consciouslifenews--2020-04-15--COVID-19 and the War on Cash: What Is Behind the Push for a Cashless Society?

Cash may well become a casualty of the COVID-19 pandemic .
As these COVID-19 lockdowns drag out , more and more individuals and businesses are going cashless ( for convenience and in a so-called effort to avoid spreading coronavirus germs ) , engaging in online commerce or using digital forms of currency ( bank cards , digital wallets , etc. )
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As a result , physical cash is no longer king .
Yet there are other , more devious , reasons for this re-engineering of society away from physical cash : a cashless society—easily monitored , controlled , manipulated @ @ @ @ @ @ @ into the hands of the government ( and its corporate partners ) .
To this end , the government and its corporate partners-in-crime have been waging a subtle war on cash for some time now .
What is this war on cash ?
It ’ s a concerted campaign to shift consumers towards a digital mode of commerce that can easily be monitored , tracked , tabulated , mined for data , hacked , hijacked and confiscated when convenient .
According to economist Steve Forbes , “ The real reason for this war @ @ @ @ @ @ @ then work your way down—is an ugly power grab by Big Government .
People will have less privacy : Electronic commerce makes it easier for Big Brother to see what we ’ re doing , thereby making it simpler to bar activities it doesn ’ t like , such as purchasing salt , sugar , big bottles of soda and Big Macs.
” Much like the war on drugs and the war on terror , this so-called “ war on cash ” is being sold to the public as a means of fighting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and now COVID-19 germs .
Digital currency provides the government and its corporate partners with the ultimate method to track , control you and punish you .
In recent years , just the mere possession of significant amounts of cash could implicate you in suspicious activity and label you a criminal .
The rationale ( by police ) is that cash is the currency for illegal transactions given that it ’ s harder to track , can be used to pay illegal immigrants , and denies the government its share of the “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ paper money will help law enforcement fight crime and help the government realize more revenue .
Despite what we know about the government and its history of corruption , bumbling , fumbling and data breaches , not to mention how easily technology can be used against us , the campaign to do away with cash is really not a hard sell .
It ’ s not a hard sell , that is , if you know the right buttons to push , and the government has become a grandmaster in the art of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it wants .
Remember , this is the same government that plans to use behavioral science tactics to “ nudge ” citizens to comply with the government ’ s public policy and program initiatives .
It ’ s also not a hard sell if you belong to the Digital Generation , that segment of the population for whom technology is second nature and “ the first generation born into a world that has never not known digital life.
” And it ’ s certainly not a hard sell if you belong to the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cell phones to pay bills , purchase goods , and transfer funds .
In much the same way that Americans have opted into government surveillance through the convenience of GPS devices and cell phones , digital cash—the means of paying with one ’ s debit card , credit card or cell phone—is becoming the de facto commerce of the American police state .
Not too long ago , it was estimated that smartphones would replace cash and credit cards altogether by 2020 .
Right on schedule , a growing number of businesses are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , hotels , rental car companies , restaurants , and retail stores .
In Sweden , even the homeless and churches accept digital cash .
Making the case for “ never , ever carrying cash ” in lieu of a digital wallet , journalist Lisa Rabasca Roepe argues that cash is inconvenient , ATM access is costly , and it ’ s now possible to reimburse people using digital apps such as Venmo .
Thus , there ’ s no longer a need for cash .
“ More and more retailers and grocery @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Wallet , Samsung Pay , and Android Pay , ” notes Roepe .
“ PayPal 's app is now accepted at many chain stores including Barnes & Noble , Foot Locker , Home Depot , and Office Depot .
Walmart and CVS have both developed their own payment apps while their competitors Target and RiteAid are working on their own apps.
” It ’ s not just cash that is going digital , either .
A growing number of states are looking to adopt digital driver ’ s licenses that would reside on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ include all of the information contained on your printed license , along with a few “ extras ” such as real-time data downloaded directly from your state 's Department of Motor Vehicles .
Of course , reading between the lines , having a digital driver ’ s license will open you up to much the same jeopardy as digital cash : it will make it possible for the government to better track your movements , monitor your activities and communications and ultimately shut you down .
So what ’ s the deal here @ @ @ @ @ @ @ go along with living in a digital age—namely , convenience—it ’ s hard to imagine how a cashless world navigated by way of a digital wallet doesn ’ t signal the beginning of the end for what little privacy we have left and leave us vulnerable to the likes of government thieves and data hackers .
First , when I say privacy , I ’ m not just referring to the things that you don ’ t want people to know about , those little things you do behind closed doors that are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ intimate .
I am also referring to the things that are deeply personal and which no one need know about , certainly not the government and its constabulary of busybodies , nannies , Peeping Toms , jail wardens , and petty bureaucrats .
Second , we ’ re already witnessing how easy it will be for government agents to manipulate digital wallets for their own gain .
For example , civil asset forfeiture schemes are becoming even more profitable for police agencies thanks to ERAD ( Electronic Recovery and Access to Data ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Security that allow police to not only determine the balance of any magnetic-stripe card ( i.e.
, debit , credit , and gift cards ) but also freeze and seize any funds on pre-paid money cards .
In fact , the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that it does not violate the Fourth Amendment for police to scan or swipe your credit card .
Third , as commentator Paul Craig Roberts observed , while Americans have been distracted by the government ’ s costly war on terror , “ the financial system @ @ @ @ @ @ @ done more damage to Americans than terrorists could possibly inflict.
” Ultimately , as Roberts—who served as Assistant Secretary of the Treasury for Economic Policy under Ronald Reagan—makes clear , the war on cash is about giving the government the ultimate control of the economy and complete access to the citizenry ’ s pocketbook .
Fourth , if there ’ s a will , there ’ s a way .
So far , every technological convenience that has made our lives easier has also become our Achilles ’ heel , opening us up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ agents alike .
In recent years , the U.S. government has been repeatedly hacked .
In 2015 , the Office of Personnel Management had more than 20 million personnel files stolen , everything from Social Security numbers to birth dates and fingerprint records .
In 2014 , it was the White House , the State Department , the Post Office , and other government agencies , along with a host of financial institutions , retailers and entertainment giants that had their files breached .
And these are the people in charge of protecting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there ’ s one entity that will not stop using cash for its own nefarious purposes , it ’ s the U.S. government .
Cash is the currency used by the government to pay off its foreign “ associates.
” For instance , the Obama administration flew more than $ 400 million in cash to Iran , reportedly as part of a financial settlement with the country .
Critics claim the money was ransom paid for the return of American hostages .
And then there was the $ 12 billion in shrink-wrapped $ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Iraq only to claim it had no record of what happened to the money .
It just disappeared , we were told .
So when government economists tell you that two-thirds of all $ 100 bills in circulation are overseas—more than half a trillion dollars ’ worth—it ’ s a pretty good bet that the government played a significant part in their export .
Sixth , this drive to do away with cash is part of a larger global trend driven by international financial institutions and the United Nations that is transforming nations @ @ @ @ @ @ @ nation to the biggest , most advanced economies .
Finally , short of returning to a pre-technological , Luddite age , there ’ s really no way to pull this horseback now that it ’ s left the gate .
While doing so is near impossible , it would also mean doing without the many conveniences and advantages that are the better angels , if you will , of technology ’ s totalitarian tendencies : the internet , medical advances , etc .
To our detriment , we have virtually no control over @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it is stored , or how it is used .
Whether we ever had much control remains up for debate .
However , in terms of our bargaining power over digital privacy rights , we have been reduced to a pitiful , unenviable position in which we can only hope and trust that those in power will treat our information with respect .
Clearly , as I make clear in my book Battlefield America : The War on the American People , we have come full circle , back to a pre-revolutionary era @ @ @ @ @ @ @

“The fact is that the government, like a highwayman, says to a man: Your money, or your life. And many, if not most, taxes are paid under the compulsion of that threat. The government does not, indeed, waylay a man in a lonely place, spring upon him from the road side, and, holding a pistol to his head, proceed to rifle his pockets. But the robbery is none the less a robbery on that account; and it is far more dastardly and shameful.”—Lysander Spooner, American abolitionist and legal theorist
Cash may well become a casualty of the COVID-19 pandemic.
As these COVID-19 lockdowns drag out, more and more individuals and businesses are going cashless (for convenience and in a so-called effort to avoid spreading coronavirus germs), engaging in online commerce or using digital forms of currency (bank cards, digital wallets, etc.). As a result, physical cash is no longer king.
Yet there are other, more devious, reasons for this re-engineering of society away from physical cash: a cashless society—easily monitored, controlled, manipulated, weaponized and locked down—would play right into the hands of the government (and its corporate partners).
To this end, the government and its corporate partners-in-crime have been waging a subtle war on cash for some time now.
What is this war on cash?
It’s a concerted campaign to shift consumers towards a digital mode of commerce that can easily be monitored, tracked, tabulated, mined for data, hacked, hijacked and confiscated when convenient.
According to economist Steve Forbes, “The real reason for this war on cash—start with the big bills and then work your way down—is an ugly power grab by Big Government. People will have less privacy: Electronic commerce makes it easier for Big Brother to see what we’re doing, thereby making it simpler to bar activities it doesn’t like, such as purchasing salt, sugar, big bottles of soda and Big Macs.”
Much like the war on drugs and the war on terror, this so-called “war on cash” is being sold to the public as a means of fighting terrorists, drug dealers, tax evaders and now COVID-19 germs.
Digital currency provides the government and its corporate partners with the ultimate method to track, control you and punish you.
In recent years, just the mere possession of significant amounts of cash could implicate you in suspicious activity and label you a criminal. The rationale (by police) is that cash is the currency for illegal transactions given that it’s harder to track, can be used to pay illegal immigrants, and denies the government its share of the “take,” so doing away with paper money will help law enforcement fight crime and help the government realize more revenue.
Despite what we know about the government and its history of corruption, bumbling, fumbling and data breaches, not to mention how easily technology can be used against us, the campaign to do away with cash is really not a hard sell.
It’s not a hard sell, that is, if you know the right buttons to push, and the government has become a grandmaster in the art of getting the citizenry to do exactly what it wants. Remember, this is the same government that plans to use behavioral science tactics to “nudge” citizens to comply with the government’s public policy and program initiatives.
It’s also not a hard sell if you belong to the Digital Generation, that segment of the population for whom technology is second nature and “the first generation born into a world that has never not known digital life.”
And it’s certainly not a hard sell if you belong to the growing class of Americans who use their cell phones to pay bills, purchase goods, and transfer funds.
In much the same way that Americans have opted into government surveillance through the convenience of GPS devices and cell phones, digital cash—the means of paying with one’s debit card, credit card or cell phone—is becoming the de facto commerce of the American police state.
Not too long ago, it was estimated that smartphones would replace cash and credit cards altogether by 2020. Right on schedule, a growing number of businesses are adopting no-cash policies, including certain airlines, hotels, rental car companies, restaurants, and retail stores. In Sweden, even the homeless and churches accept digital cash.
Making the case for “never, ever carrying cash” in lieu of a digital wallet, journalist Lisa Rabasca Roepe argues that cash is inconvenient, ATM access is costly, and it’s now possible to reimburse people using digital apps such as Venmo. Thus, there’s no longer a need for cash. “More and more retailers and grocery stores are embracing Apple Pay, Google Wallet, Samsung Pay, and Android Pay,” notes Roepe. “PayPal's app is now accepted at many chain stores including Barnes & Noble, Foot Locker, Home Depot, and Office Depot. Walmart and CVS have both developed their own payment apps while their competitors Target and RiteAid are working on their own apps.”
It’s not just cash that is going digital, either.
A growing number of states are looking to adopt digital driver’s licenses that would reside on your mobile phone. These licenses would include all of the information contained on your printed license, along with a few “extras” such as real-time data downloaded directly from your state's Department of Motor Vehicles.
Of course, reading between the lines, having a digital driver’s license will open you up to much the same jeopardy as digital cash: it will make it possible for the government to better track your movements, monitor your activities and communications and ultimately shut you down.
So what’s the deal here?
Despite all of the advantages that go along with living in a digital age—namely, convenience—it’s hard to imagine how a cashless world navigated by way of a digital wallet doesn’t signal the beginning of the end for what little privacy we have left and leave us vulnerable to the likes of government thieves and data hackers.
First, when I say privacy, I’m not just referring to the things that you don’t want people to know about, those little things you do behind closed doors that are neither illegal nor harmful but embarrassing or intimate. I am also referring to the things that are deeply personal and which no one need know about, certainly not the government and its constabulary of busybodies, nannies, Peeping Toms, jail wardens, and petty bureaucrats.
Second, we’re already witnessing how easy it will be for government agents to manipulate digital wallets for their own gain. For example, civil asset forfeiture schemes are becoming even more profitable for police agencies thanks to ERAD (Electronic Recovery and Access to Data) devices supplied by the Department of Homeland Security that allow police to not only determine the balance of any magnetic-stripe card (i.e., debit, credit, and gift cards) but also freeze and seize any funds on pre-paid money cards. In fact, the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that it does not violate the Fourth Amendment for police to scan or swipe your credit card.
Third, as commentator Paul Craig Roberts observed, while Americans have been distracted by the government’s costly war on terror, “the financial system, working hand-in-hand with policymakers, has done more damage to Americans than terrorists could possibly inflict.” Ultimately, as Roberts—who served as Assistant Secretary of the Treasury for Economic Policy under Ronald Reagan—makes clear, the war on cash is about giving the government the ultimate control of the economy and complete access to the citizenry’s pocketbook.
Fourth, if there’s a will, there’s a way. So far, every technological convenience that has made our lives easier has also become our Achilles’ heel, opening us up to greater vulnerabilities from hackers and government agents alike. In recent years, the U.S. government has been repeatedly hacked. In 2015, the Office of Personnel Management had more than 20 million personnel files stolen, everything from Social Security numbers to birth dates and fingerprint records. In 2014, it was the White House, the State Department, the Post Office, and other government agencies, along with a host of financial institutions, retailers and entertainment giants that had their files breached. And these are the people in charge of protecting our sensitive information?
Fifth, if there’s one entity that will not stop using cash for its own nefarious purposes, it’s the U.S. government. Cash is the currency used by the government to pay off its foreign “associates.” For instance, the Obama administration flew more than $400 million in cash to Iran, reportedly as part of a financial settlement with the country. Critics claim the money was ransom paid for the return of American hostages. And then there was the $12 billion in shrink-wrapped $100 bills that the U.S. flew to Iraq only to claim it had no record of what happened to the money. It just disappeared, we were told. So when government economists tell you that two-thirds of all $100 bills in circulation are overseas—more than half a trillion dollars’ worth—it’s a pretty good bet that the government played a significant part in their export.
Sixth, this drive to do away with cash is part of a larger global trend driven by international financial institutions and the United Nations that is transforming nations of all sizes, from the smallest nation to the biggest, most advanced economies.
Finally, short of returning to a pre-technological, Luddite age, there’s really no way to pull this horseback now that it’s left the gate. While doing so is near impossible, it would also mean doing without the many conveniences and advantages that are the better angels, if you will, of technology’s totalitarian tendencies: the internet, medical advances, etc.
To our detriment, we have virtually no control over who accesses our private information, how it is stored, or how it is used. Whether we ever had much control remains up for debate. However, in terms of our bargaining power over digital privacy rights, we have been reduced to a pitiful, unenviable position in which we can only hope and trust that those in power will treat our information with respect.
Clearly, as I make clear in my book Battlefield America: The War on the American People, we have come full circle, back to a pre-revolutionary era of taxation without any real representation.


consciouslifenews--2020-04-15--How to Gain Access To Your True Inheritance | Derek Rydall LIVE Today at 1pm Pacific

Derek Rydall is one of the very best teachers of spiritual principles that help you to live your best life .
So , you 're gon na want to tune in at 1pm PST to his live call today , titled “ How to Gain Access To Our True Inheritance.
” Derek will likely be in a very raw state today as he lost his 24-year-old-son just last week .
Still , he decided to go on and do this call for all of us .
You can register for the call here : In this very intimate and raw @ @ @ @ @ @ @ How the greatest tragedy in my life became the greatest triumph of my soul , because of One Principle • How we can access our deepest wealth during difficult times , and come out of this stronger than we ever imagined • The only thing that will make us truly rich — beyond anything the world can give us and something that can never be taken away • Why now , more than ever , you have a chance to unlock your true capacity for fulfilling your destiny • The One Thing that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ return to you multiplied over and over , without limits On this live call , Derek will help many of us to have INSTANT BREAKTHROUGHS : life-changing shifts in minutes that usually takes months , if ever .
You don ’ t want to miss it – you will FEEL THE SHIFT !

Derek Rydall is one of the very best teachers of spiritual principles that help you to live your best life. So, you're gonna want to listen to the replay of his amazing talk titled: “How to Gain Access To Our True Inheritance.” Derek was in a very raw state as he lost his 24-year-old-son just last week. Still, he decided to go on and do this call for all of us. You can register for the call REPLAY here:
https://consciouslifenews.com/derek-rydall-live-q-and-a
In this very intimate and raw call, Derek shared:
How the greatest tragedy in my life became the greatest triumph of my soul, because of One Principle
How we can access our deepest wealth during difficult times, and come out of this stronger than we ever imagined
The only thing that will make us truly rich — beyond anything the world can give us and something that can never be taken away
Why now, more than ever, you have a chance to unlock your true capacity for fulfilling your destiny
The One Thing that when you give it, it will return to you multiplied over and over, without limits
On this live call, Derek will help many of us to have INSTANT BREAKTHROUGHS: life-changing shifts in minutes that usually takes months, if ever.
You don’t want to miss it – you will FEEL THE SHIFT!
Register here for the REPLAY:
https://consciouslifenews.com/derek-rydall-live-q-and-a


consciouslifenews--2020-04-15--Abraham Hicks: Most Inspiring Speech For Humanity Right Now | Law Of Attraction 2020 (LOA)

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consciouslifenews--2020-04-15--Can You Trust the WHO With COVID-19 Pandemic Response?

Only 25 % of WHO ’ s funding comes from member states .
The remaining 75 % comes from voluntary contributions .
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation — the investments of which include junk food manufacturers , alcohol and drug retailers — is the biggest funder There ’ s other evidence suggesting the WHO is acting as little more than a Big Pharma front group .
For example , a 2019 congressional report concluded Purdue Pharma had influenced WHO ’ s opioid guidelines PACE concluded there was “ overwhelming evidence that the seriousness of the pandemic was vastly overrated @ @ @ @ @ @ @ drug industry had influenced the organization ’ s decision-making The Council of Europe Parliamentary Assembly ( PACE ) questioned the WHO ’ s handling of the 2009 swine flu pandemic , saying its recommendation to stockpile antivirals and vaccines wasted public funds The World Health Organization is a specialized agency of the United Nations established in 1948 to further international cooperation for improved public health conditions .
It was given a broad mandate under its constitution to promote the attainment of “ the highest possible level of health ” by all peoples .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ statement in September 2019 that they had worked with Facebook to curb vaccine “ misinformation ” and usurp free speech and accountable democracy in America.1 In this article , I will show you that the WHO is beyond conflicted , and because of its existing funding fails to complete its initial mandate .
Worse , WHO serves its corporate masters and essentially is destroying , not improving , the health of the world .
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that from April 12 , 2009 , to April 10 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cases , 274,000 hospitalizations , and 12,469 deaths ( 0.02 % infection fatality rate/mortality rate ) in the United States due to the H1N1 ( swine flu ) virus .
June 11 , 2009 , the World Health Organization declared a global pandemic of novel influenza A ( H1N1 ) .2 A vaccine was rapidly unveiled , and within months , cases of disability and death from the H1N1 vaccine were reported in various parts of the world .
In the aftermath , the Council of Europe Parliamentary Assembly ( PACE ) questioned @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pandemic .
In June 2010 , PACE concluded “ the handling of the pandemic by the World Health Organization ( WHO ) , EU health agencies and national governments led to a ‘ waste of large sums of public money , and unjustified scares and fears about the health risks faced by the European public.
’ ” 3 Specifically , PACE concluded there was “ overwhelming evidence that the seriousness of the pandemic was vastly overrated by WHO , ” and that the drug industry had influenced the organization ’ s decision-making .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Apparently , we learned nothing from that fiasco .
Disturbingly , while the WHO was found to have had serious conflicts of interest with the drug industry , nothing has actually changed since then , which makes one wonder whether the WHO ’ s COVID-19 pandemic response can actually be trusted .
As reported by the Natural Society in 2014:5 Why the Secrecy Around WHO ’ s Advisers ?
The joint investigation , led by BMJ features editor Deborah Cohen and journalist Philip Carter , was published in January 2010 in the BMJ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Cohen and Carter pointed out that:7,8 WHO ’ s Pandemic Plan Was the Product of the Drug Industry As explained by Cohen and Carter,9 wrongdoing at WHO began 10 years before the swine flu pandemic , in 1999 — the year WHO drew up its influenza pandemic plan .
The authors detail the conflicts of interest inherent in that document , so for a more complete picture , I suggest reading through their full analysis.10 In summary , the pandemic plan was prepared by WHO employees in collaboration with the European Scientific Working @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a working group consisting of “ key opinion leaders in influenza ” that is “ funded entirely by Roche and other influenza drug manufacturers.
” One of ESWI ’ s stated roles is to lobby politicians , Cohen and Carter notes .
Two of the six WHO employees had also participated in Roche sponsored events the year before .
Two of the ESWI scientists had also worked on Roche marketing materials , and both were “ engaged in a randomized controlled trial on oseltamivir supported by Roche ” at the time the pandemic @ @ @ @ @ @ @ conflicts of interest were disclosed in the pandemic plan document .
Even more suspicious , that oseltamivir trial “ remains one of the main studies supporting oseltamivir ’ s effectiveness — and one that was subsequently shown to have employed undeclared industry funded ghostwriters , ” Cohen and Carter write,11 adding the ESWI ’ s policy plan for 2006 through 2010 : In December 2009 , WikiLeaks also released a cache of documents12,13,14,15 leaked from a pharma trade group that revealed how the WHO Expert Working Group on R & D Financing had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ thus allowing the drug industry to influence WHO ’ s policy decisions on drug research .
There ’ s other evidence suggesting the WHO is acting as little more than a Big Pharma front group .
For example , just last year , in 2019 , the report,16 “ Corrupting Influence : Purdue & the WHO , ” produced by U.S. Reps. Katherine Clark ( D-Mass . )
and Hal Rogers ( R-Ky. ) , concluded Purdue Pharma had influenced WHO ’ s opioid guidelines.17,18 The executive summary of “ Corrupting Influence ” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ how WHO , both in its 2011 adult guidance and its 2012 pediatric guidance , parroted Purdue ’ s false claims that opioid dependence “ occurs in less than 1 % of patients , ” and that “ if prescribed in accordance with established dosage regimens , are known to be safe and there is no need to fear accidental death or dependence.
” Remarkably , in its 2012 opioid guidance for children with cancer pain , WHO claims “ there is no maximum dosage of strong opioids like OxyContin for children , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The WHO published this claim despite the fact that U.S. public health agencies have found that fatal overdoses skyrocket in adult patients who are prescribed above 90 morphine milligram equivalents ( MME ) per day , ” Clark and Rogers write , adding : Calls for Reformation of WHO After Ebola Crisis The WHO was also heavily criticized for its lack of leadership during the 2013 through 2015 Ebola outbreak in West Africa .
It took five months before WHO declared the outbreak a public health emergency of international concern , which “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the outbreak , ” according to an academic assessment published in 2017.20 Two separate reports published in 2015 highlighted the WHO ’ s failures , one issued by a panel of independent experts commissioned by WHO itself,21 and one by an independent group of 19 international experts convened by the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine ( LSHTM ) and the Harvard Global Health Institute.22 While the WHO is recognized as being uniquely suited to carry out key functions necessary in a global pandemic , the LSHTM and Harvard Global Health Institute @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by now lost so much trust that radical reforms will be required before it will be able to assume an authoritative role .
Who Funds the WHO ?
As reported in the January 2016 issue of Pharmaceutical Technology,23 only one-quarter of WHO ’ s funding comes from member states .
The remaining 75 % comes from voluntary contributions , and The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is the biggest funder .
Its donations even exceed those of any individual member state .
The Gates Foundation 's involvement with WHO is of particular interest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Times opinion piece,24 published March 31 , 2020 , Gates calls for the complete shutdown of all U.S. states and quarantining of all Americans “ until the case numbers start to go down … which could take 10 weeks or more.
” While Gates can undoubtedly afford it , few working-class Americans would be able to survive without income for months on end .
And , considering the mortality rate of COVID-19 is now believed to be similar to the flu , which is around 0.1 % ,25 shutting down society for several @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , unless there ’ s something else going on that we don ’ t know about .
In March on Friday the 13th , 2020 , Gates resigned from the Microsoft board to focus on philanthropic ventures , including global health.26 Most likely , much of his attention will be funneled toward The Gates Foundation .
In 2017 , a long list of public interest , health and citizens ’ groups sent an open letter27 to the executive board of the WHO , criticizing the organization ’ s proposal to admit The Bill @ @ @ @ @ @ @ actor into “ official relations ” with the WHO and its governing body , the World Health Assembly.28 According to the letter : The signatories also urge member states to fund WHO adequately so as to prevent the organization from having to rely on donations from actors that have a heavy stake in food , drug and alcohol companies .
While the Gates Foundation has been a “ two-entity structure ” since 2006,29 where the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation distributes money and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Trust manages assets and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ clearly visible , making the claim that the two are completely separate a hard sell .
In 2017 , India ’ s National Technical Advisory Group on Immunization ( NTAGI ) severed its ties with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation .
According to India Times,30 “ There were questions about the Gates Foundation ’ s ties with pharmaceutical companies and the possible influence this may have on the country ’ s vaccination strategy.
” The Indian Health Ministry confirmed that the NTAGI would from there on be fully funded by the central @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Gates himself is likely to have some clue as to where the money is being invested , and therefore can steer the Foundation ’ s activities in a direction that will ultimately benefit and make money for the Gates Foundation Trust .
WHO ’ s handling of the current COVID-19 pandemic has also come under increasing scrutiny .
A February 16 , 2020 , CNN article31 highlights WHO director general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus ’ “ effusive ” praise over China ’ s response to the outbreak in Wuhan City , despite evidence suggesting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and control news about the virus , even threatening medical whistleblowers with arrest.
” In the final analysis , it seems doubtful that WHO is sufficiently independent to safeguard public health around the world .
The drug industry has no lesser influence over WHO today than it did in 2009 when PACE outed the organization as being unduly influenced by vested interests .
Back then , WHO pushed countries around the world to invest in antivirals and swine flu vaccines with poor efficacy and safety .
Today , we have Gates , a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a 10-week or longer shutdown of the U.S. and the rapid building of brand new vaccine manufacturing facilities to handle the manufacturing of billions of doses of COVID-19 vaccine .
Who benefits and who loses by the implementation of those two recommendations ?
Think about it .
Tell NYU Professor to Start Testing Zinc to Prevent COVID-19 Anna Bershteyn , an assistant professor at NYU Grossman School of Medicine , is overseeing a trial of hydroxychloroquine , a popular antimalarial drug , to determine if it can prevent COVID-19 .
Many doctors are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the protocol , but Bershteyn ’ s trial does not include it .
Even worse , she is using vitamin C as a placebo , which virtually guarantees that the drug will fail in trials and ensure that there is more demand for a vaccine .
Please email Bershteyn TODAY and let her know to start incorporating zinc into her hydroxychloroquine trials immediately , as hydroxychloroquine is a zinc ionophore that , if successful , could save many lives .

By Dr. Joseph Mercola | mercola.com
Only 25% of WHO’s funding comes from member states. The remaining 75% comes from voluntary contributions. The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation — the investments of which include junk food manufacturers, alcohol and drug retailers — is the biggest funder
There’s other evidence suggesting the WHO is acting as little more than a Big Pharma front group. For example, a 2019 congressional report concluded Purdue Pharma had influenced WHO’s opioid guidelines
PACE concluded there was “overwhelming evidence that the seriousness of the pandemic was vastly overrated by WHO,” and that the drug industry had influenced the organization’s decision-making
The Council of Europe Parliamentary Assembly (PACE) questioned the WHO’s handling of the 2009 swine flu pandemic, saying its recommendation to stockpile antivirals and vaccines wasted public funds
The World Health Organization is a specialized agency of the United Nations established in 1948 to further international cooperation for improved public health conditions. It was given a broad mandate under its constitution to promote the attainment of “the highest possible level of health” by all peoples.
You might recall that WHO released a statement in September 2019 that they had worked with Facebook to curb vaccine “misinformation” and usurp free speech and accountable democracy in America.1
In this article, I will show you that the WHO is beyond conflicted, and because of its existing funding fails to complete its initial mandate. Worse, WHO serves its corporate masters and essentially is destroying, not improving, the health of the world.
The 2009 Swine Flu Pandemic — A WHO Vaccine Fiasco
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that from April 12, 2009, to April 10, 2010, there were 60.8 million cases, 274,000 hospitalizations, and 12,469 deaths (0.02% infection fatality rate/mortality rate) in the United States due to the H1N1 (swine flu) virus.
June 11, 2009, the World Health Organization declared a global pandemic of novel influenza A (H1N1).2 A vaccine was rapidly unveiled, and within months, cases of disability and death from the H1N1 vaccine were reported in various parts of the world.
In the aftermath, the Council of Europe Parliamentary Assembly (PACE) questioned the WHO’s handling of the pandemic. In June 2010, PACE concluded “the handling of the pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO), EU health agencies and national governments led to a ‘waste of large sums of public money, and unjustified scares and fears about the health risks faced by the European public.’”3
WHO Acted Like a Pharma Front Group
Specifically, PACE concluded there was “overwhelming evidence that the seriousness of the pandemic was vastly overrated by WHO,” and that the drug industry had influenced the organization’s decision-making. As noted in a PACE press release:4
“The Assembly … set out a series of urgent recommendations for greater transparency and better governance in public health, as well as safeguards against what it called ‘undue influence by vested interests.’
It called for a public fund to support independent research, trials and expert advice, possibly financed by an obligatory contribution of the pharmaceutical industry. It also called the media to avoid ‘sensationalism and scaremongering in the public health domain.’”
Apparently, we learned nothing from that fiasco. Disturbingly, while the WHO was found to have had serious conflicts of interest with the drug industry, nothing has actually changed since then, which makes one wonder whether the WHO’s COVID-19 pandemic response can actually be trusted. As reported by the Natural Society in 2014:5
“… a joint investigation by the British Medical Journal (BMJ) and the Bureau of Investigative Journalism (BIJ) has uncovered some serious conflicts of interest between the World Health Organization (WHO), who proposed … heavy vaccinations, and the pharmaceutical companies which created them.
The joint-investigation’s report explains that the WHO profited immensely6 from the scare tactics they utilized to promote the use of a swine flu vaccine. Creating mass hysteria was the WHO’s emergency advisory committee’s goal … The WHO told the world that up to 7 million people could die without the vaccines they were pushing …
The advisory panel was choked with individuals highly connected to the pharmaceutical companies with vested interests in both antiviral and influenza vaccines.
An over $4 billion stake was invested in developing these vaccines, and without a pandemic there would be no use for them. Utilizing propaganda and fear, the drugs were pushed on unsuspecting people, and the money was made.”
Why the Secrecy Around WHO’s Advisers?
The joint investigation, led by BMJ features editor Deborah Cohen and journalist Philip Carter, was published in January 2010 in the BMJ Clinical Research journal. In it, Cohen and Carter pointed out that:7,8
“Key scientists advising the World Health Organization on planning for an influenza pandemic had done paid work for pharmaceutical firms that stood to gain from the guidance they were preparing. These conflicts of interest have never been publicly disclosed by WHO …
Evidence … raises troubling questions about how WHO managed conflicts of interest among the scientists who advised its pandemic planning, and about the transparency of the science underlying its advice to governments.
Was it appropriate for WHO to take advice from experts who had declarable financial and research ties with pharmaceutical companies producing antivirals and influenza vaccines?
Why was key WHO guidance authored by an influenza expert who had received payment for other work from Roche, manufacturers of oseltamivir, and GlaxoSmithKline, manufacturers of zanamivir?
And why does the composition of the emergency committee from which Chan sought guidance remain a secret known only to those within WHO? We are left wondering whether major public health organizations are able to effectively manage the conflicts of interest that are inherent in medical science.”
WHO’s Pandemic Plan Was the Product of the Drug Industry
As explained by Cohen and Carter,9 wrongdoing at WHO began 10 years before the swine flu pandemic, in 1999 — the year WHO drew up its influenza pandemic plan. The authors detail the conflicts of interest inherent in that document, so for a more complete picture, I suggest reading through their full analysis.10
In summary, the pandemic plan was prepared by WHO employees in collaboration with the European Scientific Working Group on Influenza (ESWI), a working group consisting of “key opinion leaders in influenza” that is “funded entirely by Roche and other influenza drug manufacturers.” One of ESWI’s stated roles is to lobby politicians, Cohen and Carter notes.
Two of the six WHO employees had also participated in Roche sponsored events the year before. Two of the ESWI scientists had also worked on Roche marketing materials, and both were “engaged in a randomized controlled trial on oseltamivir supported by Roche” at the time the pandemic plan was written. None of these conflicts of interest were disclosed in the pandemic plan document.
Even more suspicious, that oseltamivir trial “remains one of the main studies supporting oseltamivir’s effectiveness — and one that was subsequently shown to have employed undeclared industry funded ghostwriters,” Cohen and Carter write,11 adding the ESWI’s policy plan for 2006 through 2010:
“… specifically stated that government representatives needed to ‘take measures to encourage the pharmaceutical industry to plan its vaccine/antivirals production capacity in advance’ and also to ‘encourage and support research and development of pandemic vaccine’ and to ‘develop a policy for antiviral stockpiling.’
It also added that government representatives needed to know that ‘influenza vaccination and use of antivirals is beneficial and safe’ … In the meantime, in Roche’s own marketing plan, one goal was to ‘align Roche with credible third party advocates.’ They ‘leveraged these relationships by enlisting our third-party partners to serve as spokespeople and increase awareness of Tamiflu and its benefits.’”
In December 2009, WikiLeaks also released a cache of documents12,13,14,15 leaked from a pharma trade group that revealed how the WHO Expert Working Group on R&D Financing had been very open to industry lobbying, thus allowing the drug industry to influence WHO’s policy decisions on drug research.
WHO Parrots Purdue Pharma’s False Opioid Marketing
There’s other evidence suggesting the WHO is acting as little more than a Big Pharma front group. For example, just last year, in 2019, the report,16 “Corrupting Influence: Purdue & the WHO,” produced by U.S. Reps. Katherine Clark (D-Mass.) and Hal Rogers (R-Ky.), concluded Purdue Pharma had influenced WHO’s opioid guidelines.17,18 The executive summary of “Corrupting Influence” reads, in part:19
“In 2017, several members of Congress sent a letter to the WHO warning that Purdue Pharma L.P. (Purdue) was attempting to expand their drug sales to international markets using the same fraudulent marketing tactics that instigated the opioid crisis in the United States.
We expressed our concern that Purdue’s expansion could trigger an opioid crisis on a global scale. When the WHO failed to respond to the letter, we began to question why they would remain silent about such a significant and devastating public health epidemic. The answers we found are deeply disturbing.”
The report details how WHO, both in its 2011 adult guidance and its 2012 pediatric guidance, parroted Purdue’s false claims that opioid dependence “occurs in less than 1% of patients,” and that “if prescribed in accordance with established dosage regimens, are known to be safe and there is no need to fear accidental death or dependence.”
Remarkably, in its 2012 opioid guidance for children with cancer pain, WHO claims “there is no maximum dosage of strong opioids like OxyContin for children,” Clark and Rogers note. “The WHO published this claim despite the fact that U.S. public health agencies have found that fatal overdoses skyrocket in adult patients who are prescribed above 90 morphine milligram equivalents (MME) per day,” Clark and Rogers write, adding:
“The web of influence we uncovered, combined with the WHO’s recommendations, paints a picture of a public health organization that has been manipulated by the opioid industry … If the recommendations in these WHO guidelines are followed, there is significant risk of sparking a worldwide public health crisis.”
Calls for Reformation of WHO After Ebola Crisis
The WHO was also heavily criticized for its lack of leadership during the 2013 through 2015 Ebola outbreak in West Africa. It took five months before WHO declared the outbreak a public health emergency of international concern, which “undoubtedly contributed to the unprecedented scale of the outbreak,” according to an academic assessment published in 2017.20
Two separate reports published in 2015 highlighted the WHO’s failures, one issued by a panel of independent experts commissioned by WHO itself,21 and one by an independent group of 19 international experts convened by the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) and the Harvard Global Health Institute.22
While the WHO is recognized as being uniquely suited to carry out key functions necessary in a global pandemic, the LSHTM and Harvard Global Health Institute experts point out that the WHO has by now lost so much trust that radical reforms will be required before it will be able to assume an authoritative role.
“WHO's failings on … core functions during the Ebola outbreak have now produced an existential crisis of confidence … Donors have earmarked voluntary contributions, effectively controlling nearly 80% of WHO's budget by 2015. The result is an organization that seems to have lost its way.
Although the budget has more than doubled from US$1.6 billion in 1998–99 to US$4 billion in 2012–13, the organization itself controlled an ever-shrinking share. One casualty of recent decisions was WHO's reduced ability to control cross-border disease outbreaks, a core task for which it was created in 1948 …
Confidence in the organization’s capacity to lead is at an all-time low. Calling for additional staff or a larger budget will not address this. WHO must find a way to prioritize what it does, and regain its credibility, independence, and legitimacy to perform its core functions.
Breaking out of this 20-year impasse will demand clear commitment and a different kind of leadership by WHO to implement fundamental reforms under a tight timeline …”
Who Funds the WHO?
As reported in the January 2016 issue of Pharmaceutical Technology,23 only one-quarter of WHO’s funding comes from member states. The remaining 75% comes from voluntary contributions, and The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is the biggest funder. Its donations even exceed those of any individual member state.
The Gates Foundation's involvement with WHO is of particular interest at this time. In a Washington Times opinion piece,24 published March 31, 2020, Gates calls for the complete shutdown of all U.S. states and quarantining of all Americans “until the case numbers start to go down … which could take 10 weeks or more.”
While Gates can undoubtedly afford it, few working-class Americans would be able to survive without income for months on end. And, considering the mortality rate of COVID-19 is now believed to be similar to the flu, which is around 0.1%,25 shutting down society for several months really doesn’t seem warranted, unless there’s something else going on that we don’t know about.
Strange Investments and Conflicts of Interest
In March on Friday the 13th, 2020, Gates resigned from the Microsoft board to focus on philanthropic ventures, including global health.26 Most likely, much of his attention will be funneled toward The Gates Foundation.
In 2017, a long list of public interest, health and citizens’ groups sent an open letter27 to the executive board of the WHO, criticizing the organization’s proposal to admit The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation as an external actor into “official relations” with the WHO and its governing body, the World Health Assembly.28 According to the letter:
“According to the United States Government’s Securities and Exchange Commission, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Trust endowment — the source of revenue for the Foundation — is heavily invested in many of the food, alcohol, and physical inactivity-related consumer products that cause or treat the current crisis of preventable heart disease, stroke, cancer, and diabetes. Gates Foundation Trust direct investments include:
Coca-Cola regional company that operates in the Americas south of the U.S. ($466 million),
Walmart ($837 million), the largest food retailer in the U.S. and a leading retailer of pharmaceutical drugs and alcoholic beverages,
Walgreen-Boots Alliance ($280 million), a large multinational pharmaceutical drug retailer, and
Two of the world’s largest TV companies (screen-time): Group Televisa ($433 million) and Liberty Global PLC ($221 million).
In addition, approximately one-quarter of the Gates Foundation Trust assets are invested in Berkshire Hathaway Inc., a holding company that owns a US$17 billion share in the U.S.-based Coca-Cola company and US$29 billion interest in Kraft Heinz Inc., another of the world’s ten largest food companies.
These investments make the Gates Foundation a beneficiary of sales of several categories of products that are the subject of WHO standards and advice to governments related to nutrition and physical activity.”
The signatories also urge member states to fund WHO adequately so as to prevent the organization from having to rely on donations from actors that have a heavy stake in food, drug and alcohol companies.
While the Gates Foundation has been a “two-entity structure” since 2006,29 where the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation distributes money and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Trust manages assets and investments, conflicts of interest are still clearly visible, making the claim that the two are completely separate a hard sell.
In 2017, India’s National Technical Advisory Group on Immunization (NTAGI) severed its ties with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. According to India Times,30 “There were questions about the Gates Foundation’s ties with pharmaceutical companies and the possible influence this may have on the country’s vaccination strategy.” The Indian Health Ministry confirmed that the NTAGI would from there on be fully funded by the central government instead.
If nothing else, Gates himself is likely to have some clue as to where the money is being invested, and therefore can steer the Foundation’s activities in a direction that will ultimately benefit and make money for the Gates Foundation Trust.
WHO’s Relationship With China Under Scrutiny
WHO’s handling of the current COVID-19 pandemic has also come under increasing scrutiny. A February 16, 2020, CNN article31 highlights WHO director general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus’ “effusive” praise over China’s response to the outbreak in Wuhan City, despite evidence suggesting Chinese officials had “sought to downplay and control news about the virus, even threatening medical whistleblowers with arrest.”
“The WHO's praise of China's response have led critics to question the relationship between the two entities. The UN agency relied on funding and the cooperation of members to function, giving wealthy member states like China considerable influence.
Perhaps one of the most overt examples of China's sway over the WHO is its success in blocking Taiwan's access to the body, a position that could have very real consequences for the Taiwanese people if the virus takes hold there.
The WHO's position regarding China has also renewed a longstanding debate about whether the WHO, founded 72 years ago, is sufficiently independent to allow it to fulfill its purpose,” CNN reports.32
In the final analysis, it seems doubtful that WHO is sufficiently independent to safeguard public health around the world. The drug industry has no lesser influence over WHO today than it did in 2009 when PACE outed the organization as being unduly influenced by vested interests.
Back then, WHO pushed countries around the world to invest in antivirals and swine flu vaccines with poor efficacy and safety. Today, we have Gates, a key funder of WHO, calling for a 10-week or longer shutdown of the U.S. and the rapid building of brand new vaccine manufacturing facilities to handle the manufacturing of billions of doses of COVID-19 vaccine. Who benefits and who loses by the implementation of those two recommendations? Think about it.
Tell NYU Professor to Start Testing Zinc to Prevent COVID-19
Anna Bershteyn, an assistant professor at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, is overseeing a trial of hydroxychloroquine, a popular antimalarial drug, to determine if it can prevent COVID-19.
Many doctors are reporting significant success by adding zinc to the protocol, but Bershteyn’s trial does not include it. Even worse, she is using vitamin C as a placebo, which virtually guarantees that the drug will fail in trials and ensure that there is more demand for a vaccine.
Please email Bershteyn TODAY and let her know to start incorporating zinc into her hydroxychloroquine trials immediately, as hydroxychloroquine is a zinc ionophore that, if successful, could save many lives.
Email Bershteyn


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consciouslifenews--2020-04-15--Morning Inspiration: How To Ignore Haters (Motivational Video)

Have you got something burning in your heart to do ?
That will always push at you to try to @ @ @ @ @ .
Ignore the naysayers and negative talk .
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“If you don't know, now you know. It's true. Your friends, family and loved ones will be the first to try to talk you out of greatness. When you're ready to do something and try something new, that's out of your comfort zone, that's out of your norm. It's always the one you date, the one you're married to, the one that's in your family and friends and immediate circle, they will always try to talk you out of doing something special.”
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consciouslifenews--2020-04-15--The Baby Buying Breakdown: 6 Things to Consider Before You Hit the Baby Stores

The big day is finally around the corner and you ’ ve been waiting a long time for it to arrive .
After months of excitement you may find that it slowly transforms into anticipation .
This can feel a little overwhelming so being prepared is key to a smooth ride .
With so many products on the market from baby carriers to breast pumps , the question is , where do I start ?
It ’ s completely normal for first time moms to be unsure about what to expect from the so continue reading to find out what @ @ @ @ @ @ @ road and splash the cash .
Once you arrive at the store you ’ ll be blown away , not only the sheer volume of products , but by how many variations there are of each item .
Unfortunately , it ’ s not as simple as picking up the nearest baby monitor and heading for the cash register .
You ’ ll have to decide what features you want included with your purchase .
Do you want visual and audio feedback ?
Do you want a live link to your mobile device @ @ @ @ @ @ @ function ?
All genuine questions you ’ ll need to know the answer to before plucking the product from the shelf .
Taking advantage of given by wordly-wise parents on social networks may also help you make you feel more prepared for your shopping experience .
There ’ s nothing more adorable than a tiny newborn outfit hanging up in a store , you ’ ll find it hard to believe that anything can be small enough to fit into it .
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Filling a whole wardrobe with a 0-3 month and miniature gear will be a waste of time and money .
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It ’ s also worth considering the functionality of the pieces you purchase .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ in a hurry , you ’ ll want garments that are easy to get on and off .
When it comes to larger and more expensive items such as car seats and prams you can save hundreds of dollars by accepting support from family and friends .
With the average price of a new pram coming in at a whopping $ 500 you ’ d be silly to turn down the offer of a hand me down .
Materials can , however , degrade over time so you ’ ll need to check @ @ @ @ @ @ @ still safe to use before you strap your youngster in .
Searching for products on the is a great way to get peace of mind and you ’ ll know for sure that the product has not been recalled for safety reasons .
When it comes to preparing for your newborn arrival , planning is key .
Researching different products , getting advice from experienced parents and thoroughly investigating reviews will give you the information you need to make informed decisions .
Most importantly , it will allow you to relax , enjoy @ @ @ @ @ @ @

The big day is finally around the corner and you’ve been waiting a long time for it to arrive. After months of excitement you may find that it slowly transforms into anticipation. This can feel a little overwhelming so being prepared is key to a smooth ride. With so many products on the market from baby carriers to breast pumps, the question is, where do I start? It’s completely normal for first time moms to be unsure about what to expect from the baby stores so continue reading to find out what you should consider before you hit the road and splash the cash.
Spend Time Researching
Once you arrive at the store you’ll be blown away, not only the sheer volume of products, but by how many variations there are of each item. Unfortunately, it’s not as simple as picking up the nearest baby monitor and heading for the cash register. You’ll have to decide what features you want included with your purchase. Do you want visual and audio feedback? Do you want a live link to your mobile device? Do you want a sleep analysis function? All genuine questions you’ll need to know the answer to before plucking the product from the shelf. Taking advantage of reviews given by wordly-wise parents on social networks may also help you make you feel more prepared for your shopping experience.
Baby Clothes
There’s nothing more adorable than a tiny newborn outfit hanging up in a store, you’ll find it hard to believe that anything can be small enough to fit into it. You must, however, resist the urge to pile your basket high with in vogue ensembles. Newborn babies grow more quickly than you can imagine and to make your money stretch you’ll need to buy a range of sizes. Filling a whole wardrobe with a 0-3 month baby grows and miniature gear will be a waste of time and money. With most little tikes filling out 3-6 months clothes way before they reach their half year birthday, you’ll need to fill the other half of your wardrobe with these. It’s also worth considering the functionality of the pieces you purchase. When you’re sleep deprived and in a hurry, you’ll want garments that are easy to get on and off.
Hand Me Downs
When it comes to larger and more expensive items such as car seats and prams you can save hundreds of dollars by accepting support from family and friends. With the average price of a new pram coming in at a whopping $500 you’d be silly to turn down the offer of a hand me down. Materials can, however, degrade over time so you’ll need to check that even the most expensive models are still safe to use before you strap your youngster in. Searching for products on the Consumer Product Safety Commission is a great way to get peace of mind and you’ll know for sure that the product has not been recalled for safety reasons.
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consciouslifenews--2020-04-15--5 Things to Know About Kratom

5 Things to Know About Kratom

In current conditions , people are increasingly looking for natural substitutes for medicines .
For example , if you are looking for a natural painkiller or you need more energy than caffeine can give .
Kratom connoisseurs talk about the versatility of this supplement .
Users can count on a surge of physical strength , an improvement in mood , and solving sleep problems .
Every good Kratom online store offers many variations of this supplement .
Depending on the type of this plant , consumers can count on specific effects .
Also , modern manufacturers have come up with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Tea gives the most comfortable effect , Kratom powder suggests a more powerful impact , and liquid concentrate most affects the body .
Kratom is authorized by the government in many countries but has been banned in some states .
Therefore , before making your first order or continuing to use , make sure that you know everything about this dietary supplement .
1 .
Kratom has a long history of use Mitragyna speciose from which Kratom is obtained grows in Southeast Asia and some parts of Africa .
People who worked @ @ @ @ @ @ @ plant to reduce fatigue and get more energy for physical work .
Also , Kratom helped to relax and improve sleep .
This feature is given to the plant by the active alkaloids contained in it in large quantities .
These substances act on the central nervous system of a person like opiates .
But not being opiates , alkaloids do not cause chemical dependence .
And the effect is softer and not lasting .
2 .
It is easy to get Some bars offer brewed Kratom leaves as tea .
Inventive bartenders @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cocktails , but without alcohol .
At the same time , consumers are guaranteed a relaxing effect .
This drug is capable of : • Introduce into light euphoria for a couple of hours .
At the same time , alkaloids are not able to exert a significant effect on the human body , in which the user will not be able to refuse to use this supplement in the future .
It is thanks to the action , similar to opiates that the drug helps to alleviate narcotic withdrawal .
People who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ drugs say that Kratom helps relieve symptoms and survive the most challenging period .
In addition to the right variety , it is essential to calculate the exact dosage for each particular case .
Beginners are recommended to start with 0.5-1 grams of powder or a weak tea decoction .
Dosages within 2-4 grams increase activity , talkativeness , and improve mood .
High dosages of about 5-7 grams are designed to reduce or relieve pain .
8 grams will cause a feeling of euphoria .
Most active users are advised not to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
If you adhere to these rules , the drug begins to act within 5-10 minutes , and its effect lasts up to 5-6 hours .
The action of some varieties passes after 3 hours .
The supplement is not physically addictive but can be emotionally addictive .
This is possible if the user violates the dosage and recommended limits .
If there is no urgent need to reduce pain , or a person can fall asleep without the help of the drug , do not abuse Kratom .
If addiction has already @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : It is essential to know that all these symptoms disappear in just 2-4 days .
Buyers will find the best kratom tea for sale only from trusted suppliers .
The quality of the finished product is very different depending on many factors .
Among them , soil fertility and place of growth , manufacturing technology , storage , and transportation methods .
Also , if you do not know which grade to start or continue acquaintance with Kratom , contact the consultants of the online store .
They will select for you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ case .
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In current conditions, people are increasingly looking for natural substitutes for medicines. For example, if you are looking for a natural painkiller or you need more energy than caffeine can give. Kratom connoisseurs talk about the versatility of this supplement. Users can count on a surge of physical strength, an improvement in mood, and solving sleep problems.
Every good Kratom online store offers many variations of this supplement. Depending on the type of this plant, consumers can count on specific effects. Also, modern manufacturers have come up with several forms of release of food additives. Tea gives the most comfortable effect, Kratom powder suggests a more powerful impact, and liquid concentrate most affects the body.
Kratom is authorized by the government in many countries but has been banned in some states. Therefore, before making your first order or continuing to use, make sure that you know everything about this dietary supplement.
1. Kratom has a long history of use
Mitragyna speciose from which Kratom is obtained grows in Southeast Asia and some parts of Africa. People who worked on plantations chewed the leaves of this plant to reduce fatigue and get more energy for physical work. Also, Kratom helped to relax and improve sleep.
This feature is given to the plant by the active alkaloids contained in it in large quantities. These substances act on the central nervous system of a person like opiates. But not being opiates, alkaloids do not cause chemical dependence. And the effect is softer and not lasting.
2. It is easy to get
Some bars offer brewed Kratom leaves as tea. Inventive bartenders create something similar to alcoholic drinks or cocktails, but without alcohol. At the same time, consumers are guaranteed a relaxing effect.
3. Kratom's performance is identical to opiates
This drug is capable of:
Relieve moderate to severe pain.
Reduce stress.
Give more strength.
Improve mood and communication skills.
Introduce into light euphoria for a couple of hours.
Improve sleep.
At the same time, alkaloids are not able to exert a significant effect on the human body, in which the user will not be able to refuse to use this supplement in the future. It is thanks to the action, similar to opiates that the drug helps to alleviate narcotic withdrawal. People who quit smoking, consuming alcohol, or drugs say that Kratom helps relieve symptoms and survive the most challenging period.
4. Dosage is significant
In addition to the right variety, it is essential to calculate the exact dosage for each particular case. Beginners are recommended to start with 0.5-1 grams of powder or a weak tea decoction. Dosages within 2-4 grams increase activity, talkativeness, and improve mood. High dosages of about 5-7 grams are designed to reduce or relieve pain. 8 grams will cause a feeling of euphoria. Most active users are advised not to take more than 10 grams per day. If you adhere to these rules, the drug begins to act within 5-10 minutes, and its effect lasts up to 5-6 hours. The action of some varieties passes after 3 hours.
5. Kratom can be addictive
The supplement is not physically addictive but can be emotionally addictive. This is possible if the user violates the dosage and recommended limits. If there is no urgent need to reduce pain, or a person can fall asleep without the help of the drug, do not abuse Kratom.
If addiction has already occurred, patients described the following symptoms:
Sweating.
Dry mouth.
Loss of appetite.
Itching.
It is essential to know that all these symptoms disappear in just 2-4 days.
Bottom line
Buyers will find the best kratom tea for sale only from trusted suppliers. The quality of the finished product is very different depending on many factors. Among them, soil fertility and place of growth, manufacturing technology, storage, and transportation methods. Also, if you do not know which grade to start or continue acquaintance with Kratom, contact the consultants of the online store. They will select for you a product with optimal properties in your case.
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consciouslifenews--2020-04-14--12 Ways to Stay Positive and Raise Your Vibrational Frequency

Everything in the Universe is energy , so raising your vibrational frequency is one of the key factors in manifesting positive outcomes .
Even with the best of intentions it can sometimes be hard to stay positive when you 're exposed to the chaos and negativity in the world .
Be on the lookout for those things that get you down and do something uplifting to counteract that yucky feeling .
Here are 10 ways to protect yourself from negativity , raise your vibrational frequency and power up your manifestation .
The Power of Neutrality™ is a universal principle and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ raising consciousness and maintaining a positive outlook .
The definition of neutrality is : Instead of allowing circumstances , relationships or events to throw you into a funk , step back and assess the situation from a neutral position of acceptance .
Then choose either a neutral ( it ’ s trivial , unimportant or I can ’ t change it ) or a positive ( even if I can ’ t see anything positive in it right now , I know it will turn out perfectly ) interpretation and response ( focused @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Even everyday things like sitting in a traffic jam can affect your vibrational frequency .
In this situation , you can choose a neutral response ( I can ’ t do anything about it , I ’ ll just wait patiently and not get upset ) or a positive response ( I get more time to listen to the radio or an audiobook , do some quiet contemplation , focus on the traffic jam clearing , etc . )
rather than getting frustrated and angry at the delay .
Remember , manifestation happens @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stuck in the mire of the problem , you are manifesting more of the same .
So focus on the solution you want and you ’ ll manifest that outcome .
This is as important for world events as it is for personal situations .
The chaos that we see around us is a sign of major change for the better .
So many people have awakened as a result of the chaos in the world , so by focusing on positive outcomes , you ’ re adding to the collective consciousness and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hang out with ?
If the people around you are wallowing in negativity , they ’ ll drag you down too .
Get away from these “ energy vampires ” , whether they ’ re friends , family , social media connections , work colleagues or clients .
If they thrive on drama , gossip or complaining , they ’ re not the right people to be around .
Choose to be with positive people with high ideals , shared philosophy , and conscious ambitions .
Choose to be with yaysayers , not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who support you and your purpose , vision and goals .
Their positive focus on your intentions will add high-octane fuel to accelerate your manifestation .
The goal of the mainstream media is to indoctrinate and generate fear and distract us from the pursuit of happiness .
The news distorts the truth and fails to report the reality of the world we live in in order to perpetuate the illusion .
In the US particularly , the mainstream media ’ s programs and ads are filled with subliminal messages too .
There ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ if you look for it… but use neutrality and don ’ t get bogged down in the problem !
!
So , switch off the TV or be very selective about what you watch .
Seek out uplifting movies or channels such as Gaiam TV on the internet .
Tune in to your response to whatever you ’ re watching and if you get that sinking feeling , it means your vibrational frequency is dropping , so switch over to something that makes you feel good or , even better , GREAT !
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ ways of raising your vibrational frequency and making you feel positive – as long as it ’ s not the blues !
!
If you need a boost , listen to your favorite artist or genre and sing or dance along to the music .
Whether it has a great beat or a great message , as long as it has the feel-good factor you ’ ll quickly feel on a high .
If you ’ re doing a job you don ’ t particularly enjoy , or your mind keeps dragging you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ player , pop in the earbuds and get grooving .
It really works !
When a negative thought pops into your head , switch your mind immediately to something positive .
If you feel sad , think of something that makes you happy : puppies , kittens , babies , your loved ones or whatever is your particular “ happy thing ” .
If you ’ re worried or afraid , switch your mind to a memory of overcoming a big challenge or a major achievement .
If you find yourself dwelling on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the possible solutions or the outcome that you want .
The more you practice switching off the negative thoughts , the more you train your brain to think only positive thoughts and focus on positive outcomes .
You then become a magnet for more positive things to come to you and you have less and less cause to feel negative .
6 .
Get Out in Nature Connecting with nature is very therapeutic and a great way of recalibrating your energy and the focus of your thoughts and feelings .
Even if you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ parks you can go to and feel the grass beneath your feet and reconnect with Mother Earth .
There are many physical health benefits from grounding by getting into direct contact with the Earth , even for just a few minutes – you can read an article about this at Natural News .
As well as the physical benefits there are also huge emotional benefits from being in nature .
Taking in the beauty of nature is very uplifting .
Look at the scenery , listen to the sound of water running over @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the buzz of insects , the rustle of leaves and so on .
The sound of silence is also very calming .
We recently visited Mount Rainier National Park , and standing amongst the trees and feeling the atmosphere of peace and serenity was profoundly uplifting .
If you ’ ve been attacked by one of the “ energy vampires ” I mentioned earlier , hug a tree .
The calm slow energy of trees counteracts the grating energy from a close encounter with a negative person .
Ask permission of the tree @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as everything in the Universe has consciousness ; even the Earth itself .
Ask Mother Earth/Gaia to help you release negative energy and visualize it draining from your body into the ground to be neutralized .
Whether it ’ s going for a walk or a run ( and if you can do that in nature , even better ) , yoga , pilates , dancing , riding ( a bike or a horse ) , a trip to the gym , a game of tennis ( or whatever sport you enjoy ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
There are still a lot of unanswered questions about how and why exercise affects mood , but in this article by the American Psychological Association , Michael Otto , PhD , a professor of psychology at Boston University is quoted as saying “ The link between exercise and mood is pretty strong .
Usually within five minutes after moderate exercise you get a mood-enhancement effect.
” So jump up and get your mojo working !
… as well as a whole host of other benefits .
Emma has a great infographic that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of meditation .
You can find it here , and also take a look at her original article on the science of meditation .
Like anything worth doing , it takes regular practice to get yourself into a meditative state quickly and easily , but just a few minutes of quiet time each day can keep you positive , get you in touch with your higher self and guides , and deliver inspired ideas to get you moving towards your manifestation goals .
I ’ d say that ’ s worth it , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you ’ re starting out , using guided meditations can help .
I love the channeled meditations ( with awesome music ) at orindaben.com .
They have a wealth of free meditations you can download to put on your phone or mp3 player , some as short as 5 minutes .
If you find yourself drifting into old habits of negative thinking ( and that ’ s normal because of how the brain works ) , or you ’ re going through a challenging time in your life , find something that inspires @ @ @ @ @ @ @ track .
It could be reading a favorite book , listening to an audio tape or speaking to a friend who is positive or inspirational .
Something I find particularly encouraging is listening to stories of how other people overcame huge challenges or obstacles and succeeded through faith and determination .
All of the big achievers had times of hardship when they could have given up , but they soldiered on and achieved their life ’ s ambitions BECAUSE of the challenges , not despite them .
It ’ s the challenges that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to inspire you , always remember that nothing is impossible and that YOU can do it TOO !
Sometimes we just need to take some ME time and pamper ourselves .
Do something deliciously relaxing .
The pace of life is so fast these days that we can get burned out and that ’ s when our vibrational frequency drops and those negative thoughts can take hold .
One of the easiest ways to pamper yourself is to take a nice relaxing bath .
Add some Epsom salts to ease away any aches @ @ @ @ @ @ @ soothing , relaxing and balancing .
Light some candles and play some background music ; the kind you ’ d use for relaxation or meditation .
Then just lie back and soak .
Treat yourself to a massage , have a reflexology session , Reiki energy healing… these are just a few suggestions .
Do whatever will make you feel good and ENJOY it .
I know I said 10 ways , but I love to over-deliver and inspiration struck as I was looking for the images for this post .
So here @ @ @ @ @ @ @ yourself in something creative , like writing , painting , sculpting , needlework , woodwork… something that will achieve a tangible result .
Being ‘ in the flow ' and ‘ in the zone ' is one of the key factors in creating a happy life .
You are completely ‘ in the moment ' , lose all sense of time , tune out everything in your external environment and have complete concentration .
Plus the thrill of holding your creation in your hands is sure to raise your vibrational frequency .
We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ get stuck in dwelling on what we do n't have rather than what we do have in abundance .
This is a sure fire way to lower your vibrational frequency and manifest the opposite of what you want to create in your life .
Think of all the ways you are blessed – with physical health , great relationships , your home , family , vehicle , pets… everything in your life .
Keep a gratitude journal and read through it when you 're feeling down to remind yourself how blessed you are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ ve given you a bunch of ways you can stay positive and raise your vibrational frequency .
The best way of all to stay positive is to avoid the situations that trigger the negative thoughts and feelings – tackle the cause not the symptoms .
Take action on the changes you need to make whether it is your work , relationships , where you live or whatever your particular triggers are so that it becomes easier and easier to stay in that place of love , joy , peace and abundance and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ life .
Jan Shaw – The Success Alchemist , is a Spiritual Empowerment and Intuitive Success Coach , Success Strategist and Mindset and Manifestation Mentor and can be found at www.thesuccessalchemist.net .
She delivers intuitive guidance , spiritual and metaphysical teaching , plus life and business strategies , to support you in fulfilling your Soul Mission and Life Purpose .
Get your FREE copy of her Dream Achievers Success Kit or apply for a complimentary Success Strategy Session .
Her book Empowered Manifestation is available on Amazon .
Visit her YouTube Channel for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
You can also visit her Facebook Page and join her Facebook Group , Breakthrough to Brilliance .
Jan also hosts the Cosmic Creating Show every Saturday on Cosmic Reality Radio .

Everything in the Universe is energy, so raising your vibrational frequency is one of the key factors in manifesting positive outcomes. Even with the best of intentions it can sometimes be hard to stay positive when you're exposed to the chaos and negativity in the world. Be on the lookout for those things that get you down and do something uplifting to counteract that yucky feeling.
Here are 10 ways to protect yourself from negativity, raise your vibrational frequency and power up your manifestation.
1. Neutrality
The Power of Neutrality™ is a universal principle and one of the most powerful tools for raising consciousness and maintaining a positive outlook.
The definition of neutrality is:
“Every situation is neutral. It has no meaning until we assign our interpretation which can be positive, neutral or negative.”
Instead of allowing circumstances, relationships or events to throw you into a funk, step back and assess the situation from a neutral position of acceptance. Then choose either a neutral (it’s trivial, unimportant or I can’t change it) or a positive (even if I can’t see anything positive in it right now, I know it will turn out perfectly) interpretation and response (focused on the outcome you want).
Even everyday things like sitting in a traffic jam can affect your vibrational frequency. In this situation, you can choose a neutral response (I can’t do anything about it, I’ll just wait patiently and not get upset) or a positive response (I get more time to listen to the radio or an audiobook, do some quiet contemplation, focus on the traffic jam clearing, etc.) rather than getting frustrated and angry at the delay.
Remember, manifestation happens all the time and if you get stuck in the mire of the problem, you are manifesting more of the same. So focus on the solution you want and you’ll manifest that outcome. This is as important for world events as it is for personal situations. The chaos that we see around us is a sign of major change for the better. So many people have awakened as a result of the chaos in the world, so by focusing on positive outcomes, you’re adding to the collective consciousness and creating positive change.
2. The Right People
Who do you hang out with?
If the people around you are wallowing in negativity, they’ll drag you down too. Get away from these “energy vampires”, whether they’re friends, family, social media connections, work colleagues or clients. If they thrive on drama, gossip or complaining, they’re not the right people to be around.
Choose to be with positive people with high ideals, shared philosophy, and conscious ambitions. Choose to be with yaysayers, not naysayers. Choose to be with people who support you and your purpose, vision and goals. Their positive focus on your intentions will add high-octane fuel to accelerate your manifestation.
3. Avoid Mainstream Media
The goal of the mainstream media is to indoctrinate and generate fear and distract us from the pursuit of happiness. The news distorts the truth and fails to report the reality of the world we live in in order to perpetuate the illusion. In the US particularly, the mainstream media’s programs and ads are filled with subliminal messages too. There’s plenty of evidence to prove this if you look for it… but use neutrality and don’t get bogged down in the problem!!
So, switch off the TV or be very selective about what you watch. Seek out uplifting movies or channels such as Gaiam TV on the internet. Tune in to your response to whatever you’re watching and if you get that sinking feeling, it means your vibrational frequency is dropping, so switch over to something that makes you feel good or, even better, GREAT!
4. Listen to Music
Music is one of the most effective ways of raising your vibrational frequency and making you feel positive – as long as it’s not the blues!!
If you need a boost, listen to your favorite artist or genre and sing or dance along to the music. Whether it has a great beat or a great message, as long as it has the feel-good factor you’ll quickly feel on a high.
If you’re doing a job you don’t particularly enjoy, or your mind keeps dragging you into negative thoughts, grab your MP3 player, pop in the earbuds and get grooving. It really works!
5. Train Your Brain
When a negative thought pops into your head, switch your mind immediately to something positive. If you feel sad, think of something that makes you happy: puppies, kittens, babies, your loved ones or whatever is your particular “happy thing”.
If you’re worried or afraid, switch your mind to a memory of overcoming a big challenge or a major achievement.
If you find yourself dwelling on your problems, think instead of all the possible solutions or the outcome that you want.
The more you practice switching off the negative thoughts, the more you train your brain to think only positive thoughts and focus on positive outcomes. You then become a magnet for more positive things to come to you and you have less and less cause to feel negative.
6. Get Out in Nature
Connecting with nature is very therapeutic and a great way of recalibrating your energy and the focus of your thoughts and feelings. Even if you live in a city, there are parks you can go to and feel the grass beneath your feet and reconnect with Mother Earth.
There are many physical health benefits from grounding by getting into direct contact with the Earth, even for just a few minutes – you can read an article about this at Natural News.
As well as the physical benefits there are also huge emotional benefits from being in nature. Taking in the beauty of nature is very uplifting. Look at the scenery, listen to the sound of water running over rocks, the calls of birds, the buzz of insects, the rustle of leaves and so on. The sound of silence is also very calming. We recently visited Mount Rainier National Park, and standing amongst the trees and feeling the atmosphere of peace and serenity was profoundly uplifting.
If you’ve been attacked by one of the “energy vampires” I mentioned earlier, hug a tree. The calm slow energy of trees counteracts the grating energy from a close encounter with a negative person. Ask permission of the tree before you move into its energy field as everything in the Universe has consciousness; even the Earth itself.
Ask Mother Earth/Gaia to help you release negative energy and visualize it draining from your body into the ground to be neutralized.
7. Exercise
Whether it’s going for a walk or a run (and if you can do that in nature, even better), yoga, pilates, dancing, riding (a bike or a horse), a trip to the gym, a game of tennis (or whatever sport you enjoy), exercise is a great mood lifter.
There are still a lot of unanswered questions about how and why exercise affects mood, but in this article by the American Psychological Association, Michael Otto, PhD, a professor of psychology at Boston University is quoted as saying “The link between exercise and mood is pretty strong. Usually within five minutes after moderate exercise you get a mood-enhancement effect.”
So jump up and get your mojo working!
8. Meditate
According to Dr Emma Seppala, meditation
Increases positive emotions
Increases life satisfaction
Increases memory
Improves concentration
Increases social connection
… as well as a whole host of other benefits.
Emma has a great infographic that shows you the science behind the benefits of meditation. You can find it here, and also take a look at her original article on the science of meditation.
Like anything worth doing, it takes regular practice to get yourself into a meditative state quickly and easily, but just a few minutes of quiet time each day can keep you positive, get you in touch with your higher self and guides, and deliver inspired ideas to get you moving towards your manifestation goals.
I’d say that’s worth it, don’t you agree?
If you’re starting out, using guided meditations can help. I love the channeled meditations (with awesome music) at orindaben.com. They have a wealth of free meditations you can download to put on your phone or mp3 player, some as short as 5 minutes.
9. Get Inspired!
If you find yourself drifting into old habits of negative thinking (and that’s normal because of how the brain works), or you’re going through a challenging time in your life, find something that inspires and motivates you to get back on track. It could be reading a favorite book, listening to an audio tape or speaking to a friend who is positive or inspirational.
Something I find particularly encouraging is listening to stories of how other people overcame huge challenges or obstacles and succeeded through faith and determination. All of the big achievers had times of hardship when they could have given up, but they soldiered on and achieved their life’s ambitions BECAUSE of the challenges, not despite them. It’s the challenges that make us strong.
Whatever you choose to inspire you, always remember that nothing is impossible and that YOU can do it TOO!
10. Pamper Yourself
Sometimes we just need to take some ME time and pamper ourselves. Do something deliciously relaxing. The pace of life is so fast these days that we can get burned out and that’s when our vibrational frequency drops and those negative thoughts can take hold.
One of the easiest ways to pamper yourself is to take a nice relaxing bath. Add some Epsom salts to ease away any aches and pains, and lavender oil for soothing, relaxing and balancing. Light some candles and play some background music; the kind you’d use for relaxation or meditation. Then just lie back and soak.
Treat yourself to a massage, have a reflexology session, Reiki energy healing… these are just a few suggestions. Do whatever will make you feel good and ENJOY it.
I know I said 10 ways, but I love to over-deliver and inspiration struck as I was looking for the images for this post. So here are two more suggestions for you…
11. Get Creative
Immerse yourself in something creative, like writing, painting, sculpting, needlework, woodwork… something that will achieve a tangible result. Being ‘in the flow' and ‘in the zone' is one of the key factors in creating a happy life. You are completely ‘in the moment', lose all sense of time, tune out everything in your external environment and have complete concentration.
Plus the thrill of holding your creation in your hands is sure to raise your vibrational frequency.
12. Be Grateful
We take so much for granted and can get stuck in dwelling on what we don't have rather than what we do have in abundance. This is a sure fire way to lower your vibrational frequency and manifest the opposite of what you want to create in your life.
Think of all the ways you are blessed – with physical health, great relationships, your home, family, vehicle, pets… everything in your life. Keep a gratitude journal and read through it when you're feeling down to remind yourself how blessed you are.
Cut Out the Cause
So I’ve given you a bunch of ways you can stay positive and raise your vibrational frequency. The best way of all to stay positive is to avoid the situations that trigger the negative thoughts and feelings – tackle the cause not the symptoms.
Take action on the changes you need to make whether it is your work, relationships, where you live or whatever your particular triggers are so that it becomes easier and easier to stay in that place of love, joy, peace and abundance and manifest everything good and great in your life.