Bathing is a daily ritual that’s easy to take for granted. Nowadays, we rarely even talk about how busy we are. It’s become a permanent state for the vast majority of us. Deliberately taking time out to smell the roses is so important, but if that’s constantly eluding you: better turn those daily must-do routines into [...]
I love Easter treats as much as the next person. That’s why along with our tips for spiritual essential oils to use and diffuse over Easter, we’ve included a delicious raw Easter-inspired recipe, too. But the main focus today is on the chance Easter gives us to reflect on what it means to you aside from [...]
We humans are notorious for craving variety. It’s a good thing and a bad thing! If we’re seeking variety as a means of escape from important things, it's doesn't usually serve us well. But when we’re channeling it wisely, it helps us add zest to our lives, renew passion and break up routines. If you’re feeling [...]
Mother Nature knows which fruit to give us in which seasons, that’s for sure. Watermelon is the perfect summer fruit, not only for its cool and refreshing lightly sweet flavour, but for its fabulous ability to hydrate us. With a water content of around 92%, watermelon also has electrolytes and a couple of slices of watermelon [...]
Let’s face it, some blokes shun fragrance and prefer to wear Eau de Soap and Water. But if that's not you, read on. If you enjoy some fragrance in your shaving routine and a splash on your face or quick dab behind the ears without adding potentially nasty synthetic scents into the mix, meet my personal [...]
Do you find yourself wishing you felt like you had all the time in the world? Essential oil of thyme is like having time in a bottle. Or it can certainly help you to feel that way. Just as humans are poetically likened to snowflakes, each of us unique, so are essential oils with their individual [...]
Peppermint essential oil is hands-down winner when it comes to fresh minty breath. But how else do you use it? On a recent trip, I remembered on my way to the airport that I’d left my little travel collection of oils behind. Mayday, mayday! Thankfully, I had a 5mL sized Young Living Peppermint essential oil in [...]
The French know their way around a herb garden, that’s for sure. And tarragon is one of their favourite picks. With a hint of anise, you’ll find tarragon used extensively in French cooking, from sauces to casseroles, soups to stews. In English, tarragon is also known as little dragon. Its botanical name is Artemisia dracunculus, so [...]
Feet. Hardworking and humble beasts of burden, they are taken for granted routinely and given loads to carry day in, day out. Long-suffering and loathe to complain, it’s too easy to ignore their needs until you push them too far. Then, they’ll let you know about it! If you’re on your feet all day, you probably [...]
Is it wrong to eat to make ourselves happy? Yes, no, maybe. Personally, I think there’s a lot to be said for the pleasure gained from good food eaten in good company. If that company happens to be me, myself and I, that’s fine too – as long as I don’t slide over to the dark [...]
