Category: Personal Growth and Development
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The Light is in You and it Always has Been.
The Light is in You and it Always has Been. It is okay to say, that is not for me. It is okay to say, I do not prioritize that right now. It is okay to say, that is not the experience I am looking for next. Sometimes, it feels easier to draw deeper lines,…
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How the Thought of a Man Impacts His Purpose and Achievement in Life
It is said that those who have no central purpose in their life fall easy prey to petty worries, fears, troubles, and self-pitying, All of these are indications of weakness, which lead, just as surely as deliberately planned sins, to failure, unhappiness, and loss, for weakness cannot persist in a power-evolving universe. A man should…
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The Impact of Our Thoughts on Our Circumstances
The soul attracts: that which it secretly harbours that which it loves, and also, that which it fears; it reaches the height of its cherished aspirations; it falls to the level of its chastened desires, and circumstances are how the soul receives its own. Just as a gardener cultivates his plot, keeping it free from…
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Detoxifying the Modern Toxic World.
But what of the toxins you’ve already accumulated? For these, we must detox. Unfortunately, the word detox has been co-opted by the wellness industry, which for all of its positive aspects, is financially fuelled at least in part by selling you on the notion that you are inadequate. But you aren’t inadequate. Your body actively…
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Smartphones; a prime example of technology’s good and dark sides.
In the twenty-first century, there is no truer illustration of the double-edged sword than technology. On the one hand, it provides us with connection, convenience, and the best of the world’s knowledge and entertainment at our fingertips. On the other, it is quickly becoming a replacement for real world interaction. It’s no wonder technology addiction…
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Meditate, Don’t Medicate; Does meditation apps work?
Meditate, Don’t Medicate; Does meditation apps work? Before I began a meditation practice, I thought what you’re probably thinking right now: I can’t clear my head for a few seconds, let alone minutes every day But meditation isn’t about clearing your head; it’s about making friends with your mind. Similar to swimming, or riding a…
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How much sleep do we need? Quality and Durations matters.
For most animals, life is a series of threats one after another: the threat of not making it out of infanthood alive, starvation, getting eaten by a larger animal, losing your family to the elements, being ill-suited to find a mate to begin with the list goes on and on. It’s surprising, then, that natural…
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What do they all have in common? Insomnia, Allergies, Anxiety, and Motion sickness
What do they all have in common? Insomnia, Allergies, Anxiety, and Motion sickness They are all frequently treated with a class of drugs known as anticholinergics. Some of these drugs are available only with a prescription, but many are found over the counter, which is surprising given their ability to screw with your brain. Anticholinergic…
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Is Your Building Making You Sick; Flame Retardants
Is Your Building Making You Sick; Flame Retardants Air quality in buildings is a growing concern for public health officials, especially as they become more tightly sealed to save on heating and air-conditioning costs. People subjected to poor indoor air quality display reduced cognitive performance and even complain of various symptoms that are the basis…
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Innocent until proven guilty; Plastic Paradise Turn Deadly
The two most common and well-studied plastic compounds are phthalates and bisphenols. Generally speaking, bisphenols are used to make plastics hard, and phthalates are used to make plastics soft. Bisphenols can be found in furniture, baby bottles, the lining of cans, plastic cutlery, and writing utensils. Phthalates are usually found in single-use plastic bottles, takeout…
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Innocent until proven guilty, a nonstick nightmare; Perfluorinated Alkylated Substances (PFASs)
Innocent until proven guilty, a nonstick nightmare; Perfluorinated Alkylated Substances (PFASs) Good for a justice system, bad when applied to newfangled chemicals to which humans and other animals are to be routinely exposed. Industrial creations, from food products and supplements to medicines and even medical devices, frequently infiltrate our lives before rigorous, long-term testing is…
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WHEN GOOD STRESS TURNS BAD
WHEN GOOD STRESS TURNS BAD. When under any type of stress be it the stress from work or a workout your body is thrust out of balance. And the collective steps it must take to recover is known as its allostatic load. But pile on the stress and suddenly your load becomes overload. How do…
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TAKE A NATURE PILL TO BEAT STRESS
TAKE A NATURE PILL TO BEAT STRESS Think you’re busy? Office workers routinely work long hours. Stress runs rampant, and there’s even a saying that people are being worked to death. A preventable tragedy that claims a small but growing number of lives every year. Perhaps for this reason (and the fact that 93 percent…
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Basic principles to repair the faulty and specious premises on which we base our lives and our identity.
Every habit and faculty is preserved and increased by its corresponding actions: The habit of walking makes us better walkers, regular running makes us better runners. It is the same regarding matters of the soul. Whenever you are angry, you increase your anger; you have increased a habit and added fuel to a fire. If…
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Developing Sensitive Communication Skill or Ability
Developing Sensitive Communication Skill or Ability Communication is the art of presenting our thoughts to others. Communication is not only about what we say but how we behave, which is portrayed through our body language. Body language is non-verbal; it’s the unspoken gestures that reveal our true emotions and intentions. You may also want to…
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Understanding and Dealing with Toxic Behaviours in Our Everyday Life
Understanding and Dealing with Toxic Behaviours in Our Everyday Life Sensory inputs such as the sights of people, places, and things; smells, fragrances, and aromas; or sounds, music, and songs can govern how we feel. These are all things that can transport us to another part of the world as they connect with the strong…
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Understanding and Managing Grief
Understanding and Managing Grief Grief Have you ever wondered how much pleasure our nails can give us? No one in the history of the human race would have thought about that question unless they had heard it before. We do not overly think about our nails. However, how much potential do the nails have to…
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How to Deal with the Fear of Missing Out
Many of us experience it daily I was not invited to a wedding, birthday, celebration, or holiday, and even did not get to watch a television show I liked. The list can go on Fear of missing out is defined as a pervasive apprehension that others might be having a rewarding experience from which one…
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Principles that Will Enable you to Harness your Power of Influence
Human beings are a touchy lot; one wrong move, and you’ll lose all ability to convince people to get on your team. You must make strategic moves that are informed by the necessary underlying principles. Here are some of the principles you need to consider; First, you need to understand the principle of consistency Consistency…
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Habits or Factors that Make it Easier for Others to Manipulate
Habits or Factors that Make it Easier for Others to Manipulate Besides knowing how to identify a predator, it also helps to understand what makes a person more vulnerable to manipulations. Simply put, there are sitting monkeys that are closer to the line of fire than others. Take note of the following habits and avoid…
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