April 28, 2025

Hello Followers,

Welcome to a new week!

Are you looking forward to May?

Dan and I will be rapping up on the series of hugging trees and will be starting a new topic toward the end of the week.

But for now, hugging a tree is not just about reducing those stress hormones; it also does wonders for your mood, lifting your spirits in a big way.

Do you know what is cool about tree hugging?

It makes you feel like you are part of something bigger, giving you this deep sense of belonging and connection to the world.

Plus, it is a mood booster, helping to chase away the blues and bring on happiness.

And let us not forget, it is a stress buster.

Just wrapping your arms around a tree can make you feel calmer and content.

Yes, there is more to it.

When you hug a tree, you are really strengthening your bond with nature, and that is key for your emotional health.

It also helps you appreciate the natural world and its healing vibes, which is a total game-changer for how you see things and feel on the inside.

Are you familiar with grape seed extract and how it helps support health and well-being?

Grape Seed Extract: A Natural Powerhouse for Your Health

Grape seed extract (GSE) is derived from the ground-up seeds of red wine grapes and is rich in oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPCs)—potent antioxidants known for supporting multiple areas of health.

Here's how GSE can have influence in your wellness routine:

Cardiovascular Health

Grape seed extract supports heart health by:

Improving blood flow and circulation

Protecting blood vessels from oxidative stress

Supporting healthy blood pressure levels

Reducing inflammation, which contributes to arterial damage

Clinical Highlight: A study conducted by USANA Health Sciences found that supplementation with grape seed extract significantly improved arterial flexibility and blood flow.

Participants taking GSE showed measurable improvements in artery dilation, indicating better vascular function and reduced cardiovascular strain.

Bone Strength

GSE's antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties also play a role in maintaining strong bones:

Reduces oxidative damage to bone cells

Supports the activity of osteoblasts (cells that build bone)

May reduce bone loss in postmenopausal women and aging populations

Skin Health

Thanks to its high antioxidant content, GSE is also a favorite for skin:

Neutralizes free radicals that cause premature aging

Enhances collagen and elastin synthesis

Supports skin’s elasticity and hydration

May reduce the appearance of wrinkles and sun damage

Meditation is a powerful tool that can help you achieve abundance.

It can help you attract more of what you want and need in your life.

Meditation for abundance does not only help with your personal life, but also with your professional life.

The benefits of meditation for abundance are many and varied.

You will find that it will improve how you feel about yourself, how much confidence you have in yourself, and how much peace there is in your heart.

You will also find that this meditation will make it easier to let go of the things that no longer serve you and to embrace the things that do serve you well.

Until Tuesday, so the next time you find yourself in need of a little healing and rejuvenation, consider giving a tree a hug.