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The holidays are here, and amidst the hustle and bustle, it’s easy to lose sight of what matters most: connection. This season, we’re sharing six simple yet impactful ways to deepen family bonds while keeping health and well-being at the forefront. From outdoor activities and healthy cook-offs to thoughtful conversations and moments of self-care, these ideas are designed to bring you closer to the ones you love. Plus, don’t miss our favourite gift ideas, nourishing holiday recipes, and special offers to help you celebrate in style.
We’re celebrating 7 years of Faithfully Guided Health Center! From our humble beginnings as Ocala’s first full-person health center to serving over 5,000 patients, our journey has been one of faith, dedication, and community support.
We’ve all had “gut feelings,” experienced a “butterfly sensation” in our stomachs, or felt “gut-wrenched” about something that has us concerned. It may surprise you to learn that these instances are not all in our heads but are physical signs of the body’s gut-brain connection. The gastrointestinal tract’s (GI) enteric nervous system is even often […]
It has been a while since we co-wrote a blog and let me tell you: we are thrilled about it! If you are new to us, let us officially welcome you! Who We Are Our vision is nearly two decades in the making. It started when Jamie, a pastoral counselor with a heart for educational […]
There are few words that evoke such emotion as the word “cancer.” It can mean different things for different people. For me, my journey to healing looked a lot like listening to my body, putting my health first, and leaning on those around me. Through the peaks and valleys of my journey, the unwavering support […]
The holidays can be an undoubtedly stressful time of the year with all of the social, familial, and work obligations — not to mention the pressure to gift your loved ones well. While there is nothing wrong with a thoughtfully chosen tie or cookware, our Faithfully Guided team wants to offer some ideas for gifts […]
As the holiday season approaches, it brings with it more opportunities than perhaps at any other time of the year to be together with family and friends. But for some people, it also comes with feelings of stress or trepidation over past disappointments, traumatic experiences, and loss. Fortunately, there are ways to intentionally connect in […]
Technology may be the ultimate double-edged sword of the modern age. On the one hand, it allows us easier access to information. It is a means of keeping up with the people we care about — on the other, it provides opportunities for mindless scrolling that soon results in sensory overload. While spending hours on […]
As we approach the holidays, health can often take a backseat to the upcoming responsibilities and festivities. If you are looking to give yourself or someone you love gifts that will invest in whole-person health, see gifts that our founders, Dr. Ashlee & Jamie, love this season. Purpose We believe in the life-changing results proactive […]
Families often relax rules, exercise less, and form less-than-healthy habits during the summer. As students go back to school in the fall and experience pressure from seemingly every angle, it’s an opportune time to reintroduce healthy habits in your home, focusing on mental, emotional, and physical wellness. The Faithfully Guided team is committed to helping […]
For six weeks, we will be focusing on The Daniel Plan’s five health essentials—faith, food, fitness, focus, and friends—much like our five pillars of health here at FGHC. Get ready! We’re rolling out the challenge on Sunday, January 6 at the first weekly group meeting at Faithfully Guided Health Center at 5:30 pm. Bring […]
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