Welcome to the Daily Dose of Self Love. This series will be about self love, self care, self esteem and self worth. Basically everything related with SELF. My aim with this series is to give you a daily boost of self love and self care. We all get busy with our lives and sometimes it…
Tag: Gratitude
Daily Dose for the Mind
If you keep hoping to be comforted by others, you can feel weighed down by that need. If you have a constant need to be heard, nobody can meet that need to your complete satisfaction. Rather than always seeking comfort from others, offer your comfort and listen to others. In the process of helping, you…
Gratitude Journal
Gratitude is the appreciation of what is valuable and meaningful to oneself and represents a general state of thankfulness and/or appreciation. Having a grateful disposition, being the kind of person who notices and appreciates the positive in the world, is associated with greater physical and mental well being. Grateful people experience more positive emotion, feel…
Daily Dose of Affirmations
Each day you can journey from your Alpha (it begins with you) to your Omega, which in the teachings of Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, is the point within each of us where our inner spiritual nature meets our outer worldly nature. It is with this thought I bring to you daily dose of affirmations for…
Checklist to Start Your Week Right
Do you come back from your weekend needing another weekend to recover? “How to start the week” is one of the most popular questions. Ironically, much of the “starting the week” stress is self-inflicted. It is either due to not being prepared or irresponsible behavior over the weekend. Everyone wants to be more organized and have less life friction during…
Beating Diabetes
Diabetes is a metabolic disorder in which the body is unable to appropriately regulate the level of sugar, specifically glucose, in the blood, either by poor sensitivity to the protein insulin, or due to inadequate production of insulin by the pancreas. Type 2 diabetes accounts for 90-95% of all diabetes cases. What are the affects of Diabetes? Eyes – Can…
Daily Dose of Nature
Herbal Remedies for Sound Sleep Many herbs contain natural sedatives but to ease insomnia you will also need to identify the cause of the problem. There are many causes of insomnia, and not everyone’s sleepless nights are caused by the same thing. An overactive mind brought on through too much excitement late in the evening,…
Daily Dose for the Soul
In our highly distracted world, most of us are hearing alright but very few are listening. Listening is an art and there’s a yogic practice to perfect this art. Listening is an art and there’s a yogic practice to perfect this art. At its root, even being alert in meditation is nothing but carefully listening…
Daily Dose of Affirmations
Each day you can journey from your Alpha (it begins with you) to your Omega, which in the teachings of Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, is the point within each of us where our inner spiritual nature meets our outer worldly nature. It is with this thought I bring to you daily dose of affirmations for…
When To Take Digestive Enzymes?
Are you trying to repair a leaky gut? Do you suffer from chronic digestive issues such as gas, bloating, indigestion, or constipation? Do you experience reflux after a meal? Or do you see pieces of undigested food or a fatty substance in your stool? If so, your body may not be producing enough digestive enzymes,…
Daily Dose of Nature
Your Key to Warming Oils Prescribe the most appropriate warming oil to treat a particular ailment, selection from those with stimulating, uplifting effects to those that calm and soothe. Basil – This aromatic oil has a warming and enlivening effect, which promotes healing, eases aches and pains, and relieves mental fatigue. Benzoin – The soothing…
How to Feign Your Life is Together
There’s no single formula for exuding an air of shit-togetherness. It’s one of those intangible things, like some sort of ~aura~ that makes you seem like you really have it together. But in my completely unscientific opinion, there are some little things things that convey that you’re doing just fine at this whole “existing” thing —…
Daily Dose for the Soul
When you become conscious be Being, what is really happening is that Being becomes conscious of itself. When Being becomes conscious of itself, that’s presence. Since Being, consciousness, and life are synonymous, we could say that presence means consciousness becoming conscious of itself, or life attaining self consciousness. But don’t get attached to the words,…
Face Mask Frustration Fixes
Face masks protect you and others from disease, but long term use can cause discomfort. These tips should help alleviate the most common frustrations. Ear pain and skin sensitivity – Choose natural materials like cotton and get creative with where you loop the straps, try a high bun, sew buttons onto a headband, or buy…
Daily Dose of Nature
Uses of Neroli and Petitgrain Neroli and petitgrain can both be used for such things as calming blends and skincare, but petitgrain is the more effective invigorating oil, while neroli is an exquisite love perfume. Sensual Perfume – Use the hunting fragrance of neroli to create calming and sensual moods. Bring romance into a relationship…
The Aging Brain
The bad : You can’t recall the name of the person you just met. The good : You’re not losing brain cells. “Aging is not a mild form of demential,” says cellular neurobiologist John Morrison, who specialises in aging. Until recently, many scientists thought brain cells died as we aged, shrinking our brains and shedding…
Daily Dose of Nature
Aromatherapy for the Heart Chakra Keep yourself in balance and centred by using essential oils and aromatherapy techniques to treat the Heart Chakra. The Heart Chakra is the centre of balance in your body. It governs the circulatory system and is connected to the Hand Chakras and, through these, it is linked to the sense…
Treatment for Oral Thrush
Oral thrush is a condition that can be difficult to recognize at first. It’s usually harmless and not necessarily painful, but it can be very unpleasant and greatly affect your quality of life. Oral thrush is caused by types of yeast fungus called Candida that live in the mucous membranes lining your mouth. Its medical…
Daily Dose of Nature
Essential Oils to Use with Caution As an essential oil user, one of your most important responsibilities is to be aware of the potential risks of using essential oils on certain people and at particular times. Essential oils are beneficial to your health, but as concentrated plant essences they should be handles with care and…
Daily Dose for the Soul
Control never proves to be satisfying for the one attempting the control or the one being controlled, because both, controlling others and being controlled by others are unnatural to man and beast. With the absence of the offering of control, all would find alignment with Source, and all would experience harmonious co-creating with one another….
Tongue Colour and Your Health
The tongue is a vital organ in the body that plays key roles in facilitating digestion, forming speech, and providing the ability to taste. It contorts to assist swallowing, repositions to form phonetic sounds, and receives and relays salty, sweet, bitter, sour, and umami sensations from the foods we eat. While most people are cognizant…
Daily Dose for the Soul
Gratitude Being Grateful to God Some people are grateful to God, to the Supreme Soul, to someone they feel is up there. It can give them a huge psychological boost, help them survive difficult phases in life, give them the motivation to stay course among numerous other benefits. Those who believe in the existence of…
Daily Dose of Affirmation
Each day you can journey from your Alpha (it begins with you) to your Omega, which in the teachings of Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, is the point within each of us where our inner spiritual nature meets our outer worldly nature. It is with this thought I bring to you daily dose of affirmations for…
Daily Dose of Nature
Herbal Remedies for Ailments of Old Age With old age comes a number of conditions that can be incapacitating, such as rheumatism and arthritis. Learn how herbal remedies can help you combat the effects of ageing. You associate ageing with ill health and incapacity but, with a good diet and an active lifestyle, it’s possible…
Daily Dose of Affirmation
Each day you can journey from your Alpha (it begins with you) to your Omega, which in the teachings of Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, is the point within each of us where our inner spiritual nature meets our outer worldly nature. It is with this thought I bring to you daily dose of affirmations for…
Daily Dose of Nature
Herbs for Aches and Pains Whether you are looking to reduce and relieve the symptoms or tackle their causes, herbal remedies can come in very handy. Here are a few herbs for aches and pains : Ginger – Ginger stimulates, warms and aids the circulation. When you feel cold and shivery, a slice of ginger…
Rules To Live By
I hear this or some version of “things move too fast” every day. It’s no wonder. Just a scant five or seven years ago we had a choice: to plug in, or to refrain. Today, most feel they don’t have a choice. We’ve grown new appendages in the name of “i” gadgets or other connected…
Power of Intention
Sometimes stepping out of one’s comfort zone can amount to a huge phase shift in life, like taking a new job or starting a relationship. Other times the act can be as simple as forgoing a daily routine to do something new and different like socializing with coworkers after hours or finally taking the step…
Self Doubt – Kill It
Self-doubt is paralyzing. It will cripple you and prevent you from taking action or moving forward. To render someone ineffective, you don’t have to get them to change the core of their beliefs you just have to get them to doubt the validity of their beliefs. Do you want to be crippled like this? Sadly,…
You Need To Fall In Love With Yourself
The problem is, we forget to love ourselves. We cannot expect someone to commit to us if we are not devoted to ourselves. We cannot hope for someone to support us if we don’t have faith in ourselves. We cannot wish for security and laughter and jealous fights if we do not believe that we…
A Productive Morning Routine
What if you could manufacture a perfect day? One of those ah-so-amazing days when you have the “productive touch” (similar to the midas touch but instead of turning things into gold, you open a can of to do-list destroying whoop-ass). Crafting a morning routine is a personal thing. First of all, you can’t do everything. Morning…
Sunday Affirmations
Have you ever really thought about the power of the words “I am”? Even deeper, do you consciously realize the subconscious “I am” statements that you are holding about yourself? Think about that for a moment and, hey, be honest with yourself. What do YOU think of YOURSELF? What are you saying about who you are on…
Ideas for Self Care
The principle of “taking care of self” is such an important principle for a balanced, happy, peaceful and healthy life. Self care is not selfish. Practicing self-care and self-love has become an essential part of my life and it has helped me stay upbeat and true to myself despite all the setbacks and obstacles life has…
Tips on Positive Thinking
Positive thinking is a possibility for everyone. It doesn’t matter what your education level is, your income, or your social status. You choose to be positive or negative, regardless of your life and circumstances. You have the control and power over your thoughts. So stop making excuses as to why you can’t be a positive…
Positive Thinking Benefits
Did you know your outlook determines how you live your life? A positive person tends to be happier and successful, while a negative person tends to be unhappy and less successful. Why is this? It’s because positive thinking allows you to see the possibilities in life. You are never limited. This is just one of…
Assertive Communication Skills
Assertive communication is the ability to speak and interact in a manner that considers and respects the rights and opinions of others while also standing up for your own rights, needs and personal boundaries. Assertive communication skills create opportunities for open discussion with a variety of opinions, needs and choices to be respectfully heard and…
Boost Your Brain Power
There is no getting away from the fact that the human brain is an astonishing piece of kit and whilst we actually use more of our brains than some people may have us believe, scientists are still a long way from discovering the full potential of it. Many of us experience days where even the…
Simple Ways to Relieve Stress
Trying to fight Monday Blues? Stress is an inevitable part of life, especially for highly competitive and successful individuals. Reactions triggered by stressors can have a beneficial affect on your performance and overall health. Is your stress turning into distress? Do you wonder how you can continue to cope with the pressures of daily life…
Time Management Tips
Applying the correct time management skills and tips can help you get more organized and increase productivity. The more of these tools you learn to use, the more that you will get done each day. Here are some time management tips for you. Follow these closely and you’ll be well on your way to becoming…
Celebrate Yourself Today
Celebrate yourself today, you deserve it. I have always had a hard time congratulating myself. I actually have to remind myself to do so. I so often do not see all that I have done in my own life. I am sure you feel that too, but do you know why? Because we are forward thinkers. We look…
Reduce Anger By Self Talk
Are anger management problems making life difficult for you and the people in your life? This behavior is rooted in the mind, and for whatever reason it has become a deeply conditioned reflex. These positive self talk is here to help you retake control of yourself and break free from anger. To use these anger management…
People You Must Have In Life
Nothing incredible is accomplished alone. You cannot isolate yourself. No matter how stubborn, how confident you are, you need people to help you, to push you. You need others to help you, and you need to help others. With the right team, you can form a web of connections to make the seemingly impossible practically…
Core Beliefs For Being Successful
Core beliefs are fundamental views that we have internalized about ourselves, other people, and the world. These beliefs are generally so central to our identity and worldview that they often go unquestioned. It is important to keep in mind that core beliefs are just that beliefs. It is only because they are so longstanding and deeply internalized…
Ways to Become More Self – Disciplined
Self-discipline is a pattern of behavior where you choose to do what you know you should do, rather than what you want to do. It’s the inner power that pushes you to get out of bed to exercise rather than sleeping in. It is the assertion of willpower over more basic desires and is synonymous…
Sunday Affirmations – Bedtime
The mind is very powerful, and it needs to be spoken to. We are all aware of the power of being told, for example, that we look well; it often immediately evokes the feeling of being well. We are influenced by what people say to us. In the same way, it is extremely powerful for…
Depression Misconception
What do Abraham Lincoln, Stephen Hawking, George Patton, Michelangelo and Winston Churchill all have in common? Not only were they some of the most successful people in history, but they also dealt with depression. There are countless stigmas and misconceptions about depression. Find out what is true and what is false, and begin helping yourself, or a loved…
Importance of Exercise & Nutrition
Many people may associate the general term “health” with physical health, but your mental health also plays a key role in your well-being. Your mental health relies on a number of factors, including your genetics, but both exercise and proper nutrition play a role in preventing or treating some forms of mental illness. Here is how…
Keys to a Good Life
To be happy and healthy does not require a lot of money or time – just a little desire and motivation. If you’re trying to lead a happier, healthier life, making the necessary changes is up to you. Start with the items on this list that appeal the most to you, and work some of…
Difficult Emotions
One of the biggest challenges to working with difficult emotions like anxiety and anger is to accept them in the first place. It’s hard to do. We don’t want to accept them, because they don’t feel good. There are also lots of messages out there that seem to tell us that we should just be happy…
Laughter Is Healthy
When it comes to letting go of negativity and feelings of depression, there is nothing quite like the healing properties and benefits of laughter. Having a sense of humor not only helps to make life more fun but the more we learn to laugh at life and at ourselves, the easier it can become to face up…
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