by bringmebliss | Mar 14, 2016 | Inspiration, Mind/Body
Choose to Let Go!
Let's first address your highest purpose. We all have a purpose. We were designed to learn, grow and share. When we grow into our full potential or as we are growing into our potential, we begin to share our gifts and talents with the world. Knowing your highest purpose is knowing yourself really well and what you want to give and achieve in the world.
But let's be honest, we often allow things, people and activities to suck our time KNOWING that it doesn't align with our goals or aspirations. Why do we do this? Well, we do it for a variety of reasons which could include feeling obligated, getting distracted, procrastinating, being in toxic relationships and so forth.
Now let's just say that we are actually AWARE that this is happening…that we KNOW we're being distracted or affected negatively by a person or people…and we're wondering how to retract from the behavior or company. It's not always easy – in fact it can be quite difficult sometimes – to withdraw from a relationship or change a behavior.
Today's MANTRA is an offering to support the conscious decision to move forward in life and do what's most important for your highest calling. While you may not have the answers right now as to HOW to make a change, this mantra will bring to your consciousness the awareness and a "calling to the universe", your desire for information and wisdom to make change happen.
Release means to get free from confinement, bondage, obligation or pain. It also means to get free from anything that restrains. Is there something or someone that is holding you back (restraining) from accomplishing your goals?
Now is the time to give yourself permission… loosen, dismiss, shake off that which is keeping you in bondage. Listen, it may not be a behavior or a person that holds you back. It could be you and something in your mind. Once you have an awareness of what it is, you can choose to liberate yourself – emancipate yourself – to be completely who you are and forge ahead, aligning with your highest self.
Sit still for a 5-10 minute meditation. Take this time to repeat today's mantra over and over, allowing it to sink deep into your heart. You will be surprised at how information or the support that you need will turn up when you least expect it long after this meditation. (Hopefully not too long!)
If you don't yet know your highest purpose, spend time alone, journal, pray and consider all that you are and want to be. Seek wisdom from the highest sources and work on this as it could very well change the course of your life and bring you more bliss than you can imagine.
by bringmebliss | Mar 11, 2016 | Nature's Way
Versatile fruit inspires and invigorates!
Many of us think that Lemon is the fruit that brings us lemonade and that wedges can be placed in your water at your favorite restaurants. This fruit produces an oil that is astounding in its character and versatility. Before we look at the uses of Lemon essential oil, let’s take a look at where the oil comes from and what makes it so great.
Unlike money, lemons do grow on trees. Its formal name is Citrus Limon and the oil is extracted from the rind of the fruit. Lemon oil has some great health benefits, but you might be surprised that it’s also a great de-greaser. Ever get gunk like tape on a table or door? A drop or two of lemon oil will take that right off!
Lemon Oil
- Cleanses and purifies the air and surfaces.
- Naturally cleanses the body and aids in digestion.*
- Supports healthy respiratory function.*
- Diffuse to promote a positive mood.
- Take internally to assist with seasonal respiratory discomfort.*
- Add Lemon oil to a spray bottle of water to clean tables, countertops and other surfaces.
- Lemon oil makes a great furniture polish; simply add a few drops to olive oil to clean, protect and shine wood finishes.
- Use a cloth soaked in Lemon oil to preserve and protect your leather furniture and other leather surfaces or garments.
- Lemon oil is a great remedy for the early stages of tarnish on silver and other metals.
- Put on rag to help remove stubborn, sticky residue off surfaces.
- Wash hands with Lemon oil to remove grease after changing your oil.
- To increase mood, inhale directly or diffuse aromatically with Rosemary (or by itself).
- Clean your yoga mat with a spray bottle infused with Lemon essential oil.
Lemon is the Oil of Focus
It nourishes the mind and aids in concentration. It may be helpful with learning disorders. It clears self-judgments. Emotionally, it inspires a natural playfulness and buoyancy in the heart. Lemon also releases feelings of self-doubt and sadness by restoring feelings of joy and happiness. It inspires joyful living in the present moment by infusing the soul with energy, confidence and alertness. This is a great oil for aromatherapy!
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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
by bringmebliss | Mar 7, 2016 | Inspiration, Mind/Body
Mantra – a word or phrase repeated out loud or in your mind which helps to manifest more peace and tranquility plus wisdom and guidance
Pray – to offer devout petition, praise, thanks, etc. (to God or an object of worship)
Divine – a supreme being (God)
Wisdom – knowledge of what is true or right coupled with correct judgment as to action, discernment or insight
Our Monday Mantra is designed to inspire you to take action for more peaceful living. It is easy to sit for a short period of time and do this. You don't have to make it a 30 minute meditation…just give it a few minutes. Today's mantra is to be said in the present tense, like…"I'm asking now God!"
Do you ever need advice? Do you ever wonder if you are thinking the right things, saying the right things or doing the right things? I like to bounce things off of my friends, but I usually pray first. If I don't sense an answer right away (and need one right away), I will go to those who I know spend time in prayer…so I know they are seeking wisdom and not just telling me things I want to hear. I want DIVINE wisdom.
Some people will tell you that you already have all the answers in your heart, mind, or head; however, if you tend to do things your own way all the time and you think you have control and all the answers, you are probably not able to connect with the divine source of knowledge within. Answers come from allowing full knowledge and truth to be forefront in your life. Answers and truth have a divine source – the place of wisdom.
So enjoy this mantra today. Allow it to open your heart to seek more from God and from life!
by bringmebliss | Mar 3, 2016 | Nature's Way
The Oil of Self Acceptance
Bergamot essential oil comes from the Bergamot orange which is an inedible citrus fruit that looks more like a greenish lemon than it does an orange. Bring Me Bliss loves this oil!
The oil is cold pressed from the rind of the fruit. One of my very favorite oils, it is uplifting and refreshing.
Common Aromatherapy Uses for Bergamot
- Calming and soothing aroma.
- Frequently used in massage therapy for its calming benefits.
- Diffuse in the classroom, at work or at home when stress levels or tension is high.
- Apply to the skin while showering and inhale deeply to experience its calming aroma while enjoying its purifying skin benefits.
- Apply to the feet before bedtime for a sense of calm and harmony.
- Add one to two drops to your next DIY skin care cleanser.
- Mixes well with Lavender, Patchouli, Lime and Arborvitae.
- Diffuse for a sense of self confidence.
NOT JUST AROMATHERAPY! Did you know that Bergamot is added to tea to make it Earl Grey tea?
Repeated use may result in extreme contact sensitization. Avoid direct sunlight or ultraviolet light for up to 72 hours after use.
Not all Essential Oils are Created Equal
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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
by bringmebliss | Feb 29, 2016 | Mind/Body, Self-Care Strategies
Today's mantra is fuller than you might expect when you start to define these three simple words. I like to use them together as a reminder to take care of myself on a daily basis.
Some of the definitions of Relax mean to make less tense, rigid or firm…to make lax, to diminsh the force of something. I like to think of relaxing as bringing relief from the effects of tension, anxiety and stress. One way to relax is to reduce or stop working at least for a little while. Rest and recreation can bring relaxation. Allow yourself to let go of inhibition, worry and tension. The Latin root of the word is relaxáre, meaning to stretch out again – to loosen, slacken.
To Refresh means to provide new vigor and energy by resting, eating well and drinking plenty of water. You could also think of the word reinvigorate.
To Renew means to begin or take up again, to restore or replenish. Revive, recover and restore to a former state or make new again all help to define what it means to "Renew".
So today, allow these words to seep into your consciousness for a little while – long enough so that you will begin to (maybe even subconsciously) start doing things that will help you find some restoration. It's always nice to feel as if you've rested – like after a good night's sleep. Sometimes you need to replenish the energy you've used up so you can re-charge and get on with your day or week.
Say it now…Refresh, Relax, Renew.
