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Good Sermon!
"We need not think alike to love alike." David Ferenc
You may uncover some hidden qualities about yourself and the energies provide terrific opportunities for making plans. Just about any plans, from small ones to big important ones. Make the most out of this time because March is set to be the month that holds the strongest of potentials, and with only a follow-up of this kind of energy only a little later in to the year.
Relationships are in focus again however with the turbulent energy flow, these will either thrive or wilt and die. In order to sustain a relationship now it will take a strong bond or connection of some kind, or simply a lot of trying. It's a good time to ask yourself, what you are looking for out of a relationship.
Avoid doing too much this month and spend time at home, change any traveling plans if possible. May is a better time to travel. It's a good time to balance diet and exercise. If you've fallen off the wagon passed few weeks, you can do a lot to help yourself bounce back. Take a look at your day-to-day routine and see where you can make time to start exercising some more.
If you've been eating more takeaway lately, it's a good opportunity to turn things around and make some healthier food choices. More fruits and vegetables would be beneficial now to assist the immune system in-time for the cooler months and help reduce the severity of colds and flu.
If you've been feeling miserable over something (or someone) now is a good time to release your hold. If it feels like an additional task, additional worry, or an annoyance, it may be time to let it go. You have nothing to gain from giving energy to it, even if it may be someone in your family who is draining your energies! Let it go. There are more ways to let situations go than we realise. It may be as easy as changing the way we see the situation.
The energies are favorable for making new friends, great excuse to get a night-out planned for the weekend! Grab a friend and head down to the local water-hole. You never know you else will be there. There are good opportunities to deepen existing bonds between current friendships too.
Routine is the chant of the month. You will find yourself more than usual in situations which will help you to learn and grow through routine.
With love & light, have a wonderful month
Written by Biljana
Biljana is a Spiritual Advisor, a practicing clairsentient and a caring counselor. She is available for consulting on a variety of issues related to relationships, spirituality and empowerment. You can read more articles written by Biljana on the website or visit her profile page, for more information about Biljana
If you have the right tools you can do anything and tools is not only something men use in the shed! It can mean anything and in spirituality we like to use this term in encouraging others to find the right tools. Often it is said, "With the right tools you can do it." In this article I'd like to explore just how far you can take this bit of wisdom and even beyond but for the sake of us all, I'm writing in love and in light only so no funny ideas OK!
Remember what I wrote about being the best judge?.. well, I'll allow you to judge and decide whether this article is useful to you or not because it may be or it may not be and that's alright. The purpose of my writing is to expand upon what we believe is possible and what is not; to challenge and to entertain our limits. I know we have them.
It's easy to restrict what we can and can't do after all each morning we wake up and come across restriction, for instance, "Damn, I can't reach that .. if only I was taller." Or, "Bugger I'm so lonely, if only I could find that special someone." Or even, "I wish I knew what made her tick!" Now, remember in love and in light only. Forget any sinister ideas that may come up because they will mislead you. By the way I am trusting all of you are wiser than that so let's continue ...
The easiest way to get ahead is to know ourself well. To understand how gain the ball in your court is to be able to separate what is us from something or someone else and that's then not enough; we need to be able to know how that something or someone else operates or in other words; thinks and feels. If for instance, you know exactly what your Boss wants then you can simply deliver. Yes, this may all seem mundane and you might be thinking where is the punch-line .. this is all gibberish!
This is where the tools come in and as with anything else, you decide what those are. Firstly, to carry out something of this magnitude you will need the first and most important tool; passion. Yes, indeed, if you aren't passionate about it, it simply will not eventuate and secondly, you will need patience and faith. Equally as important. As it is said, you can't hurry love and neither can you walk without learning how to crawl first.
If you want it bad enough you will get it and that's where having the right tools is important. The rewards are also wonderful and there will be times when you'll just have to reel yourself in and let things be. You'll understand that it is important you know how to do this and as with anything else you will be given the opportunity to do so.
So you can get what you want, make all your dreams come true; attract the perfect lover, create wealth and make it grow, be happy and content .. get on your path and stay on it. Gosh you are really jumping out of your seat now!!!
Here's the punch-line .. apply yourself. Be willing to try for what you dream of. If you want to attract the perfect lover, get to know yourself inside out and decide on what you really need out of a partner then look into this further, perhaps read books written on personalities, different people, different desires, etc .. think about what best suits you. If you want to create wealth, don't waste your time in an unsatisfying job and jump right into your career choice. It's the only way you're going to feel good about what you do. If you want to make your money grow similarly, gain more knowledge about how to make money grow and don't be afraid to try. You can have this.
Yes, that's it, if you have the right tools you can do it and here's a helpful tip; be willing to try different things out because odds are the reason it hasn't been working is because you may have been hitting the nail with a paint brush instead of a hammer, so, go get your hammer and don't worry the nail is not going anywhere.
Master yourself and have fun!
© 2010 by Biljana
For the vast majority of human history, agriculture can be described as organic. It's only during the 20th century was a large supply of new synthetic chemicals introduced to the food supply. This more recent style of production is referred to as conventional. A key factor is that organic farming is consistent with sound moral and ethical principles which benefit the environment and welfare of rearing the animals.
Conventional supply of foods and drinks is unfortunately far less beneficial for our health than organic foods and drink, or growing your own in your back yard, simply because organic foods and drinks supply are simple, healthful and close to nature. The basic principle of organic farming is to achieve optimum quantities of produce and food of high nutritional quality without the use of artificial fertilisers or synthetic chemicals. It does not use genetically modified foods, growth promoters or hormones.
Ingredients (serves 4)
1.8kg organic free-range chicken
1 lemon
4 sprigs fresh tarragon
1 bunch large Dutch carrots, trimmed, peeled
4 small parsnips, trimmed, peeled, cut in half lengthways
4 small leeks, trimmed
1kg small chat potatoes
1/4 cup olive oil
Sauce
2 egg yolks
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh tarragon leaves, finely chopped
125g butter, melted
Method
Preheat the oven to 200°C. Rinse the chicken inside and out with cold water and pat dry with paper towel. Using your fingers, gently loosen the skin from the breast to form a pocket. Thinly slice half the lemon. Place 2 tarragon sprigs and 3-4 slices of lemon under the skin on each side of the chicken breast. Season well with freshly ground black pepper and sea salt flakes. Put the remaining lemon half and tarragon sprigs into the chicken cavity. Tie the legs together with kitchen twine and tuck the wings underneath the chicken.
Place the vegetables in a large roasting pan. Add the oil and toss until well coated. Place a wire rack above the vegetables and put the chicken on top. Bake for 1 hour 10 minutes or until cooked through. To check if the chicken is cooked, pierce the thickest part of the thigh with a skewer and if the juices run clear, the chicken is ready.
Meanwhile, prepare the sauce. Place the egg yolks, lemon juice and tarragon into a food processor. Process for 30 seconds or until combined. With the motor running, slowly add the warm melted butter until a thick, creamy sauce forms.
Serve the chicken with the roasted vegetables and sauce. Enjoy!
Back Pain
The health of your back is affected mainly by how you carry and use your body, but also by diet, digestion and the way you cope with stress. Back pain affects most people at some time in their lives. It has been said, it is a leading cause of disability in Australia and New Zealand. Many natural therapies can be used to provide relief from back pain, even when orthodox therapies fail to help. Did you know? Strong abdominal muscles are essential to maintaining a healthy back and protecting your back from injury.
Back pain may be a slight problem lasting a few days or a serious long lasting disability. Pain can result from any weakness in the back from injury. Carrying heavy objects, exercising without due care, using poor lifting technique, twisting or turning awkwardly all these can cause damage. Bad posture, lack of exercise, sitting in one position for long periods, pregnancy and being overweight make back pain more likely and may worsen existing pain. Stress is also a major cause of back pain. Less commonly, backache results from a condition unrelated to the back, such as urinary-tract infection.
Your spine contains 33 firmly linked vertebrae. The first 24 are separated by natural shock absorbers consisting of cartilage discs filled with gel. The spine is held together by ligaments (thick bands of fibrous tissue), muscles and the facet joints of each vertebra. Pain can be caused by any part of the complex structure of the back and often back pain results from a combination of factors.
The most important way to prevent back pain is to maintain your back's strength and flexibility with daily exercise. It is also essential to avoid excessive or awkward movements that can cause stress and strain. Gentle massage of the muscles on either side of the spine can often ease pain. Also, you can try The Supine Twist, it can ease back stiffness. (Stop if it causes pain.) Lay on your back. Place your left foot on your right knee, and lower your left knee to the right, twisting from the waist. Rest your right hand on your left thigh. Raise your left arm upwards to the left, palm up, and look towards it. Relax the position for a minute and then repeat on the other side.
When working at a computer for any length of time, be sure that your knees are bent at a 90 degree angle and that you lower back is well supported by a correctly adjusted chair. You would be able to look at the screen without tilting your head. Prolonged bed rest is no longer recommended for back pain. Instead, get up and about as soon as possible and, after checking with your doctor, begin to do a few minutes of gentle exercise each day. Build up a regular exercise routine to strengthen your back and abdominal muscles and to increase your flexibility.
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A man finally goes with his wife to church, after promising her for weeks that he'd go. Surprisingly, the man was so impressed with the preacher's sermon he stopped on the way out to shake his hand.
"Preacher, I'll tell you, that was a damn fine sermon."
The preacher says, "Why thank you sir, but we don't use profanity in the house of the Lord."
The man says, "But preacher, seriously, I'm not a religious man, but that was the best damned sermon I ever heard."
The preacher says again, "Sir, while I appreciate what you're trying to say, I must be blunt: DO NOT use curse words in the Lord's house again."
The man says, "Well, anyway, I was so impressed with your sermon that I placed $5000 dollars in the collection plate".
"No S***?" says the Preacher.
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"May our heart's garden of awakening bloom with hundreds of flowers." Thich Nhat Hanh
It's all about Change
It's the month of Valentine's, who can remember the story of Valentino? And how things have changed into just another opportunity for business. Non-the-less it's a good time to express how you really feel about the special person in your life.
There is a strong energy around unity and union of souls, many of us will feel isolated and separated. This might not be because we really are so different to one another but more because the walls and boundaries we have created around one another are quite the same. Universally we have created similar boundaries and the energies in February will test these. You will seek opportunities to open yourself up and express your true feelings.
The other main cause for concern will be balancing your inner self. Allow for your real feelings to be dominant even if this means it will stress situations because it's important to your soul's journey. Keeping an unsatisfying path is not favorable to your personal growth and evolution, and neither is it kind to the rest of society! Think of how your unhappiness last made you feel.
Tempers may flare, emotions explode at work and at home if there are issues with sincerity. At work the energies are likely to disrupt issues with progress and growth. If you think you've had it made, think again. Be a real team player, avoid being insincere with those you work with (and live with) it will come back in a very positive way! It's your opportunity now. If you were ever going to shine, you can shine now.... and keep shining because we really need it.
In your private moments don't despair or resort to loneliness because it's untrue. You are never really alone. It's a delusion. There are plenty of spirits around us, Angels and heavenly helpers, Guides, Guardians and all others including God. We are never really alone. Happiness is just a prayer away. Take some time to pray about your problems.
Make sure your actions reflect your thoughts. Continue to express your innermost emotions to yourself and keep working them out. Don't forget when things get hard or all jumbled, sit in your space of peace. Visit that place regularly and sometimes just sit there any time at all. Don't worry, it doesn't remove you from what's important. It will give you a new power and peace.
Troubles brew between two sides as they try to compromise and become one new piece in a unity to another part of unity and so forth, so you can imagine how much work there is to be done and with many of us still clueless about what's going on, victims to our own emotions. Only when we realise our emotional problems need work and healing, can we move into greatness and one step closer. You will never change or heal if you continue to allow your ego to rule over your innermost feelings and your heart, and your soul wont see the light of day. You simply don't have forever in a given lifetime.
Remember when we create ideals we are not free to grow.
Love's Blessings
Well, there isn't one . . . really
It's a great year, but so is every year. It's just that we start off each year with the same old notions and by the end of each year we can hardly wait for that one to end and welcome in the new year with the same old notions again.
Making new year's resolutions that will turn out to be successful need not be climbing those mountains but simple little things, like, I intend to make more time for myself this year or I promise to visit a massage therapist and finally get that massage I've been putting off.
Things like I'm going to quit smoking or lose weight really do require something to go "click" internally before you can begin these journeys and saying, "My new year's resolution is to lose weight", for the sixth year in a row just isn't working anymore.
We are looking at 2010 with new eyes so let's see what's really going on!
It's not a big deal, don't make it one. It's actually an easy year. Things will flow without the usual heaving and pulling, so you can retire the game of tug a war. Contrary to what I have read and heard other's say, I feel 2010 will be similar to 2009 but with one small difference. Things are much easier. If you want to lose weight, you just might! If you want to quit smoking, you just might! If you want to earn more money, you just might! The key is, you'll be able to see much clearly what you need to see, whereas in 2009 you had to delve in deeply to figure it out and why the Universal energies have shifted in such a dramatic way is still a mystery although there are several theories.
I have read we are heading into a time of cooperation opposed to competition, which is great but what about the individuals who are competitive by nature? What about the individuals who believe mentally, physically and spiritually, wholly in working hard, hard, hard to get what you want? What about the individuals who believe things are only black and white? All these people are really going to struggle, understandably, with this theory.
I have also read, it's a time of magic beginning with this year and until 2012, but then what's going to happen? What about all the individuals who don't believe in magic? What about all the individuals who have lost their fight against things like cancer or who will lose their fight against cancer or other diseases? What about all the individuals born and raised in violence, abuse and similar circles? All these people just can't find faith to put into themselves set aside whimsical magic and time frames of 3 wonderful years.
Yes. It's true. I found many holes in the theories like these two and many others I have read about 2010. It's true, it's the tenth year of the new millenium but it's not any more magical than last year and there isn't going to be a drastic change from competition in to cooperation, just imagine how wonderful it would be if this was true, but what would happen, for instance, to large companies and manufacturers, if we suddenly had no competition, only cooperation. Would they just say, "Oh ok, well, if it's for the betterment of humankind".
2010 radiates energies of creativity, expansion and the free spirit so people will be naturally drawn to professions which suit them, in turn, creating more wealth because we thrive when we are happily placed and being able to make important changes like, switching to solar energy. Creativity is productivity and change. Expansion is growth and abundance, and the free spirit is simply having more room to express yourself. These are all hard things to do when you are in the wrong place, doing things which don't make you happy. You will struggle to thrive and too much negative energy in one place creates havoc.
Careers are highlighted this year but so is health. You are given the long awaited opportunity to have yet another go at changing your lifestyle (diet, exercise, rest and emotional healing) to improve and heal your health and life, ultimately. No matter who you are, treat your health with a holistic approach. Avoid treating the symptoms and treat the causes.
That's 2010 in a nutshell. It's a great year and there is a mysteriousness about it, it's like something old being looked at in a new way and this is causing all kinds of interesting theories.
Each day, every week and each month that passes will bring new opportunities that can change your life and perhaps the most important thing you can learn in this cycle is to be a more positive person.
Abundant love and blessings,
Biljana
Biljana is a Spiritual Advisor, a practicing clairsentient and a caring counsellor. She is available for consulting on a variety of issues related to relationships, spirituality and empowerment. You can read more articles written by Biljana on the website or visit her profile page, for more information about Biljana
Aquarius, Capricorn, Taurus, Aries and Sagittarius are in the hot seats this month followed closely by Gemini and Virgo. These signs have much to deal with and Valentine's will prove a nice little breather! The rest of you are going to have a good month and Valentine's will be the icing on the cake, especially for you Pisces, you are set to have a great month and Leo falling deeply in rapture!
Aquarius, you may be dealing with a few different things at the moment causing tension, seek out a Pisces who can help. Romance is in the air and a chilled wine and some intelligent company might be just what you need to relax. Be prepared to make an important decision regarding an Aries or a Capricorn. Remember things aren't always what they seem.
February will be a great month for Pisces. You will really enjoy getting out and having fun with a Libran or a Leo, or perhaps both! Time for you to reap the rewards or your efforts and enjoy life! February will be set to be a wonderful month, even pressure easing around your financial situation. Potentials for romance are looking real good too. Enjoy Pisces!
If things haven't been going very well for you Aries there may be some relief this month with a well deserved romantic get away in store. There may still be a fair bit of work that needs doing and others will want to add to this but if you can devote more of your time and energy to helping out with problems it will serve you well in the weeks to come. Trust your instincts.
Taurus, time to take a good look at yourself and what you want out of life. It's too easy to make mistakes right now so think long and think hard about what you really want and don't waste your time going against the tide if it's not what you really want to do. You may rekindle an old romance but it will be short lived so make the most of it. February will be a passionate month for you with much to think about, seek out a Virgo or a Scorpio who can help.
You will be very busy this month Gemini so try make an excuse to get some time for yourself. If you are changing jobs or even careers, don't do anything until you've spoken with an Aquarius first, they may have some valuable advice for you. There will be several others wanting your attention all at the same time, go with the Capricorn or again, the Aquarius. Aquarius will have a significance on you this month.
Cancer, for the first time in a long time, everything is flowing smoothly for you and looking great at work as well as at home. You are feeling in control and steering things in the direction you want. Your patience will see things fruition wonderfully, in the weeks to come. Romantically things are set to become passionate which will please you and you will have the opportunity to express yourself emotionally too.
Leo, there is a new love interest which has caught your interest and this month will be filled with many highs! It's not the best time to pounce and time is needed however with the energies of Valentine's you may seek out a way of letting them know they are on the top of your list! Spend some time with close friends and make sure you hit the town for a good night out too, cool off, things are just too hot for you at the moment Leo!
Nothing is working Virgo and plans haven't come to fruition but February will bring some relief. You may still feel that people are pulling at your strings but if you are willing to sit down and sort things out, you will find the changes you are looking for. Make time to get dressed up, get out and relax by meeting new people and enjoy yourself Virgo. You need it.
It's a beautiful time for you Libra and you are right in your element this month, feeling more attractive and romantic than usual. You won't have any problems finding a partner for Valentine's. The trouble will be, which one do you choose? Follow your heart. Bottoms up for a beautiful month Libra!
You may be a little overly passionate this month Scorpio, however a Taurus would benefit from all this. You will be in the mood for love but perhaps your passion may get in the way of you being able to share those important parts of yourself. May be some time in a bubbly Gemini's company will do the trick smoothing you out and warming you up for some real down time with Taurus, Leo, Aries, you choose.
Where do you start and where do you finish this month Sagittarius? There is too much on your agenda. It will take weeks to sort this out! There are pressures with financial issues and family troubles too. It's enough to send you crazy! Speak with an Aries who can help. Avoid Gemini and Aquarius. Try and sneak away for a romantic Valentine's, goodness knows you need it.
Could it be more dull Capricorn? You will be looking for something almighty to arouse your interest this Valentine's. Perhaps you're just not in the mood for Valentine's this year but a little physical affection will do just fine. Have it your way Capricorn, no body will mind. Financially things are set to improve and you'll benefit from spending some time with Taurus.
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Genetically Modified Food
Scientists change the natural state of food by inserting genes from plants, animals or micro-organisms into the genetic material of food crops and animals, mainly to enable companies to make profits from them. This process assists the shelf life of the products and some products can remain up to 3 years before they spoil, but is it safe to eat?
Most genetically modified (GM) food for sale in Australia is imported, though GM canola has been grown in NSW and Victoria since 2008 and has been genetically modified either to make crops more tolerant of herbicides or more resistant to insect pests. Corn incorporates genetic material from soil bacteria so the corn will be more toxic to insects and cannot be washed off. Is this GM corn safe to eat?
In the US cows are injected with a genetically engineered growth hormone to increase their milk production, but drinking this milk has been linked to cancer in humans. Genetic modification can change the food we eat in even more unpredictable ways. As early 1989 the manufacturer of a GM dietary supplement, L-tryptophan, had to pay $1.2 billion in compensation when 5000 consumers became sick with a previously unknown disease that killed 35 of them and permanently disabled 1500 others.
Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) claims that the GM food that it approves for sale in Australia is just as safe as non-GM food. Before approving any GM food FSANZ evaluates safety information, most of which comes from the company manufacturing the food. The company must undertake or commission studies such as whether the toxin in the corn poses a threat to humans eating it.
FSANZ doesn't test GM food or consider any long-term effects. It simply monitors the effects of GM food on the human population after it is sold. Critics are concerned that this information is not independent and the studies are limited. Critics of genetically modified food also claim that current patent laws give the developers of genetically modified crops control over the food supply.
The American Academy of Environmental Medicine argued that "because GM foods have not been properly tested for human consumption and because there is ample evidence of probable harm", doctors should advise the community to "avoid GM foods when possible". The Academy noted that several animal studies showed consumption og GM foods led to harm to the immune system; impacts on the liver, kidney, pancreas and spleen, as well as asthma, allergy and inflammation.
Here in Australia, mandatory labelling of some food containing GM ingredients offers consumers a choice. There are some foods that do not need to be labelled although they have been GM in some way; these are any highly refined foods, such as oils, starches and sugars, food additives or processing aids, flavours present in small quantities or any ingredient that makes up less than 1% of the food. Also food in restaurants and takeaway, meat, eggs, dairy products derived from animals fed with GM feed.
In Australia, surveys have shown that while 45% of the public will accept GM foods, 93% demand genetically modified foods be labelled. Labelling legislation has been introduced and rejected several times since 1996 according to "restraint of trade" due to the cost of labelling. In 2009 when Graincorp, the nations largest grain handler, announced it would mix GM canola with its unmodified grain, traditional growers, who largely rely on GM free markets, were told they will now need to pay to have their produce certified GM free. Critics such as Greenpeace and the Gene Ethics Network have renewed calls for labelling again.
Genetically modified food and drink lacks nutrition (some companies adding synthetic versions of vitamins in to their product) and makes the person feel full quickly and get hungry less often, this is mainly due to the body working in over drive to digest the many toxins found in these foods which are foreign to the human body.
Certain additives and preservatives commonly used can cause headaches, indigestion, pre-menstrual tension, allergies, mood swings, bloating, skin rash, stomach cramps, itchy skin, dandruff, food sensitivities, gas, intolerances, body odor, thirst and cravings for more of that food. Without further independent research on GM food and drink, it is best to avoid these and choose whole foods and fresh juices instead. If you feel you may be affected by GM foods please speak to your Health Care Practitioner.
To find out more visit FSANZ Consumer Information and YouTube GMO Foods, Genetically Modified Organisms, Wake Up America 3
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Our Right To Know
One Sunday morning, a priest wakes up and decides to go golfing. He calls his boss and says that he feels very sick, and won't be able to go to work.
Way up in heaven, Saint Peter sees all this and asks God, "Are you really going to let him get away with this?"
"No, I guess not," says God.
The priest drives about five to six hours away, so he doesn't bump into anyone he knows. The golf course is empty when he gets there. So he takes his first swing, drives the ball 495 yards away and gets a hole in one.
Saint Peter watches in disbelief and asks, "Why did you let him do that?"
To this God says, "Who's he going to tell?"
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The Year of Creativity
Thank you to every one who participated in our Light Work Task 09. You have helped make the world a better place! If you've been following my energy readings over the years, I hope it has helped you with making plans and important decisions. I'm grateful for your presence in my life. If this is the first time you're joining me; Welcome, I'm glad to share this time with you and I hope you enjoy the newsletters.
Preview into the Year.... It's a month of Creativity and the entire cycle (or year) revolves around Creativity too. This year will be filled with wonderful opportunities towards success and improvement but not through arduous work, rather by "just doing it." This is great news for friends and family relationships as this year will provide abundant opportunities for relationships to deepen. The possibility of meeting new friends and making new relationships is also great, some of you may acquire this through changing jobs or positions at work. Radical career changes are also quite possible. The most wonderful changes will happen at the work and relationships levels. For some of you health will be an important issue and making changes regarding your health even more important.
It's a slow start to the year, feels like an old friend has come to stay. There will be plenty to do and some good news may come sometime around the second week of the month. The energy is still very much a karmic one - it's important to work through things that you need too and remember your life is the result of how you view the world and yourself.
If you are "consciously" working on your Spiritual Self your month will be a good one indeed! Situations and circumstances are set to take place this month which support our views and opinions and our choices and decisions we've made. As I just said, it will be a wonderful month for those of you deeply on your journey and one you will fondly look back upon the next few weeks!
Money travels around us abundantly, but the energy is karmic so unless you have some important lesson to learn through the experience of loans and debts then it is wise to wait just a little while longer. It's wise to save as much as you can for that much needed purchase in March.
It's a good time to try a detox diet especially after the Christmas and New Year's celebrations, but before you skip reading this paragraph don't let "detox diet" put you off. You don't have to go nuts! Just for 2 or 3 weeks (or until February) eat more wholefoods, drink filtered water and herbal tea. It will help your body clear away toxins and give the organs a breather, especially the liver and the digestive system. If you prefer to follow a detox plan that's ok too.
If you tend to worry, or if people often refer to you as someone who worries then January could turn out to be your best friend because this month's energy makes it easy for you to relax and worry less and simply focus on yourself. If you haven't had a deep tissue massage in a while or visited the chiropractor, schedule in some time to do that. January will make it easy for you to pay attention to all those things you often tend to ignore and help you make new long-term adjustments that will benefit you.
Three important things to think about this month, trust the process of life especially yours and be willing to release old patterns and just go with the flow.... even if you don't do all these things straight away, try to start with one and do another one when you feel like you want to.
Take care and have fun!
Mailbox
Change your mind, change your life
I receive a lot of mail from people who visit the site and have questions about their life. I have created Mailbox as a way I can answer some of your letters in our Newsletter. Some of the letters have been carefully edited with your approval by our E-Newsletter Editor so they can be included in the section.
If you feel that you might need telephone counselling, you can call about anything that might be troubling you. If you feel you or someone you know may be at risk or just need someone to listen, call Lifeline now on 13 11 14.
As I answer each one I hold you in my heart...
My father has had cancer for two years. Neither of us talk about dying. When a nurse asked him about dying, he said he was afraid he wouldn't go to heaven. I would like to help in some way, but I'm also afraid to talk to him about it and I don't really know what I would say.
Simply say what you feel and don't worry about how it comes out.
I am a firm believer in Jesus Christ. Are you a Christian? Do you teach based on the Bible that tells us Jesus was the son of God? Do you believe in the kingdom to come?
No, I'm not a Christian and I don't teach based on the bible. I am not familiar with the kingdom to come, but this doesn't mean that I do not acknowledge Christianity. Any belief (or religion) that brings love and peace to someone has my vote! The kingdom to come sounds wonderful and it would be great if it was a kingdom that would bring light and healing to the world. Help us all so we can live in awareness. This is what we really need right now.
What is meditation and is there some "best" method for its practice?
Meditation is interpreted different and can be seen as a time to be still, to pray or spend time with your thoughts. You may be surprised to learn that many people struggle with meditating. The problem with meditation is "being quiet." If you can quiet the mind and simply sit with yourself you will meditate. If it helps to sit and focus on a candle and create a peaceful space then do that. As it gets easier you can meditate anywhere anytime. I will send you practical tips on what I've just said.
Thank you for your letters. If you feel that you might need telephone counselling, you can call about anything that might be troubling you. If you feel you or someone you know may be at risk or just need someone to listen, call Lifeline now on 13 11 14. Lifeline telephone counsellors are ready to talk and listen no matter how big or how small the problem might seem. They are trained to offer emotional support in times of crisis or when callers may be feeling down.
Lifeline Australia or call 13 11 14
by Biljana
Today there are people all around the world who claim to be Jesus reincarnated. Others say they have been given special messages and claim they can communicate with Jesus, but before you discard all this as nonsense let me shine light on this.
One day a gentleman came to see me, he wanted to discuss trauma he had been experiencing. He told me he knew Jesus Christ in a past-life. He shared with me the hardships of living a life being so loving and accepting of others. He said, it was impossible to do that back then and it's still impossible today. He believed he had been suffering for several lifetimes and with each one after the crucifixion he'd feel like taking his own life from time to time.
It was extraordinary to sit with this man, look into his eyes and observe his deepest emotions as he talked of his soul's journey. It made me deeply examine my own journey. His confessions were very real and I felt as though I knew this man from somewhere in time.
During the time of when Jesus was known, the great majority of people were struggling in life and things like love and hope were looked upon with long faces. People simply didn't trust in love and hope, sure they had families and created love, but it was hard to live in love or even kindness and understanding especially of an unconditional nature and the same is said today. However, today there are more of us willing to try.
We look at Jesus Christ as an amazing man, an angel, a light, a loving being with magical healing ability or was it all really that magical. Around the world we move closer towards natural healing and in recent times, energy healing. In Jesus's time, what he was able to do was magical because he was doing it alone without the support of others. He chose to help, to love and make a difference when there was little or no hope.
Energy healers around the world help aid the sick and dying, quite often prolonging life greatly. Is it hope, is it love, are they indeed Jesus Christ, or are they simply willing enough to try. Modern medicine is not to be discarded and with modern medicine wonderful things can be achieved, but self awareness and the ability to heal oneself (and or others) without modern medicine is love and light working together.
We are surrounded by energy, also referred to or better known as an aura. The energy that Reiki Masters use to heal the body can directly enter through the aura. An individual in a lot of pain can draw in the same healing energy to the point of pain and reduce the pain and begin healing immediately. The same can be used for emotional problems. The energy is so versatile given the right method you can use the energy to do check ups on yourself.
Our aura radiates from our soul. It is the part of us that doesn't die. Our bodies age until they die, our minds and hearts die too. In a typical life our minds serve us more problems than not and the call of awakening is getting passed the mind, or better known as earth mind, so that we can connect with ourselves wholly and also connect with energy effectively.
Many many people have an affinity with Jesus Christ and they called him, our savior. He was able to move passed every day hassles and get right down to the nitty-gritty of doing good. He was less concerned about how much trade he had and more worried about us. We all share an affinity with Jesus. Every time you help someone out, or feel the pain of another, cry when you see them crying, you are resounding with Jesus.
It may be too difficult to be love and light when you are surrounded by many who aren't but don't lose hope! If that's what you really want to do than do that but be sensible about it and recognise just because you are on a spiritual journey it doesn't mean that others are. If you choose love over other emotions and I'm not talking about pretty things or relationships, kissing and hugging, I'm referring to loving kindness, compassion and understanding, you will change your life in wonderful ways and you will help heal the world. It may be too difficult to love one another unconditionally, but someday we will.
Flights Costing The Earth
The issue of air travel and it's environmental impact is hard to ignore. The transport mode that has become the fastest growing greenhouse contributor is domestic aviation, with an overall growth of 76% between 1990 and 2005, in Australia. However, global aviation is also growing at a rate of 6% per annum worldwide.
There is an intrinsic difficulty with jet engine technology. Jets emit not only carbon dioxide but also large amounts of nitrous oxide, a powerful greenhouse forming gas that has a three-fold greater impact on our environment than carbon dioxide.
Many remote and pristine natural locations, which are now marketed as viable eco-tourism holiday options, have become increasingly accessible mainly by plane. When booking your flight you may come across an option that enables you to "offset" your greenhouse gas emissions from your flight. These are called "carbon offsets" and they are currently the only real option (other than cancelling your flight) for negating your environmental impact from flying.
A one-way flight between Sydney and Melbourne emits 0.107 tonnes of CO2, which currently costs $1.02 to offset and double this for the return. The Australian Government in particular has urged that COP15 set a carbon dioxide reduction target for the aviation industry and that it joins a global emissions trading scheme as a result.
The Australian Department of Climate Change does provide a list of projects accredited as being Greenhouse FriendlyTM. Look at the carbon offsets projects that underpin the scheme being offered and determine what they will use your money for. These are tree-planting schemes, landfill gas projects and electricity reduction projects.
Remember, in the time it takes for aircraft to become more efficient and reduce it's carbon emissions it is definitely worth offsetting your flying miles. It will still take many years before enough tree mature and offset the gases impact to our environment.
Carbon offsets claim to make flying more environmentally friendly but this will take time. The most effective way to reduce your flying impact is to lessen the amount of international travel you do and concentrate on domestic tourism options. Their emissions are much lower and help stop flights costing the earth.
When the only option is to fly, especially internationally and your travel agent or airline does not offer a carbon offset scheme or you are unhappy contributing to the types of projects your preferred airline or travel agent uses, it might be worth checking out popular carbon offset companies to see what projects they fund in comparison. Try Qantas, Jetstar as well as Virgin Blue.
To find out more visit www.climatechange.gov.au or by clicking this link:
Carbon Offsets
A very tight man was looking for a gift for a girlfriend.
Everything was too expensive, except for a broken glass vase which he could purchase for almost nothing.
He asked the store to send it, hoping his friend would think it had been broken in transit.
In due time, the man received an acknowledgement from his friend.
"Thanks for the vase," it read. "It was so thoughtful of you to wrap each piece separately.
Message from the Editor
Christmas Card Poems
Health and Lifestyle Sun Tan
Jesus at the Bar!
"The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes." Marcel Proust
Time to slow down and what a relief! Beginning now from an energy point of view things are changing dramatically. No mumbo-jumbo this month.
Life can teach us many things and one of those is that we don't have it all; not in a way where you believe you can control and safe-guard everything around you that matters. Life is always changing and comes across as unpredictable as a result.
December may prove too busy with every day things to find time to meditate but that's the old way. The new way is very simple, you can find peace no matter where you are and you can meditate in the five minutes you have in your car while driving to work. No matter what is happening your mind is powerful enough to meditate and restore peace anytime.
Finally you can clearly see what has been bothering you about a certain someone. This now gives you the opportunity for change. In having said this, the same warnings about negative energy from last month are still effective and it's important to avoid people who are very negative. Sometimes the best thing you can do is nothing.
If you can flow with change freely you will be fine. If you prefer a more relaxed approach you will also be fine and if you accept everything happens for a reason and as it should, you will again be fine so enjoy all that is coming and unfolding. There is no other way!
It's a good time to teach and share spiritual lessons. To raise awareness about self-awareness and spirituality. Perhaps you've been thinking of coming out and telling others about what you do or what you've discovered. It's your time now and in the years to come you will do wonderful things.
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
Next year will be a wonderful year and a crossroads collectively. Some of you will make some drastic decisions, changing your life for the better. Others will thrive in what they are doing and things will get better and better! A year we have all been waiting for.
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Usually I am happy and easy going and I don't complain but there is a woman at work who can anger me just with her presence, she doesn't have to say anything but when she does I get really angry inside. She is everything I'm not, bossy, loud and annoying. What can I do?
It could be past life karma, I cannot be certain and need more information. However, if she annoys you deeply simply leave when you can to avoid becoming more infuriated. You don't have to stay in her company if she makes you feel bad. If you can become the observer, observe the situation. Imagine you are a third person and look at yourself and her when you are together. What advice would you give yourself? What could you do to change how she makes you feel?
At times it seems to me that the more I realize about the awesome nature of spiritual love, the more loneliness I feel in my current human relationships. I long to share my discoveries with others, but who do I turn to?
Every one who has journeyed on the spiritual path knows how you are feeling. You may be living a spiritual life but that doesn't mean people around you are, and that's the sad truth. Individuals on the path often live out different lives to those who aren't, more kind, compassionate, simple and peaceable ones. Your longing will manifest and to ensure you get exactly what you'd like pay attention to the details, for instance, sit down and be really sure about exactly what you wish for, be specific, if you don't want something, say it.
I have read that the best way to deal with a stressful situation is to "go through it" but how do you stop stress producing thoughts?
I don't think, at first, that you can and I think the stress producing thoughts are very important because they can teach you something. Try become the observer in the situation and see yourself when you are having these thoughts. How do you feel? What's happening?
I will send you a follow up email...
Thank you for your letters and will endeavor to add in more. If you feel that you might need telephone counselling, you can call about anything that might be troubling you. If you feel you or someone you know may be at risk or just need someone to listen, call Lifeline now on 13 11 14. Lifeline telephone counsellors are ready to talk and listen no matter how big or how small the problem might seem. They are trained to offer emotional support in times of crisis or when callers may be feeling down.
Expressing feelings is essential to good relationships and what better time than Christmas to do that!
A poem is an easy way to say "I think you're special." Get your greeting cards out and start writing.
Love
On the eve of Christmas I'll have you near, I'll wrap my arms around you and hold my darling dear.
I'll kiss those lips of wine as you stand underneath the mistletoe.
My heart will follow you everywhere you go.
Merry Christmas My Darling.
Sent in by Anne Richards
Friendship
It's good to have friends. Friends who care, friends who you know will always be there.
When you need them, and never complain when you tell the same story again and again!
I've said it before and I'll say it again
Have a very Merry Christmas!
Sent in by Carol Matherson
Family
This special Christmas wish that comes with love to you.
Brings warm and heartfelt thanks for all the thoughtful things you do.
It also comes to let you know, you mean more to me (us) each day,
To everyone your lives have touched in such a loving way.
Merry Christmas Mum (Mom).
With Love,
Sent in by Sam and Kenneth Anderson
Religious
May the Light that shone from the Christmas Star on that night so long ago,
Fall on you this Christmas night and set your face aglow.
May it shine from your eyes. May it rest in your mind. May it burn in your Spirit bright.
May the Peace it spoke to a weary world bring joy to your heart tonight.
Merry Christmas.
Sent in By Mary Dwight
Funny/Work
There once was an elf named Fred
Whose house was of gingerbread.
Though tasty, these walls
Dissolved in snowfalls
And also made crumbs in Fred's bed.
Merry Christmas!
Sent in by Ron Hannaway
Sun Tan
A tan is a sign of skin damage. Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from sunlight or a solarium increases your risk of skin cancer and ages your skin. People with fair skin are at higher risk than people with darker skin.
Over the past 20 years, campaigns to heighten awareness of skin cancer have resulted in fewer people sunbathing. Commonly used alternatives to sunbathing include fake tanning lotions, tan accelerators and solariums. However, each carries potential risks.
A tanning method that doesnt use UV radiation is preferable. Remember, you still need to protect yourself from UV radiation when the UV levels are 3 and above when using these alternative tanning methods.
Skin cells in the top layer of skin (the epidermis) produce a pigment called melanin that gives skin its natural colour. When skin is exposed to UV radiation, more melanin is produced, causing the skin to darken. This is what we know as a tan. A tan is a sign that the skin is attempting to protect itself against UV damage. It is not a sign of good health.
Any method that involves exposure of the skin to UV radiation, either through exposure to sunlight or in a solarium, will cause skin damage. The more your skin is exposed to UV radiation from any source, the greater the risk of skin cancer and the more quickly skin will age.
Many people mistakenly believe that having a tan will protect their skin against sunburn and further DNA damage by ultraviolet radiation. However, a tan offers minimal protection (around SPF3). Even without burning, UVB radiation ages the skin through irreparable DNA damage. Repeated doses of UVA radiation also contribute to long-term damage, even when no sunburn occurs.
Australians are exposed to some of the highest levels of ultraviolet (UV) radiation exposure in the world. Combined with the fashion for tanned skin, this has led to an epidemic of skin cancer. Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world. More than 1,600 Australians die from skin cancer each year.
Recent public awareness campaigns have challenged the perception that tanned skin is more desirable than pale skin. However, the desire for the appearance of tanned skin is still high, especially among younger people. So alternative tanning methods have become even more popular.
To find out more visit www.cancercouncil.com.au or by clicking this link:
Sun Smart
A special Thank You from everyone at Administration
It's been a pleasure to provide you with helpful information throughout the months. A special thank you to every one who has helped with providing accurate up-to-date research regarding all the topics we have covered in Health and Lifestyle. From the team here at The Holistic Wheel we wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 2010
Best Wishes!
Administration
An Irish man, an Australian man and a Scouser all sat at the bar.
Just as they were all enjoying their beers, the Scouser looks up and says to the others, "Damn, thats Jesus!"
So with that they all buy Jesus a drink. The Irish man buys him a guinness, the Australian buys him a fosters, and the Scouser buys him a bitter.
After Jesus drinks all the beers he goes to shake their hands.
He shakes the Irish man's hand, "Hell Jesus, that bad back I've had all my life has just gone!" He shakes the Australian man's hand, "That Arthritis I've had for 20 years has just disappeared!"
Jesus goes to shake the Scouser's hand, "No thanks, I'm on disability."
Inexpensive Christmas Gift Ideas
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The End Is Near!
"First you are young; then you are middle-aged; then you are old; then you are wonderful." Lady Diana Cooper
Set any milestones or made any big plans? If you havent do it now! This month's energy is relaxing and rejuvenating even when you are busy. As we slowly approach the end of the year and this important cycle, its nice to look back on all the effort and achievement. If you are still feeling bad over something or you are someone who still doesn't feel right about decisions you've made try re-think it. Maybe you don't need to feel bad anymore and you can let go if its not going to work.
A great month for meditation and creating balance. You might be busy getting things organised for Christmas, work might be busy and family matters too however, perfect opportunity to practice inner peace and calm! All things spiritual come in to focus in November and you might develop a new curiousity, wonderful month to browse New Age stores.
Money is generating around in great numbers, shifting and going to where it is needed. Some investments will not please. The generating is not so much in personal investments as its in collective need. Around this time every cycle we get a karmic shift in finance. If you are expecting money, it will come.
And something to look forward to, next year will be a wonderful year, the energies new and different from what we've had throughout this year. Situations will ease and flow smoother, unlike feeling you are trying to get things to work it will work without great effort. It will bring new opportunities to do the things you've been thinking of, it will make the "hard things" easy.
Finally, you might make some real progress in those relationships causing discomfort, be it at work, with friends or family. By making changes to your attitude you will change the situation, steer it more positively for yourself with much better results down the track. This could be in more than one way too. In addition you will feel you can decide on what you are going to do and when you are going to do that and in turn this will bring new situations of independence.
Abundant Love & Blessings
We are paying off our house and have 2 children, she has decided to stay home and take care of our youngest son because it is cheaper than day care but without her income I am going to struggle to keep paying the mortgage and make ends meet. I have thought about illegal dealings. Do you have any words of wisdom please?
It's sounds like you need the help of a budget planner, they will be able to see if you can manage with what you have already by creating a good budget plan with you both. Some Government agencies offer a free service. It's worthwhile looking into. If you need further help contact me. Take a look at Gail Vaz-Oxlade.com, click on the free financial planner.
I am constantly feeling overwhelmed by my boyfriend's family! They are strict snobs who think they're better and best above all. It seems that I live out each day trying to keep their approval of me. Constantly leads to discouragement that I will ever succeed at anything. Can you please help me?
When I get one of these letters they are one of the hardest to read. It brings sadness as I am reminded there are people who disapprove and don't accept, but you don't need their approval and you are free to choose how you want to live out your life. Its wise you speak to a Counsellor especially if you are feeling overwhelmed and I think its a good idea if you see them less often.
I wake up every morning and suffer with panic attacks before leaving the house. Often I feel bewildered and don't like to travel as a result. I feel like I am standing on a bridge staring down into the abyss and cannot move through this. Please help.
See your health care professional to make sure there aren't any underlying physical causes. Panic attacks affect people who are more naturally sensitive but can affect any body for any number of reasons which is why its important to see your health care professional. I am going to assume you are of a sensitive nature and perhaps you are surrounded by strong-minded others dominating and you may not even notice. You'll need to figure out what is causing the attacks and when they first started. More often than not its a case of too much pressure on the individual, to succeed or produce results, usually by a parent or significant role. Removing yourself from the people in your life and seeing them just occasionally will help you to determine where the triggers are coming from. It may also be worthwhile taking a break from work or changing to a lesser stressful environment.
Add a personal touch this year
Planning ahead and making gifts yourself is easy to do and it will save you time shopping around and money! Your gift will be appreciated because it has a personal touch and you can have a lot of fun making them. Here are some thoughtful gift ideas and tips.
Basket filled with cheese and fruit
A lined basket with or without a handle would suit this type of arrangement however if you only have a plain basket that will do just fine. If you would like to line the basket simply lay out a new kitchen towel in the basket. You can buy one at your local supermarket for a few dollars. Its a good idea to prepare your basket on Christmas eve so the food will remain fresh and edible.
Rosenborg cheese or prestige Camembert cheese are both delicious and can both be added together or with a gourmet pate. Chocolate coated apricots are also great and match these two cheeses and pate nicely, provided your basket is not going to sit out in a warm environment. All of these combined or just two will go well with most fruits, red apples, mangoes, kiwi fruits, strawberries, bananas, pineapple and rock melon.
Complimentary items to any cheese and fruit combination baskets could be a small chopping board, a cheese knife, a packet of water crackers or a bottle of spring water.
Wrap your basket with cellophane paper in the colour of your choice, tie some ribbon or add a Christmas bow. You may like to attach the Christmas card and you have a lovely basket filled with cheese and fruit friends and family will enjoy.
Chunky home made spicy tomato sauce
Making home made sauce is not as difficult as it may seem and this recipe will make approximately 1.7 litres, plenty enough for you too. Its probably a good idea to prepare and bottle your sauce up to a few days before Christmas as sauces tend to take a day or two to mature.
You will need: 2kg vine-ripened tomatoes, green part removed and halved, 60ml (1/4 cup) olive oil, a few sprigs of thyme, Sea salt, Freshly ground black pepper, 1 onion, finely chopped, 2 garlic cloves, crushed and 2 tbsp shredded basil.
Preheat oven to 220C. Place tomatoes cut-side up in a large roasting tray, drizzle with 2 tbsp of the olive oil, scatter the thyme sprigs over the top and season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Roast the tomatoes in the oven for 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat the remaining olive oil in a large saucepan over a medium-low heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally for 5-6 minutes or until the onion is soft. Add garlic and stir for 1 minute more. Add the roasted tomatoes and juices to the pan with the onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 20-30 minutes or until thick and reduced. Remove from heat, season to taste and add the shredded basil leaves. If you'd like to create a puree simply use a blender. Once cooled pour into a clean empty glass bottle or jar with a wide neck, tie with Christmas ribbon and you can compliment your sauce gift with any kitchen utensil of your choice.
Basket filled with kitchen gadgets
This is a perfect home made gift for the cook! Discount and variety stores stock many affordable goodies everyone needs in the kitchen and you can get as creative as you want with this arrangement. You can use any handy basket and size of your choice. An ordinary keepsake box or photo box is also good. Fill your box with screwed up tissue paper, green, red, silver or gold tissue paper would look great for Christmas.
Items you can use: spatula (any colour), kitchen knife, can opener, potato peeler, packet of zip lock bags, pancake mix, small teapot, sink plugs, wooden spoon or ice cream scoop. Carefully arrange your kitchen gadgets amongst the tissue paper till you fill the basket or box. Wrap the box with clear cellophane as though you were wrapping a present, tape down at the rear of the parcel because turning it upside down may cause everything to tip out. Finally wrap it in Christmas paper and stick a note; Do not tip!
Pamper boxes
Use a small coloured box or decorate the box yourself using crafts of your choice. There is no need to line the box or fill it with tissue paper unless you want to however you can give the items a nice place to sit just by adding a towel as part of the gift. Fold and place the towel in the bottom of the box. If your box is small use a hand towel or a face washer. Gently place the items in the box and arrange them as you would like. Smaller items are better placed in front of larger items.
When choosing items for your pamper box think of the person you are making it for. Some ideas might be, bubble bath, body lotion, relaxation disc, cosmetics or toiletries bag, natural soap or scented candles. Wrap the box with clear cellophane as though you were wrapping a present, tape down at the rear of the parcel because turning it upside down may cause everything to tip out. Finally wrap it in Christmas paper and stick a note; Do not tip!
Collage of special photos
Making a collage is fun and easy. Gather photos of special occasions if you'd like to make a theme collage or simply print out some every day happy snaps you have taken keeping the person or people in mind when selecting photos for the collage. Collages can be made of anything, anyone or any situation. Sizes vary depending on personal taste however usually a collage no bigger than a laptop computer is perfect!
Pets, babies, wedding, family or social outings and birthday parties make wonderful collages. When you have decided on your collage, gather a pair of scissors, acid free photo glue and a piece of hard cardboard but not too thick in case you decide to put it in a frame so simply choose a project sheet of cardboard. You can buy all these thing cheap at your local Newsagent or even supermarket. If you decide on using a frame for the collage its best to buy the frame first then make the collage to fit the frame.
Make your collage however you want it and don't be afraid to experiment. Be random. Don't paste the photos in a straight line and overlapping looks great! When you have finished and you are happy with your collage wrap it with Christmas paper and you're done. Collages make a great gift and they are always appreciated.
Exercise
Exercise is important but did you know it can help improve your mood too. It can increase your energy levels giving you more get up and go every day! Exercise benefits every part of the body, including the mind. Exercising causes the body to produce endorphins, chemicals that can help a person to feel more peaceful and happy. Exercise can help some people sleep better. It can also help some people who have mild depression and low self-esteem. Plus, exercise can give people a real sense of accomplishment.
People who exercise burn more calories and look more toned than those who don't. In fact, exercise is one of the most important parts of keeping your body at a healthy weight. Exercise helps people lose weight and lower the risk of some diseases. Exercising to maintain a healthy weight decreases a person's risk of developing certain diseases, including type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure. These diseases, which used to be found mostly in adults, are becoming more common in teens.
Exercise can help a person age well. This may not seem important when you are young, but your body will thank you later. Women are especially prone to a condition called osteoporosis (a weakening of the bones) as they get older. Studies have found that weight-bearing exercise, like jumping, running or brisk walking, can help keep bones strong. The three components to a well-balanced exercise routine are: aerobic exercise, strength training, and flexibility training.
Like other muscles, the heart enjoys a good workout. You can provide it with one in the form of aerobic exercise. Aerobic exercise is any type of exercise that gets the heart pumping and quickens your breathing. When you give your heart this kind of workout regularly, it will get stronger and more efficient in delivering oxygen (in the form of oxygen-carrying blood cells) to all parts of your body.
The heart isn't the only muscle to benefit from regular exercise. Most of the other muscles in your body enjoy exercise, too. When you use your muscles and they become stronger, it allows you to be active for longer periods of time without getting worn out. Strong muscles are also a plus because they actually help protect you when you exercise by supporting your joints and helping to prevent injuries. Muscle also burns more energy when a person's at rest than fat does, so building your muscles will help you burn more calories and maintain a healthy weight.
Strengthening the heart and other muscles isn't the only important goal of exercise. Exercise also helps the body stay flexible, meaning that your muscles and joints stretch and bend easily. People who are flexible can worry less about strained muscles and sprains. Being flexible may also help improve a person's sports performance. Some activities, like dance or martial arts, obviously require great flexibility, but increased flexibility can also help people perform better at other sports.
One of the biggest reasons people drop an exercise program is lack of interest: If what you're doing isn't fun, it's hard to keep it up. The good news is that there are many different sports and activities that you can try out to see which one inspires you.
When picking the right type of exercise, it can help to consider your workout personality. You also need to plan around practical considerations, such as whether your chosen activity is affordable and available to you. It's a good idea to talk to someone who understands exercise, like a coach or fitness expert at a gym. He or she can get you started on a program that's right for you and your level of fitness. Another thing to consider is whether any health conditions may affect exercise. If you have a health problem or other considerations talk to your Health Care Professional.
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Is Exercise the New Cure-All?
A priest and pastor from the local parishes are standing by the side of the road holding up a sign that reads, "The End is Near! Turn yourself around now before it's too late!"
They planned to hold up the sign to each passing car.
"Leave us alone you religious nuts!" yelled the first driver as he sped by.
From around the curve they heard screeching tires and a big splash.
"Do you think," said one clergy to the other, "we should just put up a sign that says 'Bridge Out' instead?"
