Reconciling Anxiety and Faith: Finding Peace in God.

by By Paula Rose Parish

Anxiety manifests as excessive worry, nervousness about various aspects of life, and an overall uneasiness about the future.

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My Essential Guide To Heart Health

by By Paula Rose Parish

Without a healthy heart, we cannot prevent disease. In my wellness practice, I encounter women who do not know how to care for their hearts to prevent disease. In this article, I share my Essential Guide To Heart Health. Here, I share a few simple facts that will inform you about your most precious organ.

The heart is an important part of the circulatory system, and it’s responsible for pumping blood and oxygen throughout the entire body.

Take a moment to get in tune with your heart by placing two fingers against your neck just below your jawline. You can also try placing two fingers on your wrist, just below the base of the thumb. That bump bump feeling is your heart in action. It’s working hard to keep you alive and supply blood and oxygen to all the necessary areas in the body.

You can tell a lot from a heartbeat, including:

  • The beating of a human heart can indicate if a person is healthy or not.
  • It can also tell if you’ve recently exercised, experienced something alarming, or spotted a romantic interest across the room.
  • The heart can even be used to detect lies, because the heart begins to beat faster when a person feels stressed or uncomfortable.

The heart is an incredible organ that works hard every day. The adult heart beats between 86,000 and 144,000 times each day.** Children tend to have a faster pulse than adults which means their hearts tend to beat between 100,000 and 158,000 times a day?—?amazing!

A healthy heart is exceedingly beneficial to the human body, but an unhealthy heart can cause numerous health issues. In fact, in most western countries, heart disease is the leading cause of death for men, women, and people of most racial and ethnic groups in the United States.

Some people are born with heart conditions, while others develop them over time. For some, heart issues are an unavoidable reality. For many others, the risk of heart disease can be significantly lowered with a healthy lifestyle.

A Closer Look at the Human Heart

The human heart serves an essential function in the body, but what is it and how does it work? What is unique about the heart and why is it so important to maintain a healthy heart? This section will give you a better understanding of the marvel that is the human heart.

What is the Heart?

The human heart is a muscular organ in the circulatory system that supplies oxygen and nutrients (in the blood) to tissues in the body. It is also responsible for removing carbon dioxides and other waste as it circulates in and out of the heart.

The heart rests at the centre of the body, slightly left of the centre. The adult human heart weighs between 8 and 12 ounces. Men’s hearts tend to weigh a bit more than women’s.

Parts of the Heart

The human heart has four chambers:

  • Right ventricle
  • Left ventricle
  • Right atrium
  • Left atrium

The bottom chambers: The right and left ventricles are responsible for pumping blood out of the heart. The right ventricle receives blood from the right atrium and then sends it to the lungs, which can be filled with oxygen. The left ventricle, the strongest chamber in the heart, pumps the oxygen-rich blood back into the body.

The top chambers: The right and left atrium are responsible for receiving blood entering the heart. The right atrium receives blood from the veins and then sends it on to the right ventricle. The left atrium receives oxygenated blood from the lungs and passes it on to the left ventricle.

What is Blood Pressure?

Blood pressure refers to the force used to pump blood and oxygen throughout the body. The heart creates this force.

When a doctor or nurse measures blood pressure, they’re checking to see how much force is used to circulate the blood through the body. Naturally, if your heart is beating faster your blood pressure may also rise, but there are other factors that lead to high blood pressure like smoking, stress, or lack of physical activity.

An unusually high or low blood pressure may indicate a problem in the circulatory system.

Fun Facts About the Heart

  • The average heart is the size of an adult fist.
  • The heart pumps around 2,000 gallons of blood each day.
  • The heart can continue to beat even when it’s disconnected from the body.
  • There are around 60,000 miles worth of blood vessels in the body.
  • Women have slightly faster heart rates than men on average.
  • Every cell in the human body gets blood from the heart except the cornea.
  • Heart cancer is extremely rare?—?heart cells stop dividing early in life.
  • New borns have the fastest heart rate, and it can be as high as 300 beats per minute.
  • Despite popular opinion, your heart doesn’t stop beating when you sneeze.

Common Heart Conditions

There are many types of heart disease and heart conditions, but here we will be discussing some of the most common ones.

Here’s a quick look at common heart conditions:

  • Coronary heart disease
  • Angina
  • Heart attack
  • Heart failure
  • Arrhythmia
  • Valve disease
  • High blood pressure
  • Congenital heart defects
  • Inherited heart conditions
  • Sudden cardiac arrest
  • High cholesterol
  • Heart murmur

How to Care For Your Heart

Some of the things mentioned in the section above are products of genetics or circumstances, meaning there are outside controlling factors that couldn’t have been prevented. For many other heart conditions, lifestyle plays a large part in keeping the heart healthy.

Though lifestyle changes can’t 100% protect you from developing a heart condition, experts believe that they can significantly reduce the risk.

Here are some of the significant ways that doctors, scientists, and heart specialists recommend keeping the heart healthy- follow these important steps:

  • Start a heart-healthy diet.
  • Maintain a healthy weight.
  • Lower your cholesterol.
  • Maintain blood pressure within a healthy range.
  • Get more exercise.
  • Avoid using tobacco.
  • Limit alcohol consumption.
  • Lower stress.
  • Use preventative care and take prescribed medicine.

Virtual Hugs, and Remember to Live Life on Purpose because Your Wellness Matters!

 Hello, I’m Paula; I can help you enhance and maintain your health and well-being for a healthier and happier You.

I advocate Holistic living, which is not just about the practice of therapeutic interventions; it’s also about living life authentically—it’s about living Your Best Life!

In my blogs and videos, I share how to approach daily living ‘holistically’ for the healing, health, and wellness of Mind, Body, and Personal Development to be a healthier and happier You.

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Remember, live life with intention because your wellness matters. Paula Rose Parish is a life member of (ISFP) The International Society of Female Professionals. And also earned qualifications in pastoral counselling and theology, a Master of Arts in counselling in professional development, and a BACP in life coaching. Paula Rose is currently working on her health and nutrition certification.

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Simple Wellness Self Reflection & Affirmations

by By Paula Rose Parish

Wellness Self-reflection is the process of consciously examining one’s thoughts, behaviours, emotions, and experiences to gain deeper insight into oneself.

It involves looking inward to evaluate one’s actions, decisions, and motivations in order to understand why one thinks or behaves in certain ways and how one can improve or grow.

This practice is often used for personal development, emotional growth, and decision-making, as it helps individuals make sense of their experiences and align their actions with their values and goals.

Key Aspects of Self-Reflection:

  1. Awareness: Self-reflection requires understanding of your internal processes, like emotions, beliefs, and thought patterns.
  2. Evaluation involves assessing the effectiveness of your actions, behaviours, or choices and determining whether they are serving you well or need adjustment.
  3. Growth: The ultimate goal of self-reflection is personal growth, as it helps identify areas for improvement, foster better decision-making, and lead to positive change

Benefits of Self-Reflection:

  • Improved Emotional Intelligence: It helps you understand and manage your emotions and empathise with others.
  • Better Decision-Making: Reflecting on past experiences helps refine your future choices by learning from mistakes and successes.
  • Increased Self-Awareness: It cultivates deeper knowledge of your strengths, weaknesses, and personal values.
  • Stress Reduction: Self-reflection can provide clarity and reduce stress by helping you understand and process challenging experiences.

Common methods of wellness self-reflection include journaling, meditation, or simply setting aside quiet time to think. Regular practice can lead to a more mindful and intentional approach to life.

Say these daily, and believe them- for your mind to change and be more optimistic!

I am in awe of my body and how it looks after me.

I understand that my body is responsible for incredible processes and should be respected.

I ensure I look after my mental well-being. I remind myself of how important I am to the world.

I tell myself I deserve to be happy and celebrate my life and everyone in it.

I think positively, creating moments of happiness and reminding myself what I am grateful for.

I exist in the present moment.

I take care of my physical health. When I go for a run, I can feel my body working.

I know I have to respect my body.

I eat healthy foods and enjoy learning to cook.

I turn cooking into a social activity and encourage others to be healthy.

I am privileged to be part of a healthy community.

I take time to laugh and to see the joy in life.

I remind myself to look at the beauty and the intricacies of the world around me.

I find joy in every moment I spend in nature.

I am thankful I am part of this world.

Today, I appreciate the incredible journey my body is constantly making.

I look after my mental and physical well-being and celebrate my body and the fantastic miracles it performs.

Wellness Self-Reflection Questions:

  1. Am I eating healthily and looking after my body?
  2. Am I looking after my mental well-being?
  3. Am I smiling and laughing and enjoying the world around me?

Wellness is a holistic journey that nurtures your mind, body, and spirit. Self-reflection and affirmation are powerful practices that can help you stay connected with yourself, overcome challenges, and cultivate a positive mindset.

Regularly engaging in wellness, self-reflection can empower you to live a more intentional, balanced, and fulfilling life. So, start today by setting aside time for self-reflection and creating affirmations that resonate with you.

Remember, the journey to wellness begins within YOU!

I hope these strategies are helpful to you.

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We lose 50% of our body's Collagen by Age 60

Why We All Need Collagen for Good Health

by By Paula Rose Parish

We all need collagen in our diet. Collagen is a term you might have heard used by beauty companies. Maybe you have seen it written on a bottle of wellness supplements. Collagen is one of the better-known substances in the human body. And it’s one of the most abundant proteins you have. For over 20 years, I have used collagen topically and in supplement form.


Collagen isn’t just the substance that determines whether your skin will continue looking youthful and fresh for as long as possible – it’s also the main component of the connective tissues making up various parts of your body.

Without collagen, you wouldn’t have your ligaments, skin, muscles, and tendons.

Here’s your guide to collagen and why it’s so important for good health.

What is Collagen? An Introduction


Collagen is your body’s most abundant protein, responsible for forming critical tissues in your body and performing various functions (like strengthening your bones).

Scientists know of a total of 28 types of collagen. The most common four are:

  • Type I: The collagen found in all connective tissues
  • Type II: The collagen found in intervertebral discs and joints
  • Type III: The main component of reticular fibres found in your skin and blood
  • Type IV: The component in your kidneys, eye lens, and inner ear

The collagen naturally produced in your body begins to break down. And it becomes harder for your body to produce more. You can improve your collagen levels by getting more of the substance’s collagen needs to form into your diet.

For your body to produce collagen, you need a host of essential nutrients, including…

  • Proline (found in cabbage and dairy),
  • Glycine (found in gelatine),
  • Vitamin C (found in citrus fruits),
  • Zinc (found in chickpeas and nuts),
  • Copper (found in cashews and lentils).

    Collagen supplements, available in various powders and pills, can also replenish your collagen levels.

What Are the Benefits of Collagen Supplements?

As you get older, your natural levels of collagen begin to drop. This is when you may consider taking collagen supplements.

Collagen is an essential component of many critical parts of your body, and it is essential to maintaining good health. Taking supplements can help you avoid a range of issues.

Some of the benefits of supplementation with collagen include:

Improved Skin Health

Collagen is an essential part of healthy skin, so it makes sense that collagen supplementation would improve skin health.

Studies show that collagen peptides and supplements can help slow the skin’s ageing and even improve its elasticity. Collagen can also help keep your body hydrated and may even stimulate the skin to produce collagen on its own.

Stronger Bones

As we age, our bones naturally become more brittle and less dense. They break more quickly and take a lot longer to heal.

Studies show a daily collagen supplement could be a valuable tool in making your bones denser and slowing some dangerous parts of the ageing process. Collagen supplements could also be helpful in assisting with the development of new bones.

Thicker Hair

Aside from making your skin healthier, collagen supplements could also help improve hair health. Women and men often experience hair thinning and even baldness as they age.

However, collagen may help to improve the health of the scalp and boost the strength of your hair. This could mean you’re less likely to experience hair loss.

Reduced Joint Pain

Collagen forms an important part of the substances between your joints (cartilage). As you age and your collagen levels decrease, your risk of degenerative diseases like osteoarthritis increases.

Some studies indicate collagen supplements may be useful for helping to minimise joint pain.

Researchers also believe collagen supplements may also accumulate in cartilage and stimulate the production of new collagen.

Healthier Nails
Investing in collagen supplements could be a good idea if your nails tend to break easily. Collagen helps form the substances that make up your nails and hair, so taking supplements could help create stronger nails.

Improved Muscle Mass

Collagen, the most abundant protein in the body, is crucial for building skeletal muscle. Some studies suggest collagen supplements may be effective in boosting muscle mass in people with muscle loss issues. This important mineral can help promote the synthesis of various other muscle proteins and stimulate muscle growth.

Better Heart Health
Researchers believe collagen supplements may be valuable for reducing the risk of heart conditions. This is because collagen helps to provide structure to your arteries.

Without enough collagen, arteries may become less flexible, which could lead to a higher risk of atherosclerosis.

There’s no arguing with the fact that collagen is one of the most important substances in your body. If you’re concerned that you don’t have enough of this essential protein as you’re getting older. Try taking a collagen supplement because it could be a helpful strategy as you age.

Just remember to talk to your doctor before you start supplementation.

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#9 Reflections for the Golden Years

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Isaiah 46:4 And I will still be carrying you when you are old. Your hair will turn grey, and I will still carry you. Saith the Lord, I made you, and I will carry you to safety.

We all know that at any age, there can be times when we seem to have a variety of aches and pains, which prompt us to think that a personal MOT might be timely! The fact of having a few chronic health issues doesn’t stop the majority of our ‘good bits’ from functioning really well. Indeed, people often speak of the compensation one gets for the loss of a sense. So, it is important to focus on the areas where all is still well.

As we age, we have a challenge in continuing to do those things we have always been able to handle as well as possible. We may not be as swift in our movements as before, but does that really matter? Younger people can be impetuous and, as in driving, go unnecessarily fast.

But as we age, to remain healthy in mind and body, we should calmly adjust to the speed to suit our mind and body (plus the rules of the road). It’s important to realize that we should never feel guilty by slowing down and doing things differently. I have a friend who ended up with a massive heart attack and was diagnosed due to stress because she refused to slow down as she was approaching her 70s.

Slowing down does not mean giving up, although many interpret it that way. Slowing down means being wise, listening to one’s body and mind and not pushing ourselves to exhaustion. God wants us to enjoy each day. God wants us to smell the roses, as they say, and enjoy the sky and the flowers. All there is to see and appreciate as we move through our day. If you had a beloved pet who became a part of the family but has now grown old, you would notice that he slows to his own speed, and you accept that with understanding and offer him comfort.


The old family pet drops some of his youthful tricks, finds himself a place in the sun, and does not fret about his new situation. It doesn’t preoccupy or cause him to wonder what other pets will think of their changed routine. How wise!

Of course, we also need to find the appropriate ‘place in the sun’ for ourselves as we age. A comfortable chair is a special gift to oneself. But a comfortable frame of mind is a ‘freebie’ that is even more rewarding.

However, Watching out for any sign of disinterest in people and exaggerated self-pity is essential. Regrets about past actions must be left behind with the realization that there is no change. You had ups and downs.

Today is the first day of the rest of your life. Like your pet, find activities you are comfortable with. Some may still climb up the nearest mountain. Others prefer to sit on the bank of the stream with their toes in the water. Choice, freedom and responsibility are blessings from God. Learn to practice contemplative prayer, go on retreats, be still and know that God is with you and IN you.

The golden years can be happy days of growth and creativity. It’s up to you!
Ruth 4:15: He will renew your life and sustain you in your old age.

 Love & Grace

Paula Rose Parish IHS

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