E02: Finding Freedom Through Travel: Intro to Mallory and Kindall

Traveling Texas Moms

Are you a busy mom looking for balance between adventure and responsibility? Join Mallory and Kindall this week as they discuss just that!

In this episode, Mallory shares details about her upcoming religious pilgrimage to Lourdes, France in search of healing miracles. Diagnosed with Crohn's disease years ago, she's tried numerous remedies and is open to spiritual guidance on her health journey. Kindall also offers tips for holistic wellness, from small diet changes to daily routines that support clear-mindedness. And both share ideas for taking on small-scale farming with kids in tow.

Tune in to learn from these Texas moms as they've found ways to nurture their families while living life to the fullest. Don't miss out on the travel insights and laughs!

Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:

• Mallory’s diagnosis with Crohn's disease and how it's shaped her outlook
• Kindall’s teaching career and working for her father's business
• The pros and cons of raising chickens on family property
• Mallory's hydroponic gardening system
• Kindall's certification process as a personal trainer

Episode Highlights:

[10:53] Chasing Miracles in Lourdes

Mallory shares her plans to visit the site of healing miracles in Lourdes, France later this year. She hopes the religious pilgrimage will provide spiritual guidance as she continues her health journey. After years of struggling with Crohn's disease, Mallory is open to any experience that could potentially relieve her symptoms and bring her peace.

[21:04] Resetting Habits for Holistic Health

Kindall discusses her efforts to take a more natural approach to wellness after the changes of the past few years. From analyzing daily routines to switching out plastic items, she shares small steps listeners can take to clear their minds and focus on overall well-being. Taking time each day to focus on self-care can work wonders for clearing the mind and supporting overall well-being, even during busy seasons.

[22:45] Clean and Mindful Eating Ideas

Mallory reflects on changes she made to her diet after receiving a Crohn's disease diagnosis. Managing symptoms of the condition led her to clean up her eating habits and focus on more nutritious, whole foods. She eliminated processed items and embraced a plant-rich diet, aiming to reduce inflammation and feel her best. This reset encouraged Mallory to be more mindful of what fuels her body and support her gut health on an ongoing basis.