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We’ve made it through another year!
Maybe this year was hard for you, like so many others. Or maybe it was your best yet! Did your business grow? Did your relationships thrive? Did you learn something new? Now, ask yourself, who was by your side through all that? Good, bad, ugly and beautiful. We all hope to have that one person to go through life with. That relationship however, like most good things in life, takes work. It especially takes work if you happen to run a business together. This holiday season, we’re focusing on the ones we love and how we keep those relationships healthy. Read on to hear some powerful stories and advice from some local power couples who work together and still love each other at the end of the day. We’re wishing you happy and healthy holidays, may you be surrounded by the ones you love and bathed in the joy of the season.
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Written by S. Michal Bennett
8 nov • dec 2021
WHEN YOU ENTER YOUR HOME AT THE END OF THE DAY,
walk into a room full of people, or step through the door of a shop, are you aware of the energy or feeling you’re bringing with you into that space? When you leave, what do people remember? You as a unique, whole human being are responsible for the energy you bring to any space and for how you respond to the energy that might already be there. We all know at least one person who brings so much life and joy to a gathering. When they walk in the door, everyone gravitates to them, wants to hug them, give them a drink or food. And we all, in some capacity, want to be attractive like that, to have that positive social “aura.” Sometimes, I am an incredibly selfish person. What I most often remember from social experiences is how someone else made me feel, and I hold onto that for the next time. I tend to lay the blame for a negative public interaction on someone else rather than taking responsibility for the role that I played in it. In reality, I had and have a choice. I am responsible for my heart, mind, and emotions, as well as the physical manifestation of the state of those things. Truth: your emotions, energy, confidence, and beliefs can be felt and perceived by others and can transform any situation for better or worse. At times, it’s hard to adult and be accountable for yourself, to get out of yourself and genuinely consider those around you. But doing this can heal and empower not only you but others as well.
“People may not remember exactly what you did, or what you said, but they will always remember how you made them feel.” - Carl W. Buehner
INDIVIDUAL FREEDOM In the U.S., we have built a free country on the concept of the rights of the individual, of the people. Basic human rights are important and should always be considered and protected. Yet, it is easy to get so focused on our own personal rights and experiences, perceived or true, that we forget that others are also human beings with rights, feelings, and experiences. Choosing to step outside of your needs, perceptions, and insecurities and choosing to see, understand, and have compassion towards others opens up a world of freedom you may not have known existed. There are also billions of other individuals who over thousands of years have stepped into millions of rooms and struggled to figure out how to interact with billions of other individuals. The humans in the room you are about to enter are the same. Their shared experience and determination is yours to draw upon, to carry with you, to have confidence in. You have a choice. SOCIAL ANXIETY In addition, social anxiety has leapt to new heights over the past two years – for everyone. The ups and downs and quarantines have wreaked havoc on our emotions and deeply impacted how we relate to and interact with others. It has become exceptionally more difficult to open up and northidahowellness.com 9
become vulnerable, regardless of circumstance. We place ourselves into social interactions less often, we are more suspicious of others, we are more protective of ourselves, and we have less desire to understand and discover the humans in our world. Separation and distance is encouraged and accepted in the current normal, but we are drowning in the breakdown of human connection emotionally, mentally, and yes, physically. I find that I’m constantly evaluating public interactions with friends just to understand if I should stand back, shake their hand, or give them a hug. And what message am I sending to them about the physical interaction that I’m comfortable with? It’s stressful, and I have fewer meaningful, invested friendships now because of it. But, I have a choice. PERSONAL EXPERIENCE Your personal experience, past and present, in general and within a particular situation, greatly affects your heart, mind, and body language when re-entering similar situations. We prepare ourselves for a similar interaction, whether positive or negative. Even our emotions throughout the day can bleed into the mood you bring to the grocery store when shopping for dinner. Working mostly from home, I have a state of mind that I call “task mode.” I am completely oblivious to anything and anyone else, and my priorities are my focus. It’s how I work so effectively in the solitude of my home, but it can be harmful to my marriage when my husband walks in the door from work. If I can’t step out of that “mode,” he’s just another invisible person getting in the way of what I think needs to be done. I have lost a small but valuable moment to acknowledge and care for the person I love most in this world. A few years ago, I explored the difference between reactions and responses. In psychology, a reaction is something you say or do “without thinking,” a knee-jerk driven by the beliefs, biases, and prejudices of your unconscious mind. There’s no pause to consider who or what might be affected. It could be considered freedom in the moment, but destruction could very well follow. A response, however, is more thoughtful, taking others and yourself into consideration, and weighing the long term effects of your actions or words. It’s taking a breath to bring conscious and unconscious together in cohesion with your core values and consideration of your situation and others. The more we react, the more powerless we feel. The more we take a moment to instead respond, the more we’ll foster healthy interactions and successful exchanges. I’m not a counselor by any means. I’m simply an introverted 40-something woman who is constantly challenged by myself and others to find healthier ways to communicate and interact with my world, whether it’s walking into a crowded restaurant, stepping into line at the post office, or simply grabbing coffee with a friend or client. Here are my thoughts on ways we can, as individuals and as members of the human race, bring more life, positivity, and calm to any “room” we enter. 10 nov • dec 2021
CHECK IN WITH YOUR INNER YOURSELF Before you enter the room, pause and ask yourself some questions about where you are in your head, heart, and emotions and what energy you are cultivating within yourself. Where is your anxiety meter registering? What happened today that you’re still analyzing? What words are making you feel insecure about yourself? Do you feel small, harsh, mean, fearful, reluctant, withholding? Do you feel friendly, caring powerful, nurturing, open? A little of both? Then, find your space. I have a couple of practices that I employ to quickly bring myself back into the present and foster positive awareness. First, I take a couple of deep breaths and listen to those breaths, feel them expand my chest. Second, I sing to myself. There are two specific songs from my life that always bring me back to center and openness. What are your practices for finding calm and confidence? CHECK IN WITH YOUR BODY Your physical body often reflects what you may not completely understand about how you feel. For example, my husband, when he leaves work, often carries his shoulders up and forward. To me, it looks like he’s bearing the weight of the world on his back, something he often feels in his job and struggles to let go of once he steps out of that role and into the pub. If I’m feeling insecure in public, I’ll often crack my knuckles, rub my eyes, or adjust my clothing. It’s comforting for me but communicates to the person that I’m with that I’m distracted and more self-conscious than interested in relating to them. A massage therapist I once knew gave me an incredible exercise to release all those unconscious physical manifestations of tension. Clench, tighten and draw in and up every muscle in your body. Hold for a moment. Then completely relax and release everything with a long, powerful breath. It works wonders. CHECK IN WITH THE ROOM While you may be ready to bring your best self with openness and joy to a room, the room may be already immersed in a different energy. A funeral is an obvious example, but it could simply be that an argument has occurred or one human has exhibited disrespect for another. These are all valid reasons for negativity, fear, hurt, and anger. Choosing a different emotion and responding from that energy can transform a space, and breath life and peace into an adverse situation. You have the choice to let it control and invade you or become your stimulus for positive influence. CHECK IN WITH YOUR VOICE Your voice has power and is an extension of your heart and mind. With your voice, you have the ability to say “no”…and “yes.” You have the power to build someone up or tear yourself or someone else down. You have the capacity to be silent and listen. Words can make people feel something different, regardless of the energy you’re giving off or the way you’re carrying yourself. We’re all struggling with the right words. May yours – and mine – be passionate, compassionate, and stimulating. w northidahowellness.com 11
Meet Dr. Ryan and Cassidy Bones MARRIED AND BUSINESS OWNERS, Dr. Ryan and Cassidy Bones are prime examples of a power couple. Has it been easy? No. All sunshine and rainbows? Absolutely not. Here they are sharing how they manage multiple businesses, a home, personal lives and goals, and also, most importantly, their marriage. Not without struggle but by leaning into the difficult times, celebrating the good and working together every single day.
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TELL US HOW YOU MET! RYAN: It all began in April of 2016. I had just come off the grand opening of my practice and was sitting out in front of the restaurant next door. My receptionist had been talking about her older sister, who was going to be coming to visit her and see the office that day. When she arrived, it was like a scene from a movie. Cassidy, powerfully strutted upgorgeous and confident. I was hooked. It only took a few more times of her “coming to meet her sister” for me to find my opening and ask her out. We hit it off immediately and both fell hard. After a few weeks of dating, Cassidy could see how much help I needed and began volunteering her time at the practice. At the time, she had a successful real estate career in Spokane. About 6 months after we met, she made a huge leap of love and faith and left her career to work with me full time in the practice. It was the single biggest sacrifice anyone has ever made for me. It became instantly clear how “in -it” this girl was for us. I knew then this was the girl for me.
Almost exactly 13 months after we met, we picked out a ring while on a trip to Las Vegas. After coming up with an insanely complex proposal- I completely scrapped it and instead asked her to marry me on the rooftop of our townhouse after she made me one of the best meals I’ve ever had. In keeping with the rapid timeline of our courtship, we decided it would be best if we got married that September right here in Coeur d’Alene. We said our vows on September 8, 2017 at the Jewett House on Sanders Beach. This year, we’ve celebrated 4 years of marriage, ups and downs, lefts and rights. We have lived in six different homes, traveled the country, and are dog parents to an incredible chocolate lab (Kila Bones). We have fought, cried, celebrated, loved and lost. Owning a business together while being married has been hard but also has been incredibly rewarding. Having a partner on the exact same mission, understanding the challenges, who shares in wins and losses, who brainstorms with you, encourages you, and lifts you when you fall is the single greatest blessing an entrepreneur can ask for. Our personalities are very different. But it’s our differences that make us such a dynamic duo. CASSIDY: I’m sure you’ll figure this out very quickly, but one of us is super outgoing and speaks in paragraphs and one of us speaks in mostly incomplete very short sentences. (insert laughter here). It’s kind of a ridiculous story and I imagine if our hypothetical daughter came home and repeated it as her own story, I would lose my mind! I remember when I first saw Ryan, sitting outside Rivelle’s (RIP), he was shoving a cheeseburger in his mouth and I was awkward as always, so I wouldn’t say it was a storybook introduction. It only took a couple weeks after he asked me out before I was in the office after hours helping with filing and auditing. 7 or so short months later, I left my real estate career to join Ryan full time. Less than a year later, we were married… crazy, right?! HOW DID BEYOND BONES COME ABOUT? --------------------------------------------------------------------------RYAN: The story of Beyond Bones Chiropractic’s creation is actually fairly straightforward. I’ve known I wanted to be a chiropractor and open my own practice since age 12. When I made the decision to put roots down in Coeur d’Alene, things happened very quickly. I signed my business loan and office lease before I even graduated from chiropractic school. On December 15th, 2015, I walked across the stage and into a UHaul. Over the next three months, I spent every waking moment of my life diving into the community and on March 31st, 2016 Beyond Bones Chiropractic threw a massive grand opening party and launched like a rocket. Faults and all. Being as I was brand new to business, there was a lot I didn’t know. I made a TON of mistakes in my first few
months open. I can’t even reflect on that time without some latent anxiety. While the exterior aspect was shiny and polished, the interior, for lack of a better term was a dumpster fire. Thankfully I had just started dating my incredibly business-savvy future wife who helped me put out the fires. Beyond Bones just celebrated it’s five year anniversary and how we’ve grown in those five years! There have been incredibly stressful times and some extremely rewarding ones. 2020 was the most unpredictable year in history and we came out better on the other side for it. Today, Beyond Bones stands stronger than ever. CASSIDY: I wasn’t around for the inception of the practice but came on scene just a month in and it’s been wild. Ryan summed it up well. We also own a company with a couple of chiro friends and I own another company called THE Co. aka The High Performing Entrepreneur Company. On all fronts we both wear a lot of hats and manage a lot of people and tasks which often feels like we’re on a roller coaster. HOW DO YOU PRIORITIZE WORK AND HOME LIFE? -----------------------------------------------------------------------------RYAN: I’m going to be honest here. Our work and home life are so blended together that it’s hard to say we even have any sense of “balance”. Oftentimes our dinners together are lit by the glow of our laptops while we share a bottle of wine at one of our favorite restaurants. Our pillow talk consists of our hopes and dreams as well as our accounts receivable. Now, I will say, we do take breaks from this life. A few times a month we make sure we have days where we are the opposite of productive- doing nothing-together. Lounging around watching Netflix or day-drinking on Sherman. A few times a year, we go on a weekend escape. As my wife eloquently pointed out during one argument, our relationship is a project too- and if we don’t work on it we will fail. CASSIDY: We are aggressive with our time blocking and rely heavily on shared calendars. Our business and personal life are super intertwined, but we have a rule (barring an emergency), either one of us can table a work conversation if we aren’t feeling it and aren’t at the office. We’ve also created a sacred boundary on Sundays- we each take the morning to do whatever we want separately and then come together at 3 to spend the night together. HOW DO YOU SET BOUNDARIES AND SEPARATION OF RESPONSIBILITIES? --------------------------------------------------------------------------RYAN: When it comes to boundaries, we’ve learned a lot of lessons the hard way. MANY arguments have started because we both felt our way was the right way. northidahowellness.com 13
Drawing metaphorical lines in the sand have helped us more clearly delineate who has jurisdiction over a certain decision in the business. If it’s clinical, it falls to me. If it’s operational, it falls to Cassidy. Having “lanes” to stay in sets up expectations of who gets the final call. At home, we stick to a similar system. We both have chores and responsibilities. I am 100% in charge of laundry. Cassidy manages the money, just like in the business. I do a fair amount of the cleaning- mainly because I am a neat freak. Cassidy is an incredible cook and makes all of our meals and I am happy to do the dishes. CASSIDY: Our mentors have taught us that separating responsibilities at home the same way you separate them at work would save us a lot of frustration and daaaang, they were right. It is so nice to never think twice about the laundry or dishes because I know that’s Ryan’s job and he never has to worry about food or bills because he knows that’s my job. WHAT DO YOU DO IF YOU DON’T HAVE A SHARED VISION? --------------------------------------------------------------------------RYAN: This is a complex question. One part of me wants to say “figure it out, and get one”- but the other side of me knows it’s ok to not be identical in vision if those visions are congruent and parallel. When we work on refining our vision personally or professionally, we split up and separately define our goals for 30 days, 60 days, 90 days, 6 months, 1 year, 5 years and “lifetime” in several different categories. We then come together and compare those goals. If there is a discrepancy, we talk it out and dive into why we aren’t on the same page. What we’ve found is that often it is simply a difference of timeline or definition that separates us. CASSIDY: We don’t always hold a shared vision, because we are different human beings, duh. Just like we do for our business (annual planning and checking on goals and visions) we do for our relationship. As we grow and change as people, so does what we want out life and our relationship and as long we are still committing to be with each other every day and are willing to adapt to the new vision of the other person and ourselves, and that version is still morally aligned, we’re winning. HOW DO YOU LEAD YOUR TEAM AS “CO-CAPTAINS”? --------------------------------------------------------------------------RYAN: I’d almost compare it to defensive and offensive coordinators in football. Both are on the same team, but lead different players for the same goal- a win. It is by keeping this hierarchy and organization that we are able to “decentralize command” and move our team toward victory! CASSIDY: ^^^^ THIS! 14 nov • dec 2021
HOW DO YOU AVOID A POWER STRUGGLE? RYAN: I’ll be honest, even with perfectly defined roles and responsibilities- power struggles still happen. It’s virtually inevitable with two very confident- and very stubborn- partners. One of the most important things I’ve learned in de-escalating these situations is that it is important to listen to understand, not just to respond. Oftentimes, the heat of the moment has clouded what is a pretty clear answer, and we can agree and move on. CASSIDY: We both have egos the size of Texas and we’ve had to do a lot of work together and separately to learn how to recognize when something we are saying/feeling is ego driven and when it’s authentic. We have found that the biggest arguments come from not listening at all or the desire to be right. Strategy number one: to avoid a power struggle, think before speaking. Strategy number two: stay in our own lanes. Strategy number three: seek to understand the other person’s point of view and always assume good intentions. WHAT HAVE YOU LEARNED ABOUT YOURSELVES AND YOUR RELATIONSHIP FROM RUNNING A BUSINESS TOGETHER? --------------------------------------------------------------------------RYAN: That while we can both be a little hard headed, we are capable of absolutely anything! CASSIDY: I’ve learned that when Ryan and I work together, towards a common goal and are paying attention to what we say, we can accomplish literally anything. When we aren’t being present or intentional with listening and speaking, we are a disaster. WHAT DOES 5 YEARS DOWN THE ROAD LOOK LIKE? --------------------------------------------------------------------------RYAN: Professionally, Beyond Bones will be celebrating it’s 10 year anniversary. We will have multiple locations, a thriving intern program and Cassidy will be working on the business rather than in it, allowing her time to also grow and expand her coaching business. With multiple doctors on staff, I will be spending most of my time in the community as an advocate for the business. Personally, we will be settled into our first home, raising 1 or 2 kiddos as well as an additional doggo! CASSIDY: In five years, I hope to have accomplished several of our larger business goals, but more than anything I hope we have worked together to continually choose each other. Cheesy? Totally. True? 100,000%. w
LOCAL power couples
It’s no secret that many businesses in North Idaho are locally owned and operated. But did you know that many are family run? And by family run, we mean spouses working side by side. Every. Single. Day. And then heading home, many times to take care of their children, pets and homes together. So how do these entrepreneurial couples take care of each other, themselves and their businesses without completely going insane? Read on to hear from some of our favorite locals on how they prioritize their relationships and their careers.
CHAD & NATALIE HOLADAY
Owners of Holaday & Co and Ego Soap Company Tell us about your relationship and business history. Chad and I have known each other almost our entire lives. We first met in elementary school and dated on and off while becoming the best of friends. We said “ I do” in 2014 and it is truly beautiful to reflect on what we’ve been through and see where we are now as married business owners and partners. In 2016, we started Ego Soap Company, a men’s grooming line. We were on a mission to find natural ingredients and formulas that would aid and treat common skin conditions. After adding hand poured candles to our catalog, a new vision sparked! We began dreaming and planning up the opening of a local bath, body and beauty store. That is where you can find us today, in a sweet little shop on East Sherman. How do you prioritize your work/home and personal space? Just like starting a business, relationships take a lot of work. Our relationship remains the highest priority on our list. We have open and ongoing dialogue with each other and we strive to address each other’s needs. At home, we have no expectations of who should do what. If we see things that need to be done, we do them. Although we may feel exhausted at times, we work even harder to make the best of every minute we get to spend together. Best Advice for Other Couples Show your appreciation for each other everyday! Never go to bed mad and always kiss each other goodnight. When in doubt... just love your spouse. Favorite Date Night Don’t forget to date one another. Schedule it if you have to and make it a priority. Our favorite date night of course, is candle making at Holaday & Co followed by a walk arm in arm to one of our favorite restaurants in downtown Coeur d’Alene!
IVAN & DANA GUITRON
Owners of Las Brasas Mexican Grill Tell us about your relationship and business history. We have been married for 6 years this month and have owned and operated Las Brasas for 5 years! How do you prioritize your work/home life and personal space? We definitely had to learn to be work partners and husband and wife. It did not come easy at first. We had to learn each other’s love languages. When you own your own business, you tend to work 24/7 and forget that your spouse is not just a work partner. Learning our love languages taught us to be more focused on our relationship as we worked not just the few times we weren’t working. We have learned it’s ok to take a break from work, sometimes we have to say no to even talking about work at home. Having three kids helps with that! Best piece of advice for other couples Grace. Having grace with your partner can change everything. They are learning to work with you at the same time you are learning to work with them. Learn their love language and make that a priority. Favorite Date Night We have a very busy lifestyle and we are always on the go so we like to grab take out and watch a movie or play a game at home together.
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MICHAL & YOUNG
Owners of Coffee Roboto
TAIT & MONICA ENGEBRETSEN
Owners of The Wellness Bars Tell us about your relationship and business history. We met in Colorado Springs. At the time, our family and living situations weren’t the best. I would say this drew us together in a unique way and we continue to work hard to pursue health and healing both for ourselves and our pasts. After dating for three years, we eloped in June 2004. About six years ago, Young decided he wanted to find something he truly enjoyed, go into business for himself, and serve people on his own terms. At the time, he was working for DOMA Coffee Roasting Co. and had held jobs in coffee off and on since he was fifteen. After some time and conversation, he realized how much he enjoyed the diversity and social aspects of the coffee industry, and we both realized that coffee was going to be the thing. Thus, Coffee Roboto was born. Coffee Roboto is a mobile model to first and foremost establish financial, environmental, and business sustainability. It is also what Young likes to refer to as a “social experiment”. We can go to our customers rather than try to get customers to come to us. This makes us vulnerable socially but also offers people the opportunity to stop and think for a moment and have an intentional interaction.” How do you prioritize work/home and personal space? We both have other jobs (Young- Facilities and Garden Market Manager at Pilgrim’s Market and Michal is a prolific freelance writer.) So time and priorities have always been a challenge however we have a found a decent place in this: Splitting up tasks according to availability and accessibility Organization with checklists and schedules Prioritizing making business decisions together, always Taking one day off every week to just do nothing or be together Having a separate space where the robot lives outside our homeworth every penny! What is your best advice to other couples? If you’re going to do business together, talk beforehand about your expectations for each other rather than trying to work them out as you go along. Supporting each other and working together takes grace, communication, forgiveness and adaption. If you truly care to understand and make your dreams successful, you’ll figure it out, no matter what the struggle. Favorite Date Night Idea We don’t really do date night which may sound sad but it isn’t. We communicate frequently about when we need time to relax together or a night out with friends. Often we will get food, take it home and watch a movie. Date Night for us is making sure we find those moments to encourage, understand and show love. 16 nov • dec 2021
Tell us about your relationship and business history. We met while working at a marketing and print firm in Hayden, Idaho. A few years later, after two beautiful boys and a wedding, Monica left the design firm to open the Wellness Bar’s flagship location on 4th Street. When the Hayden location opened in 2016, Tait took a full time position running the business with Monica. Now, with 3 brick and mortar locations, a partnership with Peak Wellness Centers, a food truck, a corprate kitchen and 2 new lcoations on the horizon -- we are busier than ever! How do you prioritize your work/home and personal space? This is a tricky question as we are still finding that perfect balance. We each have separate office spaces now, outside of the home, which really helps with keeping home life and work seperate. We also find time to cater to our individual hobbies which allow for eachother to have personal space. What is your best advice to other couples? Allow space and grace. Prioritize communication and how that looks to each other. Favorite Date Night Idea We love a good date night that involves golf and drinks! In the summer we hit up a local course and play 9 holes and follow it up with dinner and drinks. Our favorite is where we got married — The Highlands Golf Course. In the winter we love visiting local golf simulators — with drinks and appetizers!
ANDY & JENNIFER MORSELL
Owners of Mountain Madness Soap Co.
JOSH & KATIE TERRA
Owners of Momentum Sports and Play Tell us about your relationship and business history. Our relationship began junior year of high school when Josh wanted to learn how to do a backflip and I taught him after cheer practice one day. By our senior year, we were both teaching at a gymnastics gym in our hometown and applying to college together. Eventually, we got married and started our “grown up jobs” but soon after our son, Finn, arrived, we both felt called to follow our dream of starting our own gym. In August of 2020, we took the leap, moved to Coeur d’Alene and opened Momentum Sports and Play, a children’s activity center. How do you prioritize your work/home and personal space? We love working together every day again, although it did take quite some time for us to find a routine. We found it so important to set boundaries as to when work stopped and family time began. We work very hard to stick to them. However, the absolute best thing we have done for our relationship in this crazy season of starting a business, with a toddler in tow, is learning to ask for help. Most of our relationship, we have been very independent and able to say yes to everything and everyone, so this was especially hard for both of us. We are so grateful for family and friends who have been there to watch our son so we can go on a date, get a project done at the gym, or help us out on extra crazy days. What is your best advice to other couples? With all that being said, our best advice to other couples is do not hesitate to ask for help! Favorite Date Night Idea We love North Idaho in the warmer months so we especially love paddleboarding with a beach picnic in the summer. But we have to admit we are dinner and a movie people all year round!
Tell us about your relationship and business history. Jennifer started the business in Fairbanks, Alaska selling at farmers markets, craft shows and a summer space at a tourist center, 8 years before we met. After we met and relocated to Coeur d’Alene, Jennifer continued working full time in dental and Andy worked full time as a software engineer. The dream of having a family owned business remained so we made the grassroots efforts to continue making soap and bath products. After several years of grinding and establishing a local customer base, we opened our first retail store which became Jennifer’s main focus. Now many years later, a larger retail store and much company growth, Andy is also devoted full time to the company where we work together to run the operations. How do you prioritize your work/home and personal space? We are both very passionate, driven people and put 100% into what we choose to do. When you own and oversee operations of a business together, it is very difficult to separate your personal and work lives. It takes time to establish healthy, honest boundaries and adhering to those agreements. We do make an active effort to have time for ourselves where we do not discuss work. At home, our work space is separate from our main living space to help maintain those boundaries. What is your best advice to other couples? Learn what each others strengths and weaknesses are then leverage those strengths and formally define your roles in the company. Writing a job description for yourself and then discussing and agreeing on each other’s responsibilities can be key to this goal. This provides clarity to employees , so they know which one (or both) of us to talk to in each circumstance. Favorite Date Night Idea We love to support the activities in our downtown community, so date nights are centered around community events. When we are not doing that, we love adventure, whether it is fly fishing, hiking, mountain biking, or traveling. Adventures and experiences are something that drives us. northidahowellness.com 17
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meet chef nick ryan Nick moved to North Idaho in 2006 attended the NIC culinary school and has been a practicing chef in this area ever since, working under chefs like Jim Barret, Adam Hegsted and Troy Louise Chandler. Now executive Sous Chef working with Chef Dan Smith at the Clubhouse at BlackRock. Each issue Nick will be sharing with us some of his favorite dishes and inspiration! This salmon dish was first taught to him by friend and mentor Chef Adam Hegsted.
pan seared salmon with potato cakes
STONE GROUND ONION CREAM SAUCE // • 1 large white onion diced • 1tbsp Stone ground mustard • 1 cup white wine • 1.5 cup heavy cream • fresh thyme, salt to taste • cook the onion in the white wine until Au’sec or • translucent add a knob of butter for shine • finish with heavy cream and herbs to taste POTATO CAKES // • grate 2 large potatoes (shred like hashbrowns) • 2 potatoes • 4 egg yolk • parsley, dill, thyme • 1/2 cup minced garlic • 1 cup panko (bread crumbs) • option to add bacon bits combine raw potato mix with eggs and panko if not thick enough, use a little flour. add herbs to your liking. pan sear and finish to a nice golden brown.
SALMON // after heating your pan to medium-high heat add a small amount of oil then add salmon to the pan. sear the flesh side first (5 to 6 minutes), followed by the skin side (2 to 4 minutes). when the salmon is ready, it will slide off the pan easily. APPLESLAW GARNISH // • 3 green apples • 2 fresh jalapeno’s • 1 cup fresh cilantro • 1 bell pepper juilene • 1/2 cup sugar • 2 tbsp chili flake • splash of lime juice use a mandolin to cut apples to nice thin strips by hand with the bell pepper and the jalapeno mix your veg and apples in the sugar lime chili flake mix -- coat evenly and top on the fish to serve.
GARLIC GREEN BEANS // saute’d in garlic and butter
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local eats
Getting to know
HONEY EATERY
with Chef Adam Hegsted
Tell us the history and idea behind Honey. I previously owned the Cellar Restaurant in the same space which was a little more higher end dining but it wasn’t exactly what I wanted to be doing. It wasn’t the food I loved. I wanted to create a neighborhood sort of place that everyone would enjoy. Something more approachable and overall delicious. The idea was to create comfort foods using local seasonal foods from the area while combining that with high end techniques and skills. We also wanted a unique space downstairs to have a sort of speakeasy feeling with craft cocktails. We really used the same ideas, creating classic cocktails with a unique twist and high end cuisine techniques. So our guests get all the skill from highly trained professionals in a comfortable setting with foods and drinks they love. What is the type of food served at Honey? Our cuisine is somewhat seasonal, meaning we change the menu every 4-6 weeks with products that are looking beautiful in that particular season. We also want our guests to come in and have a uniquely Coeur d’Alene experience, so there is a heavy Inland Northwest style to the menu with comfort food twists. How does the restaurant support the community...especially local farmers and other producers? We believe in an all boats rise mentality. We want other restaurants, farmers and shops to succeed so we do our best to help support out community in any way we can, whether that’s through charitable giving or lending our support through Crave NW food festival, Crave TV show and social media. We have some great restaurants in the area and we want to tell people who the people are making great things. The farmers and producers are part of our regional identity, so we are constantly searching out and trying to find people who grow food, produce local products and services to try to keep growing this amazing community. What is the favorite dish? Our fried chicken is one of the dishes people love. It was voted best fried chicken in the state by Food Network. It’s twice fried chicken with a honey butter glaze on a warm red potato salad with coleslaw, sweet pickled chilies and a fresh baked biscuit.
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How makes Honey special? Our restaurant is really three in one. We have the main level which is really all day dining everyday. The basement which is open on the weekends and features craft cocktails, small plates and live music and performances. Then the mezzanine is for smaller parties and events, but we can also rent out the whole restaurant, rent out a level or we can travel offsite for catering. We really try to offer something for everyone! w
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health
Sleep Apnea
A VICIOUS CYCLE.
Lori and Charlie had been happily married for 35 years, but when Charlie’s snoring started to get louder and more frequent, they both got more cranky. “Poor sleep can lead to a vicious cycle- tiredness leads to giving up things that were once important. Sometimes it’s going to the gym, sometimes it’s date night, sometimes it’s your favorite hobby. No matter what it is, your overall health suffers, your mood suffers and as a result your relationships suffer” explained Dr. Erin Elliott from Sleep Better Northwest. Written by Dr. Erin Elliott Owner of Post Falls Family Dental Center and Sleep Better Northwest
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Charlie could relate to what Dr. Elliott describes. “I was so tired! I started forgetting things that used to come naturally. I just didn’t have the energy for things that weren’t essential,” Charlie explained. “He wasn’t the only one! I was exhausted and irritated. I kept telling him that he needed to get checked out- but he was stubborn.” Lori laughed. “I didn’t want to go to the doctor for something I thought was just a normal part of getting older,” Charlie retorted, “Lots of people snore. I thought, ‘What’s a doctor going to do about it?” But when Charlie finally relented and went to his doctor, he was told it might be sleep apnea. “When the doctor described the symptoms I just knew that was what was going on with Charlie,” Lori said. “I was so excited to have the possibility of relief.” Charlie has hesitations though. “The first thing that came to my mind was some guy wearing one of those giant sleep mask machines. It seemed like a huge inconvenience for something as benign as snoring.” Charlie said. Luckily, Charlie’s doctor referred him to Post Falls Family Dental where sleep apnea is treated with a dental device similar to a mouthguard or retainer and they can help you get diagnosed. Many patients are candidates
“The snoring was so loud I could never sleep. I woke up a million times a night irritated that I was awakened, yet again, by his snoring. Snoring was ruining our sleep AND our relationship.”
for an appliance vs. a CPAP. “I’ve realized it wasn’t ‘just snoring’. I was tired, I was grumpy, I was not living life to the fullest, my memory was poor, my heart was working harder at night, my oxygen levels were fluctuating, I had no energy, my overall health was poor. Everything in my life suffered because of the lack of sleep. I’m so happy I got treatment,” Charlie says. “I sleep so well now!” Who’d have guessed a dentist would solve my sleep problems?” “And again, he’s not the only one, “ Lori chimed in, “I’m so grateful for the treatment. I had no idea it would be so easy and so life-changing. We’re so much happier as a couple and as individuals when we sleep well. I’ll never take a good night’s sleep for granted again. I love waking up feeling refreshed.” w
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fitness
Emsculpt Neo the Revolutionary new body sculpting Machine Written by Hayley Shortridge-Gabriel Owner of True Life Canvas
Did you know that after the age of 30 we lose approximately 3–8% of muscle
mass per decade!? And muscle is what burns fat, so it’s no wonder that as our muscle mass decreases our midlines start to increase. Typically around this time in life our self-care hours are consumed with work and family obligations. And so, the slow decline of our health begins, until one day we look in the mirror and wonder “what happened!?” Luckily, there’s a new light at the end of this tunnel. The Emsculpt Neo® is a non-surgical option for those looking to not only eliminate fat cells (30% decrease on average), but actually build muscle strength (25% increase on average). Clients at True Life Canvas are not only reporting lost inches and increased definition, but more exciting to us is the increased strength and decreased body pain being reported. Every 30 minute session on the Emsculpt Neo® is the equivalent of 20,000 muscle contractions while at the same time it destroys and eliminates fat cells using an embedded high intensity magnetic field (HIFEM) technology, which has been clinically tested for safety and efficacy through seven clinical studies. 24 nov • dec 2021
Moreover, 30 scientific publications make HIFEM the most intensively researched body contouring technology since its introduction in 2018. This technology is blowing CoolSculpting® out of the water because of all the added benefits of muscle strength, as well as skin tightening. Many celebs and professional athletes are even singing the praises of the Emsculpt Neo®, admitting it’s a huge part of their fitness routines. There is no downtime with this procedure and you can get back to your daily routine right after the treatment. The Emsculpt Neo® has also been proven to be a great option to help those that suffer from Diastasis Recti, a condition where the abdominal wall separates (often reported after pregnancy). Clients have reported with the new found strength they have in their core and/or buttocks that they’ve reduced or eliminated their pain medication!! “I have suffered from hip pain for many years, trying everything I could from chiropractors to physical therapists with no relief. I tried the Emsculpt Neo and was shocked at the incredible relief I felt from my pain. I think the strength in my muscles corrected my body posture and took pressure off those nerves. I would highly recommend it for anyone looking beyond just the cosmetic effects because it offers so much more than that.” - Mary (a True Life Canvas Client).
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beauty
‘tis the season for CHEMICAL PEELS Written by Jennifer Miller
With the sun back in hiding for the season, it’s safe to hit up your favorite esthetician for a chemical peel! Chemical peel’s sound intimidating but fear not, you and your esthetician (or dermatologist) work together to choose the level you need for the results you want. Chemical peels help to reduce fine lines especially around the mouth and the eyes. They are especially effective for treating wrinkles and dark spots (hyperpigmentation) caused by sun damage. Peels can also improve melasma caused by pregnancy, scarring from acne and can improve the overall look and feel of your skin. Our skin has three layers, the epidermis, dermis and fat layer. Chemical peels deal primarily with your epidermis. After scheduling a peel with your licensed provider, they may ask you to prepare for your appointment by 26 nov • dec 2021
stopping the use of retinol 48 hours beforehand and not waxing (including eyebrows) up to a week prior. At the time of your appointment, your esthetician will first cleanse your skin and they may numb the area using a topical anesthetic. Then, one or more chemical solutions will be applied to your skin. Most commonly used chemicals are glycolic, salicylic and lactic. Glycolic - is the most commonly used chemical in peels. It’s also the most gentle, sometimes referred to as “the lunch time peel”. It causes a minimal reaction and is even safe to use while pregnant. Salicylic - is best used for those of us with acne and blackheads. It is a strong comedolytic which unclogs pores. It also reduces oil production which when over produced, can cause breakouts.
Lactic - is another very mild peel, derived from sour milk. It is most commonly used for hyperpigmentation and age spots but is not suitable for people with common skin conditions like psoriasis and eczema. After the chosen peel is applied, your esthetician will let it sit for a specific amount of time. Normally this is very short, sometimes only three to five minutes. This creates a controlled wound setting, breaking down the top layer of skin, and allowing new skin to take place. Some common side effects are a mild burning and stinging sensation. Once the peel is complete, the area is neutralized with water or specialized solution. After your appointment is done, it’s important to follow after care instructions. Your skin will be more sensitive to the sun so a broad spectrum sunscreen of at least SPF 30 is recommended to keep out UVA and UVB rays. It is common to have a slight reaction similar to a sunburn in the days that follow. With deeper peels, it is also common for the top layer of skin to peel and flake off. These reactions usually clear up in 3 to 7 days. Chemical peels aren’t just for your face either. They can also be used on the hands and neck. And while the over the counter products don’t carry such a hefty price tag, it’s important to seek a licensed skin care specialist to achieve the results you want and to have the peel done safely. w
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balance
Written by Amy Gates | Owner of Align Yoga
the healing behind
SOUND BOWLS
I have been a student of yoga for over 30 years
and teaching for 20 years. The past three decades I have been on a quest to dig deep into philosophy, meditation, pranayama (breath practice) and asana (the physical practice of yoga). Two years ago, I opened Align Yoga Studio with the intention of and dream to share my love of yoga with our community. Recently, I have added sound bowl healing classes to my schedule. Over a year ago, I had my first sound bath experience. Lying there, awash in sound and vibration, my entire body filled with 28 nov • dec 2021
the same elation of joy, love and homecoming I first felt when I discovered yoga at age 17. In that moment, I knew sound bowl healing was going to be a part of my journey. It was something I wanted to share with others! Sound, as a form of healing, has long been used in various forms by many cultures across the world. Science has demonstrated that frequencies are the basis of the universe. Our lives are a reflection of our energy. Our energy fields vibrate in different ways as we go about
our day depending on the flow of our thoughts and emotions. Peace, love, joy, gratitude and compassion all emit high vibrational frequencies. Emotions such as guilt, shame, anger, resentment, and jealousy all vibrate at low levels. Sound healing can help keep our energy fields vibrant and bright. When you are surrounded by healing frequencies, it is like floating in a body of water, weightless and supported. Our bodies soften and relax. We are guided to focus on the sound and our breath which quiets our minds and draws us inward to our deep heart center. This is where true potential for healing can occur. You may experience a deep dive into the vastness of your heart. It is here, treasure unfolds. Like focusing on mantra or breath in meditation practice, sound provides a focus for your mind. It provides a doorway into the present moment awareness. The benefits of sound healing are numerous. Experts in the field of music and health have discovered that the sounds emitted from high quality bowls creates a sacred spiritual energy in the form of frequency. This frequency calms the mind, elevates the meditation experience, brings balance to the human energy system, cleanses the auric field, awakens creativity and expands consciousness. As the vibration echos around you, it is received by every cell in your body. Spiritually, the vibration offers a doorway into expansion toward higher levels of consciousness, awareness and transformation. On a physical level, sound healing has been reported to help lower stress, induce relaxation, lower blood pressure, decrease anxiety, aide in digestion, and ease pain and depression.
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nutrition
eat your
ZINC
Written by Michelle DiMaggio, NTP of Pilgrim’s Market
If you have lived anywhere on Planet Earth in the last 18 months, in a time where supporting your immune system is as important than ever, chances are you are familiar with Zinc. As one of the most common minerals in your body, think of Zinc as a “Master Mineral”. More than 100 different enzymatic reactions in our body happen with Zinc playing a key role. We consider Zinc an “essential” mineral because our bodies cannot create Zinc on its own; it is essential to get this nutrient, in small amounts daily, from our diets through food or supplementation. While optimal levels of Zinc will vary from personto-person, as is typical with any nutrient, here are some numbers to consider. The Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA), set by the National Academy of Sciences, lists a minimum of 8mg per day for all women over 18 years of age and a minimum of 11mg per day for men over 18. The maximum amount of Zinc for both groups is 40mg per day. The key to maintaining any healthful nutrient status is a well-formulated diet. While we can find Zinc in both animal and plant sources, be aware that the bioavailability will be greater in meat and seafood like Beef, Lamb, dark meat Chicken, Oysters, Crab, and Lobster. Other good sources are Eggs, Full-Fat Yogurt, and Kefir. Higher absorption rates with animal products are due to sulfurcontaining amino acids, like Cystine and Methionine. For those that choose a meat-free lifestyle, there are still
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several good options for obtaining Zinc. Hemp Seeds, Pumpkin Seeds, Lentils, Mushrooms, Tofu, and Legumes are all rich in Zinc. To enhance bioavailability in these plant sources, soak and sprout where appropriate. This is especially true for Legumes, as beans contain “Phytates” which are mineral binders and inhibit absorption. Soaking and sprouting will reduce Phytic Acid and allow for greater availability of minerals. In regards to additional supplementation, know that more is not always better. With diet alone, you should be meeting at least the minimum RDA mentioned above. If you feel the need to take a daily Zinc supplement, a good guideline is to stay under 15mg daily. At the onset of any cold or flu-like symptoms you can up your intake to around 40mg per day, but decrease after a max of 4 days. For anyone wondering about supplementation for children, I would suggest relying solely on diet for those tiny humans under 5 years of age. They need significantly less Zinc, about a max of 5mg per day and that is easily obtained from food. The maximum RDA for 5-10 years of age is 12mg daily, and 10 to 18 years of age is 23mg daily. Keep in mind that you can over supplement with Zinc. Taking too much Zinc can lower levels of Iron and Copper in your body (which can lower immune and hormone functionality) and can even cause gastrointestinal upsets. At the end of the day always make sure you’re are eating with intention, as you cannot out-supplement a poor diet. w
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RIDDLE: What is 23 miles long, 16’ wide, generates over $3 million in annual sales in Kootenai County and creates the need for 54 jobs? ANSWER: The North Idaho Centennial Trail
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wellness in business Written by David Groth Photo by Jon Jonckers
Thirty-one years ago, thanks to the determination of Coeur d’Alene Parks Director Doug Eastwood and many others, the North Idaho Centennial Trail came to life. In June of 2019, Steven Peterson, a research economist, was commissioned by the North Idaho Centennial Trail Foundation to complete a study of the economic impact of the North Idaho Centennial Trail. Some of what his study concluded is as follows. WHAT IS THE NORTH IDAHO CENTENNIAL TRAIL? The 23 mile long paved trail links the residents of Coeur d’ Alene and Post Falls as it traverses much of the core parts of the cities and attracts multi-use trail users.
GRAND TOTAL OF ECONOMIC IMPACTS
WHO SUPPORTS THE TRAIL? It is supported by the City of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation, City of Post Falls, Kootenai County, Coeur d’Alene Department of Parks and Recreation and the North Idaho Centennial Trail Foundation.
Its expenditures contribute to the property tax revenues of local businesses and suppliers.
ESTIMATED ANNUAL TRAIL USAGE Peak Season (April to October): 334,973 visitors
$2,990,164 of sales $1,267,609 in total compensation (wages and salaries) 54 annual jobs
OTHER FACTS 46% of the new residents in Kootenai County said the trail was a factor in their decision to move here!
Off-Peak Season (November to March): 82,145 visitors
FUNDRAISING EVENTS //
TOTAL (January to December): 417,118 visitors!
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WHO USES THE TRAIL? Approximately 62% of the trail users are bicyclists and 38% are walkers/ joggers. It is estimated that 10%-20% of the trail users are nonresidents who bring new monies to the regional economy.
The North Idaho Centennial Trail Foundation is a 501 (C) 3 organization that supports and oversees the maintenance, improvements and expansion of the Centennial Trail.
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Dealing with Grief as a Family Written by Bereavement Coordinator, Samantha Jones, LMSW
Grief and loss are universal experiences,
however, you never know what your grief will look like until you are faced with the death of a loved one. Grief is complicated and often uncharted territory for mourners. Finding direction for your journey through grief can be overwhelming and arduous. Hospice of North Idaho believes that grief is a normal, natural response to the death of a loved one. Anyone who is old enough to love is old enough to grieve. Within each of us is an innate capability to heal. A supportive, caring environment is essential to begin healing. Mourners will only express grief when they feel safe to do so. And youth learn what grief looks like from important adults in their life. 34 nov • dec 2021
Each death and loss lead to a unique journey through grief for all of those who loved them. We’re honored to walk alongside grievers in their unique journey through grief. Hospice of North Idaho provides ongoing community grief support services, including: • One-on-one grief support appointments, which are offered throughout the year, by appointment only. • Hospice of North Idaho’s 40 th Annual Tree Lighting Remembrance Ceremony, which will take place on December 10th, 2021. Registration is required. • Camp Kaniksu, our kid’s grief camp, is offered each summer to youth from the community. This year, Camp Kaniksu will take place in July 2022. • Journey Through Grief is a six-week, curriculum-based workshop that is offered at various times throughout the year. (Registration is required for this workshop.) • Mini workshops are also offered throughout the year, which includes our Grief and the Holidays Workshop in the Fall and Piecing Your Life Back Together Workshop in the Spring. Registration is required for these workshops. • Monthly support groups will begin in January of 2022, check our website for group details. Registration is not required for monthly groups. • Hospice of North Idaho also publishes a monthly newsletter to learn about grief from the comfort of your own home. Anyone interested in grief and mourning can subscribe.
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Hospice of North Idaho’s Bereavement Department consists of licensed master-level social workers who have a passion for providing our community with grief support. This department thrives on being able to provide community support in a professional capacity to all of those who have suffered a death of a loved one. No one should ever have to navigate a journey through grief alone. Hospice of North Idaho’s grief services are always provided at no cost. Grief support is not only available to hospice families, but to all community members who have found themselves in grief. w
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FINDING THAT LIFE WORK BALANCE Heritage Health re-imagines employment Written by Marc Stewart of Heritage Health
Heather Russell is living the American dream. She and her husband have three young children. They spend lots of time together, having adventures and making memories. Heather is also managing a successful career as Heritage Health’s Clinic Dental Director. “I love being able to schedule time off in advance to spend needed time with my family,” says Heather. “Heritage Health has provided me with the scheduling flexibility to be present for my three kids. We are a dental family here and have always been able to cover for each other when things come up unexpectedly. I love our team!” Heather’s work environment reflects a new direction that employers are taking with their workers.
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“I believe in taking care of the people who take care of our patients,” says Heritage Health CEO Mike Baker. “We have the most amazing people who bend over backward for our patients, why wouldn’t we do the same for them?” That’s more than just a sound bite. This writer’s wife recently was hospitalized with COVID-19 pneumonia for 12 days and the response from Heritage Health was remarkable. “I was overwhelmed by the response from Heritage Health,” says Stewart. “They were incredibly supportive and helpful. They never put any pressure on me to worry about work. My boss made an incredible meal for my family. I am so grateful they took care of me during a scary ordeal.” Baker says helping employees through difficult times is what the organization does regularly.
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“We’re one big family,” says Baker. “We are always here for each other. Our employees can donate their paid time off to one another and they do.” Heritage Health is re-imagining organizational culture and how employees work in the COVID-19 era. Working from home is much more common, flexible scheduling and competitive salaries are important, sign on bonuses and lucrative benefit plans are part of a shift in how employers are working to attract and retain people. As employers face a worker shortage, the competition to recruit and retain employees is greater than ever, says Marisa Blair, Human Resources Recruiter for Heritage Health. “Potential employees are looking for growth opportunities and life work balance,” says Blair. “Fortunately, we’ve been able to provide autonomy and flexibility in certain positions that allow employees to grow and develop their careers.” Blair believes creating a positive and fun culture is essential to retention – especially in the health care field. “We like to have fun at work because we recognize our jobs in health care can be stressful,” she says. “We’ve held virtual parties with games, prizes and take-and-bake pizzas.” “The response from our employees has been great. They know Heritage Health is trying to be the best employer in the region.” ------------------------------------------------------------------------------Heritage Health is hiring for numerous positions. Check them out here www.myheritagehealth.org
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A Different Take on a Healthier Holiday Written by Kara | @kara_thewholemomma
38 nov • dec 2021
kara’s corner On a journey to feed me & my family whole food and live a more natural lifestyle & inspire YOU too!
I’m going to guess that when you hear “Healthy Holiday Tips” you might think that I’m going to try and take something away or have you swap something yummy and delicious with something icky and horrible. But I’m not going to do that! Something that I’ve really learned to value more and more over the past few years is perspective. Don’t get me wrong, daily healthy and balanced habits are of the utmost importance, but I’ve also really come to value time with family, friends and prioritizing connections and traditions. This Holiday season I want to encourage you to do just that. Don’t stress about totally ditching those dishes or treats that are long time family traditions you share with the ones you love most. I want to encourage you to learn a new skill or a less processed and homemade option to incorporate into your favorite dishes. For example, maybe your favorite Thanksgiving dish that you bring every year includes a can of cream of mushroom soup. I would challenge you to research how to make your OWN homemade, less processed and “I can actually pronounce all the ingredients in it” version of that. Google and YouTube are your friends here! Maybe the dish you bring to every Christmas Dinner has marshmallows on top. How cool would it be to show up this year with homemade marshmallows beautifully displayed on top instead? Trust me - putting a little extra love into these family traditions is just so much fun and is in most cases much better for you in the end! And who doesn’t want to feel like you went the extra mile to make something extra special for them? For the longest time I’ve wanted to learn how to make a loaf of wild fermented sourdough. You know, the kind where you get a starter from a friend? Somehow when you add water, flour, a little salt and some love, you get a beautiful loaf of artisan bread. There are many reasons why I’ve always wanted to learn the art of this. One of those reasons being that this wild fermented method actually breaks down the gluten before you even consume it, making it much easier to digest for many! Not to mention how fun it is to present that loaf to a table full of family and friends and announce, “I made this for you with love!” Well, I finally took a class on wild fermented sourdough making recently! So MY goal this holiday season is to show up with homemade sourdough rolls, made with love and less ingredients than the store bought ones! And that is how I plan to make this Holiday Season extra happy, healthy and full of love! I would just LOVE to see how YOU plan to make this Holiday Season a Healthier one! Tag me on Instagram @kara_thewholemomma so I can see what you are creating!
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