In & Out Beauty w/ Melinique Sanz

All of these amazing facial recipes have been created by Melinique Sanz from In & Out Beauty. She is an esthetician with the love of natural skin care for the face and body. It was such a joy to meet her and to learn how to make homemade facial care from ingredients already in my kitchen!



Yogurt Almond Soft Scrub
(Cleanser)

1/4 cup plain yogurt
5-10 raw almonds
1 Tbl. lemon zest


Leave on for 5 minutes until mixture starts to tingle. Use daily- up to 2 times a day.


Banana Whip Mini Lift
(Refiner)

1/2 banana
1 medium egg white

Blend well in a blender. Leave on for 10-15 minutes maximum




Coconut Vitamin E Nourisher
(Moisturizer)

1 drop vitamin E - (from the 99 cent store)
1 dallop refined coconut oil

Blend and apply over face, throat, and chest.


ENJOY!

Becoming

As the seasons shift, so do we. We are constantly changing and shifting. As Marianne Williamson says in her book A Return to Love, "A miracle is a shift in perception". We have the power to change a situation that we are perceiving as negative and turn it into a positive one. We can shift the way that we are looking and viewing a given situation. In this way, we are becoming greater than our circumstances by turning the ordinary into extraordinary. By expecting that which is greater, we are becoming...

The Purple Iris

A Purple Iris in my backyard...

Iris was the messenger of the Gods and she served as a link between Heaven and Earth. The goddess would look for a purple iris planted above a woman's gravestone to know whether the deceased wished to be escorted to Heaven. The three petals of an Iris represent a life full of faith, wisdom, and valor.

DAILY AFFIRMATION: I am connected to Heaven by living a life full of light, wisdom, and truth. I am connected to Earth by appreciating my surroundings in nature, and I will live as one with humanity.

Sodalite

Sodalite is a gemstone that is very similar to Lapis Lazuli, which was worn and used by Ancient Egyptian royalty. Cleopatra used it in powdered form as an eyeshadow! Sodalite helps bridge the gap between thoughts and feelings, or mind and heart. It has been used to eliminate guilt and fear by by allowing one to confidently fulfill one's dreams. It is used for the brow and throat chakras by eliminating confusion and enhancing truthful expression.

SAY: (while holding stone at brow chakra) I choose to eliminate mental confusion. I am allowing myself to express my truth. My goals are working harmoniously with my dreams. I am here to fulfill my soul's purpose. It is done. Thank you.

Angels Among Us

I believe that angels are around us. They are constantly helping us and guiding us through our journey on life. As Carol Tuttle states in her book Remembering Wholeness, "The purpose of their creation is to serve humanity. They remind us of truth and facilitate the awakening of truth that lies within each of our cells..." We can become an angel in physical form when we truly desire to serve others. It is part of our higher calling when we help someone in need that is suffering more than us. In this way, we are able to transform our own suffering. It is a true form of reciprocity because when we give, we "get" to awaken to our spirit self, our higher sense of being...

A Peace Offering

A Despacho literally means an "offering" in Spanish. In Peru, these are sacred offerings to Mother Earth and its environment. This is our version of a Despacho and any variation will do when infused with blessings and intention:

1st, we grounded ourselves, imagining roots growing form our legs to the center of the Earth. This is an important energy technique.
2nd, we made Despachos. We used 7 different flowers each. We blew a prayer or intention into each one. For example, one of my prayers was that Mother Earth would be treated with love and compassion as she shows us her mercy and kindness. We also celebrated by drinking sparkling cider. It was fun!
3rd, we wrapped the flowers like a present...Next, we created a sacred space to allow a healing to take place. A simple prayer or blessing will do.
Lastly, we offered our Despacho to Mother Earth. You can burn the gift or bury it in the Earth. We burned our gifts with white sage, lavender, and rosemary, a Shamanic tradition.

Earth Day Tapping!

Join us as we "Tap" for Earth Day!!

EFT interview w/ Jacque and Cynthia Carol:




Earth Day Tapping w/ Cynthia Carol:



We love, love, love Cynthia Carol!! It was such a joy to "tap" with her- we could totally feel her love and spirit as she spoke to us about ins-and-outs of EFT. Just listen as Cynthia explains how our energy runs along the meridians in our bodies, and how doing EFT helps to clear those meridians and energy centers by clearing negative emotional patterns that do not serve our highest good. Amazing!! Thank you, Cynthia:)

The Flow of Reiki

Reiki is like a purified stream of water that flows through the body. It is shaking up the old debris and letting it go. When the body allows Reiki to help, the stream becomes more purified. When the body resists, the Reiki is not able to complete its job. Reiki works with the highest spirit self, to help the body remember a peaceful state of existence. This is why they say that Reiki is "a Japanese stress reduction technique". Peace is our spirit's state of being, a state our body is not familiar with because of everyday stress. When we receive Reiki, our spirit is aligned with our body. They are co-existing harmoniously in that moment...

Synchronicity

Synchronicity is described by many as "meaningful coincidences,” but I also believe it to be a physical manifestation of an internal desire. As Venice Bloodworth states in Key to Yourself, “Behind every bit of good fortune lie the causes that we ourselves have some time, somewhere, set in motion.” In other words, whatever is happening in your life at this moment, somewhere in the past you had a thought that set the course in motion to make it manifest. Follow your dreams, have faith and trust that they will one day manifest...

(This is a photo taken by my sister on a road trip in Oregon. She found a field of four-leafed clovers. How lucky!)

To find out more about the power of Synchronicity, go to politesocietymagazine.com and check out April Ruffner's article in the January issue of the "Mind Body Spirit" section. Register today for your free subscription!

Compassionate Listening

In Buddhism, the meaning of enlightenment is "the end of suffering". What a beautiful concept! Did you know that by compassionately listening to someone for 1 hour, it can help relieve their suffering? This is a concept shared by Buddhist Monk, Thich Nhat Hanh in his book called Anger. He states "Compassionate listening is a very deep practice. You listen not to blame or judge." Listening with compassion can help cool down the flames of an angry person. It is a way of feeling understood in that moment...

Amethyst

Amethyst comes from the Greek word amethystos, meaning "not intoxicated". Ancient Greeks would make their drinking vessels out of amethyst because they believed that the crystal was a strong antidote against drunkenness. Medieval European soldiers would wear amethyst as a protection in battle. Amethyst is known as the stone of spirituality. It can connect one through intent and meditation to the higher spiritual self. Amethyst has been used throughout the ages to connect to the Divine. It clears the Crown Chakra so that there is a stronger connection with the one's spirit and spiritual guidance. Amethyst aids in helping one find their spiritual path and embrace one's spiritual destiny in life.

Note: Crystals become stronger when one directs clear intention into it.

Tapping in Joy

Anytime you are part of a beautiful memory, tap it in! As Donna Eden explains, "You can reprogram your nervous system to be more joyful, uplifting, and life-affirming." When you feel connected to someone as part of a good memory or you feel connected to nature, you can tap in this memory by: Tapping your middle finger on your brow chakra (the space between your eyebrows) for about 10 seconds. It is like taking a picture and storing it in your heart memory...

Recommended Books...

Carol Tuttle's book Remembering Wholeness is an amazing book. She really carries the true essence of joy. This book allows us to remember who we are and that we have always been whole, we just forget.

Karol Truman has written the most amazing book called Feelings Buried Alive Never Die. She has created a "Script" that helps us transform negative feelings into positive ones. It is very powerful.

Marianne Williamson in her book Return to Love, is a powerhouse! She explains how everything boils down to LOVE, it is our core. It is what we are and what we are meant to be, love-based. It is a beautiful book!

Harmony of the Soul

There are a myriad of methods for healing. These methods can be likened to many different roads that lead to the same destination: HEALING. A simple way to understand this is to look at energy healing as a guitar. There are many strings that are attached to the same instrument. They each play different tunes. Healing is finding the "notes" and methods that work best for you, so that they can play a harmonious tune that you resonate with. Here are a few of amazing notes that resonate with me: R.E.T-Rapid Eye Technology, EFT-Emotional Freedom Technique, Reiki, The Emotion Code, Body Talk, and Family Constellations.

The Present Moment Through Meditation

Eckhart Tolle states in his book The Power of Now,"The present moment holds the key to liberation". He calls this the "no mind" state. This is why meditation is so important. We are consciously becoming part of the present moment...

Deepak Chopra describes a simple daily meditation:

"Sit quietly with your eyes closed in a room with the lights low and no distractions from the telephone or knocks at the door. Shut your eyes for a few minutes; then become aware of your breathing. Let your attention follow your breathe as it gently, naturally draws inward. Do the same as the breathe flows outward. Don't make any attempt to breathe with a certain rhythm and don't attempt to make your breathe deep or shallow." Chopra recommends following this meditation 10 to 20 minutes a day.

Chakra Affirmations

The "I am " statement is the most powerful statement you can make. You are creating your beliefs in the present moment. Here are daily affirmations for each chakra:

I am safe/ I am here- Root Chakra
I am creating joy - Sacral Chakra
I am powerful- Solar Plexus
I am devoted to loving relationships - Heart Chakra
I am speaking/communicating my truth -Throat Chakra
I am trusting my intuition - Brow Chakra
I am one with God/Universe - Crown Chakra

Cucumber Face Wash

For centuries, cucumber has been known for its properties to cleanse and soothe the skin. Many cosmetic companies use cucumber in their product, usually as an eye cream. Slices of cucumber placed over the eyes are very reviving for tired eyes.

Here is an easy recipe for a Cucumber Face Wash: 1/2 cup chopped cucumber, 1 Tbs. liquid honey, 1 Tbs. rosewater (just regular water will also do).

If you would like to use the face wash as an exfoliator, add 1Tbs. chopped almonds

Puree all ingredients together. ENJOY! It is very soothing...it also works for relieving sunburns.

Kyanite

Why do we love this stone called Kyanite? What we love about this stone is that it never needs clearing or cleaning because it will never accumulate negative energy or vibrations. Kyanite aligns all chakras automatically and immediately.

SAY: (while holding this stone) It is my intention with the aid of this stone, I am now opening my chakras and aligning my emotional, mental, spiritual, and physical bodies to be in a state of alignment, peace, and harmony. I am now balanced completely. It is done. Thank you!

Shamanic Wisdom

I once met a Shamanic healer who told me that she learned a valuable lesson. She told me that it is well-known in Shamanism to think with your "heart'. She points to the neck up and shakes her head. She taught me that anytime you are thinking with your head, to visualize a stairway that is leading you to your heart. Go down this stairway and close the door. Your heart is now leading the way...

Healing the Heart

This is a large piece of Rose Quartz that I keep near my kitchen in an area that the kids and I pass by frequently. This is a stone for gentle healing. It is known for helping the heart heal so that there is more room to give and receive love.

Imagine you are filling your heart with an abundance of love. You are receiving this Divine Love in the center of your being and you are filling your entire heart with love. It is rising to the top and over flowing with an abundance of love...You are now seeing the people in your life who have hurt you or have done you wrong in some way. They have played a role for you. It is now time to release them and send them to their highest good. You are sending them your gratitude and thanking each individual for their part in your live.

Say: I love you. I thank you. (3 times) It is now time to heal. It is done.

Connecting to Mother Earth

Imagine yourself as a baby. What was it like? How did you feel? What was your experience? Did you feel love coming from your parents? Imagine that you had a loving mother- a Mother Earth, who wrapped her arms around you. You were in a space of Divine Love. Your loving mother took her arms and intertwined them with your legs. She gently rooted your legs into the Earth, grounding you into this life experience, and you felt that stability all throughout your body and soul. Through loving guidance, she rooted your legs into the center of the Earth, connecting you to your earth star. Your roots are now wrapped in Divine love. You are connected. You are here for a divine purpose.

SAY: I am here. I am safe. (3 times) I allow my divine healing to take place now. I am in a space of love. I allow my root chakra to connect to Mother Earth. I am accepted and it is safe to be here. Through divine love and healing, I am now connected to Mother Earth. It is done. Thank you.

Burning sage

Burning sage has been a ritual in many cultures since ancient times. It is best known for its purification and cleansing properties to a person's aura, which is the energy field directly outside the body. It can be used to clear a person or a space. The word sage comes from the Latin word salvia, which means, "to heal". While used in the purification or cleansing process, sage is tied into bundles called smudge bundles. The top of the bundle is set on fire and blown out like an incense. The sage then begins to smoke. To cleanse a person, have them hold their hands at a 45 degree angle outside of their body. Next, beginning at the head, trace around the outside of their body, staying within the auric field, smudging the sides, front, and back of their body. To clear a space, set a positive intention to clear any stagnant, negative, or unnecessary energies, and hold the smoldering sage bundle in a the area desired. This is a sacred ritual performed to honor our sacred bodies and to create a sacred space.

A Healing Meditation

"I am willing to see the magnificence of me. I now choose to eliminate from my mind and life every negative, destructive, fearful idea and thought that would keep me from being the magnificent woman that I am meant to be. I now stand up on my own two feet and support myself and think for myself. I give myself what I need. It is safe for me to grow. The more I fulfill myself, the more people love me. I join the ranks of women healing other women. I am a blessing to the planet. My future is bright and beautiful."

This meditation is given by Louise Haye. She is a pioneer in positive affirmations. She has healed herself of cancer by applying holistic modalities namely positive affirmations. We become and are shaped by our thoughts. Why not allow positive thoughts? They transform our state of "being" and literally have an affect on our overall health.

Connecting Heaven and Earth

This is an energy healing technique developed by Donna Eden. First, stretch your hands, palms flat, one reaching to Heaven and the other to Earth, and inhale. Let your head fall as far back as is comfortable. Second, put your hands in a prayer position over the heart as you exhale, bowing your head. Third, switch hands, one reaching to Heaven and the other to Earth. This is great to do when you feel that you are coming down with a cold or the flu, or to remedy a "disconnected" feeling. It releases excess energy in the body that is not needed. Repeat this exercise 3 times.

Energetic Cleaning

A home is a telling way to look at the state of "be-ing" a person is in. When you are in your home, how do you feel? Do you feel joy or peace? Energy can become very stagnant in a home and needs an energetic cleaning. Ways to do this are:
1)Burning sage-which has been used anciently to clear negative energies
2)Spraying or diffusing essential oils-such as Rosemary, Melaleuca, Tea Tree oils
3 )Sending Reiki- for those of you who have Reiki
4) Citrine Water- as posted on our You tube channel- Lunasol Girls

Clearing a home allows greater peace of mind and an opportunity for thoughts and ideas to flow easier.