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I’m out the door early this morning to weed my newly planted garden.  It’s a very humid day, with low-hanging foggy clouds after a night of rain and lighting.  This day is soggy and gloomy, reminiscent of the fog of depression. I tell myself that this kind of day actually may seem dreary, but it…

This Memorial Day, and every day, let us honor our ancestors, our fallen soldiers, and our long line of spiritual mothers and fathers.  Let us honor them by seeing God in them, and in taking good care of ourselves.  A Memorial Day is a day of memory; the continuance of love everlasting. We have been…

Try this meditation today. It’s very peaceful. Do it BEFORE you overeat. Sit comfortably and close your eyes. Focus your mind’s attention on your breathing: in and out, in and out. Do this for as long as you can. End with three nice, deep breaths and hold them at the top and bottom of the…

Sugar and sugar addiction is a big topic with me, and I know it is with a lot of our readers, too, going by the number of comments and page views we’ve received. Of course, the amounts of food I overate when 400 pounds was a contributing factor to my obesity, as was the types…

Here are some weight loss ideas, and some methods to help you lose weight and continue a healthy diet and lifestyle. Losing weight is not just about eating less, it is also important to eat the best foods.  If you truly want to lose weight, or maintain health, eat mostly vegetables, a little protein, and…

Alright, the season is over and it was great.  It came down to two really excellent people, and performers. Who won American Idol tonight?  I was hugely surprised when it was Lee DeWyze. I had predicted throughout the season that it would be Crystal.  Now, I understand perhaps why it wasn’t her.  She is a…

I was at dinner the other day, with my wife and her friend who was taking us out.  I ordered a “Monday Night Special”  that included appetizer, entrée and desert.  Feeling guity about it, while ordering I quickly reminded myself that I want to remain healthy, lose a few pounds, not diet, but not go…

Have you ever had that “love rush” feeling, where you experience connection with the earth, others, and yourself?  You feel a part of everything; you belong and are truly valuable? Time almost stands still in those moments of pure love.  One loses oneself in a warm glow of happiness.  There is ultimate peace. These moments…

Here’s a helpful, inspiring idea for your day, today.  Instead of seeing what’s wrong, see what’s right.  Further, try to see love present all around you. As you come into contact with people, turn negative first impressions around.  Think about how they are loving to others, and to you.  See the love that must be…

Another reader’s inquiry.What do you do if small portions don’t fill you up? I recommend eating six small meals throughout the day: one serving (USDA Food Guide Pyramid size) of grains, protein (meat or dairy), and a fruit or vegetable. This means eating every 3-4 hours. When you do that, you’re rarely hungry. Be sure to…
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