One day, my holistic doctor said something that changed everything for me: "Christine, you need to start looking into endocrine disruptors." I left that appointment confused but curious. I had no idea what endocrine disruptors were, but I quickly learned they’re chemicals that mimic or interfere with the body's hormones, potentially causing health issues like cancer.

With so many options, conflicting advice from doctors, and the constant stream of unsolicited advice from others about what I should or shouldn’t do, I realized that the most important thing I could do was calm my mind and tune into my body and spirit. Amidst all the noise, I got to quiet the external voices and listen to the one that mattered most—my own.

Being flexible doesn’t mean we’re weak—it means we understand how to survive without breaking. By learning to sway with the winds of change, we build resilience and emerge from life’s storms even stronger.