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Strength In Self You don’t need a harder plan. You need a steadier one.
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Strength In Self helps men & women build sustainable health through nutrition, habits, stress support, and grace.

"I could have been one of those women..." Today is World Thrombosis Day, and as a pulmonary embolism survivor, this day ...
10/13/2026

"I could have been one of those women..."

Today is World Thrombosis Day, and as a pulmonary embolism survivor, this day is deeply personal

In 2012 - 2 weeks after giving birth to my son, I experienced two pulmonary embolisms - blood clots that block blood flow in the lungs

- Pulmonary embolisms are one of the leading causes of pregnancy-related death in the United States -

In 25% of people with clots, the first symptom is DEATH

Pregnancy increases the risk of blood clots x 5. That increased risk doesn’t end when the baby arrives—it continues for up to three months after

There are women who lose their lives during a time when they are preparing for life with their babies

"That could have been me..."

My son could have grown up without his mother. I could have missed the everyday moments, the milestones, and the life we’ve shared these past 14 years

That is a difficult reality to put into words. But it’s why I need to share this today

Behind every maternal mortality statistic is a woman. A family. A future that should have included her.

Please know the warning signs of a pulmonary embolism:

🚩 Sudden or unexplained shortness of breath
🚩 Chest pain, especially when breathing deeply
🚩 A rapid or irregular heartbeat
🚩 Coughing up blood
🚩 Lightheadedness or fainting

🚨If you suspect a pulmonary embolism, call 911. Don’t wait! 🚨

Swelling, pain, warmth, or redness in one leg or arm can also indicate a blood clot and needs prompt medical attention.

If you’re pregnant or recently gave birth, talk with your healthcare team about your clot risk—especially if you have a personal or family history of blood clots.

At Strength In Self, advocating for your health matters. Ask questions. Speak up about symptoms. You deserve to be heard and evaluated.

Today, I’m grateful that I get to share my story

And I’m remembering the women who are no longer with their children or family

Share this with someone who is pregnant, recently had a baby, or loves someone who has. Awareness can help save a life

❤️ Laura K. | Strength In Self
Pulmonary embolism survivor

Out at the Harleysville Fall Festival with Harleysville Market !! For the rest of fall through Thanksgiving we are doing...
10/04/2026

Out at the Harleysville Fall Festival with Harleysville Market !!

For the rest of fall through Thanksgiving we are doing 20% off all products!

PLUS we have a sleepy nights cozy kit for $35 - limited quantities only! A $50 value 🍁

Our tallow is small batch and hand made with rosehip oil & and a high IU vitamin E for a softer touch without the sticky feeling of other oil mixes , leaving your skin feeling softer and smoother

If interested in our Cozy Fall nights gift box , comment COZY FALL and we will reach out to get your box out to you for an exclusive social media sale of $30 plus shipping !!

Time to cozy up and have a healthy fall season 🍁

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09/30/2026

And we are back online!!!!

Had a great break and learned so much !

Can’t wait to share ❤️

Knowledge stored in your mind—or sitting untouched on a shelf—is like a battery holding a charge. The potential is there...
08/09/2026

Knowledge stored in your mind—or sitting untouched on a shelf—is like a battery holding a charge. The potential is there, but nothing changes until you flip the switch.

Knowing what supports your health is a beginning. Applying it—gently, imperfectly, and consistently—is what creates change.

You don’t have to apply everything you know today. Simply choose one small thing and put it into practice.

What is one thing you already know that you’re ready to begin applying?

Welcome to the chairs where so many meaningful conversations begin. 🤍Sometimes you’ll be sitting across from me. Sometim...
08/05/2026

Welcome to the chairs where so many meaningful conversations begin. 🤍

Sometimes you’ll be sitting across from me. Sometimes you’ll be on a Zoom screen. And sometimes you’ll simply be here, reading a post that speaks to exactly what you needed that day.

No matter how we connect, my goal is the same: to create a place where you feel heard, supported, and encouraged as you build a healthier, more vibrant life.

This little corner has become my place to teach, listen, encourage, and dream alongside the people I serve. Together, we’ll celebrate victories, navigate challenges, and take one step at a time toward lasting health and well-being.

Welcome. There’s always a seat for you here. 🌿

08/03/2026

Sometimes the best thing you can do for your health is stop making it so complicated.

I’m Coach Laura, and around here you’ll find realistic health and wellness advice that fits into real life—not perfection.

If you’ve been waiting for the “right time” to start, this is your reminder…

Just start. ❤️

We wrapped up two full days of events this weekend… and I am exhausted.Both days I wore my compression socks, had my nec...
08/02/2026

We wrapped up two full days of events this weekend… and I am exhausted.

Both days I wore my compression socks, had my neck wrap, had help setting up and tearing down, and made sure to alternate between sitting and standing.

Between coaching and vendor events, I’m also a mom, a wife, a friend, a pet owner, and somehow still trying to keep a household running.

All while working on my physical and mental health.

What you may not know about me—or maybe you do if you’ve been following for a while—is that I have hEDS.

I was born with a rotated hip and had to learn to walk differently than most kids. I bruised constantly, had some pretty impressive mobility party tricks, and to this day I can turn my feet almost completely in both directions and still proudly pop my hip like it’s the 80s. 🤣

After Lyme disease, I developed dysautonomia, along with several other post-Lyme complications.

Before all of that, I survived two pulmonary embolisms, an emergency gallbladder removal, and a hysterectomy.

So yeah… at 42, my body has been through a lot. 🤣

That’s why I’ve stopped feeling guilty for resting.

Sometimes rest doesn’t look Instagram-worthy.

Sometimes it looks like a messy room, my girls curled up beside me, swollen legs, compression socks, and giving my body permission to recover.

And yes, those dark rings around my ankles are stained skin from years of blood pooling. I’ve had them since I was a teenager. That’s part of living with hEDS.

You don’t have to earn rest by collapsing.

Sometimes the strongest thing you can do is listen to your body before it forces you to.

Yes, you could have.Should have.Would have.Stop shoulding all over yourself.You can’t change yesterday.You do get a say ...
08/01/2026

Yes, you could have.
Should have.
Would have.

Stop shoulding all over yourself.

You can’t change yesterday.
You do get a say in today.

Make today the day that changes the rest of your life. ❤️

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