Pets are more than just animals in our homes — they are companions, confidants, and sources of unconditional love. Whether through structured pet therapy or everyday companionship, animals can play a vital role in easing loneliness, reducing stress, and improving quality of life.

Humans thrive on interactions with others, with relationships of all types helping to bring meaning to life. Friendships, in particular, help you connect with like-minded individuals and flesh out your sense of self.

If you're curious about herbalism and would like to explore herbs as a hobby, here are some easy recipes to try at home. These are designed to be accessible and effective, perfect for anyone looking to explore and nurture their mind and body naturally.

Aromatherapy is not just about making your home smell nice. It’s a holistic approach that uses natural plant extracts to promote health and well-being. When you inhale essential oils, the molecules travel through your nose and stimulate the limbic system—the part of your brain that controls emotions, memories, and arousal. This is why certain scents can instantly lift your mood or help you relax after a stressful day.

You can create a nice DIY Wellness Retreat in your own home. Plan ahead so that your weekend can be a relaxation haven

Learning to be mindful on a daily basis doesn't mean that you are perfectly calm all the time. That's not even the goal. It's not how we...

Updated January 3, 2022 Aromatherapy: Make Your Own Flower Essences Think of flower essences as the Reiki of the plant world, as they ...

Originally posted November 13, 2018. Hobby Corner: Fall Warming Salve for Pain Relief This spring and summer, I wildcrafted some herbs to...

Originally posted February 6, 2018. Clinical Aromatherapy One of my life long hobbies is studying healing plants in the form of herbals,...

Below is a recipe for healing skin wounds I made for a friend who had been hurt in an accident. Of course, common sense disclaimer: he used this salve on his hands after a stay in the hospital, and the salve is not a substitute for medical care. But there was alot of trauma, both physical and emotional, and his closed wounds were in for a long healing period.

Originally posted August 18, 2014. I’m trying to protect my garden from becoming deer appetizers! A seasoned gardener in deer country,...

Updated January 26, 2022 In 2014, Maasumeh Kaviani, Faculty Member at the Shiraz University of Medical Sciences in Iran, and her team...

Originally posted May 22, 2013. This is my creative arts workspace. 52 years ago, my mom, who is now 92, created this beautiful...