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Sonja Murray

A Journey of Integration in Healthcare, Motherhood, and Advocacy

Updated: Mar 18

Balancing multiple roles in life can be a challenging endeavor. As both a Doctor of Acupuncture and Registered Nurse, a mother, and an advocate for health autonomy, these roles seamlessly intertwine, creating a unique tapestry of purpose and fulfillment. In this blog post, I'll share my personal experience of how there is no separation between how I live my life, care for my family, and practice medicine. Through the lens of holistic health, ancestral wisdom, and community engagement, I have discovered the beauty of integration in these diverse roles.



Holistic Health: A Guiding Principle:

My journey into holistic health began long before I became a healthcare professional or a mother. Growing up swimming in the lake and riding my bike on dirt roads, I developed a deep connection with nature. I believe that a happy, healthy life is achievable through our relationship with our environment. This philosophy has become the guiding principle in both my personal life and professional practice.


Seamless Integration:

As a practitioner, I provide hands-on care that incorporates ancient modalities like acupuncture, fire cupping, moxibustion, and herbal medicine, while keeping attune to the advancements of modern medicine. These practices resonate deeply with the principles of balance and harmony found in nature. Just as I guide the flow of Qi in my patients, I also seek balance in my own life, ensuring that my family and work are in harmony.


Motherhood as a Source of Inspiration:

Becoming a mother has been a profound source of inspiration in my journey. It's not just about balancing motherhood with my career; it's about integrating them. I've found that the same principles that guide my medical practice apply to nurturing my family. From regenerative nutrition to breath work, I incorporate holistic health practices into my family's daily life, ensuring that we all thrive.


Advocacy for Health Autonomy: Empowering Women:

My role as an advocate for health autonomy stems from my belief in empowering individuals, especially women, to take charge of their wellbeing. Through my online program, Confident Conception, I educate and support aspiring mothers in creating a healthy body and mindset for pregnancy. It's about understanding the root causes of symptoms, fostering health autonomy, and embracing self-sovereignty in one's health decisions.


Community Engagement: Fostering Connection:

One of the key aspects of my journey has been community engagement. Just as I believe in the interconnectedness of all things in nature, I recognize the importance of fostering connections within my community. This includes collaborating with other healthcare professionals, supporting local initiatives, and creating a network of holistic health enthusiasts.


Conclusion: A Journey of Integration:

Balancing roles as a healthcare professional, a mother, and an advocate for health autonomy is not about compartmentalization; it's about integration. My journey has shown me that there is no separation between how I live my life, care for my family, and practice medicine. Through holistic health, ancestral wisdom, and community engagement, I've discovered the path to balance and harmony in these diverse roles, all while leading with love and compassion.


In the end, it's not about finding a balance between these roles; it's about creating a life where they seamlessly coexist, bringing joy and purpose to my journey.




Dr Murray, Her Husband & Son Gather for a Family Photo
Dr Murray & Family

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