The spirit of the season is upon us. This means the holiday rush is compiled atop of all the other happenings of current events. Anyone feeling a need for a little breather from all this stress, trauma, and drama? As many of you are aware, I am a strong proponent of how essential oils [...]
As the 2021 school year resumes, so do the challenges to learning that began in 2020. The additional stressors and chronic strains have led to many changes and hurdles to jump through for little ones, parents, teachers, and young adults. These issues have aggravated and ignited a rise in mental health issues in the [...]
Video Playback Time: 13 minutes I urge you to listen to the whole video. For those who want the juicy snippets, cliff notes, and/or the references, the write-up and notes are below. The Video Recap and Summary: How Belief and Mindset Impact Health Outcomes My most recent articles and video have been [...]
Feeling unproductive, unfocused, and exhausted? This shouldn't be a regular event. The last few weeks, I have been discussing the topics of low energy, inattention, and poor motivation and providing solutions for them: First, I reviewed the various mindset and biological reasons for why one may be struggling with drive. Next, I explored what [...]
It is not uncommon to be distracted in today’s world. During these challenging times, the usual everyday stressors and technological interruptions are compounded by current events, polarizing topics, and the economy. The world is struggling emotionally and mentally as its inhabitants learn to cope with its twists and turns and regain their balance. With [...]
“When someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time.” - Maya Angelou If we insert “something” or “a situation” in place of “someone” and “it is” for “they are” in the above quote, we have a good one-line summary of what it means to embrace acceptance in all areas of [...]
Recently, a fellow oiler and friend of mine reached out to me and asked me about the uses for fleabane essential oil. I had to admit, I did not know much about the secondary metabolites of horseweed and its applications. So, I did what I usually do as a naturopathic essential oils doctor. I [...]
In my previous article on the many delights of springtime, I highlighted fifteen reasons how this transitional season positively shifts the emotions and consciousness. Next, I explored five ways that essential oils compliment this beautiful time of rejuvenation. These included: Uplifting the mood. Easily integrating into nourishing lifestyle regimes. Aiding in healthy behavior pattern [...]
My posts on all topics related to naturopathic and functional medicine, mental health, gut health, hormonal balance, essential oils, and holistic wellness. Search through my extensive essential oils database organized by: -single essential oils & oils blends -safe use & aplications -various health topics April 1st – Essential Oils for Burnout April 2nd – Five Important Things to Know About Essential Oils (Ep. 408) April 3rd – Eight Herbs to Help Sleep & Lavender Oil April 4th – How Inhalation of Essential Oils Influence the Brain April 5th – Three Ways Menopause Changes the Brain April 6th – Omega-3 Fatty Acids for Mental Health April 7th – Essential Oils and the Limbic System […]
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