“When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, “Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.” −Fred Rogers Seems like the world has gone mad over the last few months. All the talking heads do is spit out bad
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Blog, Holistic Life CoachingA lot of good arguments are spoiled by some fool who knows what he is talking about. Miguel de Unamuno There are times in life when it’s a good idea to just stop talking. I found a wonderful article from Leigh Newman on the five times in your life when you should simply close your mouth. There was
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Blog, ObservationsToday, I’m honored to introduce M. Leigh Johnson, also known as the Healthcare Maquis who talks about staying – or getting – healthy in a system that is stacked against you. I’ve been looking for everyday people who see the Western healthcare system for what it is – a system of creating customers, not cures – to
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Blog, ObservationsMy heart is hurting – and shattered – over letting go of a long-held dream. It’s a brutal, soul-sucking time and there are days when I feel so incredibly overwhelmed that all I can do is breathe. It’s the times when life just relentlessly pounds you into the ground that you learn your own strength.
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Blog, Holistic Life CoachingDuring the summer of 2017, health insurance was in the news – a LOT. The insurance landscape is changing and the fight isn’t over yet. Many of us may yet find ourselves without insurance or be unable to afford regular traditional doctor visits. So what are the alternatives to traditional medicine? I wrote the Uninsured
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Blog, ObservationsIt’s just been the last few years that I understood the concept of self-acceptance. Last week, I touched on the body shaming that I’m exposed to at the markets where I sell my products. Which got me to thinking…if you’re ashamed of your body, isn’t that a huge part of not accepting yourself? It is
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Blog, Holistic Life CoachingI always ask people who visit Scented Balance if they wanna look good naked and I usually get a hearty laugh. That tagline does get your attention and I’m happy it makes people smile. :0) There are so many beautiful souls who visit Scented Balance and when they leave, I nearly always have a broken
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Blog, ObservationsOne of my favorite business gurus is Marie Forleo. She is self-made, silly, salty, wise, witty and believes in work-life balance and sharing your special gift with the world that only YOU have. (That’s Marie’s words – not mine!) Each week, Marie films a short video to answer an interesting business dilemma. Her videos are
Your overall wellbeing is incredibly important and precious especially when you are uninsured. This week, I wrap up the Uninsured series. If you would like to start at the beginning, here is the first installment. Last week, I touched on digestive issues and how aromatherapy and holistic life coaching can help. As I write this
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Alternative Health Care, BlogIn week 7 of my continuing Uninsured Series, I touch upon digestive issues – mainly Irritable Bowel Syndrome. I don’t get gross, so even if you don’t have this disorder, please read on – you may know someone who does. Last week, I talked about sinus issues and how aromatherapy can make a real difference
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