Hi Michel! This is not medical advice but as a nurse and fellow autoimmune warrior, I really cannot stress enough how important it is to eat enough. Our bodies are mineral depleted because it takes a lot more vitamins/minerals to support a body that is suffering. If I were you, I’d look into your protein intake as well. Women in their fertile years NEEEEEED more protein and I’d bet nearly everyone eats too little protein. All the best to you on your health journey! ❤️
I wasn’t married, but was with a guy for 10 years and a few months after the breakup my friends and I celebrated with a Breakup Brunch at Disney and we met a cast member who told us about how she celebrates her ex-wedding anniversary and calls it her reversary! I love that name 😂 so on my first reversary I took myself out for a steak dinner 🙌🏻 I hope you continue to show yourself love all your life!
Hey Michel. I would check with your doc on supplements. Mine told me to be careful about magnesium because Im on hydroxychloroquine as well. It can lower the levels of medication in your blood. Not a dr or nurse, but make sure to check with your doctor when taking supplements just in case it affects your lupus meds
OMG, Michel, I had to stop your video at the 6:55 minute mark when you said, "Did a coconut fall on my car?". I almost spit out my hot tea it made me laugh so hard (and that hurt because I've been sick with a bronchial infection for over a week)! Your comedic timing was perfect, even though your conversation was a serious one . . . ME days are needed regularly! P.S., I'm old enough to be your gramma, still learning about myself and loving the journey I'm on. ☺
I love your new bag - I think the strap is what makes it so fun and unique. Thanks for taking us shopping with you. And please take care of yourself - we just want you happy and healthy. ❤
Have you heard of cycle syncing? It's when you sync your monthly cycle with your life. So your workouts change during your cycle (you'd do things like yoga and stretching during your period and things like HIIT when you're ovulating), your caloric intake changes, the amount of sleep needed changes. Literally everything over the course of your monthly cycle changes. If you're on a healthy girl hit right now, I'd highly suggest it. It's super fascinating to learn about it and how it impacts your over-all health.
As my mom told me when I moved to a new city and knew no one- treat yourself, be a big consumer and love yourself because only you can be your biggest cheerleader!
Hey girl, loved this video - keep focusing on you & your health & your mental/wellness needs...it's SO important. You only get 1 body, treat it right. Make sure all those supplements are okay to take with your current meds, check with your doctors to prevent any issues! Keep moving forward & growing in life 🥰🌷💛
I want to talk about Max. He's funny, cute, loyal, lovable,smart. He looked so adorable when he "threw" the sock at the camera. I think he was trying to tell you that it was time to put that thing away and take him on his walk. I'm so happy you have him. He's so freaking adorable.
Michel, be sure that they fully dry the roof cover and interior so you don’t get any mold growth. Hopefully they won’t leave your car out in the rain any further or had a way to put plastic on it.
A type of therapy I really love is brainspotting. It is SO interesting and really helps your brain process things that you haven't processed completely. My therapist already had the certification, but it may be something else to try!
That’s great that you are treating yourself! Just a suggestion, girl unless you’re worried about warranties, don’t go to a dealer. They usually are much more expensive. Although I get that you may not know any mechanics there, they are usually much more affordable, as long as they can get the parts you need, but that was just a window fix it seemed. Just something I have discovered. It was going to be $900 to get something fixed on my car at a dealer, but it was $300 at a mechanics.
I love the clips of MAX! Since you’ve been including him more I can really start to see his personality! How fun it must be to have him! How did Jordy feel about you celebrating your old wedding anniversary?
Just filed and my ME day next year once divorced will be my exes birthday and would’ve been my 25th wedding anniversary 😢. I will treat myself and think of you and your helping me get past this season ❤❤
I celebrated our separation day a week ago. Not sure if that was good or not. But the wedding anniversary is in a couple of weeks so I totally understand wanting to celebrate not being in a toxic environment any longer and just making it out of that darkness an entire year with the help of Jesus!
Just a few minutes in but have to say - I tried Typology during VlogMas and love, love, love their products so much! Ordered more things that came in last week and I love those too. As I run out of things, I plan to replace EVERYTHING with Typology. Yessss ma'am! I got the free scrub too and it's unlike any other exfoliating product that I've tried. 🎉❤
I love your video's so much!!!! You honestly are so amazing, your journey has been hard but you push through and it really helps a lot for people who are also going through this. Love you so much ❤️ 💗
Girl! Yes! So excited for you and your interest in supplements and traditional Chinese medicine! Honestly I think you should also look into cutting out seed oils from your diet, they are super irritating to your gut... unfortunately oat milk has canola oil in it (they will call it rapeseed oil on the label)
Hi Michel! This is not medical advise either but as I walkthrough my own autoimmune condition and I’m here in Texas wanted to share some things I’ve learned and learning. Look into a book called adrenal fatigue. Look up functional wellness doctor Doctor Gabria in WIMBERLEY, Texas she focuses on women’s health, hormones balance, gut health and autoimmune issues. Also recommend the book The Body Keeps The Score for anyone that experienced any type of Trauma. Oh and one more trauma therapist in Austin Therapy by Aime it’s virtual appointments only, but life changing. So happy you are celebrating yourself. So proud of you.
For the water filter for your shower, I want to get an anespa. It ionizes your water and it's like having a hot spring at home when you shower 🚿 I am biased because I'm an independent distributor for the company but have looked into quite a few options and none compares in my opinion
Glad you had such a great day 😊 IK you've mentioned before you makeup routine but wondering what the concealer you use is? 💙💙💙 the bag strap & all and the shot of the birds you got at sunset. So gorgeous!! Seeing the birds flying like this always brings me joy & grounds me so TFS!
I was iffy about the straps in that purse but it actually made your outfit pop! Getting a black strap is not a bad idea though, neutral colors are a must in every wardrobe in my opinion.
Our brain is an amazing tool when it comes to any form of trauma our brain will close down to protect us till we’re ready to heal from it . I found meditation is amazing
Weird I can’t leave a comment, heyyyyy Michel, your make up skills have improved! You looking fire flames! Treating yourself is righttttt getttt ittttt
I’m not sure celebrating dates that were important to an ex that hurt you is a good idea. I agree with being appreciative to not be in a horrible relationship. It’s just another day, hopefully you will be able to forget it’s former importance.
I have been having some health problems and recently got diagnosed with something similar to what you have. I’m a big sweets person too and was overwhelmed about changing my diet but love the idea of GF donuts! I have found some bakeries that sell them in my city and I’m excited to try soon! Also speaking as someone in their twenties with very little community, thank you for your videos. You make me feel less alone and it’s almost like I get to FaceTime a friend when I watch your videos 🫶🏻
Is it an American thing to call ‘watching surfers’ “watching surf?” Where I come from, the surf is the waves/water itself. Like watching the surf is to watch the waves, not the people surfing. It feels like Michel may be using the term wrong, unless it’s just a country difference. This is not meant as hate or to be backhanded! but I’d want someone to correct me if I kept using a phrase wrong ❤
I too have been dealing with anxiety and have cut off caffeine which has helped some. Still working to fully get rid of it and would love to know which podcasts you listen to that you mentioned? Hoping your anxiety continues to gets better too 💗
I used to have a chiropractor that did muscle testing every month in addition to test foods she tested hormones, viruses, fungus etc and the she gave supplements to help you through either detoxing, adrenal support, diet for fungus if you had one and had been eating too much sugars and then for viruses it was support of supplements that helped clear the viruses etc. I felt so much better and yes I did what you describe for therapy. I think mine was EMDR but I only did an hour every week which was not enough time at once and I couldn’t afford to continue to go weekly plus I couldn’t miss that much work. She only got to age 6 and nothing from my childhood still bothers me. What I needed her to focus on was more recent things and it was going to take months, porkbably years and thousands of dollars and I couldn’t commit to that so I had to stop. She was also a Christian but she could have done other things but she refused and made my sessions basically pointless. It was so frustrating.
Oh, I LOVE the pieces of pottery that you and she did. They are stunning. I so want to do something like that! I love the speckled ones that you showed before going to the back. So beautiful. I am so glad you reclaimed your ex anniversary and made something so hurtful into a positive. You've come so far!
Almost everyone needs, *A ME DAY* I know I do and should have thought of that 15 years ago! 🤣 It’s never to late! 😊 Love the pottery that you made Michel! I bet you can’t wait to use each and every hand made piece! Have a great weekend! ❤️ EDIT:
Love the health stuff! A good naturopathic doctor (ND) can be super helpful in guiding supplementation and even running tests to see what may be imbalanced
Michel, I wish the 22 ish year old me, would have been as wise as you are. I am 50, as my grand son say 50 1/2 years young, and I just started allowing myself to be creative with my health, exercise, crafting, etc… i so have to try this muscle therapy. I have been very open minded when it comes to all things Robin. Even with my spiritual views. I like to call myself a Christian Buddhist. I didn’t realize there was such a thing, however, there is. This mindset has created a whole New World for me. Thank you for being you!! Love you friend!!! ❤
Hey Michel! It’s okay to film while you’re shopping! I know you said your videos are already product heavy, but that’s your job! I personally do not mind your sponsored posts + showing more products. Because we all have to do our jobs to survive in this world! Keep doing you! 💛 Love from SATX
one of my favorites from this video was Jordy asking you to tell him about your me day 🥹 my husband does this every now and then when he knows I feel the extra positivity and I love it!!
I enjoy when you try things that you're a bit more skeptical about. It's real and relatable as I feel I do similarly as long as there's not crazy adverse effects
Michel, I just wanted to say that your skin is just absolutely glowing. I am so excited for your new found interest in wanting to dive into your wellness journey (I am almost there post divorce but not quite yet) and we cannot wait to hear all about it. Sending you love
You’ll get there! Last year, I had to spend the entire day of my wedding anniversary with my ex-husband and I survived and in many ways it helped me get over the last bump to move on and be free!
Hi Michel, I love you and your podcast! I have been taking the seed thanks to you! Should I get the AG or does the Seed doe the same? Let me know what you think. Thanks Tishe
Hello Michel, I have done this muscle test (kinesiology) therapy 2 times. I am as skeptical as you on the other hand I believe that our body has memory and can hold a lot in itself. Just imagine how we act after f.e. we cut our finger and it's not healed yet, there's always a bit of fear to cut, to use a knife again and we protect this finger while doing so (not just because of the pain) and it takes time till we get back to "normal" functioning. That makes me believe that.
Hi Michel, you should try somatic therapy. It’s similar to what you did, except shorter for an hour where you let your body dictate what comes up. You close your eyes and see where there is tension and let that body part intensify and then next thing you know things come up that you didn’t realize you were holding onto. And then you let go of whatever has been in that area. It seems weird, but is transformative in how you start processing things.
Thank you for the Typology code…I’ve ordered two lip oils and a blush balm as well. Watching you do the pottery makes me want to have a go. My car is in for some work at the moment as well…painful to part with the money but, safety first 💖
Hi, thank you for posting another vlog, they are like a breath of fresh air! anyways, by any chance do you know where the curtains in the living room are from? or the color? they're gorgeous
I think everyone who has autoimmune issues have a supplement corner. Mine is a tray. LOL We do anything for our health. Trial and error and you'll find what works for you but it is a JOURNEY. ❤
Super interesting seeing all your supplement products. Would love to see a whole video dedicated to your fave wellness products / routine / what your “me days”/“self-care” days look like!
Love the bag strap, also if you want to switch it out you can find a ton of the same type on Etsy. I have a black bag and a yellow/sunflower strap and a yellow wallet. I figure if I am not feeling sunshiny at least my bag will be! Lol. Also you must be sad to be ending the time in Oceanside with Jordy. I am sure that is hard but it’ll be okay. Going home to Texas and gettting that new apartment all set up and in a routine again will be good for your mental and physical health. Also I think Max wants your attention lol. Cute with the socks!!! Take care. I’ll see you in your next video lol
Love your vlogs Michel! And yes look for another strap! There are a bunch on Amazon and Etsy! Look up pictures straps or guitar straps for bags...etc 😉
Honestly LOVE thus concept and I might adopt something similar. Also, so what about the consumerism thing…you like pretty things and materials and new experiences and quality and it’s all allowed. You’re not a shallow person so there nothing wrong with it 💪🏻❤
I can relate about going down the supplement rabbit hole lol. Yet most practitioners I follow suggest getting your blood tested. You can do this with a functional medicine dr and they can recommend supplements if you are deficient
Ayurvedic practice is SOOO intriguing to me. I worked in a Chiropractic office for 14 years and I have always been interested in wholistic health. I use essential oils to support physical and emotional well being. I have a double lazy Susan filled with supplements. I take Seed, equilibria, turmeric, ginger, ALA, Omegas, collagen and whole food supplements… 😁 Congratulations on your health journey. 😊💕🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Brain fog is really common with anxiety and panic disorders! You've also went through relationship traumas and your brain may still be recovering from having to block out traumatic memories. Time will heal, just keep up with the positive thinking, experiences and therapy!
I wish you didn't feel like you have to explain/defend/justify your shopping habits! You can spend as much or as little as you want - it's your life and your money 💚. Ignore those who pass judgment!
Love your vids 😊. I think I’m going to adapt your “Me day” 😊. Who’s the composer of the song at the end of the video? I’ve been trying g to find it, thank you
Update: My divorce went through May 1st after 24 years. August 27th will be my me day as it would’ve been my 25th anniversary. I’m planning on taking a mini cruise to Rotterdam ❤❤❤
I have been divorced for just under 30 yrs & still remember by ex wedding anniversary every year. It always makes me feel like a loser but I know in my head it wasn’t my fault!! Maybe I should do a me day on that day!!
