Why I Went to Norway (And the Unexpected Way God Is Healing Me From the Inside Out)

I didn’t share everything when I left for Norway.

You saw the pictures. The views. The quiet moments tucked between long days.
But I didn’t tell you why I was really there… because honestly, I was still trying to process it myself.

Grief has a way of doing that.
It doesn’t just sit in your heart… it settles into your body.

And if I’m being really honest with you… These past months have taken a toll on me in ways I didn’t fully understand at first.

The exhaustion that sleep couldn’t fix. The inflammation. The brain fog. The feeling of just not quite being myself.

I kept showing up. Because that’s what we do, right?
We keep going for our kids. For our people. For the life in front of us.

But deep down, I knew…
something had to change.

A Door I Didn’t Expect

What I didn’t know is that God was already opening a door.

Lori with Norway Flag in front of Zinzino Factory


 

Many of you have known for years that I was part of It Works. That season taught me so much. It stretched me, grew me, and connected me to so many of you.

But what I didn’t see coming… was how that chapter would evolve.

That company has now merged into something entirely new.
A European-based health and wellness company called Zinzino… and I was invited to Norway to step into it before it even fully launches here in the United States.

And let me just say this…

This isn’t just another “thing.”
This feels different.


What Zinzino Is (And Why It Matters to Me)

Zinzino was founded by Norwegian entrepreneurs Hilde and Ørjan Sæle, and what drew me in immediately is their focus on something we don’t talk about enough:

Healing from the inside out.

Not quick fixes.
Not surface-level solutions.
Not covering things up.

But actually understanding what’s going on inside your body… and giving it what it needs to function the way God designed it to.

It’s test-based, personalized nutrition.
Which means you’re not guessing anymore… you’re actually learning what your body needs.

And for me?

After everything my body has walked through with grief…
this hit differently.

Because I don’t want to just “get by” anymore.

I want to feel strong again.
Clear again.
Alive again.


When Grief Becomes Physical

No one really prepares you for this part.

We talk about the heartbreak.
The memories.
The missing.

But we don’t always talk about how grief can settle into your physical body.

How it can affect your hormones.
Your energy.
Your immune system.
Your ability to even think clearly some days.

And I realized… I’ve been trying to carry all of this on my own.

Pushing through.
Ignoring what my body has been trying to tell me.

But maybe… just maybe…
God wasn’t calling me to push harder.

Maybe He was calling me to heal.


Why Norway Changed Something in Me

Being in Norway wasn’t just about a company.

It was about perspective.

It slowed me down.
It gave me space to breathe again.
And for the first time in a long time… I felt hopeful about what’s ahead.

Not because everything is fixed.
But because I finally feel like I’m moving in the right direction.


And Then… My Kids Said Yes

And this might be the part that means the most to me.

Ella and Kale are stepping into this alongside me.

And if you’re a mom… you understand why that hits so deep.

Because this isn’t just about business.
This is about legacy.
This is about healing as a family.
This is about building something together in a season that could have easily torn us apart.

Watching them say yes…
watching them find their own purpose in this…
has been one of the biggest blessings in the middle of so much pain.

Their “Why” Matters Too

One of the things I love most about this season is that it’s not just my story being written… it’s ours.

And each of them has their own reason for stepping into this.

Ella’s heart in this is so special to me.


She’s walking through her own season of becoming… of figuring out who she is, what she stands for, and how she wants to show up in the world. And what drew her in wasn’t just the opportunity… it was the deeper purpose behind it. The idea of helping women feel confident, supported, and strong again from the inside out. Watching her step into something that aligns with her voice, her faith, and her passion for encouraging others… it’s been really powerful to witness.

I’ve shared more of her heart and her “why” in a separate space because it deserves its own moment. Not just as my daughter… but as who she is becoming.

Click here to read about her story

And Kale…


His “yes” looks different, but it’s just as meaningful.

He’s always been steady. Thoughtful. The kind of person who doesn’t jump into things quickly… but when he does, you know it matters.

For him, this wasn’t about hype. It was about understanding. About learning how to take care of his body, how to build something for his future, and how to be part of something that actually makes a difference.

There’s something really special about watching your kids choose growth. Choose responsibility. Choose something bigger than themselves.

And he's shared more about his perspective too… because his story deserves to be told in his own way.

Read about his story here

And Me… Still Becoming Too

And then there’s me.

Still learning.
Still healing.
Still figuring out what this next chapter looks like.

But for the first time in a long time…
I feel like I’m not just surviving it.

I’m stepping into it.

If you’ve been here for a while, you know I don’t share things lightly.
And I don’t step into things unless I truly believe in them.

This isn’t about going backwards.
This is about stepping forward… in a way that feels aligned, intentional, and rooted in something deeper.

Lori with Zinzino Partner Kit Inspire Change in Life

This Is Just The Beginning

This is Part 1.

Because there’s so much more to share… not just about the company, but about what God is doing in me through it.

I didn’t go to Norway just for a trip.

I went because something in me needed to change.

And I truly believe…
this is the beginning of healing I didn’t even know I needed.

I’m so glad you’re here with me. 🤍

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…and that’s really why I said yes to Zinzino.

Not because everything is perfect or easy, but because I’ve lived what it feels like to be exhausted, overwhelmed, and searching for answers. I aligned with Zinzino because it’s rooted in helping people take back control of their health in a simple, sustainable way—without the confusion and guesswork.

I don’t share anything I don’t believe in, and this felt different. It felt like something that could truly help, not just me, but other busy moms walking through hard seasons, too. And if I can be a part of helping someone feel better, have more energy, and take one step toward healing… then that’s exactly why I’m here. 🤍

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  1. Crazy you bring this up now… I’ve been researching this as well. Wondering if it’s the next step I’m looking for. Both for my health & as a way to support my family. Thank you for sharing your perspective.

    1. Love to have you on the team!! Make sure to get started by clicking the link “Click Yes to Inspiring Change”

  2. Well, really this would be for myself and my husband. It’s a long story but I know all about grief. I know that’s not what it’s about, but I would be interested in hearing more about it. We are both on disability, but we are in our early 60s thank you

    1. Thank you so much for sharing that with me 🤍

      I’m really sorry that you know grief in that way… it’s something that changes you, and I truly believe it shapes how we see everything moving forward. I’m glad you reached out though… you’re not alone in that.

      And I love that you’re open to hearing more! This opportunity really is about meeting you where you are… whether that’s just bringing in a little extra income, having something of your own, or simply being part of a supportive community.

      Since you mentioned you’re both on disability, there’s absolutely no pressure… it’s something you can look into at your own pace and see if it feels like a good fit for your season of life.

      Here’s a page that walks through more about my journey and what it can look like:
      https://www.crazybusymama.com/be-your-own-boss/

      If you have any questions after looking through it, I’m here and happy to chat more 🤍

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