02/02/2026
FROM THE FOUNDER:
Iâve noticed something about myself over the past few months, and maybe you feel it too. In a world filled with uncertainty, I find myself searching for light. For reminders that goodness still exists. For moments of peace, purpose, and hope that cut through the noise.
As much as I do not enjoy social media, that search led me to the journey of the Venerable Theravada Buddhist monks walking 2,300 miles from Fort Worth, Texas to Washington, DC on their âWalk for Peace.â Step by step, they carry a message of compassion and mindfulness across the country. Watching their journey and the growing number of people walking alongside them, has been a powerful reminder that beneath our differences, we are all yearning for meaning, connection, and something greater than ourselves.
And then thereâs Aloka, the star of the journey!
Aloka is a stray Indian dog rescued and adopted by the monks. His name means âdivine light,â and he has faithfully accompanied them every mile. He doesnât need certainty or a finish line. He simply walks - present, loyal, and joyful. Aloka has become a symbol of peace and love, reminding us that purpose often comes from commitment to the journey, not the destination.
The monks often use the word âsadhuâ. More than praise, âsadhuâ is a shared joy - a recognition that goodness exists and deserves to be honored. Itâs a way of celebrating what is kind, true, and meaningful, planting small seeds of happiness within ourselves.
As I walk along the beach at sunset with my own dog, Eiffel, I feel this deeply. Dogs donât rush the process. They trust the path. They remind us that movement is healing, presence is powerful, and we donât have to walk alone.
Whether your love right now is directed toward your dog, your people, your body, or your own healing journey, know this: there is still light in the world. Every time you move your body with intention, care for it, and listen to it, you honor your own walk for peace.
This month of love isnât about perfection. Itâs about kindness, especially toward yourself. Maybe your goals feel heavy. Maybe your body feels tired. Thatâs okay. All it takes is one step. One moment of âsadhuâ - acknowledging what is still strong and good within you.
And when the path feels hard, Functionize Health is here to walk beside you. Because setbacks donât define you, they shape you. And getting knocked down is never the end of the journey.
From my heart to yours: keep walking. Keep believing. Let love, and maybe a four-legged guide, lead the way. đž
In Good Health,
Lauren Sok, founder
