Health & Wellness by Lexa's Journal

My mission in life is to not merely survive, but to thrive: and do so with passion, compassion, humor, and style. – Maya Angelou

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  • A Change in Location: A Change in Mind

    I have lived in Georgia for a little over a year now and have visited more parks than I did in my entire life in the Garden State for over 50 years.  How does that happen? A friend said it best, “A Change in location can equal a change in mind.” -NCH Never did I…

  • Private Thoughts Of A Transitioning Vegan

    Pay attention to the things you are naturally drawn to. They are often drawn to your path, passion, and purpose in life.  Have the courage to follow them. -Ruben Chavez I am at conflict.  Like really feeling some kinda way. Only two weeks into my journey, I promised myself that I would not to turn…

  • Day 5 Of My Vegan Challenge

    It is day five of my personal vegan challenge.   I fear that I will run out of plant-based meals or become bored with my options.  To prevent my fear from coming to fruition, I am fiercely planning meatless meals. In addition to reading online articles about vegan diets, I unpacked Russell Simons, The Happy…

  • In yesterday’s post, I shared a particular moment with my son showing his grandmother a compelling video of the harmful effects of cigarette smoking. Tailor is on a mission to help her win the war against tobacco addiction and, from the back seat,  I am cheering him on. Who am I to tell my son to leave his grandmother…

  • “Grandchildren complete life’s circle of love.”   For the fall semester, my 14-year-old has a freshman health class.  Tailor’s class is learning about the harmful effects of smoking cigarettes.  Nothing is more convincing than graphic images that show the deterioration of the human body. After dinner today he knocked on his grandmom’s bedroom door. “Grandmom, can I…

  • Believe In Fresh Starts And New Beginnings

    Progress is impossible without change, and those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything. – George Bernard Shaw Only two days after arriving in Georgia, I was giddy with excitement. We found ourselves walking around in amazement at Avalon in Alpharetta. Honey child!! I was flippin’ happier than a pig in… Well, you know…