E06: Morning Ritual

"Strive to make everyday the best day of your life, because there is no good reason not to."
- Hal Elrod

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I AM A MORNING PERSON and I’m proud of it!

My mornings are a sacred time. In Ayurvedic practices there is a time of day that is called Brahmamuhurtha which translates to “The Creator’s Hour” and this is approximately 1hr 36min before sunrise. Yoga masters believe that this is the best time to meditate.

When I first became a yoga teacher I used to teach yoga at 6am Monday through Friday. I loved these classes! It was as if only the students and I existed at this time of day. Especially when it was darker in the mornings. There was an energy of stillness, magic, and possibilities.

And even though I don’t share this time with students, I have kept my mornings as sacred time and I am grateful to be sharing this morning routine and rituals with you. 

Before I go into details about my morning routine, I wanted to touch on the importance of mornings. 

This is the perfect time to be Setting the Intention for your day
I want you to think back to this morning and ask yourself: “How did I start my day today?” When your eyes opened to this day, what thoughts, or words, or actions did you take? Did you spring out of bed and rush into the day? Did you hit snooze and roll over for 9 more minutes? Did you take a breath and say something you were grateful for? Did you decide what kind of human you wanted to be today?

This is the best time to pause and decide: What is my intention for this day? How do I want to feel today?

Increase Your Efficiency
When you have a morning routine – something you do each day as habits or rituals – this reduces the need to make decisions daily. By following your routine, you know what needs to be done without having to think or decide or contemplate too much. When it comes time later in the day to make important decisions, you’ll be to do so more efficiently and effectively because you have the energy.

Reduce Anxiety
Creating practices that are calming and grounding can be incredibly helpful for anyone who struggles with anxiety or there is an increase in stress. If something were to suddenly change, there are still parts of your life (your morning) that can stay the same and this helps with these transformations.Most of the time this is the only part of the day we can really control.

For example, if you’re travelling, you can always make your bed, or journal, or use a certain product that is part of your routine at home.

Here is my morning routine:
Wake up + Make Bed:

• This is how I started my morning routine over a year ago. Everything else has slowly been incorporated over the last 12+ months

• This is THE SIMPLEST thing to do when you wake up, it’s a quick + easy win for the day, and if nothing else in your day goes right, at least you can come home to a freshly made bed.

Oil Pulling (2x/week):

• Coconut Oil ½ tbsp

• 1 drop of Clove Oil: stimulating, energizing, and warming. Cleanses the mouth powerful w/antioxidant properties. One drop can clean teeth + gums and promote fresh breath

Greens: 

• Amazing Grass Greens Superfood

• 1 scoop with ½ c water and 1 ice cube

Mito2Max (x2):

• Caffeine-free energy boost

• My pre-workout supplement that is formulated with plant extracts and support healthy cellular function, aerobic capacity, and stamina without harmful stimulants.

Workout at the Gym (4-6x/week):

• Upper Body (2)

• Lower Body (2-3)

• Plyometrics or Cardio (1)

Shower

• After my shower I diffuse peppermint + wild orange to help me focus and stay positive for the day ahead. I love this fresh and simple oil combo!

Skincare Routine

• Face: Veráge Skincare line: Cleanser, Toner, Serum, Moisturizer

• Face: Yarrow|Pom oil mixed in with moisturizer: two words: DEWY GLOW!

• Body: Hydrating Body Mist with Beautiful Blend. I am obsessed with this and I use it all the time. It’s also a ritual for me in clearing my energy, and I think of it as a protective layer for my energy. I am an intuitive empath, meaning I feel a lot of what other people are feeling around me, I can pick up on other people’s moods and energies, and because I spend a lot of time around other people I like to create a practice to protect myself from negativity, or low-energy.

Supplements 

• Lifelong Vitality Pack

• On Guard softgel

Bone Broth and/or Bulletproof Coffee

• BB: Organika Chicken Bone Broth

• BPC: Nespresso, 1 tbsp Ghee, 1 tbsp MCT oil, splash of Almond Milk + sprinkle of cinnamon

Journaling + Daily Intentions

• Who do I want to be today?

• What skills must I develop?

• How can I make a difference and serve with excellence?

Day Overview

• Review my 3-5 things that I am meant to do (check out this blog post all about My 3-5 System)

• Look at my calendar and make any notes for the day

• Prioritize what needs to be done TODAY (or in the next couple days) and then take action

NOTE: When I’m looking at my calendar I chunk out 2 hour sessions of being on my computer. After those two hours I go and do other things (tidying up my space, walking my dog, meditate, use essential oils, get outside for fresh air, have a snack or meal, read, talk to people, run an errand or two, etc.)

TAKE ACTION:
Reflect on your current morning routine. What parts of your routine do you enjoy? What parts of your routine would you like to transform? Write out a few things you would like to incorporate into your morning and add in one at a time. Stack your habits: Start with one new ritual or activity, and when it becomes a habit, add in another one. Repeat.

If you’re not a morning person, but you want to become one…
#1. Stop telling yourself that you’re not a morning person – because you’re just going to be forcing your body to do something you don’t actually want it to. Every day, when you wake up set the intention to be a morning person.

#2. Start with setting your alarm 5 minutes earlier each day until you wake up at the time you want. For example: You currently wake up at 7am but you want to wake up at 6am:
Day one: set alarm for 6:55 am
Day two: set alarm for 6:50 am
Day three: set alarm for 6:45 am
Day eleven: set alarm for 6:05 am
Day twelve: set alarm for 6:00 am

If you get stuck on a time, 6:30 am, for example, don’t jump from 6:30 to 6:15 just work your way to 6:00 am. Also, don’t add a million things to do in the morning just because you’re waking up a bit earlier each day. Keep it simple, do whatever you do when you first wake up, just a little earlier.

#3. If you’re waking up earlier, you’re probably going to have to go to bed earlier too. I wake up at 5:30 am and that usually means I’m in bed by 9:30 most nights. 

#4. Give yourself credit for putting in the effort. Changing your routine isn’t always easy, be kind and patient with yourself – you’ve got this!

Links
Book: Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod

Morning Oils
Diffuser Blend: Peppermint, Wild Orange
Energy Roller: dōTERRA Motivate Blend, Spearmint
Bottoms of my Feet: dōTERRA Balance Blend
For Oil Pulling: Clove
Skin Care Routine: Yarrow | Pom, Veráge Skincare Collection
Body: Hydrating Body Mist

Supplements
Greens: Amazing Grass
Energy Pills: Mito2Max
Daily Vitamin, Omega, + Digestive Enzyme: Lifelong Vitality Pack

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Valerie LaVigne

Valerie is the creator and founder of Valerie LaVigne Life and the Women's Empowerment Show. She helps busy and empowered women create healthy habits so that they can become the best version of themselves and transform their lives. Learn more about Valerie here!

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E05: Winter Wellness Tips

All things winter wellness including: Immune boosting, prevention strategies, lifestyle routines, healthy habits, and best practices...

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#1 Nutrition is Foundational

• Whole, healthy foods

• Food is information for your body, and you want to be giving it the right information so that it can stay healthy and strong during these colder months

• Fill up on leafy greens, eat nuts and seeds, and limit the amount of desserts you’re eating

• Fill up on the good stuff, so that you don’t have room for the bad stuff

• Foods that are in season in Ontario, Canada Squash, Potatoes, Carrots, Cabbage, and Apples!

• Supplements! Even when we try to eat super healthy and whole, we still need to be supplementing our diets with high quality supplements.

• dōTERRA’s Lifelong Vitality Pack is THE BEST when it comes to supporting our overall wellness, and especially during the winter

• Microplex VMz: is a whole food nutrient supplement. It has vitamins, minerals, trace elements, phytonutrients and antioxidants that give your body the most beneficial and safe amounts needed for long term health 

• xEO Mega: a blend of marine and land-base omega essential fatty acids in a unique capsule with essential oils and fat-soluble vitamins. This is the only omega supplement I have ever finished a container of, it doesn’t have you burping up nasty fishy smells after

• Alpha CRS: packed with nature’s most potent antioxidants, natural anti-inflammatories and energy cofactors to support a sense of well-being in the body

• CONTACT me for more info on how to order the Lifelong Vitality Pack!

• TAKE ACTION: Keep a food journal: what information are you sending your body? What information is your body sending you? How do you feel pre and post meals?

#2 Sleep is Essential

• Rest, recovery, and healing

• Have an evening routine that helps train your body that “now is the time to slow down and sleep”

• Turn off bright lights, blue lights, cell phones 1 hour before bed

• I love my himalayan salt lamp, it’s orange glow is a signal for my body to start getting ready to sleep 

• Serenity softgels: dōTERRA’s restful complex softgels are a blend of lavender essential oil and natural plant extracts to enhance a restful night’s sleep without feeling groggy or sleepy the next day. The Serenity essential oil creates a perfect escape with it’s renewing fragrance and I love it before bed or in a warm bath

• Diffuser blends for sleep or rollers or sleep spray:

  • Serenity, Cedarwood, Vetiver, Jasmine, Clary Sage, Frankincense, Sandalwood, Balance, Lavender

#3 Hydration is Key

• Drinking lots of quality water

• Try warm water with lemon, teas are great too

• If drinking caffeine, remember to drink equal parts water PLUS your 3L per day

• Make your water more interesting by adding citrus oils

• Essential oils contain Limonene which is a compound that has been known to have significant health benefits. Article on Health Benefits of Limonene

• Bone broth is something I’ve been drinking daily. You can make your own bone broth, and some health food stores will sell it too! I’ve been keeping things really simple and have been using a Canadian company’s bone broth that I love called Organika. It’s chicken bone broth and has 15g of protein per serving. 

• Bone broth benefits: rich in minerals that support the immune system, contains healing compounds like collagen and glutamine. Helps heal gut lining and reduce inflammation. 

#4 Sweating is Necessary

• Sweat every day!

• Drinking lots of water is going to help flush out internal toxins, but what about external toxins that are coming in from our skin!?

• STEP ONE: Reduce Your Toxic Load!

  • Stop using garbage on your skin

  • Check out THINK DIRTY app and see how your current products measure up!

  • Swap toxic, chemical cleaners for natural solutions like dōTERRA’s On Guard Protective Blend Products: Hand wash, laundry detergent, cleaner concentrate, and  Protective Mist (my fave) CLICK HERE TO SHOP (click Join & Save to get 25% off!)

• STEP TWO: Sweat Out the Bad Stuff!

  • Sauna, steam room, workouts

• STEP THREE: Hydrate! (see “Hydration is Key” section)

#5 My Powerhouse Immune Essential Oils

• Frankincense: KING OF essential oils with a peaceful aroma, when in doubt Frankincense; I literally use this oil for everything. (Contact me here to learn how you can get Frankincense for free in December 2018!)

• Lemon: very pleasant and uplifting aroma that cleanses the skin

• On Guard (Protective Blend): super effective all-purpose cleaner, and also a safe way to clean your skin. It can clean odours from the air and has a great spicy and swweet aroma that is perfect for around the holidays

• Oregano: you can use diluted as a powerful cleansing agent for the skin

• Tea Tree: known for its antibacterial properties, I always think of tea tree for anything first-aid kit

• On Guard Softgels: a blend of essential oils in a convenient softgel that protect the immune system from foreign pathogens

• CONTACT ME here if you’re interested in learning more about how you can get these oils

• Veggie Capsule 

• Diffuse

• Roller bottle on feet and spine, dilute for kiddies

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Valerie LaVigne

Valerie is the creator and founder of Valerie LaVigne Life and the Women's Empowerment Show. She helps busy and empowered women create healthy habits so that they can become the best version of themselves and transform their lives. Learn more about Valerie here!

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E03: Showing Up as a Wellness Leader

Are you showing up to your fullest potential? This message is for the thought leaders, the health and wellness practitioners, the lifestyle experts, and the change makers…

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This weekend I attended an event for Wellness Leaders. I've been to similar events in the past and have found each one of them valuable in different ways. However, they all seem to have a common theme or underlying message and it's all about showing up.

If you are a leader in your industry and you're feeling stuck, start to think about how you are presenting yourself to your audience, your clients, or your network. Are you stepping into the role of the expert? Are you speaking your message with confidence? Ask yourself: How can I be of service to my tribe?

There are some important themes to remember when you're being called forward in your roll as a leader. Let's unpack them!

>>> You Are the Expert

• Whether you are a Natural Path, Yoga Teacher, Personal Trainer, Massage Therapist, or some other incredible healer, YOU ARE THE EXPERT!

• Your clients are coming to see YOU for your skills, knowledge and expertise!

• You are the one with the training, you are the person in the room with the diploma, or certificate, or qualification.

• Even if you're just starting out, you only need to be one step ahead of the person you are helping.

• TAKE ACTION: Write out your top 5 biggest achievements.

Now that we've established that you are indeed the expert, the next piece to consider is that

>>> Confidence Counts!

• This ties well with my first point. An expert shows up with confidence

• Stand tall in your expertise. Speak your message with confidence. Your students, customers, patients, and clients will trust a leader who believes in themselves

• And the first person who is going to believe in you, is YOU! So when you're feeling stuck, or not sure which action step to take next, or your just starting out, follow your instincts, believe in yourself and start to build trust with YOU

• You can build trust with yourself by doing what you say you're going to do. Write that down.

• Your mindset is everything. You cannot lead someone else if you're at the same belief level as them.

• Most of the time, the reason why we're stuck is because of a limiting belief that is holding us back. Get out of your head and into action. Feel the fear you're experiencing and do it anyway!

• TAKE ACTION: Write out three actions you will take this week and write down when you are going to complete them by. Take this an extra step forward and put them in your calendar, no room? Make space, block out the time.

We've identified the expert, we've built trust and confidence and now we're going to ask a few very important questions to help us

>>> Have a Clear Focus

• First, have a clear brand. Who are you? What do you you do? Why do you do what you do? How are you of service? These are very basic questions that start the spark and power of your brand. When you're answering these questions be as confident and clear as possible.

• You don't have to have it all figured out. But you do have to know: what you do, and why you do it. This “why power” will be your driving force behind each of your blog posts, podcast episodes, social media posts, etc.

• TAKE ACTION: Spend some time outlining your brand. Start with your WHY. Before taking any action in your business (big or small), ask yourself: is this in-line with my why power? Is this in alignment with my message? Get creative and map out a brand that you feel empowered by.

Once you have a strong branding, you can use this to create valuable content for your tribe. A very important part of showing up as a leader to remember is that

>>> Consistency is Key

• Every Wellness Leader knows that you cannot help someone who isn't ready or willing to take responsibility for their health. The same goes for you. It's got to be YOU who takes the responsibility as a leader.

• You lead by showing up. You lead by living the healthy lifestyle that you promote to your audience. If you're telling people to eat whole, balanced meals, you probably shouldn't be eating pizza for breakfast, lunch, and dinner…

• How can you best show up for your tribe? Think about all the things that you need to do to perform your best. Things like self-care, or asking for help, or delegating tasks, or saying “no” to commitments that aren't aligned with your truth.

• What do you have to do?

• Who do you have to be?

• What are the things you need to set into place to be the best you can be? 

• For myself, I have discovered that I am a much stronger leader, a more patient person, a more creative being when I start my morning with movement. I do this by waking up early and going to the gym almost every single day. Getting there isn't always easy, but it makes the rest of my day run a little smoother and it makes me a better leader.

• TAKE ACTION: Write out your dream day/week/schedule. Answer the questions above as well as: What are the things that light you up? What times are you most creative/focused/in your zone of genius? Choose 1 thing from your dream schedule to start implementing into your daily (or weekly) routine. No excuses, time block this new habit.

You are the confident expert, you have a consistent focus, but you're still stuck. Well darling, it's time to

>>> Get Out of Your Comfort Zone

• The magic happens outside of your comfort zone. When you're uncomfortable it means you're growing and shifting.

• These leaps are helping you and your comfort zone is hurting you.

• Honestly, life is just too short not to live boldly.

• There isn't time to hide from fear.

• There isn't time to live in mediocrity.

• There isn't time to hold back.

• There isn't time to stay small.

• The world needs your voice. There is a tribe out there who is looking for Y-O-U. They want your voice, your energy, your way of sharing your message. They need you.

• TAKE ACTION: Consider the following questions: What is something that scares you when it comes to taking action in your business? What do you keep putting off? What parts of your business are you avoiding? The one that scares you the most… do that. And then just watch the magic that transpires from your inspired action!

I'm passionate about this message because if there was anything I could tell my past self it would be: just start! Stop worrying and take action.

Don't keep living with regrets.
The only regrets I have in life are of the things I didn't do, and
The only regret I have in business is that I didn't start sooner.

Dream big.

Do the Work.

Show up.

Rise up.

with love,
Valerie

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Valerie LaVigne

Valerie is the creator and founder of Valerie LaVigne Life and the Women's Empowerment Show. She helps busy and empowered women create healthy habits so that they can become the best version of themselves and transform their lives. Learn more about Valerie here!

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E02: Hormone Essentials

I recently participated in an incredible online education series called the Essential Oils Hormone Summit. I learned so many wonderful things and I wanted to share my biggest takeaways with you!

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The Essential Oil Hormone Summit was lead by the talented and beautiful Dr. Mariza Snyder. She brought in some of the top wellness experts and interviewed them on how to create hormone balance with essential oil rituals, recipes, and powerful lifestyle recommendations.

Here's more info about Dr. Mariza and where you can find her!

• Functional Practitioner and author of six books

• Newest book: The Essential Oils Hormones Solution which will be available in early 2019

• Visit her website here

• Check out her podcast Essentially You

Over 25 of dōTERRA's leaders and wellness experts were interviewed and I wish I could share ALL my notes with you, but instead I will share some of the golden nuggets from this summit and the simple actions you can take TODAY to create more balance in your hormones.

#1 The Foundation of Health is Nutrition 

• Food is information for your body, and you want to be sending your body the right information

• Supplementing your nutrition is important in making sure you're getting everything you need each day

• The Lifelong Vitality Pack (LLV) was mentioned numerous times. This is one of dōTERRA's most ordered product and I take these supplements daily. You can order them here.

• Drinking lots of water is also important. Most people are chronically dehydrated which can lead to feeling stiff or achy in the joints. You might also have a mental fog, constipation, chapped lips, dry skin, and more when you're not drinking enough water.

TIP: Fill your glass bottle or jar with high quality water and add a drop of Tangerine essential oil, Lemon essential oil, or Grapefruit essential oil for extra limonene to help clear out your system. Buy your high limonene oils here.

#2 Self Care is Necessary

• Self care doesn't mean taking weekly bubble baths (although I aim to soak in the tub 2x/week!), or getting a massage, or doing some retail therapy.

• Self care means creating AND living your dream life every day. It means creating a life you don't need a vacation or escape from.

• Self care means putting yourself first. You cannot serve others when your cup is empty.

• Self care means saying “no” so you can make room for “YES!”

• Self care means feeling good – all the time

TAKE ACTION: Spend a couple minutes in quiet mediation thinking about what you would like your dream life, or day to look like. Then, write out your “perfect” or “dream day.” How does it start and end? Go into detail throughout the day. Once you're done, look back at your “prefect day” and choose one thing you can start implementing in your daily life. Even if it is something similar to what you put on your paper. Display this somewhere where you will see it every day!

#3 Reduce Your Toxic Load

• A lot of household products and skincare or makeup products have loads of toxins, chemicals, and other harmful components that are affecting our health and hormones. 

• Consider switching out these products. I always recommend that once you’ve finished a product to find a new, cleaner alternative. And quite honestly, I’ve been making a lot of my own cleaning products since learning more about essential oils. dōterra.com has an excellent DIY section. 

• dōTERRA also has an On Guard cleaning line which is super simple and wonderful for switching over laundry detergent, stain remover, and hand soap in your home. My favourite is the On Guard mist and I carry this with me everywhere and I especially love it after the gym or the gas station when I know I’ve touched things that many other people have touched.

6 Simple Daily Detox Habits

1. Drink lots of water

2. Dry brush before showering

3. Sweat! (sauna, workouts, etc.)

4. Drink a Green Juice! Try celery juice to reduce inflammation

5. Spend time in nature (detox from “noise” and technology)

6. Use your essential oils

#4 Energetic & Emotional Alignments

Liver-Hormone Connection

• Anger is the emotion associated with the liver and the gallbladder.

• Love your liver! It's helping to detox everything that is going into or on your body, it has a big job and it needs your help sometimes

• Pay attention to certain behavioural and emotional signs that your liver needs you: headaches, dizziness, repressed anger, frustration, resentment, irritability, etc.

• Try dōTERRA's Detoxing Blend: Zendocrine diluted on the belly or mixed with your epsom salts for extra support

Gut-Hormone Connection 

• You might have heard of the gut being your second brain before, but did you know that the spleen and gut are associated with the emotions of worry and nervousness? This includes anxiety. Read more from this article by Health Harvard

• Gut health and digestion is SO IMPORTANT. A holistic approach to a basic reset protocol is dōTERRA’s 30-Day Cleanse and Restore Kit. It covers 5 main systems all in 30-days. Remember you can keep it simple and start with 1 of the 5 until it becomes a habit and once you start to feel better incorporate another.

1. Lifelong Vitality Pack: taking daily supplements for foundational support and health

2. Drinking Citrus Oils: cleansing/detoxing digestive system, supporting emotions, and so much more

3. ZenGest/DigestZen: the essential oil form, or the capsules. Taking a drop of EO after every meal as a gentle cleanser for your digestive system

4. Terrazyme: another incredible supplement and digestive enzyme. This can also be taken after meals 

5. PB Assist: dōTERRA’s powerful probiotic to support the growth of healthy bacteria and strong gut health.

This is such a huge topic, and it needs an episode of it’s own. I’m planning on inviting someone special on the show to talk all about this goodness!

#5 Keep It Simple

Healthy can be simple. Start implementing one thing you learned from today, like drinking more water or switching out toxic chemicals from your makeup collection or skincare.

Follow your passion and your pleasure. Check in and ask what your heart wants!

TAKE ACTION: Know your priorities; what is important to you, what's in alignment with your dream life or dream day? Invest in accountability; maybe a friend, or a coach, or join a like-minded group; tell your social media network what you're up to. Have a plan; create a plan that your accountability buddy helps you keep! 

Essential Oils for Reducing Cortisol & Blood Pressure: Bergamot, Lavender, Clary Sage, Ylang Ylang, Roman Chamomile, Serenity, Peace, Whisper

Oils for Your Liver: Zendocrine, Geranium, Frankincense

Self-Care Oils: AromaTouch technique, Citrus oils, Balance

Detox Oils: Zendocrine, Lemon, Smart & Sassy/Slim & Sassy, Oregano, Cilantro, On Guard, Citrus Bliss, Lemongrass, ZenGest/DigsstZen, Frankincense, Myrrh, Terrazyme (supplement)

Oils for Anxiety & Calming: Lavender, Ylang Ylang, Melissa, Frankincense, Bergamot, Neroli, Wild Orange, Tangerine, Sandalwood, Clary Sage, Vetiver, Rose, Jasmine, Cedarwood, Serenity, Balance, Peace, Citrus Bliss

Oils for Craving Control: Smart & Sassy (metabolic blend); a drop in water or in a veggie cap, Peppermint, grapefruit, lime, and spearmint and great to diffuse

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Valerie LaVigne

Valerie is the creator and founder of Valerie LaVigne Life and the Women's Empowerment Show. She helps busy and empowered women create healthy habits so that they can become the best version of themselves and transform their lives. Learn more about Valerie here!

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E01: New Moons New Beginnings

Welcome to the most recent manifestation of the Women's Empowerment Vision: The Women's Empowerment Live Show! Here is where you will find the show notes for Episode 01: New Moons, New Beginnings…

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Welcome to the NEW Women's Empowerment Live Show!

• Learn more about me (Valerie LaVigne) here

The 8 Major Moon Cycles

1. NEW MOON – intention setting

2. WAXING CRESCENT – connect to your intention

3. FIRST QUARTER – take action toward your manifestation

4. WAXING GIBBOUS – trust in the intention and the process

5. FULL MOON – intention manifesting OR intention is releasing; accept that this may not be the right time

6. WANING GIBBOUS – gratitude for intention

7. THIRD QUARTER – releasing what we no longer need; giving back from a place of abundance

8. WANNING CRESCENT – rest, reflect, restore before the next cycle; give thanks

Make It Real: Manifesting with the Moon

Step One: Dedicate time to sitting in solitude and write out a life, or a day, or a new routine that you envision for yourself. Write out all your desires! Don't hold back – go into detail. Write it down on paper. Make it beautiful

Step Two: Since this is a New Moon Intention, make a “29/30-day” plan for how you will begin to manifest this intention. If your vision is BIG break it down into smaller chunks, and slowly start incorporating new habits or practices daily. Each month you can stack your habits, or add a new piece to your intention so that it can grow into the bigger vision

Step Three: Rewrite your New Moon Intention in a 1-3 sentence manifestation statement. Write it in positive/present tense as if you already have it. Post it up on your wall, make it your screensaver, or display it somewhere else that you will see it every day and be reminded by it.

Step Four: As the lunar cycle flows, so will your intention. Follow the flow and let go of expectation. Trust!

Enhancements

New Moon Magic Diffuser Blend:
4 drops BLACK PEPPER
3 drops JUNIPER BERRY
3 drops PATCHOULI
1 drop JASMINE
1 drop WINTERGREEN
Please only use Certified Pure Therapeutic Oils. Shop the best quality essential oils here!

Incorporate the Elements:
EARTH – meditate on your intention with a moon stone crystal, or other crystal of your choice

AIR – diffuse your favourite essential oils, or use the New Moon Magic Blend (above)

WATER – fill a glass with water, or soak in an epsom salt bath as you write your intentions

FIRE – light a non-scented candle during your intention setting practice

Happy New Moon Intention Setting

xo Valerie

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