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Imagine being more supportive of all of the wonderful aspects of YOU! Sometimes we are harder on ourselves than we are on anyone else.  In this episode, author & energy healer Dani Antman, talks about being okay with the side of ourselves that we don't want others to see (the shadow). She will also walk you through a guided imagery experience. The essential oil recommended for this episode include Acceptance - one of my favorite blends, it helps me to feel relaxed and supported in my life, regardless of what is going on.  To order your Premium Starter Kit + Acceptance oil, go to AromaThrive.com Find out more about Dani Antman & her book by clicking here: Dani Antman, author of Wired for God: Adventures of a Jewish Yogi." 

Happy Solstice - in Santa Barbara, we are welcoming Summer this weekend with a colorful & creative people-powered parade (no motors, no corporate branding) that draws tens of thousands to State Street to see the spectacle, followed by a celebration in the park. Wherever you are this weekend, consider taking time to mark this major turning point of the year - equal parts of light and dark. In this episode, I share ideas for a Solstice ritual - as well as findings from a new study that reveals people who spend two hours a week in nature (anywhere, doing anything), reported better well-being and satisfaction with their life (read more in The Guardian). Plus - how do you use your Premium Starter Kit of essential oils once your order them at AromaThrive.com? I offer some tips for working these pure nature's essences into daily life. Finally - are you in Santa Barbara Solstice Weekend, you're invited to an essential oils infused meditation/goal setting ritual at the beach. Message me for details, and listen for

If a summer (or longer) romance sounds enticing to you - tune-in to this advice from Lisa Amador of Amador Matchmaking. In this episode she urges listeners to get clear on their goals - What are your deal breakers? What you HAVE to have (or cannot have) in a mate?  - then get out into the world to start meeting others.  The suggested essential oils to inspire you as you listen to this podcast (and then take action) - are the blends of Clarity and Valor. The Valor comes in a premium starter kit (12 essential oils & blends + diffuser) you can order at AromaThrive.com   (photo by Rachel Sarah Thurston Photography)  

One of my best friends always said 'gratitude is the grease' that helps you attain your desires. So, why is giving thanks so powerful?  My guest Jacque Book, a mindset coach who speaks on gratitude and mindfulness explains the power of gratitude - and how important it is to speak about what you DO want, and not about what you don't.  Jacque shares a simple gratitude ritual she practices daily before she opens her eyes in the morning. She explains how you can do it, and why it's important to work this ritual into your daily routine. The essential oils aromas recommended to enhance this podcast listening experience are Idaho Blue Spruce and (Jacque's favorite), peppermint. You can order your essential oils at AromaThrive.com - where, you can receive 12 versatile pure essential oils & blends + a diffuser and other goodies all for a bargain price.  Find out more about Jacque and her work at JacqueBook.com

My friends who have migraines tell me they can be so severe they are throwing up, or bed ridden. How do migraines differ from other kinds of headaches? And, what are the latest treatments and alternative remedies being used to treat the discomfort?  In this episode, I speak with Dr. Adam Harcourt of Imagine X Functional Neurology in Santa Barbara, to find out about the latest research and treatments for migraines.  Peppermint is the essential oil recommended to enhance your listening experience for this episode. It's an extremely versatile oil - can be relaxing or uplifting, and it definitely can freshen up a room - or your mood. If you would like to get the essential oils Premium Starter Kit and ultrasonic diffuser mentioned at the end of this podcast, click here, or go to AromaThrive.com    (photo by Lisa Osborn/AromaThrive)

Are you feeling it? Exhausted, unmotivated, cynical, and just not into the daily grind? It could be burnout. This week, the World Health Organization (WHO) identified burnout as an occupational hazard. Now what?  We're clearly living in stressful times, so working at least a little time for self care and joy into daily life can help to keep you healthy. In this episode, I talk about burnout - and how you can support yourself, even if you only have a few minutes each day.  The recommended essential oil in this episode is JOY, a blend of floral (rose, jasmine, ylang ylang, geranium) and citrus (tangerine, bergamot, tangerine). We can all use a little more JOY in our lives, right? Also - a new moon is coming on Monday, so wrap up your tasks and goals for the month, and prepare to launch new plans after the new moon arrives on Monday.  Congrats to Young Living! Who celebrated the grand opening of their new global headquarters in Lehi Utah this week. Young Living is the leader in the modern essential oils movement

Discover how to use sound - and silence - to lead you into relaxation. I speak with producer Richard "Wolfie" Wolf about how meditating has supported him in his career as an Emmy-Award-Winning music composer for TV and Film.    Wolf is the author of "In Tune: Music as the Bridge to Mindfulness." He also teaches mindfulness to students at USC's Thornton School of Music and in this podcast he will share with you simple exercises for meditating and will lead a mindfulness exercise at the end of the conversation.   Wolf suggests that listening to calming music - and continuing to listen to silence (ambient sound) once the music ends - can help draw you into a meditative state.   We breathed in the aromas of tangerine and peppermint essential oils at the beginning of this podcast - and reflected on how essential oils can also be a gateway into mindfulness and meditation.  Experiment for yourself - order a Premium Starter Kit of 12 essential oils & cold-air diffuser at AromaThrive.com.   For more information

"Wonder" is the theme of this year's Santa Barbara Summer Solstice Celebration, June 21-23, 2019. The annual event attracts thousands of locals and out-of-towners welcoming the warm-weather season with a childlike sense of creativity and awe.  It's a great place to get in touch with your inner child. Pali X Mano, a local artist who lends his creative talents to Solstice each year, shares what inspires him to create colorful costumes and headdresses, along with the grand finale float - a  giant, brightly-colored inflatable with aerialists inside swinging from silks or trapezes.  Pali also shares how the Solstice parade got started (in 1974), along with ideas for how you can turn on your playful side by participating in the parade - or as a spectator.  "Inner Child" is the essential oil blend recommended in this podcast episode. Get yours - along with a premium starter kit of 12 essential oils and a cold air diffuser at AromaThrive.com  

Whether you're a seasoned dating pro  - or single and looking to meet someone new, take in these tips from Lisa Amador of Amador Matchmaking. Lisa is Santa Barbara's matchmaker - and she's also a dating coach. In this podcast she'll offer advice on photos for your dating profile, what to include - and what to definitely leave out - when writing your profile description, and what's up with the latest dating apps. For the low-tech, or singles who prefer to meet their next match in person. And - because dating can be stressful... the AromaThrive essential oil recommended in this podcast is STRESS AWAY. Enjoy!   (Photo by Rachel Sarah Thurston Photography)

Energy healing - what is it, and is it something anyone can learn to do? I posed this question to my guest, Dani Antman, author of Wired for God: Adventures of a Jewish Yogi." Dani is a Santa Barbara based energy healer. She's internationally known and has trained for years in her craft. She shares information on her work and how everything in the universe has a vibration or energy.    The podcast opens with news out of UC Berkeley, where researchers found that anxiety levels among college students are at epidemic levels.  I work on a UC campus, and I can often feel the nervous energy when I'm around groups of people. Sometimes, when I feel anxious at the end of a busy day, I'll use Epsom salt with essential oils in a bath, to help me calm down.   The recommended essential oils in this episode include Dorado Azul ( for lung and respiratory support) and the blend White Angelica - in honor of Dani, who loves sandalwood oil. To get started with your very own set of Premium Essential Oils, click here. Enjoy!

Earth Day is being celebrated at festivals and events around the world. Did you know that Earth Day began in Santa Barbara, CA? It's true. Following a massive oil spill in the Santa Barbara Channel in 1969, concerned community members rallied to help clean up the coastline, and set guidelines to protect the environment. The activism led to the creation of Earth Day. In honor of Earth Day, I'll share with you some ideas for being gentle on Mother Earth all year around. Recycling rules are changing in Santa Barbara and in other cities across the USA. Papers and plastics that used to be recyclable are now classified as trash.  From reducing, reusing and recycling, to choosing more wholesome (non-toxic) cleaning and personal products, to considering natural alternatives to medicines and garden care, this podcast will give you a lot to think about. The recommended essential oil for this podcast is Rosemary. You can receive a bottle of Rosemary essential oil, as my gift to you, when you become a member by ordering

Keep stress at bay by simplifying your life.  In this episode, I encourage you to cut out unnecessary things from daily life - whether it's too many activities/meetings or household & personal care products that could be harmful to your health and well being. You might shop organic - but, do you ever think about the ingredients in the personal care and cleaning products in your home? Choosing products with ingredients you can pronounce can keep your body from being bogged down with potentially harmful ingredients, such as synthetic fragrances and stuff that can mess with hormones. And, how about getting out in nature? It's Spring - wildflowers are blooming everywhere - a walk in nature, enjoying fresh air an natural beauty is a great way to recharge your spirit.  Recommended Essential Oil:  Lemon.... keeping it simple with this pure citrus aroma. My favorite way to use this oil is to apply a few drops to rough spots on the bottom of my feet after a bath or shower. You could also add a drop to a glass of d

Spring Cleaning is a tradition for some. But, as you clean your surroundings - do you ever think about cleaning Yourself?  Consider using this season of rebirth (and new moon on April 5) to detox your body, or weed  your mind garden. In this podcast, I offer ideas for detoxing using a line of wellness vitamin supplements & essential oils that are pure and natural. In addition, consider your thoughts - some experts say we are creating our future 30 seconds at a time, with the thoughts & ideas we are thinking about. The suggested essential oils to enhance this podcast are a blend: lemon, lavender and peppermint. This blend is known to support seasonal discomfort, you know, the sniffles, sneezes, itchy eyes. Good news is - each of these oils (lemon, lavender, peppermint) are included in the premium starter kit - a dozen essential oils + electric home diffuser + premium samples, when you order at AromaThrive.com.  I will also tell you about a bill that's making its way through the California Assembly (AB

Wednesday is the Spring Equinox in the northern hemisphere - and, this year there's an added bonus. A full moon coincides with the equinox. In fact - it's a Super Full Moon -where the moon appears extra large in the sky because it's closer than usual to earth. The Equinox - a time of equal light & darkness - is one of four turning points of the year. It's a great time for planting seeds, and setting goals. In this podcast, I offer ideas for honoring yourself, and inspiring your dreams, during this auspicious time. To shop for the essential oils and other products mentioned in this podcast, go to AromaThrive.com

Do you have a Dream? The stars will be aligning on this year's Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday to assist you in anchoring your dreams and goals.  In this podcast, I'll share with you tips for setting goals and intentions during the full moon lunar eclipse and supermoon, which will be visible on the west coast of the USA and all across north and south america on the evening of January 20-21, 2019. This full moon will appear extra large in the sky because of its close proximity to earth, that's why it's a supermoon.  Legend has it that during any full moon humans may be feeling more emotional than usual, and if you quiet your mind and tune-in to your inner guidance, there's the opportunity for an Aha! moment - gaining insights - and coming up with creative new ideas. The full moon might also shine light on what was previously unknown.   A vision board is a powerful way to anchor in your dreams and goals. The Los Angeles Times recently published a story on how to create a vision board, and they turned to

So many of us are often thinking of the past or projecting into the future, but being in the moment is where you have the power to guide your destiny. In this episode of my 'Rituals' series, I speak with Santa Barbara TV news reporter Tracy Lehr, of KEYT News.  In order for her to do her job of reporting the news on a tight deadline, Lehr says a key to her success on the job is being in the moment.   The California Assembly recently recognized Lehr as 'Woman of the Year' for her continuous coverage of the two disasters that hit the Santa Barbara area in the Winter of 2018, the Thomas Fire followed by the 1/9 Montecito Debris Flow. Lehr shares how one photographer's single word of HOPE helped her to regain composure after starting to cry on camera in the time following the January 9th mudslides.   Lehr explains what it's like to be a news reporter, being assigned stories with little notices and expected to get them on TV sometimes in as little as 30 minutes.  She also shares some tips for what it takes to be a

Musician and recording engineer Mike de Martino was introduced to Reiki when he was recovering from cancer treatment. Since then, he's become a practitioner of the natural healing modality, and works with a group that offers no-cost reiki sessions to the public in Ventura County. In this podcast, Mike explains what reiki is - and how he went from being a bit skeptical to a true believer in the benefits of this practice, which is a relaxing blend of gentle touch and meditation. You'll also hear some music de Martino composed to heighten the reiki experience.  To enhance your listening experience, I recommend the pure essential oils of Peppermint and Frankincense. You can order these oils from me, as part of a Premium Starter Kit which includes 11 essential oils and your choice of diffuser, at AromaThrive.com And, click here for more information and to listen to more samples of Mike de Martino's music. (photo: Mike de Martino with his wife, Tracy Lehr)

Whether you're giving a speech or public presentation,  or just want to glide through your day with more grace and ease, these Rituals for Confidence can help. Author, hypnotist and public speaker Nancy Segal shares simple techniques you can do to help you to feel more confident.  Nancy also shares powerful tips for turning your self-talk into success.  And, she is an advanced BWRT practitioner, so she shares insights into this new neuroscience technique. Find out more about Nancy Segal at http://www.risingaboveit.com The recommended essential oils to enhance your listening experience are Frankincense,  Palo Santo, Peppermint and the Young Living blend Envision.  Order yours at www.aromathrive.com 

Tradition says that it's easier to make contact with souls who have crossed over to the other side around this time of year. It's Interesting that different cultures celebrate similar traditions like Halloween,  Dia de los Muertos and All Saints  Day in late October and early November. In this podcast,  I offer tips for connecting with loved ones on the other side.  Enhance your listening experience with the following essential oils: Palo Santo, Frankincense or Sandalwood.  Order at AromaThrive.com 

A few minutes of quiet reflection can support you throughout the day. And, developing a simple practice can help you to get in touch with inner guidance and the things that are most important to you. In this podcast my friend Paula Lopez Ochoa, a media personality and Santa Barbara Realtor, shares her rituals for reflection, and how it helps her be her personal best. As you listen, you might be inspired to create your own ritual, or decide to set aside a few minutes of quiet time in your daily life. Enhance your listening experience with these essential oils, which promote relaxation and well being: Frankincense, and the Young Living blends Acceptance and Transformation. You can order these oils on my website, AromaThrive.com