A Healthy Living Journey for Self and Community

Yoga and mindfulness have been my saving grace on and off the mat, as I implement what I’ve learned and apply it in my daily life. As a result, I created a space to hear God, to usher in the Holy Spirit’s presence, and to get grounded in my faith to withstand the looming storms. What you learn on the mat, you can take into the world.

What is “Christian” Yoga? | Combining Faith + Yoga

“Christian” yoga is an oxymoron. To some, it seems to contradict one’s Christian faith. Yet there is more to yoga than most realize. The physical, mental, and emotional benefits are fascinating, and it can draw one close to God, and God will draw near to you (James 4:8). I hope this article will enlighten your … Read more

8 Ways Busy Mom’s Can Prioritize Self-Care

Rearing our children is every parent’s most important job. To do that well, we need to take care of ourselves emotionally, physically, intellectually, and spiritually. On an airplane, passengers are instructed to put the emergency oxygen mask on themselves first because if they become incapacitated, they can’t correctly apply their child’s mask. As a burnt-out … Read more

How to Transition to a Special Diet by Sara Zipf

How to Transition to a Special Diet by Sara Zipf

Around 18 million people in the U.S. have non-celiac gluten sensitivity, and they are just one group of many that need to follow a special diet. Additional conditions that often benefit from a special diet include ADD and ADHD, allergies, asthma, candidiasis, colitis, kidney disease, gout, and high cholesterol. Adapting to a new diet requires … Read more

How Yoga Can Help You Recover from Food Addiction

Over half of Americans live with a chronic illness, primarily due to the overconsumption of sugar and refined carbohydrates. In our society, the overabundance of delicacies is hard to resist. However, that momentary pleasure is fleeting. It is unhealthy to overeat, and when that becomes a habit, eventually we become addicted to food and can’t … Read more