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New Year, New Healthier You

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Goals for 2017
Goals for 2017

Happy New Year! I hope you all had a good time bidding 2016 goodbye. It was filled with a lot of great memories, learning experiences, and moments that some of us would like to forget. Nevertheless, 2016 is now history and 2017 is here! Time for New Year’s Resolutions and a better, healthier you!

We are serious about healthier beginnings here at EE. We would like to personally welcome you to the New Year with a challenge. We challenge you to start this year off right with healthier decisions whether it’s better fitness, nutrition, skin care, financial health, and/or better stress management.

Health is a broad subject and doesn’t just limit itself to what is put on or in your body. Being healthy means finding a perfect balance between your soul, environment, mind, and body. So make sure you take the time you need for you! When your environment starts to get too overwhelming and your soul, mind and body can’t take it anymore, center yourself with meditation, music, a vacation, or treat yourself to a nice massage (*whispers* You deserve it).

On the other hand, what you put in and on your body is still very important, so EE also challenges you to read labels and look up ingredients you can’t pronounce. Research how those ingredients could affect your health. Start taking the all-natural and organic route because it can be the better option—or at least try it… it doesn’t hurt to try it. 

Last but not least, the most important we think, take the time to LAUGH! We said it, laugh. Humor can be the fix for almost any problem. Take a moment and listen to your favorite comedian, google some memes, read a comic strip or something. A good giggle is good for you, it’s practically science. Okay, maybe not science but it does help relieve stress and diffuse tense situations.

I think those are all the challenges we have for you today. Remember the gist—we challenge you to find a nice healthy balance between your mind, body, environment and soul. Take some you time if needed and sneak in some giggles daily to relieve stress. Also, try new things like all-natural and organic options, which can be better for you!!!

Share with Us: What are some of your New Year’s Resolutions?

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Suntans & Sunburns

Sunburns and Suntans
Sun tanning in sun hat and sunglasses.

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Suntans v. Sunburns.  As we all know very well, the sun is a power tool and a reason for vacation. The sun, family, fun, ocean—all blissful motivations for going to the beach—but our point is that with the sun and the beach comes sand, tans and sunburns!

So how do you know you’re prepared for a tan and how do you know when your tan becomes sunburn. The first thing to take into consideration is the fairness of your skin—lighter skin burns more easily. So in addition to the general tips we give you, take extra precautions if you’re a member of the lighter complexion.

With that being said, what is a suntan? A suntan is a browning of skin caused by exposure to the sun. This is similar to the cooking of a rotisserie chicken, so if you leave the chicken in there too long, it burns. The really cool nerdy part of a suntan is basically the stimulation of melanocytes from UV radiation, which encourages your skin to produce more melanin and darkens pigment.

Isn’t it neat how your skin reacts to the environment? We think it’s pretty extraordinary—a tan done right can produce beautifully golden skin and wonderful result. The best thing to do at that point is to keep it moisturized and clean.

Now, without proper protection and staying in the rotisserie oven too long, a sunburn could be produced. A sunburn occurs when there is a delayed reaction from UV B-erythema, which is caused by an increase in blood flow. The burn usually shows itself in at least 4 hours and peaks between 8 to 24 hours. In other words, in some cases the skin doesn’t take well to the UV and doesn’t absorb it properly. It requires extra protection to not burn in a lot of sun.  On the other hand, if your skin isn’t regularly exposed to the sun, it weakens the skin’s ability to handle the sun. Therefore, completely hiding your skin from the sun isn’t good for health either.  Your body needs vitamin D that the sun provides. So try to find a health balance.

Symptoms of Sunburns:

  1. Redness of skin.
  2. Skin may radiate heat and feel hot to touch.
  3. Pain or tenderness.
  4. Blistering and peeling skin.
  5. Sunburned eyes may feel painful or gritty.
  6. Headache, fever and fatigue if sunburn covers a large area.
  7. In severe cases, faintness, nausea, and vomiting.

The EE 411: Prevention and Best Suntan Practices

Prevention-

  • Sunscreen/sun block
  • Sun hats and caps
  • Umbrellas and beach umbrellas
  • Aloe Vera (helps soothe pain and redness)
  • Find shade
  • Try to avoid prolonged exposure to direct the sun between 10am and 4pm when it’s at its strongest.
  • Sunglasses
  • Loosely fitting clothing

Best Suntan Practices:

  • Always apply suntan or sunblock according to the directions provided. If it says last for 80 minutes and you’re going to be in the sun for 160 minutes, please reapply after the first 80 mins. It is advisable to look after your skin’s safety.
  • Putting up an umbrella on a beach is practically as fashionable as wearing a hat and it’s healthy too. Even use it while walking like if you forgot your sunscreen, you may look silly but your skin will be protected.
  • Wearing sunglasses helps protects your eyes from the sun because they can be damaged by the sun too.
  • Avoid prolonged direct exposure to the sun during the hottest parts of the day which is between 10 am and 4 pm. Go out early mornings and evenings, if you can’t take extra precaution for your type of skin.
  • If burned, do not exfoliate or pick at your skin—it will come off on its own. Gently cleanse and moisturize. If especially painful, try aloe vera to help cool your sunburns.

Share with us: How do you avoid sunburns? What are your best suntan practices?

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Skin Rejuvenation

Skin Rejuvenation

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Rejuvenation, revitalization, and renewal the three best “R’s” that any person likes to hear when picking a skin care product. Think about it.  How about a product with properties that can help bring the life and color back to your skin? Not magic, just organic ingredients that come with certain benefits, of course.

For instance, we use ingredients like aloe vera, coffee, and shea butter, etc. that contain properties that aid in skin repair and help restore your skin’s natural tone. With the addition of these ingredients, we have made skin care products that not only protect your skin, but protect your good looks as well!

Take a moment and imagine yourself on the beach: you begin your day with a nice shower/bath with Fresh Ground Java, which is filled with vanilla and grind coffee beans imbued with the ability to help improve skin tone and perk up your skin. The next step is the swim suit, then sunscreen, and now you’re ready for a tan in the sand! How wonderful is it to know that before you tan naturally you were rejuvenating and restoring your skin organically. Now, that’s a sweet deal if you ask us!

The EE 411: Better Skin Practices for Skin Rejuvenation

Blemishes and random discoloration on the skin tend to be hidden by makeup, which, if not done properly, can clog pores in the skin. Instead of just covering up the blemishes and moving on, why not try natural and organic remedies to help renew your skin tone?

Nothing works overnight and sometimes remedies don’t work the same for everyone– all we ask is that you give it a try or even consult a professional to inquire about some natural remedies which contain properties that support skin rejuvenation and revitalization.

Here are a few of those natural/organic ingredients we use to aid in skin care:

  • Coffee: reduces cellulite, protects against aging and skin damage, and also acts as an exfoliant.
  • Vanilla: guards against damage of skin cells and improves skin tone.
  • Cocoa Butter: fades blemishes and hydrates skin.
  • Aloe Vera: heals dry skin, stimulates cell growth, aids and repairs damaged tissue, and treats various skin conditions such as burns and eczema.
  • Cinnamon: exfoliates and assists with the drying of acne

There are many other natural and organic ingredients that we use to help look after your skin and your good looks. Under each product we list our ingredients and their benefits for you. Our transparency is for your benefit, you deserve to know all the ingredients that you use on your skin!

Share with us: How do you rejuvenate?

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“Ignorance is Not Bliss” – Chemicals in Cosmetics

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The organic and all-natural skin care community seems to have finally been heard! Just a few weeks ago CBS aired a segment about how important it is to know what you are using on your bodies in terms of skin care beauty products like hair products, make-up, soaps, and nail polish. Beware of the chemicals in cosmetics.  As mentioned by Dr. Elizabeth Tanzi in their CBS production, “Ignorance is not bliss.” What have we said every day since we began, Earth’s Enrichers? Skin care is not just important to your outer appearance but also your inner body– know your body and yourself by paying attention to the products you use.

As I mentioned before, we are being heard. Lawmakers are coming together to pass a law that allows the FDA to test whether the amounts of dangerous chemicals like formaldehyde are being used at safe levels. If levels are determined to be too high or dangerous, the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) would have the power to recall the items in question. However, it is our concern that with constant or everyday use of products with even small dosages of harmful chemicals, that it’s still not a healthy choice for your body.

We digress, if Congress is starting to pay attention to the bigger issue, then kudos to us and them for making a stand to change! Stand fast in your home remedies and organic solutions because you, Earth’s Enrichers, are making a difference and taking care of your health from the inside out!

The EE 411: Numbers and Chemicals in Cosmetics

According to “Dangerous chemicals in cosmetics spur action by lawmakers,” Europe bans over 1,000 chemicals from their personal care product formulations. We checked the facts on this one: Page 18 of “the Council Directive” begins the list of chemicals banned from Europe. The U.S., on the other hand, according to CBS only bans 11 of these same chemicals, and this is supported by the FDA’s website.

So again, we urge you to look out for possibly harmful chemicals in your products while paying close attention to hair care, straighteners that may use formaldehyde or hair dye that may use propylparaben (lead acetate); and newer nail polish that lasts more than a week, which may also contain formaldehyde.

Earth’s Enrichers, we are not trying to scare you but we are trying to inform you. Harmful chemicals in skin care products is nothing new, and it has been around since the dawn of skin care products. Awareness is key to making a positive change and it also allows you to explore your options. We make USDA certified organic and all-natural skin care and hair care options because we care about you and you deserve the best. And for you, all-natural, non-GMO, organic, and chemical and paraben- free IS the best!
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Skin Care – Acne Agony

Skin Care - Acne Agony
Skin Care – Acne Agony

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Acne is no subject to joke about, seriously, it’s anyone’s worse nightmare not just a teenager’s. There are various causes and types of acne and in order to prevent unnecessary acne, you must first know your skin. The easiest way to prevent “unnecessary acne” is to register what your skin is like: is it naturally oily or does it tend to be dry? Is it sensitive to certain products? These are questions you should know the answer to because many people can confuse acne with allergic reactions. An allergic reaction is what we like to call “unnecessary acne,” which means it isn’t acne but these reactions can come with all acne’s visible and sometimes uncomfortable affects.

Now that we have the easiest step out of the way, let’s delve further into defining acne. Acne is basically a pimple, spot, whitehead, blackhead, or cyst that can appear on common areas like backs, face, chest, shoulders, or neck. Acne forms when hair, oils and skin cells fuse together trapping and creating bacteria.

The causes of acne have to do with a variety of things like environment, genetics, hygiene, excess oil in the skin, greasy hair, stress and anxiety, hormones, a menstrual cycle, make-up, clogged pores and even pimple squeezing. The idea is to keep the germs and bacteria from spreading and keep your skin clear of too much oil, dirt and bacteria. So kids, this is why it’s important to wash your face every day!

But what about those other factors that can’t really be controlled like stress, anxiety, menstrual cycles, or hormones? How do you prevent those? Those things may not be completely preventable but you can always try. Visit a professional and ask for the root causes of your acne. If it’s stress or anxiety, he/she may recommend something like meditation or some form of stress relief outlet.

For those of you who suffer from acne, keep your heads up! There can be a solution to relieving acne. Knowledge is power, do research, take notes, visit a professional prepared and work together to find a solution.

The EE 411: What are those and what’s the remedy?

WARNING: the content below can be kind of icky especially if you’re not into wanting to know what a whitehead is, etc.

As you all know, there are many different kinds of acne:
Whiteheads- these are pimple-looking spots that have a white tip. They exist under the skin and are usually caused by clogged pores.

Blackheads– these are pimple-looking spots that appear black. They exist near the base of hair follicles and are caused by clogged pores, oil and a buildup of bacteria.

Cystic acne– these are pockets of fluid (I don’t think you want detail on “fluid”) that occurs within tissue and can appear anywhere on the body. They can ache and are similar to (but NOT) a blister. It can be caused by stress and sometimes infection.

Papules– these are little bumps that appear on the skin. They exist near the base of hair follicles and are caused by clogged pores, oil and a buildup of bacteria.

Pustules– these are red bumps that are white at the top because of pus buildup. They exist near the base of hair follicles and are caused by clogged pores, oil and a buildup of bacteria.

Nobules– these are nicely sized red bumps that are sensitive to touch and are embedded in skin. These are the ones you definitely don’t want to try popping. They exist near the base of hair follicles and are caused by clogged pores, oil, and a buildup of bacteria.

Cleanliness is only part of the treatment for taking care of acne; it is not the full solution. Over washing your face can cause just as many problems as not washing it enough. The best line of defense is gently removing any oil or make-up from your skin. Find products that are good for your skin and consult a professional, especially when all else fails.

Share with us: What else do you know about acne?

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Honey – Secrets of the Hive

Honey

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Some of you Earth’s Enrichers know the secret of the hive and others, well, you have just unknowingly stumbled upon it. Honey is the holy grail of holy grails. We bet that some of you make tea and, instead of lumping sugar into it, use honey to bring out the sweetness. If you have not tried honey instead of sugar, we suggest you grab some green tea and try it– it couldn’t hurt.

We mean it, it couldn’t hurt. A teaspoon of raw honey is equal to about 64 fat-free, sodium-free, cholesterol-free calories– Honey, you’ve definitely got it! And get this, honey is more than a sweetener, it’s a preserver– an antibacterial, anti-fungal preserver. Buying a jar of honey seems like a good investment if you ask us. Not only does this precious substance have a great shelf life and offer a health-conscious alternative to sugar, it helps to preserve memories, create energy, suppress coughs, relieve allergies, and much more.

Studies have shown that honey can help boost memories, so having a spoonful every now and again could make you all the wiser. While preserving your memory, you can help suppress that little cough you may have and sleep better at night– multitasking the healthy way! Honey is the go-to-guy for everything– both in internal (as in allergies, coughing, sleep, and energy) and external (treating wounds, burns, sores, dandruff, and infections) health.

The EE 411: Honey – Rules of the Hive

After hearing about all the great secrets of the hive, are you surprised that we put honey in select products? It was one of the best ideas we’ve ever had. Honey Granola Bar Soap was designed to replenish your skin with a silky cleansing that removes dead skin. The point, ladies and gentlemen, is that it leaves your skin feeling soft, supple and replenished. If you don’t believe us yet, you can also try our Honey Vanilla Lip Balm. How much better can it get? The very same ingredients that you can eat together, Oatmeal and Honey, can be used to make your skin healthy. It’s a natural and healthy win and there is no secret in that!

As always, we encourage you to do your own research and learn what is best for your skin. Honey, although great for your skin, comes with its own set of precautions like all natural and organic things. Honey in its raw state can contain certain dirts and bacterias that aren’t harmful to us but can be rough on babies, so please wait at least a year until you try honey on your kiddos to suppress their coughs. That way they can build up enough immunity. Additionally, in some cases, using honey on your skin can feel a tad discomforting similar to a light stinging sensation. If that is the case, we suggest you stop using the honey and ask a dermatologist. 

Another aspect is a honey allergy, which doesn’t happen all too often but if you find that you are allergic, it may be due to pollen found in the honey. Overuse of honey could also lead to the drying out of skin tissue, so be very stingy with how you use this golden substance– you don’t necessarily want the Midas touch. Last but certainly not least, if you’re an individual with diabetes you do not want to place any honey directly on your wounds because it may cause your glucose level to rise. 

Always know yourself, and be prepared when trying out new things. If you have any concerns, call a professional and pick his/her brain just to be safe. I hope we provided you with some awesome info– until next time!

Share with us: What do you think of honey now? Did anything change?

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Organic Skin Care- Store Opening

USDA Organic Skin Care Collection
USDA Organic Skin Care Collection

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We’ve finally done it! What did we do? We set up a store front for customers to come visit and buy! We guess you can say we’re officially open for business.  So, here’s your chance to stop by and see what we’re all about. We are located at 2330 N. Howard St., Baltimore, MD 21218, and you can visit us Monday-Thursday, 9:00am to 4:00pm.

The best part about this is that you don’t have to wait for your order to be delivered. Order online, come in, and pick it up or just come on in and decide when you get here. No pressure—you can take your time and personally check out your options.

If it just so happens that we are a little out of your geographical reach, you can find us in Whole Foods, David’s Natural Market, and Dawson’s Markets. Although in those locations you won’t get to meet us, you can still personally check out our items. Not to mention, you can always order online and receive it at your home—whichever is most convenient for you. 🙂

The EE 411: Let us Re-introduce Ourselves (USDA Organic Skin Care)

Just in case we have any new-comers, let us introduce who we are. We are a USDA Certified Organic and all-natural skin care company. We care about all facets of health that benefit you, our Earth’s Enrichers! So, if we hear of anything that benefits your health, we will personally do our research and let you know about it. And if it has anything to do with skin care, we are already on top of it!

Our motto is Enriched by Earth, Deserved by Everyone, which means we want to provide you with what you may need to look after your health whether it is skin care, mental, or physical health. We ask that you know yourself and do what is best for you—stay up to date on skin and health care by doing your own research too.

We’re here to provide you with top of the line skin care necessities because you deserve it—we’re looking forward to meeting you!


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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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Living Health – Foods that Boost Your Energy

 

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Last week we talked about caffeine and how too much could possibly be detrimental to your health. Since we alerted you about caffeine risks, we thought we should give you some other options and means to boost your energy throughout the day. So, just for trivia, what is the most natural way to boost energy?

The answer: Eat! The body usually builds energy from sustenance. Carbohydrates help produce fuel for your body. Eating the right things throughout the day can help your body maintain energy. Perhaps, you may not have to turn to caffeine if you find out what foods provide you with the appropriate amount of energy.

Carbohydrates are meant to be burned off since one of their major purposes is to fuel your body. This is an important aspect to keep in mind when you are eating foods that contain them. It may be counterproductive to overeat the needed amount just as it is counterproductive to under eat. Make sure you don’t skip meals and snack regularly. Not eating properly is a perfect way to zap energy and cause you to turn to not-so-healthy immediate options.

Foods, drinks, or snacks with a lot of sugar will give you a rapid fire of energy, but only for a moment. This can also result in negative health effects and crashing. Trust us, there is nothing worse than a sugar crash when you need to keep moving.

Remember, there are plenty of opportunities throughout the day to sneak in nutrition. It is up to you to determine which of those are the best opportunities. When you are working at your desk starting to feel tired and your stomach growls– pull out an apple or trail mix. It will help keep you stimulated throughout the day.

The EE 411: Foods that Boost Your Energy

To keep you on your toes at work and give you a bit of variety, here are some selections that can help keep you energized throughout the day:

  • Eggs- consist of proteins that help repair your body’s energy after sleeping and boosts you for the day.
  • Brown Rice- has proteins and carbs that help produce energy
  • Fruits- natural sugars, glucose, that your body is better at metabolizing

o   Apples- fiber! A nice sweet way to keep your energy alive without crashing.

o   Oranges- with vitamin C, folate, potassium, fiber, this fruit will give you ongoing doses of energy with each orangy little piece.

o   Bananas- fiber, glucose, fructose, etc. that will help boost energy.

o   Blueberries- consist of energy improving carbs, plus they taste good.

  • Greek Yogurt- why not?!
  • Nuts
  • Beans- a great source of proteins and carbs.
  • Oats- fiber, reduce the risk of CVD.
  • Fish- fatty acids, B6 vitamins, riboflavin, etc. It can lower cholesterol and reduces CVD. 
  • Sweet Potatoes- Vitamin A, C, and Carbs to help increase energy.
  • Spinach- A top choice for iron that aids in producing energy.

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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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