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“Feelings are for feeling. All of them. Even the hard ones.” — Glennon Doyle In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), emotions aren’t just something we feel—they’re something we hold. Each major organ system is associated with a particular emotional pattern: grief…
April is here—and so is she The spirit of the cannabis plant. That wise, whispering feminine presence. The one who stirs, soothes, and sometimes surprises us with her playful way of guiding us back to ourselves. As we lead up…
Journaling for Clarity & Intention Setting Spring doesn’t just show up — she arrives with intention. This time of year carries a subtle power: the soft return of sunlight, the unfurling of green, and a whisper from nature reminding us…
Self-care. The phrase often conjures up images of candlelit bubble baths, soothing facials, and perfectly polished nails. And while these are wonderful, and I absolutely love them, self-care is so much more than skin deep. For a long time, self-care…
Cafecito: A Legacy in a Cup I was born in California and raised mostly between Southern California and Miami, with a period in Peru. Spanish was my first language, and my love for my culture runs deep—yet, like many first-generation…
Take a deep breath. Smell that? Whether it’s the earthy scent of fresh soil after a rainstorm, the bright citrus burst of a peeled orange, or the sweet embrace of vanilla lingering in the air, scent has a way of…
When people think of cannabis, THC usually takes center stage—like the sun sign of the plant, basking in the spotlight and getting all the attention. But anyone familiar with astrology knows that a sun sign is only the beginning of…
If I’m honest—it took me a minute to fully wrap my head around how cannabis topicals work. I mean, I was used to thinking of cannabis as something you ingest to feel its benefits. So, the idea that a lotion,…
Did you know your body has a built-in system designed to help you stay balanced and grounded—just like a wellness practice? I didn’t either, at least not at first. When I fell ill, I turned to cannabis looking for relief….
Crowding Out the Negative: Incorporating Habits That Nourish Your Life Have you ever tried to make a big life change and felt like you were fighting a battle of willpower? Maybe you vowed to cut out sugar, caffeine, or takeout—only…
New Year, Fresh Start: Cultivating the Best Version of Yourself, One Small Shift at a Time A new year always feels like a gift, doesn’t it? A fresh start, wrapped in 365 shiny days of possibility. It’s like life is…
There’s something undeniably powerful about changing your hair—whether it’s a drastic chop or a subtle trim. For many, a haircut isn’t just about style. It can represent something deeper: growth, rebirth, or even liberation. Changing our physical appearance often reflects…
As the temperatures dipped and the world slowed into winter’s embrace just before the holiday hustle, Mary J’s Apothecary hosted a cozy sanctuary for the soul—our Winter Wellness Escape. This wasn’t just an event; it was an evening where self-care,…
As summer’s vibrancy gives way to fall’s quiet, earthy tones, I’m finding myself leaning into a slower pace—much like nature itself. Recently, I completed a Yin Yoga Teacher Training, which deepened my appreciation for tuning into the wisdom of the…
Hello, lovelies! It’s been a minute since I last shared my musings, but I promise I’ve been elbows-deep in cannabis magic—just not sharing it with you yet. Well, buckle up, because we have so much to catch up on! For…
If you enjoy yoga and cannabis then you likely already know, this pairing is nothing short of magical! It’s a big claim, but true for me and many others. If you’ve never tried it but enjoy yoga or cannabis independently from one another, I invite you to flow as you’ve never flowed before!
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Today we’d like to introduce you to Leonor Sosa Hi Leonor, we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.My path into wellness has been anything but conventional—and honestly, I wouldn’t have it any other way. My interest in holistic…
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