KIMBERLY GILLAN

TERESA VELARDI is from Far North Queensland , Australia . She is a professional strategic planner , economist , cancer survivor , determined woman , mom , wife , and author . She uses fundamental economic principles to create revolutionary answers on your minimum spending to live your best life . When Kimberley had to stop work due to illness , drastic changes were needed for her family to keep a roof over their heads . The challenge was “ how low could she go on groceries ” while providing the 17 most essential vitamins and minerals her family needed and still having weekly treats , snacks , and celebrations . Over seven years of trial and error , she learned more than how to survive ; she learned a recipe for a better life . Her book , How Low Can You Go ? Nutritious Meals , From $ 50 Per Person Per Week , has over 80 recipes that prove we can do it . It is more than a recipe book ; it gives us the edge in a crisis , from what foods to buy and when to supermarket psychology . It tells us how to stay ahead of the game when things change , like when a favorite food becomes expensive and ideas on free foods that might be right under our feet . It is a tremendous treat to have Kimberly share her inspiring and empowering life story , “ Being A Good Mom During Hard Times ,” in our Notes From The Fridge section . is an author , speaker , publisher , host of the Conversations That Make a Difference podcast , coach , and potter . Michelangelo , the famous 15thcentury artist and sculptor , said , “ Every block of stone has a statue inside it , and it is the sculptor ’ s task to discover it .” His job was to remove the excess stone to reveal the beauty within . Similarly , Teresa uses the art of pottery to illustrate how each ball of clay can be transformed into a beautiful work of art with the touch of the potter ’ s hand . She guides her clients through the process of centering , molding , shaping , and walking through the fire of challenges to effect positive life change as they gracefully and powerfully embrace the work of art they already are . Teresa found her passion and purpose through life ’ s challenges while trusting God ’ s plan . Gratitude , hope , and kindness are her heart-centered approach to life . Her abilities as a writer , editor , and publisher are vital ingredients she offers to those who share their message with the world on her podcast and through her publishing platform . Her daily quiet time , writing , gratitude , hope , and kindness practice keep her focused on her God-given purpose as life unfolds in our everchanging world . I am delighted Teresa shares her inspiring and empowering story , “ Three Simple Things ,” for our Spiritual Living section .

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