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Day 4 Challenge ~ Wilderness Scent Exercising Clairalience (clear smelling)   Yesterday was tasting so today of course is smelling. So get those noses ready for an experience! Today as you get outside and into the environment, explore different natural scents. Stop and smell the roses and other flowers, find some herbs to sniff or rub their leaves to release their scent like basil or thyme, grab a handful of soil and inhale, or stop by some trees that have sweet gum seed pods or pinecone. Maybe there might even be some animals that you can smell. Inhale their scents and focus on the unique characteristics of each scent. This will help with your connection to nature on a very different level, using your olfactory sense. For this sense has many functions including detecting desirable foods, hazards, and pheromones. By using your nose, you can tell that it is not a good idea to smell a skunk’s den or a carrion beetle to close. Now taking it a step further, notice any intuitive scents that arise as you do this exercise that do not have a physical source. Reflect on what these scents might symbolize or the messages they convey. The more you use your nose the more it will help you smell on another level. Don’t be surprised if you start to smell things that are not coming from anything else around you. Nature has a way in helping us smell Spirit! Take time to write down or voice record what you received and how it worked for you. You will want to reflect on your notes once the challenge is over. More about that at the end of the challenge! Happy Smelling! #clearsmelling #clairalience #7dayjourney #7daywildintuitionjourney #smellslikespirit #smellingnature #wildintuitivejourney #intuitivechallenge #faunaandflora

A healthy home is a happy home! 🏡 Here are a few ways to keep your home clean and your family healthy this holiday season: 🧼 Keep plenty of festive holiday soaps and hand wash in the bathrooms for guests. Try the Mrs. Meyers seasonal collection! 🧼 Consider freshening the air with essential oils or diffusing a cozy holiday scent. 🧼 Use a natural cleaner to keep countertops and surfaces free of germs and grime. 🧼 Get fresh air whenever you can! Keep windows open when temps permit or take daily fresh air breaks. Comment your preferred products below! #TheDanBarGroup #HagerstownREALTORS #HagerstownEmptyNestors #DownsizeHagerstown #LuxuryAgents #LuxuryListings

🍂 The Autumnal Equinox is significant for several reasons, including: 1. 🌞 Equal Day and Night: It marks the time when day and night are roughly the same length, symbolizing balance in nature. 2. 🍁 Start of Fall: It's the official start of the fall season, when leaves change colors, temperatures cool down, and harvest season begins. 3. 🌍 Cultural Celebrations: Many cultures celebrate the equinox with festivals and traditions, highlighting the connection between humans and the changing seasons. 🍂 We put together three LOCAL ways to practice self-care while celebrating the Autumnal Equinox: 1. 🍁 Connect with Nature: Take a leisurely walk near the Olney City Park Community Building. Feel the crisp autumn air, admire the colorful leaves, and listen to the soothing sounds of nature. It's a perfect way to relax and rejuvenate. 2. ☕ Cozy Up with Tea: On your way home, pick up a warm cup of herbal tea from Ophelia's Cup, like chamomile or cinnamon spice. Sip it slowly at a table by the window and let the world pass you buy for a while. Or bring it home and sip while you wrap yourself in a comfy blanket (we call these "couch blankets" in my family). It's a comforting ritual that can help you unwind and embrace the season. 3. 📚 Read a Good Book: Find a cozy nook, grab a captivating book from the Olney Public Library, and immerse yourself in a captivating story. You could even download one of the free media apps on your phone or e-reader (we love this service from OPL, and they're really helpful if you want to set it up for yourself!). Reading can be a fantastic way to escape into different worlds and take a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Remember: self-care is all about taking time for yourself. Choose what resonates with YOU the most and enjoy the Autumnal Equinox to the fullest! 🌟 Cynthia Given, LMT ☎️ 392.4400 Donna Botelho, LE OlneyMassage.com Olney Massage Now booking Oct-Dec 🎃🦃🎄 #southernillinois #OlneyIllinois #homeofthewhitesquirrels 🤍 🐿️

Not the best news if you like to sleep in, but your plants will definitely appreciate it! #coldwellbanker #cbrealtycal #colwellbankerirvine #cbirvine #realestate #orangecountyhome #dreamhome #sellingyourhome #realestatemarketing #lixuryhome #luxuryrealestate #homedesighn #luxury lifestyle

“Oh the places you’ll go.” – Dr. Seuss Most people who live in a suburban or rural area will plan a city break when they have a few days off. An opportunity to see the sights, take in a show or do some shopping. 🛍️ If you live in the city however, a city break might mean taking a break from the city! And what better way to get away from the hustle and bustle than to book a cosy cottage in the country. Period holiday cottages with their characterful features are the way to go, especially as the summer draws to a close and the days get cooler. 🌬️ A good chance to wear that warm sweater that you were given last Christmas. 🎄 No need to leave the dog behind either as more and more of these vacation homes are dog-friendly, so the views and the fresh air can be enjoyed by the whole family together. 👨🏽👩🏻👧🏼👦🏾🐕 At the end of the day you can come back to your little sanctuary, cook dinner with local produce and relax in front of a real fire with a glass of wine from that vineyard you spotted on your travels. 🍷 Now doesn't that sound like a good idea? What's your perfect getaway? Click on and FOLLOW MY HASHTAG #HospitalityandLeisurePhotographer for regular posts. #MarketingDigital #HospitalityIndustry #Leisure

🌞 Ready for summer? Check out our latest blog post for tips and ideas to make the most of the season! From staycations and recipes to outdoor activities and family fun, we’ve got you covered. #SummerFun #Lifestyle #FamilyActivities

Brass Monkey is a proud sponsor of this year's Spa Life UK Convention.  About Brass Monkey Brass Monkey® exists to help people to develop a strong and resilient mind and body. To rethink what we once thought was challenging. Demand more. We make ice baths that look great and are exciting to get in. Our team of innovators, craftsmen and specialists partner with local engineers and experts to ensure that we make the best product possible. Something that we have built where we live, with people who live near here and that we’re proud to ship to the world. Every day we find a little way to make it better than yesterday. We want our ice baths to look like they belong in their environment. We design them ground-up to perform outdoors in a garden or indoors in a gym or pool room. We expect every single one to look, perform and feel, well—f*cking great. That’s why we use premium materials and components that sit in and around a solid steel frame. Engineered beautiful, built to last, made in Britain. Getting your cold on is good for you. We call them cold dips, the scientists call it cold water immersion. No matter what you call it, it’s now proving a critical health tool for a new generation, helping people develop a healthy mind and body. Whether it’s to maintain health, boost performance, or rebuild a healthy body, there is a role for cold water dips that’s as important as taking physical exercise. How? Because it’s ancient physical exercise for the cardiovascular and nervous system. To find out more, visit our website https://lnkd.in/eeaju2uZ #SpaLifeUK #BrassMonkey

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Ever wondered why Flamingo loses its pink color? Flamingos are blessed with an “energy meter display” unlike humans. What happens is, when the parent Flamingo feeds its offspring “crop milk” they give so much of their food that their beautiful pink color becomes dull or disappear. Interesting isn’t it? Well, giving to others may indeed be beneficial to our health and happiness but there is a balance to be found. We need to ensure it is not at the expense of sacrificing our own needs. “Self care” is so underrated. Embracing a paradigm shift in self-care, I've transitioned from viewing it as a luxury to recognizing it as an essential investment in my well-being. In fact, for me Self care starts with setting clear boundaries and ability to say No. Instantly it boosts productivity, reduce burnouts, helps to set realistic expectations. This new year, prioritize yourself and reach the sky! #happyholidays #happynewyear2024 #priortizeyourself #livewithapurpose #selfcare #sharingexperiences PS - Self care is a priority, not a luxury :)

I wrote a blog this week on how consumers are considering spending their leisure time over the festive period, using insights from CACI's latest Cost of Living survey. Give it a read!