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Sunday, June 23, 2013
If you’re going to make stuff up, at least make it cool :)
We make stuff up that isn't there.
We distort stuff that is there ...
We assign meaning to events that don't have any meaning ...
And the reality is:
EVERY memory we have is a complete distortion of what actually happened. The farther in the past the memory is, and the more times we've thought about it...
...the more we've changed what actually has happened.
I heard someone once say ... :
"It's NEVER too late to have a good childhood"
And it's right ...
However, we can also make stuff up that isn't very useful to us.
What that means is in this video : If you’re going to make stuff up, at least make it cool :) | Empower Network
Saturday, June 22, 2013
Home Remedies For Hypertension
High blood pressure also referred to as hypertension is a kind of health problem where there is constant high pressure of the blood in the arteries. A person suffers from hypertension when the blood pressure reading is 140/90 mm Hg or higher. Some of the common causes of this health problem are obesity, genetic factors, excessive intake of alcohol, high intake of salt, lack of aerobic exercise, stress, birth control pills, pain relievers, kidney diseases, and adrenal diseases and so on.
If not treated on time, high blood pressure can lead to heart attacks, stroke, and kidney failure. Although medication is often prescribed for hypertension patients, one can also control it with simple natural remedies with the help of easily available kitchen ingredients.
Here are some top home remedies for High Blood Pressure -
If not treated on time, high blood pressure can lead to heart attacks, stroke, and kidney failure. Although medication is often prescribed for hypertension patients, one can also control it with simple natural remedies with the help of easily available kitchen ingredients.
Here are some top home remedies for High Blood Pressure -
Banana:
Banana is the best natural remedy for blood pressure. Eat one or two bananas daily to keep your high blood pressure in control. The high potassium present in the banana will help you control the blood pressure level. It aids you to be free of cholesterol, with its low sodium levels. Apart from banana, you can also try eating spinach, dried apricots, orange juice, raisins, currants, baked sweet potatoes, winter squash, zucchini, and cantaloupe.
Garlic:
Garlic processes the great properties that help you get blood pressure in control. Either raw or cooked form garlic helps you in reducing cholesterol level. Whenever you have your blood pressure level high then try eating 1 – 2 slightly crushed cloves of garlic regularly. As crushed garlic cloves generate hydrogen sulfide, which helps in promoting good flow of blood, decreases the pressure on the heart and gets rid of gas. You can also take 5 to 6 drops of garlic juice mixed with 4 teaspoons of water two times a day for better results.
Celery:
Celery contains high levels of 3-N-butylphthalide, which is a ‘phytochemical’ that helps you to control high blood pressure level. Eat celery regularly to see improvement in your blood pressure level. It also helps you in stress hormones reduction that constricts the blood vessels, which may lead to high BP. If you like celery then you can munch on to lower your BP or you can consume one stalk of it along with one glass of water every day.
Lemon:
Lemon is one of the best remedies for hypertension. It makes the blood vessels soft and flexible removing their rigidness, making the blood pressure levels low. Lemon contains high amounts of Vitamin B, so regularly consuming lemon helps you prevent for heart failure. If you are having high blood pressure then you must drink fresh lemon juice as many times as possible. Drinking one glass lemon juice mixed with warm water every morning on empty stomach is good for health. Avoid adding salt or sugar for good results.
Honey:
Honey has a soothing effect on your blood vessels and helps in reducing the pressure from the heart, in turn lowers high blood pressure. Consuming 1 or 2 tbsps of honey daily will help you in controlling hypertension. Taking two teaspoons of honey early in the morning on empty stomach is a very good option. You can otherwise mix 1 tsp of honey, 1 tsp of ginger juice and 2 teaspoons of powered cumin seeds and eat it two times a day. You can also consume the mixture of honey and basil juice on empty stomach regularly for better results.
Onion Juice:
Onion is an effective remedy for lowering the high blood pressure level. You can eat one raw onion (medium sized) on a daily basis or consume the mixture of honey and onion juice. Taking 1/2 teaspoon of onion juice mixed with 1/2 teaspoon honey twice every day, will aid you in reducing the blood pressure level. You can notice a good improvement in your BP levels by taking onion juice twice a day for about 1 – 2 weeks.
Cayenne Pepper:
If you are suffering from mild hypertension then cayenne pepper is the best natural remedy you can take. It makes the blood flow smooth by preventing the blood platelets from forming clumps and prevents their accumulation in the blood. Cayenne pepper can be added to vegetable salad or fruit salad. You can even add a generous pinch of cayenne pepper powder into your soup and drink it. Use only a small pinch of cayenne pepper as it is very spicy.
Coconut Water:
It is always good to keep your body well hydrated and it is recommended if you’re suffering with high BP. Drink about 8 – 10 glasses of water every day. You can also drink tender coconut or coconut water, along with regular water for good results. Coconut water is tasty and processes nutritional values as well. They help in lowering and controlling the hypertension levels. You can improve blood pressure level by consuming coconut water regularly. You can also try using coconut oil instead of regular oil for cooking.
Fenugreek Seeds:
Fenugreek seeds are most effective remedy for lowering the high blood pressure level. Take one to two teaspoons of fenugreek seeds and boil them for about 2 minutes in water. Now strain out the water from the fenugreek seeds and bled them in a fine paste. Eat one tablespoon of this paste early in the morning on empty stomach and in the evening respectively. Continue for two or three months to control and lower your blood pressure level.
Watermelon Seeds:
A compound called ‘cucurbocitrin’ that is present in Watermelon seeds widens the blood capillaries. Apart for this it also improves the kidneys functionality. It also reduces blood pressure level in arthritis. Crush 2 table spoons of dried watermelon seeds and add them to one cup of boiled water. After leaving it for about an hour, strain the seeds and take 4 tbsps of this water at regular intervals.
Turkey’s revolution is being resurrected!
Let’s salute it!
"The most important lesson the masses learned from this resistance was that the uprising could not get any results with a single strike. And with tremendous creativity the people took two fabulous steps: “The Standing Man,” and “The Forum of Abbasaga.”"
Read more on the next step of the Turkish resistance movement, taking real democracy to the people by organizing popular forums in Istanbul and Ankara.
http://www.sendika.org/2013/ 06/ turkeys-revolution-is-being-res urrected-lets-salute-it-ferda- koc/
See also ROAR's analysis of the emerging people's assemblies in Turkey:
http://roarmag.org/2013/06/ assemblies-emerging-in-turkey-a -lesson-in-democracy/
"The most important lesson the masses learned from this resistance was that the uprising could not get any results with a single strike. And with tremendous creativity the people took two fabulous steps: “The Standing Man,” and “The Forum of Abbasaga.”"
Read more on the next step of the Turkish resistance movement, taking real democracy to the people by organizing popular forums in Istanbul and Ankara.
http://www.sendika.org/2013/
See also ROAR's analysis of the emerging people's assemblies in Turkey:
http://roarmag.org/2013/06/
Friday, June 21, 2013
Turkey Update: Taksim Solidarity Platform
Taksim Solidarity Platform's announcement from the 19th of June:
"We are calling out from all across the country, from squares, parks, our homes, our rooms, unions, parties and wherever else we may be.We stand together in all aspects of life, with all our values and our colors, our unshakable common sense and strength to resist, our resolve and incredible creativity. We have not given up on our demands nor the things we've achieved so far."
Read more: http://taksimdayanisma.org/ ?lang=en
The Awakening
Life doesn't always give us the things we want, we want because we see others have it .. Sometimes if we don't get certain things, we don't need to pull a face ... we just need to improvise and make the best of what we have .. Some of us may not get love, some matrimony, some may not get children, some don't have families and other plenty of things that we are told are important to derive happiness .. It's not the amount of things that makes us happy, but a strong attitude to live gracefully in the absence of it .. At the end, everyone is going to go empty hands .. Suit up and live life like it's your favorite game ..
I wanted to post this lovely poem called “The Awakening” by Sonny Carroll that was recently posted on the Just Because I Appear Happy_Doesn’t Mean Everything’s Okay Facebook group .. I thought it was so fitting for many of us ..
Introduction to The Awakening by Sonny Carroll
I actually began writing this piece in 1996 shortly after coming out of a long drawn out and painful break-up. I was a total mess. My life was in shambles and as I tried to make some sense of what had happened, and why, I began to write The Awakening. This piece is a compilation of all the lessons I learned and the observations I made about myself, about other people and their relationships, and of the wisdom that my most dear friend, Drane Uljaj, has shared with me over countless cups of tea.
The Awakening
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You realize that it is time to stop hoping and waiting for something or someone to change, or for happiness safety and security to come galloping over the next horizon. You come to terms with the fact that there aren’t always fairytale endings (or beginnings for that matter) and that any guarantee of “happily ever after” must begin with you. Then a sense of serenity is born of acceptance.So you begin making your way through the “reality of today” rather than holding out for the “promise of tomorrow.” You realize that much of who you are and the way you navigate through life is, in great part, a result of all the social conditioning you’ve received over the course of a lifetime. And you begin to sift through all the nonsense you were taught about ..Slowly you begin to open up to new worlds and different points of view. And you begin re-assessing and re-defining who you are and what you really believe in. And you begin to discard the doctrines you have outgrown, or should never have practiced to begin with.You accept the fact that you are not perfect , and that not everyone will love appreciate or approve of who or what you are… and that’s OK… they are entitled to their own views and opinions. And, you come to terms with the fact that you will never be a size 5 or a “perfect 10″…. Or a perfect human being for that matter… and you stop trying to compete with the image inside your head or agonizing over how you compare. And, you take a long look at yourself in the mirror and you make a promise to give yourself the same unconditional love and support you give so freely to others. Then a sense of confidence is born of self-approval.And, you stop maneuvering through life merely as a “consumer” hungry for your next fix, a new dress, another pair of shoes or looks of approval and admiration from family, friends or even strangers who pass by. Then you discover that it is truly in “giving” that we receive, and that the joy and abundance you seek grows out of the giving. And you recognize the importance of “creating” and “contributing” rather than “obtaining” and “accumulating.”And you give thanks for the simple things you’ve been blessed with, things that millions of people upon the earth can only dream about – a full refrigerator, clean running water, a soft warm bed, the freedom of choice and the opportunity to pursue your own dreams.And you begin to love and to care for yourself. You stop engaging in self-destructive behaviors, including participating in dysfunctional relationships. You begin eating a balanced diet, drinking more water and exercising. And because you’ve learned that fatigue drains the spirit and creates doubt and fear, you give yourself permission to rest. And just as food is fuel for the body, laughter is fuel for the spirit and so you make it a point to create time for play.Then you learn about love and relationships – how to love, how much to give in love, when to stop giving, and when to walk away. And you allow only the hands of a lover who truly loves and respects you to glorify you with his touch. You learn that people don’t always say what they mean or mean what they say, intentionally or unintentionally, and that not everyone will always come through… and interestingly enough, it’s not always about you. So, you stop lashing out and pointing fingers or looking to place blame for the things that were done to you or weren’t done for you. And you learn to keep your Ego in check and to acknowledge and redirect the destructive emotions it spawns – anger, jealousy and resentment.You learn how to say “I was wrong” and to forgive people for their own human frailties. You learn to build bridges instead of walls and about the healing power of love as it is expressed through a kind word, a warm smile or a friendly gesture. And, at the same time, you eliminate any relationships that are hurtful or fail to uplift and edify you. You stop working so hard at smoothing things over and setting your needs aside. You learn that feelings of entitlement are perfectly OK and that it is your right to want or expect certain things. And you learn the importance of communicating your needs with confidence and grace. You learn that the only cross to bear is the one you choose to carry and that eventually martyrs are burned at the stake. Then you learn to distinguish between guilt, and responsibility and the importance of setting boundaries and learning to Say NO. You learn that you don’t know all the answers, it’s not your job to save the world and that sometimes you just need to Let Go.Moreover, you learn to look at people as they really are and not as you would want them to be, and you are careful not to project your neediness or insecurities onto a relationship. You learn that you will not be more beautiful, more intelligent, more lovable or important because of the man on your arm or the child that bears your name. You learn that just as people grow and change, so it is with love and relationships, and that that not everyone can always love you the way you would want them to. So you stop appraising your worth by the measure of love you are given. And suddenly you realize that it’s wrong to demand that someone live their life or sacrifice their dreams just to serve your needs, ease your insecurities, or meet “your” standards and expectations. You learn that the only love worth giving and receiving is the love that is given freely without conditions or limitations. And you learn what it means to love. So you stop trying to control people, situations and outcomes. You learn that “alone” does not mean “lonely” and you begin to discover the joy of spending time “with yourself” and “on yourself.” Then you discover the greatest and most fulfilling love you will ever know - Self Love. And so it comes to pass that, through understanding, your heart heals; and now all new things are possible.Moving along, you begin to avoid Toxic people and conversations. And you stop wasting time and energy rehashing your situation with family and friends. You learn that talk doesn’t change things and that unrequited wishes can only serve to keep you trapped in the past. So you stop lamenting over what could or should have been and you make a decision to leave the past behind. Then you begin to invest your time and energy to affect positive change. You take a personal inventory of all your strengths and weaknesses and the areas you need to improve in order to move ahead, you set your goals and map out a plan of action to see things through.You learn that life isn’t always fair and you don’t always get what you think you deserve, and you stop personalizing every loss or disappointment. You learn to accept that sometimes bad things happen to good people and that these things are not an act of God… but merely a random act of fate.And you stop looking for guarantees, because you’ve learned that the only thing you can really count on is the unexpected and that whatever happens, you’ll learn to deal with it. And you learn that the only thing you must truly fear is the great robber baron of all time – FEAR itself. So you learn to step right into and through your fears, because to give into fear is to give away the right to live life on your terms. You learn that much of life truly is a self-fulfilling prophesy and you learn to go after what you want and not to squander your life living under a cloud of indecision or feelings of impending doom.Then, YOU LEARN ABOUT MONEY… the personal power and independence it brings and the options it creates. And you recognize the necessity to create your own personal wealth. Slowly, you begin to take responsibility for yourself by yourself and you make yourself a promise to never betray yourself and to never ever settle for less than your heart’s desire. And a sense of power is born of self-reliance. And you live with honor and integrity because you know that these principles are not the outdated ideals of a by-gone era but the mortar that holds together the foundation upon which you must build your life. And you make it a point to keep smiling, to keep trusting and to stay open to every wonderful opportunity and exciting possibility. Then you hang a wind chime outside your window to remind yourself what beauty there is in Simplicity.Finally, with courage in your heart and with God by your side you take a stand, you TAKE a deep breath and you begin to design the life you want to live as best as you can.A word about the Power of Prayer: In some of my darkest, most painful and frightening hours, I have prayed, not for the answers to my prayers or for material things, but for my “God” to help me find the strength, confidence and courage to persevere; to face each day and to do what I must do.Remember this:- You are an expression of the almighty. The spirit of God resides within you and moves through you. Open your heart, speak to that spirit and it will heal and empower you.
My “God” has never failed me.
Thursday, June 20, 2013
Practice Perseverance
Webster’s Dictionary defines the word “Persevere” in this way:
“To persist in a state, enterprise, or undertaking in spite of counter influences, opposition, or discouragement.”
To “Persist” means: “To take a stand, stand firm; to go on resolutely or stubbornly in spite of opposition.
What is Perseverance?
Perseverance is the will to see things through until the end in spite of fear, obstacles, discouragement, and opposition. With perseverance, we can accomplish great things.
Here’s how to keep the practice of perseverance at the heart of everyday life to achieve the extraordinary.
Ask Yourself:
What are three goals you’d like to accomplish in the next three months?
What action steps do you need to take to reach these goals?
What are some reasons that may stop you from attaining these goals? (i.e. lack of time, money, fear, or self-doubt)
“I do not think there is any other quality so essential to success of any kind as the quality of perseverance. It overcomes almost everything, even nature.”- John D. Rockefeller“Nothing can add more power to your life than concentrating all of your energies on a limited set of targets.”-Nido Qubein
This is so true we need to stay involved constantly in our business, learning always to achieve success .. Persevere and success will come to you .. Keep at it ..
Perseverance is a day-by-day decision not to give up .. Some situations, feelings, and challenges can, over time, cause us to lose heart or lose our way .. Fearlessness, guilt, joy, jealousy—are feelings that support or impede our efforts to persevere .. When we feel lost, overwhelmed, betrayed or exhausted, we need to know we have a choice for how we respond .. And we have to nurture the rewarding times, when we experience the joy of working together on something hard but worthwhile, when we realize we’ve made a small difference …
1. Commit to your Dream. Make a promise to yourself that you will keep the commitment to your goals; your dreams; your purpose, no matter what obstacles are presented to you along the way. Write this commitment down in a few sentences and what it means to you. Let it sink in. When an obstacle presents itself, read what you wrote and recommit to your dream. Vow never to waver so you are assured to stay on the path to success.
2. Keep a Positive Attitude. Stay optimistic and enthusiastic no matter how hard it can be at times. Help yourself to do this by creating a daily list of positive affirmations that counteract with your negative beliefs. For example, if you have a belief such as, “I don’t deserve to have what I want in my life,” replace it with, “I am attracting abundance and all that I want into my life.” Recite these affirmations daily until you have retrained your mind. Your positive attitude will help you through the tough times.
3. Stay focused. Determine what obstacles you are facing right now that are preventing you from pursuing goals and dreams. It could be fear, self-doubt, disappointments, or simply a lack of time or money. Acknowledge all of these hurdles by writing them down on paper. Now move past them by recommitting to your goal and fully understanding that nothing can stop your pursuit because you are being called to your greatness. Be unstoppable!
4. Bounce Back. Be a person who does not get discouraged easily. Be a person who handles rejection graciously by not taking anything personal. Be a person who is like this even if you are not. Rise to the occasion. With any setback, you will be challenged to make a choice of how you will react. The ability to make a choice is a gift. Choose to not beat yourself up, think about what happened, learn from your mistakes and, ultimately, press on for your own success.
And remember to
stay strong, don’t let others steer us away from what’s in our heart!! We will eventually get there, just keep the fire burning within ..
Dare to dream and persevere .. ?? watch this ..
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