In the spring of 2025, right before I went on stage to speak at a professional event about using food as medicine, I was making small talk with two male CEOs that I know who employ tens of thousands of people around the world. When I shared that we had two kids in one year, their response was: “Learn to close your legs, girl,” followed by, “Didn’t you learn to say no?” My jaw dropped. I awkwardly laughed because I didn’t know what to say. I’ve been thinking about that moment again this morning. In 2026, I’m not overhauling my life. I’m getting more focused on what matters — investing deeper in my health, standing up for myself when needed, and working on not feeling guilty about it. In addition to awkwardly laughing it off, I then felt nervous to share the story in the rare chance they might see it. Here’s my 2026 energy: ✨I am worthy of respect and that has to start internally. Self-respect sets the standard for how others show up for you. ✨I am worthy of leaning into a healthie...