My Journey of Transformation

Today, I want to take you on a journey—a journey that begins with frustration, fatigue, and despair but ultimately leads to incredible transformation. This is my personal health journey, and I’m sharing it with you in the hopes that it will inspire, ignite your spirit, and empower you to embark on your own path to wellness. So, grab a cup of tea, cozy up, and let’s dive in.

When Faith and Wellness Collide

Twelve years ago, after trauma deeply impacted my family, I found myself desperate for change but completely lost on where to start. I was exhausted all the time, suffering from low energy, depression, and a lack of direction. I felt stuck in every area of my life. At the time, I had already been diagnosed with two autoimmune diseases—later, a third—and eventually discovered I had Epstein-Barr virus. I was merely surviving, barely hanging on.

The thought of meal planning, healthy eating, and self-care felt overwhelming. Every now and then, I would try a new fad diet, striving to be thin and healthy, only to fail again and again. As a busy working mom, I was just trying to make it through each day. Every extreme diet felt like another confirmation that I was failing—not just at weight loss but at life itself. Little did I know, every diet was wreaking havoc on my metabolism and pulling me further away from real healing.

Small Changes, Big Hope

About three years into my journey, I was introduced to essential oils, which led me to start removing toxins from my home. I learned about endocrine disruptors and how toxins were negatively impacting my family’s health. For the first time, I had hope that change was possible. I started eliminating harmful products like household cleaners, beauty products, fragrances, and candles. The impact was immediate—I could think clearly again, and the emotional fog began to lift. For the first time in years, I wasn’t weighed down by emotional distress. This was the beginning of something new, but I still had a long way to go to find all the keys to true wellness.

The Power of Surrender

Even though I was making progress, I couldn’t shake the feeling that I was always two steps forward and three steps back. I watched others effortlessly achieve health and healing, and jealousy often crept in. It felt unfair—why did everything feel like such an uphill battle for me? Exhausted and frustrated, I often contemplated giving up altogether. But deep down, I knew that returning to my old ways would only make things worse.

The breakthrough came when I finally surrendered—fully. For years, I had been treating my health and faith as two separate things. But I realized that true faith and wellness were deeply connected. Instead of trying to control my health through restrictive diets and exhausting exercise routines, I began allowing the Holy Spirit to guide me.

I prayed over my body and my healing. I surrendered my health journey to God and realized that I was carrying burdens that weren’t mine to bear. Healing required me to extend grace to myself, nourish my mind, body, and soul, learn to truly rest, and, most importantly, learn how to forgive—forgive others, forgive myself, and even forgive God. (Even though it wasn’t His fault, I had been blaming Him for my struggles. After forgiving Him, I also repented for blaming Him.)

Healing Through a Kingdom Mindset

Instead of striving for perfection, I listened to God’s gentle nudges. I began to understand which foods nourished my body and which ones didn’t. I let go of shame, blame, and coercion—realizing they were doing more harm than good. My kingdom mindset kicked in, and I started shifting from a victim mentality to a victor mentality, aligning my thoughts with the power, love, and sound mind that God had given me (2 Timothy 1:7).

As my relationship with God deepened, He transformed not just my health, but my entire perspective on healing. I realized His goal for me wasn’t to be thin—it was to be whole. Healing from the inside out required me to invest in restoring my soul, and that process was not overnight. It was painstakingly slow, but I wouldn’t trade it for anything.

I prioritized rest, nurtured my body through the food I consumed and the information I consumed—choosing uplifting books, worship music, and media that supported my well-being. I meditated on God’s Word, removed things from my life that caused unnecessary stress, and learned how to set boundaries—both for myself and others.

Faith, Wellness, and Living in Freedom

Through this journey, I discovered that true wellness is a fusion of faith and health. It’s about recognizing that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19) and that nurturing them requires a holistic approach. It’s about trusting God’s divine guidance, surrendering our burdens, and embracing a mindset of healing, love, and grace.

Your health journey is sacred. It may not be easy, and there will be obstacles along the way, but you are not alone. Lean into your faith, nurture your body, and trust the process. Allow the Holy Spirit to guide you, and you’ll be amazed at the transformation that awaits.

Are You Ready for Your Own Breakthrough?

If you’re feeling stuck in your health, overwhelmed by fatigue, or longing for a renewed sense of purpose and wellness, I invite you to take the next step. As a Christian life coach, I specialize in helping women like you break free from limiting beliefs, align their health with their faith, and step into the abundant life God has for them.

Let’s work together to create a faith-based wellness plan tailored to your unique struggles and goals. During a free discovery call, we’ll explore practical steps to help you reclaim your energy, strengthen your faith, and transform your mindset.

You don’t have to do this alone. Healing is possible. Breakthrough is possible. And I would love to be part of your journey.

Click here to schedule your free discovery call today.

With love and faith,
Christian Life Coach, Amy