From Heather Elizabeth

“We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.”

2 Corinthians 10:5

We have 50,000-70,000 thoughts each day.

Read that again.

50,000-70,000 thoughts each day.

So, this taking captive every thought command?

It’s a full time job.

It’s no wonder so many sick people stay sick and never experience wellness.

To heal completely (physically, mentally, emotionally) requires time.

We must stop.

Rest.

Prioritize.

Regroup.

Unplug.

Healing is a process that takes time.

It also takes measurable moments (hours, days, weeks and years) of time.

Researching treatment options, scheduling appointments, traveling, waiting in an office, phone calls, follow up, changing treatment courses, repeat...

Friend, take the time now to find your healing.

Do not put it off another moment.

You are worth the investment of time and resources needed to experience the fullness of life you were created for.

The same energy you would give to your child, spouse, or friend who is ill?

Give that to yourself!

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My counselor looked at me from across the room and spoke words that would forever change me.

"Heather, the best gift you can give your sons is your own healing."

At that time, I was sick, sick, sick.

Sick in my body.

Sick in my mind.

Sick in my spirit.

I was 41 years old and had endured abuse almost every day of my life.

She said her most common client demographic is women in their mid-thirties to mid-forties.

Why?

We take care of everyone else and neglect ourselves.

By this age, we are wounded, weary, and worn.

We simply cannot do all the things for all the people anymore.

She knew those words would motivate me like no other words, because she knew that my sons were...are...my greatest treasures on this earth.

Almost five years ago, I was stricken with a debilitating disease that put me flat on my back for months on end.

Those months turned to years of barely being able to function.

I could no longer care for my sons, I could no longer be creative in their homeschooling, I could no longer care for their basic needs, I could no longer volunteer for the ministries that I believed in, I could no longer stand up long enough to lead worship, I could no longer serve the ones I loved...

Through a series of events, I came to realize that my body wasn't the only broken part of me.

Suddenly, I was made aware of realities like C-PTSD, Narcissistic Personality Disorder, gas-lighting, spiritual abuse, layered on top of a complicated medical diagnosis.

Separation and divorce.

Parental alienation and empty-nesting.

Betrayal.

The ones who were called to love me and stand by me walked out when I was at my lowest.

My body was broken.

My mind was broken.

My spirit was broken.

I heard her words that day and I decided I would do anything in my power to experience healing, for the sake of my precious boys and the generations to come.

I would do the hard work...the heart work...to welcome deliverance, restoration and freedom into my bloodline.

Several years have passed and I assure you, I am not the same person I was when I first walked into that counselor's office.

My body is stronger and healthier than it has been in 30 years.

My mind is focused and clear.

My spirit is alive.

I am grateful for each part of my journey.

The good.

The bad.

The ugly.

My pain is not in vain if it helps others gain their healing.

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Check out my online coaching course, Rebuilding: Body, Mind & Spirit!

Today, I began a new adventure.

I have been disappointed at the poor quality and limited availability of fresh produce since lock-down began.

I have become increasingly concerned about limited supplies of seeds.

I started researching gardening, hydroponics and aeroponics.

I learned about the Garden Tower system and ordered the necessary parts to grow food indoors, all year long.

Today, my dad helped me assemble the tower, but it was a simple set-up and I realize now that I could have conquered this.

Disclaimer 1: I have a black thumb.

I am not a garderned.

I kill houseplants to are not supposed to be kill-able.

Disclaimer 2: This is not my photo.

I just planted my seedlings today and it will be at least two weeks until I can transfer them to my tower.

For now, this is a photo that inspires me to hope and dream.

If you'd like to learn more about this system, click on my link.

I advise you to order sooner, versus later.

There is a food shortage in our nation and across the globe and this is one way we can be proactive and plan for healthy nutrition for our families.

Click here to learn more.