holidays

Season of Stillness

Jane Green

It may seem contrary but the bustling holiday season is also a time for stillness. Nature demonstrates a quiet beauty that inspires us to calm our anxious thoughts. Give yourself permission to spend some time each day just being still. Just being you. And reflecting on the wonder of all that goes into being here together on Mother Earth. And then enjoy the simplicity of connecting in peaceful, quiet ways. Share a smile (with yourself, too). Make some soup for a neighbor. Check in on a friend. Donate warm socks to a shelter. Most of all, find solace in the knowing that we are always invited to be a part of the sparkling stillness and peace of Winter.

NOTE: Check out my Resources page for donation/ giving options. Thanks and Happy Healthy Holidays to all!

Cedar the Season

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golden cedar
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One of the oldest known distilled oils, cedarwood has a surprising myriad of benefits to bring into your home.  If you’ve stood in the presence of these magnificent trees, you already have a sense of how fresh and reviving it feels to breathe in that air. One of the sacred trees used in clearing ceremonies, cedar has antiseptic and antibacterial properties. Our brain loves it. It’s restorative and calming at the same time. Grounding and uplifting. It can relieve arthritic pain, clean your counters and renew the scalp. HOW TO USE: A little bit goes a long way. Whether you distill or add to shampoo or lotion, a drop or two will do it. Always use authentic essential oil from a trusted source. Tip: When diffusing, I like to blend Cedarwood with Bergamot and Lavender. Like a walk in the forest, it provides the perfect ambiance for putting up the Christmas tree and enjoying the holiday spirit year-round. See my Resources Page for essential oil and diffuser source suggestions.

The Clear Gift of Humor

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SPLASH, Eugene Levy, 1984, (c)Buena Vista Pictures

What a week I’m having! If 2017 has been as full of angst for you as it has been for most of us, you’ll enjoy the suggestions in my December Enews. This issue features a nod to laughter, seasonal donation opportunity, help from a fellow blogger, favorite product tip and a first time offer for 30% OFF A Clear Place Wisdom Cards. Here’s to lightening the load with humor … and a bright holiday for all! View the good stuff now.

House Call for Ailing Space

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gift acp“No blame, no shame” guidance for whatever is ailing your space.

Clutter issues?   Sharing space?
Downsizing?      Stuffed rooms?
Out of ideas?

House Call to the rescue! Perfect for figuring out where to start and for getting a fresh perspective on your space. No nonsense, practical steps. The perfect gift for you or anyone on your list. Options include onsite or online consultations. Contact me or view packages and purchase at the ACP Etsy shop. Make it a happy green holiday!

Green Holiday Picks

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pear tree webYour wish list may not include dryer balls but if you don’t already have them it should. Find out why these spikey balls are the perfect gift. Note: Not all balls are created equal. I also share my favorite seasonal laundry soap along with this year’s pick for holiday reading. Click here to access Two Dryer Balls and A Partridge in a Pear Tree!

Tis the Season for Trash – or Not

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dump giftAccording to the EPA, Americans generate 25% more trash than usual between Thanksgiving and New Years. That’s about an additional 25 million tons.* We’re talking a LOT of empty containers of eggnog and canned yams! Not to mention all the cards, paper and gift boxes that still get thrown in the garbage instead of the recycle bin. This season, make a promise and an effort to gift Mother Earth. Here are a few ways to start: Read more.

*EPA Source – Consumer Reports December 2015