Living Healthy

As the age old adage says, health is wealth. Here we are speaking about soul\’s wealth. Nutritious food is good for one\’s health because body can absorb its essence – it is ditto with our life. When we espouse life in its entirety, enjoying all the impressions and sensations in it, our soul will be able to take in its \’quintessence\’, coming to terms with the core of our existence, and helping us to live our lives to the highest. Masami Sato shares the mystery of living a complete life in this excerpt from her latest book, ONE.

Why is it many of us (in fact, most of us) occasionally experience some kind of empty feeling in our life? It is like being hungry. When we eat, we feel satisfied and become less interested in food. But as some time passes, we get hungry again. Then all of a sudden we feel so attracted to the smell and thought of food. We can also feel some kind of hunger when we are not even physically hungry-just after eating something. Some of us stay being hungry all the time.

Constant emotional hunger is not the most pleasant thing to have. Then, how can we live our lives to the fullest? How can we be more satisfied permanently?

Maybe the answer is straightforward: just live our lives fully. The word \’full\’ holds the meaning of entirety. Then the secret to live a life in entirety is only to live it fully.

Let\’s start to look at one example of this \’wholeness\’ with something awfully close to our heart-our stomach.

Whole Food VS Half Food

We have heard the term \’whole food\’. They say that eating whole food is the key to the health and wellness we seek. Then why is whole food so much better than \’half food\’?

A whole grain for example has a life. So, if you soak the whole grain in water, drain the next day and leave for a few days, it sprouts. It has a life of its own. When we eat such food, our body absorbs the full live nutrients. It has all the properties to cleanse, heal and nurture different body cells.

And just like the example of a grain, most traditional eating includes eating whole animals as well. Eating whole fresh fish used to be more common than taking a part of fish and throwing the rest away. It was the same for meat and the same for vegetables.

\’Part food\’ sometimes tastes better and smells better but does not have much nutrition. We may enjoy its taste, but we could have some lasting illness if we only ate \’part food\’ all days of our life.

So, to make up for the missing half, we began to take nutritional supplements. We have been trying and researching for pretty long to find the perfect equilibrium. It gets more and more difficult as we slice the food up, add preservatives and transport, and even try to supplement with other parts coming from various sources, places and seasons. Some of the nutrients are not even from natural resources. They are synthetically generated. After it is tested and analysed, it is approved for man\’s consumption. But however hard we try, we cannot merge the \’bits\’ from different sources to make it alive.

Half Life-\’Sweetness\’ of Life

So, if we view our life now, a lot of what we are doing is akin to eating \’semi food.\’ Just relishing the sweet taste of life but discarding the actual nourishing part. And if we immerse this \’semi life\’ in water with other bits and kept it under the sun, could it sprout and develop into a lovely full life?

Whole food is not (as some people seem to believe) of a bland taste. In fact it tastes better if cooked properly. But as requirement is low, it is more costly. It is in reality more cost-effective in the long term though, as we will have to pay less as medical costs later on. When more people will start having it, it would automatically become less expensive as it is a simple food with less processing cost and waste.

Our life is the same. When we only appreciate the \’sweetness\’, and throw away the rest in rubbish bins because we don\’t see its value, we may be wasting the most important part. And the part we throw away could have the greatest power for the sustainability of our life and our economy. It also takes more energy and resources to discard it. Better yet, the part we throw away is free.

So, what is that we are not looking at?

Imagine a life where we didn\’t really feel we were missing anything there.

The secret is right here. The secret of a full life.

Entire Life-The Complete Life

When it\’s \’whole\’, it doesn\’t matter how big the whole is. It can expand simultaneously. It can still contain all the elements to sustain itself as a whole living being. Once it grows to a certain size, it can still live without some of the parts. Like plants can live after being eaten a little by birds or trees still thrive even after losing their leaves. But if we neglect the balance for a very long time, eventually it can start creating a fatal imbalance. Then it could become too complicated to get back into balance.

We do not have to revert to Stone Age to find entirety. Entirety exists in the current. All we should do is watch intimately; watch intimately enough to actually see.

When we begin seeing our life in its fullness and stop casting out what nurtures our life the most, we start experiencing more and more satisfaction without looking for \’things\’ to fill the gaps and hollows of our life. Things finally fit into place. We now grasp the intricacies of our world in a completely different manner.

Yes, it is now time to discover how we can fashion (and perceive) this equation consistently and affordably.

The actual enriching part of our life is what makes us feel fine deep inside. It is like that portion of food that makes us hale and hearty in the final tally. Sensations we experience in our daily life are the real answer to our lasting joy. And there are sensations that make us feel more full.

The happy faces we see when we give recognition to others. The pleasure we experience when we give presents to others. The affection we feel when we see our kids being happy. The encouragements we get when we feel our life is full of significance ..

Let\’s experience these moments of our life fully and enjoy the flavour of our whole life. Then we will see how it is not so necessary to continuously fill our mind (and stomach!) with temporal gratifications-those types of things that make us even hungrier afterwards.

We can actually experience this delight, thankfulness and affection in order to sense life as a whole at any minute irrespective of the circumstances. It is not about what we perceive, what we are told or how we act that conclude our life as a whole. It is about what we \’opt to\’ feel about our life.

Yes, our life indeed is already absolute.

When we initiate taking actions based on this knowledge, we can have real control over the balance creation – enduring health, prosperity, enriching connection and delight.

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It’s a fact – the spa is a big industry and is still booming. And nothing can stop that. Sometime in November this year, the International Spa Association (ISPA) published its 2010 Trend Watch report, identifying several fascinating craze for spas in 2010:

Customer Service. Nothing beats a great customer service! You could present the most costly spa treatment, but when the client isn’t contented with her spa experience, it’s tantamount to nothing. “In fact, 87 percent of ISPA member spas are employing customer feedback mechanisms to ensure they’re exceeding consumers’ demands…” Spas must adopt better ways then to hand the clients a more satisfying spa experience.

Spa Sampling Menus. This is a great means to let spa clients get a sort of “preview” of the different treatments thatthey are planning to try on.

Spa Partnerships. This permits spas to broaden their reach by forming partnerships with local businesses that may also gain from them. Through this, spas are able to boost their business and grow the number of clients by bringing the spa nearer to the clients. Different schemes can be conducted like discounted prices with partner hotels or resorts. And who doesn’t like a bargain?

Social Media. From tweeting to blogging, and everything in between, it’s estimated that in 2010 social media will continue to be powerful in helping spa-goers make decision from what to where of spa. Needless to say, spas should make the most out of social media to gather clients.

Beauty Rest. Not yet very ordinary, but a tempting choice like this can certainly increase the number of spa visits. This merely signifies making that spare time at the spa to catch some forty winks while savoring a restful massage. Or rather more attractive is to just book a room in a spa heavy with calming aroma to get more sleep.

These are just few of the exciting trends that the spa industry is eyeballing for 2010. Now, there are a bunch of greater things to look forward to for your 2010 spa visits.

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If you can not stand the way your teeth look you have several options. It is time to say good bye to stained teeth with tooth whitening. The least expensive way is purchasing a kit from the drug store. You may decide to seek professional help by visiting your dentist. He can be a wealth of information for you. Choosing dental treatments can get very expensive.

Make an appointment with your dentist and explain how you want better looking teeth. He will tell you all the treatments and explain what happens during each one. It is best to go home and think about it for a little while instead of making a snap decision. After you come to a conclusion call and make another appointment and move forward.

Laser bleaching is very popular these days in the dental office. The dentist will spread a special peroxide gel on the tooth surface and then place a light close to the gel. The light causes the gel to change the color of teeth. You might have to come back again depending on the results you get the first time.

The second process is a little more detailed. They must make a mold of your teeth and from the mold they construct a mouth tray that fits only your mouth. They use a similar gel to fill the trays and it is placed in your mouth. You will have to sit there for a period of one to two hours. Once you see how it came out, at that point you decide if you need to come back again.

If you have never tried to change the shade of your teeth at home, there is always a first time. Most people like the teeth strips because they contain ingredients that are supposed to take the stains off the teeth. You place a strip on the top and bottom teeth. Leave on according to the directions, and it will tell you how many days to use as well.

There is a product that is usually white in color and you brush each tooth with it and you must let it dry. After it dries out you must brush thoroughly to get it off. You will see a difference after several applications. Like the strips, it may be a week or more before you notice that the shade is getting brighter.

A couple unique ways to get results would be using baking soda to brush the teeth and rinse with two teaspoons of peroxide mixed with two teaspoons of water. You could also dip the brush into peroxide and brush normally followed by brushing with baking soda. This is basically the same thing just a different way of doing it.

Now that you know how to get a brighter smile with tooth whitening you have a lot to think about. Begin by speaking to your dentist about it, he can guide you what is right for you. If you pick a dental treatment in the office then you will have to be treated at least twice. This can be very costly but you will see results right away.

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Bumblebees are all giving by nature. They give naturally to maintain the environment of abundance. But each bumblebee actually takes a different position in maintaining the colony as well as the flower garden. So, I thought human beings are the same. We are all naturally giving and sharing. But we express our giving in different ways. So, here it is a \’giving bee\’ chart where you can find your bumblebee type. Watch out for the following bumblebee analysis! The more you share your value as a giving bees, the more we can all do together to make a difference.

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Bee type analysis

1. Change-making bee

A giving bumblebee who likes to see change – who spots every opportunity to do something better and worthwhile. A change-making bee often starts up new exciting projects for others to participate in. A flexible thinker who can collaborate well with others while often taking a leadership focus in making change. Many business leaders and creators are this type of giving bumblebee. They are not afraid of opening to change.

2. Believing bee

A giving bee who believes in one core belief very strongly and inspire others to follow. Rather than changing all the time and being way too flexible, this giving bee attracts people by being solid like a rock and integral to the steadfast belief and vision. Some of the religious leaders as well as politicians are this type of giving bee. Believing bees makes for a great leader who attracts mass number of followers. This bumblebee also can be a great follower who strongly supports an existing belief and inspires others to come together.

3. Caring and nurturing bumblebee

A giving bee who may not stand out as a firm leader but actually are the biggest heart focused giver. A caring and nurturing bumblebee is selfless in giving and is always first to take the giving action when seeing anyone in trouble. Though this bee seems gentle and subtle, the strong desire to give and care for others drives this giving bumblebee to show some astounding giving acts. Many people who dedicate their lives to giving (volunteering, community service etc) are this type of bumblebee. Giving comes more natural to them.

4. Supporting and uniting bumblebee

A giving bumblebee who sees the biggest value in connecting and collaborating in effective partnerships. This giving bumblebee is very focused on looking for existing great ideas, mechanisms, philosophies or beliefs to benefit the community. It tends to support what resonates with him/her more often than coming up with a brand new way. A supporting and uniting bee is less attached to own way and has more flexible thinking while being quite strategic about what to support. Rather than taking immediate action emotionally, this bumblebee sees the value in creating the sustainable unity. Long-term \’quiet\’ charity givers and those who take low profile in community giving but stick to the same project for a long time are usually this type of bee.

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Lawyers are a bit like doctors in that they tend to specialize. Chances are you wouldnt go to a dermatologist with a stomach disorder. You also wouldnt go to a probate lawyer if you wanted a divorce. If you are looking for a disability lawyer then there are a few questions you should ask up front. Find the best lawyer for you with a few simple guidelines.

One rotten apple spoils the barrel. Lawyers have gotten a bad name and for the most part they are just like you and me. They are doing a job for which they were trained to do and they provide a necessary service to the community. Without lawyers we could have some very serious issues especially when trying to navigate the court system on our own.

Start by interviewing several lawyers. Make an appointment and talk with them about your case. Ask them what they think they can do for you. You should also ask for an estimate. Keep in mind that if your case goes to court you could pay a higher price. Ask if you will be billed by the hour or one standard fee for the entire case.

In a lot of cases you may only be charged a percentage of what you get. This fee may be waived if you lose your case. This is a great way to go because you know that if the lawyer takes your case he thinks you can win. You also know that he isnt just out to get as much money as he can by padding the bill. This may also be an incentive for him to work a bit harder to help you win.

The cause of the disability may affect the lawyer you seek as well. If you were hurt on the job then a lawyer that specializes in workers compensation may be best. If you are a victim of medical malpractice then they also have lawyers who specialize in that field. Pick a lawyer that you know has the knowledge to build and win a case for your given circumstances.

Ask around about the best lawyer in the field. Your friends and family may have information that can save you time and money. Word of mouth is still the best form of advertising. You can get a lot of useful information from people who have been in similar situations. In some cases you may need the best lawyer available.

Dont wait to see a lawyer about your case. Most things have a statute of limitations and if you have been injured then medical testing may need to be done immediately. Your lawyer will know what to do and how to get it done. In some cases they may even get the doctor to wait for the settlement before you are charged. This can save out of pocket expense.

If you are looking for a disability lawyer then you may not have to look any further then you yellow pages. Lawyers are usually plentiful especially in large cities. Keep in mind that laws vary from state to state so you will need someone from your area to represent you.

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