If you're a mompreneur like myself, you likely wear many hats and you're amazing at all of them. But there's one hat that you struggle with sometimes -- the perfectionist hat (ahem... talking to myself here). It's hard to turn off that critical voice in your head that's always telling you that you're not good enough, that things could be better, that you could be doing more, or that you're falling behind. But the fact is, you don't have to be perfect to be successful. In fact, being a recovering perfectionist can actually help you...
If you know me, you know I’m incredibly passionate about holistic health and the idea that what you put in your body and on your body matters. I’m living proof of this.If you aren’t familiar with my story, I struggled with gut issues growing up for as long as I can remember, from my teenage years through my early 30s.... until I started learning ALL about the gut, what creates an imbalance, and various ways to support it. Literally, EVERYTHING stems from the gut, everything! Hopefully, after reading this post...
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As the name indicates, aromatherapy is a therapy that uses aromas. Aromatherapy is a branch of botanical medicine that uses volatile and aromatic plant compounds. Because of the unique direct relationship between emotions and olfaction within the brain, essential oils can help “unlock” stored memories and emotions. When you breathe in essential oils, molecules enter the limbic system and elicit an emotional response.
Intentional imprinting is a POWERFUL way to take control of your emotions by using essential oils...
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Have you ever woken up feeling unstoppable and ready to seize the day? Perhaps you know someone who radiates this energy and confidence at the crack of dawn. Whether you’re a morning person or not, there’s no denying that the first moments set the mood for the rest of the day. Essential oils can be used to tap directly into the limbic system to stimulate memories and emotions.
But why? Why do essential oils work and how do they affect our emotions?
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Summertime is full of fun activities but do your best to not overschedule yourself. If you’re taking a trip, don’t wait until the last minute to pack. If you’re throwing a party, take it easy on yourself and make it a potluck. The less pressure you put on yourself, the less stressed you’ll be in the long run. Here's 5 tips to help you reduce the overwhelm this summer!
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