920 Wellness Studio - Appleton

A little **out-of-office + family time** before the school year begins! 🏕️🌲🤎

Starting **Thursday afternoon**, I’ll be heading out of town for a camping trip with my family and will have **limited to no cell service**.

I’ll be unplugging, soaking up time with my family, and making some memories before school starts. 🤍

If you send an **email, text, or message** while I’m away, please know I’m not ignoring you! I’ll respond to all messages when I’m back **Monday**.

Thank you so much for your patience and understanding. Grateful for a few days to slow down, unplug, and enjoy this time together. 🌿✨

Dr M

🥦 **GOOD. BETTER. BEST.** 💚

One of the biggest mindset shifts we teach our patients at FVFM is this:

**Stop chasing perfection. Start chasing consistency.**

Let's use broccoli as an example:

🥦 **GOOD:** Frozen broccoli from the freezer aisle.
➡️ Is it the "perfect" option? No.
➡️ Is it still packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals? Absolutely.

🥦 **BETTER:** Organic broccoli from your local grocery store.
➡️ Choosing organic can help reduce pesticide exposure while still being convenient and accessible.

🥦 **BEST:** Organic broccoli grown in your own garden or purchased from a trusted local farmer.
➡️ Fresh, nutrient-dense, and grown without unnecessary chemicals.

Here's the truth...

If your choice today is between frozen broccoli or no vegetables at all...

👉 **Choose the frozen broccoli.**

Health isn't built by making the "best" choice once.
It's built by making **good choices consistently**.

At Fox Valley Functional Medicine, we don't believe in all-or-nothing thinking. We believe in meeting you where you are and helping you take the next faithful step forward.

Because sometimes...
✨ Good is exactly what your season allows.
✨ Better is something you grow into.
✨ Best is a long-term goal—not today's requirement.

Progress over perfection.
Consistency over intensity.
Faithfulness over flawless.

*"Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord..."* — **Colossians 3:23**

💗 Tell us in the comments:
**What is one "Good" choice you're making this week to care for the body God has given you?**

💙 **APPLETON, WE’RE HERE FOR EACH OTHER.** 💙

Today’s tornado has impacted so many families in our community. While we can’t undo what’s happened, we *can* come together and make sure no one feels alone.

🚂 **Let’s start a Needs Train.**

If you or someone you know needs:
💧 Water
🥫 Food
🍼 Baby supplies
🐶 Pet food
🔋 Chargers or batteries
🧻 Hygiene items
🏠 A place to stay
❤️ Or anything else...

Please leave a comment below with:
• What you need
• General area (if you’re comfortable sharing)
• The best way for someone to contact you

If you’re in a position to help, please read through the comments and reply directly to those you can serve. Whether you have extra bottled water, a hot meal, a chainsaw, a generator, or simply time to lend a hand—every act of kindness matters.

Let’s use this post to connect neighbors with neighbors.

*”Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.”* — **Galatians 6:2**

Appleton is resilient. We are stronger together than we are apart. ❤️

Please share this post so we can reach as many people as possible.

LoveYourNeighbor HandsAndFeetOfJesus

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Have your kids made you rip your hair out this week?

Meet Internal Peace—designed specifically to soothe your mind and body without making you tired or sleepy. Just pure, peaceful focus and relaxation.

​🍓 Tasting Notes: Fresh Strawberry + Lavender

​Why you’ll love it:
​🧘 Reduces Stress & Tension:
Naturally helps manage daily stress and lower cortisol levels.
​💭 Quiets the Mind:
Promotes mental clarity without dulling your senses.
​😴 Supports Better Rest:
Helps you unwind so falling asleep later is easier and more restorative.
​⚖️ Balances Your Mood:
Fosters a steady, peaceful emotional state throughout your day.

What’s inside?

👉​Ashwagandha: Powerful adaptogen that lowers cortisol and manages anxiety.
👉​Skullcap: Calms the nervous system while keeping your mental clarity sharp.
👉​Holy Basil (Tulsi): The "Queen of Herbs" that helps your body adapt to physical and mental stress.
👉​Lavender: Has a direct soothing effect to melt away physical tension.
👉​Lemon Balm: Gentle mint-family herb that boosts mood and peaceful awareness.

​Have you had quite the week and need to chill the duck out?

Come grab our internal peace shake, and a cheesecake bar to really take the edge off.