Karen Quiros's self-help memoir, "Starving the Wolf: A Victory Over Lupus," wins the prestigious International Impact Book Award and the Best Global Health & Wellness Award in 2024, recognizing her significant contribution to the wellness community.
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Karen Quiros's story is a testament to resilience and self-determination. Nearly 40 years ago, Karen was diagnosed with systemic and discoid lupus and given a prognosis of only five to seven years to live. Defying medical odds, she embarked on a journey of health management and emerged victorious, celebrating over 25 years of being completely lupus-free. Her experience forms the heart and soul of "Starving the Wolf," inspiring countless others to transform challenges into personal empowerment.
The title Starving the Wolf symbolizes Karen Quiros’s journey of depriving lupus, which is derived from the Latin word for "wolf," of what it needed to survive. By denying the disease its sustenance through wellness practices, lifestyle changes, and self-care, she was able to reclaim her health.
Her self-help memoir, "Starving the Wolf: A Victory Over Lupus," encapsulates her journey and provides readers with practical advice on managing chronic illness. The book has received the prestigious International Impact Book Award in 2024, highlighting Karen's significant contribution to the wellness community. Additionally, Karen Quiros has been honored with the Best Global Health & Wellness Award in 2024 by Best of Best Review. This recognition underscores her role as a wellness visionary and founder of Balanced Wellness Consulting, further solidifying her impact on holistic healing and personal empowerment.
Karen embarked on a transformative healing journey by integrating conventional and complementary therapies. Her approach included lifestyle changes, nutrition, improving gut health, exercise, and stress reduction. She explored herbal medicine and nutritional supplementation and embraced mindset and belief changes. Karen's philosophy emphasized active engagement in her health and making informed decisions tailored to her unique needs. Through extensive research and training as a nurse and certified health coach, combined with insights from natural health, yoga, meditation, and positive psychology, Karen developed a comprehensive healing approach that honored the complexity and individuality of her lupus journey.
Karen also developed the Heart's Burning Desire Bracelet Collection to underscore the importance of having a tangible anchor in the pursuit of healing goals. Each bracelet features a capsule with a small scroll for recording affirmations, desires, or goals, providing a constant reminder and aiding the wearer in maintaining focus and commitment throughout their healing journey.
At the heart of Starving the Wolf lies the philosophy of sovereign healing. This approach underscores the deep interconnection between trauma, thoughts, beliefs, fears, and the capacity for forgiveness, while emphasizing the importance of sovereignty in the healing process. Karen asserts that true healing extends beyond the physical, requiring a holistic approach that integrates the mind, body, and soul, and empowers individuals to take charge of their own journey to wellness
“When the allopathic community gave me a prognosis of just five to seven years and stated there was no cure—offering only medication for symptom relief, physical therapy, and a lupus support group—I felt compelled to take healing into my own hands,” Karen explains. “Achieving this resulted from a decade of rigorous research, persistent trial and error, and unwavering resilience and determination. This journey included significant lifestyle changes, stress management, and evidence-based complementary therapies. My healing process was supported by a carefully curated team of physicians who encouraged my decision to take control of my health.” This journey has reinforced her belief in exploring diverse approaches and actively participating in one’s healing process. She emphasizes that a diagnosis is “only a name given to a set of symptoms, not a definitive outcome.” Her journey demonstrates that healing requires "unwavering determination and a thirst for knowledge." Her story serves as a testament to the power of resilience, the importance of self-empowerment, and the transformative impact of integrating diverse healing modalities.
Karen's journey also involved overcoming limiting beliefs and fears. “In retrospect, I believe that it was these limiting beliefs and my tendency to second-guess my intuition that kept me trapped in a state of illness,” she reflects. By focusing on her desired outcomes rather than her current reality, she shifted her mindset from one of limitation to one of possibility and empowerment.
"Starving the Wolf" is more than just a brand; it is a vibrant community dedicated to sovereign healing and personal growth. Through workshops and online platforms, members share their journeys, gain insights, and inspire one another. This community extends beyond individual transformation, contributing to a broader movement that advocates for a balanced and comprehensive approach to healthcare.
The work of "Starving the Wolf" has been recognized through prestigious accolades, including the International Impact Book Award in 2024 for "Starving the Wolf: A Victory Over Lupus." This recognition underscores the significant contribution of Karen and her team to the wellness community and their ongoing commitment to helping individuals achieve their health goals.
"Starving the Wolf" is a movement dedicated to empowering individuals to take control of their health and lives through natural and comprehensive means. Founded by Karen Quiros, a health advocate who overcame systemic and discoid lupus, the company offers transformative workshops, programs, and products that inspire and guide individuals on their journey to wellness.
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