When I was young, all I wanted to be was a mother. I was drawn to babies like the stereotypical “moth to a flame.” Anywhere I went, if the opportunity arose, I had a baby on my hip. But I have mild Cerebral Palsy: ataxia and hemiplegia. This means it affects my balance and predominantly impacts … [Read more...] about True Wellness: Heidi, EPA and Case Aide
True Wellness Project
What does it mean to you to be truly well?
We have invited some friends of Well Christian Woman to share what it means for them. We hope you will be inspired as we are!
For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come. 1 Timothy 4:8
True Wellness: Kelly, Pastor
What is true wellness? I think it varies from person to person. Personal stories, unique experiences, temperaments and personalities all meld together to create your unique story, what wellness looks like for you. Here’s a little bit of my story. Maybe you can relate. I was (and still am) very … [Read more...] about True Wellness: Kelly, Pastor
True Wellness: Amy, Teacher
Throughout my life, I've had people close to me comment on my weight, what I eat, and how I dress. I started believing my weight and the way I look were the reason why nobody wanted to date me. At 26 years old, I still haven't dated anyone. That's considered “weird” for society’s standards today. I … [Read more...] about True Wellness: Amy, Teacher
True Wellness: Carolyn, Nurse
As a healthcare professional, I am passionate about helping others seek health and wellness every day. I have adopted the World Health Organization’s definition of health as a "state of complete physical, mental, and social well being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity". I make my … [Read more...] about True Wellness: Carolyn, Nurse
True Wellness: Kelly, Pharmacist
In May of 2016 I was completely and utterly exhausted but I didn’t know why. As I journeyed to discover the cause it led me to one of the most difficult decisions of my life - to step away from a job that I loved. Now, a little more than two years later, I have been granted this opportunity to … [Read more...] about True Wellness: Kelly, Pharmacist
True Wellness: Lucy, Student
In a season of marriage and engagements, I have never felt more aware of my growing singleness. I have spent the majority of my life single and feeling like a failure because all I had ever wanted was to be romantically and seriously involved with someone. My parents met when my mum was 14, … [Read more...] about True Wellness: Lucy, Student