Mary J's Apothecary

SACRED SPACE: Creating Environments That Heal

“Your home should be the story of who you are, and a collection of what you love.” – Nate Berkus Our environments are like quiet, constant companions — shaping our moods, our thoughts, and even ...
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THE POWER OF PROCESSING: How Emotions Affect Our Bodies

“Feelings are for feeling. All of them. Even the hard ones.” — Glennon Doyle In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), emotions aren’t just something we feel—they’re something we hold. Each major ...
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RETHINKING SELF-CARE: Why Chiropractic Adjustments & Breathwork Are Just as Important

Self-care. The phrase often conjures up images of candlelit bubble baths, soothing facials, and perfectly polished nails. And while these are wonderful, and I absolutely love them, self-care is so ...
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CAFECITO: THE CUBAN COFFEE RITUAL THAT CONNECTS GENERATIONS

Cafecito: A Legacy in a Cup I was born in California and raised mostly between Southern California and Miami, with a period in Peru. Spanish was my first language, and my love for my culture runs ...
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THE NOSE KNOWS: UNLOCKING THE HEALING POWER OF TERPENES IN CANNABIS

Take a deep breath. Smell that? Whether it’s the earthy scent of fresh soil after a rainstorm, the bright citrus burst of a peeled orange, or the sweet embrace of vanilla lingering in the air, scent ...
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Unlocking the Power of Minor Cannabinoids: Your Guide to CBG, CBN, THCV, and CBC

When people think of cannabis, THC usually takes center stage—like the sun sign of the plant, basking in the spotlight and getting all the attention. But anyone familiar with astrology knows that a ...
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The Ultimate Guide to Cannabis Topicals: Benefits, Uses, and How They Work

If I'm honest—it took me a minute to fully wrap my head around how cannabis topicals work. I mean, I was used to thinking of cannabis as something you ingest to feel its benefits. So, the idea that a ...
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Unlocking the Power of the Endocannabinoid System: How Nutrition, Lifestyle, and Cannabis Promote Balance

Did you know your body has a built-in system designed to help you stay balanced and grounded—just like a wellness practice? I didn’t either, at least not at first. When I fell ill, I turned to ...
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Crowding Out: The Simple Method to Build Healthy Habits Without Deprivation

Crowding Out the Negative: Incorporating Habits That Nourish Your Life Have you ever tried to make a big life change and felt like you were fighting a battle of willpower? Maybe you vowed to cut ...
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2025 Reset: Simple Habits for Wellness and Mindful Living

New Year, Fresh Start: Cultivating the Best Version of Yourself, One Small Shift at a Time A new year always feels like a gift, doesn’t it? A fresh start, wrapped in 365 shiny days of possibility. ...
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Cutting the Bull: How External Changes Fuel Personal Transformation

There’s something undeniably powerful about changing your hair—whether it’s a drastic chop or a subtle trim. For many, a haircut isn’t just about style. It can represent something deeper: growth, ...
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Winter Wellness Escape: How Self-Care, Yoga, and Cannabis Create Community

As the temperatures dipped and the world slowed into winter’s embrace just before the holiday hustle, Mary J's Apothecary hosted a cozy sanctuary for the soul—our Winter Wellness Escape. This ...
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Embrace the Season: Essential Tips for Transitioning Your Routine for Fall

As summer's vibrancy gives way to fall's quiet, earthy tones, I’m finding myself leaning into a slower pace—much like nature itself. Recently, I completed a Yin Yoga Teacher Training, which deepened ...
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Down the Rabbit Hole: My Cannabis Journey and Exciting New Horizons

Hello, lovelies! It’s been a minute since I last shared my musings, but I promise I’ve been elbows-deep in cannabis magic—just not sharing it with you yet. Well, buckle up, because we have so much to ...
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3 Must-Try Cannabis & Yoga Pairings for Optimal Health & Wellness

If you enjoy yoga and cannabis then you likely already know, this pairing is nothing short of magical! It's a big claim, but true for me and many others. If you've never tried it but enjoy yoga or ...
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Want healthier joints? Spark up a joint!!!

“I believe that marijuana, aka cannabis should be recognized for what it is - an effective herb, grown from soil and seed, nurtured by sun and rain.” Cannabis, although technically still ...
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BODY TALK: Honoring Your Physical Wellness Through Movement, Rest & Ritual

“Your body hears everything your mind says.” — Naomi Judd We live in a culture that often demands we override our instincts: push harder, ignore the ache, hustle through the fatigue. But your body? ...
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Exploring Life & Business with Leonor Sosa of Mary J’s Apothecary, LLC

Today we’d like to introduce you to Leonor Sosa Hi Leonor, we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.My path into wellness has been anything but conventional—and honestly, I wouldn’t have ...
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