I typically don't carry a Hydro Flask for water! I did it today!

For years, we were told to fear fat and embrace “low-fat” everything. But the real culprit behind inflammation, weight gain, and constant cravings isn’t fat—it’s sugar and refined carbs. Sugar spikes your blood glucose, triggers insulin, and inflammation. This constant internal “fire” is linked to nerve damage, diabetes, weight gain, brain fog, and fatigue. Healthy fats, on the other hand, are stabilizers. They: ✅ Steady blood sugar and insulin levels ✅ Keep you fuller longer, reducing cravings ✅ Calm inflammation at the root ✅ Support brain and nerve health ✨ Practical Step: Add a source of healthy fat to each meal—like avocado, olive oil, coconut oil, nuts, seeds, or grass-fed butter—and reduce sugary, refined carbs. This simple swap can completely change how your body feels and functions. This is why the YES “DO” LIST appears so restrictive. 🔥 When you stop feeding the fire with sugar and start fueling with real fat, your energy stabilizes, your cravings quiet down, and your body can finally heal. Where are you getting your fat from? 🫶🏾 Shun

Heyyyy everyone 👋🏾 I’m starting the 7-Minute Challenge, and I’d love for you to join me! Here’s how it works: 👉🏾 Choose one thing you want to give up or one healthy habit you want to pick up for the next 7 days. 👉🏾 I’ll call you every day for 7 days for a quick 7-minute check-in to help you stay focused, supported, and accountable. 👉🏾 These daily calls are about connection, consistency, and small wins that build momentum. This isn’t about being perfect—it’s about showing up, one intentional choice at a time. ✋🏾 Drop your name in the comments if you want to join me for this 7-day journey. Let’s make these next 7 days count—together 💪🏾✨

When I think about Soul Food, I can’t help but remember Big Mama. She wasn’t just the heart of the family, she was also diabetic, suffered a stroke, and eventually passed away. That moment when she burned her arm while cooking felt so real, because many of us have witnessed our loved ones quietly battling health issues while still trying to hold everything together. I’ve always appreciated Tracy Edmonds for having the courage to bring those realities to the screen. It wasn’t just a story—it was a mirror. So I want to ask you: 👉🏾 Can you recall a time when a movie you watched made you stop and really think about health in our communities? 👉🏾 How did it hit you? Stories like these stay with us because they touch truth. I’d love to hear what scenes or films have stuck with you.

I’ve evaluated my new normal routine and I’ve noticed that I am a cutter. I know that long-lasting change works better for me when I take it one step at a time. Instead of going cold turkey, I’m intentionally cutting my sugar down to 30–50g a day. This lets me stay consistent, avoid the extreme cravings and ‘rebound’ moments, and build a habit I can stick with for the long run. For me, slower and steadier progress means I can actually enjoy the process while still moving toward my health goals.”