Curating Life, GenX Style*: Healing, Growth, and Finding What Works

Understanding How Essential Oils Influence Our Sense of Smell and the Limbic System

Understanding How Essential Oils Influence Our Sense of Smell and the Limbic System
Unlock the power of aromatherapy and discover how Young Living essential oils influence your sense of smell and the limbic system. Learn about the science behind aromatherapy and its impact on overall well-being. Maximize the benefits of essential oils for emotional support and a balanced mind-body connection.
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Exploring the Power of Frequency and Essential Oils

Exploring the Power of Frequency and Essential Oils
Explore the power of vibration frequency and essential oils in this informative blog post. Discover how Young Living's high-quality oils can elevate positive emotions, balance energy centers, promote purification, provide grounding, and enhance spiritual connections. Begin your holistic living journey today.
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From Chalk Dust to Natural Wellness: A Teacher's Journey

From Chalk Dust to Natural Wellness: A Teacher's Journey
Follow Mrs. Parker's inspiring journey from a classroom filled with harsh chemicals to a haven of natural wellness. Discover how essential oils transformed her classroom and empowered her students. Explore the benefits of natural alternatives for teachers and educators.
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Embracing Natural Living at 50: Linda's Story

Embracing Natural Living at 50: Linda's Story
Join Linda's inspiring journey of embracing natural living. Discover how she eliminated toxins from her home, revitalized her well-being, and became a thriving Young Living Brand Partner.
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Empowering Hormonal Health with Natural Solutions: Michelle's Story

Empowering Hormonal Health with Natural Solutions: Michelle's Story
Discover the power of natural solutions for supporting hormonal health during menopause in this inspiring blog post. Follow Michelle's journey as she embraces Young Living's essential oils and toxin-free personal care products to find relief from discomfort and improve her overall well-being. By incorporating essential oils like Clary Sage, Geranium, and Frankincense into her daily routine, Michelle found emotional balance, eased occasional discomfort, and promoted better sleep. She also learned about the hormone-disrupting effects of synthetic chemicals commonly found in personal care products and turned to Young Living's natural skincare, haircare, and cleaning products to eliminate toxins from her daily routine. Through her experience, Michelle hopes to inspire other women to explore the tremendous benefits of natural solutions during menopause and experience a renewed sense of vigor in their daily lives. Join her on this journey towards a healthier, happier you by signing up to be notified when new blog entries are released.
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✨ My blog exists because I know what it feels like to keep everything jumbled in your head — like a messy pile of clothes you can’t sort through.

 Writing it all down brings clarity, calm, and sometimes even healing answers I didn’t know I was looking for.


Honestly, that’s why I keep showing up to write — it helps me make sense of things. 

 Even if you have no intentions of ever publishing your work, I highly recommend writing stuff down. It doesn't have to be a literary masterpiece or even full, grammatically correct sentences... just dump those random thoughts onto paper... you'll see what I mean.

*This blog centers the GenX experience, simply because that’s the lens I live through—but anyone looking for connection, natural wellness, grief support, or a little real-talk in this messy stage of life is more than welcome.

Hi! I'm AJ Flanagan.

 
Hey there! I’m a GenX empty-nester - and recent widow - who had a wake-up call about the hidden toxins in everyday products we used growing up. Our parents didn’t know, and honestly, we were clueless too. But now, I’m all about sharing the details and helping others kick those sneaky chemicals to the curb for a healthier, happier life. 🌿

Life threw us a curveball in 2018 when my amazing husband, Eric, was diagnosed with leukemia. And then a second type of cancer in 2023.  Supporting him through his treatments was challenging, but it also inspired us to make some positive changes. We embraced holistic wellness practices, worked to transform our home into a toxin-free sanctuary, and incorporated relaxation techniques like meditation, music therapy, and aromatherapy into our daily routine.

Caring for and supporting Eric deepened my commitment to living well. From choosing natural products and prioritizing nutritious foods to finding strength in vulnerability, we built a daily routine focused on positivity and wellness. 

I’m passionate about sharing our story, the lessons we learned, and the simple steps we took to enhance our overall well-being.


Creating a Nurturing Space Together

We focused on creating a nurturing environment where both of us could thrive. It was a process of resilience, love, and continuous learning that I'm determined to carry forward from here. I’m eager to share our experiences, the lessons we picked up along the way, and the small changes that made a big difference in our lives. Whether you’re looking to make minor adjustments or dive into a complete wellness transformation, I hope our story can inspire and support you on your own path.

Here’s to embracing change, supporting each other, and living our best lives—together! ✨

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