Today, I spent time in my sitting place & gratefully watched a pod of 12-15 Dolphins . In Indigenous culture, the Dolphin is associated with the human spirit. The lessons we can learn from the Dolphin; it shows that we, like the Dolphins, must have a balanced life. Outside the serious survival issues of life, we should take time to enjoy the simple things that are around us, such as family, the sun and the waves. On a more serious note, below the waves, the dolphins main issue is survival. It must hunt, nurture and feed its young and avoid... Continue reading

Allow your shoulders to drop, release the tension in your jaw. You might like to gently move your neck from side to side, to sit up and adjust your posture, or reach up your arms so that you can breathe more deeply into your lungs. Moments of peace are so important. And here is today’s Sea Soul Blessing for you - even amongst the challenges, the fear and the distancing, there is still so much that offers us a connection to awe. May you feel AWE To pause in awareness that water is anchored to earth, tides turn as the... Continue reading

Lavender's blue, dilly, dilly Lavender's green When I am king, dilly, dilly You shall be queen Lavender oil is believed to have antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, which can help to heal minor burns and bug bites. Research suggests that it may be useful for treating anxiety, insomnia, depression, and restlessness. Studies suggest it may help relieve stress, chronic pain, high blood pressure, and asthma. Whether you are trying to soothe skin irritation or merely nourish delicate skin, there are many uses of Lavender essential oil for skin. The soothing properties of Lavender essential oil have made it a popular option... Continue reading

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Preheat oven to 200 degrees Pan on high heat Add 2 large cloves garlic Add 1 chopped leek to pan & brown Add chopped mushrooms to pan Blend 200g oats with 500ml water & strain Add 1 chopped squash to pan Add finely chopped carrot Add pinch of salt Add a few sprigs of rosemary & thyme to pan Add bite size & finely chopped potatoes, add another pinch of salt Add lid to pan and simmer for 10 mins stirring occasionally Add oat milk to deglaze pan Once potatoes are almost cooked add the rest of the oat milk... Continue reading

(Shelley Beach, NSW, Australia) In brief - Sankalpa - a short positive statement, a resolve to change your life for the better, said in the present tense. Sankalpa is a positive resolve, a determination that one makes to improve their life. The sankalpa is a private statement that is mentally repeated at the havan and other yogic practices like yoga nidra. The statement is sacred and kept to oneself in order to contain its energy. A bit more from Swami Niranjan; Many people say it is a positive affirmation, a positive thought, but sankalpa is a process of training the... Continue reading

Used medicinally, Ylang Ylang Essential Oil effectively facilitates the healing of wounds, enhances the health of the nervous system, reduces the stress exerted on the nerves, balances blood pressure levels, and stabilizes the heart rate. Ylang Ylang Essential Oil, pronounced “Ee-lang Ee-lang,” receives its common name from the repetition of the Tagalog word “ilang,” meaning “wilderness,” which is where the tree is naturally found. The wilderness to which it is native or in which it is cultivated includes the tropical rainforests of the Philippines, Indonesia, Java, Sumatra, Comoro, and Polynesia. The Ylang Ylang tree, scientifically identified as the Cananga odorata... Continue reading

I made this little felt bird. To protect my dress & other clothing in the cupboard from moths, mold & silverfish, I popped a drop of Lavender Essential Oil onto the felt. Continue reading

Hōryū-ji is a Buddhist temple that was once one of the powerful Seven Great Temples, in Ikaruga, Nara Prefecture, Japan. It is the oldest wooden building in the world and it is made from the special & sacred Hinoki tree. Its full name is Hōryū Gakumonji, or Learning Temple of the Flourishing Law, the complex serves as both a seminary and monastery (Wikipedia). 1-1-1 Horyuji Sannai, Ikaruga, Ikoma District, Nara 636-0115, Japan Opened - 607 AD Hinoki Essential Oil is obtained from this sacred tree. Presently, doTERRA is offering Hinoki Oil. Due to it's sustainability & availability, this is a... Continue reading

Today, I’m taking a Yuzu Bath, known as yuzuyu, taken at the Winter Solstice, it’s a tradition that dates back to the 18th century & is still practised today because of the benefits for the body mind and spirit. Mix three drops of Yuzu, using a carrier oil, coconut milk & or 2 cups of Epsom salt before adding the blend to the bath water. This will help the oil disperse evenly across the water. Immerse & receive the gifts of Yuzu. Affirmation ~ today I choose my own path. Yuzu - uninhibited freedom, independence, truth. Continue reading

Giving back to Mother Earth, creating less waste, mending, making do & doing it myself... but not all by myself! Today, because I'm allowed a visitor to my home, my special guest & beautiful friend, Simone Lambert from Pure Essentials. We love doTERRA's Salon Essentials Root to Tip Serum product. It gives smooth, shiny hair and a healthy scalp, without weighing hair down. Obvs' because doTERRA use a silicon in their serum, our's is not going to be quite as light but it's so great because we did it ourselves! Hair Serum 40 mls Coconut Oil 25 mls Avocado Oil... Continue reading

You know when you go into a place & it's got that certain vibe? It's scrubbed clean, everything is polished & it has a sublime atmosphere that you just have to take in a big inhalation & exhalation & you just feel amazing? It might be a monastery, a cathedral, a temple, an ashram, an historical house... I try to replicate that in my home. This is how I do it. Continue reading

doTERRA pure essential oils are revolutionising the way families manage their health. We harness nature’s most powerful elements and teach people like you, how to use essential oils! In fact, it’s one of my most favourite things to do! My name is Katie, and my family and I have been using essential oils for over 20 years. My husband is a lover of the Oils. He makes his own Beard Oil, massage oils &, being a builder, he is a big lover of Ice Blue Athletic Rub. In our house, we’ve got a really practical approach to using oils. If... Continue reading

Personal Yoga Training Programmes - this is for those wanting focus on creating a supernatural lifestyle. This programme runs for 6 sessions, with a 90 day Wellness Plan. It involves the Wellness Consult plus several assessments based on your health and well-being & 5 private one on one yoga classes. Your program identifies your ambitions and needs for improved health and well-being so that you can live the beautiful life you've always wanted. The emphasis of this program is on assessing your needs and ambitions relating to five health based parameters: body composition, muscle strength, muscle endurance, muscle flexibility and... Continue reading

When the radiologist said to me in March 2019, “There are three shadows near your left breast that we would like to biopsy” my heart skipped a little beat. I knew that this was the ‘sign’ I’d been waiting for, the sign to seriously address what the f I had been doing with my life. Because of complications that radiologist called an ambulance. I was rushed to Emergency. When I got there I was triaged as an emergency within emergency. I’ve always been a big achiever but at the same time I’d been resting on my laurels in so many... Continue reading

Change always requires a little leap of faith. Change can come about in unusual ways. Read my story here. As a student, teacher and lover of health and well-being, I like to share my knowledge. If you want help to lead your best life, the life you've been wanting to create. I can help you with that. 1). Wellness Consults - these are a short private 30 to 60 minute session. Within the Wellness Consult session we discuss and work out your wellness priorities and goals. Remember that the definition of your health encompasses mental, physical, emotional and spiritual. It... Continue reading

To return to the sacred, to return to the source, I go back to you, the Mother. The Mother of creation, the Mother of all being, all knowing, omnipresent, omnipotent, omniscient. My life is dedicated to you. When I am in need, I turn to you. When I am crumbling, when everything is falling apart, I return to you. You are me. I go within for comfort. I sit and hold my hand & tell myself it's okay, that everything is going to be okay. You are our all. When we have gone too far you give us something with... Continue reading

Insomnia, can be one of those crazy symptoms of increased vata in the body. It affects the mind & the nervous system leaving it frazzled. Here today for my beautiful insomniac friends, a few tips from Vasant Lad, Ayurvedic extraordinaire. This is a beautiful routine I often give my slightly pitta/vata crazy husband, Dazla. He takes on a new persona when his vata is increased. Then I call him Razzle. Usually with an exclamation mark, "Razzle!" This, very simple program, is suited to most doshas & is a treat before bedtime for all ages. However, the meditation is only for... Continue reading

Hello my friends. How is everyone doing? We are scattered around the house doing different things. I'm in front of the fire with the laptop. Dazla has been in the garden & he is preserving most of the autumn produce. Bodhi is on his computer talking, playing & giggling with his friends. I can usually tell who is playing with depending on how much he is laughing. My teenage night owl 'wakes' at around 9pm chatting incessantly, talking, guffawing & laughing with her friends til after midnight. We had a good day yesterday visiting people, for the first time in... Continue reading

definition of cheer - to shout with joy, to give support or encourage Hands up, who needs cheer? I do, I need all of that right now! We are in week 6 or 7 of "Safe at home not stuck at home" & I do absolutely love it but I don't enjoy reading some of the news articles circulating. I stay well away from commercial news, conspiracy theorists etc but some of it is just down right depressing. So homeschooling goes like this, get up, move your body (compulsory dog walk for the children), a walk or run & a... Continue reading

I'm very pleased to be offering 3 types of essential oil sessions, my calendar is open for your booking pleasure. With both weekday and weekend availability, it would be my honour to offer you these classes. 1. Introductory Class – free This 90 minute class is aimed at beginners, and those yet to get their first oils. We cover what essential oils are, individually look at your health needs, provide solutions, the top 10 every home should have, how to use them for home and personal care, and the best value way to introduce them into your life. 2. Live... Continue reading

Have you thought about why we roll on our oils in certain locations? Emotions involve many systems in the body, including the brain, the sensory system, the endocrine/hormonal system, the autonomic nervous system, the immune system, and the release or inhibition of neurotransmitters (such as dopamine) in the brain. Essential oils and their components have the ability to affect each one of these systems, making them an effective tool for helping to balance emotions in the human body. . Desiree Mangandog, the author of the book,“I am Fabulous” blends for emotional well-being shares some incredible info. I've added my own... Continue reading

Cleansing our livers, in today's environment, is an awesome way to take care of your overall health. It's kinda like emptying your bin on your computer. It frees up space for more important things in your life. Here is what I'm doing this month. 2 drops Celery Seed Oil in my water twice a day Zendocrine Softgel once a day with lunch (in addition to Life Long Vitality, 1 Terrazyme, 1 Mito2Max) Nightly massage over liver area using a mix of Castor Oil, Coconut Oil + 5 drops of Zendocrine or Celery (alternating) Once a week taking 250mg of Niacin... Continue reading