Welcome to Human Minded
Crafting Holistic Wellness and Well-Being
At Human Minded, we are not just a brand; we are the architects of a revolution for well-being and pain management through environmental and social consciousness. Nestled on the picturesque Monterey Peninsula, our journey began with a singular vision—to create effective pain relief and wellness products using natural and organic ingredients known for their wide range of adaptogenic properties.
Our Origin Story
Founded by Michelle Polkabla, Human Minded is the culmination of a passion for holistic well-being. Michelle’s extensive experience as a seasoned massage therapist, with her certifications, knowledge, and training in Classical Chinese Medicine, has guided her to develop a line of effective and powerful pain relief and recovery products as alternatives and supplements to current traditional Western medicine. Partnering with her biochemist husband and a dedicated product team, Michelle has embraced the known benefits of full-spectrum CBD and other regenerative and adaptogenic botanical products focusing on natural alternatives to traditional pain relief.
Her products are only made from organic, fair-trade, and ethically sourced ingredients and are used by a wide range of professionals and athletes. Human Minded products have also been featured in exclusive magazines such as Vogue, Vanity Fair, and Gentlemen’s Quarterly. Additionally, Michelle has earned certifications in Classical Chinese Medicine and Qigong, and continues her professional practice enhancing optimal health and wellness with her clients through education, training, and her unique products.
Human Minded products, including our flagships Ease Cream, Iron Hand Jow Gel (and Roller), CBD Tincture, CBD Bath Bombs, and Neat Soap are meticulously handcrafted with a holistic approach to achieve the highest quality and effectiveness. We understand that pain relief goes far beyond seeking a temporary fix—it's about embracing natural products used for healing and a lifestyle that harmonizes with the body's unique energies, natural rhythms, and coherence.
All Natural, Handcrafted Wellness Products
Embracing the serene aura of the Monterey Peninsula, we infuse our creations with the essence and unique energy (Qi) of the region. We are committed to all-natural, organic, and sustainably sourced ingredients, which we slowly and carefully hand-craft into our unique products. This ensures that every product we offer is a testament to the healing power of nature and natural goodness.
Our products are carefully and slowly hand-crafted to provide effective relief from discomfort through the combination and use of natural organic ingredients whose medicinal benefits have been known by many indigenous cultures for centuries.
Arthritis Relief: Arthritis, a condition causing inflammation and pain in the joints, can be a significant impediment to daily life. Our CBD-infused products, such as the Ease Cream and Iron Hand Jow, have been developed using a blend of natural ingredients, essential oils, and the power of full-spectrum CBD to reduce the discomfort from arthritis symptoms, and provide relief from joint pain, reduce inflammation, promote flexibility, enhance recovery, and promote overall joint wellness and health.
Muscle and Joint Pain Relief: Whether it's discomfort from daily wear and tear or specific joint-related issues, our full-spectrum CBD-infused products are crafted to provide targeted relief for sore and overworked muscles and joints to promote recovery. Human Minded Iron Hand Jow gel was developed using an ancient traditional Chinese formula harnessing the synergistic benefits of over 35 herbs to promote fast recovery, reduce inflammation, and enhance Qi (pronounced Chee) making our unique Iron Hand Jow an excellent option for those seeking a clean and fast absorbing gel for joint pain relief and muscle recovery while on the Go!
Chronic Pain Management: For those fighting chronic pain, our flagship topical products, including Ease Cream and Iron Hand Jow, each stand as beacons of hope. Slowly and carefully hand-crafted, these full-spectrum CBD-containing topical products offer a natural alternative to traditional Western pain medications. Their unique formulations, rooted in Michelle's decades of massage therapy experience and Classical Chinese medicine, have been developed to combat chronic pain, providing a sustainable and natural solution that goes beyond surface-level relief and into overall wellness and coherence.
Our unique formulations have taken years to develop and refine. To ensure consistency, we make all of our products in-house by hand in small batches to ensure the highest quality and effectiveness. Our products combine gentle modern methods with ancient wisdom to ensure the effectiveness and functionality of each of our organic ingredients in the way that nature intended. With the combination of modern science rooted within ancient wisdom, our holistic and regenerative products are unlike any other.
