by Melissa Roxas | Dec 14, 2023 | Food as Medicine, Inspiration, Nutrition, Recipes
In my last blog, I shared the health benefits of guava. Our wonderful neighbor brings us bags full almost every other day of guavas during this time of year. Not wanting to waste this bountiful gift, I found myself trying different guava recipes. I’d like to share...
by Melissa Roxas | Nov 15, 2023 | Chinese medicine, Inspiration, Mindfulness, Self-Care, Stress Relief
How gratitude facilitates healing November is the season of giving thanks. In this blog, I talk about how cultivating gratitude is a transformative practice that can profoundly benefit the mind, body and spirit. I also give some ideas on how to incorporate gratitude...
by Melissa Roxas | Oct 25, 2023 | Inspiration, Self-Care
It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the deluge of distressing information in the news. While staying informed is vital, it’s equally crucial to safeguard your mental and emotional well-being. Let’s explore how self-care, resilience, and hope can help...
by Little Sage | Sep 13, 2023 | Inspiration, Mindfulness, Self-Care, Stress Relief, Women's Health
Women often wear multiple hats, juggling careers, families, and community responsibilities. We excel in many areas of life, but amidst the hustle and bustle, we sometimes forget a crucial role: taking care of ourselves. The Guilt of Prioritizing Self-Care Many of us...
by Melissa Roxas | Aug 31, 2023 | Inspiration, Mindfulness, Stress Relief, Women's Health
Life, in all its intricate chaos, has a way of sweeping us up in its currents, leaving us breathless in its wake. To the women who navigate the labyrinth paths of both career and nurturing their families, this dance can feel especially demanding. As the world shifts...
by Melissa Roxas | Aug 9, 2023 | Acupressure, Acupuncture, Chinese medicine, Inspiration, Mindfulness, Qi Gong
Did you know that in real life you can connect to the force? The concept of the force is not anything new. Or fictional. George Lucas is said to have been inspired by the ancient philosophies of East Asia when he came up with the idea of the force in his Star...