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| You wanted old answers, not new questions Posted: 30 Jun 2012 01:00 PM PDT It makes sense... to try to make sense out of what makes sense. But if something is senseless, trying to make sense out of it is... (drumroll, please) senseless. Such is the mystery of life. Such is the mystery of the cosmos. Such is the mystery of ourselves. To be wondered, not made sense of. Jack Haas is a guy who loves wonder, mystery, senselessness. So do I. I've blogged about Haas and his stimulating books here and here. And... here I go again. Recently I got Haas' book, The Dream of Being -- aphorisms, ideograms, and aislings. (An aisling is a vision poem; who knew?) Here's some aislings that struck me as well worth sharing. Enjoy. I've added some paragraph breaks in this one to make the writing stream easier to flow with. the fledgling You were trying to complete a puzzle without having first collected all the pieces. You wanted to make sense of what is senseless. You wanted to finish what you forgot you had not started. You sought to reduce yourself towards an irreducibility, to be conscious of vacant ecstasies. You strove to dissipate and to occur, to hope without needing, and to run without fear. You imagined you were living in two worlds, when actually you were dying in both. You wanted to return to where you never had been. You sought freedom from seeking. You were earnest to be still. You wanted to be. You wanted to not-be. You wanted to detach from detachment, to cling to not-clinging, and to heroically surrender. You were trying to fall down gracefully. You thought you could be full of emptiness. You wanted to unknow the known and to know the unknown. You sought an intelligent, lucid ignorance. You wanted the reconciliation of the inner with the outer to be a comfortable, sane madness. You were trying to tread water, while still standing on the shore. You wanted to die in life, and to live in death. You wanted to attend your own absence. You wanted old answers, not new questions. You wanted nothingness to have context, but then it would be something, would it not? You wanted the spirit to contort into a recognizable form, but then it would not be spirit. You wanted separateness to be uncategorizable. You wanted directions to the hidden treasure, but then it would not be hidden. You wanted only petty, swallowable, meaningless understandings, so you could continue in the world despite your inability to continue in it. And a bird, with both feet held fast to a branch, flaps and flaps, curses and screams, and then forever assumes it can't fly. Great stuff. Haas knows what's been inside my own head. And still is, to an extent I'm unaware of, along with so much else. Here's another sharing... mirrors There are naught but mirrors. And a mirror facing a mirror sees the nothing that everything is; sees itself not seeing itself. A reflection reflecting reflection: 'what isn't' facing 'what isn't'. Reflections are reflections. Just as the individual is not divided, but is only a specific point of reflection to all else. A mirror mirrors that which it is not; it becomes by not being. In order to be it must not be. If it was something it would not be itself. It it was, it would not be. Life is a stand-off between two men who have guns but not bullets, though neither knows of the other's true poverty. Bluff versus bluff is the battle. No one dies, and everyone's a killer. A demon is the debelief in itself; you need only accept that it 'is'... and it ceases to be. A dog unwillingly chases its tail. The tail, however, sees only a great, ferocious beast frantically pursuing it. And even if the tail was informed of the continuum -- that the beast is itself, confused -- still it could not help but be terrified. We need god because we do not need god. That is, because of the terror of the internal mystery, we authorize an enigmatic omnipotence to alleviate our own debilitating occurrence; god is the invention of our denials; we deny the incomprehensible within ourselves, forcing the mystery away, onto another, for 'to be' and to be a mystery to ourselves, that is too much for us; we transfer our unknowing, contriving an unknowable omniscience so as to conclude ourselves known; we invent a grandiose not-known to avoid the discomfort of our own ignorance; we point away from ourselves and comfortably gape, until mystery points back at us, and we realize that, all along, we have been captivated and looking at mirrors. 
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| Calm Focus: 6 Natural Stress Relievers that Won't Zap your Energy Posted: 30 Jun 2012 12:00 PM PDT Article by Isaac Eliaz When it comes to stress relief, most of us need a little help. Whether you practice daily meditation, take brisk walks or engage in a friendly chat, there are many forms of relief that don't require a pharmaceutical drug or a trip to a psychiatrist's office. However, many anxiety-reducing treatments, both conventional and alternative, can make you feel drowsy and even fatigued. The following suggestions are natural therapies that can help keep you focused and energized while encouraging you let go of the stresses that commonly overwhelm you mentally, physically and emotionally. These options can help improve your mood, relieve anxiety and boost immunity while keeping your mind alert and your energy stable throughout the day. AshwagandhaAshwagandha is a plant has been used traditionally throughout the world as an herbal remedy to treat inflammation, fight infection, enhance immunity, improve memory, and promote overall well being. Ashwagandha is one of the most highly regarded and commonly used adaptogens by Ayurvedic healers. Adaptogens are a special class of botanicals that help to balance your system for optimal energy during stressful periods. Ashwaganda helps the body to resist stress and maintain vital mental and physical energy throughout the day, while promoting restful sleep at night. Its ability to reduce anxiety, ease restlessness and stabilize moods is highly valued by many herbalists. Holy Basil (Tulsi)Holy basil is an herb native to India, where it is known as Tulsi, and has been shown to decrease the stress hormone cortisol. Studies have shown that high levels of cortisol cause the mind and body to put rest and repair operations on hold, ultimately contributing to long term wear and tear and a variety of stress-related illnesses. Holy basil also operates as an adaptogen, naturally improving the body's response to physical and emotional stress during periods of high anxiety and physical exhaustion. Taking a holy basil herbal supplement or drinking Tulsi tea can help stabi! lize the brain's serotonin and dopamine levels to calm and relax you without making you feel drowsy. Holy Basil also helps to balance blood sugar and cholesterol as well as providing a rich source of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds. B VitaminsWe all know how important B vitamins are for metabolic and immune health. In addition, research shows that healthy levels of B vitamins, in particular B6, B9 and B12 may also contribute to the reduction of anxiety and depression and help boost energy. Whether you supplement your diet with these essential B vitamins or obtain them through foods such as dairy products, lean meats, fish, poultry, nuts, and eggs, they can have a direct impact on your brain's serotonin, norepinephrine and dopamine levels. Evidence shows that B vitamins help to balance and metabolize neuro-toxic chemicals that are associated with certain psychological conditions such as anxiety and depression. There are a number of B vitamins that effectively benefit your mental health, including vitamin B1 (thiamine), which may improve mood, memory and energy levels. Additionally, studies have shown that vitamin B6 (pyridoxine HCL) - combined with other B-complex vitamins - can reduce levels of the toxic amino acid homocysteine, and has a direct effect on GABA and serotonin neurotransmitters. This combination can reduce feelings of rage, anxiety, despair, and depression. When taking B vitamins, it is essential to also take minerals such as zinc and trace elements.These serve as co-factors that support the health benefits of B vitamins. Green Tea (EGCG)A Japanese study examined the effects of green tea consumption on 1,058 healthy individuals over the age of 70 and concluded that regardless of lifestyle and social factors, elderly men and women who drank four or more cups of green tea daily were 44 percent less likely to have symptoms of depression than those who drank only one cup per day or less. What these researchers and many others examining the effects of green tea have found is th! at L-the anine could be the component responsible for green tea's potential antidepressant effects. L-theanine is a calming amino acid known to reduce mental and physical stress and enhance critical neurotransmitter activity. Green tea is also abundant in a class of phytochemicals called polyphenols, including the potent antioxidant epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), which contributes to an increase in brain alpha wave activity. Alpha waves are associated with a state of being awake but relaxed, so the EGCG together with the L-theanine also found in green tea, promote a state of "alert relaxation." High levels of caffeine can have the opposite result, so remember to choose a decaffeinated green tea in order to avoid over-stimulation and anxiogenic (anxiety promoting) effects. Yoga and Tai ChiNatural herbs and supplements can make a difference in helping to reduce stress but for many, these remedies are only half of the equation. A number of people also rely on physical activity to relieve stress and lower their anxiety. Some of the most well-researched stress relieving exercises include yoga and Tai chi, which are shown to dramatically reduce stress levels and provide real empowerment to those practicing these ancient art forms. Yoga is a physical, mental and spiritual practice for developing strength, awareness and consciousness, while also heightening the senses and intuition. Yoga aims to relax and rejuvenate but is also invigorating, as the constantly moving poses work to release the dormant energy in your body. Similarly, Tai chi is Chinese martial art that is designed to help bring about a state of mental calm and clarity. The strategic breathing involved in both yoga and Tai chi naturally increases energy levels while the postures and meditation keep your mind, body and spirit focused and grounded. The exercises create a platform for spiritual connectedness that allows you to let go of your anxieties and re-focus your energy on positive thoughts and feelings. MeditationAnother well researched me! thod -- and my personal favorite -- for relieving stress and improving energy and focus is meditation practice. A simple 10-minute daily meditation session can offer significant improvements in your mood and energy levels. In fact, published studies show that simple meditation when practiced daily is more effective than anti-depressants in improving mental, physical and emotional well being. More and more peer-reviewed research on meditation confirms that it is a viable method of improving health and emotional well being, helping with anxiety, depression, mental imbalances, and more. While there are countless styles of meditation practice, one of the most profound is the ancient Tibetan practice of Shamatha meditation. Shamatha means "calm abiding" in Sanskrit. This meditation is intended to let the mind's natural state of tranquility and clarity be accessed by focusing the breath on a specific object, and letting all other thoughts arise and slip away as the attention is turned back to the breath. As you become more practiced, the space between thoughts becomes greater and more profound, allowing you to make room for your true inner nature of love, peace and tranquility to arise and expand. The health benefits of this expanded depth of experience are numerous and well documented. Most often they are marked by a greater mental and emotional stability, and a balancing and strengthening of physical energy. The longer meditation is practiced over time, the more profound the benefits and results, so I encourage everyone to try this simple, ancient method which has been proven successful over thousands of years for reducing stress and improving mental, emotional and physical health, without costing anything. Now that's relieving! For more health and wellness tips and information, visit http://www.dreliaz.org. About the AuthorDr. Isaac Eliaz is a respected author, lecturer, researcher, product formulator, and clinical practitioner. He has been a pioneer in the field of integrative medicine since the early 1980s. Dr. Eliaz is a frequent guest lecturer on integrative medical approaches to health, immune enhancement, and cancer prevention and treatment. Use and distribution of this article is subject to our Publisher Guidelines whereby the original author's information and copyright must be included.LipoLite 
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| Posted: 30 Jun 2012 11:00 AM PDT Article by Daveopton Yoga is a way of life. It is predominantly concerned with maintaining a state of equanimity at all costs. Yoga Darshan or Yoga Philosophy also happens to be a valid discipline of Indian metaphysics (Brahma Vidya). The essential idea of yoga is to join the atma or human being soul with the paramatma or the worldwide Soul. This is the intelligence encapsulated in the term samadhi. The aim of the yogi is to be able to perceive the planet in its true luminosity and to accept that fact in its total. The name Yoga has a very broad scope. There are several schools or systems of Yoga. Dnyanayoga (Yoga through knowledge), Bhaktiyoga (Yoga through devotion), Karmayoga (Yoga through action), Rajayoga (Royal or supreme Yoga) and Hathayoga (Yoga by balancing opposite principles of body) Yoga has been looked upon as a successful way of self-improvement and spiritual enlightenment. All these systems in actual fact have this same purpose; only the ways of achieving it are little different for each of them. In its most well-liked form, the term Yoga has come to correlate with the last of these systems which is Hathayoga. Numerous Aurovilians, certainly persons who have purposely come for Auroville's spiritual vision and call, are practicing the 'Integral Yoga' as described by Sri Aurobindo, and naturally refer to it in their communications in daily life. Transformation of our superficial, narrow and fragmentary human way of thinking, seeing, feeling and being into a deep and wide spiritual consciousness and an integrated inner and outer continuation and of our ordinary human source of revenue into the divine approach of living.His yoga accepts the value of cosmic existence and holds it to be a reality; its object is to enter into a superior Truth-Consciousness or Divine Supramental Consciousness in which action and creation are the expression not of lack of knowledge and imperfection, but of the Truth, the Light, the Divine Ananda . Only those who can believe the call to such a make improve! ments sh ould enter into this yoga. The development we have to track is to put our whole mindful being into relative and contact with the Divine and to call Him in to transform our entire being into His, so that in a sense God Himself, the real Person in us, becomes the sâdhaka of the sâdhana as well as the Master of the Yoga by whom the lower individuality is used as the centre of a marvelous transfiguration and the apparatus of its own flawlessness. The complete belief of Integral Yoga is to give oneself entirely to the Divine alone and to nonentity else, and to bring behind into ourselves by union with the Divine Mother all the transcendent light, power, wideness, peace, purity, truth-consciousness and Ananda of the Supramental heavenly. About the Author Read more about Yoga Certification. Know More about yoga teacher classes and also get to know about yoga teacher courses. Use and distribution of this article is subject to our Publisher Guidelines whereby the original author's information and copyright must be included.Ambient Meditation music - Spiritual Experience 
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| The Dukan Food plan VS The Atkins Weight-reduction plan Posted: 30 Jun 2012 10:00 AM PDT Article by Brent Boyd Both Dukan diet and the Atkins diet stick to the same objectives. Above all is always to assist in shedding weight and 2nd would be to decrease the ingestion of carbs from food. Another essential similarity is the number of phases which they share equally. Both of these offer 4 phases respectively. However, to satisfy the same objective, they follow two different routes. Where in fact the Dukan diet stresses the usage of high proteins to reduce carbohydrates, the Atkins diet does not. It stresses on the intake of carbs which it want to first reduce after which end in the dieter's diet.Phase 1:Where phase one in the Dukan diet is called the "attack phase", the Atkins diet refers to it as the "induction phase". Although the objective of the very first phase can be compared (to trim down body weight dramatically), they're going forward with exclusive methods. Dukan emphasizes complete protein food in this first phase, reducing a lot of the carbs and fat. Atkins focuses on reducing the intake of the carbohydrates only, and works on switching your body from burning mostly carbohydrates (in the shape of glucose) to burning mainly fat (as well as your surplus fat) for energy. Whilst there is no intake of carbohydrates in the Dukan diet at all, Atkins diet allows for only 20 grams daily (including vegetables) throughout the first phase.Phase 2:Though objectives remain the same, there exists a difference in the paths in phase 2. The "Cruise phase" of the Dukan diet is approximately how to attain the target weight and for the first-time allows the dieter to consume vegetables. The Atkins diet means that a small increase of 5gm to 10gm (25 to 30 grams each day) in the consumption of carbs does occur in the first week of the phase "Ongoing Weight Loss" (OWL) before the weight stops to diminish so the dieter can easily determine when the maintenance period should start. Then a dieter is preferred to subtract five grams of carbohydrates from their daily consumption in order that they proceed with sustained, mod! erate we ight-loss.Phase 3:The food diets use a different approach at phase 3, which is the "Consolidation phase" for the Dukan diet and "Pre-maintenance" for the Atkins diet. For the Dukan diet, here is the start of the maintenance period of the dieter's "true weight" which was attained in phase 2. Where as only at that phase the Atkins diet performs the preparations required by the Pre- maintenance period. The carbohydrate intake is reduced again to achieve the goal weight.Phase 4:In this last phase, "Stabilization" for Dukan and "Lifetime Maintenance" for Atkins, it's about showing everyone else around you that "Yes! I could stay with it! " During this period both of the weight loss programs will make you climb onto exactly the same platform. You will have to live the remainder you will ever have in phase 4 within your food diets, done well!Eating is part of life and really should be neither regimented nor sacrificed. The Dukan diet promises those on a diet to drop weight by consuming as much as they really want with one hundred accepted foods. The Atkins diet 's been around for 40 years and contains been supported with over sixty studies during this time period. About the AuthorHaving a healthy diet is the greatest solution to lose weight fast and safe, that's why you should take a good look at the food diet solution program.The Diet Solution Use and distribution of this article is subject to our Publisher Guidelines whereby the original author's information and copyright must be included.The Zerona Laser Featured on The Doctors Treat with expert inPasadena, CA 
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| India Pilgrimage Tours: Path Towards Salvation Posted: 30 Jun 2012 09:00 AM PDT Article by Nirmal Travelmasti India is where hundreds of gods and goddesses are worshipped; even each town and village has their own guarding deity. A highly religious populace resides in the country and they all have great faith in existence in God. Pilgrimage tours in India is widely practiced with horde of devout devotees heading for these religious odysseys to seek blessings of almighty and to pay the ultimate penance as a token of love towards him. India pilgrimage tours is a broader term used to mention pilgrimage tours of Buddhist, Hindu, Sikh and many other faiths. As per common philosophy a visit to the significant holy shrines leads one to Moksha or Salvation and lets the soul get rid of the birth-death cycle. Devout devotees thus plan a pilgrimage tour at least once in a lifetime to attain ultimate salvation. Hindu Pilgrimages: When talking about Hindu pilgrimage tours in India the name of Himalayas comes to mind immediately for its mountains since time immemorial has have religious connotations attached to it. Also, known as the ultimate abode of Gods, the tours in this terrain is highly taxing. One such significant and pilgrimage tour which takes place annually in July-August to the abode of Lord Shiva at Amarnath Caves in Jammu and Kashmir. The most renowned and the most pious of all Hindu pilgrimages Char Dham Yatra includes visit to 4 sacred abode of almighty at Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri. Other famous Hindu pilgrimage sites in the country are Vaishno Devi, Haridwar, Varansi, Rishikesh, Vrindavan and more. Buddhist Pilgrimages: India is the place of origin of Buddhism and thus is replete with several holy Buddhist sites. Believers of Buddhism and disciples of Lord Buddha consider all the places related to Lord Buddha's life pious and thus there sites have been announced as pilgrimage sites. There are four main sacred cities of Buddhists in India which includes Lumbini- the place of birth of Gautama Buddha, Bodhgaya- the place where he attained enlightenment, Sarnath-w! here he delivered his first teaching and Kushinagar-where he attained Mahaparinirvana or salvation. Sikh Pilgrimages: Sikh community is highly religious; following religious chores is rather part of their daily life. With such great love for almighty and faith in his presence Sikh devotees head for a spell-binding trek up to the sacred Hemkund Sahib in Uttarakhand, North India. Other famous Sikh pilgrimages in the country are Golden Temple, Takht Sri Damdama Sahib and Anandpur Sahib. India pilgrimage tours are exceptionally well-planned and well taken care of by government bodies and several devotees also come forward to offer their services to help pilgrims in their long and taxing journey. Overall, these pilgrimage tours in India can be best explained as the best way to explore and experience nerve of several religions in the country. About the Author Nirmal Mishra is a traveler who likes to share his experiences. All the articles published by him will help you understand India better and answer all your holiday queries regarding, Pilgrimage Tour, beach hotels, India Tour, Find tourist info on tavel Packages, travel destination, Holiday Packages and much more. Use and distribution of this article is subject to our Publisher Guidelines whereby the original author's information and copyright must be included.
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| SAFETY IN SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT MEDITATIONS Posted: 30 Jun 2012 08:00 AM PDT Article by Keith McGregor In our fast paced world we should try and commandeer as much time as we can to focus on our spiritual and psychic growth. Because of the demands of family, work and our non- stop lives, it is often hard to find the time to attend a psychic school to learn spiritual meditation so we seek out downloadable meditations that we can use whenever we have a few minutes spare. When we sit in a psychic school or spiritual development circle or group we feel protected by the proficiency of the medium who is in control of the circle. So are downloadable meditations for spiritual growth and meditation exercises safe for us to use on our own? What you should be sure of when purchasing any meditations is that they are specifically aimed at your spiritual development and that the source you are purchasing from is legitimate and that they have taken serious consideration into the safety of their meditations. Some of the safety features that should be installed into all the meditations are: Accesses to a website were you can research the process of spiritual development.Professionally recorded meditations so you can be sure that you are getting quality. Opening and closing of chakra to guide you into and out of a proper guided meditative state. Meditations focused on spiritual development for the highest of good. Explanation of each meditation you are purchasing. More then 3 definite processes installed into the meditations to be sure you will come back when the meditation finishes, for instance;A. being counted out of the meditation more than once,B. changes in sound reverberation between the actual meditation and the chakra opening and closing,C. a loud sound or bell to make you aware of yourself, amongst others. Meditations split into levels of experience so you know you are doing the right meditation for yourself.Once you have found and downloaded your meditations, the other safety precaution you must take is not to listen to the meditations to help you go to sleep, They ! are spec ifically for spiritual personal development not a sleep remedy. A good download meditation site will offer you meditation tips, such as finding a quiet place were you can sit with your feet earthed to the ground and you can be certain that you are ready and prepared to enhance your spiritual journey, safely and with guidance. All that is left for you to do is to enjoy your meditations and open yourself to the understanding of the universe. About the AuthorKeith McGregor is a partner of Strawberrysoup, a web design agency with offices in Chichester and Bournemouth. Strawberrysoup specialise in creative web design, content managed websites, search engine optimisation, search engine marketing and graphic design Use and distribution of this article is subject to our Publisher Guidelines whereby the original author's information and copyright must be included.BK Shivani - Personality Development - Happiness 
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| Early Morning Stress Reduction Inspiration - 6/30/2012 Posted: 30 Jun 2012 08:00 AM PDT  "We can live without religion and meditation, but we cannot survive without human affection." ~His Holiness the Dalai Lama       Read More @ Source 
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| Services of a Life Coach New York change minds: Posted: 30 Jun 2012 07:00 AM PDT Article by Allen If we look around we will come across the fact that only 10% of people have enough potential to earn their livelihood the way they want. Rest of the 90% needs to struggle in order to create potential enough to earn the livings and make enough money to live easily. Among these 90% only few of them remain successful in what they try to do. All such people who are unsuccessful need to consult life coach New York. As soon as these people visit the consultant he will ask for the case history. Some of them would say that they are not getting the job. There will be some people saying that they are getting the job of salesman while they are pretty much more educated than this job. These people will have complaint that they are not getting the right job. For example there is a person with an MBA degree but he is not getting the right job. He sees and finds out that people having inferior degrees than him are earning more money and are on better jobs as compared to the ones he gets for him. He will be in the search of the solution to this problem of not getting the right job. The consultant at the Life Coach New York will ask a set of certain questions from the person. He will call the person for almost about a week and meanwhile he will be studying the activities of the person. What the coach will do is that he will place a number of magazines and newspapers in front of the person and will see that how he behaves. For example he will hold a newspaper and then he will leave it. Then he will take the magazine and then he will leave it too and will put his hands on his head. This behavior will depict to the life coach New York that the person is impatient and this reduced level of patience is the reason that he fails to be successful as he cannot wait. Always keep it in mind that if you are a person with good looks, good education as well as great background and you lack patience then you will fail to be successful. Moreover, he may also tell that he was working at a company at a managerial post but he was de! promote d due to his carelessness. The life coach New York will ask him to relax. Moreover there are people who say that they used to have a lucky ring and ever since they lost that ring everything is going wrong with them. Thus the coach will give them a new ring saying that this ring is lucky for him, too and they will get out of their psychological phase and will act better. He may come after sometime and would tell the coach that he got new job because of that ring. In the next meeting the life coach New York will tell him that the ring was ordinary but it was his self confidence that he did well in interview and got the job. For more information visit: Spiral2grow Marriage Family Therapy, 260 Madison Avenue (8 Floor) New York, NY 10016 or call: - 917-692-3867 About the AuthorAllen King is an author for spiral2grow.com, one of the best marriage counselors in New York. He is writing articles on Life Coach New York, from past 2 years. Use and distribution of this article is subject to our Publisher Guidelines whereby the original author's information and copyright must be included.Deep Meditation Music Instrumental 1 - Soothing, Relaxing Video - Brahma Kumaris 
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| 7 Facts Women (And Men) Should Know About the Vagina Posted: 30 Jun 2012 07:00 AM PDT Introduction<p>Despite the displays of female sexuality on the Internet, and scantily clad pop stars and models, the word vagina seems to remain taboo.</p><p>In fact, myths and misinformation seem to surround the vagina. For example, you might read on the web that the hymen — the membrane that partially covers the opening of the vagina and breaks during first intercourse — can grow back if you don’t have sex for a long while. It can't.</p><p>Also, there hasn’t been much resolution concerning female ejaculation. The medical community still can’t determine whether it exists, yet evidence — some of it dating to nearly 2,000 years ago — suggests that the phenomenon is real.</p> <p>To separate fact from fiction and myth from reality, we've rounded seven facts worth knowing about a woman’s nether regions.</p> <strong>The vagina is just one part of a women’s private parts</strong><p>Sometimes, a woman's entire genital region is referred to as the vagina. But in fact, the vagina is just a part of the package, so to speak. The outer portion of a woman’s privates is actually called the vulva. That includes the inner and outer labia, the clitoris, clitoral hood and the opening to the urethra and vagina.</p> <p>The actual vagina is an internal structure, along with the other parts of the female reproductive system including the cervix, uterus, ovaries and Fallopian tubes (which are sometimes called the oviducts).</p> <strong>Kegel exercises don’t only work for orgasms</strong><p>Along with helping women who have problems <a href="http://www.myhealthnewsdaily.com/1868-kegel-pelvic-muscle-exercises-sexual-function.html">reaching an orgasm, Kegel exercises</a> also strengthen the pelvic floor muscles, which can help women who have trouble holding in their urine, stool or gas.</p><p>“You can do these exercises just about anywhere,” said Dr. Courtney Leigh Barnes, a gynecologist at the University of Missouri.</p> <p>To do a kegel exercise, act as though you are going to stop peeing and hold it for a couple of seconds, or you can insert your finger into the vagina and tighten your muscles, Barnes said.</p> <p>"These exercises can also be used to help with pelvic organ prolapse,” Barnes said.</p><p>Pelvic organ prolapse is a condition in which the organs in the pelvis—like the bladder—drops and pushes against the vagina.</p> <strong>Probiotic supplements could help keep the balance</strong><p>Probiotics, also known as the "friendly bacteria," have become a popular treatment against the "bad" bacteria that might cause harm to the body. Some evidence suggests they help digestion and combat diarrhea and gut inflammation.</p><p>A few studies have also hinted that using probiotics could help against vaginal infections, such as yeast infections, but according to Barnes, “there isn’t enough proof to make a specific recommendation.”</p><p>“More research needs to be done to say for sure when, how much, and what type of probiotics are helpful,” she said.</p><p>Barnes said she has had patients who suffered from chronic vaginal infections who have felt better after taking probiotics.</p><p>"If I have a patient with recurrent vaginal infections, I will recommend probiotics in the form of fermented goat’s milk," she said, but its not right for everyone, including people with lactose intolerance.</p> <strong>Discharges women should worry about</strong><p>Although the vagina is considered a self-cleaning organ, and some discharge is normal, that doesn’t mean it’s not vulnerable.</p><p>“Any vaginal discharge that seems excessive, painful, irritating or foul in odor should be evaluated by a doctor,” Barnes said.</p><p>Some women try to diagnose their own vaginal infections at home, and use over-the-counter medications. "Unfortunately, research has shown that patients aren't very accurate when it comes to self-diagnosis," Barnes said. </p><p>She recommends that women get evaluated if there is an abnormal discharge. Although it can sometimes be as simple as a yeast infection, "other times, the infection can be more complicated, or even a <a href="http://www.myhealthnewsdaily.com/1997-std-smell-gonorrhea.html">sexually transmitted infection</a>," she said.</p> <strong>Sex can keep the vagina healthy — especially for postmenopausal women</strong><p>Through the various stages of women's lives — including childbirth and breastfeeding, as well as normal aging and menopause — the body undergoes hormonal changes that could lead to vaginal dryness.</p><p>"Estrogen helps keep the vagina healthy and lubricated," Barnes said. "Once estrogen levels drop, the vagina can become dry, and sometimes even be a <a href="http://www.myhealthnewsdaily.com/1692-vulvodynia-prevalence-chronic-pain.html">source of pain</a>."</p><p>Experts say that having sex can prevent the vagina from becoming thin and tight.</p><p>“Safe vaginal intercourse can help keep the vagina healthy and dilated,” Barnes said.</p><p>To help make intercourse more comfortable, she suggested using lubricants. And for women who experience extreme dryness and discomfort, using hormonal therapies in the form of pills, patches, vaginal rings or creams may be an option. </p><p>"There are some risks to certain types of hormone therapy,” she cautioned, "so it's important for women to discuss them with their doctor before making a decision to use them."</p> <strong>Good and bad bacteria</strong><p>It's normal to have <a href="http://www.myhealthnewsdaily.com/2540-vagina-bacteria-healthy-women.html">bacteria in your vagina</a>. In fact, there are some bacteria known as lactobacilli that keep the acidity of the vagina in the normal range. </p><p>But sometimes the balance between good and bad bacteria can be disrupted. When that happens, women could experience a discharge that smells fishy, or have an itching or burning sensation, Barnes said.</p><p>But there are ways that women can keep their vaginas healthy, and keep the good bacteria present, she noted.</p><p>"I always tell my patients to avoid douching," she said. "Flushing out the vagina with anything that might kill the lactobacilli can result in an overgrowth of other types of problematic bacteria."</p><p>She also recommended using soaps to clean only the hair-covered areas of skin.</p><p>"Water is sufficient for cleaning the non-hair-bearing regions," she said.</p> <strong>The clitoris isn't just a small pink nub</strong><p>The clitoris has 8,000 nerve endings aimed for sexual pleasure — that's double the number in the penis, according to experts.</p><p>The clitoris, which is a small pink organ that lies underneath the clitoral hood, is a powerhouse of pleasure. Although it extends into the vagina for about three inches, and connects with the <a href="http://www.myhealthnewsdaily.com/2125-spot-science-find-60-years-study.html">controversial G-spot area</a>,the clitoris is considered an "external" organ. As researchers noted in a 2011 article in the journal Obstetrics and Gynecology, "the glans and body are visible, while the roots are hidden, therefore they are not "internal.'"</p><p>In other words, the most visible part of the clitoris is only a small part of it — it extends from there like roots of a tree. The length of the whole clitoris has been estimated to be nearly four inches long.</p> <p><em>Follow MyHealthNewsDaily on Twitter @<a href="http://twitter.com/#!/MyHealth_MHND">MyHealth_MHND</a>. Find us on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/MyHealthNewsDaily">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://plus.google.com/103155634052611125253/posts#103155634052611125253/posts">Google+</a>.</em></p>  Read More @ Source 
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| The Way to Get Ready for Your First Yoga Class Posted: 30 Jun 2012 06:00 AM PDT Article by Rudy Steven Those about to attend their first yoga class are curious to be aware what to anticipate. Read further to brief yourself on what continues on in a very typical yoga class and just how you are able to improve experience. Opt for the Appropriate Attire If you go health and fitness club or attempt a workout routine, one of the first items often consider is wearing the ideal attire. Well the same with yoga since a few of the positions, particularly those in the latter stages with the routine, could be very demanding. Your available choice of attire must permit you to move freely and cannot provide any restrictions whatsoever. The two major no-no's on the subject of picking an attire to use on your yoga classes. To begin with, make sure you dress for function instead of fashion. Light and versatile materials are highly recommended since you probably will participate in a large amount of stretching during yoga. Second, choose light materials which aren't too baggy. Shorts are also not suggested to use during yoga. Ensure that you bring a supplementary pair of clothing since yoga classes you can get sweating profusely. Important Equipments/Things In relation to equipments, yoga isn't too demanding. In fact, you just need a yoga mat and you are obviously good to go. Most of the yoga postures are carried out on to the floor along with the yoga mat serves plenty of purpose: . It makes performing your complicated and awkward yoga postures more leisurely.. It provides relief from what the heck is allowed to be an unpleasant experience if you had to perform these poses on a lawn itself. . It creates a sense of space. Since you are possibly to sweat during extreme yoga poses, it is far better bring your personal mat as an alternative to renting in the studio where you are participating yoga classes in. This will be relevant for your own personal hygienic purposes. Must-Do Before starting Yoga Class Yoga follows certain stages and transition, which ! should n ot be intervened at anytime possible. Therefore, you should follow a group of instructions before you start your yoga class. . Bathroom break isn't allowed during yoga classes, and that means you should do it before even starting.. Do not consume less than 120 minutes before your yoga class. A feeling of hunger or fullness could get in the way of proper yoga posture execution. . For identical reasons with eating, waters in the middle of your yoga class just isn't allowed. You'll be able to only do it before or after getting completed the complete yoga session. Length and Frequency For first-time attendees, a yoga class typically begins by giving some little background while in the yogic philosophy for a participant to realize a deeper familiarity with the practice. The effort to achieve a deeper sense of your inner person is problematic undertaking. Hence, one session will not be enough in an effort to flourish in your objective. With each session, it may last between 1 or 1. 5 hours. This is just the common length for each and every session but it really can extend, based on the power of the classes. Each session is converted into three major parts: 1. Relaxation or Warm-up Techniques: Each stage in the yoga practice works in progression, so that the poses or asanas be tricky to perform. Hence, executing proper relaxation or breathing mechanisms are crucial in aiding your body manage these vigorous activities. In truth, usually there are some warm-up exercises that happen to be aimed toward specific muscles in the body which can be resolved while in the succeeding set of poses. This way, the muscles aren't shocked because of the extremity of what it's gonna perform.2. Performance of Yoga Poses: For beginners, you can basically receive a walkthrough on the series of poses. The aim here's that can assist you perform those poses efficiently to avoid injury and gain the advantages it promise to offer the body. 3. Achieving Total Relaxation: When it's possible to to properly ! adapt th e yoga techniques, you will be able to satisfy your objective of total relaxation. The mix of poses and meditation is aimed at creating a sense of harmony inside body and mind. Finding your way through Yoga Exercises When you find yourself going to begin is so popular that subjects our bodies into a total workout, you've got to be capable to condition it properly with the degree of exertion required. Failure to undergo proper heat or relaxation techniques poses you in danger of acquiring injury. The warm up methods yoga is slightly more advanced than other fitness activities. It is advisable to meditate first until the mind and the entire body are generally calm. It is possible just by resting and having an abandoned moment with ourselves. As for preparing your physical body, the Cat Cow pose has become the most liked warm-up poses there exists. Allow me to share the steps to do this pose: . Get upon the hands and knees.. Arch your back like a cow. Because you do this, keep inhaling slowly.. Extend your tailbone in a way that it points upwards.. Whenever you exhale, be certain your belly muscles contract in the process. . Repeat the operation in anticipation of having expanded your range of flexion. Getting Started With Positions In order to allow maximum agility plus a wider selection of movements, yoga is recommended to be performed on bare feet. This may in addition provide more stability while studying the examples below yoga positions: Sun Salutations - This alone comprises about 12 postures overall, which are generally focused towards your spine. Balancing - Once your body is put under time limits, many times, it collapses. Balance is vital for yoga to be able to execute movements effectively effortlessly. Twists - It is among the list of core elements in yoga, which breaks down to both your spine and abdominal organs. Seated Position - It serves you by 50 percent ways: gaining more flexibility and releasing muscle tension. Safeguard Yourself During Classes The yogic philosophy stresses the benefits that certain can result of it, whilst fully promoting safety during its practice. Notice them for the safe yoga practice. . Learn how to take instructions well. It will ensure that you are executing things properly and that you aren't hurting yourself while doing it.. Observe security precautions when it comes to your available choice of attire or equipments to utilize.. Women with menstruation must raise this for their instructor's attention such that yoga alternatives may be recommended. . Assess your personal skill level along with your body's ability. Avoid overexerting yourself and discover how to realize that yoga is really a complex process and you simply cannot be ready to learn (or be skilled) with a single session. About the AuthorGet more details on yoga mats, visit us at http://www.yogabookscafe.com Use and distribution of this article is subject to our Publisher Guidelines whereby the original author's information and copyright must be included.
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| Sleep Deprivation & Stress Both Activate Immune System Posted: 30 Jun 2012 06:00 AM PDT
Missing a night's sleep has the same effect on the immune system as experiencing physical stress, a new study from the Netherlands finds. In the study, men who were kept continuously awake for 29 hours showed an increase in levels of white blood cells called granulocytes. And while levels of these white blood cells usually go through vary throughout a normal day, this rhythm was lost during sleep deprivation, the researchers said. Sleep deprivation is known to be associated with the development of obesity, and with chronic diseases, such as diabetes and breast cancer. Further research is needed to understand how changes in the immune system may influence the development of these diseases, the researchers said. Because the study was small, future research is needed to confirm the results. The researchers compared the white blood cell counts of 15 healthy young men under normal and severely sleep-deprived conditions. During the study, blood samples were collected every three hours for a 48-hour period. The study is published today (June 30) in the journal Sleep. Pass it on: Sleep deprivation and physical stress generate similar responses from the immune system. Follow MyHealthNewsDaily on Twitter @MyHealth_MHND. We're also on Facebook & Google+. Read More @ Source 
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| There are lots of causes to practice yoga to reduce weight Posted: 30 Jun 2012 05:00 AM PDT Article by Giorine Lavmayt There are lots of causes to practice yoga and to reduce weight takes place to be one of the results you are going to discover by doing so. There are a lot of myths and much embarrassment on what yoga really is. The reason behind that is because there are a lot of styles of yoga and many different ideas of how to go about doing it "suitably." Whatsoever the style you are going to see results to a more healthful you if you practice with great intents. Different schools of thought will say that yoga does not cause fat loss since it is not the ultimate goal. However, if that is your entry way in the world of yoga and that will encourage you, your body will thank you later. For one, if you don't have your breath in the yoga practice, you don't have the pose. When that occurs we must come to Offspring's Pose (Balasana) and discover our breath. The type of respiring needed here's called Ujayi. To realize that, one must breathe and out of the nose while constricting the back of the throat making the breath audible. The ensuing sound should be like the ocean, slow and steady. Ujayi inhaling is a decontaminating breath as it creates heat in the body rushing your metabolism up. Just sitting in a cross-legged position practicing that type of inhaling might cause you to work up a sweat. The breath is an indicator of how well you are doing, once you feel you have lost your breath, remember you're not present and are in all probability discouraged. It is fine when that takes place, it is important to realize that and take concern of yourself. Another key factor if you're looking to slim down while practicing yoga is to detox. Certain styles of yoga will be in a heated room. This possibly a turn off to a lot of but once your body becomes accustomed to the concept of the heat, it is very beneficial. The heat assists your body become more agile so you could go deeper in your poses. As you possibly know, when you sweat you are detoxifying your body. Certain poses, like Eagle Pose, contrict the limbs and! then on the release renew the blood taking fresh oxygen in the system. While lying on the back, you could take you knees in your chest giving yourself a huge hug, grabbing opposite elbows for Wind Easing Pose. Giving yourself a colossal squeeze, massages the digestive organs and if you rock side to side you massage your kidneys. It is not only important to focus on your muscles though your organs if you wish your body to function appropriately, for that reason not holding onto additional weight. Noxious accumulate in your gastrointestinal tract is especially dangerous to the skin and energy. Bear in mind that yoga is not just about the physical aspects that will cause pounds shedding. It is really about how you live the life in common as you reinforce the practice. Eating healthy is a huge percentage of the weight issues most people have. Once you begin to practice yoga systematically it is only organic to take concern of your body in other ways too. There isn't one yoga food plan out there that will work for every person. Many yogis are vegetarians however that is not needed. As you are going to discover, if you take care of yourself through your physical yoga practice (Hatha Yoga, Asana) then you are going to uncover that you are going to begin to fuel the body for nourishment and end up being more alert to the tendencies. The ultimate goal of yoga is consciousness and union with the divine. When we practice from our hearts with intents that are pure you'll discover harmony at the weight you were meant to be at. Remember, pounds shedding is a remarkable "consequence" of practicing yoga, it shouldn't be your main focus as really yoga teaches us that where we are this day is where we are meant to be. Each day is a treasured gift and we must understand that our real state is ideal and we need not change whatever thing. When Michelangelo was asked how he carved such an excellent state of David, he simply said that he chipped away all that wasn't considered to be there. In time too, you can chip away t! hose par ts of you that are not presumed to be there. It is all a matter of changing the eyes to which you view yourself and the world. You have always been told that exercise and right food plan is the only way to succeed at weight loss. You have tried cardio, running, and just plain old walking to discover that not either of these exercise programs is what you wish to use. You love the concept of Yoga! Recreation, stretching, toning, etc is precisely what you have in mind for the workout program however will it help you drop weight? There's no set yoga position that will lose you X quantity of pounds, in fact yoga isn't the best workout for fat loss. Yoga proffers so far more than a toned body for individuals that want to benefit to its full extent. Yoga is on the bases of three main structures. These 3 structures incorporate exercise, inhaling, and meditation. Yoga is typically used to better perfect over all well-being and not pounds shedding alone. Yoga is believed to perfect circulation, stimulate the stomach organs, and put pressure on the glandular system of the body. These things combined add up to greater healthiness for the individual! Yoga teaches look after not just the body however also the mind. When you begin yoga you in addition commence meditation. Meditation permits you to put both your body and mind at ease. Meditation is accomplished by learning to control inhaling. Meditation does not require a clear mind. It needs you to be knowledgeable about the body to permit for stress relief. There are six branches of yoga. Every single one branch focuses on advancing an area of the body or mind. To completely finish all that yoga has to offer you have to know which branch you require to use. The six branches are:*Yoga of Poses which deals with physical poses, breathing, and meditation.*Yoga of Devotion which deals with the heart and devotion to your God or "Great One".*Yoga of Self-Control which deals with discipline and self respect.*Yoga of the Mind which deals with the mind ! concentr ating on intelligence.*Yoga of Service believes the past actions impact your present life.*Yoga of Rituals deals with utilizing rituals to experience what's sacred. Yoga can be used to stay fit and can be a great workout. Yoga could even be used to tone muscular tissues which may aid in fat loss. Yoga though has so much more than these few things to offer. Yoga is a remarkable instrument that can be applied to not just keep the body fit however also reach great depths of the mind. Is yoga for you? Yes, yoga is for any person who seeks to greater not just their healthiness and body though also their minds. About the AuthorGo to Simple exercises to help lose weight to hear about Best exercise for losing weight on stomach. Use and distribution of this article is subject to our Publisher Guidelines whereby the original author's information and copyright must be included.
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| Take A Ladakh Tour And Visit All The Famous Ladakh Attractions Posted: 30 Jun 2012 04:00 AM PDT Article by Sara Hasan Ladakh is the land of golden clouds and divine monasteries. It is exceptional in its natural and serene beauty and atmosphere. Ladakh is surrounded by two sides of the majestic and great mountain ranges, the Himalayas and the Karakoram. It is famous for its divine monasteries, gushing rivers and beautiful glaciers. It is located in the mountainous region of Jammu and Kashmir, the northern most state of India. Ladakh is approachable both by air and road. Smaller in area than Scotland, however, this place is the largest and least populated region of Jammu and Kashmir. The people of this region are mixture of Buddhists and Muslims. The majority of the Buddhist population is in the east, close to China border, while majority of Muslim population is in the north and west. Buddhist places are major attractions for tourists to relish. Leh Palace: Leh is an old and historical town and served royal capital city of the old kingdom. It is also famous for a nine storey palace built by king Singe Namgyal in the 17th century. Its architecture reflects ancient Tibetan architectural style and is situated at the base of Leh. Government of Ladakh has declared it as a heritage site. Above the palace at the Namgyal hill is the Victory Tower built in the honor of those who sacrificed their lives for Ladakh's victory over the Balti armies of Kashmir in the early 16th century. Shanti Stupa: The stupa was constructed by Japanese Buddhist organization in 1985 to promote world peace. It is 3 km away from fort road and is located on the hilltop at Changspa. This magnificent white domed structure offers astounding views of sunrise and sunset. It looks dazzling at night time under the beautifully illuminated lights and glittering atmosphere. Skara: Skara is a pretty and beautiful village of Leh where one can admire the earthen battlements of Zorawar Singh's forts, now housing army barracks. If you can stay for few months then you should volunteer and join an NGO, which are mostly centered at Le! h and ma ny foreigners participate as volunteers. Leh offers many meditation courses and centers with main office at Leh. The famous meditation centre is "Choglamsar" in Leh. Festivals of Leh and Ladakh are the major attraction for tourists for which they reserve a place in advance. Lively and colorful atmosphere is the characteristic feature of these festivals. Hemis Gompa is the most celebrated festival of Ladakh. It is celebrated every year in the month of May. Locals as well as foreigners enjoy and participate in the festival. Enthusiastic and vibrant dances are the hallmark of this festival. Ladakh is an ideal place for trekking. It ranks second in the list of best trekking spots in India. This land is blessed with many beautiful trekking spots. Every year trekking festival is organized and many tourists and locals participate in it. One gets a chance to explore the natural beauty and wildlife of Ladakh through trekking. One enjoys Trekking in Ladakh at its best. Ladakh with its snow-laden peaks, gushing rivers, divine monasteries and majestic mountains is one of the desirous and most beautiful places of visit in India. The mesmerizing natural beauty of Ladakh is enticing for travelers and visitors and they crave to visit the place again and again. About the AuthorSara has deep interest in writing informative articles on Travel and Tourism in India. Also given her words to a portal for India Tours where one can find info on India Tour Packages, Ladakh Tours and other destinations of India. Explore- india-tours.net Use and distribution of this article is subject to our Publisher Guidelines whereby the original author's information and copyright must be included.
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| Revealed 5 Fat Reduction Motivation Tips Important In Attaining Weight Loss Success! Posted: 30 Jun 2012 03:00 AM PDT Article by Vitosh Selko Most of us have the top goals for weight loss, nonetheless they never previous greater than a week ahead of these are back to his or her previous eating habits which acquired these individuals extra fat to begin with. How can this be? Perform a lot of people simply just don't have the self-control required for fat loss? Are us and so dependent upon tasting sugar and also sea salt that people can't think of top satisfied day-to-day lives with out including tasty unhealthy food? What is anxiety this issue is mentally. The actual central of most types of spiritual techniques is the search for an internal speech that will urges us all. Many people never slow down enough to be able to hear it. Having a bust in daytime like a different activity or perhaps effective rethinking of issues as you work out cannot merely help keep you influenced, however it could also reduce your all round stress quantities plus the wish to have allergic foods. Here is a simple A few step method to follow along with that can help activate the sort of creativity necessary for weight reduction good results: Weight-loss Creativity Tips #1: Learn The Ambitions! How often have you ever heard this specific? The quantity of far more occasions do you need to hear this prior to the item sinks within? Unless you have a reason to lose weight naturally, you never may. It should be to have yourself balanced, nevertheless generally there are other reasons. A top college reunion? A marriage? Looking great in the bathing suit? Regardless of the factors are generally, you will need to identify these people as stimulating factors to succeed in weight damage targets. 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Fat reduction Enthusiasm Tips #3: Make time to Help remind Because of this , you need to compose ones objectives on a sheet of foolscap. You need to have your current ambitions along continually, and you may not really set a computer to your wallet! Effectively, in case you count number text messages on your telephone, I guess it is also possible...nevertheless, you should shuffle by means of many information to obtain these people and they'll go missing. It truly is a lot more effective to talk to your personal handwriting prior to you as compared to personal computer text. You may experience far more liable for how you behave as well as in the task you'll rejuvenate your motivation to keep to normal together with your weight loss program. Weight reduction Creativity Suggestions #4: Copy Success With the knowledge that other people possess prevailed will help you create in your mind your own success. 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| DEVELOPING WISDOM: WHAT IS THE PROCESS? Posted: 30 Jun 2012 02:00 AM PDT Article by Mary K DeLurgio There are many religions and many teachers and many spiritual disciplines to inspire, guide and inform our spiritual journey - all are vehicles able to carry a process of developing the awareness that leads to Wisdom. "Awareness of what?" we might ask. Although we have a longing to understand the meaning of human experience, we may not be able to name this longing. Usually when this need has not formed in our consciousness, we will find ourselves confused and feeling misdirected, trying to fill a void, looking for an un-named something. At other times we seek out life lessons found in books, religions, teachers, literature, art. Sometimes we choose a specific belief system within a religion to guide us. Sometimes we rely upon a philosophy. Sometimes, in surprising and unexpected ways, our insights lead us into deep personal experiences and we draw upon their meaning for guidance. But whatever the path chosen for our journey toward Wisdom, we must create a place within ourselves for Wisdom to emerge. To seek the inner truth of human experience we must accept our life and ourselves such as they are. We must be willing take responsibility for what we believe, how we think about and relate to others, how we act upon our feelings and what the consequences of our reality are. Without this attitude of open self-examination, we find ourselves serving the needs of our self-protecting ego instead of feeding our spiritual hunger. Honest self-acceptance and personal inquiry open up the space for inner Wisdom to develop and nourish the process of spiritual formation. Having made a commitment to self-disclosure and humility and by examining our pride and admitting our imperfect choices, we have invited discernment and are prepared for our journey. The wisdom of spiritual awareness will develop over time as meaning builds upon previous meaning, deepening insight builds upon previous insight. Now we will find ourselves on a life-long path that seeks truth and meaning. This path may b! e follow ed within a spiritual practice such as prayer or meditation or worship, or the expansion of meaning may be carried within a promise to live in the present moment as we take our guidance from that moment. All intentions may be at work. But in order for spiritual consciousness to evolve, for Wisdom to deepen, we must make every effort to clear away personal attitudes that obstruct its process. About the AuthorMary K DeLurgio, MFT Trusting the emerging process of inner wisdom and its schedule for insight and inspiration was a 25 year project completed now as Our Journey to the Sky - A Guide to the process of Spiritual Formation. During this extended period, Mary K DeLurgio led hundreds of personal journal keeping, self exploration workshops and classes. Observing the life process of these participants as well as her own has led to deep insight into the process of spiritual evolution. Use and distribution of this article is subject to our Publisher Guidelines whereby the original author's information and copyright must be included.Instant Manifestation: How to Get Things Fast 
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| Posted: 30 Jun 2012 01:00 AM PDT Article by Jon Hansen One of the first things I ask my clients to do is to create a habit of regular meditation. If they're already practicing, I ask them to extend the duration of their meditation, or to let go of techniques they may be using and try something that feels more natural. Very few clients ask me why I make this request. Sometimes I explain anyway, but I suspect that most people instinctively know that meditation is good for them. Just as the body craves water when it's thirsty, so the spirit craves silence and stillness. Nonetheless, it's powerful to know why you're meditating. And although there are many benefits that have been described in many places - the popular press, medical journals, websites, books - and although those benefits are certainly pleasant and useful side effects that I'm happy my clients will enjoy, that's not why I recommend it. The way you experience the world affects how you feel about yourself and your life. Are you an optimist, or a pessimist? The relative fullness of your life's glass has gone beyond being a cute way of asking that question to become an annoying cliche. No one really wants to say they're a half-empty person. Instead, you're more likely to call yourself a realist, no matter which camp you're in. When it comes down to it, though, no matter how you view your place in the world, as long as you're swept from moment to moment on the currents of your thoughts and feelings, you're stuck. You're stuck, because who you believe you are is entwined with what you think and how you feel. You're at the mercy of the current, and if it suddenly dives into whitewater, you're going with it whether you want to or not. Instead, you can learn to stand on the shore and observe your thoughts and feelings, observe how your body reacts to those thoughts and feelings. From that vantage point, you can see the beauty of the whitewater without getting drowned in it. You can enjoy the slower, more peaceful currents without worrying about where they'! re going - or not going. You can watch the crashing waterfall without getting wrapped up in the drama. Meditation, sitting in silence and stillness, is the opportunity for your consciousness to learn to observe your thoughts and feelings from the shore instead of swimming in the rapids. As you gain confidence in meditation, as you cultivate your observer, you will find it becoming part of your life, allowing you to be increasingly more objective about your experience. You'll stop getting caught up in the drama. From the shore, from the place of quiet objective observation, you'll see things about yourself and about the situations of your life that will surprise, intrigue, and delight you. From this place of quiet, you'll find intelligence, wisdom, and possibly even awakening. It starts with meditation. It's a powerfully effective way to find the silence, to develop the observing consciousness. And that's why I practice meditation, and have for 35 years, and why I ask my clients to practice. Here are a few guidelines for you. If you're already meditating, keep it up! and if these ideas are a little different from your current approach, I invite you to give them a try. Let Go of TechniqueThere are a lot of techniques being taught by a lot of people. (I cringe at the ads I see in magazines and online to "Learn Instant Deep Meditation!" There are no end runs in meditation or in life.) Techniques are like training wheels on a bicycle. They can be useful in the beginning, but in the end if you never let go, you're limited in where you can ride. If you're using techniques (for example, following the breath, focusing on a particular area of your body, or chanting a mantra), try letting go of the technique after the first few moments of your meditation. Just let go and see what happens. Meditation is not about doing it "well" or entering some higher, so-called altered state; it's about being with your experience in the moment. Resistance is FutileInstead of expect! ing a sp ecific experience or result, simply recognize that wherever your experience goes, it's ok. If your mind wanders, that's ok. If you fall asleep, obviously your body needed rest more than your spirit needed stillness. If your nose itches, scratch it. Be curious; don't resist; just listen. Whatever happens, notice it and leave it alone. Don't get involved, don't judge, don't push away. Allow everything to be exactly as it is, without fighting it or thinking it's "wrong" or "should" be different. This is the awakening of your observer. Allow your consciousness to notice what's happening without becoming involved in it. (And if it does get involved - guess what? It's ok!) Meditate LongerWhatever your current meditation time is, see what it would be like if you meditated longer. Unless you're already meditating for an hour or more, the potential for expanding your ongoing sense of spaciousness and presence will exponentially increase with longer meditations. I know it's hard to find time to "sit and do nothing," and I wouldn't suggest it if I didn't know how profoundly it can change your life. So try to find more time, even if it's just another five minutes. Take extra time when you can; nothing says your meditation has to be consistent from day to day. Meditation is a vacation for your heart, spirit, Self. Enjoy it! "You can observe a lot just by watching." Yogi Berra, American major league baseball player and coach, 1925 - About the Author(c)Jon HansenAbout the AuthorI'm Jon Hansen, and I help bright, creative women break free of others' expectations and reclaim their wholeness and power. Stop by The Remembering Room and check out my guided meditation and my newsletter. 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| Posted: 30 Jun 2012 12:00 AM PDT Article by Afyakhan Gangtok is the capital of the second smallest state in India, Sikkim, situated in the north eastern part of India. Gangtok is better known for its plunging forested mountain valleys that are interspersed with rice terraces and dotted with a red hue of rhododendrons. Primarily a Buddhist settlement, Gangtok has Tibetan Gompas with colourful prayer flags fluttering to greet you. Dominating the horizon is the mighty Kanchenjunga, the world's third highest mountain, towering at a height of 8598 m and the guardian spirit of a lot of ethnic Sikkimese people.The population in Gangtok comprises of Lepchas, Bhutias, and Nyingmapa among others. The rulers of Sikkim had their capitals at Pelling and Tumlong, before finally settling in Gangtok.Gangtok means 'hill top', and true to its name, Gangtok is situated on a mountain ridge nestled among the Shivalik Hills of the Himalayan range, at an altitude of 1870 m. Gangtok remained unknown to the rest of the world but was opened to the world after the construction of the Enchey Monastery, a Buddhist pilgrimage centre, in 1840. Being on the trade route between Lhasa in Tibet and India, Gangtok became a major stopover during the British Raj. When India got independence, Sikkim chose to remain as an independent monarchy. In 1975, Sikkim was made part of India. During the Indo-China war, the Nathu La Pass, one of the three open trading posts with China, was closed, temporarily terminating the trade relations with China. In 2006, Nathu La Pass was reopened.The Namgyal Institute of Tibetology was constructed in 1958, in traditional Tibetan architecture, to promote and learn about Mahayana Buddhism and the language and tradition of Tibet. The complex houses a rare collection of Tibetan, Sanskrit and Lepcha manuscripts, Buddhist statues, masks, Thangkas and rare artefacts. Other than the Enchey Monastery, Rumtek Monastery and Do-drul Chorten also attract a lot of Buddhist pilgrims and tourists to view the huge prayer wheels and white pagodas.The T! hakurbar i Temple is one of the oldest Hindu Temples in Gangtok. Ganesh Tok and Hanuman Tok are two temples that are also known for the views. Tashi view point is the best view point of Kanchenjunga. Tsomgo Lake, 40 km way from Gangtok is located at an altitude of 3780 m and is supposed to be sacred. At the lake side you can enjoy a Yak ride.Four days a week, Indian tourists are permitted to the Nathu La Pass which lies at the border with China and even observe the mail exchange between the two countries.The nearest railhead is New Jalpaiguri, 124 km away from Gangtok. The closest airport is Bagdogra airport and Gangtok is linked to Bagdogra airport by a daily helicopter service. About the AuthorGet more information on Gangtok Tour and Gangtok Hotels. Use and distribution of this article is subject to our Publisher Guidelines whereby the original author's information and copyright must be included.
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| Car hire in New Zealand lets you rest and relax in the country’s best Spa destinations Posted: 29 Jun 2012 11:00 PM PDT Article by CarRental Expert New Zealand, a country known for its breathtaking scenery, culture, adventure sports and wine is also a fantastic destination for those looking for an unsurpassed spa and relaxation holiday. Ranging from tranquil waterfalls to hot thermal springs, New Zealand will refresh your body and mind. With two distinct driving routes giving you access to some of the best spa locations in the country, car rental in New Zealand is the perfect way to explore! Rotorua & the Thermal Explorer Highway Situated on the North Island, the thermal explorer highway takes you through some of New Zealand's best spa locations including Auckland, Taupo, Napier and Rotorua. This route is well known for its geological wonders, and makes a stunning location for a spa holiday. With a great range of rental cars in New Zealand, we can assist you in getting to this region whether you are travelling with your partner or a group of friends. With vehicle stations located at Auckland, Napier and Rotorua, Europcar makes getting to the places you want on The Thermal Explorer Highway a piece of cake. The highlight of this route is Rotorua, where you can experience thermal mud treatments and therapies in some of the country's most stunning spa complexes. Rotorua is also home to natural geothermal pools that are known mainly by locals and are hidden deep within mountains and lakes. Also located just outside Rotorua is Kakahi Falls at Hells Gate, the Southern Hemispheres largest hot waterfall, a location that Maori warriors traditionally bathed in to heal their battle wounds. Discover NZ's Maori Culture with car hire in New Zealand Soaking in the regions geothermal pools is not the only way to experience traditional Maori wellbeing, with the Maori also being practiced in the art of massage for hundreds of years. Two types of Maori massage, romiromi, an intense acupressure deep tissue massage or mirimiri, a gentler soft tissue massage will leave you rested and relaxed. Relax and indulg! e on the Alpine Pacific Triangle driving Route Located on the South Island north of Christchurch lies the Alpine pacific triangle driving route which encompasses 3 towns, Waipara - known for its wine and food, Kaikoura - known for its wildlife encounters and Hanmer Springs - famed as one of the best spa towns in New Zealand. With two handy locations in nearby Christchurch, be sure to use our great range of rental cars in New Zealand to get you there. Hamner Springs is a highlight of this region with its award winning thermal pools. Set against a breathtaking landscape featuring forests and mountains, Hanmer Springs includes 9 open air thermal pools, 3 sulphur pools, and 4 private thermal pools for those who are after a bit of privacy. With these natural pools ranging from 33-42 degrees Celsius you can push away those aches and pains and unwind. So if you are looking to unwind and relax in some of New Zealand's finest regions and you enjoy the freedom that car rental in New Zealand can offer you, visit our website today for a great deal on a range of vehicles that will suit your travelling needs. http://car-rental.europcar.co.nz/new-zealand-car-hirehttp://car-rental.europcar.co.nz/north-island-car-hirehttp://car-rental.europcar.co.nz/south-island-car-hire About the AuthorExpert in writing informative and quality articles on topic such as car hire in New Zealand, rental cars in New Zealand and many more. Use and distribution of this article is subject to our Publisher Guidelines whereby the original author's information and copyright must be included.
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| Kalimpong - A Peaceful Hill Station Posted: 29 Jun 2012 09:00 PM PDT Article by Flin Martyn Kalimpong is a hill station situated in the district of Darjeeling, West Bengal. Situated at about 1250 m above sea level on the lesser Himalayas, Kalimpong has the Indian Army's 27 mountain division on the outskirts of the town. Located on a ridge overlooking the Teesta River, Kalimpong is a favorite tourist destination because of its pleasant climate and proximity to many other popular tourist destinations. Known for its famous educational institutions, which were established during the British colonial years, and horticulture, Kalimpong is also famous for the Buddhist religious sites. The name Kalimpong originated from the name Kalenpung, which means Hillock of Assemblage in the Lepche language. This name gradually changed to Kaleebung and then to Kalimpong. After the independence of India, Kalimpong became part of the state of West Bengal. When China annexed Tibet in 1959, many Buddhist monks fled from Tibet and established monasteries in Kalimpong. These monks also brought many rare Buddhist scriptures with them. In 1976, the Dalai Lama who visited the Zong Dong Palri Fo Brang monastery, consecrated the scriptures in it. Kalimpong has thus got great religious importance among the Buddhists. Unlike Darjeeling, which is a crowded tourist destination, Kalimpong is a peaceful one and is loved by many tourists because of this.Kalimpong is the major ginger growing area in India. Kalimpong also exports traditional handicrafts, wood carvings, embroidered items, copper wares, bags, purses, scrolls, Tibetan jewellery and artifacts. Tourism is the main source of income for the residents of Kalimpong. The main tourist spots of Kalimpong are Deolo hill, which is the highest point in Kalimpong from where the Kanchenjunga massif is visible. The Gowripur House, which was the home of the great Indian poet Rabindranath Tagore, the Zong Dong Palri Fo Brang monastery, the Mangal Dham temple, The Cactus Nursery and the golf course are the other main tourist spots of Kalimpong. More than t! he touri st sites, one enjoys roaming around the town in a bike, enjoying the beautiful scenes and trekking to the mountains in Kalimpong. Handicrafts and lollipops of Kalimpong are quite famous. Summer season in Kalimpong in the month of August is mild. The monsoon season which is from June to September, is severe, sometimes accompanied by natural calamities like landslides. The winter season is from December to February. Summer and spring season are the most popular tourist seasons. Kalimpong is well connected via NH31A. Besides hired four wheeler vehicle services, there are regular bus services to Kalimpong. Bagdogra airport, which is at about 80 km from Kalimpong is the nearest airport and the New Jalpaiguri Railway station, which is in the outskirts of Siliguri is the nearest railway station. About the AuthorFor more information Kalimpong tour and popular Kalimpong hotels visit HolidayIQ Use and distribution of this article is subject to our Publisher Guidelines whereby the original author's information and copyright must be included.Dalai Lama, On life and enlightenment.-part1 
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| Kalimpong - A Relaxing Hill Station Posted: 29 Jun 2012 08:00 PM PDT Article by Flin Martyn Kalimpong is a hill place in the section of Darjeeling, Western Bengal. Situated at about 1250 m above sea stage on the smaller Himalayas, Kalimpong has the Native indian Army's 27 mountain category on the borders of the city. On a variety looking over the Teesta Stream, Kalimpong is a preferred vacationer getaway because of its satisfying environment and vicinity to many other well-known holiday locations. Known for its well-known universities, which were founded during the English northeastern years, and farming, Kalimpong is also well-known for the Buddhist spiritual websites.The name Kalimpong comes from the name Kalenpung, which indicates Hillock of System in the Lepche terminology. This name progressively modified to Kaleebung and then to Kalimpong. After the flexibility of Native indian, Kalimpong became aspect of the condition of Western Bengal. When Chinese suppliers annexed Tibet in 1959, many Buddhist priests left from Tibet and founded monasteries in Kalimpong. These priests also introduced many unusual Buddhist scriptures with them. In 1976, the Dalai Lama who frequented the Zong Dong Palri Fo Brang monastery, consecrated the scriptures in it. Kalimpong has thus got excellent spiritual significance among the Buddhists. Unlike Darjeeling, which is a swarmed vacationer getaway, Kalimpong is a peaceful one and is liked by many vacationers because of this.Kalimpong is the significant cinnamon increasing place in Native indian. Kalimpong also exports conventional crafts, wooden designs, padded products, birdwatcher merchandise, luggage, accessories, scrolls, Tibetan jewelry and relics. Tourism is the primary earnings for the citizens of Kalimpong. The primary vacationer locations of Kalimpong are Deolo hill, which is the best factor in Kalimpong from where the Kanchenjunga massif is noticeable. The Gowripur Home, which was the home of the excellent Native indian poet Rabindranath Tagore, the Zong Dong Palri Fo Brang monastery, the Mangal Dham forehead, The Exotic Baby's room a! nd the t ennis course are the other primary vacationer locations of Kalimpong. More than the vacationer websites, one loves exploring the city in a motorcycle, experiencing the wonderful scenarios and going to the hills in Kalimpong. Handicrafts and lollipops of Kalimpong are quite well-known. Summer period in Kalimpong in the 30 days of Aug is gentle. The monsoon period which is from May to Sept, is serious, sometimes associated with normal mishaps like landslides. Winter season weather is from Dec to Feb. Summer season and springtime period are the most well-known vacationer conditions. Kalimpong is well linked via NH31A. Besides employed four wheeler automobile solutions, there are frequent bus solutions to Kalimpong. Bagdogra flight terminal, which is at about 80 km from Kalimpong is the closest flight terminal and the New Jalpaiguri Train place, which is in the borders of Siliguri is the closest railway place. About the AuthorFor more information tour to Kalimpong and popular hotels in Kalimpong visit HolidayIQ Use and distribution of this article is subject to our Publisher Guidelines whereby the original author's information and copyright must be included.
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| 9 Snack Foods: Healthy or Not? Posted: 29 Jun 2012 08:00 PM PDT 9 Snack Foods: Healthy or Not?Healthy eating is often a challenge, particularly when we're surrounded by so many foods that seem to disguise themselves as good for us. We know some fats are necessary, whole grains are good, and getting adequate amounts of fruits and veggies is paramount, but sometimes the grocery store can still feel like a nutritional maze. <br><br> The problem with assessing the health-value of many foods is that consumers are "led by the advertisement on the front of the package, and that becomes a selling point," said Constance Brown, a registered dietitian and spokesperson for the National Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. <br><br> The best thing to do is to pick up a package and turn it around. For example, healthy snacks should be no more than 200 calories, and should have plenty of fiber, little sugar and almost no fat, Brown said. Reading the list of ingredients, along with the nutrition label, is a good way to understand what you're really eating, she said. <br><br> "Snacks absolutely can be included in a healthy meal plan, it just requires a little bit of thought and planning," Brown said. <br><br> Here are some commonly advertised "healthy" snack choices, and where they fall on the health-o-meter. American cheeseWith its high protein and calcium content, cheese is often assumed to be a healthy part of diet, in moderation. But according to Brown, American cheese is "processed — it's not cheese." <br><br> Not only can it have a lot of fat, American cheese also contains sugar and carbohydrates — which most cheeses do not have. Low-fat cheddar cheese not only has less <a href="http://www.myhealthnewsdaily.com/2715-saturated-fats-diet-gut-diseases.html">saturated fat </a> than American cheese, it has twice the protein of the processed product. <br><br> For a healthier snack, opt for low-fat cheddar or other unprocessed cheese, and remember that a healthy diet should be based around whole foods, not processed foods. Yogurt parfaitsExactly how healthy a yogurt parfait is really depends on what's in it. A parfait made of fat-free yogurt and fresh fruit is a great snack that can easily be prepared at home. <br><br> But prepackaged parfaits often have added <a href="http://www.myhealthnewsdaily.com/2323-sugar-bad.html">sugar </a>, fat and calories in the form of fruit compotes or added granola, not to mention that the yogurt i often the full-fat type. In some parfaits, Brown said, it's not even real yogurt. <br><br> Purchasing a "vanilla Greek yogurt and adding your own fruit on top is going to be a much better snack," she said. Sweets enriched with nutrientsThere are sweets that are marketed as healthier because they include important vitamins and minerals, for example, the aptly named "Who Nu Cookies." But such claims of healthiness are nothing more an advertising gimmick, Brown said. <br><br> "People don't eat cookies for these nutritional benefits," she said. Indulging in a cookie "should be reserved for that occasional sweet treat, not as a means for getting essential vitamins and minerals." <br><br> In fact, it's often better to not even indulge in these kinds of a cookie and snacks, because they send such a mixed message about their health value that people use it justify a bad snacking habit. <br><br> Instead, Brown said, by indulging in a couple of your favorite treats every once in a while, you can leave your sweet tooth feeling satiated and under control. Whole grain corn chipsThe most important thing to do with a bag of corn chips advertised as "whole grain" is to make sure the first ingredient listed in the ingredient list on the back is also whole grain, Brown said. <br><br> While you're back there, check to make sure the chips also have a bit of <a href="http://www.myhealthnewsdaily.com/950-fiber-decrease-risk-of-death-110214.html">fiber </a>, and make sure the sodium level, which can range from 5 milligrams (mg) per serving to 150 mg per serving, is at the lower end of that range. <br><br> If the chips meet all these criteria, they could actually be a somewhat healthy snack — or at least, a healthy alternative to a standard potato chip, Brown said. Fruit leather"There is no redeeming quality to fruit leather," Brown said. Even if it the product is labeled as organic and <a href="http://www.myhealthnewsdaily.com/2038-vitamin-colds.html">full of vitamin C</a>, the added sugar and lack of fiber makes it a tough sell to a nutritionist. <br><br> Instead of processed fruit leather, a piece of fresh fruit, with natural vitamins and plenty of fiber, will yield "much more satisfaction," Brown said. For people attracted to the convenience factor of the leather, try prunes or small boxes of raisins, Brown suggested. They're both sweet options that are much more healthful than processed products, and still carry the fun factor associated with one-serving items. Beef jerkyHigh protein content is generally a good thing in a snack choice, but there are many better options besides beef jerky, which is highly processed and loaded with <a href="http://www.myhealthnewsdaily.com/2209-americans-eat-salt-cdc-finds.html">sodium</a> and sugar, Brown said. <br><br> Instead of going for the jerky, try a high-protein snack such as tuna, which now comes in portable pouches, or a handful of mixed nuts or almonds. Even string cheese is a better option than beef jerky, and tends to be just as convenient, Brown said, but watch out for the fat content of such cheeses. Cheese-flavored crackersWhile these tasty snacks are perhaps lower in fat than potato chips, they still contain unhealthy amounts of sodium and fat. Additionally, they tend not to be whole grain, instead using enriched flour, which doesn't carry the same benefits, Brown said. <br><br> It's important to not limit your snacks to only foods labeled as snack foods, Brown said. In fact, it's better to think about snacks as the "healthy foods that you decide to eat between meals." <br><br> <a href="http://www.myhealthnewsdaily.com/2567-grains-carbohydrates-sugar-diet-fiber.html">Whole grain</a> crackers are a much better choice than cheese-flavored crackers, she said. Even topping a whole grain cracker with a slice of low-fat cheese is a better option than indulging in this snack food. Vitamin-C enriched fruit snacksThese little morsels can seem like a good way to get kids to consume their <a href="http://www.myhealthnewsdaily.com/2624-eat-vitaminc-diet-nutrition.html">daily dose of vitamin C</a>, and they often tout fruit juice as an ingredient, but this is just a selling point, according to Brown. <br><br> The second ingredient in the ingredient list is almost invariably sugar or corn syrup, making them nothing more than a sweet with a little bit of vitamin C. <br><br> "If you want to get vitamin C, get it from an orange," Brown said. Popsicles made from "real fruit" or "real fruit juice"Even popsicles that are made with actual fruit juice probably contain added sugars, Brown said. Additionally, if they're made from fruit juices, rather than fruit, they likely have very little <a href="http://www.myhealthnewsdaily.com/1438-belly-fat-visceral-fat-soluble-fiber.html">fiber </a>. <br><br> In looking for a better frozen treat, it's possible to find ones that contain some whole fruit, and as a result, likely also contain a little bit of fiber, Brown said. <br><br> But the best option is pureeing your own frozen or fresh fruit and then freezing it, which will give your snack a bit more fiber while keeping out added sugars. <br><br> Follow MyHealthNewsDaily on Twitter <a href="http://twitter.com/#!/MyHealth_MHND">@MyHealth_MHND</a> . 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| Zen Driving Meditation Technique Posted: 29 Jun 2012 07:00 PM PDT Article by Anmol Mehta Is the rat race eating into your spiritual evolution? Are you finding less time to do your meditation, yoga and other spiritual practices? Never fear Zen driving meditation is here. Unfortunately for many of us, work, family, education and more work seems to be consuming our lives. The worst part of this hectic life-style is that the one aspect which should not suffer, does. Our spiritual growth. In this article I will present you with a terrific meditation technique that you can do while driving or while in transit. This should, hopefully, help you in getting your spiritual work back on track and enjoying the marvelous benefits that such work bestows. In America we drive a lot, and even those who don't drive a lot, often take trains and buses as part of their daily life. This "idle" time presents us with a great opportunity to get in some meditation work and there are many meditations that can conveniently be done during this time. An obvious warning of course is that please DO NOT practice this meditation if it distracts you in any way from your driving. Zen meditation techniques all have their roots in mindfulness or being in the moment. This meditation technique is no different and is also designed to help you come into the "here and now" as much as possible. Below is a step by step guide of how to practice this meditation. It is given assuming you are driving, but can easily be extrapolated to other modes of transportation. Meditation Tip: Driving Zen Meditation Technique - Start the meditation by taking 5 long deep slow breaths. This will relax you. - Now, bring your attention to your breathing and just observe its flow without manipulating it in any way. Meditate on it's physical characteristic as closely as you can. Feeling it's temperature, texture, depth etc. Continue this meditation for 1-5 minutes. This will settle your mind down. - Now begins the heart of this meditation. Begin to watch the scenery go by as you drive with an unfocused, h! olistic gaze. In other words, let your vision relax, incorporate the periphery and without any point of focus just observe the world as you journey through it. Just observe the trees, sky, clouds, houses, cars as they pass by. Just be empty within and allow the world to pass through you. That's it. - To add another component to this meditation technique, whenever you come to a stop return your attention to your breath and then when moving, meditate once more on the scenery. - If at any time driving requires your focused attention please stop the meditation and pay attention to your driving. Commentary on Driving Zen Meditation Technique This meditation technique has the ability to reveal to you the True Nature of Reality. Etched in my mind are occasions where the absolute perfection of life and the moment, were fully realized while practicing this technique. This meditation was one that just came to me naturally and I am happy to share it with all of you. About the AuthorAnmol Mehta is a Yoga & Meditation expert. For Free Online Yoga & Meditation Classes visit, Free Online Guided Meditation Techniques or Chakra Kundalini Yoga Blog. Use and distribution of this article is subject to our Publisher Guidelines whereby the original author's information and copyright must be included.
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| 1 in 4 Couples Share HPV Strains Posted: 29 Jun 2012 07:00 PM PDT
The human papillomavirus (HPV) spreads surprisingly quickly between two people in a new relationship, a new study finds. In fact, couples in the study were actually more likely to be infected with the same strain or strains of HPV if they had been together less than one year, as opposed to a longer period, the researchers said. "HPV is very infectious," said study researcher Alan Nyitray, of the H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute at the University of South Florida. "When a couple comes together...they're going to share their HPV microbiota very, very quickly." But people clear the virus at different rates, and so couples who have been together longer are less likely to "match" in terms of their HPV status, Nyitray said. The study also found that in general, it's common for couples to be infected with the same strain of HPV, or to both be free of infection. About one fourth of heterosexual couples in committed relationships in the study shared at least one strain of HPV, the researchers found. And in more than a third of couples, both people were HPV free. Nyitray emphasized that for most people, HPV infections are transient, and are not something to worry about. But because the virus is known to cause cervical cancer, women should undergo regular screening for this cancer, Nyitray said. In addition, those eligible for HPV vaccination should receive it, Nyitray said. Sharing HPV Nyitray and colleagues tested 88 couples ages 18 to 70 for HPV infection. Seventy-five percent had been in a monogamous relationship for at least the last six months. None of the participants had a disease associated with HPV. Overall, about 55 percent of men and 45 percent of women were infected with any strain of HPV. In 31 couples (35 percent), neither partner had an HPV infection, while 21 couples (24 percent) shared at least one strain of HPV. In 11 couples (12 percent) both people were infected with HPV, but did not share strains, and 25 couples had only one partner with an HPV infection (28 percent.) Couples were more likely to share HPV strains if both people were of similar age, a finding that may be related to the strength of the immune response to HPV in older versus younger people. Couples with one young person, who may be exposed to the virus for the first time and take longer to clear it, and one older person, who may clear the infection more quickly, may be less likely to have "matching" strains, the researchers said. Pairs were more likely to be HPV free if, together, the sum of their total lifetime sexual partners was low, Nyitray said. Better immunity in women? Among the couples in which one partner had HPV and the other did not, in 17 cases it was the woman who was HPV free, while in 8 couples it was the man. This finding suggests women have a stronger immune response to HPV, the researchers said. Couples who were monogamous were no more likely to be infected with the same HPV strains than couples who were not monogamous. Because the study was small, and monogamy was defined as sex with one partner for at least 6 months, more research is needed to confirm the results, and to see what happens in couples that are monogamous for longer periods, the researchers said. Nyitray and colleagues are now analyzing information from a second study that followed the participants for two years. Nyitray said he hopes future research will reveal other ways to prevent spread of HPV between sex partners besides vaccination, which currently, most people do not receive. The study will be published July 15 in the Journal of Infectious Diseases. Pass it on: About 1 in 4 couples share an HPV infection. Follow Rachael Rettner on Twitter @RachaelRettner,or MyHealthNewsDaily @MyHealth_MHND. We're also on Facebook & Google+. Read More @ Source 
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| A simple Guide To Combining Yoga exercises And Pilates. Posted: 29 Jun 2012 06:00 PM PDT Article by Dennis Tingle Yoga relates to the long-established mental, physical and spiritual practices. The technique of yoga was originated inside India. The main basis for adopting this spiritual practice was to attain the state of spirituality as well as composure. It was practiced in many religions like Hinduism, Jainism as well as Buddhism. Yoga in itself is a vast term and there are many branches to it. The principle branches of yoga are usually Bhakti yoga, Karma yoga exercise, Jnana yoga, Hatha yoga exercise, Ashtanaga Yoga, etc. plumbing service to practice yoga has been the rising sun. Practicing it from the fresh gardens, with chirping birds and refreshing sun light is simply beautiful. Any time in itself makes it more interesting to employ. There are many gains if one practices yoga in his daily life, Some benefits are: Health and fitness: Yoga keeps the brain, body and soul healthy. It gives freshness towards mind. Many people have also learned how to act calmly in difficult circumstances, how to control fury, etc. many people have been cured form the issues like diabetes, heart complications, blood pressure, weight etc. Slimming: There are certain exercises in yoga that makes one get fit in addition to slimmer. Although it is slow means of slimming, the results of yoga are longer lasting. Many celebrities now practice yoga everyday of their lives to stay in shape birth physically and in your mind. Flexibility of the physique: The 'asanas' in yoga are so that it makes the physique very flexible. Form youngsters to old people, just about all feel fresh and wholesome. Breathing becomes better: Yoga helps ones to boost the function of the lungs through slower and relaxation. Releases one form anxiety: Yoga helps one body and mind to fight better type stress by lowering the cholesterol level in the body. Improved blood circulation: yoga improves the blood flow in the person's body and so also reduces pulse costs and blood pressure. Achievement of inner peace: This is probably the major reasons that many individua! ls have adopted Yoga into their daily regime. By giving relaxation to the mind, body and heart and soul, yoga helps one throughout attaining inner peace and also composure. Even the skin begins glowing and yoga also can make it look younger and fresher. Today, everyone is advised to practice yoga. It is a terrific exercise for curing diseases and adopting a proper lifestyle. There are zero drawbacks if one methods yoga, the person would certainly only gain and shed nothing.Yoga is not really a trend for the small and active. There are many yoga health improvements anyone can receive with this type exercise. No matter what your real age or level of experience (or insufficient) your health can benefit from doing yoga exercise. Yoga can help you to naturally develop better: * Improve Your Balance* Improve Your whole body Strength* Improve Your Flexiblity* Improve Your Relaxation* Improve Your EnduranceYou could even lose weight and tone your whole body by participating in yoga exercise classes. Many individuals uncover their cardiovascular systems improve through yoga participation. Lower blood pressure plus much more efficient respiration are additional bonuses which you might expect to enjoy. This low-impact activity is one that many health care professionals recommend for their patients. There are many different yoga styles that you can try. If you don't such as the first style or the actual teacher, try a different one. I find I don't attend to hatha yoga with Noreen but think it's great when Kelly teaches the item. So a teacher's approach can credit card debt to you. Classes should be fun and you will definitely be challenged from the activities. Don't worry about how fast you happen to be learning the ropes because one of several good things about yoga exercise is you participate your own pace. You will most likely find me in the spine to the right. I find I am able to see the teacher best from there and am practical in the back strip. Most yoga classes are devoted to teaching you how to be able to stretch, h! old pose s, and move your body properly. As you begin to know the yoga poses it will be easy to relieve those tight, stiff muscles and achy joint capsules. This is due with large part to yoga naturally draining the excess lactic acid that builds up in sore muscles. Eliminating this chemical from a body will refresh and invigorate your muscles once again. Some people even believe that this aids them in fat loss. A session with a masseuse will accomplish exactly the same affect with the lactic chemical p. If you are an avid walker, your tight muscles afterwards are holding in most this lactic acid. By balancing your routines with yoga concerning, you achieve the premium benefits to your body. Yoga helps you stretch your muscle mass and joints safely as well as naturally. As you begin to advance your body more fully it can help increase the amount of lubrication chemistry joints. This will lead to movements that feel and search more fluid and easy. Some experts report that most yoga participants will encounter 30-50% improvement in motion and flexibility within 6-8 days. Even if you feel stiff and so are out of shape we have a class that will teach you the basics of restoring natural harmony for your body. Some additional yoga many benefits are the reduced level of sugar you eat, since you also just are not craving them as often! Being more relaxed and also limber, you feel a lot more "at ease" with yourself. And that is a good thing. 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