Healing Through Sound and Vibration

September 29, 2009 By marie Leave a Comment

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It has constantly been said and reiterated that music can soothe even the savage beast. This so called myth is not without merit because a beast can mean any number of things but the general reference to it is a cold man on a bloody road. With music, song and sound this man can be transformed into a peaceful, gentle and caring man filled with compassion and love. This is what music, more specifically sound, can do to us human beings.

It has widely been researched and known that each and every part and organ of our body is believed to react to a specific vibration which can either lead to its healing or to its damage. This would most likely depend on the sound as to which the organ is struck with. Since sound will also connote vibration, sound is the principal medium of the action. The different sounds that we here in our day to day lives can mean a different stimulus for each individual. Some may find the waves crashing on the sea shore a relaxing note which leaves them lying on their beds very relaxed. Some may think that the wind howling and blowing through the trees or the bamboos are  peaceful melody which leaves them tranquil and in a trance. And even others might think that the constant drumming and pounding of the rain drops towards the earth makes them feel humbled because they realize that there is a higher power that is working to make these things happen. The point is that sounds can be used for the betterment of the person .One of the most common examples how sound can promote healing and development is through letting a pregnant mother listen to mellow and classic music which, research have proven can increase the fetus’ brain function by 30% than normal.

The potential of using sound for healing and relaxation is practically limitless because there are millions of sounds that are yet to be heard and with each tone and vibration, may result to a happier person in the end.

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Smiling back again through emotional healing

September 29, 2009 By marie Leave a Comment

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When people meet accidents, it is mostly the restoration of physical damage that is on top priority. We all want to get fully recovered from the physical injuries and the scars that we have incurred from the accident. What is often neglected is the fact that after an accident or a terrible experience, we need to get fully recovered from the trauma and other negative psychological and emotional effects of an event.

The trauma will cause emotional imbalance which may affect the way we live our lives. People who are not able to get over with their traumas can do less with their lives making them unhappy and unfulfilled. Emotional recovery or healing is quite easy. There are no required medicines to be taken in. The first step to emotional healing is to accept and acknowledge the fact that you are in trouble and you need help. We must not say “I’m OK” when in truth we are still hurting from the emotional wound caused by our horrible experiences.

The next step is to identify the cause of the emotional pain. For example, when a mother sees her son being disciplined by her husband, she may feel emotional pain and pity for the child. She may feel sorry for herself why she is letting the incident happen. The pain is not about her feelings towards the child but it originates from her past experiences as child as well. It is important to know the cause of the pain so that you will know where to begin the healing.

The third step would be cleansing. Just like the physical wound, emotional wound should be cleansed so that infections such as anger, hatred, depression, anxiety and bitterness will occur. To heal your emotional wounds, you must learn how to forgive those who have wronged you. Emotional healing can also be reinforced through spiritual assistance by asking God to help you forgive people who have hurt you and ask for forgiveness for you inability to forgive.

Having been a terrible experience that caused you trauma and emotional pain can make your life very gloomy. It will lead to become cynical and unable to appreciate the beauty of life. To avoid this, we must undergo emotional healing and restore our positive outlook in life so that we may continue to life our lives in the best way that we know of.

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Healthy Smooth Skin with Milk

September 25, 2009 By marie Leave a Comment

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The next time you feel like relaxing, try something different like getting a milk spa and feel all the stress and tension you have melted away. Milk is a lavish skin treatment and when added to a bath or spa, you can use them in liquid or dried form.

Milk spa treatments that are done on a regular basis have a lot of benefits. Milk spas are natural treatments that do not only help you relax but will also give you healthy smooth skin.

The minerals in a milk spa have rich cleansing milk with plant extracts and natural oil. The mixture cleans your skin in a thorough and gentle way. And the oil can smooth your skin without necessarily stripping your skin’s natural balance.

The lactic acid found in milk can break down the old skin cells and can smoothen and soften your skin by exfoliation. Milk provides nutrition to your skin so that it can soften and hydrate. This can be achieved with honey which can give your skin additional protection.

If you have dry skin, you can add oatmeal to your bath. It can soothe the dryness and itchiness. Aside from that it can also give added protection.

Bathing in milk is actually an ancient tradition practiced by queens and princesses from many cultures. They do it in order to maintain or acquire soft, pure and white skin. In modern times, laboratories have found a way to eliminate the smell and the taste of milk while maintaining the nutrients and its softening proteins.

If you want softer and younger looking skin then a milk spa experience is the best thing for you. Indulge and pamper yourself by having a milk spa treatment and revive your energies. Have skin that is pure and soft to touch and bathe in your youthful glow.

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Ginger and morning sickness

September 23, 2009 By marie Leave a Comment

Morning sickness is very common to pregnant women. Medical experts say that it is a normal experience for pregnant women. It is something that we should not worry about. However, morning sickness may be such a hassle and inconvenient.

Many women have searched and used different methods on how to treat and stop nausea and excessive vomiting during pregnancy. Some used certain medications prescribed by their physicians. Others would use essential oils, teas, acupuncture, and other methods. What most pregnant women don’t know is that the cure can be found right in their own kitchens. Ginger has been proven to be very effective in treating nausea as well as vomiting.

Ginger has been used for cooking and medicine for over a thousand of years now. This is generally safe. Even doctors, midwives, and other health or medical practitioners will recommend the use of ginger to alleviate the problems of morning sickness. One gram of ginger per day is the recommended dosage. It can be made into a hot ginger tea or you may chew it if preferred. Other pregnant women would even opt to buy ginger dietary supplements for this purpose. Be warned, though, that when buying ginger supplements, it should be duly recognized and approved by government agencies that are responsible for evaluating the authenticity of drugs and medications.

Some medical experts would discourage the use of ginger during pregnancy. They said that ginger contains the enzyme thromboxane synthetase that is suspected to influence sex steroid demarcation in the brain of the fetus. But, until now this remains to be a theory and there have been no studies or researches conducted yet to prove gingers negative effects on pregnant women.

Numerous researches have proved the effectiveness of ginger in terms of treating pregnant women’s morning sickness and nausea. In fact, these studies revealed that ginger is effective even if taken at tea or in supplementary capsules. Its medicinal effects and benefits can still be enjoyed even if ginger used an ingredient in home cooking. Ginger can also be taken by pregnant women as the main ingredient in ginger snap cookies. It is recommended however to consult the doctor before using ginger during pregnancy so ensure that no ginger-related allergies will arise.

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Expanding Your Normal Senses To Greater Heights

September 22, 2009 By marie Leave a Comment

When a person is aware of the independent functions of his body, whether it be heightened or lessened, will tend to take control of the bodily function to assert dominance over it. This will enable that person to control either his blood pressure, his pulse rate, his breathing rate as well as his stress and anxiety. This is considered to be a psychological form of healing but is non-invasive and is all natural. The procedure as to how this method is done is quite simple. The person will be attached onto a passive monitor which will not do anything to the body but will merely record the body’s reaction. This will include what was mentioned previously. After the machine has recorded all of these information, the machine will relay it to the person in real time. This will therefore increase the awareness of that person and the possibility of that person controlling those function is very high.

The use of the biofeedback alternative healing method has been met with both positive and negative criticisms since its unveiling in the 1960’s. But since more and more people are getting interested in alternative healing in the 21st century, the method is once again called to service. There have already been lots of developments with regards to the usage of this method and some companies as well as practitioners have already developed machines for home use.

There are different kinds of instruments that are used to make the person aware of his condition with some specifying their target reactions. One of the most popular and widely used method is through the use of a electromyograph. This machine will generally the muscles action potential or how strained or stressed the muscles of the person are. With the person being aware of this, he will tend to relax and lay back a little. Another popular method is through the use of a feedback thermometer. A need to relax immediately is evident when the thermometer shows a drop in the temperature of the person because there is a positive relationship between low temperature and high stress levels.

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Flowers and Essences For Healing

September 22, 2009 By marie Leave a Comment

When people talk about flowers, they would usually think about valentines day, graduations, or any other occasions which can call for them but little to most people know that there are other purposes besides this. It is true that when a person receives a bunch of flowers, whether from a person he/she knows or not, will most likely feel happy and elated because someone remembered them. This happiness alone can be a means of rapid recovery for those who are currently tackling illnesses and diseases. This is probably one of the main reasons why flowers are usually given to people who are sick and are confined in the hospitals.

There have already been lots of people who have experimented on the different properties that a flowers possesses but they merely concentrated on substances that they can get from them. This would usually be incorporated on soaps, shampoos, perfumes, as well as medications. But Edward Bach was the one who really delved into creating a therapy based entirely on the usage of each and every aspect for the healing sessions. The whole flowers themselves are to be the main part of the therapy because the therapy will enable the person to overcome his depressions, worries, fears, as well as the stress and anxiety of the day to day life. There will also be a pinch of color therapy that is to be incorporated in the this method since most flowers have different colors to them and each color signifies an effect on the body. This effects may range from stress relief, peace, tranquility, as well as a healing effect.

The essences of the flowers will also be used to create an aromatic environment that is conducive for healing and aura balancing. Again another techniques will be incorporated in the therapy which is the aroma therapy brought about by the sweet smell of flower essence. This flower therapy method will not only have an effect on your physical well being but will have an overall effect on your body which include the spiritual, emotional, as well as the cognitive aspect of the person.

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Breathe well with Yoga Hatha

September 20, 2009 By marie Leave a Comment

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If you are looking for ways to improve your posture and breathing at the same time then you should start making Yoga Hatha a part of your daily regimen.

Yoga Hatha is found to strengthen the muscles that you use for breathing which is a good thing for those who suffer from asthma and other respiratory sickness. This allows those with asthma to participate in physical activities and sports without provoking an attack to take place.

Hatha Yoga was first introduced in the 16th century by Yogi Swatmarama, a yoga sage from India. He was the one who paved the way to calmness and peacefulness through exercises that enhance the mind, spirit and body. Hatha is derived from the Sanskrit words meaning sun “ha” and moon “tha”. This immediately shows that balance is the focus of this yoga.

Yoga Hatha involves relaxation exercises and the ancient Indian Science that uses strengthening and stretching exercises and aerobic conditioning in order to help aid your posture and breathing. Studies have shown that doing yoga can be very beneficial for those who have asthma. Yoga asanas which are static postures and yoga vinsayas which are dynamic exercises can strengthen the muscles in your legs, arms and trunk. Yoga Hatha is also found to increase bone mineral density which allows the bones of asthmatics – especially children, to gain strength.

Learning how to breathe properly is a good benefit especially when an asthma attack is triggered. It is important to breathe slowly and properly. The less air you breathe per minute, the more carbon dioxide will build up. This will help expand the bronchial tubes to allow more air to get into your lungs.

Slow breathing prevents the drying of the airways that is known to trigger asthma attacks. By breathing slowly, you get to relax and remain focused in your everyday activities.

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Water and a Pinch of Lemon

September 18, 2009 By marie Leave a Comment

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Most nutritionists and health experts all over the world recommends you to start your day with a glass of lemon water if you want to keep a healthy skin and healthy body. Lemon water is lukewarm water with added fresh lemon. Starting your day with this mixture would revitalize your body – especially your digestive system and your skin and helps get rid of toxins.

Lemons are very versatile when it comes to their functions. They can be used to make drinks, for cleaning products, garnishing, and cooking. Aside from that it has a lot of therapeutic and medicinal benefits as well.

This mixture is very tasty and refreshing. Lemons may be very acidic but they are a big help when it comes to alkalizing in your body. The lemon juice will raise the alkalinity of the water making it pH neutral so you can actually even use tap water. The alkalizing effects of the drink are vital to your blood and energy levels. Lemon and water both have cleaning actions that can help your body flush out toxins.

Lemon water is best taken in the morning as soon as you wake up in order to help the detoxification process of your body. It will also help clean out your kidneys and liver so that they can also help in the removal of toxins. Lemon water is also known to help make your hair and skin look and feel healthier. If you drink lemon water daily, you are sure to get immunity from allergies and other sickness.

To get the health benefits effectively, use organic lemons since they are free from pesticides and chemicals, and mix them with filtered lukewarm water.

If you want to stay healthy and if you want to preserve your beauty, it is important that you get both lemon and water in your diet. Kick start your day in a refreshing and energized way. Instead of starting the day with caffeine, squeeze a lemon in your water. The combination is a great and healthy alternative to sugary drinks that have lots of calories in them. Go natural and watch your skin glow with health.

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Chamomile for your skin

September 16, 2009 By marie Leave a Comment

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The health industry has been making a lot of buzz about chamomile. And chamomile products – particularly chamomile tea – have been selling like pancakes.

Chamomile is an herb that is one of the hottest sources of herbal medicines. This is because chamomile is found to cure and relieve people from a wide range of ailments. Chamomile can be consumed in the form of tablets and tea and can be applied externally as ointments and oils.

One thing that makes chamomile popular is that it is therapeutic. The herb is reach in essential oils and flavonoids. The essential oils are found to be useful in skin problems and flavonoids act as anti-oxidants that can nullify the harmful effects that free radicals produce in your body. This will help your body recover at a faster rate.

As mentioned earlier, chamomile has essential oils that are useful for the skin. Chamomile can be used to treat skin burns, allergies, rashes, abrasions and other problems. It can be applied to the skin as an ointment. However, for burns ointments are not allowed since the oil can trap the heat in the area. Instead, clean the area and wash with cool chamomile tea to give you a soothing effect.

If you wish to have fairer skin then chamomile can help you with that. Chamomile can also be used for skin lightening. Bathing with chamomile tea or taking in the steam from the pot will help give you the result of a lighter skin tone.

The herb has properties that can reduce dark circles around your eye and can help deal with eye fatigue. In order to use chamomile for this purpose, dip two bags of chamomile tea in hot water for five minutes then let them cool. Once the bags have cooled to room temperature, place them on your eyes.

If you have sensitive skin you can use chamomile as well. It has bactericidal and anti-itching properties that will help refresh your skin and reduce the swelling.

There are a lot of things that chamomile can do for you – not only for your skin but for your overall health as well. It is no wonder that chamomile and chamomile products is turning out to be a household regular. You should try to get some to and benefit from the many health advantages that you can get with chamomile.

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Power breathing

September 16, 2009 By marie Leave a Comment

It has been reported that stress is the dominant cause of sickness all over the world. It can be due to multi-tasking, performance pressure, heavy workload, and it can be your breathing.

Every time you feel pressured, overloaded, or rushed, physical tension is building up in your chest making your chest muscles contract. The force makes you breathe shorter and take in shallow breaths.

If you have been taking shallow breaths constantly, this can cause you fatigue, emotional tension, mental weakness and health issues like asthma, colds, indigestion and anxiety. Aside from that, rapid shallow breathing increases the tension in your neck and shoulder and also increases the risk of hyperventilation.

Aside from that, studies show that when the body’s cells are starving for oxygen, there is a 60% chance that these cells would become cancerous. There are a lot of studies made that would prove and attest to the fact that one of the most significant factors of your health is how well you breathe.

Therefore, the importance of breathing correctly should be acknowledged. The rate, depth and quality of your breathing can help increase your energy levels, clear your mind, block pain, calm your nerves and even improve your health.

Here is a breathing exercise to help improve on the depth of your breathing:

Allow your belly to move in and out as you breathe. When you breathe, make sure that it is deep in your abdomen and not in the shallow of your chest. This will allow the diaphragm to draw the air in and out of the body.

Here is another exercise that you can use to improve on the frequency of your breathing:

In order to calm your body and gain focus in your mind, you have to take long, rhythmic breaths. Breathe in for about 5 seconds, hold it for 2 seconds then breathe out for 5 seconds. This is a good frequency in order to start having a positive breathing habit.

Breathing is a stress relief tool that is very efficient and is the most potent of all stress management techniques. Remember, stress relied is not all about escaping. The key to get rid of stress is to create a peaceful and calm sense inside of you.

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