by Linda | Oct 10, 2017 | DIY printables
Let’s have some fun with this free halloween art collage printable for junk journaling and more!
It’s that time of the year when all the spooky motifs and Hallowen themed decorations come out. Let’s have some fun with these cute and spooky designs. Halloween is not a big holiday here in Italy. However, over the years I have noticed it is slowly becoming of interest and really it’s just an excuse to dress up and have fun with your friends. So no matter where you are in the world, I think a little spooky fun during the month of October is harmless. Enjoy it while it lasts!
I’m not one who likes actual scary spooky stuff usually, but when you add a dash of cute to it, then I’m all in.
So that’s what this FREE halloween printable is all about. It’s my spooky days design of various journaling cards and imagery that you can print and cut out to use in your papercrafting. Some like to use these printables for memory keeping, but they are also great for journaling and any kind of papercrafting project that could use a Halloween decoration.
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by Linda | Sep 28, 2017 | DIY printables
Ready for a lifestyle change?
I truly believe that we have to take a holistic approach when it comes to health and wellness. Holistic simply means that I believe that all parts of our mind, body and spirit are interconnected and must be cared for equally.
So to live a full and happy life, you have to take into account your whole person, not just treating symptoms of an issue, but take into account mental and social factors. It’s really all interconnected.
Think of how you can physically be just fine, yet emotionally be suffering and not well.
What I’ve learned is that there are different parts of our lifestyle that we have to address to make sure we nurture mind, body and soul. That is the key to living well.
I was first introduced to the wellness pyramid after discovering doTERRA essential oils. The great thing about the company is that they aren’t just selling oils. They are founded on a wellness philosophy of healthy living. They educate us on self-care and taking a proactive role in our own health and wellness.
I have learned that to live healthier and happier, I simply have to address the various areas in the wellness pyramid to make sure I’m taking care of myself.
For basic things like eating healthy and exercising, I think we all know we SHOULD be doing those things. The hard part is doing them…
At the base of the pyramid is healthy eating and exercise. This is probably something we all already know. Of course, as with all things, knowing is one thing. Doing and making it a part of our lifestyle is the hard part.
The key is to use the tools and resources around us to help make healthy choices easy and routine! Whether you use essential oils, bullet journaling, accountability or whatever to motivate you – whatever works! Use whatever you need to do the right thing!
As we move up the wellness pyramid, we start to hit upon categories that we often neglect.
Getting enough rest and managing our stresses in life are supremely important to contributing to a balanced and healthy lifestyle. Yet, we all often don’t even consider them important aspects.
But there are plenty of research articles and scientific studies about how the lack of sleep and rest is really a huge factor in our lack of energy, focus and motivation for doing things. Effectively, we are setting ourselves up for failure, right?
There’s also this idea of stress management and I like to say, mood management. Life is full of ups and downs and we must have tools for helping us deal with the challenges and changes of moods we experience.
It’s not about being happy all the time – that’s certainly not possible!
It’s really about how we react to negative situations and events. How we can help ourselves process them, so we can get back to a more balanced state. Maybe you love art journaling. Maybe you get it all out physically when you work out at the gym. Maybe essential oils are a great option for you to deal with anxiety, uplift your mood and get through the day.
Whatever tools you use, I hope you have a list of things to go to for this exact purpose. Don’t underestimate how being mindful of your feelings, addressing them and processing them… can be such a boost in your lifestyle for living better and being more well-balanced.
I myself have experienced such a HUGE change, as I worked on balancing my moods and dealing with my feelings day to day, instead of stuffing them down and thinking it’s all fluffy, mushy stuff.
You feel a certain way for a reason, so address it. I believe it is an integral part of learning more about ourselves. When we feel something, it’s our bodies telling us we need to address those feelings. It’s such and important skill to learn throughout life and if you have kids, you should definitely be thinking about how being emotionally agile is a super important skill to develop in life. One of those life skill things, that is not something they teach at school unfortunately!
As you move up the wellness pyramid there is the reminder to reduce toxic load, another huge factor that affects how we feel. The products we use and put on and in our bodies… the varied chemicals we use in our homes and expose our entire family to. What you use today, is it what you want for your life and family?
Are you effectively adding toxins to your body from the moment your children are born?
I don’t mean to be hysterical or judgemental about it. I know we all try to do our best and we have limitations depending on our lifestyle and situation. But just being more aware of the products we choose, will alter your way of thinking. Suddenly you will take more notice and realize there are better choices available. After having kids, I definitely became more aware of the importance of the products we use, especially when certain people have certain allergies.
Consider how something that seems just a little bit today… how it builds up over time. After days, weeks, months, years, decades of time in your life. It has a huge impact.
You can imagine the amount of toxins we are adding to our lifestyle if you think long term, so make whatever little changes you can. Using natural products, eating organic… avoiding the obvious bad choice when there are better options available, right?
Finally we move to informed self-care and proactive medical care.
I think of this part of the pyramid as multi-faceted because there are the obvious things that one might think of first. Self-care in terms of our bodies and hygiene. Medical care in terms of getting our check-ups regularly and going to the doctor for professional help when needed.
Those aspects seem natural, but what about self-care for your mind and spirit?
Time and time again, I move back to this holistic way of thinking… to ensure that all parts of you, the WHOLE YOU, is being taking care of. Not waiting for something bad to happen, that you then have to address, but to be proactive about caring for yourself.
Personally, essential oils have made all the difference for me. I have developed amazing routines and rituals to help myself not only pay attention to the physical aspects that need care, but the emotional aspects as well.
And let’s talk a bit about being pro-active instead of re-active.
When you are pro-active at the command center of all things you, it means you are making sure all is well and taking care of areas that might be a bit depleted or needing… before it gets really bad. Think about how much easier it is to bounce back from really challenging events in your life, when you are running on the borderline of breaking down. Know what I mean?
I want to live well and at the best, most optimal level possible. Why not, right?
That is why I think it’s really important and helpful to consider the wellness pyramid and what goals you have for each area. If you have a lot of things you need to work on, tackle one area of focus first. You can then go from there with the momentum of change in your life. Every journey begins with a single tiny step.
I created this wellness pyramid printable as a reminder for myself to address all areas of living a healthy lifestyle. It’s a great reminder for when you feel a bit off, so you can stop and consider what is needing.
With this printable worksheet you can evaluate where you stand in the various levels of the wellness pyramid and where you want to be instead. Then you can formulate the steps your need to take to move forward to a better living.
To improve your life, you have to make some changes and they will be long-lasting ONLY if you change your lifestyle habits!
Click here to download EO Wellness Pyramid PDF
I hope this printable will help you with along your wellness journey. If you are interested in learning how essential oils can help you in your wellness journey, contact me directly here with your top health concern.
by Linda | Sep 25, 2017 | DIY printables
We all know that we have to eat healthy and take care of our physical bodies, but what about your emotional health?
Where do you stand?
Life is filled with a gamut of emotions and it’s not always possible to process them all in the moment. The issue is that most of us just shut out our feelings, instead of spending a bit of time understanding them. We push our feelings aside because we’ve just got other things we have to do in our busy everyday schedules.
The problem is that all these emotions build up inside and one day, the cup runneth over and we explode, often lashing out a load of emotions on an unsuspecting subject.
I know that when I lose patience with my kids, it’s not because their bit of disobedience truly warranted such an explosive response. It’s usually because I’m bogged down with so many emotions from a long period of time that I haven’t properly processed.
How often do you find yourself overreacting to certain situations? You might realize this after the fact and think, gosh, I really could have avoided all the drama!
Sure, we are all human and sometimes our responses come out a bit too strong. The issue is that these outbursts are not constructive. They are not helping anyone really… it’s just a vicious cycle.
We have to work on being responsible for our emotional health and processing our feelings as they come up, so we don’t keep feeding that pot of emotions that can boil over in anger and anxiety.
So how do we keep emotionally healthy?
I’ve learned that it is really important to take notice of our moods and how we truly feel. If your emotions run over, take note and acknowledge the situation. Even if the “victim” is a little kid, you can explain. You can apologize. Be a model for them to learn from.
How often do you blow up at your significant other, but the reasons behind it are completely unrelated the matter at hand? When you realize this, don’t hesitate to just apologize and explain.
Say something like, gosh, I’m just so stressed about this work situation, sorry for overreacting. It’s really not that difficult and these little mindful steps will slowly but surely change your perspective and allow you to be more aware of your feelings.
You also want to take care of yourself and nurture your needs. If you are feeling anxiety, sad or worried about something… explore those feelings. Don’t hide them or ignore them. You have to take some time to journal your thoughts out, talk to a loved one and work through them. Whether you have to go for a run to clear your mind or go work out at the gym… do whatever you need, so you aren’t bottling up emotions.
Sometimes you have to deal with issues and life situations that cause you distress. If you can’t change certain parameters, you can at least deal with them, so you can decompress. Maybe you need girls nights out, venting sessions or dance parties. Whatever can help you process emotions that are unavoidable.
The key is to be aware and take care!
When we are emotionally healthy, it means we are able to cope with all the challenges life might throw at us and recover from setbacks, to live better and happier.
Keeping yourself emotionally healthy doesn’t mean you will never get depressed, stressed or anxious. Rather it means you have a toolkit for dealing with hard times, enabling you to live life to the fullest – despite all the challenges.
I’m always working to boost my emotional health and resilience and often revisit these areas of my life to make sure I’m nurturing them.
- eating healthy
- staying active and fit
- social connection
- getting enough rest and sleep
- managing stress and moods
One thing I have found particularly useful is to incorporate the use of essential oils in my rituals and habits, to help manage and balance my moods.
I can turn to an easy and natural solution when it comes to negative moods such as stress, lack of motivation and fatigue. Using essential oils has helped me to be more emotionally balanced and actively improve my attitude in any situation.
It’s definitely been a game changer, and I encourage you to find whatever you need to help yourself build up your emotional health.
If you want to learn how essential oils can help you personally, contact me directly here with your top health concern.
by Linda | Sep 18, 2017 | DIY printables
I’m a big fan of stationery and writing the old fashioned way to keep connected with my friends and family. It’s also a great way to show you care and took the time to handwrite someone a note, with a gift or special message.
So you can use these pastel colored “hello lovely!” notecards with matching envelopes for your next snail mail project. It’s cute to switch things up and use this top loading envelope which reminds me of the olden days.
Click here to download Hello Lovely Notecards and Envelopes PDF
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by Linda | Sep 12, 2017 | DIY printables
I love creative journaling and memory keeping, so often find myself in need of little labels for notes and captions. I thought the little vintage label look would be super cute and versatile for so many projects, so made myself a million colors.
With these tags printed on some cardstock, I’ve got a whole bunch of labels to use in my papercrafting. So easy and fun to use!
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by Linda | Sep 8, 2017 | DIY printables
You and I both know that excess sugar is no good for our bodies.
I certainly feel the issue every single day. It’s like a drug, because it can be so addictive. We know better, but it’s not easy to take action when life is so busy and we are occupied with so many other things from morning until night.
I’ve personally tried to quit sugar many times, but my attempts to strip it out violently hasn’t worked. I would be strong for awhile, then fall back into the hole and start binging.
Each time, it just made me feel gross and unhappy about my habits in life. Can you relate?
I truly want to kick the sugar habit, but small attempts here and there have been unsuccessful for me. I realize that it’s time to take it all a bit more seriously.
I feel that when things get hard for me, it’s all the more reason to investigate and figure it out. It’s probably important and that’s why it’s so challenging.
Sugar is said to be the single biggest contributor to weight gain, type 2 diabetes, obesity, heart disease, cancer, liver disease, Alzheimer’s and more.
There are plenty of scientific studies that show that sugar is the dietary contributor to a whole lot of diseases. From the World Health Organization to the American Institute for Cancer Research to the Journal of Pharmaceutical Research. A simple Google search will reveal all. Look it up and weep!
It’s not that sugar is all bad, but it’s all the extra, non-natural, processed kind that is consumed in so many products today. Often, we don’t even realize it! Products in our supermarkets today contain all kinds of sugars, even when you least expect it.
I know that to live a healthy lifestyle, I need to go to the foundations and make sure I’m not bombarding my system with sugar that can cause all sorts of imbalances and damage.
It’s all related after all. Thyroid conditions can cause fatigue, weight gain, joint pains and depression. Adrenal fatigue can cause skin conditions, diabetes, metabolic disorders and immune disorders and more. Weight gain and hormonal imbalances… all these bad things can come from excessive sugar consumption. Yikes!
Of course, the root of the matter is how to quit sugar. Like many things in life, we know what is best… but how to put it in action?
Well, that’s why I created this sugar workbook to help myself kick the habit. And to give myself all the help possible, I’ve started using my essential oils as a companion along this challenge.
The idea is to assess the situation, create a plan for healthy foundations and focus on problem areas. It might not be an overnight fix, but slowly I will kick the bad choices out of my life. We have to create new, better habits to replace the bad ones!
The only way to get to success, is to set ourselves up for success, right?
Download this printable sugar workbook I’ve created to help with your journey to better living. It will guide you through the steps of tracking consumption, finding replacements and forming better habits for a better lifestyle, without sugar!
Download 20 page EO Sugar Workbook PDF
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by Linda | Sep 1, 2017 | DIY printables
We all know that self-care is important because if you don’t love and take care of yourself, you will not be able to do the same for others around you. I believe that elevating yourself will also elevate those around you!
As a mom of two little ones, I’m realizing how important it is to show my kids my self-care habits and rituals. They need to see by example that it is something we all should do for ourselves and it’s not weird or random or only once in a while, rather something important that we make time for.
I also realized that it would be good to practice self-care for families as well. When it comes to living together as a unit, there are things we can do to nurture our little family… so thus, self-care ideas for families.
Here are some practical ideas for things you can do with your family to promote self-care, nourishment and healing.
Physical activity is an important part of taking care of our bodies, so make sure to teach your kids this lesson by example, but to also do things together. It doesn’t have to be as boring as “exercise” – they can be fun activities for the whole family.
Practicing gratitude and discussion within the family to stimulate our minds is a great way to connect and nourish our family ties… but also provide mental challenges and time together in thinking and exercising our minds.
Finally, there is the nourishment of our spirits and whatever spiritual practice you might practice, there are plenty of things we can do together as a family. Make it a habit and your kids will grow up that habit!
I believe that self-care is not just a nice to have, but necessary for balancing the body. To check-in without needs and be more pro-active in caring for ourselves.
Want some self-care ideas for the family? Download this idea printable and make it a part of your family rituals. When it comes to habits, I also like to pair essential oil usage with them, because it helps to root the habit, ground our emotions not to mention soothe and relax the mind. A great way to start a family activity together!
Grab this printable idea page as well as the completely blank version, so you can fill it out yourself! What activities will your family do together?
Download EO Self-Care Ideas for Family PDF
Download EO Self-Care Ideas blank PDF
Are you taking good care of you and your family’s minds, bodies and spirits?
by Linda | Aug 29, 2017 | DIY printables
Self-love is about taking the time to nurture your body, mind and soul. But even when we want to love ourselves and nurture our bodies, it’s not always easy to do so.
With our ever busy schedules and commitments, it can be just another element of stress to have to worry about self-love and self-care. What’s one to do?
Well, here are some go-to ideas for practicing self-love. Ideas for what you can do, from little 5 minutes things to more expansive ideas, so you can replenish, heal and nurture yourself.
I truly believe that self-love is necessary, not just a nice to do thing. You cannot perform at your full potential if you are not fully energized and loved!
What can you do to practice a bit of self-love? I often pull out my essential oils, because it’s part of many daily rituals, to help soothe, relax and ground my emotions. Oils can be a great companion for these ideas:
- Give yourself a compliment
- Take a selfie and love it!
- Take 3 deep breaths and meditate in silence.
- Listen to a favorite song without distractions
- Have a good, belly-shaking type of laugh.
- Flip through your favorite magazine or read a good book.
- Make yourself a favorite drink and indulge.
- Pamper yourself with a bath, foot massage, etc.
- Hug someone!
Want a printable version of this self-love idea list? How about a blank version so you can fill in you own personal go-to self-love ideas?
Download EO Self-Love Ideas PDF
Download EO Self-Love Ideas blank PDF
How are you doing in the self-love department? Are you taking good care of your mind, body and soul? I hope my printables can help you along your journey to better self-love.
by Linda | Aug 29, 2017 | DIY printables
Self-love does not mean you are self-ish or self-centered. Please don’t fall into that shame trap. I believe that self-love is truly about taking the time to replenish, heal and nurture your body, mind and spirit.
It’s not just a good-to-do thing… it is a necessary thing to do. You cannot truly nurture others fully, if you do not deeply love and nurture your own self. Makes sense, right?
So do you truly love yourself?
Yes? Maybe? Not quite sure? Perhaps you can always improve and do better?
I often find myself pondering this topic of self-love and self-care. When is it enough, when have I done a good job or have I gone overboard and beyond? How can I know what is right or wrong?
That’s why I created this self-love checklist. It’s a quick run down that you can revisit from time to time, to see how you are doing in the self-love department. It’s especially helpful when you are feeling restless or in the blues.
Try diffusing some grounding and soothing essential oils, then settle down to really tune into your thoughts and journal it out.
MIND: What does your inner monologue and dialogue sound like?
Do you treat yourself kindly? I often hear people berating themselves and calling themselves names and it pains me so much! Even if it seems like a minor thing, I believe it’s a detail that can shift your entire perspective and self-esteem. Please remember that you are not a stupid person ever, but sometimes you might do some stupid things. There is a difference between saying, “Oops that was a silly thing to do!” versus “Ugh, I’m such a stupid person, why did I do that?” Think about it.
Your mind also needs constant nourishment and even challenges for stimulation. So do you let yourself follow your curiosities and explore new avenues? Keep things interesting and always be open to learning new things!
BODY: What do you see when you look in the mirror?
Are critical comments immediately popping up in your head? Or do you love your body, just as it is? How we see our physical bodies, reflects our feelings of self-worth and esteem. So it’s important to have a positive attitude. And even when you want change, is it in a shaming, damning manner or simply reaching towards improvement and growth? Big difference.
And of course, it’s important to make sure you are eating and moving your body. We all know those are pillars to living well and feeling good.
SOUL: What are your hobbies and do you spend enough time with them?
What activities make you lose track of time, because you are in the flow? Do you meditate or dance or create art? Do you practice your “flow” activities and enjoy them often enough to nurture your spirit?
It’s so important to nurture your creative soul. Feed it well and even give it a vacation at times. But most of all, just make sure you make time for soul activities, no matter how busy your schedule might be. Sometimes it’s a matter of standing still, me-time, peace and tranquility.
SPACE: How do you feel in your home, room, desk?
We all want a safe and pleasant environment to nestle into, so make sure you give yourself that space. Make the best of what you have, but make it yours. Decorate to your heart’s content and don’t forget that your physical space is often a reflection of your head space.
Finally, give love to receive love.
Do you show your love to those around you in a real, physical way? When was the last time you handed out a compliment? It’s easy to be super focused on our internal selves, but we also have to take note of how we reflect our thoughts and feelings outward.
Sometimes I find myself spending a lot of time thinking instead of doing. So I need the reminder to actually put my thoughts into action, because the people around you cannot read your mind. It’s important to check-in and see if you are also giving, helping and loving on a regular basis…
Want a pretty printable version of this checklist? How about a blank version so you can create your own specific questions to revisit and check-off?
Download EO Self-Love Checklist PDF
Download EO Self-Love Checklist blank PDF
Are you taking good care of your mind, body and spiritual health? I hope my printables will help you along your health and wellness journey. Love to you!
by Linda | Aug 22, 2017 | DIY printables
One thing that really works to living healthier and better, is to plan for it! I wanted to share my daily health planner page with you, because it’s a great way to make sure you plan for health and wellness on a daily basis.
Whether you are looking to lose some pounds or just want to keep healthy, tracking your food and feelings (how you feel is so important!) can be a very helpful log to keep. You’ll be surprised how often what you eat very much affects your moods and feelings!
There are also boxes to remind you to focus on your daily goal, check off the daily health habits such as drinking enough water and eating your fruits and vegetables. If you are a planner girl, you might like to put those stickers in that box to track your intake.
Also, don’t forget to take your supplements and indulge in some self-care time, no matter how quick it might have to be for those really busy days.
When you have a plan to follow, it makes it a lot easier to stick to good and healthy habits.
Ever since I’ve discovered essential oils and started incorporating them into my daily routines, I’ve found it easier to develop good habits and help myself throughout the day with pick me ups, balancing my emotions and ultimately living a better life.
The only way to change your habits to healthier ones, is to plan for success, so I highly encourage you to use this daily health planner. Track your progress, take note and keep moving forward towards your ultimate health goals.
Download EO Daily Health Planner LETTER PDF
Download EO Daily Health Planner A4 PDF
Are you taking care of your physical, mental and emotional health? Plan for success with this free printable planner page.
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