According to the Vedic Culture; the faster we breath, the faster we die. It sounds drastic but studies have indeed shown that longevity is indeed linked with how we breath. We can learn this from the animal kingdom. Why is it that most tortoises live beyond 100 years old whereas worker ants don’t usually live longer than 200 days? A 300-year-old tortoise breathes a mere three … Continue reading Lessons from a Tortoise
The Huffington Post has written a nice piece on the ten habits of the most intelligent and successful people… My favourite one is nr. 8 “They know when to disconnect”. My Mother Says that if we don’t disconnect we risk living our lives in one big adrenaline rollercoaster where our bodies are constantly in Fight or Flight mode. A Fight or Flight state of being is … Continue reading 10 habits of intelligent & successful people
Kefir is a fermented drink made of cows or goats milk. It is made by simply made by adding kefir grains to cow or goat milk. These “grains” are actually cultures of yeast and lactic acid bacteria which look a lot like little pieces of cauliflower. Over a period of 24 hours or so, the microorganisms in the kefir grains multiply and ferment the sugars in the … Continue reading Drink Kefir!
A leaky gut is when the gut system can’t properly digest nutrients. The term a “leaky gut” is used because it results in particles literally leaking into the bloodstream. A healthy gut is the key to having a strong immune system. Why? Because the intestinal lining is the first mechanism of defense for our immune system. The outer layers of intestinal cells (epithelial) are connected by structures … Continue reading What is a leaky gut?
A wonderful interpretation of Prayer. Prayer doesn’t just happen when we kneel or put our hands together and focus and expect things from God. *Thinking positive and wishing good for others is a prayer.* When you hug a friend. *That’s a prayer.* When you cook something to nourish family and friends. *That’s a prayer.* When we send off our near and dear ones and say, … Continue reading What is a prayer ?
This is my favorite poem and so incredibly relevant to a modern day lifestyle. This came far before “Mindfulness” came in vogue. This poem is practical, honest and beautiful… Max Ehrmann, Desiderata, 1952. Go placidly amid the noise and haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible without surrender be on good terms with all persons. Speak your truth … Continue reading My favorite poem
Commercial cleaning products contribution to indoor pollution. Some cleaning products are in fact a few of the most toxic products in our homes. Some cause skin or respiratory irritation, watery eyes, or chemical burns, while others are associated with chronic, or long-term, effects such as cancer.The most acutely dangerous cleaning products are corrosive drain cleaners, oven cleaners, and acidic toilet bowl cleaners. Combining products that … Continue reading How toxic are your household cleaning supplies?
Carl Jung has been integral in shaping how we look at psychology today. He thought that spirituality is a central part of human’s journey. He is inspiring and very practical even in today’s world. Some of the key quotes from Carl Jung… ”One does not become enlightened by imagining figures of light but by making the darkness conscious.” “Until you make the unconscious conscious, it … Continue reading The best of Carl Jung
Growing up we’ve all been told that Milk is good. However there’s been a growing voice that Milk is Bad. The Avoid Dairy camp has got larger and larger which begs the question: Is there something wrong with Milk? Or is there something wrong with Pasteurised Milk? In the 19th century Louis Pasteur developed “Pasteurisation”. The concept is to heat the milk up to a … Continue reading Milk is good IF ITS RAW…
How our tongues look is an indication of how well our bodies are digesting good and drinks. If you see a thick coating on your tongue, it’s a call for action! Looking at the tongue coating: A light, thin, white tongue coat reflects healthy digestive function. A thick tongue coat reflects an excess of dampness, or pathogenic fluid. The tongue coat may be thick and … Continue reading What our tongues tell us
My Mother Says 