consciouslifenews--2020-12-19--Prayer Flags of Hope Set to Soothe Community Anxiety

A recent initiative to rekindle hope and celebration in our beautiful community of Barrydale , South Africa , has resulted in 944 prayer flags being made by the children of our disadvantaged community along with residents and local artists alike .
In combination with this uplifting flag installation , the team at Net vir Pret worked with the University of the Western Cape and their Centre for Humanities Research to bring the world , Reboot Eden : Celebrating Ten Years of Puppetry in Barrydale .
The prayer flag committee first met early August of this year to brainstorm a way @ @ @ @ @ @ @ creative and positive way , and this is what transpired… Article below published by News62 by journalist , Mickey Mentz .
Barrydale streets to be decorated with 944 Prayer Flags of Hope They set out to create something positive , something artistic , something creative , something that the whole community could be involved in and as a result of an astounding group effort , 944 Prayer Flags of Hope will line the streets of Barrydale from 14 to 19 December .
The children and interns of charity orginisation Net vir Pret painted @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of their teacher , Cherie Dirksen , while the rest of the contributions came from local artists , businesses and villagers .
In fact , to illustrate just how village-focused this initiative became , we can today reveal that radio presenter turned axe-man Rueben “ the screwman ” Hart serves on the hanging committee .
Earlier this year Rueben played his axe in the Dung Beetle and Country Pumpkin restaurants and he is now part of the flag hanging committee that will in charge of decorating the Karoo Art Hotel and other places @ @ @ @ @ @ @ brainchild of the prime genial Mez Karoo Kitchen owner Michelle Berry who , during the early days of lockdown , rediscovered a box of prayer flags she had made for a Barrydale in Bloom celebration of years gone by .
She instinctively knew it would be of great value and relevance as the world entered a strange space in time .
With her foresight a group of about 40 people united and focused their energy on sending out a message of optimism during the most uncertain winter in human history .
She was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ had approached to help with this idea had jumped at the chance to contribute .
One of the first persons was Cherie and subsequently her under privileged art students became involved .
From sometimes unsung heroes at Net vir Pret like Herman Witbooi and Clarisa Esau to seaming sensations Richard Panaino and Katye Lovegrove , the willingness to contribute was overwhelming .
Even the local poetry society pitched in and their work will form part of the 10 flags from the town ’ s artists that will be on display at the Karoo @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fitting reminder that the Barrydale Art Meander will a lso be in full swing during this time .
“ It was a real community effort and we owe a lot of gratitude for a lot of people , ” Michelle added .
She highlighted that a donation of table runner material by Arran Bastable of Barrydale Hand Weavers was very generous indeed and with the contribution from Colour Screen Fabric Paint in Cape Town they were all set for action .
As always , Ant Chidrawi of The Hub also contributed in his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ no charge .
Gari had just completed a compilation of 10-years of music Net vir Pret created as part of their annual Puppet Parade .
“ There was a general consensus that we wanted this project to be about hope and celebration of last 10 years of Net vir Pret , but we did not expect this sad setback , ” Cherie explained .
Cherie made it her task to ensure that that flags representing the love that exists for the mentor Gari were created and that in doing so , the music @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
She fought off her tears when she explained just how moving this final tribute to a much loved turned out to be .
The 944 Prayer Flags of Hope that were created will be sold in bundles of 20 from the Magpie Art Gallery on December 19 and should any of these reasonably priced items go unsold , they will be utilised for 2021 celebrations .
All proceeds wil go to Net vir Pret .
Michelle noted that the flags will not be expensive and that Cherie might as well brace herself @ @ @ @ @ @ @ great volumes of excellence .
Cherie unofficially confirmed that they would double the number of hand crafted flags next year and fully supported the idea of creating these decorative gems annually .
“ I was taken aback with Michelle ’ s idea and I immediately thought this could become a yearly event.
” Article by Mickey Mentz and published on News62 Now would n't it be great if YOU could start a prayer flag initiative in YOUR community ?
Let prayer flags and messages of love , hope and unity go viral globally @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pictures of the giant puppets and some of the flags that will be on display :

A recent initiative to rekindle hope and celebration in our beautiful community of Barrydale, South Africa, has resulted in 944 prayer flags being made by the children of our disadvantaged community along with residents and local artists alike.
In combination with this uplifting flag installation, the team at Net vir Pret worked with the University of the Western Cape and their Centre for Humanities Research to bring the world, Reboot Eden: Celebrating Ten Years of Puppetry in Barrydale.
Facebook account to tune in and watch these incredible life-size puppets in action! Reboot Eden will be an online program of four new puppet performances that will be available online from the 16th -19th December 2020, so follow theirto tune in and watch these incredible life-size puppets in action!
The prayer flag committee first met early August of this year to brainstorm a way to bring the community together in a creative and positive way, and this is what transpired…
Article below published by News62 by journalist, Mickey Mentz.
They set out to create something positive, something artistic, something creative, something that the whole community could be involved in and as a result of an astounding group effort, 944 Prayer Flags of Hope will line the streets of Barrydale from 14 to 19 December.
The children and interns of charity orginisation Net vir Pret painted most of the flags under the guidance of their teacher, Cherie Dirksen, while the rest of the contributions came from local artists, businesses and villagers.
In fact, to illustrate just how village-focused this initiative became, we can today reveal that radio presenter turned axe-man Rueben “the screwman” Hart serves on the hanging committee.
Earlier this year Rueben played his axe in the Dung Beetle and Country Pumpkin restaurants and he is now part of the flag hanging committee that will in charge of decorating the Karoo Art Hotel and other places of interest.
The project is the brainchild of the prime genial Mez Karoo Kitchen owner Michelle Berry who, during the early days of lockdown, rediscovered a box of prayer flags she had made for a Barrydale in Bloom celebration of years gone by.
She instinctively knew it would be of great value and relevance as the world entered a strange space in time.
With her foresight a group of about 40 people united and focused their energy on sending out a message of optimism during the most uncertain winter in human history.
“A prayer flag has a positive connotation and during this time we thought it would be appropriate to do something that brings hope and reminds of the dreams we have,” said Michelle.
She was quick to point out that everyone she had approached to help with this idea had jumped at the chance to contribute. One of the first persons was Cherie and subsequently her under privileged art students became involved.
From sometimes unsung heroes at Net vir Pret like Herman Witbooi and Clarisa Esau to seaming sensations Richard Panaino and Katye Lovegrove, the willingness to contribute was overwhelming.
Even the local poetry society pitched in and their work will form part of the 10 flags from the town’s artists that will be on display at the Karoo Art Hotel in what is a very fitting reminder that the Barrydale Art Meander will a
lso be in full swing during this time.
“It was a real community effort and we owe a lot of gratitude for a lot of people,” Michelle added.
She highlighted that a donation of table runner material by Arran Bastable of Barrydale Hand Weavers was very generous indeed and with the contribution from Colour Screen Fabric Paint in Cape Town they were all set for action.
As always, Ant Chidrawi of The Hub also contributed in his unique way by providing stencil work at no charge.
Flags of remembrance
Just a few weeks prior to the finalisation for the Prayer Flags of Hope, Net vir Pret and the community of Barrydale suffered a huge loss when beloved and respected music teacher Gari Crawford passed away following a stroke.
Gari had just completed a compilation of 10-years of music Net vir Pret created as part of their annual Puppet Parade.
“There was a general consensus that we wanted this project to be about hope and celebration of last 10 years of Net vir Pret, but we did not expect this sad setback,” Cherie explained.
Cherie made it her task to ensure that that flags representing the love that exists for the mentor Gari were created and that in doing so, the music maestro’s life would be celebrated. She fought off her tears when she explained just how moving this final tribute to a much loved turned out to be.
Flags can become part of annual event(s)
Due to Covid related reasons the annual Puppet Parade was cancelled, although some of the the puppets that donned the streets of Barrydale over a decade will be on display in pre recorded puppet shows that will be broadcast online at certain times as part of the Barrydale Art Meander (BAM).
The 944 Prayer Flags of Hope that were created will be sold in bundles of 20 from the Magpie Art Gallery on December 19 and should any of these reasonably priced items go unsold, they will be utilised for 2021 celebrations.
All proceeds wil go to Net vir Pret.
Michelle noted that the flags will not be expensive and that Cherie might as well brace herself for the pressure related to producing such great volumes of excellence.
Inspirational Prayer Flags of Hope
Cherie unofficially confirmed that they would double the number of hand crafted flags next year and fully supported the idea of creating these decorative gems annually.
“I was taken aback with Michelle’s idea and I immediately thought this could become a yearly event.”
“What a lovely theme for attracting tourism back to Barrydale. It is something positive, something artistic, something creative, something that a whole community can be involved with.” Cherie Dirksen
Article by Mickey Mentz and published on News62
Now wouldn't it be great if YOU could start a prayer flag initiative in YOUR community? Let prayer flags and messages of love, hope and unity go viral globally!
Below you'll find some more pictures of the giant puppets and some of the flags that will be on display:
Thanks for looking!


consciouslifenews--2020-12-19--WATCH THIS: Radical Regeneration: Birthing the New Human in the Age of Extinction | Andrew Harvey

In this incredibly positive and hopeful video about our collective future , Andrew Harvey offers the vision at the heart of his new book with Carolyn Baker , “ Radical Regeneration : Birthing the New Human in the Age of Extinction.
” Here are just a couple of key snippets from his talk : “ We are in the birth canal of a new species… The Great Secret has been kept secret for thousands of years because of its explosive nature .
And it is fundamentally this : Humanity is destined evolutionary to be divinized – to come into a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ beauty , creativity , passion , naked intensity of being… This great secret is the secret that you and I are children of the father-mother : utterly sacred , utterly holy in mind , heart , soul and body .
And , utterly one in the cells of body with the great , endlessly creative unified force field of the divine , which if we get into radical , naked , vibrant , devoted connection with it can transfigure us.
” We are livings through a definitive evolutionary crisis that demands of us @ @ @ @ @ @ @ work and of focused sacred activism .
Andrew will challenge you to accept both the horror and the amazing potential of our time and offer practices that build faith , clarity , courage , and stamina – including : radical humility , radical unknowing and sacred activism .
CLN Editor NOTE : Andrew makes some very brief statements about the current state of the world , including : humanity 's negative impact on the environment and species extinction , politics , Donald Trump , Greta Thunberg , Black Lives Matter , “ spiritual @ @ @ @ @ @ @ do NOT need to agree with everything he says .
Focus on the big picture that he presents .
If you are unable to do that , you have missed the entire point of his message , which is very , very positive .

Source: Theosophical Society
In this incredibly positive and hopeful video about our collective future, Andrew Harvey offers the vision at the heart of his new book with Carolyn Baker, “Radical Regeneration: Birthing the New Human in the Age of Extinction.” Here are just a couple of key snippets from his talk:
“We are in the birth canal of a new species… The Great Secret has been kept secret for thousands of years because of its explosive nature. And it is fundamentally this: Humanity is destined evolutionary to be divinized – to come into a wholly new level of divine empowerment, beauty, creativity, passion, naked intensity of being… This great secret is the secret that you and I are children of the father-mother: utterly sacred, utterly holy in mind, heart, soul and body. And, utterly one in the cells of body with the great, endlessly creative unified force field of the divine, which if we get into radical, naked, vibrant, devoted connection with it can transfigure us.”
We are livings through a definitive evolutionary crisis that demands of us an unparalleled response both of deep inner work and of focused sacred activism. Andrew will challenge you to accept both the horror and the amazing potential of our time and offer practices that build faith, clarity, courage, and stamina – including: radical humility, radical unknowing and sacred activism.
CLN Editor NOTE: Andrew makes some very brief statements about the current state of the world, including: humanity's negative impact on the environment and species extinction, politics, Donald Trump, Greta Thunberg, Black Lives Matter, “spiritual” people, and more. You do NOT need to agree with everything he says. Focus on the big picture that he presents. If you are unable to do that, you have missed the entire point of his message, which is very, very positive.


consciouslifenews--2020-12-18--An Avocado A Day Keeps Your Gut Microbes Happy

Eating avocado as part of your daily diet can help improve gut health , a new study from the University of Illinois shows .
Avocados are a healthy food that is high in dietary fiber and monounsaturated fat .
However , it was not clear how avocados impact the microbes in the gastrointestinal system or “ gut.
” “ We know eating avocados helps you feel full and reduces blood cholesterol concentration , but we did not know how it influences the gut microbes , and the metabolites the microbes produce , ” says Sharon Thompson , a graduate student @ @ @ @ @ @ @ U of I and lead author on the paper , published in the Journal of Nutrition .
The researchers found that people who ate avocado every day as part of a meal had a greater abundance of gut microbes that break down fiber and produce metabolites that support gut health .
They also had greater microbial diversity compared to people who did not receive the avocado meals in the study .
“ Microbial metabolites are compounds the microbes produce that influence health , ” Thompson says .
“ Avocado consumption reduced bile acids @ @ @ @ @ @ @ changes correlate with beneficial health outcomes.
” The study included 163 adults between 25 and 45 years of age with overweight or obese – defined as a BMI of at least 25 kg/m2 – but otherwise healthy .
They received one meal per day to consume as a replacement for either breakfast , lunch , or dinner .
One group consumed an avocado with each meal , while the control group consumed a similar meal but without the avocado .
The participants provided blood , urine , and fecal samples throughout the 12-week @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the provided meals they consumed , and every four weeks recorded everything they ate .
While other research on avocado consumption has focused on weight loss , participants in this study were not advised to restrict or change what they ate .
Instead , they consumed their normal diets with the exception of replacing one meal per day with the meal the researchers provided .
The purpose of this study was to explore the effects of avocado consumption on the gastrointestinal microbiota , says Hannah Holscher , assistant professor of nutrition in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Nutrition at U of I and senior author of the study .
“ Our goal was to test the hypothesis that the fats and the fiber in avocados positively affect the gut microbiota .
We also wanted to explore the relationships between gut microbes and health outcomes , ” Holscher says .
Avocados are rich in fat ; however , the researchers found that while the avocado group consumed slightly more calories than the control group , slightly more fat was excreted in their stool .
“ Greater fat excretion means the research @ @ @ @ @ @ @ foods that they were eating .
This was likely because of reductions in bile acids , which are molecules our digestion system secretes that allow us to absorb fat .
We found that the number of bile acids in stool was lower and the amount of fat in the stool was higher in the avocado group , ” Holscher explains .
Different types of fats have differential effects on the microbiome .
The fats in avocados are monounsaturated , which are heart-healthy fats .
Soluble fiber content is also very important , Holscher @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 12 grams of fiber , which goes a long way toward meeting the recommended amount of 28 to 34 grams of fiber per day .
“ Less than 5 % of Americans eat enough fiber .
Most people consume around 12 to 16 grams of fiber per day .
Thus , incorporating avocados in your diet can help get you closer to meeting the fiber recommendation , ” she notes .
Eating fiber isn ’ t just good for us ; it ’ s important for the microbiome , too , Holscher states @ @ @ @ @ @ @ down dietary fibers , but certain gut microbes can .
When we consume dietary fiber , it ’ s a win-win for gut microbes and for us.
” Holscher ’ s research lab specializes in dietary modulation of the microbiome and its connections to health .
“ Just like we think about heart-healthy meals , we need to also be thinking about gut healthy meals and how to feed the microbiota , ” she explains .
Avocado is an energy-dense food , but it is also nutrient-dense , and it contains important micronutrients @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of , like potassium and fiber .
“ It ’ s just a really nicely packaged fruit that contains nutrients that are important for health .
Our work shows we can add benefits to gut health to that list , ” Holscher says .

Source: Natural Blaze
Eating avocado as part of your daily diet can help improve gut health, a new study from the University of Illinois shows. Avocados are a healthy food that is high in dietary fiber and monounsaturated fat. However, it was not clear how avocados impact the microbes in the gastrointestinal system or “gut.”
“We know eating avocados helps you feel full and reduces blood cholesterol concentration, but we did not know how it influences the gut microbes, and the metabolites the microbes produce,” says Sharon Thompson, a graduate student in the Division of Nutritional Sciences at U of I and lead author on the paper, published in the Journal of Nutrition.
The researchers found that people who ate avocado every day as part of a meal had a greater abundance of gut microbes that break down fiber and produce metabolites that support gut health. They also had greater microbial diversity compared to people who did not receive the avocado meals in the study.
“Microbial metabolites are compounds the microbes produce that influence health,” Thompson says. “Avocado consumption reduced bile acids and increased short-chain fatty acids. These changes correlate with beneficial health outcomes.”
The study included 163 adults between 25 and 45 years of age with overweight or obese – defined as a BMI of at least 25 kg/m2 – but otherwise healthy. They received one meal per day to consume as a replacement for either breakfast, lunch, or dinner. One group consumed an avocado with each meal, while the control group consumed a similar meal but without the avocado. The participants provided blood, urine, and fecal samples throughout the 12-week study. They also reported how much of the provided meals they consumed, and every four weeks recorded everything they ate.
While other research on avocado consumption has focused on weight loss, participants in this study were not advised to restrict or change what they ate. Instead, they consumed their normal diets with the exception of replacing one meal per day with the meal the researchers provided.
The purpose of this study was to explore the effects of avocado consumption on the gastrointestinal microbiota, says Hannah Holscher, assistant professor of nutrition in the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition at U of I and senior author of the study.
“Our goal was to test the hypothesis that the fats and the fiber in avocados positively affect the gut microbiota. We also wanted to explore the relationships between gut microbes and health outcomes,” Holscher says.
Avocados are rich in fat; however, the researchers found that while the avocado group consumed slightly more calories than the control group, slightly more fat was excreted in their stool.
“Greater fat excretion means the research participants were absorbing less energy from the foods that they were eating. This was likely because of reductions in bile acids, which are molecules our digestion system secretes that allow us to absorb fat. We found that the number of bile acids in stool was lower and the amount of fat in the stool was higher in the avocado group,” Holscher explains.
Different types of fats have differential effects on the microbiome. The fats in avocados are monounsaturated, which are heart-healthy fats.
Soluble fiber content is also very important, Holscher notes. A medium avocado provides around 12 grams of fiber, which goes a long way toward meeting the recommended amount of 28 to 34 grams of fiber per day.
“Less than 5% of Americans eat enough fiber. Most people consume around 12 to 16 grams of fiber per day. Thus, incorporating avocados in your diet can help get you closer to meeting the fiber recommendation,” she notes.
Eating fiber isn’t just good for us; it’s important for the microbiome, too, Holscher states. “We can’t break down dietary fibers, but certain gut microbes can. When we consume dietary fiber, it’s a win-win for gut microbes and for us.”
Holscher’s research lab specializes in dietary modulation of the microbiome and its connections to health. “Just like we think about heart-healthy meals, we need to also be thinking about gut healthy meals and how to feed the microbiota,” she explains.
Avocado is an energy-dense food, but it is also nutrient-dense, and it contains important micronutrients that Americans don’t eat enough of, like potassium and fiber.
“It’s just a really nicely packaged fruit that contains nutrients that are important for health. Our work shows we can add benefits to gut health to that list,” Holscher says.
Journal article
By University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences (ACES)


consciouslifenews--2020-12-18--4 Ways to Prepare for a New Wellness Routine

The new year is almost upon us , which means that millions of people across the world will soon be settling on new fitness resolutions for 2021 .
While most people genuinely want to become healthier and happier individuals , relatively few succeed in that endeavor in the long term .
A big reason why many struggle to build healthy habits is due to lack of preparation .
Indeed , it ’ s crucial to take steps to prepare your body and your mind for a new diet , exercise routine , and wellness program .
As such , today @ @ @ @ @ @ @ health-conscious individuals can set themselves up for success in 2021 .
Check it out here : No matter how closely you monitor your well-being , it ’ s always a good idea to speak with your doctor any time you make a significant lifestyle change .
Remember that your doctor will be able to give you sound advice about enhancing your diet and exercise habits .
Plus , they may be able to recommend treatment options if you ’ re struggling with joint or muscle pain .
For example , treatments such as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ like rotator cuff tears .
In order to improve your fitness results , odds are you ’ ll have to work out more often than you currently do .
Given that fact , it pays to adjust your schedule to give yourself more time to hit the gym and work out .
By adding one or two more exercise sessions to your weekly regimen , you could see substantial health improvements .
Also , if you decide to cook more as part of your diet , it ’ s a good idea to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ plan .
Even the most dedicated fitness enthusiasts occasionally slip up or make mistakes .
So what should you do if you miss a workout session or if you have a cheat day on your diet ?
While the answers to those questions will vary from person to person , it is a smart idea to build backup plans and fail-safes for yourself .
This way , you ’ ll be able to get back on track if you start to struggle with your new program .
isn ’ t easy , but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ back can help in this regard .
Let ’ s say that you want to lose 20 pounds next year .
Rather than only focusing on this big goal , be sure to give yourself more accessible milestones to reach in the here and now .
Monthly , weekly , or even daily goals can help you stay focused and build up toward long-term achievements .
By knocking out manageable objectives in the short-term , you can give yourself a great chance of accomplishing your most ambitious fitness goals for the New Year @

The new year is almost upon us, which means that millions of people across the world will soon be settling on new fitness resolutions for 2021. While most people genuinely want to become healthier and happier individuals, relatively few succeed in that endeavor in the long term. A big reason why many struggle to build healthy habits is due to lack of preparation. Indeed, it’s crucial to take steps to prepare your body and your mind for a new diet, exercise routine, and wellness program. As such, today we’ll share four key ways health-conscious individuals can set themselves up for success in 2021. Check it out here:
Speak with Your Doctor
No matter how closely you monitor your well-being, it’s always a good idea to speak with your doctor any time you make a significant lifestyle change. Remember that your doctor will be able to give you sound advice about enhancing your diet and exercise habits. Plus, they may be able to recommend treatment options if you’re struggling with joint or muscle pain. For example, treatments such as stem cell therapy for shoulders have been known to help with issues like rotator cuff tears.
Adjust Your Schedule
In order to improve your fitness results, odds are you’ll have to work out more often than you currently do. Given that fact, it pays to adjust your schedule to give yourself more time to hit the gym and work out. By adding one or two more exercise sessions to your weekly regimen, you could see substantial health improvements. Also, if you decide to cook more as part of your diet, it’s a good idea to factor that additional time into your daily plan.
Develop Fail-Safes
Even the most dedicated fitness enthusiasts occasionally slip up or make mistakes. So what should you do if you miss a workout session or if you have a cheat day on your diet? While the answers to those questions will vary from person to person, it is a smart idea to build backup plans and fail-safes for yourself. This way, you’ll be able to get back on track if you start to struggle with your new program. Staying healthy isn’t easy, but having a plan in place to bounce back can help in this regard.
Set Short-Term Goals
Let’s say that you want to lose 20 pounds next year. Rather than only focusing on this big goal, be sure to give yourself more accessible milestones to reach in the here and now. Monthly, weekly, or even daily goals can help you stay focused and build up toward long-term achievements. By knocking out manageable objectives in the short-term, you can give yourself a great chance of accomplishing your most ambitious fitness goals for the New Year.


consciouslifenews--2020-12-18--Why There’s No One-Size-Fits-All Solution for Tackling Mental Illness

Mental illness is any health condition that can cause a change in thinking , behaviour , emotions , or all of the above .
Examples of mental illnesses are depression , anxiety , bipolar , obsessive compulsive disorder ( OCD ) , post-traumatic stress disorder ( PTSD ) , eating disorders , and even some phobias .
The vast majority of mental illnesses are treatable , allowing you to go on with your everyday life .
Usually , mental illness is triggered by something distressing or by a problem at work , with family , or in a social situation @ @ @ @ @ @ @ like depression can develop into serious health conditions .
As it affects your behaviour and ability to think , it can affect how you perform at work or school , and how you interact with people around you .
In the more extreme cases , mental illness can lead to suicide- the second leading cause of death in 15-29-year olds according to the World Health Organisation .
Still to this day there is a stigma attached to mental illness , but the truth is that it is a valid illness the same as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
It is more common than you might think .
In the world , there is from every age group , every demographic , and every walk of life who suffer from depression .
As there are many forms of mental illness , and different levels of severity for that matter , this means that there are many different ways to diagnose and treat mental illness .
Health care providers themselves may have a preference in treatment options , meaning everyone ’ s solutions will be completely different .
In other words , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are a few examples of potential ways mental illness can be tackled .
One way of tacking mental illness is using , which is the umbrella term to describe antidepressants , antipsychotics , mood stabilisers , and anti-anxiety medication .
Some people will function much better with medication , however some will experience side effects or suffer from withdrawal once their treatment is done .
Medication is not for everybody , and to make it more confusing , there are many different drugs that are all very different .
For some people , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ helpful .
can help you to track nutrition , weight management , mental wellbeing , activity , finances , and fitness , allowing you to implement healthy habits in your life .
Unfortunately , depression and anxiety isn ’ t always something that can be ‘ solved ’ , just something that we can learn how to live with .
Therapy can be a great way to express our emotions to someone impartial to our plight .
Therapists can then help you to retrain certain behaviours using cognitive behavioural therapy ( CBT ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you then there are many other options , including interpersonal therapy ( IPT ) , eve movement desensitisation and reprocessing ( EMDR ) , mindfulness-based cognitive therapy ( MBCT ) and much more .
As you can see , there are many different treatments for mental illness , and many variations on mental illnesses themselves .
This means that there is no one-size-fits-all way to tackle mental illness as every case is different .
As long as we talk , seek advice from a healthcare professional and look out for each other , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .

Mental illness is any health condition that can cause a change in thinking, behaviour, emotions , or all of the above. Examples of mental illnesses are depression, anxiety, bipolar, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), eating disorders, and even some phobias.
The vast majority of mental illnesses are treatable, allowing you to go on with your everyday life. Usually, mental illness is triggered by something distressing or by a problem at work, with family, or in a social situation.
When left untreated, mental illnesses like depression can develop into serious health conditions. As it affects your behaviour and ability to think, it can affect how you perform at work or school, and how you interact with people around you. In the more extreme cases, mental illness can lead to suicide- the second leading cause of death in 15-29-year olds according to the World Health Organisation.
What is mental illness?
Still to this day there is a stigma attached to mental illness, but the truth is that it is a valid illness the same as breaking your leg or catching the flu. It is more common than you might think. In the world, there is more than 264 million people from every age group, every demographic, and every walk of life who suffer from depression.
As there are many forms of mental illness, and different levels of severity for that matter, this means that there are many different ways to diagnose and treat mental illness. Health care providers themselves may have a preference in treatment options, meaning everyone’s solutions will be completely different. In other words, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Here are a few examples of potential ways mental illness can be tackled.
Medication
One way of tacking mental illness is using psychiatric medication , which is the umbrella term to describe antidepressants, antipsychotics, mood stabilisers, and anti-anxiety medication. Some people will function much better with medication, however some will experience side effects or suffer from withdrawal once their treatment is done. Medication is not for everybody, and to make it more confusing, there are many different drugs that are all very different.
Wellness
For some people, guided physical wellbeing challenges can be super helpful. Health and wellness options like a wellbeing program can help you to track nutrition, weight management, mental wellbeing, activity, finances, and fitness, allowing you to implement healthy habits in your life.
Therapy
Unfortunately, depression and anxiety isn’t always something that can be ‘solved’, just something that we can learn how to live with. Therapy can be a great way to express our emotions to someone impartial to our plight.
Therapists can then help you to retrain certain behaviours using cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). If CBT isn’t for you then there are many other options, including interpersonal therapy (IPT), eve movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR), mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) and much more.
As you can see, there are many different treatments for mental illness, and many variations on mental illnesses themselves. This means that there is no one-size-fits-all way to tackle mental illness as every case is different. As long as we talk, seek advice from a healthcare professional and look out for each other, we can get tackle mental illness together.


consciouslifenews--2020-12-20--Entering the Light | Matt Kahn

Entering the Light | Matt Kahn

Join Matt Kahn on this video for a life-changing exploration into the heart of awakening .
Matt Kahn is the @ @ @ @ @ “ Whatever Arises , Love That ” , “ Everything Is Here To Help You @ @ @ @ @ Universe Always Has a Plan ” .
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consciouslifenews--2020-12-20--Rupert Sheldrake – ‘The Science Delusion’ and Morphic Resonance

A detailed and revealing interview with the renowned author and scientist Rupert Sheldrake , whose work on telepathy , intuition , and ‘ Morphic Resonance ' has challenged rampant scientism .
Rupert talks through his work and highlights potentially crucial areas that could change our entire conception of how the universe works .
Interview conducted by truth and mysteries researcher Andy Thomas as a presentation for the Glastonbury Symposium Online event , 2020 .
The Glastonbury Symposium is the UK 's longest-running and leading alternative conference , which explores ‘ Truth , Mysteries and New Frontiers ' .
An annual @ @ @ @ @ @ @ legendary Somerset town of Glastonbury , famous for its iconic Tor and Arthurian myths , the renowned Symposium attracts attendees from all over the world to hear leading international speakers discussing many subjects , from unexplained mysteries and the paranormal to radical views on current events , new science , and health issues .
The weekend is preceded by a day coach tour to ancient sacred sites .
Founded in 1991 , through both the atmosphere of the historic town itself and the magical environment created in the richly-decorated venue of the old @ @ @ @ @ @ @ become the centerpiece of many people 's year , inspiring crucial debate and forging a determination to challenge the narrow boundaries of thinking set by the mainstream agenda .

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A detailed and revealing interview with the renowned author and scientist Rupert Sheldrake, whose work on telepathy, intuition, and ‘Morphic Resonance' has challenged rampant scientism.
Rupert talks through his work and highlights potentially crucial areas that could change our entire conception of how the universe works. Interview conducted by truth and mysteries researcher Andy Thomas as a Zoom presentation for the Glastonbury Symposium Online event, 2020.
The Glastonbury Symposium is the UK's longest-running and leading alternative conference, which explores ‘Truth, Mysteries and New Frontiers'. An annual three-day event held each summer in the legendary Somerset town of Glastonbury, famous for its iconic Tor and Arthurian myths, the renowned Symposium attracts attendees from all over the world to hear leading international speakers discussing many subjects, from unexplained mysteries and the paranormal to radical views on current events, new science, and health issues. The weekend is preceded by a day coach tour to ancient sacred sites.
Founded in 1991, through both the atmosphere of the historic town itself and the magical environment created in the richly-decorated venue of the old Town Hall, the Glastonbury Symposium has become the centerpiece of many people's year, inspiring crucial debate and forging a determination to challenge the narrow boundaries of thinking set by the mainstream agenda.


consciouslifenews--2020-12-20--Undaunting Acceptance: How to Be Okay With Not Being Okay

If you ’ re anything like me , you ’ re often kinder to others than you are to yourself and may have this habit of putting yourself down when you hit a bump in the road on the road towards your current goal .
You may also have trouble asking others for help when you need it , but often assume the role of the giver , listener , healer , and helper for those you love and care about .
You may be awesome at giving advice and looking at the issues in the lives of others objectively @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that advice or pinpointing clarity when it comes to issues in your own life .
You may love to encourage and uplift those you love and celebrate when they achieve something they ’ ve set to complete , but you may not even acknowledge your own accomplishments as often as you should… So , I ’ ll ask frankly…what ’ s up with that ?
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Well , if your anything like me , then you ’ re also stubborn as a mule when things don ’ t go your way .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ swear I can literally hear my inner child kicking and screaming in resentment , throwing herself a fine little pity party !
But it is here , within this moment , where we can either go on living as we have been , repeating the same experiences that cause us to get mad at ourselves and our lives and the Universe over and over again , or we can stop , observe and for a moment in time , stop freaking judging ourselves !
🙂 We can stop yelling at the little girl @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hug .
Because of how we are conditioned from early on in life , we literally tend to be our harshest critics , but personally , I ’ m a Capricorn and we take that stuff to a whole new level !
It ’ s also always been hardest for me not knowing HOW things were going to work out and in just the last year , that has literally been my signature lesson to learn .
More times than I can count I ’ ve had to trust in the Universe and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be okay and you know what ?
Every single time everything DID turn out okay !
I ’ m not saying the struggle disappeared instantaneously , no , but a simple shift in my perception of the experience and the outcome , and the letting go of my need to control every little aspect of it , was in turn , what set me free…the less I focused on the lack , the more value I was able to see in what I had all along… Sometimes my stubbornness had backed me into @ @ @ @ @ @ @ consequences and it was all for an illusion stemming from a fear of lacking control .
See , the stories we tell ourselves can literally make or break us !
And if we keep telling ourselves the same old negative story full of fear and lack , eventually we do believe it at a cellular level and that can manifest as sickness or even worse , disease .
In letting go of my need for judgment , I created a space for acceptance that wasn ’ t there before .
And with that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fear that exists with not knowing how things will turn out , but still being able to face the day and do the things you need to do with your head up , regardless of the fear you ’ re feeling .
It ’ s not the repression or denial of fear , but the use of it as a tool for learning and growth .
When we can accept was IS , we allow what will be… What I ’ ve come to learn is that we all need one another and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and abilities to share with the world .
Furthermore , for us to not ask each other for help or to refuse assistance is to deny others their own opportunities for expanding these abilities and denying them a great opportunity for their own soul progressions .
So , while in the midst of the dust storm it ’ s hard to imagine the beauty of a clear , blue sky…in your heart , you always know it ’ s there .
It ’ s that level of knowledge you must show up with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ do that , you will naturally begin to trust not only in yourself and your decisions but in the Universe as well and while you will never stop hearing from that inner child of yours , at least now she ’ s more likely to be singing your praises .
And you deserve it !
We are all splinters of Divinity , which is perfect .
We are not broken , we are “ flawed ” so our light can get out and shine upon the world .
In doing this , the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of imperfection which we can choose to believe or not .
It 's when we forget our Divinity , that we fall victim to our stories and struggles .
Let your pain stretch and mold you , but never let it make you hard or bind you .
Let it expand your heart , not make it cold .
When you accept yourself , you tell the Universe you are willing to let go of your old stories .
So , what are you waiting for ?
As soon as you allow it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be okay .
And you know what ?
It will be okay…even when it 's not !
Tamara Rant is a Co-Editor/Writer for CLN as well as a Licensed Reiki Master , heart-centered Graphic Designer , and a Conservative voice in social media activism & awareness .
She is an avid lover of all things Quantum Physics and Spirituality .
Connect with Tamara by visiting or go to Tamara posts new original articles to CLN every Saturday .
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If you’re anything like me, you’re often kinder to others than you are to yourself and may have this habit of putting yourself down when you hit a bump in the road on the road towards your current goal.
You may also have trouble asking others for help when you need it, but often assume the role of the giver, listener, healer, and helper for those you love and care about. You may be awesome at giving advice and looking at the issues in the lives of others objectively, but not so great at following that advice or pinpointing clarity when it comes to issues in your own life.
You may love to encourage and uplift those you love and celebrate when they achieve something they’ve set to complete, but you may not even acknowledge your own accomplishments as often as you should…
So, I’ll ask frankly…what’s up with that???
Well, if your anything else like me, then you’re also stubborn as a mule when things don’t go your way. It’s funny because sometimes I swear I can literally hear my inner child kicking and screaming in resentment, throwing herself a fine little pity party! But it is here, within this moment, where we can either go on living as we have been, repeating the same experiences that cause us to get mad at ourselves and our lives and the Universe over and over again, or we can stop, observe and for a moment in time, stop freaking judging ourselves! 🙂 We can stop yelling at the little girl and instead give her a big fat hug.
Because of how we are conditioned from early on in life, we literally tend to be our harshest critics, but personally, I’m a Capricorn and we take that stuff to a whole new level! It’s also always been hardest for me not knowing HOW things were going to work out and in just the last year, that has literally been my signature lesson to learn. More times than I can count I’ve had to trust in the Universe and just KNOW that everything was going to be okay and you know what? Every single time everything DID turn out okay! I’m not saying the struggle disappeared instantaneously, no, but a simple shift in my perception of the experience and the outcome, and the letting go of my need to control every little aspect of it, was in turn, what set me free…the less I focused on the lack, the more value I was able to see in what I had all along…
Sometimes my stubbornness had backed me into a proverbial corner of my own self-sabotaging consequences and it was all for an illusion stemming from a fear of lacking control. See, the stories we tell ourselves can literally make or break us! And if we keep telling ourselves the same old negative story full of fear and lack, eventually we do believe it at a cellular level and that can manifest as sickness or even worse, disease.
In letting go of my need for judgment, I created a space for acceptance that wasn’t there before. And with that came the ability to not feel the fear that exists with not knowing how things will turn out, but still being able to face the day and do the things you need to do with your head up, regardless of the fear you’re feeling. It’s not the repression or denial of fear, but the use of it as a tool for learning and growth. When we can accept was IS, we allow what will be…
What I’ve come to learn is that we all need one another and we all have gifts, talents, and abilities to share with the world. Furthermore, for us to not ask each other for help or to refuse assistance is to deny others their own opportunities for expanding these abilities and denying them a great opportunity for their own soul progressions.
So, while in the midst of the dust storm it’s hard to imagine the beauty of a clear, blue sky…in your heart, you always know it’s there. It’s that level of knowledge you must show up with for yourself and once you begin to do that, you will naturally begin to trust not only in yourself and your decisions but in the Universe as well and while you will never stop hearing from that inner child of yours, at least now she’s more likely to be singing your praises. And you deserve it!
We are all splinters of Divinity, which is perfect. We are not broken, we are “flawed” so our light can get out and shine upon the world. In doing this, the world reflects back to us our illusions of imperfection which we can choose to believe or not. It's when we forget our Divinity, that we fall victim to our stories and struggles. Let your pain stretch and mold you, but never let it make you hard or bind you. Let it expand your heart, not make it cold. When you accept yourself, you tell the Universe you are willing to let go of your old stories. So, what are you waiting for? As soon as you allow it to be okay, it will all be okay. And you know what? It will always be okay…even when it's not!
Tamara Rant is a Co-Editor/Writer for CLN as well as a Licensed Reiki Master, heart-centered Graphic Designer, and a Conservative voice in social media activism & awareness. She is an avid lover of all things Quantum Physics and Spirituality. Connect with Tamara by visiting Prana Paws/Healing Hearts Reiki or go to RantDesignMedia.com
Tamara posts new original articles to CLN every Saturday.
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This article was originally created and published by Conscious Life News and is published here under a Creative Commons license with attribution to Tamara Rant and ConsciousLifeNews.com. It may be re-posted freely with proper attribution, author bio, and this Copyright/Creative Commons statement.


consciouslifenews--2020-12-21--Global Planetary Purification: The End of the Old Order (Tuesday, Dec 22, 2020 @ 3pm GMT / 10am EST

Global Planetary Purification: The End of the Old Order (Tuesday, Dec 22, 2020 @ 3pm GMT / 10am EST / 7am PST)

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consciouslifenews--2020-12-21--WATCH Online: Jupiter and Saturn’s Great Conjunction on December 21

The December 21 , 2020 great conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn is highly conspicuous in the west after sunset each evening now .
On December 21 , the pair will be only 0.1 degree apart .
Some say the pair will look like an elongated star on that date .
Will they ?
Or will they look like a double planet ?
Read more : Will Jupiter and Saturn look like one star in 2020 ?
What if you ’ re clouded out ?
How can you watch online ?
The Virtual Telescope Project in Rome will be showing the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , starting at 16 UTC ; noon on Monday EST ; translate UTC to your time .
In the telescopic view , you ’ ll see both planets and some of their moons .
Click here for more info on viewing online .
Astronomers use the word conjunction to describe meetings of planets and other objects on our sky ’ s dome .
They use the term great conjunction to describe meetings of Jupiter and Saturn , which are the two biggest worlds in our solar system .
Though the two planets will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s dome now , Jupiter and Saturn are actually 456 million miles ( 734,000 km ) apart .
Saturn is nearly twice as far away as Jupiter .
Jupiter-Saturn conjunctions happen every 20 years ; the last one was in the year 2000 .
But these conjunctions aren ’ t all created equal .
The 2020 great conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn will be the closest since 1623 and the closest observable since 1226 !
2020 ’ s extra-close Jupiter-Saturn conjunction won ’ t be matched again until the Jupiter-Saturn conjunction of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the reasons above , Jupiter and Saturn are now an appealing and mind-expanding sight .
Don ’ t miss them !
Wow !
Your most recent photos of Jupiter and Saturn The Virtual Telescope Project in Rome will be showing the Jupiter-Saturn conjunction on December 21 , 2020 , starting at 16:00 UTC ; translate UTC to your time .
In the telescopic view , you ’ ll see both planets and some of their moons !
Click here for more info on viewing online .
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Watch the Great Conjunction Webcast Live on Monday, December 21, 2020, starting at 4:30pm PST
The December 21, 2020 great conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn is highly conspicuous in the west after sunset each evening now. On December 21, the pair will be only 0.1 degree apart. Some say the pair will look like an elongated star on that date. Will they? Or will they look like a double planet?
Jupiter-Saturn conjunctions happen every 20 years; the last one was in the year 2000. But these conjunctions aren’t all created equal. The 2020 great conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn will be the closest since 1623 and the closest observable since 1226! 2020’s extra-close Jupiter-Saturn conjunction won’t be matched again until the Jupiter-Saturn conjunction of March 15, 2080.
For all of the reasons above, Jupiter and Saturn are now an appealing and mind-expanding sight. Don’t miss them!


consciouslifenews--2020-12-20--Your Horoscope and Astrology Overview for December 21-27, 2020

The above video contains an astrological overview for the week of 21st December 2020 .
To get this week 's video horoscope for your specific zodiac sign , click on the link corresponding to your sign : This week is a seminal moment in time for us all .
Monday sees the Winter Solstice , the beginning of the last Quadrant of the year , and the arrival of the Sun , and this year of Mercury in Capricorn .
This combination can be a lightening rod for greater awareness to life 's realities .
Yes ironically Monday coincides with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in Aquarius , the first in this sign since 1405 .
We all also have an Elemental Mutation as for many years this combination have lined up away from the element of air .
This promotes the potential for a real evolution in person kinds thinking , and communicating collectively .
Saturn is the Co Regent of Aquarius but is less rigid than in Capricorn which it governs along , so there is a chance for change , but without necessarily losing some of the more stabilising influence of Capricorn .
Still , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is that our ability to interact and socialise is being affected right away .
However , Jupiter brings hope , expansion , knowledge and awareness .
We need to take the best of both planets to transform our approach .
But this week also sees a Quarter Moon in Aries and Mars in Aries clashing with Pluto , and this is driving the latest infection rates from Covid 19 .
This potentially savage right angle persists to the year 's end within 3 degrees and is a stark reminder of the challenges we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Moon in Quincunx with Venus , another factor in the limitation to freely associate with those we want , but equally that we need to all count the blessings we have .
But a special mention for any person reading this who lives alone , but whom would prefer not to be .
You will be particularly in Alyssa and I 's thoughts .
God bless everyone , stay safe and have a peaceful day .
For more information on how this will pan or your zodiac sign or to watch your zodiac @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at Free Daily , Weekly and Monthly Horoscopes Conscious Life News Astrologer Patrick Arundell has been a professional Astrologer since 1993 .
Patrick has a real passion for astrology and sees it as a tool which can help any person to gain greater personal awareness , to better guide their life moves .
Patrick is a member of the Astrological Association of Great Britain and his work appears on websites and in magazines and newspapers , globally .
Enjoy Patrick ’ s forecasts every day on CLN .
Learn more about Patrick http @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Personal Horoscope Reports based on your Time , if known , Date and Place of Birth here https : //www.patrickarundell.com/personal-horoscope-reports/

By Patrick Arundell | PatrickArundell.com
The above video contains an astrological overview for the week of 21st December 2020.
To get this week's video horoscope for your specific zodiac sign, click on the link corresponding to your sign:
This week is a seminal moment in time for us all. Monday sees the Winter Solstice, the beginning of the last Quadrant of the year, and the arrival of the Sun, and this year of Mercury in Capricorn. This combination can be a lightening rod for greater awareness to life's realities.
Yes ironically Monday coincides with the Great Conjunction between Saturn and Jupiter in Aquarius, the first in this sign since 1405. We all also have an Elemental Mutation as for many years this combination have lined up away from the element of air. This promotes the potential for a real evolution in person kinds thinking, and communicating collectively.
Saturn is the Co Regent of Aquarius but is less rigid than in Capricorn which it governs along, so there is a chance for change, but without necessarily losing some of the more stabilising influence of Capricorn. Still, Saturn can be limiting and so it is that our ability to interact and socialise is being affected right away. However, Jupiter brings hope, expansion, knowledge and awareness. We need to take the best of both planets to transform our approach.
But this week also sees a Quarter Moon in Aries and Mars in Aries clashing with Pluto, and this is driving the latest infection rates from Covid 19. This potentially savage right angle persists to the year's end within 3 degrees and is a stark reminder of the challenges we collectively face.
Christmas Day sees the Moon in Quincunx with Venus, another factor in the limitation to freely associate with those we want, but equally that we need to all count the blessings we have. But a special mention for any person reading this who lives alone, but whom would prefer not to be. You will be particularly in Alyssa and I's thoughts. God bless everyone, stay safe and have a peaceful day. For more information on how this will pan or your zodiac sign or to watch your zodiac sign Weekly Video forecast or join me at Free Daily, Weekly and Monthly Horoscopes
Conscious Life News Astrologer Patrick Arundell has been a professional Astrologer since 1993. Patrick has a real passion for astrology and sees it as a tool which can help any person to gain greater personal awareness, to better guide their life moves. Patrick is a member of the Astrological Association of Great Britain and his work appears on websites and in magazines and newspapers, globally. Enjoy Patrick’s forecasts every day on CLN. Learn more about Patrick http://www.patrickarundell.com or order one of his Personal Horoscope Reports based on your Time, if known, Date and Place of Birth here https://www.patrickarundell.com/personal-horoscope-reports/


consciouslifenews--2020-12-20--Could This Common Herb Help Diabetes and Blood Pressure?

The true bay leaf is also known as the bay laurel ( Laurus nobilis ) , while the leaves used in these tests were Indonesian bay leaves ( Syzygium polyanthum ) .
Most dried bay leaves in the U.S. are imported In studies , Indonesian bay leaves show the ability to reduce fasting blood glucose levels in people with Type 2 diabetes and to help lower blood pressure in pregnant women Bay leaves are popularly used in pickling , marinating , and flavoring stews , soups , and stuffing .
They come from the bay laurel tree native to Mediterranean @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to 3 inches long and are almond-shaped .
You 've likely seen cooking shows or read recipes that recommended adding a bay leaf to savory soups and stews but removing it before eating .
As Serious Eats describes the bay leaf:1 Although the initial flavor is reminiscent of Vicks VapoRub , originating from the chemical eugenol that 's the largest compound in the bay leaf , the flavor changes after simmering for an hour or two and adds a complex profile that many people enjoy in their soups and sauces .
Biting into @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is why they 're left whole in the cooking and fished out before serving .
You can find fresh and dried bay leaves at most grocery stores .
For the most part , dried bay leaves are generally imported from the Mediterranean region , and fresh bay leaves are shipped from California.2 Although they 're both called bay leaves and used in nearly the same way , the plants are not directly related .
What Bay Leaf Is in Your Spice Rack ?
The true bay leaf is also known as bay laurel @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to Western Asia , Northern Africa , and southern Europe.3 The botanical name is Laurus nobilis and it can be grown as a houseplant .
However , you may have seen the leaves of other species commonly sold as bay leaves since the leaves are similar in morphology , aroma , and sometimes flavor.4 These substitutes include:5 While they look similar , the flavor and odor after cooking are not what you would expect from L. Nobilis .
As the writer at Serious Eats describes , throwing a fresh bay leaf into a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tasted like I 'd tipped a bottle of cold medicine into it.
” 6 In a recent study , researchers compared the Laurus nobilis , commonly sold in Nigerian markets , against the leaves of Syzygium guineense ( S.guineense ) and Syzygium eucalyptoides ( S. eucalyptoides ) in search of a possible replacement for the bay laurel.7 The researchers used a commercial sample of Laurus nobilis as the gold standard and compared essential oils obtained through hydrodistillation and analyzed by gas chromatography-mass spectrometry .
The largest constituents in L. Nobilis were eucalyptol , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 75 compounds in L. Nobilis , 16 of which matched S. guineense essential oil , with six matching compounds in S. eucalyptoides .
Syzygium guineense has historically been used in folklore medicine by people in African countries .
The researchers included it to analyze the antimicrobial and antioxidant properties of the essential oil .
Syzygium eucalyptoides is native to Western Australia , where the fruit is eaten to help prevent cancer , fight asthma , and lower the risk of diabetes .
The leaves , bark , and fruit of the Syzygium polyanthum @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , including to treat high blood pressure , gastritis , diarrhea , and skin diseases .
Past studies of Syzygium polyanthum demonstrated the ethanol extract of the essential oil had antioxidant activities and was safe for humans .
In a study presented at the 6th International Conference on Public Health in Indonesia , researchers discussed their study in which they investigated the effects of the ethanol extract on fasting blood sugar in study participants with Type 2 diabetes.8 The pilot study used a randomized control trial design with a small sample size of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ consumed 350 milligrams ( mg ) of the extract in capsule form once a day for 14 days .
The control group took a placebo for the same time period .
Data were collected on the day before the intervention began and after the participants had taken the supplement for 14 days .
Following the intervention , the fasting blood sugar in the group receiving the supplement was lower than in the control group .
The researchers believe the statistical nonsignificant difference was related to the small sample size in a pilot study @ @ @ @ @ @ @ may be an effective means of lowering blood sugar in people with Type 2 diabetes.9 The results support an earlier animal study using a methanol extract of S. polyanthum testing for hypoglycemic activity .
The researchers wrote that people with diabetes in Indonesia commonly included the leaf in traditional medicine to control blood sugar.10 The researchers evaluated the possible mechanisms through which the extract exerted the antihyperglycemic activity and found it inhibited the absorption of glucose from the intestines and increased the uptake in muscle tissue .
A second animal study showed rats @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 65.91 % lower blood glucose than those in the control group.11 In a study published in Scientific Reports , the researchers sought to investigate the potential bidirectional association between gout and Type 2 diabetes.12 They used data from the Singapore Chinese Health Study , and concluded that the results suggested having an incident of gout is related to the development of diabetes in normal-weight individuals — yet those with diabetes had a lower risk of gout .
A second study also found people who developed gout had an increased risk of developing diabetes.13 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ uric acid in the blood that ’ s the result of increased production or decreased excretion.14 According to the Partnership to Fight Chronic Disease , nearly 4 million people in the U.S. have gout , which is a form of inflammatory arthritis.15 In an evaluation by the same organization , the researcher found treatment for gout exceeded $ 11,000 per patient each year , which is much higher than previous estimates.16 Researchers from Perintis Institute of Health Science in Indonesia sought to compare the effect of Indonesian bay leaf drink against soursop juice @ @ @ @ @ @ @ impact on gout development.17 Soursop fruit is also called Graviola and is a creamy textured , strongly flavored fruit some compare to pineapple or strawberries.18 The researchers did a pretest and a post-test after intervention with 17 participants who drank the bay leaf drink and 17 who consumed soursop juice .
Although both groups had lower levels of uric acid at the end of the intervention , the researchers found those who consumed the soursop juice had a statistically greater reduction .
However , bay leaves have been a traditional part of Ayurveda @ @ @ @ @ @ @ both in tea form and as an external application.19 Indonesian bay leaf ( Syzygium polyanthum ) also influences your vascular system .
In one study from Indonesia published in 2020 , the researchers evaluated the effect that bay leaf extract could have on vascular endothelial growth.20 They used an animal model in which acute coronary syndrome was surgically induced and the animals then treated with the bay leaf extract .
On evaluation , the researchers found a significant expression of vascular endothelial growth factors in the treatment group as compared to the control @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bay leaf extract could have a potential effect on angiogenesis and act as an adjuvant treatment that may lead “ to a better prognosis for reperfusion on ischemic tissue.
” 21 This has the potential to improve recovery after cardiovascular events that trigger tissue ischemia and damage .
A second recent study published in the International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology evaluated the effect Indonesian bay leaf may have on the systolic and diastolic blood pressure of pregnant women with high blood pressure.22 The researchers engaged 39 pregnant women and split @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and 20 in the control group .
The women in the intervention group were given 14 days of 80 mg of Indonesian bay leaf nanoparticles with 10 mg of nifedipine , while the control group received just the nifedipine .
Nifedipine is a calcium channel blocker used to treat high blood pressure and control angina,23 and is prescribed in the treatment of high blood pressure in pregnancy.24 The data showed there was a greater decrease in systolic and diastolic blood pressure in the intervention group where the medication was augmented with bay leaf @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Syzygium polyanthum extract , but other researchers have evaluated the health benefits of true bay leaf ( Laurus nobilis ) and found several successful pharmacological uses .
Traditionally , the leaves have been used as antidiarrheal , anti-inflammatory or antidiabetic remedies .
Animal studies have also found L. Nobilis contributes to:25 It 's important to know that when you buy bay leaves with the scientific term Laurus nobilis , you want it to be the genuine article and not some knock-off from an ornamental plant .
They must be from the laurel tree @ @ @ @ @ @ @ some herbs , when dried , become powdery and tasteless , bay leaves can be dried with very little change in the aromatic components.26 Bay leaves are a classic ingredient in savory sauces , and delicious on seafood , meats , and numerous vegetable dishes .
One FYI : Due to the presence of a high concentration of eugenol , bay leaf oil ( or bay oil ) may be a skin and mucus membrane irritant .
If you want your bay leaves to last , store them in the freezer , which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ them in bulk .

By Dr. Joseph Mercola | mercola.com
The true bay leaf is also known as the bay laurel (Laurus nobilis), while the leaves used in these tests were Indonesian bay leaves (Syzygium polyanthum). Most dried bay leaves in the U.S. are imported
In studies, Indonesian bay leaves show the ability to reduce fasting blood glucose levels in people with Type 2 diabetes and to help lower blood pressure in pregnant women
Bay leaves are popularly used in pickling, marinating, and flavoring stews, soups, and stuffing. They come from the bay laurel tree native to Mediterranean countries. The leaves can be up to 3 inches long and are almond-shaped. You've likely seen cooking shows or read recipes that recommended adding a bay leaf to savory soups and stews but removing it before eating. As Serious Eats describes the bay leaf:1
“It's understandable why you may think they're optional. Bay leaf, by its very nature, plays second fiddle to other, more prominent flavors. But just as a grind of black pepper, some sautéed anchovies, or a softened leek might not be instantly recognizable in a stew, they add a layer of subtle background music for the stars of your dish to play over.”
Although the initial flavor is reminiscent of Vicks VapoRub, originating from the chemical eugenol that's the largest compound in the bay leaf, the flavor changes after simmering for an hour or two and adds a complex profile that many people enjoy in their soups and sauces.
Biting into a bay leaf is unpleasant, which is why they're left whole in the cooking and fished out before serving. You can find fresh and dried bay leaves at most grocery stores. For the most part, dried bay leaves are generally imported from the Mediterranean region, and fresh bay leaves are shipped from California.2 Although they're both called bay leaves and used in nearly the same way, the plants are not directly related.
What Bay Leaf Is in Your Spice Rack?
The true bay leaf is also known as bay laurel and is a broadleaf evergreen tree native to Western Asia, Northern Africa, and southern Europe.3 The botanical name is Laurus nobilis and it can be grown as a houseplant.
However, you may have seen the leaves of other species commonly sold as bay leaves since the leaves are similar in morphology, aroma, and sometimes flavor.4 These substitutes include:5
Cinnamomum Tamala (Indian bay leaf)
Litsea glaucescens (Mexican bay leaf)
Pimenta racemosa (West Indian bay leaf)
Syzygium polyanthum (Indonesian bay leaf)
Umbellularia californica (Californian bay leaf)
While they look similar, the flavor and odor after cooking are not what you would expect from L. Nobilis. As the writer at Serious Eats describes, throwing a fresh bay leaf into a bechamel sauce resulted in something that “tasted like I'd tipped a bottle of cold medicine into it.”6
In a recent study, researchers compared the Laurus nobilis, commonly sold in Nigerian markets, against the leaves of Syzygium guineense (S.guineense) and Syzygium eucalyptoides (S. eucalyptoides) in search of a possible replacement for the bay laurel.7
The researchers used a commercial sample of Laurus nobilis as the gold standard and compared essential oils obtained through hydrodistillation and analyzed by gas chromatography-mass spectrometry. The largest constituents in L. Nobilis were eucalyptol, alpha-pinene, and camphene.
There were 75 compounds in L. Nobilis, 16 of which matched S. guineense essential oil, with six matching compounds in S. eucalyptoides. Syzygium guineense has historically been used in folklore medicine by people in African countries. The researchers included it to analyze the antimicrobial and antioxidant properties of the essential oil.
Syzygium eucalyptoides is native to Western Australia, where the fruit is eaten to help prevent cancer, fight asthma, and lower the risk of diabetes. The leaves, bark, and fruit of the Syzygium polyanthum plant have a variety of traditional uses, including to treat high blood pressure, gastritis, diarrhea, and skin diseases.
Bay Leaf Extract Lowers Fasting Blood Glucose Level
Past studies of Syzygium polyanthum demonstrated the ethanol extract of the essential oil had antioxidant activities and was safe for humans. In a study presented at the 6th International Conference on Public Health in Indonesia, researchers discussed their study in which they investigated the effects of the ethanol extract on fasting blood sugar in study participants with Type 2 diabetes.8
The pilot study used a randomized control trial design with a small sample size of eight individuals. Those receiving the intervention consumed 350 milligrams (mg) of the extract in capsule form once a day for 14 days. The control group took a placebo for the same time period.
Data were collected on the day before the intervention began and after the participants had taken the supplement for 14 days. Following the intervention, the fasting blood sugar in the group receiving the supplement was lower than in the control group.
The researchers believe the statistical nonsignificant difference was related to the small sample size in a pilot study and concluded the Syzygium polyanthum ethanol extract may be an effective means of lowering blood sugar in people with Type 2 diabetes.9
The results support an earlier animal study using a methanol extract of S. polyanthum testing for hypoglycemic activity. The researchers wrote that people with diabetes in Indonesia commonly included the leaf in traditional medicine to control blood sugar.10
The researchers evaluated the possible mechanisms through which the extract exerted the antihyperglycemic activity and found it inhibited the absorption of glucose from the intestines and increased the uptake in muscle tissue. A second animal study showed rats that received S. polyanthum extract had a 65.91% lower blood glucose than those in the control group.11
Bay Leaf and Soursop Help Lower Uric Acid Levels
In a study published in Scientific Reports, the researchers sought to investigate the potential bidirectional association between gout and Type 2 diabetes.12 They used data from the Singapore Chinese Health Study, and concluded that the results suggested having an incident of gout is related to the development of diabetes in normal-weight individuals — yet those with diabetes had a lower risk of gout.
A second study also found people who developed gout had an increased risk of developing diabetes.13 Gout is caused by elevated levels of uric acid in the blood that’s the result of increased production or decreased excretion.14 According to the Partnership to Fight Chronic Disease, nearly 4 million people in the U.S. have gout, which is a form of inflammatory arthritis.15
In an evaluation by the same organization, the researcher found treatment for gout exceeded $11,000 per patient each year, which is much higher than previous estimates.16 Researchers from Perintis Institute of Health Science in Indonesia sought to compare the effect of Indonesian bay leaf drink against soursop juice to reduce uric acid levels and thus impact on gout development.17
Soursop fruit is also called Graviola and is a creamy textured, strongly flavored fruit some compare to pineapple or strawberries.18 The researchers did a pretest and a post-test after intervention with 17 participants who drank the bay leaf drink and 17 who consumed soursop juice.
Although both groups had lower levels of uric acid at the end of the intervention, the researchers found those who consumed the soursop juice had a statistically greater reduction. However, bay leaves have been a traditional part of Ayurveda remedies in the treatment of gout, both in tea form and as an external application.19
Supplement Lowers Blood Pressure and Promotes Angiogenesis
Indonesian bay leaf (Syzygium polyanthum) also influences your vascular system. In one study from Indonesia published in 2020, the researchers evaluated the effect that bay leaf extract could have on vascular endothelial growth.20
They used an animal model in which acute coronary syndrome was surgically induced and the animals then treated with the bay leaf extract. On evaluation, the researchers found a significant expression of vascular endothelial growth factors in the treatment group as compared to the control group.
This led them to conclude bay leaf extract could have a potential effect on angiogenesis and act as an adjuvant treatment that may lead “to a better prognosis for reperfusion on ischemic tissue.”21 This has the potential to improve recovery after cardiovascular events that trigger tissue ischemia and damage.
A second recent study published in the International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology evaluated the effect Indonesian bay leaf may have on the systolic and diastolic blood pressure of pregnant women with high blood pressure.22
The researchers engaged 39 pregnant women and split them into 19 in the intervention group and 20 in the control group. The women in the intervention group were given 14 days of 80 mg of Indonesian bay leaf nanoparticles with 10 mg of nifedipine, while the control group received just the nifedipine.
Nifedipine is a calcium channel blocker used to treat high blood pressure and control angina,23 and is prescribed in the treatment of high blood pressure in pregnancy.24 The data showed there was a greater decrease in systolic and diastolic blood pressure in the intervention group where the medication was augmented with bay leaf nanoparticles.
Multiple Health Effects Attributed to Laurus Nobilis
Many of these studies used Syzygium polyanthum extract, but other researchers have evaluated the health benefits of true bay leaf (Laurus nobilis) and found several successful pharmacological uses. Traditionally, the leaves have been used as antidiarrheal, anti-inflammatory or antidiabetic remedies. Animal studies have also found L. Nobilis contributes to:25
Wound healing Anticonvulsant activity Analgesic capabilities Antimutagenic processes Immunostimulant capabilities Antiviral uses Anticholinergic action Repellent qualities against the common mosquito Antibacterial uses against Staphylococcus aureus, Bacillus subtilis, and Staphylococcus intermedius
It's important to know that when you buy bay leaves with the scientific term Laurus nobilis, you want it to be the genuine article and not some knock-off from an ornamental plant. They must be from the laurel tree, so shop for quality. While some herbs, when dried, become powdery and tasteless, bay leaves can be dried with very little change in the aromatic components.26
Bay leaves are a classic ingredient in savory sauces, and delicious on seafood, meats, and numerous vegetable dishes. One FYI: Due to the presence of a high concentration of eugenol, bay leaf oil (or bay oil) may be a skin and mucus membrane irritant. If you want your bay leaves to last, store them in the freezer, which is helpful if you want to buy them in bulk.


consciouslifenews--2020-12-20--The Age of Aquarius, the Great Cycle, the Epoch: Mass Meditation for a New Age on Dec 21, 2020

We , humans , love our myths .
They boldly embrace us with the story of our own evolution , as described by great philosophers like Joseph Campbell in The Hero with a Thousand Faces , and The Power of Myth , or Carl Jung as described in The Red Book .
The story arch of humankind is similar no matter what culture presents it – from Northern Borneo to ancient Ireland , to Australian aboriginal tales and ancient Hindu yugas , the Mayan ’ s ancient myths , and even the theatrics of the Knights Templar .
We all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a recurring path to ascendance .
It is in these epochs of our own evolution that we find grace .
Now , as we enter the “ Age of Aquarius , ” we can compare it to the yugas , or the progression through from a Golden Age , through Silver , and a slow regression and separation from Divine thought and action , all the way into the Iron Age .
Here we must overcome our full descent in order to emerge from the darkness into the light once more .
It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , that we now observe rampant greed , fraud , crime , war , death , poverty , and selfishness .
Our disregard for one another and the planet which is equally part and parcel of our own material bodies have been neglected to the point of complete oblivion .
We , as humanity , are not just hanging on the precipice , we ’ re clawing our way , dirt under our fingernails , blood in our craw , and sweat dripping from our brows , trying to ascend from the abyss @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to the Aquarian Age , or as the yugas call this age of enlightenment and freedom – the Satya Yuga , we suffer .
But this suffering is purposeful and temporary .
It is in our desperation that we usually find our way back to the Divine , the Truth , the Universal Intelligence that provides Infinite Freedom .
One of the tools used throughout the ages to “ re-tune ” the frequency of humankind has always been meditation .
There is archeological evidence of meditation all the way back to 5,000 BCE @ @ @ @ @ @ @ before .
Though there are ties to the practice historically to Ancient Egypt , China , and India , calming the mind or altering the mind in order to access higher states of awareness that might lift us from the mire of greed , famine , and war ( all centered in ego and delusion ) through every cultural thread .
Why is the Tool of Meditation So Effective through Every Great Cycle ?
Modern neuroscientists note that alpha waves created with ease during meditative states tend to reduce depressive symptoms and increase @ @ @ @ @ @ @ oscillations that are conducive to unity and the overall coherence of a population .
We are also influenced subconsciously by the calm that meditation affords us , and , without even conscious attention being applied once our meditation is through , we encourage others in the same subconscious way to act with elevated hearts and minds toward peace .
Interestingly , Maharishi yogi has also proven in thousands of studies that when a large enough group of meditators join in a concerted effort to alter consciousness toward peace and cohesiveness , they positively @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lowered , violence is reduced .
Moreover , our parasympathetic nervous system “ speaks ” to others via an electromagnetic field that is much larger in the human heart than that emitting from the human brain .
Scientific research has noted that a calm , coherent heart rate variability affects people we know and love even if they are thousands of miles away , and one of the most significant ways to calm the parasympathetic nervous system and heart rate variability is through meditation !
Planetary change is truly possible when collective consciousness @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , alpha waves in the human brain “ sync ” with others around us , causing a ripple effect .
Mass Meditation for Change : The Golden Age of Aquarius If you ’ re ready to sync your alpha waves with millions of others around the world to create massive change this December , please consider joining this mass meditation : Help to anchor in new cosmic love energies forever on planet Earth on December 21st at 6:22pm UTC / 1:22pm EST / 10:22am PST .
Commit your energies to the mass meditation @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , musician , yogi , and humanitarian with an expansive repertoire .
Her thousands of articles can be found all over the Internet , and her insights also appear in magazines as diverse as Weston A .
Price , Atlantis Rising , and the Cuyamungue Institute , among others .
She was recently a featured author in the Journal , “ Wise Traditions in Food , Farming , and Healing Arts , ” and her commentary on healing , ascension , and human potential inform a large body of the alternative news lexicon @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on numerous radio shows , including Health Conspiracy Radio , Dr. Gregory Smith ’ s Show , and dozens more .
The second edition of her book , Pharma Sutra , will be released soon .
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By Christina Sarich | Waking Times
We, humans, love our myths. They boldly embrace us with the story of our own evolution, as described by great philosophers like Joseph Campbell in The Hero with a Thousand Faces, and The Power of Myth, or Carl Jung as described in The Red Book.
The story arch of humankind is similar no matter what culture presents it – from Northern Borneo to ancient Ireland, to Australian aboriginal tales and ancient Hindu yugas, the Mayan’s ancient myths, and even the theatrics of the Knights Templar.
Epochs of Evolution & the Aquarian Age
We all are led down (and up) a recurring path to ascendance. It is in these epochs of our own evolution that we find grace. Now, as we enter the “Age of Aquarius,” we can compare it to the yugas, or the progression through from a Golden Age, through Silver, and a slow regression and separation from Divine thought and action, all the way into the Iron Age. Here we must overcome our full descent in order to emerge from the darkness into the light once more.
It is no mistake, and nothing new, that we now observe rampant greed, fraud, crime, war, death, poverty, and selfishness. Our disregard for one another and the planet which is equally part and parcel of our own material bodies have been neglected to the point of complete oblivion.
We, as humanity, are not just hanging on the precipice, we’re clawing our way, dirt under our fingernails, blood in our craw, and sweat dripping from our brows, trying to ascend from the abyss that is the former age. Prior to the Aquarian Age, or as the yugas call this age of enlightenment and freedom – the Satya Yuga, we suffer. But this suffering is purposeful and temporary.
It is in our desperation that we usually find our way back to the Divine, the Truth, the Universal Intelligence that provides Infinite Freedom.
One of the tools used throughout the ages to “re-tune” the frequency of humankind has always been meditation. There is archeological evidence of meditation all the way back to 5,000 BCE, and it was likely happening well before. Though there are ties to the practice historically to Ancient Egypt, China, and India, calming the mind or altering the mind in order to access higher states of awareness that might lift us from the mire of greed, famine, and war (all centered in ego and delusion) through every cultural thread.
Why is the Tool of Meditation So Effective through Every Great Cycle?
Modern neuroscientists note that alpha waves created with ease during meditative states tend to reduce depressive symptoms and increase creative thinking. They also incite neural oscillations that are conducive to unity and the overall coherence of a population. We are also influenced subconsciously by the calm that meditation affords us, and, without even conscious attention being applied once our meditation is through, we encourage others in the same subconscious way to act with elevated hearts and minds toward peace.
Interestingly, Maharishi yogi has also proven in thousands of studies that when a large enough group of meditators join in a concerted effort to alter consciousness toward peace and cohesiveness, they positively affect entire communities. Crime rates are lowered, violence is reduced.
Moreover, our parasympathetic nervous system “speaks” to others via an electromagnetic field that is much larger in the human heart than that emitting from the human brain. Scientific research has noted that a calm, coherent heart rate variability affects people we know and love even if they are thousands of miles away, and one of the most significant ways to calm the parasympathetic nervous system and heart rate variability is through meditation!
Planetary change is truly possible when collective consciousness is altered. When we meditate collectively, alpha waves in the human brain “sync” with others around us, causing a ripple effect.
Mass Meditation for Change: The Golden Age of Aquarius
If you’re ready to sync your alpha waves with millions of others around the world to create massive change this December, please consider joining this mass meditation:
Global Peace Meditation
Help to anchor in new cosmic love energies forever on planet Earth on December 21st at 6:22pm UTC / 1:22pm EST / 10:22am PST. Commit your energies to the mass meditation today.
About the Author
Christina Sarich / Freelance writer