​You or someone you know may drink tea or coffee to help wake up in the morning or get over the afternoon slump at work. You may have heard they also help trigger a bowel movement when constipated. But have you heard that coffee and tea make you dehydrated?

​Caffeine occurs in nature in coffee beans, cocoa seeds, kola nuts, and in some tea leaves. It stimulates our nervous system, boosting alertness and energy. Caffeine also makes our muscles more ready to do work. That's why coffee and some teas, as well as some sports drinks and sodas, stimulate a bowel movement.

But did you know that caffeine is also a mild diuretic? That means it causes more water to leave your body through your urine. Research shows that it takes at least 400 mg of caffeine to make that happen. So, if you don’t have any health issues, having 3 cups of coffee within the same day counts toward your water intake. Any more than that, and the caffeine will make you lose more water when you pee, dehydrating you. What is a caffeine lover supposed to do?

Drink more water. The average man should drink 100 ounces of water a day and the average woman 73 ounces a day. So you may want to drink more water if your daily caffeine intake is more than:
3 cups (24 ounces) of brewed coffee
4 cups (32 ounces) of black tea
8 cups (64 ounces of green tea
7 cans (84 ounces) of soda

Bottomline: Just remember to stay hydrated for a healthy and happy you. Work with My Wealth in Health for health & wellness coaching to balance your caffeine and water intake. 


References:

• https://www.dietaryguidelines.gov/sites/default/files/2020-12/Dietary_Guidelines_for_Americans_2020-2025.pdf
• https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/caffeine/art-20049372
• https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/13/9/2918
• https://medlineplus.gov/caffeine.html

Sometimes, when we are very sick, fatigued, or grieving, it can be easy to forget about the many self-care tools we have on hand. That's because a stressed mind is more prone to forgetfulness as well as reduced critical thinking and problem solving. To help you remember your self-care tools in the midst of upset, worry, and despair, take inventory of your self-care toolkit.

​Take a look at the types of self-care you can do on a regular basis and those you can quickly reach for at a moment's notice. If there's a self-care method that requires supplies (teas, essential oils, medication, batteries, etc.), double check that you have enough so that you are prepared for unforeseen stressors.

To help you take stock of your self-care tools, check out my Self-Care Toolkit Inventory chart provided here:

Can't get a large rose quartz on short notice? You can wear a pendant or bracelet made with rose quartz or gift it to a family member. Another option is to keep a small tumbled rose quartz in your pocket.

For more crystal tips like these and to learn more about rose quartz, sign up for one of our online and in-person crystal classes. to learn more, visit https://www.mywealthinhealth.com/crystal-healing-classes.html .

Check out this NEW self-care podcast interview I did with Lucy Byrd Hope of Wholism! Available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

There may be parts of your authentic self that are yet to be discovered. That is because you have not had the experiences that will reveal those parts to you. Repeating the same life day-in-day-out robs you of the chance to have those experiences. So, don't wait on them to come to you. You can go to them.

​Living in a state of chaos can shape our definitions of survival, purpose, and love. For some, doing everything possible to cut out chaos is how we show love.
 
Shirzad Chamine, the author of “Positive Intelligence”, explained that growing up in chaos and unhappiness can drive a person to always want to do everything well. Fixing problems, making other people’s lives easier, and making people happy will make you happy. The concern with that idea is you cannot control what makes other people happy and to what extent. You may spend time doing a lot for other people that does not make them happy, which then makes you unhappy.

Check out this podcast interview I did with Rhumel and Twanda of "Girrrl... Can I Ask You Something?" It's all about angels and the roles they play in helping us in our lives.

For angel intuition services, visit www.theearthangelpath.com .

To learn more about angels and how to connect with them, click here to join the next With the Help of Angels workshop.

For general questions or concerns, call or text me at (919) 937-2512.

For more podcast episodes from Girrrl... Can I Ask You Something?, visit https://girrrlpodcast.com .

Have you ever thought of someone, and that someone then call you 2 minutes later? That is not a coincidence. That is life force energy at work.

We are surrounded by life force energy. We are also made up of life force energy. It exists even in the vacuum of space. There are no energy-free spaces in the universe. Because of this, we can use life force energy to have an effect on another person across distances. Think of life force energy as a pond. Disturbing the surface of the water at one end of the pond creates a ripple that spreads out across to the other end. The same thing happens with life force energy. That person who called you right after you thought of them responded to the ripple you sent through the life force energy around us. You created the ripple when you thought of them.

Living our authentic self means honoring all parts of who we are. That includes our thoughts, feelings, and emotions. They allow the soul to express itself in this world. We tend to bury our thoughts, feelings, and emotions to please our family, friends, and society. We do not express happiness so that others don’t get jealous. We do not show sadness so that we don’t seem ungrateful. We hide our grief so that we don’t worsen someone else’s grief. We cover up our anger so that others don’t feel unsafe. By doing these things, we also bury who we truly are, the authentic self.  ​

A big part of our mental well-being is feeling of value to the world. Our authentic self wants to live life with purpose that makes a positive impact on others. One way to do that is by volunteering.

There are so many needs in a community that can be met with just an extra pair of hands. From walking dogs at an animal shelter to mowing the grass of a disabled homeowner, there are many opportunities for making a meaningful difference in the lives of others. Even using 5 minutes a week to take the trash out to the curb for pickup would mean so much to an elderly neighbor who struggles to lift small objects.