Good question. One I have actually been asked more than once in recent months. The short answer...is pictured to the left. (1)Him
(2)Them
(3)Me
(4)You
Let me explain... "Him". My miracle baby. The one I wasn't supposed to be able to have. The one I pleaded with God for 10 agonizing years for. He makes me better, stronger, smarter, and gives me reason to try harder every single day. I was considered "geriatric" when I found out he was on the way... and already dealing with a lifetime of chronic health issues... I have a huge responsibility to him to take the best care of ME that I possibly can. I also want to demonstrate to him the value of hard work, empathy, and prayerfully instill in him a desire to serve and to help others. He is my "why".
"Them". My amazing husband and beautiful bonus daughters. They came into my life at a really difficult time and brought light and laughter and love, when I needed it most. We have built quite the team over the past decade and experienced incredible growth together. The life we share is nothing short of a blessing and while I am fortunate to be able to stay home with our kiddos, even to homeschool our youngest, I am determined to contribute to my family financially and to be a part of planning and securing our (and their) futures. "Why" #2.
"Me". I do this bc natural wellness and plant based options - quite literally, saved my life. In my mid twenties I found myself on 7 (significant) rX medications and somehow still very sick. I was over medicated, mis diagnosed, and mis treated. I was active and educated in the areas of health and wellness and still could barely function. When I was introduced to essential oils, it opened a whole new realm of possibilities. I began digging in and researching and quickly became my own advocate. I eradicated all 7 rX meds, several mainstream mD's. and set off on a quest to discover what options awaited me in the natural health arena. They worked. Gradually, I began to address root causes, deficiencies, etc. and stopped masking symptoms. I began to feel like a functioning human being again and eventually like my self. I learned to read my body and its struggles and found professionals who actually listened to what I had to say. I began to find true wellness. I believe wholeheartedly in the power of plants, supplements, herbs, oils, and natural remedies and know that I am healthier today than I was 15 years ago. That's my "why" #3.
Lastly - "you". Yes. I am an empath. Yes. I am a "fixer". But it genuinely saddens me at the state of poor health so many people have reached and come to accept as their normal. It disgusts me, how much money is made within the realm of big pharma and how many rX drugs are pushed each and every day - often times with out an ounce of consideration for the root cause or the side effects. I am angry at the mass amount of toxins: known carcinogens, endocrine disruptors, and so much more - that are allowed in our food, water, hygiene products, cleaning supplies, etc. It is gross. Do you know how many people are unaware? How many people blindly trust the FDA and the companies marketing these products to us? TOOOOOOOOOOOO MANY. That is why my "why #4" includes YOU! I desperately want to share info and spark conversation that encourages people to at the bare minimum, QUESTION things. SEEK alternatives. Take baby steps to do better with the products you choose and the way you approach your health and wellness.
And so, Deeply Rooted Mama was born. Thanks for being here. I hope something resonates with you or sparks even the slightest flame of curiosity. I would be honored to chat with you or share stories or even recommend products. Regardless, I pray for health and happiness to find you.
Happy Healing, Tracey
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