by Terri Ward | Jun 6, 2023 | Featured, Wellness Blog
Once upon a time, there was a pastor who passed away and entered the gates of Heaven. Guided by an angel, the pastor marveled at the grand palaces adorned with magnificent gifts. Among all the splendor, there was one room that stood out the most. It was a room of...
by Terri Ward | Apr 26, 2023 | Featured, Wellness Blog
Recently, after a week in Beaverton, Oregon watching my grandsons, I learned firsthand how busy their baseball schedules can be. Despite rainouts and a printed schedule, getting up at 6 AM to take my oldest grandson, Conor, to lift weights was tough. I love my sleep...
by Terri Ward | Mar 24, 2023 | Wellness Blog
I remember the first time I heard the ocean. I had been interviewing for jobs in downtown Portland. My ex-boyfriend said he and the kids would be at the park when I got done. I asked the people who interviewed me which way the park was, and they laughed at me because...
by Terri Ward | Feb 22, 2023 | Wellness Blog
As we observe Ash Wednesday, the beginning of the season of Lent, we use ashes as a symbol to remind of our mortality and our need for repentance and spiritual renewal. But today, I want to invite you to reflect on how you can transform your physical and spiritual...
by Terri Ward | Feb 20, 2023 | Wellness Blog
Do you ever find yourself caught up in the busyness of life and give in to the temptations of unhealthy foods and habits? Do you ever feel guilty or ashamed about your physical health, or believe that it’s not as important as your spiritual health? If you answered yes...
by Terri Ward | Jul 29, 2020 | Wellness Blog
The Roles Played by Pharmaceuticals Earlier this year, my father (pictured with me at the left) was admitted to the hospital in acute care. My sisters took the first two shifts caring for him and I took the last shift. Things looked bleak when I arrived. My father has...
by Terri Ward | May 5, 2017 | Guest Appearances, Wellness Blog
Summit for Wellness Podcast - Celiac Disease by Bryan Carroll, CFMP, FNTP, FAFS and Terri Ward, MS, FNTP https://terriward.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/11-Celiac_Disease_with_Terri_Ward-1.mp3 This page contains the visuals and links for the above podcast. The...
by Terri Ward | Jun 11, 2016 | Wellness Blog
Who doesn’t love the sun? We all need vitamin D and it’s best obtained from sun exposure. But…we also know the sun can damage our skin and have heard that sunburns increase our risk of skin cancer. Unfortunately, the toxic chemicals in most...