Fall is frequently associated with themes of transition, transformation, release, loss, death and the grief that often accompanies it all.

Fall shows us we are not unlike trees. In order to conserve, preserve and store what will nourish us through Winter, and not just ensure our growth, but also our vitality come Spring, we must first shed that which no longer serves us.

Starting a new school year can be both exciting and challenging for students and parents alike. A holistic approach to back-to-school preparation ensures not only academic success but also the well-being of your child as a whole.

Ashwagandha, also known by its botanical name withania somnifera, is a type of medicinal plant. It is classified as an “adaptogen”, or a substance that encourage the body’s physiology to return to a normal state after a stressor has been encountered. Adaptogens help to decrease stress levels through various, non-specific effects within the body.