Wellness Wednesday

I just started reading a book called Oby's Wisdom by Dr. Mark William Cochran. I have to start by saying, the cover is not my favorite, but they say not to judge a book....
I really like this book so far.

This year alone my husband and I have spent nearly $1,000 on healthcare costs. ON TOP of paying for insurance AND we are both healthy individuals. Receiving bills repeatedly that are not covered by our insurance has been discouraging, getting close to nothing out of these office visits that we are paying for is down right depressing!

In comes Oby's Wisdom and an insane allergic reaction that appeared on my eye lids that has led me to evaluate my bodies toxicity levels. I am beginning to find that my body is feeling incredibly toxic lately and it is starting to let me know. Oby's wisdom is encouraging me and supporting my desire to listen to these signs and skip the doctors visit.

Dr. Cochran states in his book that our bodies have an innate intelligence. He revels in the idea of a fever and how wonderful it is that our bodies can heal without intervention. He also talks about our "sick" care system as opposed to a health care system. He brings up a story about a couple who could not afford insurance and felt happy and healthy and alive, they ensured their health by bringing forth life. They eventually acquired health insurance and have notice a decline in their health. They stopped working toward wellness and life because they thought they had a safety net.

Dr Cochran encourages us to enjoy a healthy lifestyle not because it will bring about lower blood pressure or weight loss or overcome fibromyalgia. He encourages us to enjoy healthy food, exercise and a spiritual practice just because they are good for you. "Wellness is a journey, not a destination".

I have been on this journey for some time, many of us have. From here on out, I am finding bliss, naturally.


I have been naturally migrating towards making my own skin care product, almost like a craving.  From lotions to deoderant to shampoo and conditioner... to laundry detergent and cleaning supplies.

We have been improving our family diet a little each day, convincing my kids that vegetables are awesome has not been easy but we will get there! Convincing myself hasn't been easy either! Hummus helps.

I have been reincorporating meditation, breathwork and quiet peaceful times for me and working on these same ideas with my children.

I naturally tend to see problems and issues that arise in y body and my life as ways to improve or change my outlook on things. I am thankful for this outlook and happy to hear this idea echoed in the pages of the book. I am looking forward to embracing my body's innate healing ability and bring forth life!
Can you think of ways you can support your body by changing the way you think, feel, act and live? If you have some great ideas I would love to hear them!

~M