How to Take Charge of Your Health (Without the Overwhelm)
If you’ve been feeling unsure of what steps to take with your health, you’re not alone. With so much advice floating around, it’s easy to feel like you’re doing it wrong or falling behind.
This is your permission slip to stop following the "shoulds" and start focusing on what you want from your health.
In my practice, I’ve worked with many women who:
Followed health advice that didn’t make sense for their life
Tried routines that worked for someone else but fell flat for them
Felt paralyzed by too much conflicting information
Let’s shift the approach. Here’s how to take charge of your health in a way that actually feels supportive:
My Advice for Taking Charge of Your Health
Embrace Your Uniqueness
What works for your friend, coworker, or favorite influencer might not work for you. That doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong. It means your body is unique and deserves a unique approach.
And just because something didn’t help someone else doesn’t mean it won’t work for you.
Play with what feels good. Stick with what’s sustainable. Your health plan should reflect your life, not someone else’s.
Customize Your Approach
Don’t force something just because it’s popular. If a 30-minute walk feels like too much, try ten minutes. If you prefer dancing in your living room or following a quick YouTube video, that’s valid too.
And if you don’t like kale, skip it. There are plenty of other greens that can support your health.
Decide for Yourself
There is conflicting advice about almost everything in wellness. For nearly every food or routine, you’ll find someone who recommends it and someone else who warns against it.
Eventually, you have to decide what makes sense to you and your body.
Of course, if you have food allergies or sensitivities, that’s different. Sometimes we do need to avoid things we enjoy in order to feel better overall.
Speak Up
If a supplement or medication is causing side effects, or even if you think it might be, say something. You don’t have to tolerate discomfort without question.
Your practitioner can help you explore other options. And if they don’t take your concerns seriously, it may be time for a change.
*Always consult your practitioner before stopping medications or supplements
Find the Right Practitioner
If you don’t feel seen, heard, or respected by your provider, it’s worth finding someone who does. I know it can feel daunting, but having a practitioner who honors your intuition and partners with you can make all the difference.
Your health and well-being are worth that effort.
The Bottom Line
There are experts, but no one has more authority over your body than you do. In naturopathic medicine, we look at the whole person, not just symptoms. Your wellness journey should reflect your values, your goals, and your needs.
Trust yourself. Take small steps that feel right. And know that you don’t have to do it alone. I’m here to support you every step of the way.
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