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How much baggage are you carrying?
Inspired by a woodlouse The other day, I was in a Pilates session, face at floor level, and I became distracted by a woodlouse. Yes, you read that correctly. I was distracted by a woodlouse. It was making its way across the floor slowly and awkwardly, dragging behind...
The Magic of Cayenne Pepper
When it comes to spicing up our lives, there are few ingredients that pack a punch, like cayenne pepper. While diet and exercise are integral for maintaining a healthy lifestyle, incorporating cayenne pepper into one’s diet could provide a variety of health benefits....
RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS AND NATURAL HEALING
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is chronic autoimmune inflammatory disorder, in which the body attacks the joints and other tissues, and attempting to cope with it can be devastating. It tends to primarily affect the small joints of the hands and feet, but it can...
Heaven and health.
Heaven and health. “What an odd title...”, you say. “What does one have to do with the other”? you ask. Is there really a connection between heaven and health? Well, read on, and you’ll be surprised to find a relationship between one’s attitude and belief about...
Depression as a symptom: An alternative perspective?
“Depression is a symptom of life in survival mode. We treat depression like there is something wrong with the person. When it’s actually a natural response to an unhealthy environment.” ~The Holistic Psychologist~ Whilst writing this article, the above quote crossed...
Intuitive Eating, Reclaiming Indigenous Practices.
In today's world we are told to eat three times a day, at certain times of the day, or try intermittent fasting, or go on a certain diet, or labeling certain cultural foods as not healthy, the list goes on. This particular way of thinking separates our own knowing and...
TOP 10 CHEMICALS THREATENING YOUR HEALTH RIGHT NOW
The United State’s new chemical safety law is giving the Environmental Protection Agency more authority to regulate dangerous chemicals. The new requirements under the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act will for the first time, require EPA to...
Be conscious of your subconscious mind
“I believe that understanding our subconscious mind is a non-negotiable education for all of us” We are often directed to the needs of our body, but rarely are we directed to the needs of our mind. And yet our mind is in control of our body. The health of our mind...
WHY DETOXING MAKES SENSE
Detoxing “the body” is such a popular topic right now. Probably more so because of what many people were “forced” to put in their bodies these past 2 years. Hey, yeah, I know this specific topic elicits a lot of emotional feelings and gets people riled up. I would...
Finding safety within your own culture/community.
Our nervous system is wired to keep us alive. When there is a threat or anything we perceive as unsafe it does its job to protect us. I think it's very important to understand that our nervous system, has circuits that are geared to help us survive even without our...
Can burning out be your breakthrough?
Can experiencing a burnout be an opportunity for a breakthrough in your life? In my personal experience, the answer to this question is a resounding “YES”. Burnout is a term we are hearing more frequently. I believe there are two reasons why. Firstly, it is becoming...
Connecting to Our Body
When most people think of spiritual wellness, they focus on their beliefs, morals, and principles. For me, that system of thought is how I connect and define my relationship with God. When I think of wellness, I think of my physical body and how I maintain health....
Let’s Get This Par-TEA Started
Tea Spotlight Organic Relieve Stress Tea Tea is one of the tastiest ways to get the support our bodies need to combat everyday life stressors. The antioxidants and vitamins found in herbal teas are great supporters that can help us to fight disease, and infections,...
Mind Flex – Own the Journey
Not only is reading good for the mind, but it is good for the soul. And there is nothing better than soaking up the spring sunshine with a refreshing drink and a great book! Take a look at the reads below that will get your mind, body, and soul connection working and...
Giving Hope For Low-Grade Depression or Anxiety
Depression, anxiety, loneliness, stress, and moodiness are just a few of the Coronavirus pandemic's mental health effects. The state of the world, in general, is having a massive impact on the overall health of people everywhere. Many well-known celebrities have...
Our Mind vs. Our Soul
We are each made up of three things: our physical bodies, the mind (or the ego), and our soul. Our bodies and our minds are only limited to the Earth plane but our souls are eternal and live on forever. The soul is where we can access our soul feelings or a piece of...
Leaf Those Bad Vibes At The Door
Plants! Plants! Plants! Adding plants into your home will not only uplift your mood visually but can help you find balance by releasing stress and anxiety through their fragrant aromatics. If you need a little help uplifting your mood, try adding a few of these plants...
It’s not curable, it’s poorly understood, and it gets in the way of our social and work life…..
If you don’t have a clue what I’m talking about, that just confirmed that Rosacea is a skin disorder that is not well understood even though over 16 million people suffer painful, itchy, red patches and bumps on the skin. If that’s you, I hope this short article will...
Mindful Breathing
What's Mindful Breathing? Mindful or conscious breathing is a practice that you can do anywhere and anytime—making it a powerful practice that can be used regularly to help you strengthen your mind-body connection. At its essence, Mindful Breathing is about...
Natural Stress Relief – 10 Ways To Achieve Your Zen
When it comes to stress relief, many sufferers of stress and anxiety choose to adhere to the common methods outlined by western medicine and culture. If you’re experiencing negative side effects or not finding that these common solutions are working to relieve your...
Spiritual Wellness and Its Relation to Alkalized Ionized Water
I lived my whole life dehydrated. I didn’t know I was dehydrated, because I did drink water; however, I wasn’t aware that not all water was the same. I understood there was bottled water, spring water, bottled alkaline water, well water, reverse osmosis water,...
Spiritual Wellness Check
Spiritual wellness allows you to not only seek meaning and purpose in your life but gives you a deeper appreciation of your life experiences. When we find meaning in our everyday life experiences, the way we view our challenges, cherished moments, and achievements...
Stop and Smell the Flowers
When I am meditating and trying to tap inward, I like to use scents to enhance my awareness, and bringing the outdoors in can help soothe the mind and offer us a way to enhance our feelings. I don't know about you, but there is something very comforting when all the...
Spring Into Good Health Like…
Spring, spring, hooray! This is one of my favorite seasons because I love to spring clean. When I say spring clean, I don't just mean my home. I mean my mind & body too! Spring is a natural time to clear away toxins so the body can reboot after a long, sluggish...
What is Complementary Care?
Complementary Care is a combination of Standard (Western) Medical treatments and Alternative (Eastern) Care. Medicine Net Defines Complementary Care as:A group of diagnostic and therapeutic disciplines that are used together with standard or conventional medicine....
Don’t Underestimate the Power of Genuine Human Connection
Like links in a chain, Human Connection is what connects us and gives us the strength, power, and fulfillment we all are seeking. Human Connection is an important part of our mental wellness and feeds into our need to feel heard, emotionally understood, and supported...
Meet Dr. Francis Martinez
Hi Dr. Martinez, we are excited to have you as part of our Executive Contributors. Can you tell our readers a little more about yourself? Hi, I am Dr. Francis Martinez, a first-generation Guatemalan, a Naturopathic Doctor, counselor, and healer. My passion...
Beauty After Ashes – Healing Gracefully
The song “beauty for ashes” speaks about how God turns our grief, our trauma, and our pain, into something good because He is with us through it all. “He gives beauty for ashes Strength for fear Gladness for mourning Peace for despair.” He says in Romans 8:28 “And we...
It’s All Going To Be OK
Oh, gosh….this is going to be one of those “Pollyanna” articles that is quite literally telling you “it’s all going to be ok.” However, not only deep down in my soul, but just under my surface, I know that it is. Why do I know, like really know that this is true?...
Creamy Butternut Squash Soup
Did you know that pumpkins are low calorie, weight-loss-friendly, immune-boosting, eyesight protecting, cancer-fighting, and heart health-promoting powerhouses! Not only are pumpkins rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, but their ability to be used in both...