Though Day of the Dead, or Dia de Muertos, is most often associated with Mexico the tradition has been absorbed by many world cultures and celebrated around the world.In 2008 the tradition was recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Check out this week's 'Day of the Dead' Astrology!   Day of the Dead is a multi-day holiday when friends and family gather together to honor members of their family and community who have died, It is a time of celebration when festivals and parades are offered as a way to help support those who have died on their journey in the afterlife. With roots in ancient traditions Day of the Dead rituals, celebrating death of ancestors,...

For years effective meditation eluded me. I was probably the world’s worst meditator. My friends all raved about their meditation experiences whereas for me meditation was a completely frustrating endeavor.The problem was that my mind was suddenly on steroids whenever I would sit to meditate. Any time I tried to focus on my breath, or anything else, even for a few minutes my very active mind would wander. Any type of “mindful” practice got the same results. My mind would incessantly wander and I’d end my practice with a sense of increased stress and frustration. For a number of years I gave up. Then, one day, as I woke I heard a voice say, “Use this meditation.” My attention immediately...

For back story on what a Bartholin cyst is and how it all began for my discovery of these two key essential oils read my first article in this series, Essential Oils for Women's Health Bartholin Cyst. If you’re looking for a clear, printable summary of these comfort-care steps, I’ve created a free Bartholin Comfort PDF you can keep on hand. Just sign up through the pop-up form on this page and the guide will arrive in your inbox. Here are two of the best essential oils to consider using as a comfort care measure and to promote drainage and healing of a Bartholin cyst, along with a 'generic' Bartholin cyst formula and how to use it.CYPRESS (Cupressus sempervirens) Cypress oil...

Millions of women worldwide suffer with a painful and often agonizing condition called a Bartholin cyst. If you're one of those women, or know a friend or loved one with a Bartholin cyst, please read my article to learn about a simple comfort care measure using essential oils that promotes natural drainage of the cyst. How It All Began When a client and friend of mine consulted with me about an uncomfortably enlarged and painful Bartholin gland cyst she asked if I could formulate a blend for her as a comfort care measure to promote drainage and elimination of the cyst. She mentioned that she had previously suffered with recurring Bartholin gland cysts for many years, but none of them had...

Despite being the most commonly studied and diagnosed mental disorder in children the exact cause of ADHD is unknown in the majority of cases.GeneticsTwin studies, considered a key tool in behavioral genetics and other fields of study from biology to psychology, indicate that, "ADHD is often inherited from one's parents with genetics determining about 75% of cases." Genetic factors are also believed to be involved in determining whether ADHD persists into adulthood. Evolution may also play a role in higher rates of ADHD, especially hyperactive and impulsive traits, in males. Some researchers claim that these "traits" may be a form of adaptation that helps males face stressful or dangerous situations, such as quicker response to predators or superior hunting skills. A study...