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Taking Care of Business-NOT!-and your Health

2010-04-23T15:35:00.000-07:00

Hello All:

I am going to vent today! I can't take it any more! People complain about their lack of income or customers, but refuse to operate with sound business principles.

I am sure you have experienced this as well. I think "walls of shame" just may be a good idea. Where businesses who won't take care of their customers/clients are listed. Do business with them at your own peril!

Thumbs down, boo-hiss to:

1. Richard C. who owned the iSoldit eBay store in San Clemente. He went out of business, stole jewelry I gave him to sell-so I am sure he took other people's property as well. The Orange County Sheriff they sent to my house (arrogant, rude, another boo-hiss) said that I couldn't prove they had my property and could not locate him based on the information I had. I do not believe this for a second.

Lesson for me-take pictures of your property, take pictures of you with the owner, take pictures of the establishment, perhaps have your own signed contract. Has anyone else been ripped off by this guy? Please contact me.

3. AT&T. Returned a defective phone. Nothing. No new phone. No correspondence. No anything. Because it is a small amount of money, I'm going to let this one go.

4. Clock repair person (who shall remain nameless). Probably good at his job. Paid him a substantial amount of money to put a new movement in my grandmother clock. He was consistently late by 2-3 hours, one day did not show up at all, did not call-2 days later I called him again. Does not appear to have any business sense. No apology, no follow-up or follow-through.

5. Shutter company in Southern California. Purchased through Lowe's. Lowe's gave great service and to their credit continued to follow-up with this company. I had to call 5-6 times to have my shutters installed and repaired. Hello! I was a paid customer referred by Lowe's. Person they sent changed every time, all made promises that were never kept. How do they stay in business?

6. Handyman (think surfer dude). Came highly recommended. Showed up 1-2 hours late. Wet hair. Had to go surfing. Then had to go for a bike ride. Fired him on day 2.

7. Landscaper (think dude). Came highly recommended. Took him 4 weeks to do a simple tree trimming job. Had birthday party to go to. Had to take kids shopping. Need I say more?

8. Picture this. Me driving on 405 North in Irvine. Rush hour. Minding my own business. Rear-ended. Thank you God-no apparent damage to my car. Person #2 behind me stopped (thank you Melissa), person #3 behind her stopped (thank you Sebastian), person #4 behind him did not stop, and person #5 who caused the accident for the rest of us, drove off.
Was person #5 illegally uninsured, illegally in the US, illegally talking on the cell phone, doesn't care, or a combination?

Why am I talking about these things today? Because how you run your life, how you take care of business affects your income and your health. When a company or business owner is out of integrity, it is going to manifest consequences spiritually plus either emotionally, mentally or physically or all three.

Do the right thing. It does matter. Your health may depend on it.

Until next time...Health-Full Blessings....Dr. Miluna

Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholders Report!

2010-04-08T05:22:00.000-07:00

Hello Readers,

I read for the first time an entire shareholders report. Yes, I did. It was fascinating! Usually I find them cold and boring and designed so that you won't read them.

Enter Warren E Buffett and his company's report. Interesting, funny, and easy to read. My Saturday reading material. I learned much about his company and vision and simple buying criteria. He believes that he is entirely responsible for his shareholder's (he calls us "partners") money. That CEO's should not be allowed to lose shareholder's money and walk away with their rich lifestyle intact.

It is no accident he is so wealthy and successful. One of the main reasons he is so healthy is because he loves his work. He says he "tap dances" to work.

A great example for us to follow: live in integrity, have fun and a sense of humor, have great people working with us, and do what we love.

Blessings during this beautiful Spring season...Miluna

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Self Care for 2010 - the Year of the Tiger

2010-01-07T14:20:00.000-08:00

How is your self-care routine for 2010? Is it working for you? Are you feeling good every day?

Are your holistic care-givers and doctors working for you?

2010, the year of the Tiger (my sign) is the year to take responsibility for your health and well-being. To care for yourself as if you mattered because you do! Your health is the foundation of all of your success.

Re-assess. Re-view. Re-new. Re-negotiate. Mercury is in Retrograde until January 15, a great time for inner work.

Health-full Blessings for your year of Health and Wellness. Until we meet again...Dr. Miluna

Pumpkins for Health and Thanksgiving

2009-11-22T18:15:00.000-08:00

Pumpkins are a very healthy food full of nutrients. I read an interesting article in Colonial Williamsburg magazine explaining that pumpkins are part of a large family of closely related squashes that grow throughout the Western Hemisphere. The English word "pumpkin" is a modern version of "pompion" the term broadly applied to many sorts of similar-looking pumpkins and squash. The word's origins are Greek: "pepon" meaning large melon.

Pumpkins come in orange, green, yellow, read, white, blue, and tan. Colonial Americans made pumpkin stew, created pumpkin pie, and made pumpkin beer or ale.

Indigenous peoples of North and South America have grown pumpkins for 6000 years. The seeds have been found at archaeological sites in the American southwest and beyond.

The commercial jack-o-lantern hybrid pumpkins of today are grown to be decorations rather than pie filling. Heirloom pumpkin seeds are available for those who want to grow the old-fashioned kind, and farmer's markets and upscale grocery stores sometimes carry older, tasty varieties.

Enjoy during this season and beyond. Pumpkins are good for you!

Richest Blessings during this time of Thanks-giving......Dr. Miluna

I'm in love with Virgin American Airlines!

2009-11-21T09:53:00.001-08:00

Yes, I have finally flown on Virgin American! I have been traveling for business on those other airlines and was getting frustrated with their lack of service. It seems they just want to remove service and take away things instead of delivering any level of service.

My husband and I were flying to Virginia on Halloween and next to the airline we flew on was the Virgin American counter. They were the only ones with Halloween decorations and in costume. I thought to myself-I have got to fly that airline!

I flew to San Francisco from Orange County in first class. Not expensive. Great service. Planes with pink-purple lights. Sense of humor. Funny safety messages. Flew back in economy class. Still great service. The WIFI service was out so they issued credits and offered free alcoholic beverages to make up for it. Really seemed to care.

Love Virgin American Airlines. Please add flights all over the United States!

Watch out for the Food Police?!

2009-11-11T11:45:00.000-08:00

Sometimes people tell me they don't want to go out to eat with me because they think I will watch everything they eat. What they eat is their business, and if they have worked with me, it will be something good for them. I usually reply, "I am not the food police"!

The truth is, I am a good lunch or dinner companion. I don't insist on a particular restaurant or cuisine, I am not a vegetarian, I will probably enjoy a glass of wine. We will have a good time.

True management of your life and food choices will pay off, but it is not about a diet or deprivation or can't have this or can't have that. It is a shift in thinking and lifestyle.

Be very good to yourself-until next time! Heath-full Blessings, Miluna

Fairbanks Food & Fun

2009-10-17T20:29:00.000-07:00

Just returned from the Fairbanks, Alaska Whole Life Festival. For my colleagues in Alaska, Happy Alaska Day Sunday, October 18! I got to enjoy the warmth of the Alaska people again! When I left Fairbanks, it was 28 degrees. Not cold by Fairbanks standards, especially this time of year.

I believe the way we eat is essential to our health, and food quality and presentation make all the difference in the world.

When I travel, I usually make the time to find a beautiful, upscale restaurant with a menu that speaks of a higher quality of food. I look for somewhere I have never been before, something I have never eaten before, and I treat myself to dinner.

I discovered Lavelle's Bistro in downtown Fairbanks. Delicious food, incredible wine selection, especially by the glass, and a nice setting. The place was packed on a Tuesday evening-this is clearly the place to go for a more luxurious experience!

The service is the only thing that could be improved. (Yes, I was a waitress for many years and I notice these things.)

Eat well and be good to yourself.

Until next time...October Blessings..Miluna

Precision Drum Team

2009-06-10T03:09:00.000-07:00

I confess--I have had a special attraction to drummers since I was a music student in college.

View this video for a fabulous example of precision drumming from my second country Switzerland. Can you say practice?

http://www.biertijd.com/oudbruin/content.php?article.668

Be good to yourself and make time for what matters!

Until next time...Miluna

Anchorage Musings!

2009-05-08T09:06:00.000-07:00

Back from Anchorage. Thank you, thank you to my colleagues and clients there. Anchorage is a spiritual vortex. People acknowledge and smile. I love the city!

I stayed downtown at the Hilton and walked much through the downtown area. Found a funky, bohemian spot called the Snow City Cafe open for breakfast and lunch. Staffed by friendly college kids. Excellent reindeer sausage! Simply must have salmon and reindeer sausage while in Alaska.

The clean-up crew for the city wear shirts that say "Maintenance Ambassadors". Gotta love that. No sales tax in Alaska-got to love that! Found on my rental, a Ford Escape, an easy-fuel no cap system. No fuel cap to fuss with! Nice.

Stay good to yourself. Until next time...Miluna

Moving and Physical Strength

2009-04-21T22:04:00.000-07:00

My husband and I just moved to a new home. We moved ourselves except for the "big" things like my grand piano, beds, etc. Trip after trip in a 17' U-Haul. Box after box. Exhausting. Unloading late into the night.

I am very grateful for my workouts and self-care because I did not hurt my back despite intense use. I realized (again) how important being strong and in-shape was. A great reminder of not taking my health and energy for granted.

I am off to Anchorage and the Whole Life Festival on Friday. See you there?

Treasure yourself! Until next time...Dr. Miluna

Watch out for "Tribe" Sickness!

2009-02-13T00:19:00.000-08:00

Tis the season. That's what I am told. It's flu season. Really? Does the flu know that? Colds are going around. Going around where? Everyone is sick. Here's the truth--no, they are not. I'm not sick. I know many people who are not sick.

I don't get sick. I may process, I may feel bad once in a while, but I don't get sick.

Don't believe the consciousness. The tribe that keeps you sick like them. Keep your mind clear and your thoughts on health and wellness. Your natural state is healthy. Energetic. Feeling great. Don't get stuck in the "sickness" stories.

Take good care of yourself-you ARE worth it! Until next time...many Blessings, Miluna

Making Wellness Fun eZine and Top 10 Anti-Aging Tips

2009-01-16T04:03:00.000-08:00

Did you know that I also publish a more formal monthly eZine containing holistic medicine tips?

Subscribe today and receive your free Top 10 Anti-Aging Tips report!

http://makingwellnessfun.com

Stay Focused on your Health-Make it a Priority this Year!

Blessings...Miluna

Consciously Create your 2009

2008-12-23T21:17:00.000-08:00

As we move quickly into the holiday season, consciously create your 2009. Write down your promises to yourself. I prefer promises to goals or intentions or resolutions, because 99% of the time they are not kept. Promises carry more weight and a higher frequency even in the word promise itself.

Create what I call your Promise Plan in writing. Cut out pictures and color and decorate a large posterboard. This is your Vision Board. Be as specific as you can. Clarity is key. Believe in yourself. Don't give up on your dreams and ideas.

I am headed for 11 days of vacation.

Richest Blessings and may all your Heart's Desires be Fulfilled in 2009!

Miluna

Over--Supplementation!

2008-12-23T21:11:00.000-08:00

I am seeing a lot of clients who are taking multiple vitamins and herbs and supplements. They can interfere with each other and can even be dangerous. Also very expensive. Please check with your holistic health practitioner or doctor and tell them about all the supplements you are taking. More is not better.

Herbs can also react with medications. Be safe.

I have a lot of respect for essential oils, vitamins, and herbs, most are very effective and you do not want to over-supplement any more than you want to over-medicate.

CD Release Party on Sunday, December 14 at 8 p.m.

2008-12-09T22:56:00.001-08:00

This is a celebration of my wellness song for the world!

Join me on Sunday, December 14 from 8 pm. to 10 p.m. at the Goddess Temple of Orange County in Irvine, California for our release of WOMAN.

The Goddess Temple of Orange County is at 17905 Sky Park Circle #A, Irvine, CA 92614. (next to the John Wayne Airport)

Mississippi Charles Bevel, who wrote the song and recorded with me, will be there to perform live and autograph CDs.

Snacks and champagne served! $20 includes an autographed copy of WOMAN.

After December 15, download WOMAN on CD Baby, iTunes, or your favorite store. This is the perfect holiday gift of powerful, uplifting music...

Last Scary Blog for Halloween Week!

2008-10-31T21:16:00.001-07:00

Boo! Today is Halloween, and our final scary blog day (at least for now). I hear people say that they have a "bad" back or that they don't have money or that jobs are hard to come by in this economy. I am here to remind you that the way you think affects everything. Your back is not bad. You are not bad. You may have a vulnerable back. You may have injured your back in the past. Your back may be healing. Don't buy into these scary, small beliefs and current human race consciousness.

The economy is going through a shake-up, and yet there are millionaires created every day. People have healed and triumphed over every physical condition and illness that you and I can think of.

Give yourself a November gift, the gift of amazement over the miracle of your own body. Practice and cultivate correct and healthy thinking. Love and accept every inch of your body in order to experience more health.

Richest November Blessings...Miluna

Scary Foods Continued...Boo!

2008-10-30T16:30:00.000-07:00

Oh Noooooooo! We have one more day of scary things that are not good for you! Stay away from foods that are artificial! Splenda, the substance that calls itself sugar, is chlorinated sugar. By the time it is chemically manipulated, it does not resemble a product made by Mother Earth in any way. The newest ingredient added to the yellow packet, brought to you by the marketing geniuses at this pharmaceutical company, is that they have added fiber! What? In what form? Why would you add fiber to an artificial sweetener? Why would you artificially sweeten anything? Would the body know how to process these toxins? NO!

Friends don't let friends use the pink, blue, or yellow packets--too scary!

Until tomorrow-Halloween-be really good to yourself...Miluna

Scary Breakfast Food-Oh No!

2008-10-29T22:14:00.001-07:00

Yes, it's time to continue our scary blog for this Halloween week. I am stunned at the garbage that the food industry continues to invite. Suggesting that you should start your day with a breakfast cereal that is loaded with sugar and wheat and stating that this is a smart way to start your day is a big stretch. Perhaps the teeny weeny amount of oats? included in the cereal is what they are suggesting is smart for your heart. Suspicious? You should be! We must be vigilant about the successful marketing that companies will continue to use. Don't be manipulated. A smart breakfast? Protein and vegetables. Forget about the carbs and sugars starting your day...

Have fun getting ready for All Hallow's Eve...always treasure your health...Miluna

Scary Things I See

2008-10-29T03:44:00.001-07:00

Boo! Time for more scary things this week as we celebrate Halloween! Today I saw a woman driving (not paying attention) while on the cell phone (radiation, EMF exposure, against the law in California), smoking a cigarette (need I say anything here?) and drinking a hot beverage (we don't really know what was in that cup do we?) from a very well known coffee joint. Yikes! Triple whammy of not good for you habits, especially when all done together. Please drive safely...

Until we meet again...treasure yourself and your health. Miluna

Boo-Scary Beliefs that We Have

2008-10-25T15:38:00.000-07:00

It is time for Halloween, my favorite holiday of the year! Let's talk this week about scary beliefs and things that limit us and hold us back. Boo! I was speaking with a gentleman who at one time was lean and strong because he was a Green Beret. He now carries excessive weight around his middle. Trouble for the heart! He was saying that his mother had told him about the alkaline diets and that all disease begins with acid foods, so he now eats only alkaline foods. I told him that this is certainly one way the body can become unhealthy, but there is so much more to eating correctly. He countered that the scientist that "discovered" the alkaline/acid connection won a Pulitzer Prize. He spoke more and then he stated that he wondered why he did not lose weight on this diet! Bingo! Lights on! You answered your own question-because it is not the correct way that your body wants you to eat! If you eat correctly, you will lose weight! My clients drop weight when they follow a food plan that works for their body. It doesn't matter whether the scientist won a prize or not - if it does not work for you and keep you healthy! Scary belief...

More fun next time...treasure your health! Miluna

October Peace of Mind

2008-09-30T23:32:00.000-07:00

It is October 1 today. There is so much stress and chaos showing up in the world today. It is crucial to maintain your center, your peace of mind, your spiritual connection. Race consciousness may broadcast one thing, but you don't have to participate or hold the same beliefs. Negative news sells. The truth is: for everyone without a job, someone just created a new job. For everyone facing illness, someone just healed. For everyone who declared bankruptcy, someone just made a million dollars.

Honor yourself with a 10 minute meditation/prayer/quiet time before you start your day each morning. Yes, it's that important.

Blessings...Miluna

Health Follows Happiness

2008-09-04T19:27:00.001-07:00

Recently, I have dealt with some very unhappy people in retail stores and in meetings for a group I volunteer with. It is unpleasant and takes energy to deal with unhappy people or people with a "downer" attitude.

There is a Universal or Spiritual law, which is that "health follows happiness." In other words, if you are feeling physically bad and have developed a negative attitude, this will not lead to feeling better. First, we must feel better, make ourselves happier, to experience more health. Good health feels so good, then we will be even more happy. Do you see?

Do whatever it takes to be happy. Decide right now. Choose to. Pray happy.

Blessings...Miluna

Breakfast of Champions

2008-08-11T20:45:00.001-07:00

I am seeing more commercials on television about cereals for your kid's breakfast. The fact is that they must eat breakfast to have concentration for their morning in school. What you don't want to do is feed them cereal which is sugar and carbs. Do your children and you a favor and start your day with protein. This feeds your hunger, brain, and stabilizes the blood sugar levels.

Eat well...until next time...Miluna

Health Freedom Day

2008-07-06T19:41:00.001-07:00

As we celebrate the freedoms that most of us enjoy in the United States, how about taking a look at your health freedom? Do you have a habit or regular way of eating that you know is not the best for you any longer? Do you want to be free of it?

The number one thing that I see that most people must absolutely give up to obtain more health and feel better is to stop drinking sodas-regular or diet. Regular sodas contain amazing amounts of sugar and diet sodas contain toxins in the form of artificial sweeteners. None of them is a good choice. There is no soda that is a healthy choice!

Celebrate your health freedom day as you choose the best for yourself.

New Book from Caroline Sutherland and Hay House

2008-07-01T15:36:00.000-07:00

It is my pleasure to recommend this new book from Caroline Sutherland (one of my teachers). Today is her book launch and you will receive $2500 worth of bonuses and a chance to win prizes including a ticket to "I can Do It!" in Tampa when you order today, July 1!

This amazing guidebook will teach you the healthy way to age and stay vibrant and energetic. If you are looking for the latest and best information on anti-aging you must get this book!

http://www.booklaunchesonline.com/sutherland/070108email/

To your Perfect Health...Miluna

Thursday, June 19 at 5:00 p.m. is Open House time!

2008-06-13T17:43:00.000-07:00

For those of you who could not attend on June 9

Thursday, June 19, 2008
5:00 to 6:30 p.m.
Free! You must RSVP to reserve your space and receive directions.
Call Miluna today at 949.488.0844

Come and meet Dr. Miluna and find out how she can support you in optimum health, energy, and anti-aging. Informal and relaxed atmosphere. Free consultation for each guest.

Healthy refreshments and wine served!

Our wellness center specializes in holistic health through medical intuition readings, healing counseling, acupuncture, weight loss/detox programs, and herbs.

The Pampered Porcupine Acupuncture Wellness Center

Directory of Women in E-Commerce

2008-06-08T21:35:00.000-07:00
I wanted to let all of you know about this Directory. I have found Heidi to be very responsive and eager to promote women-owned businesses. She did an incredible job of putting this guidebook together including tips to promote yourself online. Enjoy!

Get your copy of the Who’s Who Directory of Women in E-commerce http://www.whoswhoinecommerce.com/

The Place to be Monday evening June 9!

2008-06-05T23:27:00.000-07:00

OPEN HOUSE at our Wellness Center

Monday, June 9, 2008
6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Free! You must RSVP to reserve your space and receive directions.
Call Miluna today at 949.488.0844

Come and meet Dr. Miluna and find out how she can support you in optimum health, energy, and anti-aging. Informal and relaxed atmosphere. Free consultation for each guest.

Healthy refreshments and wine served!

Our wellness center specializes in holistic health through medical intuition readings, healing counseling, acupuncture, weight loss/detox programs, and herbs.

The Pampered Porcupine Acupuncture Wellness Center

Super Size Me..no thank you!

2008-06-05T23:15:00.000-07:00
Well, I finally rented Super Size Me, the documentary from Morgan Spurlock! I enjoyed his humorous take on eating nothing but McDonald's for every meal for 30 days, even though it became serious for him when he started having health problems and heart palpitations. I was surprised at just how much damage this kind of food did--from the weight gain, to his cholesterol jumping considerably, to the huge toll it took on his liver. If you have any doubt as to the amount of compromise that eating fast food does to your physical health and strength--view this film. Ignore most of what his doctors said, they are puzzled and don't look healthy themselves! The important point to focus on with the doctor visits is that Morgan had thorough blood tests to document his decline in health.

Just say no to fast food!

My Trip to Alaska

2008-05-08T00:28:00.000-07:00

I had the honor and pleasure of Keynoting the Alaska Whole Life Festival in Anchorage April 26 and 27. What a beautiful city. What a spiritual vortex. What lovely people. They even had what is probably the last snow storm of the season. My keynote topics were Protect your Health-Body, Mind and Spirit and Is Stress Killing You? Thank you to all of the people I met who gave me such a warm welcome.

Rental car in the snow-I needed the 4 wheel drive!

Splenda-Just Say No!

2008-04-12T17:59:00.000-07:00
I am guided to again write about Splenda and how unhealthy it is. I see so many people using it and telling me that it is sugar. They think it is sugar because of the effective marketing being done. Splenda has become the number one artificial sweetener sold in the United States. Artificial sweetener-think about that-why would you artificially sweeten anything? Diabetics have been led to believe that sugar is bad for them. Please do your research before ingesting this product-for the sake of your health!

Read about Splenda from a colleague:
http://www.thecompounder.com/othersplenda.php

Adventure at the Drug Store

2008-03-05T16:07:00.000-08:00
Well, there I was, looking for some "no hurt" tape at my local drug store when it happened. A nice looking gentleman asked me if I had been to Ireland. I said no, not yet. He was looking at some shower gel that said it smelled like "Ireland." I told him that it was artifically scented and perhaps not very healthy. He ignored my words, decided that he loved the smell, seemed happy, and walked off to the check-out. Do you think he really wanted my opinion?

Yikes, what is a Medical Intuitive to do? I can't recommend anyone buy products like that off the shelf! They are loaded with chemicals and extremely unhealthy for the skin and body. My job is not always fun. I will have to come up with a better way to answer questions like the one posed to me :-)

Until next time, Shop Carefully!

The Truth About Losing Weight

2008-01-30T19:28:00.000-08:00
Millions of Americans are overweight-are you one of them? Are you someone who is ready to lighten up? Do you feel you would be healthier and feel better if you took off some weight? There are many benefits to being the best size for your body—it’s easier on the joints, blood pressure many times goes down, cholesterol may drop, you will have more energy, your self-esteem climbs.

First, let’s look at how you talk to and about yourself and your weight. I challenge you to adopt the vocabulary of “releasing” or “taking off” weight. The word lose literally means “to be unable to find something, often only temporarily; to fail to win; to be unable to control something”. Do you really want to find the weight later? Monitor how you talk about your new lifestyle. Maybe you want to see “less of you” physically. You may want to release 5 pounds at a time.

Secondly, how do you talk to and about your body right now? Do you call yourself “fat” or other unkind words? This just reinforces what you do not want to be. It is important to be kind to ourselves. Studies show fat people think about being fat most of the time. This means they are focused on the “problem” and not the “solution”. I challenge you to “see yourself”, that is, visualize the way you desire to be. Healthy, strong and trim, or looking good in shorts and a sexy top. Accept yourself just the way you are right now. Not the way you used to be and not the way somebody else looks. Acceptance is the only path that leads to change. New studies show that genetics is only 8% of our body style. The rest we get to choose!

Practice mindfulness when you eat. I watch most people get a large portion of food, look down at their plate and shovel it in in 5 minutes. The fork does not go down, they do not pause. Or, they are on the cell phone and not paying attention to their food. Our brain needs to register and signal our stomach that we have eaten, we are full, and it is time to stop eating. Eat slowly and chew your food for good digestion. If you are over 40, our bodies don’t have the enzymes that we used to have for digestion, so it is important to chew your food thoroughly.

Do not cook or eat when you are angry or upset. Food, like most anything, absorbs the energy of the cook. If we are mad, this energy goes into the food.

Also, be sure you are eating enough food. Our body goes into fat storage mode when it thinks it may not get enough to eat. Our metabolism goes into “slow down” mode to conserve our energy and protect us. Our bodies are very good at self-monitoring.

You don’t have to clean your plate. You will not get bad karma for leaving a little food or throwing food away! Re-think what you were told as a child and see if it still serves you now.

Don’t eat at buffets if you tend to overeat. This may seem obvious, but if you don’t have self-discipline right now and you fill up with food, avoid all-you-can-eat buffets.

Fast food-just say no! There are so many additives and chemical in fast foods, just say no! If you don’t do anything else for your body, get off the fast food!

No-fat and low-fat foods are to be avoided. Again-just say no! These foods have been compromised in some way to manipulate the fat content. Most have artificial sweeteners, or tons of sugar, and/or extra chemicals added. No pink, yellow or blue packets of sweeteners. No diet sodas. The body cannot absorb these toxic chemicals. The body does not know how to classify these artificial substances. The toxins lodge in the brain and in the fat cells.

Detox/cleanse your body. Consult with your medical team to see if you could benefit from a detoxification program. The most effective seem to be 30-day programs that are simple and gentle on the systems of the body and that don’t require a special way of eating or drastic lifestyle change. The most important organs to cleanse include the colon and the liver. Doing things like fasting are drastic, very hard on the body, and for most people do not work.

Drink a glass of pure, filtered water when you first get up in the morning. This helps hydrate and cleanse the body as it wakes up.

Always eat breakfast. Eat your breakfast within 30 minutes after getting out of bed. This jump-starts your metabolism. Most bodies benefit from some protein at breakfast as well.

Drink plenty of water throughout the day. Not tap water which contains chlorine, may contain fluoride, and any number of contaminants. These chemicals cause huge imbalances in the systems of the body.

Release and move forward in your life. Get rid of things that no longer serve you. Not moving forward and not making decisions can be reasons your body holds onto weight. Your mind-set really matters here. Affirm the following “I release everything and everybody that are not for my Highest Good!”

Be aware that when you make positive changes and grow as a being that some people will not be happy for you. You many not want to discuss your new lifestyle and way of thinking with them. Perhaps you can speak by phone once a week with a coach or a friend who truly supports you.

Finally, choose to be happy! Really choose to be happy. Happiness leads to a manifestation of health spirit, mind, and body.

Three Ways to help a Loved One Facing Illness or Challenge

2008-01-30T19:23:00.000-08:00
One of the quickest ways to heal the body and mind is to honor yourself physically, emotionally and spiritually.

Three hints that will help you or someone you love feel supported:

1.Spend more time with people or animals you love. Surround yourself with things that are beautiful and that you love. Separate from any “energy vampires” or people that can’t or won’t support you. Your energy is precious, especially during healing or stress.

2.Please don’t tell a person you “understand” unless you have been through the very same thing. Instead, support by listening.

3.Make a list of five errands that need to be done. Offer to help your friend with specific tasks. Or offer to bring them a special treat like tea, a treat, favorite magazine, or stationery and stamps.

What is the best way to use essential oils for patients?

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Research has shown that essential oils enhance and support the immune support whether inhaled or topically applied. Essential oils have the ability to penetrate and carry nutrients through the cell wall to the nucleus and improve the health of the cell. Oils also increase ozone and negative ions, which inhibit bacterial growth.

How do I get the benefits out of essential oils?

Begin with one oil at a time and see if you notice a change fairly soon. The safest place to apply oils at the beginning is on the bottom of the feet. You will also want to inhale the oil, as this is the way the body absorbs the fastest. You only need to use two or three drops of the oil. Shake two to three drops into the palm of your hand and apply. You can use a gentle oil like Lavender as a deodorant or in your bath. You can use essential oils in place of a synthetic perfume. Because essential oils work naturally with your body, they are not a quick fix. Please allow three months for the oils to really have an impact.

What should I avoid when using essential oils?

Keep oils away from light and heat, although they seem to do fine in temperatures up to 90F. If you do have a reaction to an oil, it is because it is pulling toxins, metals, or chemicals from your system. After my second surgery, I was applying oils very generously to rashes on my skin. They got worse because my body could not detoxify that fast. Either stop applying the oils for a short time or dilute with a pure, organic vegetable oil.

Do not use oils if you are pregnant without your doctor's approval. Avoid sunbathing after applying oils, as they could react to the sun. Keep bottle lids securely fastened, and out of the reach of children. Keep oil out of eyes, ears, and away from mucous membranes. If you get oil in your eyes, soothe with a drop of vegetable oil. Water will not work.

If you Have to Be in the Hospital

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The quality of care you receive during a hospital stay can determine how quickly and how well you recover—or if you recover at all.

Consumer Reports surveyed readers in April of 2001 and found 22% were less than highly satisfied with their hospital. They complained about unanswered calls for assistance, inadequate pain relief, pressure to leave the hospital too soon, or recovery prolonged by complications caused by the hospitalization itself. The remaining 78% who responded to the survey stated they were highly satisfied with their stay.

Unlike other services, the care you get at a hospital can have serious long-term consequences, so any risk of receiving substandard care must be taken seriously. Seven percent of survey respondents stated the hospital tried to discharge them or a family member before they felt physically ready to leave. Be assertive. If you appeal your early discharge, you may be allowed to stay longer.

How can you determine if your local hospital is up to par? Experts have identified three crucial factors for quality hospital care: sufficient staff (especially registered nurses), a good system for organizing care, and lots of experience with your particular medical condition.

For the best results and a quick recovery:

Research the hospital. Chose a facility that has a good reputation or where you have had a positive previous experience.

Plan ahead. Some hospitals give out patient directions. In my case, my surgeon provided an informational brochure and my surgery counselor called the hospital with questions I had. Sometimes you can speak with an individual who has had the same surgery you are going to have.

Bring a family member or friend with you. There is a shortage of nurses, and it helps to have someone else looking out for you. In my case, walking the halls several times a day helped my recovery. I was not allowed to walk alone, so my husband would walk with me and help with my IV pole. This kept me from waiting for the physical therapist and saved my insurance from paying for this service.

Know the staff and make sure they know you. The really good nurses will come around and introduce themselves when their shift begins.

Keep a journal or notebook concerning any changes, medications given, and anything else you want to discuss with your doctor(s).

Double-check any medication. Pay attention or have a family member watch this. After surgery, you may be groggy for a few days.

If you are in pain, seek relief. I asked for pain medication once because I just could not sleep.

It is fun to have a few calls or visitors when you are in the hospital, if you feel up to it. Be aware it does take a lot of energy to entertain, so keep visits short. There are several interruptions throughout the day beginning somewhere around 5:30 a.m. and I found I tired easily. Save your energy for healing yourself.

Essential Oils work within the Body’s Natural Balance

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I observed two things years ago when I began to use essential oils. First, essential oils can be more potent than prescription drugs. Secondly, I have never had a side effect from an essential oil. Most therapeutic herbs can be distilled into essential oils. The key difference is that the herb’s essential oils can be from 100 to 10,000 times more concentrated—and therefore—more potent than the herb itself.

Essential oils have a chemical structure that is similar to that found in human cells and tissues. This makes essential oils compatible with human protein and enables them to be easily identified and accepted by the body. Because essential oils are soluble with the lipid membranes of cell walls, they have the unique ability to penetrate cells and disperse throughout the entire body quickly. A nicotine skin patch works in the same way.

An important point: because of the complexity of essential oils they do not disturb the body’s natural balance but they work in harmony with.

Therapeutic-grade or medicinal quality essential oils (2% of all oils produced) when diffused provide negative ions, which can break down potentially harmful chemicals and render them nontoxic.

One of my favorite herbs for cooking—oregano—a hardy perennial, has researchers finding new evidence of the benefits contained when in an essential oil form. We already know it is a general tonic, immune stimulant, and has antioxidant capacity. To make an essential oil from oregano the leaves and stems are used. Researchers at Weber State University in Ogden, Utah, have found that some essential oils, particularly oregano, destroy streptococcus pneumonia cells. The researchers are testing a combination of oregano, thyme, rosewood, cinnamon, and clove oils. Clove oil has been researched for its action against tooth decay. Therapeutic-grade oregano oil shows actively against bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites and may be one of the best oils around for healing infections without antibiotics.

Oregano oil, when topically applied, may be applied neat ONLY to the bottoms of the feet. Oregano may burn sensitive skin, and for any other skin application, dilute with a high quality organic vegetable oil like sesame seed oil, grape seed oil, almond oil, wheat germ oil, or extra virgin olive oil using a formula of 1 drop of essential oil to 50 drops of vegetable oil. Avoid contact with all mucous membranes. Pure essential oregano oil is much stronger than taking powdered oregano in capsule form.

Answers for Those Suffering with Chronic Disease

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5 Tips for Getting Through It

Some doctors will admit that there is no single cause for chronic disease and no one answer for every person. The body can and has healed itself from every imbalance and condition that has been labeled a disease. A disease, or dis-ease means that the body is not at ease, it has broken down and is not functioning optimally. One or more of the body’s systems have been compromised or taxed. Basically, the body is fighting itself. Here are 5 tips to help you regain your health and care for your body and spirit:

1. You must detoxify your body. There is a reason your body has shut down and many times it is because it has been loaded with toxins until it can no longer function as our Creator intended. For example, silicone from breast implants has caused chronic fatigue syndrome and lupus. Here are some ways to begin to minimize toxins: drink filtered water (tap water contains chlorine and in some states fluoride which are highly toxic to the body); purchase a shower and bathtub water filter; get an air purifier for your bedroom or whole house. Avoid sodas, diet sodas, artificial sweeteners (none of them are safe), all fast foods, foods labeled no fat, no carbs, no sugar, fat free, etc. These foods contain chemicals. Read the labels. Your body does not recognize many of these chemicals and does not know how to process them. Stop smoking. Be responsible about the amount of alcohol you drink.

2. Handle your emotions around being sick. Understand your thoughts and emotions can contribute to being sick. Have you found your purpose in life? Many, many people are not what I call “on-purpose”. What makes your heart sing? Take an honest look at any anger, resentment, resistance or lack of acceptance about yourself or your life. Ask yourself this question from your heart, “are there any benefits to my being sick?” Perhaps you get attention, it is a great excuse, etc.

3. Get some exercise every day. Walking is the best, because it does not deplete your energy, it adds to it. Walk for 30 minutes in the sunshine. If you cannot walk for 30 minutes, walk for 20, or 15 or 10. Sunshine helps the immune system as well.

4. Try the therapeutic essential oil, Lavender. Lavender is the most gentle essential oil and she is direct from Mother Nature. Essential oils help raise the body’s vibration and help rebuild the immune system—crucial for maintaining optimum health.

5. Homeopathy has shown great results with chronic disease because it works with the body, not against it. Natural medicine does not cause additional side effects. Seek out a knowledgable, experienced homeopathic or naturopathic physician.

These tips are meant to be used in conjunction with appropriate medical care and are not intended as medical advice.

3 Gifts for Someone Facing Illness or Surgery

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You want to help a loved one, support a friend or cheer up a colleague and you know the traditional gift of flowers may not be appropriate.

Three suggestions for gifts that will really help:

1. Therapeutic essential lavender oil—use for relaxation, bruises, scars, and needle trauma. This is a safe oil to begin with for anyone who has never used essential oils. Lavender oil is also safe for children.

2. An angel, cross, religious or spiritual gift to help the person remember they are NOT their disease. This provides emotional and spiritual support.

3. Gift of a massage, facial, pedicure, counseling, or energy work to give them some quiet time and TLC. Check with their health care team to determine if medically appropriate.

Cultivating Your Beliefs for 2008

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As we enter 2008 and review all the things we wish to accomplish this year, I encourage you to challenge your belief system. I was having a conversation with a person that I had never met before, and I told her that I was a medical intuitive and healing counselor and she said "I believe in all of those things". Later on I wondered why people tell me that they either do or do not believe in what I do. They don't say these words to bankers, or hairdressers, or engineers. The fact is that intuitive sciences have worked for years and that each one of us has a powerful intuition (inner voice, consciousness) if we just listen. We are wired with intuition, not wired without. It exists whether you believe it or not. You can use it for a quality of life or not. I await the day when we don't discuss whether we believe in spiritual, non-tangible things, but perhaps that we don't believe in money that is green or big coats or ________... (you fill in the blank)

What if you did believe?