If you’re looking into alternative medicine, you may have encountered the idea of homeopathic medicine.

Often tragically confused with holistic medicine, homeopathic medicine is quite its own thing.

While holistic and homeopathic medicine both focus on natural remedies, holistic medicine is both more scientific and more spiritual in nature, as well as more widely accepted by the medical community.

While it may or may not be right for you, homeopathic medicine is definitely worth being familiar with.

“An estimated 5 million adults and 1 million children used homeopathy in the previous year” (2012 National Health Interview Survey (NHIS)). Continue reading →

Music has been used as a means of creative therapy for centuries. Whether people intended for it to be therapeutic or not, music has shaped our culture, mood, and overall worldview.

While music is enjoyable to listen and groove to, it definitely touches the soul. In fact, many people have experienced total mood shifts from listening to their favorite songs.

When music is used for therapeutic purposes, good things happen. Let’s consider a few ways music can uplift us and how you can incorporate music into your wellness routine.

What is Music Therapy?

Music therapy, when used in a clinical setting, is used to help patients reach their individual goals. By addressing physical, psychological, or cognitive challenges through music, the patient is able to clearly identify their behavior. Continue reading →