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The Magic of Halloween

The Magic of Halloween

Halloween is a tradition passed down from the Celtic pagan celebration of Samhain (pronounced Sowen) which marked the end of the harvest and transition into winter, which was often associated...

The Magic of Halloween

Halloween is a tradition passed down from the Celtic pagan celebration of Samhain (pronounced Sowen) which marked the end of the harvest and transition into winter, which was often associated...

Magickal Aromatics: Protection & Purification

Magickal Aromatics: Protection & Purification

I've been steeped in research on how plants, flowers, earth, resins, oils, and other materials are used in magickal practices throughout different traditions. Its a lot more esoteric than the...

Magickal Aromatics: Protection & Purification

I've been steeped in research on how plants, flowers, earth, resins, oils, and other materials are used in magickal practices throughout different traditions. Its a lot more esoteric than the...

The Cult of MLM Essential Oil Companies

The Cult of MLM Essential Oil Companies

I starting writing this blog post back in May when I saw articles and blog posts referencing a new class action lawsuit against Young Living accusing them of operating an...

The Cult of MLM Essential Oil Companies

I starting writing this blog post back in May when I saw articles and blog posts referencing a new class action lawsuit against Young Living accusing them of operating an...

Back to School: Aromatic Support Systems

Back to School: Aromatic Support Systems

It's that time of year when faculty, administrative staff, and students of all ages from grade school to PhD candidates come back from summer break. I work at an Ivy...

Back to School: Aromatic Support Systems

It's that time of year when faculty, administrative staff, and students of all ages from grade school to PhD candidates come back from summer break. I work at an Ivy...

All About Shampoo Bars

All About Shampoo Bars

I started making shampoo bars a year ago and quickly fell in love. I have temperamental hair and have a hard time finding liquid shampoo that is suitable for oily...

All About Shampoo Bars

I started making shampoo bars a year ago and quickly fell in love. I have temperamental hair and have a hard time finding liquid shampoo that is suitable for oily...

Complementary Alternative Medicine is not a Replacement for Traditional Medicine

Complementary Alternative Medicine is not a Rep...

Aromatherapy, among other complementary alternative medicine practices are just that - complementary. These practices are not meant to replace traditional medical practices and treatments entirely. Body autonomy is crucial and...

Complementary Alternative Medicine is not a Rep...

Aromatherapy, among other complementary alternative medicine practices are just that - complementary. These practices are not meant to replace traditional medical practices and treatments entirely. Body autonomy is crucial and...