There was a time when people worked closely with nature and natural events. Rituals and routines sprung up around these things as a way to assist folks with their daily tasks, dreams and life purpose. The predictable nature of the moon phases helped folks to focus on...
As Summer bids goodbye, Autumn makes its grand entrance. Colours turn to brilliant golds, reds, browns and orange. Growth is now turning from outward to inward in an attempt to prepare for the winter months ahead. Winter slumber will be soon enough – but for now,...
Someone who feels beaten, broken and at their low point can often wonder if things will ever get better. "Will I ever feel good again? ", is a thought that plays over and over in their minds. For some, the journey to regain their hope and happiness seems too...
Having boated for a few years now, we’ve come to understand that not all weather situations can be predicted. Between the regional weather forecasts, the marine weather broadcasts and anything else we can find on our boat radio or cellphones (whenever we are able to...
I was taking a walk down Memory Lane and came upon the handout we used for our 20:20 Vision in 2020 seminar. Knowing now what we know about the unfolding of that year and those that followed, I was curious to see what we spoke of and what was our theme. Here is how...
It can be difficult accepting things and moving on. Sometimes we are shown the next step, sometimes we are not. A place of inertia, indecision and/or hesitancy can greet us when we are faced with situations that challenge our sense of self, balance and the world we...
“Ayurveda is the world’s oldest recorded healing system. Used for over 5000 years, it is a proven system of prevention and healing. Ayurveda’s goal is to achieve health by working towards balance and harmony, not fighting disease. Prevention is emphasized over cure....
In a recent article written by Andrea Curry entitled, “Houseplants to the Rescue” and published in the Old Farmer’s Almanac Garden Guide 2023, the many virtues of several common houseplants were discussed. More specifically, the many virtues of houseplants that can...
As Winter gives us another blast, I find myself working on “inside” projects to pass the time. It is the best time to clean out cupboards, drawers and filing cabinets – there are no distractions to be outside right now! It’s amazing how much “stuff” one can...
With Valentines Day on February 14th, it’s no wonder that folks have “heart” on their minds. Heart, Love, Passion. No coincidence that the Heart and Stroke Foundation chose February for its main funding drive – everywhere you look, there is something that reminds us...
In the most basic definition, incense is the burning of any aromatic plant material used to enhance, promote, protect life or to encourage and strengthen connection to the Divine. Burning aromatic plants for health, happiness and holiness has been a tradition in every...
The sweet, slow nature of Summer “time off” has evolved into the hustle and bustle of Autumn’s “full speed ahead”. Work, family, school, groups, meetings all seem to be ramping up at the same time. It isn’t easy staying calm and centered when the world is pulling you...