How the months do roll by... it was a strange winter in these parts and Spring has arrived earlier than usual, which is a nice but somewhat startling surprise. This weekend finally brought some rain, and although a look at the Farmer's Almanac convinced me that it does not look like a good year to plant trees, I am continuing with my adventures in permaculture and have purchased a variety of seeds and books.
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A couple of other treats: around Valentine's Day this year I decided to treat myself with a couple of gorgeous fair trade, nature-themed rings from Novica (please see my Fair Trade page for more info).
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In addition to other latest efforts for health, I have once again reached the bridge between doctor-prescribed antidepressants and natural products. In part due to some insights gained from my acupuncture treatments, I have decided to try 5-HTP in combination with some selected herbals for adrenal support, and turmeric for my body aches and pains. I had been back on Prozac for some time, as experience has made me comfortable with the buffer it provides (as well as the fact it is covered by my employee health benefits), however it once again feels like time to try something different, and I am glad to return to a treatment more true to the heart of this website's philosophy. (***I have safely come off Prozac several times in the past but please remember it is important to consult your physician when considering any such changes in medication***).
In addition to other latest efforts for health, I have once again reached the bridge between doctor-prescribed antidepressants and natural products. In part due to some insights gained from my acupuncture treatments, I have decided to try 5-HTP in combination with some selected herbals for adrenal support, and turmeric for my body aches and pains. I had been back on Prozac for some time, as experience has made me comfortable with the buffer it provides (as well as the fact it is covered by my employee health benefits), however it once again feels like time to try something different, and I am glad to return to a treatment more true to the heart of this website's philosophy. (***I have safely come off Prozac several times in the past but please remember it is important to consult your physician when considering any such changes in medication***).
To further my renewed focus on alternative treatments, on the advice of my acupuncturist I went on a fun scavenger hunt while visiting Vancouver recently for a few particular healing stones. Shown here: ruby in margarite (the only ruby i was able to find on this trip); a lepidolite pendant; and a lovely piece of raw emerald. I also sought out some new reading material, and chose several books by:
I have finished the first of the books and found it quite interesting. Now we'll see how successful I am at following up with the exercises! However, the books have already helped me affirm the need to return to a focus on spirit and soul in my life, and I always think anything done with intention must be good.
I have now transitioned to the 5-HTP and my first couple of weeks included some nausea and headaches which have now thankfully subsided. Of course the timing coincided with a busy time at work but somehow I managed to tough it out :) I feel like I am getting a little bit more "back on track" to living according to my beliefs, rather than finding "bandaid" solutions; living with intention, and practicing things that I feel good talking about here.
I'm looking forward to a season of gardening and starting to practice my newfound permaculture knowledge (though I will be using some traditional vegetable growing practices as well). Time to get back to nature, and all the goodness and riches that it brings to life.
I have now transitioned to the 5-HTP and my first couple of weeks included some nausea and headaches which have now thankfully subsided. Of course the timing coincided with a busy time at work but somehow I managed to tough it out :) I feel like I am getting a little bit more "back on track" to living according to my beliefs, rather than finding "bandaid" solutions; living with intention, and practicing things that I feel good talking about here.
I'm looking forward to a season of gardening and starting to practice my newfound permaculture knowledge (though I will be using some traditional vegetable growing practices as well). Time to get back to nature, and all the goodness and riches that it brings to life.
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