HATCH.

I don’t know about you, but here’s how life is for me without good sleep. Day 1, fine – this isn’t my first rodeo- actually, it is predominantly the typical state for me most days.

On day 2, I can feel that I “wake up tired” (common scenario- I fall asleep at 10, wake up between 2:00-3:00, the brain goes into full-on spin-out mode, try a meditation or a sleep story, 4:00- turn on a light and write down all the things that apparently need to be solved at 4 am, try another sleep story, maybe throw in some theta-waves mixed with rain…glance at the

time…we are probably about 5:15ish now…eyes feel heavier…must fall asleep because I wake up to the 6:30 alarm- insert eye roll. Are you exhausted reading this? LOL.

On day 3, I am tired, I am not on my game, and quick to go from even to weepy in 3.5 flat, and would pay exorbitant amounts of money to lay down, anywhere, and close my eyes.

Now, imagine having a pre-designed bedtime routine, soft light that fades away, stories, meditations, and sounds, customized to be layered in any order and the perfect amount of time for each thing (or ocean waves all night like us!), and THEN….here is the really magical part…. You get to wake up to the sunrise of your choosing (Fiji anyone?), which slowly builds for 30 minutes prior to your “alarm” time…so, just as the dawn breaks and the sun slowly rises… same same, but also you can add sounds (birdsong is my fav).

For real….this will change your life, change your sleep quality, and, therefore, the lives of everyone who is blessed with your presence on the daily. Your spouse, partner, children, colleagues, dog, cat, horse—— they will thank you!

You, too can bliss out with your very own Hatch, grab one HERE

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