Thursday, November 13, 2008

Feel Good Challenge #6


Everything in existence finds natural harmony in its environment. We all resonate with certain vibrations, and when we surround ourselves with harmonious vibrations we are better for it.


Identifying your harmony tools (colors, and etc--- to use in color bath therapy and etc)


You'll Need:

Various pictures
Items like shells, acorns and other 'good luck' charms



Action:

Take some time to note your reactions to the colors of the rainbow.
Which colors are your favorites? Which do you have strong dislike for.
Which seem to bring you extra luck? Ask these questions of other symbols and items, and in doing so create a list of associations that are in harmony with you. Once the list is made to can begin the practice of collecting them into a special treasure box. When you are in need of the energies or a reminder that you have an at=oneness with other aspects of creation you can take them out to meditate with or carry with you. You can add to list and box at anytime.



Please share your feedback about the challenge and talk with other challenge participants in the comments.

Thursday, November 6, 2008

Feel Good Challenge #5



Balancing our feminine and masculine sides is essential to our balance and ability to function within healthy relationships.
With this exercise you are going to engage in positive mythwriting for the inner man and woman. Spinning a positive fairytale with a happy ending can make all the difference in how you shape your perspectives of anything holding female and male traits.
Society has been working on mending the divide created between the female and male consciousness by misinterpreted notions of superiority and inferiority.



You'll need:


Your imagination
(opt'l) Pictures of very happy people (both male and female- all ages)
Paper
Crayons, pencil or pen (whichever you prefer)


Action:
Create a collage, illustration, text story or combination of these that includes a Female and Male overcoming an illusion of separation to find a beautiful union with one another. Remember that both of them should be whole within themselves, finding the addition of union between them to be a wonderful complement. The union of these beautiful opposites represents your inner realm female and male "sides". We usually unconsciously attract someone to 'act-out' our beliefs about relationships by taking on one of these sides. By rewriting the script, we invite positive and affirming relationship partners.

Once created either hang the collage, or read the text at least once a month. You can also blog your myth as well so others can benefit from the positive archetypes.

Please share your feedback about the challenge and talk with other challenge participants in the comments.

Saturday, November 1, 2008

DIY Saving Seeds From Your Dishes For Other Uses



Squash is a fall and winter vegetable that has strong nutritional benefits. When preparing squash, however, don't toss the seeds. The seeds can be used for propagating new squash plants, or can be roasted or dehydrated for a healthy snack all winter long. Squash seeds are full of fiber and are also a fun project for kids to prepare and dry.
- Ehow.com

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