consciouslifenews--2020-05-25--COVID-19 Triggers Increased Use of Antidepressants

To boost your courage , educate yourself , and prepare for the future as best you can .
Strategies to ameliorate fear , anxiety , and depression include energy psychology techniques such as EFT and NET FAST , in addition to healthy lifestyle strategies such as eating healthy , exercising and getting enough sleep We are also starting to see a rise in suicides .
Suicides exceeded COVID-19 deaths in Tennessee the week of April 20 Prescriptions for antidepressants rose 34.1 % between mid-February and mid-March , by which time stay-at-home orders had been issued for many parts of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , depression , and insomnia rose by 21 % Compared to the week of March 11 through 15 , a larger proportion of Americans also reported negative mental health impacts the week of March 25 through 30 — 45 % compared to 32 % the week before More than half of Americans worry about long-term investment losses and loss of work and fear they or a family member might contract COVID-19 With financial experts predicting the COVID-19 pandemic response will result in an economic crash worse than the Great Depression of the 1930s,1 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and suicide statistics are ticking upward .
According to a Kaiser Family Foundation poll,2 between March 25 and March 30 , 45 % of respondents said the pandemic has disrupted their lives “ a lot , ” with women ( 49 % ) being disproportionally affected than men ( 40 % ) ; 27 % say their lives have been impacted to “ some ” degree .
Most also say there ’ s “ no end in sight , ” and 74 % of respondents believe “ the worst is yet to come.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the pandemic has already passed .
Fifty-nine percent worry their investments will be negatively impacted for a long time , and 52 % worry they will lose their job .
A nearly identical number — 53 % — worry they or a family member will contract COVID-19 .
Already , 39 % of adults report having either lost their job or lost income due to working fewer hours .
A clear majority — 85 % — worry local businesses will permanently close due to loss of revenue .
Compared to the week @ @ @ @ @ @ @ larger proportion of Americans also reported negative mental health impacts the week of March 25 through 30 — 45 % compared to 32 % the week before .
According to an April 16 , 2020 , report3,4,5 by Express Scripts , an employer-based pharmacy benefit management company , prescriptions for anti-anxiety rose 34.1 % between mid-February and mid-March , by which time stay-at-home orders had been issued for many parts of the U.S .
Combined , drugs for anxiety , depression , and insomnia rose by 21 % .
Mirroring poll results , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ than men , with women increasing use by 40 % compared to men , who had a 22.7 % rise in prescriptions.6 As reported by Newsweek:7 As one would expect , we are also starting to see a rise in suicides .
Suicide statistics reliably follow economic trends , with financial downturns triggering higher rates of depression and despair .
According to a March 25 , 2020 , report by The Sacramento Bee:8 According to a spokeswoman for the national Crisis Text Line , text conversations were double that of the normal volume @ @ @ @ @ @ @ seems clear the current pandemic has delivered a perfect storm of challenges that is sure to bring many to a breaking point .
According to reports by The Federalist10 and Red State,11 suicides exceeded COVID-19 deaths in Tennessee the week of April 20 .
The Regional Forensic Center in Tennessee was investigating nine suicides as of March 27 , eight of which took place in Knox County — one of the few areas in Tennessee where nonessential businesses were ordered to close .
The suicides , which occurred within a 48-hour period , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ suicide rate for the region.12 Meanwhile , only six patients died from COVID-19 in the entire state that week .
In a statement , Knoxville , Tennessee , Mayor Glenn Jacobs said:13 Similar warning signs are starting to be noted in other states as well , including Oregon .
In a March 24 local news report,14 Portland police chief Jami Resch said suicide threats or attempts are 41 % higher now than this time last year , and there ’ s been a 23 % increase since the 10 days before a state @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The fact that so many are turning to antidepressants at this time is unfortunate , as these drugs have repeatedly been shown to be ineffective at best , and can actually make matters worse .
Antidepressants come with a long list of potential side effects , which include but are not limited to 15,16 • Increased risk of developing Type 2 diabetes , even after adjusting for risk factors such as body mass index • An increased risk for heart attack and stroke • Depletion of various nutrients , including coenzyme Q10 and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tricyclic antidepressants — which are needed for proper mitochondrial function .
SSRIs have been linked to iodine and folate depletion In a March 2019 Full Measure report ( below ) , award-winning investigative journalist Sharyl Attkisson interviewed psychiatrist and director of the International Center for Patient-Oriented Psychiatry , Dr. Peter Breggin .
I interviewed Breggin earlier this year but have not yet released his fascinating video because of the pandemic .
He is known to many as “ the conscience of psychiatry , ” as he was instrumental in preventing the return of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ early 1970s .
Breggin is also the author of “ Medication Madness , ” in which he details the many hazards of psychiatric drugs .
When asked what he thinks people don ’ t know about psychiatric treatment , and ought to , Breggin responds , “ They don ’ t know that all psychiatric drugs are neurotoxins .
They do n't know that they are n't correcting biochemical imbalances , they are causing biochemical imbalances.
” In Breggin ’ s view , “ There is no promising medical treatment and probably there @ @ @ @ @ @ @ simple reason that depression is primarily rooted in the complexity of human emotions and experiences .
He believes one needs to avoid numbing and escapist behaviors and implement strategies to support healthy brain function instead , in order to “ be able to deal with your issues.
” As noted by Breggin , studies23,24,25,26,27,28 have repeatedly shown antidepressants work no better than placebo for mild to moderate depression .
Two meta-analyses29,30 have also demonstrated that when both published and unpublished trials are included , the placebo response accounts for a whopping 82 % @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Most recently , a 2017 systematic review31 with meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis of 131 placebo-controlled studies found that “ all trials were at high risk of bias and the clinical significance seems questionable .
SSRIs significantly increase the risk of both serious and non-serious adverse events .
The potential small beneficial effects seem to be outweighed by harmful effects.
” None of the trials , even when reporting a positive result , met the threshold for clinical significance of 3 points on the depression score .
Are You Just Scared or Living @ @ @ @ @ @ @ recent article , “ You Can Control Fear , ” there ’ s a difference between being scared and being fearful .
Right now , the whole world is holding its proverbial breath in anticipation of what might come next .
It ’ s easy to feel fearful , considering the daily barrage of bad news .
However , understanding the difference between being scared and living in fear can be very helpful , as fear has a paralyzing effect while being scared primarily heightens alertness .
Novel threats raise a person 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ than familiar threats , even when they have the same or similar consequences .
This is thought to be related to activity in your amygdala , which processes emotions .
The authors of a 2013 study32 found that activity in the amygdala increased when participants were shown images of unfamiliar flowers and snakes , while images of familiar natural objects did not .
Ryan Holiday , author of 10 books , including “ The Daily Stoic ” and “ The Obstacle Is the Way , ” writes:33 While fleeting feelings of concern are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ when such feelings are allowed to continuously dominate , paralysis can set in .
To thrive in times of great uncertainty and fear , Holiday stresses the importance of training , education , and preparation , which are the foundation of courage.34 The difference between being fearful and being scared is that fear paralyzes your ability to evaluate what 's happening and make decisions .
But preparation and information help you to make decisions and act , even when you 're scared .
This is the definition of courage — taking action despite @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the long-term consequences of fear and panic to your health — and realizing these health conditions are neither inevitable nor necessary to your survival .
There are several strategies you can use to reduce fear and find your courage .
It is important , to begin with , the understanding that feelings do not have a life of their own .
In other words , feelings are generated .
Your feelings change depending upon your circumstances and your thoughts .
Watching a funny movie may trigger laughter and feelings of happiness .
Watching @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Reading the headlines during an epidemic or pandemic can trigger fear .
There ’ s an unknown factor in the situation .
You may not have control over the news media , but you do have control over your thoughts and your health .
In other words , your thoughts engender feelings .
Consider a Media Diet While You Prepare for the Future One of the strategies you can use to reduce fear is to change the way you think about things .
Yes , we ’ re dealing with many unknowns @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and preparation rather than getting locked into panic mode can go a long way toward safeguarding your mental health .
Take the safety precautions you can take , and limit your exposure to the news .
Psychology Today35 recommends reducing anxiety by consuming positive news stories while keeping up with what ’ s going in the world .
Also do your best to apply some critical thinking when reading the news .
It ’ s important to pay careful attention to “ vague or loaded terms , cited statistics , and unstated assumptions.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ t accept at face value what ’ s in the news but , rather , consider the information and ask questions about what you ’ re being told .
Other stresses- and depression-reducing techniques include getting enough exercise , eating whole foods , limiting sugar , and getting quality sleep .
When you ’ re tired and your body doesn ’ t have adequate nutrition to function , you ’ re more apt to fall into the trap of fear-based thinking .
Additional treatment strategies for depression can be found in “ What @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ?
” A strategy that can provide more immediate results is the use of Emotional Freedom Techniques or EFT .
In the video above , Julie Schiffman demonstrates a tapping strategy to relieve anxiety and other challenging emotions brought on by news and uncertainty about this pandemic and/or self-quarantining .
If you aren ’ t familiar with EFT you ’ ll find a library of demonstrations at “ Basic Steps to Your Emotional Freedom.
” Another alternative is the Neuro-Emotional Technique ’ s First Aid Stress Tool , or NET FAST , demonstrated @ @ @ @ @ @ @ provides an excellent printable summary with visuals of the technique,36 which even a young child can do .
Here is a summary of the FAST procedure : • While thinking about an issue that is bothering you , place your right wrist , palm up , into your left hand .
Place three fingers of your left hand onto the area of your right wrist where you can feel your pulse .
• Place your open right hand on your forehead .
Gently breathe in and out several times while concentrating on feeling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but not least , if you feel depressed , anxious , or creeping despair , don ’ t hesitate to reach out to family , friends , or any of the available suicide prevention services : • Crisis Text Line — Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a crisis counselor • Lifeline Crisis Chat — Chat online with a specialist who can provide emotional support , crisis intervention , and suicide prevention services at www.crisischat.org

By Dr. Joseph Mercola | mercola.com
To boost your courage, educate yourself, and prepare for the future as best you can. Strategies to ameliorate fear, anxiety, and depression include energy psychology techniques such as EFT and NET FAST, in addition to healthy lifestyle strategies such as eating healthy, exercising and getting enough sleep
We are also starting to see a rise in suicides. Suicides exceeded COVID-19 deaths in Tennessee the week of April 20
Prescriptions for antidepressants rose 34.1% between mid-February and mid-March, by which time stay-at-home orders had been issued for many parts of the U.S. Combined, drugs for anxiety, depression, and insomnia rose by 21%
Compared to the week of March 11 through 15, a larger proportion of Americans also reported negative mental health impacts the week of March 25 through 30 — 45% compared to 32% the week before
More than half of Americans worry about long-term investment losses and loss of work and fear they or a family member might contract COVID-19
With financial experts predicting the COVID-19 pandemic response will result in an economic crash worse than the Great Depression of the 1930s,1 it’s no wonder that depression and suicide statistics are ticking upward.
According to a Kaiser Family Foundation poll,2 between March 25 and March 30, 45% of respondents said the pandemic has disrupted their lives “a lot,” with women (49%) being disproportionally affected than men (40%); 27% say their lives have been impacted to “some” degree.
Most also say there’s “no end in sight,” and 74% of respondents believe “the worst is yet to come.” Only 13% believe the height of the pandemic has already passed.
Fifty-nine percent worry their investments will be negatively impacted for a long time, and 52% worry they will lose their job. A nearly identical number — 53% — worry they or a family member will contract COVID-19.
Already, 39% of adults report having either lost their job or lost income due to working fewer hours. A clear majority — 85% — worry local businesses will permanently close due to loss of revenue.
Compared to the week of March 11 through 15, a larger proportion of Americans also reported negative mental health impacts the week of March 25 through 30 — 45% compared to 32% the week before.
Antidepressant Use Skyrockets
According to an April 16, 2020, report3,4,5 by Express Scripts, an employer-based pharmacy benefit management company, prescriptions for anti-anxiety rose 34.1% between mid-February and mid-March, by which time stay-at-home orders had been issued for many parts of the U.S.
Combined, drugs for anxiety, depression, and insomnia rose by 21%. Mirroring poll results, far more women have turned to antidepressants than men, with women increasing use by 40% compared to men, who had a 22.7% rise in prescriptions.6 As reported by Newsweek:7
“Anxiety is the most common type of mental illnesses in the country, according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, with over 40 million adults suffering from some form of disorder.
Although medication can be an effective treatment, some of the drugs used can come with serious side effects and a potential for abuse and addiction. Insomnia drugs share many of the same caveats.
[Senior vice president of Express Scripts, Dr. Glen] Stettin insisted that a majority of people experiencing anxiety or insomnia issues during the pandemic should first seek drug-free treatments like cognitive behavioral therapy or practicing good sleep. ‘If you think about anxiety and you think about sleep issues, for most people medicine is not the answer,’ said Stettin.”
Suicide Rates Are Starting to Spike
As one would expect, we are also starting to see a rise in suicides. Suicide statistics reliably follow economic trends, with financial downturns triggering higher rates of depression and despair. According to a March 25, 2020, report by The Sacramento Bee:8
“FirstLink, a company that answers both 211 helplines and the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline for North Dakota and parts of Minnesota said this week that call volume in some of its call centers is up 300%.”
According to a spokeswoman for the national Crisis Text Line, text conversations were double that of the normal volume during the week of March 15.9 It seems clear the current pandemic has delivered a perfect storm of challenges that is sure to bring many to a breaking point.
According to reports by The Federalist10 and Red State,11 suicides exceeded COVID-19 deaths in Tennessee the week of April 20. The Regional Forensic Center in Tennessee was investigating nine suicides as of March 27, eight of which took place in Knox County — one of the few areas in Tennessee where nonessential businesses were ordered to close.
The suicides, which occurred within a 48-hour period, account for 10% of the 2019 suicide rate for the region.12 Meanwhile, only six patients died from COVID-19 in the entire state that week. In a statement, Knoxville, Tennessee, Mayor Glenn Jacobs said:13
“That number is completely shocking and makes me wonder if what we are doing now is really the best approach. We have to determine how we can respond to COVID-19 in a way that keeps our economy intact, keeps people employed and empowers them with a feeling of hope and optimism — not desperation and despair.”
Similar warning signs are starting to be noted in other states as well, including Oregon. In a March 24 local news report,14 Portland police chief Jami Resch said suicide threats or attempts are 41% higher now than this time last year, and there’s been a 23% increase since the 10 days before a state of emergency was declared in Portland.
Carefully Evaluate Your Coping Strategy
The fact that so many are turning to antidepressants at this time is unfortunate, as these drugs have repeatedly been shown to be ineffective at best, and can actually make matters worse. Antidepressants come with a long list of potential side effects, which include but are not limited to 15,16
Worsening depression, self-harm, violence, and suicide
Increased risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, 17 even after adjusting for risk factors such as body mass index 18
even after adjusting for risk factors such as body mass index An increased risk for heart attack 19 and stroke 20
and stroke An increased risk of dementia 21
Depletion of various nutrients, including coenzyme Q10 and vitamin B12 — in the case of tricyclic antidepressants — which are needed for proper mitochondrial function. SSRIs have been linked to iodine and folate depletion 22
In a March 2019 Full Measure report (below), award-winning investigative journalist Sharyl Attkisson interviewed psychiatrist and director of the International Center for Patient-Oriented Psychiatry, Dr. Peter Breggin. I interviewed Breggin earlier this year but have not yet released his fascinating video because of the pandemic.
He is known to many as “the conscience of psychiatry,” as he was instrumental in preventing the return of lobotomy as a psychiatric treatment in the early 1970s. Breggin is also the author of “Medication Madness,” in which he details the many hazards of psychiatric drugs.
When asked what he thinks people don’t know about psychiatric treatment, and ought to, Breggin responds, “They don’t know that all psychiatric drugs are neurotoxins. They don't know that they aren't correcting biochemical imbalances, they are causing biochemical imbalances.”
In Breggin’s view, “There is no promising medical treatment and probably there never can be,” for the simple reason that depression is primarily rooted in the complexity of human emotions and experiences.
He believes one needs to avoid numbing and escapist behaviors and implement strategies to support healthy brain function instead, in order to “be able to deal with your issues.”
As noted by Breggin, studies23,24,25,26,27,28 have repeatedly shown antidepressants work no better than placebo for mild to moderate depression. Two meta-analyses29,30 have also demonstrated that when both published and unpublished trials are included, the placebo response accounts for a whopping 82% of the beneficial response to antidepressants.
Most recently, a 2017 systematic review31 with meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis of 131 placebo-controlled studies found that “all trials were at high risk of bias and the clinical significance seems questionable. SSRIs significantly increase the risk of both serious and non-serious adverse events.
The potential small beneficial effects seem to be outweighed by harmful effects.” None of the trials, even when reporting a positive result, met the threshold for clinical significance of 3 points on the depression score.
Are You Just Scared or Living in Fear?
As explained in my recent article, “You Can Control Fear,” there’s a difference between being scared and being fearful. Right now, the whole world is holding its proverbial breath in anticipation of what might come next. It’s easy to feel fearful, considering the daily barrage of bad news.
However, understanding the difference between being scared and living in fear can be very helpful, as fear has a paralyzing effect while being scared primarily heightens alertness.
Novel threats raise a person's level of anxiety to a greater degree than familiar threats, even when they have the same or similar consequences. This is thought to be related to activity in your amygdala, which processes emotions.
The authors of a 2013 study32 found that activity in the amygdala increased when participants were shown images of unfamiliar flowers and snakes, while images of familiar natural objects did not. Ryan Holiday, author of 10 books, including “The Daily Stoic” and “The Obstacle Is the Way,” writes:33
“Being afraid? That’s not fight or flight. That’s paralysis. That only makes things worse. Especially right now. Especially in a world that requires solutions to the many problems we face. They’re certainly not going to solve themselves. And inaction (or the wrong action) may make them worse, it might put you in even more danger. An inability to learn, adapt, to embrace change will too.”
Knowledge and Preparation Boost Courage
While fleeting feelings of concern are expected when faced with new experiences, when such feelings are allowed to continuously dominate, paralysis can set in. To thrive in times of great uncertainty and fear, Holiday stresses the importance of training, education, and preparation, which are the foundation of courage.34
The difference between being fearful and being scared is that fear paralyzes your ability to evaluate what's happening and make decisions. But preparation and information help you to make decisions and act, even when you're scared. This is the definition of courage — taking action despite being scared.
Preparation begins with understanding the long-term consequences of fear and panic to your health — and realizing these health conditions are neither inevitable nor necessary to your survival.
There are several strategies you can use to reduce fear and find your courage. It is important, to begin with, the understanding that feelings do not have a life of their own. In other words, feelings are generated. Your feelings change depending upon your circumstances and your thoughts.
Watching a funny movie may trigger laughter and feelings of happiness. Watching a sad movie brings many to tears. Reading the headlines during an epidemic or pandemic can trigger fear. There’s an unknown factor in the situation. You may not have control over the news media, but you do have control over your thoughts and your health. In other words, your thoughts engender feelings.
Consider a Media Diet While You Prepare for the Future
One of the strategies you can use to reduce fear is to change the way you think about things. Yes, we’re dealing with many unknowns right now, but focusing on planning and preparation rather than getting locked into panic mode can go a long way toward safeguarding your mental health. Take the safety precautions you can take, and limit your exposure to the news.
Psychology Today35 recommends reducing anxiety by consuming positive news stories while keeping up with what’s going in the world. Also do your best to apply some critical thinking when reading the news. It’s important to pay careful attention to “vague or loaded terms, cited statistics, and unstated assumptions.” In other words, don’t accept at face value what’s in the news but, rather, consider the information and ask questions about what you’re being told.
Other stresses- and depression-reducing techniques include getting enough exercise, eating whole foods, limiting sugar, and getting quality sleep. When you’re tired and your body doesn’t have adequate nutrition to function, you’re more apt to fall into the trap of fear-based thinking. Additional treatment strategies for depression can be found in “What Does the Best Evidence Say About Antidepressants?”
The Emotional Freedom Techniques
A strategy that can provide more immediate results is the use of Emotional Freedom Techniques or EFT. In the video above, Julie Schiffman demonstrates a tapping strategy to relieve anxiety and other challenging emotions brought on by news and uncertainty about this pandemic and/or self-quarantining.
If you aren’t familiar with EFT you’ll find a library of demonstrations at “Basic Steps to Your Emotional Freedom.”
The NET FAST Technique
Another alternative is the Neuro-Emotional Technique’s First Aid Stress Tool, or NET FAST, demonstrated in the video above. Firstaidstresstool.com also provides an excellent printable summary with visuals of the technique,36 which even a young child can do. Here is a summary of the FAST procedure:
While thinking about an issue that is bothering you, place your right wrist, palm up, into your left hand. Place three fingers of your left hand onto the area of your right wrist where you can feel your pulse. Place your open right hand on your forehead. Gently breathe in and out several times while concentrating on feeling the issue that bothers you. Switch hands and repeat steps 1 and 2.
Suicide Prevention Resources
Last but not least, if you feel depressed, anxious, or creeping despair, don’t hesitate to reach out to family, friends, or any of the available suicide prevention services:


consciouslifenews--2020-05-25--Reforestation Drones Will Plant 40,000 Trees This Month With 1 Billion Goal Set for 2028

( TMU ) – As the world continues to witness warming climate conditions , there has been a frightful uptick in massive wildfires from California to the Amazon rainforest and the Australian bush .
And as the world ’ s forests burn to the ground , this creates a dilemma not only for wildlife habitats but also for us humans – because trees help absorb and store carbon dioxide , they are one of our basic lines of defense against global warming .
However , a Canadian startup has set the lofty goal of using drones to plant a billion @ @ @ @ @ @ @ process , the company hopes to revolutionize the manner in which the process of reforestation is tackled .
Flash Forest plans to deploy its revolutionary new technology to identify the best planting sites on fire-scorched land just north of Toronto where it can begin firing specially designed seedpods into the ground .
The pods consist of germinated seeds , fertilizer , and a proprietary blend of “ secret ” ingredients , according to .
A spray drone would then cover the area with nutrients such as nitrogen , helping the seedlings to grow @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to monitor progress .
The company hopes to plant at least 40,000 trees in the Toronto region this month alone .
Later this year , Flash Forest will also plant up to 300,000 trees in Hawaii .
And while people are capable of planting around 1,500 seed pods by hands , per day – requiring a hectic pace , without a doubt – Flash Forest ’ s drone solutions are apparently capable of planting 10,000 to 20,000 at present , with the company hoping to eventually be able to plant 100,000 a day @ @ @ @ @ @ @ far less intensive in terms of manual labor required , but it ’ s also far cheaper at around 50 cents per seed pod – about 20 percent cheaper than traditional planting techniques .
According to a study published in the journal planting about a billion trees across the globe could remove two-thirds of all carbon dioxide emissions worldwide—approximately 25 percent of the CO2 in the atmosphere—creating a vast natural means to trap and store the emissions in an affordable and politically non-controversial manner .
The company claims that its drones can sharply @ @ @ @ @ @ @ trees .
The company said : “ Flash Forest is a reforestation company that can plant at 10 times the normal rate and at 20 percent of the cost of traditional tree planting techniques .
“ With drone engineering , we bring new levels of accuracy , precision , and speed to the reforestation industry.
” The world faces a shrinking window of time in which to tackle the problem of heat-trapping emissions , with researchers warning that rampant and accelerating hot conditions across the world could exceed the worst-case scenarios previously forecast @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to mitigation efforts .
Flash Forest co-founder and chief strategy officer Angelique Ahlstrom said that ’ s where its drones can be a crucial part of such a strategy .
She told : “ There are a lot of different attempts to tackle deforestation .
But despite all of them , they ’ re still failing , with a net loss of 7 billion trees every year.
” Ahlstrom notes that it ’ s not possible to combat deforestation by planting trees alone – however , Flash Forest ’ s state-of-the-art hardware using @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shoot pods deep into the soil can be an asset in the cause .
“ It allows you to get into trickier areas that human planters can ’ t. ” Each planting will also consist of four species and eventually eight – covering an aspect of mass tree-planting that similar initiatives have overlooked in the past .
Ahlstrom said : “ We very much prioritize biodiversity , so we try to plant species that are native to the land as opposed to monocultures .
“ We work with local seed banks and also @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that climate change brings with temperature rise , anticipating what the climate will be like in five to eight years when these trees are much older and have grown to a more mature stage , and how that will affect them.
” According to their website , they ’ ve so far planted 469 White Spruce , 344 White Pine , around 327 Blue Spruce , 225 Red Maple , 790 White Birch , 621 Sugar Maple , 131 Douglas Fir , and 199 Balsam .
And with researchers claiming that the Earth @ @ @ @ @ @ @ trees that can be planted across the globe , Flash Forest could help change the way any worldwide planting initiative would take shape .
For Ahlstrom , it ’ s pretty simple math .
She said : “ I think that drones are absolutely necessary to hit the kind of targets that we ’ re saying are necessary to achieve some of our carbon sequestration goals as a global society ( and ) when you look at the potential for drones , we plant 10 times faster than humans .
”

By Elias Marat | Creative Commons | TheMindUnleashed.com
(TMU) – As the world continues to witness warming climate conditions, there has been a frightful uptick in massive wildfires from California to the Amazon rainforest and the Australian bush.
And as the world’s forests burn to the ground, this creates a dilemma not only for wildlife habitats but also for us humans – because trees help absorb and store carbon dioxide, they are one of our basic lines of defense against global warming.
However, a Canadian startup has set the lofty goal of using drones to plant a billion trees by 2028 – and in the process, the company hopes to revolutionize the manner in which the process of reforestation is tackled.
Flash Forest plans to deploy its revolutionary new technology to identify the best planting sites on fire-scorched land just north of Toronto where it can begin firing specially designed seedpods into the ground. The pods consist of germinated seeds, fertilizer, and a proprietary blend of “secret” ingredients, according to Newsweek.
A spray drone would then cover the area with nutrients such as nitrogen, helping the seedlings to grow, before mapping drones are sent later to monitor progress.
The company hopes to plant at least 40,000 trees in the Toronto region this month alone. Later this year, Flash Forest will also plant up to 300,000 trees in Hawaii.
And while people are capable of planting around 1,500 seed pods by hands, per day – requiring a hectic pace, without a doubt – Flash Forest’s drone solutions are apparently capable of planting 10,000 to 20,000 at present, with the company hoping to eventually be able to plant 100,000 a day.
And not only is the process far less intensive in terms of manual labor required, but it’s also far cheaper at around 50 cents per seed pod – about 20 percent cheaper than traditional planting techniques.
According to a study published in the journal Science, planting about a billion trees across the globe could remove two-thirds of all carbon dioxide emissions worldwide—approximately 25 percent of the CO2 in the atmosphere—creating a vast natural means to trap and store the emissions in an affordable and politically non-controversial manner.
The company claims that its drones can sharply increase the speed and efficiency of planting trees. The company said:
“Flash Forest is a reforestation company that can plant at 10 times the normal rate and at 20 percent of the cost of traditional tree planting techniques.
“With drone engineering, we bring new levels of accuracy, precision, and speed to the reforestation industry.”
The world faces a shrinking window of time in which to tackle the problem of heat-trapping emissions, with researchers warning that rampant and accelerating hot conditions across the world could exceed the worst-case scenarios previously forecast by climate experts – giving added impetus to mitigation efforts.
Flash Forest co-founder and chief strategy officer Angelique Ahlstrom said that’s where its drones can be a crucial part of such a strategy. She told Fast Company:
“There are a lot of different attempts to tackle deforestation. But despite all of them, they’re still failing, with a net loss of 7 billion trees every year.”
Ahlstrom notes that it’s not possible to combat deforestation by planting trees alone – however, Flash Forest’s state-of-the-art hardware using mapping drones and pneumatic-powered firing devices that shoot pods deep into the soil can be an asset in the cause.
Continuing, she said:
“It allows you to get into trickier areas that human planters can’t.”
Each planting will also consist of four species and eventually eight – covering an aspect of mass tree-planting that similar initiatives have overlooked in the past. Ahlstrom said:
“We very much prioritize biodiversity, so we try to plant species that are native to the land as opposed to monocultures.
“We work with local seed banks and also take into account that the different changes that climate change brings with temperature rise, anticipating what the climate will be like in five to eight years when these trees are much older and have grown to a more mature stage, and how that will affect them.”
According to their website, they’ve so far planted 469 White Spruce, 344 White Pine, around 327 Blue Spruce, 225 Red Maple, 790 White Birch, 621 Sugar Maple, 131 Douglas Fir, and 199 Balsam.
And with researchers claiming that the Earth has room for over 1 trillion additional trees that can be planted across the globe, Flash Forest could help change the way any worldwide planting initiative would take shape. For Ahlstrom, it’s pretty simple math. She said:
“I think that drones are absolutely necessary to hit the kind of targets that we’re saying are necessary to achieve some of our carbon sequestration goals as a global society (and) when you look at the potential for drones, we plant 10 times faster than humans.”


consciouslifenews--2020-05-25--Know and Experience Miracles Now

Know and Experience Miracles Now

Have you witnessed any miracles ?
This was the prompt in my DayOne Journal .
I was happy to answer…..
Yes !
More than I can count !
Miracles happen everyday , they are the unseen heroes .
The beauty deep within that goes undiscovered until one day they blossom .
They live as seeds , then there they go blossoming into beauty !
Miracles always happen in the present moment .
They don ’ t happen in the regret and pain of yesterday or the worry and rear of tomorrow .
They occur in real time , the now @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they disguise themselves as ordinary .
They seem illusive , yet they are right under our nose .
They seem magical , however they contain magic mixed with love , goodness , and hope .
They seem illusive , but they are scattered about as dust on the table .
They are often seen , but seldom recognized .
That ’ s why we call them a miracle .
Break free from thoughts that keep you small , weak or powerless .
Look for and expect the miraculous .
Also , release judgement @ @ @ @ @ @ @ surprise is part of the process , not the expectation .
Are They Accompanied by Signs ?
Miracles happen all the time .
For some reason we think they should come with fireworks .
That happens , but not often .
It is when the fireworks explode , a miracle is declared .
But aren ’ t miracles more miraculous than that ?
Yes , I see miracles everyday .
The seed that pushes through the hard dirt or sidewalk and thrives .
The weed that is left untended and becomes a beautiful @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that emerges beyond the tears .
The heart that knows , really knows , that something is true .
A hand that reaches out and helps just when hope is fading .
Is a miracle really extraordinary , or is it the beauty part of living that makes our heart sing ?
The wonder of a sweet child , the song of a bird , the hug when least expected .
Shall I name these miracles , mine may be different than yours , but to each they are a miracle .
What @ @ @ @ @ @ @ about a deep inner knowing inspite of the evidence seen ?
What about peace that passes all understanding ?
What about a life that is transformed with just a change of perspective ?
Miracles , they are not ordinary but they are regular .
They happen everyday .
Look for them .
Expect them .
My friend , when you change your thoughts and perspective , you change your life .
We are all creative beings , capable of creating our heart ’ s desire .
Knowledge is power , take up arms @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is Here , from Present Day Sages If miracles seem too far away , then possibly these may help .
Surrender to the grief , despair , fear , loneliness , or whatever form the suffering takes .
Witness it without labeling it mentally .
Allow it to be there .
Embrace it .
Then see how the miracle of surrender transmutes deep suffering into deep peace .
Eckhart Tolle , The Power of Now .
We now find ourselves on the precipice of an amazing age of deep insight , where the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ encoded as remnants in myth and symbol , and leading-edge science in the New Biology and New Physics are coming into greater agreement and mutual validation of one another .
I can only pray that by helping to uncover and share some of these insights that I have , in some small part , helped you find your way to a life of renewed vitality , insight , health , and joy so you can focus on what matters most in your life .
At the very least , I hope you will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ how amazing your body ’ s immense regenerative potential and resilience really are .
The best possible outcome I can imagine is that you will learn , as I have , to experience deeper awe and gratitude for what already is : this miracle of our incarnation and the planet that continually nourishes and supports everything in our lives .
Sayer Ji , Regenerate .
The miraculous and the natural are not at odds with each other .
They are one and the same .
You must know that when you are praying @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for a natural outcome , for the most natural outcome of all .
Your understanding of miracles needs to become organic .
Then you will understand .
Strand & Finn , The Way of the Rose .
Julia Parsell is a Certified Holistic Health Counselor with an emphasis on the intersection of science and the sacred .
She writes from experiences and transformative understandings that have led her to an authentic and peaceful life .
She goes by these names : wife , daughter , grandmother , mother , sister , aunt , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ As home educator of her three children , she also developed/ran cafes , and maintained various leadership roles within her community .
Her greatest desire is to encourage others to live life fully .
Her passions are family , art creation , writing , and trail blazing .
She is happily married in Western North Carolina .
Tags : `` featured '' , Gregg Braden , miracles , The Power of Now , The Way of the Rose

Have you witnessed any miracles? This was the prompt in my DayOne Journal. I was happy to answer…..
Yes! More than I can count! Miracles happen everyday, they are the unseen heroes. The beauty deep within that goes undiscovered until one day they blossom. They live as seeds, then there they go blossoming into beauty!
When do Miracles Occur?
Miracles always happen in the present moment. They don’t happen in the regret and pain of yesterday or the worry and rear of tomorrow. They occur in real time, the now.
They seem super fantastic, but they disguise themselves as ordinary.
They seem illusive, yet they are right under our nose.
They seem magical, however they contain magic mixed with love, goodness, and hope.
They seem illusive, but they are scattered about as dust on the table.
They are often seen, but seldom recognized. That’s why we call them a miracle.
How Can I Limit a Miracle?
Break free from thoughts that keep you small, weak or powerless. Look for and expect the miraculous. Also, release judgement and attachment to the outcome. The surprise is part of the process, not the expectation.
Are They Accompanied by Signs?
Miracles happen all the time. For some reason we think they should come with fireworks. That happens, but not often. It is when the fireworks explode, a miracle is declared. But aren’t miracles more miraculous than that?
Yes, I see miracles everyday. The seed that pushes through the hard dirt or sidewalk and thrives. The weed that is left untended and becomes a beautiful flower or nourishing food. A smile that emerges beyond the tears. The heart that knows, really knows, that something is true. A hand that reaches out and helps just when hope is fading.
Is a miracle really extraordinary, or is it the beauty part of living that makes our heart sing? The wonder of a sweet child, the song of a bird, the hug when least expected.
Shall I name these miracles, mine may be different than yours, but to each they are a miracle.
What Are Some Evidences of Miracles?
What about a deep inner knowing inspite of the evidence seen? What about peace that passes all understanding?
What about a life that is transformed with just a change of perspective?
Miracles, they are not ordinary but they are regular. They happen everyday. Look for them. Expect them.
My friend, when you change your thoughts and perspective, you change your life. We are all creative beings, capable of creating our heart’s desire.
Knowledge is power, take up arms with the power of knowledge.
Help is Here, from Present Day Sages
If miracles seem too far away, then possibly these may help.
Surrender to the grief, despair, fear, loneliness, or whatever form the suffering takes. Witness it without labeling it mentally. Allow it to be there. Embrace it. Then see how the miracle of surrender transmutes deep suffering into deep peace. Eckhart Tolle, The Power of Now.
We now find ourselves on the precipice of an amazing age of deep insight, where the full wisdom of the ancients, long encoded as remnants in myth and symbol, and leading-edge science in the New Biology and New Physics are coming into greater agreement and mutual validation of one another. I can only pray that by helping to uncover and share some of these insights that I have, in some small part, helped you find your way to a life of renewed vitality, insight, health, and joy so you can focus on what matters most in your life. At the very least, I hope you will walk away with greater confidence in just how amazing your body’s immense regenerative potential and resilience really are. The best possible outcome I can imagine is that you will learn, as I have, to experience deeper awe and gratitude for what already is: this miracle of our incarnation and the planet that continually nourishes and supports everything in our lives. Sayer Ji, Regenerate.
The miraculous and the natural are not at odds with each other. They are one and the same. You must know that when you are praying for a miracle, you are praying for a natural outcome, for the most natural outcome of all. Your understanding of miracles needs to become organic. Then you will understand. Strand & Finn, The Way of the Rose.
Julia Parsell is a Certified Holistic Health Counselor with an emphasis on the intersection of science and the sacred. She writes from experiences and transformative understandings that have led her to an authentic and peaceful life. She goes by these names: wife, daughter, grandmother, mother, sister, aunt, niece, cousin, and friend. As home educator of her three children, she also developed/ran cafes, and maintained various leadership roles within her community. Her greatest desire is to encourage others to live life fully. Her passions are family, art creation, writing, and trail blazing. She is happily married in Western North Carolina.


consciouslifenews--2020-05-25--“Let Go, Let God”: Words of Wisdom Amid a Crisis

Like many people , when the outbreak of COVID-19 reached North America I found myself glued to my computer following the latest news about the terrible virus .
Many questions from the media ’ s early coverage soon arose in my mind : • None Was the crisis being overblown by money-hungry corporate news outlets seeking to turn record profits ?
• None Have I already contracted the virus ?
• None Will my elderly parents avoid getting sick ?
• None Are world leaders really doing all they can to protect us from the pandemic ?
• None Should @ @ @ @ @ @ @ protect us or would we better off shifting that responsibility to individuals , families , and communities ?
• None How can I help to alleviate suffering for other people during this time ?
The questions went on and on and on .
Consequently , From the second week of March ( the start of social distancing ) right on through the first week of May , I spent countless hours reading everything on the web related to COVID-19 to gain a deeper understanding of this historic and consciousness-altering event .
After many @ @ @ @ @ @ @ upon by “ news binging ” , I finally realized that like millions of other people , I had become consumed by the endless emotion train of confusion , fear , paranoia and genuine sadness for the fate of humanity .
On the one hand , it is only natural for us all to want to know every developing detail about the pandemic and its cascading effects upon society .
After all , we are presently facing our generation ’ s greatest existential , public health , and economic crises ’ all at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ such heavy preoccupation with COVID-19 related news also has the unsettling tendency to pull us away from the present moment .
Every minute we spend obsessively surfing the web is a minute we waste living HERE NOW .
Is it wise for our own and our loved ones ’ safety to keep an eye on the latest developments ?
Absolutely !
However , there is a balance that must be maintained .
From a spiritual standpoint , it may be more beneficial for us to focus our awareness on soulfully rich activities that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Establishing daily routines built around positive and uplifting practices like meditation , nature walks and creative expression can go a long way in cultivating peace within ourselves that can effortlessly be shared with those who are suffering in these times .
My old meditation teacher , Dave Smith , used to have an awesome saying that helped his students let go of their anxious and fear-based thoughts during challenging life events : “ This is how it is now.
” Simple , yet profound .
Far from asking us to close our hearts @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a statement invites us to fully open our hearts through truly surrendering to what is… .
even if what we find is discomfort .
For that emotion , too , shall past .
Sitting in front of the computer or television set day after day reading every little tidbit of news on COVID 19 will only fill us with anxiety and make us unable to respond consciously to this crisis .
When I sat down to write this piece , I became aware of my own hypocrisy on this point .
So , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ morning with a 30-minute meditation rather than pick up my computer and work myself up into a frenzy over the latest frightening news .
For me , this was an empowering decision as it showed that I can in fact control my mind ( I was beginning to doubt myself ! )
and find some semblance of inner peace amid a fearful climate of sickness and poverty .
If I can empower myself , then you can certainly do it too !
Maybe , in addition to my beloved meditation teacher ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ one that is just as relevant to the times we live in… .
“ Let Go , Let God ” .
Tags : affirmations to let go , COVID-19 Crisis , COVID-19 pandemic , let go let god , words of wisdom , words of wisdom amid a crisis

By Forrest Rivers
Like many people, when the outbreak of COVID-19 reached North America I found myself glued to my computer following the latest news about the terrible virus. Many questions from the media’s early coverage soon arose in my mind:
Was the crisis being overblown by money-hungry corporate news outlets seeking to turn record profits?
Have I already contracted the virus?
Will my elderly parents avoid getting sick?
Are world leaders really doing all they can to protect us from the pandemic?
Should we even look to our governments to protect us or would we better off shifting that responsibility to individuals, families, and communities?
How can I help to alleviate suffering for other people during this time?
The questions went on and on and on. Consequently, From the second week of March (the start of social distancing) right on through the first week of May, I spent countless hours reading everything on the web related to COVID-19 to gain a deeper understanding of this historic and consciousness-altering event. After many weeks of having near anxiety attacks brought upon by “news binging”, I finally realized that like millions of other people, I had become consumed by the endless emotion train of confusion, fear, paranoia and genuine sadness for the fate of humanity. On the one hand, it is only natural for us all to want to know every developing detail about the pandemic and its cascading effects upon society. After all, we are presently facing our generation’s greatest existential, public health, and economic crises’ all at once! On the other hand, such heavy preoccupation with COVID-19 related news also has the unsettling tendency to pull us away from the present moment.
Every minute we spend obsessively surfing the web is a minute we waste living HERE NOW. Is it wise for our own and our loved ones’ safety to keep an eye on the latest developments? Absolutely! However, there is a balance that must be maintained. From a spiritual standpoint, it may be more beneficial for us to focus our awareness on soulfully rich activities that increase our overall sense of well-being. Establishing daily routines built around positive and uplifting practices like meditation, nature walks and creative expression can go a long way in cultivating peace within ourselves that can effortlessly be shared with those who are suffering in these times. My old meditation teacher, Dave Smith, used to have an awesome saying that helped his students let go of their anxious and fear-based thoughts during challenging life events: “This is how it is now.” Simple, yet profound. Far from asking us to close our hearts in response to this crisis, such a statement invites us to fully open our hearts through truly surrendering to what is…. even if what we find is discomfort. For that emotion, too, shall past.
Sitting in front of the computer or television set day after day reading every little tidbit of news on COVID 19 will only fill us with anxiety and make us unable to respond consciously to this crisis. When I sat down to write this piece, I became aware of my own hypocrisy on this point. So, I made the choice to begin each morning with a 30-minute meditation rather than pick up my computer and work myself up into a frenzy over the latest frightening news. For me, this was an empowering decision as it showed that I can in fact control my mind (I was beginning to doubt myself!) and find some semblance of inner peace amid a fearful climate of sickness and poverty. If I can empower myself, then you can certainly do it too! Maybe, in addition to my beloved meditation teacher’s mantra we can also adopt a second one that is just as relevant to the times we live in…. “Let Go, Let God”.


consciouslifenews--2020-05-25--Building Running Endurance: What Does It Take?

Did you know that running is , hands down , one of the most effective ways to burn calories ?
It 'll help you burn more calories than hiking , swimming , rowing , cycling , and more .
But it 's not always easy to kickstart a running routine .
Before you can start to see the benefits of it , you 'll need to begin by building running endurance .
And it can take some time to do this , especially if it 's been a while now since the last time you went out for a jog @ @ @ @ @ @ @ endurance by taking the right steps , though .
As long as you work on increasing endurance each and every time you head out for a run , it wo n't be long before you 're running five miles—or more !
—without breaking a sweat or running out of breath .
Let 's take a closer look at the steps you 'll need to take to build running endurance .
Begin by Committing Yourself to Running We 're not going to sit here and lie to you : The first few weeks of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be very much fun .
You 're going to have to get into the habit of pushing yourself early and often to increase running stamina .
With this in mind , you 're going to need to make sure that you 're 100 % committed to running before you start doing it .
Otherwise , it 's going to be very easy for you to call it quits the first time a dreaded side stitch strikes .
Think about why you want to run and what you 're hoping to get out of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you to push through the tough times and build running endurance when you have an end goal or , better yet , a series of end goals in mind at all times .
Get Your Hands on the Right Running Gear One of the ways to get yourself more excited about running and building running endurance is by investing in the right running gear .
There are all kinds of things that you can buy to keep yourself comfortable when you 're out on a run .
Here is just some of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ before you start going on regular runs : You should also think about picking up a nice pair of headphones so that you can listen to a running playlist while you run .
Music is a great way to increase running stamina .
Years ago , people who enjoyed running usually brought Walkmans along with them to listen to music along the way .
But these days , they often carry their smartphones with them when they run to play music .
If you 're going to do this , you should consider @ @ @ @ @ @ @ two running apps .
At this point , there are dozens of apps out there that you can use to improve your runs and make the most of them .
There are some apps that will track how far you run , what your running pace is , and how many calories you burn while running .
There are others that are designed to help those who are trying to build up their running endurance over time .
You should try and find one that is set up to make it slightly easier @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
These apps will show you how to go from not running at all to running several times a week and increasing your distances over time .
You 're not going to go from sitting on your couch every single day and not exercising at all to running five miles three times a week .
It 's just not possible for you to do this , even if you 're still on the younger side and in decent shape despite your lack of exercise .
Instead , you should set small—very small—goals for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ running endurance and strive to achieve them .
It 's the only way you 're going to feel like you 're making any progress at the start .
If you download the right app , it 'll help set goals for you and congratulate you when you achieve them .
But even without an app , you can come up with small goals that will be easy enough to hit .
For instance , you might want to start things off by jogging for 30 seconds at a time and then walking for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that with relative ease , you can then move it up to jogging for 60 seconds at a time and then walking for 60 seconds .
By setting small goals like this , you 'll find it to be much easier to build running endurance .
You 'll feel yourself getting stronger every time you go out for a run .
Find Someone to Go Running With You Do you know someone who might be interested in running with you ?
If so , do n't be afraid to ask them to tag @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can .
It can be difficult to motivate yourself to run on a regular basis when you 're just getting started .
You 'll have to dig really deep to find motivation on some days when you 're running alone .
But when you have a running buddy , they 'll be right there by your side providing you with a boost whenever you need it .
And when they 're having a rough day running , you 'll be there for them to set them up with the motivation they need to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Properly Hydrated and Fueled Up for Running According to recent surveys , about 80 % of Americans admit to not drinking enough water day in and day out .
You might be able to get away with not taking in enough water if you do n't get much exercise .
But you 're not going to be able to do it if you plan on running a few times every week .
It 'll be essential for you to drink as much water as you can .
It 'll also be essential for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ before and after a run to keep your body fueled up .
Some good pre-running foods include : You might also want to work some supplements into the mix that are designed for distance runners .
Visit https : //umbrellalabs.is to see one that might work well for you when you 're building running endurance .
Learn How to Control Your Breathing While Running When you 're out on a run , it 's very important for you to make sure that you 're breathing properly to give your body enough access to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ good breathing techniques , your body is going to feel more fatigued than it should , which will prevent you from increasing running stamina like you want to .
Generally speaking , the faster that you 're running , the faster that you should be breathing .
Some people will try and hold their breath while they run in an effort to push themselves harder .
But all that does is make it more difficult for them to keep up their pace since they start to feel fatigued in no time .
Using @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to happen right away when you first start running .
You 'll need to build up your running endurance so that you 're able to get the proper amount of breaths in as you run .
It 's why starting slow and trying to accomplish small goals first is so vital .
It 'll help you to gradually build up your endurance so that you can begin to breathe easier while you run .
Switch Up Your Pace While Running From Time to Time When you first start up a new running routine @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a slow pace and build upon it over time .
If you come out running too fast , you 're going to burn through all your available energy at once and struggle to maintain any sort of pace .
For at least the first few weeks , you should concentrate solely on working your way up to a normal pace .
Do n't worry too much about switching up your pace while you run .
It 's not going to yield good results since you 'll still be whipping your body into shape @ @ @ @ @ @ @ comfortable running , though , it 's a good idea to start switching up your pace while you run .
You can run hard for 30 or even 60 seconds at a time before slowing your pace up and taking it easy to give your body time to recharge .
By going back and forth between different paces , you 'll push your body in a new way and see favorable results .
You 'll notice that your endurance will begin to get so much better when you 're constantly shifting gears and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ direction .
Again , this is not something that you necessarily want to do as soon as you start up a running routine .
Your body is n't going to be equipped to handle too many changes of pace and will break down on you if you 're not careful .
But once you get the hang of running and can run for longer stretches of time without walking , you should be able to adjust your pace on the fly and build on your endurance .
Look for Other Ways to Exercise @ @ @ @ @ @ @ endurance over the course of a few months simply by running if that 's all you want to do .
But if you can swing it , you should also think about trying to work some other forms of exercise into your life .
Cross-training is one of the main keys to building up your endurance .
By doing a bunch of different kinds of exercises , you can make the various muscles in your legs stronger and give them the power they need to push you through almost any run .
Some @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to build up your endurance include swimming , weightlifting , and cycling .
You might also want to consider signing up for fitness classes that will call for you to hop , skip , and jump around and get your blood pumping .
Staying active is the name of the game when your goal is building running endurance .
You should avoid overdoing it and give your muscles the time they need to heal .
But you should also try to do different types of exercises to get yourself into the best shape @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to Stay Motivated to Run As we alluded to earlier , there are going to be times when you 're not going to feel motivated to run .
It 'll seem like you 're not making any progress at all , even though you 're clearly building running endurance .
One of the best ways to get yourself over the hump and maintain your motivation is by tracking your progress over time .
It 'll feel so good when you see that you 've gone from running just 0.4 miles without walking to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on and so forth .
If you decide to use an app to map your runs , rely on it to keep track of your statistics .
Or if you do n't use an app , write your running stats down on your own .
By monitoring your progress , you 'll see how much stronger you 've gotten over time and find the motivation you need to go on your next run .
It 's impossible to build up your running endurance overnight .
It can take days , weeks , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ results as far as running endurance is concerned .
But you should n't let that stop you from starting a running routine and putting your best foot forward .
By following the tips found here , you can start building running endurance right away and transform yourself into a respectable runner .
Would you like to learn about the many benefits that will come along with running regularly ?
Read through the running articles on our blog to see why you should start running today .

Did you know that running is, hands down, one of the most effective ways to burn calories? It'll help you burn more calories than hiking, swimming, rowing, cycling, and more.
But it's not always easy to kickstart a running routine. Before you can start to see the benefits of it, you'll need to begin by building running endurance. And it can take some time to do this, especially if it's been a while now since the last time you went out for a jog.
It's possible to build running endurance by taking the right steps, though. As long as you work on increasing endurance each and every time you head out for a run, it won't be long before you're running five miles—or more!—without breaking a sweat or running out of breath.
Let's take a closer look at the steps you'll need to take to build running endurance.
Begin by Committing Yourself to Running
We're not going to sit here and lie to you: The first few weeks of building running endurance are not going to be very much fun. You're going to have to get into the habit of pushing yourself early and often to increase running stamina.
With this in mind, you're going to need to make sure that you're 100% committed to running before you start doing it. Otherwise, it's going to be very easy for you to call it quits the first time a dreaded side stitch strikes.
Think about why you want to run and what you're hoping to get out of it. It'll be easier for you to push through the tough times and build running endurance when you have an end goal or, better yet, a series of end goals in mind at all times.
Get Your Hands on the Right Running Gear
One of the ways to get yourself more excited about running and building running endurance is by investing in the right running gear. There are all kinds of things that you can buy to keep yourself comfortable when you're out on a run.
Here is just some of the running gear that you should consider buying before you start going on regular runs:
Running sneakers
Running socks
Running tights
Running shirts
Running gloves
Running hats
You should also think about picking up a nice pair of headphones so that you can listen to a running playlist while you run. Music is a great way to increase running stamina.
Consider Downloading a Running-Related App
Years ago, people who enjoyed running usually brought Walkmans along with them to listen to music along the way. But these days, they often carry their smartphones with them when they run to play music.
If you're going to do this, you should consider loading your smartphone up with one or two running apps. At this point, there are dozens of apps out there that you can use to improve your runs and make the most of them.
There are some apps that will track how far you run, what your running pace is, and how many calories you burn while running. There are others that are designed to help those who are trying to build up their running endurance over time.
You should try and find one that is set up to make it slightly easier for you to go about increasing endurance. These apps will show you how to go from not running at all to running several times a week and increasing your distances over time.
Set Small Running Goals at the Start
You're not going to go from sitting on your couch every single day and not exercising at all to running five miles three times a week. It's just not possible for you to do this, even if you're still on the younger side and in decent shape despite your lack of exercise.
Instead, you should set small—very small—goals for yourself when you're working on building running endurance and strive to achieve them. It's the only way you're going to feel like you're making any progress at the start.
If you download the right app, it'll help set goals for you and congratulate you when you achieve them. But even without an app, you can come up with small goals that will be easy enough to hit.
For instance, you might want to start things off by jogging for 30 seconds at a time and then walking for 30 seconds. Once you can do that with relative ease, you can then move it up to jogging for 60 seconds at a time and then walking for 60 seconds.
By setting small goals like this, you'll find it to be much easier to build running endurance. You'll feel yourself getting stronger every time you go out for a run.
Find Someone to Go Running With You
Do you know someone who might be interested in running with you? If so, don't be afraid to ask them to tag along on runs as often as you can.
It can be difficult to motivate yourself to run on a regular basis when you're just getting started. You'll have to dig really deep to find motivation on some days when you're running alone.
But when you have a running buddy, they'll be right there by your side providing you with a boost whenever you need it. And when they're having a rough day running, you'll be there for them to set them up with the motivation they need to keep going.
Make Sure You're Properly Hydrated and Fueled Up for Running
According to recent surveys, about 80% of Americans admit to not drinking enough water day in and day out.
You might be able to get away with not taking in enough water if you don't get much exercise. But you're not going to be able to do it if you plan on running a few times every week. It'll be essential for you to drink as much water as you can.
It'll also be essential for you to eat the right foods both before and after a run to keep your body fueled up. Some good pre-running foods include:
Oatmeal
Bananas
Peanut butter
Meanwhile, some good post-running foods include:
Greek yogurt
Bagel
Protein shake
You might also want to work some supplements into the mix that are designed for distance runners. Visit https://umbrellalabs.is to see one that might work well for you when you're building running endurance.
Learn How to Control Your Breathing While Running
When you're out on a run, it's very important for you to make sure that you're breathing properly to give your body enough access to oxygen. If you don't develop good breathing techniques, your body is going to feel more fatigued than it should, which will prevent you from increasing running stamina like you want to.
Generally speaking, the faster that you're running, the faster that you should be breathing. Some people will try and hold their breath while they run in an effort to push themselves harder. But all that does is make it more difficult for them to keep up their pace since they start to feel fatigued in no time.
Using the right breathing techniques isn't going to happen right away when you first start running. You'll need to build up your running endurance so that you're able to get the proper amount of breaths in as you run.
It's why starting slow and trying to accomplish small goals first is so vital. It'll help you to gradually build up your endurance so that you can begin to breathe easier while you run.
Switch Up Your Pace While Running From Time to Time
When you first start up a new running routine, it's smart to begin with a slow pace and build upon it over time. If you come out running too fast, you're going to burn through all your available energy at once and struggle to maintain any sort of pace.
For at least the first few weeks, you should concentrate solely on working your way up to a normal pace. Don't worry too much about switching up your pace while you run. It's not going to yield good results since you'll still be whipping your body into shape.
Once you begin to feel more comfortable running, though, it's a good idea to start switching up your pace while you run. You can run hard for 30 or even 60 seconds at a time before slowing your pace up and taking it easy to give your body time to recharge.
By going back and forth between different paces, you'll push your body in a new way and see favorable results. You'll notice that your endurance will begin to get so much better when you're constantly shifting gears and throwing new challenges in your body's direction.
Again, this is not something that you necessarily want to do as soon as you start up a running routine. Your body isn't going to be equipped to handle too many changes of pace and will break down on you if you're not careful.
But once you get the hang of running and can run for longer stretches of time without walking, you should be able to adjust your pace on the fly and build on your endurance.
Look for Other Ways to Exercise Outside of Running
You can increase your endurance over the course of a few months simply by running if that's all you want to do. But if you can swing it, you should also think about trying to work some other forms of exercise into your life.
Cross-training is one of the main keys to building up your endurance. By doing a bunch of different kinds of exercises, you can make the various muscles in your legs stronger and give them the power they need to push you through almost any run.
Some good exercises to do if you want to build up your endurance include swimming, weightlifting, and cycling. You might also want to consider signing up for fitness classes that will call for you to hop, skip, and jump around and get your blood pumping.
Staying active is the name of the game when your goal is building running endurance. You should avoid overdoing it and give your muscles the time they need to heal. But you should also try to do different types of exercises to get yourself into the best shape possible.
Track the Progress You Make to Stay Motivated to Run
As we alluded to earlier, there are going to be times when you're not going to feel motivated to run. It'll seem like you're not making any progress at all, even though you're clearly building running endurance.
One of the best ways to get yourself over the hump and maintain your motivation is by tracking your progress over time. It'll feel so good when you see that you've gone from running just 0.4 miles without walking to running 2.7 miles without walking and so on and so forth.
If you decide to use an app to map your runs, rely on it to keep track of your statistics. Or if you don't use an app, write your running stats down on your own.
By monitoring your progress, you'll see how much stronger you've gotten over time and find the motivation you need to go on your next run.
Follow These Steps to Start Building Running Endurance
It's impossible to build up your running endurance overnight. It can take days, weeks, and even months of running to see real results as far as running endurance is concerned.
But you shouldn't let that stop you from starting a running routine and putting your best foot forward. By following the tips found here, you can start building running endurance right away and transform yourself into a respectable runner.
Would you like to learn about the many benefits that will come along with running regularly? Read through the running articles on our blog to see why you should start running today.


consciouslifenews--2020-05-25--Morning Inspiration: How To Push Past The Pain and Achieve (Motivational Video)

When life can no longer threaten you with death , your fears will subside and you 'll be able to @ @ @ @ @ achieve more .
Learn to work your best even when tempted to feel sorry for @ @ @ @ @ I do n't think complaining and whining really solves the problem .
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“I don't think complaining and whining really solves the problem. This is Jackie Robinson, the first Black major leaguer, had it in his contract not to complain if people spit on him. Now I don't care if you're Jackie Robinson or if you're a guy like me who only has got a couple of months to live; you can chose to take your finite time and energy and effort and you can spend it complaining or you can spend it playing the game hard.”
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consciouslifenews--2020-05-25--11 of the Best Healthcare Jobs to Pursue

If you 're thinking of a career in healthcare , it 's good to know the best healthcare jobs .
More than likely you 'll spend your most professional life working as a medic or a physician .
So starting on the right foot can enable you to settle and focus on growing your career .
For starters , healthcare jobs are more of a calling .
You 'll be in a position to help people and that in itself can be extremely fulfilling .
Most of the careers here stimulate you to advance your skills and enjoy steady pay @ @ @ @ @ @ @ industry confirms you 're in the right field .
So , what are the best healthcare jobs to pursue today ?
Keep reading to find out .
Physicians and surgeons top the list being the highest paying medical jobs .
Recent data shows a surgeon or a physician can earn up to median average pay of $ 208,000 .
But you must commit a lot of time and effort to meet the required certifications to become a doctor .
Usually , one must attend med school for four years .
Then , intern @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's certification .
At expected growth rates of 7 % between 2018-2028 , these professions are worth your time .
As a dentist , your role is to get people to enjoy smiling and improve their oral hygiene .
It may sound a very specified job but it will take you more than four years in dental school to become a dentist .
It 's one of the best healthcare jobs in which you can start with a quick certification to work as a dental assistant .
Ultimate Medical Academy offers a dental @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the profession .
With a doctoral degree , you can secure an entry-level dentist position .
You 'll enjoy more flexibility and a ton of career growth opportunities as a dentist .
Consider opening your dental clinic or expanding into dental cosmetics surgery Slow employment growth rates in the pharmacy industry should n't put you off becoming a pharmacist .
Sometimes this profession witnesses competition from e-commerce .
But it still ranks as one of the best healthcare jobs to pursue .
Pharmacists dispense , review , check or oversee physician prescriptions .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ or research industries .
This makes pharmacy a diverse and flexible career .
Based on earnings , pharmacy is one of the top-paying medical jobs .
If you need a work-life balance , you 're able to work in shifts given pharmacy services are in demand 24/7 .
As a podiatrist , you 're a foot med expert treating ulcers , sports injuries and nerve damages .
Like other highest-paying healthcare jobs , you 'll need a doctoral degree and certifications .
Podiatrists attract handsome pay , which averages $ 129,550 annually .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ high diversifying ability .
If you love sports and medicare , you can work in sports medicine .
You can also specialize in dermatology , diabetes , pediatric care or neurologic foot problems .
While doctors top the list of best healthcare jobs , they ca n't be effective without nurses .
Nurses are incredibly instrumental in providing treatment and medicare to patients .
Today , they have become a pillar of the healthcare system and their certification requirements are tighter .
For guaranteed employment as a nurse , you should hold a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can help you to secure an entry-level position .
The NCLEX-RN exam enables you to become a licensed nurse .
Optometrists attend to eye disorders .
Given the high number of aging baby boomers , the career is likely to boom soon .
Eye problems worsen with age .
With 73 million people entering senior age , it 's an excellent healthcare career to pursue .
Optometrists must have a Doctor of Optometrists degree before getting state licensing .
Some states may need clinical certification to issue a practicing license .
If you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ medic , the profession can suit you .
You 're able to operate your practice and enjoy a better work-life balance .
If you want to avoid burnout and explore healthcare , consider becoming a physician assistant .
You 'll be able to work with physicians in any chosen medical specialty to suit your lifestyle .
You can work in Oncology for three years and switch to pediatrics to refresh yourself .
Your roles will include examining patients , prescribing medications , and recommending the right specialist .
Despite the freedom , you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a doctor .
Yet , the career is still one of the best healthcare jobs .
Physician assistants can command earnings of up to $ 112,260 per year .
With an increased need for innovation , biomedical engineers are now vital in healthcare .
It can be your best healthcare job if you have strong analytical and problem-solving skills .
As a biomedical engineer , you wo n't attend to patients directly .
But you 'll work to ensure they get healthier quicker .
Your roles will be to make diagnosing and prostheses @ @ @ @ @ @ @ surgical robotic arms .
Medical facilities need a healthcare executive to plan and coordinate operations .
Healthcare executives bring leadership and multitask to ensure efficiency .
It can be impossible to run a hospital or clinic without administrators .
Thus , there is a high demand for respective professionals .
Healthcare executives need a bachelor 's degree , administrative experience and state licensure .
Veterinary is the best healthcare job for animal lovers .
Apart from an excellent salary , veterinarians also enjoy professional independence .
You may start your career in an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
While working as a vet , you can expect a lot of enjoyable activities .
Every day brings a different animal to treat .
Plus , your customers may become your new community .
You 'll be able to interact with many animal lovers , share experiences , and educate them on animal care .
Physical therapists help patients to move or reduce pain after a disease or an injury .
It 's one of the fastest expanding careers .
Job outlook statistics project the profession to grow by 22 % between @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you 're likely to find the career enjoyable and fulfilling .
You 'll work closely with patients , and the helping aspect can increase personal satisfaction .
You can also choose your favorite location , working setting , or become an entrepreneur .
What Are the Best Healthcare Jobs to Pursue ?
You now have enough best healthcare career options to guide your career choice .
Take your time to select one that matches your interests , strengths , and passions .
The best healthcare jobs should offer growth potential and a work-life @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , check out our blog .

If you're thinking of a career in healthcare, it's good to know the best healthcare jobs. More than likely you'll spend your most professional life working as a medic or a physician. So starting on the right foot can enable you to settle and focus on growing your career.
For starters, healthcare jobs are more of a calling. You'll be in a position to help people and that in itself can be extremely fulfilling. Most of the careers here stimulate you to advance your skills and enjoy steady pay.
The anticipated growth rate in this industry confirms you're in the right field. So, what are the best healthcare jobs to pursue today? Keep reading to find out.
1. Physicians and Surgeons
Physicians and surgeons top the list being the highest paying medical jobs. Recent data shows a surgeon or a physician can earn up to median average pay of $208,000.
But you must commit a lot of time and effort to meet the required certifications to become a doctor. Usually, one must attend med school for four years. Then, intern for three years to earn a physician's certification. At expected growth rates of 7% between 2018-2028, these professions are worth your time.
2. Dentists
As a dentist, your role is to get people to enjoy smiling and improve their oral hygiene. It may sound a very specified job but it will take you more than four years in dental school to become a dentist.
It's one of the best healthcare jobs in which you can start with a quick certification to work as a dental assistant. Ultimate Medical Academy offers a dental assistant program that can transit you into the profession.
With a doctoral degree, you can secure an entry-level dentist position. You'll enjoy more flexibility and a ton of career growth opportunities as a dentist. Consider opening your dental clinic or expanding into dental cosmetics surgery
3. Pharmacist
Slow employment growth rates in the pharmacy industry shouldn't put you off becoming a pharmacist. Sometimes this profession witnesses competition from e-commerce. But it still ranks as one of the best healthcare jobs to pursue.
Pharmacists dispense, review, check or oversee physician prescriptions. They can divert to retail, clinical or research industries. This makes pharmacy a diverse and flexible career.
Based on earnings, pharmacy is one of the top-paying medical jobs. If you need a work-life balance, you're able to work in shifts given pharmacy services are in demand 24/7.
4. Podiatrists
As a podiatrist, you're a foot med expert treating ulcers, sports injuries and nerve damages. Like other highest-paying healthcare jobs, you'll need a doctoral degree and certifications.
Podiatrists attract handsome pay, which averages $129,550 annually. They also have vast career freedom and high diversifying ability.
If you love sports and medicare, you can work in sports medicine. You can also specialize in dermatology, diabetes, pediatric care or neurologic foot problems.
5. Nurse Anesthetists, Nurse Practitioners, Nurse-Midwives
While doctors top the list of best healthcare jobs, they can't be effective without nurses. Nurses are incredibly instrumental in providing treatment and medicare to patients. Today, they have become a pillar of the healthcare system and their certification requirements are tighter.
For guaranteed employment as a nurse, you should hold a nursing degree. Sometimes a nursing diploma can help you to secure an entry-level position. The NCLEX-RN exam enables you to become a licensed nurse.
6. Optometrists
Optometrists attend to eye disorders. Given the high number of aging baby boomers, the career is likely to boom soon. Eye problems worsen with age. With 73 million people entering senior age, it's an excellent healthcare career to pursue.
Optometrists must have a Doctor of Optometrists degree before getting state licensing. Some states may need clinical certification to issue a practicing license.
If you're thinking of working as a self-employed medic, the profession can suit you. You're able to operate your practice and enjoy a better work-life balance.
7. Physician Assistants
If you want to avoid burnout and explore healthcare, consider becoming a physician assistant. You'll be able to work with physicians in any chosen medical specialty to suit your lifestyle. You can work in Oncology for three years and switch to pediatrics to refresh yourself.
Your roles will include examining patients, prescribing medications, and recommending the right specialist. Despite the freedom, you must always work under the lead of a doctor. Yet, the career is still one of the best healthcare jobs. Physician assistants can command earnings of up to $112,260 per year.
8. Biomedical Engineer
With an increased need for innovation, biomedical engineers are now vital in healthcare. It can be your best healthcare job if you have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
As a biomedical engineer, you won't attend to patients directly. But you'll work to ensure they get healthier quicker. Your roles will be to make diagnosing and prostheses better. Think to design and engineer surgical robotic arms.
9. Medical and Health Services Manager
Medical facilities need a healthcare executive to plan and coordinate operations. Healthcare executives bring leadership and multitask to ensure efficiency.
It can be impossible to run a hospital or clinic without administrators. Thus, there is a high demand for respective professionals. Healthcare executives need a bachelor's degree, administrative experience and state licensure.
10. Veterinarians
Veterinary is the best healthcare job for animal lovers. Apart from an excellent salary, veterinarians also enjoy professional independence. You may start your career in an established clinic and later run your practice.
While working as a vet, you can expect a lot of enjoyable activities. Every day brings a different animal to treat. Plus, your customers may become your new community. You'll be able to interact with many animal lovers, share experiences, and educate them on animal care.
11. Physical Therapists
Physical therapists help patients to move or reduce pain after a disease or an injury. It's one of the fastest expanding careers. Job outlook statistics project the profession to grow by 22% between 2018-2028.
As a physical therapist, you're likely to find the career enjoyable and fulfilling. You'll work closely with patients, and the helping aspect can increase personal satisfaction. You can also choose your favorite location, working setting, or become an entrepreneur.
What Are the Best Healthcare Jobs to Pursue?
You now have enough best healthcare career options to guide your career choice. Take your time to select one that matches your interests, strengths, and passions. The best healthcare jobs should offer growth potential and a work-life balance.
For more tips and advice, check out our blog.