Carpe diem

A new dawn
A new day
Sometimes we forget to look up,look around,
and appreciate the amazing gifts of life that are free,for everyone.
Seize the day,and love your life

Where is the Love?

                           
Do you sometimes feel like you've lost that loving feeling?
How about if we realise that love is never lost,but is always here. Maybe  by remembering,refocussing,rediscovering,reclaiming,restoring and receiving we can replenish ourselves?Maybe only then can we give,from an overflowing, loving and joyful place.
Think of it as a quest.
Like being on holiday.
Finding joy everywhere in nature,in situations,in people,and most vitally,within.

Catch the Sparkle

Wherever you are,whatever the weather,whatever the circumstances,catch the sparkle :-)

Gratitude

Who and what are you thankful for today?

Selfcare

Be yourself...everyone else is taken,so the saying goes.So how do you get back to yourself,if you've been giving too much of your energy to others?
At a sanctuary and spa, every day is dedicated to selfcare, and healing of body mind and emotions, so we can continue to celebrate life,and come together to help others.
When I'm not spending time at a  sanctuary or spa,

I've had to designate one day every week to making sure I'm looking after myself.Why?Because we can be so focussed on helping others that we tend to overlook our own needs sometimes.And that doesn't help anyone.
So it's usually Sunday,or every 7 days,or when I really feel the need.What do I do?Nothing.This is my "being" day,when I fill up my cup,nurture myself,give myself what I want.Sometimes doing a quick bodyscan is needed,to find out which part of me is crying out for healing and attention.

Meditation twice a day,preferably out in nature,REALLY helps,weather permitting.
And Balancing the Elements is an essential practice for me,which I mentioned in the "Overcoming Jetlag" post,along with Barefoot Bliss.So if I've had a busy week,then I'll review which of the elements I need to connect with the most to get back in to balance.And I'll do that.Not just think about it,but do it to BE connected,and to feel healed,whole and healthy.
If I'm asked to go somewhere on a selfcare day,I'll only go if I'm sure I'm going to feel better in the doing of it.It's wonderful to be able to do what we love wholeheartedly.
Some cultures

like to keep it simple by recommending sleep and water,for healing and selfcare.I LOVE this!Sometimes we make our lives so complicated.
Preventative medicine is preferable to handing over responsibility for our health to doctors,skilled as they are.Our bodies are miracles of nature,and looking after them is an essential practice.
To your good health and happiness!

Solstice support

Using the time around the solstice and equinox dates (21st) every 3 months is a balanced way to maintain and update clothing and footwear choices at the beginning of a new season.
It's a good opportunity to discover what needs renewing,replacing and recycling.
A few days of focussed action around this time can help you feel confident that you're in charge of the way you look and feel in the months to come.
And that,my friends,is one way to feel happy and on top of your game.

Revitalising

Have you ever listened to well-meaning advice from a friend that didn't work for you?
This summer I stopped a healthy habit for a month. No fresh juices. The result? My physical systems began to suffer, and my thinking processes began to spiral into negativity.
Today I reclaimed my life by making a fresh carrot apple lemon and ginger juice.
Have you dropped a healthy habit recently?
Pick it back up,reclaim it now,and you'll be a happier person.
To your joy,and good health!