Have you ever heard of the Hero’s Journey? In literature, the Hero’s Journey is a common storytelling framework, wherein a man faces many trials and challenges that cause him to confront his fears and leave the familiar comforts of home behind in order to finally challenge–and then overcome–a major obstacle. He returns home irrevocably...
There is a good amount of talk among essential oil users and educators about ingesting essential oils. Is the internal use of essential oils really safe? Which oils may be ingested – and which should be avoided? Finally, what are the potential risks? The answers to some of these questions are highly debated within the...
I’ve been involved in natural wellness for many years, and I can guarantee that building a career with essential oils was not something I’d ever considered. I have a BA in English Literature, did grad work in child assessment and counselling, and I trained in midwifery. Most importantly, I’d already created a thriving, long-term...
The world of essential oils is vast and wide, and if we are being honest, it can be a bit daunting to get started if you haven’t had the proper training. dōTERRA offers more than 50 single oils and 25 blends, among other products… so where do you start? I’ve compiled a handy list of...
Using Essential Oils Safely: Dilution As with all things health related – be it homeopathic, natural or prescription – user safety is a top priority. In fact, safety concerns are often what lead people to alternative options like essential oils in the first place, but in order for them to live up to their...
Chronic Pain – Common as a Cold In my years as a chiropractor, I’ve seen firsthand how debilitating autoimmune diseases can be – and with the rise in poor nutrition, sedentary lifestyles, and use of prescription medications, these diagnoses are becoming more and more common amongst people of all ages. Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), the...
It’s 7:30am. The Chaos You slept through your alarm, which means no one in the house woke up on time either. The whole house is in chaos. There’s yelling, there’s rushing. Someone’s hogging the shower. Someone’s not getting dressed and the bus is going to be outside in 10 minutes. You realize that you...
Enjoy your weekend a bit too much? We’ve all been there, but before you reach for those OTCs, I have a few tricks up my sleeve that are much more gentle on your body, and may even speed up your recovery time! Holistic Ways to Ease Your Hangover: Coconut Water The best way to ward...
I love strawberries, so it was really disheartening to read that they are now at the top of the Environmental Working Group’s Dirty Dozen list. Yes, we can pay nearly double the price for certified organic, but that’s just not a viable option for most families. There is also the common misconception that organic means NO...
Did you know that our sense of smell is the first of our senses to develop, and it’s possibly the most powerful? Even single celled organisms are able to navigate their environment due to – can you guess? – their sense of SMELL! Pretty incredible, eh? So it makes perfect sense that our sense...
