La’au Lapa’au:   White Sage Meaning Magic And A Sacred Space – Thrive On News Free Spirituality Magazine

Spiritual Magickal and metaphysical healing and medicinal benefits of White Sage. Smudging uses and practise of this amazing sacred herb.

by Linda Philip & Psychic Medium Ian Scott

Source: White Sage Meaning Magic And A Sacred Space – Thrive On News Free Spirituality Magazine

Daily Words of the Buddha for February 04, 2017

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Pāli Word a Day for February 04, 2017 — vītasoka – vīta + soka = free from + grief — free from sorrow, grief, mourning

Pabbatassa suvaṇṇassa,
jātarūpassa kevalo
dvittāva nālamekassa:
iti vidvā samañcare.

Were there a mountain all made of gold,
doubled that would not be enough
to satisfy a single person:
know this and live accordingly.

Saṃyutta Nikāya 1.156
Gemstones of the Good Dhamma, compiled and translated by Ven. S. Dhammika

Helpful Phrases For Saying “No”

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1 – I can’t give you an answer right now; would you check back with me?
2 – I want to, but I’m unable to.
3 – I am not able to commit to that right now.
4 – I really appreciate you asking me, but I can’t do it.
5 – I understand that you really need my help, but I’m just not able to say yes to that. I’m so sorry.
6 – I’m going to say no for now. I’ll let you know if something changes.
7 – I’m honored that you would ask me, but my answer is “no”.
8 – No, I can’t do that … but, here’s what I can do.
9 – I just don’t have that to give right now.

Positive Distractions from the Political Rabble

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1 – Make a cup of tea.
2 – Send a nice Anonymous message to someone.
3 – Browse the “positive” images.
4 – Draw a picture for your friend.
5 – Type aimlessly until you feel better (being at work helps!)
6 – Look up fun DIY projects.
7 – Bake something.
8 – Light incense and take a nap.
9 – Create a to-do list.
10 – List your goals and dreams.
11 – Think about what makes you smile.
12 – Compliment yourself.
13 – Enjoy a cup of coffee, alone or with a friend
14 – Write a haiku
15 – Realize that everything is gonna be all right.

Things You Can (Still) Control In Your Life

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1 – your beliefs
2 – your attitude
3 – your thoughts
4 – your perspective
5 – how honest you are
6 – who your friends are
7 – what books you read
8 – how often you exercise
9 – the type of foods you eat
10 – how many risks you take
11 – how you interpret situations
12 – how kind you are to others
13 – how kind you are to yourself
14 – how often you say “I love you”
15 – how often you say “thank you”
16 – how you express your feelings
17 – whether or not you ask for help
18 – how often you practice Gratitude
19 – how many times you smile today
20 – the amount of effort you put forth
21 – how you spend/invest your money
22 – how much time you spend worrying
23 – how often you think about your past
24 – whether or not you judge other people
25 – whether or not you try again after a setback
26 – how much you appreciate the things you have
27 – how much you appreciate the things done for you

Mix These 3 Spices to Prevent Colon, Prostate and Breast Cancer – Secretly Healthy

According to Dr. Caroline Anderson nutrition can do a lot for you and protect you from various serious diseases. If you consume the right foods and in this case the right spices you will never have to worry about getting cancer again. These spices have been used over 2.000 years in East India and that …

Source: Mix These 3 Spices to Prevent Colon, Prostate and Breast Cancer – Secretly Healthy

5 Chair Exercises That Will Help You Reduce Belly Fat While You Sit – Secretly Healthy

Usually people in this modern life spend their free time scrolling on facebook and other social media. The other part of the time is spent on the job which for almost half of the American population is sedentary. These kinds of job can reflect badly on the posture, general health and the weight. Prolonged hours …

Source: 5 Chair Exercises That Will Help You Reduce Belly Fat While You Sit – Secretly Healthy

January 29, 2017 Is A 22 MasteWhy is 22 Master Number Day!  Why is 22 a Master Number? – Numerology4YourSoul

NUMEROLOGY HEADS UP — HUGE CREATION ENERGIES AFOOT!
 
This Sunday is our first 22 Master Day for 2017 (2+9+0+1+2+0+1+7=22).

Why is 22 a master number? Double 2’s create a powerful impact in relationships of all kinds, especially when we are living in our true authentic selves.

Source: Why is 22 a Master Number? – Numerology4YourSoul

Daily Words of the Buddha for January 28, 2017

 

Pāli Word a Day for January 28, 2017 --  akutobhaya — that which has nothing to fear from anywhere
Pāli Word a Day for January 28, 2017 — akutobhaya — that which has nothing to fear from anywhere

Attānañce piyaṃ jaññā
na naṃ pāpena saṃyuje,
na hi taṃ sulabhaṃ hoti
sukhaṃ dukkaṭakārinā.

If you hold yourself dear
then don’t fetter yourself with evil,
for happiness isn’t easily gained
by one who commits a wrong-doing.

Saṃyutta Nikāya 1.115
Translated from the Pali by Thanissaro Bhikkhu

Daily Words of the Buddha for January 27, 2017

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Pāli Word a Day for January 27, 2017 — anāvattin — one who does not return

Jayaṃ veraṃ pasavati.
Dukkhaṃ seti parājito.
Upasanto sukhaṃ seti,
hitvā jayaparājayaṃ.

Winning gives birth to hostility.
Losing, one lies down in pain.
The calmed lie down with ease,
having set winning and losing aside.

Dhammapada 15.201
Translated from the Pali by Thanissaro Bhikkhu

How Fish Oil Can Cure your Heart After a Heart Attack – Secretly Healthy

Fish can be found in the ranks of some of the healthiest foods in the worlds and a big part of that is due to the important nutrients it holds. One thing that makes the fish, almost any kind of fish healthy is the omega 3 fatty acids that can do wonders for your body …

Source: How Fish Oil Can Cure your Heart After a Heart Attack – Secretly Healthy

Get Rid of Pain Using Banana Leaves – Secretly Healthy

LA’AU LAPA’AU – HERBAL MEDICINE

This is a well known remedy in Island cultures, particularly in the Philippines.  In Hawai’i, we use green Ti leaves to cure headaches.  Nature’s medicine cabinet is as close as your backyard garden.

Serving food on a leaf is a tradition in many countries and that is probably not so familiar to us.  In the Philippines and South India people serve food on banana leaves and they often do it at wedding ceremonies too. This is because of many reasons and the most important one if the health. Other than that, …

Source: Get Rid of Pain Using Banana Leaves – Secretly Healthy