When you face challenges in adapting positive lifestyle changes, and wanting to just go back to the old familiar way of being, ask yourself – what is it costing you not to take action? And you need to go deep, and think of not just the immediate consequences but keep asking “then what?” – until… [Read More]
Cortisol is a good thing but not all the time
Stress exists in our lives for good reasons – when we need to deal with emergency situations, the physiological changes caused by the spike in the stress hormone, cortisol can help us respond and adjust to situations. However, if stress is chronic, and our cortisol level remains elevated, it can cause a lot of negative… [Read More]
Nutrition, Herbs and Essential Oils for Stress Reduction
Certain foods and stimulants can trigger increased sense of anxiety, making us more prone to stress. Others have the effect of soothing the nervous system, or helping increase our body’s ability to adjust to stressful situations. Here are a few tips on using nutrition, herbs and essential oils to manage stress: Use “nervine” herbs, which are… [Read More]
Yoga, Meditation and Essential Oils
What is Meditation? Meditation is an experience that engages your mind and can offer both relaxation and energizing benefits. It develops a mind-body connection that encompasses fitness, health, and wellness. Essential Oils are a great way to further deepen that connection and ignite your inner senses. Meditation exercises when practiced regularly can be powerful, calming… [Read More]
Eat Your Greens!
For the past year I have been picking my up a wonderful bag of vegetables from a local organic farm. Community Supported Agriculture Every week I receive an email telling me what is in my CSA share. CSA stands for “Community Supported Agriculture.” A CSA is a partnership between a local farm and the neighboring… [Read More]
Don’t forget to hydrate!
Okay, so let me ask you… Does your morning typically start with a latte or cappuccino? Do you find yourself reaching for a Diet Coke to help you snap out of a mid-afternoon slump? While sweet drinks may give you a temporary energy boost, they can also cause your energy levels to crash shortly after…. [Read More]
Time to come out of the Goddess closet!
I have talked about coming out of the pixie closet. I got brave enough to call myself an Intuitive years ago. Now I am coming out of the Goddess closet. I know. Everyone is using that phrase. The Divine Feminine is all the rage now and the topic of many book circles and encounter groups… [Read More]
Do you think EXERCISE is a dirty word?
Let’s address physical activity. Before you cringe, and click away… just hang on with me for a minute. An integral part of any healthy lifestyle is exercise. While diet is important, it can’t provide some of the same benefits as exercise. Making movement a priority in your day is key to establishing healthy habits. Plan… [Read More]
