Yoga… it all began in India thousands of years ago, and has now become a popular form of exercise and meditation for millions of people around the world. Yoga combines meditation, breathing exercises, stretching through various postures, and deep relaxation techniques that combine to provide a holistic approach to physical, mental, and spiritual wellbeing. The …
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It’s that time of year again. The season of mass Halloween candy rush has ended (until next time). The parties have stopped. And the pile of sugar earned from a hard night’s work of Trick or Treating never seems to end. What is one to do with all that left over candy??? I definitely don’t …
Summertime wouldn’t be the same without those barefoot moments, sandals, beach time, pool time, or making memories at the lake. None of which you’ll want regular shoes for. Treat your feet to some self-care using these gorgeous-smelling DIY Pedicure recipes featuring lavender essential oil, peppermint essential oil, tea tree essential oil, and eucalyptus essential oil. …
It is that time of year… the weather is gorgeous and beckoning for you to come out and enjoy the sun, some shade, and some warm weather fun. And for those pesky little bugs that love to take advantage of your outdoor adventures and feast on your skin. If you’re anything like me, those little …
We’ve all been there… feeling great one moment… and then you crash hard, ready for a mid-afternoon nap that your job (and kids) frown upon. Most of us aren’t able to hide away for the coveted afternoon siesta, but still find that we need more energy. If you’re still using toxic energy drinks to get through …
Have you heard?? We just read through an article by one of our favorite physicians, Dr Mercola, where he discussed how plastic microbeads have been found in 90% of sea salt! If you haven’t read the article, you can read it here >> Ninety Percent of Sea Salt Contains Plastic But we need salt… right? …
This recipe for our DIY patchouli hair mask features apple cider vinegar and Patchouli essential oil is the ultimate hair conditioner. Not only is it incredibly nourishing to your hair and scalp, it may also help restore and maintain your hair’s natural pH levels. The pH balance of hair is between 4.5 and 5.5. Many …
Our world is full of toxins. Toxic chemicals can be found in our environment, with little we can do about it. Toxins can be found in our homes. Toxins can be found in our food. Toxins are found just about everywhere… So what’s the point? Why avoid them? I get it. We’re all surrounded by …
I’ll never forget… those 8 excruciatingly long years living in my own version of Hell. I’ve shared my wellness journey over at our But You Don’t Look Sick post… but I hadn’t taken the time to actually spill my heart on video… until now… Seizures Mobility difficulty Cognitive difficulty Chronic weakness Chronic fatigue Chronic pain Severe, …
Recently I was asked: “Can I use essential oils in my hair?” by a friend who recently had a baby. Her question made me think back to when my first son was born, I remember all too well what it was like being 3 months postpartum when my hair fell out by the handful. I …
Whether you’re looking to fall in love with yourself, or to enhance your relationship with your significant other… you won’t want to miss out on this Valentine’s Day Gift Guide! The gift of touch… Not much is more sensual than a good massage… whether you’re taking time for self-care to slather on some intoxicating aromas, …
Have you ever spent the week between Christmas and New Year’s Eve carefully plotting out how to kick old self-destructive habits and develop new healthy habits… to become so excited about the New You that you will embrace in this New Year… only for March to suddenly appear and you’ve totally fallen off the bandwagon? …
We see this question asked all the time: “can someone be allergic to essential oils?” There is so much misinformation all over the internet online that we thought you would appreciate hearing the truth straight from the mouth of our favorite pharmacist, Lindsey Elmore. I strongly encourage you to listen through the video. I know …
Dry skin is no joke… especially in the winter time when there is less moisture in the air. Don’t you hate when your feet feel like sandpaper?? Feeling the need to keep socks on at night just so you don’t scratch your legs in your sleep… that never-ending itching… nothing seems to help… Perhaps it’s …
If there was one phrase that I most often heard during my twenties, it would be: “… but you don’t look sick.” To anyone with unexplained, undiagnosed, autoimmune or “hidden” health problems, this phrase is in and of itself cringe-worthy. No, I didn’t look sick. Not until my face went pale while my eyes rolled …