NEW! Member Spotlight: Tanja K.

[Vanessa]

AthletaWell is a Community made for women, by women. As members of AthletaWell, we want to take the time to highlight and meet members who have connected with others, learned from our expert Guides, and engage with classes.

Today, I want everyone to meet Tanja K! This holistic health devotee talks to AthletaWell about how she navigates challenges, her accomplishments, and of course her favorite Athleta picks!

Username: @LunaLove 

Sign: Scorpio

Location: California

Tell us about your favorite Athleta product and why.

Tanja: Speedlight Top! It looks gorgeous and I feel chic working out in it and wearing it out to brunch or dinner

When you're going through a challenging time, what supports you and lifts your spirits?

Tanja: Yoga, loved ones, my puppies, meditation, aromatherapy.

Let's celebrate you - is there anything you've done recently that you're proud of?

Tanja: Being an entrepreneur.

Is there anything about yourself you would like us to know?

Tanja: [I’m] interested in all things about holistic health and well-being.

Be sure to say hello 👋 to @LunaLove in the comments, and tell her if you have anything in common! Tell us about your favorite yoga poses, how you style your Speedlight Top, or your favorite ways you like to meditate! And if you have any questions for her about being an entrepreneur or holistic tips, be sure to tag her!

[kj36928]

Its nice to meet you @LunaLove, I don't know much about aromatherapy. How do you use it and what for? 

[LunaLove]

Very nice to meet you . Thank you for your interest in Aromatherapy. 

Essential oils are nature’s healing gift to us and support us in healing and balancing our bodies, mind, emotions and spirits.

Since I have been studying it I have been using it everyday. I like to make my own body spray, facial oil/serum, and I also use it to heal minor burns/scratches/mosquito bites, to naturally repel insects, to ease headaches or tummy aches, boost my emotional wellbeing, and much more. Let me know if that answers your question or if I can be of further assistance. 

[SamMax]

Interesting. Would you mind sharing a recipe for mosquitos - both dealing with the itchy bites and one to maybe prevent them.  Summer is upon us and I am getting bit!!!

[LunaLove]

Thank you for your interest. Please see my answer below that should answer your question regarding the prevention. To deal with itchy bites I would recommend diluting a drop of lavender and peppermint oil in a natural base oil and applying to the bites. Hope this helps. 🙂

[LunaLove]

Thank you @Vanessa for highlighting me in this week's newsletter. It is such a joy meeting you and your amazing Athleta community. What a great way to connect with like-minded people. 

[kj36928]

Thank you @LunaLove. You mention using essential oils to naturally repel insects. I love sitting on my back patio but flies and gnats are a real nuisance. Can you recommend an oil I could use?

[LunaLove]

Yes, sitting on the patio is so lovely. You could diffuse the oils or dilute them in a base oil and apply them to your skin. They are very potent so just a few drops should work. I would recommend a blend of any of these oils:

Citronella, Eucalyptus, Lemongrass, Peppermint and Lavender. Hope this helps.

[KimberlyL73]

It’s so nice to meet you.  I’m all about holistic health.  I’m a Reiki practitioner and recently started working with a holistic doctor and nutritionist.  
I look forward to hearing more! 

[LunaLove]

Hu Kimberly, So lovely to meet you! That sounds wonderful that you offer Reiki and started working with a holistic doctor and nutritionist. How do you like it do far? Happy to connect with you!