An Answer to a Bible Student's Dream Recently I had a visit from a college student who is in his fourth year of studies in a seminary, and he remarked that Freud's pioneer definition was that a dream symbolizes a wish fulfilled, but that it certainly did not fit his …

Having read this far in the article, you will readily see the cause of the dreams. As we prayed together over the phone, we impregnated and activated our subconscious mind, which sees all and knows all, and it responded symbolically in her case and literally in my case. Self-preservation is …

is certainly true for positive psychology. This fact often takes people by surprise because, as a scientific specialty, positive psychology seems utterly innocuous. What could be dangerous about trying to be happy? It is not as energetic as arguing but it is another form of getting attention. Similarly, some people …

You will have consciously entered into union with the Higher Self, and then all the Divine forces will hasten to minister to your eternal joy. What things soever you desire, when you pray, believe that you receive them, and you shall have them (Mark 11:24). Find Answers in Dreams …

Accordingly, if you find that directing love toward yourself is especially problematic, you might consider whether to practice with easier people first. Perhaps start with a teacher or mentor to whom you feel especially grateful, or a friend who the mere thought of can melt your face into a smile …

Some of the words used are neutral, while others are vulgar or disturbing in some way. The charged words do not become consciously visible to the subjects until they are exposed for a considerably longer duration than the neutral words. If recognition and consciousness are the same thing, this result …

Will you embrace a positive attitude if you do deviate from the Data-Driven Fueling plan at lunch or fall down a rabbit hole? As changes in thinking occur, please compliment yourself on the courage, strength, and determination you are incorporating into your life. As you commit to the Forget Dieting …

Although some health-care professionals do not advise liquids before bedtime due to the disruption of sleep with a trip to the bathroom, ayurvedic medicine believes warm milk is a remedy for sleeplessness. I personally enjoy an occasional cup of Moon Milk8 before bed when I have trouble sleeping. A good …

Music can strengthen, calm, energize, or work your last nerve. Singing bowls can directly influence the body in this way, and waves of music not only flood the ears but also the entire body. No one would go to concerts if this wasn't the desired effect--to bathe in the music …

True knowledge is more than just understanding with the head. It comes from experience. Never lose your sense of humor if you are uncertain or don't know which way to go. No pressure, no stress, please. Those two certainly don't help to get the healing energies flowing, so you're far …

So, if you find yourself thinking that, think again. If you decide to wear a red stone, it's best you use a chain or cord that is long enough to wear the stone over the solar plexus area. Some people experience feelings of being angry or churned up when starting …

There are some rules for it to work well. All baths are taken without any further bath additives (like soap, shower gel, bubble bath and so on). If you prefer to shower before the bath, go ahead, but the bath should be sacred, and one should take it in a …

Put one to two cups of coconut milk into your bath. Alternatively, you can pour hot water over coconut flakes, let it brew for fifteen minutes, and strain it in the bath water. Coconut is a wonderful two-in-one cleanser, for it not only cleanses but also nourishes. Mint Oil The …

In this case it should be done in a concentrated form after the working day is through. As so often is the case, routine is key; Of course, rituals like this can't balance out permanent overworking, as faced by so many doctors in hospitals, for example. We must be frank …

It is up to us to take advantage of our extraordinary bodies and learn to move them in the best ways. In this article, we explored why moving matters and how too much or too little of it, especially for those with autoimmune disease, can be detrimental. The tools outlined …

This network usually operates under mutual obligation. In other words, you both give and receive support. The four main types of support are emotional, practical, sharing points of view, and sharing information. Having both depth (a few very close, intimate people) and width (a large number of casual friends and …

As any stay-at-home-parent can attest, being mobile and active throughout your day doing errands and housework definitely counts as movement! In fact, if you find yourself at all disabled by your condition, simple everyday tasks such as loading the dishwasher or working in your garden can be a considerable workout …

Further research by Dr Lieberman showed that Tylenol could dull social pain in much the same way as it dulls physical pain. Why does it matter that our brains group physical and social pain together? It demonstrates on an extremely basic level that our connection with other human beings is …

These percentages don't measure how much effort or care you put into these aspects of your life; To live a happy, healthy life, it's vital to find your balance between these five domains. Try this meditation to figure out where that balance is. Keeping your eyes closed, think about how …

Practice it. Visualize all the good things around you entering your body as you take in a breath of air. Hold it for a moment and allow the good things to settle in, then watch as all the negativity rushes out as you exhale. Continue for a few breaths until …

Here are some of the biggest reasons why you need to make movement a priority. IT PREVENTS DISEASE . Those who exercise regularly have a lower chance of developing heart disease and diabetes, having a stroke, getting certain kinds of cancers, becoming obese, and developing other health problems. IT STRENGTHENS BONES …

Our metabolism operates in a circadian fashion and is largely under the influence of melatonin. Light cycles correspond with taking in nutrition, so eat early in the day and expose your body to light upon awakening. Avoid eating rich meals at night for the reason that your metabolism grows increasingly …

Sometimes we have obstacles that get in between us and receiving love from others, despite our most sincere intention to be able to accept love. If there seems to be something holding you back from accepting love, you might have some obstacles you need to identify. Use this meditation to …

Many times I have heard the Dalai Lama say that the radicalism of the twenty-first century is compassion. Forgiving and loving our enemies means we have compassion for the perpetrators of insane violence--not condoning it in any way, but having compassion for persons who would participate in such bloodcurdling acts …

Just because you exercise, doesn't mean you can sit all day. In fact, despite recreational exercise, prolonged sitting is associated with inflammation. You should move every 45-90 minutes for a few minutes of working out. Run the stairs, do push-ups, sit-ups, something to get your blood pumping. This will lead …

This includes alternate sources of sugar such as carbs. The plan can last anywhere from three days to 1-2 weeks, a month, or more. Your best option is dependent on what you can handle, so you need to consider your personal situation and diet carefully. I would recommend that you …

This cycle did not exactly follow the twenty-four-hour solar day, by the way--but rather the circadian day, which was slightly different in length from one animal to another. We also learned that the rods' cycle of visual sensitivity was not under the control of the clock in the brain. In …

To deal with cravings, there are many things you can do, including: Eat a healthy meal Enjoy a hot shower or bath Take a walk Drink some tea Practice mindfulness Add a bit of apple cider vinegar to your water bottle Get enough sleep Don't beat yourself up if you …

The skin barrier of darker skin can be more prone to disruption through a process of trans-epidermal water loss (TEWL), because of lower levels of ceramides in the stratum corneum. This means skin can feel rough and dry. When choosing moisturisers, those with darker skin may find it helpful to …

You can choose to act and build. You have a choice to deny your inherent gifts or to affirm and use your skills--your enormous, untapped gifts--to generate wealth and expand opportunities. You can choose to use your gifts and have abundance. You have a choice to play defense or go …

Try to find a new home for the possessions (a museum, a charity, another family member, a friend). When my grandfather died, my mother asked if there was anything I wanted from his house. I replied, A flour sifter. It was all I could think of that I needed at …

The question of whether anyone can become an expert performer in a given field by taking part in enough designed practice is still open, and I will offer some thoughts on this issue in the next article. But there was nothing in the original study to suggest that it was …

The thirty music students were also asked to keep daily diaries for each of the next seven days in which they would detail exactly how they'd spent their time. In the diaries, they recorded their activities in fifteen-minute increments: sleeping, eating, going to class, studying, practicing alone, practicing with others …

That doctor couldn't make a diagnosis and referred the patient to a specialist. The specialist, a neuro-opthalmologist, immediately recognized the small pupil as a symptom of a particular syndrome but had no idea what might cause that syndrome in an otherwise healthy man--and how it all might be related to …

We knew, for instance, why each piece was there and what we wanted to accomplish with it. And we had a clear idea of the article's structure and logic--why one topic followed another--and the interconnections among the various pieces. We found that this process also forced us to think carefully …

Dr Smoot (2006) says, People cannot foresee the future well enough to predict what's going to develop from basic research. If we only did applied research, we would still be making better spears. The takeaway from basic research is that it always has value even if not immediate. Applied Research …

The fleeting moment that defines the Adventure is sought out again and again. In phase four, Misadventure, the difficulty of the task is either greater than the skill of the individual or it is perceived as such. Sometimes misadventure takes place because of the immediate negative reactions. The challenges in …

My saving grace was 1/2 cup of very dark, very rich chocolate ice cream. Just a taste was all she needed to keep her happy, and too many sweets, especially processed ones, could actually result in some midday grouchiness. I feel really well, Renee said, beaming. This has been …

Bad sleep has also been linked to a higher risk of type 2 diabetes. In a study, University of Chicago researchers suppressed deep sleep in a group of healthy young adults. After just 3 nights of deep-sleep suppression, the subjects became less sensitive to insulin by an amount comparable to …

If you can't do at least 8 reps, go for a lighter weight; Resistance bands or tubes add more flexibility to your routine. Unlike dumbbells, they keep the tension on the entire time and in all kinds of directions; You can choose either a flat band or a tube with …