Index: Are You Concerned
about the Planet?
Your Change
& the Planet
How Best to
Cope with Earth Activity
The most useful
household formula
Consumer
Madness
Become a
Sustainability Workshop Presenter
Free
publication downloads for purchasers of Full Booklet Set
Reader's
Recipe
Are You Concerned
About the Planet?
I've been
surprised at the number of cataclysmic events that have taken place recently.
Earthquakes, floods, tsunamis, tornadoes, hurricanes, cyclones and more. I'm in
my fifties but it was not until the past few years I'd heard about tsunamis
actually happening. And floods in Queensland were reasonably rare - but now
there's been two in a matter of 2 years. Quite obviously there is something
unusual going on with the planet.
There's a story about
if you put in frog in boiling water it will know immediately that something is
wrong. But place a frog in cool water and slowly heat it the frog is none the
wiser. Is this what is happening on Earth at present for humanity?
Planet Earth is in
the midst of an earth-change or significant earth-activity. Everything is in a
process of change - that's what life is about. Earth, too, is changing and
shifting to adapt to the energies around it. Unfortunately it is very likely
that it is yet more to come.
I've put together a
new e-book explaining further the processes of earth's change:
Your Change and
the Planet
My childhood was both dysfunctional and
unhappy. At the age of 42 I had a heart attack. Both were the best things that
could have happened to me! Why? Because it moulded me into the person that I
am today - they were 'wake up calls' for me to make changes in my life. Life is
about becoming the best you can and the challenges in life allow us to do just
that. People that are strongly aligned with the planet have powerful lives full
of learning, self-realisation and deep insights. Why? Because it's a powerful
time for humanity on the Earth at present. As the Earth evolves into a new
level of functioning it pulls with it, into alignment, humanity. Our choice is
to either 'change and adapt' and move with it or resist and face the
consequences.
Much is
happening on the planet at present. Earth activity is intensifying (as the
planet 're-aligns' itself) and people are 'waking up' and changing their lives
so that they are more in tune with the Earth. I receive regular letters, emails,
comments and responses in my workshops from people becoming concerned about
their lifestyle - and making changes to realign themselves with the new Earth
energies. Such things as 'less chemicals', healthier food, practising
sustainability, growing your own vegetables, concern about the welfare of native
flora, animals, etc. are all part of the process. For some people it's like a
powerful light has been turned on and they have, in some way, come alive!
I've
written a new e-book explaining the stages of change and my experiences as I
moved through my own levels of awakening and personal change. You might find it
useful too!
For more
information go to 'Personal Change and the Planet'
How Best to Cope
with Earth Activity
Self-reliance and less dependence on consumerism and commercial offerings are
the key to coping with Earth activity. Changes within the environment and Earth
will quite obviously bring about disruption to the structure and balance of
human life on Earth. As a culture we have become very dependent on consumerism
and in the process have lost our connection with the basics of life. Developing
self-reliance and becoming less depend on consumer products are vital for coping
with the changes ahead. It is also beneficial for the environment, for you and
the hip pocket! There are many ways to lessen dependence on consumerism - but
an easy place to start is with just the basics: vinegar, bicarb soda, soap,
oatmeal, salt, lemons can all be used to replace a huge range of commercial
products for cleaning, disinfecting, deodorising, insect repellent, hair
products, skin care, personal deodorants, garden spray and lots, lots more.
For more information go to: 'The Alternatives'.....
I
personally enjoy the fact that I can survive comfortably with just few simple
products to run and maintain my whole household (and myself!). Most people feel
the same way when they too, realise they can do the same job with less. Where to
start - ''knowledge is power'' as they say so I've put together a complete set
of information e-booklets covering each of the common household alternatives and
their many, many uses. It's a good place to start.
The most useful
household formula
There's
a new advert on the telly that offers ANOTHER new product for cleaning (to add
the thousands of other products!). It's a 'non chemical/non toxic' disinfectant
surface spray cleaner (made by a popular and trusted brand name). It's selling
feature is that it contains less non toxic chemicals (compared with other
surface cleaners) because "people are concerned about the amount of chemicals
used in the home". It's interesting to note that the big companies have found
it necessary to promote their products as 'using less chemicals'. It reflects
how discerning the consumer has become and concerned about toxicity of
commercial offerings. I do not know the price of this new product - above
average I would guess! However - if concern is so significant about chemicals,
the environment, etc. why not alleviate buying the product altogether! It
probably would not benefit the manufacturer's profits - BUT using a simple
alternative will not only save the consumer from toxic chemicals, but save money
and be better for the planet (no empty containers to dispose of, no residue for
the environment to deal with from production run-off and less waste of resources
(when disused and unsold stock is dumped as land fill). What a great idea! So
what is the alternative? VINEGAR. It's a natural anti-bacterial, disinfectant
and mild cleaner. Use as a spray undiluted or dilute half/half with water with
added aroma (eucalyptus or lavender oil).
For
something stronger here's a very popular recipe for basic household cleaning
spray:
3 Steps
for making a Surface Spray/Stain Remover:
1.
Obtain an empty recycled spray bottle (or if not available purchase one
from the supermarket or use a plastic water bottle with hole pierced in the lid
for squirting!)
2.
Pour in the following: one third of bio-degradable detergent or liquid
soap, one third water and one third cloudy ammonia or vinegar* and few drops
eucalyptus oil.
3. Mix
well.
That's
it! I use this spray for cleaning and disinfecting 'just about everything':
stove and bench tops, wall marks, around light switches, telephone hand piece,
computer key-board, bathroom tiles, shower (for extra 'cleaning power'), inside
the cat tray and particularly when I require extra cleaning and disinfecting.
It's also good as a pre-wash stain removing spray on clothing.
*Although cloudy
ammonia has a strong odour when used diluted and sparingly it is safe for you
and the environment. However it can be replaced with vinegar if
preferred.
Consumerism
Madness
The
goal of consumerism and product manufacturing is to create as many individual
products as possible for various household tasks so that more money is made
through you, the consumer. It's worth noting that 'Grandma' cleaned the whole
house, herself, the kids, clothes, etc. etc. with just a bar of soap - she
didn't have an array of cleaning products to choose from! This simple spray
alternative will replace a multitude of cleaning products and sprays while doing
the same job just as effectively.
Be
wise and smart - don't be fooled by clever advertising ploys. Buy less
commercial products - use more alternatives!
Become a
Sustainability Workshop Presenter
Encouraging and educating other people about sustainability in the home using
alternatives is fulfilling and rewarding. It's a very popular topic at present
and on everyone's lips. I spend most of my time these days running workshops
showing people how to be more sustainable in the home. The workshops are very
popular. When I first started in 2005 - like all things new - it was a matter of
just 3 or 5 people coming to the workshops. But now it's a different story - at
a recent workshop (Natural Skin Care) bookings were at 'full house' of 30 with
another 18 on the waiting list. There is a growing need for people to know more
about 'practical sustainability'. In response I've set up the Workshop Presenter
Packages for you to download They contain all you'll need to run the same
workshops in your local area. A recent comment from a NSW workshop
presenter:
“Woow – I’m so pleased myself. I
purchased your Green Cleaning Workshop Package and have just done my first
‘presentation’ to mothers at my local kindergarten. It felt so good. Thank you,
thank you, thank you!!”
June
It's encouraging that the concept is working and successful for people wanting
to do more for the planet. The packages are set up so that you can integrate
your own areas of interest and experience into the workshops making them unique
to you. For more information go to: Workshop Packages.
PS:
For more comments from people about The Shoppe and Workshops
go to: Testimonials
Free publications
for purchasers of Full Booklet Set
Did you
purchase a full booklet set ($110.00) before the booklets were republished as
e-booklets? All purchasers of a full booklet set are welcome
to free e-booklets to the value of $110.00 on a 'two for one basis'. To do this
go to www.theshoppe.com.au. Select and pay for as many e-booklets,
e-booklet sets
and workshop downloads as you would like up the value of $110.00. Once
downloaded email The Shoppe listing your chosen free downloads (to the value of
$110.00) and I will send them via return email. Easy as that! Email me if you
would like this offer explained further - I would be happy to hear from
you.
Beginners Flower Pressing
I began
flower pressing some years ago because I wanted to keep a record of particular
plants so that I could identify them for later use. At one stage while renting
(ah - the wonders of renting!) I moved house quite often and wanted a keepsake
of some of what I had planted in the garden. I also began creating my own
Australian Flower Essences for my personal use and wanted to make sure that when
I replaced the original stock I used the correct plant. In fact I still have
the plants that I collected way back in 1994 - still recognisable for
reference. The advantage of flower pressing as compared to drying flowers is
that pressed flowers are safely stored in book form and less likely to fall
apart, collect dust or disintegrate over time. It's also a great way to store
special occasion flowers (weddings, Valentines Day, etc.) for years to come. So
this particular e-book - like all my e-books - details my experience and
learning along the way
Readers
Recipe
"Hi Pam
- I recently made some garlic oil from one of your e-booklets. It smells
wonderful particularly when cooking! Didn't realise it would be so strong and
effective! Please tell others about how well it works". Roxanne-
via email
Here's
the 3 step recipe (it's so easy!):
1.
Obtain a clean recycled
bottle with lid.
2.
Place in a few sprigs of
your favourite fresh herb (rosemary, sage, thyme, etc.), one or two cloves
sliced garlic, 10 peppercorns and sliced chilli (optional)
3.
Pour
in olive oil (or other oil if preferred). Leave to infuse in a warm place (i.e.
window-sill) for 1-2 weeks before using.
Use for
shallow frying, dressings, etc, whenever oil is required. No need to remove the
additives, leave in the bottle to continue infusing while in use.
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Well, that's if from
me. I hope you've enjoyed the new newsletter format - stay tuned for the next
issue - due out soon! Many thanks for your ideas and comments. Keep in
touch!.
Pam Marshall - The
Self-Sufficiency Shoppe www.theshoppe.com.au
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