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- Understanding and Dealing with Nervous Imbalances Caused by Hostile Forces - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2022 from santosh krinskyThe question of ‘hostile forces’ is one that generally needs a certain amount of reflection. In the West, the major religious denominations frequently speak of the devil, the fallen angels, Satan, and other beings to which they attribute a malignant power that pressures human beings to commit ...
Views: 485 - Understanding and Dealing with the Physical Mind - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2022 from santosh krinskySri Aurobindo recognises that in order to effectively address the actions of the mind, the various underlying sources and the energies they raise up in their action must be clearly seen and understood. There is a difference in the way one needs to deal with a persistent emotional reaction, for ...
Views: 393 - Understanding and Overcoming Depression - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2022 from santosh krinskyIn today’s world, depression is a widespread malady that affects people throughout the world. In many cases, pharmaceutical drugs are known to have potential ‘side effects’ that can cause depression, thoughts of suicide, or other dark moods that inhibit the ability of the individual to function ...
Views: 478 - Understanding and Respecting the Body’s Need for Rest - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2022 from santosh krinskyWhen an illness strikes the body, its energy must go to recuperation and rebuilding its basic strength. For a practitioner of yoga, as well as for those who have a developed mental or emotional consciousness, or an aesthetic sense, the recuperation and rebuilding phase can be irksome, as there ...
Views: 412 - Understanding CLIA Waived Drug Tests: A Comprehensive Guide to HCG Pregnancy Tests and LH Ovulation Rapid Test Kits - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2024 from Shubham SardaIntroduction: Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) Waived Drug Tests play a crucial role in providing quick and accurate results for various medical diagnostics. Among these, Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) pregnancy tests and Luteinizing Hormone (LH) ovulation rapid test kits ...
Views: 400 - Understanding Extreme Behavior - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2023 from William CottringerUnderstanding Extreme Behavior By Bill Cottringer “Human behavior flows from three main sources—desire, emotion, and knowledge.” ~Plato. Is it my imagination or is extreme behavior becoming more commonplace these days? Is the incident rate of extreme behavior actually increasing or ...
Views: 479 - Understanding Fasting Mimicking Diet - A Treatment for Breast Cancer Combined with Hormone Therapy - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2020 from Ojal sharmaAccording to a recent study published in the journal 'Nature', Fasting Mimicking Diet combined with hormone therapy is beneficial for curing breast cancer. This study has also featured in Hindustan Times. Furthermore, the study states that fasting-mimicking diet can improve the efficiency of ...
Views: 545 - Understanding Human Nature - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2022 from santosh krinskyAt some point in life, virtually every individual has an experience which is extremely disappointing and painful, due to a perceived betrayal or undue negative reaction from another person. A great part of human interaction is driven by reactions of jealousy, envy, lust, greed, fear, anger or, ...
Views: 398 - Understanding Hypnosis and Your Subconscious Mind and How It Can Change Lives - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2021 from Leon EdwardSelf-hypnosis is all about reprogramming the mind and embedding newer, more favorable beliefs. This form of hypnosis is achieved through a trance like state where your reasoning is turned off. Our reasoning helps us to make important judgment calls that can save ourself and is an integral as ...
Views: 1035 - Understanding Self-Harm & Tips for Talking to Someone About Self-Harm - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2023 from Neil DolanThe sensations surged up from deep inside, like a geyser about to blow: a mix of sadness, anxiety, and shame that would overwhelm anyone, especially teenagers. “I took out the blade from a pencil sharpener and cut myself”, a secondary school student told me. “I didn’t know if it would help. ...
Views: 332 - Understanding the Aging Brain: The Neuropsychology of Cognitive Decline in Elderly Populations - by Submitted on May 21, 2023 from Leon EdwardAs people age, they may experience cognitive decline, which can range from mild cognitive impairment (MCI) to dementia. This decline can affect memory, attention, language, and problem-solving abilities. As a result, elderly individuals may experience difficulties completing day-to-day ...
Views: 434 - Understanding the Aging Brain: The Neuropsychology of Cognitive Decline in Elderly Populations - by Submitted on May 21, 2023 from Leon EdwardAs people age, they may experience cognitive decline, which can range from mild cognitive impairment (MCI) to dementia. This decline can affect memory, attention, language, and problem-solving abilities. As a result, elderly individuals may experience difficulties completing day-to-day ...
Views: 449 - Understanding The Brain - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2015 from John CarinciUnderstanding the Brain Better The human brain is a remarkable organ. I have thought long and hard that one day a human brain can be harvested out of a dying body and made to think and communicate in some form. Many experts say that the brain is one of the most complicated things available to ...
Views: 1161 - Understanding The Brain - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2015 from John CarinciUnderstanding the Brain Better The human brain is a remarkable organ. I have thought long and hard that one day a human brain can be harvested out of a dying body and made to think and communicate in some form. Many experts say that the brain is one of the most complicated things available to ...
Views: 1166 - Understanding the Cycles and Phases of Spiritual Development - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2022 from santosh krinskySeveral days ago a seeker raised a question, rephrased here: “I read Sri Aurobindo’s writings regularly and for a time they stay active within me, but then, it falls away and I feel blank inside. Am I losing the benefit of Sri Aurobindo’s teaching, and if so, how can I ensure that it stays ...
Views: 386 - Understanding the Defense Mechanism of Projection - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2022 from santosh krinskyDue to what we may call ‘observational bias’ we tend to attribute intention and motive to others that we ourselves have internally and project our internal response onto the other party, without knowing exactly what the cause of their action may be from their standpoint. Some of this is due to ...
Views: 448 - Understanding the Defense Mechanism of Rationalization - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2022 from santosh krinskyWe can clearly see the influence of the vital on the mind when we understand the lengths to which the mind will go to justify satisfaction of the needs, desires or actions of the vital nature. The defense mechanism of ‘rationalization’ is a clear example. We understand, intellectually, that ...
Views: 473 - Understanding the Larger Being of Man and the Process of Transformation of the Subconscious - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2021 from santosh krinskyWestern psychoanalysis focused on a specific segment of the overall human psychological makeup, an area that deals with vestigial instincts and suppressed desires and urges. Obviously any opening and examination of this aspect is fraught with both concerns and dangers for the individual seeking ...
Views: 445 - Understanding the Limitations of the Mechanical Mind - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2022 from santosh krinskyAt a very basic, rudimentary level, less developed in the evolutionary scale than the physical mind, lies what is termed the ‘mechanical mind’. This level relies heavily on programmed repetition. It is programmed to have a simple instruction set, to repeat continuously whatever ‘sets off’ its ...
Views: 446 - Understanding the Limitations of the Physical Mind - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2022 from santosh krinskyWe are used to superimposing our higher intellectual control on the physical mind and its operations. The physical mind still acts, but we generally limit its application through this process. At the same time, however, we do not consciously pay attention to its action or the impact of that ...
Views: 451 - Understanding what makes a terrorist - by Contrary to popular myth, even in the security services, terrorists are not lucid adults with a fanatical cause. The “cause” is a means and their rationality is simply the outward appearance they can give of acting in an intelligent and socially innocuous way. They are not people who have taken ...
Views: 863 - Understanding, Utilizing and Balancing One’s Vital Energy Reserves - by Submitted on May 19, 2022 from santosh krinskyWhen we consider the way we take in and expend energy in our lives, we start by looking at food as the source of energy. Food represents the conversion of solar energy into biological energy through the medium of photosynthesis and (for those who eat animal foods), the conversion of the plant ...
Views: 421 - Unleashing the Wild Woman - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2010 from Devaa HaleyYou do not have to be good. You do not have to walk on your knees for a hundred miles through the desert, repenting. You only have to let the soft animal of your body love what it loves. – Mary Oliver I don’t have to be good? What a RELIEF! I have spent much of my life trying to be ...
Views: 1243 - Unlocking and Nurturing Mindfulness to Begin the Path of Healing - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2015 from Neha ChawlaDo you often find yourself functioning on auto-pilot with a numbness of being and without much thought or feeling? Or as if you’re just going through the motions partially submerged in water while breathing shallow? If you’re saying yes, chances are that you’re not mindfully living your life in ...
Views: 1166 - Unlocking The Power Of The Subconscious Mind - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2008 from Greg FrostThe key to making your subconscious mind work for you is in your attitude. Having a positive self-esteem and confidence in yourself can go a long way towards achieving the goals that you have set out for your mind. Whilst many people believe that confidence and esteem comes with your ...
Views: 4295 - Use Creative Tips to Enhance Creativity in Child - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2018 from Komal NandwanaIn current time, competition among people is too high. At this time, creativity is the most essential skill to win the competition. Childhood is the best time to sow the seeds of creativity. A child’s mind is similar to a blank canvas. Creativity can be easily taught to children because at ...
Views: 829 - Using Self-Knowledge to Shut Out the Confusing & Repetitive “White Noise” - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2013 from S.A. AbrahamSelf-knowledge and analysis, awareness, understanding our motivations and reactions; as well as practicing and putting into action effective methods of dealing with the world at large become very valuable tools with which to navigate our lives. One of our greatest advantages is that we can ...
Views: 1781 - Various Versions of Happiness - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2020 from William CottringerVarious Versions of Happiness By Bill Cottringer “Happiness is what you do to stumble upon it.” ~The Author. The pursuit of happiness is something we all engage in, to some degree or another. And the last I heard, it is still an inalienable constitutional right of Americans and ...
Views: 846 - Veterans, Paranoia, and PTSD - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2014 from Abigail FazelatDuring combat, a soldier must always be on high alert for his or her own personal safety. Danger lurks around every corner, and every day could bring the possibility of certain doom. Therefore, a soldier must take all precautionary measures to avoid being taken by surprise by a foreign weapon or ...
Views: 5616 - Veterans, PTSD, and Dementia? - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2014 from Abigail FazelatThe U.S. Department of Veterans’ Affairs reports that one in five combat veterans develops Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, either during or shortly after combat. The Mayo Clinic defines PTSD as having three main categories of symptoms: “re-experiencing symptoms,” “avoidance symptoms,” ...
Views: 1221 - Veterans, PTSD, and Nervous Breakdowns - by Submitted on May 21, 2014 from Abigail FazelatMany people make light of nervous breakdowns, often using the term in a joking and over-exaggerative manner. However, nervous breakdowns, although not officially referred to as a medical condition, are still very serious, as they signal several underlying mental issues which must be ...
Views: 3075 - Visiting the Symbolic Transcription of One’s Inner Being As Displayed to the Conscious Awareness - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2022 from santosh krinskyFor those who are anchored in their outer external awareness of the world and of themselves, there is no understanding or acceptance of the reality of inner occult states of awareness. Thus, they deny the reality of the inner experiences, until perhaps they happen to have a near death ...
Views: 360 - Visualization as an Aid for Entering into Contact with One’s Psychic Being - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2022 from santosh krinskyFor those who have the power of visualisation and who are ready and willing to concentrate in this way, there can be tremendous progress in developing the relation to the psychic being. The mind transcribes the energetic relationships of the various parts of the being into different rooms and ...
Views: 358 - Vocal Science: Inspirational Coaching - Are You Willing to Spread Your Wings? Unleash Your Voice, Unleash Your Spirit! - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2017 from Diana YampolskyI have to say that, in the past, the above sentences were not even up for discussion. Everybody (or almost everybody) were more then willing to “spread their wings, in a manner of speaking; and thus, unleash their voices and their spirits. Of course, to unleash the voice/spirit is easier said ...
Views: 1271 - Vеgеtаblеѕ Frоm Thе Sea Tо Hеlр Yоu Fосuѕ - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2020 from Leon EdwardSеа vegetables hаvе bееn соnѕumеd fоr thоuѕаndѕ оf years, even before thе planting аnd raising of crops. Anсіеnt реорlе who lived beside the ѕеа, gаthеrеd ѕmаll mоlluѕkѕ аnd ѕеа vеgеtаblеѕ as the tides wеnt out. Whіlе nоt рrоvеn, іt is lіkеlу thаt ѕеа vеgеtаblеѕ helped wіth thе dеvеlорmеnt of ...
Views: 960 - Waking Up, Feeling Bad - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2010 from M.Farouk RadwanHow many times have you found yourself feeling bad as soon as you woke up? How many times have went to your bed feeling good then woke up feeling bad? This article won't tell you to change the tone of your alarm clock nor it will tell you to think positively while in bed but it will direct ...
Views: 3823 - Walking Style And Personality - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2010 from M.Farouk RadwanThe Power of Psychology The Clothes that you wear, the way you walk, your face features, your body language, your tone of voice, Your doodles,your hobbies and the music that you prefer can reveal a lot about your personality. After studying psychology for years I discovered how naked do ...
Views: 6057 - Want To Waste Time? Argue Science VS Religion - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2012 from Estelle GoldsteinI have no use for “science vs. religion” debates. They are artificially created to get people angry at each other, when there is absolutely no reason. Whatever divine entity you believe in — whatever “universal intelligence” — is not a stupid being. Any Deity would simply reveal to people ...
Views: 1379 - Ways of Increasing Creativity - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Lynn DormanCreativity – that oneness with our creative muse - is a great feeling. It allows us to feel free and to be productive. But how do we get that creative feeling going? And if we have it going – how can we increase its productivity? Creativity is often written and spoken about as coming ...
Views: 1162 - Ways to Keep Mind Peaceful in a Negative Environment - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2020 from Dada BhagwanOur mind is the part of an internal functioning mechanism where thoughts arise. The daily life can be busy, hectic and overwhelming. It is constantly on the go with thoughts, memories, and emotions. Finding peace of mind in the modern world is a significant challenge. And not knowing how to deal ...
Views: 544 - Ways To Know What Type Of Counseling Your Child May Need - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2014 from Anica OaksDealing with a mentally ill child can be a frustrating and heart breaking experience. Parents who witness sudden changes in grades, friends, and behaviors in their children may not know how to respond or where to turn for help. There are a few basic criteria that parents can implement to ...
Views: 955 - We Behave Alike On Different Perspectives! - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2015 from Dr. Mona AeyshaYou know it is never the same 'feeling'- When you are going to pick a glass of water for someone When you are going to pick a glass of water for yourself When you are going to pick a glass of water in order to obey When you are going to pick a glass of water under pressure (of your ...
Views: 1565 - WE MAKE HELPING TOO COMPLICATED - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2008 from William CottringerWE MAKE HELPING TOO COMPLICATED By Bill Cottringer “How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world.” ~Anne Frank We tend to make things much more complicated than they need to be. I am not sure why we do this. Maybe out of boredom and ...
Views: 880 - What Are The Main Risks Associated With A Liver Biopsy? - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2020 from vivek choudharyIn a liver biopsy, a tiny piece of liver tissue is removed and scrutinized under a microscope to look for warning signs of any disease and damage. Your doctor at one of the best cancer hospitals in India may come up with a recommendation for liver biopsy in the event that your blood test or ...
Views: 771 - What are the Major Things that Make you Happy in Every Situation? - by Submitted on May 29, 2019 from Dada BhagwanThe most important thing that keeps us happy in every situation in life is ‘a happy mind’. A contented mind is an ‘always happy mind’. And contentment is an outcome of right understanding. Life is actually very simple! It really is, but we unnecessarily complicate it and make it look far too ...
Views: 470 - What Are the Payoffs & Costs of Who You Are Being? - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2011 from Rachel GrantRecently I wrote about the many false beliefs that we have and how these shape our expectations which then set us out to prove particular things about ourselves, others, relationships, the world. I want to now take a look at how we are showing up in the world as a result. We’re going to call ...
Views: 1780 - What are the Side Effects of Low Self-Esteem? - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2018 from Preston FelixAll of us at one point in our lives have probably suffered from low self-esteem. We live in a world where people always judge one another and always compare themselves to others. As a result, many people end up having to deal with a very low self-esteem that can seem to affect all the aspects of ...
Views: 1557 - What Did You Just Call My Daughter? - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2012 from Rosalind L. Heiko, Ph.D.On the benefits of having an open mind about one’s child called a “retard”, or having intellectual deficits, being mentally deficient, and other interesting and ridiculous things... When I was just starting out as a child and school psychologist in Syracuse, NY almost 35 years ago, I ...
Views: 1521 - What Happened To Tiger Woods? - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Joan ChamberlainA Deeper Look at the Exaggerated Superiority Personality and Awareness of Self. Good ole’ USA Today; they even make the sports page interesting. Last week in a wire service report, there was a short article about both Tiger Woods and Vijay Singh. Only five paragraphs about Tiger Woods. ...
Views: 2786 - What is attitude? Why is it so important? - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2019 from Dada BhagwanAttitude is that little thing within that goes on to make a big difference both inside and outside. It determines how we experience every aspect of our life. Our attitude is very important when we have nothing and equally important when we have everything. Attitude defines us in the world. ...
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