Are You Ready For The Bugs This Spring & Summer? | Weekly Drops of Wisdom

TerraShield is my family’s favorite blend for the summer. We spend a lot of time outside and this is the magic that wards off any insects that want to join our summer festivities. This oil is safe for everyone in
your family and can even help your garden flourish by giving it a protective barrier. We even use TerraShield in the diffuser outside on the deck to keep the bugs away!!! 

TerraShield has recently been updated to include Tamanu oil which not only provided extra benefits for your use but is positively impacting families in Madagascar through dōTERRA’s Cō-Impact Sourcing. This blend can be diffused or applied topically using the TerraShield Spray to provide a defense against the annoyances of outdoor activities. 

  • Diffuse TerraShield to protect you from insects during your summer barbeque
  • Apply to kid’s arms and legs to help them get the most out of their summer vacation
  • To focus on experiencing nature instead of avoiding it, apply TerraShield before a hike
  • Apply topically or place on aromatherapy jewelry while camping or on a fishing trip
  • Acts as an effective insect repellent
  • Helps ward off insects
  • Don’t let Mosquitos ruin your outdoor experience, use TerraShield

Learn more about this blend by clicking

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here to read more about the spray. 

How have you used it to keep your family protected?

 

Did You Know Our Gut Health Affects Our Emotions!

“Scientists link gut bacteria to anxiety disorders”

​I am an example of how getting control of your gut health can change your life. Emotionally and in my case also physically! Feeling so much better than I have in a very long time! What’s really cool is I still have a lot to learn and I find that SO fascinating! 

Did you know that kids who have had multiple prescriptions at a young age could have a wide range of negative behaviour and health issues. Scary! 

With the amount of young people who are suffering from depression, anxiety and other mental health illnesses and the way many of us eat, can you begin to see the link? 

One thing we have changed in our home is processed food. In the past we didn’t eat it often however would still “indulge” in chicken fingers, fries, meatballs, stuffed this and stuffed that. Really “good” things as a treat. Then we began renovations and this was becoming much more often. We’ve changed that by investing in a beautiful low oil use deep fryer to make home made fries.  We are planning better and even with “quick” meals we aim to keep them as healthy as we can. 

I’m noticing a healthy shift in our family with this change. Positive movement forward all while still enjoying some indulgences… Like cheesecake and wine on mothers day 😍

Read more about how “Scientists link gut bacteria to anxiety disorders”  http://shr.gs/CV2lKlb

One of the supplements I now take daily along with my vitamins, minerals and omega is our TerraZyme! I’ve found that by taking this supplement I am now able to eat out the odd time at restaurants and not have ill digestive effects afterwards. I have however, personally chosen to stay away from “fast food” restaurants to more positively support my nutrition and body. Anyone who has had digestive issues, IBS etc will completely understand why 😣! 

DigestZen TerraZyme is a proprietary blend of 10 active whole-food enzymes that are often deficient in cooked, processed, and preservative-laden foods. DigestZen TerraZyme includes a variety of whole-food enzymes that help with digestion of proteins, fats, complex carbohydrates, sugars, fiber, and other food nutrients.* It also supports optimal health by promoting more efficient digestion of food nutrients and by reducing the demand for internal production of digestive nutrients, thus freeing resources for optimal levels of metabolic enzyme production and activity.* Product Spotlight: DigestZen TerraZyme® Digestive Enzyme Complex (Source)

  • Delivers a balanced and comprehensive blend of digestive enzymes to support normal digestive processes*
  • Take Terrazyme with you while traveling and trying new restaurants to make sure stomach upset doesn’t slow you down*
  • Take Terrazyme daily to support and enhance your body’s natural digestive processes*
  • Terrazyme will help you enjoy the benefits of a healthy diet by helping to ensure that your body gets the nutrients it needs*
  • Supports healthy digestion and metabolism of enzyme-deficient, processed foods
  • Speeds conversion of food nutrients to cellular energy
  • Promotes gastrointestinal comfort and food tolerance
  • Supports healthy production of metabolic enzymes

DigestZen TerraZyme can be taken daily with meals, as needed. Depending on what type of meal you are eating, you can adjust the dose. For a more hearty meal with more fat or foods that are enzyme deficient, take up to 3 capsules. For lighter meals, such as a salad or fresh foods, you may only need 1 capsule.
(Source http://www.doterra.com)

If you would like more information please reach out I would love to help support you! These supplements are only $39.75usd wholesale for 90 capsules and are worth every penny!!! 😄 There is still 2 weeks left in May to receive 50 points for FREE in the month of May!!! Please click on Contact Me above! 

Embrace The Celebration That You Are!

Change can happen in so many ways – physical, emotional, our home, our lifestyle, learning, education, work and the list goes on and on… this mothers day became something more for me.

My children came into our bedroom and told me I was to stay in bed and not get out! They took my breakfast order, cooked it and served it completely by themselves! It was incredibly relaxing. Hubby had to leave for an emergency call, so they literally made breakfast completely by themselves. Bacon, Eggs and Toast! They worked together and I didn’t hear one disagreement. <3

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I literally spent the entire morning in bed. The ENTIRE morning. The kids completely looked after themselves – and me! Hubby came home from work and got to mudding the new kitchen drywall and I still was in bed. It was wonderful. I got caught up on some of my favourite shows while completely relaxing. I watched before and after renovation shows on my pvr while my hubby was making one in our new kitchen ;)

We celebrated with family. Mom and both grama’s. Always remembering Jaz’s mom, not just today, but everyday <3. We gathered and laughed, ate amazing food and indulged in some fabulous home made desserts. It was a really amazing day on so many levels – I hope your’s was too!

We captured some photos when at Mom and Dads.

 

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My tribe.  My family. The man who helped make me a mother. Our two beautiful little miracles. I hope your day was everything you hope for… but SO much better. 

We can sometimes have visions of what ‘should be’ and at times when things don’t feel like they are going that way it’s disheartening.  But what if we were meant for so much more than what we were thinking of. It happened to me today… pretty incredible! 

My siblings and mom. I am SO thankful for every single one of you. <3 20170514-IMG_0454-YLAAE-WM

Today is a special day. Embrace the celebration that you are! As a grandmother, mom, aunt or friend the role you play in a childs life is more important than you know. The role you play in my life has been an integral part of who I am. I am so grateful for that, for you. For all of you.

A Real Mom

Emotional, yet the rock. Tired, but keeps going.
Worried, but full of love. Impatient, yet patient.
Overwhelmed, but never quits. Amazing, even though doubted.
Wonderful, even in the chaos. Life changer, every single day.

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Where Do I Begin?

I get asked all the time – where do I begin? What would you recommend?

Making any sort of change in life can be challenging especially when its something new! Especially as moms, why are we so hard on ourselves sometimes or why do we put our own self care as last on the list… This is where I truly believe education is key!

Honestly… these are the best options I would recommend for anyone wanting to make a shift towards natural health. You can take baby steps or jump right in – whatever is right for YOU! Check out the available kits and savings below with ordering info at the bottom of this post! Thanks for joining us ;)

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Each kit includes immediate savings – yay! The wholesale membership fee is waived AND there are additional savings on the products in the kit prices!

The TOP 10 FAMILY ESSENTIALS and TOP 10 HOME ESSENTIALS both include the following oils:

Lavender, Lemon, Peppermint, Melaleuca, Oregano, Frankincense, Deep Blue® (5ml), doTERRA Breathe®, DigestZen®, doTERRA On Guard®

The Family Essentials Kit is 5 mL bottles and the Home Essentials Kit is 15ml bottles and Deep Blue in a 5ml.

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The AROMATOUCH DIFFUSED KIT is one of our newest ones and admittedly a new FAV of mine ;)  This kit includes:

AromaTouch Kit: (5 mL bottles) doTERRA Balance, Lavender, Melaleuca, doTERRA On Guard, AromaTouch, Deep Blue, Wild Orange, Peppermint

Other Products: Fractionated Coconut Oil (4 oz), Petal Diffuser, Wellness Advocate Introductory Packet

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The NATURAL SOLUTIONS KIT is my next FAV and one I highly recommend to anyone wanting to make a true shift in their life towards natural health! With this investment you receive a little bit of everything!

Experience the power of doTERRA essential oils and products through the Natural Solutions Enrollment Kit. This kit is a perfect companion to assist with healthy living goals and to help boost vitality.*

Essential Oils:
10 mL bottles: PastTense®

15 mL bottles: Lavender, Lemon, Peppermint, doTERRA On Guard®, Frankincense, Melaleuca, Wild Orange, doTERRA Balance®, DigestZen®, AromaTouch®, doTERRA Serenity®, doTERRA Breathe®

doTERRA On Guard® Collection: doTERRA On Guard Beadlets, doTERRA On Guard Toothpaste, doTERRA On Guard Hand Wash with 2 Dispensers

Other Products: doTERRA Lifelong Vitality Pack®, DigestZen TerraZyme®, Deep Blue® Rub, Fractionated Coconut Oil (4 oz), Aroma Lite Diffuser, Wooden Box,  doTERRA Breathe® Vapor Stick,  Correct-X®, PB Assist®+, doTERRA Salon Essentials® Protecting Shampoo, doTERRA Salon Essentials® Smoothing Conditioner, Wellness Advocate Introductory Packet

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Before you wonder… ok thats all great but what do I do with all these oils?!

Education is Key!

  • My Top 12 doTERRA Essential Oils is a resource on my website which outlines the various ways to use what I consider my Top 12!
  • I offer in person or online classes to educate on the safe and effective use of the oils.
  • Support with hints, tips, promotions, recipes and more!
  • Facebook group for education, questions, support etc!
  • In person and online team training – available all the time and on-going
  • Personal support for questions etc
  • Access to promotions, prizes and bonuses
  • You gain a friend in me for life!

If you are ready to take the step towards natural health I would love to be the leader you choose to be mentored by! My own health has been dramatically changed for the positive and improved with the introduction of doTERRA Essential Oils, Supplements and Natural Health Products and I know yours will be too!

Whether you want to take baby steps or jump right in – I am here to support YOU on your journey! <3

Please reach out with questions or if you may be interested in possibly getting your oils for free! I value all of my customers and their needs.

How To Order?! You can connect with me via Email, Phone or Facebook and I can input your first order for you to get you all set up. OR if you want to get on it now… Awesome here are instructions how you order yourself!

Want to just place your order and save 25% – Sweet – its honestly the best way to save money and boost your health… Lets get you started HERE!  

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Thank you and welcome to team Your Life As Art Essentials. 💞

Truth, Confident Speech, Love and Trust | Diffuser Blend 

Following my intuition I selected Frankincense, Spearmint and Geranium for our diffuser blend this evening! 

We had contractors in working at the house again today, hubby has been busy with wall removal the past two days and the dust is slowly (quickly at moments) making its way eeeeevvvvveeeerrrrryyy where 😉. 

These renos are already SO worth it. I am incredibly happy with our decisions and I am reminded every single day of how when you believe it, plan it and set that intention/goal along with doing the work – things happen! So believe it in your heart if you truly set your heart to something you CAN make it happen! 

This evenings diffuser blend… Frankincense, Spearmint and Geranium. For honestly the first time ever in my life, these past few months I’ve been drawn to Geranium. I’ve also been working at bursting through some of my own limiting beliefs, the art of ‘letting go’, healing some emotional wounds of the past and becoming a much stronger, more determined and goal oriented woman, who is also a better mom and wife as well! 

Frankincese is The Oil of Truth

Frankincense reveals deceptions and false truths. It invites individuals to let go of their lower vibrations, lies, deceptions and negativity. 


Spearmint is The Oil of Confident Speech

Spearmint inspires clarity of thought and confident verbal expression. The individual in need of Spearmint may hide their thoughts, opinions and ideas by withholding their voice. Spearmint encourages inner clarity about one’s personal convictions and opinions. It then assists individuals in translating that inner clarity to words.   

Geranium is The Oil of Love and Trust! 

Geranium restores confidence in the innate goodness of others and the world. It facilitates trust, especially when an individual has lost trust in others due to difficult life circumstances. When there has been a loss of trust in relationships, geranium encourages emotional honesty, love and forgiveness. It fosters receptivity to human love and connection! 

Give these oils a try in your diffuser! Let me know what you think! 

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Weekly Drops of Wisdom – Gardening!

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As we all know, spring is the season for gardening. If you’re like me and thought that gardening was just putting seeds in the ground, you might find this article interesting. It seems there is much more to it than just having good dirt and water to grow your plants. dōTERRA has 8 Tips for Starting Your Own Organic Garden that make the process much friendly for those who have yet to develop the green thumb. What tips and tricks have you discovered that made your garden flourish?

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Enjoy this Gardener’s Hand Soap Recipe! 
Planting and maintaing your own garden has many benefits; however, the dirt-stained hands you get from gardening are far from ideal. This easy-to-make Gardener’s Hand Soap exfoliates, cleanses, and moisturizes all in one use!

Ingredients:

1/2 cup white sugar
3 tablespoons liquid castile soap
1 teaspoon almond oil
7 drops Clary Sage
5 drops of Melaleuca

Directions:

  1. In a small bowl, add all ingredients and stir until smooth and combined.
  2. Pour into air-tight container and keep next to sink for easy use.
  3. To use, grab a handful of soap and scrub at your dirt-covered hands. After you’re done, your hands will be clean, soft, and exfoliated.

– See more at: https://doterra.com/US/en/gardener-hand-soap#sthash.2vLEJzuc.dpuf

Let Your Kids Shine With Simple Living!

About a month ago after the kids went  to bed, I was sitting and reflecting on a LOT in life. Thinking of how living simple truly is THE best way to live and has been one of the best decisions in our lives to make.

Life isn’t perfect, day’s go for a complete shit and turn upside down. But above all I know my vision in life and where I am ultimately needed to show up.

As children its easy, far too easy to have our passion deflated or pushed to the side. Ive caught myself on numerous occasions when my children were experiencing life and being IN the moment, to tell them to calm down. But it was really in my mind that needed the calming. I caught myself that evening as the kids were happily (and loudly) playing together in the living room when I yelled for them to calm down. Its what happened next that hit my heart hard… that happiness, excitement that was filling my living room abruptly stopped to a complete hault and I could see the sadness in their eyes as they simply dropped to the couch and sat in silence.

I am raising two children very much like myself. Loving, caring, sensitive… Awesome, except for the fact that too much time can be wasted worrying what others think or getting caught up in what “should happen”. We all deserve to be respected and happy. We all deserve to live OUR own happy life. We deserve to be respected and loved. Our children deserve to be children, to move, to show their emotions, to be given the opportunity to let their own personalities develop and shine through!

When we love ourselves completely and unconditionally we move mountains. We are also better parents to our kids by showing them, that we and them, can be whatever and whoever we want to BE!

Being mindful, which is caring and compassionate, thinking of ourselves in someone elses shoes. Understanding. For children to know that they are not alone and everyone experiences and learns in life in many different ways –  in a way thats familiar and comfortable to them. That everyone makes mistakes and sometimes life is just so damn frustrating – even for adults!

At all ages, with each stage we progress to and become confident with, our hearts and minds expand. Our compassion for one another grows and the good people we once were, becomes great and unbelievable people.

To wish for a perfect life is complete fantasy, to wish for a real happy life… that is reality! Everyday isn’t roses, but its memories being made and lessons being learned. If someone has a good heart, is loving, caring and open its worth a million bucks!

For me, living simple is very much all of this. Being happy, being true to ourselves and our individual personalities, recognizing that we are all different and we all have different needs, simply making time for US and not filling our home with “stuff” which doesn’t necessarily represent us and actually is quite overwhelming and stressful! Reaching for our dreams, living healthy, happy and empowering our children to do the same <3

Let your kids shine – let their true personalities show and fill their bucket with all the amazing-ness that they are!

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Escape To The Beach To Re-Charge Your Brain & Body!

The beach and our family cottage truly is my “happy place”. Even just spending an hour there my brain and body is completely relaxed and at ease.
Personally I find the fresh air and water incredibly relaxing. My creative juices get flowing and this is where I take the majority of my photograph’s during the Spring and Summer months! We explore as a family or simply kick back and relax taking in the peace and quiet and being one with nature or reconnecting with family and friends.
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According to scientists, visiting the beach can change your brain in an incredible way!

That incredible feeling of peace and calmness that you experience at the beach is now being referred to as “blue space.” That’s what scientists have dubbed the effect that the combination of soothing smells and sounds of water have on your brain. The blue space is enough to make you feel at ease in a hypnotic sort of way.

When you notice how relaxed you feel at the beach, it’s not just all in your head. Science says that it’s a change in the way your brain reacts to its environment leaving you feeling happy, relaxed and reenergized.

Overall, this blue space effects you in four different ways.

  1. Going to the beach reduces stress. 
  2. The beach boosts your creativity. 
  3. Going to the beach can reduce feelings of depression.
  4. Overall, spending time at the beach will change your perspective on life. 

(Source – http://shareably.net/visiting-the-beach/?utm_source=hcr&utm_medium=facebook&utm_campaign=positive)

How does this scientifically boost our moods?

1. Your brain’s prefrontal cortex is activated. The prefrontal cortex, an area of the brain associated with emotion and self-refection (as well as other functions) has been shown to be engaged when ocean sounds are played.

2. Ocean waves generate negative ions. The peaceful feeling we get at the beach could be a result of molecular changes that are happening in our bodies. The ocean’s waves produce negative ions. Negative ions accelerate our bodies ability to absorb oxygen. They also balance levels of serotonin; a chemical produced by the body that is related to mood and stress.

3. Your stress hormone cortisol level would be lowered. The reason the beach has such a calming effect on us could be because of the sound the waves make. The sound of the ocean may have an even deeper emotional effect according to Batts. The noise of the ocean ““probably triggers deep memories or feelings of relaxation and safety.

4. The flat ocean’s surface calms you. The flat plane of the ocean’s surface may also give us a sense of security and safety. Neuroscientist Michael Merzenich says that humans feel safe when they are in places that are not complex.

(Source – http://www.lifehack.org/408837/science-explains-how-the-beach-can-change-our-brains-and-mental-health) 

Weekly Drops of Wisdom | TriEase

I have quite a few dōTERRA products I would consider to be essential in my collection but one I use with the changing of the seasons is the TriEase® Softgels Seasonal Blend.

TriEase is so helpful to take before heading to the garden, going on a family hike, or even just to the park while the trees are budding and the bees are buzzing. This blend has three of the most potent essential oils for a healthy respiratory function and protection against all the seasonal threats. Learn more about these wonderful softgels and check out dōTERRA’s Product Spotlight: TriEase® Softgels Seasonal Blend.

  • Take TriEase before gardening this spring
  • Take before going out to feed horses or cows
  • Use when hiking during Spring or Fall
  • Protects against seasonal and environmental elements*
  • Cleansing to the body’s systems*
  • Calming and balancing effects, internally and externally*
  • Promotes clear breathing and healthy respiratory functions*
  • TriEase helps you through changing seasons by protecting against environmental threats*
  • Taking TriEase daily during times of seasonal discomfort or to maintain clear breathing*

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Life. Abundance. Knowledge and Transition. Buoyant Heart. Integrity. | Diffuser Blend

This morning these were the oils I selected for our differ blend. I intuitively selected the oils and added in 2 drops of Lime, Wild Orange, Rosemary and Peppermint and 1 drop of Coriander.

This afternoon I put the same oils into the diffuser and spent some time reading up on the emotional traits of each of these oils. Incredibly fascinating!
Lime – The Oil Of The Zest For Life
LIme imbues the soul with a zest for life. When an individual has been weighed down by discouragement or grief, Lime elevates them above the mire. It instills courage and cheer in the heart and reminds them to be grateful for the gift of life. Lime cleanses the heart, especially when there has been an accumulation of emotional toxins. Positive Properties of courage, emotionally safe, engaged, revitalized, grateful for the gift of life, determined.

Wild Orange – The Oil Of Abundance
Wild Orange addresses a wide variety of emotional issues. It inspires abundance, fosters creativity, supports a positive mood, restores physical energy and aids in transitions. Wild Orange also reconnects individuals with their inner child and brings spontaneity, fun, joy and play into one’s life. Positive Properties of abundant, humorous, playful, generous, spontaneous, creative and enjoying life.

Rosemary – The Oil of Knowledge and Transition
Rosemary assists in the development of true knowledge and true intellect. It teaches that one can be instructed from a far greater space of understanding than the human mind. It challenges individuals to look deeper than they normally would and ask more soul-searching questions so that they may receive more inspired answers. Positive Properties of mental clarity, knowledgeable, teachable, inspired and open to new experiences.

Peppermint – The Oil of a Buoyant Heart
Peppermint brings joy and buoyancy to the heart and soul. It invigorates body, mind and spirit and reminds individuals that life can be happy and there is nothing to fear. It lifts an individual out of their emotional trials for a short reprieve. With peppermint you may feel as though you are gliding through life. It assists in staying on the surface of emotional issues like a water skiier on a lake. Positive Properties of buoyant, optimistic, clear, relieved, renewed and strength to face emotional pain.

Coriander – The Oil Of Integrity
Coriander is the oil of integrity, specifically integrity with one’s self. The person in need of Coriander oil may be trapped in a cycle of serving others while neglecting their own needs. Often the mind’s perspective of the “right” way is too limited and seen from only one perspective. Positive Properties of being true to self, inner-guidance, integrity and unique.

There is a reason for why everything happens, coincidentally hubby and I just made a pretty significant decision for us and our family just the other night. I love how my body was drawn to these oils as they all are emotionally supportive in the decision we just made. 💖

Are you possibly going through something emotionally that your body needs support to release? I honestly believe, with all my heart if we sat down together we would find the exact oils you need, at this time to emotionally support your body! Yes these oils are simply amazing!  💖

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