As I sit here quietly celebrating our 19th wedding anniversary thinking of my dear hubby who is away, it triggers thinking about a few questions I have been asked lately in my role as a Marriage Celebrant... So what makes a good marriage? Does it last? Is it a bed of roses? And is it everything you expected it to be? Oh if only it was a simple resounding yes to them all! But really, anyone would know that to have a good marriage it takes a massive amount of commitment, love, forgiveness, patience and oils of course! (Read More)
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Natural Remedies For Babies
As mothers we get to enjoy the wonderful stages of our babies like, the first smile, the gurgles and giggles, the first words and first steps, and the never ending pleasures they bring to our lives. But there are all the little problems to endure as well, like cradle cap, nappy rash, colic, teething, coughs and colds, bumps and bruises. And if you manage to get through these unscathed, then in our eyes you are definitely a mummy heroine! (Read More)
Aromatherapy For Lovers
Who needs a day in the year to tell your soul mate you love them? Is it a great reminder? And a special chance to do something nice? Or is Valentines Day just some big marketing ploy to get you to spend truck loads on flowers, chocolates and champagne!! Whatever your thoughts and regardless of February the 14th as a date - it is a reminder about a divine truth and that is LOVE! (Read More)
Love Is In The Air
With Valentines Day just around the corner now is the time to look closely at your relationship, take some time to do something special and give it a good old fashioned dose of ROMANCE! Like the relationship with yourself, a good loving relationship with a partner requires regular care, nurturing, time and attention. It needs constant check-ups and check-ins with one another. Often people say they wish they had that excitement and thrill they had at the beginning of their relationship; understand that while you can still work at creating the excitement, what you are gaining as your relationship grows with time is something a lot deeper. Unfortunately we live in a consumer society and this is often reflected in our relationships. If someone is not happy, without much thought they just up and leave. (Read More)
How To Get That Sense Of Connectedness!
Feeling connected is an inner experience; it is a knowing that you have meaningful links with the people and world around you, including yourself. Unfortunately most of us keep ourselves so busy with life trying to get ahead, trying to cope, trying to please people, trying to get through the day, that without even realising it we have lost our connection with the vital things that help us achieve our life’s desires. Being connected with others is vital to your health and wellbeing on many levels so let’s explore the areas where we believe you need to stay connected: (Read More)
Everyday Aromatherapy - How To Use Essential Oils Daily
We are both deeply committed to the art of aromatherapy. We met through our love of essential oils and always knew it would forevermore be a part of our lives. We started on this aromatic journey over twenty years ago and have embraced its virtues every day since. Many ask how we incorporate them into each day so here is a taste! (Read More)
STRESS - The Worrying Effects And How To Overcome It
Australian employees are absent for an average of 3.2 working days each year through stress. This workplace stress costs the Australian economy approximately $14.2 billion. To know that 90% of all illnesses are related to stress and that every book available at Amazon based on health and relaxation there are double the number related to stress it's fair to say then it is a big topic that effects a lot of people. Well, with the release of our own new book this year on 'Stress', here is a sneak preview on some interesting facts that can help combat it. (Read More)
Exercise Is Not A Dirty Word!
'To know a person’s experience from the past, examine the body now. To know a person’s body in the future, examine their experiences now.' Deepak Chopra. The human body was designed to be active and MOVE. You cannot achieve optimum health and vitality if you are sedentary – no matter how good your diet is! Physical activity supports all your body functions – it strengthens your heart and lungs, builds strong healthy muscles and gives you that wonderful sense of well being as your brain releases ‘feel good’ endorphins each time you exercise. (Read More)
Getting back to Natural Skincare
The journey to great health is exciting. We just love what Cyndi O’Meara from Changing Habits Changing Lives teaches. It is real, it is common sense and it is quite simply delicious! Getting back to nature and connecting with the healing life-force within nature is the only true way to gain vibrant health.
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Top Essential Oils For Relieving Pain
Essential oils can be very helpful when it comes to dealing with pain including muscle tension, neuropathy, migraine, and inflammation. They are a wonderful addition to your pain management and often help to reduce the need for other medications. (Read More)











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