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So you have an idea and to you it makes PERFECT sense...and no one else gets it! Ever happen to you? So when I had the idea for A BETTER ME it was a completely natural idea, why would anyone not understand what I am talking about right? WRONG! I have been asked about a million times..."So, what exactly is a therapeutic retail store"?. So for this first blog I am going to explain exactly what I mean when I use the term "Therapeutic Retail Store". It's not retail therapy, which is what a lot of people seem to be confusing it with. Not that I am against retail therapy, it has it's place. However, when I use the term Therapeutic Retail Store it is used to describe the retail sale of therapeutic support products. So what are those you might ask? We all do things that help us relax. We exercise, we read, we take hot baths, go on long walks, the list is endless. Products are often utilized in our relaxation and self-care routines as well. We use bath bombs, shower steamers, essential oils, lotions, etc. These are some of the products that you can find at A Better Me. So part of a Therapeutic Retail Store includes self care and relaxation products! Then there are individuals who suffer from anxiety,depression,sensory issues,or ADHD. These individuals often benefit from supplements, tactile stimulation,aromatherapy, acupressure and other support items (i.e Therapeutic Retail items). Last but not least lots of people, OK almost everyone, is looking for self-help information about something! Parenting, grief, relationships, how to be more assertive....another endless list of possibilities here. So a large part of our Therapeutic Retail Store is self-help books. So in my head when you take all of these items and put them in one store what do you get? A THERAPEUTIC RETAIL STORE (One where I might add you are welcome to practice your retail therapy skills). I have always believed humor was hugely therapeutic in itself!