This post is part of the April 2024 A-Z Blogging Challenge. LETTER P Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links I may make a small commission at no extra cost to you. So many words popped in my mind when I first thought of the letter P. Psychiatrist vs psychologist, people, personality disorders, phobias, passion… When I input “Mental Health Letter P” the below two topics came up and jumped out at me. Parenting with a mental health…
Baby Steps to a simpler life with more serenity and harmony Dealing with adulthood, thinking about the life we want to live. Frustrated it seems so out of reach for things to be simpler. Thinking about my desire for simpler living and how to make that happen. I mean we need money to pay for living expenses, How do we keep things simple while spinning on the hamster wheel trying to make that money needed to pay those bills that come with adulting? Viewing it with only a glass half full. I need to turn that thinking around and keep…
National Dog Day: How Dogs Benefit Mental Health Today is national dog day. I was at a dog rescue event last weekend with Crafts 4 Rescues and heard a lot of commentary about how dogs are benefiting their owners mental health. Today I decided to dig around the internet and find some more information on the topic. As you know if you’ve been around my blog long, I want to bring awareness to mental health issues and break the stigma that a mental health diagnosis holds for so many. “But there is real science behind the benefits of owning pets.…
Summer Sanity Savers Round-up Summer sanity savers can make all the difference in maintaining your peace of mind during the warmer months. Establishing a routine can help keep chaos at bay, even when schedules tend to be more relaxed. Setting aside dedicated time for yourself, whether it’s for reading, exercising, or simply unwinding, is essential for your mental well-being. Embrace the outdoors by planning picnics, hikes, or beach days to soak in the sun and connect with nature. Keep hydration levels up and prioritize self-care to combat the heat and stay energized. Don’t forget to indulge in simple pleasures like…
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases if you click through a link and purchase through my website. Thinking Spring 2022 Thinking Spring 2022 On Harmony Homestead. All winter I thought of all the plans I had for spring. Each spring usually brings baby poultry, seedlings and dreams of spending days sitting in the sunshine. Just so you know this last week of April we still had snow showers here in Maine.…
Guest Post by Kristin Louis from Parentingwithkris.com Practical Gifts New Parents Love This article will share at least 9 practical gifts new parents will love receiving. New parents have a lot on their plates. Moms and dads spend so much time caring for their little bundles of joy that they rarely take time for themselves. Why not show them how much you care with a gift that helps make their lives a little easier? From hands-free nursing to some help around the house, Seeking Serenity and Harmony shares …
Bunny care 101: how to take care of your pet bunny this summer Welcome to Bunny Care 101. “This post contains affiliate links.” Bunnies can overheat easily since they can not sweat or pant. The first thing you need to do to take care of your bunny this summer is to make sure that they stay cool. One of the easiest ways to keep your bunny cool this summer is to give them a square of ceramic tile in their pen and hutch. There are a few other things you can do to keep them cool which include making sure…
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Linking up at Farm Fresh Tuesdays Heating The Hen House: 3 Good Sources say No When I became a chicken keeper over 10 years ago I had a lot to learn. Over the years and long Maine winters I watch as folks debate the proper way to care for chickens in the winter season. Some say it is wrong to use supplemental light to encourage laying all winter. Some say it is fine. The bigger debate that involves safety is whether or not…
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Herbal Remedies You Should Find in the Grocery Store or Your Garden Herbal remedies are plants that have a medicinal effect. Herbal remedies have been around for thousands of years. In fact, some evidence suggests that plants were used for medicinal purposes over 60,000 years ago. The earliest written evidence dates back to over 5,000 years ago. “ A man may esteem himself happy when that which is his food is also his medicine” ~ Henry David Thoreau Such herbal remedies have been making a real comeback in recent years. Orange peel the bitterness makes a nice digestive aid. Here…