Color has always been a huge part of my life and always will. As time goes on, my interests are changing but my love for color will always be my priority.

I know art teachers who have yet to look at art or hold a paintbrush. I know hair stylists whose hair looks like it’s been through a blender. We all know these people who have a career but are the last to practice what they believe in, which is unfortunate. Let’s talk about how being your authentic self is the key to happiness in life.

On this website I’ve designed Healing Hues for the home and written about how color, energy, and nature are the elements of self-healing for the mind, body, and spirit.

… hold on, the point is coming …

There have been many articles on the chakra system and how you can decorate your home with the chakras in mind. I have certifications in learning about the chakra system, and it fits perfectly into my life of color.

… it’s tying in …

I recently became a certified herbalist. As my retirement years approach, I will always write about color. I will always remain available to continue my mentorship program to teach others about the world of color that you can’t learn in a book. This ties in with all I’ve learned about color, energy, and the chakra system.

The amazing thing about herbs is that I’ve been an herbalist long before I ever got the piece of paper. My garden is a living medicine cabinet, a refuge for healing, and a sanctuary for wildlife. It’s where I go to think, heal, live, release, and be one with the elements that Spirit, the Universe, and God have provided for us.

If you look closely at the photo, you’ll see Lemon Balm, which I use just about every day for tea. There are so many healing plants in my yard; all I need to do is forage what my body needs.

I prepared for the future and harvested and dried many of my medicinal herbs to get me through the winter and to share with family and friends.

… and here’s the point …

From designing healing hues to studying medicinal herbs, I walk the walk and talk the talk because I’ve lived my entire life authentically. In doing so, I live WITH my soul contract, not against it.

Do I have stress in life? Of course, but I’ve learned to think about the source of stress, feel it, deal with it, and RELEASE IT. Holding onto the things in life that we cannot change causes our major illnesses.

Within four years, I’ll be moving out of McMansionville and living in my log cabin in the mountains. I have already started my healing garden there, and it will be in full force, ready for me when I need it.

Life is what you make it. Change is terrifying — I know because I’m going through it now. The thing to remember is always to live your authentic life and do whatever brings you joy. It’s better to live in solitude than to live among people who bring toxicity into your life.

Life is short and goes very fast the older we get. Walk away knowing this; most people are not awakened, and we cannot change that; these people, unfortunately, are also the people in our lives. Know that people, family, friends, and spouses are in our lives to complement us, not compete with us.We are in charge of our lives, loves, and joys. Live your life authentically, and that will bring you joy. Don’t ever live or act in a way that you think others will want to see; that is unhealthy and has no way to live.

Enjoy life, enjoy what you do, and, as the saying goes, LIVE, LOVE, and LAUGH.