The beginning of a new year often sparks the desire for positive change. Every new year feels like a fresh start, a chance to reflect on where we’ve been and where we want to go. This year, I’m continuing on my journey to becoming a more holistic, healthy, well-rounded version of myself. But the traditionContinueContinue reading “New Year’s Intentions”
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What Is Up with Om?
Maybe you’ve heard a yoga teacher or fellow yoga student chanting “om” or seen it written on athletic gear. Maybe you’ve even seen it in a movie or on a TV show. But what does it mean? Ancient yogis considered om to be the “seed sound” from which all other sounds grew. I have heardContinueContinue reading “What Is Up with Om?”
Who Is Healthy Whole Soul? 10 Factoids
Who is Healthy Whole Soul? Well, it’s me! My name is Sarah Jane, and here’s a little bit about me: 1. My husband and I have been married for 15 years. We have three wonderful children. I homeschool them, and have done so from the time my oldest was ready for kindergarten. My husband ownsContinueContinue reading “Who Is Healthy Whole Soul? 10 Factoids”
Vitamin D is Kind of a Big Deal
Disclaimer: Nothing I post is intended as medical advice. I’m not an expert. I’m just someone who reads a lot and likes to share what I have gathered. Vitamin D: We’ve all heard of it. We know it has something to do with the sun and maybe strong bones (got milk?). But if that prettyContinueContinue reading “Vitamin D is Kind of a Big Deal”
12 Ideas to Halt a Headache (That Aren’t OTC Meds)
This post contains some affiliate links. Did you know that acetaminophen is not so great for you? We were long told it was “gentle” and “safe,” but it seems like every week now I read something new and unsettling about it. Among other things, it is said to be an endocrine disrupter, to decrease glutathioneContinueContinue reading “12 Ideas to Halt a Headache (That Aren’t OTC Meds)”
Working People
I heard something recently that really struck me and I wanted to share it: Working people are working. The context of this statement was a discussion about how no matter what your goals are, when you’re working on them, you usually don’t have time to be concerned with negativity. Maybe you are working on becomingContinueContinue reading “Working People”
Peppermint Essential Oil vs. Spearmint Essential Oil
Did you know that I am studying to become a certified aromatherapist? Well, I am! I have been using essential oils for many, many years, and, a few years ago, I decided to deepen my knowledge and became a student of aromatherapy. In my aromatherapy course, we have been talking about digestion, which has definitelyContinueContinue reading “Peppermint Essential Oil vs. Spearmint Essential Oil”
Box Breathing — What Is It and How Do You Do It?
Box breathing is the practice of inhaling for several seconds, holding the breath in for the same amount of time, exhaling for the same amount, and holding the breath out for the same amount. This very simple breathing technique that could help you feel calmer and more centered. I prefer to inhale and exhale throughContinueContinue reading “Box Breathing — What Is It and How Do You Do It?”
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