Burnout. I am hearing this word a lot this year. These truly have been unprecedented times. There have been so many changes and so many unknowns. We are all trying to manage our regular lives, and the increased uncertainty produces a stress response and can lead to burnout. Burnout can be defined as “A state of physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual depletion, characterized by feelings of helplessness and hopelessness.” Sound familiar?
Read MorePTSD, Anxiety, Trauma...those are words we are hearing a lot these days. It has definitely been a season for those emotions to be at a heightened level. While working with my clients, there have been a few remedies, oils and teas I have recommended, and I would like to share those with you.
Read MoreMusic Therapy is the clinical and evidence-based use of music interventions to accomplish individualized goals within a therapeutic relationship by a credentialed professional who has completed an approved music therapy program. It is an established health service similar to occupational therapy and physical therapy and consists of using music therapeutically to address physical, psychological, cognitive and/or social functioning for patients of all ages.
Read MoreIn today’s world with constant social media, 24-hour news, texting, and multiple other means of continuous contact, it is no wonder that so many people experience some degree of anxiety. Especially with the most current events involving COVID-19, events and updates are literally changing by the hour.
Read MoreAs a Holistic Wellness Practitioner, I am getting a lot of messages and calls from my friends, family and clients about the current health concern. I first tell them I'm not worried. What!!!! Why????
Read MoreOk, here goes. It is not safe to ingest essential oils of any grade, especially on a daily basis. I realize this goes against marketing messages from some big-name companies, but ingesting essential oils should only be done under the care of a clinical Aromatherapist for a very short period of time, for a specific reason.
Read MoreThis is a very personal and emotional story for me (Ignatia to the rescue!) but I feel the impact of my experience using Homeopathy in this life-threatening situation is profound. On May 28, 2019 I was driving in downtown Fort Worth when a young woman in a Tahoe ran a red light and flipped my car.
Read MoreI was first trained as an Aromatherapist in my quest for better health. It is my first love in the holistic wellness world. There are so many companies that have gotten into the business, that it can make your head spin. I use from various companies and independent distributors. Do your homework and consider safety when using essential oils.
Read MoreRecent tragedies have many people reeling emotionally. While there are many simple things that can be helpful, here are a few brief reminders of things that can down-regulate that intensity. I'll use the acronym B.R.E.A.T.H.E.
Read MoreI so often hear people say…”I need to use some of that homeopathy stuff.” I just have to smile because I know they are thinking “home remedies” or “natural remedies.” Although homeopathic remedies are made from natural substances, for the most part, they are medicines.
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