Self Care 

The art of self care. It's a practiced discipline, and the more I learn about taking care of myself FIRST, the more I discover how much I've been lacking in this area. 

When we hear the term, 'self care,' I think our brains immediately jump to some version of self shaming, which is completely the opposite of what our bodies, minds, and emotions need. Until recently, when I began diving deeper into the whole idea of, 'taking care of myself before I do anything else,' my first reaction to self care was a regime of must's: 

* MUST exercise 

* MUST eat perfectly clean

* MUST maintain a perfected balance between work, family, and hobbies 

Sound familiar? Oh, you too, hmm? Well, it's good to know I'm not alone. 

It's Time To Change Your Mindset 

Now that we've established that we need a new perspective on self care, let's define what self care should be: 

---> SELF CARE: (My own paraphrasing here) Successfully putting your own well-being before tending to the needs and demands of others. 

Set Up Your Morning The Night Before 

When it comes to starting off on the right foot, your intentions and planning must happen the night before. Take ten to fifteen minutes to lay out a plan for your day. It should look something like this: 

Choose a time, earlier than normal, for when you will get out of bed. 

Select a cozy space somewhere in the house where you can settle with your morning routine.

Set out a few reading materials that support you spiritually, mentally, and emotionally, and even a journal and a favorite pen. 

Create a list of the three most important things you will accomplish for that day. Yes, only three. 

Set out your supplements, a few oils to help support feelings of calm and alertness, and a mug for your favorite warm drink. 

Make a plan to move your body, even if it's just light stretching, or yoga poses. 

Go to bed leaving enough time for a good night's sleep. 

Practice The Rule Of 10 

You have your list, you have your tools, and you're ready. So what's next? Practice spending ten minutes on each item, consistently. If you are able to give more time to each item, you can. At the very minimum, setting aside at least ten minutes to accomplish your morning list gives you consistency-- the key to nailing this self-care thing. 

I find that I need to wake up an hour before my husband, to get in the time for my morning list. This creates space for me to settle in, and to not feel rushed at any one thing. Being able to center on your tasks gives you empowerment for the day ahead, so it is worth the earlier bedtime, and early wake-up call! 

 My Morning Of Awesome

I have a favorite corner in our living room where I like to settle in with my Bible, my journal and a colorful pen, one book that I'm currently reading, and my coffee. I spend time reading a chapter in both my Bible (currently reading through Corinthians), and also the chosen personal development book of choice. Once my reading is completed, I journal. 

Gratitude is everything, and there are a lot of mornings that I simply begin my journal portion with a list of things (and people) that I'm thankful for. Beginning each day with gratitude changes the course of your whole life! It's powerful stuff, friends. 

Dream Big On Paper 

My journal sessions are never complete without some big dreams going down on those pages! Taking a few minutes to write down a detailed description of how you will live, and what you will do when those dreams are reality charts a big course for your life. Write it down- make it happen! 

Move Your Body 

Giving your body the time to move first thing in the morning is so good for you! Remember, however, that it doesn't have to be a hard-core, 80 minute cross training routine. (Although, if you're feeling it, do it!) Again, remembering your ten-minute rule, get out a yoga mat, or just find some space, and stretch. Going for a ten minute walk outdoors is another great way to begin your day. Whatever you choose, remember to be gentle and loving to yourself, and what your body needs. Everyone is different, and learning to read your body's signals is how you learn to support yourself in the long-term. 

I want to spend a little extra time here, specifically to say this: do not associate self-care practices with shame, guilt, or any other negative energy. You are learning to build yourself up physically, mentally, and emotionally, and there is no room there for harmful thoughts. Start by gently going through a few stretches, and allow your body to heal and energize itself. Given the space and tools that it needs, your body will do just that! 

After The Quiet 

Once these first items are completed, my house gets a bit crazier for a while, as we prepare to see my husband off to work, finish breakfast, and any morning errands that need to be completed. This is where writing down your three goals for the day, the night before, comes into play. I find that, once I have written something down, I am almost guaranteed to accomplish it. It is simply a law of nature. Write it down- make it happen. You will find that you will not feel overwhelmed by a long list of tasks, because you are sticking to three for that day. You will also find that your quick list will solidify in your mind which things you are working towards for the day. You will gravitate toward making space for these things to happen, naturally, and by the end of the day, you will be successful AND free from stress! 

I work from a home office, and so that means that I am also blocking out time for my work. My three items for the day usually fall into the window of time that I create for work, but life's not perfect, and that doesn't always happen the way that I plan. Stay flexible, and work within pockets of time that your day allows-- you will move in your day fluidly, and those things will happen! Even if it means shuffling things around a bit. 

Reset By Summer 

A big portion of our reset (beginning in just a few days!) is learning the art of self care. Get a jump-start on our reset by implementing this morning routine now. Prepare the night before, keep it simple and inviting, and be gentle with yourself. 

A great way to support your mind, body, and emotions is to use oils! Whether you choose to diffuse (hey, a little rhyming action!), or you apply them via your favorite roller ball, oils support our every endeavor. A lot of balancing our life involves centering our minds, and our emotions-- and oils support this! 

Emotional Support in a beautiful kit! 

Are You Ready To Get Started With Oils? 

I would love to help you begin this journey of wellness and FREEDOM. Just for you, I'm offering FREE 30 minute wellness consultations! Reach out to me at 

greenbean.home@gmail.com 

I can't wait to talk to you! 

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Preparing For A Lifestyle Detox 

Is This You? 

So, you're convinced your life is ready to reset- in one area, or more. You're thinking you just might take on our awesome 5-day challenge. But, are you feeling like gearing up might be more than you can handle? 

Blue track pant suites aside, (which are not required for this detox), it is very true that you can't enter into this sort of challenge without preparation. I have prepared some simple solutions to ensure that you not only remain on the wagon for the entire five days, but that you are driving it by the end! The wagon of awesome, that is. 

What Will We Do For 5 Days? 

Great question! Each day will be broken down into several categories that will allow you to reset all three of your basic needs: Emotions, Mental, and Physical. Pretty great, eh? Keep reading. 

We will empower you in several different subjects, including: wellness in your household products and how to make that transition easy, clean beauty products and which ones we recommend (we're bringing in a guest blogger for this one!), easy and clean recipes for your meal plan inspiration, tips and ideas for implementing intentional movement into your day, as well as self-care, and more! 

Each morning, there will be an email sent out with our goals for that day, and that day only. (One day at a time!) There will also be new posts daily in our closed Facebook group, which will include tips on how to accomplish that day's goals, fresh ideas on how to incorporate your oils into your day, advice and encouragement, and more. So much goodness! 

At the end of our 5 day reset, you will receive an email containing all of our meal plans, essential oils tips, and a FREE 30 Minute Zoom Chat with me, to help you make a game plan going forward! You will also be added to a private group online, to give you a resource for questions, and a place to connect with others who are living this lifestyle. Call it a 5-Day Reset graduation gift! Are you ready to say yes to a fresh start? 

What Do I Need To Participate? 

Registration is required for two reasons: 1) It keeps you accountable, and prepares you to really buy into what you're going to accomplish, 2) I want to know that I am supporting you in this! There will be a closed Facebook group just for those who register, and will connect you to others who are doing this along side you! You will receive a kit with your registration, geared specifically to cleansing and restoring your body, and a free gift, just for participating. 

Essential Oils are a big part of our support base for this Reset, and here is why: my family and I have used doTERRA essential oils for a few years now, and have seen many life-changing results because of our oils. They are CPTG (Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade), so their purity and effectiveness is the best in the world. You can read more about that here. 

Our oils support us emotionally, mentally, and physically, giving us the ability to live healthier, more intentional lives-- and to dream bigger. Part of the intention of this reset is to teach you how to incorporate natural health options into your daily routine, freeing you from toxins, chemicals, and giving you the empowerment of taking your health into your own hands. I am excited to be able to share these oils with you, and how they can change the course of your life too! 

Registration 

There is room for everyone who would like to participate, and space for every budget! Here are your options to register: 

Registration A: Cleanse And Restore Kit $195.00 

                                        Includes: 

Lifelong Vitality

                                                       • Zendocrine Softgels

                                                       • TerraZyme

                                                       • GX Assist

                                                       • PB Assist+

                                                       • Lemon (15 mL)

                                        Also includes a wholesale membership FREE, giving you 25% all of your future oil purchases for 12 months! 

                                                       FREE Diffuser! 

This it is put together by doTERRA, and is specifically designed to cleanse and restore your body. Every item included will support your digestion, mental clarity, cellular function, and more!

Registration B: Natural Solutions Kit $550.00 

Essential Oils:
5 mL bottles: 
Frankincense, Melaleuca, Oregano, DigestZen®, Purify, AromaTouch®, doTERRA Serenity®, doTERRA Breathe®, doTERRA Balance® 

10 mL bottles: 
PastTense®, ClaryCalm® 

15 mL bottles: 
Citrus Bliss®, Lavender, Lemon, Peppermint, Slim & Sassy®, Lemongrass, doTERRA On Guard® 

Other Products: 
doTERRA Lifelong Vitality Pack®, DigestZen TerraZyme®, HD Clear® Foaming Face Wash, Deep Blue® Rub, Fractionated Coconut Oil (4 oz), Aroma Lite Diffuser, Wooden Box, doTERRA Breathe® Vapor Stick, Correct-X® 

doTERRA On Guard® Collection: 
doTERRA On Guard Beadlets, doTERRA On Guard Toothpaste, doTERRA On Guard Hand Wash w/2 Dispensers 

This kit is my number one pick for resetting your entire lifestyle! It includes the Lifelong Vitality supplements, OnGuard Protective handsoap, an amazing diffuser, and so much more! You also receive a FREE enrollment, with 25% off of all of your oil purchases for 12 months! 

Included as a gift are 10 FREE RAINBOW ROLLER BALLS for all of your oil blends!

Registration C: Family Physician Kit $150.00

 

Kit includes 10 of doTERRA's top starter oils, plus OnGuard and Peppermint Beadlets. 

This kit is a sample kit, and great for anyone who is ready to begin using oils, but might not be ready for a more in-depth plunge. Also included is the FREE enrollment, with 25% off for 12 months of oil bliss. 

My gift to you with this kit is a free diffuser!

Registration D: Basic Enrollment $45 

This enrollment provides you with your wholesale membership with doTERRA, a welcome packet, and my FREE GIFT to you: a 15ml bottle of Lemon essential oil! 

No matter what you choose to get you started, this 5 Day Reset is going to change your life! I cannot wait to get started with you-- and I'm doing it too! Everyone needs a refresher now and again, and we are better when we do it together! 

I would love to chat with you more, if you have specific questions about oils, the Reset, or just want to say hi! My email is listed below, and I would love to hear from you. I hope that you join in on this beginning journey to a more natural, healthy and happy way of life! Yippee!!! 

***Interested in following along on our 5 day journey, but don't want to register? You can still participate as much as you'd like via Instagram. I'd love to have you along too! ***

Ready to get started, and get your oils and supplements on their way to your doorstep?

 

Our Reset By Summer begins June 20th, so don't wait!

 Email me at greenbean.home@gmail.com for my personal help to get you registered and ready to go!

I can't wait to chat with you about how you're going to change your life! 

Reset By Summer

What If You Could Reset Your Life In Five Days? 

You read that correctly: 5 days. Fiiiive. Not 30. Not 21. Not even 7. 

All of us need a reset. A do-over. A Try Again button, if you will. (Anyone have one of those?) It should probably be Red. Also, it should probably make a cool sound when you push it-- like when you grab coins on Super Mario, or when Yoshi eats the apples. You know exactly what I mean. 

I have, in one capacity or another, blogged for a while now. My current followers will also know that this next statement is entirely true: I absolutely geek out over all things natural, healthy, or a number of other catch phrases used to describe the modern, urban hippy thing that we've all stumbled upon. It's quite glorious here. Let's stay awhile. 

What In Your Life Needs A Redo? 

It could be that you survived a major project at work, only to look around and see french fries, caffeinated beverages, and those sweatpants you swore you'd never wear again. You might be full of good intentions, but over-scheduled and under-rested, and you just need five minutes for the love of God. (I feel that all mommas fall into this category without argument. For you, there is dark chocolate.) Maybe you managed to lose that pesky five or ten pounds, and then gave in to celebrations, and suddenly you're not quite sure that your scale is working. 

Whatever the reason, you need a refresher. A pause to take a deep breath, look around, and survey the damage. Another moment to wrap your head around the plan, and finally, the guts and courage to take your life back. Are you ready? 

Everybody Has 3 Basic Needs 

If you're human, or mostly human, you have three areas that require support in order to lead a balanced life of generosity and light. If one or more of these basic needs is on the struggle bus, the other areas step in to overcompensate, and then what do you have? 

Anyone? Bueler? A hot mess, that's what. Consider this your hall pass to a whole new, fresh and bright, exciting classroom-- full of vintage couches instead of desks, bohemian rugs and twinkle lights, and free espresso. Come in, slip out of your shoes, and make yourself comfortable. We are all here for the same reason: 

* Physical Support 

* Mental Support 

* Emotional Support 

You might identify with one of these, or all three, but either way-- you identify. That's the whole point. So do I. So does everyone, because this is the great balancing act of life, and no one gets out of jail free. So where do we go from here? 

Five Days To Reset Your Life 

Beginning on June 20th, and enduring for five whole days, the Reset By Summer begins. We will be jumping in with both feet, fully committed to creating something better for ourselves, and coincidentally, for those around us. The biggest player in your life is you, and it's time to write the next chapter in your story. 

Every day, we will connect with ourselves through intentional self-care, exercise and practicing silence. We will incorporate nourishing food and supplements to support our cells, energy levels, mental clarity, and more. We will utilize Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade essential oils to support emotions, as well as mental and physical health. We'll dive into clearing our home of toxicity, and incorporating new, clean and safe products-- and a little DIY. There will even be guest blogs and tips all about caring for your skin naturally-- and natural beauty products! All of this, in five days. 

There is something to be said for beginning a challenging task, and seeing it through to it's completion. This is why you will succeed in creating a shift in your life in just a work week's time. If you go all in, with a generous heart, and a bit of bravery, you can write something new. 

Community Is How We Get 'Er Dun 

We are all in this together! No one should ever attempt to do anything of value by themselves. First of all, that's just boring. Secondly, we were not made to be independent of others. So, there's that. Introverted, extroverted, or just slightly verted, this refreshing of your life should include community. Some say that social media is gross. A giant waist of time. I say it's amazing. We can connect with each other, no matter our physical location. That is something to be utilized, friends! Who knows what friends you'll make over our 'work week' together. 

If this is ringing true with your insides, then you need to join us! I won't have it any other way. (So there.) Let's jump in together, and reset the space in which we live! Registration for this fun event is limited, and details about how to register will be posted soon. 

In the meantime, follow me on Instagram for updates, and begin daydreaming of how you're going to feel on the other side of our Reset By Summer!