Decongestants are readily available over the counter, but they lose their effectiveness with repeated use and may not be recommended for people with high blood pressure, heart disease or diabetes. For relief of sinus symptoms, I like to irrigate with a Neti Pot. Learn more at WebMD or watch this demonstration. Be sure to boil […]
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Trust is a Building Block
Trust creates a foundation for peace and nonviolence to flourish, and trust is something we can promote. We begin to trust others by giving them benefit of the doubt (i.e. we practice compassion), we and we enable them to trust us when we keep our word.
Graciousness
Mercy, compassion, luxurious, elegant, tactful, kind, and polite: these are words used to define graciousness. What a peaceful world we would live in if these words defined it! Pick your favorite from the list, and let’s get started.
Exercise – Good for Body and Mind
Finally a study with good news! The Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease reports that older people who did tai chi three times a week for 40 weeks not only showed increases in brain volume, they also scored better on memory and learning tests than those who didn’t exercise. It’s exciting to think that gentle forms of […]
Arnie’s Way
My college boyfriend, Arnie, was a champion of peace and nonviolence. I can remember walking in the dorm with him and encountering a guy sitting in the hallway with his legs stretched across, blocking our way. Rather than step over his legs, Arnie, all of 5’6”, waited and quietly said, “It’s not my way, man.” […]
EnLIGHTening Findings
Ever wonder if the bags of greens in the front of the supermarket shelf that are exposed to the light are more nutrient-dense than the ones in the back in the dark? Me neither, but researcher Gene Lester did. He found that just 24 hours of light exposure enhanced the greens’ nutrients. He also discovered […]
The Power of You
Each snowflake in an avalanche pleads not guilty. ~ Stanislaw J. Lec You and your words and actions matter. Today, take the high road and overlook the seeming offense. Encourage, praise or support someone. Your actions toward even one person keep the planet moving toward peace and nonviolence.
Strategic Eating
Want to eat less without struggling? Make small changes such as using a smaller plate; drinking from tall, narrow glasses; choosing plates in a color that contrasts the food; and avoiding distractions (television, electronics) while eating. Pay attention to unconscious cues to overeat, such as buffet foods served in large bowls or dining with people […]
Self-Compassion
Let’s remember to practice peace and nonviolence towards ourselves. You can’t be all things to all people, so don’t let others’ unrealistic expectations of you get you down. Be at peace with yourself. Do your best and know that it is enough. You are enough, just as you are.
The Panacea of Probiotics
Are you considering using probiotics? The Berkeley Wellness Letter does not recommend widespread use for several reasons including the large variation in product composition, reported discrepancies between labeling and actual content found by Consumer Reports’ testing, and possible safety concerns for some folks. Probiotics may be beneficial for you, but consult your doctor first.