Meditating, journaling, and tapping into our chakras has become the norm these days with an increase in wellness studios and mindfulness apps popping up left and right. Whenever we are faced with a challenge, the advice I hear is to stop, drop and meditate or to write until the brain is relaxed. Long before wellness became
I love, love this easy-to-make linen spray combination of lavender, thieves and purification oil, and you will too! This aroma combination encompasses the essence of tranquility and bliss! To make this wonderful spray I use: 1 oz witch hazel 1 oz water 3 drops thieves 3 drops lavender 3 drops purification Add all ingredients to
Autumn is my favorite time of year. From pumpkin and apple picking to the the spirit of Halloween, it’s a season that magically taps into all your sensations from scent to sight. If you’re lucky enough to live in New England, the fall foliage is picturesque with robust colors of yellow, red and orange gracing
The importance of observing Yom Kippur or acts of kindness and forgiveness all year is essential. Change (for the better) is a process. It takes steps, it takes lots of introspection, dedication, recognition and continual connection to the higher-self, the universe, and for some, continued connection to one’s temple, church or place of worship throughout
Pregnancy Meditation by Mindworks Pregnant women have to cope with a number of emotional and physical challenges. Hormonal changes can lead to mood swings, increased appetite and nausea, to name but a few. Meditation during pregnancy helps mothers-to-be cope with these changes by fostering relaxation and re-centering. In addition to enhancing peace of mind, meditation
Stress. It seems to be the constant that we can’t escape due to our busy lives, the news, and everyday challenges. If you’re like me, stress can sometimes take over, draining the mind and body. While I do practice mindfulness, stress can be triggered easily by what’s going on in the world. And while I
Back-to-School Prep: Emotional and Mental Safety By Jennifer Freed, Ph.D. via GOOP Katy is sobbing as she says goodbye to her summer friends. She feels worried about the coming school year and how she will fit in with her new buzz cut. On top of a challenging school schedule for his junior year, Sam has
Looking for a new bath essential for your wellness cabinet? This incredible sugar scrub will leave your body smelling fresh with nourished and silky skin. Ingredients: – 1/2 cup of coconut oil – 1/2 cup of sugar – 20 to 25 drops of Grapefruit EO – 10 to 15 drops of Peppermint EO Directions: Mix
If you’re like me, your cuticles are dry and nails are brittle, particularly in the cold and extremely hot seasons. Or from being a mom dealing with multiple baby wipes, hand cleaners and other drying solutions. Well, because time is of the essence this easy-breezy DIY nail serum is this mama’s dream come true. ITEMS:
Life’s busy for everyone, but if we can get one thing simply done, Amen! When it comes to our precious jewelry, keeping them sparkly-clean is essential. An easy-breezy DIY cleaner I love (as does my mother) is the Thieves-Vodka mix. ITEMS: 2 tbsp Thieves Household Cleaner 2 tbsp vodka DIRECTIONS: Mix ingredients in a small
Life is too short to not spoil yourself. You’re worth it, especially after a long week. What I love about self-care is that you don’t need a fancy spa with a gigantic price tag. Self-care should be fun, effortless, and as inexpensive as possible. For a nice dose of zen, try this neck wrap spa
Five ingredients and five minutes—that’s all it takes to prep this healthy homemade ice cream recipe! The flavor of lavender is becoming increasingly popular in desserts, but many of them don’t even contain real lavender. They instead rely on artificial ingredients and coloring. But not this ice cream! Blueberries give this blend a lovely purple/blue