Welcome to My Manifesto!
Hi, and welcome to the Full Bloom Wellness blog!
This is where I’ll share some of my thoughts, educational information, and expand on some podcast topics. I thought I’d kick things off with a little bit about me, and my beliefs…
I BELIEVE THAT:
now is the perfect time to start
all women should be empowered to learn and know about their body
informed consent is non-negotiable
all people have the right to choose, and have that choice respected. Period.
all beings deserve to be happy, healthy and loved
we live in a culture/society that does not value the lived experiences and lives of women, Black, Indigenous People of Color, or LGBTQ+ people
trans women are “real” women, and deserve respect and love
that it is my duty as a person in the healthcare field to fight for equality and respect for people marginalized by the healthcare system
our institutions (healthcare, industrial, political, economic) are built on oppressive ideals that were established by wealthy white men, with the goal of oppressing women, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ folx
struggle leads to freedom, and that trauma can be liberating
we can discuss differences in opinions with compassion, respect, and dignity
a person’s perception is their reality, and my opinions and experiences cannot always change that
happiness isn’t just “an inside job” - we need a healthy and supportive environment to thrive
understanding starts with good communication
good communication starts with speaking openly and flourishes with active listening
there is nothing more powerful than a person who is aligned in mind, body, and spirit
we are all works in progress, and should help each other along the journey
healing is not linear, nor is it compartmentalized… holistic healing involves mind, body, and spirit
the path through healing (and life!) may surprise you, and will likely frustrate you
when you are still and listen, you will align with your true purpose
everyone has a right to body autonomy
it is my job to inform and educate people in my area of expertise
it is your job to choose your best option, unapologetically
I can change this world and leave it better than I found it. I expect the same from everyone
we can no longer wait for others to do the work for us
our “be the change” t-shirts should be stained with blood, sweat, and tears
change is an action
our bodies are our best friends, and just want us to be happy and healthy
empathy is a superpower, and must be handled with care
it is time to dismantle the toxic diet culture that harms people for profit
I WANT YOU TO BELIEVE THAT:
you are normal
you are worthy of taking up space
you understand your body
you have the knowledge to make your own choices
you are whole, healthy and loved
there is a way through this (yes, you must go THROUGH)
there is a problem with the current state of perinatal healthcare - and there are solutions
you are strong and capable
change is hard, but necessary, and you are in control of it
that your voice, your perspectives, your opinions, are vital to the world
you are beautiful, right now, as you are