Life at its Best

I received this Facebook message from a friend earlier today:

"I don't know if you know of my obsession with Jason Mraz... but... This song reminded me of you for a couple reasons -- it overall just tends to make you feel good, but it also has a good message I think and seems like something you'd enjoy so I thought I'd share :-)

And I think you can take "back to the Earth" in several ways - including how we fuel our bodies, so I thought of you!"

After listening to it a few times I am reminded of how I need to live a simpler life; especially when I get overwhelmed. How about you? We tend to take the little things for granted and are so caught up in our phones, gadgets, social media, and our material "things" that we sometimes miss the beauty and people around us! This includes getting back in tune with nature and eating foods from the Earth!

Think about what you can cut out of your life to make it more peaceful. You may need to scale back on your responsibilities and the activities you are involved in and sell or donate items in your home. Be sure to take some time for yourself to sit quietly, clear you head, and breathe! And don't forget to shop local! :-)

Copyright, 2014, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutrition and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.

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Last night at church the sermon was about choosing happiness and finding your life purpose- right up my alley! One of our purposes as Christians is to lead people to Christ. I just wanted to thank Michael White for taking a chance on me 4 years ago and inviting me to Eagle Brook Church - SLP. This is one of the reasons I am still alive today and able to help others! It just takes one person to start a movement and one small step in the right direction to change your whole life around!

This recipe has just three ingredients that you probably already have in your home. It can be used to spray on linens, shoes, garbage cans, diaper pails or pretty much anywhere you want to eliminate odors!

Vodka or rubbing alcohol is used in this air freshener recipe as it dissipates quickly and doesn't leave a residue on furniture or upholstery. It also helps to clear odors from the air and fabrics.

It is also great for small spray bottles too. Keep it in the car to freshener the air on the go.

DIY Air Freshener

Ingredients:

1 cup filtered water
1/4 cup of vodka or rubbing alcohol
20 drops of essential oils

Try these essential oils:

Lavender is soothing and balancing – great for bathrooms and closets
Lemon is refreshing – great for kitchens and bathrooms
Purification and Thieves (Young Living) are cleansing – great for closets, drawers, rooms with odor or smoke. Purification is also effective in repelling insects, while Thieves is effective in killing airborne bacteria.

Equipment & Tools:

Reusable spray bottle (glass is best)

Directions:

Fill spray bottle with water and alcohol.
Add essential oils and cover with spray nozzle.
Shake once or twice, then start using.

Copyright, 2014, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutrition and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.

www.optimumwellnessmn.com

Stress wreaks havoc on our health and life. I was surprised by how many symptoms there really are! If you are feeling sick your body is stressed.

50 Common Signs and Symptoms of Stress:

1. Frequent headaches, jaw clenching or pain

2. Gritting, grinding teeth

3. Stuttering or stammering

4. Tremors, trembling of lips, hands

5. Neck ache, back pain, muscle spasms

6. Light headedness, faintness, dizziness

7. Ringing, buzzing or “popping" sounds

8. Frequent blushing, sweating

9. Cold or sweaty hands, feet

10. Dry mouth, problems swallowing

11. Frequent colds, infections, herpes sores

12. Rashes, itching, hives, “goose bumps”

13. Unexplained or frequent “allergy” attacks

14. Heartburn, stomach pain, nausea

15. Excess belching, flatulence

16. Constipation, diarrhea, loss of control

17. Difficulty breathing, frequent sighing

18. Sudden attacks of life threatening panic

19. Chest pain, palpitations, rapid pulse

20. Frequent urination

21. Diminished sexual desire or performance

22. Excess anxiety, worry, guilt, nervousness

23. Increased anger, frustration, hostility

24. Depression, frequent or wild mood swings

25. Increased or decreased appetite

26. Insomnia, nightmares, disturbing dreams

27. Difficulty concentrating, racing thoughts

28. Trouble learning new information

29. Forgetfulness, disorganization, confusion

30. Difficulty in making decisions

31. Feeling overloaded or overwhelmed

32. Frequent crying spells or suicidal thoughts

33. Feelings of loneliness or worthlessness

34. Little interest in appearance, punctuality

35. Nervous habits, fidgeting, feet tapping

36. Increased frustration, irritability, edginess

37. Overreaction to petty annoyances

38. Increased number of minor accidents

39. Obsessive or compulsive behavior

40. Reduced work efficiency or productivity

41. Lies or excuses to cover up poor work

42. Rapid or mumbled speech

43. Excessive defensiveness or suspiciousness

44. Problems in communication, sharing

45. Social withdrawal and isolation

46. Constant tiredness, weakness, fatigue

47. Frequent use of over-the-counter drugs

48. Weight gain or loss without diet

49. Increased smoking, alcohol or drug use

50. Excessive gambling or impulse buying

http://www.stress.org/

What a crazy weekend! I traveled back to Iowa to see clients and was able to meet up with a good friend. Always fun catching up with her since we connect well on many levels! We ended up making toothpaste. LOL! (This a different recipe from the last batch I made)

Ingredients:

1 ½ TBSP bentonite clay (You may need to add 1 TBSP more during the summer because the coconut oil can get melty)

2 TBSP distilled water

1 TBSP coconut oil, melted

⅓ tsp Real Salt Sea Salt or FINE salt (If you have soft enamel or sensitive teeth you may want to skip this)

½ tsp baking soda (You could also double this in the summer if your coconut oil gets melty)

5-10 drops of Young Living Thieves Essential Oil

Mix all ingredients together and store in a small mason jar or glass container.

Bentonite Clay:

-Absorbs toxins and removes it from your body. It's actually nature's detox agent. People (and animals) ingest clay for an internal cleanse.

-Enhances gum repair

-Decreases cavities by increasing the remineralizing of the teeth.

-Full of nutrients and negatively charged ions that truly clean your teeth.

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