Here’s how I became
Empowered and Living Well!
It was 1987 and the first time I ever heard of holistic healing or alternative medicine. A family member gave me some books, TheYeast Connection and Sugar Blues, because I had been suffering an imbalance in my body since early childhood.
I had many symptoms related to chronic fatigue, low immunity, and clinical depression. None of these diagnoses was the culprit of my state of health nor the conclusion. These books were talking about me. I clearly had every symptom. I knew something was wrong, but I hadn’t known what it was.
Finally, I had an answer; candidiasis, the ever growing yeast throughout my bloodstream. It was breaking down my state of health on a cellular level.
Holistic Medicine
Changed My Life
I was fortunate enough to be treated by a holistic internist in Plainview, New York. I was in disbelief when this doctor told me to eat a bland diet and take certain supplements to help die off all this toxic yeast. Through holistic therapy I learned how to rebuild my immune system and balance my blood sugar levels. I had to accept the reality of the situation that it was up to me to make the changes I needed to heal myself. I surrendered in allowing the process of healing to take place. It took patience, resilience and mind power to stick with the program and not give up. The determination it took to keep a daily discipline on my road to healing required a toolbox.
The toolbox consisted of various daily exercises. A yoga practice with meditation was a big help in keeping my mind steady and focused. Practicing Creative Visualization helped me imagine myself in perfect health, well and balanced. Using positive affirmations allowed me a chance to acknowledge everything working and my body healing. I began to take walks in nature to connect with the earth and plants. I started practicing gratitude for Mother Earth and Father Sky and became more conscious about the health of the planet. Healing herbs and nutrient rich organic foods became a necessity. Self care was a top priority because my daily diet and exercise schedule was a formula for my personal optimal health.
There were really bad days before there were good ones, but I was told that is how holistic healing works. I learned the meaning of detox.
I had sugar withdrawal. I felt horribly low and fatigued some days and then there started to be days that I felt a way that I had never felt before. There were days I wanted to give up, but I kept going and emerged with a discipline that was my optimal regimen for overall health and immunity.
My journey was long, sometimes lonely and alienating but it was worth it. I had been given a second chance at living a healthier and happy life. I began to feel a contentment that I had never felt before. I felt grounded and present. I could sit still and make art without all the buzzing anxiety I had when my body was filled with toxins and my diet was all wrong.
This is my life’s calling
I began working in health food stores to deepen my study and understanding of the natural healing process. As I started guiding others on their healing journey, it became clear that this is my life’s calling. I want to help you open to possibilities of change that results in a happy, healthy, and empowered life. Everything that you need is within you to create lasting change to live well.
Chat with me
I am Dorene Rose
A certified Health and Wellness coach from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition
As a health and wellness coach, I will guide you on your optimal wellness journey. I realize what it takes and I understand what it is like to experience a healing transformation. I also understand how to access inner strength and the value of self realizations in the process. How, with making choices and taking action, change is possible.
Everything is possible! Together, we can map out your path to becoming empowered and living well. We will fill your toolbox with the action steps and practices that will aid in healing and nurture you; body, mind and soul.
The transformation and healing is real!
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Dorene helped me to identify goals and action steps to create the life I’ve dreamed of!
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— KATY F.
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I was able to reframe the narrative of my life so I could break free from past patterns holding me back. Dorene has helped me find my freedom to express myself authentically
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— ELIZABETH B.
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My confidence has skyrocketed since working with Dorene. Together she helped me to develop a lifestyle empowering me to realize my dreams.
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— SARAH P.
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I let anxiety take over my life for too long. Now I have the strength to control my emotions.
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— VICTORIA G.
