Worrying won't stop the bad stuff, it just stops you from enjoying the good!

Sometimes you see articles or watch the news and think, it’s too much, I don’t know how to stop bad things from happening.  Well, this article from Lida (our spiritual reiki and life coaching guru) has phrased it so well and eloquently here, I just had to share!

SHINE YOUR LIGHT

2012 heralded a significant time. Some predicted doom whilst others predicted miracles on a grand scale.

It is said that the Mayan calendar ended around December 2012. A few mystics spoke of this being a time of significance.

Much has changed since 2012. More individuals have had their awareness levels raised. There is more interest than ever in yoga, meditation, metaphysics, ethics and morals. Social barriers are gradually being removed.

More of us are taking responsibility for our own spiritual journey. The number of people who are being called to take responsibility for their actions and for their inter-actions with others is growing. Politicians, sports people, teachers, parents, the young, the old, business owners are all expected to be more considerate in their choices.

You are contributing to this change in consciousness. Your Light is raising awareness in magnificent ways and for most of us we do not realise this. Every time you express gratitude even when faced with challenge, you are shining your Light - you are strengthening the raising of consciousness.

We are continually being presented with opportunities to shine the Light. At times you may even identify that you have some out-moded beliefs. They no longer sit well in your psyche. In the noting, change is occurring, your Light is expanding. If this is happening for you then it is happening for many.

Whenever you identify an injustice and speak of this in ways that contributes to growing awareness you are shining your Light. You are contributing to raising consciousness. It may be that you notice a person is being excluded and you take steps to welcome this person. This small act is powerful. At the time you may not realise the full implications of such a simple action.

Any major social change was first ignited by a few who chose to shine their Light on outmoded behaviours and beliefs. During those times of change there was aggressive resistance which gradually dissipated as more individuals recognized where there was injustice. There are many historical records of how out-moded beliefs and behaviours were changed by the masses who kept shining the Light.

Look around you. Listen to distant dialogues. Listen to your own inner dialogue. Are they communications of support or are they excluding? Identify where rigid views contribute to isolating be they your beliefs or others. Then intend to shine your Light. This does not require for you to make massive changes. Begin with self.

As you go to sleep at night take a moment to give thanks for the Light within and for the magnificent interconnectedness of this limitless, infinite vibration.

by:Lida van den Berg

Lida can be contacted via www.aliveandhappy.com.au

Loving your body with some TLC - helping you to live the life you want (and always secretly thought you would).

Do you remember the "Friends" episode where Chandler falls in love with bathing, with the relaxing decor provided by candlelight, the beautiful aromas...

Sometimes we just need a little TLC   - to relax and unwind, and sometimes to to show how much we love and respect  ourselves, body, mind & soul!

Create your own spa getaway with these easy-to-make DIY shower bombs, and show yourself how much you care for you!

Toss a shower bomb in the bottom of your shower  (or bath) and enjoy the wonderful scent or create a collection of these homemade shower bombs as a gift for someone you love.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups baking soda
• 1 cup citric acid (available at health food stores or online)
• 2 Tbsp. water
• 30+ drops of your favorite aromatic essential oil (see our suggestions below)

Directions:

Mix together the baking soda and citric acid in a medium-size bowl. In a separate small bowl or bottle, mix together water and essential oil. Slowly add the oil-water mixture a few drops at a time into your dry ingredients, stirring well after each addition (a stand mixer works well for this). When ingredients are thoroughly mixed, tightly pack into 2-inch balls using your hands, a stainless steel cake pop mold, or a cookie scoop. Set on a plate to dry. If necessary, pack the balls again more tightly. Allow to dry for 12+ hours before using.

To use, simply place a bomb near your feet under warm running water and enjoy the aromatic experience!

Suggested essential oil additions: 

• Morning Fresh Shower Bombs: Add 30 drops of Awaken to a batch for an in vigorating and fresh aromatic experience.
• Orchard Stroll Shower Bombs: For a sweet, refreshing aromatic journey, add 30 drops of Citrus Fresh to a batch.
• Day’s End Shower Bombs: Add 30 drops of Lavender to a batch to enjoy a relaxing aromatic addition to your shower time.

Because you are worth it!

S

xx

A moment in time...Lida van den Berg

Getting to know our wellness facilitators!

A moment in time series featuring Lida van den Berg

Lida is an amazing healer and I have been fortunate enough to participate in many of her classes and meditation groups.  It was an absolute delight in getting to know Lida just a little bit more with these questions...

• What is the one thing you do everyday to keep your life on track?

The state of gratitude helps me to stay grounded and also reminds me that everything happens for a reason even if the situation is a difficult one. I am also reminded that successes are not necessarily better than perceived failures.

• How often do you meditate and how long is each meditation?

I meditate daily. Anything from 5 minutes to 45 minutes. At times the meditation is formal where I sit in a quiet room with or without music and follow my breath. At other times I gaze into nature and allow the sounds and colours to guide the meditation.

• When your life does not go according to plan, how do you get back on track?

Through the practice of gratitude and meditation I am reminded that everything is happening for a reason. I am a natural planner but have learned over the years to be more allowing as events unfold. In this way I find that as I move toward my vision the universal energy meets me.

• What made you want to be a coach?

I use to react to the term coach as it has never occurred to me to be one. Helping people to move from a state of hopelessness to a state of possibilities inspires. Every person has the right to identify and experience their own potential. When people ask me to assist them, I become curious about what makes their heart sing, what inspires them and what they would like to be different.

• What is the best aspect of your work?

I am constantly shown how resilient the human is and what can be overcome and feel privileged at being part of a person's journey when they choose to step toward "what makes their heart sing". 

• Who has been your biggest inspiration to date and why?

I have had many amazing teachers but two in particular stand out. I have incorporated their teachings in my work. When people comment on how good my work is I tend to reply "I know" because I know that the methods I have embraced work.

• What is the best advice you can give to people wanting to grow themselves?

Trust the inner voice. Seek and embrace that which grabs your attention. Commit to your intention. Honour your own innate strengths. Daily express gratitude.

A BIG thank you to Lida for sharing her thoughts so freely.

I know I certainly got a lot out of it!

xx

S

Lida's profile can be viewed at www.aliveandhappy.com.au

5 Tips to help Balance your Day

Rejuvenate your mind - 5 tips to help Balance Your Day

Anger is an emotion that causes a chemical reaction in the body and dissipates pretty much as quickly as it was formed, and yet if you feel angry for longer than about 30 seconds, it is generally because you have made the choice to hang onto that anger.  

Here are some simple tips to creating a more balanced and happy outlook in your life.

• Smile - even if you don’t feel like it, fake it.  Smiling will not only strengthen and tone facial muscles, but it helps shift your mood to a positive vibration.

• Breathe - especially when combined with Stress Away Roll On Essential Oil.  Breathing will help relax those muscles you didn’t even realise you were holding in.

• Meditate  - allow your mind to relax and stretch itself within the silence.  Let go of burdens and thoughts that are weighing you down and just exist.

• Get a life coach - sometimes we don’t even realise we are in a rut.  Engaging a professional life coach can help re-energise and rejuvenate your life.  Bring back passion, goals, commitment and motivation and feel alive again!

• Think “thank you” - by focusing on what you are grateful for can help focus the mind on things that make you happy.  Instead of venting on a situation, find the good in it, even if you don’t feel grateful immediately, at least acknowledge the good of it.  

Turing your life from crazy, hectic business is not always easy, but keep strong, keep repeating the above steps and watch the change unfold in your life!

xx

S

www.aliveandhappy.com.au