Intentional Holiday Decorating for Harmony and Abundance

Intentional Holiday Decorating for Harmony and Abundance

by | Nov 30, 2020

Co-written by Kim Downy, Lakelife Feng Shui Who wouldn’t want more harmony around the holidays – Peace on Earth, Joy to the World (and in our homes!). 2020 has been a year where many of us have been confined to the home office or working from our dining room...
Managing Stress in Turbulent Times

Managing Stress in Turbulent Times

by | Nov 30, 2020

Take a moment to notice your body. Are your shoulders elevated, jaw clenched, or breath shallow? Pause and take several deep breaths. What do you notice? Has anything changed? This very simple process interrupts the stress response, calms the nervous system, and helps...
So You Want to Ask a “Personal Question”

So You Want to Ask a “Personal Question”

by | Nov 1, 2020

“May I ask, What happened to your eyebrows?”  Is this question intrusive or compassionate? Is it isolating or inclusive? The only way to know is to understand the impact, not the intention. And yes, it does require more effort to do a mental assessment of the...
My journey into the safe beauty movement

My journey into the safe beauty movement

by | Jul 14, 2020

After I was finally diagnosed with Autoimmune and Autoinflammatory issues, medicines weren’t helping as fast as I thought they should, I started seeking out safer, toxin-free options for things like cleaning products and laundry detergent. This transition of household...
Pucker Up, Don’t Pout! Lip Balms: A Dentist’s Perspective

Pucker Up, Don’t Pout! Lip Balms: A Dentist’s Perspective

by | Apr 29, 2020

Even for those who do not wear makeup (myself included), there is a lip balm in every one of my purses.  And suitcase.  And carry-on.  And winter coat pocket.  Lip balms come in all shapes, sizes, colors, scents, styles and tastes to serve different needs.  That being...