Posts by Erin Entlich
Self-Care in the Winter Months
The winter months, and the corresponding shorter days and colder temperatures, can take a toll on your well-being, so it’s essential to focus on self-care this time of year. Even if you don’t suffer from Seasonal Depression Disorder (SAD), the weather change can create everyday mental health challenges. The colder temperatures tend to reduce both…
Read MoreCrystals 101: Premium Peruvian Pyrite
Known as “Fool’s Gold”, Peruvian Pyrite is a stone that inspires creativity, discipline, and symmetry. By grounding with the earth and drawing that energy inward, it provides a protective shield against negative energy. What are the benefits of this crystal? Peruvian Pyrite has long been considered a strong protection stone that shields the wearer from…
Read MoreWhat is Mercury Retrograde?
Mercury is the fastest moving planet in the solar system—it’s closest to the sun, making its orbital path speedier than its neighboring planets. Earth takes 365 days to orbit, whereas Mercury takes just 88 days. When it passes Earth, Mercury slows down, making it appear as though it’s spinning backward. In truth, it’s not actually…
Read MoreCrystals 101: Amethyst
Amethyst is the most popular variety of quartz crystals and is considered a highly powerful and protective stone. It is popular for its beautiful purple hues and ability to stimulate the mind and emotions. Amethyst is thought to be a healing and purifying stone that can rid the mind of negative thoughts and bring forth…
Read MoreReduce Stress With a Journaling Practice
Stress comes in all shapes and sizes and, in our hectic, modern world, it’s almost unavoidable. If you find yourself frequently anxious, worried or stressed it may be time to employ coping strategies such as yoga, meditation, and journaling. Journaling might seem like the less obvious choice for managing stress; however, a regular journal practice…
Read MoreSelf-Care During Your Monthly Flow
It’s no secret that your body changes during your period; however, most of the widely discussed changes are negative ones–headaches, cramps, and mood swings to name a few. In fact, for something that happens every month, menstrual care is not a widely discussed topic. Self-care may seem like a trendy topic but, when it comes…
Read MoreNew Moon Rituals
Moon-curious? Here’s what you need to know about new moon rituals to leverage the cosmic energy of the lunar cycle. The New Moon occurs when the Sun and Moon are aligned, with the Sun and Earth on opposite sides of the Moon. The next new moon is on December 4, 2021 at 12:43 am and…
Read MoreDealing with the Sunday Scaries
You know the feeling. It’s Sunday and the start of the workweek is looming. Worries about the week ahead are making their way front and center as you start to think about tasks not completed the week prior, mounting pressure for the week ahead, and how you are going to balance your personal, family, and…
Read MoreCrystals 101: Golden Healer Quartz
Golden Healer Quartz connects us to the Universal Life Force, or Divine Spirit, and is considered one of the master healers. Golden Healer Quartz is a high-vibration crystal, just like gold, so it will raise your vibrations, amplify your intentions, and release any blockages that are present in your body and in your life. This…
Read MoreUtilize Lion’s Breath in Your Practice
We all know that pranayama, or yogic breathing, can benefit our emotional, mental, and physical well-being. There are numerous types of pranayama that can help improve sleep, enhance lung capacity, and increase mindfulness, but Lion’s breath is one of our favorites. What is Lion’s Breath? Lion’s breath, or Simhasana in Sanskrit, is a form of…
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