While compact fluorescent bulbs do typically cost more than incandescent bulbs, you can get them more affordably in many places.
Some electric companies offer discounts on them. These may be available in local stores. I can often get my CFLs for about $1 per bulb. This is of course just for the basic ones, and if you have dimmer switches, ceiling fan lights or closed fixtures you may have to pay more.
However, each CFL should save you money over the life of the bulb. They use significantly less energy than incandescent bulbs and last longer in most cases.
2. Turn off unneeded lights.
Old advice, but still good. Even young children can be taught to turn off lights in rooms that aren't being used. Takes just a moment, it's free to do, saves money and energy.
3. Unplug appliances.
Many appliances use power even when they're turned off. Many of them really don't need it, unless you need the clock still running or something.
If unplugging is too much effort, consider buying a smart power strip. These will shut down the power to electronics that are connected to each other. You can set one up so that shutting down the computer cuts to power to your monitor, printer and any other accessories, for example. Or turn off the TV and have the DVD player shut completely down. You'll probably want cable boxes and/or DVRs on a separate strip if they need power while the TV is off.
4. Use fans instead of the air conditioner.
Summer's over in some places, but not near me. We're still getting plenty of weather into the 90s.
A good fan works wonders for cutting down our use of air conditioning. It still gets plenty hot in the house, but by combining existing fans with building a tolerance for warmer weather we use the AC relatively little.
You can also figure out which of the windows allow the worst of the heat in. We block those windows with Mylar, and in one case even have a shade on the outside of the house to keep the heat out. Simple, but it makes a huge difference.
Similarly, in winter you can cut down on your heater use by dressing more warmly.
5. Buy Energy Star appliances when you need new ones.
It can be hard to say when it's worthwhile to replace an appliance that hasn't yet broken down. Sometimes it is, sometimes it isn't. But when it's time, get the most efficient one that meets your needs. Energy Star products cost you a bit more upfront, but over time they will save you money.
These are few steps to accomplishing this:
One, find someone who knows how to read the possible toxins that may be lurking in your home. I am referring to a healer that works on a subtler energy level. For example, the lead may have been removed from the house but the energy still exists at a deeper level. There are individuals who are experts at removing this. And, of course, a conventional toxin evaluation would also be wise.
Two, seek out a Feng Shui consultant; I would strongly recommend a person who is fluent in "Form or Compass Feng Shui", which calculates your birth date and the Chinese calendar into the evaluation and recommendations. I find this style much more powerful than westernized Feng Shui or what is called "Black Hat Feng Shui." On my property there were three dead trees that were literally in a straight line from one end of the house to the other. They were situated in the Health Section of my property; this was not good! I had them removed right away. I certainly did not want the energy blocked in that area. Whether you believe in this philosophy or not, I would do it anyway; it can't hurt!
Thirdly, I would smudge or use aromatherapy in the house daily and open the windows. Lemon is what I use in my house and office. Get a state-of-the-art air cleaner. Keep the house clean, make it a priority, it will help you keep moving forward, feeling constructive. Remember the powerful words from the great book, Tuesdays With Morrie--"when you're in bed you're dead!"
Fourth, there are powerful people who can support you in removing any bad energy in the house. They specialize in extractions of entities or negatives energy forms that don't serve you. Seek them out; the right one will show up. You're on the path to wellness. God will provide.
Fifth, make sure the polarity on the north and south sides of the house are positive as well as the ley lines. There are specialist out there that can assist you in this.
Soon after I got the big news that I was well, I rented a room in house for a few months. The first day there I woke up sick and remained sick literally to the day I moved out two months later. The woman who owned it was a bit lacking on cleaning; the house was very moldy and dusty but the reason I got sick was that place was full of old pine needles from the Xmas tree she had up. My holistic doctor discovered that I was ultra-sensitive to old pine needles! Go figure!
Make your home a sanctuary. It doesn't cost a lot of money. Go haunt garage sales or Good Will; this is always fun. Surround yourself with things that make you feel good, that inspire you. Don't overlook the importance of a healthy environment. Let your environment reflect how you want to look inside. Model to your disease how you want it to look. Healed!
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