Grief is a brutal task master and takes its toll on the mind, body and spirit! After my husband died, I spent 8 years grieving as I learned how to live life without him. Among the many friends I spoke with when he passed, our Tai Ji Master said this to me; “In the beginning grief is about the person you have ‘lost’, after that, it’s all about you.” It took a long time to embrace the truth and wisdom of his words.

Sometimes life gets messy. Recently, I experienced a traumatic incident in my life and fell into a deep state of grieving. A part of me was so devastated that I was unable to see the light of day. I was in a dark hole I desperately wanted to climb out of which at times seemed impossible. For a time, there was no escaping the heartbreak, anxiety, depression, tears, self-doubt, self-flagellation leading to self-evaluation.

If one is willing, the process is the gateway to transforming unrecognized limitations impeding the gift of life. It was time to practice what I know and use the tools available for my support through the gate to the other side. I have listed the tools that calmed the stormy seas of my heart, mind and soul.

After taking these supplements, meditating, reading, writing, praying, crying, reaching out to family & close friends and a weekend with my grandchildren, I surrendered, allowing the healing that had laid dormant. Light has returned and I can see clearly now.

1) New Chapter Holy Basil ~ This is a true adaptogen to stress and anxiety. It supports mood, the nervous system and balances cortisol (stress hormone) that fights inflammation, regulates blood pressure, blood sugar, metabolism and energy production .

You will find it at the link below under the section Supercritcal Extracted Herbs

https://naturalbalancedliving.com/new-chapter

2) Host Defense Lions Mane ~ This medicinal mushroom supports the body as it recuperates, optimizing brain & nerve health and function. It is calming, supporting mood, and probiotics microflora proliferation. Stress & anxiety destroys digestive health. Lions Mane Is said to be nutritive to the 5 internal organs (liver, lung, spleen, heart & kidney). Promotes restful sleep!

3) Host Defense Reishi ~ Known as the longevity mushroom. It supports the reduction of fight or flight response and modulates the impact stress has on mood.

4) Host Defense Cordyceps ~ Supports reduction of oxidative stress­.­­­­
Link for Host Defense mushrooms

https://naturalbalancedliving.com/host-defensemushrooms

5) Host Defense Mycobotanicals Stress Decompress ~ Supports adaptation to stress & balanced moods.
Link for Host Defense mushrooms

https://naturalbalancedliving.com/host-defensemushrooms