May 16, 2025

Hello Followers,

Thank goodness it is Friday.

Hooray, time to get ready for the weekend!

A song can take you back instantly to a moment, or a place, or even a person.

No matter what else has changed in you or the world, that one song says the same, just like that moment.

Music has the power to heal us on multiple levels, from biological to emotional and social.

Its therapeutic effects are well-documented, and its applications are vast.

Whether you are using music to manage stress, improve mental health, or enhance your social connections, the healing power of music is undeniable.

So, here is Dan and my challenge to you this weekend: Incorporate music into your daily life.

Explore different genres, engage in musical activities, and create a musical routine that brings you joy and healing.

You might be surprised by the transformative power of music.

Moisturizing Lotion Bars 🌼

Ingredients:

- 1/2 cup of beeswax 🐝

- 1/2 cup shea butter 🌰

- 1/2 cup of coconut oil 🥥

- 1/2 teaspoon Vitamin E oil 💧

- 10-15 drops of essential oil (lavender, peppermint, etc.) 🌿

Instructions:

1. In a double boiler, melt the beeswax, shea butter, and coconut oil together over low heat.

2. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in the Vitamin E oil and essential oil of your choice.

3. Pour the mixture into silicone molds or a lined baking dish.

4. Allow it to cool and harden for a few hours or speed up the process by placing it in the refrigerator.

5. Once solid, pop the lotion bars out of the molds and store them in a cool place in an airtight container.

Enjoy your homemade moisturizing lotion bars!

A Powerful Self Love Guided Meditation

Until Saturday, wake up, live your life, and sing the melody of your soul.