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The EE Spring Agenda: A Royal Spa Treatment

Hey Earth’s Enrichers – Let’s Exfoliate!

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Exfoliate

As spring gradually approaches, let’s do some spring-time prep! As we have already mentally prepared ourselves for the new weather, we should also prepare our skin. So break out the organic, all-natural, and healthy skin care products for an in-house royal spa treatment…deluxe!

Speaking of spa treatments, we think Calming Spa Seaweed might be a perfect example of a product to use for a royal spring spa day. Before we get more into why Calming Spa is a perfect example, we have an agenda:

1. Exfoliate
2. Cleanse
3. Moisturize
4. Emerge as Royalty

As we mentioned before, Calming Spa Seaweed is a perfect example (similar to Lavender of the Valley and Lemon Fresh Shea) because it is one of our products that can meet every point on the EE agenda. But, again, we’ll get into that later! Each step on our agenda is important for transforming your winter skin to radiant spring skin.

First things first, exfoliate. Wait, isn’t exfoliating after cleansing? Not exactly– you want to remove the dead skin to effectively rid your body of impurities. After exfoliating with the sugar scrubs, move onto the body bar, which is number 2 on the EE agenda. Using a combination of the bar and your favorite cleansing utensil, lather and lightly scrub your skin. When you exfoliate, you’re removing a dermis or layer of skin to reveal a softer almost new layer of skin. Please be mindful that scrubbing newly exfoliated skin roughly may cause irritation. Although many people prefer to exfoliate in the shower, it can also be done as you take a nice soothing bath.

Before we move on to number 3 on our agenda, there is an optional 2.5 step that we do recommend. Number 2.5 on the agenda is a leisurely soak in bath salts. Hey, exfoliating and cleansing is hard work—you deserve a much needed break. Prepare your tub for a round of soaking. Allow the deliciously warm water to wash over you and the toxins to fade away…relax. Take as long as you’d like—light a candle. Let us know when you’re ready to move on to number 3 on the agenda; we’ll wait.


…are you ready?


Next, shower and rinse the residual salt and impurities from your body. Grab a soft warm towel and lightly dab or gently dry your skin. Remember, this is your new spring skin—it’s almost like a baby’s.

Now number 3 on the agenda is to apply your favorite body balm i.e. moisturize. Watch as the balm brings out your skin’s radiance. Earlier, we used Calming Spa Seaweed as an example of a perfect spa product. The reason why is because we want you to keep the flavor of your spa day consistent. Calming Spa Seaweed, Lavender of the Valley, and Lemon Fresh Shea all have identical body bars, body balms, bath salts, and sugar scrubs. Almost made especially for spa days, right?

Now last but certainly not least, grand number 4 on our agenda. If you would kindly step over to the mirror and say the magic words, Mirror, who is the most radiant of them all?” It’s okay if you whisper back and say you are. ^-^

There, agenda is complete—you have officially finished EE’s version of a royal spa treatment.

We always treat our Earth’s Enrichers the way we want to be treated and a royal spa treatment to get your skin radiant for the spring is definitely what you deserve!

So, now that the sunshine lasts longer and the weather is looking a lot nicer, enjoy some time outside or redecorate and clean—release your creative side! Spring cleaning is for the heart, mind, body, and soul; not just for keeping your environment clean.

The EE 411: Exfoliate – Spa Utensils

In order to get the best spa experience out of our agenda, we recommend you review our blogs on Organic Skin Care: Exfoliating, Organic Skin Care: Cleansing, and Bathing Tools. This will give you more detail and tips on how to better the royal spa experience.

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Welcome Back to Spring …Cleaning

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Welcome to the first week of spring, are you excited? We have to say, this transition from winter to spring has been a little odd if you ask us. So, we are definitely ready for the sunshine, flowers, and spring rain to help clean away the remnants of winter!

Oh, and speaking of cleaning—are you prepared for the season of cleanly maintenance? Spring cleaning is in this season! This is the time of year for yard sales, floor busting cleaning, and redecorating. This is the time to pick a sunny day and get busy. And, you know, spring cleaning has both physical and mental benefits. Not only does cleaning help keep you fit but it helps rid your home of irritants that may have accumulated over the winter.

As you clean, we recommend that you incorporate dusting, vacuuming, air duct cleaning and shampooing (the rugs) to aid in getting rid of any allergens that may irritate your skin like animal hair, dandruff, dust mites, or dead skin cells. Also, changing the bedding, often as you know, can help eliminate those irritants (mites, crumbs, dead skins cells, etc.).

Furthermore, keep the windows open while cleaning to bring in fresh air while dusting and vacuuming so you aren’t inhaling irritating particles or getting too many of those particles in your hair. Last but certainly not least, wearing gloves, scarfs, and protective gear will help keep whatever you’re cleaning out of your hair, lungs, and eyes. Warning: watch out for any critters that may have moved in during the winter, Ick!

Besides actual cleaning, spring cleaning is also about revitalizing a healthier you not just tidying up your place. Winter is the season of keeping warm and staying cooped up in the house but spring is the time to stretch! Release the cob webs and take in a deep breath because spring cleaning is really all about stress relief.


Remember, what Feng Shui means?
Feng Shui is all about harmonizing with your surroundings. In some cases, that means readjusting your surroundings or tapping into your creative side. Creativity or even being active can help release pressure and anxiety. Doing things like cleaning or redecorating gives you something to do— in addition to be a type of fitness or exercise—and when you have finished your spring task there is a big sense of accomplishment or relief. Spring is like an open door to get away or change what needs changing whether it’s your surroundings or your actions!


So, now that the sunshine lasts longer and the weather is looking a lot nicer, enjoy some time outside or redecorate and clean—release your creative side! Spring cleaning is for the heart, mind, body, and soul; not just for keeping your environment clean.

The EE 411: Soul Spring Cleaning Tips

We encourage you to carpe diem or seize the day. Take some time to whoosa and harmonize with your surroundings while enjoying what spring has to offer. By this we mean:

        • Taking a walk in the park.
        • Or if the weather isn’t quite the right temp. for you, go to a room in your house and open all blinds and curtains. Find a place to be peaceful.
        • Meditate both indoors and out.
        • Take up some Yoga, which can also be an indoors or outdoors activity.
        • For actual Spring Cleaning, make it a party—put on some music and dance the mess away.
        • Take a break from the video games that have sustained you during winter and go outside and play.

These are just a few examples but we hope we can give you an idea of what we mean and where to start. We want to leave you with this today: Have fun this spring and don’t worry so much. The world isn’t expecting you to be perfect so it will settle for your best! Take care of yourself, your health, and your happiness—you deserve it!

(This post was brought to you by Earth’s Enrichments.  Similar posts can be found by visiting our Blog.  More information about our  company and products (USDA Certified Organic Soaps, Organic Bath Salts, Organic Sugar Scrubs, Organic Body Balms, Organic Lip Balms and Organic Hair Care) can be found on our Website. Thank you Earth’s Enricher!) 

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Skincare – Bentonite Clay

Skincare – Bentonite Clay

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Now, clay is more than pottery making material. It’s a skin care regiment that helps create healthy, blemish-free skin. We bet you all didn’t know that, did you? Check it out–that stuff people put on their faces that makes them look like ghosts, bentonite clay, is an ingredient in some of those masks. The very clay we use in our Calming Spa Seaweed bar soaps.

Bentonite clay can appear as an off-white, powdery substance when it is alone. Its skin care purposes are to remove blemishes, wrinkles, lines, detoxify skin, treat itchy skin, and leave your body feeling refreshed. It also can help relieve skin infections like eczema. Bentonite clay is definitely worth giving a try.

It may not be the most exciting looking skin care ingredient but it is one of the most helpful. Imagine that calcium rich substance working its magic on your skin, returning it back to its smooth, milky texture one step at a time. Or if you’re looking to relieve your body of all its toxins, simply add a little bentonite clay in that warm bath and you’ve got yourself an instant detoxifying brew.

Oh, we almost forgot! Bentonite clay is actually good for your hair too. It can moisturize your hair while cleaning and removing any build up. It can also encourage hair growth and prevent hair loss leaving your hair silky and smooth. That’s a game changer for any clay—we see you googling bentonite clay and we approve!

The EE 411: Why we use it?

So, we have incorporated some bentonite clay into our Calming Spa Seaweed body bars, keeping your silky smooth skin in mind, helping to protect it from blemishes, spots, wrinkles and skin irritations. Also incorporated in calming spa seaweed is rosemary mint and seaweed, which both hold super great benefits for your skin.

Share with us: What else do you know about bentonite clay?

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Health and Living – Getting Rid of Bugs

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It seems like summer has brought along a few unwanted guests—it is the season of bugs. The bees, the flies, and mosquitos are at their best so let us get you some useful tools to stay ahead of the game. No one likes unwanted pests invading their home, car, or personal space so pay close attention.

Public Enemy #1: Bees and Wasps

Bees and wasps are two totally different species with very different agendas. Wasps seem to have no purpose and are the meanest things in the world—their objective is to protect their territory and once seen should be dealt with immediately. Bees have a tendency to keep to themselves and want to produce honey, others have a ridiculous obsession with wood and those are called wood carpenter bees.

When dealing with carpenter bees there is the brave way and the cautious way. If you have a house with a wooden frame, a carpenter bee may be drawn to it. These bees oddly hoover around the area in which they are interested. They have all black bottoms without yellow. Like all bees and wasps, they are inactive at night, so the cautious way to deal with them is to spray citrus scents around the areas you have seen them hovering. Then block any area you have seen as a possible entryway.

Alternatively, if you are just fed up and having a bad day, they make good targets for badminton and tennis rackets—of course, this is the brave way. Their hovering habit makes them good and easy targets, lay a heavy firm swat on them to take ‘em out. Just so you know, we do not recommend you do that because the repercussions are a good stinging. We recommend that you use the citrus spray and block off all entrances to the frame of your house.

Citrus spray also works well on bumblebees and wasps—it only works as a blockade not an instant killer. Spraying the bees or wasps directly will only make it mad so do not do it! Spraying early in the morning around your house should keep them from wanting to come near. In addition, cogging any area you believe they are entering. We strongly recommend calling a professional to deal with them if natural repellants do not help.

Public Enemy #2: Mosquitoes

Remember, when dealing with mosquitoes, lemongrass does the trick to help keep them away because of the citronella. Most bugs cannot stand anything citrus or citronella based. Using our lemongrass body balm will help fight off the bugs and keep them away—sweet right!

Public Enemy #3: Flies

Flies are one of the most disgusting creatures on earth and the best way to deal with them is keeping the area of your house clean, garbage-free, and feces-free. Second, plants like lavender and mint tend to fend them off. So a little mint oil and lavender candles burning around the house are a nice and comfortable way to keep them at bay. Oddly enough, flies hate vodka. If you happen to have some lying around you can fill a sponge with it, place it in a bag, and hang it or place it strategically around your home but out of the reach of children. If vodka is not the route for you then lemongrass and cloves also repel flies.

The EE 411: Safety First

When it comes to these nuisances, there are simple things we can do to make life with them easy. Trying some of these natural methods may make a big difference when summer comes around. Please do not put yourself in harm’s way or at any risk. If it is something you cannot handle, call a professional and use safety precautions until then. Especially if you are allergic to some of these pests and many of these critters can be dangerous aside from allergens. Always keep your health and safety in mind!

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Organic Skin Care – Mother’s Day: For Her Personality

Organic Skin Care Mothers Day For Her

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Organic Skin Care - Mother's Day: For Her Personality
Organic Skin Care – Mother’s Day: For Her Personality

Roses are red, violets are blue. We want your mother to be happy, and so do you! It’s the five day countdown to Mother’s Day and last week we dropped you some hints as to what to get her. Do you remember? Something special from your heart and something healthy for her skin.

We suggest you take care of mom, just like she takes care of you. So get her something to make her skin glow and feel rejuvenated for spring/summer like our Lemon Fresh Shea collection. It helps hydrate and illuminate, while also keeping the spring/summer pests away like bugs.

Or maybe you want to encourage her to take a breather and relax this Mother’s Day with a nice comfy home spa treatment, our Calming Spa Seaweed team could do the trick. Not only does it have seaweed and rosemary mint to help detoxify and de-stress your body but it makes for a lovely bath.

No wait, we’ve got it! You want your mother to get her groove on this Mother’s Day and enjoy herself. We have two “wing-women” that could inspire invigoration, revitalizing, and cleansing of her skin to get her ready to go out. You’ve heard of our Chai La Tea and Fresh Ground Java, right?

Then again, if she does just want to relax, Lavender of the Valley is the way to go. The Lavender of the Valley collection will help create a soothing atmosphere. A nice warm bath and music would help her unwind–she may appreciate the sentiment.

The EE 411: Our Offer

Once you decide what collection is best for your mother, we would like to offer you our Mother’s Day Special. 

Choose from our wide range of skin care products and when you Buy 1 you will Get 1 FREE. 

Our products can be ordered online at www.earthsenrichments.com or purchased and pick-up directly from our facilities (please call 1.888.958.5687). This special is good Monday, April 27 – Monday, May 11, 2015 only.

 

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Organic Skin Care – Mother’s Day: Special Place in Her Heart

Organic Skin Care - Mother's Day - Special Place in Her Heart
Happy Mother’s Day

Hey Earth’s Enrichers 

Next week is Mother’s Day Y’all!  Do you have any idea what to get her? Our goal for every Mother’s Day is to top the last one. So we have a few suggestions for you that are great for her health and mind and that will find a special place in her heart.

Before you start panicking, take the time to think of why you are looking for the best gift possible.  It’s because this is the day that you celebrate your mother.  So, take the time to reflect on her importance. Think about what she means to you and how you feel about her. Thank her for this year and for how much she’s been there for you.

After you have taken the time to brainstorm, write your thoughts down on a card or letter.  This will create something personal for her to keep along with her gift. This way, when she looks back on this day, she will always have a memento to remind her of the thought that you put into making it memorable. This extra expression of your love will make this year’s gift very special!

The EE 411: Keeping her Health in Mind

When we were kids, mommas would take care of our every need. They would feed us, dress us, hug us and kiss us.  They would also bathed us and made sure our skin was properly cared for. This meant that they would check the products they used to make sure they were right for their baby’s skin.

Now, as an adult, you should return the favor and get her something that looks out for her skin care needs and makes her happy!  As always, we will make it easy for you.  We provide an organic skin care line that we think is the best option for your moms’ skin.  We are sure that she will enjoy using our products and they will make her very happy. 

Therefore, we would like to offer you our Mother’s Day Special.   Choose from our wide range of skin care products and when you Buy 1 you will Get 1 FREE.  Our products can be ordered online at www.earthsenrichments.com or purchased and pick-up directly from our facilities (please call 1.888.958.5687). This special is good Monday, April 27 – Monday May 11, 2015 only.

Thank you for your continued support.  We hope that you have a wonderful Mother’s Day!

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Organic Skin Care – Spring Cleaning

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Organic Skin Care Spring Cleaning

Spring is finally settling in place and summer is about to follow. Besides all of the diets and physical activity, what are you doing to prepare your skin for the summer? Yea, that’s what we thought—not many people know that preparing your skin for summer is an actual thing. There are certain steps that you might want to take in order to protect your skin from the upcoming heat and sun.

A total body cleansing, this means cleansing, exfoliating, and moisturizing.  Getting a head start on clearing acne or skin irritations before the heat and sweat irritate it is a great way to prepare for the summer. Not only are you clearing your skin for a great natural even tan but you are one step closer to smoother healthier skin.

After working on clearing your skin from acne, exfoliating your winter skin will also help smooth it out and make it glow. As you all know, exfoliation is when you scrub with a bathing tool that is a little rougher than a washcloth which can scrub off the dead skin lingering behind. Doing this can prevent random bits of embarrassing flaking that can happen throughout the day.

Moisturizing will restore the moisture that the exfoliating could take away to get rid of the dry skin. It helps bring out your skin’s natural glow and reduce dry flaking. Also during your moisturizing process, try to incorporate natural organic products that contain sun protection. This way your skin is getting all the nutrients it needs and protection from the sun’s UV rays.

There are other ways to get your skin ready for the summer but these are the basic and affordable first steps. The next step is getting those winter toes ready for sandals and flip-flops—a perfect excuse for a pedicure and manicure! If you have been saving all winter, treat yourself to a spa/makeover treatment. Remember; know your skin so that you do not over-do or under-do cleansing, exfoliation, or moisturizing.  This way you will be one step ahead of the sun.

The EE 411: 

Other ways to prepare your skin for the summer:

  • Hydration- removing sodas from your diet and drinking plenty of water helps keep your skin clear and readies you for the heat.
  • If you live in large city/industrial/or dusty area, keep wipes or hand sanitizer with you to relieve your skin of dirt that can irritate or clog pores.
  • Given that the weather patterns have been little weird, make sure you pay attention to the temperature and dress appropriately.
  • We were serious about a run to the spa or a home mani and pedi! It helps for when you do want to wear those sandals.

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Living Healthy – High Fiber Diets

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As you all can see, springtime is trying its very best to break in and leave winter behind.  When spring will surely be here is quite uncertain, but it is never too late to start getting ready. Some of you can feel springtime in your bones—although the weather does not scream spring just yet—you have started cleaning, airing out your houses, and getting into shape for those cute little dresses and shorts.

This is the diet season when everyone launches into the routine get-ready-for-spring-and-summer habits. One of those most popular diets known to help individuals lose weight are the high fiber diets. This week we’ll discuss the good and bad about high fiber diets. We will also give you some tips to help avoid or aid constipation that can result from ingesting too much fiber.

High fiber diets are a common and “easy” way to lose a few pounds. It requires that you add and consume more foods that are fibrous in your diet. Fiber makes passing food easier and has fewer calories that can linger in the body and turn into unnecessary fats. Nonetheless, this diet can go south quick.

High Fiber diets require precautions just like any other diet. You must regulate it and you must insure that you are ingesting the right amount of EVERYTHING you need. It is always risky to take on a diet that has a particular focus. In this case, fiber can make certain bodily functions easier but it can also make it harder for them to do their functions. Consuming too much fiber can cause constipation, which, like the tightening of braces, is something no person wants to voluntarily go through.

In addition, calories are important and are where your body gets its fuel for energy. Their purpose is to be ingested and burned off during your everyday activities. When too much of them are ingested and not worked off over a certain period of time they can become stored in the body as permanent fats. Hence, it is wise to watch your calorie intake, even with fiber-rich foods. That is right; the Calorie Counters are not all that crazy.

Last, as always, consult a professional when taking on a diet. Doing so can help you personalize your diet to work better for you. It also reduces unnecessary risk. Moreover, doing research about diets or other nutrition facts could spare you any surprises.

The EE 411: Avoidance and Alleviation of Constipation

Eating too much fiber can cause constipation. The best way to avoid it is to not overload your body with fiber. Fiber is a natural element that is present in most foods. It can be used to alleviate constipation but if you over do it, you could exacerbate the issue. An adult needs an average of 14 to 15 grams per day but, of course, it is better to seek a professional to give you the personalized dosage you may need.

The best way to alleviate and avoid constipation:

  • Drink plenty of water
  • Incorporate some “roughage” in your diet like green fresh vegetables
  • Incorporate a good amount of fiber in your diet, but don’t make it your entire diet
  • Herbal teas
  • Exercise and stay physically active
  • Be patient if you’re constipated—rushing a constipated bowel movement can cause even more pain
  • Stretch and use some yoga positions—walk around and get everything moving

If all else fails, consult a professional and determine what kind of laxatives or stool softeners you may need.  Hopefully, this information will help you in your steps to discovering relief and taking on a high fiber diet.

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Health and Living – The Many Phases of Migraines

 

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Migraines are a common problem for many individuals and can become major hindrances in everyday tasks. One of the first questions is: what is the difference between a normal headache and a migraine.

Headaches tend to be rather easy to get rid of and can be dealt with minor pain meds or reduction of stress.  Migraines, on the other, are a lot more difficult to get rid of as the pain becomes more severe. The best way to stop a migraine is to catch it before it becomes too severe, but how do you know when you have a migraine? Once you get it, how can you stop it?

Migraines can come with the following symptoms:

  • Blurred vision
  • Loss of appetite
  • Nausea or vomiting , abdominal pain or upset stomach
  • Paleness
  • Sensitivity to light, noises
  • Sensitivity to odor or scents
  • Dizziness
  • Seeing spots or slight distortions
  • Fatigue
  • Fever

A lot of the symptoms vary depending on the individual; not all people with migraines will have light sensitivity or a fever. It’s best if you feel these symptoms coming about to get yourself in a safe place and relax to determine the severity of the oncoming migraine.

Dealing with a migraine can come in many fashions. Some individuals can rest and sleep off the pain. This option may not be plausible for individuals who are always on the go and can’t just stop to rest. There are over the counter pain relievers that are known to help relieve the pain. If they do not work or if you are unsure, it is best to see your doctor or a professional who can give you the best advice on how to deal with the pain.

If you have never experienced a migraine before and suddenly find yourself in a predicament where you can’t relieve the pain, try to pace your breathing. Whatever you do, do not cry because you will put unnecessary tension in the area of the pain and cause it to worsen. Find a friend, family member or coworker to drive you to a hospital or a care facility. It is best to get yourself to a place where professionals can help you ease the pain safely with your health in mind.

The EE 411: The Four Phases

There are four phases to a migraine that help you identify what it is and when it is coming.

The first phase is Prodrome. This can happen one to two days before a migraine and tends to cause small changes in behavior or habits. This can include cravings for certain foods, constipation, depression, hyperactivity, irritability, uncontrollable yawning, and neck stiffness.

The second phase is called Aura. This can happen either before or during a migraine. This can include visual phenomenon (seeing spots, bright spots, or varying shapes), vision loss, pins and needle sensations in the arms and legs, or loss of speech/language function (aphasia). 

The third phase is called Attack and this is when the migraine sets in. This can include pain on one or both sides of the head, painful throbbing or pulsating, sensitivity to light and sound or smells, blurred vision, nausea and vomiting, and light headedness.

The fourth phase is called the Postdrome and it occurs after the migraine is over. It is associated with extreme exhaustion or feeling drained. Sometimes people feel mild euphoria.

We hope this information helps you and that it has informed you of the severity of migraines. They are not meant to be taken lightly and anyone who has them should be considered with the utmost care. Please continue to do more research on your own time and remember to do what is best for your body.

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Healthy Lifestyle – Goal Setting

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Having aspirations and goals can give you the drive you need to be successful in life. Not having anything to work towards or a sense of purpose can lead you astray. You may find yourself not wanting to do anything and settling for average. We at EE would like to sway you to do otherwise—Set a Goal! Even if it’s just a small one, no goal is unimportant.

The sense of achievement that comes from obtaining the goals you set can be priceless. It’s the feeling of accomplishment that keeps you motivated. Take for instance someone who is afraid of rollercoasters who is convinced to ride one at an amusement park. This person waits nervously in line. The anticipation of the rollercoaster makes them anxious and they start to look for means of escaping, but the time to board draws near. The person gets on the ride and as it slowly creeps up to its first plummet, the feeling to faint threatens to take over. All of a sudden the coaster drops and the person finds him/herself on a thrill—dipping, whirling, screaming screams he/she didn’t even know they were capable of—then the ride’s over. The person gets off the ride feeling a sense of accomplishment and awe. They think that it wasn’t so bad and that it was over quite quickly. This person may even consider getting on another ride.

The point is that goal setting and achieving that goal is not as easy as people think.  You have to make the decision and choose the goals you want to accomplish. Once that decision is made, you have to stick to it. On your way to achieving that goal, you may start looking for every way out. Don’t give in because before you know it, you will have gotten closer to achieving your goal. It may seem like the world is standing in your way and/or that you don’t have enough time to be successful, but you do! Don’t let the anticipation make you anxious and turn you away from what may frighten you, or you may miss your opportunity.

If you stay strong, you will find that you have reached your goal before you know it. Perseverance will allow blessings to come your way because of the amount of work you put in. Your patience and courage will help you accomplish something you didn’t think was possible. Have faith in yourself, and remember the feeling that comes with accomplishment because it will keep you motivated.

The EE 411:  Goal Setting, Motivation, GOAL!!!

There are some standard guidelines for setting goals:

  1. Brainstorm: Think about what you want to achieve and why. This could take anywhere from hours to a day or two. Don’t rush yourself because you have to know what you want.
  2. Prepare Yourself: After you have discovered what you want to achieve, do some research. Find out what it will take, how long it usually takes, what all it encompasses, etc. Make sure you get a handle on everything you need.
  3. Blue Print: Draft out the main or long-term goal and the steps or short-term goals you will need to take to achieve the long-term goal.
  4. Timeline: On your blue print, map out how long it will take YOU to achieve this goal. Chart out on a calendar when you will achieve these events.
  5. Goal Contract: Write out your main (long-term) goal and the steps you will be taking (or short-term goals) out. Make it detailed, and then find a witness to sign this contract. This witness will be responsible for helping you achieve this goal by not letting you out of it. (Choose someone you are close to that will be assertive and adamant).
  6. Begin!

The Key to Motivation:

Motivation comes in many shapes and sizes. It can be material things or objects, a feeling, or a treat you’d like to give yourself. By definition, motivation is the general desire or means for an individual to do something. So even a person’s reasons for setting a goal could keep them motivated. To help remind them of their motivation, use reinforcers. These can be little rewards that can be merited when a step is achieved. However, make sure the award doesn’t set you back. For instance, if your goal is to quit your shopaholic tendencies, the reward shouldn’t be a shopping spree. Make the rewards moderate and plausible like a trip to the movies. Take the rewards as an opportunity to try something new!

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