Guideposts might be the perfect word to describe what are the foundational ethics of permaculture. And while that is a general term, it clarifies the ultimate purpose for their existence. However, in order to uncover the collective value of the Read More
While our focus of mindful living, health & well-being, and holistic, alternative healing modalities is not unique, our community and selected audience at Mindful SWFL is very much so! As a southwest Florida-focused, online business, we are proud of what Read More
It was back in 1978 when two farmer friends, Bill Mollison and David Holmgren, first coined the term; ‘permaculture’. They formulated the concept in opposition to Western industrialized methods and in congruence with Indigenous or traditional knowledge . They defined permaculture as Read More
Use of essential oils and the practice of aromatherapy have been around for centuries. The exact origin of these namesakes are, most likely, terms of the modern age. The associated benefits of using essential oils are, however, extremely well-documented. Although Read More
Routines are a part of life. Nearly everyone has these patterns integrated into their own lives. Routines represent a comfort zone for us. Simple practices make the best routines and practicing can help make these mindful exercises seem effortless. Repetition Read More
Planting flowers and vegetables can reap bountiful bouquets and delicious harvests for your family dining table. But did you know gardening also can do wonders for your well-being? In fact, a great deal of established research supports that assertion. A Read More
It is likely that many persons reading this will remember reading the Northern European folk story known as ‘The Stone Soup’. The Stone Soup is a..”folk story in which hungry strangers convince the people of a town to each share Read More
Within part one of our two-part series, we discussed some well-documented, physically beneficial aspects of yoga and maintaining a regular practice. Given those measurable physical changes which take place within the body, it is important to also explore those effects Read More
Consisting of the fossilized remains of diatoms, Diatomaceous Earth (DE), or Diatomite is a naturally occurring, soft, siliceous, sedimentary rock that has been crumbled into a fine white to off-white powder(.1)Â Because of DE’s high level of absorbency, coupled with Read More
While there are, literally, hundreds of benefits to be enjoyed from practicing yoga, some of the reasons are genuinely significant. Because yoga involves using nearly every muscle in the body, a new practice will quickly reveal areas needing improvement! Because Read More
