Have A Great Holiday. See You Nest Year!
Until then keep in mind the experience of a young man who suffered a major spinal injury in a car accident.
The injury was so bad that doctors told his family that Randy would never walk again --something they didn't dare tell him.
As a result, totally unaware of the doctors' prognosis Randy lay in a hospital bed practicing the deep breathing exercises he normally used in combination with Tai chi to build and maintain his physical and mental health. He also mentally went through these Tai chi exercises as he lay there.
Miraculously after two weeks he could could move a finger and six months later Randy was back in his Tai chi class. He had to start all over again at the beginner's level, but he did progress and recover from his spinal injury.
So never say something is impossible too quickly. With the right "tools" and determination just about anything is possible.
Wednesday, December 19, 2012
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
The Cause of Newtowns
In the post below you'll see that experts claim Asperger's disease would not have been the cause of the Newtown Tragedy -- and that is true.
One of the major causes of such violence is the steady diet of violence and mayhem we are fed not only through daily television programs but also video and other games.
True, such a steady diet of murder does not cause everyone to go off the deep end and murder or hurt others -- but it does affect too many young minds (often already floundering in a sea of emotional problems already) in this way.
The route to ending or reducing such carnage is not just through stricter gun control in the United States and other countries but also the elimination or reduction in violence we are feeding our minds with through television programs, movies, and video and computer games -- not to mention the newest craze: professional kick boxing or mixed martial arts contests.
A steady diet of such bloody mayhem has to affect the brains of all of us -- to various degrees; you have to remember that members of the Special Forces reportedly go through a desensitization to killing and then a reverse process (which sometimes does not work) when they leave the miliary so a steady diet of violent programs and games has to cause, at least somewhat, the same effects in the minds of persons addicted to such things.
With all of this our society today is very similar to the last days of the Roman Empire during which much of the ruling class and the rest of Roman society became obsessed with violent gladatorial contests. We have to expect more Newtowns unless we change as a society.
One of the major causes of such violence is the steady diet of violence and mayhem we are fed not only through daily television programs but also video and other games.
True, such a steady diet of murder does not cause everyone to go off the deep end and murder or hurt others -- but it does affect too many young minds (often already floundering in a sea of emotional problems already) in this way.
The route to ending or reducing such carnage is not just through stricter gun control in the United States and other countries but also the elimination or reduction in violence we are feeding our minds with through television programs, movies, and video and computer games -- not to mention the newest craze: professional kick boxing or mixed martial arts contests.
A steady diet of such bloody mayhem has to affect the brains of all of us -- to various degrees; you have to remember that members of the Special Forces reportedly go through a desensitization to killing and then a reverse process (which sometimes does not work) when they leave the miliary so a steady diet of violent programs and games has to cause, at least somewhat, the same effects in the minds of persons addicted to such things.
With all of this our society today is very similar to the last days of the Roman Empire during which much of the ruling class and the rest of Roman society became obsessed with violent gladatorial contests. We have to expect more Newtowns unless we change as a society.
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Cyborgs?
More and more "experts" claim we are becoming cyborgs.
For another thought provoking feature on the topic below click on: www.newyorktimes.com
For another thought provoking feature on the topic below click on: www.newyorktimes.com
ON The Wrong Course with Heart Protection
Are trying to lower your cholesterol level -- and keep it down?
If so, you are on the wrong course to protect your heart according to guest doctors on the Dr. Oz Show today.
Even Dr. Oz was surprised by this as a young doctor he was taught that high cholesterol is the culprit everyone must beware of.
But this idea is a myth according to these doctors.
For more information click on www.doctoroz.com
P.S.
Guest doctors on the show today also mentioned how some alternative remedies such as hibiscis tea are just as effective at lowering blood pressure as some pharmaceutical remdies.
For one sour ce of information on this click on www.informationnigeria.org
If so, you are on the wrong course to protect your heart according to guest doctors on the Dr. Oz Show today.
Even Dr. Oz was surprised by this as a young doctor he was taught that high cholesterol is the culprit everyone must beware of.
But this idea is a myth according to these doctors.
For more information click on www.doctoroz.com
P.S.
Guest doctors on the show today also mentioned how some alternative remedies such as hibiscis tea are just as effective at lowering blood pressure as some pharmaceutical remdies.
For one sour ce of information on this click on www.informationnigeria.org
Monday, December 10, 2012
Another Market Crash Coming -- This Year?
Are we about to be hit by another stock market crash before the end of this year?
I don't know. But according this mornings e-mail from to Insider Wealth Alert, an online journal, because of a number of colliding factors yes we could face another -- devastating -- crash within the next two weeks.
...worth checking out
I don't know. But according this mornings e-mail from to Insider Wealth Alert, an online journal, because of a number of colliding factors yes we could face another -- devastating -- crash within the next two weeks.
...worth checking out
Code Word Fallacy
Trust your password to protect your bank account -- or computer?
Most of us do but you should see what the latest copy of Wired magazine has to say about this trust.
Just remember, just like terrorists who are continually looking for new ways to circumvent our protective systems to destroy us , other criminals are constantly looking for new ways to rob or defraud us.
We can't be complacent and should be looking for new ways to protect ourselves.
P.S. Incidentally those small wallets that can protect your personal data on credit and other cards are now easy to find in stores.
Most of us do but you should see what the latest copy of Wired magazine has to say about this trust.
Just remember, just like terrorists who are continually looking for new ways to circumvent our protective systems to destroy us , other criminals are constantly looking for new ways to rob or defraud us.
We can't be complacent and should be looking for new ways to protect ourselves.
P.S. Incidentally those small wallets that can protect your personal data on credit and other cards are now easy to find in stores.
Friday, December 7, 2012
Nurses Death A Perfect Example
This nurse's death, as reported in the post below, is a perfect example of the need for people to stop and think about how their action -- even if no harm is intended -- are going to affect other people.
Thursday, December 6, 2012
When Was The Last Time?
When was the last time you were in touch with the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre?
It's not a bad idea to make it a regular practice. Simply type in: Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre to keep up to date on all types of scams -- including identify theft.
One of the latest scams you will find information on there is the one where you received a message --allegedly from either CSIS or the RCMP telling you that you're computer has been locked down because it was suspected of being involved in child pornography and that you have to pay $100.00 to have it unlocked.
But make sure you check on the different types of identity theft scams that keep popping up and how you can protect yourself.
It's not a bad idea to make it a regular practice. Simply type in: Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre to keep up to date on all types of scams -- including identify theft.
One of the latest scams you will find information on there is the one where you received a message --allegedly from either CSIS or the RCMP telling you that you're computer has been locked down because it was suspected of being involved in child pornography and that you have to pay $100.00 to have it unlocked.
But make sure you check on the different types of identity theft scams that keep popping up and how you can protect yourself.
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Monday, December 3, 2012
Wednesday, November 28, 2012
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
Three Stress Fighting Strategies
According to Dr. Oz, today on his television show, people typically react to stress in three different ways -- and there are three ways to cope with it.
On his show today he had an Alternative Health stress expert who explained, illustrated by the experiences of three different women, that people will blowup like a volcano when put through a series of stressful moments like having to wait in lines or in traffic throughout the day; simmer slowly from continual exposure to stress throughout the day, such as the teacher who taught 20 young people during the day then came home and had to care for four young children; or bottle up the stress and keep it all internalized, like the housewife who made up the third member of his panel, who bottle up stress created by a hectic schedule.
In the end all suffered from pains or cramps as well a other reactions to the stress pressure cooker.
The remedy for the lady suffering volcanic symptoms of stressful conditions is to take a shot of Siberian Ginseng before or after enduring stressful conditions (The bottle is a good size to easily carry around in your purse or briefcase.), for the simmering lady t he remedy is 1,000 mg of Vitamin C. first thing in the morning; and for the third lady, 5-10- drops of Passion Flowers drops each day.
Dr. Oz's expert assured listeners that these three alternative health care products will help you to deal with all types of stressful conditions.
That is much better than resorting to alcohol or pharmaceutical remedies -- which often create more problems than stress does.
(For more information on this check with the Dr. Oz Show Web site: www.dr.oz.com)
On his show today he had an Alternative Health stress expert who explained, illustrated by the experiences of three different women, that people will blowup like a volcano when put through a series of stressful moments like having to wait in lines or in traffic throughout the day; simmer slowly from continual exposure to stress throughout the day, such as the teacher who taught 20 young people during the day then came home and had to care for four young children; or bottle up the stress and keep it all internalized, like the housewife who made up the third member of his panel, who bottle up stress created by a hectic schedule.
In the end all suffered from pains or cramps as well a other reactions to the stress pressure cooker.
The remedy for the lady suffering volcanic symptoms of stressful conditions is to take a shot of Siberian Ginseng before or after enduring stressful conditions (The bottle is a good size to easily carry around in your purse or briefcase.), for the simmering lady t he remedy is 1,000 mg of Vitamin C. first thing in the morning; and for the third lady, 5-10- drops of Passion Flowers drops each day.
Dr. Oz's expert assured listeners that these three alternative health care products will help you to deal with all types of stressful conditions.
That is much better than resorting to alcohol or pharmaceutical remedies -- which often create more problems than stress does.
(For more information on this check with the Dr. Oz Show Web site: www.dr.oz.com)
Monday, November 26, 2012
Grapefruit, Medicine Interaction Warning Expanded
Grapefruit, Medicine Interaction Warning Expanded: ABC News’ Ben Maas reports: It has long been known that grapefruit juice can pose dangerous — and even deadly — risks when taken along with certain medications. Now, experts warn the list of medications that can result in these interactions is longer than many...
Spread Egg White on Burns for Complete Recover
A Burn treatment from Chickens! Yes ! The trick is to take fresh eggs, separate the white from the yolk and spread the whites on the burn.
This is a remedy taught to new firemen according to Heather Nightingale, Regional Manager of Make Up For Ever in Canada.
Here is what she says, and it is really worth check out:
" A young man was sprinkking his lawn and bushes with pesticides and wanted to check t he contents of the barrel to see how much pesticide remained in it.
" He raised the cover and lit his lighter; the vapors ignited and engulfed him. He jumped from his truck screaming.
"His neighbor ran out of her house with a dozen eggs and a bowl yelling "bring me some more eggs!'
"She broken them separating the whites from yokes. [Another woman helped her to apply the whites to the young man's face.
"When the EMT's arrived and saw the young man's face they asked who had done this and everyone pointed to the lady in charge.
"They congratulated her and said, "You saved the man's face.'
"By the end of the summer the young man brought the lady a bouquet of flowers to thank her and his face was like a baby's skin.
"Keep in mind this treatment for burns is being included in teaching beginner firemen. First Aids consists of first spraying cold water on the effected area until the heat is reduced which stops the continued burning of all areas of the skin. Then, spread the egg whites onto the affected area.
"One woman burned a large area of her hand with boiling water. In spite of the pain she poured cold faucet water on her hand, separated 2 egg whites from the yokes and beat them slightly and dipped her hand into the solutions. The egg whites then dried and formed protective layer.
"She later learned that the egg white is a natural collagen and continued at least one hour applying layer after layer of egg white.
" By mid afternoon she no longer felt any pain and by the next day there was no trace of the burn. Ten days later there was no trace at all and her skin had returned to its natural color.
"The burned area was completely regenerated thanks to the natural collagen in the egg whites, a placenta full of vitamins.
( For more information on this cure contact Heather Nightingale, Regional Sales Manager at Make Up Forever Canada and Professional Make Up Artists and Educator.)
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
Think First Before Throwing The Balls Into The Air!
Whatever you intend to do -- think first. Once you've thrown those balls up into the air -- no matter how many you have to cope with -- you have to keep juggling them as best you can -- if you want to succeed at all.
The things is -- how many balls can you really handle at a time?
The things is -- how many balls can you really handle at a time?
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Protect Yourself From Scams
If all the promises of wealth through inheritances and job and investment opportunities I received through the Internet and other sources I'd be right up with the sharks on the Shark Tank right now, but alas everyone has been a scam.
Many people, especially when they find themselves in desperate financial conditions, fall for these and up in even more desperate situations.
You can protect yourself from these things, however, by checking out suspicious -- and even not so suspicious offers -- first on such sites as The Canadian Anti Fraud Centre.
Just click on www.antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca. This particular site will show you how you can protect yourself and report scams and give you a good idea of the wide scope of the problem.
Some of the information includes warnings about such things as
on-line auctions and shopping scams; romance scams; hitman scams (designed to frighten and scam consumers); Facebook scams and others as well as "fighting fraud on the front lines" featuring advice on how to avoid becoming a victims of debit card, identity theft, and other types of scams.
Definitely worthwhile to check out.
Many people, especially when they find themselves in desperate financial conditions, fall for these and up in even more desperate situations.
You can protect yourself from these things, however, by checking out suspicious -- and even not so suspicious offers -- first on such sites as The Canadian Anti Fraud Centre.
Just click on www.antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca. This particular site will show you how you can protect yourself and report scams and give you a good idea of the wide scope of the problem.
Some of the information includes warnings about such things as
on-line auctions and shopping scams; romance scams; hitman scams (designed to frighten and scam consumers); Facebook scams and others as well as "fighting fraud on the front lines" featuring advice on how to avoid becoming a victims of debit card, identity theft, and other types of scams.
Definitely worthwhile to check out.
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
Are Others Tracking Your Movements?
Could others be tracking your movements unnoticed by you? These persons could be anybody: criminals, private investigators, business competitors, even, in some cases employers. It's really quite easy for them to do, but there are countermeasures you can take.
One of these countermeasures are check the rear tail lights on your vehicle once in a while. Sometimes surveillance operatives will drill small holes in your lights to make your vehicle easier to follow at night; that small hole will emit a small bright white light that can be easily seen from quite far away.
Anothersurveillance countermeasure is to have your local mechanic put the vehicle up on a hoist periodically (or regularly) and check for any GPS components have been attached somewhere underneath.
Still another measure is to vary the times and routes of your travels. Surveillance operatives could follow you from the time you leave home -- or they just might wait for you somewhere along the route to habitually take and follow you from there.
If you are in a situation or profession where you are subjected to these types of threats these types of countermeasures can help to thwart surveillance efforts.
One of these countermeasures are check the rear tail lights on your vehicle once in a while. Sometimes surveillance operatives will drill small holes in your lights to make your vehicle easier to follow at night; that small hole will emit a small bright white light that can be easily seen from quite far away.
Anothersurveillance countermeasure is to have your local mechanic put the vehicle up on a hoist periodically (or regularly) and check for any GPS components have been attached somewhere underneath.
Still another measure is to vary the times and routes of your travels. Surveillance operatives could follow you from the time you leave home -- or they just might wait for you somewhere along the route to habitually take and follow you from there.
If you are in a situation or profession where you are subjected to these types of threats these types of countermeasures can help to thwart surveillance efforts.
Monday, November 5, 2012
Monday, October 15, 2012
Excessive Fatigue May Warn of Heart Attack!
Are you or somebody you know suffering from excessive fatigue? It could be an early warning of heart problems Dr. Jean McSweeney of the Unversity of Arkansas for Medical Sciences warned us in an article in the international edition of The Miami Herald a way back in 2004.
It is a good warning to keep in mind as heart attacks are still the number one killer of women in North America and many women, such a close friend of mine, still do not seem to aware of the symptom and carry on with life as usual likely waiting for chest pains and other symptoms to alert them to possible heart problems.
The critical thing is that according to the study mentioned in this newspaper article only 30 percent of the women in the study reported chest pains as a early warning of heart problems while 71 percent endured excessive fatigue for more than a month before the heart attack.
So if women acted on this symptom, according to McSweeney, they could save their lives.
That, of course, applies to men as well -- no matter how old they are -- because more young persons are falling from heart attacks quite suddenly.
( See "Smoke" Below)
It is a good warning to keep in mind as heart attacks are still the number one killer of women in North America and many women, such a close friend of mine, still do not seem to aware of the symptom and carry on with life as usual likely waiting for chest pains and other symptoms to alert them to possible heart problems.
The critical thing is that according to the study mentioned in this newspaper article only 30 percent of the women in the study reported chest pains as a early warning of heart problems while 71 percent endured excessive fatigue for more than a month before the heart attack.
So if women acted on this symptom, according to McSweeney, they could save their lives.
That, of course, applies to men as well -- no matter how old they are -- because more young persons are falling from heart attacks quite suddenly.
( See "Smoke" Below)
More Evidence of Smoking Dangers
Here's a story which proves -- again -- the dangers of second hand smoke from the an older (2004) edition of The Wall Street Journal.
This persuasive piece of evidence comes from Helena, Montana. Investigators discovered that in this city when a ban was enforced in bars, restaurants and other indoor businesses there was a 60% reduction in hospital admissions for heart attacks in the 6 months it was in force.
However, business owners fearing a loss of business were apparently successful in getting a judge to overturn the smoking ban and smokers resumed their lethal habit -- and the hospital admissions for heart attacks returned to their previous levels.
As cardiologist, Sidney Smith observed. "This is a strong piece of evidence of the need to avoid the dangers of second hand smoke."
Such an overturning of an indoor smoking ban likely wouldn't happen today with most cities enforcing such bans, but if you are still a person who smokes in the car you can imagine the harm that you are inflicting on yourself and your passengers.
(See: "Never Do This" Below)
This persuasive piece of evidence comes from Helena, Montana. Investigators discovered that in this city when a ban was enforced in bars, restaurants and other indoor businesses there was a 60% reduction in hospital admissions for heart attacks in the 6 months it was in force.
However, business owners fearing a loss of business were apparently successful in getting a judge to overturn the smoking ban and smokers resumed their lethal habit -- and the hospital admissions for heart attacks returned to their previous levels.
As cardiologist, Sidney Smith observed. "This is a strong piece of evidence of the need to avoid the dangers of second hand smoke."
Such an overturning of an indoor smoking ban likely wouldn't happen today with most cities enforcing such bans, but if you are still a person who smokes in the car you can imagine the harm that you are inflicting on yourself and your passengers.
(See: "Never Do This" Below)
Never Do This!
The brutal attack of a security guard by three young men reminds us that you need to consider everyone a potential threat when you find yourself sitting in your vehicle in an isolated spot like this guard was at a school construction site at 3:00 A.M.
According to one morning television newscast he either opened his vehicle window and then actually got out of his patrol car to try and help a young man who claimed he was being followed by two other men.
Both responses can lead to disaster for you. If you are approached by a stranger in situations like this you should never open your window more than an inch or two. In that position behind the driver's wheel if you have a wide open window you are very vulnerable to attack as you have little room to duck or move out of the way of a punch or knife attack.
Always consider the possibility that this person might be setting you up ( as in this case) for attack by getting you to let your guard down allowing him or her the chance to get close enough to attack you.
If you do choose to get out of your car it should be on the side away from the person or persons confronting you -- even if this means turning your vehicle around.
At that moment when you are getting out -- when you are neither sitting or fully standing leaves you wide open to attack -- unless you have positioned your vehicle so that the person you are confronting is on the other side when you emerge. Then you have your vehicle as shield to give you time to defend yourself.
The other thins you have to do is look carefully around before, and after you have left your vehicle to make sure this person does not have accomplices lurking around ready to join him or her in an attack once you have left the safety of your vehicle.And do not let this person get too close to you at any time
In most situations it would be better to call the police in a situation like the once this guard was in and let them respond first while you remain there on the scene -- in the safety of your vehicle.
Think. Ask yourself, "what is the safe thing to do?" before you respond to possibly dangerous situations involving other persons; it looks like the economy could be in for a continued beating and we are going to see more and more crime -- especially around construction sites, but also possibly in parking malls or even around your home.
(See post below about Canadian companies and the economy)
According to one morning television newscast he either opened his vehicle window and then actually got out of his patrol car to try and help a young man who claimed he was being followed by two other men.
Both responses can lead to disaster for you. If you are approached by a stranger in situations like this you should never open your window more than an inch or two. In that position behind the driver's wheel if you have a wide open window you are very vulnerable to attack as you have little room to duck or move out of the way of a punch or knife attack.
Always consider the possibility that this person might be setting you up ( as in this case) for attack by getting you to let your guard down allowing him or her the chance to get close enough to attack you.
If you do choose to get out of your car it should be on the side away from the person or persons confronting you -- even if this means turning your vehicle around.
At that moment when you are getting out -- when you are neither sitting or fully standing leaves you wide open to attack -- unless you have positioned your vehicle so that the person you are confronting is on the other side when you emerge. Then you have your vehicle as shield to give you time to defend yourself.
The other thins you have to do is look carefully around before, and after you have left your vehicle to make sure this person does not have accomplices lurking around ready to join him or her in an attack once you have left the safety of your vehicle.And do not let this person get too close to you at any time
In most situations it would be better to call the police in a situation like the once this guard was in and let them respond first while you remain there on the scene -- in the safety of your vehicle.
Think. Ask yourself, "what is the safe thing to do?" before you respond to possibly dangerous situations involving other persons; it looks like the economy could be in for a continued beating and we are going to see more and more crime -- especially around construction sites, but also possibly in parking malls or even around your home.
(See post below about Canadian companies and the economy)
Wednesday, October 10, 2012
Do You Believe This?
Do you believe the post below about Lance Armstrong?
It seems like a perfect example of the lengths some government investigators will go to -- to get people to turn against somebody.
You have to remember that this investigator who has been on the Armstrong vendetta for so long swore he would get Armstrong one way or the other -- to prove how efficient and his agency was.
They still have no solid evidence -- only the word of admitted dopers.
The only thing that all of this proves is that if you know associates are doing something wrong -- distance yourself from them quickly -- and if you are innocent of allegations against you don't stop fighting.
It seems like a perfect example of the lengths some government investigators will go to -- to get people to turn against somebody.
You have to remember that this investigator who has been on the Armstrong vendetta for so long swore he would get Armstrong one way or the other -- to prove how efficient and his agency was.
They still have no solid evidence -- only the word of admitted dopers.
The only thing that all of this proves is that if you know associates are doing something wrong -- distance yourself from them quickly -- and if you are innocent of allegations against you don't stop fighting.
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Critical Things To Remember
Here are a few critical things to remember in any endevor, courtesy of Murphy's Law and Ending Violence Quickly by veteran security and personal protection veteran Mac Young:
"The important things are always simple. The simplest things are always hard. The easy way is always mined."
A lot of food for thought there. Yes. The important things can be simple if you go about accomplishing them the right way. But the simplest things that should be easy nearly always carry hidden problems that you have to be prepared to handle -- because -- as Murphy says, " The easy way is always mined."
Success in whatever you are doing is remember to ask yourself, "Yes it looks easy -- but what if? before you start.
a good and very tragic example of this is the case of what happened to Albert Chretien, a Penticton BC resident who started out on a short-cut back road while travelling to Nevada with his wife during the winter of 2011
When their van got stuck in the much of the road he left his wife and started out on foot with a GPS device to find help. But according to the latest account in the Vancouver Metro Oct 2, 2012, his GPS went dead and he got fatally lost in the heavily wooded area in the snow.
He could very likely have survived if he had taken the time to ask, "What if the battery in my GPS goes dead or becomes faulty." before he left the van and started out on foot -- because where they found his remains under some trees was not that far from a nearby town and help.
"The important things are always simple. The simplest things are always hard. The easy way is always mined."
A lot of food for thought there. Yes. The important things can be simple if you go about accomplishing them the right way. But the simplest things that should be easy nearly always carry hidden problems that you have to be prepared to handle -- because -- as Murphy says, " The easy way is always mined."
Success in whatever you are doing is remember to ask yourself, "Yes it looks easy -- but what if? before you start.
a good and very tragic example of this is the case of what happened to Albert Chretien, a Penticton BC resident who started out on a short-cut back road while travelling to Nevada with his wife during the winter of 2011
When their van got stuck in the much of the road he left his wife and started out on foot with a GPS device to find help. But according to the latest account in the Vancouver Metro Oct 2, 2012, his GPS went dead and he got fatally lost in the heavily wooded area in the snow.
He could very likely have survived if he had taken the time to ask, "What if the battery in my GPS goes dead or becomes faulty." before he left the van and started out on foot -- because where they found his remains under some trees was not that far from a nearby town and help.
Tuesday, September 18, 2012
Flu and Cold Season Creeping Up On Us
You might not suspect it if you live in the Lower Mainland area of B.C. because we are getting much sunnier and warmer weather than in June, -- but -- cold and flu season is creeping up on us.
One flu fighter is Golden Seal root Powder, part of the ingredients
of other cold medications such as Echinacae.
For more information click on www.healthylivinganswers.com or check with your local health food store.
One flu fighter is Golden Seal root Powder, part of the ingredients
of other cold medications such as Echinacae.
For more information click on www.healthylivinganswers.com or check with your local health food store.
Friday, September 7, 2012
Breast Cancer Danger from X-Ray Radiation
Study shows some women under 30 at greater risk from X-Ray and mammogram radiation radiation than older women.
According to CBC Health News a recent study shows that, "women at hereditary risk for breast cancer who receive mammograms or chest X-rays before sage of 30 may be at higher risk for the disease European research shows."
According to this study women who carry mutations in two genes BRCA 1 and BRCA 2 should be cautious about submitting themselves to X-Rays before age of 30 according to a Professor Douglas Easton of Cancer Research UK.
Doctors stressed that this does not mean such women should never be X-rayed, but that they should ask for cancer screening through MRIs or Magentic Resonance Imaging instead of using X-rays and mammograms.
Women carrying these mutated genes are definitely more likely to develop breast cancer as result of repeated X-ray radiation according to the study.
For more information on this topic click on: www.cbc.ca/news/health/story
According to CBC Health News a recent study shows that, "women at hereditary risk for breast cancer who receive mammograms or chest X-rays before sage of 30 may be at higher risk for the disease European research shows."
According to this study women who carry mutations in two genes BRCA 1 and BRCA 2 should be cautious about submitting themselves to X-Rays before age of 30 according to a Professor Douglas Easton of Cancer Research UK.
Doctors stressed that this does not mean such women should never be X-rayed, but that they should ask for cancer screening through MRIs or Magentic Resonance Imaging instead of using X-rays and mammograms.
Women carrying these mutated genes are definitely more likely to develop breast cancer as result of repeated X-ray radiation according to the study.
For more information on this topic click on: www.cbc.ca/news/health/story
Monday, September 3, 2012
Are You Concerned About Smart Meters? ....Then
Are you concerned about the installation of smart meters in your house or condo?
Then your first step should be to contact the Citizens for Safe Technology at : citizensforsafetechnology.org
One of the things you will find there is a flyer you can download and print to distribute to others.
Among the very legitimate issues raised by this group is that first of all the Clean Energies Act does not give Hydro the authority to do what it is doing with these meters. Others include:
There is no accountability. There is No oversight. There is not public consultations. People will be exposed to constant micro radiation. People have no choice in the matter -- even for medical reasons and the new smart meters create higher hydro bills.s
If you're not concerned you should be and at least learn more about the potential problems caused by these smart meters.
One of the things you will find there is a flyer you can download and print to distribute to others.
Among the very legitimate issues raised by this group is that first of all the Clean Energies Act does not give Hydro the authority to do what it is doing with these meters. Others include:
There is no accountability. There is No oversight. There is not public consultations. People will be exposed to constant micro radiation. People have no choice in the matter -- even for medical reasons and the new smart meters create higher hydro bills.s
If you're not concerned you should be and at least learn more about the potential problems caused by these smart meters.
Friday, August 31, 2012
Suffer Adverse Effects from Hydro's Smart Meters?
If you are one of a fairly large number of people who who are sensitive to electro-magnetic fields and are concerned about how the new smart meters will effect you take heart.
According to a newscast on Global TV today you can contact the Human Rights Commission to make an application not to have the smart meter installed on your house.
For more information on this story click on www.globaltvbc.com.
If you wish to speak to somebody personally in the newsroom ask to speak to Steve Darling, the new anchor covering the story this morning, Aug 31, 2012.
According to a newscast on Global TV today you can contact the Human Rights Commission to make an application not to have the smart meter installed on your house.
For more information on this story click on www.globaltvbc.com.
If you wish to speak to somebody personally in the newsroom ask to speak to Steve Darling, the new anchor covering the story this morning, Aug 31, 2012.
Thursday, August 30, 2012
Chocolate Eaters Have Lower Stroke Risk!
According to a recent article in the Vancouver Sun a Swedish study has shown by men who eat chocolate shave a 17 per cent less stroke risk.
The study apparently involved some 30,000 Swedish men, the equivalent of one third of a cup of chocolate chips a day.
For more information clock on www.vancouversun. ca
August 30, 2012.
The study apparently involved some 30,000 Swedish men, the equivalent of one third of a cup of chocolate chips a day.
For more information clock on www.vancouversun. ca
August 30, 2012.
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
Monday, August 27, 2012
Stuck in A Rut?
Find yourself stuck in a rut that keeps you from breaking bad habits or working on new ones that will help you to achieve your goals.
Then remember what marketing and copy writing expert Bob Bly warns:
"A rut is just a grave without a cover." True eh ? Now really work at climbing out of that rut.
If you're like me it is easy to fall into that trap of just reading, and reading, and reading ,and .,.. about things you want to achieve.
But if you want to learn to swim at some point you have to put the book down and actually practice the strokes.
And that is true of everything. So if you've been reading about setting up some Internet or other business for years put the books down and put what you've learned into practice.
Climb out of that" just reading" rut. Protect your future with action.
Then remember what marketing and copy writing expert Bob Bly warns:
"A rut is just a grave without a cover." True eh ? Now really work at climbing out of that rut.
If you're like me it is easy to fall into that trap of just reading, and reading, and reading ,and .,.. about things you want to achieve.
But if you want to learn to swim at some point you have to put the book down and actually practice the strokes.
And that is true of everything. So if you've been reading about setting up some Internet or other business for years put the books down and put what you've learned into practice.
Climb out of that" just reading" rut. Protect your future with action.
Saturday, August 25, 2012
Don't Forget the Bear Spray?
The story below is reminder of how unpredictable bears -- especially grizzly bears can be.
If you're going to hike in their territory don't forget the bear spray. And don't, if possible hike alone. Both your and your hiking partner should be armed with this -- and know how to use it effectively.
If you're going to hike in their territory don't forget the bear spray. And don't, if possible hike alone. Both your and your hiking partner should be armed with this -- and know how to use it effectively.
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Watch That Stress Level -- Women!
Watch that work place environment!
Uncontrolled stress is bad for everyone -- but especially for women facing things that surge beyond their control according to the CBC. on the their Web site.
The feature warns that women facing a workplace environment that cannot be controlled by them results surging stress levels which some dangerous results.
Dangerous results like diabetes
( For more information this danger click on www.cbc.ca)
Uncontrolled stress is bad for everyone -- but especially for women facing things that surge beyond their control according to the CBC. on the their Web site.
The feature warns that women facing a workplace environment that cannot be controlled by them results surging stress levels which some dangerous results.
Dangerous results like diabetes
( For more information this danger click on www.cbc.ca)
Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Watch Out For This One!
Watch out for this e-mail to pop up on your machine warning you of imminent danger to your system. Of course it is a scam.
It reads like this:
Dear Shaw Subscriber:
We have detected that your account has been accessed by a spam IP Address. Therefore we would be shutting down all unused and unverified accounts. So avoid deactivation of your account you will shasve to re-confirm you e-mail address through our database as you CLICK HERE and fill in your correct info.
Shaw Customer Care
Case 8941624
Property: Shaw Account Security Inc.
Of course the whole thing is a scam to trick you into giving up personal information.
If you get such a message, which Shaw would never send, report to internet.abuse@sjrb.ca
( "To Coupon or Not To Coupon" Below)
It reads like this:
Dear Shaw Subscriber:
We have detected that your account has been accessed by a spam IP Address. Therefore we would be shutting down all unused and unverified accounts. So avoid deactivation of your account you will shasve to re-confirm you e-mail address through our database as you CLICK HERE and fill in your correct info.
Shaw Customer Care
Case 8941624
Property: Shaw Account Security Inc.
Of course the whole thing is a scam to trick you into giving up personal information.
If you get such a message, which Shaw would never send, report to internet.abuse@sjrb.ca
( "To Coupon or Not To Coupon" Below)
To Coupon or Not to Coupon?
To coupon or not to coupon to protect your savings and make those dollars stretch a little more -- that is the question.
Many persons -- especially down in the U.S. where retailers are much more liberal and allow customers to "stack" coupons or use more than one coupon on an item -- go bonkers over coupons. And actually make it profitable.
Up here in Canada where retailers are more restrictive -- and where -- with the exception of a few stores Like London Drugs -- don't allow much "stacking" things are a little more restrictive.
You can succeed in saving money with coupons here too as well, but you have to plan things carefully to take into account how far you shave to drive to make use of the offers on coupons and whether you actually have any use for the discounted item, but with careful planning many Canadians do gain some good savings with coupons.
For more information on this topic read the article in the Tuesday Aug 7 edition of The Globe and Mail "Globe Life" section.
Here Preet Banerjee, W. Network Money Expert talks about how to succeed as a couponer -- even in Canada and includes some good coupons sites such as Grocery Alerts.ca
My wife insists couponing is the way to go and it is definitely worth looking into. "To coupon -- or not to coupon" -- is certainly something you have to consider carefully.
Many persons -- especially down in the U.S. where retailers are much more liberal and allow customers to "stack" coupons or use more than one coupon on an item -- go bonkers over coupons. And actually make it profitable.
Up here in Canada where retailers are more restrictive -- and where -- with the exception of a few stores Like London Drugs -- don't allow much "stacking" things are a little more restrictive.
You can succeed in saving money with coupons here too as well, but you have to plan things carefully to take into account how far you shave to drive to make use of the offers on coupons and whether you actually have any use for the discounted item, but with careful planning many Canadians do gain some good savings with coupons.
For more information on this topic read the article in the Tuesday Aug 7 edition of The Globe and Mail "Globe Life" section.
Here Preet Banerjee, W. Network Money Expert talks about how to succeed as a couponer -- even in Canada and includes some good coupons sites such as Grocery Alerts.ca
My wife insists couponing is the way to go and it is definitely worth looking into. "To coupon -- or not to coupon" -- is certainly something you have to consider carefully.
Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Is Your Smart Meter a Firebug?
Hydro companies such as BC Hydro and the Smart Meter people will still insist that the new digital smart meters are completely safe, but there are problems -- problems beyond the potential health risks.
The truth is that the smart meter installed or will be installed on your house soon could be a fire bug and could create a serious fire hazard for you.
For more information on this see the Vancouver Sun of August 27 or August 4, 2012. for an account of problems they have caused in other North American cities.
The truth is that the smart meter installed or will be installed on your house soon could be a fire bug and could create a serious fire hazard for you.
For more information on this see the Vancouver Sun of August 27 or August 4, 2012. for an account of problems they have caused in other North American cities.
Monday, August 6, 2012
Critical Choices to Make
What choices would you make in a situation such as this?
A cyclist was travelling along a fairly isolated riverside trail one days when he noticed a hatchback vehicle with the back up parked at the end of a viewing point along the river, but there was nobody around.
As he farther West alongside this trail along the Fraser River in the Lower Mainland area of B.C. he encountered another cyclist whom he had never met before. The passing cyclist was obviously giving him the once over as he passed but neither nodded a greeting nor spoke.
The next day the cyclist met another person on the trail near the post where he had noticed the parked vehicle in the viewing area.
This man looked over his shoulder as the cyclist passed but like the other man on the mountain bike the previous day neither smiled nor said anything.
After passing this man and reaching the viewing point this time there were two vehicles parked at the end of the viewing point with their batches open.
Two men were sitting nearby watching him as he approached and the smell of marijuna filled the air. Feeling uneasy about the situation the cyclist swung around as casually as possible and started going back West on this riverside trail -- only to encounter the man he had just passed who now standing beside the trail waiting for him to pass.
He did pass this man without incident but right after this encountered the cyclist he had met on the trail the day before, glaring at him as he passed by.
In the end nothing happened but our cyclist felt very uneasy about the situation and decided to:
Change his route?
Change the time of his outing?
Change both the time and the route?
Grab his vehicle and come back to where the men in the two vehicles were sitting and take pictures of them (from a safety distance ) with his cell phone camera in case he needed them later?
What would you do in a similar situation? In this case our cyclist did all three and says that he normally mixes up the times and routes of outings on this semi-isolated river trail on a regular basis anyway.
So far he has never met this particularly group again but says he does meet some very suspicious people along this route on a regular basis.
A cyclist was travelling along a fairly isolated riverside trail one days when he noticed a hatchback vehicle with the back up parked at the end of a viewing point along the river, but there was nobody around.
As he farther West alongside this trail along the Fraser River in the Lower Mainland area of B.C. he encountered another cyclist whom he had never met before. The passing cyclist was obviously giving him the once over as he passed but neither nodded a greeting nor spoke.
The next day the cyclist met another person on the trail near the post where he had noticed the parked vehicle in the viewing area.
This man looked over his shoulder as the cyclist passed but like the other man on the mountain bike the previous day neither smiled nor said anything.
After passing this man and reaching the viewing point this time there were two vehicles parked at the end of the viewing point with their batches open.
Two men were sitting nearby watching him as he approached and the smell of marijuna filled the air. Feeling uneasy about the situation the cyclist swung around as casually as possible and started going back West on this riverside trail -- only to encounter the man he had just passed who now standing beside the trail waiting for him to pass.
He did pass this man without incident but right after this encountered the cyclist he had met on the trail the day before, glaring at him as he passed by.
In the end nothing happened but our cyclist felt very uneasy about the situation and decided to:
Change his route?
Change the time of his outing?
Change both the time and the route?
Grab his vehicle and come back to where the men in the two vehicles were sitting and take pictures of them (from a safety distance ) with his cell phone camera in case he needed them later?
What would you do in a similar situation? In this case our cyclist did all three and says that he normally mixes up the times and routes of outings on this semi-isolated river trail on a regular basis anyway.
So far he has never met this particularly group again but says he does meet some very suspicious people along this route on a regular basis.
Single Words Can Make Big Difference
It can be critical. A single word when reading anything for information can make a big difference.
Take the case of evolution for example. This theory is usually presented and accepted as fact, but when you read carefully you come across some interesting words.
In the most recent article I have seen the story says something like: "Rise of Rocky Mountains ... have cause evolution of dinosaur."
Do your know what the missing word was? Yes! It was "may" yet if you did not read that carefully you might have gotten the idea that scientists have proven that the rise of the Rock Mountains resulted in the evolution of a new species of dinosaur because that rise created an isolated inland sea.
This, of course, is exactly what the writer, and perhaps scientists involved want you to think. Actually they have proven nothing of the kind.
These kinds of word games are used in other kinds of writing too -- so be careful how you analyze what is presented to you by imminent scientists, politicians, religious leaders or business people.
Take the case of evolution for example. This theory is usually presented and accepted as fact, but when you read carefully you come across some interesting words.
In the most recent article I have seen the story says something like: "Rise of Rocky Mountains ... have cause evolution of dinosaur."
Do your know what the missing word was? Yes! It was "may" yet if you did not read that carefully you might have gotten the idea that scientists have proven that the rise of the Rock Mountains resulted in the evolution of a new species of dinosaur because that rise created an isolated inland sea.
This, of course, is exactly what the writer, and perhaps scientists involved want you to think. Actually they have proven nothing of the kind.
These kinds of word games are used in other kinds of writing too -- so be careful how you analyze what is presented to you by imminent scientists, politicians, religious leaders or business people.
Wednesday, August 1, 2012
This Is The Reservoir That Can Protect You From Failure
See the story below about the Canadian swimmer Brent Hayden....a perfect example of protecting yourself from failure in all endeavous.
The London Olympics are bound to come up with many other such stories.
The London Olympics are bound to come up with many other such stories.
How To Get A Copy
Wwhen someone dies the matter of inheritances and other issues can cause a lot of head and heart aches, but there are some legal solutions to this.
One of the first things you want to do of course is get your own personal copy of a parent's or other family members will.
A quick way to get information on all this is to clock on a Web site like the one from Canadian Lawyers.
One of the first things you want to do of course is get your own personal copy of a parent's or other family members will.
A quick way to get information on all this is to clock on a Web site like the one from Canadian Lawyers.
Tuesday, July 31, 2012
Protecting Yourself on The Street
The other day as I was approaching a female jogger along a river trail from the rear I noticed that she was very alert about her surroundings.
As I got closer I could see her head turning from side to side, obviously watching me through peripheral visions. Finally as I got even closer she turned her head around quickly to get a clear look at me without losing her stride.
She was a perfect example of what one should do in potentially dangerous surrounding. Women especially need to stay alert about what is going on around them and be ready to take protective action.
Predators do no like to be seen before they attack so if you do stay alert you greatly reduce the likelihood of becoming a victim.
Others things you can do include carrying a personal alarm and something like a spray bottle of perfume if your are a women that you can spray in any assailants eyes.
Other things, such as a bundle of keys or sharp pen or pencil could also be used to gouge any assailants face. In Canada you are not supposed to be carrying weapons around to use on other people -- but these things -- while potentially life-saving are not really weapons are they?
Remember if any confrontation with an attacker your defensive tactics are going to be judge on whether they were justified or not.
See Post Below Regarding Living for Today Only
As I got closer I could see her head turning from side to side, obviously watching me through peripheral visions. Finally as I got even closer she turned her head around quickly to get a clear look at me without losing her stride.
She was a perfect example of what one should do in potentially dangerous surrounding. Women especially need to stay alert about what is going on around them and be ready to take protective action.
Predators do no like to be seen before they attack so if you do stay alert you greatly reduce the likelihood of becoming a victim.
Others things you can do include carrying a personal alarm and something like a spray bottle of perfume if your are a women that you can spray in any assailants eyes.
Other things, such as a bundle of keys or sharp pen or pencil could also be used to gouge any assailants face. In Canada you are not supposed to be carrying weapons around to use on other people -- but these things -- while potentially life-saving are not really weapons are they?
Remember if any confrontation with an attacker your defensive tactics are going to be judge on whether they were justified or not.
See Post Below Regarding Living for Today Only
Should We Live Only For Today?
I don't know for sure what Scottish poet Robert Burns actually thought about this questions after his plow accidentally destroyed the home of a field mouse which had to scramble for its life.
But, he did compare the incident to how easily man's plans can be quickly disrupted despite our careful planning. And many persons throughout history, including Albert Einstein sand the pleasure-oriented Epicureans of the Middle East during the time of Jesus believe that planning for the future was of little use.
The mantra of the Epicureans was "Live for today for tomorrow we shall die," or words to that effect -- an idea or philosophy which is alive and well today in the minds of many persons.
And of course for millions of people in Africa and other parts of the world the whole thing has nothing to do with pleasure their only focus is on getting enough to eat to help themselves and their loved try and live each day they endure. Planning for the future could easily seem like a waste of time for these people
But still, to the extent that we can, making plans for tomorrow as well as living for today can help us to avoid many devastating incidents in life -- especially since sudden natural and other disasters ( such as the wildfires, hurricanes, and drought conditions in the U.S. as well as the country-wide electrical blackouts in India and Pakistan today) look more and more like the new normal throughout the world.
So how are your plans for tomorrow coming along? Do you have a survival kit put together yet? Do you have a "safe room" in your house -- complete with a good lockable door and a charged cell phone and other supplies, including a rope ladder to climb out a window which be easily stored under a bed to in case the danger to your family is caused by some intruder (or fire) when you're not there?
Such advance planning, even if we do find ourselves like Robert Burns' mouse can still help us to escape a disaster.
But, he did compare the incident to how easily man's plans can be quickly disrupted despite our careful planning. And many persons throughout history, including Albert Einstein sand the pleasure-oriented Epicureans of the Middle East during the time of Jesus believe that planning for the future was of little use.
The mantra of the Epicureans was "Live for today for tomorrow we shall die," or words to that effect -- an idea or philosophy which is alive and well today in the minds of many persons.
And of course for millions of people in Africa and other parts of the world the whole thing has nothing to do with pleasure their only focus is on getting enough to eat to help themselves and their loved try and live each day they endure. Planning for the future could easily seem like a waste of time for these people
But still, to the extent that we can, making plans for tomorrow as well as living for today can help us to avoid many devastating incidents in life -- especially since sudden natural and other disasters ( such as the wildfires, hurricanes, and drought conditions in the U.S. as well as the country-wide electrical blackouts in India and Pakistan today) look more and more like the new normal throughout the world.
So how are your plans for tomorrow coming along? Do you have a survival kit put together yet? Do you have a "safe room" in your house -- complete with a good lockable door and a charged cell phone and other supplies, including a rope ladder to climb out a window which be easily stored under a bed to in case the danger to your family is caused by some intruder (or fire) when you're not there?
Such advance planning, even if we do find ourselves like Robert Burns' mouse can still help us to escape a disaster.
Friday, July 27, 2012
Night Shift Workers At Greater Risk
Everybody knows that shift work (read night shift primarily) is bad for you because it usually disrupts your life style and can contribute to things like diabetes and high blood pressure.
And now an analysis of 34 studies involving 2 million workers adds more warnings according to the BBC on its Web site.
The warning, from Canadian and Norwegian researchers as reported in the British Medical Journal looked at coronary events, including heart attacks as well as strokes and concluded that these
incidents including 175, 359 coronary events of some kinds, 6, 598 heart attacks and 1,854 strokes were more common in shift workers than other people.
They did say, however, workers faced a slightly higher risk of these types of attacks and that the shift work ( I assume primarily night shift work) did not contribute to a higher mortality rate from these things.
That is a little confusing, but anyway their suggestions included things like limiting shift work apparently.
For more information click on www.bbc.co.uk/news/health
And now an analysis of 34 studies involving 2 million workers adds more warnings according to the BBC on its Web site.
The warning, from Canadian and Norwegian researchers as reported in the British Medical Journal looked at coronary events, including heart attacks as well as strokes and concluded that these
incidents including 175, 359 coronary events of some kinds, 6, 598 heart attacks and 1,854 strokes were more common in shift workers than other people.
They did say, however, workers faced a slightly higher risk of these types of attacks and that the shift work ( I assume primarily night shift work) did not contribute to a higher mortality rate from these things.
That is a little confusing, but anyway their suggestions included things like limiting shift work apparently.
For more information click on www.bbc.co.uk/news/health
Thursday, July 26, 2012
Is Milk Destroying Your Bones?
Most of us drink milk in the hope that it will help us to build strong bones -- but it might have just the opposite effect -- at least for adults according to Scott Mumby MD., Ph.D.
According to Mumby, because milk causes excess acid in adult bodies and calcium has a neutralizing effect on this acid drinking a large amount of milk results in calcium being drawn out of our bones in order neutralize the acid. Resulting in weaker bones -- not stronger.
This is a very provocative theory and I have heard before that adults should NOT drink vast quantities of milk.
Anyway you can get more inoformation on this idea by clicking on "Scott Mumby, MD. Ph.D. or sending an info request to: scottmumbywellness.@gmail.com
He says that, "Milk is a brutal bone thief."
According to Mumby, because milk causes excess acid in adult bodies and calcium has a neutralizing effect on this acid drinking a large amount of milk results in calcium being drawn out of our bones in order neutralize the acid. Resulting in weaker bones -- not stronger.
This is a very provocative theory and I have heard before that adults should NOT drink vast quantities of milk.
Anyway you can get more inoformation on this idea by clicking on "Scott Mumby, MD. Ph.D. or sending an info request to: scottmumbywellness.@gmail.com
He says that, "Milk is a brutal bone thief."
Wednesday, July 25, 2012
Fight Breast and Prostate Cancer The Natural Way
Breast and prostate cancer continue to take huge tolls of both men and women in North America, but you can give your body a better chance to avoid and cope with these two killers with Reflexology treatments.
As the promotional copy for Michelle Kluck's , CMT award winning video on Reflexology produced by Living Arts, " says "Your feet represent a virtual map of your whole body.
"Thousands of tiny nerve endings in the bottom of your feet , called reflexes, correspond to every organ and system with the body. Reflexology is the art of stimulating these points to elicit a healing response from you body's central nervous system.. . .
"With regular use, this powerful tool can help clear blocked energy channels, revitalize the body's energy and help the body regain the ability to heal itself."
And it works. After years of using this complementary health care technique works to help keep men's prostates and women's breasts and ovaries healthy and less likely to succumb to cancer.
And while nobody is claiming it is a "magic bullet" enabling you to avoid all illnesses it all works wonders with most ailments we often succumb to.
You can get more information on this reflexology through such videos as Kluck's which you can get at your local library or if your prefer to buy one, at your local bookstore.
And of course you can get information through the Canadian Reflexology Association or your local association or practitioner.
As the promotional copy for Michelle Kluck's , CMT award winning video on Reflexology produced by Living Arts, " says "Your feet represent a virtual map of your whole body.
"Thousands of tiny nerve endings in the bottom of your feet , called reflexes, correspond to every organ and system with the body. Reflexology is the art of stimulating these points to elicit a healing response from you body's central nervous system.. . .
"With regular use, this powerful tool can help clear blocked energy channels, revitalize the body's energy and help the body regain the ability to heal itself."
And it works. After years of using this complementary health care technique works to help keep men's prostates and women's breasts and ovaries healthy and less likely to succumb to cancer.
And while nobody is claiming it is a "magic bullet" enabling you to avoid all illnesses it all works wonders with most ailments we often succumb to.
You can get more information on this reflexology through such videos as Kluck's which you can get at your local library or if your prefer to buy one, at your local bookstore.
And of course you can get information through the Canadian Reflexology Association or your local association or practitioner.
What Is That Person Who Just Passed You Doing?
What is that person who just passed you on the isolated river trail doing?
He just greeted with a warm friendly smile, but is he continuing on his way or has he stopped to watch or worse yet follow, thinking he can sneak up on you? Or just what is he doing?
You don't want to be paranoid about this type of thing but still in this day and age when people go out for bike rides or walks and simply vanish until their body turns up months later in never hurts to be a little cautious.
And one good way to keep track of people without attracting a lot of attention when you go out for a walk or ridge is simply to carry a small mirror that can fit neatly in the palm of your hand with you.
Then when that person passes you can quickly and covertly hold it up to eyes to to make a quick check. As I mentioned such mirrors -- or even better yet if you can afford it -- special rear-vision sunglasses are used by experts by loss prevention officers as well as surveillance agents but you can use these effectively to to help protect yourself -- especially when you are out alone
He just greeted with a warm friendly smile, but is he continuing on his way or has he stopped to watch or worse yet follow, thinking he can sneak up on you? Or just what is he doing?
You don't want to be paranoid about this type of thing but still in this day and age when people go out for bike rides or walks and simply vanish until their body turns up months later in never hurts to be a little cautious.
And one good way to keep track of people without attracting a lot of attention when you go out for a walk or ridge is simply to carry a small mirror that can fit neatly in the palm of your hand with you.
Then when that person passes you can quickly and covertly hold it up to eyes to to make a quick check. As I mentioned such mirrors -- or even better yet if you can afford it -- special rear-vision sunglasses are used by experts by loss prevention officers as well as surveillance agents but you can use these effectively to to help protect yourself -- especially when you are out alone
Tuesday, July 24, 2012
Strategies for Garden Warfare
Every battle is won with sound strategies -- including in the garden or front yard.
And here is way to potentially win that battle with clover and other natural invaders without resorting to toxic pesticides or driving yourself nuts trying to rip it all out. Why not just let certain patches of it grow -- letting other wild or natural flowers grow along with it?
Then all you have to do is make paths around these natural oases of wild grasses, trees, and shrubs -- as well as natural more refined, cultivated flowers and plants you love.
Certainly the really refined garden of carefully selected plants that you buy at the garden store look beautiful but I was out on a bike ride along the Fraser River today and suddenly realized that many of the natural shrubs and flowers growing there are just as beautiful in the own way. Many of these could be imported into your own garden or front yard to create a yard that could rival anything you buy at the store in beauty. And it is a surrounding that could possibly attract many more pollinating insects and birds to friendly neighborhood you create for them
Complete with patches of flowering white and pink clover carpeting the floor of your miniature forest (which could be easily cultivated and pruned.
And here is way to potentially win that battle with clover and other natural invaders without resorting to toxic pesticides or driving yourself nuts trying to rip it all out. Why not just let certain patches of it grow -- letting other wild or natural flowers grow along with it?
Then all you have to do is make paths around these natural oases of wild grasses, trees, and shrubs -- as well as natural more refined, cultivated flowers and plants you love.
Certainly the really refined garden of carefully selected plants that you buy at the garden store look beautiful but I was out on a bike ride along the Fraser River today and suddenly realized that many of the natural shrubs and flowers growing there are just as beautiful in the own way. Many of these could be imported into your own garden or front yard to create a yard that could rival anything you buy at the store in beauty. And it is a surrounding that could possibly attract many more pollinating insects and birds to friendly neighborhood you create for them
Complete with patches of flowering white and pink clover carpeting the floor of your miniature forest (which could be easily cultivated and pruned.
Friday, July 20, 2012
YouDon't Need to Imitate Chuck Norris
How many times have you seen Chuck Norris in the Texas Rangers, I believe, and other shows conquer opponents with his high flying kicks and other martial arts skills?
Very impressive, but you don't need to be that good to defend yourself. Aim much lower. The points you want to aim for are about four finger widths above the inside of each ankle bone.
Focus your kicks on these spots and you can derail any attacker very quickly -- perhaps even break his leg.
The key is to visualize yourself doing this and then practice, practice, practice -- either with a friend (pulling your kicks of course) or one of those long punching bags used in martial arts and boxing gyms. Even wrap some padding around an upright post or tree and use either of these to practice until you have it all down pat.
You just never know when such a skill could help you protect yourself and others.
Incidentally, the vulnerability of this point just above your ankle means you should never confront any unknown persons in less than a 45 degree angle in most cases.
Very impressive, but you don't need to be that good to defend yourself. Aim much lower. The points you want to aim for are about four finger widths above the inside of each ankle bone.
Focus your kicks on these spots and you can derail any attacker very quickly -- perhaps even break his leg.
The key is to visualize yourself doing this and then practice, practice, practice -- either with a friend (pulling your kicks of course) or one of those long punching bags used in martial arts and boxing gyms. Even wrap some padding around an upright post or tree and use either of these to practice until you have it all down pat.
You just never know when such a skill could help you protect yourself and others.
Incidentally, the vulnerability of this point just above your ankle means you should never confront any unknown persons in less than a 45 degree angle in most cases.
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
Are You going to Participate?
So far those of us living in the Lower Mainland area of B.C. seem to be living in an area protected from all the natural disasters striking other parts of the world, but as illustrated recently in Kaslo, B.C. which has wiped out one family, disasters can strike anytime.
So are you ready for the Big One" we keep hearing about?
One way to make sure you are would be to participate in the Shakeout B.C. drill on October 18, 2012 at 10:18 a.m.
You can get more information on this by e-mail info@shakeoutbc.ca or on the Web site at: www.shakeoutbc.ca
So are you ready for the Big One" we keep hearing about?
One way to make sure you are would be to participate in the Shakeout B.C. drill on October 18, 2012 at 10:18 a.m.
You can get more information on this by e-mail info@shakeoutbc.ca or on the Web site at: www.shakeoutbc.ca
Friday, July 13, 2012
The Right Order in Any Situation
Think First -- then -- act! This is a sign I saw on a part of the new Port Mann bridge project here in Vancouver, B.C. But -- it is good advice in any situation isn't it?
Monday, July 2, 2012
Unique House Codes on Intercoms
Intercoms --especially ones incorporating video cameras are a great way to protect your home and family from intruders.
Just make sure that yours has a unique house code in its digital set up that prevents other nearby systems from interfering with our accessing your system.
Check out what's available carefully before investing in one of these.
Just make sure that yours has a unique house code in its digital set up that prevents other nearby systems from interfering with our accessing your system.
Check out what's available carefully before investing in one of these.
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
See You Next Week with More Ideas
See you next week with more ideas. In the meantime if you ever find yourself in situations where you would like to be able to see things in the dark why not look around for night vision binoculars in the outdoor or sporting goods stores.
At one time such gear would cost in the thousands of dollars of a single lens monocular, but now at least one of the catalogs I have been looking at is advertising such equipment for as little as $349.99 for saa monocular and $549.99 for binoculars.
If you are doing any type of security or surveillance work these -- could be -- ideal.
Just remember that old Chinese proverb: "cheap thing no good and good thing no cheap." That isn't true all the time of course, but just a little caution when shopping for anythying that's all.
At one time such gear would cost in the thousands of dollars of a single lens monocular, but now at least one of the catalogs I have been looking at is advertising such equipment for as little as $349.99 for saa monocular and $549.99 for binoculars.
If you are doing any type of security or surveillance work these -- could be -- ideal.
Just remember that old Chinese proverb: "cheap thing no good and good thing no cheap." That isn't true all the time of course, but just a little caution when shopping for anythying that's all.
Thursday, June 21, 2012
Defeat Pre-Presentation Anxiety!
If you are a public speaker or presenter there are a number of ways to protect yourself from pre-presentation jitters or anxiety such as deep breathing or going for a quick walk if you have the opportunity -- but one of the best ways to defeat the jitters is to know your introduction perfectly.
And the best way to do this is to make that Mind Map of the material you are going to cover (or write out this section with a pencil or pen word for word on a piece of paper) just before before you leave home or the hotel to head for the auditorium or wherever you are going to be speaking
This writing out the material while thinking about what you are saying and what it means, according to study consultants, is the best way to learn and remember things.
After you have done all this the next step is to visualize yourself on that stage introducing yourself and topic whenever you have a few minutes while travelling to your venue and while waiting on stage for your time to begin.
And the best way to do this is to make that Mind Map of the material you are going to cover (or write out this section with a pencil or pen word for word on a piece of paper) just before before you leave home or the hotel to head for the auditorium or wherever you are going to be speaking
This writing out the material while thinking about what you are saying and what it means, according to study consultants, is the best way to learn and remember things.
After you have done all this the next step is to visualize yourself on that stage introducing yourself and topic whenever you have a few minutes while travelling to your venue and while waiting on stage for your time to begin.
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
Go Beyond Great Beach Form and Stylish Boating Duds
Summers coming and soon you'll see the beaches crowded with girls and guys with great beach form and the oceans and lakes filled with still others with the latest in watercraft and stylish clothes. And soon too, you'll read of some of these people drowning after they suddenly find themselves in deep water or caught in some treacherous current and don't know how to swim or lack emergency response skills when boating.
Don't be one of these victims. Take the time, along with your wife and children to learn how to swim and take boating safety courses.
Learning how to swim is not that hard and it is a great way to protect that summer adventurer physic -- as well as your life. And learning marine safety skills will enhance your boating enjoyment as you'll know how to handle emergencies -- including idiots in boats much better.
Don't be one of these victims. Take the time, along with your wife and children to learn how to swim and take boating safety courses.
Learning how to swim is not that hard and it is a great way to protect that summer adventurer physic -- as well as your life. And learning marine safety skills will enhance your boating enjoyment as you'll know how to handle emergencies -- including idiots in boats much better.
Monday, June 18, 2012
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Don't Fight It!
Summers coming and you probably be getting ready to head for your favorite swimming spot soon.
If that happens to be the open ocean and you find your self caught in a rip-tide which carries all the water from waves back out to seat from the shoreline remember: Don't fight it. Stay clam and float with the current and then try to swim through the current parallel to the shoreline. Eventually the current will release you and you can head back to shore.
Because such dangers as rip tides and other currents can grab you at almost any time -- even in shallow water it is a good idea to start your summer activities with a brief water safety course that will train you how to deal with such problems while out in the water.
The Canadian Red Cross site has more information on the courses available at www.canadianredcross.org
If that happens to be the open ocean and you find your self caught in a rip-tide which carries all the water from waves back out to seat from the shoreline remember: Don't fight it. Stay clam and float with the current and then try to swim through the current parallel to the shoreline. Eventually the current will release you and you can head back to shore.
Because such dangers as rip tides and other currents can grab you at almost any time -- even in shallow water it is a good idea to start your summer activities with a brief water safety course that will train you how to deal with such problems while out in the water.
The Canadian Red Cross site has more information on the courses available at www.canadianredcross.org
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Remember The Rule of Three
There is a need for people to remember that "Rule of Three"to detect stalkers and others who might be tracking you as you go about your shopping , recreational and other work and social activities.
In many cases such persons will follow or watch you for some time to either find out where you live or go walking or jogging alone in order to set up some sort of ambush -- or just to gather information about your activities, contacts, etc. for themselves or other persons.
So what is this "rule of three?" Simply this: If you encounter a vehicle or persons within a short period of time -- which could be minutes, hours, or days -- three times (or more) within a few hours or days -- with no apparent good reason be alert, try and get a good description --even using your cell phone camera and a licence number and good description of the vehicle. Use discretion when taking pictures of other people of course.
And then keep that description in a safe place so you can review it once in a while to keep that person's image fresh in your mind if you are really suspicious about him or her.
If you feel threatened by such a person, or course, don't hesitate to call the police on their emergency 911 or non-emergency number to alert them about your fears.
In many cases such persons will follow or watch you for some time to either find out where you live or go walking or jogging alone in order to set up some sort of ambush -- or just to gather information about your activities, contacts, etc. for themselves or other persons.
So what is this "rule of three?" Simply this: If you encounter a vehicle or persons within a short period of time -- which could be minutes, hours, or days -- three times (or more) within a few hours or days -- with no apparent good reason be alert, try and get a good description --even using your cell phone camera and a licence number and good description of the vehicle. Use discretion when taking pictures of other people of course.
And then keep that description in a safe place so you can review it once in a while to keep that person's image fresh in your mind if you are really suspicious about him or her.
If you feel threatened by such a person, or course, don't hesitate to call the police on their emergency 911 or non-emergency number to alert them about your fears.
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