Thursday, March 31, 2016

The Importance Of Forgiving Yourself & Others

When it comes to forgiveness, Christians have many beliefs. Some think God throws all of our sins into the "sea of forgetfulness." Others believe that punishment for sin lasts for years, that bad things happening in your life now are a result of something...

Monday, March 21, 2016

Happy 2016

Quite frankly, I was more than glad to see the end of 2015. It was a rough year. My job of 3 years ended (well, converted to freelance actually) in August, and I took another job. That job? Let's just say I struggle in it. Its not a good fit. And so...

Letting Go and Letting God

Don't copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will know what God wants you to do, and you will know how good and pleasing and perfect His will really is. ~Romans...

4: There Is More

The light is slowing fading beyond the horizon, forcing night to creep once again into these four walls. A forever-ending cycle, relentless in its consistency. Taking a cup of tea out on the porch, I can smell the spent day settling down into quiet slumber...

Giving Thanks

Always be full of joy in the Lord…don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything; tell God your needs, and don't forget to thank him for his answers. If you do this, you will experience God's peace, which is far more wonderful than the human...

The Long and Winding Road

The long and winding road that leads to your door Will never disappear I've seen that road before, it always leads me here Leads me to your door The wild and windy night that the rain washed away Has left a pool of tears crying for the day Why leave...

Tuesday, March 15, 2016

When Sleep Eludes You Use Alternative Things like aromatherapy, sleepy time tea, and affirmations




I woke up cranky this morning, not enough sleep. I am finding ways to sleep at night. I go through this whole ritual at night and some nights are just like last night, where I sleep about three hours. 
I use aromotherapy here is one of my favorite sleep recipes.



Aromatherapy Recipe for Insomnia and Trouble Sleeping

Aromathearpy for InsomniaAromatherapy cannot cure insomnia or its root cause, but using calming and relaxing essential oils before your intended bedtime can potentially help you fall asleep faster and stay asleep until your intended wake-up time. Of course, if you have an ongoing, serious sleep disorder, you should see your health professional to discuss your situation and gain treatment for the root cause of your insomnia.
If you suffer from occasional insomnia or sleep distubances, read the extensive Aromatherapy for Insomnia article and try the Insomnia Aromatherapy Recipe shown below.
Insomnia Aromatherapy Recipe

Ingredients:

10 drops Roman Chamomile
5 drops Clary Sage
5 drops Bergamot
Directions:

Blend the oils well in a clean dark-colored glass bottle. Add 1-2 drops to a tissue and place inside your pillow to aid you in falling asleep. 
If you prefer to make a diffuser blend that you enjoy during the hour before bedtime, make a blend with a ratio of 2 drops Roman Chamomile to 1 drop Clary Sage to 1 drop Bergamot and add to your diffuser.
Lavender Oil can also help provide relaxation and drowsiness, but using more than 1-2 drops can have the opposite effect.
Recipe for sleepy time tea

Homemade Sleepy Tea

Ingredients:
  • 4 parts chamomile flowers
  • 1 part callendula flowers
  • 1/2 part dandelion
  • pinch of lavender
Directions:
I steep this and serve it with a little honey and lemon.

5 Bedtime Affirmations to Never Forget Saying before Sleep

Here are my 5 top bedtime affirmations that immediately wash away tension and trying to control.
1. I have done my part for today, now I let God do his part.
2. I have earned my REST for tonight, I deserve to sleep soundly.
3. I have put my LOVE into all my deeds, now I give myself permission to sleep soundly and go quickly into REM sleep.
4. I have used KINDNESS in all my thoughts.
5. I close this day with PURE JOY and now drift into SOUND ASLEEP.