Science of Getting Rich - Days 6 to 14

The Science of Getting Rich - Days 6 to 14

Science of Getting Rich - Days 3 4 & 5

I forgot to update my blog, so here are days 3, 4 & 5 of my Science of Getting Rich experience.  They are not necessarily about the programme, though some of them will reflect it in some way.

The Science of Getting Rich

I joined this Facebook group last month and have not looked back except for now, in order to tell you about it.
I read the book 'The Science of Getting Rich' and then every day for 30 days I read the 4 key chapters as guided by the group founder Diane Leigh.  Please do take some time to check this out if you are looking to become rich in all abundance of life.
I will be posting images that I produced during the 30 days and will continue to do so for my next 30 days.  I hope you like them.  Here are days 1 and 2:

Springboard 1

I started on a Springboard Women's Development course in September and attended the second session today.  So far it is interesting and I am hoping it will help me to identify how I want to develop both at work and at home and my leisure life.

The Prophet by Kahil Gibran

The Prophet by Kahil Gilbran is a most powerful and beautiful poem.  This book conveys the wisdom of many lifetimes and is a must for any person seeking spiritual growth.  Follow the link below for futher reading:

http://books.google.co.uk/books?id=n5BlBsFbGOQC&lpg=PP1&dq=the%2Bprophet&pg=PA15#v=onepage&q&f=false

New Slippers with a Lift 3

Had my ski slippers, (as him indoors calls them), for over 3 months now.  I find them comfortable and after a day on my feet they are a welcome change.  The nobbles seem to help sooth away stresses.    I would not recommend them to anyone with balance problems, as I have had a little difficulty on occasion.  They are not pretty to look at and the Velcro fastenings loosen off after a while.  I don't think they are life changing, but I think I would have another pair when these wear out.

Follow the Fitness label below for further information on these.

Hayfever

The hayfever season is looming and I for one aim to reduce its negative influence on my life.  Last year I did quite well.  I have just spring cleaned the bedroom. 

Stripping the bed and hoovering the whole lot:

• Ceiling
• Walls
• Bed Base
• Mattress
• Tops of wardrobes
• Behind Chests of drawers

I damp dusted everything:

• Pictures
• Inside Draws & Wardrobes

I emptied everythin out:

• Drawers
• Wardrobes
• Under the bed

I washed the bedding and curtains.  I treated myself and my DH, (see FlyLady under my favourite websites), to a new duvet and pillows.

I cleaned the windows, doors and radiators.

I cleared clutter from everywhere in the room.  I feel better for it. I feel lighter.  I feel energised.

I sprayed a mix of Tea Tree oil and water over the bed, bedding, mattress and curtains.  Dust mites don't like Tea Tree oil.

Some people with sever hayfever, rhynitis and asthma do this sort of thing more often.  I tend to just do the full monty once every spring.

It has taken quite some time to do it all, but I broke it down into manageable chunks.  15 minutes here and 15 minutes there, the FlyLady way.

The other major thing I do to thwart hayfever, is to drink copeous amounts of water.  At least 8 glasses (2ltrs/4pints), per day.  I use tap water, sometimes filtered.  I drink it at room temperature, as I believe this is most suitable for the stomach to handle.  If it is hot or cold then the stomach has to hold on to it until it is the right temperature to pass to the rest of the body.  Hot or cold adds stress to the body and can adversly affect the immune system, therefore agrivating hayfever and other symptoms.

So folks.  Have a good summer.

New Slippers with Lift 2

I have been wearing my new slippers for nearly 2 weeks now and I am pleased with them so far.  They are more comfortable now my feet have adjusted to the nobbles.  I feel my muscles are being stretched.  Not sure of the long term benefits yet.

New Slippers with Lift

I've just bought these new slippers, which have the toes set higher than the heel.  The idea is that they stretch and exercise your leg muscles.  High heels shorten the tendons at the back of the ankles and sitting down at desks all the time adds to the effect.

Drainflex Sandal from Daxon catalogue online - no. 279.3522

I have often wanted to stretch my feet so that the toes are held upwards.  I don't do it for long, as I am notoriously lazy and any exercise is like hard work man.

Now with my new space-agie looking slippers I get to exercise without trying!  How good is that eh?

They are a bit expensive at £28.00, but these are no ordinary slippers/sandals.

As I've only just started using them, I will see whether I get fed up of the unusual feeling.  The insoles also have little bumps so that they massage your soles at the same time.  This feels strange and hurts a bit.  I am hoping that this is temporary and that it is because I have tension in those parts.  I have trained in reflexology, so understand how tension in the feet affects the rest of the body.  I am hoping that after a while I will notice some benefits and be able to report back to you.  They sound good in theory and feel OK if not odd in practice.  I'll let you know.

If you get yourself some, please let Daxon know how you found out about them.  (No I'm not on the books), and let me know what you think.

I would not recommend going outside in these slippers or sandals as they are called.  I think it might be a bit dangerous and you could fall over easily.  Anyway, around the house is just enough for a daily workout, don't you think?

Clearing My Clutter 10

I am a follower of Clutter Clearing introduced to me by Karen Kingston. I have made this link to her website, so that we may share some of her wisdom and knowledge. I hope you like it, please return to my blog again.

Mottainai

Space Clearing, Clutter Clearing, and Feng Shui by Karen Kingston - Saturday, 16 August 2008

Hayfever - Apple Cider Vinegar

Yes my fellow hayfeverers. The time has come for handkerchiefs and Vaseline, snuffling and sneezing. The time has come for puffy eyes and runny noses. The time has come for hiding from the sun and being miserable. Summer is upon us. Whoopee! Yes we wish we could enjoy it like normal mortals, but we are super mortals and hide behind our disguises.

There is some relief to be found and some do find it. I have a little tip to ease those itching eyes, but it is only temporary, but a relief still. Dab a little Apple Cider Vinegar onto a folded tissue and wipe around closed eyes. It is most cooling and I believe the acid effect helps to reduce mucus for a little while. It can sting a little if you have already allowed yourself the pleasure of a good rub and made the surrounding skin raw, but hey, that's life.

Moon Time Fasting

Full Moon today. I should have eaten a light diet today, but we lunched out at 'The Admiral Rodney' on sandwiches & coffee. Tomorrow I will be working until lunchtime and l intend to do a light diet then, as Christmas day will be full of indulgences. At new moon and full moon times, it is good to do some kind of fasting. If you are not accustomed to this, then perhaps just eat lightly. I will be eating fruit and drinking plenty of water, and having homemade chicken soup for dinner.

After a full moon and during the waning phase the cells are able to release toxins and other unwanted materials, which the body no longer requires. It is also a good time to give up old unwanted habits, while the moon's influence is waning and you gain a stronger will power.

After a new moon and during the waxing phase the cells are more able to take in and store nutrients and take on new thought patterns, so this would be a good time to start new habits, like new life style routines.

Happy Christmas

Cold Sores and Shingles

Today I noticed, what might be the start of a cold sore. I have only recently started to suffer with these. I always keep a pot of L-Lysine handy, so I began a course this morning, along with increasing vitamin C (2 - 3 MG per day and more if I thing a cold is coming on). L-Lysine is an amino acid, which is used to kill off the zoster virus in cold sores and shingles. Stress is a causative factor, as the virus takes a hold when the body is below par, which is why cold sores develop when you also have a cold. I regularly take multi-vitamins and echinacea to improve my immune system and support my liver in the cleansing process. I cut down on the sugars in my diet and drink lots of water (at least 8 full glasses per day - 2 litres).

Clearing My Clutter 7

The FlyLady talks about Hot Spots. I have identified two in particular. One is my dresser, which over the past few weeks I have done very well at keeping in clear. The other is the bed in this room I use as an office. That became full of Christmas stuff until yesterday, and it has acquired some today. My coat hanger collection took up some space until it was sorted out, and now there are just a few Christmas gifts waiting to be wrapped. I am happy with the progress I've made so far and am keen to continue.

Clearing My Clutter 6

Well, I'm cream-crackered today. Last night we had some friends round for dinner. What a good idea shortly before Christmas. It helped me to gear up my clutter clearing and tidy things away. Although, I realise that I still have far too much stuff, at least it is beginning to move - OUT. It was lovely knowing that my guests could look in every room, if they wished and I didn't have to close any doors or make anywhere off limits, because of clutter.

Today we emptied the dishwasher and tidied away the last of the dinner things, ready for next time. I went out for a wander around town and he went off to golf. We were both a little fragile, hence the cream-crackered. I actually washed, dried, ironed and remade our bed. All in one day! I even managed to fit in an afternoon nap. I have just done a clear out of my coat hangers, of which there are MANY. I decided to keep most of the black hangers and discard most of the others. I filled a carrier bag to bursting and put it in the hall ready for the off. Don't know if the Bridge End can make use of them.

I also put all my current wearing clothes in one wardrobe, with the intention of moving things over as I wear them and then reviewing what is left, to see whether I still actually want them. In the process a few more items went into the charity bag. I think the next job will be looking at my hand bag drawers, (I have two, soon to be one!).

Clearing My Clutter 5

WOW! Phew! Huff! Just finished a marathon task up in the loft. I need to just catch my breath. I am shattered and exhilarated at the same time??



I seem to tackle more clutter on Sunday evenings. I think this might be due to my weekly visit to Bridge End, on Mondays. Today's task was simply to put the Christmas decorations' boxes back up in the loft. However, I decided to have a little look around. Whoops! I spotted clutter. So hey ho and off we go. I ripped open bag after bag and box after box, finding things I forgot I still had and wondering why I did! Yes I do use a lot of exclamation marks!!!



The front hallway is now well and truly cluttered. There's a small path to the door in-case we get callers. I won't be embarrassed if they see all the mess, as I will be able to tell them all about 'Clear Your Clutter' by Karen Kingston.



I now have two clutter clearing Guru's. I felt unfaithful and guilty at first, but then I realised that the art of clearing clutter is the art of letting go. So, I let go of the guilt and carried on.



My second Guru is 'The FlyLady'. I bought her book 'Sink Reflections' by Marla Cilley. It came highly recommended on Amazon. I have to say that I have been a bit sceptical over this book, but continued to read through. I am two thirds through and getting it. This book is yelling at me to develop some routines, which is something I have avoided all my life.

I intend to finish the book and then read it again and start implementing the Baby Steps that FlyLady talks about. Mind you, I have started to wash up before going to bed at night, though I do leave the dishes to drain till the morning. I am happy with that. We have a new kitchen, so it is easier to keep on top, and I have a wonderful DH (Dear Husband for non-FlyBabies), who is retired and does quite a lot around the house. He just doesn't want to feel that he is doing everything! I lean towards obsessive compulsive and every now and then he lets me know I am ignoring him. I get quite engrossed in my new projects, to the detriment of all else. Clearing my clutter is freeing up time to enjoy together. Back to my sink: It is black and I have been instructed not to use bleach on it. So tonight I gave it a bit of a scrub with a plastic scourer after washing up. It looks better and as FlyLady says that disorganised people are perfectionists, so I decided not to perfect it tonight. This bears out when I realise that I often avoid doing a job if I feel I do not have time to do it properly, so it gets left. Or I start jobs and find I am overwhelmed and leave a mess behind. My DH says that I make more mess when I am tidying up than at any other time!

The benefit of using both methods of clearing my clutter is that; with 'Clearing Your Clutter' by Karen Kingston, I am mainly dealing with the clutter itself. And with 'Sink Reflections' by The FlyLady (Marla Cilley), I am dealing mainly with the housework. I am giving out these books as Christmas presents to friends and family, whom I feel would a) benefit and b) appreciate them.

My main difficulty at the moment is winding down in the evening, like now, at 10.30pm. My DH has since retired to bed, which is where I'm headed right Now! Goodnight....Zzz zzz

Clearing My Clutter 4

Received a lovely comment to 'Clear My Clutter 3', from Karen Kingston herself! Have a look see.

I visited my brother recently and took some of my clutter to him, which he seemed to appreciate. It was a nice visit and we went out for lunch. However I noticed he needs some help with his clutter, not that he's got nearly as much as me! His clutter seems to be more connected with household chores. I have bought him a Christmas gift, which I am hoping he will be similarly appreciative as taking on my old stuff. I can not say what it is in case he reads this posting. I'll try to remember to post about this in the New Year.

I phone my cousin, who as you know I have already sent a copy of 'Clearing Your Clutter', which she is thrilled. She is still clearing and wading through her stuff. She sounds most excited and is passing on her enthusiasm to her friends. She has now cleared out her wardrobes; inside and on top! And has bags and bags of rubbish waiting to go to the recycle centres. She told me that her daughter is very happy at her mum's new found energy and uplifted mood. She has even passed on her late husbands clothing, which I think is great. What a woman!

As for myself: Well I have certainly shifted quite a bit, but there is plenty more to go yet. I've been to 'The Bridge End Centre' every Monday evening to drop off a car load. I have also given up the obvious sugars in my daily food intake. I will indulge myself over Christmas, but the urge to scoff sweeties is getting weaker and weaker by the day. The office space behind me is piled high, but that will be sorted tomorrow, when I put the Christmas decorations' boxes up in the loft, (minus the old dec's, which have already gone). I am reclaiming the house in time for guests on Friday and then keeping it that way and more...

Nose Aerobics

Just got back from a fab night out with friends. Had dinner then played 'Nose Aerobics'. A few more tears were shed and shrieks and laughter. Another hilarious night. Whoever designed this game should be applauded. I hope they won a top design/invention award. My friends all want one, so I am going to order some more.
Nose Aerobics is a very therapeutic game as laughter is the best medicine available. It aids social inclusion across countless barriers, including ageism, sexism, and other isms. It aids coordination, eye and head control, concentration and determination. It brings people together. Alcohol not needed. I strongly recommend anyone to try this game. See previous posting for further details.

Clearing My Clutter 3

Like 'Raiders of the Lost Arc', I ventured into the dark crevices, commonly known as my garage. Or should that be our garage? Well I think I will stick with my garage, seeing how it's mainly my clutter within! I was rooting around for my 'InnerTalk' Cd's as mentioned earlier. So I did some clutter clearing at the same time. Ever noticed, how when you can't find something you do some tidying up? I was up on a stack of garden chairs, you know, those cheapy white plastic one's. Excellent value for money, (I'm all for that). It's always embarrassing when your neighbours see inside your garage and it's full of junk! Well one of mine was passing with their Spaniel. The little darling darted straight inside; my neighbour protesting and apologising. I just shouted, "don't come in her, you might never get out". What else was I to say? Of course being up high and the garage door being only half open, (so's nobody could see inside!), my neighbour was forced to bob down, which lead to them seeing even more of my rubbish! I climbed down and came out into the dull sunless day. Explaining how I had read 'Clear Your Clutter'. (You'll be thinking I have shares in this book by the way I keep mentioning it, but it's just that good). Explanations over and my neighbour going on their way I got stuck back into my quest.

Yes I did find my InnerTalk CD's and yes they are now on Amazon if you're interested. I also found two mirrors, which Karen mentions in her book 'Clear Your Clutter'. So they had to go straight away. One was destined for the bin, because it was scratched and bitty, so would give off very bad energy even if used somewhere. The other is going to 'The Bridgend Centre'. I recovered a few other items, which are now destined for their appropriate places and I feel really good about it.

Blogging has taken up quite a bit of my time today, but I've still managed to get through quite a few things; even going out for lunch with him indoors, which was very enjoyable. My problem now is stopping myself long enough to have a good nights sleep.

The Christmas stuff came down from the loft today, and I tell you, it's not all going back up at the end of the season! We've got enough cards to open our own shop. Mind you, we will be sending over 100 to friends and family. That's why I don't do cards for neighbours or work colleagues; I can wish them a Happy Christmas in person.

My next challenge is to complete updating my address book and printing off my Christmas card labels in time for posting on 1st Dec, (only 6 days away!). The plan for next week-end is to take stuff to my brother's and on Sunday to put up our Christmas decorations and take the surplus to 'The Bridgend Centre'. Hey it is fun getting rid of clutter.

Clearing My Clutter 2

Two weeks in to Clearing My Clutter and I'm still going strong, despite the time of the month arriving and the coming of a full moon. In the run up to either of these I usually get very tired and lose the energy and inclination to do anything. It is a time when I seem so accumulate more clutter and in a sense I have, because I have been ordering books from Amazon as if they are about to go out of business, (which of course they are not!). Then again it is also the run up to Christmas and I have been preparing; by buying presents and fun games to keep everyone amused around the Christmas dinner table.

One very good table/party game is called 'Nose Aerobics', you'll have to try it, but I have just bought the last one from http://www.amazon.co.uk/ : Not sure when they will have them in again, so if you're interested try www.hawkinsbazaar.com, where I have just ordered more sets. The story goes: Christmas 2006 around the dinner table we had all had our fill of Christmas fayre and where resting before diving in to Christmas pud etc... I got out the 'house' present. As I donned the special glasses everyone looked puzzled. They are "very silly, but there's nothing wrong with that! The special glasses have 13cm protruding stem to which the other components can be attached to play all sorts of ridiculous games and activities using only movements of the head. Nose Hoola-Hoop and Basketball requires skill and practice, the Ball Bearing puzzle patience and subtlety whilst vigorous head shaking is usually sufficient to operate the Clackers. At least one set should be purchased for any gathering of young or mixed ages; everyone can join in, have a go and look completely ridiculous". (passage taken from Hawkin's Bazaar). It was Absolutely Hilarious! Everyone was crying with laughter. I intend to take a set on a night out with friends next week so watch this space.

Back to Clearing My Clutter. At week-ends I normally have a nap in the afternoon. However, over this last two weeks I have been clearing my clutter and other exciting things, which I won't go into as I may get distracted again and the point of clearing my clutter is to become more focused. I often run headlong into new projects (typically Arian), and later when I get the gist of it, I loose interest. This is a project I will continue for the rest of my life. I am also ensuring I use positive affirmations while writing my blog and in all other aspects of my life, but that's another distraction for another day.

Last week-end I went around my house opening all the windows and doors. I also opened all cupboards and drawers. After opening the last drawer I left them all open for half an hour. I felt this was a good way to freshen up the place and assist with my clutter clearing. It invigorated me and helped me to see into all the spaces in my home. I was able to decide on the next course of action; which was desk clearing. Alhough there are still things on my home desk, at least I can now see my desk!

This last couple of weeks I have cleared out a few drawers and whisked the clutter off to charity shops and recycle centres. I have parted with a few gifts that I felt guilty for not wanting, even though I liked them and appreciated receiving them. I have sold some unwanted books on Amazon, which will help make up for books I have bought!

I have made a start on updating my address book in preparation for printing labels for our Christmas cards, and will be fetching the cards we bought a few weeks ago from the loft, as well as some left over from last year. 'Waste not, want not'. So long as the energy keeps flowing.

I have become aware of the 'clutter' places around my home and which parts of my life they are affecting. My garage is a biggy and so is the loft. I will be tackling these a stage at a time, so I don't get overwhelmed, which is something I used to do quite often. Each time I find myself thinking of too many things at once and start to make a mental 'to do' list; I check myself and either write my 'to do's' down or put the ideas on the back burner and if they are really important I know they will surface again, or I decide they were not attainable and ditch them altogether. I'm learning how to say no to my mental clutter.

I have made a firm date with my brother to take him some of my clutter, which he will find useful. 'One man's rubbish is another man's treasure'. I now ask my Angels to help me, also take my old fridge to my brother next Saturday.

Today I will once again venture into the murky depths of my garage and salvage some 'InnerTalk' CD's. InnerTalk are a collection of positive affirmation CD's, which can be played while you do other things. I will write more on these in another posting, as I am also intending to sell them on Amazon. I have a set for my own use and no longer need the rest.

That's enough jobs for now. I will post more developments another time. Breakfast calls.