Functional IQ Essays
Functional IQ is where faith, psychology, health, and practical wisdom come together. This section features essays designed to help women think clearly, understand patterns, and make wiser choices in everyday life. The goal is not just inspiration, but insight you can actually use.
The Nervous System Cost of Being Reactive or Approval Driven
You ever walk away from a tense conversation and feel like you just ran a mile. Your jaw is tight. Your chest feels weird. Your mind is replaying every sentence.
Fiber: The Quiet Overachiever in Your Gut, Immunity, and Metabolism
Picture this: you are doing all the “healthy things.†You have a cute water bottle. You are hitting protein goals. You even bought chia seeds. And yet, your digestion is
Fermented Beverages and Body Fat Reduction: What the Science Actually Suggests About Metabolic Benefits
If you have ever stared at your midsection and thought, “I can eat clean and lift weights, so why is this still here,†you are not alone. And if you
The Health Benefits of Fermented Foods and Drinks: What the Science Actually Says
You have probably seen it. Somebody is sipping kombucha like it is a personality trait. Someone else is posting their sourdough starter like it is a newborn. Your friend swears
NAC and Glutathione: The Real Reason This Supplement Helps Some People
What science actually shows Glutathione (GSH) is one of your body’s main internal protection systems. It is the primary antioxidant inside your cells, and it helps your body stay steady
The Bigger Picture Behind Division in America
The church is missing it. We’ve become so entangled in partisan politics—left, right, red, blue—that we’re blind to the larger picture. Scripture already warned us about what’s unfolding, yet many
God’s Love Saved Me, But So Did His Warning
There’s a trend I’ve been seeing lately among believers, especially women who serve Christ, and I can’t stay quiet about it. It’s the idea that we shouldn’t focus on sin
Consistency Isn’t Just About Discipline. It’s About Alignment
We’ve come to know consistency as the discipline of doing things on time, in order, with excellence. We call it routine. We attach it to productivity. We equate it with
Built to Be Liked or Called to Be Whole?
I was having a conversation not too long ago about social media. A young person was asking me why I strongly recommend that they stay out of social media at