Author name: Tina Phillips-McAlister

Building a Holistic Brand: Staying Authentic While Growing Your Community In a world saturated with marketing noise and quick-fix trends, creating a brand rooted in authenticity is more powerful than ever—especially in the holistic wellness space. Whether you’re just starting your journey or looking to expand your reach, the heart of your brand should always […]

Natural Remedies for Pet Anxiety: Holistic Approaches to Help Your Furry Friends Feel Calm Our pets are more than just companions—they’re family. Just like humans, animals can experience anxiety triggered by loud noises, separation, travel, or changes in routine. At Phillips Retreat, we believe in the power of holistic healing not only for people but

Reiki Energy for Pets: Enhancing Your Animal Companion’s Well-being When it comes to our beloved pets, we seek the best in nutrition, care, and emotional support. However, beyond the conventional ways of looking after our furry friends, alternative practices like Reiki can provide holistic comfort and healing to animals. Reiki, a Japanese energy-healing technique, isn’t

Meditation Styles for Every Personality: Find Your Inner Flow When most people hear “meditation,” they picture someone sitting cross-legged in complete silence. But meditation isn’t one-size-fits-all—and it definitely doesn’t have to be still and serious to be powerful. There are so many styles of meditation, each with its own rhythm, vibe, and purpose. Whether

Holistic Ways to Support Mental Health Without Medication Mental health is just as important as physical health—yet so many of us struggle to find balance in a world that moves fast, demands much, and rarely pauses to breathe. While medication can be a helpful and even necessary part of mental wellness for some, it’s

Understanding Empaths: Are You Absorbing Others’ Energy? Have you ever walked into a room and immediately felt overwhelmed, even though nothing was said? Do you find yourself deeply affected by others’ moods—sometimes even carrying them as your own? If so, you might be an empath. Being an empath means more than just being sensitive or

Signs You’re Experiencing an Energetic Shift Have you been feeling “off” lately—but can’t quite explain why? Perhaps your sleep patterns have changed, your emotions feel heightened, or you’re craving solitude. These could be signs that you’re experiencing an energetic shift—a natural but powerful transition in your spiritual and energetic body. An energetic shift is a

Strengthening Your Intuition: Practices to Trust Your Inner Voice We all have an inner voice—a quiet whisper guiding us through decisions, relationships, and experiences. But in a world full of noise, doubt, and distraction, learning to truly hear and trust that voice takes practice. Your intuition is more than just a gut feeling; it’s a

Essential Oils for Children: What’s Safe and What’s Not Essential oils are powerful tools in holistic wellness, offering natural support for everything from sleep and focus to immunity and emotional balance. But when it comes to children, extra care and caution are essential. Their smaller bodies, developing systems, and sensitive skin mean not all oils—or