I'm a huge supporter of using all natural healers instead of turning to over the counter medicine or prescriptions, and because of that I love herbal remedies and, of course, essential oils. While there are a few different ways to use essential oils, I prefer to diffuse them or just inhale them directly, which makes this essential oil necklace the perfect option! Supplies** Metal locket with holes to diffuse (craft stores) Metal neck chain 2 small metal jump rings Metal ... [ Read More ]
How to Use Essential Oils Topically
At times, using essential oils can be overwhelming, but with the many natural benefits that they hold it's definitely worth it. If you're just starting a journey with essential oils, you'll need to familiarize yourself with the four common methods of using essential oils, decide which oils you'd like in your starter kit, and then start researching how each oil can benefit your mind and body. Each essential oil has a pretty lengthy list of benefits, and in order to reap each benefit you may ... [ Read More ]
The Importance of Carrier Oils When Using Essential Oils
Starting a journey with essential oils can be, at times, overwhelming. From deciding how you want to use them, deciding what essential oils you'll want in your starter kit, and even how they can benefit your body and mind. A little research and a lot of patience can make your journey with oils a lot less stressful, and I just want to make things easier! There are a few ways you can use essential oils, but one of the most common methods is applying them topically. If you do use that method, ... [ Read More ]
5 Things to Make With Lavender Flowers
By now, you guys know I am a sucker for natural remedies as well as making my own supplies. Isn't that what being old fashioned is all about? With that being said, while lavender has a bunch of healing benefits, (click here to see why it's my favorite essential oil for your starter pack) lavender flowers are easily incorporated into useful household supplies, too! To continue on the path of natural remedies and DIY supplies, and as a follow up to 7 things you can be making with coconut oil, ... [ Read More ]
Essential Oils You Need in Your Starter Kit
If you're looking to start a journey with essential oils, even if you've read my introduction on how to use them, you could be feeling a little overwhelmed. There are countless essential oils out there, not to mention a ton of different mixtures. With so many options, how do you know where to start? Today I'd like to give you guys a basic for building your essential oil starter kit. I'm a sucker for all-natural remedies, and these 8 oils will help benefit your body and mind without taking a ... [ Read More ]
8 Essential Oil Solutions for the Homestead
If you haven't already, you should definitely look into beginning a journey with essential oils. Not only can they help your own body and mind, but they can help you in all sorts of ways around the homestead. There are endless ways to use essential oils, but today I wanted to focus on 8 ways essential oils can benefit you around the homestead! They're great all-natural ways to keep your animals happy and healthy, keep pests at a distance, and even help with bug bites and sunburns you might get ... [ Read More ]
10 Healing Foods Straight From the Kitchen
There are a ton of all-natural ingredients that contain healing or immune boosting properties that I fear are often overlooked. In today's world, many of us are quick to run to the drug store each time we have an issue instead of focusing on what natural remedies we might have, or even preventing sickness before it happens! There are a ton of healing foods in the world, but today I thought we could start with 10. You'll probaly have most of these ingredients in your kitchen already, and the ... [ Read More ]
10 Plants to Help You Sleep
If you haven't ever struggled with falling asleep, while you should consider yourself lucky, you're definitely in the minority. A lot of people struggle with falling asleep and staying asleep, and there are tons of issues that could be leading to your issue: anxiety, stress, even low amounts of oxygen. Rather than trying sleeping pills, try an all natural solution! There are herbal teas, essential oil blends, and even this list of household plants that can help you sleep! While a lot of ... [ Read More ]
5 Natural Remedies for Snoring
Whether you or your partner snores, you know that it can become quite a problem. If you're one of the loud snorers, then it might even cause issues such as sleepless nights and even strain your relationships. However, before you go to extreme measures, try some of these natural remedies and methods for managing snoring first. ... [ Read More ]