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“Proven Health Benefits of Winged Beans”

Winged beans are a tasty high protein bean that grows all over in humid areas, and they have many health benefits including being low in calories, contains up to 35% protein, they build strong bones, and they are full of Vitamins A, B’s, and C. Winged Beans contain lots of great fiber for building probiotic bacteria, and they contain wonderful live enzymes for great health. Winged beans also have a whole spectrum of proteins or amino acids. And they have a full spectrum of different types of good fats too.

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A New Year's Ritual for Creating a Powerful Year

I read recently about the Bulgarian master Omraam Mikhael Aivanhov who said that the first 12 days of January represent the whole year. January 1st stands for the month of January; January 2nd stands for February, and so on. It is said that by consciously standing in love, light, power, etc., on these days, you align with an intention to bless the particular month in which that day represents.nnI decided to create a ritual in order to participate consciously in the first 12 d

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Judging Others

The surface being, under the influence of the vital ego, loves to criticize others and ‘gossip’ about them. This is a method of ‘puffing up’ or inflating the ego by dragging down others. It also wastes considerable time and energy by focusing on what are for the most part superficial things in a superficial way.

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The Problem With Biogenics

THE PROBLEM WITH BIOGENICSnnBIOGENICS;nDefinition; the production of life from living matter.nSo! Define the word living.n n If one follows the chronology of the construction of human life from the atom through the simple sugars to DNA to the living body, one quickly sees the fallacy of biogenic thought. True! We consider the cell of a human form as living; but at what point in the chronological construction of the ‘living cell’ was life inserted? Also, biogenic implies t

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“Getting Rid of Negative Entities”

When we get sick we take something to make us feel better. But what can we do when we are spiritually sick and need attention? Contrary to popular belief, there are such things as negative entities and they can attach themselves to people and create havoc in their lives. These entities can cause disease, calamities, and wreak havoc. Not only that, but these entities can also change a person personality and even control a person thus causing all kinds of problems.

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“How to Be Happy All the Time”

Here is a formula for how to be happy all the time. It can be done and it will change your life in amazing ways to the point that you will not be the same person. Dr. Paul Haider Watch Video and Find Out More Please Subscribe to My Youtube Channel Please Copy and paste the following URL into your browser to watch Dr. Haider's Video about this on Youtube https://youtu.be/75IVshia6OA

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“Remember Your Dreams”

When we garden we have plants that need to be picked (seeds for future growth), Weeds that need to be removed (negative thoughts), And compost to be made (build a foundation from those old negative thoughts from which we learn to be positive) And all of that allows us to grow spiritually Also remember dreams are very important. Dr. Paul Haider Watch Video and Find Out More Please Subscribe to My Youtube Channel Copy and paste the following URL to watch my video - Dr. Haider https://youtu.be/D-nG5GF6f8o

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By Phillip Rosen
A Prayer of Gratitude

Adobe House, Taos Pueblo, New Mexico Gratitude is the key to acceptance, wisdom, peace and abundance. Let's express a prayer of gratitude. Mine is:rnThank you for the opportunity to know what is important and what is not important.rnThank you for love, health, peace and prosperity.rn rnThank you for what I have learned when I have experienced ill health, disappointment, frustration and lack.rn rnThank you for the opportunity to know the Divine, without religion.rn rnThank you

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The Fundamental Nature of Existence is Consciousness

As we reflect on our own existence, and our relationship to the world around us, we begin by referencing everything to our own desires, needs, wants and feelings. We look at the world as exte al to us, inanimate matter somehow sustaining plant and animal life. The sun appears to revolve around the earth giving us periods of light and periods of darkness, periods of warmth and periods of cold. The elements go through changes and we experience rain, snow and ice, dryness, heat, and cold, depending on our location and the season.

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“Do You Fight Change or Love Change?”

“That’s a Very Important Question” I’m working with a man right now from Connecticut. He is in his 60’s and he thought he had his whole life figured out… and then he became ill. And when he became ill everything in his life turned upside down. And he has lots of anger about all the change that’s taken place in his life. Change is Inevitable

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“Proven Health Benefits of Anise Seeds”

Anise seeds have been used for over 2,000 years and they come from Europe and Asia and now grow in the US and Latin America. Anise seeds contain “Anethole Oil” which is very soothing and relaxing. Anise tea is wonderful for coughs, excess mucus, asthma, bronchitis, and colds. Anise seeds lower blood sugar and regulate blood sugar. Helps the pancreas to function better, and may also help with epileptic seizures. Anise is great for the symptoms of menopause, improves breast milk production, it’s a good diuretic, and also can sooth away the blues and depression.

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“True Story - My Wife Meets an Angel”

Here is a true story about my wife meeting an angel Who came to let her know something important. Dr. Paul Haider Watch Video and Find Out More Please Subscribe to My Youtube Channel Copy and paste the following URL into your browser to watch video https://youtu.be/62zCjwqmLso Feel Free to Share this Article - Dr. Paul Haider - Spiritual Teacher and Master Herbalist for over 30 years, You can find Dr. Haider on FB under Dr. Paul Haider, Healing Herbs, Wordpress Blog “Relax Into Success”

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A Transitional Phase of Work in the Integral Yoga

For the practitioner of the integral yoga, any form of work represents an opportunity to discard the normal, habitual mode of action and replace it with the direct action of the Divine Force. This transition, however, is neither immediate nor completed all at once, so there is inevitably a phase where the mind, vital being and physical body continue to respond and act as they have been doing, and where incremental changes in the way they respond can aid in the change that is required.

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Mind ... and Supermind

Or, we may describe this as the parable of the caterpillar and the butterfly. The mind is like the caterpillar, slowly grinding its way along, eating and focusing on its physical being and its circumstances for gaining sustenance. It does not dream that one day it will be transformed into a butterfly and fly freely through the air, seeing the world from a totally different state of awareness.

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The Development and Use of Occult Powers and the Spiritual Quest

The lure of occult powers represents one of the temptations to be faced by the spiritual seeker who begins to access the inner and higher realms of consciousness. These powers may be developed through systematic efforts, following the protocols and laws of action under which these powers exist. Alte atvely, they may develop spontaneously as the spiritual seeking progresses.

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The Existence of Mental, Vital and Physical Planes of Existence Independent of the Material World

Where do life and mind come from in the material world? How does inanimate Matter become the basis out of which life evolves? Western science, at a loss as to this process, simply has speculated that given enough time, the chemical/electrical interaction of material forces will spawn life and eventually, through random chance, bring about the advancements of the mind and intellect that we observe in the world today.

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The Limitations of the Intellect in Grasping the Supreme Truth of Existence

No matter how highly develop and powerful the intellect is, at some point it reaches the limits of its power and acknowledges that all of its activity is limited within a frame that prevents it from knowing anything with certainty. The intellect builds steps of logic based on various assumptions and perceptions, yet the assumptions are always subject to review and revision and the perceptions have been proven to be faulty and biased by the limits of the instruments of perception, the senses.

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“A Daily Spiritual Routine”

Most people only go to God, the Universe, and Great Spirit when there is a problem. But devotion to God should be given daily with great gratitude for everything in life. Here is one routine. Most people only think of their spiritual connection when something goes wrong. Then they get down on their knees and ask for God, the Universe, and Great Spirit to come to them and take care of their problem. But the reality is Great Spirit wants our love and adoration.

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“Dr. Haider’s Root Veggie Lasagna”

Here is a great tasting root veggie lasagna that everyone will love. It’s packed full of the goodness of great carbs with a low glycemic index and lots of nutritious veggies. This recipe is really easy to make and the kids will enjoy helping you every step of the way. Another Whole-Foods Plant-Based Recipe. This is Super Low-Glycemic Index Recipe which is great for diabetics. See link to photo of dish - https://paulhaider.wordpress.com/2018/03/22/dr-haiders-root-veggie-lasagna/Ingredients:

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“How Can I Heal My Sadness”

This weekend I had a man text me the following question. “How do I heal my sadness? I am too busy to socialize with anyone.” Here is What I Answered: We all have the time to socialize and be around people, and to give love and help others… it’s all a matter of priorities. It’s a choice to dive into work and hide, thus we don’t have to express our feelings. That way we stay numb and don’t feel anything. And He Answered Back—“What about people who take advantage of me?”

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“How to Become a Powerful Tree Called— Love”

If we pass by a restaurant and just read the menu without eating… does the food they serve do us any good? No of course not. And the same goes for spiritual practice. There are lots of people who read about love. But actions make life happen. The nature of the word “love” is about being loving and kind. And being loving and kind is only possible with selfless action. Thus we have to embody the word “Love”… and become love… and thus… where ever we go and whatever actions we take… we spread love.

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What's it All About?

In 1966 Michale Caine starred in the movie Alfie, a story about a cockney womanizer; a typical, unconscious, playboy type, living from woman to woman. His life gets complicated by his unconscious choices and, after a string of setbacks, he asks the question, "What's it all about? You know what I mean?" It took him a while to ask. That it did so is not unusual, however.

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“20 Ways to Find True Happiness”

Happiness comes to those who are willing to give happiness to others. Happiness is a process of spreading love… and thus allowing a smile to develop on someone else's face. Happiness springs forth from contentment… with what one has in this life. Happiness comes from inside… instead of being found out in the world. Happiness is a sign of inner compassion for all the challenges we face. Happiness is having the time to just “BE” every single day. Happiness is accepting of our feelings… and noticing feelings come and they go.

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“25 Proven Health Benefits of Rambutan Fruit”

Rambutan fruit is a wonderful tasting fruit… that most people don’t know about. This fruit is super sweet, luscious, and full of great nutrients that keep a person strong and healthy. Rambutan fruit is low in calories, contains lots of vitami C, full of phosphorus and calcium for strong bones, and lots of fiber for probiotics. They also contain copper and iron for anemia, they give you lots of great energy, the outer covering is full of polyphenol antioxidants, gallic acid, and more.

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“The Three Gifts of the Mind”

We have been given three gifts that can make life beautiful. All of which are found in the mind. Some have even said “I think there fore I am”. So it goes to show that what we do with our mind is of utmost importance. Here is a little more about those three gifts and how they can be used.

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Fava Beans Superfood for the Brain

Fava Beans Superfood for the Brain. Fava Beans are powerful food for the brain and body. Want Better Mood? Want More Dopamine? Want More Protein? Want to Keep Away Cancer? Want to Lower Blood Sugar? Want More Probiotics? Want More Vitamins? Want Lower Blood Pressure? Want Strong Bones? Watch My Video to Find Out More… Dr. Paul Haider Dr. Paul Haider – Master Herbalist - Many Blessings to Everyone! I Have the #1 Herbal Channel on YouTube Please Subscribe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrSQ6OzAenOt-Pj-r0n45Pg See Link to Video https://youtu.be/cwcE-bKTyRQ

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How to Deal With Anger and Other Strong Vital Reactions

There is an idea, prevalent in some aspects of Western psychology, both mainstream and ‘pop’ psychology, that it is unhealthy to internalize and hold in strong reactions or emotions such as anger. They counsel letting it out and thereby saving oneself from the psychological and physical effects of suppressed anger and other strong emotions. There are even groups that support the idea of “scream-therapy” as a way to express one’s inner rage.

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Impact of the Supramental Manifestation on Earthly Existence, Part 2

There is a verse in the Brihadaranyaka Upanishad which illustrates the essential principle of an evolutionary cycle of the development and growth of consciousness, when it indicates a progression ‘from the darkness to the light, from light to greater light.” The Upanishad foresees that eventually the darkness that shadows awareness, that dominates the material consciousness, is lifted somewhat in the successive stages of the vital and mental consciousness, will eventually disappear as further evolution of consciousness occurs.

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The Need to Balance Meditation and Work in the Practice of the Integral Yoga

In an ancient Upanishadic tale, a youth approached a sage requesting to become a disciple and achieve spiritual realisation. The sage indicated that he should take two cattle into the forest, and when they numbered 1000 he should return and would undertake to teach the youth. The young man made sincere efforts and learned all there was to know about raising and breeding cattle, protecting them from predators, and survival in the forest for himself and his charges.

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By Dada Bhagwan
Which incident made you realise the difference between self respect and ego?

Oh! That’s a wonderful story. Come, let me tell you...rnI always thought self-respect is one of the most important ingredients in a personality. Anything which you yourself do not respect or value, how can you expect it from others? Moreover, right from childhood, I was inclined towards the path of salvation. And to be qualified for it, it was a given understanding that people should not feel ashamed of you. So, I allowed my habits and behaviour to get nurtured and cultivat

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“Healing the Brains Limbic System”

“What We Think Does Change Our Body” Every time we have a negative thought there are parts of our brain that react to bring about certain chemical changes which change our body completely. We have the amygdala, hypothalamus, thalamus, cingulate gurus, hippocampus, and the basal ganglia which produce different chemicals depending upon what kind of thinking we have going on… and in general these areas are called the limbic system. And we can heal our limbic system and body by changing our thinking.

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A Transitional Phase of Work in the Integral Yoga

For the practitioner of the integral yoga, any form of work represents an opportunity to discard the normal, habitual mode of action and replace it with the direct action of the Divine Force. This transition, however, is neither immediate nor completed all at once, so there is inevitably a phase where the mind, vital being and physical body continue to respond and act as they have been doing, and where incremental changes in the way they respond can aid in the change that is required.

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By Laura Lowry
Do You Hate Your Job?

There’s no such thing as work/home separation. Separation and resistance keep you stuck and tired. The solution is to bring more of yourself, not less. Your sacred, positive attention is the key to releasing victim mentality and bringing either real change or the grace of Spiritual Endurance into your life. Do you have an aspect of your life you find really unpleasant? For many people, there is a lot of negativity around their job. You may dislike your co-workers, your boss

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Primary Functions and Powers of the Major Chakras in the Integral Yoga

Practitioners of yoga are generally familiar with the usual definitions of the chakras, their forms, colors and major operative powers when they open. In the integral yoga, where evolutionary planes of consciousness are recognised, Sri Aurobindo has expanded the definitions and understanding of the chakras to include their relation to the planes of consciousness and their action in the physical, vital and mental formations of the being.

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“8 Good Mood Foods - Increasing Serotonin and L-Dopa”

Here are 8 important foods which boost Serotonin and L-Dopa levels in our brain thus helping us to feel good. And Serotonin and L-Dopa are chemicals in our brain which make us feel happy and joyful, thus eating these foods is very important for good mental health. Organic Garbanzo Beans - Garbanzo beans are one of those foods that don’t directly increase serotonin, but garbanzos do contain tryptophan which helps in the building of serotonin in our brain… thus we feel great. So eating garbanzo beans is important for creating a wonderful mood.

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“Beans a Life Giving Food”

Most people take beans for granted but they are very important for great health and they are very inexpensive. Full of fiber, contain lots of protein, great for building up our probiotics, they lower cholesterol and triglycerides, boost up our immune system, help with depression, lower blood sugar and balance blood sugar, can end gout, help with the inflammation of arthritis, help to prevent heart attacks, strokes, and even cancer. Beans help to reverse heart disease, help to prevent cancer, and contain plant sterols that help with inflammation.

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“Creating a Crack in the Armor of Ego”

It’s said there needs to be a large crack in the armor of ego in order to allow the love of God, the Universe, and Great Spirit to shine in. Nothing can be done to undo ego without a crack in the armor of ego, thus allowing the light of God to shine in. And that’s why we are put through so many powerful challenges in life to make sure our ego is opened up— and thus the love of God is able to soften our heart.

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“Retraining the Unconscious Mind”

Science now feels that our conscious mind uses about 1 billion neurons and our unconscious mind uses about four times that amount. Most people take the unconscious mind for granted, but the reality is that our unconscious mind is really running the show. And whenever we do anything our choices are always influenced by our unconscious mind. Thus it’s important to make sure that our unconscious mind and conscious mind are on the same page. But how do we do that?

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“We Create Our Karma”

“Great Spirit is the Great Awareness Watching Everything” It’s not that we have a path we have to follow without deviation, we have free will and free will means the power of choice, and our freedom of choice will never be taken away.

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