Fasting is never an end itself;' that is why it has so many different outcomes, but all the other outcomes are of no real value if compassion is not enlarged and extended through fasting. Besides fasting from candy or cakes and the like, think of these: Fast from complaining & feast ... http://www.alifeofbenevolence.com/2009/03/24/a-quick-thought-on-fasting-and-feasting/   What Can I Do Now? Read and learn about the effects of harmful chemicals to your health: The Secret History of the War on Cancer, by Devra Davis Shop Trivani's Do No Harm Products: http://www.alifeofbenevolence.com/2009/03/20/the-greatest-consumer-cover-up-of-all-time/ Restoration House, Peru   Amazingly beautiful handmade jewelry that can help lift a woman out of poverty.     Unique handmade gifts. Native glass, beads, silver...     Beautifully intricate handmade jewelry these Peruvian daughters of Christ create and sell -- for far less than you'll find anywhere -- and your purchase will make a world of difference for ... http://www.alifeofbenevolence.com/2009/03/19/beautiful-handmade-jewelry-lifts-women-out-of-poverty/ As scientists learn more about health and personal care products, it is becoming all too common to hear that certain items once thought safe can actually pose serious health risks. One of the rising specters in personal care are phthalates, a class of chemicals found in everything from perfumes to ... http://www.alifeofbenevolence.com/2009/03/12/phthalates-found-in-urine-of-infants-after-they-were-powdered-or-lotioned/ Question: "Can you please explain why parabens and Phthalates can be so bad for the body and children in particular, and how Trivani products lead the way in the industry without these potentially harmful substances?"   Answer #1: Parabens Parabens commonly used in personal care products as preservatives, are weak environmental estrogens. They can also ... http://www.alifeofbenevolence.com/2009/03/09/toxic-beauty-no-more/ Join us on a 90 Journey with Donna Partow, with her newest book:   Becoming the Woman God Wants Me to Be: A 90-Day Guide to Living the Proverbs 31 Life Topics covered include: Scripture study and memory Family Relationships Health & Fitness Business Strategies (real estate investing, self-employment options) Money management (retirement ... http://www.alifeofbenevolence.com/2009/03/09/growing-in-grace-book-study-club/ Erwin Boiser, Philippines country manager reports: “Now on two stable feet, Maricel proudly stands and shows me how she can manage to walk with ease—even on the stairs. She jokingly told me how beautiful she feels now that she has two strong and balanced feet. I’m one of those who witnessed ... http://www.alifeofbenevolence.com/2009/03/06/maricel-ramos-receives-her-prosthetic-leg/ This is the first time I have participated in the weekly Small Successes, hosted at Faith and Family Live!- I think it will be fun to do this every week! Ok, my successes this week are as follows: I cleared the buffet in the dining room of St. Valentine's Day decorations, ... http://www.alifeofbenevolence.com/2009/03/06/small-successes/ The World Food Program is an international organization dedicated to feeding the world's hungry. These are truly remarkable people managing the largest humanitarian organization in the world. The scale and scope of what they do is almost incomprehensible. At any given moment, they have up to 5000 trucks on the ... http://www.alifeofbenevolence.com/2008/07/13/bob-steed-trivani-ceo-meets-with-the-world-food-programme/ PORTLAND, OR - Frustrated by the scarcity of clothes that are fashionable, without being suggestive, Christa Taylor launched her own clothing company early in 2007. At 20, she is young and passionate about making Christa-Taylor.com her answer to the growing demand for chic and trendy clothes that don't succumb to the ... http://www.alifeofbenevolence.com/2008/07/12/20-year-old-christa-taylor-redefining-modest-fashion/