Why I Take Care of Myself the Way I Do

I grew up taking care of someone who was fighting cancer and addiction for much of my childhood and early adulthood. I think this is what shaped my love for healthy eating and my extensive wellness habits.

When someone close to you is very ill, it's a constant reminder of how lucky you are to be healthy. I never took that for granted because of my experience taking care of her.

Every day, being free and able to move, dance and enjoy my life with no pain feels like a blessing.

As a result, I have an extensive list of "almond mom"-like habits that I think everyone should try to practice as much as possible!