BuenQamino Spirit
Musings about adventure and becoming
How My Eat-Pray-Love (Myself) Journey Transformed Me
In January, I decided to embark on an Eat-Pray-Love (myself) journey. I felt my healing had hit a plateau, and that I lost myself in a string of unhealthy relationships. And, well, nothing changes if nothing changes. Six months later, I feel like I’ve woken up from a coma. I became the Phoenix rising out of the ashes. I walked through the fire, and faced and released a multitude of fears. I tested my own limits, traveled far and wide, emotionally, and physically (seven countries). I sat with Ayahuasca and other plant medicines, a handful of times, and stuck with the “dieta” in preparation and in integration.
10 Tips for Natural Hot Spring / Tub Etiquette
Jamie was recently tagged in the comments section of a Facebook post highlighting the Mammoth hot springs Article I wrote. In a comment, she brought up that the increase in popularity (likely due to social media #instagramtourism and otherwise) has translated to an increase of trash, broken glass, fights and other disrespectful actions in and around the hot springs, leaving the locals to clean up after them. Not cool. I asked her to write an article on hot tub etiquette so that we are all aware of the best methods to sustain these beautiful pieces of nature for future generations to come. And here we are :)
10 Easy Ways to Travel Gluten-Free
Gluten-free travel can be adventurous, stress-free, and enjoyable with proper preparation. Article was written for Mediaplanet for their Digestive Health and Wellness campaign, available online and in USA Today! Learn about exciting developments in microbiome research, dietary and lifestyle advice for managing digestive diseases and disorders, the importance of patient-provider relationships, and how thought leaders are fighting stigma and raising awareness for digestive health.
Surviving a Road Trip, Gluten Free
Have you been contemplating a Road Trip but are afraid to because you live a Gluten Free lifestyle? Adventure is out there, take a leap of faith and bring your gluten free food with you!