July Self-Care ✨ Because just this once, everyone else can wait!
The benefits of taking the time to nourish your body while focusing on self-awareness are profound! Adopting self-care tips into your routine is not only vital for mental health but has shown to enhance feelings of confidence, creativity, productivity and joy! 🤗
Ideas on how to nourish your mind & body ⤵️
📖 Start a new book 🌞 Wake up early & watch the sunrise 🧴 Update your skincare and apply sunscreen 💚 Practice body positivity 💧 Spend time in water 🏃 Get regular exercise 🥭 Eat hydrating food ✍️ Practice gratitude journaling 😴 Take time to rest & nap 🧘🏻♀️ Practice Meditation 💐 Buy fresh flowers
🍈 Melons - melons contain vitamin c which is a powerful antioxidant that helps with progesterone production and egg release during ovulation. Vitamin c also helps prevent your eggs from oxidative stress which can contribute to infertility
🥬 Spinach - spinach is high in iron which is important for healthy ovulation, egg development and libido 🥰
🌻 Sunflower seeds- sunflower seeds contain vitamin e which increases cervical mucus which in return allows sperm to live longer. Vitamin e also helps the fertilized egg attach to your uterine wall helping increase chances of conceiving 🤍
There’s no denying nature is our healer! I love listening to the sounds of nature and feeling the shift in vibrations while my body relaxes and begins to restore itself 🥰
💖 Raspberry Leaf Tea - Raspberry leaf tea is great for PMS! It helps with toning the uterus, potentially preventing cramps 🥰
💖 Ginger Tea - Ginger tea has anti inflammatory properties that help reduce nausea, bloating and pain caused from your cycle ☺️
💖 Chamomile Tea - Chamomile tea reduces irritability and relieves discomfort from PMS. It has calming properties that help reduce stress and promote better sleep 😴
From hormone harmony to womb wellness herbs have long been used as a natural way to enhance fertility and increase the chances of conception. When combined with healthy diet and lifestyle choices, herbs can be a powerful tool for promoting overall reproductive health!
🍒 Raspberry Leaf - strengthens the uterine lining, assist in labor and delivery 🤗
🍒 Red Clover - contains phytoestrogens that balance hormones and boost fertility
🍒 Nettle - rich in minerals & nourishes and tones the uterus, providing essential nutrients for reproductive health 😍
Selenophile - a person who loves the moon & is captivated by the moon 🌝
Tonight is a New Moon! Like the Full Moon, a New Moon happens at a very specific time when the sun and moon have the same ecliptic longitude and it can be measured down to the second it occurs. The new moon is like the silent powerhouse of the lunar cycle. It’s a time for new beginnings, fresh starts, and setting intentions 🤍
A few things you can do to make the most of this new moon energy ⤵️
🌚 Quiet Your Mind - New moon vibes are optimal for meditation. Spend some quiet time reflecting on your desires and goals
🌚 Cleanse Your Space - Out with the old, in with the new. Clear any negative energy from your home with sage, palo santo, or simply by opening the windows
🌚 Set Intentions - Grab a pen and paper. Write down what you hope to attract or achieve. Be clear and specific because the universe loves details
1/2 cup dried chamomile flowers 1/4 cup dried lavender buds 1/2 cup dried calendula flowers 1 cup castor oil
Having eczema can be an unwanted experience and one that I am keen to. Conventional treatments are very helpful for the vast majority of people but despite the best medications some of us still don’t get relief. Personally I love a good natural home remedy 🤗
🌿Chamomile calms and smooths skin
🌿Lavender reduces inflammation and itching
🌿Calendula promotes healing and soothes irritated skin
🌿Castor oil contains anti inflammatory properties and is a natural moisturizer
Tropical and sweet fruits get a lot of backlash because of their sugar content but they actually have a ton of benefits & the effects on your sugar levels aren’t so problematic either!!
🌟🍌Bananas are perfect for quick energy and to replenish electrolytes like potassium.
🌟🥭 Mangos contain a unique antioxidant that helps the body process sugar more effectively!
🌟🍒 Cherries are packed with antioxidants! Drinking tart cherry juice has been shown to reduce inflammation after exercise and aid in better sleep!
🌟🍠 Figs are an amazing source of minerals like calcium and iron!
Spring is my favorite season! I love the warmer weather, beautiful flowers and longer days. 🤗Anything that allows me to spend more time in the garden or out on a hike somewhere! Unfortunately, the return of the heat also brings the return of the mosquitoes. These pesky insects are the worse! Luckily, there are natural ways you can deter them.
My favorite is planting herbs and flowers around the house and in my garden. Not only does it make my home and garden smell absolutely beautiful but it also scares away those pesky insects!
Getting to the root of what is causing you discomfort in the physical can be mind altering! Often times we think it’s the body aching when really it’s the mind and soul. I love taking time every night to tune in. Movement such as yoga or dancing gets any stagnant energy moving, leaving me free of tension and fatigue ☺️⚡️🤍
How do you heal your mind so you can heal your body?
✨ A GENTLE REMINDER ✨ ⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️ 🌻Gratitude is medicine 🍃Nature is medicine 💧 Hydration is medicine 👫🏻Connection is medicine 💤 Sleep is medicine 🧘🏼♀️ Meditation is medicine 🧘🏿♂️ Mindfulness is medicine 💁🏻♀️Self love is medicine ✍️ Journaling is medicine 🍎 Healthy eating is medicine 🌬️ Fresh air is medicine 🏃🏻♀️Exercise is medicine
One of the oldest forms of aura cleansing is smudging with herbs. Whether you burn them, steep them in hot water or hang them in the shower you’ll reap the benefits!! 🫶🏻
The period is divided into 2 phases: the follicular phase & the luteal phase. Within these phases, there are two additional phases: flow & ovulation. If our periods are irregular and our hormones imbalanced, they can be supported and rebalanced by using herbs throughout the course of each month with benefits ranging from soothing cramps to boosting fertility! 😻
I love unlocking the power of nature by trying herbs throughout each phase!!
People have been using herbs for thousands of years to treat many health conditions. Herbalism can be incredibly effective at reducing the nervousness you feel in social environments, as well as help you address the root source of what might be causing you to feel this way to begin with! Using herbs can help you get out of your mind and into your body, helping you to relax & have a good time 🤗
A few favorites ⤵️🌿
🔸 Chamomile ~ helps to alleviate feelings of anxiety & induce relaxation
🔸 Lavender ~ helps lower anxiety levels & create a sense of peace
🔸 Milky Oat ~ Nourishes & restores an overworked nervous system
🔸 Holy Basil ~ Reduces anxiety & uplifts mood
🔸 Ashwagandha ~ Reduces stress level and improves sleep quality
The lymphatic system plays a vital role in detoxification, immune support, and tissue repair. By staying active, practicing yoga, using gentle massage techniques, and eating certain herbs you can stimulate lymph flow, promoting radiant skin and a healthier body!
Some of my favorite lymph movers ⤵️
✨ Echinacea - reduces swollen glands, stimulates immune function
✨ Burdock Root - Relieves congestion and stimulates lymphatic drainage
✨ Red Clover - Supports skin health and stimulates lymphatic drainage
✨ Astragalus - Eases congestion and swellings and cleanses the lymph
Our relationship with our body is one that we often neglect yet is the most important one we have! Emotions can contribute to aches and pains in various ways, often through tension and stress.
Our body is wise and mirrors our mood! The shoulders and back are a common area for people to hold their tension causing discomfort. Can you feel it? Some emotions that are commonly associated with back and shoulder pain include sadness, depression, stress, anger and unresolved resentment. The body is unique in storing the emotion until we’re ready to confront it 🤍
Having an emotional release through things like yoga or movement helps to release trapped emotions and tension 🤗 What can you do today to cultivate a better relationship with your body? What habits, words, food or actions can you take?
I love beginning and ending my week with a beach day and a good detox water! A regular intake of these simple detox drinks can aid in weight loss, give a boost to your metabolism, helps with digestion and works as an incredible laxative! The best part? It’s all natural! 😊
Below is one of my favorite recipes ⤵️ 🍋 1 sliced cucumber 🍋 1/2 of lime juice 🍋 1/2 of sliced lemon 🍋 1 tbs organic ginger 🍋6 cups of water 🍋Mint leaves
Hormone health is often a reflection of how we live our lives. Here are common lifestyle habits that can impact our hormone health ⤵️
🥗 Skipping lunch
➡️ Skipping meals can disrupt your sugar levels and lead to imbalances in insulin. This can affect energy levels, mood, and overall hormone balance.
🫣 Saying yes when you mean no
➡️ Overcommitting and not setting boundaries can create chronic stress and elevate cortisol levels which impact the balance of other hormones. This can also lead to burnout and and affect your emotional well-being.
☕️ The 3pm pick-me up coffee
➡️ Relying on caffeine, especially in the afternoon can disrupt your natural sleep-wake cycle and affect the production of hormones such as cortisol and melatonin. This can disrupt your energy levels, sleep quality and overall hormone balance.
🛌 Overworking without rest
➡️ Working long hours and sacrificing rest can lead to chronic stress and elevated cortisol levels. Prolonged stress can disrupt the hormones in the body affecting cortisol, insulin, thyroid balance and even reproductive hormones.
Did you know Sea Moss helps to remove mucus in the body? 🦠 Believe it or not mucus is the main cause of issues in the physical! Sea Moss assists with lung problems, thyroid, inflammation, heart issues, excess fat, weakened immunity, acne and more!! It’s incredible at improving libido, increasing energy and providing good mental health! 🧠
I personally like to take my Sea Moss gel first thing in the morning mixed with water to give me energy for the day 🤗
Spring revival brings blooming mushrooms but do you know which ones to look for? 👀 Popping up under our feet this season is a vast network of edible fungi! Here are some of my favorites 🤤
🍄 Lion’s Mane - Known for its cognitive + nerve regenerative benefits. This mushroom is rich in antioxidants, vitamins + minerals.
🍄 Morels - Prized for their rich nutty flavor + meaty texture. Morels are high in protein, fiber + various vitamins and minerals.
🍄 Giant Puffball - Anti inflammatory + nutrient dense. A great edition to omelets or substitute for tofu.
🍄 Maitake - Rich in vitamins B + C, plus minerals like potassium and selenium. Look for them in late spring and early summer, usually after periods of rainfall.
Manifesting is simpler than we realize! It’s our natural state as vibrational beings. We’re always manifesting, often unconsciously & inadvertently shaping lives we don’t desire. Once you shift your mindset into believing that what you desire is already yours, whatever and whoever has to move will move to get that desire to you!! ✨
The Law of Attraction is regarded as the fundamental principle underlying manifestation. Like attracts like, and our ideas, emotions, and beliefs have the potential to alter our exterior experiences. A major part of manifesting is believing you’re worthy of what you’re asking for!
Here’s a few tips to embrace your innate power & consciously create the life you desire 💛
✨ Focus on good thoughts ✨ Picture having what you want ✨ Believe you can get it ✨ Practice being patient ✨ Appreciate what you have now ✨ Take inspired action ✨ Don’t focus too much on the how ✨Surrender expectations
Peace of mind is a state of tranquility and inner calm that brings numerous benefits to one’s overall well-being ✨
When the mind is at peace, it can focus better, think more clearly, and make decisions with greater clarity and confidence! It enhances mental health by reducing stress and anxiety levels and also promotes creativity and problem-solving abilities. I like to set peace of mind as my highest goal and organize my life around it 🔆🧘🏼♀️🔅
Relying on caffeine can have adverse effects over time, especially if you drink large amounts. Caffeine can disrupt your sleep, increase your b pressure, or even cause digestive issues! If you're looking to cut back on the amount of coffee you're drinking, or if you don't like coffee at all, there are easy and healthy habits that can help keep you energized 🙂
