by Lizbeth Russell | Feb 7, 2020 | Uncategorized, Wellness
Many commercial facial cleansers and moisturizers contain ingredients that may irritate or harm your skin, especially in the winter months. For those of us with very sensitive skin, reading ingredients is a must, as well as calling the company to verify an ingredient,...
by Lizbeth Russell | Feb 2, 2020 | Herbal Insights, Uncategorized, Wellness
HERB NAME: Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) is a relative of the mint family, with a mild lemony flavor that goes well in tea, lemonade, and even for cooking. A gentle, soothing herb for people of all ages. COMMON NAME: Lemon balm, balm, Melissa, honey...
by Lizbeth Russell | Jan 25, 2020 | 5 Things, Uncategorized, Wellness
If you’re like me, winter is hard because it’s harder to get out into nature. Yes, it’s still outside that front door, just a bit frozen and sometimes under a blanket of snow. Being able to enjoy a bit of green nature indoors during the winter months has many...
by Lizbeth Russell | Jan 12, 2020 | Mindfulness, Uncategorized, Wellness
If you are like many people, now that the holidays are over, you’re dealing with what I call PHSB, or “Post-Holiday Stress & Blues.” The season has wound down, we’re back to the grind of work and “real life.” But…why is the stress worse than before the...
by Lizbeth Russell | Oct 14, 2019 | Uncategorized, Wellness
“Go big or go home” The constant barrage of self-care ads featuring a completely relaxing spa getaway can leave many of us feeling frustrated. While it would be great to have a day at the spa, many of us just don’t have the time or money to go. Quite honestly, life as...
by Lizbeth Russell | Aug 17, 2019 | Messages from the Linden Tree, Uncategorized, Wellness
Nourishment is a key ingredient for this week. What are you doing to nourish your mind, body, and spirit? Taking care of your body means eating well, getting plenty of water, and sufficient rest. For your mind, are you finding time to read something (other than the...
