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Favorite Photo of the Week

Photo was taken by Laura U. from her backyard in Westlake Village, CA

 

   

 

Reminds me why I live in Southern California.  75-80 degrees on this beautiful day in March!

Spiritual Gifts - What are yours?

  It's my belief that we are all given very special and unique gifts in our lives.  How and when we chose to use them is up to us.  I met a beautiful woman who has been blessed with gifts she shares with others in a unique and personal way.  Meet Michelle Kapture of 4 Energy Healing

About Michelle:

  Michelle began her own path of healing in her early 20's when she earned her Master's degree in Counseling.  She found it cathartic to study human behavior and the workings of the mind.  A practice of yoga and meditation eventually led her to become a certified yoga teacher.  This transition opened her up to a new level of self-awareness.  During the next several years, while teaching yoga she immersed herself in understanding the process of energy and healing.  She also earned certifications in both Reiki and Life Coaching.  The culmination of all these studies, along with Michelle's own natural gifts, led her to develop her own unique energy technique.

What was your inspiration to begin your "Energy Healing and Intuitive Coaching" business?

  I was inspired to open my energy healing business because I wanted to help others release the emotional pain that is standing in their way of cultivating self-worth and self-love which allows each of us to live happier, healthier lives.  Energy Healing has truly helped me release many old emotions and behavioral patterns that were causing me pain within myself and in my relationships.  Many years ago I was told by my spiritual mentor that I would be doing this kind of healing for others by going through my own healing and understanding the process and the rewards. 

What Challenges have you overcome to succeed in your business?

  The challenges I face are raising 3 children, being a full-time Mother, and having the energy and time to focus on me and what I need to do to cultivate a thriving business of my dreams.  Sometimes I feel pulled in so many directions and I need to go to my yoga/meditation practice to stay grounded and present. Because of my obligations to my children and husband and his 2 children, I have had to really practice staying true to myself and I want I want to do for myself and others.

  Having gotten to know Michelle, I am impressed with her depth of knowledge and passion for helping others.  So much so, she shared with me, she is currently working on a Donation basis. What a model of commitment to what she does and her genuine desire to assist others!

  You can reach Michelle at www.4energyhealing.com or at 818.825.0076

What you should know about acne

What is Acne? Acne is the visible end result of inflamed hair follicles, or pores, caused by excess sebum or dead skin cells. Sebum is oil in the skin and, in combination with skin bacteria, results in inflammation and pimples.

Causes of Acne:

Hormonal changes - during puberty these changes cause an increase in oil production. Adult acne is common in females and is due to hormonal fluctuations from premenstrual changes, pregnancy and menopause.

Stress - While stress does not cause acne, it does aggravate the acne condition. Stress causes hormonal fluctuations and increased sebum production.

Bacteria - Can come from hands touching or scratching face, phone use, and wearing hats.

Family History - One of the main causes of acne is family history. Acne does tend to run in families.

Foods - There is evidence that links skim milk, cottage cheese, & cream cheese to acne. In addition, foods high in carbohydrates are another contributing factor.

What to do to help prevent Acne?

1) Include green leafy vegetables in diet. Drink plenty of water to flush toxins out of your body.

2) Change pillowcases often, dead skin cell, dander, mites and dust can all clog pores and result in breakouts.

3) Exercise moderately as it helps in blood circulation and elimination of toxins.

 

4) Do not wash skin excessively. Twice a day, with an organic blemish cleanser such as Parisian's Pure Indulgence "Clairifiant" is perfect. Be sure not to use abrasive cleansers. Treat breakouts with plant based products that contain ingredients like Activated Charcoal (draws toxins out of pores), and organic salicylic acid (antimicrobial).

 5) Choose "non-comedogenic" products to reduce acne. These are products that do not clog pores. 

 Parisian's Pure Indulgence is always here to help. Feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns here

Meeting Face to Face

Today was a great day!  First of all, I'm feeling better after one full week of being under the weather.  Next, my daughter Brianna and I spent the entire day at the Natural Products Expo West.  Being around so many business owners that believe in the importance of keeping their products pure, organic, and green, makes me realize what good company I'm in. 

First thing I did was look up someone very special to the beauty Industry and to Parisian's Pure  Indulgence,  Dennis and Kayla F.  Kayla has been a mentor to me in many ways (although she is much younger than I).  She is incredibly knowledgeable, successful, and a lovely, down to earth woman.  She is also the formulator of many of my products.  I rely on her expertise often. 

I remember her encouragement, when five years ago, I called her and told her about the little sugar scrub I had just created.  I was asking her questions about how to best preserve my sugar scrub, naturally.  She may not even remember that call, but she was so helpful, and I soon realized she was someone I could trust. We have gotten to know each other over the years, but today was the first day I got to meet her face to face. 

We learned we have something else in common, our love for Chocolate!  Kayla introduced me to her favorite Organic Chocolate by a company called "Equal Exhange." It's obvious that Kayla is as passionate about health & well-being as I am. She shared with me that she does not eat any refined sugars and bakes with agave instead.  I was surprised to learn she even has time to bake! 

This high energy woman championed indie businesses last year, when she traveled to Washington DC to challenge the FDA Globalization Act (with a group of 3 other dynamic women).  This act would have put many boutique cosmetic companies out of business.  Today, it appears some changes have been made to the Act. Our voice was heard!

We had a chance to sit down and discuss the climate of our industry in this economy.  We both shared that while people are being more cautious with their spending.  They are indeed still spending on skin care.  The "Natural" skin care companies seem to have an edge, as more and more, customers are becoming aware of what they want, and don't want in their skin care treatments.

One of the first things Brianna and I noticed when we met Kayla, is how beautiful and flawless her skin is.  Hmm, wonder why :-)

The Beauty of a Flower

Favorite Foto Friday

and the winner is...

@jareason

 

Photo Credit:  Jerri Ann Reason

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Mama likes it easy

How would some organization help you right now?

  I'm preparing to see my accountant this week, and right now I'm contemplating the bottom of my desk.   Hmmm, used to be here somewhere under all this paperwork.  Makes me realize how a bit of year round organization would make this job easier and my desk more visible!

  One of my favorite things to do with this blog is to feature other entrepreneurs and what makes them do what they do.  I would like to introduce a Mom who takes organization very seriously and because of it, helps other Mom's lives run smoother.  Meet Carrie, founder of "Mama likes it easy."

                                                                                   Carrie and I met at a Heartlink Networking Group meeting (notice our name tags).  I could see right away, Carrie has a passion for helping others.  She is a dynamic young woman who inspires me to become more organized.  Here's her story:

  When my children were younger (have 3), I noticed there was a large selection of day planners available, but none of high quality for Mothers.  The best I could find were cheap, plastic spiral bound planners, with nothing special to offer.  Running a home is a full-time job! Just an an executive needs a planner that serves all his or her business details, Moms need to treat their "job" more seriously.  I designed a durable (ready to sustain coffee spills and kid snot) yet luxurious, three-ring binder, stuffed full of planning categories just for Mothers.

  I asked Carrie what the biggest challenge of owning her own business has been:  The biggest challenge I have faced in my business has been thinking of creative ways to market my planners in a difficult fiscal economy.  I'm making good progress, but wow, I didn't think it would be this much work!

  The biggest success I have had, is hearing from customers who purchase my products and are now coming back for more.  They LOVE their planners.  It's thrilling to develop a product & logo completely from scratch and see women actually become better moms by owning my planner. My customers have expressed that they are much more productive in their day-to-day lives, less stressed, and make better use of their time and money.  This is what it's all about for me--helping others Moms.

  One of the things that impresses me about Carrie's planners is the category for "Usernames" and "Passwords."  Such a great idea!  How many of us can quickly find this info?  Mine is scribbled all over a folder!  Visit Carrie's web site,  www.mamalikesiteasy.com to see her fabulous "Stress-reducing" planners and more.

  What part of your life could use a little organization?  For me, it's more like, what part of my life "couldn't" use more organization.