Women's ZenMindset Newsletter

This Fall, we're exploring “Change” with interesting ideas from women from all walks of life, who have found their own way to navigate it. We love to hear from different women in varied professions, age groups and lifestyles to give us more perspectives and ideas.

Please note that the content in this newsletter is shared for informational and inspirational purposes only. Each article reflects personal perspectives and lived experiences. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider for guidance specific to your needs.

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Calmness

_{Adapting to Change with Aromatherapy and Essential Oils
By Ivy Sinkunas of I&B co}

Change is unavoidable and can bring uncertainty and stress. Aromatherapy, using plant-based essential oils, provides a natural way to manage change. Essential oils engage with the limbic system, a complex set of interconnected structures in the brain that regulate emotions, behavior, memory and motivation. In this article we will go into three effective methods to manage change with the help of essential oils.

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Connection

^{_{Finding Ground When Life Changes: How Massage Helps the Nervous System Reset
By Lori McIntosh-Belanger RMT}} 

Change rarely happens only in our minds — our bodies feel it too. Whether it’s a new job, children leaving home, shifting hormones, or simply the changing of the seasons, our nervous system is constantly working to help us adapt. Some changes feel exciting and expansive, while others leave us unsteady, tense, or tired. Massage therapy can play a gentle but powerful role in helping the body find its footing again.

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Clarity

^{When Is A Good Time To Try Therapy?
By Kristen Williams Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)}

Fall is a season of change. The days get shorter, the air cools, and the world around us begins to quiet down. Leaves turn brilliant shades of red and gold, then drift away. Schedules shift. Life gets busier after the slower pace of summer. For many, it’s a beautiful time, but for others, fall can bring an unsettling undercurrent of anxiety, restlessness, or emotional heaviness.

As a registered psychotherapist (Qualifying), I’ve observed a recurring theme in my practice: fall often stirs something deeper in people, something they can't quite name at first. And more often than not, it has to do with the emotional weight of transition.

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See you next January!

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