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Q&A (RUNNING):7. “How do I deal with setbacks and injuries?” SARAH SEADS
Q&A (RUNNING):7. “How do I deal with setbacks and injuries?”
This is a tricky one for certain!
YOU CAN RETURN SOON ENOUGH! JUST LEARN TO LISTEN TO YOUR INTUITIONS*
SOME TIPS:
Listen to your body—pain is information, not an enemy.
Minor aches may resolve with rest, foam rolling, or modified activity, but persistent pain warrants professional evaluation.
Emotionally, it’s normal to feel frustrated at times during your journey! This isn’t a bad sign! Just remember to listen to the underlying cause here.
Rest is not a step back—it’s an investment in your longevity.
Cross-training with lower-impact activities while taking a break from running, like swimming, elliptical, or cycling can maintain your cardiovascular fitness during a period of recovery.
Mindfulness and stress management can support healing during your recovery times.
FOCUS ON WHAT YOU CAN DO. (LISTEN TO YOUR BODY HERE AND YOUR MEDICAL TEAM). Core work, flexibility, nutrition, breathwork, etc. Injuries also offer a chance to reflect on training errors, upgrade your form, or adjust your shoes or surface. Most importantly, return to running gradually—with appreciation and patience—knowing that healing is part of the evolution.
SARAH SEADS
Q&A (RUNNING):6. “ENDURANCE RUNNING TIPS?” SARAH SEADS
Q&A (RUNNING):6. “ENDURANCE RUNNING TIPS?”
It’s time to RUN LONG & GO BIG HUH?! YIPPEEEE!
Here’s My First Few (AND TOP) Tips!
“TOP 3 REASONS ENDURANCE RACERS FAIL TO CROSS THE FINISH LINE” (start here:)
It’s not easy to run all day BUT IT’S DEFINITELY A BLAST!
Endurance Training takes guts and determination.
It’s a WIN WIN for those that enjoy spending time outside! This isn’t for EVERYONE HOWEVER!
Find your Tribe
AND SET REALISTIC GOALS to ensure you are marking spots in your life goals that will assist in your JOY AND COMFORT, NOT TAKE AWAY FROM THESE!!!!!!
SARAH SEADS
RUN RUN RUN!
WILD SEADS COACHING
Q&A (RUNNING):5. “What should I wear when running?” SARAH SEADS
Q&A (RUNNING):5. “What should I wear when running?”
THIS IS A GREAT QUESTIONS!
I’D SUGGEST:
Choosing comfortable, moisture-wicking fabrics like polyester or merino wool to manage sweat and regulate temperature. Cotton should be avoided as it retains moisture and can lead to chafing, blisters, or discomfort. Dress for weather 10–15 degrees Celsius warmer than it actually is, since your body heats up during running. In colder climates, layering is key: a base layer to wick sweat, a middle layer for insulation, and an outer shell for wind or rain protection. Reflective gear is crucial for early morning or nighttime runs to stay visible to traffic. Well-fitting sports bras for women and supportive undergarments reduce discomfort and minimize risk of soft tissue injury. Socks matter too—technical running socks reduce blisters and support foot mechanics. In hot conditions, wear a breathable hat and sunscreen; in winter, gloves and ear coverings help maintain comfort.
Comfort and function should be prioritized over style, though stylish performance wear can boost confidence. The right clothing helps you focus on your movement!
SARAH SEADS
XO AND IN LOVE!
Q&A (RUNNING):4. “How long should my runs be?” SARAH SEADS
Q&A (RUNNING):4. “How long should my runs be?”
I’D SUGGEST (IT ALL DEPENDS OF COURSE!) THESE STARTING POINTS TO ASSIST YOU:
Begin with manageable durations—15 to 30 minutes per session once you’ve graduated from a “L2R” Run:Walking Program!—and allow time for your cardiovascular and musculoskeletal systems to adapt.
Progress gradually, increasing the total weekly volume by no more than 10% (minutes) to prevent injury. This is a friendly guideline to use.
Prioritize how your body feels before, during and after runs. For example, if your breathing becomes too labored (Can you pass the “Talk Test”?:) slow down your walk a little.
Shorter runs (e.g., 20 minutes) can still significantly improve cardiovascular health and mental well-being.
As fitness improves, gradually extend the duration of one weekly “long run” to build endurance.
Always include a warm-up and cool-down as part of your total session! These are SO IMPORTANT.
Some days will feel easier than others!!!! THIS IS NORMAL! Just aim to honour your body’s wisdom!
SARAH SEADS
XO & IN LOVE:)
WILD SEADS COACHING
Q&A (RUNNING):3. “How often should I be running?” SARAH SEADS
Q&A (RUNNING):3. “How often should I be running?”
SOME TIPS:
For beginners, running 2-3 times per week is an optimal frequency to build endurance while minimizing injury risk.
According to ACSM guidelines, at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week yields significant health benefits, and running can help fulfill that. Alternating run days with rest or cross-training (such as cycling, swimming, or yoga) allows muscles and joints time to recover and adapt.
Frequency should align with your fitness level, medical history, and personal goals—more isn’t always better. *ALWAYS ASK YOUR DOCTOR FIRST!
Rest days are essential because running causes microtears in muscle fibers, which repair and grow stronger during recovery (among so many other miraculous things!!!!!!!!!!). See this article!
Overtraining without adequate rest can lead to fatigue, injury, and burnout (SEE THIS).
Periodization—planning your training cycles with peaks and rest—has strong evidence in sports science for promoting long-term progress. (SEE THIS ARTICLE TO LEARN MORE about Periodization!)
You can gradually increase frequency to 5 runs per week as you become more experienced, but always listen to your body. If you're sore or excessively fatigued, an extra day off can do more good than harm. Balance is key: consistency builds progress, but recovery preserves it.
SARAH SEADS
IN LOVE!
Q&A (RUNNING):2. “What kind of shoes should I wear?” SARAH SEADS
Q&A (RUNNING):2. “What kind of shoes should I wear?”
In my opinion, running shoes should be selected based on your personal choices, experience and preferences. I GET THIS QUESTION ALOT LOL!
It’s necessary to consider a few things when trying on new shoes:)
-Terrain? Be specific and be honest with your intentions and ensure you look ahead to see what type of running precisely you will be doing while in your next pair of shoes. Is it to be a trail only experience? Or are you heading for the open road? Or will you be running a mix or both?
-Local Or Not? - is it possible for the money in your pocket, that you are ready to exchange for running footwear, to stay within your community??
-Listen to your feet! Well, listen to your body :). Take a test run in the shoes and do not compromise looks for comfort. Trust your initial feel and compare many different varieties to get a clearer idea of what shoe fits you - because comparisons can make it much easier to “know".
Longer distances may benefit from more cushioning, while shorter, faster runs may prefer lighter shoes. Replace running shoes every 500–800 kilometers (300–500 miles) as cushioning breaks down and shock absorption declines.
Avoid choosing shoes solely based on appearance; prioritize function and biomechanics.
Socks matter too—choose moisture-wicking, seamless socks to reduce friction and blisters!!!!!!!!!
Shoes are an investment in your long-term health and performance—don’t cut corners.
See this article for more great info on improving as a runner!
SARAH SEADS XO!
Q&A (RUNNING):1. “What's the best way to start running?” SARAH SEADS
Q&A (RUNNING):
1. What's the best way to start running?
The best way to start running is to begin with a walk/run program, such as alternating 1-minute runs with 2-minute walks for 20–30 minutes!
A RUN:WALK approach allows your musculoskeletal system—joints, tendons, and muscles—to adapt gradually to the repetitive impact forces of running.
Research from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) shows that gradual progression minimizes risk of injury, especially for sedentary individuals or those new to high-impact activity.
Focus on running at an easy pace where you can talk without gasping; this encourages aerobic base development.
Try to run 2–3 times per week to start, allowing recovery days in between. Consistency over intensity is key: it’s better to run three times weekly for months than to go all-in and burn out or get injured. Avoid the “too much, too soon” trap, which is a primary cause of injury in new runners.
Warm-up with dynamic movements like leg swings or brisk walking before each session, and cool down with gentle stretching afterward. Use apps or beginner training plans (like my Free Plan HERE) to stay motivated and on track. Most importantly, enjoy the process—start slow, stay patient, and let your body and mind adapt.
16 TIPS FOR NEW RUNNERS
🏃♀️ **16 Tips for New Runners**
1. **Start Slow, Grow Steady**
Begin with walk-run intervals. Your body thrives with progressive loading—don't rush the timeline.
2. **Form Over Speed**
Focus on posture, cadence, and fluid movement. Upright spine, relaxed shoulders, quick light steps (aim for ~170–180 bpm).
3. **Rest is Training**
Recovery days rebuild your tissues and nervous system. Schedule them with intention—no guilt!
4. **Breath = Your Power Source**
Practice rhythmic nasal breathing or sync your stride with your breath. It connects you to your life force and calms the mind.
5. **Shoes Matter—A Lot**
Invest in shoes that match your gait and terrain. Trail runners? Cushion vs. minimal? Test and evolve.
6. **Track Progress Beyond Miles**
Record how you *feel*—energy, sleep, mood. Training journals, not just numbers, show the real growth.
7. **Fuel With Intuition**
Eat foods that nourish your gut, joints, and energy systems. Think anti-inflammatory, hydrating, and sustaining.
8. **Hydration is Magic**
Water + electrolytes = blood flow + brain clarity + muscle function. Drink before you're thirsty.
9. **Run With Curiosity, Not Judgment**
Every run is data, not drama. Some days feel harder. You're not failing—you're adapting.
10. **Mix Up the Terrain**
Grass, gravel, trail, sand—each surface trains different muscles and keeps your body resilient and playful.
11. **Listen to Niggles, Not Naysayers**
Small pain = message. Don’t ignore it. But ignore those who say “you’re not a runner.” You already are.
12. **Celebrate the Run You Did**
10 minutes or 10 miles—it counts. Acknowledge your win, don’t downplay your efforts.
13. **Create Rituals, Not Just Routines**
Light a candle, sip cacao, breathe in intention before you run. Ground into the sacredness of movement.
14. **Mindset Muscles Need Training Too**
Use affirmations like “I am strong” or “I trust my body” as you move. You’re reprogramming old stories.
15. **Join a Community (or Start Your Own)**
Running with others boosts accountability, joy, and safety. Or find a coach who sees your potential.
16. **Your Pace is Perfect**
There's no such thing as "too slow." What matters is consistency, presence, and the joy of being in your body.
SARAH SEADS
XO, IN LOVE! AND FUN!
WILD SEADS COACHING
CREATE SPLITS (RUNNING RACES, WORKOUTS & KEY EVENTS:)
To pick a goal race time using your current results, start with a recent road race (5K, 10K, or half marathon). Use a pacing calculator to estimate your equivalent performance at your target distance. This helps you set a realistic yet ambitious goal. Once you have your goal time, break it down into pace per kilometer or mile. Use a pacing chart to plan training runs and simulate race pace. It’s key for tempo runs, intervals, and long runs. Make sure to adjust based on terrain, weather, and how your body feels. Stay consistent, test periodically, and refine your pace. Here's a useful pacing chart to help you build your split plan:
LONGEVITY
Longevity is the art and science of extending not only the number of years we live but the quality of those years. Rooted in both ancient wisdom and modern science, it invites us to embrace habits that foster cellular vitality, mental clarity, and emotional balance. From nutrient-rich diets and movement practices to stress reduction and strong social ties, the keys to longevity are as diverse as they are interconnected. Emerging research in epigenetics and regenerative medicine suggests we can actively influence how we age, turning once-inevitable decline into empowered evolution. Meanwhile, ancient traditions remind us that a joyful heart, a curious mind, and a purpose-filled life may be the most potent elixirs of all. True longevity, then, is not just about adding years to life—but life to years.
AGING ISN’T REAL LOL
It would be nice if we could stop our chronological age from progressing year after year:)
We can, however, slow down the speed of our biological aging through changes to our lifestyle including physical fitness. Working in fitness and health for close to 20 years, I have seen 80 year old’s who are as active and fit as 50 year old’s. I have also seen far too many 50 year old’s acting as if they are 80+ and giving into the negative idea of 'being too old for___' .
“You are only old once age becomes your excuse” is a fantastic quote from endurance coach and 70 year old athlete Joe Friel. You are only as old as you think and act and you have the power to slow down the aging process and maintain your health and fitness well into your 80's.
Research has always shown that physical activity can not only slow down the biological aging process, but that it can actually improve our fitness well into our 70's and 80's and beyond. The body is an amazing machine that responds to specific and progressive training stimulus by rebuilding stronger - at any age.
Of course, we all undergo biological changes as we age. Over time, changes to our hormone production and cellular processes do occur and the result is a gradual loss of muscle mass, decreased bone density and loss of elasticity in the tissues. This will, overtime, lead to functional changes such as loss of speed, endurance, strength, balance and agility. However, the rate and severity of these changes are extremely varied from person to person. Our lifestyle choices, training regimes and genetics all play a role in this process.
Science is coming to a conclusion that the major contributor to the decline in fitness and functional abilities is not truly “aging”, but rather lifestyle, especially a reduction in physical activity. They believe the physiology-lifestyle balance is around 30-70. In other words, 70% of our lowered performance may be explained by changes in lifestyle (training) with the changes due to aging accounting for only 30%. That should make you very excited! You have 70% control over the changes occurring to your fitness!
The benefits.
Consistant exercise has been shown time and time again to result in many physical (AND SO MUCH MORE!) benefits that can keep us younger longer, at any age:
Regulated blood glucose levels
Improved hormone production
Improved sleep
Improved stamina through aerobic endurance
Improved strength through muscle building exercise
Improved flexibility through mobility exercise
Improved balance, co-ordination, agility and re-action time.
Improved weight and blood lipid management
Decreased blood pressure
Improved pulmonary/lung function
Increased functional abilities and independence later in life
AT ANY AGE
Getting started.
Any activity is always better than no activity! Speak with your physician before you begin a new exercise program to ensure you are working within safe parameters.
If you are new to exercise begin slowly, building your stamina and strength gradually. You will see improvements in all of the areas that you train no matter what age you start at. An example of a well rounded beginner fitness program is:
Cardiovascular exercise: 3 days per week to strengthen your heart and lungs and improve your general conditioning. Begin with 15 minutes and work up to 60 minutes over a period of months. Swimming, walking and cycling are all great cardiovascular activities. Gradually build up to 4-5 days per week.
Muscular Strength exercise: 2-3 days per week to strengthen your muscles and improve your joint and bone health. Pick 4-8 exercises that work the major muscles of the body and complete 2 sets of 10-15 repetitions. Aim for perfect form first, followed by endurance then strength.
Flexibility exercise: 5-7 days per week gently lengthening the muscles of the body. Stretching and yoga are great ways to improve your flexibility.
Balance exercise: Everyday. Start by standing on one foot and work up to one minute. Progress to closing your eyes while you balance.
Progressing.
Research has shown that some forms of exercise are more effective than others at slowing the functional changes that occur with age. Specifically, more intense activities have been shown to have the most benefit. However, as we age we tend to move towards lower intensity, easier activities and away from high intensity challenges.
Higher intensity training results in significant improvements including:
Increased aerobic capacity
Increased hormone production of testosterone, estrogen and growth hormone. These hormones are necessary for muscle and tissue building and repair (which occurs when we sleep so get your zzzz's).
It is very important to work up to more intense activities as they do increase the risk of injury if not performed correctly or with adequate experience. Once you have developed your general endurance, strength and flexibility you can progress to incorporating the following:
Cardiovascular intervals: 1-2 days per week add interval training to your cardio workouts. Warm up for at least 15-20 minutes before attempting high intensity training. Aging athletes tend to require additional warm up and cool down time to prepare and avoid injury. Complete 4 rounds of 3 minutes of high intensity work followed by 3 minutes of active recovery. Finish with a long cool down to ensure recovery.
Strength training: 2-3 days of higher intensity, lower repetition exercises for the major muscle groups will stimulate the greatest changes in muscle and bones. Aim for 8-12 repetitions (to muscle fatigue) of 2-4 sets of strength exercises.
The saying, “We are only as old as we feel” really does sum it up. We can choose to age quickly on the couch or we can choose to age more slowly and actively with strength and vitality.
Don't forget: 'You aren't old until age becomes your excuse”.
IN LOVE,
SARAH SEADS
Reference
Exercise for Older Adults: ACE's Guide for Fitness Professionals. Richard Thomas Cotton, American Council on Exercise
American Council on Exercise, 1998 - Health & Fitnes
CACAO IS AMAZING: 3 Scientifically Proven Uses
Once found mostly in moonlit circles, paired with ecstatic dance and sage bundles, ceremonial cacao has recently made its way into labs, clinics, and conscious communities worldwide. And while the hippies were absolutely onto something (let’s give them some credit), it turns out this ancient plant medicine is no longer just a spiritual indulgence—it’s a scientifically supported health elixir, too.
Brands like *Cacao Laboratory* and others are helping bridge the mystical with the measurable, educating a new wave of health-conscious humans about the power of cacao—not just for connection and consciousness, but for **cardiovascular health**, **nervous system regulation**, and **emotional resilience**.
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1. Cacao Flavanols = Heart Health + Lower Blood Pressure*
Ceremonial cacao is minimally processed and often stone-ground from the whole bean, retaining high levels of **flavanols**—naturally occurring plant compounds that support blood vessel health, lower inflammation, and boost circulation.
Numerous studies on cocoa (from the same *Theobroma cacao* plant) have found that **flavanol-rich chocolate** can reduce both systolic and diastolic blood pressure. A 2005 clinical trial published in *Hypertension* showed that participants who consumed high-flavanol dark chocolate daily experienced **significant improvements in blood pressure** and **vascular function**.
📚 **Source**: [Taubert et al., 2007, *Hypertension*](https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/01.HYP.0000174990.46027.70)
Although most studies reference cocoa, raw ceremonial **cacao typically contains even more flavanols** due to minimal heat processing—making it a potent ally for those looking to optimize cardiovascular health naturally.
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2. Heart-Brain Coherence & Emotional Regulation**
Beyond physical heart benefits, cacao also plays a beautiful role in **emotional coherence**. According to the HeartMath Institute, “heart-brain coherence” is a measurable state where the nervous system, emotions, and cognitive functions are harmonized.
Cacao supports this state in a few ways:
- **Theobromine**, cacao’s primary active compound, is a gentle stimulant that increases **blood flow to the heart and brain**, promoting alert calmness without the jittery crash of caffeine.
- The experience of sipping cacao intentionally—often paired with breathwork, meditation, or dance—supports **parasympathetic nervous system activation**, fostering emotional safety and openness.
- This translates to **greater self-regulation**, **connection**, and **resilience**—key components of heart-centered leadership and conscious living.
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3. Cacao is a Natural Mood Enhancer (aka Bliss in a Cup)*
Cacao contains several compounds that directly influence the brain.
- **Anandamide**, named after the Sanskrit word *Ananda* (meaning bliss), is an endocannabinoid associated with feelings of euphoria and well-being.
- **Phenylethylamine (PEA)** is often dubbed the “love molecule” because it mimics the brain chemistry of falling in love.
- **Tryptophan and serotonin precursors** support mood balance, reduce anxiety, and increase feelings of connectedness.
Together, these create what many call the “heart-opening” effect of ceremonial cacao—something spiritual practitioners have celebrated for centuries, and now, neurochemistry is beginning to explain.
Today’s ceremonial cacao isn’t confined to sacred circles—though its ceremonial roots still matter deeply. Modern cacao lovers are integrating this plant into:
💻 Morning rituals to replace coffee
💬 Creativity sessions and brainstorming
❤️🔥 Couples intimacy and emotional connection
🧘♀️ Somatic practices, yoga, and meditation
🌍 Conscious leadership and social impact work
Whether you’re a spiritual seeker, a high-performing athlete, or a health-optimized parent juggling a full life, cacao offers a gentle, intelligent medicine—one that supports both physiological performance and soulful presence.
**Final Sip**
CACAO
It’s not just ancient.
IT’S AMAZING
SARAH XO SEADS
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CACAO LABORATORY IS MY CURRENT FAVE!
Feel free to use this code: “SARAHSEADS10” to save 10% at Cacao Labs!
MY BEMER STORY!
It was June 2021.
I had just completed the original, iconic 100-mile ultramarathon in the blazing hot mountains and canyons of Western California. This wasn’t just any race—it was *THE WESTERN STATES!
I had earned a coveted entry spot after five years of qualifying 100-kilometer races and multiple entries into the lottery.
But nothing could have prepared me for what happened to my body in the aftermath. This was the infamous “heat bubble” year—temperatures were brutal. And by the end of that race, the compounding effects of running 100 miles in extreme heat had completely mutilated the bottoms of my feet. They were macerated—raw, torn open, and blistered beyond recognition.
The paramedics told me I wouldn’t be able to walk for at least seven days. My feet were split open. The skin had literally peeled off from sweat, heat, and the relentless pounding of running for a day and change. “BARF:(“
That’s when something unexpected happened.
My Airbnb host offered to let me try her BEMER.
I had no idea what it was. But what happened next changed everything.
Within less than three days of using the BEMER mat AND RED LIGHT Devices, my feet healed enough to let me RUN AGAIN AND FAST (10 MILES!).
The skin closed on the soles of my feet due to the microcirculation (I think) AND the blisters disappeared. No exaggeration. It felt miraculous—but it was real.
And I’ve been meaning to tell this story ever since. But it’s finally here LOL! Sorry it took so long BEMER!!!!!!!
THANKS JUDITH! (B&B Host)
SARAH
BEMER
PEMF Technology
“BEMER is the only PEMF device designed specifically to target the microcirculatory system—the core system necessary for optimal health.”
⛹🏽♀️Improved circulation
🏄🏽♀️ Micro-circulation to periphery
🏌🏻♂️Training ~ Recovery ~ Adaptation
&
⚡️Awakening
XO, SARAH SEADS
**TOP 3 Uses of BEMER Therapy** (IMO)
SARAH SEADS
BEMER is a Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) therapy device clinically designed to enhance microcirculation by stimulating vasomotor activity.
Its top scientifically supported use is promoting healthy blood flow, which may improve nutrient and oxygen delivery at the capillary level.
Secondly, BEMER may support muscle recovery and physical performance by helping reduce exercise-related fatigue and optimizing circulation.
Thirdly, it has been used to aid in general wellbeing by supporting the body’s natural self-regulating processes without invasive interventions.
BEMER therapy is non-invasive, low-intensity, and considered safe when used according to manufacturer guidelines.
For best results, BEMER should be used consistently and under the supervision of a qualified health professional when applied in therapeutic settings.
6 Different “Spicy Winter’s Ceremonial Cacao + YOUNG LIVING DIETARY ESSENTIAL OILS”, CACAO LABS Ceremonial Cacao (Chocolate Drinks:) Recipes:)
Create your own Spicey Winter’s Cacao Blends using some of these delicious and medicinal YOUNG LIVING DIETARY ESSSENTIAL OILS! Create 6 Variations! See which styles taste most delicious to you using a different oil in a group taste test! Or, try these one at a time!
✨TASTE TEST VERSION: START WITH 6 DIFFERENT CUPS:)
✨GATHER YOUR BESTIES IN LOVING CEREMONY TO CONNECT IN LOVE!
✨(INSIDE EACH TASTE TEST CUP:)
4 squares (approximately 2tbs) Cacao Labs Ceremonial Cacao (choose this in either chip, bar or self chopping blocks!)
8 oz either fresh hot water (just not straight from a boiled kettle!) / warmed “milk” choices!
3 tsps your choice in sweetenings like local honey etc!
Tiniest sprinkle of sea salt to taste!
CHOICES! “STICK TO YOUNG LIVINGS EDIBLE NATURAL ESSENTIAL OILS AND USE 1-2 DROPS IN EACH CONCOCTION:) (1-2 DROPS IN EACH CUPS LOVE)
✨CUMIN, CINNAMON, GINGER, ROSEMARY, SPEARMENT, BLACK PEPPER! (OR YOUR CHOICES FROM THESE DIETARY YL OILS HERE)
Mix each combination into a single cup to taste test at the same time! Share with your friends:)
Set an intention to sip into yourself using this amazingly gentle medicine and settle into this luxuriously relaxing and medicinal healing experience.
Creamy & Spicy Hot Peppermint Cacao Drink Recipe!
Combine these 5 delicious natural health ingredients in your absolute fave mug:)
4 squares (approximately 2tbs) Cacao Labs Ceremonial Cacao (choose this in either chip, bar or self chopping blocks!)
8 oz either fresh hot water (just not straight from a boiled kettle!) / warmed “milk” choices!
2 drops Young Living edible Peppermint Essential Oil.
3 tsps your choice in sweetenings like local honey etc!
Tiniest sprinkle of sea salt to taste!
Combine in your preferred vessel (you can heat these ingredients together in a little pot, or add together in your mug), then blend using any type of mixer you choose to froth!
Set an intention to sip into yourself using this amazingly gentle medicine and settle into this luxuriously relaxing and medicinal healing experience.
✨Balance
It doesn’t take rocket science to trust in that feeling:). It tells it like it is! Ask yourself at the instance of being “off kilter” TODAY this single question : How can I create sufficient space to contemplate my existence?
TAKE 5 MINUTES. READ IT OUT LOUD AFTER IT IS IN A DIARY PAGE DATED WITH TODAY’S DATE. HOW CAN I SUPPORT THIS? BALANCE ISN’T THAT FAR FROM THIS PRECISE SITUATION. ITS JUST A FEW SINGLE MOVES DOWN THE WAY:). YAY.
✨Spades
It’s not always pretty in Earth’s dancing games because spades aren’t the only suit in each deck, that is. Call it like it is each time. That’s it! Don’t fake yourself out and waste entire days forgetting a single hand can’t dictate an entire living experience in its entirety! After winter comes spring. Each hand gives as often as it takes and any reciprocating emergent success needs extra care and attending to keep it blooming gladly for days and days. Spades suck when you need hearts:). But as luck would have it, your next deck is waiting for you and it hasn’t been dealt yet:). Each deck is like a brand new day. That’s just how it is here at Planet Earth’s table:).
✨ENOUGH
Lessons in Earth. Each single leaf is adorned in medicine’s symbology! Look inside a network that feeds each finger and it can be re-enforced in the patterns in every single living thing.
Patterns that come OUT and OUT and OUT. Reaching to get nourishment. It is inevitable this reaching. Light beckons humans to succeed, triumph! Get it out and let it rest. This life isn’t meant to be forgotten in piles of dead leaves at the end of its stormy seasons! It is continuing. Continuations get in places that need it exactly when it’s time to receive it. Floods fill cracks in with hydration, silts and eventually salmon come home! Rainbows wash dirty coloured skies in paintings! Fish need storms. Habitats need changing times to replenish nooks and crannies in different materials that balance natures corners in and out. Just like that leaf’s vessels. Once it isn’t summer any longer it starts to starve! But! Oh what an exciting time! Change happens at its highest timeline (apparently :). Yet in a single year the same branch can greet even LARGER leaves until it is adorned in its fullest expressed self. You see it’s times natural expression to seemingly “take” before it gives back in spades once again next round! ✨ LET TODAY’S ACTIVITIES BE SUFFICIENT. LET IT BE OK HOW IT IS AT THIS EXACT TIMING SO IT ISN’T STRESSFUL BEYOND NECESSITY. LET TODAY AS IT COMES, SEEM IN TOTAL PERFECTION AS IT IS ALREADY. ENOUGH. IS TODAY.
Black Spur Ultra MisAdventures 2023 by Sarah Seads
Sinister Sports Black Spur Ultra Marathon Race Experience & What Didn’t Work Out (This time:)!
“Long COVID can include a wide range of ongoing symptoms and conditions that can last weeks, months, or even years after COVID-19 illness. Anyone who had a SARS-CoV-2 infection, the virus that causes COVID-19, can experience Long COVID, including children.” (CDC.gov)
BLACK SPUR ULTRAMARATHON IN KIMBERLY BRITISH COLUMBIA CANADA.
In Kimberly I arrived unwittingly carrying the coronavirus, perfectly asymptomatic. I ended up becoming Extra Sick during this race & the Black Spur Ultra course had me on my knees absolutely begging to carry on at the 50km mark. Unfortunately, after the Black Spur Ultra I experienced coronavirus long term symptoms until just recently and after spending 10 months underground.
At just 25kms of the 108 my body began doing something spectacularly strange.
Entire leg muscle spasms ignited and locked my body into a tin man stance.
I laughed it was so strange. And because I truly had no idea it would lead to my downfall in the race.
I hobbled to the side of the trail to take some reprieve in a patch of shade. Laughing and crying slightly from the sheer pain. A trail angel offered me his extra water and I resisted then rescinded as a wave of excessive spontaneous cramps suddenly migrated across my legs!!!
“THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU.”
The distance, 108kms was created in 2 consecutive 54km ish loops. I was half way through the course and approx 54kms into my race when the worst of it kicked in.
The pain was like fork lightening shattering into the depths of my thighs. Every muscle rocking with electrical bolts of sharp pain and clamping down in tonic spasms. For hours. Just a few hours into the course and there I was, stuck in a near totally rigid body, begging for mercy and screaming from the pain.
I kept thinking it would clear up. Because I had never experienced a physical challenge that had prevented my completion other than the Vacation Races ultra along the rim of the Grand Canyon..
My intuition led me to 90kms and then, after puking in the arms of 2 giant trees and curling up to pray for mercy to the blanket of stars above, I asked my body what next? “ENOUGH” appeared inside of my inner vision and so I Did Not Finish. I pulled the pin and took off my Sinister Sports Black Spur Ultra race bib to take my leave.
ENOUGH. The body is AN AMAZING FREAKING MACHINE and I absolutely never get tired of watching it’s magic in action. How did I DNF at 90kms? Grace. HUMILITY and the privilege of placing my body in the throne. Again and again I bow to my QUEEN. She understands SO MUCH more than my tiny pre-programmed mind. Why did I continue into that second lap that fateful day? My heart. It was a journey. The groveling I endured was a significant death and that funeral needed to occur at some point. The veil that does become visible can choke us to ego death. And that is what they are crafted to do. Once we see them, we can’t unsee them (unless we spend a lifetime trying to mend them) and it is only a matter of time (and endless swims in the seas of potential resistance, attachment, grief etc). Veils are meant to fall. It’s only a matter of time once we experience the attachments that have been limiting us. Attachments to resistance, preventing us from accepting reality.
I DIGRESS…
It was a terrible experience and there was so much beauty. I REALLY like the Black Spur Ultra race course!!! The race itself was absolutely seamless from registration to package pick up and start/finish experience and throughout the entire course.
A big outgrown part of my racing ego died on the course that day. And I’m happy for that as it forever adds more light. I only have 2 hands. Do I choose to carry beliefs in them about myself that are wrapped in this physical realm? PAIN & SUFFERING. Judgments. Categories. Fractions.
What is left after we choose to let judgements go from the clinging fist? ACCEPTANCE = HARMONY in all things. I LOVE MY PHYSICAL BODY & WE ARE FREE!
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