consciouslifenews--2020-12-28--Over 1.5 BILLION Face Masks Now Believed to Be Polluting Oceans Thanks to 2020

As 2020 draws to a close , one of the most recognizable symbols of the year may be the protective face mask .
As the novel coronavirus swept across the globe earlier this year , billions of people began wearing face coverings , with one study estimating that no less than 129 billion face masks were being used every month around the world .
However , as face masks have become ubiquitous in our day-to-day lives , they ’ ve also grown to litter every corner of our neighborhoods , from storm drains to creeks , parks to beaches .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ our oceans are swimming with face masks , according to a new report from marine conservation NGO OceansAsia .
“ Once plastic enters the marine environment , it ’ s very difficult to move , ” Dr. Teale Phelps Bondaroff , the group ’ s director of research , told .
The fact that we are starting to find masks that are breaking up indicates that this is a real problem , that microplastics are being produced by masks , ” Bondaroff said .
The Hong Kong-based group estimates that some 1.56 billion @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in 2020 alone – a grim statistic that they have witnessed firsthand since face masks began washing up on a small island off the coast of the Chinese mega-city since the start of the pandemic .
The masks could become yet another major contributor to the ongoing crisis of plastic pollution in our ocean , with disposable face masks taking as long as 450 years to break down .
The single-use masks that are recommended by health authorities and used as personal protective equipment in hospitals across the world are made of multiple @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fibers of plastic .
And with 52 billion masks being manufactured this year , with the average weight of each single-use polypropylene surgical face mask being 3 to 4 grams , we could be looking at anywhere from 4,680 to 6,240 metric tons of new marine plastic pollution .
Ocean pollution has already reached such monstrous proportions that an estimated 100 million tons of plastic can now be found in the world ’ s oceans , according to the United Nations .
Between 80 and 90 percent of it comes from land-based sources @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for the 2016 World Economic Forum in Davos , Switzerland , by 2050 it is estimated that plastic waste in the ocean will outweigh all fish .
In recent years , ocean biologists and conservationists have expressed alarm over the growing problem of plastics and microplastics inundating the world ’ s oceans and water supplies , leaching carcinogenic toxins and chemicals into the marine environment , with plastic drink containers trapping and confining — and ultimately killing — marine wildlife .
“ The question that we couldn ’ t answer was how many @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ?
We just didn ’ t know , ” Dr. Bondaroff said .
OceansAsia ’ s recent study could offer some alarming clues as to the extent of the pollution , however .
“ The 1.56 billion face masks that have entered our oceans in 2020 are there for the long run , ” he said .
“ They will remain in the ocean for 450 years or more , and they ’ ll break into smaller pieces.
” The report notes that the global sales force of face masks has grown exponentially @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2019 to $ 166 billion in 2020 .
The surging sales come as health authorities like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have issued official health guidance urging U.S. residents to always wear a face mask in public in lieu of or in addition to physical distancing measures meant to help prevent person-to-person transmission of the deadly disease .
“ That ’ s important , we need to keep people safe , but at the same time that has a lasting impact on our environment , and we ’ re seeing that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The report requests that the public wear reusable masks when possible while also disposing of masks properly as a step toward drawing down overall consumption of single-use plastics .
The group also calls on authorities to encourage the use of reusable masks , including releasing guidelines on the proper manufacture and use of reusable masks , while also educating the public about responsibly disposing of masks , among other measures .

By Elias Marat | TheMindUnleashed.com
As 2020 draws to a close, one of the most recognizable symbols of the year may be the protective face mask.
As the novel coronavirus swept across the globe earlier this year, billions of people began wearing face coverings, with one study estimating that no less than 129 billion face masks were being used every month around the world.
However, as face masks have become ubiquitous in our day-to-day lives, they’ve also grown to litter every corner of our neighborhoods, from storm drains to creeks, parks to beaches.
And now, it turns out that our oceans are swimming with face masks, according to a new report from marine conservation NGO OceansAsia.
“Once plastic enters the marine environment, it’s very difficult to move,” Dr. Teale Phelps Bondaroff, the group’s director of research, told Denver 7.
The fact that we are starting to find masks that are breaking up indicates that this is a real problem, that microplastics are being produced by masks,” Bondaroff said.
The Hong Kong-based group estimates that some 1.56 billion face masks will have flooded our oceans in 2020 alone – a grim statistic that they have witnessed firsthand since face masks began washing up on a small island off the coast of the Chinese mega-city since the start of the pandemic.
The masks could become yet another major contributor to the ongoing crisis of plastic pollution in our ocean, with disposable face masks taking as long as 450 years to break down.
The single-use masks that are recommended by health authorities and used as personal protective equipment in hospitals across the world are made of multiple layers of polypropylene, which are thin fibers of plastic.
And with 52 billion masks being manufactured this year, with the average weight of each single-use polypropylene surgical face mask being 3 to 4 grams, we could be looking at anywhere from 4,680 to 6,240 metric tons of new marine plastic pollution.
Ocean pollution has already reached such monstrous proportions that an estimated 100 million tons of plastic can now be found in the world’s oceans, according to the United Nations. Between 80 and 90 percent of it comes from land-based sources. And according to a report prepared for the 2016 World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, by 2050 it is estimated that plastic waste in the ocean will outweigh all fish.
In recent years, ocean biologists and conservationists have expressed alarm over the growing problem of plastics and microplastics inundating the world’s oceans and water supplies, leaching carcinogenic toxins and chemicals into the marine environment, with plastic drink containers trapping and confining — and ultimately killing — marine wildlife.
“The question that we couldn’t answer was how many [masks] are entering our oceans? We just didn’t know,” Dr. Bondaroff said.
OceansAsia’s recent study could offer some alarming clues as to the extent of the pollution, however.
“The 1.56 billion face masks that have entered our oceans in 2020 are there for the long run,” he said. “They will remain in the ocean for 450 years or more, and they’ll break into smaller pieces.”
The report notes that the global sales force of face masks has grown exponentially, increasing from $800 million in 2019 to $166 billion in 2020.
The surging sales come as health authorities like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have issued official health guidance urging U.S. residents to always wear a face mask in public in lieu of or in addition to physical distancing measures meant to help prevent person-to-person transmission of the deadly disease.
“That’s important, we need to keep people safe, but at the same time that has a lasting impact on our environment, and we’re seeing that on the beaches,” Bondaroff added.
The report requests that the public wear reusable masks when possible while also disposing of masks properly as a step toward drawing down overall consumption of single-use plastics.
The group also calls on authorities to encourage the use of reusable masks, including releasing guidelines on the proper manufacture and use of reusable masks, while also educating the public about responsibly disposing of masks, among other measures.


consciouslifenews--2020-12-28--It Took Gov’t Less Time to Approve COVID-19 Vaccine Than a $600 Check for Citizens

This is in stark contrast to headlines across the mainstream which literally have Gandalf claiming the vaccine makes him feel “ euphoric.
” While many in government may be well-intentioned with their rush to approve these COVID-19 vaccines , it is undeniable that many of them are also beholden to lobbyists in the industry .
Special interests could likely the reason the federal government took less time to approve the vaccines than they did to approve an insultingly low $ 600 stimulus check for Americans — many of whom are quite literally starving .
In March , around the same @ @ @ @ @ @ @ $ 1,200 stimulus checks , they also announced the acceleration of clinical trials for COVID-19 vaccines .
On December 11 , 2020 , the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued the first emergency use authorization ( EUA ) for Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine .
This happened to be well over a week before Congressional leaders agreed to send Americans $ 600 .
In other words , the government was faster at approving a controversial and experimental vaccine , faster than approving a measly $ 600 check for US citizens .
This is unacceptable .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ many places , lack of income , lockdowns , and economic woes caused by the government ’ s reaction to the pandemic , is leading to spikes in overdose and suicides that are killing far more people than the virus .
A record 621 people as of December 19 have died of drug overdoses in San Francisco alone .
That is 360 % more deaths than COVID-19 which sits at just 173 deaths .
The results are similar in places across the country .
However , the government was more concerned with fast-tracking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they were with preventing despair , hunger , unemployment , overdose , and suicide by giving Americans a stimulus .
If we contrast America ’ s economic response to that of Canada ’ s , we can see where America ’ s priorities lie — and it is not with the people .
Canada has a multi-tiered response that is providing weekly benefits for those affected by the lockdowns .
As a result , their deaths from suicide and overdose haven ’ t spiked like we are seeing in the US .
While @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in despair , suicide , and overdose globally , it is a lot easier to work through these issues if you don ’ t have to worry about starving to death .
As a result , in Canada , amid the pandemic , they witnessed a 200 % spike in calls to suicide prevention lines and counseling .
In America , some cities like Los Angeles spiked upwards of 8,000 % .
While we can ’ t correlate the causal relationship between stimulus and depression with certainty , given the above examples , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ most definitely has an effect on keeping it lower .
Nevertheless , the United States government failed to provide adequate support to the people while at the same time giving hundreds of billions to special interests .
As the stimulus plan was sold to them in March as an aid package for the most vulnerable , it ’ s been anything but .
Here we are 9 months later and banks and corporations , and the mega-rich , are still feeding at the government trough as Americans get $ 600 .
As a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ve seen a massive transfer of wealth — totaling a trillion dollars — to just a few of America ’ s richest people .
But fret not America , your government has fast-tracked the vaccine — with a reported 90 % efficacy rate — for a disease most people have a 99 % chance of beating with their immune systems .
So , forget about going poor and starving , roll up that sleeve and support your local Big Pharma billionaire by getting vaccinated today !
Matt Agorist is an honorably discharged veteran @ @ @ @ @ @ @ directly tasked by the NSA .
This prior experience gives him unique insight into the world of government corruption and the American police state .
Agorist has been an independent journalist for over a decade and has been featured on mainstream networks around the world .
Agorist is also the Editor at Large at the Free Thought Project .
Follow @ MattAgorist on Twitter , Steemit , and now on Minds .
**This article ( It Took Gov ’ t Less Time To Approve COVID-19 Vaccine Than A $ 600 Check For Citizens @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Thought Project and is re-posted here with permission .
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This is in stark contrast to headlines across the mainstream which literally have Gandalf claiming the vaccine makes him feel “euphoric.”
Holy shit, people are having a lot of negative reactions to the vaccine and it is making the papers! Quick, have Gandalf tell them it makes you feel euphoric! pic.twitter.com/lbXMU9Dz7Z — Matt Agorist (@MattAgorist) December 17, 2020
While many in government may be well-intentioned with their rush to approve these COVID-19 vaccines, it is undeniable that many of them are also beholden to lobbyists in the industry. Special interests could likely the reason the federal government took less time to approve the vaccines than they did to approve an insultingly low $600 stimulus check for Americans — many of whom are quite literally starving.
In March, around the same time, the government approved the first $1,200 stimulus checks, they also announced the acceleration of clinical trials for COVID-19 vaccines. On December 11, 2020, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued the first emergency use authorization (EUA) for Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine. This happened to be well over a week before Congressional leaders agreed to send Americans $600. In other words, the government was faster at approving a controversial and experimental vaccine, faster than approving a measly $600 check for US citizens. This is unacceptable.
As TFTP reported this week, in many places, lack of income, lockdowns, and economic woes caused by the government’s reaction to the pandemic, is leading to spikes in overdose and suicides that are killing far more people than the virus.
A record 621 people as of December 19 have died of drug overdoses in San Francisco alone. That is 360% more deaths than COVID-19 which sits at just 173 deaths. The results are similar in places across the country. However, the government was more concerned with fast-tracking a vaccine with zero long-term studies than they were with preventing despair, hunger, unemployment, overdose, and suicide by giving Americans a stimulus.
If we contrast America’s economic response to that of Canada’s, we can see where America’s priorities lie — and it is not with the people. Canada has a multi-tiered response that is providing weekly benefits for those affected by the lockdowns. As a result, their deaths from suicide and overdose haven’t spiked like we are seeing in the US.
While forced isolation measures are causing a spike in despair, suicide, and overdose globally, it is a lot easier to work through these issues if you don’t have to worry about starving to death.
As a result, in Canada, amid the pandemic, they witnessed a 200% spike in calls to suicide prevention lines and counseling. In America, some cities like Los Angeles spiked upwards of 8,000%.
While we can’t correlate the causal relationship between stimulus and depression with certainty, given the above examples, it can safely be assumed that stimulus most definitely has an effect on keeping it lower.
Nevertheless, the United States government failed to provide adequate support to the people while at the same time giving hundreds of billions to special interests.
Sadly, the American people were duped.
As the stimulus plan was sold to them in March as an aid package for the most vulnerable, it’s been anything but. Here we are 9 months later and banks and corporations, and the mega-rich, are still feeding at the government trough as Americans get $600. As a result of the feeding, we’ve seen a massive transfer of wealth — totaling a trillion dollars — to just a few of America’s richest people.
But fret not America, your government has fast-tracked the vaccine — with a reported 90% efficacy rate — for a disease most people have a 99% chance of beating with their immune systems. So, forget about going poor and starving, roll up that sleeve and support your local Big Pharma billionaire by getting vaccinated today!
About the Author
Matt Agorist is an honorably discharged veteran of the USMC and former intelligence operator directly tasked by the NSA. This prior experience gives him unique insight into the world of government corruption and the American police state. Agorist has been an independent journalist for over a decade and has been featured on mainstream networks around the world. Agorist is also the Editor at Large at the Free Thought Project. Follow @MattAgorist on Twitter, Steemit, and now on Minds.
**This article (It Took Gov’t Less Time To Approve COVID-19 Vaccine Than A $600 Check For Citizens) was originally published at The Free Thought Project and is re-posted here with permission.**


consciouslifenews--2020-12-28--Cancer Full Moon December 29th/30th 2020 + Zodiac Sign Forecasts

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consciouslifenews--2020-12-28--Bless The Patriarchal Heart, HerStory Sets the Record Straight

Haven ’ t we all been influenced through society , education , religion & war to believe in a male god figurehead ?
Let humanity rise and remember its divinity !
In her latest graphic novel , Marisa Acocella brilliantly describes the battle for the heart and mind of humans since the inception of God .
As a graphic artist and master storyteller she puts all the bits and pieces together to show how the Mother was written out of history .
HerStory includes a complete narrative of the feminine documented through recovered hidden texts and artifacts .
The Big @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will remind you of what you have been missing and enlighten you if you have forgotten .
This story does not denigrate the male , it shows how the balance of all things is paramount .
Sophia , Mother God rising up is a love story of Union !
It is all about the balance of the male and female .
How is it that we have accepted the narrative that there is not a Mother of creation ?
How have we believed that God the Father was creator of all ?
Is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , there are androgynous plants , but they create jointly not separately .
Want to change your vibrational amplitude ?
This graphic novel is an avenue for increase .
Marisa narrates the story of all time , the truth gushes forth richly through words and colorful illustrations .
Be prepared to learn , mourn and celebrate the Divine feminine as she rises from a long sleep of suppression .
Be well and live expectantly my friend .
May you have a happy New Year and look forward to the great changes coming .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Eisenhower discuss this very important message .
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 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ live life fully .
Her passions are family , art creation , writing , and trail blazing .
She is happily married in Western North Carolina .

Haven’t we all been influenced through society, education, religion & war to believe in a male god figurehead?
Let humanity rise and remember its divinity! In her latest graphic novel, Marisa Acocella brilliantly describes the battle for the heart and mind of humans since the inception of God. As a graphic artist and master storyteller she puts all the bits and pieces together to show how the Mother was written out of history. HerStory includes a complete narrative of the feminine documented through recovered hidden texts and artifacts.
The Big She-Bang, The HerStory of the Universe According to God the Mother will remind you of what you have been missing and enlighten you if you have forgotten. This story does not denigrate the male, it shows how the balance of all things is paramount.
Sophia, Mother God rising up is a love story of Union! It is all about the balance of the male and female.
How is it that we have accepted the narrative that there is not a Mother of creation? How have we believed that God the Father was creator of all? Is that seen anywhere in nature? Yes, there are androgynous plants, but they create jointly not separately.
Want to change your vibrational amplitude? This graphic novel is an avenue for increase. Marisa narrates the story of all time, the truth gushes forth richly through words and colorful illustrations. Be prepared to learn, mourn and celebrate the Divine feminine as she rises from a long sleep of suppression.
Be well and live expectantly my friend. May you have a happy New Year and look forward to the great changes coming. ❤ Julia
Listen to Marisa and Laura Eisenhower discuss this very important message. [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bMZgWNo7FPo[/embedyt]
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--2020-12-28--New Research Shows Water Exercises as Effective as Gym Workouts for Preventing Cardiovascular Diseas

New Research Shows Water Exercises as Effective as Gym Workouts for Preventing Cardiovascular Disease

Swimming , aqua-aerobics , and other water-based exercises are popular for people aged 55 and older to keep fit without putting a strain on the joints .
Studies show that water-based exercises have many benefits , including improving gait , balance , and mobility .
It ’ s also thought to offer benefits as part of rehabilitation programs for peripheral arterial disease , in which arteries in the legs , stomach , arms , and head narrow .
But while water-based exercises are shown to have benefits for other aspects of health , until now there ’ s been limited @ @ @ @ @ @ @ beneficial on reducing cardiovascular disease risk for older adults and improving their heart health .
Our latest study explored the long-term effects of regular , water-based aerobic exercise on cardiovascular health .
We proved for the first time that they ’ re as effective as other types of aerobic exercise for lowering cardiovascular disease risk for older people .
Our study enrolled 80 people over the age of 55 with normal blood pressure and without pre-existing clinical conditions , such as diabetes .
We avoided recruiting people who regularly performed high-intensity exercise , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ensure that all the exercise regimes we compared were as similar as possible and because high-intensity exercise can be difficult to perform in the water .
Water-based exercises can often be easier on the joints as well .
Our participants were exercising on average four times per week , for at least six months .
We compared people who trained in the water against those who trained in a gym or took exercise classes , and those who did a mixture of both types of exercises .
We also compared this data against @ @ @ @ @ @ @ exercise at all .
In order to see what effect exercise was having on cardiovascular health , we measured how efficient the inner vein lining ( endothelium ) of their small veins and large arteries were .
The endothelium is crucial for minimizing cardiovascular disease risk at any age .
We found that all three modes of exercise offer similar benefits to our arteries and small veins .
The mechanism behind these findings isn ’ t very clear .
However , it ’ s likely that this is because exercise can increase the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
This is a key component for preserving endothelial function in both small veins and arteries .
So the greater the nitric oxide production , the better arteries , and small veins can work .
Endothelial function for the exercise groups were also significantly better than the function in the inactive group .
This suggests that for older adults , all exercise plays an important role in protecting against cardiovascular disease , whether it ’ s performed in or out of water .
Cardiovascular disease remains a main cause of death for older @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or alongside a healthy diet – can protect against cardiovascular disease , older people often don ’ t get as much exercise as they should .
For example , statistics show that only 13 % of women over 75 meet daily physical activity recommendations for their age group .
There are many reasons why older people might not exercise , including fear of injury and lack of confidence in using exercise equipment .
But this could mean that they ’ re missing out on important heart benefits that can protect against cardiovascular disease @ @ @ @ @ @ @ exercise that older people feel comfortable doing – and that they want to do – need to be explored and promoted .
This is why our findings may be particularly important , as we ’ re the first to directly show that water-based exercise is as good for cardiovascular health as exercising in a gym , for the older age-group .
This means people can choose a form of exercise that causes less pain , stress , or strain on joints , but will still benefit their heart health .
This may be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be frailer , or for those who are afraid of handling gym equipment .
More research will be needed to better understand why water-based exercise causes these benefits to veins and arteries .
But our findings suggest that water-based exercise is an enjoyable way to protect against cardiovascular disease .

Swimming, aqua-aerobics, and other water-based exercises are popular for people aged 55 and older to keep fit without putting a strain on the joints. Studies show that water-based exercises have many benefits, including improving gait, balance, and mobility. It’s also thought to offer benefits as part of rehabilitation programs for peripheral arterial disease, in which arteries in the legs, stomach, arms, and head narrow.
But while water-based exercises are shown to have benefits for other aspects of health, until now there’s been limited evidence on whether it’s as beneficial on reducing cardiovascular disease risk for older adults and improving their heart health.
Our latest study explored the long-term effects of regular, water-based aerobic exercise on cardiovascular health. We proved for the first time that they’re as effective as other types of aerobic exercise for lowering cardiovascular disease risk for older people.
Our study enrolled 80 people over the age of 55 with normal blood pressure and without pre-existing clinical conditions, such as diabetes. We avoided recruiting people who regularly performed high-intensity exercise, such as CrossFit. This was to ensure that all the exercise regimes we compared were as similar as possible and because high-intensity exercise can be difficult to perform in the water.
Water-based exercises can often be easier on the joints as well.
Our participants were exercising on average four times per week, for at least six months. We compared people who trained in the water against those who trained in a gym or took exercise classes, and those who did a mixture of both types of exercises. We also compared this data against a reference group who didn’t exercise at all.
In order to see what effect exercise was having on cardiovascular health, we measured how efficient the inner vein lining (endothelium) of their small veins and large arteries were. The endothelium is crucial for minimizing cardiovascular disease risk at any age.
We found that all three modes of exercise offer similar benefits to our arteries and small veins. The mechanism behind these findings isn’t very clear. However, it’s likely that this is because exercise can increase the production of nitric oxide in our bodies. This is a key component for preserving endothelial function in both small veins and arteries. So the greater the nitric oxide production, the better arteries, and small veins can work.
Endothelial function for the exercise groups were also significantly better than the function in the inactive group. This suggests that for older adults, all exercise plays an important role in protecting against cardiovascular disease, whether it’s performed in or out of water.
Exercising at every age
Cardiovascular disease remains a main cause of death for older people. While exercise – either alone or alongside a healthy diet – can protect against cardiovascular disease, older people often don’t get as much exercise as they should. For example, statistics show that only 13% of women over 75 meet daily physical activity recommendations for their age group.
There are many reasons why older people might not exercise, including fear of injury and lack of confidence in using exercise equipment. But this could mean that they’re missing out on important heart benefits that can protect against cardiovascular disease. This is why promoting forms of exercise that older people feel comfortable doing – and that they want to do – need to be explored and promoted.
This is why our findings may be particularly important, as we’re the first to directly show that water-based exercise is as good for cardiovascular health as exercising in a gym, for the older age-group. This means people can choose a form of exercise that causes less pain, stress, or strain on joints, but will still benefit their heart health. This may be especially good news for people who may be frailer, or for those who are afraid of handling gym equipment.
More research will be needed to better understand why water-based exercise causes these benefits to veins and arteries. But our findings suggest that water-based exercise is an enjoyable way to protect against cardiovascular disease.
By Markos Klonizakis | The Conversation


consciouslifenews--2020-12-28--Consider Pediatric Cleft Lip Surgery For Your Child for Their Long-Term Development

A cleft lip is a condition that occurs when the lip did not merge completely before the birth of such a child .
This can be treated through which closes the gap on the child ’ s lips .
From the 4th up to the 7th week of pregnancy , this is the usual stage wherein the lips of the baby are formed , and when this development happens , the body tissues and the special cells will also be growing and move toward the entrance of the face thereby forming the face .
So , when this fails to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ inside the mother ’ s womb , this results in an opening in the lip that looks like a small slit or it can even be a large opening that will go through the lip and into the nose , and this condition is called a cleft lip that may either be accompanied by a cleft palate or not , and this can also happen either on one side or on both sides of the lip .
And although it ’ s rare , it can even happen in the middle of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in his or her mother ’ s womb , everything is still developing in this stage , the mouth should also form completely .
However , when this fails to happen , this can result in a cleft palate or a cleft lip , or both .
Normally , the roof of the mouth starts to form during the sixth and the ninth weeks of pregnancy , but for some babies , their palates are not formed , and there are even some wherein the back and the front parts of their palate @ @ @ @ @ @ @ With a Cleft Lip or a Cleft Palate For children who are born with a cleft lip with or without a cleft palate , or those children who have a cleft palate only , the main problem that is always being encountered is when it comes to feeding and they will also be having problems with there speaking skills and they also have a high chance of getting ear infections .
There can also be problems with the child ’ s teeth and even their hearing abilities if he or she is born @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cleft palate , or both .
Statistics in the United States show that one in every 1,600 babies is being born with both a cleft lip and a cleft palate , while one in every 2,800 is being born with a cleft lip only .
Furthermore , one in every 1,700 babies is being born with a cleft palate only .
Causes and Risk Factors When a Child Will Not Undergo Pediatric Cleft Lip Surgery The cause of why orofacial clefts occur among infants are still remaining to be a mystery .
Another @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a cleft lip , a cleft palate , or both in a baby is from changes in their genes while they are still developing in their mother ’ s womb .
It is even though that cleft lip and cleft palate is a product of a combination of genes and other types of factors like the things that the mother has been in contact with , in her environment , including what the mother is drinking or eating during pregnancy .
There are also some types of medications that are being suspected to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ used during pregnancy .
And just like the families of these children that are born with these types of birth defects , the CDC also wants to know the root cause of why these conditions occur .
By being able to have an understanding with regards to the factors that are common among babies born with birth defects will help the CDC in determining the causes .
Right now , the CDC was able to provide a report as to the important findings on what factors aggravate the occurrence of a cleft lip @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the factors : • When the baby ’ s mother is a smoker There is a higher chance that a baby will have an orofacial cleft when the mother smokes as compared to those who do not .
• When the baby ’ s mother has pre-existing diabetes When the pregnant woman has been diagnosed with a preexisting diabetes even before she was pregnant , there is also a high risk of bearing a child that has a cleft lip , or a cleft palate , or both , as compared to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ • When the baby ’ s mother is using certain medications There are medications like treatments to epilepsy that are used by women especially during the first trimester of pregnancy can result in an increased risk of having a baby with a cleft lip with or without a cleft palate as compared to women who are not taking such kind of medications .
The cleft lip can be diagnosed even during pregnancy through routine ultrasound .
The condition can also be diagnosed after the baby has been born especially when it comes to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ types of left palates that can only be diagnosed in the later part of life .
• Management of Treatment of a Cleft Lip , a Cleft Palate , or Both The pediatric cleft lip surgery or cleft palate surgery that your child will need is going to be dependent on the severity of the cleft .
Other factors that will be put into consideration will be the needs and the age of the child and if there are any associated syndromes or other birth defects or even both .
The pediatric left @ @ @ @ @ @ @ early months of life and this recommended especially during the first 12 months of the child .
However , if it ’ s a surgery that will repair the cleft palate , it is recommended to be done during the first 18 months of life or even earlier if possible .
Fact is , there are still a lot of children who are still going to need additional surgical procedures as they grow .
These surgical procedures can help in the improvement of the child ’ s look and appearance and it can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , hearing , including speech and language development .

A cleft lip is a condition that occurs when the lip did not merge completely before the birth of such a child. This can be treated through pediatric cleft lip surgery which closes the gap on the child’s lips. From the 4th up to the 7th week of pregnancy, this is the usual stage wherein the lips of the baby are formed, and when this development happens, the body tissues and the special cells will also be growing and move toward the entrance of the face thereby forming the face. So, when this fails to happen during the development of a child inside the mother’s womb, this results in an opening in the lip that looks like a small slit or it can even be a large opening that will go through the lip and into the nose, and this condition is called a cleft lip that may either be accompanied by a cleft palate or not, and this can also happen either on one side or on both sides of the lip. And although it’s rare, it can even happen in the middle of the lip.
While the child is still in his or her mother’s womb, everything is still developing in this stage, the mouth should also form completely. However, when this fails to happen, this can result in a cleft palate or a cleft lip, or both. Normally, the roof of the mouth starts to form during the sixth and the ninth weeks of pregnancy, but for some babies, their palates are not formed, and there are even some wherein the back and the front parts of their palate remain open.
Possible Complication for Children With a Cleft Lip or a Cleft Palate
For children who are born with a cleft lip with or without a cleft palate, or those children who have a cleft palate only, the main problem that is always being encountered is when it comes to feeding and they will also be having problems with there speaking skills and they also have a high chance of getting ear infections. There can also be problems with the child’s teeth and even their hearing abilities if he or she is born with a cleft lip, or a cleft palate, or both.
Statistics on Cleft Lip and/or Cleft Palate
Statistics in the United States show that one in every 1,600 babies is being born with both a cleft lip and a cleft palate, while one in every 2,800 is being born with a cleft lip only. Furthermore, one in every 1,700 babies is being born with a cleft palate only.
Causes and Risk Factors When a Child Will Not Undergo Pediatric Cleft Lip Surgery
Factors
The cause of why orofacial clefts occur among infants are still remaining to be a mystery. Another factor that was seen to cause either a cleft lip, a cleft palate, or both in a baby is from changes in their genes while they are still developing in their mother’s womb. It is even though that cleft lip and cleft palate is a product of a combination of genes and other types of factors like the things that the mother has been in contact with, in her environment, including what the mother is drinking or eating during pregnancy. There are also some types of medications that are being suspected to be a factor when it is being used during pregnancy.
And just like the families of these children that are born with these types of birth defects, the CDC also wants to know the root cause of why these conditions occur. By being able to have an understanding with regards to the factors that are common among babies born with birth defects will help the CDC in determining the causes.
Right now, the CDC was able to provide a report as to the important findings on what factors aggravate the occurrence of a cleft lip in a baby. Here are some of the factors:
When the baby’s mother is a smoker
There is a higher chance that a baby will have an orofacial cleft when the mother smokes as compared to those who do not.
When the baby’s mother has pre-existing diabetes
When the pregnant woman has been diagnosed with a preexisting diabetes even before she was pregnant, there is also a high risk of bearing a child that has a cleft lip, or a cleft palate, or both, as compared to women who do not have diabetes.
When the baby’s mother is using certain medications
There are medications like treatments to epilepsy that are used by women especially during the first trimester of pregnancy can result in an increased risk of having a baby with a cleft lip with or without a cleft palate as compared to women who are not taking such kind of medications.
Diagnosis
The cleft lip can be diagnosed even during pregnancy through routine ultrasound. The condition can also be diagnosed after the baby has been born especially when it comes to cleft palate. But there are other types of left palates that can only be diagnosed in the later part of life.
Management of Treatment of a Cleft Lip, a Cleft Palate, or Both
The pediatric cleft lip surgery or cleft palate surgery that your child will need is going to be dependent on the severity of the cleft. Other factors that will be put into consideration will be the needs and the age of the child and if there are any associated syndromes or other birth defects or even both.
The pediatric left clip surgery is usually done during the early months of life and this recommended especially during the first 12 months of the child. However, if it’s a surgery that will repair the cleft palate, it is recommended to be done during the first 18 months of life or even earlier if possible.
Fact is, there are still a lot of children who are still going to need additional surgical procedures as they grow. These surgical procedures can help in the improvement of the child’s look and appearance and it can also help in the improvement of breathing, hearing, including speech and language development.


consciouslifenews--2020-12-28--Proxy Server. Concept, Varieties and Its Features

The virtual web consists of many elements that create a comfortable environment for the user .
The proxy server plays an important role in this whole design .
You can buy it on the https : //proxy-seller.com/ website .
A proxy server is an intermediary between a user and a target server through which clients can make and receive indirect requests .
Proxy servers are often used for the following tasks : • Bypassing locks .
With it , you can get access to different sites that are prohibited by law .
• Providing Internet access .
This is perhaps @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is used for .
• Restricting access or protecting the local network .
For example , a server can be configured so that only internal computers can access the local network .
• Confidentiality and security of all data .
Using a proxy server , you can completely hide your real IP address , thereby making it almost impossible to track the user .
• Logging .
Using a proxy server , you can track all network connections that are associated with it .
There are two main types of proxy servers : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ intermediate server that sits between the client and the destination server .
The principle of operation is quite simple : the client sends a request to the proxy server , after which it is redirected to the destination server and receives the necessary content .
In this case , it is necessary to customize the settings for the client .
• Reverse one .
In this case , the proxy server works like a regular web service .
Personal proxy servers are especially popular on the market .
Its main feature is that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
This type of a proxy server is always paid .
In addition , the advantages of a personal proxy server include :

The virtual web consists of many elements that create a comfortable environment for the user. The proxy server plays an important role in this whole design. You can buy it on the https://proxy-seller.com/ website.
Server features and capabilities
A proxy server is an intermediary between a user and a target server through which clients can make and receive indirect requests. Proxy servers are often used for the following tasks:
Bypassing locks. With it, you can get access to different sites that are prohibited by law. Providing Internet access. This is perhaps the most important purpose a proxy server is used for. Restricting access or protecting the local network. For example, a server can be configured so that only internal computers can access the local network. Confidentiality and security of all data. Using a proxy server, you can completely hide your real IP address, thereby making it almost impossible to track the user. Logging. Using a proxy server, you can track all network connections that are associated with it.
There are two main types of proxy servers:
Straight proxy. It is an intermediate server that sits between the client and the destination server. The principle of operation is quite simple: the client sends a request to the proxy server, after which it is redirected to the destination server and receives the necessary content. In this case, it is necessary to customize the settings for the client. Reverse one. In this case, the proxy server works like a regular web service.
Personal proxy servers are especially popular on the market. Its main feature is that it is controlled exclusively by one user. This type of a proxy server is always paid.
In addition, the advantages of a personal proxy server include:


consciouslifenews--2020-12-29--Discovery Sheds Light on the Great Mystery of Why the Universe Has Less ‘Antimatter’ Than Matter

It ’ s one of the greatest puzzles in physics .
All the particles that make up the matter around us , such electrons and protons , have antimatter versions that are nearly identical , but with mirrored properties such as the opposite electric charge .
When antimatter and a matter particle meet , they annihilate in a flash of energy .
If antimatter and matter are truly identical but mirrored copies of each other , they should have been produced in equal amounts in the Big Bang .
The problem is that would have made it all annihilate .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ no antimatter left in the universe – it appears only in some radioactive decays and in a small fraction of cosmic rays .
So what happened to it ?
Using the LHCb experiment at CERN to study the difference between matter and antimatter , we have discovered a new way that this difference can appear .
The existence of antimatter was predicted by physicist Paul Dirac ’ s equation describing the motion of electrons in 1928 .
At first , it was not clear if this was just a mathematical quirk or a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in 1932 Carl Anderson discovered an antimatter partner to the electron – the positron – while studying cosmic rays that rain down on Earth from space .
Over the next few decades , physicists found that all matter particles have antimatter partners .
Scientists believe that in the very hot and dense state shortly after the Big Bang , there must have been processes that gave preference to matter over antimatter .
This created a small surplus of matter , and as the universe cooled , all the antimatter was destroyed , or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ matter , leaving a tiny surplus of matter .
And it is this surplus that makes up everything we see in the universe today .
Exactly what processes caused the surplus is unclear , and physicists have been on the lookout for decades .
The behavior of quarks , which are the fundamental building blocks of matter along with leptons , can shed light on the difference between matter and antimatter .
Quarks come in many different kinds , or “ flavors ” , known as up , down , charm , strange @ @ @ @ @ @ @ corresponding anti-quarks .
The up and down quarks are what make up the protons and neutrons in the nuclei of ordinary matter , and the other quarks can be produced by high-energy processes – for instance by colliding particles in accelerators such as the Large Hadron Collider at CERN .
Particles consisting of a quark and an anti-quark are called mesons , and there are four neutral mesons ( B0 , B0 , D0 , and K0 ) that exhibit a fascinating behavior .
They can spontaneously turn into their antiparticle partner and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was observed for the first time in 1960 .
Since they are unstable , they will “ decay ” – fall apart – into other more stable particles at some point during their oscillation .
This decay happens slightly differently for mesons compared with anti-mesons , which combined with the oscillation means that the rate of the decay varies over time .
The rules for the oscillations and decays are given by a theoretical framework called the Cabibbo-Kobayashi-Maskawa ( CKM ) mechanism .
It predicts that there is a difference in the behavior @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that is too small to generate the surplus of matter in the early universe required to explain the abundance we see today .
This indicates that there is something we don ’ t understand and that studying this topic may challenge some of our most fundamental theories in physics .
Our recent result from the LHCb experiment is a study of neutral B0 mesons , looking at their decays into pairs of charged K mesons .
The B0 mesons were created by colliding protons with other protons in the Large Hadron Collider where @ @ @ @ @ @ @ three trillion times per second .
The collisions also created anti-B0 mesons that oscillate in the same way , giving us samples of mesons and anti-mesons that could be compared .
We counted the number of decays from the two samples and compared the two numbers , to see how this difference varied as the oscillation progressed .
There was a slight difference – with more decays happening for one of the B0 mesons .
And for the first time for B0 mesons , we observed that the difference in decay , or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ between the B0 meson and the anti-meson .
In addition to being a milestone in the study of matter-antimatter differences , we were also able to measure the size of the asymmetries .
This can be translated into measurements of several parameters of the underlying theory .
Comparing the results with other measurements provides a consistency check , to see if the currently accepted theory is a correct description of nature .
Since the small preference of matter over antimatter that we observe on the microscopic scale can not explain the overwhelming abundance @ @ @ @ @ @ @ universe , it is likely that our current understanding is an approximation of a more fundamental theory .
Investigating this mechanism that we know can generate matter-antimatter asymmetries , probing it from different angles , may tell us where the problem lies .
Studying the world on the smallest scale is our best chance to be able to understand what we see on the largest scale .
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It’s one of the greatest puzzles in physics. All the particles that make up the matter around us, such electrons and protons, have antimatter versions that are nearly identical, but with mirrored properties such as the opposite electric charge. When antimatter and a matter particle meet, they annihilate in a flash of energy.
If antimatter and matter are truly identical but mirrored copies of each other, they should have been produced in equal amounts in the Big Bang. The problem is that would have made it all annihilate. But today, there’s nearly no antimatter left in the universe – it appears only in some radioactive decays and in a small fraction of cosmic rays. So what happened to it? Using the LHCb experiment at CERN to study the difference between matter and antimatter, we have discovered a new way that this difference can appear.
The existence of antimatter was predicted by physicist Paul Dirac’s equation describing the motion of electrons in 1928. At first, it was not clear if this was just a mathematical quirk or a description of a real particle. But in 1932 Carl Anderson discovered an antimatter partner to the electron – the positron – while studying cosmic rays that rain down on Earth from space. Over the next few decades, physicists found that all matter particles have antimatter partners.
Scientists believe that in the very hot and dense state shortly after the Big Bang, there must have been processes that gave preference to matter over antimatter. This created a small surplus of matter, and as the universe cooled, all the antimatter was destroyed, or annihilated, by an equal amount of matter, leaving a tiny surplus of matter. And it is this surplus that makes up everything we see in the universe today.
Exactly what processes caused the surplus is unclear, and physicists have been on the lookout for decades.
Known asymmetry
The behavior of quarks, which are the fundamental building blocks of matter along with leptons, can shed light on the difference between matter and antimatter. Quarks come in many different kinds, or “flavors”, known as up, down, charm, strange, bottom, and top plus six corresponding anti-quarks.
The up and down quarks are what make up the protons and neutrons in the nuclei of ordinary matter, and the other quarks can be produced by high-energy processes – for instance by colliding particles in accelerators such as the Large Hadron Collider at CERN.
Particles consisting of a quark and an anti-quark are called mesons, and there are four neutral mesons (B0 S , B0, D0, and K0) that exhibit a fascinating behavior. They can spontaneously turn into their antiparticle partner and then back again, a phenomenon that was observed for the first time in 1960. Since they are unstable, they will “decay” – fall apart – into other more stable particles at some point during their oscillation. This decay happens slightly differently for mesons compared with anti-mesons, which combined with the oscillation means that the rate of the decay varies over time.
The rules for the oscillations and decays are given by a theoretical framework called the Cabibbo-Kobayashi-Maskawa (CKM) mechanism. It predicts that there is a difference in the behavior of matter and antimatter, but one that is too small to generate the surplus of matter in the early universe required to explain the abundance we see today.
This indicates that there is something we don’t understand and that studying this topic may challenge some of our most fundamental theories in physics.
New physics?
Our recent result from the LHCb experiment is a study of neutral B0 S mesons, looking at their decays into pairs of charged K mesons. The B0 S mesons were created by colliding protons with other protons in the Large Hadron Collider where they oscillated into their anti-meson and back three trillion times per second. The collisions also created anti-B0 S mesons that oscillate in the same way, giving us samples of mesons and anti-mesons that could be compared.
We counted the number of decays from the two samples and compared the two numbers, to see how this difference varied as the oscillation progressed. There was a slight difference – with more decays happening for one of the B0 S mesons. And for the first time for B0 S mesons, we observed that the difference in decay, or asymmetry, varied according to the oscillation between the B0 S meson and the anti-meson.


consciouslifenews--2020-12-29--Why New Year’s Resolutions Matter More in a Pandemic

holiday cards announce .
we exclaim to each other .
We can ’ t wait for 2020 to be over .
But as we settle into a hard winter , I can ’ t help wondering : Will 2021 really be any better ?
With the vaccines and a new administration coming , many are optimistic .
But we are not at the end .
We are in what Harvard Business School ’ s Rosabeth Moss Kanter famously calls the “ messy middle , ” where everything is hardest .
When everything went sideways this year , we were collectively @ @ @ @ @ @ @ groceries for our neighbors and protested peacefully .
We bravely adjusted to massive changes in the way we work , educate our children , shop , and socialize .
But in the midst of crisis , we ’ re seeing just how little support our society offers to work parents , the unemployed , and many others who are struggling .
Our surge capacity is depleted .
The adrenaline is gone .
We need a hug—from someone outside of our household .
This is what happens with all big change , and the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we are to give up , to turn our attention to something shiny or delicious , to seek short-lived hits of pleasure in lieu of long-term meaning .
It ’ s too early to give up , friends .
This messy middle is hard , and the coming year is not likely to be anything close to “ normal.
” Instead of just waiting—another year , maybe more—for it all to be over , we ’ ll do better to re-engage with the things that bring us meaning in life .
So put @ @ @ @ @ @ @ talking to myself here ) and use this checklist to set your mid-pandemic course correction on the best possible path .
Even if it feels like all you ’ re doing is trying to survive , these questions may help you gain a sense of control amid the uncertainty .
1 .
What do you want to take with you when this is all over ?
While I ’ m sure a lot about 2020 didn ’ t work for you , this is the time to reflect on what has .
If @ @ @ @ @ @ @ much , what do you like about being home more ?
Many teenagers are benefiting from increased family time and more sleep .
What is working for you ?
2 .
What are some aspirational goals that you could set for yourself ?
Research shows that setting specific , difficult goals consistently leads to higher performance ( if that ’ s what you ’ re after ) .
Where in your life would you like to step things up ?
Perhaps you ’ d like to set up a gratitude practice , or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ less time on social media .
Where can you do better the pandemic ( and everything else ) ?
The goal is not to add more pressure to an already difficult time , but to identify goals that could help you feel better and have more energy at the end of the day .
3 .
What new habit have you wanted to get into for a while now ?
Maybe you ’ ve always wanted to be a meditator .
Perhaps your doctor wants you to move more .
Like it or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ daily routines more consistent , and that makes this a great time for many people to establish a healthy habit .
4 .
How can you invest in yourself ?
What “ deferred maintenance ” do you need to take care of ?
What most of us really need right now is .
Could you resolve to go to bed earlier a few days per week ?
Or would you have more energy if you improve your diet ?
Remember , the best resource that you have for making a contribution to the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is depleted , your most valuable asset is damaged .
In other words : When we underinvest in our bodies , minds , or spirits , we destroy our most essential tools for leading our best lives .
5 .
What do you want to more of in 2021 ?
Perhaps you want to feel less overwhelmed and more at peace , or maybe you want to feel more connected to others and less isolated .
What behaviors or habits have , in the past , elicited the emotion that you are looking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up or getting to inbox zero ) might make you feel less overwhelmed ; finding purpose tends to make us feel more connected .
Talk with your friends and family about these questions ; they are important ones .
Once you ’ ve pondered the above checklist , make a list of your answers , and then cross off the ideas you have for goals , habits , or resolutions that simply aren ’ t realistic , or that your heart isn ’ t in .
There ’ s no shame in narrowing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of this global crisis !
Now , more than ever , that means eliminating “ shoulds.
” Once you have a list of wishes for yourself , it ’ s time to turn them into action .
Piles of research show that just dreaming about what you ’ d like to do , including making resolutions and setting goals , actually reduce the odds that you ’ ll achieve them .
We also have to make specific plans , map out potential obstacles , and find ways to make the process enjoyable .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ making resolutions can shape our behavior for the better .
Our habits can make us feel happier , healthier , and more connected to those around us .
These are worthy goals in any year , whether we are in a pandemic or not .
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By Christine Carter | Greater Good Magazine
Goodbye, 2020! holiday cards announce. What a year! we exclaim to each other. We can’t wait for 2020 to be over. But as we settle into a hard winter, I can’t help wondering: Will 2021 really be any better?
With the vaccines and a new administration coming, many are optimistic. But we are not at the end. We are in what Harvard Business School’s Rosabeth Moss Kanter famously calls the “messy middle,” where everything is hardest.
When everything went sideways this year, we were collectively freaked out—and also energized. We bought groceries for our neighbors and protested peacefully. We bravely adjusted to massive changes in the way we work, educate our children, shop, and socialize. But in the midst of crisis, we’re seeing just how little support our society offers to work parents, the unemployed, and many others who are struggling. Our surge capacity is depleted. The adrenaline is gone. We need a hug—from someone outside of our household.
This is what happens with all big change, and the bigger the change, the more tempted we are to give up, to turn our attention to something shiny or delicious, to seek short-lived hits of pleasure in lieu of long-term meaning.
It’s too early to give up, friends. This messy middle is hard, and the coming year is not likely to be anything close to “normal.” Instead of just waiting—another year, maybe more—for it all to be over, we’ll do better to re-engage with the things that bring us meaning in life. So put down that cookie (I’m talking to myself here) and use this checklist to set your mid-pandemic course correction on the best possible path. Even if it feels like all you’re doing is trying to survive, these questions may help you gain a sense of control amid the uncertainty.
1. What do you want to take with you when this is all over? While I’m sure a lot about 2020 didn’t work for you, this is the time to reflect on what has. If you’re not leaving the house much, what do you like about being home more? Many teenagers are benefiting from increased family time and more sleep. What is working for you?
2. What are some aspirational goals that you could set for yourself? Research shows that setting specific, difficult goals consistently leads to higher performance (if that’s what you’re after). Where in your life would you like to step things up? Perhaps you’d like to set up a gratitude practice, or maybe you’d like to spend less time on social media. Where can you do better despite the pandemic (and everything else)? The goal is not to add more pressure to an already difficult time, but to identify goals that could help you feel better and have more energy at the end of the day.
3. What new habit have you wanted to get into for a while now? Maybe you’ve always wanted to be a meditator. Perhaps your doctor wants you to move more. Like it or not, limited travel can make our daily routines more consistent, and that makes this a great time for many people to establish a healthy habit.
4. How can you invest in yourself? What “deferred maintenance” do you need to take care of? What most of us really need right now is rest. Could you resolve to go to bed earlier a few days per week? Or would you have more energy if you improve your diet? Remember, the best resource that you have for making a contribution to the world is YOU. When that resource is depleted, your most valuable asset is damaged. In other words: When we underinvest in our bodies, minds, or spirits, we destroy our most essential tools for leading our best lives.
5. What do you want to feel more of in 2021? Perhaps you want to feel less overwhelmed and more at peace, or maybe you want to feel more connected to others and less isolated. What behaviors or habits have, in the past, elicited the emotion that you are looking for? Maintenance habits (like cleaning up or getting to inbox zero) might make you feel less overwhelmed; finding purpose tends to make us feel more connected.
Talk with your friends and family about these questions; they are important ones. Once you’ve pondered the above checklist, make a list of your answers, and then cross off the ideas you have for goals, habits, or resolutions that simply aren’t realistic, or that your heart isn’t in. There’s no shame in narrowing things down, especially in the midst of this global crisis! Now, more than ever, that means eliminating “shoulds.”
Once you have a list of wishes for yourself, it’s time to turn them into action. Piles of research show that just dreaming about what you’d like to do, including making resolutions and setting goals, actually reduce the odds that you’ll achieve them. We also have to make specific plans, map out potential obstacles, and find ways to make the process enjoyable.
When done correctly, setting goals and making resolutions can shape our behavior for the better. Our habits can make us feel happier, healthier, and more connected to those around us. These are worthy goals in any year, whether we are in a pandemic or not.
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consciouslifenews--2020-12-29--World Astrology Forecast 2021 + Zodiac Sign Forecasts…

2021 begins with a stunning conjunction in Aquarius , the first since 1405 .
There is also a fantastic Sagittarius Solar Eclipse backdrop along with Mar and and Venus in perfect alignment .
The Sun also angles perfectly to the planet of innovation Uranus , and all this offers us hope of a brighter year.As ever , there some many challenging influences , not least that Saturn and Uranus clash for about 7 months in 2021 , also the Moon and Saturn are in conflict as the new year dawns .
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2021 begins with a stunning conjunction in Aquarius, the first since 1405. There is also a fantastic Sagittarius Solar Eclipse backdrop along with Mar and and Venus in perfect alignment. The Sun also angles perfectly to the planet of innovation Uranus, and all this offers us hope of a brighter year.As ever, there some many challenging influences, not least that Saturn and Uranus clash for about 7 months in 2021, also the Moon and Saturn are in conflict as the new year dawns. To watch this, and your individual zodiac forecast, please read below…
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consciouslifenews--2020-12-28--Signs Your Stomach Complications May Be Appendicitis

Appendicitis is a severe problem and can result in surgery or other complications if left untreated .
Signs of appendicitis can be confusing as most are applicable to other health issues as well .
This is why going to the doctor immediately will let you know whether or not the symptoms you ’ re experiencing pertain to appendicitis .
The most common signs may include blood in your stool , a lump or swelling under your skin in your abdomen , nausea or vomiting , or feeling fatigued or weak—most of which can be attributed to other illnesses as well @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the following stomach complications may also indicate appendicitis , although not in every situation : Many different things cause abdominal pain .
If this happens regularly , it might be appendicitis .
The pain can occur on the inside of your lower abdomen , which can be so intense that it can cause you to lose consciousness .
However , keep in mind that this type of pain may also be caused by problems with your gallbladder , which is the organ that secretes bile .
This problem can happen when the bile @ @ @ @ @ @ @ discomfort that lasts more than a couple of days and affects one or more of your abdominal organs could be a sign of appendicitis .
This condition can occur in either one or both the intestines .
If you have appendicitis , you will notice that the symptoms do n't improve after a few days , and you may find that the pain becomes worse .
It 's also important to remember that this condition is not easy to diagnose as there are many false positives associated with it .
Therefore , it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ away when you feel discomfort .
Consult with medical professionals such as , especially if your condition is so severe that it may require surgery .
You can try to relieve your pain with pain killers but this is not a long-term solution .
Another sign of appendicitis is pain that happens right after a bowel movement .
This type of pain can be located anywhere in the digestive system .
It could be in the lower stomach , the intestines , or even the lower back .
If these pains include are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , this could also be a sign .
You may try to but proceeding to the nearest hospital is still your best bet , especially if you feel like the pain you ’ re experiencing is unlike other regular stomachaches .
There are several reasons why you may be experiencing loose stool , such as a lack of dietary fiber or water in the body .
But how do you know if it 's appendicitis ?
If loose stool includes abdominal pain with nausea and vomiting , blood in the stool , pain @ @ @ @ @ @ @ these may be a sign of appendicitis .
Other symptoms that you should be concerned about include pain or burning while passing the stool .
This could be indicative that you have an infection in your intestines .
If fever accompanies this type of pain , then you may be suffering from appendicitis .
If you ’ re unsure about what 's causing these symptoms , you should try to keep a bowel movement diary that a doctor can check .
If you have any abnormal bowel movements , your general physician may @ @ @ @ @ @ @ However , if you think you may have appendicitis , taking a sample of your stool for laboratory testing is the next step .
Not having the interest to eat is often caused by certain hormones .
But if you see yourself skipping meals almost every day as you don ’ t have the appetite for it , be wary .
Loss of appetite is another complication that can be caused by appendicitis .
When left untreated , loss of appetite can worsen as it ’ ll result in nausea and vomiting , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ eat .
Abdominal bloating can be caused by constipation , weight gain , stress , and more .
But do you know that you can also experience abdominal bloating because of appendicitis ?
When your appendix becomes obstructed , it can cause infection and inflammation that can result in bloating .
So , if you ’ ve been living the same lifestyle and maintaining a healthy weight but still notice that you ’ re always bloated , consult a medical professional for a proper diagnosis right away .
There are several factors that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ discussed above are the most common .
If you often experience these symptoms , you should immediately seek help from a doctor .
That way , you can prevent your condition from getting worse .
If you know what to be wary of , you can avoid endangering yourself .

Appendicitis is a severe problem and can result in surgery or other complications if left untreated. Signs of appendicitis can be confusing as most are applicable to other health issues as well. This is why going to the doctor immediately will let you know whether or not the symptoms you’re experiencing pertain to appendicitis.
The most common signs may include blood in your stool, a lump or swelling under your skin in your abdomen, nausea or vomiting, or feeling fatigued or weak—most of which can be attributed to other illnesses as well. In addition to those mentioned, the following stomach complications may also indicate appendicitis, although not in every situation:
Abdominal Pain
Many different things cause abdominal pain. If this happens regularly, it might be appendicitis.
The pain can occur on the inside of your lower abdomen, which can be so intense that it can cause you to lose consciousness. However, keep in mind that this type of pain may also be caused by problems with your gallbladder, which is the organ that secretes bile. This problem can happen when the bile flow becomes blocked.
Abdominal pain or discomfort that lasts more than a couple of days and affects one or more of your abdominal organs could be a sign of appendicitis. This condition can occur in either one or both the intestines. If you have appendicitis, you will notice that the symptoms don't improve after a few days, and you may find that the pain becomes worse.
It's also important to remember that this condition is not easy to diagnose as there are many false positives associated with it. Therefore, it's essential to get the results straight away when you feel discomfort. Consult with medical professionals such as UCF Health general surgeons , especially if your condition is so severe that it may require surgery. You can try to relieve your pain with pain killers but this is not a long-term solution.
Pain After A Bowel Movement
Another sign of appendicitis is pain that happens right after a bowel movement. This type of pain can be located anywhere in the digestive system. It could be in the lower stomach, the intestines, or even the lower back. If these pains include are accompanied by unusual blood in your stool, this could also be a sign.
You may try to consume foods to ease your upset stomach but proceeding to the nearest hospital is still your best bet, especially if you feel like the pain you’re experiencing is unlike other regular stomachaches.
Loose Stool
There are several reasons why you may be experiencing loose stool, such as a lack of dietary fiber or water in the body. But how do you know if it's appendicitis?
If loose stool includes abdominal pain with nausea and vomiting, blood in the stool, pain when defecating, and fever, then these may be a sign of appendicitis. Other symptoms that you should be concerned about include pain or burning while passing the stool. This could be indicative that you have an infection in your intestines. If fever accompanies this type of pain, then you may be suffering from appendicitis.
If you’re unsure about what's causing these symptoms, you should try to keep a bowel movement diary that a doctor can check. If you have any abnormal bowel movements, your general physician may prescribe some medication to help you. However, if you think you may have appendicitis, taking a sample of your stool for laboratory testing is the next step.
Loss Of Appetite
Not having the interest to eat is often caused by certain hormones. But if you see yourself skipping meals almost every day as you don’t have the appetite for it, be wary. Loss of appetite is another complication that can be caused by appendicitis. When left untreated, loss of appetite can worsen as it’ll result in nausea and vomiting, making it more challenging for you to eat.
Abdominal Bloating
Abdominal bloating can be caused by constipation, weight gain, stress, and more. But do you know that you can also experience abdominal bloating because of appendicitis?
When your appendix becomes obstructed, it can cause infection and inflammation that can result in bloating. So, if you’ve been living the same lifestyle and maintaining a healthy weight but still notice that you’re always bloated, consult a medical professional for a proper diagnosis right away.
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consciouslifenews--2020-12-28--How To Manage Money In Your Small Business

The entire reason for most people behind starting their own small ( and hopefully one day to be large ) business is to make money .
This is the exciting part of being successful in business ; you can see your profits build up as a tangible way to prove to yourself that you ’ re doing well .
Unfortunately , when you make money you also need to manage that money , and that isn ’ t always seen as quite so exciting .
Yet if you want your business to last for a long time and you want @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with the money you ’ re making , it does need to be managed well .
Whether you outsource some of this work or continue to do it all by yourself , it will still need to be done .
Here are some things to consider when you need to manage the money in your business to ensure you don ’ t lose it all and have to fold .
When you first open your business , you might have tried to keep things simple and just have all the money you make @ @ @ @ @ @ @ This is something that many people do choose to do , and if they are the only person working in the business and the money is all theirs , why shouldn ’ t they do this ?
They shouldn ’ t do this because it can become very complicated as time goes by and the business grows .
It ’ s much better to keep your business and personal money separate by having two different bank accounts .
To start with , there are some great deals you can get for opening a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ take advantage of some of these .
As well as this , though , and more importantly , you won ’ t use up all your profits buying personal items .
If you have a separate account for your business transactions , you ’ ll be able to pay suppliers , you ’ ll be able to see exactly what income you have , and it will make things easier when it ’ s time to do your taxes .
Simply pay yourself a set sum of money each month into your personal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you want with that .
The rest can be kept safe so your business continues to run smoothly .
You won ’ t accidentally overspend and you won ’ t be confused as to what has been paid .
It ’ s much less complicated this way and will help you to manage your money more effectively .
Because not everyone enjoys looking at their business finances and checking through bank statements or ensuring that bills are paid on time , these tasks – and many more – can be put off .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ tasks are left for , the harder they will be .
It ’ s a better idea to put aside a little time each week , ideally at the same time each week so you can get a good overview of your business ’ s money and not miss anything , to work on your finances .
In this way , the job will take less time , and because it ’ s regular , you ’ ll soon get into the habit of doing it .
When you have time to do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sure all receipts are entered and filed away Little and often is a good motto when it comes to business finances , and if you can stick to this routine you won ’ t ever feel overwhelmed about your money again .
Make Sure You Get Paid It ’ s all too easy to send out an invoice and then forget all about it , especially when you ’ re the lone worker in your business and you have plenty of other things to be getting on with .
Unfortunately , even though @ @ @ @ @ @ @ paid on time , this is not always what happens , and much of the time you will need to chase up overdue invoices and ensure that the payment is made .
If you ’ re not aware of any outstanding invoices then it will be impossible for you to contact those who owe you to discuss payment .
You ’ ll want to know when they are paying you and ensure you will be getting the full amount .
If there are problems with the debtor paying because they are having financial @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an arrangement if you want to ; but without knowing that the money was owed in the first place , it ’ s impossible to move forward .
Even if your accounts look healthy , if you ’ re struggling to pay bills it might simply be that you ’ re owed a lot of money .
One way you can ensure that your income is not affected by late payments or by you forgetting to chase up money owed is to use factoring .
Factoring means you outsource your invoicing to a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you whatever it is you are invoicing your clients , minus their fee , and then they are paid by your client .
If the money needs to be chased , the factoring company does it .
In the meantime , you receive payment quickly and effortlessly .
You can about factoring and how it can help you to determine whether it would be a boon to your company or not .
It ’ s clearly an important element of business to know what money is coming in and whether or not your @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s just as important to know what money is going out and to understand what it is you owe and when the payment will be due .
This may sound simple , but it ’ s easy to file invoices away and forget them , especially when many won ’ t have payments due for 30 days .
The problem is , when you forget about the payments you need to make , you ’ ll soon have a pile of unpaid bills and , because you didn ’ t realize you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ money to satisfy the debt .
Paying bills when they become due is a much better way of handling and managing your money .
There will be a steady cash flow in and out ( especially if you use factoring ) , and your reputation in business will grow too .

The entire reason for most people behind starting their own small (and hopefully one day to be large) business is to make money. This is the exciting part of being successful in business; you can see your profits build up as a tangible way to prove to yourself that you’re doing well.
Unfortunately, when you make money you also need to manage that money, and that isn’t always seen as quite so exciting. Yet if you want your business to last for a long time and you want to do as much as you can with the money you’re making, it does need to be managed well. Whether you outsource some of this work or continue to do it all by yourself, it will still need to be done. Here are some things to consider when you need to manage the money in your business to ensure you don’t lose it all and have to fold.
Have Separate Accounts
When you first open your business, you might have tried to keep things simple and just have all the money you make go into your own personal account. This is something that many people do choose to do, and if they are the only person working in the business and the money is all theirs, why shouldn’t they do this?
They shouldn’t do this because it can become very complicated as time goes by and the business grows. It’s much better to keep your business and personal money separate by having two different bank accounts. To start with, there are some great deals you can get for opening a business bank account , and you might be able to take advantage of some of these. As well as this, though, and more importantly, you won’t use up all your profits buying personal items.
If you have a separate account for your business transactions, you’ll be able to pay suppliers, you’ll be able to see exactly what income you have, and it will make things easier when it’s time to do your taxes. Simply pay yourself a set sum of money each month into your personal account, and you can do whatever you want with that. The rest can be kept safe so your business continues to run smoothly. You won’t accidentally overspend and you won’t be confused as to what has been paid. It’s much less complicated this way and will help you to manage your money more effectively.
Make Finance A Regular Task
Because not everyone enjoys looking at their business finances and checking through bank statements or ensuring that bills are paid on time, these tasks – and many more – can be put off. The problem is, the longer these tasks are left for, the harder they will be.
It’s a better idea to put aside a little time each week, ideally at the same time each week so you can get a good overview of your business’s money and not miss anything, to work on your finances. In this way, the job will take less time, and because it’s regular, you’ll soon get into the habit of doing it.
When you have time to do your finances you can:
Make sure all receipts are entered and filed away
Process canceled checks
Log your company mileage and gas usage
Enter invoices and payments
Little and often is a good motto when it comes to business finances, and if you can stick to this routine you won’t ever feel overwhelmed about your money again.
Make Sure You Get Paid
It’s all too easy to send out an invoice and then forget all about it, especially when you’re the lone worker in your business and you have plenty of other things to be getting on with. Unfortunately, even though it would be great if everyone always paid on time, this is not always what happens, and much of the time you will need to chase up overdue invoices and ensure that the payment is made.
If you’re not aware of any outstanding invoices then it will be impossible for you to contact those who owe you to discuss payment. You’ll want to know when they are paying you and ensure you will be getting the full amount. If there are problems with the debtor paying because they are having financial difficulties, then you can come to an arrangement if you want to; but without knowing that the money was owed in the first place, it’s impossible to move forward. Even if your accounts look healthy, if you’re struggling to pay bills it might simply be that you’re owed a lot of money.
One way you can ensure that your income is not affected by late payments or by you forgetting to chase up money owed is to use factoring. Factoring means you outsource your invoicing to a third party. This factoring company pays you whatever it is you are invoicing your clients, minus their fee, and then they are paid by your client. If the money needs to be chased, the factoring company does it. In the meantime, you receive payment quickly and effortlessly. You can learn more about factoring and how it can help you to determine whether it would be a boon to your company or not.
Make Sure You Pay
It’s clearly an important element of business to know what money is coming in and whether or not your clients are paying you, but it’s just as important to know what money is going out and to understand what it is you owe and when the payment will be due. This may sound simple, but it’s easy to file invoices away and forget them, especially when many won’t have payments due for 30 days. The problem is, when you forget about the payments you need to make, you’ll soon have a pile of unpaid bills and, because you didn’t realize you had to pay, potentially not enough money to satisfy the debt. Consider using a payroll software for small business.
Paying bills when they become due is a much better way of handling and managing your money. There will be a steady cash flow in and out (especially if you use factoring), and your reputation in business will grow too.