I look to be inspired everyday. I look for it in books, nature, and animals, from my peers, in blog posts, sidewalk chalk art, YouTube videos, smiles from the barista, the stars, favorite quotes, documentaries, and PODCASTS.

Ancient cultures around the globe have used essential oils for hundreds (if not thousands) of years. Not only are they used as medicine but also in the prevention of illness and its spread. Today we can still use these amazing oils to benefit our immune system, prevent the spread of harmful bacteria and viruses, and to bring us a sense of calm.*

No matter what is going on in the world, we all want to stay healthy and happy.

Sleep better, look and feel younger!

The Holiday Season is upon us! So many parties, so many relatives, and for some, so much stress. Usually any or all of these things can lead to indulging in a cocktail or two. Don't worry, I am not here to tell you how bad this is for your liver (because I know, being the brilliant being you are, that you already know that.)

Nature gives us direction about how to best serve our health, mind and body. At this time of year we watch the leaves turn brilliant colors and drop to the earth. They don't stubbornly hold on for fear that they might need them next year. They let them go knowing that come spring they will have everything they need to produce new beautiful leaves.

It is one of the most beautiful compensations of this life that no man can sincerely try to help another without helping himself.” — Ralp Waldo Emerson

Kombucha is a fermented tea thought to have originated in Japan or China. It contains all the benefits of tea as well as potentially beneficial bacteria that results from the fermentation process.

Abdominal massage is a healing technique used by many ancient cultures, including the Mayans, Chinese Medicine, Ayurveda, and Thai Therapeutic Massage.

“I can feel the Moon’s love for the Earth in my soul when it’s magical silent silvery light touches my heart.”

Debasish Mridha

n Chinese Medicine, it is not the brain that rules the body, but the heart. It is referred to as the emperor, and rules the entire kingdom. The heart commands the flow of blood, the substance that nourishes every cell. The heart is also a portal for all of our emotions, but it is specifically related to our capacity for joy and laughter.

"There are two ways to live: you can live as if nothing is a miracle; you can live as if everything is a miracle. The most beautiful thing we can experience is the mysterious. It is the source of all true art and all science. He to whom this emotion is a stranger, who can no longer pause to wonder and stand rapt in awe, is as good as dead; his eyes are closed." -Albert Einstein

As a follower of Marie Kondo, I only buy things that "spark joy," and so everything I own is awesome (at least to me...)!

Try sipping on these yummy refreshments and notice how good you will feel after only a couple days!

So the next time you hear music, I hope it makes you happy, I hope it makes you dance, I hope it makes you kinder, and I hope it makes you better, even if you have to steal it from your sister.