The forest is a magical environment. The feelings that come from a forest visit are partly due to a genetic connection we, as human animals, have to nature. This connection is called “biophilia.” There is also an emotional and healing response resulting from the compounds saturating the atmosphere released by the forest trees and plants, called phytoncides in the forest bathing community.

Studies have consistently shown that what happens when you visit a forest is a decrease in depression and stress levels, better sleep quality, improvement in overall health, and prevention of viral infections.

There’s plenty of research that shows how essential oils are able to boost and enhance innate (born with) and acquired immunity. When essential oils are used within a holistic lifestyle, your body is super protected from viral and bacterial infections and protection from many other illnesses. Here are some essential oil lifestyle methods to help keep you healthy and strong.

Have you ever thought about what your relationship with nature is? The idea that you have a relationship with nature has broad context and is subjective. It begins by acknowledging that, no matter how you approach it, everyone has a relationship with nature.

News is dark. Fear is the commodity of politics. Sometimes you just have to. Find your Buddha. Maintain your Zen. Be your Yogi. Hold your Intention. Transcend.

Sex and orgasm are very good for skin firmness, elasticity, and radiance. A recent study has concluded masturbation to completion “improved texture and tone, as well as diminished sagging, fine lines, and wrinkles.” Along with a list of other orgasm-skin-health links, recommendations can be made that incorporate sexual activity with wellness and skin health, including suggestions for the best essential oils for intimacy, sensuality, and skin.

Essential oils and an essential oil lifestyle can resolve stress, anxiety, fear and fight-or-flight, and help deal with the issues we all face daily. These methods will help you “mind the stress.” Meaning, don’t let stress stay in your mind. The conditions that cause stress are real. They are here, there and anywhere. The thoughts about stress are controllable. Mind your stress.

The Christmas holiday celebrates the Christian religion’s birth of Jesus. Throughout the centuries it has become a decidedly celebratory and joyful time. The festivity of this day predates the Christian religion and has deep history as a day celebrating birth. The fragrances and spices associated with this day and season have been consistent. Engrained in this history you find the resins, frankincense and myrrh, and a host of spices, including cinnamon and nutmeg.

Skin care is not superficial. Topical application of nurturing botanicals and essential oils will heal the body, balance emotions and provide truly holistic beauty care.

Healthy, vibrant skin requires full-body health and balanced emotions. The body is the soil for the skin, sustained through a whole food organic diet, cleansing impurities and reducing stress, anxiety and fear.

Emotions are a driving force for the use of skin care products. The emotional impact may be amplified with the use of natural skin care, more accurately, ingredients from nature in their truest form.

Vitamin D3 is a necessary bioactive hormone known for prevention of bone loss associated with aging and also supports brain, heart and immune health. Sun exposure is required for healthy production of vitamin D in the skin. There is potential that commercial sunscreen may block vitamin D production. Some sunscreen ingredients are now banned and damage ocean life and reefs. It’s necessary to find safe natural sunscreen alternatives. The solution comes from a saturation of proven botanical antioxidants in the diet and used topically.

Making essential oil fragrance blends is a creative art and skill. These 3 steps give the guidelines to interesting, pleasing and desirable scents.

Confidence, self-esteem, and the positive feelings created by engagement with personal care products are all part of the supportive feelings associated with them. Emotion is created by the visual and tactile feel of the product and scent, along with the idea or perception created through the branding and marketing. With this in mind, you can create an intentional emotional outcome with your use of personal care.

It’s not just what essential oils you use - it’s how you use them.

You want protection from cold, crisp, dry winter air and dehydrated household heating. Here are the best essential oils and natural skin care ingredients for winter skin conditions. Prepare for holiday time skin care and protect from winter's damage.

As a natural health practitioner seeking to learn how to incorporate essential oils into a practice, or as a budding aromatherapist learning the art and science of blending essential oils- how do you select an essential oil? In this article I share my process- born from art, science and 20+ years of essential oil innovation- on how to choose an essential oil.

If you believe what you hear, yes, essential oils cure everything. Just recently I came across a journal study where essential oils save the planet and cure global climate change. Well, at least a portion of the cause of extreme climate change.

As a natural health practitioner seeking to learn how to incorporate essential oils into a practice, or as a budding aromatherapist learning the art and science of blending essential oils- how do you select an essential oil? In this article I share my process- born from art, science and 20+ years of essential oil innovation- on how to choose an essential oil.

Based on research and years of experience with essential oils, I have come up with some basic protocols for treating a viral infection. To understand the logic of my ways, I’ll first explain what is known about viruses and the mechanisms of how essential oils work to disrupt or destroy the virus.

Using natural skin care products and organic skin care products, is a growing desire for most people. You want skin care that is effective, safe to use and good for the environment. There are many natural products in the marketplace and an increasing amount being sold as organic.