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21 Oct

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    Healthy, Healing Alternatives for Balance & Grounding   Ahhh, the temptation and familiarity of that rich, creamy soul-soothing cocoa and all her cousins! Unfortunately, she’s a wolf in sheep’s clothing, sabotaging your sleep, energy, mental focus, stress management, and even your libido.   As the leaves begin to turn and the air grows crisp, there’s a natural desire to reach for the cozy comfort of your favourite warm drink— a pumpkin spice latte, caramel apple cider, or a hot chocolate topped with whipped cream. They’re our childhood’s sweet pastimes, which makes them seem a lot more wholesome than they are, and they go hand...

28 Aug

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Feeling hot and bothered? Summer brims with long, sunshine-filled days and a multitude of outdoor activities. But while we revel in the warmth, the high temperatures can sometimes take a toll on the body, leading to a condition known as heat fatigue. It’s common to experience mild symptoms of heat fatigue regularly throughout the summer season, especially people who are physically active outside. Mature women going through a hormonal shift in their 40s and 50s may also be particularly sensitive to the heat. Most of the time, heat fatigue isn’t serious, but it can be really draining on the mind, body, and spirit....

26 Jul

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  Did you know that a tan is the first sign of skin sun damage?   Summer is the season of sun, fun, and often, skin woes. As much as we love basking in the warm sunshine, it can take a toll on our skin. Dryness, premature age spots, and burns are some of the most common summer skin ailments. But fear not! By integrating the wisdom of herbalism into your daily skin care routine, we can naturally support our skin’s health and maintain a radiant glow all summer long.   As someone who cherishes a self-sufficient lifestyle, I grow my own herbs and...

29 May

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Summer is coming! If you love the outdoors as much as I do then managing your physical energy well is a must through the summer months. Be sure the lemon is worth the squeeze, so to speak, and that’s especially important as we get older. I noticed my energy reserves seem to drain faster now than in my 30s, and it takes me longer to recover from activities that never used to have a physical impact, so it seems.   Thankfully, nature has a rejuvenating quality to it, so spending time near the sea, in the garden, or walking in the forest...

12 Mar

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An Essential Guide to Easing Your Mind   From an abundance of wellness practices, herbalism emerges as a gentle yet potent path to mental health, a journey that reconnects us with the earth's quiet wisdom. With a focus on the top 10 herbs recommended by experts and embraced by tradition, I invite you on a voyage of discovery, grounded in care, knowledge, and the simple joys of nature's bounty. Introduction to Herbalism & Mental Health The world of herbalism is rich with natural solutions for the complex challenges of modern life, offering a bridge to balance and serenity. As we navigate through the stresses and...

02 Feb

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Nature’s Gift for Renewed Health As we step into another year, many of us are looking for ways to refresh and rejuvenate our bodies and minds. It's a time when health becomes a focal point, with resolutions made and wellness plans set in motion.   I’m here to share a gentle reminder with you that the journey to better health is most effective when it brings about joy. So if you’ve taken on a wellness routine that’s serving its routine more than it’s serving your wellbeing, that’s stress! And it’s the opposite of what we’re here to cultivate.   Are you nodding in agreement? Then...

03 Jan

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  The New Year is upon us, and with it comes a rush of "shoulds" and "musts" for improving our health and well-being.  So I want to start this blog with something to stay mindful of––if a new health practice creates rather than reduces stress, it’s not doing its job. If you agree, then keep reading! As I become more deeply entrenched in the fascinating world of herbalism, I’ve discovered new ways to integrate simple yet powerful herbal remedies into my daily life. They’re effective, easy to implement, and best of all––they don’t break the bank, which is especially important during a...

01 Dec

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Nurturing Your Gut with Natural Remedies   The holiday season is sneaking up on us, and you know what happens––our calendars fill with festivities and our tables with loads of delicious, decadent nom nom. It's a time of joy, but also a time when our digestive systems bear the brunt of our celebratory spirits. Amidst the indulgences, a little herbal wisdom goes a long way in giving our guts some extra TLC.   I'm a practitioner deeply rooted in the gentle arts of Reiki and hypnosis for wellness, and I've recently branched out into the verdant field of herbalism. This has opened up a...

06 Nov

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Nature's Solutions for Calming the Mind     Hey there, beautiful souls! 🌿   Are you in search of nature's remedies to soothe that busy mind? You’re in the right place. Stress is an uninvited guest we've all dealt with at some point or another – maybe daily. As a Reiki and hypnosis practitioner, I've seen and experienced the profound impact energy healing can have. But my journey doesn’t stop there. As you may know from previous blogs, I've recently taken a delightful detour into the world of herbalism, and boy, Mother Nature sure has some magic up her sleeves! A Journey from Energy Healing to...

06 Oct

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  Your body buzzes with anxiety during a 3pm wake up.   PMS randomly rears its ugly head weeks before your flow.   Crushing fatigue barges into your 10 am meeting with your kid’s teacher.   The overwhelming need to have sex appears as you prepare dinner for the family, then quickly dissipates as post-digestive allergies kick in (that avocado drove up your histamine levels again).   W.T.F. is going on? You’re 43. You’ve been warned about impending changes to your cycle approaching, but aren’t they still years away? Menopause doesn’t affect women until they’re in the 50s, right?   Yes… and no. Fortunately (or unfortunately, depending on how you look at...