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What Would Life Be Like if We Stopped Trying to Fix Ourselves?

- by Jessica Espinoza, CYT
Have you ever stood in front of a mirror and criticized your body? Maybe pinched your stomach or looked at your thighs and thought, “If only my stomach was flatter, or my thighs were leaner…” Have you ever walked by a window on the street and glanced at yourself, only to suck in your stomach...
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Snagging Prime Deals on Amazon’s Prime Day {TODAY ONLY!}

- by Jessica Espinoza, CYT
Yay! It’s Prime Day! For those of you who don’t know what that is, Prime Day is once a year 30-hour flash sale event hosted by Amazon. If you are a fan of snagging excellent deals (and don’t want to wait until Black Friday or Cyber Monday), then Prime Day is one day you don’t...
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Herbed Zucchini Ribbon Salad :: Gluten-Free, Grain-Free, Dairy-Free Option

- by Jessica Espinoza, CYT
Yay for veggies! What better veggie to celebrate the summer harvest than zucchini? This super simple salad is a snap to make and the perfect cool side dish on a hot day. Thin zucchini ribbons complemented by a zesty dressing that the whole family will love. This easy salad pairs with just about anything and I...
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Healing Strategy: The Importance of Surrounding Yourself with the Right People

- by Jessica Espinoza, CYT
Surround yourself with only people who are going to lift you higher. ~Oprah This is one of my favorite quotes. And one that I have really had to learn the importance of as I’ve gotten older, especially in light of dealing with chronic illness. When I was younger, I had energy to spare, excitement for...