New week – You can make it a great one

One thing I love about being a “seasoned woman” with experience and a little knowledge under my belt is that I now know I am in control of my own happiness. Life can be overwhelming and stressful, but it is up to me to remember to take a deep breath and focus on the positive. I can’t depend on my spouse, my children, my sisters, friends or nobody else on my own happiness. I have to manage my stress and incorporate stress relieve techniques to make it through all the hard bumps. Each day we wake up we get a brand new chance to make the life that we want to achieve.

It is the small things in life that makes life so sweet. How you start and end each day can make or break your day. Start your day with positive thoughts on your mind. A prayer can change your attitude. Read an uplifting scripture each morning. Repeat a motivating affirmation to get your mind straight. Don’t forget some Yoga stretches. Make your favorite herbal tea or healthy smoothie with the best multivitamins, flax seed and other health supplements to give you the energy you need to face the day.

When your day has come to an end and it is time to unwind, create your own special ritual to end the day on a positive note. Burn some of your favorite essential oils or fragrance candle. Soothing scents can make all the difference. Do you enjoy massage? Self massages can hit the spot between visits to your massage therapist. Make a special blend of oils and rub your own shoulders. Give yourself a nice foot rub or head massage. End your day with a smile, get some good rest and be ready to face the next day full force.

Here is one oil blend you can try:

Special Neck and Shoulder blend

1 Tablespoon of Sweet almond
Oregano – 3 drops
Peppermint – 4 drops
Cedarwood – 2 drops
Lavendar – 2 drops

Add essential oils to the 1 tablespoon of Almond oil and shake well.
(You can find more essential recipes on my blog under the category “Aromatherapy.”)

http://www.motherknowsbest.net/topics/aromatherapy/

Essential oils can be purchased from my Nature Sunshine site:

www.mynsp.com/motherknowsbest

Read some of my past Examiner articles for more suggestions on how to treat yourself.
(Click on headline below to read full article)

Best self-care exercises and tips to feel great

Continue to read my daily blog posts all of August, for the #31WriteNow blog challenge. Feel free to leave a comment or question.

Make it a good week!
Your herbalist,
Marguerite

The amazing proprieties of Essential Oils

As a Massage Therapist I love the study of Aromatherapy and how it affects people with it’s many healing proprieties. I am even more intrigued as I use my new tool; the ZYTO Compass scanner. When I scan my clients it will suggest the best Nature Sunshine products for the person according to biofeedback. Many times certain essential oils are suggested. You can also do a special scan to find out the best essential oils for the individual, great for Massage Therapists who offer Aromatherapy treatments.

What is Aromatherapy??

It is the use of aromatic essential oils to benefit the body – in emotional and physical health and beauty. Science has discovered that our sense of smell plays a significant role in our overall health.

Here are two amazing essential oils I have been reading up on lately that I wanted to share with my readers…

Helichrysum
(5 ml.), Stock No. 3943-0
member price: $89.95 /retail price: $134.95

NSP Helichrysum Essential Oil offers relief to pain. With its deep-warming, grounding emotional effect, Helichrysum helps promote relaxation and balance. The uplifting, comforting qualities of our Helichrysum will help you unwind and find peace of mind.

Ingredients:

NSP Helichrysum Essential Oil is 100 percent pure and genuine, and it is wildcrafted (hand gathered in the wild while in bloom) in either Yugoslavia or Corsica in the Mediterranean.

Benefits:

• Known for its benefits to bruises, wounds and other injuries.
• Acts as an excellent cell regenerator.
• Helps reduce the formation of scar tissue and improves skin disorders.
• Contains antiseptic, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, antiviral and antibacterial compounds.
• Helps calm the respiratory system.
• Stimulating to the entire digestive system.
• Also supports the circulatory, immune and structural systems.

Systems affected:

Breasts, Circulation, Digestive System, Ears, Liver, Lymphatic System, Respiratory System, Skin, Structural System.

Nature’s Sunshine (NSP) Advantage

Varied species of Helichrysum can be found throughout the world, but most of these do not meet Nature’s Sunshine’s strict standards. That’s why NSP uses only Helichrysum italicum harvested from its indigenous soil in France. NSP guarantees that its Helichrysum Essential Oil is 100 percent pure and unadulterated. Rigorous scientific testing confirms that our essential oil is of the highest quality. In fact, we have rejected more Helichrysum than we have accepted. Also, you’ll find that NSP Helichrysum Essential Oil is competitively priced.
Recommended Use:

NSP Helichrysum Essential Oil enhances massages and baths. Use it as an inhalant to minimize tension, and apply it to skin to guard against pain and infection.
User Care:

Helichrysum Essential Oil is for external use only. Pregnant women should not use Helichrysum. Do not apply it near your eyes or mucous membranes. Keep all essential oils out of reach of children.

Jasmine Absolute Pure Essential Oil

(Jasminum officinalis, hexane)
(2 ml.), Stock No. 3890-1
member price: $50.95 /retail price: $50.95

This climbing shrub is grown in many parts of the world and the flowers are only picked at night when the aroma is most powerful.
Jasmine is a scent nearly everyone loves with a deep, sweet, rich floral aroma. Real jasmine, like rose, is beyond comparison to the imitation fragrances available.

This sensually sweet floral aroma has been used as an aphrodisiac for centuries.

Jasmine supports the nervous system and is especially helpful for the mature woman’s changing needs and dry, sensitive skin.
This oil is considered one of the most precious oils due to its many benefits. It can be blended with almost any other essential oil with a few drops making a big difference in any blend. It is often used as an anti-depressant, stress-relief, a sedative and as an antiseptic. It is also helpful for muscle spasms and coughs.

A powerful mood enhancer, jasmine helps overcome feelings of anxiety, bitterness, burnout, dejection, depression, guilt, indifference, jealousy, negativity and repression. It brings feelings confidence, creativity, happiness, intuition, peace and self-awareness.

Systems Affected:

Hypothalamus, Liver, Pineal, Reproductive Glands, Respiratory System, Skin

User Care:

For external use only. Do not take Jasmine internally. Do a patch test first on skin. Avoid in cases of epilepsy. Keep away from eyes. Keep all essential oils out of reach of children.

Ingredients:

100% pure Jasminum grandiflorum oil

What’s your favorite alternative health treatment?

Aromatherapy treatment.

Alternative health therapy is becoming more popular. One recent article noted that Alternative medicine booming in popularity.

People are learning that prescription drugs and surgeries aren’t the only option to deal with health issues. Relief from Arthritis can be achieved with the ancient Chinese treatment of Acupuncture. Some people find relief with massage, a form of soft-tissue manipulation. Yoga is also great for Arthritis and other pain relief. It is also great for stress and even depression.

Herbs are another alternative that has been around for centuries, along with Aromatherapy for many health issues to cleanse, build and activate the system.

People find Chiropractors, Massage Therapists, Naturopaths and Herbalists can offer the services they are looking for in dealing with various conditions from migraine headaches to female health issues.

People have testified that massage helped their serious back problems. One woman visited a Naturopath that gave her the answer to what was going on with her body with Fibroid tumors, Endometriosis and cysts. She was able to avoid surgery. One doctor recommends going to a local massage school for affordable massages. They aid in toxin removal and increases oxygen flow through out the body.

You can find great testimonies on this blog from people who got health benefits from herbs under TESTIMONIES.

What’s your testimony? Leave a comment here and tell us your favorite alternative treatment and the location. We LOVE testimonies.

Journey to Joy Blog Tour with Life Coach Aurelia Williams is here!

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Why a Little ‘Me Time’ is Important for your Health and Well Being

By Aurelia Williams

As mothers, it is in our very nature to nurture and care for others. We play doctor, cook, chauffeur, teacher, lawyer, and the occasional referee as well, and yet most of us don’t take time off for ourselves. I bet you can remember the last time you did a load of laundry, the last time one of your little ones gave you a hug or perhaps the last time one of your kids did a little artwork on the wall (smile), but when was the last time you took time out for you?

It isn’t selfish to carve out a little ‘me time’ – it is actually a great way to nurture yourself and a wonderful way to rejuvenate yourself. As a matter of fact, it is very important to be sure to take time out for yourself. I made a vow a long time ago to be sure to take time for myself, away from home. I have a loving husband and 4 children and I make sure to do something for me monthly (often times more). Whether I am alone or with girlfriends, I find the time that I spend dedicated to me priceless. My girlfriends and I have created what we call a ‘Girls Day Out’! This is where you pal around with your friend or friends and just have fun (childless fun). Just imagine being able to drink an entire cup of tea or coffee before it gets cold or actually eating your entire meal without having to share it.

Be sure to steal a few hours a week for yourself to get away. If for some reason you can’t leave the house, perhaps just take some quiet time for yourself after the children are in bed and treat yourself to a good book, a bubble bath, a nice movie or anything else that you get enjoyment from.

You remember that saying? If mama ain’t happy, nobody is happy? Well, I tend to agree with it, so try to take time off when you can to replenish your mind, body and spirit. Usually after just a few hours of ‘me time’, you will feel totally renewed, rejuvenated and ready to tackle just about ANYTHING (even that pile of laundry!)

About Aurelia

Aurelia Williams is a certified Life Coach and author of Journey To Joy a clear-cut step-by-step action guide to help you claim the happiness you deserve. Grab your copy today! To find out more about Aurelia’s coaching visit today and sign up for your complimentary session with the Real Life Coach

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Some more tools to help with a little “me time”:

Energy Drink!!!

Here’s a recipe from an herbalist who drinks this every morning and afternoon.

4 oz. Thai-go

2 oz. Noni

1 oz Mineral Chi

Every morning for energy and joints. If I am really tired and run down, I repeat it in the afternoon. Has kept me going through some extremely stressful times.

Easy Aromatherapy Bath Recipes for Women

Blend the essential oils with one teaspoon of carrier oil or milk and add the

blend to your bath.

PMS Relief Bath

5 drops bergamot

3 drops geranium

1 drop rose

For PMS Fluid Retention

2 drops lavender

4 drops juniper.

Order your products and essential oils at my website – http://www.mynsp.com/motherknowsbest,

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Count down to the next Certified Herbalist Course. Still time to register at:

http://certifiedherbalistcourse2010.eventbrite.com

Mom’s Healthy Blogtalk show’s upcoming schedule

We have some great shows scheduled in the upcoming weeks. Make sure you tune in to Mom’s Healthy Radio Show. My special co-host Hondo, who joins us monthly will be on this Thursday, June 25th.
Hondo is an expert Health Consultant and an 100% fruitarian. He shares how he made his transition from traditional American diet to being a fruitarian.

Thursday, June 25th
– Changing over to a healthier diet

Thursday, July 9th
– Reiki Master Alice of http://reikiawakening.com will be joining us.

Thursday, July 23rd
– Special interview of mother of Tia of tiasway.com
Tia lost her life to Cervical Cancer and we will be discussing this terrible disease and how others can be more aware.

Don’t miss any of these great shows we have planned at:
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/momshealthyradioshow

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The Certified Herbalist course is in session and people are learning some valuable information on the wonderful world of herbs and gaining knowledge on how to set up their own herbal business. Stay tuned for the date of the next session, some time this fall.

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It is bug season and people want to know some natural remedies for bug spray. Essential oils are good for fighting bugs. Here are a list of oils you can drop into a massage oil or water then spray for spiders, mosquitoes, fleas and more.

Ant – Peppermint, Spearmint
Flies – Peppermint, Lavender, Rosemary, Sage
Mosquitoes – Lavender, Lemongrass
Ticks – Lavender, Lemongrass, Sage, Thyme
Spiders – Peppermint, Spearmint
Gnats – Patchouli, Spearmint
Beetles – Peppermint, Thyme

Shop at Mother Knows Best for all your BIO Pure Essential Oil needs. (Plus, bottles and other aromatherapy needs.)
Peppermint

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Last, I got to say Happy Earth day to the old man, Malik. My dear husband’s birthday is this Wednesday, June 24th, plus our beautiful little grand daughter, Moriya also turns 1 today. Happy Earth day to Moriya too!!!! I love you guys soooo much!!!!

moriya

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