Stewardship of Energy
Continue Reading: Stewardship of EnergyThings We Never Really Own There is an uncomfortable truth that nature quietly teaches us: nothing truly belongs to us. Not the towering oak that shades the garden, not the changing seasons that arrive without our permission, not even the breath we are taking at this very moment. For a time, we are simply entrusted with them. During my years as a hospice spiritual counselor, I came to understand something that no textbook could have…
Love of Self; Love of Others
Love of self and love of others are both possible if we give love the care, respect, understanding and knowledge that it deserves. Continue Reading
Claudia’s Story: Finding Support through Grief
Claudia shares how she found support through the Hope Grows Caregiver2Caregiver™ program after caring for her husband who battled Parkinson’s. Continue Reading
Botanicals of the Month: February
Plant of the Month: Black Pepper (Piper nigrum) doTERRA Essential Oil of the Month: Black Pepper Rishi Tea of the Month: West Cape Chai Looking for an unusual gift for a longtime valentine this month? Your search is over! Open up your spice cabinet and reach for the black pepper. Plant folklore says black pepper… Continue Reading
What is Caregiver Burnout?
If you are a caregiver, you may be experiencing signs of burnout. Here’s what it is, the most common symptoms, and what you can do about it. Continue Reading
Good Wishes For the New Year
As the New Year begins, Hope Grows sends wishes of strength, faith, hope, healing, balance and joy to all. Continue Reading
Botanicals of the Month
Mind, body, and spiritual wellness is achieved through the use of botanicals in many different forms and Holy Basil has many healing properties. Continue Reading
Positive Affirmations for Caregivers
For caregivers, practicing positive affirmation every day can help combat the negative feelings and stress of caring for loved ones. Continue Reading
Choosing Joy Every Day and Finding the Joy Of Living
Focusing thoughts on joy rather than lingering on the negative can help you overcome the disappointment and loss caregivers experience. Continue Reading
Caregiver Online Counseling Expected to Continue Even Post-COVID
Telehealth became more widely used as people socially distanced during the height of the pandemic, but its convenience has made it popular. Continue Reading
The Positive Psychology of Practicing Gratitude
Taking the time to feel gratitude and connecting to nature can help us refocus on what we have instead of what we lost. Continue Reading
What Do You Give a Caregiver For Christmas?
Many caregivers experience their worst feelings of burnout and sadness during the holidays. Here are some gift ideas that can help. Continue Reading
Nature Offers Lessons For The Journey of Change
It isn’t always easy, but those left behind after the death of a loved one can support the healing process by considering what nature teaches us every fall. Continue Reading