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Mom life is crazy busy, this blog is chock full of ideas to keep the family healthy, organized, eat together more and tread lightly in the process.  


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FEAR= Fully Educated and Ready

FEAR=  Fully Educated and Ready
Health and Wellness Fears
In this time of uncertainty, worry and concern about the health and wellness of yourself and your family, it’s time to take a long hard look at the things you do on a daily basis!   Turn FEAR to something different: Fully Educated and Ready!

You know that you should eat a well-balanced diet and move your body to stay strong with some form of exercise.  These are not new revelations.  And yet, you push those things aside because you are “too busy” or “don’t feel like it” or “the kids won’t eat that” or “I don’t like vegetables” or “my joints hurt too much to exercise”…. You can fill in the blank with whatever comes to mind.   This is the time, right now, to embrace changes in your diet that will fuel you with good energy! 

On March 27 at 1:00 p.m. I will hold a zoom conference call to chat about some things I've implemented in my own diet that help me stay appropriately fueled, help me achieve my weight loss goals and keep me above the wellness line.  You can join in the call or receive a replay HERE.

Control your Mindset
The fact of the matter is YOU ARE IN COMPLETE CONTROL  of what choices you make and what actions you take.  You are also in control of the THOUGHTS that you allow into your head!  You must be super intentional about your mindset especially in the reality of the pandemic we are facing today.  It is so easy to get derailed with constant news and updates of things that may concern you and cause worry! 

On March 28 at 7:00 p.m. I will hold a zoom conference call to chat about some things I've implemented in my own daily routine that help me keep my emotions in check.  You can join in the call or receive a replay HERE.

Many people are fearful of loss of income right now.  It is real.  Maybe it's time to think of adding an additional income stream for your family.  If that's where you are, I'm going to break down the network marketing opportunity as it relates to Young Living on March 29 at 7:00 p.m..  Maybe it's for you and maybe it's not, join me to find out more HERE

Be Intentional
I have been doing something everyday since December that has helped me stay laser focused on the things that I want to achieve – one of which is wellness.   Maybe you’ve heard of Rachel Hollis and her Start Today Journal?  She sells a beautiful journal but I just grabbed a notebook I had on hand and started doing it!   You can check out her video here.

The power of writing your goals down everyday (AFTER you list several things you are grateful for) brings them front and center in your mind, every.single.day.  And you know what happens? You start thinking about those things more and you start taking actions to make them happen.  Grab a journal/notebook/a piece of paper and start writing! 

Environmental Choices
I have been super intentional about wellness and I don’t just mean what food I fuel my body with or how much exercise I get, but I have also focused heavily on eliminating as many toxins from my home environment as possible to reduce the chemical burden on my body.  

Being intentional about your physical well being is not just a fleeting moment in time.  Not just because there's a pandemic going on.  It has to be for the long haul.  Your physical well being does not just involve eating veggies and limiting sugar, although that is pretty important.  Your physical well being is also about paying attention to the products you use in your home that could be negatively affecting your health.  

Grab a bottle of your most used cleaning product and google some of the ingredients listed on the bottle.  Inform yourself about what you are using!  You have other options to clean your home with plant based cleaners that are effective and not harmful to you or the environment.

On March 30 at 1:00 p.m. I will delve into a few cleaning products I choose to use in my house.  Join me HERE.

On March 31 at 7:00 p.m. I will explain why I use essential oils in my everyday routine and how I use them on a daily basis (pandemic or not) to keep my family above the wellness line.  You can join that discussion HERE. 

Right now, more than ever, it’s on everyone’s mind…. How in the world do I keep my family healthy?

Educate yourself
If that’s you, I want to invite you to join me in one of up coming discussions (held via zoom so we can be appropriately socially distant ๐Ÿ˜‰).  RSVP to a zoom call discussion here!.  I would be honored to have you join me. 

I will cover using essential oils to help deal with emotions, jumpstart your wellness with some great recipes, Network marketing 101 for those considering adding a supplemental income, cleaning with Thieves and rounding out the month with an essential oils samples class (registration for the sample class closes March 27 so I can mail out the samples.   

Join an upcoming zoom call
Check out the topics, times and RSVP to a zoom call discussion here!.  Can't wait to see your smiling face on one of my upcoming zoom calls!  

I am available to chat one on one as well just leave a comment below and I'll touch base with you.  

Meanwhile, I'll be praying for wellness, purpose and abundance for everyone!

๐Ÿ’•Gwen

Hi, I'm Gwen Reed....

 
I'm so glad you're here!

Let me share a little about my journey.

For years, I felt completely overwhelmed by the demands of life—juggling kids' activities, volunteering, work, cooking, laundry, and cleaning. I was constantly forgetting things (or even a kid or two ๐Ÿคฃ) and felt like I was barely holding it all together. By midday, I was completely drained, riding the highs and lows of sugar crashes.

I knew something had to change. I needed to get a handle on the chaos and shake the feeling of failure that had crept in. So, I decided to ask for help and seek out ways to simplify life. I became a student again—researching, learning, and exploring how to shift my mindset and regain control.

I had already started incorporating more holistic practices into our family’s lifestyle, but then something transformative happened. I was introduced to a trusted product that completely revolutionized how we clean our home. And on top of that, I discovered the secret to beating my afternoon energy crashes!

With the right blend of gratitude, a more balanced schedule, and a renewed focus on health, I’ve finally found a rhythm that works.

Now, I'm on a mission to empower other overwhelmed moms. I want to share the tools, tips, and knowledge I've gained to help you fill your cup with joy, gratitude, and healthier choices.

Join my Modern Mom Community and discover how you can find freedom, balance, and happiness with the insights we share!

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