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Give Your Hopes a Voice

noreply@blogger.com (EMJ) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:09:23 -0700

Give yourself a moment to pause—and your hopes a chance to guide you.

By Eugenia Martini-Jarrett

It’s amazing how much fear can influence our lives without us even realizing it. We put something off, talk ourselves out of an idea, or stay with what feels familiar. There may be something we would love to do, but before we’ve given it much thought, we’ve already found several reasons why we shouldn’t.

And that’s understandable. We’ve all had experiences that made us more careful. When something has hurt or disappointed us, we naturally want to protect ourselves from feeling that way again.

Still, I wonder how often we give our fears more attention than we give our hopes.

Sometimes we worry about what other people will think. Will they understand? Will they approve? We might find ourselves agreeing to something because everyone around us seems so certain, even though something inside us is asking for a little more time.

Money can bring up fear as well. Our responsibilities are real, and caring for ourselves and our families matters. Giving a dream some attention can include looking honestly at the cost, making a plan, or finding a smaller, more affordable place to begin.

Fear can also hurry us along. In the heat of the moment, we may feel we have to answer, commit, or act right now. We worry about disappointing someone, missing an opportunity, or being left out. It can be difficult to hear our own thoughts with so much happening around us.

“It is often the small steps, not the giant leaps, that bring about the most lasting change.” — Queen Elizabeth II

Whenever possible, give yourself a little breathing room. Sleep on it. Look at the decision from several angles. Talk with someone who will listen with care and respect your right to choose.

Then gently ask yourself:

What do I want?
What is best for me and my family?
Does this support the life I’m hoping to build?
How might this affect someone else?
Could my choice cause harm, and is there a kinder way forward?

These questions deserve a little time. They help us bring our hopes, responsibilities, and care for others into the same conversation. Maybe start a journal to help you actualize your hopes and dreams - even your goals.

And somewhere in that conversation, remember to ask:
What do I hope for in my life?

Perhaps you hope for more peace, a stronger connection with your family, room to create, or work that feels meaningful. Perhaps you would simply love to wake up feeling a little more at home in the life you are living.

Those hopes matter. They can help guide the everyday choices as well as the bigger ones.

Trusting ourselves doesn’t require knowing exactly how everything will turn out. We can gather information, listen to our hearts, and make the most thoughtful choice we can with what we know. We can also learn, adjust, and be kind to ourselves along the way.

We may still feel a little afraid. That’s okay. We can meet that feeling with compassion and give our hopes a voice, too.

There may be something lovely waiting to begin with one thoughtful choice.

"May your choices reflect your hopes, not your fears." — Nelson Mandela

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Give your hopes a place on the page.

A journal can be a lovely space to explore what matters to you, work through a decision, or let a new idea unfold.

Browse a variety of journals HERE

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About the Author · Eugenia Martini-Jarrett

Eugenia Martini-Jarrett is the founder of Reconnecting to Health, a published writer, an artist, a holistic health advocate, and a certified Reconnective Healer for more than 20 years. Drawing on over 30 years as a natural healing and wellness consultant, she explores whole-person well-being through natural living, informed choices, and the connections between body, mind, spirit, and the Earth. Her publishing background includes 17 years as an associate publisher and associate editor of In Light Times, which she now owns and leads as editor and publisher.

Give Yourself a Place to Begin - Numbers & Possibilities – October 26–November 1, 2026

noreply@blogger.com (EMJ) — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 10:22:25 -0700

Begin Something. Find Your Rhythm. Make It Happen.

Your Numerology Messages for October 26–November 1, 2026

An idea, a little encouragement, and the willingness to take that first step.
By Eugenia Martini-Jarrett

There is something encouraging about a new week. Even when the laundry is still waiting and last week’s list isn’t quite finished, we have another opportunity to give our attention to something that matters. A fresh start...

Perhaps there is an idea you keep coming back to. A fleeting thought and then life takes over. Perhaps something you would like to learn, create, or change. You think about it, imagine how it might feel, and then another day fills up before you get around to it.

Most of us know that feeling.

Beginning can be surprisingly simple. This week: Pull out the supplies. Ask for the information. Set aside a little time and actually leave it open. You don’t have to know how everything will turn out to give something a chance. If nothing else, put it in your "Someday" slot on your calendar, and check it daily. That is also a start.

This week’s numerology reflections begin with 1, traditionally associated with initiative and new beginnings. As the days unfold, the themes invite us to consider cooperation, expression, practical effort, variety, thoughtfulness for yourself and others, and care. On Sunday, as October gives way to November, we return to 4—a reminder to give our intentions a place in everyday life.

These are general reflections based on each calendar date, rather than a personal reading using your birthdate. Take what speaks to you and see where it leads.

Monday, October 26 | Give Your Idea a Chance

The day’s number: 1

It is easy to talk ourselves out of something before we have even tried it. We need more time, more experience, a better plan. Meanwhile, the thing we would love to do remains somewhere in the background.

Today’s theme encourages a beginning. If you have been wanting to paint again, get your brushes out. If a healthier morning is on your mind, decide what you will have for breakfast tomorrow.

A first step gives an idea somewhere to go.

Try this: Give fifteen minutes to something you have been meaning to begin. Also, you can refer to the "Someday" is not a day of the week article for more insight and tools to get started.

Tuesday, October 27 | Let Someone Meet You Halfway

The day’s number: 2

There is comfort in knowing we don’t have to work everything out alone.

Someone may have the experience we need, a helpful suggestion, or simply the patience to listen while we sort through our thoughts. But they may never know we could use their help unless we say something.

Make room for a conversation today. Listen, too. Another person’s perspective can bring something into focus that we have been struggling to see.

Try this: Ask for help, share an idea, or give someone your undivided attention.

Wednesday, October 28 | Bring Some Enjoyment Back

The day’s number: 3

When did something you enjoy become something you only do after everything else is finished?

For many of us, that means it rarely happens.

Today’s theme makes room for expression and enjoyment. Arrange a few flowers. Take a photograph because the light is beautiful. Put on music that makes you want to move. Write something simply because you have something to say.

Those moments deserve a place in our lives. They remind us that we are more than the responsibilities we carry.

Try this: Make time for one thing you enjoy without requiring it to be productive.

Thursday, October 29 | Make It Easier to Follow Through

The day’s number: 4

A good intention benefits from a little preparation.

Walking tomorrow is easier when your shoes are ready. Cooking at home is easier when you have a few ingredients on hand. Working on a project is easier when you can find what you need.

Look at something you would like to do more consistently. What keeps getting in the way? There may be a practical adjustment that would help.

Try this: Prepare one thing today that will make tomorrow easier.

Friday, October 30 | Allow a Different Approach

The day’s number: 5

Sometimes we become so accustomed to doing things one way that we forget there are other possibilities.

A routine can be reassuring, but it can also use a little fresh air. Visit somewhere you have been curious about. Try a different recipe. Approach a familiar problem with a willingness to hear a new suggestion.

You may discover something you like. You may decide your usual way suits you just fine. Either way, you have given yourself the opportunity to choose.

Try this: Replace one automatic choice with a curious one.

Saturday, October 31 | Enjoy the People Around You

The day’s number: 6

Today’s theme brings our attention to home, care, and connection.

Whether your Saturday includes Halloween festivities, family time, or a quiet evening, let there be room to enjoy it. A welcoming home doesn’t require everything to be perfectly arranged. A meaningful visit doesn’t need an elaborate meal.

Sometimes the nicest thing we can offer is our company—and enough time to settle in and enjoy being together.

If you are spending the day on your own, extend that same thoughtfulness to yourself.

Try this: Create one moment of comfort or connection that you can enjoy, too.

Sunday, November 1 | Give November a Little Thought

The day’s number: 4

A new month has arrived. Before the calendar begins filling itself, take a few minutes to consider what you would like to make room for.

Perhaps you want more time outdoors, a project completed, or fewer evenings spent catching up on things you never meant to postpone.

Choose something that matters and look at what it needs. A date on the calendar? A phone call? A small change in how you spend your mornings?

Keep your plans reasonable enough to live with. There is encouragement in following through.

Try this: Put one meaningful intention on your November calendar, along with the first step.

A Thought to Carry

The things we care about can wait a long time for our attention.

There will usually be another chore, another interruption, another reason to put them off. Yet a few minutes spent doing something meaningful can leave us feeling more like ourselves.

This week, give something you care about a place in your day. Let it be small enough to begin and important enough to return to.

You may be glad you did.

About the numbers: Each daily number is calculated by adding the digits of the full date, then reducing the total to a single digit. For October 26, 2026: 1 + 0 + 2 + 6 + 2 + 0 + 2 + 6 = 19; 1 + 9 = 10; 1 + 0 = 1. Each date is calculated separately, so the numbers do not always continue in sequence when the month changes. This series uses the same single-digit method throughout.

Numerology is a symbolic tradition, not a scientifically established way to predict events. These weekly messages offer its themes for reflection and inspiration.

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About the Author · Eugenia Martini-Jarrett

Give “Someday” a Place on Your Calendar

noreply@blogger.com (EMJ) — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:48:40 -0700

“Someday is not a day of the week.” — Janet Dailey

What keeps your “someday” in the future? Understanding the hesitation can help you give something you care about a real date on your calendar.

“Someday” is such an easy word to live with.

Someday I’ll start exercising... Take the class... Add more fiber to my diet... Have the conversation. Try something different.

It keeps the thought and possibility alive without asking yourself to face the uncertainty of beginning it with a commitment. We can imagine doing something meaningful while staying safely away from the chance of rejection, disappointment, failure, or feeling a little foolish.

Sometimes we have practical reasons to wait. Health, money, responsibilities, and timing matter. But many times we are waiting to feel ready—but haven’t stopped to consider what “ready” would actually look like.

Think about the someday conversations you have with yourself. You know the ones: an idea catches your interest, a little excitement rises, and almost immediately, your thoughts begin moving it into the future.

Do you recognize what happens in that moment? Do you pause long enough to understand WHY it becomes someday instead of today—or at least plan the day on your calendar?

Perhaps you worry about what someone will think. Perhaps a past disappointment still has a voice in your decisions. You may be asking yourself to feel confident before doing the very thing that could help you build confidence.

There is something worth discovering beneath that familiar word.

Give “Someday” a place on your calendar.

Choose the first empty calendar slot at the end of this month and name it Someday. Whenever you catch yourself having a “someday” thought, put it in writing in that space. Revisit your someday collection daily, if possible, and notice which thoughts keep returning.

Then choose one of these thoughts and ask yourself: Why is this a “someday”? What is holding me back from giving it an actual date?

Write down whatever comes to mind. Be honest and kind with yourself—the purpose is to understand what’s slowing you down. You'll be surprised to find out that many of them may have a common denominator.

Using a journal for these thoughts and notes is extremely beneficial. Sometimes they can become very lengthy as you start realizing what some of the issues are that are blocking you from going forward.

Break them down - work on tackling them, and soon they will be a date on your calendar, or they get thrown out, many times rewritten and broken down into bite-size pieces.

Reduce and eliminate the fears and indecisions - fill your calendar with progress.

Your self-talk is probably similar to these:

"Need to make a plan to lose these 10 lbs! Someday soon". Fear of the commitment - fear of making the right plan and sticking to it - fear you might fail.
“Someday I’ll take that painting class.” What’s holding me back? I’m worried everyone else will be better. But a beginner’s class could give me room to learn.
“Someday I’ll contact that friend.” What’s stopping me? I don’t know what to say after so much time. Perhaps “I’ve been thinking about you” is enough to begin.
“Someday I’ll share my idea.” Why am I waiting? I’m afraid no one will take it seriously. I could start by talking it through with someone I trust.

As your thoughts collect, look for patterns. Is the same worry showing up in different places? Are you waiting for someone’s approval—or expecting yourself to get everything right on the first try?

This is a chance to understand yourself, without criticizing yourself for waiting. You may discover that something still matters deeply to you. You may also realize that another idea no longer fits your life, and you can let it go.

By the time you reach your Someday calendar slot, choose one thing you’d like to move forward. Give a small first step a real date: look up the painting class on Tuesday, draft that message on Saturday, or spend twenty minutes putting your idea on paper.

You may still feel uncertain. That’s okay. A small step gives you something real to build on—and a chance to discover what happens when you begin.

Janet Dailey’s quote offers a chance to notice how easily an intention can drift beyond our reach. Giving it a date brings it close enough to consider honestly.

And when you find yourself saying, “Someday,” you’ll have somewhere to put that thought—and a day when you’ve promised yourself you’ll listen.

By Eugenia M. Jarrett

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About the Author · Eugenia Martini-Jarrett

Eugenia Martini-Jarrett is the founder of Reconnecting to Health, a published writer, an artist, a holistic health advocate, and a certified Reconnective Healer for more than 20 years. Drawing on over 30 years as a natural healing and wellness consultant, she explores whole-person well-being through natural living, informed choices, and the connections between body, mind, spirit, and the Earth. Her publishing background includes 17 years as associate publisher and associate editor of In Light Times, which she now owns and leads as editor and publisher.

The Week Ahead: Numbers & Possibilities - October 19–25, 2026

noreply@blogger.com (EMJ) — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:57:33 -0700

Say It. Sort It. Make Room for What’s Next.
Your Numerology Messages for October 19–25, 2026
Open the door to a new week—and make room for what matters.

Some weeks, the best thing we can do is stop carrying everything forward.

The unfinished conversation. The appointment we keep putting off. The commitment we agreed to when our calendar—and our energy—looked different.

This week offers a thoughtful starting point: express what matters, give it some attention, and decide what deserves to come with you into the next week.
The unfinished conversation. The appointment we keep putting off. The commitment we agreed to when our calendar—and our energy—looked different.
This week offers a thoughtful starting point: express what matters, give it some attention, and decide what deserves to come with you into the next week.

In numerology, each date has a number associated with certain themes. These aren’t promises about what will happen. Think of them as prompts—a different way to notice your habits, consider your choices, and bring a little more purpose to ordinary days.

For October 19–25, the daily numbers move from 3 through 9, beginning with expression and ending with completion. Here’s how to turn those themes into something useful.

Monday, October 19 | Say What Matters
The day’s number: 3

Start with something you’ve been meaning to express. Send the thank-you. Share the idea. Tell someone you enjoyed spending time with them.

There’s room for enjoyment here, too. Play music while you cook or call the friend who makes you laugh. A full calendar doesn’t always include enough of what makes a day feel good.

Try this: Say one kind or honest thing you’ve been keeping to yourself.

Tuesday, October 20 | Make Life a Little Easier
The day’s number: 4

Give one practical matter your attention. It might be a bill, a cluttered counter, or an appointment that still needs scheduling.

Choose something small enough to finish. The point is to remove one source of daily irritation, not spend the whole day catching up.

Try this: Take care of something your future self will be glad you handled.

Wednesday, October 21 | Change One Thing
The day’s number: 5

Midweek is a good time to notice what has become automatic. Is your routine helping you, or are you following it because that’s what you always do?

A different walking route, a new recipe, or a fresh approach to a familiar problem can make the day more interesting.

Try this: Make one small change that brings curiosity back into your day.

Thursday, October 22 | Give Care Where It Counts
The day’s number: 6

Bring your attention to home, relationships, and the people who depend on you.

Care can be simple: listening without rushing, sharing a meal, or asking for help before you become overwhelmed. Include yourself in that circle of care.

Try this: Ask, “What would make today feel more supported?” Then take one step toward it.

Friday, October 23 | Leave a Little Quiet
The day’s number: 7

You don’t have to fill every spare minute.

Leave yourself a little time to think before moving into the weekend. What felt satisfying this week? What took more out of you than you expected?

Try this: Spend ten minutes without scrolling or multitasking. Notice what comes to mind.

Saturday, October 24 | Back Yourself Up
The day’s number: 8

Give a goal some practical support. Review your budget, make a decision, or take the next step on a project you care about.

Confidence often grows from following through on a manageable promise to yourself.

Try this: Choose one action that moves an important goal forward.

Sunday, October 25 | Finish What You Can
The day’s number: 9

Close one open loop before the new week begins. Finish a small task, return something borrowed, or decide that an old plan no longer needs your time.

Some things will remain unfinished. That’s part of life. Choose what can reasonably be completed and let yourself appreciate it.

Try this: Name one thing you’re ready to stop carrying into next week.

A Thought to Carry

You may find only one of these daily prompts useful. Start there.

A conversation, a completed task, or a moment of quiet can be enough to change how you approach the rest of your week.

Give your attention to what matters—and leave yourself room to enjoy it.

About the numbers: Each daily number is calculated by adding the digits of the full date, then adding the result’s digits until one digit remains. For example, October 19, 2026: 1 + 0 + 1 + 9 + 2 + 0 + 2 + 6 = 21; 2 + 1 = 3. This series uses that same single-digit method throughout.

Numerology is a symbolic tradition, not a scientifically established way to predict events. This series offers its themes for reflection and inspiration.

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Outlive: Living Longer, Living More Fully

noreply@blogger.com (EMJ) — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:05:01 -0700

The Reading Room · A book overview of Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity by Peter Attia, MD, with Bill Gifford.More Life in Your Years. More Joy in Your Days.

Inspired by Outlive, a celebration of the strength, connection, and curiosity that help us keep enjoying life as we age.

Overview of The Science and Art of Longevity

By Peter Attia, MD, with Bill Gifford

Growing older brings a fresh appreciation for everyday freedoms: walking comfortably, thinking clearly, traveling, and spending meaningful time with the people we love. Outlive invites us to consider how we might preserve those abilities in the years ahead.

Physician Peter Attia explores the difference between lifespan, the number of years we live, and healthspan, the years we retain our health and ability to participate in life. He advocates paying attention to long-term health earlier, before illness forces us to make changes.

The book examines exercise, nutrition, sleep, and emotional well-being, alongside the major chronic diseases associated with aging. Attia encourages readers to think about the physical activities they hope to enjoy later in life and how their choices today might support that future. He also gives emotional health an essential place in the discussion: a longer life deserves attention to its relationships and meaning.

For Reading Room visitors, the book offers a starting point for reflection rather than a checklist to complete. Some sections are detailed and scientific, and the author’s approach should be considered in light of individual circumstances and discussed with a qualified healthcare professional.

Its central invitation is worth carrying into everyday life: give your future self some thoughtful attention today. Consider the experiences you want to keep enjoying, the connections you want to nurture, and the questions you would like to explore about your health.

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Outlive (The Science and Art of Longevity)

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About the Overview Writer · Eugenia Martini-Jarrett

Brown, White, or Blue Eggs—Which Color Is Healthier?

noreply@blogger.com (EMJ) — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:26:24 -0700

Brown Eggs vs White Eggs vs Blue Eggs

Photo by Myriams

By Eugenia M. Jarrett
Updated October 2026

A few years ago, I needed to borrow a few eggs. A friend handed me a carton containing a mix of brown and white eggs, then insisted I take the brown ones because they were healthier.

I appreciated her generosity, but the claim stayed with me. Were brown eggs really better—or had we learned to associate their earthy color and higher price with better nutrition?

After revisiting the science, the answer remains clear: shell color does not tell you how nutritious an egg is. What the hen eats tells us much more. [1]

Where Those Beautiful Colors Come From

Eggshell color is largely an inherited trait. Hens build their shells mainly from calcium carbonate; natural pigments create the colors we see. [2,3]

White: Little or no shell pigment. White Leghorns are familiar white-egg layers.
Brown: A pigment called protoporphyrin IX, concentrated toward the shell’s outer layers.
Blue: A pigment called biliverdin, incorporated into the shell.
Green or olive: A combination of blue-green and brown pigments.

Think of these colors as the hen’s inherited palette. They are beautiful variations, but they are not a nutritional ranking.

And feather color can be misleading: brown-feathered Leghorns lay white eggs, while black Australorps lay brown ones. Breed and genetics are more useful clues than the hen’s outfit. [2]

Shell color comes from genetics. What hens eat—including their feed and available forage—can influence the nutrients inside their eggs.

Why Brown Eggs Often Cost More

Many brown-egg-laying hens are larger than the white-egg layers commonly used in commercial production. Larger birds generally eat more, increasing the cost of producing their eggs. [2]

The price can also reflect how the hens are raised, certification costs, and the size of the operation. A premium price may support farming practices you value, but it does not make a brown shell a nutrition claim.

The same distinction applies to blue and green eggs: their unusual colors do not automatically make them healthier—or lower in cholesterol. [1]

An Orange Yolk Is Not a Nutrition Report Card

A rich orange yolk can make breakfast look especially appetizing. Its color comes largely from pigments in the hen’s diet, including those in corn and marigold petals. [4]

That means a farmer can influence yolk color through feed. A darker yolk tells you something about the pigments the hen consumed, but it cannot tell you the egg’s protein, vitamin D, or omega-3 content.

Enjoy the color. Just avoid asking it to tell you more than it can.

What Really Can Change an Egg’s Nutrients?

The hen’s food matters. Researchers can change an egg’s nutrient composition by changing what the hen eats.

For example, a 2024 feeding study found that diets containing flaxseed and fish oil increased omega-3 fatty acids in egg yolks. Some supplemented diets also increased yolk vitamin E. These were measured changes from specific feeding programs, rather than benefits created by shell color. [5]

For shoppers, this makes a stated nutrient amount more useful than a beautiful shell. When comparing omega-3-enriched eggs, look for the amount per egg and, when listed, the type of omega-3.

A Newer Finding: Even the Season Can Matter

A 2025 study followed eggs from one pasture-based production system across several months. Researchers found that vitamin A, vitamin E, carotenoids, and omega-3 levels varied with the season. Different nutrients reached their highest levels at different times. [6]

This adds an interesting layer to the story: outdoor access does not produce an identical nutritional result every month.

Some studies have found higher levels of certain nutrients in pasture-raised eggs. However, a claim such as “twice the omega-3s” describes a particular comparison; it should not be treated as a promise for every pasture-raised carton. The farm’s feed, available forage, and seasonal conditions all deserve consideration. [6]

Read the Carton Beyond the Color

Egg labels describe different things. Some concern the hen’s living conditions; others concern feed or measured nutrients.

Cage-free: Hens can move around their housing without cages. It does not necessarily mean outdoor access.
Free-range: Indicates outdoor access; the details depend on the applicable standard.
USDA Organic: Indicates certified organic production practices, including feed requirements. It does not promise a particular omega-3 amount.
Omega-3 enriched: Points to a feeding program intended to increase omega-3s. Compare any stated amounts.
Grade AA or A: Describes shell and interior quality, rather than a vitamin rating.

USDA’s definitions for cage-free and free-range eggs carrying its grading shield, describe housing conditions. Those terms alone do not establish superior nutrition. [7,8]

A colorful shell doesn’t reveal what’s inside. Learn what really influences egg nutrition—and what to look for when choosing a carton.

A Recent Update Worth Knowing

In December 2024, the FDA updated the criteria for the voluntary “healthy” claim on food packaging. Under the updated criteria, plain eggs qualify based on their nutrient profile and contribution to a healthy eating pattern. [9]

That recognition applies to eggs themselves—not to a particular shell color. It also concerns package labeling, rather than a recommendation that everyone eat the same number of eggs.

Choose With Understanding

If you prefer brown eggs, enjoy them. If a carton of blue and green eggs makes you smile, enjoy those too. Supporting a local farmer or choosing particular animal-care practices can be meaningful reasons to pay more.

But if nutrition is your main goal, look beyond the shell. Read the carton, compare specific nutrient claims, and ask your farmer what the hens eat.

My friend’s kindness was real. The nutritional advantage of the brown shells was not.

The shell brings the color. The hen’s diet helps shape what is inside.

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Your Next Decision Can Be a New Beginning

noreply@blogger.com (EMJ) — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:06:54 -0700

We don’t get to choose everything life brings us. We do have a say in how we move forward—and even a small decision can open the door to something better.

Your next decision can be a step toward the life you want. Start small, choose with intention, and give yourself room to begin.

Stephen Covey’s words invite us to recognize that power. It might mean asking for support, setting a boundary, making time to rest, or returning to something that brings us joy. We can acknowledge the challenges we face while choosing a next step that serves us.

At Reconnecting to Health, we explore the choices that support us mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. There is no perfect path, but there are opportunities to care for ourselves along the way.

Choose one thing today that supports the life you want to live. Give yourself permission to start small.

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1013: Bring More Heart into Your Day—Connection Begins with Care

noreply@blogger.com (EMJ) — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 15:17:56 -0700

October 13, 2026 • Universal Day 6: Love, Harmony & Meaningful Connection

Bring more heart into today. Make time for connection, offer a little kindness, and include yourself in the care you give.

October 13, 2026: Make today feel a little more connected, a little less rushed, and more rewarding.

A conversation that leaves you smiling. A home that feels good to return to. The relief of asking for help instead of handling everything yourself. Today’s numerology theme invites you to make room for these everyday comforts—and recognize that your needs deserve attention, too.

The full date reduces to a Universal Day 6, traditionally associated with love, compassion, responsibility, and harmony. As a reflection rather than a prediction, it offers a useful focus: put your energy into the people, places, and choices that help you feel supported.

Reach out to someone you miss. Clear a small space that’s been bothering you. Give yourself permission to accept a kindness. One thoughtful choice can make today feel better.

Bring more heart into your day—and let some of that care come back to you.

Make Connection Something You Do

Six is often described as numerology’s nurturer, emphasizing affection, support, and dependable relationships.

For today’s reflection, turn those themes into something tangible. Contact the friend you’ve been thinking about. Thank someone whose kindness you remember. Put your phone aside long enough to listen without planning your reply.

An ordinary moment can become meaningful when you give it your attention. A shared meal, a thoughtful message, or an unhurried conversation can express what a busy day sometimes leaves unsaid.

Let someone know they matter to you.

Create a Place That Welcomes You

The symbolism of 6 also includes home, beauty, and creating a sense of belonging. Numerologist Hans Decoz connects it with caring for family and community, alongside an appreciation for comfortable, harmonious surroundings.

You can explore that theme without a shopping trip or a major project.

Clear a small space where you like to sit. Bring flowers in from the garden. Play music while preparing a meal. Put something beautiful where you’ll see it.

These are practical ways to express care through your surroundings. Choose what feels welcoming to you, rather than trying to create someone else’s version of a perfect home.

Include Yourself in the Care

There is a challenge within 6’s generous symbolism: giving so much that your own needs disappear. Numerology.com identifies self-sacrifice and difficulty speaking up among its less balanced expressions.

That makes today’s reflection especially relevant for anyone who routinely puts themselves last.

Accept help when it is offered. Ask for what would make a responsibility more manageable. Give yourself time for something restorative or enjoyable.

You deserve consideration within the relationships you nurture.

Support Without Taking Over

Care can become tangled with the desire to fix everything. Decoz’s interpretation of 6 emphasizes learning to balance responsibility with boundaries and to support others without controlling their choices.

Before stepping in, ask what would actually help. Someone may need a listening ear, practical assistance, or room to make their own decision.

The same applies to harmony. A peaceful relationship has room for honest communication. Naming a concern respectfully can be a caring act.

Bring Today’s Message to Life

Choose one action that reflects the traditional themes of 6:

Connect: Give someone your undivided attention.
Appreciate: Express a specific thank-you.
Nurture: Care for a space, a relationship, or a commitment.
Receive: Accept support instead of handling everything alone.
Balance: Make room for your own needs.

Bring more heart into your day through a choice someone can feel—including you.

Understanding Today’s Numbers

Using the complete date:

October 13, 2026
1 + 0 + 1 + 3 + 2 + 0 + 2 + 6 = 15
1 + 5 = 6

15 is the intermediate total; 6 is the Universal Day number used for this reading. The traditional qualities associated with 6 include compassion, responsibility, relationships, and harmony.

A Universal Day describes a general symbolic theme for a date. A Personal Day reading also incorporates birth-date information. Neither establishes that everyone will have the same experience.

Numerology is a symbolic practice rather than a scientifically established influence on events. Let today’s reading offer a thoughtful invitation: make care visible, welcome connection, and give kindness a place in your own life.

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More Than Digestion: Why Fiber Matters—and What “Fibermaxxing” Gets Right

noreply@blogger.com (EMJ) — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 16:43:28 -0700

The “fibermaxxing” trend puts a familiar nutrient in the spotlight. Choose thoughtfully, understand the ingredients, and start comfortably.

More fiber can start with foods you already enjoy. Add variety with vegetables, fruit, beans, whole grains, nuts, and seeds—and increase gradually for digestive comfort.

Whole foods, prebiotic fibers, and fiber drinks: how to make informed choices without overdoing it.

Protein has enjoyed plenty of attention. Now fiber is stepping into the spotlight.

The social media trend “fibermaxxing” encourages people to increase fiber for digestive health and overall well-being. That renewed interest can be useful—but the goal is a varied, nourishing diet, rather than the highest possible fiber count. How gradually you increase fiber and how comfortably you digest it matter, too.

Fiber Works Beyond Digestion

Fiber occurs naturally in vegetables, fruit, beans, whole grains, nuts, and seeds. Along with supporting regularity, certain types can help lower cholesterol and improve blood sugar management. Fiber-rich foods can also help you feel satisfied after eating.

Plain meat, poultry, fish, eggs, and dairy contain no dietary fiber. A protein-rich meal can still lack fiber, so include vegetables, beans, or whole grains alongside your protein foods.

Different fibers serve different purposes. Soluble fiber dissolves in water, and some forms become gel-like during digestion. Insoluble fiber contributes bulk. Some fibers nourish beneficial gut microbes. Eating a variety of plant foods provides a mix of these functions.

Start with Everyday Foods

Simple additions can make meals both appealing and fiber-rich:

Top oatmeal with berries.
Stir beans or lentils into soup.
Serve another vegetable with dinner.
Choose whole-grain bread.
Enjoy fruit, nuts, or seeds as a snack.

Choose organic options where practical and affordable if organic farming practices matter to you. USDA organic certification addresses production methods; it does not establish fiber content or overall nutritional quality. Both organic and conventional plant foods can contribute to a nourishing diet.

Delicious ways to add fiber to your day. Serving sizes differ, so compare both the portion and fiber amount. Increase gradually and drink adequate fluids.

Inulin and Chicory-Root Fiber: Understanding the Benefit

Inulin is a plant-derived, soluble prebiotic fiber, commonly extracted from the edible chicory root. It nourishes certain beneficial gut bacteria and may be added to foods to increase fiber content or improve texture.

“Inulin” and “chicory-root fiber” often describe closely related ingredients rather than two entirely different fibers. The FDA recognizes inulin and inulin-type fructans among the added fibers eligible to count toward dietary fiber on nutrition labels.

These ingredients can be useful, but tolerance varies. Fermentable fibers may cause gas or bloating, especially in large amounts or when introduced quickly. People with IBS may need individualized guidance.

Chicory root is a common source of inulin, a prebiotic fiber that nourishes certain beneficial gut bacteria. Introduce it gradually, as digestive tolerance varies.

Don’t Forget the Seeds

Small seeds can make a substantial contribution to your fiber intake. Chia seeds provide approximately 10 grams of fiber per ounce (about 2 tablespoons)—more than the servings of peas or broccoli shown in our chart. Remember, these are different serving sizes, rather than an equal-weight comparison.

Ground flaxseed contributes about 4 grams per 2 tablespoons, while sesame, sunflower, and poppy seeds offer additional ways to add fiber and variety.

Stir chia into oatmeal or yogurt, or soak it to make chia pudding. Add ground flaxseed to smoothies and sprinkle sesame or sunflower kernels over salads. Start with modest amounts and increase gradually; mix chia into moist foods or soak it rather than swallowing spoonfuls dry.

Seeds complement vegetables, fruit, beans, and whole grains—each brings something valuable to the table.

A spoonful can make a difference. Compare the approximate fiber in five familiar seeds, and add variety to oatmeal, yogurt, salads, and more.

Cellulose: Know the Source and Make Your Choice

Added food-grade cellulose may be extracted from wood pulp or cotton, then purified for food use; chicory-root inulin is extracted from an edible root. Both are plant-derived, but their sources, processing, and digestive functions differ.

Cellulose naturally forms part of plant cell walls. Its purified form can contribute bulk and support bowel regularity. Food-grade specifications include purity requirements and limits on certain impurities.

Regulatory acceptance addresses specified uses and safety requirements. It does not mean an ingredient provides the broader nourishment of whole foods—or that you must choose it.

If you prefer to avoid added cellulose because of its source or processing, read ingredient lists and select alternatives. That is a reasonable personal preference; the source alone does not establish that purified cellulose is harmful.

What About Fiber Drinks?

Fiber drinks can supplement your intake, but their formulations vary. Psyllium products can support regularity, while drinks containing inulin may supply prebiotic fiber. Neither replaces the range of nutrients found in whole plant foods.

Check the fiber type, grams per serving, added sugars, and directions. A “prebiotic” claim is only one part of the product’s nutritional picture. Follow mixing instructions for powders and introduce them gradually.

Note: Juice isn’t a substitute for whole-food fiber. Juicing typically separates the liquid from the fiber-rich pulp. Blending whole fruits and vegetables keeps most of their fiber, provided you don’t strain the drink. If fiber is your goal, choose whole produce or an unstrained smoothie more often.

Read Beyond “High Fiber”

Look at the complete product: serving size, ingredient list, fiber content, and added sugars. Notice whether its fiber comes from whole foods, added ingredients, or both.

An unfamiliar ingredient is worth understanding and checking into, rather than automatically rejecting or trusting it.

A commonly used recommendation is 14 grams of fiber per 1,000 calories—about 28 grams daily for a 2,000-calorie diet. Individual needs vary with age and calorie intake.

Build Comfortably

Begin with one modest addition and increase over time. Drink adequate fluids, and slow down if you develop uncomfortable bloating or cramping. Seek individualized advice before significant changes if you have a digestive condition.

Make whole plant foods your foundation. Understand the additions. Choose what fits your preferences and agrees with your body.

Start with one meal. Add variety. Build from there.

Fiber drinks can be a useful addition, but choose by the ingredient list and nutrition label—not the wellness claims on the front.

Eugenia M. Jarrett

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1012: Step Beyond the Familiar—Discover New Possibilities

noreply@blogger.com (EMJ) — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 14:13:56 -0700

October 12, 2026 • Universal Day 5: Change, Curiosity & Possibility

An open doorway symbolizes welcoming new possibilities. October 12’s Universal Day 5 invites reflection on curiosity, flexibility, and exploring beyond the familiar.

Numbers give numerology its language. Within this symbolic tradition, each number represents qualities that invite us to reflect on our choices, experiences, and opportunities for growth. Using the complete calendar date, a daily reading identifies a Universal Day number—a theme to explore as we move through the day.

October 12, 2026, is a Universal Day 5, associated with change, freedom, curiosity, and adaptability. Here, 1012 serves as shorthand for October 12; today’s reading comes from the entire date, including the year.

Its invitation is encouraging: explore something unfamiliar, remain open to another perspective, and notice where a thoughtful change could enrich your life.

Step beyond the familiar. Discover new possibilities.

Give Curiosity a Place in Your Day

In numerology, 5 is often described as an explorer—drawn to variety, connection, and learning through experience.

That symbolism offers a useful reflection when our days become predictable. Familiar routines help us manage responsibilities, but occasionally we follow them so automatically that we overlook opportunities to discover something interesting.

Visit a gallery you’ve walked past. Explore a subject that fascinates you. Try a creative activity without expecting yourself to be good at it immediately.

The experience doesn’t have to be extraordinary to matter. Something small can introduce a fresh perspective or help you recognize an interest you want to pursue.

Give yourself permission to be a beginner—and enjoy discovering what draws you in.

Allow Yourself Another Approach

Five also represents flexibility and adapting to changing circumstances.

Perhaps a goal still matters to you, but your original plan has become difficult to maintain. You can adjust the approach while remaining committed to the intention.

Make the next step more manageable. Ask someone for a different perspective. Reconsider a method that repeatedly leaves you frustrated.

For Reconnecting to Health, this is a meaningful reminder: thoughtful choices include noticing when our needs, interests, and circumstances have changed.

An open mind gives you more ways to move forward.

Discover Possibilities Through Connection

Exploration includes people as well as places. Numerology.com associates 5 with sociability and experiencing the world through interaction with others.

A conversation can introduce you to a new idea, an unfamiliar experience, or a way of thinking you hadn’t considered. Listen with curiosity. Ask about someone’s creative work, their experiences, or something they’ve learned.

You don’t have to agree with every perspective to learn from it. Sometimes, understanding another person helps you see your own choices more clearly.

Give Your Freedom Some Direction

Five’s adventurous qualities have a challenging side. Numerology sources also associate it with restlessness, distraction, and difficulty staying with one commitment.

A thoughtful response is to choose an experience deliberately. Give yourself enough time to discover what it offers before moving on to the next possibility.

Consider what attracts you to a change. Does it support something you value? Is it practical for your circumstances? What would help you follow through?

Let curiosity open the door. Let your judgment help you choose your next step.

Put Today’s Reflection into Practice

Choose one way to welcome a fresh experience:

Explore: Learn about an interest you’ve been postponing.
Connect: Talk with someone whose experience differs from yours.
Adapt: Adjust a routine that no longer fits your needs.
Create: Try an unfamiliar medium, recipe, or project.
Experience: Visit somewhere new and give it your attention.

You can begin with one hour, one conversation, or one small decision.

Stay curious. Welcome possibility. Notice what inspires you—and give yourself room to explore it.

Understanding Today’s Numbers

The Universal Day number uses the complete date: month, day, and year. Add its digits, then reduce the total:

October 12, 2026
1 + 0 + 1 + 2 + 2 + 0 + 2 + 6 = 14
1 + 4 = 5

In this calculation, 14 is the intermediate total, and 5 is the final number used for this reading. Five’s traditional themes include freedom, movement, variety, adaptability, and learning through experience.

A Universal Day reading explores the date’s general symbolic theme. A Personal Day reading also draws on your birth date, while interpreting 1012 as a number pattern is a separate approach.

Numerology is a symbolic practice rather than a scientifically established influence on events.

Use today’s reading as an invitation for reflection: Where could curiosity and flexibility help you discover a new possibility?

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1011: Give a Voice to the Life You Still Want to Live — Reconnect with Yourself

noreply@blogger.com (EMJ) — Sun, 11 Oct 2026 12:02:22 -0700

Give what matters to you a voice. Let 10/11 inspire a moment of reflection, a clear intention, and one meaningful step toward the life you still want to live.

Reconnect with yourself—and give what matters to you room to grow.

Giving yourself a new beginning and a voice to launch it is a place where many of us have been- but don't really know how to do it. Put it off to another day - well, TODAY is the day!

A new beginning often starts quietly. An idea keeps returning. You miss something you once loved. You begin to realize that a hope you’ve put aside still matters.

October 11 offers an opportunity to pause and pay attention to those feelings.

Read symbolically as 1011, the date brings together themes of initiative, possibility, and intuition. In numerology, 1 represents beginnings, independence, and the courage to act. 0 is associated with potential and spiritual growth. The 11 within the sequence is considered a master number, linked with inspiration and inner awareness.

Together, these interpretations offer a thoughtful message: listen to what is asking for your attention, then give it a place in your life.

The digits in 1011 also add up to 3—a number associated with creativity, communication, and self-expression. This adds something meaningful to the idea of beginning again. A hope can become easier to understand when you put it into words. An idea can develop when you share it. A creative spark can grow when you give yourself time to explore it.

Perhaps your next step is writing the first page, having an honest conversation, or returning to an activity that makes you feel more like yourself. It may be as simple as admitting, “This is important to me, and I want to make time for it.”

Numerology is a symbolic practice, and these meanings are invitations for reflection rather than predictions. Here, we’re exploring the pattern 1011, rather than calculating the numerology of the complete date, including the year.

Let 10/11 be a reminder to give your inner life an outward expression. Write down one thing you want to nurture. Choose one practical action you can take today.

What matters to you deserves more than a passing thought. Give it your attention—and a chance to grow.

1010: A New Beginning for the Life You Still Want to Live - Reconnect with Yourself

noreply@blogger.com (EMJ) — Sat, 10 Oct 2026 11:57:49 -0700

Reconnect with yourself, make room for growth, and take one meaningful step toward what matters to you.

A new beginning starts with making room for what matters to you. Let 10/10 be a reminder to reconnect with yourself and take one meaningful step forward.

Today is 10/10. Let it mean something to you. ✨

In numerology, 1010 is associated with new beginnings, personal growth, and the courage to move forward. Today, let that symbolism become a moment to reconnect with yourself—with the hopes, ideas, and possibilities that still matter to you.

Maybe there’s something you’ve wanted to begin, but life keeps getting in the way. Maybe you’ve spent so much time handling responsibilities that your own dreams have slipped to the bottom of the list. Or perhaps you feel ready for change, even if you can’t quite name what comes next.

Those feelings deserve your attention. Your life deserves your participation.

You can be grateful for what you have and still want to grow. You can feel uncertain and still take a meaningful step. You can begin again without dismissing everything it took to get here.

The digits in 1010 also add up to 2, associated with balance and connection—a reminder to give yourself support as well as encouragement. Reach out. Make space. Choose a pace you can sustain.

Today, do one thing that honors the life you want to live. Write the first paragraph. Make the call. Return to something you love. Give yourself a quiet hour to hear what you’ve been too busy to notice.

Let 10/10 be the day you give something important to you a place in your life again. 💛

Healing the Mind to Heal the Body: A Reflection on Wayne Dyer’s Wisdom

noreply@blogger.com (EMJ) — Wed, 7 Oct 2026 23:47:26 -0700

True vitality is never just a matter of routines, prescriptions, or physical discipline—it is an echo of our internal climate.

A serene sunrise over still waters framing Wayne Dyer’s reminder that lasting health and outer circumstances begin with inner peace and clarity. Image by @In Light Times.

The Inner Blueprint: Shifting Your Thoughts to Heal Your Life

Most of us move through our days believing we are simply reacting to whatever life throws our way. We tell ourselves, “I’m doing fine,” or “I’m just dealing with what’s in front of me.” We assume our stress, fatigue, or sour moods are direct results of a tough schedule, difficult people, bad luck, or just life.

Wayne Dyer pointed out a deeper, more challenging truth: “The state of your life is nothing more than a reflection of the state of your mind.”

Our circumstances rarely appear out of thin air. Instead, our chronic patterns of thinking—the quiet assumptions, the persistent worries, the self-critical commentary- shape our choices, deplete our vitality, and paint the backdrop of our health. When your internal dialogue is chaotic, your body absorbs every ounce of that turbulence.

The reassuring truth is this: you are not stuck with the mind you had yesterday. You have the power to shift it, but wishing for a different mindset will never be enough. You cannot change your life simply by thinking, "I want to change my mind."

Shifting your life starts with recognizing that you hold the brush: healing and vitality begin the moment you intentionally shape your thoughts.

To build a new mindset, you need traction.

Here is where the real work begins:

Stop and Identify What Isn't Working
Don’t try to fix your entire existence all at once. Pause and choose one concrete friction point in your life. Is it chronic evening exhaustion? Constant irritability with family? A lingering physical symptom you brush off? Pick that single area as your anchor.

Uncover the Thought Behind the Pattern
Ask yourself honestly: What do I repeatedly think about this situation? If you're constantly exhausted, are you running the belief that you must fix everything for everyone? If you feel stuck, are you telling yourself it's too late to shift? Trace the circumstance back to the repetitive thought fueling it.

Anchor Into the Desired Outcome
Instead of looping on what you hate about the current reality, clarify the exact state of mind you actually want to embody. Define how that calmer, healthier version of you thinks and moves through that specific scenario.

Practice Intentional Mental Redirects
The moment the old mental script kicks in, interrupt it physically. Take a deep breath, drop your shoulders, and deliberately substitute your chosen focus. A changed mind is not an overnight revelation; it is a discipline built through hundreds of small, daily redirects.

Real healing and lasting vitality do not start with extreme regimens or waiting for the world outside to settle down. Pick your starting point today. Trace the thought, interrupt the loop, and let your body and life reflect the calm you intentionally build from within.

Eugenia M. Jarrett

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STOP Cutting Down The Trees - Serious Effects Occuring

noreply@blogger.com (EMJ) — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 16:22:41 -0700

There is a serious problem around the world in the cutting down of too many trees. There is a difference between thinning and cleaning out the forests, and cutting down and clearing areas to constantly build. I am not saying stop building, I am saying build and keep some of the trees and plant more.

You can see how serious one of the side effects is below.

Understanding Your Chakras: Yoga, Meditation & Masuda Mohamadi’s Guide

noreply@blogger.com (EMJ) — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:32:25 -0700

The Reading Room · A book overview of Unlock the Power of Your Chakras: An Immersive Experience through Exercises, Yoga Sets & Meditations by Masuda Mohamadi

A quiet moment of meditation illustrates the inward exploration at the heart of Masuda Mohamadi’s chakra guide.

Some books invite us to look at the world differently. Others turn our attention inward—to the habits, emotions, and beliefs that shape how we move through life.

In Unlock the Power of Your Chakras, yoga teacher and author Masuda Mohamadi brings that inward exploration into practice. Drawing on the philosophy of yoga, she uses the chakra system as a framework for exploring the connections between body, mind, and spiritual life.

Each chapter focuses on a particular chakra, pairing its themes with exercises, yoga sets, and meditations. Mohamadi guides readers through what she describes as strengthening and balancing these energy centers, offering ways to engage with the ideas through movement, reflection, and focused attention.

Putting thoughts on paper offers a starting point for the self-reflection explored in Masuda Mohamadi’s chakra guide.

The book also includes affirmations, journaling prompts, and questions for self-exploration, alongside poses from Hatha and Kundalini yoga. These different approaches give readers several ways into the subject: through the body, through quiet contemplation, or through the insights that emerge when we begin putting our thoughts on paper.

Mohamadi connects her spiritual perspective with accessible discussions of psychology and behavioral change. Her approach encourages readers to consider how greater self-understanding might influence their choices, relationships, and sense of connection.

Unlock the Power of Your Chakras offers an invitation to move beyond learning the names of the chakras—to explore how the practices associated with them might become part of a more attentive, intentional life.

Explore Unlock the Power of Your Chakras by Masuda Mohamadi

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"Unlock the Power of Your Chakras" by Masuda Mohamadi (Author) is an excellent book for anyone interested in the Chakras. It takes you step by step with yoga sets, journaling, exercises, meditations, and more...explaining in simple-to-understand details how and why. A guide to a healthier and happier life.

Blessings and Happiness,

Eugenia

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How Do Singing Bowls Work? Sound, Vibration & Suren Shrestha’s Book

noreply@blogger.com (EMJ) — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 11:02:21 -0700

The Reading Room · A book overview of How to Heal with Singing Bowls: Traditional Tibetan Healing Methods by Suren Shrestha

A singing bowl’s lingering tone offers a simple starting point for exploring sound, vibration, and mindful listening.

A singing bowl begins with a single strike. The tone expands, its vibration lingers, and for a moment, our attention follows it. How to Heal with Singing Bowls: Traditional Tibetan Healing Methods invites readers to consider what that moment of listening can offer.

Author Suren Shrestha draws on Himalayan sound-healing practices to explain how practitioners use singing bowls for meditation, relaxation, and what they describe as energetic balance. He offers step-by-step guidance on playing and placing the bowls, along with chakra-balancing practices. His approach brings together sound we hear, vibration we may feel, and the intention we bring to the experience.

The resonant tone of a singing bowl offers a moment to pause and listen. The water ripples illustrate vibration; they are not a demonstration of the bowl’s effect on nearby water.

Shrestha explores how practitioners use singing bowls for meditation, relaxation, and healing. His descriptions of sound and vibration invite readers to listen more closely—and to consider how a moment of stillness might support their own sense of well-being.

When a singing bowl’s rim vibrates, it moves the surrounding air and produces sound. The water ripples are a visual analogy for vibration, not a demonstration of what happens to a separate bowl of water.

Shrestha’s book asks us to listen beyond the first note—to notice its resonance, the silence that follows, and what changes when we give both our full attention. It is an invitation to explore sound as part of a more intentional way of living.

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The Footprints We Create

noreply@blogger.com (EMJ) — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:28:30 -0700

Life is a constant teacher from the time we come into existence. When we take that first breath and utter our first cry, we are announcing to the world... “We have arrived.” Our soul has taken its place among all the other souls in this dimension to experience a human existence.

By Michelene K. Bell

The footprints we create are ours alone. They are the records of our journey that will lead us back to our destination we call home.

With Life being our Master Guide, we are exposed to a myriad of events that shape our very characters. Through Life’s lessons and challenges, we begin to form our view of the world and how we act within it.

The input we receive from birth becomes ingrained in the very fabric of who we will eventually become.

In our development, the many different personas we embrace make us unique. In this uniqueness, we are able to present ourselves in different roles. Some may see us as the “life of the party” while others experience us as “uptight.” In other words, we are not just one character that plays out a script upon the stage of Life. Nor are we always cast in the same role because our script will change with each new experience. It is important to realize that we are the scriptwriters, the producers, and the actor/actresses of our play.

In addition, it is in how we see ourselves, which is the result of Life’s lessons and challenges. It involves our inner actions with the people we encounter and the influences of how we were raised. Like the universe, we are constantly in a state of flux. It is only when we become stagnant that we stop growing and playing the game of Life.

“We are all actors and actresses on the stage of life. We play different roles and influence others. What role will we enact today? Will it be one of a hero, an instigator, an optimist, or a pessimist? The choice is ours alone.”

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Michelene K. Bell March 28, 2017 “Within the Light of a new dawn, I remain”

Michelene K. Bell, the Founder and Publisher of In Light Times, Concepts for Conscious Living (for 27 years), and a professional freelance writer with a passion for life. Michelene brings clarity and heart to the written word. She paints a vivid picture within the content of articles, blogs, newsletters, and all things literary. Michelene enjoys great friends, fantastic food, travel, creative endeavors, and having fun exploring new adventures.

Michelene K. Bell (1951 - 2021): Founder, Publisher, Editor, and Author - In Light Times Magazine, Concepts for Conscious Living.

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The Truth About Himalayan Salt: Why the Minerals Matter

noreply@blogger.com (EMJ) — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:47:16 -0700

Before salt became a familiar white seasoning on our kitchen tables, it was something entirely different—a naturally formed mineral deposit created by ancient oceans and preserved deep within the Earth for millions of years. Understanding that journey is the first step toward understanding why not all salt is the same.

Himalayan pink salt is a naturally occurring mineral deposit formed from ancient seas over hundreds of millions of years ago. Unlike refined table salt, it retains the natural colors and trace minerals that developed during its geological formation.

Before salt became the white crystals in a kitchen shaker, it spent hundreds of millions of years forming beneath ancient oceans. Its journey reveals an overlooked story about minerals, food processing, and one of the oldest natural foods on Earth.

By Eugenia Martini-Jarrett
Founder & Editor, Reconnecting to Health
Editor & Publisher, In Light Times

Carbohydrates provide fuel.

Protein builds and repairs.

Healthy fats support cells and hormones.

Minerals quietly make it all work.

Every heartbeat. Every nerve impulse. Every muscle contraction. Every movement of water through your body depends on minerals called electrolytes. Sodium and chloride are among them, working alongside potassium, magnesium, calcium, and other essential minerals to regulate hydration, support nerve communication, enable muscles to contract, and help keep your heart beating normally.

Most of us know we obtain these minerals from fruits, vegetables, dairy products, nuts, seeds, legumes, seafood, and other wholesome foods.

Few of us realize that salt itself began as a natural mineral deposit.

The Story Begins Underground

Every crystal of authentic Himalayan pink salt begins its journey beneath the mountains of Pakistan's historic Salt Range. These ancient deposits were created long before modern civilization and remain one of the world's most remarkable geological records of prehistoric oceans.

The historic Khewra Salt Mine in Pakistan is one of the world's oldest and largest sources of authentic Himalayan pink salt. The ancient halite deposits were formed when prehistoric seas evaporated, leaving behind vast mineral-rich layers that remain remarkably preserved today.

More than 500 million years ago, ancient seas slowly evaporated beneath the sun, leaving behind vast beds of mineral-rich crystals. Over millions of years, these deposits were buried deep within the Earth and preserved until they were eventually uncovered in regions near today's Himalayan mountain range. What we know as Himalayan pink salt is the result of one of Earth's oldest geological processes—not modern manufacturing.

Natural Himalayan salt is composed primarily of sodium chloride, just like table salt. The difference is that it also retains small amounts of naturally occurring trace minerals—including iron, potassium, magnesium, and calcium—that remain part of its original geological composition. These minerals give Himalayan salt its distinctive pink color and remind us that salt was never created by nature as simply purified sodium chloride.

It's important to keep those minerals in perspective. They occur in relatively small amounts and are not a substitute for a healthy, nutrient-rich diet. Whole foods remain our best source of essential vitamins and minerals, and current research does not show that Himalayan salt provides these trace minerals in amounts large enough to replace those foods.

"Nature spent millions of years creating salt. Modern manufacturing spends hours changing it."

So why does Himalayan salt matter?

Because it tells an important story.

Modern table salt is refined to produce a highly consistent product composed almost entirely of sodium chloride. This makes it uniform in appearance, free-flowing, and ideal for manufacturing. In many countries, iodine is then added to refined table salt to help prevent iodine deficiency—one of the great successes of modern public health. Specialty salts, including Himalayan salt, usually contain little or no iodine unless they are specifically labeled as iodized.

But refining also changes salt in ways nature originally created it.

The real conversation isn't whether Himalayan salt is a miracle food.

It isn't. Nor is it about replacing healthy foods with a pinch of pink salt.

Instead, it's about understanding that one of nature's oldest foods originally existed as a complex mineral deposit, and that refining intentionally simplifies it into a highly purified product.

The infographic below illustrates the journey of Himalayan pink salt from ancient underground mineral deposits to your table, comparing it with the industrial refining process used to produce modern table salt. Notice how the two paths differ—from their geological origins and processing methods to their mineral composition and iodine fortification.

From ancient mineral deposits to the modern table, not all salt follows the same journey. This infographic compares how Himalayan pink salt and refined table salt differ in origin, processing, mineral composition, and iodine fortification.

The real story isn't what Himalayan salt adds. It's what refining changes.

Perhaps that's the question we should be asking more often—not only about salt, but about many of the foods we eat every day.

Because understanding where our food comes from is the first step toward making informed choices about what we put on our plates.

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Choosing Authentic Himalayan Salt

If you decide to purchase Himalayan pink salt, remember that not all products are created equal.

Authentic Himalayan pink salt is sourced from the ancient Salt Range of Pakistan, home to the world-famous Khewra Salt Mine and nearby historic deposits that formed more than 500 million years ago.

When shopping, look for labels that clearly state:

✔ Product of Pakistan
✔ Mined in Pakistan
✔ Origin: Pakistan

Be cautious of vague marketing terms such as "Natural Pink Salt," "Mineral Salt," or "Himalayan Style" if the country of origin isn't identified.

Editor's Selections

The following brands are commonly recognized for sourcing their Himalayan pink salt from Pakistan. As with any product, always verify the country of origin on the label before purchasing, as sourcing can change.

Knowing where your food comes from is one of the simplest ways to make more informed choices.

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Explore the Science - Article Sources

Harvard Health Publishing – The Salts of the Earth

Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health – Salt and Sodium

National Institutes of Health – Office of Dietary Supplements – Iodine Fact Sheet

Harvard Health Publishing – Cut Salt? It Won't Affect Your Iodine Intake

About the Author

Eugenia Martini-Jarrett is the Founder and Editor of Reconnecting to Health and the Editor & Publisher of In Light Times. Through both publications, she is dedicated to translating scientific research, wellness insights, and emerging health topics into engaging, reader-friendly articles that inspire curiosity, encourage critical thinking, and help readers make informed decisions about lifelong wellness.

Her editorial philosophy is simple: look beyond the headlines, ask better questions, and follow the science wherever it leads.

Be Irreplaceable!

noreply@blogger.com (EMJ) — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 17:13:10 -0700

Be the Individual, Awesome, Wonderful person you truly are. Embrace YOU! You are Irreplaceable!

"In Order To Be Irreplaceable, One Must Always Be Different." ~ Coco Chanel

Your individuality is YOU...nurture it, grow it with confidence and knowledge that you are unique - in a wonderful way.

What do you feel draws you to like someone? Is it because they are like everyone else, or because they are unique - real - different?

Often it is difficult to have the confidence that your being "different" is a good thing. Sometimes you feel as if you are "weird", "not acceptable", "too different", "black sheep", "inferior", "not smart enough", etc...

Do you think you are the only one who feels those pangs of pain? Those insecurities?

When you take those insecurities and decide they are not going to be a part of your life and tackle them one at a time...you will be amazed how your inner self has the knowledge and strength to overcome and use those insecurities as stepping stones to building the individuality and personality of who you truly are and want to be.

It's not easy - but it certainly is worth it.

Have you ever taken a leap of faith against a specific fear or insecurity? Have you ever dove into a pool, even though you thought you were going to faint? Or stood up and had to give a speech? Or even something as simple as walking on stage to get a certificate?

Remember the anxiety of the accomplishment?

That moment helped build your foundation, a small step toward eliminating that specific fear...and slowly other fears...and it gave you a wonderful feeling of "I DID IT!", even though, again, you thought you would never survive it.

Remember those moments when faced with choices of activating your individual personality, wants, and happiness. Those will all build YOU, the different YOU, the YOU that will be fulfilled and content.

~ Eugenia Martini-Jarrett

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An entrepreneur, artist, writer, editor, publisher, and graphic designer, Eugenia has spent her career educating, inspiring, and creating through both print and digital media. She previously served as the Editor and Publisher of In Light Times Magazine and is a Certified Reconnective Healing® Practitioner. Above all, she is a proud mother and grandmother who believes that curiosity, creativity, and lifelong learning are essential to living well.

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Healthy Foods Are Facing a New Test—And That's Good News for All of Us

noreply@blogger.com (EMJ) — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:05:13 -0700

Every trip to the grocery store is built on trust. We trust that the foods labeled clean, organic, or natural are as safe and wholesome as they claim to be.

Now, many retailers are working to strengthen that trust by requiring suppliers to provide independent laboratory testing before products ever reach store shelves. From screening for heavy metals and pesticide residues to verifying allergen controls and microbial safety, this growing movement is raising the standard for food transparency, accountability, and consumer confidence.

For families striving to make healthier choices, that's encouraging news. It reflects a growing commitment to verifying product quality rather than simply trusting what's printed on the label.

At Reconnecting to Health, we believe informed consumers make healthier decisions. Our Research Worth Reading series highlights credible research, emerging trends, and important developments that help you make more informed choices about your health and well-being. This article explores how retailer expectations are changing—and why stronger testing standards may ultimately benefit every household.

Research Worth Reading

https://www.rlfoodtestinglaboratory.com/new-testing-requirements-from-u-s-retailers

Key Takeaways:

• Many retailers are requiring independent third-party testing before products reach store shelves.
• Certificates of Analysis (COAs) are becoming an important tool for verifying product quality and safety.
• Testing may include heavy metals, pesticide residues, allergens, and microbial contaminants.
• Stronger testing standards help increase transparency, accountability, and consumer confidence.
• Better information empowers healthier choices—making it easier for families to shop with greater peace of mind.

Knowledge is one of the most powerful ingredients in lifelong health.

Understanding Stress: Listening to What Your Body Is Saying

noreply@blogger.com (EMJ) — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:09:58 -0700

Stress has become so common that many of us accept it as a normal part of everyday life. But chronic stress isn't simply "feeling overwhelmed." It affects nearly every system in the body—from sleep and digestion to blood pressure, immune function, and emotional well-being.

In this article, we're looking at the science behind stress through information provided by the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH). You'll discover why the body's natural stress response exists, how prolonged stress can affect health, and what research says about evidence-based approaches such as mindfulness, relaxation techniques, deep breathing, and yoga.

At Reconnecting to Health, I believe lasting wellness isn't found in a quick fix. It's built by caring for the whole person—mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. I hope this article offers practical insights and encourages you to take a few moments each day to reconnect with yourself.
Research Worth Reading:

https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/stress

Key Takeaways:

• Chronic stress affects nearly every system of the body.
• Mindfulness and meditation have growing scientific support.
• Regular physical activity can reduce the body's stress response.
• Deep breathing and relaxation techniques activate the body's natural calming system.
• Small daily habits often make the biggest long-term difference.

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https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/stress

"The World As We Have Created..." Albert Einstein - Change Your World - Build Your World

noreply@blogger.com (EMJ) — Fri, 23 Aug 2024 11:56:00 -0700

Albert Einstein was brilliant in so many ways - and his quotes are undoubtedly filled with wisdom and inspiration. We all know that we can only change ourselves and the results we want to achieve by changing our minds to support the growth we desire...this has been proven over and over again...

Remember

GARBAGE IN - GARBAGE OUT

This quote is simple but effective. Do you want to change anything - something in your life? ...Take time, be honest with yourself, and reflect on how you treat yourself, others, loved ones, and your thoughts about the world...as well as how you feel when certain circumstances occur in your life that are pleasant or unpleasant.

Then think about one small, even tiny thought or pattern that you can adjust to help correct that issue. (Remember to write these things down ... it is easy to forget or get off track. Keep a running accounting of your goals, steps, challenges, and accomplishments. You will grow faster and achieve greater confidence in your quest.)

ONE SMALL STEP AT A TIME...IN THE POSITIVE DIRECTION

Eugenia Martini-Jarrett

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Eugenia Martini-Jarrett is the founder of Reconnecting To Health, promoting health and wellness through holistic, organic, and natural health for the body, mind, and spirit. Publisher and Editor of In Light Times Magazine, which is being brought back from being retired. It was physically published for over 25 years and now it will be a limited online version, beginning with Facebook.

Eugenia is also the Owner/Founder of Eugenia's Art Gallery, Reconnecting To Health, Reconnecting to Health FB Group, FashionologyBiz, Target It! Marketing, as well as an entrepreneur, artist, writer, editor, publisher, graphic designer, coach, Certified Reconnective Healer, Intuitive Guidance, and a very proud mother and grandmother, and now a GREAT Grandmother!

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In Light Times Magazine (from the archives) May 2012 Year 22, Issue 2, Featuring Dr. Wayne Dyer

noreply@blogger.com (EMJ) — Thu, 22 Aug 2024 10:24:00 -0700

Another issue of In Light Times Magazine featuring Dr. Wayne Dyer: 'Changing Your Concept of Yourself', as well as a variety of other excellent articles is now available for you to read.

(We are bringing any past issues of In Light Times magazines which we have located for your viewing and reading pleasure.)

In Light Times Magazine: Concepts for Conscious Living magazine, Inspirational, holistic health for the body, mind, and spirit.

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In Light Times May 2012 magazine featuring Wayne Dyer; Changing Your Concept of Yourself, plus a variety of excellent articles.

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In Light Times Magazine February 2012 - Year 22, Issue 1

noreply@blogger.com (EMJ) — Fri, 16 Aug 2024 15:08:00 -0700

We are pleased to be bringing you any past issues of In Light Times magazines which we have located for your reading pleasure.

In Light Times Magazine: Concepts for Conscious Living magazine, Inspirational, holistic health for the body, mind, and spirit. Full PDF magazine issue - February 2012

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In Light Times magazine, February 2012 Issue 1 , featuring Kathleen McIntire and Erin Cote, Judi Moreo; Alan Cohen and more...

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Recycled Fracking Oil Water Contaminating Agriculture

noreply@blogger.com (EMJ) — Wed, 14 Aug 2024 11:50:00 -0700

Fracking Oil Waste Water is being recycled for agricultural use.

A little more info on the results of fracking and the health of the planet and its people.

By Eugenia Martini-Jarrett

I remember years ago when "greywater" was the hot topic of conversation and all the controversy about it, and how it could or should be used. It became the "way of the future for irrigation" and more.

Yes, when handled correctly and used daily so bacteria does not build up, there is a time and place for the benefits of "greywater". There is still a matter of concern with the recycling of detergents, soaps, etc., which are in greywater, and their effects on crops and soils.

"Greywater is gently used water from your bathroom sinks, showers, tubs, and washing machines. It is not water that has come into contact with feces, either from the toilet or from washing diapers.
Greywater may contain traces of dirt, food, grease, hair, and certain household cleaning products." www.greywateraction.org

"Greywater is washwater. That is, all wastewater excepting toilet wastes and food wastes derived from garbage grinders. There are significant distinctions between greywater and toilet wastewater (called "blackwater"). These distinctions tell us how these wastewaters should be treated /managed and why, in the interests of public health and environmental protection, they should not be mixed together." www.greywater.org

However, now we are looking at recycled "fracking water", a completely different can of worms and toxins. Fracking water is the water from Hydraulic “fracking”, which is "the process of drilling and injecting fluid into the ground at a high pressure to fracture shale rocks to release natural gas inside."

Fracking uses an immense amount of good clean water for its process, resulting in a majority of the water staying in the earth, returning a small percentage of water (filled with fracking/oil contamination), which is then recycled for irrigation use. Since millions and millions of gallons are used for fracking, millions of gallons of 'fracking oil wastewater' are now dedicated to recycling.

"In order to frack, an enormous amount of water is mixed with various toxic chemical compounds to create frack fluid. This frack fluid is further contaminated by the heavy metals and radioactive elements that exist naturally in the shale. A significant portion of the frack fluid returns to the surface, where it can spill or be dumped into rivers and streams. Underground water supplies can also be contaminated by fracking, through migration of gas and frack fluid underground." GreenPeace.Org

Several reports have revealed that certain farms in California are using recycled "fracking oil water" for some of their farming irrigation. It has also been indicated that using recycled oil water has been in practice under the radar for approximately 20 years,

"Headquartered in San Ramon, California, Chevron is responsible for recycling the toxic fracking wastewater, which contains more than 200 chemicals including diesel, biocides and benzene, before selling it to farmers at a fraction of the cost of fresh water.

Fresh water reportedly costs $1,500 per square foot, while recycled oil water costs a mere $33 per square foot, according to Phys.org.

The ability for oil companies to earn a profit off their wastewater, is extremely similar to the way the phosphate fertilizer industry sells their byproduct, hydrofluorosilicic acid, to be added to public drinking water."(http://www.naturalnews.com/050624_fracking_chemicals_food_crops_waste_water.html#ixzz3hlhgHSne)

There is a great concern that the use of 'recycled fracking oil 'wastewater' carries contaminants and toxins that are dangerous to crops. Not in the growth or harvesting of the crops as much as in the nutritional and contamination levels for human consumption.

"The current treatment of waste water involves halogen containing oxidants to eliminate bacteria. But the oxidants can lead to toxic reactions, making this solution less than optimal. Instead, Barron recommends relying more on physical methods and less on chemical methods. In other words, separating the contaminants from the water rather than chemically changing them." http://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Researchers-Call-For-New-Approach-To-Recycling-Fracking-Waste-Water.html

Fracking is a global concern as it is, with ramifications that are devastating in many ways. There are way too many points to put into one article - it would be a book. However, while the issue of 'fracking' is being dealt with, now there is the issue of irrigating crops with 'recycled oil waste'.

There is also a concern that 'organic farms' have resorted to using 'recycled fracking water' for irrigation due to the drought. That is another issue that needs addressing: Is it still considered "Organic" if recycled fracking wastewater is used to water the crops? Personally, I don't think so. This is another note that needs to be added to our "Organic farming' protection checklist.

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Eugenia Martini-Jarrett is the founder of Reconnecting To Health, promoting health and wellness through holistic, organic and natural methods for the body, mind and spirit, publisher and editor of the Holistic and Alternative Metaphysical Magazine, In Light Times, is a writer, graphic designer and artist, professional layout and design. Eugenia also holds her certification as a Reconnective Healer for over 20 years and has been an avid natural healing and wellness advocate and consultant for over 30 years.

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Give Your Hopes a Voice

Give Yourself a Place to Begin - Numbers & Possibilities – October 26–November 1, 2026

Monday, October 26 | Give Your Idea a Chance

Tuesday, October 27 | Let Someone Meet You Halfway

Wednesday, October 28 | Bring Some Enjoyment Back

Thursday, October 29 | Make It Easier to Follow Through

Friday, October 30 | Allow a Different Approach

Saturday, October 31 | Enjoy the People Around You

Sunday, November 1 | Give November a Little Thought

A Thought to Carry

Give “Someday” a Place on Your Calendar

The Week Ahead: Numbers & Possibilities - October 19–25, 2026

Monday, October 19 | Say What MattersThe day’s number: 3

A Thought to Carry

Outlive: Living Longer, Living More Fully

The Reading Room · A book overview of Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity by Peter Attia, MD, with Bill Gifford.More Life in Your Years. More Joy in Your Days.

Brown, White, or Blue Eggs—Which Color Is Healthier?

Where Those Beautiful Colors Come From

Why Brown Eggs Often Cost More

An Orange Yolk Is Not a Nutrition Report Card

What Really Can Change an Egg’s Nutrients?

A Newer Finding: Even the Season Can Matter

Read the Carton Beyond the Color

A Recent Update Worth Knowing

Choose With Understanding

Sources

Your Next Decision Can Be a New Beginning

1013: Bring More Heart into Your Day—Connection Begins with Care

Make Connection Something You Do

Create a Place That Welcomes You

Include Yourself in the Care

Support Without Taking Over

Bring Today’s Message to Life

Understanding Today’s Numbers

More Than Digestion: Why Fiber Matters—and What “Fibermaxxing” Gets Right

Fiber Works Beyond Digestion

Start with Everyday Foods

Inulin and Chicory-Root Fiber: Understanding the Benefit

Don’t Forget the Seeds

Cellulose: Know the Source and Make Your Choice

What About Fiber Drinks?

Read Beyond “High Fiber”

Build Comfortably

1012: Step Beyond the Familiar—Discover New Possibilities

Give Curiosity a Place in Your Day

Allow Yourself Another Approach

Discover Possibilities Through Connection

Give Your Freedom Some Direction

Put Today’s Reflection into Practice

Understanding Today’s Numbers

1011: Give a Voice to the Life You Still Want to Live — Reconnect with Yourself

1010: A New Beginning for the Life You Still Want to Live - Reconnect with Yourself

Healing the Mind to Heal the Body: A Reflection on Wayne Dyer’s Wisdom

STOP Cutting Down The Trees - Serious Effects Occuring

Understanding Your Chakras: Yoga, Meditation & Masuda Mohamadi’s Guide

The Reading Room · A book overview of Unlock the Power of Your Chakras: An Immersive Experience through Exercises, Yoga Sets & Meditations by Masuda Mohamadi

How Do Singing Bowls Work? Sound, Vibration & Suren Shrestha’s Book

The Reading Room · A book overview of How to Heal with Singing Bowls: Traditional Tibetan Healing Methods by Suren Shrestha

The Footprints We Create

The Truth About Himalayan Salt: Why the Minerals Matter

Choosing Authentic Himalayan Salt

Editor's Selections

Be Irreplaceable!

Be the Individual, Awesome, Wonderful person you truly are. Embrace YOU! You are Irreplaceable!

Healthy Foods Are Facing a New Test—And That's Good News for All of Us

Research Worth Reading

Understanding Stress: Listening to What Your Body Is Saying

"The World As We Have Created..." Albert Einstein - Change Your World - Build Your World

In Light Times Magazine (from the archives) May 2012 Year 22, Issue 2, Featuring Dr. Wayne Dyer

In Light Times Magazine February 2012 - Year 22, Issue 1

Recycled Fracking Oil Water Contaminating Agriculture

Fracking Oil Waste Water is being recycled for agricultural use.

Monday, October 19 | Say What Matters
The day’s number: 3