The journey of releasing an addiction can be a long and trying experience. Relapse is many times a part of the recovery process. Below is an excerpt from a blog post of Hamish, a former alcoholic, and his reflection on returning to day zero. Click here to watch our interview with Hamish and hear his story …
We all having cravings of some kind. When cravings and reactions to cravings continue, then this becomes a cycle of addiction. Dr. Arien van der Merwe, an integrative medical doctor, shares her top tips for bringing death to addiction and saying yes to life. DISTRACT – have a cup of coffee or herbal tea. ESCAPE …
Cleansing the liver supports digestion, heart health, eye sight, the skin and much more. Along with detoxing the body, the liver is responsible for storing minerals, Vitamin A and iron. Do you struggle with:high acidity levelsblurry visionbloatingfatigueskin discolouration?These are all symptoms of a liver that will benefit from a cleanse. Five ways to love your …
Lack of self-love and self-worth result in repetitive destructive experiences such as addictive behaviour. Where does the root of this cycle come from? It has bee proven by psychologists world wide that when the emotional body is overwhelmed during the formative years, then behavioural patterns follow that include the inability to cope with stress, addictions, …
What is keeping you out of flow with the river of life? Sometimes we may not know what the obstacle or challenge is that is keeping us from being in rhythm with the universe, all we know is that there is a blockage. Whether we know our challenges or triggers, energy healing can resolve traumas, …
To have a craving is one thing, to be addicted beyond self-help is life threatening. Poet and literary author of the 1800’s Edgar Allan Poe, said about his addiction: “I have absolutely no pleasure in the stimulants in which I sometimes so madly indulge. It has not been in the pursuit of pleasure that I …
Your immune system is a complex chain of organs and systems, keeping you physically, mentally and emotionally well. A healthy, strong immune system fights off infection, bacteria, pathogens and viruses. A deficiency in nutrients in the body will impact the quality of how your entire immune system functions. Bear in mind, the immune system is not …
We all have heard the quote that sleep is the best medicine. It restores the body, calms the mind and can help to bring perspective to chaotic emotions. But what happens when sleep eludes you? DAILY CHOICES Did you know that your daily lifestyle choices affect the quality and quantity of your sleep? Drinking enough clean …
We were designed to flourish under the sun! However, excessive sunburn and overexposure to the sun without protecting our skin, could damage our DNA. It also causes photo ageing. That means it breaks down the elastin and collagen fibres that support the skin, causing wrinkles and premature ageing. That’s why so many sun worshipers look …
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Cannabidiol (CBD) oil is well known to use for calming stress. It’s other benefits include: brain protection pain relief muscle relaxant strengthens the heart CBD oil is extracted from the hemp plant. A full spectrum oil contains all the beneficial properties of the plant while a broad spectrum contains only some of these. What to …
