Amanda Bristow

We all have timelines, and goals that we want to achieve. However, life gets in the way and I believe that God will open and close doors for us despite what we might want. I recently was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease and this has affected many aspects of my life. I have had to rely on my husband for so many more things, he truly has been amazing and such a support system for me. Laundry, chores, dinner, meal preps, you name it he has been doing it. This diagnosis does not define who I am now, its just 1 thing about me.

 

Through this, I have decided that I am going to change my lifestyle. I have teamed up with Beauty Counter and decided that I am no longer going to accept the toxins that are in our foods, beauty products, hair products, house products, etc. I am going to make a change for myself and for my family. I am excited to begin this journey with Beauty Counter and this journey in becoming a better and healthier version of myself. I hope to inspire and take you along on this journey. I will be honest about what works and what does not work for me. Show before pictures of my fitness, struggle with acne, and much more. I tell you all this because my life is not perfect and now with my autoimmune struggles I hope to have a community where we can all be vulnerable and share our struggles but, most importantly have a safe place where we can help inspire and motivate one another to be the best version of yourself.

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Though this year has been one of the hardest years health wise, I will not give up. Yet, I believe that God has opened this door for me to tell my story, and share both the good and bad with all of you. I have had to stop my PhD program, and stop coaching Cheerleading. Two things that I love, but, God had other plans and I am learning to trust that. I encourage you to listen to Him, even if it’s something you maybe don’t won’t to hear. I was set on getting my PhD and becoming a Professor and maybe that’s the plan years from now, but, God is telling me to slow down and take a break. I encourage you to take time each day and talk to Him. Though this was not my plan, not my timeline I am trusting Him. I am excited to begin this healthy lifestyle and hope to encourage you through my journey.

 

I hope you follow along as I learn with you and share with you this lifestyle!

 

Xo Amanda