Mind--Health--Money

3 Steps To Lasting Weight Loss

noreply@blogger.com (rambler ....) — Tue, 07 May 2013 08:32:00 +0000

Losing weight and maintaining weight loss for a period of time requires some simple lifestyle changes. Remember to keep your adjustments within a sustainable reach, you should be able to lose weight and keep it off without much adjustment to your daily life.

Losing weight does not have to require extended trips to the gym or some fad diet. Here are there steps to a healthier day that can help you slim down on weight without slimming down on your free time.

Exercise Daily

This can make a difference in your body shape and in the way your body processes calories. When you exercise, you work your heart, mind and body. You are building your muscle mass, which in turn will increase the speed of your metabolism.

You also encourage your heart to pump blood throughout your body more effectively this means that you will have healthier blood and a reduced risk of any heart disease. Fatty deposits are reduced which in turn helps reduce your risk of any health problems. You produce more endorphins that flow through your body, this means that you will have a more positive attitude.

You simply need to workout regularly for a minimum of half an hour. Working out means taking a two-mile walk at a fast pace, throwing a Frisbee or riding a bicycle. Whatever the workout is, keep in mind that it should elevate your heart above it standing heart rate and it should make you breathe slightly heavier than normal. It is also good if you can break a sweat or feel your muscles challenged.

Eat All Things in Moderation

When you are trying to lose weight, it is vital that you allow yourself to eat all foods, but eat the unhealthy ones in moderation. The primary reason for many diets to fail is that people reduce the foods that they allow themselves to eat so drastically that they feel anxious after awhile eating the same things time and time again. When you allow yourself to give into simple cravings, you are rewarding your body and making it less tempted to crave larger portions of the bad foods.

You should also eat small portions of every food, regardless of its nutritional content. Eating smaller portions will help your stomach adjust to consuming less food. You can also drink water to help you feel full. American’s especially have a habit of eating more than one portion of food per meal – so be aware of your food portions!

Call a Buddy

Studies prove that having a Buddy help you work out increases your chances of maintaining a diet, exercise routine, or long-term weight loss. Buddies are fabulous motivators. They will keep you attuned to your habits and help you feel accountable throughout the day. If you must, enlist the help of a partner to be an appointed weight loss guardian. He or she will be tasked with ensuring that you stick to your weight loss goals by encouraging you to report your progress several times a week.

7 Days To A Better You

noreply@blogger.com (rambler ....) — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:45:00 +0000

In the world we live in right now there are many ways to lose your sense of self-worth despite how trivial it could get. Instead of letting all these trivial things get us down we should focus on what is important in life. So whatever happens, try not to lose your own sense of self.

So what does it take?

1. Know your purpose

Are you wandering through life with little direction - hoping that you'll find happiness, health and prosperity? Identify your life purpose or mission statement and you will have your own unique compass that will lead you to your truth north every time.

This may seem tricky at first when you see yourself to be in a tight or even dead end. But there's always that little loophole to turn things around and you can make a big difference to yourself.

2. Know your values

What do you value most? Make a list of your top 5 values. Some examples are security, freedom, family, spiritual development, learning. As you set your goals for 2005 - check your goals against your values. If the goal doesn't align with any of your top five values - you may want to reconsider it or revise it.

The number shouldn't discourage you, instead it should motivate you to do more than you can ever dreamed of.

3. Know your needs

Unmet needs can keep you from living authentically. Take care of yourself. Do you have a need to be acknowledged, to be right, to be in control, to be loved? There are so many people who lived their lives without realizing their dreams and most of them end up being stressed or even depressed for that matter. List your top four needs and get them met before it's too late!

4. Know your passions

You know who you are and what you truly enjoy in life. Obstacles like doubt and lack of enthusiasm will only hinder you, but will not derail your chance to become the person you ought to be. Express yourself and honor the people who has inspired you to become the very person you wanted to be.

5. Live from the inside out

Increase your awareness of your inner wisdom by regularly reflecting in silence. Commune with nature. Breathe deeply to quiet your distracted mind. For most of us city slickers it's hard to even find the peace and quiet we want even in our own home. In my case I often just sit in a dimly lit room and play some classical music. There's sound, yes, but music does soothe the savage beast.

6. Honor your strengths

What are your positive traits? What special talents do you have? List three - if you get stuck, ask those closest to you to help identify these. Are you imaginative, witty, good with your hands? Find ways to express your authentic self through your strengths. You can increase your self-confidence when you can share what you know to others.

7. Serve others

When you live authentically, you may find that you develop an interconnected sense of being. When you are true to who you are, living your purpose and giving of your talents to the world around you, you give back in service what you came to share with others -your spirit - your essence. The rewards for sharing your gift with those close to you is indeed rewarding, much more if it were to be the eyes of a stranger who can appreciate what you have done to them.

Self-improvement is indeed one type of work that is worth it. It shouldn't always be within the confines of an office building, or maybe in the four corners of your own room. The difference lies within ourselves and how much we want to change for the better.

3 Acne Skin Care Tips For Healthier Skin

noreply@blogger.com (rambler ....) — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:14:00 +0000

Most medical professionals suggest that people affected and suffering with acne must practice certain acne skin care methods which will help improve the condition of their skin.

Acne is a very severe skin disorder that affects thousands of people from all over the world. It affects not only the surface of the skin but also the inner layers. Acne usually occurs on the face, neck, chest and back, starting in adolescence.

A number of acne experts and skin care professionals have conducted many studies on how to prevent the formation of acne. And fortunately, these skin care specialists have come out with certain acne skin care tips that can be of great help for fighting acne. I have selected the three simpler yet most powerful acne skin care tips that you can follow in order to have a healthier skin. These are mentioned below:

You Should Always Clean Your Skin Very Gently

Personal hygiene is very important for fighting acne. You should gently clean your skin with a mild cleanser at least twice a day. This is a simple acne skin care step and is deemed important for fighting acne since washing your face or the other affected areas will wipe away the acne-causing bacteria found on the skin.

Scrubbing is not a good considered a good acne skin care move since it will just trigger the development of more acne, worsening the condition.

You Should Refrain from Frequently Handeling Your Skin

Dont pinch, pick or squeeze your pimple since it will only worsen the condition. Many of the acne sufferers have considered this skin care step as one of the most important acne skin care pointers knowing that it may only cause infection and scar formation. As this acne skin care tip holds, you should avoid rubbing and touching your skin lesions if possible.

Always Choose Cosmetics Carefully

Note that in order to avoid the onset or the development of acne, the cosmetics you plan on using like the foundation, blush, moisturizers, and eye shadow should be oil free. Aside from that, you must avoid oily hair products for they may cause closed comedones. Therefore, those products that are labeled as noncomedogenic should be applied.

Hopefully, the above mentioned acne skin care tips will be a good start to help you enhance your skin condition.

5 Health Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle

noreply@blogger.com (rambler ....) — Mon, 27 Sep 2010 12:06:00 +0000

Eat dark green vegetables ( spinach, kale, broccoli, green beans ) at least three times a week. Dark green vegetables are packed full of vitamins such as iron and calcium.

Drink more water! The reason you keep hearing this is because it is true we need to supply our bodies with a good amount of water each day.

Try to eat at least one raw fruit or a handfull of raw vegetables everyday.

Refirned sugars are not good for you so try and reduce your refined sugar intake.

Eat the colours of the rainbow the bigger the variety of fruits and vegetables you eat the better.

Remember that you really are what you eat. Adopting a healthier lifestyle will only benefit you in the long run. So take it one day at a time and incorporate a few of these tips into your everday life. You will soon be feeling the benefits of a healthier and more energetic you.

Emoticon's Facebook =D

noreply@blogger.com (rambler ....) — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 15:16:00 +0000

To All You Facebook chatters I Give You Emoticon's

Smile

Tongue

Wink

;)

Grin

:-D :D =D

Curly lips

Kiss

:-* :*

Grumpy

>:( >:-(

Glasses

8-) 8) B-) B)

Sunglasses

8-| 8| B-| B

Upset

>:O >:-O >:o>:-o

Confused

o.O O.o

Shark

(^^^)

Gasp

:-O :O :-o :o

Pacman

Squint

-_-

Devil

3:) 3:-)

Unsure

:/ :-/ :\ :-\

Frown

:-( :( :[ =(

Cry

:'(

Robot

:|]

Heart

Angel

O:) O:-)

Kiki

^_^

Penguin

<(“)

Have Fun !!

Food Glorious Food

noreply@blogger.com (rambler ....) — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 13:34:00 +0000

How we all love to eat ---- dinners with friends, afternoon snacks, late night fridge foraging or a quick candy bar every so often. Its so easy to eat isn't it but what about the consequences, that's right I'm talking about weight.

If you don't have a weight problem i am truly glad for you and slightly envious. There is nothing worse than not being able to fit into something that hung loosely on your frame a few months ago. Having to fight the bulge myself ever since i can remember i know how frustrating it can be to lose that extra pound or two and how difficult it becomes to stay away from glorious food ( i love food ).

In any case what i am trying to say here is that losing weight is and never will be easy it seems to be the universal law surrounding the weight loss phenomena.

I also have another universal law to add to this post and it goes a little something like this. No matter how many wonder drugs and weight loss potions the they produce, market and sell to us it does not beat the fact that the only true and healthy way to lose weight is to.......

" WALK MORE & EAT LESS "

Someones got the right idea (**,)

This is the "law" people put into the simplest wording i could think of. Now ask yourself the question did you already know that? I guarantee you right this moment that 99.99999 % of all overweight people know this. It is so simple eat less calories than you burn and weight loss is inevitable. All that's left to do is to incorporate this universal law into your daily life. I'm doing it and I know you can to !!!

There is nothing stopping you but yourself :)

Trading stocks live on the JSE

noreply@blogger.com (rambler ....) — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 07:32:00 +0000

Trading online stocks is something I have been wanting to do for a while now and finally i got my act together and started this morning. I joined a group called world focus and i am trading on the IG Market platform... after joining I was welcomed with open arms to the live trading forum situated close to where i stay which is a great place to meet like minded people who all have similar goals in mind -- Trading stocks online :)

It is actually amazing how simple the system is , I mean a child could operate it which is a little scary because with the wrong information you could lose some serious money. I have already lost 5000 -- (demo cash) hahaha but that was entirely my fault i wasn't following the rules you see ..
Today i did much better making a 27 % return on my investment which equated to around 600 (demo-cash)
I see a future in this and thankfully I have found a company that is willing to take their clients under their wing, training us from the ground up. It is exciting and risky but it sure is a lot of fun =D

I will keep you guys posted about my Online stock trading progress.

Energy

noreply@blogger.com (rambler ....) — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 15:47:00 +0000

You can have anything you want if you want it desperately enough. You must want it with an exuberance that erupts through the skin and joins the energy that created the world.

"Sheila Graham"

I found this quote to be true and powerful. =D

Money Money Money

noreply@blogger.com (rambler ....) — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 10:09:00 +0000

Money, we all need it we all want it and oh boy there are so many ways to get it. I think about money in a different way to most people I believe it is like oxygen, It is all around us and never in short supply no matter who you are or where you come from you will always have some money, even if it is a couple of cents.

I like money but i don't make the mistake of obsessing about it, many people do you know and when you look at their situations you realise that they aren't happy at all because all their energy is totally wasted on wanting money and feeling that they cannot be happy without it. In my opinion we should be thinking along the lines of " i have money and money like oxygen will always come my way" even if you have no money at all tell yourself that you are fine and that you still have everything you need to live. Don't obsess about money and money will come to you. I know that sounds strange but its true.

Start thinking like that and you will never be unhappy about your financial state because then you will understand that money is not everything and you don't need much in life to live, realise that you really don't need money to be happy --- I know know money lubricates your lifestyle and does add certain comforts but it is not essential to have everything you look at to be happy.

Don't get me wrong I'm not saying you should denounce money I'm just suggesting we all start thinking about money in a different way, a much more positive way.

Good luck with all your financial situations people remember----------- don't sweat the small stuff and yes money falls into that category =D

Live life like you have everything in the world. Tell yourself that you can afford everything and anything you might desire even if you know you cant. Create your own reality through changing your perception on the lives we live.

Be kind and smile at least once a day ....... Grrrrr :)

Om Nom Nom Nom

noreply@blogger.com (rambler ....) — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 13:36:00 +0000

You just have to love the Om nom nom phenomena i know i do.The one at the bottom gets me every time Hahaha - by the way what is that, looks like a rabbit but it could be a hamster mmmmm not entirely sure either way hes Nomming his heart out. (^^,)

Deep Breathing and its Benefits

noreply@blogger.com (rambler ....) — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 12:46:00 +0000

In the fast paced lives we are all living these days we don't pay nearly enough attention to the way we breathe, it might sound stupid but we have lost touch with the correct way to breath and fully oxygenate our bodies. So whats wrong with the way we breathe?

Our breathing is too fast and to shallow therefore we don't take in sufficient oxygen or expel sufficient carbon dioxide. This tends to starve the body of oxygen resulting in toxic build-ups. Every cell in your body requires oxygen to keep you fit and healthy. Try to be more aware of your breathing patterns.

SLOWER DEEPER BREATHES (^^,)

Take some time now to observe the breaths you are taking and ask yourself the question, Is my breathing shallow and fast, I can guarantee you your answer will be yes. Now try taking a breathe as deep as you can - fill your lungs up so that your chest is full and hard, as soon as your lungs are full of oxygen forcefully breathe out and repeat four more times. Concentrate on the feeling of the oxygen coming in and out of your lungs.

How do you feel now ? bit of a light head, slightly refreshed, relaxed and more grounded. There are many healthy benefits of deep breathing and most amazingly it won't cost you a single cent. Try and do the above exercise as soon as you wake up, at lunch and before you go to bed. After a while you will start feeling the benefits i promise ;)

Personally i do it as much as i can and in any situation i might be feeling uncomfortable, irritated or when anger might rear its ugly head. So not only is deep breathing important for your body and your energy levels but also acts as a solid and sound meditation technique.

Here are a seven benefits of deep breathing

More oxygen means a higher quality of blood which will aid in the elimination of toxins.
Improves digestion and metabolism rates. Due to the fact that your digestive organs are receiving more oxygen and oxygen rich blood vessels.
Promotes a healthier nervous system , including your brain, spinal chord and nerve centres.
Gland rejuvenation particularly the pineal and pituitary glands.
Improves skin Rejuvenation, smoother and fresher looking complexions.
Reduces stress and promotes a more relaxed and refreshed mind and body.
Healthy and fuller lungs come as a result of regular deep breathing which would ensure and reduce the risk of respiratory problems.

Go ahead and practice your deep breathing three times a day and enjoy the benefits of a healthier body and a relaxed sound mind, don't just take my word for it try it for yourself. I hope you enjoyed this post about deep breathing and the benefits that follow. =D

A Couple Of Words On Cyling =D

noreply@blogger.com (rambler ....) — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 20:18:00 +0000

Bicycles have been around for a long time + - 200 years to be partially exact :). The year was 1817 and the inventor, named Baron Von Drais. The device he created was made entirely out of wood and named the "walking machine" or "hobby horse" he's invention didn't last too long and never really gained popularity amongst the people of that century but one thing was for sure, Baron Von Drais laid down the blueprints for the modern bicycle we know today.

Well enough of the history lesson, I'd like to touch on the subject of biking and the positive results you can gain from it. Biking or cycling is not only a fun outdoor activity but also a low-impact aerobic workout that provides an array of health benefits, enjoyed by both kids and adults alike. It is considered to be one of the most effective exercises out there and you don't have to be super-fit to go for a ride either as cycling caters for people of all age groups and fitness levels. There are three main categories used for fitness or leisure namely indoor cycling, road cycling and outdoor cycling all of which kinda explain themselves.

To name but a few benefits we have

A great metabolism booster.
Improves balance.
Increases coordination.
Promotes weight loss.
Reduces stress ( as with any exercise)
Increased low impact joint movement.
Strengthens the heart and Promotes blood circulation.
Exposure to more sunlight.
Muscle firming and toning.

Generally cycling doesn't involve a strong learning curve or a lot of expensive equipment besides the bike itself and it can be performed all year round in many areas around the globe. Most people will be able to continue cycling throughout their entire natural lives and reap the rewards of a more active and healthy lifestyle.

Other benefits

A relaxing leisurely activity.
A chance to spend time with friends.
Creates an opportunity to meet new people.
It is an environmentally friendly activity.

To Baron Von Drais i say thank you for your "hobby horse" and the huge snowball it created I wonder what he would say if he saw the variety of bicycles today and the impact he created. Until my next post, see you guys on the road ;)

The madness and radness of poi (o0,)

noreply@blogger.com (rambler ....) — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 20:03:00 +0000

I have been practicing Poi for a little over five years now and i can tell you, the benefits are amazing. Poi were developed by the Maori people of New Zealand thousands of years ago and is basically the art of swinging circles with a small weight attached to a chain or chord in each hand. The art of Poi was practiced by men to increase coordination, timing, strength. and by women to increase flexibility of the wrists and hands :)

A Poi spinner can use anything from long socks with tennis balls placed inside it to expensive LED lit orbs.
Fire Poi which is my personal favorite consist of some Kevlar type material wrapped tightly around a small piece of copper pipe attached to a chain. I favour the fire Poi because of the exhilaration you feel when spinning the raging flame over and around your body, it is not something you can easily describe.

To outline all the benefits that Poi can bring into your life is a difficult task because there are just so many. Above all spinning Poi can increase your spatial awareness and boost your concentration levels. It will give your muscles a workout and totally increase flexibility, spinning poi also increase your balance and allows you to become more aware of your own space and presence.

Improves blood circulation.
Improves muscle mass.
Improves your spacial Awareness.
Improves self esteem.
Improves hand eye co-ordination.
Improves timing.
Gain understanding and patience.

Spinning poi will do wonders for your overall fitness of not only the body but also the mind, give it a try and you will be amazed at what you can achieve.

5 Superfoods you should take a look at

noreply@blogger.com (rambler ....) — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 12:21:00 +0000

A special category of foods found in nature known today as Super foods, are a superior source of essential nutrients and anti-oxidants - nutrients our bodies need but cannot make by themselves. These foods are nutrient dense and calorie sparse meaning that they pack a lot of punch for their size and weight. Let’s take a look at five of these amazing foods.

Raw cacao contains an array of minerals and unique properties including high levels of magnesium and sulphur. Cacao may increase your focus and alertness; it also has nutrients (phenylethylamine) that keep you happy and smiling for longer. Cacao beans contain 14 times more flavanoids (antioxidants) than red wine and a whopping 21 times more than green tea. So if you plan on buying yourself some raw cacao beans be sure to attain organic raw cacao in a powder, whole bean or nib form. Most processed cacao beans have lost almost all their nutrients due to excessive temperatures during the refining process.

Green leafy vegetables come in many forms you could try any of the following - dandelion greens, spinach, mustard sprouts, broccoli sprouts, chicory, rocket, watercress, parsley, kale, endive or lettuce. Studies continually confirm that populations who consume a diet high in green leafy vegetables run a far lower risk of cancer and heart disease. Leafy vegetables also contain high doses of enzymes, chlorophyll, proteins and large varieties of vitamins and minerals which are all very beneficial to your well being.

Coconuts are by far one of the highest sources of electrolytes in nature - electrolytes are ionized salts contained in our cells that transport energy throughout our bodies. The water in coconuts are identical to the molecular structure of human blood plasma, this means that your body will recognize it immediately and then put it to good use. So instead of drinking a refined sports drink for energy you could rather drink some coconut water for that extra boost.

Pomegranate fruits contain tannins, anthocyanins and polyphenols all of which are beneficial antioxidants. Drinking a glass of pomegranate juice a day may reduce high blood pressure. Evidence also suggests that it lowers or slows down low density lipoprotein "LDL" cholesterol (bad cholesterol) oxidation.

Walnuts are one of the best plant sources of protein, rich in B-vitamins, antioxidants, magnesium and fibre. Nuts on the whole contain plant sterols and omega 3 fatty acids which improve blood vessel elasticity and plaque accumulation. Walnuts have also been shown to lower LDL cholesterol and the C- Reactive Protein (CRP)

So if you want to feel a bit healthier treat yourself to a superfood or two, what do you have to lose ?

8 Reasons to become a vegetarian (-*-)

noreply@blogger.com (rambler ....) — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 19:42:00 +0000

Consider this, giving up meat will rid your body of toxins {environmental pollutants, pesticides and preservatives} these toxins overload our system and are the main causes for some serious illnesses. If you have ever tried a formal detox program you will know that the first step is to replace meats and dairy products with vegetables, fruits and juices. Because vegetables and fruits contain phytochemicals which help our bodies to detox naturally.

Imagine enjoying a delicious vegetarian meal and at the same time knowing that no being has suffered for it.

By turning vegetarian you can look forward to lower blood pressure, lower cholesterol, reduced risk of heart disease, many types of cancers and are less likely to be overweight. Sounds good to me, perhaps you might not live much longer than a meat eater but you will certainly lower your disease risk factor.

It is horribly inefficient to raise animals for food; it takes 7.2 kilograms of grain to produce 500 grams of edible meat. For every half kilo they eat, only a fraction of the calories become edible meat.

Over fished oceans are resulting in threatened species, destruction of coral reefs and an overall ocean Eco-system imbalance.

Vegetarianism helps fight an industry that raise animals in cramped spaces, artificially breeds them, separates them from their young and then trucks them away for a lovely ride to a slaughter house.

Another result of the meat industry is the mass pollution it creates. A study done in 2006 by the United Nations found that this industry is a significant contributor to most of the serious environmental problems we face at every scale from local to global.

There are many tasty vegetarian dishes to explore so why not expand your taste buds and discover less harmful ways to enjoy your meals

so rather than asking why go vegetarian? Perhaps the real question is why you haven’t gone vegetarian yet.