Your opinion, please?
Written on March 17, 2014 at 3:40 pm, by Ellen WoodYou’re always been so kind with your comments and so supportive of my work, I wondered if you’d mind doing me another favor.
Would you please look at my new website www.livehappyevent.com and tell me minor things that would improve it? (Pretend you don’t know anything about me so you have a fresh perspective.) Just comment below or email me at ellen@howtogrowyounger.com
We still have to do some tweaking like remove the REPLY section on each page.
And YAY! Our first gig is Saturday, March 29 and we’ve been hired for two others in the summer. This first one is two hours (the others are one hour) so I’m busy learning my lines of the script that’s (almost) finished.
You’ll love Martha. She’s an awesome Joyfulness Sister.
Joy and Blessings,
Ellen
I’m so excited, I want to share this with you….
Written on March 5, 2014 at 11:34 am, by Ellen WoodI now have a column in a wonderful magazine called BellaSpark. You can see the magazine here:
http://www.mydigitalpublication.com/publication/?i=199003.
I met the delightful publisher, Donna Visocky, when I attended one of their events where my hero, Dr. Bruce Lipton, was speaking.
Another thing: I want you to know that I really appreciate you. It’s so easy to unsubscribe and I’m grateful that you’re continuing to be part of our online community.
Joy and Blessings,
Ellen
“I wish you’d never been born!” – Moving video…
Written on February 10, 2014 at 6:38 am, by Ellen Wood“I wish you’d never been born!” Those were the
words that Bobbie heard from her father at her
5th birthday party, in front of her friends.
They were just a few of the painful words she
had to hear through the years from her father.
This particular event was one of the most painful
and traumatic that she had to deal with growing
up, and one that continued to cause her pain
decades later.
I want to share Bobbie’s story with you in a
powerful and extremely moving video, where Bobbie
works with Nick Ortner — NY Times best-selling
author of “The Tapping Solution” and producer of
the upcoming 6th annual Tapping World Summit —
on stage at a live event, and I’ll tell you why…
In the video you’ll get to see her use EFT Tapping,
one of the most effective techniques I’ve ever seen
used for personal change and growth, and see her go
through an emotional and physical transformation
right before your eyes.
Most importantly, I want you to see how you can use
this same technique to change your life.
Check it out:
http://thetappingsolution.com/cmd.php?Clk=5209216
I use EFT myself and it’s so effective for me, I
want you to know about it too.
Love and Blessings,
Ellen
EFT Expert Nick Ortner interviews Lissa Rankin – How to trigger healing in your brain…
Written on February 6, 2014 at 6:56 am, by Ellen WoodI’m sure you’ve heard things said before like
“mind over body” or “your mind can heal anything,”
but do you ever think to yourself…”that’s easier
said than done!”
After all…if you’re like most people, you don’t
have time to sit around like a Buddist Monk
meditating for hours a day, focusing on healing
your body, so how exactly do you apply it to your life?
Well, I want to share a video with you today that
will share some startling research on just how powerful
the mind is over the body, as well as introduce a
grounded, everyday technique that you can use to
actually help your mind to keep your body healthy.
It’s a video of Dr. Lissa Rankin, M.D., where she
sits down with Nick Ortner, the producer of the
upcoming 6th annual Tapping World Summit, to discuss
her findings and the implications they have for all
of us, both the “seemingly” healthy and unhealthy.
Watch this video! I know you’ll love it. : )
http://thetappingsolution.com/cmd.php?Clk=5205496
Joy and Blessings,
Ellen
What do you think about passionate sex?
Written on February 5, 2014 at 7:51 am, by Ellen Wood
Here’s an “affirmation” that’s not uncommon
when people reach their 50s or 60s: Sex is a
problem; I must be getting old.
Somehow our society has accepted the idea
that when we get into middle age and beyond,
sex becomes less exciting, less pleasurable,
less possible.
And if that’s what they keep affirming, that’s
what they get. A wilting sex life doesn’t have
to be your reality and there are scientific
studies that prove this. We can still enjoy
passionate sex into our 80s, 90s and beyond.
Lovemaking actually stirs up the life force
within and can help us to grow younger.
If you create a sensual, thrilling love
affair, you will enjoy mind-blowing sex
up to your 100th birthday, and beyond.
Yeah.
Written on January 27, 2014 at 4:03 pm, by Ellen Wood
Thanks to the many brave pioneers who have committed their lives to raising their own consciousness, every day our bodies and minds are becoming more aligned with our spirits. These ahead-of-their-time thinkers laid the foundation for us. Their prayers and spiritual practices have made ‘the way’ easier for everyone else. This is a perfect example of how taking care of ourselves makes the world a better place. We are now free to experience glimpses of the beauty, deep peace and radiant joy of our true being.
The premise of the shift in consciousness is a realization that we are not separate beings, bound by our name, body, history, past choices, occupation or anything in the seen world. We are, in truth, an expression of the Divine. (And you can define “Divine” however fits your personal spirituality.) Like a branch is connected to the tree, we are an aspect of the Divine, our Source. As the branch must remain connected to the tree in order to bear fruit and maintain life, our youthfulness and joy are directly related to how consciously ‘connected’ we are to the Divine. A branch cut from the tree withers and dies. Sound like ungraceful aging?
It’s important to note that in truth we are never disconnected from the Divine. But, as this analogy illustrates, we thrive when we are consciously connected.
Unsweetened natural truths to grow younger
Written on January 22, 2014 at 8:15 am, by Ellen Wood
The daily practice of becoming aware of your thoughts is important to
growing younger.
What are you thinking right now? Positive thoughts or negative ones?
And here’s the Tip of the Week:
Do I absolutely adore this tip? Do I wake up in the morning
excited to pass up huge helpings of dessert and snack food?
No, not really. But I can’t believe the difference in how YOUNG
I feel when I limit my sugar intake to less than 15 grams per day.
Scientists have found that too much sugar causes skin to
wrinkle— and can cause depression AND Alzheimer’s. Believe me,
it’s worth passing up sugar to feel this young! See Prevention‘s
article on sugar: http://tinyurl.com/kmtf985
I’d love if you’d comment on my Facebook page (see link below)
so we can all share how we feel about watching our thoughts
and limiting sugar.
Love and Blessings,
Ellen
My NEW Favorite Skin Moisturizer You Can Make at Home
Written on January 7, 2014 at 7:19 am, by Ellen WoodIf you saw the TV interview video on this home page, filmed a few years ago, you’ll know that I raved about castor oil with frankincense and lavender. That homemade remedy for anti-aging and anti-itching in cold weather is still excellent for your skin; however, I’ve discovered an alternative moisturizer that my skin loves and is less greasy. It’s rosehip seed oil with carrot seed essential oil.
Carrot seed oil, made from the seed of the wild carrot with the umbrella –type flower known as Queen Anne’s Lace, is the clear favorite in current research concerning the best essential oils for rejuvenating mature skin. Not only is it said to combat wrinkles and age spots, it also has a delightful fragrance and mixes well with rosehip seed oil. Carrot seed oil contains Tocopheryl (Vitamin E), a powerful antioxidant which also helps preserve the life of the rosehip seed oil, and is high in antioxidants which may protect your skin from free radicals. Free radicals are stray oxygen molecules that lead to inflammation, a key component in most common diseases associated with aging today.
The finest rosehip seed oil is derived from cold pressing the seed of the mountain rose (Rosa affinis rubiginosa or Rosa moschata) that grows wild in the shadow of the Andes Mountains in southern central Chile. Used by native people for centuries to soothe and moisturize their skin, it wasn’t until the 1980s that scientists validated the remarkable pharmacological properties of rosehip seed oil.
A study conducted in 1983 of rosehip seed oil applied topically to 180 people with scars from burns, trauma or surgery showed this ‘dry’ oil actually lessened the appearance of aging and scarring. Then in 1988 two scientists identified the presence of natural retinoic acid, commonly called Tretinoin, in rosehip seed oil as being responsible for the improvements found in the 1983 study. Today this extraordinary oil is used in a number of botanical skincare products.
About a year ago I mixed my own concoction of rosehip seed oil and carrot seed essential oil and loved the feel of the ‘dry’ oil, which is absorbed easily into my skin. I truly believe the reason I get so many compliments on my complexion is because of my blend of these two amazing oils. Rosehip seed oil is not recommended if you have very oily skin or acne so if in doubt, please consult a healthcare practitioner.
Ellen’s home remedy for healthy, young skin
- At your local health food store or online, buy an 8 oz. bottle of organic rosehip seed oil and a small bottle of organic carrot seed essential oil.
- Add 15 to 20 drops of carrot seed oil to the rose hip oil bottle.
- Dry brush your skin, then shower and lightly towel.
- Shake, pour the oil blend into your hands, and gently apply it to your face. Then spread it all over your body.
- As you rub this yummy oil all over, say ‘thank you’ to each part of your body – for carrying you around, allowing you to touch and hold things, for keepin’ on even when you don’t give it enough attention or rest.
- Can’t reach your back? Go to the hardware store and get a paint sponge on a stick. Gently pour the oil mixture on the sponge and spread it on your back. Then insert the sponge end into a plastic baggie for use the next day. Or, if your sweetheart is available, ask him or her to apply the oil mixture on your back. You may even get a little massage out of it.
- To preserve the health benefits, keep this rosehip seed oil and carrot seed essential oil blend out of direct light and in temperatures below 75 degrees.
NEW
CHRISTMAS SPECIAL
Written on December 16, 2013 at 8:12 am, by Ellen WoodKnow someone who wants to rejuvenate their life, to feel all the passion and joy of living they felt when they were younger? Treat them to a book or CD and get 20% off by putting JOY in the coupon code. Go to the SHOP page on this website.
And for you? Here’s a tip if you’re feeling stressed out with all the hullabaloo of the holiday season and your mind is going 50 million places at once. Well, maybe not 50 million – but the average person talks to themselves 300 to 1000 words a minute so there’s a lot going on.
And when you’re stressed, what’s happening in your mind is often negative. Here’s one way to get a handle on what you allow your mind to chew on. Write on several index cards, “What am I thinking right now?” and put them in the kitchen, bathroom, bedroom – wherever you’ll see them. Then when you see the card, notice what’s going on in your mind.
If it’s repeating the same thing over and over and making you upset, deliberately think of something different. But be gentle with yourself. Perhaps say a little prayer or think of something you’re grateful for. Or think of someone you care about but haven’t seen in a long time. Picture their face and see them smiling at you.
I wish you smiles, peace and serenity in this holiday season and a beautiful New Year.
Love and Blessings,
Ellen
Nothing ages you faster than this!
Written on December 2, 2013 at 11:53 am, by Ellen WoodNothing ages you faster than stress. How do we know? Well, let’s back up for a second and define some things. DNA is the genetic material that makes up the chromosomes, and each chromosome starts out with a lengthy protective cap, a specific sequence of DNA, at each end. These caps, called telomeres, are like the plastic-coated tip of a shoelace which keeps the shoelace from unraveling. The caps also function to keep the chromosome from fusing with other chromosomes.
Throughout life, though, and as the cells divide, the telomeres get shorter and shorter. Eventually they become too short to protect the DNA. At this point cellular damage begins to occur, leading to malfunction in crucial organs like the brain, heart, liver, and pancreas. Muscle loss also occurs, and, eventually, extreme weakness and frailty ensue. Scientists are learning that when the telomeres get short enough, the deterioration associated with aging occurs.
In a Harvard-affiliated study, researchers boosted the cellular levels of telomerase, the enzyme that lengthens and repairs telomeres, in mice – and saw significant signs of age reversal. Even fur on the mice that had turned gray was restored to dark fur. The researchers were surprised to see such dramatic results. In measurable ways, the mice grew younger.
Some interesting new studies focus on the relationship between stress, telomere length and cellular aging in humans. Dr. Elizabeth Blackburn, a Nobel laureate who first identified the enzyme telomerase, has examined the effect of psychological stress at the cellular level. As reported in The New York Times, Dr. Blackburn and Dr. Elissa Epel, a research psychologist interested in chronic stress, studied telomere length in two groups of mothers. One group had normal, healthy children; the other group of mothers had a child with a chronic illness. Dr. Blackburn and Dr. Epel found significant differences between the groups, and found that the longer the mothers had been caring for their chronically ill child, the lower their telomerase levels and the shorter their telomeres.
Although genes play a role in telomerase production, stress is not genetically based. The chronic stress these mothers experienced came from outside the body and affected the body’s ability to repair itself. Increased stress levels, the scientists found, can measurably accelerate the aging process at the cellular level. The research team found similar effects among primary caregivers for partners with dementia. A 2012 study at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston tracked telomere length in more than 5,000 women and confirmed similar findings.
Could meditation counter the effects of stress on telomere length? Dr. Blackburn, among others, has found evidence that meditation does appear to increase telomerase levels among practitioners. A recent study by Dean Ornish, M.D., founder and president of the Preventive Medical Research Institute and clinical professor of medicine at the University of California, San Francisco, showed that comprehensive lifestyle changes can have a positive effect on telomere length. His research was based on a host of lifestyle changes including meditation and showed that telomeres actually increased in length for those in the 5-year study who followed a lifestyle plan that included eating whole foods, exercising and meditating.
If you, like most people, have accepted the belief that age reversal can’t happen, it’s time to release that belief. Replace it with a belief based on new information – that it is possible to reverse the signs of aging and grow younger, and reducing stress is one of the most effective ways to do it.
I’m not saying that you can get rid of life’s challenges. Everybody has stress-inducing challenges – but we can practice ways to respond instead of reacting that will greatly reduce the effect of stress on our bodies. In a subsequent blog I’ll share some practices for reducing stress. In the meantime, change your belief about aging. When you allow the belief that you can rejuvenate your life, you’ve taken a significant step toward making it happen.