Through its dedicated efforts in Ukraine, the Helias Foundation champions innovative, locally rooted initiatives that renew society, placing a profound emphasis on anthroposophic medicine and trauma-informed pedagogy for children. Drawing from holistic principles, the foundation supports projects that foster deep physical, emotional, and spiritual healing—empowering … [Read more...] about Introduction to the Helias Foundation
Childhood
Ginger Foot Baths for Warming
Ginger concentrates its forces into the formation of the root, resulting in the generation of strong essential oils there. The external application of ginger generates warmth in the human organism, which can spread to the periphery. The soul is invited to connect more strongly to the body, which can manifest as deeper breathing. The patient can feel inwardly steadied and … [Read more...] about Ginger Foot Baths for Warming
Autumn 2025 Newsletter
Hello friends, Welcome to the FHC Fall Newsletter. We have some very good webinars coming up this fall and winter, and hope you will take a look. There are many great contributions in this newsletter. It is a challenging time for many people, and uncertainty seems to be swirling all around us. Take a look at the resilience article on “pausing.” Sometimes stepping back and … [Read more...] about Autumn 2025 Newsletter
Lavender Foot Baths for Stress and Anxiety
by Steven Johnson, DO Light and warmth in the essential oil of lavender have a calming, relaxing, and soothing effect on both children and adults. Lavender footbaths warm and cool limbs, help with sleeplessness, anxiety, restlessness, stress, and mental fatigue. Consider using Lavender bath oil from Uriel pharmacy or lavender essential oil. This can be done daily or as … [Read more...] about Lavender Foot Baths for Stress and Anxiety
The Unique Anxieties of the Nine-year Change
by Adam Blanning, MD Do you remember being nine? Many people have vivid memories about particular events or experiences at that age. Some people reflect back and realize how their connection with the world changed, how they began to notice new things or ask different questions. If you dig a little deeper, a whole set of people report that this was the age when they … [Read more...] about The Unique Anxieties of the Nine-year Change