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 …
The vagus nerve is the longest cranial nerve which wanders like a vagabond throughout the internal organs. New research is also talking about the probability of the vagus nerve as the answer to treating chronic inflammation. “The more relaxed and calm you are, the more healthy your vagus nerve is,” says Nianell, singer and sound …
In our interview with Dr Arien van Der Merwe, holistic medical doctor, she shared a few practical formulas that can help you destress. Stress from uncertainty and deep seated survival concerns (manifested as feelings of panic, fear, anxiety or physically as e.g. hand clenching, heart palpitations, shallow or fast breathing, gut discomfort) is insidious and …
by Asha Dullabh, Integrative clinical psychologist We are BEINGS of thought processes. We are the software that is continually creating the totality of who we are, our personality, our character and our physical body. The mind, body and spirit as one. Becoming intimate with oneself is a tough and challenging journey. You are forced …
