The autumnal equinox – from the Latin equi (equal) and nox (night), meaning that days and nights are equally long – is happening in 2018 on Saturday, September 22nd. In pagan traditions, the celebration is called Mabon: it represents the moment of harvest, and the end of summer, but also a time of gratitude and…
Tips To Cool Off Summer Emotions
Let’s be honest: SUMMER IS THE BEST. Okay, spring is the best, but summer is pretty high up there. It calls for more leisurely days, flowy clothing, longer nights out, and an air of freedom, spontaneity, and celebration unparalleled the rest of the year. Yet, as high as summer can be on our personal hierarchy…
Essential Oil Relief for Summer Heat
Is the summer heat forcing you to retreat indoors within the safe confines of your temperature-regulated house? I know it’s tough to get out there on those blacktop streets and ride the crowded buses and trains. I use two tricks to combat this type of heat: One, I visualize something like the beach, shaded woods,…
Multi-use Blend for Easy Summer Self Care
Here in NYC, as we jump from the days of trekking around in the bitter cold with layered clothing into days where we can’t take enough clothes off, a question I am often asked is “What are your plans for summer?” At this time of year, we are all thinking about escaping the city heat….
Aromatic Relief for Spring Allergies
To be honest, I am one lucky person who never experienced any kind of respiratory discomfort during springtime. When I met my husband in 2013, he told me how annoying and sometimes painful these seasonal allergies could be. His started when he was a kid, and since then, he tried absolutely everything to get rid…
His and Hers Springtime Skincare
Ladies and Gentlemen, the spring equinox is nearly upon us! Everyday will be filled with a bit more daylight and the Earth will be exploding with new life. This is the time to transition routines for warmer weather. We can modify our wardrobes to lighter tones and our diets to lighter plant based cuisine. It’s…