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The Power of RESET: How Meditation Heals Relationships, Breakups, and Conflict

When emotions are stuck, love can’t flow. The RESET Method™ helps you release, embody, shift, expand, and trust — so you can reconnect with yourself or your partner from a grounded space.

Meditation isn’t just stillness — it’s emotional regulation in motion. In breakup coaching and couples therapy, RESET teaches your nervous system safety after conflict, allowing you to repair with clarity instead of fear.

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Defense Mechanisms Aren’t Flaws — They’re Functions

s a holistic therapist, herbalist, and relationship repair practitioner, I often remind my clients: defense mechanisms are not signs of weakness. They are brilliant, unconscious strategies your mind and body created to help you survive, cope, and feel safe in moments when you didn’t have other tools.

Think about it: the silent treatment might have once been a way to protect your voice. Overworking might have helped you avoid pain you didn’t know how to sit with. Even avoidance can be a form of wisdom when your system is overloaded.

The problem isn’t that you have defenses. The problem is when those defenses keep running the show long after the danger has passed.

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The Reverse Psychology of No Contact: Why Silence Speaks the Loudest

If you’ve ever been through a breakup, you know it’s not just the person you miss — it’s the dopamine, the comfort, the rhythm of their presence. Breakups light up the same parts of the brain as addiction. That’s why you feel restless, anxious, or desperate for “just one more text.”

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Healthy vs. Unhealthy Willingness: Why It Matters in Relationships

When it comes to relationships and friendships, one of the most overlooked qualities isn’t communication, love languages, or even trust—it’s willingness.

Willingness is the quiet strength that allows you to lean into hard conversations, admit when you’re wrong, or show up in ways that foster connection. But willingness can also be misunderstood. Sometimes what looks like “being willing” is actually self-abandonment, people-pleasing, or saying yes at the expense of your own wellbeing.

That’s why it’s so important to recognize the difference between healthy and unhealthy willingness

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Let’s Make Winter Medicine

Spoiler alert, I haven’t been sick all year. No seriously, this year I have ONE sinus/upper respiratory infection was able to remedy it naturally.

When it comes to tackling persistent coughs, sore throats, and seasonal colds, the remedies provided by nature often surpass those found in over-the-counter medicines. Two potent natural solutions are garlic, honey, and lemon cough syrup, and fire cider. Both harness the antibacterial, antiviral, and soothing properties of their simple ingredients. Let’s explore the benefits of these time-honored blends and how they can support your holistic health.

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Rediscovering African Roots Through Kemetic Yoga: A Journey of Spiritual Connection

Kemetic Yoga is an ancient Egyptian (Kemet) practice that focuses on aligning the mind, body, and spirit through controlled breathing, slow movement, and meditation. Rooted in the postures and spiritual teachings of ancient African traditions, Kemetic Yoga emphasizes balance, healing, and self-discovery. The practice draws inspiration from hieroglyphic depictions of ancient Egyptian figures and incorporates poses that promote physical strength, mental clarity, and inner peace. By connecting to the ancestral wisdom of Kemet, practitioners can foster a deep sense of cultural identity and spiritual growth

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Detox Like a Pro: The Playbook

Everyone talks about detoxing, but what does it mean? Detoxing the body involves removing toxins and impurities to improve overall health, but did you know there are recommended steps to detoxing properly?

The body naturally detoxifies itself through organs like the liver, kidneys, and skin. Supporting these natural processes through a healthy lifestyle is generally more beneficial than extreme detox diets or cleanses, which can be restrictive and potentially harmful if not done properly. Our goal is habitual detoxification throughout the year. Although an accelerated boost can jump start your journey, at HoneyBeNatural we believe in lasting change.

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Benefits of Movement for Black People

The challenges that Black people may face regarding working out and maintaining fitness can be influenced by a range of factors, but it is important to recognize that these challenges are not inherent to race but are often related to socio-economic, environmental, and cultural circumstances.

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The Best Fatty Acids for Women

When considering fatty acid supplements, it's important to choose products that provide high-quality essential fatty acids, particularly omega-3s, which are often harder to obtain in sufficient quantities through diet alone. Here are some of the best fatty acid supplements available:

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The Best Probiotics for Gut Health & Women

Determining the "best" probiotics for gut health can vary depending on individual health needs and preferences. However, several probiotic strains have been extensively studied and shown positive effects on gut health.

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Breathing Through Panic Attacks

Somatic breathing is a term used to describe a type of breathing practice that focuses on reconnecting with and regulating the body's natural breathing patterns. It emphasizes awareness of the sensations of breathing and encourages a deeper, more conscious relationship with the breath. Somatic breathing techniques can help reduce stress, promote relaxation, and enhance overall well-being by bringing attention to the present moment and calming the nervous system when in fight, flight or freeze mode.

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