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Drop Those Sheets! 11 of The Best Essential Oils For Dryer Balls

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Are you still using fabric softener sheets? Guess what? So was I until I read about dryer balls and how they are a natural alternative to dry your clothes. It probably isn’t surprising that the sheets we’ve been using are synthetic but have you ever looked deeper into what they are made of? Me neither, … Read more

Lemongrass Essential Oil Uses: Everything You Need to Know

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When a fresh, uplifting scent for a comforting sanctuary is what you have been seeking, then look no further than lemongrass essential oil uses and benefits. Also popular in nutritional and dietary needs, this Asian inspired scent is one found as a stand alone as well as in many blends to be used for multiple … Read more

43 Amazing Essential Oil Uses and Benefits

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It’s time to get into the nitty-gritty of it. Why should I use essential oils? This may be a question you have been asking yourself as you scroll past articles describing the products and even when you read the pieces I’ve written for this blog. This is the article you need to read if you … Read more

How To Make Bath Salts With Essential Oils

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Human beings love to take baths and have for as far back as our memories serve. Societies have been bathing for centuries upon centuries for religious rituals, social gatherings, therapy, and cleanliness. And as long as humans have been taking baths, they have been adding essential oils. As a lover of baths and a person who … Read more

Stress Away Essential Oil Review

A bottle of Young Living Oil Stress Away in a wooden background

The Good and Bad of Stress Yes. You read that right. There are situations in which stress is our friend. When you are approaching a deadline that little bit of stress you feel serves as a motivator to get the job done. In extreme situations, like a house fire, the stress of the danger is … Read more

8 Amazing Uses And Benefits Of Ancient Cupping And Scraping

Cupping and Scraping just like the ancient methods

Watching glass cups pull skin and muscles upward might not look like the most comfortable experience. In fact, it can appear unsettling, especially to someone who’s never tried alternative medicine before. However, contrary to how it looks, cupping and scraping are actually very effective treatments for a handful of conditions. Cupping is a form of … Read more

Better Body, Better Mind: How Physical Pain Relief Helps You Mentally

Relief for the Body and Mind: Pain's Mental Impact

The physical body and the mental mind are linked together in amazing ways. There’s so much research going into how stress manifests itself physically, while it is obvious that physical ailments can lead to a heavy mind. So, what do you do to try and solve these issues before they amplify themselves on you even more? … Read more

11 Awesome Ways to Reduce Stress

Stress Relief: 11 Proven Ways

We often hear that stress and anxiety are the mental disorders of the decade, but what does that even mean? Why are more and more people claim they feel under a lot of stress and why is anxiety such a common diagnosis in today’s modern society? But everything aside, is it that easy to reduce … Read more

Foam Rollers: Your Questions Answered About What They Are, How They are Used, and Why They Hurt

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Stretching out sore muscles, workout recovery, and warming up to exercise has never been easier when you apply the use of a foam roller. These simple, yet effective tools are a must have for anyone who weight lifts, runs, practices yoga, or otherwise challenges their bodies physically and mentally. A foam roller can also be … Read more

21 Essential Oil Recipes For Pain

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When experiencing ‘pain’ of any type, you may feel that you would do anything to alleviate it. Most of the time, over-the-counter and prescription medications should only be used sparingly as they can take a toll on your internal organs and even create dependencies.  Modern medicine is a wonderful thing but should always be approached … Read more

10 Best Essential Oils For Eczema: Natural Relief For Your Skin

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Itchy skin with red patches is the life of a person with eczema. Sufferers are all too familiar with what we mean, and finding natural solutions is always a plus. There are over-the-counter remedies and prescription strength medications available, but if you are a fan of aromatherapy, you know that essential oils do the job. … Read more