Where Beauty Begins
What is Aromatherapy? This ancient holistic practice consists of using natural oils derived from plants to provide physiological and psychological benefits. The oils can be extracted from many different plant materials (grass, leaves, flowers, needles, wood and roots) and are usually highly … [Read more...]
Relax, let go and be free By Ashton Darnell There has never been a better time to focus on yourself than with the changing of the seasons. As we shift from the cold weather and dark shades of winter and slip into the warmth of funky fresh spring colors, it's time to release your spirit and let … [Read more...]
Live light. By Ashton Darnell We tend to hold ourselves to high expectations, which only prove to increase our stress levels. Why? Perhaps it's because we load ourselves up. We create a sense of heaviness that can make even the easiest of tasks seem overwhelmingly … [Read more...]
What really makes you happy? By Ashton Darnell What is happiness? How do you know if you are happy? These are two very important questions to take into consideration when you are taking a look at your own happiness levels. What makes you happy, may not make others happy. To reach your full … [Read more...]
Why you have permission to be selfish By Ashton Darnell The impulse to put others first is ingrained in women. Have you ever heard someone say "I work this hard so you can have all the things I couldn't or never had?" I always think "why"? Why should you have had to give up anything you want? … [Read more...]
Our favorite tips for work-week relaxation By: Ashton Darnell Let's face it, there can be good workdays, and there can be bad ones. While the good days can make you feel as if you were on top of the world, the bad ones can really take a toll both mentally and physically. Whether you've had a … [Read more...]
Tips for diffusing arguments and resolving issues in a healthy way By Ashton Darnell When you're in a relationship with someone, fighting is inevitable. Chances are you will not always agree on every subject which can lead you to into a swirl of questioning your relationship and feeling out … [Read more...]
Why you should get happy today! By Ashton Darnell In a review of more than 160 studies, human and animal subjects found "clear and compelling evidence" that—all else being equal—happy people tend to live longer and experience better health than their unhappy peers. The study, … [Read more...]
4 beauty benefits of dance By Ashton Darnell Watching dance for me transcends space and time. But what exactly does dance do for our bodies and our health? Beauty Benefit #1: Mental Clarity In a study, dance decreased the risk of dementia by an astounding 76%. Cheryl Chaddick, a … [Read more...]
Decompress from your hectic week with these stress relieving yoga poses! By Ashton Darnell You've made it through your work week (and Valentine's Day to boot!) now it's time to relax and refocus for the next week ahead. There are plenty of ways to decompress after a long week. Some of our … [Read more...]
