Dreaming Big, Living Large
I m going to be an astronaut. I m going to be a movie star. I m going to be the President. I m going to own a chocolate factory. What were your childhood dreams. We still have the ability to dream big, no matter how old or young, no matter where we live, and no matter what our family believed and taught us to believe. However, most of us need to clear the cobwebs off our imagination. And that s just what we re going to do. Why is dreaming so important anyway. Dreams play a significant role in determining the grandeur or constrictiveness of life. You ve heard of the glass ceiling. Dreams are the glass ceiling we create for our own life. We can create a ceiling just above our head or somewhere out at the edge of the Milky Way. When that glass ceiling is very low, it often is because we ve allowed our dreams to be created for us, either by others or by our unconscious mind. Who do you know who chose a career because their parents...
Posted on June 6, 2009 by Iona
Helpful Tips To Keep In Mind For Those Afflicted With Xeroderma Pigmentosum
Xeroderma pigmentosum is a rare medical condition whereby individuals are unable to have direct contact with the sunlight and other sources of ultraviolet rays. Although it is classified as a rare disorder, it is one that is particularly burdensome and serious for those afflicted with xeroderma pigmentosum. The following paragraphs will provide some general tips for those afflicted with this condition to keep in mind. Avoid All Ultraviolet Light Whenever Possible As the symptoms individuals experience are due to direct contact with sunlight and other ultraviolet light sources, the most important guideline to follow is to avoid all contact with ultraviolet light. This is the best way to attempt to control symptoms from occurring due to the xeroderma pigmentosum. Maintain Copies of Diagnosis It is important that other individuals who need to know about the xeroderma pigmentosum have copies of the doctor s diagnosis. This will...
Posted on April 3, 2009 by Christina
Ten Steps To A Healthy You
Get some sleep. If you regularly use an alarm clock to wake up in the morning, you probably do not get enough sleep. Your own body knows how much sleep you need. Certain vital chemicals are only released during this time. Try going to sleep earlier. Choose a healthy start to your day with foods such as fruit, whole-grain cereal, skim or low-fat milk, or egg whites with the occasional yolk . Avoid the traditional high fat and sugary meals. They bloat the system and cause insulin spikes. This is the first hour of your day and it sets the tone for the rest of the day. De-stress by planning your activities, planning your meals, and enjoying some quite time before the chaos begins. Dental exams. Researchers are now concluding that those with dental problems are at a much higher risk for heart disease. The same bacteria that is found in the diseased mouth is found in the diseased heart. Skip the fad diets. Every couple of years a new...
Posted on February 2, 2009 by Becky