Self-concept is born of two minds; the conscious mind, which is the creative mind, the one that is associated with identity and does the thinking, computing and contemplating; and then there is the sub-conscious mind, which is like a tape player or a video camera. It automatically records behaviors and plays it back; every environmental…
Amethyst
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For centuries, amethysts have been thought to be an excellent remedial for many ailments. Hundreds of years ago, the amethyst was moistened with saliva and rubbed on the face to banish pimples and rough skin. Today it is used in spells designed to magnify beauty. In traditional Chinese medicine, amethyst is prescribed for stomach pains…
Garnet
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There are countless beliefs regarding the various benefits of wearing a garnet to promote good health. In ancient and medieval times, the symbolism of color played a very important part in recommending the use of particular stones for special diseases. In the case of red stones, they were thought to be remedies for hemorrhages of…
Fire Agate
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Fire Agate, known as the spiritual flame of absolute perfection, carries a great mystery locked inside its deep brown crystal. You need only touch the stone and fiery embers ignite. Peer into its depths and flames leap within its chambers. Study it closely and it will almost show you its secrets. Almost.
Rock – Paper – Scissors
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Rock – Paper – Scissors Remember the game “rock – paper – scissors”? There was actually a lot of wisdom in that simple game. It begins to describe the Elements and the nature of how they relate to one another. In Chinese Medical theory, there are Five Elements each corresponding with a Yin and a…
Digest and Eliminate
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“A yogi eats one meal a day…. A rogi eats two, a bogi eats three and if you’re trying to die you have four”, he said, matter of factly. I was three weeks deep into a seven-week intensive Astanga Yoga teachers training workshop, which was five days a week four hours a day. I knew…
What should I eat?
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Should I be a vegetarian or eat meat? What is a balanced diet? What is the right diet for me? Reality is there are no simple answers. Diet is as individual an experience as any other aspect of our reality; it is shaped by upbringing and culture, and influenced by where one lives, personal needs…
The Juice Fast
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A Juice Fast, means resting from solid foods for a period of time and drinking nourishing liquids or water and fruit or vegetable juices, for a period of three to ten days or longer to allow the system to rest.
Why you need probiotics
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Healthy human intestines contain billions of both good and potentially harmful microorganisms. The good bacteria in the intestines are considered to be an integral part of normal immune system support. Healthy people usually have a ratio of approximately 85% good to 15% potentially harmful organisms in the intestinal tract. In some cases, even those who…
Natren’s Healthy Start System
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The Healthy Start System® is an easy to use three-step probiotic supplement system for optimal overall and digestive health. This custom probiotic system is a great starter and maintenance program to provide helpful levels of beneficial bacteria throughout the gastrointestinal tract. Some bacteria are naturally competitive, competing with their neighbors for space and resources. So…
Why Cleanse?
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We are always more potential than we are actual; actualizing our potential is growth; a step toward life, the unknown. To do otherwise is… well, otherwise. Let’s just say it only feeds dissatisfaction. Cleansing is an often-overlooked process that rids excess waste, thus strengthening the body and organs, preventing premature degeneration. It also alkalizes the…
The “Primal Defense” Cleanse
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The “Primal Defense” Cleanse is very important. At some point, everyone should do this Cleanse at least once. Completing this Cleanse before doing a Juice Fast or the Master Cleanser is highly recommended and quite beneficial.