self-care

 It sure can be tempting to just hunker down into that depression, and make yourself a little home of blankets and hot drinks and Netflix.

Long Nights, Dark Days: Staying Mentally Healthy All Winter 

Winter is upon us! It sure can be tempting to just hunker down into that depression, and make yourself a home of blankets. But let's stay mentally healthy!

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I turned away from all things that mean the holidays to the average person. I was alone with myself.

What I Learned When I Spent Christmas And New Years Meditating         

Once I registered for the ten-day course, it dawned on me that I would spend the holidays alone, meditating. I was also leaving behind parts of myself.

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“What?! You’re way too young to have shingles!”

Shingles Taught Me A New Level Of Self-Care 

So I tell my boss that I probably have shingles and she’s like, “What?! You’re way too young to have shingles!” and I say, “Thank you!"

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Shame and ignorance must not prevent people from finding help with stomach pain and SIBO.

Listen To Your Gut: My Journey With SIBO, Digestive Healing, And Self-Care

Shame and ignorance must not prevent people from finding help with stomach pain and SIBO. So, pass the coconut oil and tea, my gut needs healing.

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Here are tips for practicing self-care this holiday season.

Practicing Self-Care During The Holiday Season

What happens when the most crowded and festive environments feel like the emptiest of places? Here are tips for practicing self-care this holiday season.

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So What Are Essential Oils, Anyway?

Everything You Need To Know About Essential Oils

Essential oils have become incredibly popular and can be found everywhere from your local farmer’s market and community festival to social media.

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Take The Cake: It's Ok To Hate Thanksgiving 

It's okay to hate Thanksgiving. After years of gritting my teeth I finally gave myself permission to choose what I wanted to do.

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 It’s the truth. Winter is coming and we can’t escape it but here's how you can cope with winter.

8 Ways To Cope With Winter Like A Boss

Winter is coming with the cold bite to the wind, the short days and long nights. We can’t escape it but here's how you can cope with winter like a boss!

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