Sharing my journey to a slow, intentional life.
One blog post at a time.
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To me, nothing says cooler-weather dessert quite like bread pudding. I’ve always enjoyed bread pudding, but there’s something about those first cooler evenings and the beginning of fall that makes me crave this warm, comforting dessert even more. Since blueberries are still plentiful and affordable this time of year, I…
● Latest Articles
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The Connection Between Gut Health and Women’s Hormones: A Guide to Balance
Introduction Your body is a complex, interconnected system. The food you eat, the stress you feel, the sleep you get— all of these elements can…
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The Impact of Menopause on Brain Fog: A Guide for Family Members
I have been thinking about how every woman will go through menopause but up until 1993 the medical community wasn’t even studding menopause on actual…
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“It’s Forgiveness”
I thought I had a handle on forgiveness, not perfect but I thought I had the basic thought down. I had forgiven those who had…
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Christmas Cookies
I thought I would repost a few of my favorite Christmas cookies, I have been asked by a few of my family members when I…
● About Me
Hi, I’m Gwyn.
I’m a yoga teacher, cancer survivor, and someone who has learned that healing is rarely a straight path. Through the years, I’ve faced, unexpected health challenges and now an autoimmune disease and seasons that tested my faith in ways I never imagined. Yet through it all, God has faithfully met me with strength, hope, and grace.
I created this blog in 2016 to encourage anyone who feels like healing isn’t possible. Today, it has grown into a place where I share honest conversations about living well with chronic illness, embracing midlife, practicing gentle movement, nourishing our bodies, and finding joy even when life doesn’t go according to plan.
You’ll find encouragement, healthy recipes worth making, simple wellness tips, yoga, reflections on faith, and stories from my own journey. My hope is that when you leave this space, you feel a little less alone and a little more hopeful.
Whether you’re navigating health challenges, searching for balance, or simply looking for encouragement in this season of life, I’m so glad you’re here.
Welcome. I hope you’ll stay awhile.