live consciously

You know, I think it’s time to count this one as done! Our place is pretty much chemical free these days, all light fittings are energy efficient, we’re hanging the washing out instead of using the dryer, using a water filter, eating organic where we can and using all natural soaps, shampoos, toothpaste etc. Plus, I’m concentrating on eliminating negative thought patterns and actions. This feels good :)

............all natural washing powder and cleaning spray. I’m so proud of how far i’ve come with this goal. We’re really getting close to having a chemical free house which feels great :)

....the ‘SAFE’ recycled toilet paper for the first time. Each small step I’m making towards this goal is so positive and really makes me feel good. It’s just great to know that I’m refusing to just wander through life and am acutally making conscious decisions to make my life better and more natural. I’m starting to like this person I’m becoming more and more everyday. What a good feeling :)

Today I bought all natural shampoo. All the light fittings are now energy savers too :)

Well I’ve been going GREAT with this. I’ve changed over to all natural skin care products and I love them. My skin is looking great, and I like being able to read the ingredients and understand exactly what I’m putting on my skin. As we run out of things we’re changing to natural shampoo, soaps and detergetns as well. This is so worth it. Here’s their website incase anyone is interested www.naturalinstinct.com.au

I’ve also began the process of changing over to all energy efficient light fittings. It’s another easy change to make which makes a difference to our resources….and the bills too! I’ve also set up a clothes line and started hanging out the washing rather than using the dryer.

I’m eating so much fruit and salads at the moment, it’s really great. It’s what I like to eat so this is pretty easy. I’ve also been doing well at avoiding wheat and dairy which always makes me feel better! I’m starting homeopathic treatment tonight as well. Overall, there’s a lot of positivity happening!

This week we bought a water filter, and it feels wonderful to be putting more pure water into my body. I’ve also found a health food shop near me that sells all natural skin and hair care products. As I become more natural in my life, I’m a lot more aware of all the chemicals we put onto our skin everyday. I mean, I try not to put them in my body, so why put them on my skin? We’ve also been buying organic fruit and veggies whenever possible.

Today when I was doing all of our fruit and veggie shopping I was thinking about how much I love how well we eat, and how much I love consciously taking care of my body. It just feels….good and nourishing :)
I used the fabric shopping bags for the fruit and veg and it was so much better than ending up with a million plastic bags. Starting my herb garden today also made me feel good about the decisions I’m making – it will be wonderful having fresh herbs to use. We’ve also started being more energy conscious around the house and putting things aside that we are donating to charity. I guess it’s still small changes at the moment, but I’m proud that I’m progressing with this.

I’ve bought a whole bunch of reuseable shopping bags and I’m keeping them in the car for when we do groceries or visit the fruit and veggie barn. I swear I’m going to make them trendy somehow! Today we also bought a big bag of organic carrots for in our salads and juice. Yum! I’m definately making steps towards this :)

For me this means…..
Changing to all natural household products
Getting a water filter
Experimenting with cooking, and continuing to eat as naturally as possible
Learning more about free trade
Learning more about environmental issues
Changing to energy saving light bulbs
Exploring spirituality
Connecting with nature
Giving to others
Starting a herb garden
Nourishing my body and mind