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October 24, 2018

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Hi! I'm Kate, a DC girl passionate about all things health + wellness. I'm current a graduate student pursuing my degree in integrative nutrition at Maryland University of Integrative Health. When I'm not studying, I'm globetrotting, working out, and helping people live their healthiest life.

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I absolutely love the holidays, but being around so many people and family is super overwhelming for me. Yes, even for this extroverted type 7!
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Every time I leave family time I feel so ready to relax and disconnect in a quiet space. Insert @getawayhouse. This place is literally the most relaxing place I’ve ever been to in my life. Disconnecting from the world without a phone or computer and reconnecting with nature is the absolute best reset and so, so good for my mental health.
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For cyber Monday, @getaway is offering a deal that gets you a huge discount! RECHARGE25 will get you 25% off your 2019 Getaway or RECHARGE20 for 20% off your 2020 escape. 🙌🏼 If you want to read more about my experience with getaway check out my blog @ kateswholelife.com 🖤

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Oh, hi!
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This is my first ever lacto-fermentation project that I did at school this weekend & to say that I’m excited to ferment more is an understatement. I’ll be sharing the ups and downs of my fermenting adventures with you guys so stay tuned!
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I’m also going to start making some buch - any tips? Let me know below! ⤵️

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One thing that I think is commonly overlooked in the health space is the importance of having healthy relationships. Studies show that social connections are imperative to achieving optimal health. People who feel more connected to others have lower levels of depression, anxiety, and are overall healthier people.
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When I was off instagram, I made it a point to make more social connections outside of my little health bubble. I focused a lot more on the quality of relationships than I did on every ingredient I was putting in my body, the amount of supplements I needed to take per day, my adaptogens, etc. and honestly, I’ve never felt better.
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That’s not to say the other things aren’t important, because they 100% are! I still eat mostly organic, take my supplements, get 8 hours of sleep, and really care about the quality of food I eat most days, but sometimes I eat nachos at a bar with friends and stay out way too late. It’s not about finding perfection in one area of health, it’s about aiming for balance to help you feel your best. 🖤🖤 #wellnesswithkate🌿 #moresociallessmedia

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It’s been a while since I’ve been on here so figured I would introduce myself again!
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I’m Kate + I originally started this account to share about nutrition, but it’s evolved into so much more. About 2 1/2 years ago, I decided that I wanted to pursue a career in nutrition and separate from the Air Force after 7 years. Crazy, right? A little over a year ago I finally make the leap and it’s been one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. Currently, I’m in a masters program at @muihealth and working towards my Masters in Integrative Nutrition.
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I’ve struggled with Generalized Anxiety Disorder most of my life and up until the last 2 years, it ran my life. Recently, I haven’t had any symptoms because I’ve been putting in the work daily to feel better. I share about GAD a lot on this page because 1) I hope that it makes people feel less alone and 2) I hope some of the things I share help people find some relief.
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Finally, I’ve learned a lot in my program and researching on my own the dangers of some everyday toxins in things like cleaning products, makeup, etc. I talk about this on here because it’s an integral part of health. I know there is a lot of skepticism surrounding the way toxins can affect your health so I try to share the science as well as give product recommendations from companies I trust.
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Right now I’m not posting often because I am easing my way back into this space after a break, maybe that’ll change eventually.
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I’m glad you’re here and love connecting with people so reach out anytime. 🖤🖤

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Hi! I’m back!
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On one hand, I am super excited to be back, I missed connecting with y’all. On the other hand, I am a little nervous to be back because my mental health has been amazing being away from this space.
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Instagram can be such a good place to connect, but it can also take you away from reality. I left Instagram for a couple of reasons. First, I spent so much time thinking, talking, breathing health & wellness that my life revolved around it. I started realizing it a while ago when I posted about struggling with orthorexia, but I didn’t realize that it was still prevalent until I stepped away from this space and started being social outside of my little health and wellness bubble. More on this later.
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I also left because I felt like I was constantly comparing my content to other peoples content and never felt like anything I wanted to put out was good enough. I always thought, “someone else is putting content out there that I think is better so what’s the point?” Funny thing is, if we all thought that way then no one would be posting. When I initially started I said if anything I post helps one person it’ll all be worth it - and that’s what I promised myself to focus on moving forward. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
I will definitely be expanding more on this soon - & still posting about all things health & wellness with the aim at helping people incorporate it in a balanced way 🖤🖤🖤

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You guys know I don’t like to cook/recreate things in the kitchen, but this trip has inspired me to make all the things... starting with recreating this homemade cashew milk Thai iced tea from @clearcafeubud 😍 but first, I have to find somewhere to live when I get back, condo STILL isn’t done. 😓
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Does travel inspire you to create? #travelwithkate🛫

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Beautiful views for days.
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What you don’t see is how anxious I was for half of this day. Hiking up and down extremely steep paths over and over when I’m terrified of heights didn’t feel great. Mixing something I’m terrified of with cardio is a recipe for disaster for my panic disorder because my anxiety started as exercise induced panic to begin with. My panic disorder eventually developed into agoraphobia - which if you’re not familiar with, can severely interfere with everyday life. Through therapy, EMDR, diet, etc. I was able to overcome a lot of it - but there are still some aspects that linger. I used to hate myself for feeling this way - why couldn’t I just get over it and be able to do things like other people? But now I am more compassionate, allowing myself to push myself out of my comfort zone, but also knowing my limits. Maybe one day with therapy it’ll be gone; maybe not, but I’m choosing to love myself and where I am in my journey either way.
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I did manage to make it through the day without any panic attacks thanks to EMDR and some other techniques I learned in therapy. I did the hikes at my own pace, took breaks when I felt panic and made sure I stayed hydrated because dehydration in itself can cause a panic attack.
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Have you ever experienced agoraphobia or panic disorder and if so, how do you manage it? Would love to hear! | #anxietyrecoverywithkate🖤 #travelwithkate🛫

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It was cold and my legs have been sore for 3 days, but this hike was 100% worth it for the views 😍 #travelwithkate🛫

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If you are what you eat, then I’m definitely going to be a smoothie bowl by the time we leave here. 🥥 #travelwithkate🛫

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