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- Sour Echoes: Why the Law of Attraction Isn't Working for You - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2015 from Carisa HolmesLife is a concert hall and we are the singers. Whether we are actually trained vocalists or not, each of us embodies a unique song, and we are charged with standing on the stage of the concert hall of life and singing it, no matter how much noise is around us. Unfortunately, the most ...
Views: 1470 - How to Get Healthy, Glowing Skin Naturally - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from Carisa HolmesAre you looking for a natural skin care product that delivers real results? Well, there are some things you need to know before buying “hope in a jar”. During the years I spent as an esthetician running an organic day spa in a wellness center, I learned that most of the chemical-based, high ...
Views: 1799(2 votes) - How to Improve Your Memory Naturally - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2013 from Carisa HolmesDo you regularly walk into a room and forget why you came? Do you have trouble focusing and paying attention or often find yourself unable to remember what you were trying not to forget? Hectic, stressful lifestyles coupled with less than ideal diets and lack of exercise have made it ...
Views: 3052(4 votes) - Is Coffee Good or Bad for You? - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2012 from Carisa HolmesLately coffee has been in the news; this time being touted as a health beverage rather than a guilty pleasure. In response to this joyous update, you may have clicked around online to get the details only to find yourself more confused. One “expert” says drinking coffee is akin to chugging ...
Views: 2092(2 votes) - The Delicious Mystery Veggie You Have Never Tasted - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2012 from Carisa HolmesWe all know that broccoli and spinach are healthful foods. However, there are plenty of nutritious foods flying under the radar, unnoticed by most grocery shoppers. These secret gifts from the garden are tasty, readily available and provide a wide array of nutrients and health benefits. Let's ...
Views: 1563(1 vote) - How I Cured My Acid Reflux Naturally - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2012 from Carisa HolmesAre you tired of eating antacids like candy? Do you “feel the burn” even when you’re not in the gym? If so, you are probably suffering from acid reflux. Medical types have now named it GERD, or Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease. No matter what you call it, it can be a painful and disruptive ...
Views: 11208(1 vote) - Help, I can't Stop Texting! A Simple Intervention for Tech Addicts - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2012 from Carisa HolmesIf I challenged you to turn off your computer and mobile phone during your lunch hour, would you start to feel a little panicky? Odds are, you would feel at least some degree of discomfort as many of us are addicted to technology. No matter where you are, you’re seldom more than three feet from ...
Views: 1752(1 vote) - Secret Superfood: Why You Should Eat Your Chia Pet - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2012 from Carisa HolmesDid you know that a nutrient dense superfood may be lurking on your windowsill, disguised as a cat, a dog or even a sponge? Chia seed, the same seed used to create the Chia Pet - the gag gift we all know and love - is one of the hottest health foods on the market. Despite its current goofy ...
Views: 5875(1 vote) - Why Jerry Maguire Pisses Me Off - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2012 from Carisa HolmesThere is a lie lurking in the collective human consciousness in regards to romantic love. Many people hold the belief that once they find the right person, they will finally be happy. They assume that the deep, nagging feeling that something is wrong that has underpinned every past relationship ...
Views: 1766(1 vote) - Desk Yoga: Stretch the Stress Away in 5 Minutes Flat - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2012 from Carisa HolmesWe modern humans have a tendency to compartmentalize our life experience, seeing different aspects of life as separate and having little effect on each other. Because of this tendency, we often view stress as an affliction of the mind alone. Irritating coworkers, piles of paperwork and mounting ...
Views: 2805(2 votes) - Conscious Living: How to FInally Get Control of Your Life - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2012 from Carisa HolmesDo you feel that you are drifting through life without a clear direction? Do you find yourself constantly putting out fires or struggling to get what you need while feeling frustrated and stressed in the process? Do you often find yourself wasting time doing trivial things rather than using your ...
Views: 1955(1 vote) - The Health Benefits of Wasabi - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2012 from Carisa HolmesThough most people only think of it as the green blob of paste they get with their sushi, wasabi is quite literally one of the hottest health foods on the market. Wasabia Japonica, also known as Japanese horseradish, boasts a wide range of benefits in regards to many common health concerns. ...
Views: 4383(1 vote) - 10 Tips for Natural Joint Pain Relief - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2012 from Carisa HolmesFor some people, the occasional and conveniently vague “phantom joint pain” is a good excuse for keeping the sofa warm when they are long overdue for exercise. For others, however, joint pain is a genuine impedance to exercise and general mobility. What causes joint pain? Discomfort in the ...
Views: 2157(1 vote) - Why You Need Sea Veggies with Your Land Veggies - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2012 from Carisa HolmesMost people know that garden vegetables are nutritious and healthful foods full of vitamins, minerals and important phytonutrients. Because of their nutrient density, eating your veggies is one of the best ways to prevent disease and premature aging. However, how many of you know that vegetables ...
Views: 1598(1 vote) - The Pursuit of Happiness: 10 Practical Ways to Beat Depression - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2012 from Carisa HolmesIt has been said that happiness is not a destination, but rather a means of traveling. It may be wise to view happiness as your guide and compass, rather than some future goal in life, but it can be challenging to get in touch with this most coveted and elusive mind state in the midst of a busy ...
Views: 3511(4 votes) - What is Reiki, and What Can It Do for Me? - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2012 from Carisa HolmesReiki is becoming increasingly popular as more people learn about its benefits. From soothing raw emotions and reducing stress to speeding the healing of the body after surgery or injury, Reiki can work wonders for human health at all levels. Here is a basic introduction to Reiki and what it can ...
Views: 2439(1 vote) - Healthy Sun Exposure: 10 Tips on How to Reap the Benefits Without the Burn - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2012 from Carisa HolmesThe sun is shining, the kids are out of school and summer is officially in full swing. At this time of year, even the slickest of city slickers among us love to get outdoors and enjoy the warmth and beauty of natural sunlight. However, we also inherently know that excessive exposure can be ...
Views: 3466(4 votes) - A Lion in Your Garden: How to Heal with Weeds - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2012 from Carisa HolmesEach spring, great swaths of the landscape are dotted with the familiar and cheerful face of the dandelion. Though reviled by golf course owners and fastidious lawn lovers, this “weed” is a treasure trove of goodness for the human body, mind and spirit. Physical Benefits of Dandelion The ...
Views: 1697(1 vote) - Is Your Car Making You Sick? - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2012 from Carisa HolmesMany people relish that 'new car smell'. Slipping into the driver's seat of a new vehicle and inhaling deeply seems to bring a special brand of delight to many a driver. However, several studies now show that enjoying that scent is not too dissimilar to sniffing glue or huffing paint. Most of ...
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