Pure Living Family

06/19/2026

Have you ever felt like you're treating symptoms but never getting to the root cause? 🧬

For years, I believed health was simply about addressing problems when they appeared. But after having a son with profound autism and experiencing burnout and the effects of chronic stress firsthand, I realized that true wellness requires looking deeper.

That realization led me to discover functional medicine—an approach that focuses on understanding why symptoms are happening by looking at factors such as stress, sleep, nutrition, hormones, gut health, movement, and lifestyle.

As parents, caregivers, and especially those raising children with special needs, it's easy to put everyone else's needs ahead of our own. We become experts at caring for others while often neglecting our own health and well-being.

But the truth is:

💙 You can't pour from an empty cup.
💙 Your health impacts your family.
💙 Taking care of yourself isn't selfish—it's essential.

That's why I was excited to sit down with Stacy Welker FNP of Alaya Health & Wellness to discuss how chronic stress, lifestyle factors, and a root-cause approach to health can transform the way we think about healing and wellness.

In our conversation, we discuss:
✨ Why symptoms are often signals from the body, not the problem itself
✨ The impact of chronic stress on overall health
✨ Practical ways to support your body naturally
✨ How small daily habits can create meaningful, lasting change

Whether you're a parent, caregiver, or simply someone looking to improve your health, I think you'll find valuable insights in this discussion.

What is one thing you're doing this week to prioritize your health and well-being? I'd love to hear in the comments.

06/11/2026

🌿 Day 11 of the 🌿

Today’s 45 minutes of movement was spent hike-running in nature.

Research suggests that exercising outdoors can improve mood, reduce stress, increase energy, and help us feel more connected to the world around us. There’s something powerful about stepping away from screens, responsibilities, and the noise of everyday life to move among the trees and fresh air.

As a special needs parent, these moments are more than just exercise. They give me an opportunity to reset, breathe deeply, process difficult emotions, and return to my family with greater patience, gratitude, and resilience.

No matter where you are on your wellness journey, remember that movement doesn’t have to be perfect to be beneficial. Sometimes all it takes is getting outside and taking that first step.

How did you move your body today?

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06/08/2026

45 minutes is 3% of your day

You deserve that time for you

Walk, Hike, Practice Yoga, Etc.

Your body needs movement

The world demands so much from you

Fill your cup first

So you can serve your world

Your special needs child

Deserves the best version of you

Make time for yourself

06/07/2026

☀️🎉 Pure Living Family Summer Bash 2026 🎉☀️

Join us for an unforgettable evening of connection, community, and summer fun!

At Pure Living Family Foundation, we believe that families raising children with special needs deserve opportunities to relax, connect, and create lasting memories together. That's why we're excited to invite you to our Summer Bash—a celebration designed for the entire family.

🌟 What to Expect:
✅ Opportunities to connect with other special needs families
✅ A welcoming, inclusive environment where everyone belongs

Kids with special needs many times don't get to spend much time with grandma and grandpa at a pool. This night is to change that.

Our mission is simple: bring families together, create community, and remind parents they are not alone.

📅 Date: June 20
https://purelivingfamily.com/pages/summer-bash-june-20th
🎟️ Registration is required

We can't wait to see you there. 💙

06/06/2026

Special needs parenting can feel heavy sometimes. The stress. The fear. The exhaustion. The thoughts we carry silently while showing up for everyone else.

Today during your 45 minutes of movement, I challenge you to release one thought or emotion that’s been weighing you down. Say it. Feel it. Move through it. Then let your body help carry you forward.

Movement isn’t just physical… it’s emotional healing too. 💚

What are you choosing to let go of today? ⬇️

06/06/2026

🏊 Summer Bash – June 20th! 🌞

Join us for a fun-filled Summer Bash on June 20th at the West Jordan Outdoor Pool! Splash, connect, and celebrate summer with our community.

📅 Date: June 20th
📍 Location: West Jordan Outdoor Pool
⏰ Time: 6:30–8:30 p.m.

Sign up here: https://purelivingfamily.com/pages/summer-bash-june-20th

We'd love to see you there! 💦

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06/04/2026

Incline treadmill walking has been one of the biggest weight loss hacks for me. 🔥

Low impact. Sustainable. Effective.
You don’t have to destroy your body to burn fat and build consistency.

Today’s 45 minute workout = incline treadmill walk 💪
Sweat, movement, and momentum over perfection every single time.

What’s your 45 minute workout today? 👇

06/02/2026

There’s something deeply healing about walking outside. 🌿

Not for calories.
Not for performance.
Just to reconnect.

The sunlight, the fresh air, the sound of the wind through the trees… it all has a way of calming the nervous system and bringing us back to the present moment.

Walking in nature feels meditative because it reminds us to slow down in a world that constantly tells us to speed up.

Some of the best self-care isn’t complicated.
It’s simply stepping outside, taking a breath, and moving your body with gratitude.

Nature soothes the mind in ways words sometimes can’t explain. 🍃

06/01/2026

In 2018, I had a vivid dream. A logo appeared, and a voice said: “This will take you places you never thought you would go.”

I woke up and sketched the logo on my bathroom mirror.

Over the next 8 years, the Universe and my son Theo taught me so much. The biggest lesson? Taking care of yourself isn’t selfish… it’s necessary if you want to truly thrive.

Movement has become one of the most important tools in my life. It helps me manage stress, clear my mind, and show up more fully for my special needs son.

There will always be reasons not to move. Not to work out. Not to prioritize yourself.

But every time I move my body, I become more capable, more grounded, and more present for the people who need me most.

And doing it with a community creates accountability, encouragement, and support when motivation fades.

The starts today.

Let’s go 🔥

05/31/2026

Most people think they need to fix their mindset first.

But Brian Johnson teaches that physiology drives psychology more than psychology drives physiology. In other words… how we move our bodies directly impacts how we feel mentally and emotionally.

For special needs parents, that matters. Because the stress is real. The exhaustion is real. The burnout is real.

But so is our ability to take back 45 minutes a day.

Not for perfection.
Not for aesthetics.
Not to “bounce back.”

But to build the strength, energy, resilience, and mental clarity needed to keep showing up for the people who need us most.

Movement is medicine.
Action creates momentum.
And sometimes the fastest way to change your mind… is to move your body first. 🔥💪

Join the Burn Up Summer Challenge and commit to 45 minutes of movement every day. Your future self — and your family — will thank you.