I always loved reading books as a kid. First I was hooked on The Magic Treehouse Books, then it was Harry Potter. Books (if the book is good) always have a way of reflecting back on ourselves something we need to see, a new perspective or way of life that wasn't clear before. For this reason, I believe reading is such a critical part of spiritual growth. As far as influential spiritual books out there, the list could go on and on. Today I want to highlight 5 on that long list that have impacted me the most. Read More

Today I want to talk about an important concept that has helped me immensely in living a purpose driven life. I, along with many others, refer to this concept as "Alignment Before Action", or "Living in Alignment" and it is all about committing to living with intention. Creating intention is a strong spiritual practice that has the potential to propel your growth and provide a road map for you when things get tough. It is a principle I return to again and again when I feel myself stumble on the path, when I feel lost, stagnant, or uninspired. Read More

So today I want to talk about a subject that is very near and dear to my heart: my journey to becoming a health coach. When I first decided to enroll in the Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN), I wasn't exactly sure what would come of it. To be honest, I wasn't sure what kind of role health coaching would even play in my life. I knew I was interested in learning more about nutrition and how it can effect our lives, but health coaching? I wasn't so sure about that...So let's take it back to the beginning... Read More