How do you look at life? Did you realize that we  determine whether something is a blessing or a curse by the way we choose to look at it?

We all experience events that we consider disastrous. Did you ever stop to consider that those events could hold some great blessings in them?

Life happens and at some point you wish things were different. Things don’t always work out the way we planned, or is there a hidden meaning in it?

What if you started calling these events good? Our mind doesn’t know the difference. We keep telling ourselves that no matter what, we see these events as good and as a blessing. The mind will work kick into action to prove this as correct. Everything will start falling into place, and the situation will turn into good.

Your mind always wants to be right. Seek out the good and the blessing in every situation and in every person that you meet!

Once you are in the habit, your subconscious mind will automatically be looking for the blessing. Problems will take on a new meaning, and you will actually find that you  have less of them.

Don’t let worries take you down.  Anytime you encounter a difficulty,  you will know that a blessing is right around the corner.  Once you start counting your blessings, nothing will take hold in your life!!

Emotions are funny. We have a tendency to hold onto the dark side of them. Whenever we have emotional trauma in our lives, it can leave us with negativity and unwanted feelings that haunt us for years.

Hidden negative emotions, which are never acknowledged, can hinder the healing process.  Our everyday routines always seem to come first, leaving the emotional healing “for later”, and later may never come.

One of the best ways to heal is to reflect on past experiences and forgive.
Young Living makes some great essential oils that can help you with this process.

1. Valor – Place one drop on your wrist and place your other wrist atop it, holding for a few seconds. Feel the energy align. Drop 2 -3 drops on the top of your head. (It won’t ruin your hairdo!) This will help you ground and balance your energies again.

2. Trauma Life – Place 1 – 2 drops over the heart to help reduce stress and free yourself of negative emotions.

3. Forgiveness – Place a drop to each of your temples to help release any anger and allow forgiveness to enter.

When you work through and release negative emotions,  you allow love and peace to enter your life.  That is the secret we are all searching for!

A recent article from Nutraceuticals International Group stated that Chlorogenic acid, a polyphenol found in Green Coffee Bean, is important in plant metabolism which seems to have the same effect on humans.  It has been reported to slow down the release of glucose from the liver into the blood. When glycogenolysis slows down, the body uses fat cells for energy instead of sugar. According to the studies, the suggested dose is at least 140mg per day.  Chlorogenic acid has also been said to significantly lower blood pressure in recent studies.

Dr. Mehmet Oz says, “Green Coffee Bean extract is an effective antihypertensive supplement for individuals who are currently taking medication for high blood pressure and are looking for a natural alternative.”

LA Times Magazine recently reported that Green Coffee Beans show potential for losing weight. “In a limited trial, 16 overweight young adults taking various doses of Green Coffee Bean extract lose an average of 17.5 pounds and 16% in body fat in 22 weeks.

You can view the studies for Green Coffee Extract at the links below:

Biomedcentral 

www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

www.cenegenicsfoundation.org

Nature has given us all of the resources that we need to live a happy, healthy, and vibrant life. We are just beginning to understand its potential!!

This is a strong statement. I never realized how it evokes varied emotions in people.

During the course of my life, I have come to the realization that there are things that I can’t control, no matter what I do.  Why should I worry about it? Learning to accept the things that I can’t change or effect, has made a huge difference in my well being.  As I result, I am able move forward and focus on the things that really matter, and those I have an interest in making a difference with.

What about you? How do you react to “It Is What It Is”?  Do you feel anger and resentment toward events or people in your life? Negativity won’t change the circumstances.  We all need to move forward, one day at a time.

Why not work on counting your blessings and being grateful by accepting what is?  Focus on the positive and the richness that life has to offer.

Start with today, focus on every moment and experience. Find the value in everything that you do. Make the experiences and value grow.

Once you open up to “Gratitude” in your life, you will be able to accept circumstances, and look for the good in all of your experiences.

Please share your thoughts with me in the comment boxes below. I love hearing from you.

Life is hard. Unexpected things happen that derail our carefully laid out plans. It’s not your fault that life is difficult. It is however, your responsibility to deal with the problems, or are they really possibilities?

Think about it. You can spend your time complaining, or you can take the very thing that has caused you the problem, and reframe it into a possibility to better the situation.

Let’s take a health emergency. Most of the time it can be a warning sign for a need lifestyle change.  If the course correction is made, chances are your life will become more rewarding and gratifying that ever thought!

As many problems and setbacks that there are,  there are even more possibilities. It is a total manner of your perspective. Don’t make excuses.  Make a difference in your life and in the lives of others. Think outside the box, look at the situation with a different set of eyes. How can this be worked out for a better outcome?

Think about what would make your life better. Take those problems and make them possibilities!

Have you heard about the pink slime additives to your ground beef?  It has been the topic of discussion for the past several weeks.  Social media has been one of the driving forces in getting pink slime removed from school and fast food ground beef.

So what exactly is pink slime?

When a cow is butchered, not everything is fit for human consumption, due to the elevated risk for E-coli. Most of these parts were used in dog food, as a dogs digestive system can handle it. But business found a way to make it fit for human consumption.

Fat can be separated from meat using a centrifuge. The meat is then salvaged with the use of ammonia to kill any remaining bacteria. It was considered by the USDA as a filler. No more than 15% of pink slime could be added to any ground meat.

Social Media Pressure

Many of the major fast food and grocery chains have stopped using pink slime, especially with the onslaught of bad press and social media pressure. A recent internet petition was launched that was able to collect over 200,00 0 names in 9 days, telling the USDA to stop using pink slime in school food.

Pressure was so intense that the manufactuer, LFTB, Beef Products announced it was shutting down three of its four plants, for 60 days, pending a public relations program designed to restore confidence in the product.

How can you tell if you are getting pink slime?

Check your labels! They must ready 100% Ground Chuck or Ground Beef.
Any USDA certified organic ground beef is not permitted to have fillers, so you should be safe eating it.

Know what you are eating!

I can’t stress enough the need to eat organic as well as grow and prepare as much of your food source as possible. Your health depends upon it.

Sometimes it is really hard to get going on a Monday morning, especially after a holiday weekend!

Have you ever given thought to what motivates you? What do you look forward to accomplishing or learning this week? We all get into a “rut” where life becomes the same, and it becomes easy and comfortable to conform. Are you tired of sitting on the sideline, or do want to experience the best that life has to offer?

The key is to get comfortable with change. Get in the habit of seeking new and meaningful challenges. Think about the reasons why you do what you do. What motivates you and keeps you going?

Immerse yourself totally in building and supporting those things that motivate you with all of your time, efforts and passions. Don’t just think about them, take action and put meaning into your life!

Life becomes predictable and boring unless we get involved and make commitments to a “higher” vision of what our life can look like.

Move forward. Stop observing on the sidelines and wishing your life away. Do whatever it takes to make your life’s dream a reality. Every moment counts. Build a life that is full of dreams, adventures and challenges. Shoot for the stars! Monday’s will never get you down if you make the decision to do something with today!

Are you experiencing challenges in your life?  What is your mindset? Positive or Negative?

When times get rough, it is tough to remain positive, but the secret weapon of positivity may be your most powerful and effective defense.

There have been many times in my life where I was knocked down both personally and in my business life.  Feeling sorry for yourself, or blaming others or circumstances isn’t the answer. Don’t beat yourself up either. We have the tendency of making the situation far worse than what it actually is.

I know that it is hard to be strong, especially when the challenge seems so insurmountable. We can feel so overwhelmed at this point! The key is to pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and remain positive. Think about all of the things that you are grateful for, think about the “rights” in your life. Give yourself an attitude check and move on.

Challenges that seem so tough to get through, set the stage for a life that is so magnificent and fulfilling. Imagine all of the wonders of life that you experience daily. Look at everything that life has in store for you, no matter what your age.

Maintaining a positive attitude is a choice. Life throws us curve balls, but it is how you react that makes a difference. We have our freedom. Freedom to make every moment count, and a choice to make a positive life that will bring value and leave an impact on those around us.

A positive life matters. Live yours to the fullest!

How do you feel when someone asks you if you are up for a challenge? Are you excited about the possibilities, or do you just say no what and want to run and hide?

Don’t worry about how difficult it can be, but rather focus on how you can unleash your creativity to meet the challenge. You might just have some fun doing it.

What happens when you get stalled, or run into a road block?  Step back and look at the situation.  Try getting a fresh perspective. Examine your thoughts, feelings, knowledge, preferences and experiences. Re-ignite your creativity from your own perspective and not from the perspective of others.

Don’t let habits rule. Try stepping outside of the box to examine things that have not been tried in the past. Don’t be afraid of failure, go for the experience.

Life is all about creating. Savor the experience and the journey, try new things, visit new places, meet new people.  You will never life up to a challenge if you never try. Be the person that God created you to be!

We love our pets, and if you are like me, you will do anything to make them feel better and be happier. Nothing breaks my heart more then seeing my dog scratch her ears and shake her head.

Since discovering the natural wonders of using pure essential oils,  I went on to discover that using therapeutic grade oils can be the safe alternative to costly and potentially dangerous alternatives.

What are Ear Mites?

Common in both cats and dogs, ear mites are crab-like parasites that live on the surface of the skin in ear canals, the head, and even the bodies of your pet.
They feed on tissue debris. The secretions of the ear mites often look like black specs, similar to coffee grounds.

As the ear mites feed or move about the ear canal, severe irritation and inflammation occurs. While commonly in the ears, other areas that can be infected include the tail, neck, and back.

Being very common on young pets,  the ear mite infestation is extremely contagious and frequently spreads to other pets in your household. They seldom infest humans.

What Essential Oils Should I Use for Ear Mites?

Try the following recipe:

2 drops Young Living Purfication Essential Oil
1 drop Young Living Peppermint Essential Oil
1 Tsp. V-6 Massage Oil

Blend together. Dip a cotton ball into the mixture and rub just inside of the ear.
If you notice any inflammation, you can add 1 -2 drops of Young Living Lavender Essential Oil to the mixture. DO NOT GO DEEP INTO THE EAR!
Apply 2-3 times per day until the ear mite problem disappears.  Treatment time can be as long as 4 weeks, as you will need to eliminate any eggs that may have hatched.

Ear mites can hide in your pets bedding, and on their backs and tail areas.  Here is another recipe to use to help you pet stay mite free and smell fresh:

2 drops Young Living Palo Santo Essential Oil mixed with your favorite pet shampoo. Lather up for 10-20 minutes, giving sufficient time for the mites, as well as any fleas and ticks to flee!!

4 drops Young Living Purification Oil
4 drops Young Living Lavender Oil
1 drop Young Living Peppermint Oil

Mix into a 2 oz spray bottle with distilled water. Mist your beds bedding and tail area.

Keep in mind that various remedies react and work differently with different pets.  ”These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. Products and techniques mentioned are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.” Information provided here is not intended to replace proper medical help. Consult with a health care professional of your choice.

We hope that you have enjoyed the practical use of the oils provided by nature. Please share with me any success stories. I would love to hear from you!