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It's been proven by quite a few studies that plants are good for our psychological development. If you green an area, the rate of crime goes down.
So we need them, in some deep psychological sense, which I don't suppose anybody really understands yet. ~ Jane Goodall |
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| Happy Spring at last! Isn't it good to see the sun (on the days it shows up LOL) and all the flowering plants popping with color all around us?
There's something about fresh flowers that lifts my mood. The colors, shapes and scents somehow make me feel lighter and happier.
And speaking of flowers, I wanted to share that I've recently been trained in the science of Bach Flower Essences. This method of natural healing was discovered by Dr. Edward Bach, who was a British physician, surgeon, and bacteriologist.
If you're unfamiliar with this therapy, Bach Flowers work directly on emotional imbalances and indirectly on a physical issue if it's caused by the emotional imbalance.
During his lifetime, Dr. Bach discovered 38 flower remedies and grouped them under seven headings (roots of emotional imbalance):
- Fear
- Uncertainty
- Insufficient interest in present circumstances
- Loneliness
- Over-sensitivity to influence and ideas
- Despondency or despair
- Over-care for the welfare of others
These flower essences are really quite remarkable. If you'd like to learn how to improve your emotional well-being using Bach Flower Essences, I invite you to read more here ... |
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Sign up for a Bach Flower Essence consultation during the month of May and save!
What's Included: - - 40 minute consultation (in person, by phone or Zoom video conferencing)
- - Bach Flower Essence remedy bottle based on your specific health concerns
Cost: $47 (regularly $97)
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| | FOOD FOCUS: WATERMELON SALAD
Another thing to love at this time of year is getting together with friends and family. With Memorial Day just around the corner, it's time to try out a new recipe to bring to your holiday party. Watermelon salad is cool, refreshing and delicious. The sweet, savory and salty flavors combine nicely in this crowd pleasing recipe.
1 small round seedless watermelon, cut in half with flesh removed
3 oz. feta cheese, cut into evenly sized pieces
3 cups fresh arugula, cleaned and dried
Vinaigrette Ingredients:
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, washed, dried and chopped into small pieces
3 tablespoons grapeseed or extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons sea salt
½ teaspoon pepper
- If possible, make the vinaigrette in advance to give the flavors a chance to meld. Combine all the vinaigrette ingredients in a small glass bowl and whisk to combine thoroughly. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.
- Next, cut the small watermelon in half, then remove and reserve flesh in a glass bowl. Pat the inside of each empty watermelon rind with a paper towel to dry. Set aside to use as serving bowls for the finished salad.
- Add feta and washed arugula to glass bowl along with the chopped watermelon flesh. Top with vinaigrette and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- To serve, add watermelon feta mixture to reserved watermelon rinds and garnish with sprigs of fresh cilantro.
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