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Breakups: What you need to remember if it happens to you…

September 16, 2016 by Power of Positivity

Everyone’s been there at some point – losing the love of their lives and having to pick up the pieces in the storm’s aftermath. We can’t predict losing someone we love, just as we can’t predict much else in this world. Sometimes, the love we thought we had just disappeared, and we must try to understand it.

We have to move on. We must also learn the lessons from the breakup and try to mend our hearts in the process. Breakups can feel as heart-wrenching as the grief you feel after a relative passes away; the hole in your heart makes you feel empty, lost, and broken.

However, even though breakups can tear you apart and steal your smiles in the short term, they teach important lessons in the long term. Also, they remind you that you can feel and that enough should make one thankful to exist on this beautiful planet.

The fact that you can feel sadness means you can, in turn, feel happy once again after the pain has subsided and your heart has healed. So, if you are/have gone through a difficult breakup recently, keep on reading for some words of encouragement.

If you’re going through a breakup, this is for you…

Take a moment, right now, to breathe. Breathe in life; breathe out fear and sadness. Breathe because it centers, grounds, and reminds you that you have a purpose. You came here to this planet to learn lessons for your personal journey, which inevitably includes getting hurt from time to time.

Even if you thought you were with the love of your life, you WILL get through this. This, too, shall pass. You have to face your feelings and not run from them. Honor yourself if you don’t want to get out of bed for a few days. Do what feels right for you, and move on at your own pace.

Get your feelings out in a healthy manner. Talk to friends and family, keep a journal, sing breakup songs, go to the gym, sweat out your anger, etc.

The worst thing you could do right now is keep those feelings inside because they will end up haunting you. They’ll sabotage your happiness and chance at moving on and create resentment. If you and your ex still talk, you might consider telling them how you feel. This way, you can release all those heavy emotions and start healing.

Most importantly, always remember that you can create a new form of happiness. If you associate your ex with happiness, remember the time before you met them.

What else made you happy before they entered into your life?

See, you can probably list at least a few things, right? Well then, you’ve reached a powerful conclusion: if you found happiness before the love of your life, then you CAN find it again. Our minds work in mysterious ways – we can get so wrapped up in the mere existence of someone that it becomes all we see.

However, once they leave the picture, we act as if we lost everything and have nothing left. In the process, we also forget about everything else we have going for us in our lives. We forget about the activities, places, and other people that bring us joy.

Don’t get me wrong, breakups absolutely hurt, and can take a while to get over. They might cause you to hide under your covers and forget the world some days, but it won’t stay that way forever. The pain will subside, and you’ll start to see the light at the end of the tunnel.

Final Thought on Dealing With a Breakup

So, if you’re going through a tough breakup right now, keep this in mind – no pain lasts forever, and you will find something else that makes you feel alive. It doesn’t even have to be another person; it can be a new hobby, a passion, a dream.

During the healing process, truly take time to get to know yourself again. Breakups, while painful, make a great opportunity to explore yourself further and grow as a person.

Many times, we lose pieces of ourselves during a breakup or an unhealthy relationship, so consider it a blessing from the universe. It wants you to rediscover the parts of yourself that you lost, and become a whole person again.

Breakups may feel like the end of the world, but they’re just the beginning of a whole new one. Never forget that.

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10 Reasons to Try Oil Pulling

September 15, 2016 by Power of Positivity

You brush twice daily, you use mouthwash, you floss meticulously. Why do we need to even bother with something that sounds like a process akin to siphoning engine oil from a combined harvester? Yes, Old McDonald did have a farm, but in his mouth it is “with an Ugh! Ugh! here, with an Ugh! Ugh! there”. This particular technique – oil pulling – is centuries old that can make your mouth’s day… and week… and month… you grasp the concept. It is also au naturel, so there are no harmful chemicals and your smile will shine brighter than JLo’s rocks when she was still Jenny from the block!

What is this technique? And what happens to my mouth?

First up, we must clarify what it is. Long story short, it is putting organic oil in your gob (e.g. coconut oil), swishing and swirling it in there for twenty minutes just like a mouthwash, then spitting it out. However, not down the sink because that can clog up your pipes; you have been warned. It works as the oil sticks to bacteria in your mouth, killing the bacteria stuck in the process. Now, on to what happens after twenty minutes of goodness. Here are the benefits below provided by James Colquhoun at Food Matters.

These Ten Things Happen To Your Body When You Try Oil Pulling

1. Oil pulling helps get rid of bacteria

“The oil possesses natural antibiotic and antiviral properties that helps break down plaque to clean teeth, which may result in a whiter appearance

2. Increases energy

“Removing the noxious culprits (bacteria) in the first instance by oil pulling lowers the amount of work our body has to do to function, which leaves us feeling a whole lot better.”

3. Detoxes the body

“The gateway to the body for such contamination (caused by bacteria) is the mouth. Therefore, in removing the toxins at the source before they get a chance to spread, the body undergoes a complete detox.”

4. Aids hormonal changes

“Without having to compete with foreign substances, hormones can behave as they should, functioning to their best ability without being thrown off balance.”

5. Reduces headaches

“When the body is under toxic stress, headaches and migraines occur. By eliminating bacteria from the body via oil pulling, headaches can be avoided.”

6. Oil pulling keeps the skin clear

“Removing toxins from the body that would otherwise make it into the bloodstream means the skin has a chance to shine (along with more JLo bling perhaps?). Rashes and skin issues often reduce dramatically, or even clear up completely.”

7. Promotes oral hygiene

“Oil pulling is highly effective at reducing tooth cavities and at eradicating bad breath. It also helps with plaque-induced gingivitis.”

Please remember not to give up if you do not get the desired effect. Every case is different with varying factors, as explained by Colquhoun:

8. Prevents gingivitis and cavities

Another health benefit is that it prevents gingivitis and periodontitis. Oil pulling with sunflower or sesame oil, especially if they’re cold-pressed oils, removes bacteria, protozoa, and viruses from your mouth and oral cavity. They found that oil pulling for 40 days with sesame oil can reduce oral bacteria that cause dental cavities. Oil pulling reduces plaque build-up associated with gingivitis and cavities when used along with mouthwash, brushing, and flossing. Almond oil was the best oil to prevent gingivitis, and olive oil was the best oil to slow down plaque build-up.

9. Oil pulling improves your gum health

Oil pulling can reduce the bacteria responsible for cavities, peritonitis, and gingivitis. Your gums will get healthier, pink, and healthy. Practicing regular oil pulling improves the health of your gums and reduces inflammation.

10. Benefits your other organs

Your oral health affects your organs, such as your heart, kidneys, and lungs. Oil pulling reduces the bacteria and toxins from your body by getting trapped in the oil and then spit out.

How to Perform Oil Pulling

You should practice oil pulling first thing in the morning before breakfast while your stomach is still empty. Take one tablespoon of your preferred oil and swish it around in your mouth for at least twenty minutes. Force the oil out of your mouth, spitting it out between your teeth. The oil should become white and thin. After spilling out all the oil, rinse your mouth with warm tap water. Afterward, you can brush your teeth and rinse with mouthwash. Never spit out the oil into your bathroom sink because it’ll clog up your drain. Instead, spit the oil into a paper towel or a trashcan.

Warning:

Avoid swallowing the oil while oil pulling since it contains bacteria and toxins. Be careful not to aspirate the oil into your lungs. Always stand or sit when you are oil pulling. You can practice oil pulling several times a day. Just be sure your stomach is empty between meals for the best effects.

Other Benefits of Oil Pulling

There are other benefits of oil pulling that are worth noting. These include:

Improve your hair condition
Can help reduce joint pain
Strengthens your gums, jaw, and teeth
Helps improve body odor
Increase your metabolism
Helps sore throat
Strengthen your senses

What are the negatives of oil pulling?

As with so many things, oil pulling has some potential negatives. These include:

Use of oil pulling instead of regular oral care-It’s important that you continue to practice good oral care such as regular brushing, flossing, and mouth wash.
It’s time-consuming.
The strain on your mouth-Vigorous swishing can make your mouth and jaw ache.
The oil tastes bad
You need to be careful not to swallow or aspirate the oil

What are the best oils to use for oil pulling?

Several oils work effectively. These include the following:

Sesame oil
Olive oil
Sunflower oil
Coconut oil

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Editor’s Note: Updated 11/30/2023 to remove direct claim of whitening, but to aid in breakdown of plaque, resulting in a whiter appearance.

Do You Fidget? Here’s Why It’s Actually Good For Your Health

September 15, 2016 by Power of Positivity

Some people just cannot sit still for extended periods of time. They bounce their legs, play with pens in their hand or rock back and forth in their seat. Normally this is distracting and annoying if you are sharing a beach seat with a leg shaker, in a movie theater. But recent research has shown that bouncing your leg up and down while seated has some remarkable benefits to your health.

Do You Fidget? Here’s Why It’s Actually Good For Your Health

Sitting for long periods of time can create deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in your lower legs. A DVT is a blood clot that lodges in the veins in your lower leg. This can lead to swelling of the ankle and pitting edema around the joint. Basically, blood backs up in the veins and prevents fluid from crossing the barrier into the vein, creating the swelling in the area. The pitting means that when you push into the flesh with your finger, it does not immediately bounce back like normal but leaves an indentation. This usually stems from an underlying cardiovascular issue.

When you bounce your leg up and down, you increase blood flow to the area, preventing your platelets from sticking together and creating a clot. The sheer stress of flowing blood keeps the venous walls smooth and prevents clots and other blockages from occurring. The researchers knew that bouncing your leg would have some cardiovascular benefit, but were surprised to find just how much such a small action could have on sedentary people. They tested twelve subjects and had them bounce only one leg on and off for three hours. They then measured the blood flow through the popliteal artery in the lower leg. They found that the fidgeting leg had an increase in blood flow, while the stationary leg had a decrease in blood flow over the three hour period.

While the researchers only tested one leg, they recommend that people who do work while sitting at a desk for long periods of time bounce both legs every few minutes to help promote blood flow to their lower legs. While this is no substitute for regular walking or other exercise, any movement in the legs of sedentary workers is better than no movement at all. You can also do this while watching your favorite television show, at a sports game or even in a long movie. It is also recommended that on long airline flights, you keep your legs moving and get up and walk around for a few minutes every hour.

Cardiovascular disease describes a large range of conditions concerning the heart, and is one of the leading causes of death in the US. Fidgeting at your desk is not a replacement for a regular exercise program and healthy eating habits, but it can help. Another thing that helps with cardiovascular health is to take the stairs instead of an elevator or escalator. Get up and move around every hour at your desk for a few minutes during the day, even if you just stand up and walk to the water fountain for a drink or to use the restroom. The body needs to stay moving in order to be healthy, and studies have shown that sitting for long periods of time is bad for your health and can lead to a host of medical conditions.

Something else that has become increasingly popular is to raise your work station high enough that you can stand at it while you work on your computer. Once the domain of eccentrics like Hemingway, standing while working has been proven to eliminate the health risks of prolonged sitting. Some people have even gone as far as mounting their laptops on a treadmill so they could slowly walk while they work.

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These Vibrational Energy Experiments Prove How The Music You Listen To Alters Your Reality

September 14, 2016 by Power of Positivity

Water sustains a large part of our human anatomy. According to H.H. Mitchell, Journal of Biological Chemistry 158, the brain and heart are composed of 73% water, and the lungs are about 83% water. The skin contains 64% water, muscles and kidneys are 79%, and even the bones are watery: 31%. The molecular structure, H2O, has unique physical and metaphysical properties. Water adapts to carrying all types of information in the body. It is affected by vibrational patterns.

In his famous research, Japanese scientist Dr. Masaru Emoto discovered the vibrational properties of how water molecules change in regards to frequency, energy, and sounds. He captured these images in photographs and documented his findings in his book, Hidden Messages in Water. He concluded that water can read and store the frequency and energy of anything. This could be via a physical object or thoughts and emotions.

Water, as it turns out, can be changed by the thoughts that you carry. Dr. Emoto took pictures of the patterns that the molecules created with thoughts, music and other vibrations once the water was frozen. He exposed the water to many degrees of sound, affirmations and prayers.

These Vibrational Energy Experiments Prove How The Music You Listen To Alters Your Reality

The scientist also studied how music affected the composition of water. Water that was exposed to different types of music showed a variety of results. Music that was soothing and relaxing, such as classical, produced lovely crystals, while crystals exposed to heavy metal, aggressive or sad music deformed them. The vibration of music via words or tone changed the water compositions in a drastic manner.

Can you imagine how every thought, sound and environmental change influences your body structure? We can heal ourselves by shifting our thoughts and emotions to positive ones. We can alter our DNA by also changing the music that we listen to. It’s incredibly empowering to be able to adjust our senses, how we think, what we see, and what we listen to in order to heal our bodies. The water in our bodies and in the earth are healed by how we choose to process the things around us.

Aristotle said, “The energy of the mind is the essence of life.” Could he have tapped into the secrets and hidden messages of water? Music can alter the neurotransmitters in the brain and hormones, therefore the water in our bodies is being altered.

Through all the examples that Dr. Emoto used for his experiment, there was a huge change in one type of vibration. Music, words, or affirmations that used the word “Love” became the most beautiful of all shapes. The most powerful effects of crystals was formed when he used the phrase, “love and gratitude.” This suggested that anything that vibrated to a high frequency carried a much stronger energetic influence in the body. Therefore, soft music, love songs and melodies that raise you to feel good also alter your health. For example, the song, “Amazing Grace” has one of the most beautiful crystallized compositions, while the song by Elvis Presley called “Heartbreak Hotel” shows the crystals distorted.

According to ancient studies, A= 432 Hz is said to be the mathematics of universal and sacred geometry. 432 Hz vibrates with the math fundamental to nature. According to Brain T. Collins, a musician and researcher, the standard pitch (A=440 Hz) does not harmonize on any level that corresponds to cosmic movement, rhythm, or natural vibration. The greatest musicians, such as Mozart and Verdi, based their music on the natural vibration of A=432. It’s true that it is only 8 vibrations per second different from the standard tuning, but this small difference seems to be remarkable to our human consciousness.

There’s a growing musical and metaphysical movement for recovering optimal integrity in the music industry and spirituality through the 432Hz tuning. In April 2008, Dutch journalist Richard Huisken founded the ‘back to 432 Hz’ committee, claiming that this original tuning was used in ancient cultures and is found on antique instruments like the Stradivarius violin.

The sounds you listen to alter your perception of everything around you. As in Dr. Emoto’s studies, vibrations can hurt or cure you. But, how does music affect our bodies?

Music brings about emotional and altered states of reality. Music can make a person feel different things. Dr. Emoto says, “To give your positive or negative attention to something is a way of giving energy. The most damaging form of behavior is withholding your attention.” He also concluded in his research that “Dramatic and sudden changes in the body’s frequency result in great pain and damage. In such cases, treatment must involve equal or stronger frequencies to be effective — often having to do with the scalpel. Sharp instruments, by nature, have a higher frequency….” Therefore, changes in music can also alter your thought processing, your behavior, and your perception to what is your reality.

How we react to the world around us influences our bodies and actions. Picking the type of music you listen to isn’t so much a conscious choice as it is a feeling. Learning to keep your vibrational body intact requires a little work. When you shift your music choices, you are also affecting your body in a metaphysical level. The vibration of your music can make you mentally, spiritually and physically ill or cure you from some major issues. Dr. Emoto says, “Water carries our thoughts and prayers, as you are water yourself. No matter where you are, your prayers will be carried to the rest of the world.”

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Prepare For A Huge Energy Shift on September 16, 2016 – RARE Lunar Eclipse In Pisces

September 14, 2016 by Power of Positivity

The month of September is remarkable for astronomy and astrology in that there is both a new moon and solar eclipse on September 1st and a full moon and lunar eclipse on September 16th. Not only that, but there is a second new moon in the month of September falling on the 30th. In addition to all of that, as if it weren’t enough, Mercury is in its retrograde path right now through September 22nd. This article will tell you what all of these astrological events can mean for you in the coming month so read on and know how to prepare.

We won’t be able to see the lunar eclipse on September 16th in North and South America, but the rest of the world may be able to. Not to worry, because the moon will be in its new phase, making it difficult to see anyway. The eclipse will also begin during daylight hours for North and South America and after the moon has already set in the East slightly before 8:00am Eastern time, which is another reason why it will not be visible. Although you may not get to see it, the eclipse’s impact can often be felt.

The Full Moon and Lunar Eclipse on September 16th: Here’s What It Means For You

This will be a penumbral eclipse which means that the moon is passing through the lighter part of the Earth’s shadow, not the darkest part. As a result, those who will get to see the eclipse will only see a slight fading of the light of the moon’s normal light. The eclipse will be visible from Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia, and the western Pacific Ocean.

What science tells us about the full moon lunar eclipse on September 16th

Does the eclipse affect human behavior? We believe that it does, but in ways that might not be as noticeable for us as it is for other animals. Most research has focused on the effects of the full moon for humans, which are many, and which happen regularly every month. These can be anything from problems falling asleep during the full moon, to more hospital admissions.

The full moon may affect some likelihood of accidents, for people who may be distracted by the full moon and the eclipse as they see it, and also for our pets. In a study of 11,940 cases at the Colorado State University Veterinary Medical Center, researchers found that there was an increased risk of emergency room visits for cats and dogs, 23 percent higher for felines and 28 percent higher for canines on the days surrounding the full moon.

Researchers studied primates and their responses to the natural cycles of sunlight and moonlight. They discovered that for monkeys, and likely for other primates, exposure to moonlight is necessary for their normal behavior. The monkeys were observed to stop moving entirely during the dim light of three lunar eclipses. The eclipses fell during a time when the nocturnal animals would normally be highly active.

What you need to know about the lunar eclipse and your astrological sign

This lunar eclipse falls in the sign of Pisces, which means that for this sign, born February 19th through March 20th, it will have a special significance. Also highly affected by this eclipse will be Gemini, Virgo, and Sagittarius.

Darkstarastrology.com has the following insights regarding the full moon lunar eclipse on September 16th:

Wild mood swings affecting many people during this time. You may also notice greater relationship instability. People will be more aware of their public persona and how they are perceived by others during the eclipse. We will be driven to seek attention and we may act out because of this need. We should seek to focus on healing inner issues of self-worth so that the self is valued and is not dependent on the opinions of others.

Two stars from the constellation Pegasus are also involved with the full moon lunar eclipse. They will bring good luck to those who are willing to work hard, mental focus and clarity, help for those who are working toward a cause, and both good and bad luck in the form of accidents. Caution is recommended, especially during travel at this time.

The moon’s position relative to Venus may bring people’s desire for justice to a boiling point. Seeking revenge to balance the scales for past hurts is not advisable, now or ever. You may be overly attentive to the needs of others, so feel free to reserve some time to focus on yourself instead.

Mars in Sagittarius at the time of the eclipse is a good reminder to watch your tongue because you may accidentally hurt others with your sharp words when you didn’t intend to.

All of this astrological activity is also happening at a time of Mercury being in retrograde August 30th through September 22nd. Focus on keeping communication lighthearted and positive because you might be pulled into arguments too easily. Prepare for potential delays, frustrations, and lost items. Backup your data often, just to be safe and be extra cautious when planning travel. Keep spending to a minimum and avoid large purchases. The time of mercury retrograde is also a time when you are advised to avoid starting new work or signing any legal documents.

Why Strong People Attract Difficult Relationships

September 14, 2016 by Power of Positivity

It is never smooth sailing for strong people. They go and tackle every obstacle, solve every problem, pass every test put in front of them. Still, they seem to attract difficult relationships.

Yet they get home only to find out their dearest love is upset with them for having forgot that it was their turn to do the dishes. You would think that their life is all rosy and from the outside looking in, it appears that way. This could not be further from the truth.

Sometimes these relationships are actually the hardest tests that strong people have in their lives. It is not unheard of to have both mental and physical violence in them, along with manipulation and constant rowing.

Why is this?

Why Strong People Attract Difficult Relationships

The answer may lie in the fact that these people are completely in their comfort zones, and this changes when coexistence is in play.

This makes the strong suffer with more baggage to deal with than first thought, having already exorcised their own demons by themselves. There is also the explanation of wanting to go through another process of self-discovery of learning more and growing further via another, like a repeat of the butterfly leaving its cocoon.

There are three types of relationships that strong people are attracted to: the soulmate relationship, the healing relationship, and the karmic relationship.

Soulmate Relationship

They attract this type so much that they have had a few of them. Working on this type requires a lot of it. It is exhausting, stressful, yet it can be rewarding. However, soul growth is the main aim here.

It is in this type of relationship that the aforementioned self-discovery is attained. This is because, when in a romantic union, their flaws are apparent. As understood from earlier, soulmate relationships do not necessarily imply that it will last forever, but the effects of the relationship could.

Healing a Difficult Relationship

Strong people tend to be healers also. They are the go-to person for a consoling hug, a shoulder to cry on, an ear to listen, a proverbial sponge to soak up sadness. Therefore, they attract someone who requires this kind of strength.

The benefits are never one-sided, unless the someone in the relationship is taking advantage. If that is the case, abort mission now! Also, if the strong feel emotionally “drained” from constant healing, take a step back and just enjoy being in the company of the other half. That is what life is about, after all.

Karmic Relationship

Baggage from this life is tough, let alone past lives, the breaking of the shackles of things that happened long ago. It can make you feel confused and annoyed, stopping you from moving ahead. This type of relationship can be full-on, especially at the start when euphoria from something new and exciting is at its highest.

There can be an intense pull or revulsion, depending on the mood of both participants of the relationship at the time. Releasing old hurts is very therapeutic and rewarding, which is why the Universe is throwing strong people from one into another, purifying and cleansing along the way.

What can strong people do? In a nutshell:

1. Let go and allow themselves to go into autopilot within the relationship. Like the cliché says: “Go with the flow.”

2. Move past obstacles hampering their reception of love. Strong people, due to their independence, do not let many in emotionally, therefore minimising the likelihood of being vulnerable.

3. Let the experiences strengthen them as people and as lovers. Let these experiences nurture them and learn from them.

4. Concentrate on the self. Loving yourself truly will help immensely towards reaching goals within the current relationship.

5. If the relationship is difficult, embrace it and move forward. Sometimes the most difficult relationships are also the most helpful.

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These Ten Things Happen To Your Body When You Try Oil Pulling

1. Oil pulling helps get rid of bacteria

2. Increases energy

3. Detoxes the body

4. Aids hormonal changes

5. Reduces headaches

6. Oil pulling keeps the skin clear

7. Promotes oral hygiene

8. Prevents gingivitis and cavities

9. Oil pulling improves your gum health

10. Benefits your other organs

How to Perform Oil Pulling

Other Benefits of Oil Pulling

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Editor’s Note: Updated 11/30/2023 to remove direct claim of whitening, but to aid in breakdown of plaque, resulting in a whiter appearance.

Do You Fidget? Here’s Why It’s Actually Good For Your Health

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These Vibrational Energy Experiments Prove How The Music You Listen To Alters Your Reality

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What you need to know about the lunar eclipse and your astrological sign

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