Most of us have heard the same advice for years and years: drink more water. It's simple, easy to remember, and generally good advice. But if you've ever felt like you're doing everything "right" and still not quite feeling your best, hydration might be one of the reasons why. Because the truth is, hydration is not just about how much water you drink. It's about how your body absorbs it, uses it, and maintains balance throughout the day. WHAT'S ACTUALLY HAPPENING IN YOUR BODY Your body is constantly working to maintain a very specific balance of fluids inside and outside your cells. This balance is what allows your muscles to contract properly, your brain to communicate clearly, and your energy levels to stay steady. Water is a critical part of that system, but it doesn't work alone. Electrolytes - minerals like sodium, potassium, and magnesium - help regulate how water moves through your body. They act as a kind of control system, guiding fluids into your cells and helping maintain the environment your body depends on to function well. Without enough of these minerals, the water you drink may not be used as efficiently as you'd expect. WHY YOU CAN DRINK WATER AND STILL FEEL OFF This is where things start to feel a little confusing for people. You might be carrying a water bottle, refilling it throughout the day, and still noticing moments where your energy dips or your focus feels slightly off. It's not necessarily dehydration in the obvious sense, but more of a subtle imbalance. When electrolyte levels are low, your body has a harder time holding onto and properly distributing fluids. That can lead to water moving through your system quickly rather than being absorbed where it's needed most. The result is a feeling that's hard to pinpoint. Not exhausted, not sick, just not quite at your best. THE ROLE OF ELECTROLYTES IN EVERYDAY LIFE It's easy to associate electrolytes with intense workouts or long days in the heat. but your body uses them constantly. They support:

What a fun day today, at the Orlando Pickle Festival! I was there to volunteer for One Heard for Women and Children. Lots of crazy food choices, all of it under $10. Pickle pizza, pickle ice cream, pickle everything. Every food truck had a “pickle themed choice”! There were also craft vendors, t-shirts, popcorn, ice cream, lots of yummy choices. It was a hoot. I noticed all walks of life. People from every generation, it was so much fun. Just chatting with the attendees, while checking them in; Scanning tickets and placing bracelets on their wrists. Making idle chatter and small talk. Everyone was so nice. I would joke and say, she’ll scan ya and I’ll wrist band ya! (I was a poet and didn’t even know it)! People laughed.. no one seemed to have a "chip" on their shoulder. They were all kind. There were so many people that suffered heat stroke. One lady was sitting down, and she just all of the sudden tossed her lunch, covered it with dirt, and did it again! I asked her if she was OK, she said, yes, I am just overheated. I have water. I went and got the paramedics. She needed to get out of the sun and they needed to get her a barf bag and electrolytes. I am actually not sure what they did for her. Another girl, literally collapsed, while waiting in the pickled pretzel line. Which, BTW was the longest line out of all of the food trucks. Except maybe one of the ice cream trucks. I love being a part of something bigger than me. This event was raising money for One Heart for Women and Children. I love that. It allows me to love on people in our community. It fills my heart for sure. When I left, I couldn’t help but reflect of some of the children that were clearly obese. It’s just sad that we’re not teaching our children the importance of moving your body. Eating Whole Foods and not feeding them crap all of the time. As adults, we should do better. Our kids deserve better. It’s not about vanity, or being skinny. It’s about long term health and living a full life.

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I started this book again, for the 4th or 5th time, reading/listening to (JP) Justin Prince's book, Be The One. I give it 10*! Best book I've ever read. And reading, in the past, was a struggle. Justin says, "If you're not learning, you're not growing!" So, reading has become a part of my journey. Some audible. Some reading. Some both. In this case, I recommend both. Justin't book has pages for you to write. And, that's another thing. I am writing. Without the use of AI, so, (BIG WIN) this post is raw, real, Christine - getting in touch with her NEW IDENTITY. I think you'll enjoy it. I know I am. _________________________________________ I wanted to share a bit about the book, and what I am learning. Justin says, don't just read a book, study it. I am finally committed to doing just that. I am studying "Be The One." Chapter 4 challenges the reader to "Clarify your 3D Vision". How many of you have actually sat down and done that? I can tell you, I have never done that. In the book, JP asks the question, "What is my vision?" "What do I really want to do with my life?" To "be the one" you must live and lead your life with vision. Mine, I am still working on it. 58 years young, and I have never defined my vision. Which, Justin emphasizes, most of us have not yet CLEARLY defined our vision. I mean, we know what we want, to be financially free, to make a difference in this world.. High performers can state what they want to achieve and why it matters to them, without delay. Can you do that? Me either.... A clearly defined vision sits on top of your tongue, not in the back of your mind. Until now, it's sat in the back of my mind. I finally understand the assignment ..... I am not who I was.. I am who I am meant to be...I am who God created me to be. I am resilient..an overcomer of challenges. I inspire others to live an intentional life. I am thoughtful of others and meet them where they are. Part of Justin's book, is to write 3 things you have already accomplished. Things like - receiving my Certified Medical Nail Technician License in 2020 - after CoV shut the world down. Receiving 2 promotions, in 16 months at my job. Started a Nail Business in 2018-2021.