Gwen Nyhus Stewart's Articles


Self Improvement	The Basics
Herb Gardening	Technique
Stress Management	Lifestyle Simplicity
Communication	Organic

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Balcony, Patio, and Courtyard Gardening
Whether you garden on a balcony, patio, or courtyard, this article will answer your questions about the 10 basic elements fundamental to creating a successful small space garden.
Garlic: The Stinking Rose
This article discusses garlic, ‘the stinking rose.’ Health benefits, how to grow it, uses in the kitchen and garden, and a non-toxic garlic spray recipe, as an alternative to using harmful chemicals in the garden, are explored.
Gratitude: 10 Practical Steps
This article discusses the perspective of practicing gratitude as a pathway to inner peace. One of the Universal Laws is the Law of Increase: meaning that whatever you focus your energy on will increase in your life. Practical steps to consciously focusing this energy is the geneses of this piece.
Listening Skills: Practical Steps To Listening Effectively
Described as the most important communication skill, listening effectively requires considerable skill and practice and is a learned skill. It has been identified as one of the most frequent problems in marriage, one of the most important in family and social settings, and one of the most important on-the-job communication skills. This article describes nine practical steps to improve your listening skills and enhance your interpersonal relationships.
Meditation: A Path To Inner Peace
This article examines the role of meditation as one of the proven alternative therapies that in recent years have been classified under the mind-body medicine therapies. Traditionally meditation has been used for spiritual growth but more recently has become a valuable tool for managing stress and finding a place of peace, relaxation, and tranquility in a demanding fast-paced world. Various meditation techniques are outlined in this article with practical steps to beginning a meditative practice.
Mustard: The Greatest Among The Herbs
Known and used since ancient times, and called the greatest among the herbs in the Bible, mustard and its healing properties are discussed in this article. How to grow it, how to use it, and recipes for using the seed and greens are included.
Organic Gardening 101
The key components fundamental to the practice of organic gardening are discussed in this article.
Preparing The Garden For Winter
This article outlines the practical steps to putting the outdoor garden to rest for the winter.
Simplicity as a Life-style: 10 Practical Steps
This article discusses the concept of living with simplicity. 10 practical steps provide guidelines for this life-style choice.
Stress Management: 10 Practical Steps
This article identifies 10 practical steps to managing stress and creating balance in your life.