Re-Connecting: Working with Essential Oils within the Autism Spectrum Disorder
Statistically seen, about 1 in 54 children in the USA has been in recent years identified with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), something that occurs in every region, in all ethnic, racial and every socioeconomic groups. To care for autism, you need to understand, accept, and look at the other person from a flexible perspective. And…
Helichrysum in Skin Care
If I had to choose only one essential oil to work with for skin care purposes, hands down Helichrysum italicum would be the one. In a way it’s interesting to hear myself say this because it took me many years as a formulator to feel ready to incorporate this essential oil into my products. I’ve…
Essential Oils Enhance Sleep
“A Good Laugh and a Long Sleep Are the Two Best Cures for Anything”. -Irish Proverb Have you ever had a hard time starting a conversation with someone? Ask them about last night’s sleep and you should get an earful! Just ask me. So, last night’s sleep was good for me, thanks. Partially because the…
The Art of Self Love: A Pathway to Compassion
Love is one of the greatest gifts one can give. It is the expression of care, compassion, empathy and kindness. It can be expressed in a multitude of ways: through a hug or embrace, a gesture — random acts of kindness for a neighbor, volunteering at a charity, cooking for family and friends, or being…
Mustard Plaster: A Folk Remedy for the Respiratory and Structural System
When you think about mustard, topical application to hot dogs may come to mind, less so to your own body. But if you look back in time 100 years applying mustard to one’s chest was a common folk remedy, listed in medicinal dispensatories and regularly prescribed by physicians. Touted to clear chest congestion and lessen…
Put to the Test: Essential Oils for Homeschooling
“Challenges are solved by rising to a level greater than the challenge” Deepak Chopra Like most parents in the United States, and around the world, I became a homeschool parent last spring. Ironically, I had always said vehemently that I would “never homeschool my children.” I felt I lacked the patience and teaching skills to give my…