The Power of CBD Oil
Lately, there is A LOT of talk about CBD oil. When discussing Cannabidiol (CBD), many people still have some misconceptions, and often, they confuse it with marijuana’s psychoactive chemical component known as Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). CBD oil, also known as a...
Sanity Guide for the Self-Employed
If you work for yourself, you understand that although it offers an exciting and independent opportunity, it isn’t always what we dreamed it would be. Being self-motivated and accountable for your own actions is not easy and when the going gets tough, sometimes it’s...
Choose LOVE Over Fear
This week, I got to thinking about the motivation behind my passion for health. I realized that some of the energy that I put in, the supplements, organic food, alkaline water, and even exercise, is partly based on fear. Thoughts like “I don’t want to get sick” or “I...
Back to Basics – 7 Steps to Simplify Your Life
Have you ever found yourself saying “I am done with Facebook,” or “I wish I could throw my cell phone into the ocean?” If so, you are not alone. Needing a simpler, less hectic life seems to be on the minds of many. What was once invented to bring us closer together,...
Money & Wellness
The very topic that causes so many of us stress and anxiety can on the flip side, also bring much joy and empowerment. So how do we find a balance between making sure that it doesn’t control us while still ensuring that we have enough? I haven’t always been the best...
Bad Breath Solutions
Okay we’ve all been there. We go on a date, lunch with a friend, or we meet somebody at an event and all we can notice is their bad breath! How do we react? Do we tell them or do we just pretend not to notice? I have certainly met people on numerous occasions where...
Let Emotions Be Your Guide
The law of attraction is certainly not new but it has gotten much more attention over the past decade since the movie “The Secret” came out which spread the message that “what we think about often becomes our reality.” Similar teachings go on to say that our thoughts...
And The Oscar Goes To…
You may be curious as to why I’d write about the Oscars in a wellness section of City Watch LA. One might think that the Hollywood scene is all about money, power, outer appearances, and a fake double kiss on the cheek with the right connections. But after watching...
Is Anger Getting in the Way?
Many years ago I decided to try therapy because I was dealing with depression due to the break-up of a long-term relationship. My therapist having known that I felt down for an extended period said “you may feel depressed, but chances are you’re just really angry.”...
Laugh Out Loud – It May Improve Your Health
Laughter may truly be the best medicine. Life for many of us has gotten so serious and along with that comes less time to laugh, have fun, and enjoy life. Dr. Norman Cousins who wrote “An Anatomy of an Illness” was one of the first to recognize the power of laughter...
What IF This is as Good as it Gets?
I am ALL for being optimistic and thinking positive. I believe that we can to some degree, create our destiny using affirmations, a focused mindset, and the power of intention. But if you’ve tried to implement the law of attraction you may have found that things don’t...
Not ALL Carbs Are The Enemy
It seems that carbs have been getting a very bad rap especially for those looking to lose weight and get fit. The ketogenic diet which has gained immense popularity over the past few years, has emphasized the lowering of carbohydrates and the increasing of good fats...
