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The human body is a masterpiece, a marvel of evolution that has allowed us to survive and thrive in spite of many odds. However, the modern world presents new challenges that our bodies need to be equipped to handle. From the constant bombardment of information and the rampant pollution of our environment to the exploitation […]
Overall wellbeing and gut health go interchangeably. The microflora in our gut contains five to 10 times as many cells as the 37 trillion cells that make up the human body. In fact, 70% of our immune system resides in the gut, so it’s no secret that our gut health affects all parts of our […]
Does it seem impossible to find the right romantic partner, one who’s perfect for you in all the most important ways? Well it isn’t. There’s just a secret about how to go about searching that you’ll need to learn. Most of us have at least a few ideas of what we’re looking for in a […]
Connecting with our body is an innate quality. We often see young children leave food or ice cream on their plates and just walk away, with “I’m full.” But unfortunately, this natural connection weakens as we grow up, in part due to conditioning from guardians telling us to “finish our plate” or simply eating when […]
Sooner or later most relationships are headed to the battleground. After the initial infatuation and honeymoon, conflict and struggle for power and control often appear. Many realize this and are reluctant to enter a relationship due to fear of the hurt, rejection and loss that may be coming up ahead. It can be so painful […]
Getting sound sleep is crucial for our physical, mental, and emotional health, yet millions of Americans struggle with sleep problems. Eat for better sleep: Lighten Up what you eat, especially in the evening. Big dinners make you temporarily sleepy but may prolong digestion, which can interfere with quality sleep. Eat larger meals earlier in the day […]
‘Tis the season for buying holiday gifts for our loved ones! But instead of trying to find the perfect gift, how can we make this year’s gifts truly meaningful? Here are three tips for finding truly meaningful holiday gifts: 1) Choose Innate Value Over Perceived Value: Name brand bags, shoes, cars, and toys are all […]
I struggle with serenity, the not having it as a state of being. I wake in the dark of night, uncomfortable in my bed, in physical pain, going over conversations I had during the day or heard on the TV that most probably are the cause of that pain. Though I know serenity is achievable […]
As you walk the spiritual path, many truths will be revealed. This opens the mind to new possibilities and inspirations. Gathering mystical knowledge is exciting, but as the philosopher and mystic Abu Hamid Al-Ghazali so famously taught, “Knowledge without use is useless.” It’s essential to illuminate the mind, yet until you actually go through the […]
I was coaching a woman who had been out of work for a while. Then she was offered a job she really liked. “I feel guilty because I am so excited about taking the job,” she told me. “My spiritual studies tell me I am not supposed to want things.” I told her, “It’s fine […]