This article is from VegNews Okinawa, Sardinia, Nicoya, Ikaria, and Loma Linda are the world’s Blue Zones, where plant-forward diets are common. But what do they eat during the holidays? In the US and the UK, Christmas dinner is usually a meaty feast. There’s roast turkey or ham or beef Wellington, for example, which is usually consumed alongside copious amounts of bacon-wrapped  pigs in blankets , pork stuffing, and gravy. However, research suggests that more people might be

Most people hear the word "hospice" and think that the end of life is near. It is seen as the very last resort that basically means that the family has given up hope. This is a great misunderstanding. Hospice Care strives to create the most comfortable environment for elderly people for as long as they possibly can. Even though hospice care is intended for people who have 6 months to live, patients are evaluated every 6 months to determine whether or not this level of care is

Sharenting (sharing + parenting) is the practice of putting baby pictures online. This topic has very strong emotions attached to it on both sides of the argument. In this digital age of social media and the world wide web, there are reasons for and against sharing baby pictures online. Let's explore this topic further... Having a baby is a life-changing experience that brings so much excitement. It can become difficult to hold back the desire to share this excitement with th

Mudra means "To Please", and is a way to invoke the unseen forces for health and happiness. You can literally manifest your destiny with the palm of your hands. Mudras are a type of sign language to the angelic realm. Every day, hire the angels of Light and fire the angels of darkness with Mudra Therapy.        The month of December is a 12, and when you reduce this number (1 + 2 = 3) you get the planetary influence of Jupiter. Jupiter is the "Lord of Spiritual and Material G

The Universal Venus Period is a 52-day cycle that takes us into 2026 with the blessings of Love. Venus rules over the arts, music, dance, and F U N! This is the season for parties, celebrations, and letting go of stress to enjoy the beauty of life. Venus rules over nature, flowers, and our connection to this precious Earth Mother that holds us in Love every day. Take some time to connect with Gaia, send her your Love, and allow your soul to recharge and enliven during this ti

The Following Article is From The Good News Network... Even in desert conditions, there exists some level of humidity that, with the right material, can be soaked up and squeezed out to produce clean drinking water. In recent years, scientists have developed  a host of promising sponge-like materials  for this “atmospheric water harvesting.”  But recovering the water from these materials usually requires heat — and time. Existing designs rely on heat from the sun to evaporat

In these ever-changing times, it is vital that we hold onto Hope. Hope offers a lifeline when things might feel grim. When old systems of belief and structure are collapsing, when there is more uncertainty than ever, and when fear has caused division and separation, then Hope is a guiding force back to harmony. It brings new ideas, creative solutions, and courage to choose Love once again. There are many plants and trees that help guide us to a more hopeful place, and here ar

You are amazing! You are here for a purpose. Cultivated and embraced by love, you are the manifestation of Light. You and I experience this lifetime for a purpose, like a calling. You know that one topic that really reaches deep down and either frustrates or moves your heart? Well, these are subtle clues on your path to gift giving and receiving. We are showered daily with blessings, some big, some small. To identify with a thing outside of oneself is not the goal. To feel th

Thanksgiving holiday was a beautiful celebration of gratitude and togetherness. Duality is unavoidable in all of our experiences, and a small challenge presented itself at our gathering. There was a guest at our party that triggered many of the other guests. This is what prompted me to meditate on this topic and write about it this week. When you get so many different kinds of people together in one space, it can bring out inner Truths, fears, and traumas. Here are some thoug

Traveling into a reality filled with treasures, Breathing through challenges and pleasures. My heart keeps records of what's said & done, The Light shines the path of the eternal Sun. As I experience life and take in what I see, My heart craves unity and acceptance to be. Unhealthy emotions, speech, and behaviors, Are reflections of the heart crying out for a savior. The Truth is that we came to heal the past, Manifesting the reality that is changing fast. The soul sending me

The Following Article is From The Good News Network... It’s 42% of Colombia’s territory. It’s 7% of the total Amazon Rainforest. It’s the same size as Sweden, and it’s now free from future oil and mineral extraction. The news that half a million square kilometers of territory in the Amazon biome of Colombia was now limited only to renewable and regenerative economic activities only came out of Brazil, where the 30th annual meeting of the parties to the UN convention on climat

This week we would like to highlight the essences and nut oils that have really helped us personally in health and happiness in the most recent days, weeks, and months. Joshua has his favorites, and I have mine. Here is a short list and description of our top three plant teachers at this time and space and why they are so helpful... Joshua's three pics are Leleshwa, Mugwort, and Black Cumin. Leleshwa is used around the eyes in large circles to help with dryness and agitation

On a peaceful path you dance and sing. In the splendor of love your mind is free. Grateful life, grateful love, grateful indeed. Here's to making better choices, whatever they may be! Treat everyday like Thanksgiving!   Peace, Joshua

Jupiter is the planet of expansion, and every Thanksgiving week we have experienced in the past, and will experience in the future, is ruled by Jupiter and "The Hanged Man", as it always falls on the 48th week of the year. We expand in digestion by feasting in gratitude, we expand in socialization by surrounding ourselves with friends and family, and we expand in gratitude for all of the blessings we have received throughout the year. However, these old ways of expansion are

Gratitude for the wisdom from big life challenges, Learning how to find the center out of imbalances. Gratitude for clarity where there is confusion, The Light of Truth dissolves the entire illusion. Gratitude for the ability to see a new perspective, Turning things upside down like a life detective. Gratitude for endings that hold space for new beginnings, Detaching from darkness draws in fortune and winnings. Gratitude for letting go of what has held us back, Feeling Light,

The Following Article is From The Good News Network... Chemists in England have created a gel that can repair and regenerate tooth enamel, opening up new possibilities for effective and long-lasting dental treatment.  The gel can be rapidly applied to teeth in the same way dentists currently apply standard fluoride treatments. However, this new protein-based gel is fluoride-free and works by mimicking key features of the natural proteins that guide the growth of dental ename

Aromatherapy is a powerful tool for emotional work because it directly impacts the memory center of the brain and helps us rewire ourselves after pain, heart-break, loss, trauma, or other major life shifts we may find difficult to process. Plant medicine is extremely grounding, and opens the heart and mind to deep introspection in order to address the shadow side that can be a source of karma and pain if not addressed. The essences we go to for shadow work have truly helped u

One step at a time... When life is digging up the road ahead, it is time to take a break and meditate on the next step. Take this time to rest the mind and listen to the heart. One of the most amazing practices to do is one of breath awareness. Practicing "3-point breath", breathing all through the nose, in this sequence: inhale-hold-exhale. Start with an of inhale/5 sec. hold/ 5 sec/ exhale 5 sec. Extend the time evenly as your lungs strengthen. The goal is  to reach 20 seco

We are in a cosmic realignment, a time of transition, and an awakening of humanity. The shedding of the false self is occurring in every choice we make on every day that we live. We are either acting from Love or reacting from fear. This time of transition looks a little bit different for each of us. Some relate more to the Kali Yuga right now, observing the darkness coming to Light. Others resonate more with the Light Age of creativity, presence, and Universal Love. Either w

The eyes envision the external world so bright, It's much easier to see what is in the Light. Entering the depths of the darkness within, The bottom of the cave is where to begin. There are stories there of trauma and pain, With deeper lessons and wisdom to gain. They are locked up behind bars of steel, Making certain that they will never heal. Looking around to find the key, Compassion and Love become the referee. Back and forth, the energetic battle begins, But in the end,