by Agnes | Jun 2, 2026 | Energy / Fatigue, Mind / Emotions
Why calm doesn’t always feel natural after Chronic Stress Sometimes stress doesn’t arrive all at once. Sometimes it slowly becomes the background noise of life. We adjust. We adapt. We keep moving forward. Before we realize it, the nervous system has...
by Agnes | May 26, 2026 | Energy / Fatigue, Mind / Emotions
Why predictable rhythms help the nervous system settle again “Deckening” is my new word for gardening on the deck. You know… Deck + Gardening. 🙂 Spring this year came fast and intensely with a predicted temp today of a whopping 28 ℃… which is quite...
by Agnes | May 19, 2026 | Energy / Fatigue, Mind / Emotions
Chronic illness, emotional stress, and why the nervous system still needs recovery after joyful experiences This has been a week of ups and downs… We had some great weather, and I managed to get 95% off my greenhouse shopping done for my amazing deck garden....
by Agnes | May 12, 2026 | Energy / Fatigue, Mind / Emotions
Chronic illness, pacing, and why slowly getting back into routine mattered more than pushing through I got back from my Mediterranean trip last Saturday, and honestly, I was surprised by how well I did. I did not crash after my trip… as in… FROM the trip...
by Agnes | May 5, 2026 | Food / Diet, Mind / Emotions
Coming back to simple, without pressure After travel or a full season, it’s easy to feel like you need a reset. But for many of us, especially with lower energy or chronic fatigue, the best place to begin isn’t with a big plan. It’s with one simple, nourishing meal. I...
by Agnes | Apr 4, 2026 | Mind / Emotions, My Journey
How small, everyday shifts support healing, energy, and recovery We’re heading to Calgary this week. We booked tickets to see Gabor Maté speak, and we’re thrilled that it landed during Rob’s week off. And to make this more than just catching a good presentation, we...
