Aromatherapy, a widely used form of alternative medicine, utilizes an array of essential oils to bring about an incredible number of positive results for both the body and the mind. And while essential oils, coming from the pure essences of plants and flowers, are the primary medium used in aromatherapy, they are not the only…
Have you ever laid in bed trying to sleep while a constant stream of thoughts flow through your mind? Do you perpetually think about random thoughts throughout the day? Law of Attraction According to the Law of Attraction, you will receive whatever is predominantly on your mind. If your mind is producing chaotic, non-random thoughts, then…
Your brain is what makes you human. It brings you pleasure, memories, solves your problems, and connects you with Mother Nature. Without memory, we require constant care from family, friends, or total strangers, and we become a burden on the people we love the most, and none of us want that to happen. You can…
Recent frightening information regarding the development of new, antibiotic-resistant strains of MRSA and flesh-eating bacteria appearing in hospitals around the country have led to fears concerning the efficacy of antibiotic treatment. Findings indicate that even the last-stand antibiotic Vancomycin is no longer effective against the ravages of deadly MRSA and other flesh-eating infections. Below are…
“Eating is not a crime. It’s not a moral issue. It’s normal. It’s enjoyable. It just is.” ~Carrie Arnold Like many women, I was introduced to diet “tricks” and “hacks” at a young age. In my case, that was around twelve to thirteen years old. I consumed magazines and movies that constantly reminded me about…
The signs of stress are all too familiar: the quickening heartbeat, tense muscles and explosive reaction to something small. Avoiding situations that test your patience may be impossible, but it is possible to reduce stress accompanying these unpleasant events. The secret, say the experts, lies in one crucial art: finding the humor. Adapting this mindset…
I grew up dancing for hours a day with a strict ballet background. The strong discipline that is needed to practice such long hours each day created a high thresh hold for pain. No matter how tired, over worked, or injured I was, I was always taught to fight or work through my pain and…
Holistic has many definitions, some call it who-ha, others spiritual, others educated. I like to think of a holistic life as a wise life, you live a life that you know will be better by looking at the ‘big-picture’, living life as whole. What we think, do, say, eat, practice, believe in and our impact on others and the planet are all…
“God, what a beautiful beach. Calm. Nice translucent turquoise water. I should really go back to Thailand. I wonder what time it is in Thailand. But… why is there a mangy German Shepherd on my beach? Orange collar. That makes no sense. Kind of looks like John’s dog. Actually, I owe John a call. Did…
It is now a known fact the changing your mind can change your brain. Neuroscience has made amazing progress in this area by using powerful equipment such as the Functional MRI. Studies of meditators confirm this same conclusion. Over the December holidays, my husband went on a 10-day silent meditation retreat. Not my idea of fun, but…