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3 Key Questions To Determine If Your Opinions Are Harmful To Your Health- What if Being Sick Is God’s Will or Part of My Karma? - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2011 from Misa HopkinsA few readers have asked me this question in each their own way, according to their personal spiritual beliefs. This is a very important question because our beliefs significantly affect our approaches to health and even the degree to which we heal. Beliefs like this are so easy to accept as ...
Views: 1625 - Preparing Body & Mind - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from Aaron HoopesWe are rapidly approaching a time of convergence when the behavior patterns of the past no longer enable us to move forward effectively. More and more people are searching for answers to the fundamental questions regarding the purpose and meaning of life. Many are beginning to realize that they ...
Views: 1622(3 votes) - Forgiveness Isn’t Just a Nice Thing to Do. It’s Essential for Your Physical Health. - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2016 from Andrew BozemanToday’s health conscious trends tell us that sugar can lead to diabetes and damage our brains to accelerate the onset of Alzheimer’s. Lack of fiber in our diets can lead to constipation, excessive weight gain, fatigue and physical weakness. Poor exercise habits can lead to back problems and ...
Views: 1617 - Relaxation, Stress Release and living in the Moment - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2010 from Monty RitchingsI recently rejoined the Pacific Tai Chi Society. I realized after much prompting from my body (and my mind!) that I needed to get more physical exercise as part of my stress release and relaxation program. When I was an active member several years ago, I had just come out of a messy ...
Views: 1613(1 vote) - No More Stress: 3 Steps to Lasting Inner Peace - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2010 from Eugene Yiga“Life is a series of natural and spontaneous changes. Don’t resist them – that only creates sorrow. Let reality be reality. Let things flow naturally forward in whatever way they like.” – Lao Tzu The biggest part about dealing with stress is about dealing with our emotions. Most of us are so ...
Views: 1610(7 votes) - Trust in the Big Picture - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Michelle MorandI was sifting through a journal from last year and recognized that many of the goals I had for my life last year have been realized and that the others are well on their way to manifesting. It occurred to me in that moment how incredibly lucky that makes me, and then it occurred to me that it ...
Views: 1608(2 votes) - A Fail-Safe Way to Relieve Pain and Stress - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Maggie PhillipsHelping people in ongoing pain and stress is a challenge for a number of reasons. One important obstacle is that usually they have learned to disconnect from their body experience to reduce the feeling of pain. The problem with this strategy is that it also cuts them off from the resources and ...
Views: 1607 - Helping the Body Catch Up With Your Consciousness - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Misa HopkinsAfter reading my recent article on Diabetes and Self-Healing, one of our readers told me that although she has diabetes, she believes she is quite adept at fulfilling the spiritual-emotional need behind this condition—acknowledging the sweetness in life. But that realization hadn’t caused her ...
Views: 1604(1 vote) - Where In Your Life Is Fear Blocking You? - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Trudy-Ann EwanBefore I go into this article I would like to make something very clear: NO ONE ALLOWS FEAR TO BLOCK THEIR LIFE! Now some of you maybe balking at that statement, but think about it, if you knew you had fear or if you are feeling fearful, would you really consciously or subconsciously and ...
Views: 1602 - "Power Up" With Extreme Self Care - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Ute LawrenceA lot of us have a problem with the wording Extreme Self-Care. To some, it means an act of self-centeredness, being self-serving, in short being a jerk, always looking out for number one. However, what it really means is that in order to be more helpful and compassionate toward others we need to ...
Views: 1601(2 votes) - What if you don’t practice Self Acceptance? - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2012 from Laura SilvaSelf acceptance is a double edged sword. It has its pro and cons too like any other thing you find in this universe. Though self acceptance proves to be a very beneficial trait if implemented but it way too hazardous if not implemented or done in a wrong way. Self acceptance redeems joys and ...
Views: 1601 - Cancer - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.There is some point in your life when you know someone or you are personally touched by cancer. Everyone reacts different to the disease. Some people get mad, some people sigh at what lies ahead for them. But everyone must agree that a positive attitude is what helps you heal. That certain ...
Views: 1599(1 vote) - Detox your thoughts - now! - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2011 from Else ByskovDetox your thoughts – now! It is becoming more and more evident that our thoughts are an important factor in our health. This is no longer something that is only valid within the field of alternative health care – even at hospitals you are now told to think positively about your own healing ...
Views: 1599(2 votes) - Feeling More Energy and Looking Good - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2013 from Justin MazzaLook after your entire body in addition to caring for the body is the most essential thing you could do for you. A finely tuned and properly managed body is important for two reasons: I. It encourages a sense of well-being as well as overall health. II. It appears good to ...
Views: 1598 - Are your Anti-Depressant Pills ruining your Sexual life? - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2011 from Austin ScottAn antidepressant is a psychiatric medication used to mitigate mood disorders such as depression and dysthymia and various anxiety disorders. Antidepressants which are more commonly used are referred as SSRIs(Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors), SNRIs(Serotonin norepinephrine reuptake ...
Views: 1597 - Gratitude is a Habit Worth Cultivating - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2011 from Jim GilletteGratefulness is an energy, and an attitude, and a style or pattern, and a spirit. It can be thought of or described many ways. Everyone though, will probably agree that it is a good feeling. It is positive. This positive emotion is the foundation for being open to positive change, positive ...
Views: 1595 - MANAGE YOUR STRESS WITH PRAYER - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2012 from Helen Mendes LovePrayer is one of the most powerful tools we have for avoiding, reducing or better managing stress. Jesus taught that we "OUGHT ALWAYS TO PRAY." (Luke 18:17) We pray when we silently or vocally talk to God. Our prayers can be spontaneous, such as "THANK YOU LORD THAT I AM ALIVE."or we can ...
Views: 1594 - Drug Free Pain Relief - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2013 from Dee TwentymanOuchahh! How many times have you had that painful experience? More than once in your life I guarantee. That painful sensation is doing an essential job. It’s helps us to maintain our health and wellbeing and quite often it helps in our very survival. Without that vital message from our pain ...
Views: 1592 - How Do You Get Off the Junk Food? - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2011 from Misa HopkinsWhen I was a teenager, I remember stopping at a convenience store, purchasing a box of six old fashioned doughnuts and then eating four of them in a row. It seems I was able to burn them off fairly quickly because my metabolism was moving quite fast, but I’m not convinced I was doing my body any ...
Views: 1588 - BLUE: The Holistic Solution for Nightmares, Stammering and Bedwetting - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2011 from Anne Whitehouse PhDWe all want our children to be healthy and happy. All too often though, our little ones suffer with issues like nightmares, stammering and bedwetting, and as parents we feel powerless to help. However, with a little bit of know-how you can make a difference. In this article, I will show you ...
Views: 1586 - Healing Emotional Abuse and Covert Family Violence - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2014 from Lynn BlanchardHealing Emotional Abuse and Covert Family Violence Definition of Abuse: Anything less than nurturing is abuse. As the description of one of Alice Miller’s foundational books states, 'Far too many of us had to learn as children to hide our own feelings, needs, and ...
Views: 1585 - Creativity—A Doorway to Intuition - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Misa HopkinsIf you aren’t certain about where to begin accessing your intuition or you want to be able to tap into more of your intuitive guidance, one of the best and most enjoyable ways to access you inner wisdom is through creative expression. Why? Inspiration and intuition are kissing cousins. Ask a ...
Views: 1584(4 votes) - Nature’s Rhythms and Healing - by Submitted on May 28, 2011 from Misa HopkinsOne of the great ironies in life is that in order to accelerate your healing, you have to slow down. —Misa Hopkins, The Root of All Healing In our crazy, busy lives driving to the office, working in fast-paced environments, watching hours of television, and keeping up a rather intense pace ...
Views: 1584(1 vote) - Energetic Roots of Back Injuries - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2011 from Misa HopkinsOne of our readers wants to know about healing back injuries. Many, if not most, of us have injured our backs, so we know how debilitating it can be have back pain. Before we look at the energetic roots of back injuries, let’s take a look at the prevalence of back injuries that ...
Views: 1583 - Psychologist Brisbane - How To Sleep Well At Night? - by Submitted on May 12, 2012 from Rajia SultanaIncase you did not know, having sufficient sleep is no longer a luxury, but a necessity. Psychologist Brisbane in consultation with other experts has proved beyond reasonable doubt that having adequate sleep is an indication of good health. If the recent statistics are anything to go by, then ...
Views: 1582(1 vote) - Digestive Health Checklist: Learn what Risks to your Brain are Associated with Stomach Upset - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2015 from Lana ThomasDigestive Health Checklist What is the most important system in your body? Of course all eleven systems are important as a whole, but if you cannot absorb nutrients then your entire body will begin operating like a city in a brown out. Since your health depends so largely on your ability to ...
Views: 1581 - Mindfulness Meditation - Free Health Care - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2011 from E. (anagarika eddie) Raymond RockMindfulness meditation is free. There are no health insurance premiums, drug costs, or expensive therapies. And it works! But first you have to understand the authentic instructions, and secondly you must practice diligently. If you do this, mental and physical problems will melt away. Try it! ...
Views: 1580 - It’s a Bright, Sun-shiny Day: Boost Your Mood and Your Health! - by Submitted on May 03, 2012 from Cynthia SeamanMany people with mood disorders take prescription medications to stay on an even level or to feel “normal.” But many of these medications have risky side effects and what works for one person, doesn’t work for another. Trying to adjust your mood becomes a classic case of trial and error (with ...
Views: 1579 - ***Under the Knife - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2012 from Susun WeedUnder The Knife c. 2003 Susun S Weed The Sixth Step of Healing -- break and enter -- is one we mostly hope to avoid. But even those who prefer herbal medicine and natural healing may find themselves needing -- or wanting -- invasive procedures, including surgery, when faced with serious ...
Views: 1578 - Words Spoken During Surgery Can Cause Stress and Irrational Behavior - by Submitted on May 21, 2010 from Leah FriedmanAfter his hernia surgery in 2001, James Tudor of Los Angeles had an irrational feeling that he was getting old and losing his vigor even though he was only 24. He couldn't figure out what was going on. After getting Dianetics counseling, he was surprised to discover that the nurse had teased the ...
Views: 1576(1 vote) - Holistic First-Aid For Cats and Dogs: You Can Help Them Feel Better - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2011 from Anne Whitehouse PhDWe all value our pets. They give us so much: affection, love and entertainment. So it's very hard to watch them when they are ill, afraid or suffering. Over the years I have sometimes been asked to provide healing for pets. Let me share with you some simple and effective healing techniques which ...
Views: 1569(1 vote) - Loving Yourself Without Weight Loss! - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from Steve BetsworthBeing overweight is something that many of us suffer from. You are not alone. Whether you have a little bit of puppy fat or physically obese both your body and mind are affected. Whilst losing weight is something that should be done from a health point of view often people want to lose weight ...
Views: 1567 - Families With Abuse - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2015 from Roni Weisberg-RossAbusive situations in families do not happen in isolation. It is neither bad luck, nor is it the fault of the victim of abuse. Abuse happens within a culture of abuse. That is, there is something that is handed down over the generations that encourages those who abuse and allow those around the ...
Views: 1566 - What Our Athletes Can Teach Us About Recovery! - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2016 from Dr. Anne BrownThis summer in particular, we had some pretty spectacular athletic competitions in England, France, and more recently, Rio. Whether you follow cycling, tennis or any of the competitions that took place in Rio, it is hard not to be inspired and learn from some of the stories. Stories and ...
Views: 1565(1 vote) - Meditation CDs for Power Naps - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2011 from Steve GillmanIt used to be that meditation CDs were just pleasant music and perhaps some “sounds of nature” thrown in. There is nothing wrong with that. They were relaxing and could help you get into a meditative state. But the newest recordings use more than just a light tune and the sound of rain or waves. ...
Views: 1559 - Awakening the Secrets of Sleep - The Benefits of Rest for Better Workout Results - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2013 from Jonathan washingtonAlright, you're making progress and building good habits by working out, running and eating better, that's outstanding! Now, it is very important not to fall into a very common trap. Many people actually feel guilty after having gotten into the routine of working out, if they take a day off, but ...
Views: 1557 - Can Sunshine Improve your Mood? - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2012 from Carole CookI’ve been feeling quite depressed recently and I’m sure this is linked to the awful Great British Summer weather we’ve been having. Rain, damp, cold and fog! Welcome to July in the North east of England! I long for the feel of the sun on my skin and would drop everything tomorrow to jet to ...
Views: 1557 - Dancing Your Body Temple - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2013 from Lisa MichaelsA temple is a structure reserved for spiritual activities; such as prayer and the worship of a divinity. Often seen as the dwelling place of the Divine, a temple provides sacred containment for reverence, devotion, and connecting one's soul to Spirit. The body is often referred to as a holy ...
Views: 1554(3 votes) - The Power to Heal Begins With Choice - by Submitted on May 07, 2010 from Andrea ConnellIn recent decades man has begun to remember and re-learn the essential elements of healing. We have come to consider that there have been many, many systems of healing throughout the ages and that some of them may still have great merit in today's world. In times of illness we have begun to ...
Views: 1554(3 votes) - Bee Still Bee Enlightened - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2012 from Roy E. KlienwachterMy best friend Yoshi (not his real name) is probably the most passive person I have ever known, and many times it drove me up the wall, as I didn’t see very much drama in his life. On occasion during his high school years he would be confronted by a bully. Where I would be thinking of kicking ...
Views: 1550 - Diabetes and Self-Healing - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2011 from Misa HopkinsOne of my readers asked about how to heal from diabetes. I love questions. They challenge me to dive in deeply into the spiritual and emotional roots behind illnesses. When I took the concept of healing diabetes into meditation, I received an interesting perspective about this condition. What ...
Views: 1550 - Pain: The Messenger - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2010 from Abigail SteidleyAfter years of struggling with physical pain and other uncomfortable sensations such as vulvar burning, rawness, and itching, I felt exhausted. I was so sick of pain I wanted to give up, somehow, or run away. I longed to jump out of my own skin and just escape. I was going crazy dealing with ...
Views: 1549 - Top 5 Essential Oils for the Body - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2017 from Harper HarmonHere are five highly used essential oils that can improve your life and give you a pleasant scent, too. Melaleuca or Tea Tree Oil Melaleuca oil remains one of the best essential oils you can use for your skin. Dr. Axe recommends tea tree oil as the perfect skin treatment. Some of the ...
Views: 1549 - Energy Healing and Cell Renewal - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2013 from Misa HopkinsI was recently asked a question regarding how to encourage cell renewal for a specific organ. Here is the wonder of energy healing: you don’t have to understand the organ or have a detailed intention in order to heal it energetically. Some years ago my doctor told me one of my fallopian tubes ...
Views: 1548(1 vote) - Use Rage to Create Peace! - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Dr. Cynthia MillerDeeply engrained in our bodies is the rage that wants to kill and destroy. This is the energy that fuels war, violence, and hatred. Unless this energy is met head on and transformed, it will continue to pervade human consciousness. This rage lives in your brain, your nervous system and your ...
Views: 1547(1 vote) - Living on the Edge: Generalized Anxiety Disorder - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2011 from Sadie SheafeAs this article is being written, I, the writer, am having a hard time swallowing, my palms are slightly sweaty and I feel tension in some of my muscles. The reason for the odd symptoms, is this author, along with 18% of Americans, is affected by an anxiety disorder. There are several different ...
Views: 1546(1 vote) - Excuses That Keep You From Love – too much baggage - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2012 from Cheri ValentineToday’s topic for tapping is the myth that you have too much baggage for anyone to love you – so not true, yet if you believe it, then it is! So let’s bust that belief and embrace one that is more empowering for you. Hi. I’m Cheri Valentine and I’m back to do some more tapping with you on ...
Views: 1544 - Acceptance Versus Change - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2010 from Helga MatzkoGestalt Theory states that “Change happens when one becomes who he really is, not when he tries to become what he is not” (Beisser, p. 77, 1970). This principle of change implies that in the process of maturation an individual introjects familial and societal attitudes and beliefs about himself ...
Views: 1537(2 votes) - Holiday Stress And Self-Healing - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2010 from Misa HopkinsHave you started yet? You know, have you started the process of telling yourself that this holiday season you can handle more than you really can? I used to be so good at doing that. I thought I was the holiday super woman so I’d be running around doing all kinds of activities, eating all kinds ...
Views: 1534 - ***Setting Healthy Boundaries While Increasing Your Personal Freedom - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2014 from Debra Graugnard[Watch the video: http://youtu.be/PQbcIVX5T0I] I like to put a reframe on the topic of boundary-setting. Think about this: If you are walking around with boundaries all the way around you, think about what this looks like. Think about what this feels like. You are building a wall all the way ...
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