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Hi <<First Name>>

As the year comes to a close and things start to slow down I often feel the urge to start sorting through things, organising stuff, making space and it happens like this every year

Maybe its got something to do with the fact that I cant get some of my cupboards or drawers shut any more!!!!! But whatever the reason I just have the need to start decluttering.

There are many benefits in decluttering your life but this is not always an easy thing to do. Looking for ways to make this easier I read an interesting article about a guy who decluttered his life by playing a simple game.

The 30 day game was designed by the Minimalists and what I really liked about this was is takes some of the stress out of decluttering so by the end you will have moved 500 items out of your house without a huge amount of effort. This also gives you a place to start which can often be the biggest challenge.

Very simply:

Day 1: Trash, donate or sell one item
Day 2: Trash, donate or sell two items
Day 3: Trash, donate or sell three items

then follow the pattern for 30 days.

Sounds easy, right. Also when you start to feel a change in your physical space your mental space also changes and you consider what else can I declutter in my life. So guess what I am going to doing over the next 30 days!

The youtube video this week is my newest Christmas Bedtime Story called Ruby the Reindeer designed to promote sleep and suitable for kids of all ages.

The essential oil I have chosen today is Aborvitae, the oil of divine grace. It's one of my favourites and a wonderful oil to help when decluttering get too hard.

I would like to take this opportunity to wish you, all my readers, clients and friends a merry christmas and a new year full of joy, good health and success.

If you need to get in contact re any kind of emotional issue I am only a phone call away 0407744566 or email me at elaine@mindovermattertherapy.com.au

See you next time

A Christmas bedtime story for kids of all ages created to promote sleep and relaxation.

Aborvitae

This would be one of my favourite oils. I often use this oil if I find myself procrastinating or have that feeling of being "stuck". It helps me to refocus and clear my mind. I mainly use it in the diffuser and most often with other oils.

This is a recipe I have been using in the clinic recently that has had a lot of positive comments. 4 drops of Birch or White Fir, 4 drops of Aborvitae and 3 drips of Cederwood. Perfect oil to use when you start to declutter.

Description

Known as the “tree of life,” Arborvitae is majestic in size and abundant in unique benefits. Our arborvitae essential oil is sourced from the heartwood of the Thuja plicata tree. It is also known as Western Red Cedar and is native to North America (primarily Canada and the Northwestern United States). This unique source of arborvitae essential oil contains a distinct chemical profile and is uniquely concentrated in methyl thujate. The sourcing arrangements for this oil are done in an innovative, environmentally-responsible way through distillation of residual wood materials to ensure no trees are unnecessarily harvested for production. Native to Canada, all parts of the Arborvitae tree were used extensively by Native Americans for health benefits and for building vessels, totem poles, baskets, and clothing. Because of its natural preserving properties, Arborvitae prevents wood from rotting, which makes it popular in woodcraft and for preserving natural wood surfaces.

Uses

Add a few drops to a spray bottle with water and spray on surfaces or hands to protect against environmental threats.
Apply to wrists and ankles while hiking.
Diffuse to purify the air and to repel insects inside the home.
Mix 4 drops of Arborvitae essential oil and 2 drops of Lemon essential oil for a natural wood preservative and polish.
Use during meditation for a sense of peace and calm.

Directions for Use

Diffusion: Use three to four drops in the diffuser of your choice.
Topical use: Apply one to two drops to desired area. Dilute with doTERRA Fractionated Coconut Oil to minimize any skin sensitivity.

Cautions

Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas.

Hello, This is me chilling out. I have over 9 years experience as a Hypnotherapist, Psychotherapist and EFT Practitioner. Although I work with whatever comes up, I do specialise in anxiety, stress, phobias & weight loss & of course anything to do with kids. I really do have the expertise to help guide you through life’s challenges.

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