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
Summer is here, a time when we embrace the ever-needed vacation both mentally and physically. Ironically, the summer can still be challenging because we are trying to fit everything in. So, what can you do about it? Use this season to catch-up on self-care to simmer the summer tizzies. As you consider incorporating wellness routines
When it comes to facial nourishment, essential oils are an added benefit to your beauty cabinet. The magic of essential oils is their multi-purpose treatment for various skin types. The oils can be applied into your skin creams and body lotions, added to a serum or sprinkled into a bath for a full body hydration.
Yes, eating healthy is key to our wellness and longevity, but so is balance! So, I’m honour of balance, here’s a scrumptious mac and cheese recipe that’s sure to be a win with the kids, or anyone who loves good ol’ comfort food. INGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 cups coarsely grated Gruyère cheese 1 1/2 cups coarsely
Looking to wind down after the hectic day? Try a guided imagery meditation. In this practice you use positive words and music (spa/meditation music is preferred) to help guide your imagination toward a relaxed and concentrated state. Select images of a calming and safe place such as the beach or a walk in nature —
Summer is here, and if you’re like me, you love a little glow to your hair. Back in the day many used Sun In, remember that line? But thanks to a few essential oils and distilled water, you can naturally let your hair soak in the sunshine! ITEMS: – 1oz bottle (glass preferred) – distilled
When it comes to avocados I love them on toast, on eggs, in a smoothie, raw with a dash of salt, in a salad, and as a main ingredient in a hydrating facial mask. Try this simple and nourishing beauty recipe during your next self-care routine. Your face will love it! ITEMS: – small or
Looking for an inexpensive oil to add to your wellness cabinet? These are 5 must-have oils all under $15! 1. Grapefruit Vitality™ $7.75 Like peeling a fresh grapefruit, Grapefruit refreshes the senses with its bright, citrus scent. Grapefruit has a sweet, invigorating aroma that associates the essential oil with feelings of joy, satisfaction, and playfulness.
We all love shopping at Sephora, but honestly, all those fancy creams and beauty supplies you can make! When it comes to anti-wrinkle moisturizer, this is a must-have DIY recipe that’s easy to create with fabulous results! ITEMS: – 4 oz mason jar – 1/4 cup of raw shea butter – 1 tablespoon of organic
To cool down from the summer heat, your answer is this easy, yet refreshing facial mist made from the comfort of your home. ITEMS: – 2 oz Spray Bottle filled with water – 10 to 15 drops of Young Living Peppermint Essential Oil DIRECTIONS: Fill 2 ounce bottle with water and add the recommended drops
If you are at all like me, then you love having a plan, setting goals, and creating a path to completion. From freelance writing to working in wellness and being a wife and parent, my goals are set with realistic expectations. My strategy for accomplishing goals is simple. I write the goals down and set