The proverb “In health there is liberty. Health is the first of all liberties, and happiness gives us the energy which is the basis of health” comes from Henri-Frédéric Amiel, a 19th-century Swiss philosopher and poet. Amiel, deeply influenced by his introspective nature and the Romantic movement, often reflected on the relationship between the human spirit, well-being, and freedom.
Amiel lived during a time of profound social and political change, including the rise of individualism and the importance of personal fulfillment. He recognized that true freedom—liberty to pursue one’s goals and passions—depends on good health. Illness or physical limitation, in his view, could constrain not just the body but also the mind and spirit, depriving individuals of the ability to live fully and independently.
Happiness, for Amiel, was closely tied to energy and vitality, which he believed were essential components of health. A joyful outlook on life fosters resilience and physical well-being, creating a cycle where happiness sustains health, and health enables freedom. This perspective reflects Amiel’s broader philosophical themes: the interconnectedness of mind, body, and soul, and the importance of nurturing all three to achieve a life of balance, liberty, and fulfillment.
Did you know Black Spruce essential oil is distilled from the needles and branches of the Picea Mariana trees that are harvested from Canada? Black Spruce is a powerful wood oil historically used by Native Americans to promote skin health and as part of their spiritual healing and cleansing traditions.
Did you know sage is the oil of purification? Sage is known for its ability to cleanse energy, and spaces. It also purifies the body, and opens spiritual channels. Sage is a powerful energy cleansing oil. It can send away unwanted or hard to endure energies, and restore harmony, and balance. It plays a role in helping people who have experienced any form of abuse, also feeling a disconnect from their physical body.
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