Mindfulness gets a lot of airtime. Breathe deeply. Stay present. Let go. But when you’re managing a chronic or complex illness and navigating appointments, symptoms, uncertainty, and a healthcare system that can feel overwhelming – generic mindfulness advice can fall flat fast. Before I began my journey with chronic and complex health diagnoses, I was…
Navigating the complex world of student loan servicers and federal regulations can seem intimidating at first. However, learning about your options is the first step toward financial relief. I’m going to walk you through the various ways you can lower your student loan payments, exactly what to say when you contact your servicer, and critical…
Many renters simply accept their monthly statement and pay it, believing that housing costs are rigid and unchangeable. You can break that common myth right now. Lease terms are not permanently set in stone. Just like you can negotiate a salary or a car purchase, you can absolutely negotiate your rent if you approach the…
Facing medical bills can feel overwhelming, but there are practical steps you can take to lower your balance and make payments more manageable. With a little effort and persistence, you can advocate for yourself and reduce the financial strain. Below are some helpful and actionable tips: 1. Check for Errors and Request Itemization Medical bills…
Credit card debt can easily feel overwhelming, especially when high-interest charges keep adding to your balance every month. If you carry a balance from month to month, you’re likely paying a significant amount just to borrow that money. The national average interest rate on credit card accounts that accrue interest sits above 22%. When…
Welcome to the Hidden Money Challenge Are you interested in saving money? Have you been looking for ways to make the money you earn go further? Join me and many others who want to ensure we aren’t spending any more than we have to on the items that we need and the everyday items…
Vitamin C: Everything You Need and Want To Know Especially During Respiratory Virus Season By: Natalie Morrow It’s winter time, and with the cold comes viruses! It is incredibly important to protect one’s health and build immunity for this time period. There’s one vitamin in particular that seems to be a great help to your…
When I think of gifts for family and loved ones, I think of wanting to give something they want but probably wouldn’t get for themselves. While air purifiers aren’t sexy or fun, they are an incredible investment in health for those with any pulmonary issues. Anyone with asthma can benefit from an air purifier in…
Podcast Summary for Interview with Lorna Stell re: Inner Voice, Intuitive Coaching, and Somatic Healing In this episode of the Hope Health and Wellness Advocacy podcast, Tara Adams, lead advocate at HHW, interviews inner-voice coach Lorna Stell. Throughout the video, Lorna explains what exactly the inner voice is and how she helps clients understand it….
Sesame chicken has always been one of my favorite dinner dishes. The sweet and tangy flavor is simply to die for, and I’ve been wanting to make the meal to share with others. Unfortunately, though, the average recipe calls for soy, which several close people in my life are highly allergic to. And as much…