SAD and Winter Blues: A Holistic Nurse’s Guide to Thriving Through the Winter Winter can be a season of cozy introspection, but it often brings a sense of sadness, lethargy, and discomfort known as the “winter blues.” In more severe cases, these feelings can develop into Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD),…
As the vibrant hues of autumn take center stage in Oregon, it’s a wonderful time to reflect on the profound benefits of living in the moment. With the changing leaves and crisp air inviting us outdoors, this season serves as a beautiful reminder of the importance of mindfulness and the…
Celebrating the Four Seasons: A Holistic Approach to Wellness As we navigate the ebb and flow of life, the changing seasons offer a unique rhythm that can enhance our well-being, particularly in holistic nursing practice. At the Oregon Holistic Nurses Association, we recognize the importance of aligning our care with…
Welcome to our exploration of holistic nursing – a practice that embraces mind, body, and spirit in the journey toward health and well-being. To delve in to the world of holistic nursing, our board of directors has put together a curated selection of books, podcasts, and educational programs that cover…
What is a Scarcity Mindset? submitted by Emily Bennett MSN, RN, NC-BC The OHNA Conference Theme for 2024 is: Community Wellness Cultivating Healing and Abundance Together. As we prepare to gather and learn together, how do we cultivate healing and abundance? As I pondered about cultivating abundance, I…
Sexuality and Holism Lisa Gregory BSN, RN-BC, CCRN During a recent work session with the OHNA Board members, we participated in a group activity identifying modalities in specific areas of holism. The areas included mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual. As we brainstormed activities, modalities, and interests into those categories,…
April Blog: Earth & Stress Relief Month submitted by Emily Bennett MSN, RN, NC-BC At OHNA, our theme for 2024 is Community Wellness: Cultivating Healing and Abundance Together. Because April is Earth Month and Stress Relief Month, it is a time to celebrate our home planet, and also an…
-Empowering Wellness: Embracing Holistic Living- submitted by : Rene Milliman BSN, RN In today’s fast-paced world, achieving optimal wellness goes beyond just physical fitness. It encompasses the harmony of mind, body, and spirit. Holistic living offers a comprehensive approach to wellness that addresses all aspects of our being. By…
Modality of the Month: Plant Medicine Submitted by: Rene Milliman RN, BSN Plant medicine is a very simple means of treating ailments without traditional pharmaceuticals. There are many items we think of as traditional foods, and herbs & other plants that we can incorporate into use. These medicinal plants can…
Modality of the Month: Archetypal Astrology Submitted by: Marina Ormes, RN, HN-BC (ret.) (The following is an excerpt from an article-in-progress by Marina Ormes that will soon be submitted for publication to nursing and holistic healing journals.) Archetypal Astrology: A Language of Change Healing takes place in multiple dimensions.…