OK all you health nuts (and I say that with an immense amount of affection),
If you've been looking for ways to improve your health but don't know where to start, don't have the energy to start, don't have the time to do the research to know where to start, etc, etc., I've got some answers to help you get there. But before we get to some exciting new products that I want to share with you let's go over the basics; the best and easiest ways to get yourself on the path to feeling and looking great!
First, GET OUTSIDE!!!! One of the easiest and best ways to re energize is to get outside and MOVE your body. Everyone knows that, right? So why is it so hard? Number one, we tend to allow stress and worry and anxiety and this problem and that problem takeover. Well all of that crap in your head could drop an elephant so it's certain to drain the life right out of you. There is a time and a place for everything and no matter how adult we become we still need play time. Problems will always be around. Each of us as individuals decide how big of a roll problems will play in our lives. So, everyday tell yourself to let them go. And then go have some fun. Number two, our homes can be some of the most toxic environments. We have chemical cleaners that we use on a regular basis. Our homes are built with toxic materials - treated wood, tar, asphalt, asbestos, lead, paints, stains, stain treaters, stain fighters and on and on. If you don't believe me, make yourself aware of how you are feeling when you wake up, during the day when you're out of the house, and in the evening when you return home. Many of us will immediately feel drained of all energy and wellness, not because we've had a long, stressful day at work (that's immediately remedied after clocking out if you let it), but because as soon as we walk thru the door we inhale numerous "off-gases" from the paint on the walls to the chemical treatments in the carpets to the stain on the furniture. So get outside and get moving.
Second, if you absolutely can't get outside, get moving inside. When I was dirt poor I used soup cans for dumbbells and rubber bungee cords for resistance straps. You don't need fancy equipment to get in shape. Heck, even turning on your favorite tunes and dancing around the house is better than no movement. Our bodies weren't made to be stagnant they were made to move. When you don't move toxins build up in your blood stream, then in your organs, tissues, and cells...which creates aches and pains, illnesses, dis-eases, etc.
Third, eat healthy. Healthy eating habits don't have to taste bad. There are so many options out there that I have no doubt you will find a variety of healthy food that are right for you and that you like. For example, there was a time when the thought of boiled chicken didn't appeal to me in the least. But then I tried it and discovered it actually has a great amount of flavor. Pair it with sliced tomatoes and avocados, a little bit of parsley or cilantro, and you've got a quick, easy, healthy meal in about 15 minutes. And once you start eating healthier you'll begin to notice that your old eating habits kind of gross-you-out. You'll have more energy during the day, you'll feel nourished not sluggish, you'll begin to feel alive. And that's great.
So now for some cool ideas. If you're into essential oils or would like to know more about them I would highly suggest going to everythingdoterra.com and click on zdoterra. This company makes THE BEST oils; no chemicals or fillers; all natural. And to be more efficient in knowing which oils will work best for you, you can purchase a zyto compass. This is a bio computer program that reads your body's physiological responses thru skin conductivity. The fluctuations in skin conductivity are measured and sent back to the computer for analysis. It will then give you feedback based on your body's needs and what you can do to help get your body back in balance. For more information go to http://www.zytocompass.com/af/amiller2.
Have a great day!
Quietjewel
Friday, April 22, 2011
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Health Benefits of Honey
I know there have been a lot of debates about the effects of honey; should we consume it?, how much should we consume?, etc. So I thought I would give you a little bit of my experience with various types of honey and what it has done for me.
First, I kind of grew up on peanut butter and honey(clover) sandwiches, which I loved. We were poor, my parents had 5 children, and there was rarely a lot of money to spend on groceries. And those two items were fairly inexpensive at that time so that's what we ate. I have since learned that, since honey contains anti-viral and anti-bacterial properties, it's great for the immune system...but only when you're sick. Well, lol, so much for a staple diet of peanut butter and honey. And although I don't eat nearly as much honey as I did when I was a kid I still find it incredibly helpful and effective when I am feeling sick or even have injuries. I will give you a few examples.
A few years ago I was working in the outdoors on a mountain located about two hours from the nearest hospital. I was equipped with a radio, GPS, and satellite phone but there was very limited signal at our location. We had been informed the day before that a massive storm would be headed over us the following evening. My coworkers and I weren't overly concerned. Most of us were familiar with the outdoors, camping, and"roughing it" and we knew how to prepare the camp and ourselves for our assumption of what was coming. The next morning was beautiful! It was the middle of February, I might add, but crystal blue skies, dark evergreens and twisted cedars laden with snow made for a breath-taking view. We were all enjoying the day. We had a small fire going and had just finished lunch when somebody looked out to the mountains just south of us. A drawn-out "Uh-Oh!" was all we heard and when we looked for ourselves we had a bit of a surprise. I can tell you in all my years of living in the Rockies I have never seen black clouds in February. These looked like low-rolling thunderheads with a massive wall of mist shrouding it's approach. The clouds tumbled and rolled over the mountains like waves to an ocean floor during a tsunami and I have to say I felt a bit of a chill. Growing up in the Rockies you also learn that any storm that comes from the south is gonna hit heavy and it's gonna hit hard. And this one was gonna hit hours before it's predicted arrival. We scrambled; looking for more guide lines to secure the tents, gathering more wood, stowing equipment under tree clusters and tarps, and in the tents. We knew the storm would hit within an hour so we needed to build up the fire in order to at least have hot coals left when the storm passed.
Now any idiot knows that wearing cotton or flannel into the wilderness, especially in the winter, is nothing short of stupid. So what did I do? I wore, not only cotton pants and long-johns, but frayed cotton pants. It's the same sad story. I thought to myself "Nothing will happen. I don't want to wear my good clothes up there. We have communication, tents, and a warm fire. It's just for eight days, no biggie. Nothing will happen to me." Ugh!! And into the fire circle I went with large log in hand and a buddy on the other end helping. I will tell you this, after being exposed to the cold for so long your skin becomes a bit numb, maybe not dangerously so but to the point that it affects your sensory ability. And all I could feel in that fire circle as I placed the log over hot coals was a nice, cozy, warmth traveling over my frigid skin. I even remained close to the fire for several more moments and didn't realize anything was wrong until I heard someone calling my name and yelling to me that I was on fire! I looked down, undisturbed by the statement, and sure enough I was on fire. Whoa! And then I felt the burning. It was like someone had laid hot coals all over my knee and was pouring a hot, fiery liquid down my leg. As much as it hurt I still didn't feel panicked. I simply thought, "Just reach down and smother the flame." So I reached down to smother the flame but I couldn't get it to go out. I reached down again, and again, and again. My pants were burning like an accelerated char-cloth and before I knew it the flames had burned from my knee to the bottom of my pants in less than a few seconds.
If any of you know anything about burns you know that first degree burns feel very similar to a bad sunburn. Third degree burns you can't feel at all because the nerves have been burned away. And Second degree burns hurt like a son of a gun! And as I surveyed the damage, I wouldn't describe it as horrific but it was definitely in need of immediate medical attention. I had 2nd and 3rd degree burns on my knee and first degree burns from just above my knee down to my lower calf. I did everything you're NOT supposed to do when treating severe burns but I felt that under the circumstances it was the lesser of two evils. There was a severe storm approaching, we had no communication, no vehicle, and no way to treat burns. Our first aid kit was basically empty and with the storm we probably wouldn't see anyone for several days. Severe burns over large areas and especially over joints can be a window for infection. So I followed my gut. My clothes had melted into my skin - I pulled them out. I cleansed the wound with the only thing I could find that was halfway sanitary - a wet wipe; you're not supposed to clean burns with soap. I lathered it in honey - no 'ointments' over burns- put a gauze pad on it - gauze can adhere to burned flesh, and iced it for the rest of the day ( about 6 hours). Icing for too long can cause nerve damage. And then the storm hit. I have to say that the freezing cold helped the burning feeling quite a bit. It was hurting pretty good.
But I woke up the next morning with very little pain. I checked the burn, cleaned it, and put more honey and a fresh gauze pad on. And today you can barely see where the burn occurred which is amazing since I tend to scarr easily. I also have feeling to the entire area. Every once in a while there are pain flare-ups as if the nerves are still growing back but other than that I'd say it's completely back to normal.
I have had friends and family members who have used honey for burns and received the same results. Honey is a natural pain killer, is high in vitamin C, has small amounts of hydrogen peroxide (good for bacteria), and other nutrients that aid in healing. I have also been able to use honey to clear up chronic ear infections, sinus trouble, and to cleanse adenoids. I have used it in combination with pine needle tea to clear up the 3-week-cold in two days. If this interests you, do your own research. Make sure it will be something that is beneficial to you. We've been provided with everything we need to heal and stay healthy. We are each the captain of our own vessel and may choose to do what we wish for our betterment or to our detriment. I hope the rising health trend will spur all of us into action.
Have a great day!
Quietjewel
First, I kind of grew up on peanut butter and honey(clover) sandwiches, which I loved. We were poor, my parents had 5 children, and there was rarely a lot of money to spend on groceries. And those two items were fairly inexpensive at that time so that's what we ate. I have since learned that, since honey contains anti-viral and anti-bacterial properties, it's great for the immune system...but only when you're sick. Well, lol, so much for a staple diet of peanut butter and honey. And although I don't eat nearly as much honey as I did when I was a kid I still find it incredibly helpful and effective when I am feeling sick or even have injuries. I will give you a few examples.
A few years ago I was working in the outdoors on a mountain located about two hours from the nearest hospital. I was equipped with a radio, GPS, and satellite phone but there was very limited signal at our location. We had been informed the day before that a massive storm would be headed over us the following evening. My coworkers and I weren't overly concerned. Most of us were familiar with the outdoors, camping, and"roughing it" and we knew how to prepare the camp and ourselves for our assumption of what was coming. The next morning was beautiful! It was the middle of February, I might add, but crystal blue skies, dark evergreens and twisted cedars laden with snow made for a breath-taking view. We were all enjoying the day. We had a small fire going and had just finished lunch when somebody looked out to the mountains just south of us. A drawn-out "Uh-Oh!" was all we heard and when we looked for ourselves we had a bit of a surprise. I can tell you in all my years of living in the Rockies I have never seen black clouds in February. These looked like low-rolling thunderheads with a massive wall of mist shrouding it's approach. The clouds tumbled and rolled over the mountains like waves to an ocean floor during a tsunami and I have to say I felt a bit of a chill. Growing up in the Rockies you also learn that any storm that comes from the south is gonna hit heavy and it's gonna hit hard. And this one was gonna hit hours before it's predicted arrival. We scrambled; looking for more guide lines to secure the tents, gathering more wood, stowing equipment under tree clusters and tarps, and in the tents. We knew the storm would hit within an hour so we needed to build up the fire in order to at least have hot coals left when the storm passed.
Now any idiot knows that wearing cotton or flannel into the wilderness, especially in the winter, is nothing short of stupid. So what did I do? I wore, not only cotton pants and long-johns, but frayed cotton pants. It's the same sad story. I thought to myself "Nothing will happen. I don't want to wear my good clothes up there. We have communication, tents, and a warm fire. It's just for eight days, no biggie. Nothing will happen to me." Ugh!! And into the fire circle I went with large log in hand and a buddy on the other end helping. I will tell you this, after being exposed to the cold for so long your skin becomes a bit numb, maybe not dangerously so but to the point that it affects your sensory ability. And all I could feel in that fire circle as I placed the log over hot coals was a nice, cozy, warmth traveling over my frigid skin. I even remained close to the fire for several more moments and didn't realize anything was wrong until I heard someone calling my name and yelling to me that I was on fire! I looked down, undisturbed by the statement, and sure enough I was on fire. Whoa! And then I felt the burning. It was like someone had laid hot coals all over my knee and was pouring a hot, fiery liquid down my leg. As much as it hurt I still didn't feel panicked. I simply thought, "Just reach down and smother the flame." So I reached down to smother the flame but I couldn't get it to go out. I reached down again, and again, and again. My pants were burning like an accelerated char-cloth and before I knew it the flames had burned from my knee to the bottom of my pants in less than a few seconds.
If any of you know anything about burns you know that first degree burns feel very similar to a bad sunburn. Third degree burns you can't feel at all because the nerves have been burned away. And Second degree burns hurt like a son of a gun! And as I surveyed the damage, I wouldn't describe it as horrific but it was definitely in need of immediate medical attention. I had 2nd and 3rd degree burns on my knee and first degree burns from just above my knee down to my lower calf. I did everything you're NOT supposed to do when treating severe burns but I felt that under the circumstances it was the lesser of two evils. There was a severe storm approaching, we had no communication, no vehicle, and no way to treat burns. Our first aid kit was basically empty and with the storm we probably wouldn't see anyone for several days. Severe burns over large areas and especially over joints can be a window for infection. So I followed my gut. My clothes had melted into my skin - I pulled them out. I cleansed the wound with the only thing I could find that was halfway sanitary - a wet wipe; you're not supposed to clean burns with soap. I lathered it in honey - no 'ointments' over burns- put a gauze pad on it - gauze can adhere to burned flesh, and iced it for the rest of the day ( about 6 hours). Icing for too long can cause nerve damage. And then the storm hit. I have to say that the freezing cold helped the burning feeling quite a bit. It was hurting pretty good.
But I woke up the next morning with very little pain. I checked the burn, cleaned it, and put more honey and a fresh gauze pad on. And today you can barely see where the burn occurred which is amazing since I tend to scarr easily. I also have feeling to the entire area. Every once in a while there are pain flare-ups as if the nerves are still growing back but other than that I'd say it's completely back to normal.
I have had friends and family members who have used honey for burns and received the same results. Honey is a natural pain killer, is high in vitamin C, has small amounts of hydrogen peroxide (good for bacteria), and other nutrients that aid in healing. I have also been able to use honey to clear up chronic ear infections, sinus trouble, and to cleanse adenoids. I have used it in combination with pine needle tea to clear up the 3-week-cold in two days. If this interests you, do your own research. Make sure it will be something that is beneficial to you. We've been provided with everything we need to heal and stay healthy. We are each the captain of our own vessel and may choose to do what we wish for our betterment or to our detriment. I hope the rising health trend will spur all of us into action.
Have a great day!
Quietjewel
Sunday, April 17, 2011
cont...Throw Off the Bowlines
Last month I posted a partial list of excuses that we all use and that hinder so many of us when it comes to asking for, enjoying, and partaking in what we really want and deserve. I also included their opposites; positive things you can say instead of "I can't." And I certainly hope that you put them to use because are thoughts are too powerful to ignore. " If we realized how powerful our thoughts are, we would never think a negative thought." ~Peace Pilgrim~
Again, you can find all of these positive thoughts and more in "The Power of Intention" by Dr. Wayne Dyer.
Excuses / Affirmations
It's never happened before. / I am open & willing to attract all that I desire beginning here and now.
I'm not strong enough. / I have access to unlimited assistance. My strength comes from my connection to my source.
I'm not smart enough. / I am a creation of the divine mind, all is perfect & I am a genius in my own right.
I'm too old/young. / I am an infinite being. The age of my body has no bearing on what I do or who I am.
The rules won't let me / I live my life according to divine rules.
It's too big. / I think only about what I can do now. By thinking small I accomplish great things.
I don't have the energy. / I feel passionately about my life & this passion fills me with excitement & energy.
It's my personal family history. / I live in the present moment by being grateful for all my life experiences as a child.
I'm too busy. / As I unclutter my life I free myself to answer the callings of my soul.
I'm too scared. / I can accomplish anything I put my mind to because I know I'm never alone.
So, as Mark Twain said, " Through off the bowlines..." " If you can imagine it, you can achieve it; if you can dream it, you can become it." William Arthur Ward
Have a great day everyone!
quietjewel
Again, you can find all of these positive thoughts and more in "The Power of Intention" by Dr. Wayne Dyer.
Excuses / Affirmations
It's never happened before. / I am open & willing to attract all that I desire beginning here and now.
I'm not strong enough. / I have access to unlimited assistance. My strength comes from my connection to my source.
I'm not smart enough. / I am a creation of the divine mind, all is perfect & I am a genius in my own right.
I'm too old/young. / I am an infinite being. The age of my body has no bearing on what I do or who I am.
The rules won't let me / I live my life according to divine rules.
It's too big. / I think only about what I can do now. By thinking small I accomplish great things.
I don't have the energy. / I feel passionately about my life & this passion fills me with excitement & energy.
It's my personal family history. / I live in the present moment by being grateful for all my life experiences as a child.
I'm too busy. / As I unclutter my life I free myself to answer the callings of my soul.
I'm too scared. / I can accomplish anything I put my mind to because I know I'm never alone.
So, as Mark Twain said, " Through off the bowlines..." " If you can imagine it, you can achieve it; if you can dream it, you can become it." William Arthur Ward
Have a great day everyone!
quietjewel
Thursday, April 7, 2011
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Waking Up on the Right Side of the Bed
Don't you love it when you wake up happy, refreshed, excited about the day? It's been a while for me but I still remember how great it feels and I'm excited to be coming back to that.
For so long, even as a child, I would be confused when I'd wake up in the morning cranky. I could rationalize that no one pestered me in the moments before I woke, no one stuck my hand in a bowl of warm water or dumped ice water on my head, no incessant whining in my ears, no bed-mate kicking me to the floor. So why? How could I be feeling so awful when nothing bad has happened and I should be feeling refreshed and happy? The answer came to me from a friend who was trying diligently to help me out of a hard situation. He knew that I had gone through some life changing events and had been around some sort of dysfunction most of my life. One day I finally told him that my soul was weary; to the very depths of my being I wanted to feel absolutely nothing. I was that tired of my life and everything I had allowed into it (some knowingly and some unknowingly). And he said when you're awake you consciously guard everything that you feel needs protecting (your heart, your feelings/emotions, your beliefs, your ego, your ideas/opinions, etc). But when you fall asleep your conscious mind gives up to the subconscious mind where we keep all our true feelings, our hurts and fears hidden. And because your conscious mind is no longer "guarding the gate" all of your true feelings, hurts and fears come to the surface in an effort from your subconscious to get you to deal with them. Your body naturally eliminates physical toxins and your mind naturally eliminates mental and emotional toxins. But because we make a conscious effort to guard everything and keep our emotional selves "locked up" the toxic emotions/thoughts/feelings can't be dealt with appropriately or efficiently. So when this happens it's a sign that you need to take some time to be introspective, pray, meditate, take care of yourself, flush your mind of everything ill.
BLING!!!!!!!!! Everything clicked! It made so much sense. And although this may be trivial to many one more weight had been lifted. One more step had been taken to get back my true, beautiful self. And as I sat there contemplating what he had said, soaking it all in, the sun became a little brighter as if God, Mother Nature, and all the angels were nudging me towards that beautiful journey back to Me. There are times when you feel inexpressible gratitude for the blessings that come your way and this is one of them.
By the way, I personally don't believe we have a conscious and subconscious mind. I believe it is all one.
For so long, even as a child, I would be confused when I'd wake up in the morning cranky. I could rationalize that no one pestered me in the moments before I woke, no one stuck my hand in a bowl of warm water or dumped ice water on my head, no incessant whining in my ears, no bed-mate kicking me to the floor. So why? How could I be feeling so awful when nothing bad has happened and I should be feeling refreshed and happy? The answer came to me from a friend who was trying diligently to help me out of a hard situation. He knew that I had gone through some life changing events and had been around some sort of dysfunction most of my life. One day I finally told him that my soul was weary; to the very depths of my being I wanted to feel absolutely nothing. I was that tired of my life and everything I had allowed into it (some knowingly and some unknowingly). And he said when you're awake you consciously guard everything that you feel needs protecting (your heart, your feelings/emotions, your beliefs, your ego, your ideas/opinions, etc). But when you fall asleep your conscious mind gives up to the subconscious mind where we keep all our true feelings, our hurts and fears hidden. And because your conscious mind is no longer "guarding the gate" all of your true feelings, hurts and fears come to the surface in an effort from your subconscious to get you to deal with them. Your body naturally eliminates physical toxins and your mind naturally eliminates mental and emotional toxins. But because we make a conscious effort to guard everything and keep our emotional selves "locked up" the toxic emotions/thoughts/feelings can't be dealt with appropriately or efficiently. So when this happens it's a sign that you need to take some time to be introspective, pray, meditate, take care of yourself, flush your mind of everything ill.
BLING!!!!!!!!! Everything clicked! It made so much sense. And although this may be trivial to many one more weight had been lifted. One more step had been taken to get back my true, beautiful self. And as I sat there contemplating what he had said, soaking it all in, the sun became a little brighter as if God, Mother Nature, and all the angels were nudging me towards that beautiful journey back to Me. There are times when you feel inexpressible gratitude for the blessings that come your way and this is one of them.
By the way, I personally don't believe we have a conscious and subconscious mind. I believe it is all one.
Friday, April 1, 2011
Connecting Quotes
"All great things work in harmony not in competition." ~ Dr. Bruce Lipton, PhD
"It is through choosing that you gain clarity. Clarity is the first step to living life in love."
~ Chris & Janet Attwood ~
" You are loved. Your role in life is to give & receive love. Your loves are guiding you to fulfill your destiny in life. There is nothing that comes to you except for the purpose of opening you up more fully to love. Passion is your love in motion. It's the connection to your heart's truest desires. That's why it is the path to a successful life. The first step is falling in love with yourself. This is the prerequisite for making money, relationships you seek, having a vital, healthy, body, for truly living life." ~ Dr. Wayne Dyer ~
"Wisdom is not something that one receives. IT is something that one discovers for oneself on a journey that no one can take for us and no one can spare us." ~ "Good" (the movie) ~
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