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Crone by Design - A Dash of EverythingLucid DreamingThis week we are diving into Lucid Dreaming! We learn what lucid dreaming is, its very long recorded history, the science, and its spiritual ties, and then we will wrap it up with a few tips on lucid dreaming.
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Bascom, N. (n.d.). Probing question: What is a lucid dream?. Penn State University. https://www.psu.edu/news/research/story/probing-question-what-lucid-dream
Janzer, C. (2022, April 19). What i...
2025-01-2726 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingWelcoming 2025This week we are diving into welcoming 2025! I share the books I read in 2024 and my reading goals for 2025. The full moon dates and names for 2025. Also the sabbat dates for both the Northern and Southern hemispheres. We wrap up the episode by sharing the Libra horoscope overview for the year.
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Jake Parks, A. K. (2025, January 3). 2025 full moon calendar: When to see the full moon and phases. Astronomy Magazine. https://www.as...
2025-01-0632 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingThe Foundation of Good HealthThis week we are diving into the foundation of good health. This comes in many different terms or phrases. We have the elements of health, the pyramid of health, and/or the foundation of health. So we are taking all of this information in creating a digestible episode to focus on our health and ways to make a healthier life and lifestyle.
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8 foundations of Health. Integrated Health Sciences. (n.d.). http...
2024-12-3036 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingOpen and Closed Practices in SpiritualityThis week we are diving into open and closed religions and how they segway into open and closed practices. That might have been added to people’s religious or spiritual practices without knowing or further research being done, especially with the influence of social media and things becoming popular and influenced in our feeds. This episode is to encourage people to do their research instead of following blindly into a situation.
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2024-12-2332 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingYuleThis week we are diving into the Witch’s Sabbat, Yule. This year Yule is on Saturday, December 21st in the Northern Hemisphere and June 20th, 2025 in the Southern Hemisphere. Yule falls on the Winter Solstice and is a celebration of the longest night of the year. A lot of modern Christmas traditions that we all know have their roots in Pagan cultures. We will be diving into some history, traditions, and ideas in which you could introduce celebrating Yule in your practice.
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2024-12-1649 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingSupporting PollinatorsThis week we are diving into how we can best support our pollinators. Especially since many elements are stacked against the pollinators while adding global warming to the mix, we will cover a few common pollinators, how to meet their needs, flowers, and elements you can provide to create your space into a beautiful beneficial pollinator haven.
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Easy plants that attract bees and butterflies to the garden • gardenary. • Gardenary. (n.d.-b...
2024-12-0928 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingThe 8 Dimensions of WellnessThis week we are diving into the 8 dimensions of wellness, walking us through how much more there is to our wellness than just our physical and mental health, how wellness goes deep within our persons and covers practically everything about us. We will go through the origin and Dr. behind the wellness model, each wellness, and goals to help balance or restore wellness.
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8 dimensions of well-being. Pueblo. (n.d.). https://w...
2024-12-0225 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingDaily Ayurvedic HabitsThis week we are diving into daily Ayurvedic habits that you can introduce into your life and your routines that can help you live a more balanced or even more stimulating life. With Ayurveda and adapting or adding Ayurvedic habits into your life, you need to figure out which doshas are aligned with you. You will either be a Pitta, Kapha, or Vata. And of course the deeper you get into Ayurveda the more layers that pertain to this culture.
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2024-11-2526 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingTypes of MagnesiumThis week we are diving into the different types of Magnesium. If you are in the holistic health world like me. Then you’ve seen the huge wave of popularity in using magnesium for different reasons for your health. In this episode we are going to go over the different types, how they can be used, and important information to consider. Always talk to your doctor or healthcare provider before trying holistic medicine to just be on the safe side.
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2024-11-1931 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingHistory of Victory GardensThis week we are diving into the history of victory gardens. This subject came to me during the middle of COVID-19. I’ve had family and I have kept gardens before COVID-19, and it was interesting to see the burst of new people coming onto the gardening scene. Which had some perplexing similarities to the history of victory gardens in a disconnected way. So we are going back to the time of victory gardens, especially during World War I and II. You might just get the garden bug yourself.
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2024-11-0430 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingSamhainThis week we are diving into the Witch’s Sabbat, Samhain. This year Samhain is on Friday, November 1st in the Northern Hemisphere and will be on Sunday, May 4th, 2025. Samhain is known as the Witches’ New Year and is considered the first sabbat starting us off on the Wheel of the Year. We will be diving into some history, traditions, and ideas in which you could introduce celebrating Samhain in your practice.
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2024-10-3032 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingMiscarriagesThis week we are diving into understanding Miscarriage. To start us on the right foot and to give a content warning, Miscarriage is much more common than people know or talk about. This is a heavy topic to navigate as there is much unnecessary taboo and shame placed on individuals. Especially when it happens much more than it is educated to individuals on, we will navigate an overview of what a miscarriage is, common symptoms, busting myths, risk factors, prevention, and more.
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2024-10-211h 01Crone by Design - A Dash of EverythingTypes of WitchesThis week we are diving into different types of witches, and I will just say it now. This episode is not going to be the episode you are expecting when I say types of witches. Even when I threw this topic to the podcast guide I follow, I thought it was going to be what you are thinking. But my research has found a hidden door and we are going through it!
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2024-10-0737 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingCompostingThis week we are diving into Composting. You probably have heard the word thrown around, you might be lucky to live in a city or town that picks up household compost which is amazing, or you might have been interested in learning how to compost but it seemed too out of reach. This episode is meant to break down this big word and help you discover ways in which you can have a positive impact.
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2024-09-3024 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingWomen's CircleThis week we are diving into Women’s Circles, you might have heard it brought up in conversation or a group advertising for new members. We will look into the historical roots of Women’s Circle, what they represent, and that there is a resurgence of this group in Western Civilization and still vibrant around the world.
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Bergstrom, A. (2022, July 4). The power of Women’s Circles. The Power of Women’s Circles. ht...
2024-09-2333 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingMabonThis week we are diving into the Witch’s Sabbat, Mabon. This year Mabon is on Sunday, September 22nd in the Northern Hemisphere and will be on Thursday, March 20th, 2025 in the Southern Hemisphere. Mabon also is the Autumn Equinox, where day and night are both equal. Mabon is technically the last sabbat in the Wheel of the Year. We will be diving into some history, traditions, and ideas in which you could introduce celebrating Mabon in your practice.
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2024-09-1635 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingProtection MagicThis week we are diving into some simple ways of practicing protection magic. We explain what protection magic is and why people might use it as well as how you could incorporate it into your own life and practice. As always all of my episode topics are on a take-it-or-leave-it basis. Everyone is entitled to their own practice making it unique to them. This episode is just to help those who might need a little protection from outsiders, family, energies, and more. Even a person’s own negative thoughts and energy can influence their magic!
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2024-09-0925 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingWinter GardensThis week we are diving into Winter Gardens, as I’ve always been intrigued by this idea of keeping the gardens going or even changing out plants to fit the seasons. This episode is just a very basic guide and doesn’t have all the tips and tricks to change your life. But to get a basic idea of how you can dip your toes into transforming or adding to your garden for the colder seasons in your zone.
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2024-08-2827 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingMeditationThis week we are diving into Meditation, okay hear me out as I know many people who actually become very stressed out due to the aspect of trying to learn how to Meditate. That is okay, we are going to talk about this today, the benefits of meditation, tools you can bring into your practice, different parts, and possibly most importantly different types of Meditation.
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Mayo Foundation for Medical Education a...
2024-08-1933 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingCreating a Proactive GardenThis week we are diving into creating a proactive garden. This means diving into old knowledge that has been tried and trued way before research and insecticides. But finally, there has been some data and research to show the proof is in the pudding. We are going talk about different ways you can create a garden that does the work with a few hidden steps and still have a plentiful harvest.
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2024-08-0536 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingLughnasadhThis week we are diving into the Witch’s Sabbat, Lughnasadh also known as Lammas. This year in the Western Hemisphere it is on August 1st, and February 1st in the Southern Hemisphere. Lughnasadh marks the halfway point between the summer solstice (Litha) and the fall equinox (Mabon). We will be diving into some history, traditions, and ideas in which you could introduce celebrating Lughnasadh in your practice.
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Bhagat, D. (2019, July...
2024-07-2934 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingErectile DysfunctionThis week we are diving into the health topic of erectile dysfunction. I try to talk about very common public health topics to help expand everyone’s understanding and especially to help people feel seen and heard. But I have been pretty female topic-heavy in this category and I wanted to broaden our education to a very common male health concern. In this episode, we will understand what ED is, treatment options, and how it can lead to bigger health concerns. It is best to be proactive instead of reactive when addressing health concerns.
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2024-07-2243 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingBook of Shadows vs GrimoireThis week we are diving into another magical topic and that is knowing the differences and similarities between two tools that you might be using in your practice or are interested in adding. Of course, to start us off, I do want to say you are not obligated to create these works for your practice. I think looking into the tools of the magical trade always helps in creating a deeper connection to your practice. You might have also seen these names thrown around in pop culture such as in the book/movie Practical Magic or the TV show Cha...
2024-07-1537 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingCircadian RhythmThis week we are diving into the 24-hour circadian clock and how it affects us daily, how it can be affected, and ways in which to help fix your circadian clock in order to make the most out of your day. Especially living in the US, we are pushed to always set aside 40 hours minimum each week to contribute to the workforce. You might find keys that help out your afternoon slumps, be more proactive, and notice when it is time to slow down and relax before bed.
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2024-07-0840 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingCommon Yoga TermsThis week we are diving into some of the common terms that are used in most Westernized yoga studios. Of course, there are many, many yoga terms, especially in turn that are related to each specific type of yoga you might be practicing. I just wanted to create this episode for those who might just be starting their yoga journeys and wonder what their yoga instructor is telling them to do in reference to their practice.
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2024-07-0139 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingHerbs for WitchesThis week we are diving into creating a garden space a little more witchy. Attuning our energy and magick into a space that we can bring new life into, creating our sanctuary for peace and grounding. As well as being able to use herbs and plants for magickal workings. Sometimes just a little sunshine, fresh air, and dirt on your hands is just the medicine your magick has been needing. Also just getting to know these plants better can make your meals a little more intuitive as you add these!
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2024-06-2440 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingLithaThis week we are diving into the Witch’s Sabbat, Litha also known as Midsummer. This year in the Western Hemisphere is on Thursday, June 20th, and Saturday, December, 21st in the Southern Hemisphere. Litha marks the Summer Solstice as well as being the first day of Summer. We will be diving into some history, traditions, and ideas in which you could introduce celebrating Litha in your practice.
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Dhruti BhagatAttention: Thi...
2024-06-1829 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingPostpartum DepressionThis week we are diving into Postpartum Blues, Postpartum Depression (PPD), and Postpartum Psychosis. These are each different types of issues that can arise after someone gives birth. Baby blues affect between 50% and 75% of people after delivery. Postpartum depression affects about 1 in 7 new parents and if you've had postpartum depression before, your risk increases to 30% each pregnancy. Postpartum Psychosis is extremely severe affecting 1 in 1,000 people after delivery.
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Baby Blues after pr...
2024-06-1028 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingHow to be a Better AllyThis week we are diving into Allyship! This is a perfect episode bringing light to LGBTQ+, Minority Groups, Disabilities, Marginalized Individuals or Communities, and/or Other Markers of Identity and how you can become a better ally to those around you. Of course, this is not an exhaustive episode, and everything you can do to be the best possible ally in the world. But to give you a better understanding of ways in which you can work on yourself to become a better ally.
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2024-06-0336 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingTypes of YogaThis week we are diving into some of the different types of yoga. WHAT! Yes, there are many different categories of yoga. In this episode, we are going to take a closer look into 14 different types which seems like a lot but there are actually a ton more out there. Yoga has been transformed through the centuries to be adapted and accessible to everyone.
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Burgin, T. (2023, October 30). Bhakti yoga: The yoga of devotion • yoga basics. Yoga Basics. https://www.yogabasics.com/learn/bhakti-yoga-the-yoga-of-devotion/
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2024-05-271h 00Crone by Design - A Dash of EverythingThe Trimesters of PregnancyThis week we are diving into what each of the three trimesters of pregnancy look like and what to expect in general. Pregnancy is such an interesting event of life and can be frightening and uncomfortable to people who might just need a brief one-on-one. And this is what this episode is meant to be not a deep dive of everything and anything pregnancy-wise but, a brief overview of the trimesters. So please if you are planning and or pregnant please see a licensed professional as every body and every birth is unique.
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2024-05-1350 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingHow to Set-Up an AltarThis week we are diving back into the witchy and spiritual realm as we talk about altars and how you can set up your altar for your sacred practice. To note you do not have to be a witch or a pagan to set up an altar in your space. You can do so in any kind of spirituality.
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Budgell, C. A. (2019, April 3). How to create an altar for your ow...
2024-05-0636 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingBeltaneThis week we are diving into Beltane. This year Beltane in the Northern Hemisphere is on Wednesday, May 1st. In the Southern Hemisphere, it is on October 31st. Beltane marks the transition point from Spring to Summer. It falls about halfway between the spring equinox (Ostara) and the coming summer solstice, Litha.
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Beltane – the Wiccan calendar. Wicca Living. (2017, November 6). https://wiccaliving.com/wiccan-calendar-beltane/
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2024-04-2941 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingHistorical Singular They/ThemThis week we are diving into the Historical Singular They/Them. It is such a great topic and I am so excited to share with you the research and the very long-reaching history this topic has. As well as you might also learn a few fun facts about other common words in grammar!
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A brief history of singular ‘they.’ (n.d.). https://www.oed.com/discover/a-brief-history-of-singular-they/?tl=true
Gendered pronouns & singular “they.” Gendered Pronouns & Singular “They” - Purdue OWL® - Purdue University. (n.d.). https://o...
2024-04-1520 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingHistory of HerbalismThis week we are diving into the History of Herbalism. It is quite interesting to look into the oldest known and still practiced form of medicine and healing. I made a few humbling realizations while in my research and I can’t wait to share those with you.
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Adelmann, M. (2018, December 19). The herbal healing practices of Native Americans. Herbal Academy. https://theherbalacademy.com/blog/the-herbal-healing-practices-of-native-americans/#:~:text=The%20indigenous%20tribes%20also%20worked,are%20our%20brothers%20and%20sisters
Corbett, S. (2024, February 5). Untangle th...
2024-04-0831 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingVasectomyThis week we are diving into another Public Health topic and that is Vasectomy! I’ve been trying to become inclusive in the topics of health that I discuss and this one is quite an interesting one. Learn more about one of the most effective forms of birth control for people who have testicles!
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Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. (2023, February 9). Vasectomy. Mayo Clinic. https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/vase...
2024-04-0123 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingSpring Garden ChecklistThis week we are diving into the different things you can do to help spring clean your garden to prepare for another successful growing season! As there is more to spring than just starting seeds a whole bunch of cleaning and preparing more.
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10 Essential Spring Gardening tasks. Proven Winners. (n.d.). https://www.provenwinners.com/learn/early-spring/10-essential-spring-gardening-tasks
Pruning shrubs demystified - the guide to why, when, and how. Proven Winners. (n.d.-b). https://www.provenwinners.com/learn/garden-maintenance/pruning-demystified
Sweetser, R. (2022, Marc...
2024-03-2519 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingOstaraThis week we are diving into the Witch’s Sabbat, Ostara. This year in the Western Hemisphere is on Tuesday, March 19th, and Saturday, September, 21st in the Southern Hemisphere. Ostara is on the Spring Equinox and also the first day of Spring. We will be diving into some history, traditions, and ideas in which you could introduce celebrating Ostara in your practice.
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1, C. T., & Teens, C. (2023, March 1). Celebrate the sprin...
2024-03-1830 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingDelivery Methods of Herbal RemediesThis week we are diving into different herbal remedies pertaining to the different types of delivery methods. By what I mean by delivery methods is how herbs are prepared in different ways to treat different ailments, injuries, and physical, and mental health. It is interesting to see how you can use natural plants and herbs in order to help in many different health concerns.
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Author, A. Q. P.-G. (n.d.). Nourishing herbal broths. blog. https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/how-to-make-nourishing-herbal-broths
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2024-03-1124 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingLanguage of FlowersThis week we are diving into the Language of Flowers and how interesting and lost most of the history is. As well as how this language can be so easy to confuse but, how beautiful it was to communicate through flowers to pass secret messages between lovers, friends, and even enemies.
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Floriography: The Secret Language of Flowers in the Victorian Era. (n.d.). Planterra Conservatory. https://planterraevents.com/blog/floriography-secret-language-flowers-victorian-era
2024-02-2641 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingMagick & the Moon PhasesThis week we are diving into the Moon, the Moon Phases, and the magick that comes with working with the Moon. This topic is very interesting as I love to work with the moon but, I am very surface-level with working with it. So, in this episode, we are deep diving into the symbolism, moon magick, and the 8 main moon phases with the magick they bring.
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2024-02-1941 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingPCOSThis week we are diving into PCOS in a very educational-heavy episode pulling sources from Johns Hopkins Medicine, the Mayo Clinic, and the PCOS Awareness Association. This episode is to act as a way to get this important information out about one of the most common reproductive disorders among women! We dive into what PCOS is, its symptoms, risks, how to become diagnosed, and other important information! The show notes are full of sources for further reading and even YouTube videos to dive further into this important topic!
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2024-02-1229 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingHerbal ActionsThis week we are diving deeper into Herbalism as there is just so much that surrounds herbalism and it can be quite daunting when you first start googling and researching. As there is so much to learn and especially finding what sparks your interests as well! Herbal actions are an essential part of the language used in herbalism!
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Ayres, S. (2021, September 23). The ultimate list of 30+ basic herbal actions & what they mean. Botany Culture. https://www.botanyculture.com/herbal-actions/#:~:text=An%20herbal%20action%20is%20...
2024-02-0529 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingImbolcThis week we are diving into the Witch's Sabbat, Imbolc. This year it is on Thursday, February 1st in the Northern Hemisphere and Thursday, August 1st in the Southern Hemisphere. Imbolc is the traditional cross-quarter sabbat marking the midpoint between the winter solstice and the spring equinox. We will be diving into some history, traditions, and ideas in which you could introduce celebrating Imbolc in your practice.
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Hartman, J. (2023, January 18). Imbolc for the family. Pagan Kids. https://www.pagankids.org/post/imbolc-for-the-family
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2024-01-2924 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingHyggeThis week we are diving into the cozy culture that is Hygge. We talk about where it originated from and how you can embrace your inner Dane! How you can create Hygge experiences in your home, by yourself, and/or with loved ones.
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100%Norway. (2022, December 1). The secret behind the Hygge meaning. 100% Norway. https://100percentnorway.com/the-secret-behind-the-hygge-meaning/
Carter, R. (2021, February 17). What is Hygge? the meaning of Scandinavian hygge. Scandification. https://scandification.com/what-is-hygge-the-meaning-of-scandinavian-hygge/
Hygge Life. (2016, December 23). The question: “what is Hygge?” answered by danes. https...
2024-01-2222 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingEndometriosisThis week we are diving into Endometriosis in a very educational-heavy episode pulling sources from Johns Hopkins Medicine, Mayo Clinic, and Endometriosis Foundation of America. This episode is to act as a way to get this important information out about one of the most common reproductive disorders among women! We dive into what Endometriosis is, symptoms, risk factors, complications, and other important information! The show notes are full of sources for further reading and even YouTube videos to dive further into this important topic!
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2024-01-1533 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingThe 5 Yoga KoshasThis week we are diving into the 5 Yoga Koshas which reside within our 3 Bodies (gross, subtle, and casual). In Sanskrit the Koshas are named Annamaya Kosha (food sheath), Pranamaya Kosha (sheath of prana or life), Manomaya Kosha (mind sheath), Vijnanamaya Kosha (knowledge or wisdom sheath), and Anandamaya Kosha (bliss sheath). We will talk about each Kosha, what they are made up of, and how to tap into each. Getting into understanding the 3 bodies and the 5 koshas is another way in which you can deepen your relationship with your yogic body and practice.
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2024-01-0837 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingNew Month RitualsThis week we are diving into rituals that you can add to your practice for the beginning of the month. A way to cleanse your space, to reset your affirmations for a new month, and to remove stagnant energy. With these rituals you can reset your home or business for a new beginning for each month. As each month brings us new challenges and emotions to work through it is appropriate to connect with our space and to cleanse and prepare for the new month.
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2024-01-0123 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingWhat are the 5 Love LanguagesThis week we are diving into the 5 love languages. You might have heard this topic brought up in casual conversation, such as when people ask what your love language is. In this episode we are breaking down the 5 love languages and how they become such a pop culture reference now. How you can better understand your own love language, that of a friend or family member, and even that of a partner, significant other, and/or spouse.
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2023-12-2515 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingAyurvedaThis week we are diving into Ayurveda, where it came from, and different types of medicines or alternative therapy that is practiced and prescribed by Ayurveda practitioners. Ayurveda then opens our eyes to each of the Doshas that are believed to make up our bodies and constitute our health cycles.
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Admin. (2023, March 20). What is ayurveda? introduction & guide: The Ayurvedic Institute. Ayurveda. https://www.ayurveda.com/ayurveda-a-brief-introduction-and-guide/
2023-12-1815 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingWhat are the Witches’ SabbatsThis week we are diving into the Witches’ Sabbats, also known as the Wheel of the Year. Many different groups of people celebrate these eight holidays including but not limited to Wiccans and Pagans. These sabbats can be from formal gatherings of pagans and witches or observed alone by solitary practitioners. But all are welcome to learn and enjoy each and all of the eight witches' sabbats.
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The eight sabbats: Witch’...
2023-12-0443 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingTypes of DoulasThis week we are diving into some of the less well-known doulas. The more I’ve dug into doulas there is much more out there beyond babies and parents. This is quite fascinating and yes doulas do start and stem from pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. But they even reach out into even the last few days of life.
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Sources:
Bereavement doulas: Care for pregnancy loss. Doula Centers. (2023a, June 8). https://doulacenters.co...
2023-11-2723 min2023-11-2029 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingMenstrual HygieneThis week we are diving into Menstrual Hygiene from ways to keep yourself as healthy as possible during your period. To learn some valuable takeaways such as Toxic Shock Syndrome Menstrual Hygiene Day, and Period Sex. Then we will talk about all the different types of period products, how to use them, and when to change them. In this episode, I hope to give you so much information for any possible questions you might have when starting your period!
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2023-11-1356 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingHistory of the Spirit BoardThis week we are diving into the history of the Spirit Board, also known as the Quija Board. I thought that this time of the year set the perfect scene in time to talk about this historic, mysterious board that so many people have different gut reactions to. How it was first introduced into society and how it has transitioned into more modern times.
I didn’t add any directions on how to properly use a Quija board as I believe everyone has different views, especially with different cultures, regions of the world, religions, and...
2023-11-0616 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingPregnancy, Birth, & Postpartum Midwives & DoulasIn this episode, we are talking about the importance of midwives and doulas. The differences, the history, and how they still play an important role today in births and pregnancies.
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Sources:
Center for Women’s Health. OHSU. (n.d.). https://www.ohsu.edu/womens-health/brief-history-midwifery-america
Dukehart, C. (2011, July 14). Doulas: Exploring a tradition of support. NPR. https://www.npr.org/sections/babyproject/2011/07/14/137827923/doulas-exploring-a-tradition-of-support
The historical significance of doulas and midwives. National Museum of African American History and Culture. (2023, April 20). https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/stories/hi...
2023-10-3032 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingHistory of the PentagramIn this episode, I dive into the history of the Pentagram and where it stands in the world today. I dispel the taboo around this symbol as we dive into the world history and representation the Pentagram holds.
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Sources:
Crossroads, J. | D. (2022, April 22). The history and symbolism of the Pentagram. dualcrossroads. https://www.dualcrossroads.com/post/the-history-and-symbolism-of-the-pentagram
Encyclopædia Britannica, inc. (2023b, September 4). Pentagram. Encyclopædia Britannica. https://www.britannica.com/topic/pentagram
Encyclopædia Britannica, inc. (n.d.). Spanish inquisition key facts. Encyclopædia B...
2023-10-1614 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingYoga MudrasIn this episode, we dive into what are Mudras, different types of Mudras, and how they can help improve and better connect your mind and body in your meditation and/or yoga practice. Mudras have been used for thousands of years and are found in many religions, traditions, practices, and cultures all across the globe.
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Sources:
Srinivasan, T. (2014, January). Prana and electrons in health and beyond. International journal of yoga. https://www.ncbi.nlm.ni...
2023-10-0923 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingFull Moon RitualsIn this episode, I dive into the Full Moon and rituals and practices that you might like to add to your own Full Moon practice. How working with the Full Moon is the time to release what no longer serves you. While also use the energy of the Full Moon to recharge, reflect, and reconnect. The Full Moon is a calming and beautiful time to look within yourself and your practice while also giving thanks to those you work with.
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2023-10-0223 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingMenstruationThis Episode is about Menstruation and to dig deeper and get a better understanding of what makes up menstruation—diving into the four phases of Menstruation, PMS, PMS symptoms, and more. I encourage you to learn more about menstruation even if you think you understand it as it is good to know what is going on with your body. It is also important if you are not a menstruator to understand menstruation to better support the menstruators in your life. This is not an exhausted episode of everything you need to know but, a good immersion into the topic. Of cou...
2023-09-2528 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingHerbs and SpicesIn this episode, I dive into the differences and similarities between herbs and spices. Different ways you can use these plants further in your own lives such as cooking and maybe starting your own research into herbal medicines.
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Sources:
Merriam-Webster. (n.d.). Herb definition & meaning. Merriam-Webster. https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/herb
Merriam-Webster. (n.d.). Spice definition & meaning. Merriam-Webster. https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spice
U.S. For...
2023-09-1825 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingOracle Cards v. Tarot CardsIn this episode, I dive into the difference between tarot cards and oracle cards and how they can be used in your practice. I overview the basis of tarot cards and oracle as well how to prepare your space for working with these in your practice. I wrap up the episode with a few recommendations on how to pick out your deck!
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Sources:
Learn tarot card meanings. Tarot.com. (n.d.). https://www.tarot.co...
2023-09-1121 minCrone by Design - A Dash of Everything8 Limbs of YogaIn this episode, I take you through each of the 8 Limbs of Yoga. There is so much more to yoga than people think as they get stuck on the postures (Limb - Asana). Yoga is truly a lifestyle and especially once you dig past the Westernized Studio Mentality Version of Yoga.
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Books I Suggest:
The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali by Sri Swami Satchidananda
Yamas & Niyamas: Exploring Yoga’s Ethical Practice
Pranayama Breathing Routines I talked about: Nadi Shodhana, Sitali Breath, Bhastrika.
Source:
Acleo. (2021, September 22). Get to kn...
2023-09-0424 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingEssential Oils for Menopause SymptomsIn this episode, I talk about how once my Mom started going through Perimenopause she wanted me to dive into the research in holistic ways to help. There are many blends that can be used in different ways to help with the side effects. Also, I create blends for specific menopausal side effects which are available on my website.
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Sources:
Gordon, J. P. (2018, November 14). Essential oils for menopause relief: Does it work? Healthline. Retrieved October 12, 2022, from https://www.healthline.com/health/menopause/essential-oils-for-menopause?epik=dj0yJnU9...
2023-08-2814 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingMenopauseIn this episode, I talk about that point in all menstruators' lives that Menopause comes in. I talk about the different parts of Menopause and the side effects that you can help narrow down to where you are in this natural process.
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Articles that I talked about in the Podcast for Further Reading:
www.womenshealth.gov
https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/hot-flashes-what-can-i-do
https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/sleep-problems-and-menopause-what-can-i-do
https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/sex-and-menopause-treatment-symptoms
https://mymenoplan.org/
www.menopause.org
Merriam-Webster. (n.d.). Menopause. In...
2023-08-2121 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingWhat are Essential Oils?In this episode, I go into depth about Essentials Oils and how you can incorporate them into your life. I talk about how I use them in teaching yoga, in the office, and at home. There is literally an essential oil for everything and I love them all!
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Dictionary.com. (n.d.). Essential Oil Definition & meaning. Dictionary.com. Retrieved January 6, 2023, from https://www.dictionary.com/browse/essential-oil
Encyclopædia Britannica, inc. (n.d.). Essential oil. Encyclopædia Britannica. Retrieved January 6, 2023, from https://www.britannica.com/topic/essential-oil
YouTube. (2022, January 31). How...
2023-08-1420 minCrone by Design - A Dash of EverythingComing Out of the Broom ClosetIn this episode, I tip-toe into Witchcraft and give you multiple resources in which you can start creating your own craft. And the importance of creating your practice to reflect you and your values.
Book Recommendations:
Drawing Down the Moon: Witches, Druids, Goddess-Worshippers, and other Pagans in America by Margot Adler
Women Who Run With the Wolves: Myths and Stories of the Wild Woman Archetype by Clarissa Pinkola Estes, Ph.D.
Llewellyn’s 2022: Sabbats Almanac: Rituals, Crafts, Recipes, Folklore, and Spells
Llewellyn’s 2022: Magical Almanac: Practical Magic for Everyday Living
Yoga for Witches by Sarah Robinson
Rebel Witch: Carve the Craf...
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