Aromatherapy

The use of the term acupressure massage isn’t accurate because acupressure isn’t massage in the Western sense. Acupressure is an Asian bodywork therapy based on the same energy principles used in acupuncture….

Etsy has a new feature I thought I might try out. It’s called “Make An Offer” and it allows customers to make an offer lower than the listing price on specific items….

An aromatherapy diffuser is any device that disperses the scent of essential oils into the air. The best essential oil diffuser for you depends on how you plan to use it, what…

After answering a question I received in my email, I started to think about what has become my main approach to creating flower essence formulas. I, of course, use many of the…

Neuromuscular therapy (NMT) is a massage-related technique that releases trigger points, muscle adhesions, and fascial (connective tissue) patterns to reduce pain and correct dysfunction. These problematic areas can form due to trauma,…

When my partner Paul and I had a joint spiritual counseling practice, we occasionally had a client who put us on too high a pedestal. It was actually a hallmark of our…

Using essential oils for nausea caused by motion sickness, digestive upset, or other factors may bring relief. Commonly suggested essential oils include: Ginger (one of the most recommended; generally good for digestive…

Pretty Face Flower Essence is one of the ingredients I use in my Attracting a Partner formula because it helps a person rise above concerns about their appearance and radiate their inner…

A question was posed by a woman in a group I’m in about what flower essences to use to have the willpower to get up earlier in the morning. Which, of course,…

My Attracting a Partner formula is popular so I rarely need to advertise it at all. But I often think it best to share a little about how it really works because…

Taking care of your feet will help keep them healthy and pain-free. Are the muscles of your feet flexible and strong? Unfortunately, most people ignore these muscles and their feet in general,…

An essential oil dilution chart can be helpful when blending aromatherapy products. A typical way to dilute essential oil is in a vegetable carrier oil, such as almond, argan, coconut, grapeseed, jojoba,…

There are times when things haven’t gone your way for so long, it’s easy to get discouraged and give up trying. And sometimes we do need to take a break to reassess…

When menopause brings heat, using essential oils for hot flashes is a natural way to get some relief. One simple suggestion to rub a little lavender essential oil (diluted as desired) on…

Using essential oils for skin conditions offers a generally safe way to deal with minor skin problems and sometimes help manage more persistent ailments. Skin is prone a number of conditions, some…

Magnolia essential oil can be a bit confusing. Here’s some basic information to help. Three different oils are produced from the magnolia plant (Michelia alba or Magnolia alba): Magnolia flower essential oil…

A regular full body stretching routine, if done properly, can help keep your body flexible and supple. Let’s look at a few stretching benefits and guidelines, and then I’ll give you a…

I have a fascination with astrology. It appeals to my interest in developing a holistic awareness of how the patterns of the world interact and manifest in various ways, big and small,…

Fragonia essential oil (Agonis fragrans or Taxandria fragrans) is a trademarked oil produced by only one essential oil distiller. The Paperbark Co. in Australia first planted Agonis fragrans in 2001 and introduced…

Using essential oils for congestion relief can help you feel better while dealing with cold, flu, allergies, or other conditions. When nasal and adjacent tissues and blood vessels swell, they produce sinus…

Opopanax essential oil (Commiphora guidottii or Commiphora erythraea) is closely related to myrrh essential oil and sometimes called sweet myrrh or bisabol myrrh. The two essential oils have similar aromas, but opopanax…

Chronic sleeplessness can have many adverse effects, both physically and mentally. If not sleeping has you wondering what to do for insomnia, start with the following natural insomnia remedies before turning to…