I can remember packing my lunch in school, I brought crackers and an orange thinking this was enough. I wanted to look like the other girls and achieve the "beautiful" body society has made us feel like we need to have in order to be healthy and happy. I sat there watching the rest of the table indulge in their favorite foods while I deprived myself of foods I labeled as "bad" and "off limits." I used to think labeling my food choices and restricting myself from meals I loved would not only make me look better but help me feel better about myself. I'm here to tell you, I was wrong.

For years after this, I dove head first into nutrition and the art of balance. I listened to my body and fell in love with nourishing it to MY satisfaction, not what others think I ~should~ be doing. I finally felt at peace with the unknown and ever changing direction of my health. I realized there was no perfect answer.

I practice my health and wellness everyday and understand it is just that, a practice. I stepped into my most powerful self when I realized there was no destination, but instead, this was a way of living. The beauty of YOUR OWN practice is in the journey itself. I strive to help others heal their relationship with food and step into their most powerful version of themselves by sharing my personal and professional nutrition advice.