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Amazing Five-Minute Self-Massage to Relieve Stress

8/14/2016

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Technique 1 (for relief of nausea): Locate the point of the arm three finger-lengths up from the forearm beginning at the wrist. In this spot, apply a firm amount of pressure by rotating the tip of the thumb for about 2 to 3 minutes.
Technique 2 (for relief of both stress and tension): The next are is located in the webbed area of the hand, between the thumb and index finger. Using the opposite hand’s thumb and index finger, apply firm pressure on both sides of the webbing for about 2 to 3 minutes while deep breathing.
Technique 3 (for improved energy and alleviation of exhaustion): In the shoulder well, also known as the trapezius area, apply firm pressure by “pinching” the area halfway between the shoulder and base of the neck. In Chinese medicine, it is believed that massaging this area help to improve Qi (energy) flow. Perform the motion for about 2 minutes and switch to the other side.
Technique 4 (for increased blood flow and relaxation): In an area located approximately two finger-widths above where the arms meet the chest (around the rotator cuff area), apply firm pressure. This will help to increase blood flow and invoke feelings of relaxation.

Step 5 (for relief of insomnia, stiffness, and exhaustion): The final area is located one finger-width below the base of the skull on either side of the spine. The best practice for applying firm pressure in this area is to wrap the fingers around the back of the skull and use the thumbs to apply pressure. Stimulate this area while taking deep breaths and closing the eyes. The massaging at this location is said to help with relieving exhaustion, stiffness and insomnia.




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https://www.powerofpositivity.com/this-5-minute-massage-you-can-do-yourself-relieves-stress-and-anxiety/




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Daily Inspirational Vitamin

2/11/2015

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Break-fast is the most important meal of the day!

11/30/2014

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Papaya Banana Smoothie

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The day after Thanksgiving let's get it!

11/28/2014

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Inspirational Words

9/10/2014

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There are three methods to gaining wisdom. The first is reflection, which is the highest. The second is limitation, which is the easiest. The third is experience, which is the bitterest. ~CONFUCIUS~ 
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Inspirational Words

9/10/2014

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The more a man knows, the more he forgives. C.T.G. 
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A Few Words Regarding Detoxing

5/18/2014

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One of the things I like about detoxing is it resets your body, mind and soul. It rids your body of toxins and chemicals that make you sick and removes cravings. If you eat right your body will always have what it needs to detox, but some people need to do a hardcore detox to prevent death and illness. Anyway, do your research to see which detox is best for you. ‪#‎rehabtime‬ ‪#‎mastercleanse‬

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ISAIAH'S CHOICE BLACK EYE PEA HUMMUS RECIPE

5/18/2014

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Ingredients

3-4 sprigs fresh cilantro
3-4 sprigs fresh parsley
¾ cup diced onions
½ cup roasted red peppers
1 tsp celery salt
½ tsp cumin
¼ cup tahini
1 tb fresh lemon juice
2 tsp white balsamic vinegar
2 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp liquid soy or tamari sauce
3 cups cooked drained Black eye Peas.

Directions: Place cilantro, parsley and onion in food processor; pulse until coarsely chopped. Add remaining ingredients and blend until smooth. Serve with toasted pita bread or cut up spelt bread or spelt wrap and toast.



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Real Candy Preparation

4/30/2014

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Pineapple Preparation

After you have pulled out the core of the pineapple with the pineapple cutter, you can use the shell as a cup to hold the juice or smoothie mixture or you can save the pineapple in the freezer if you are not ready to use it right away. Another thing you can do with the pineapple shell is cut it up some more and remove the excess pineapple further with a knife or eat straight from the hull.

Blueberry Prep

Blueberries and grapes are washed with veggie wash or you can use vinegar or lemon juice as well just to name a few other ways to clean your fruit. I like to soak my fruit in water with a drop or two of bleach. I call this Jewish cleansing.  Once I'm done scrubbing the fruit I rinse off fruit in a strainer or colander. Then I transport the fruit into sealed airtight  containers. These types of containers help preserve the fruit longer. You can also seal fruit in mason jars as well. Enjoy~

Grape prep

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Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so don't skip it!

4/26/2014

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Breakfast is served! Blueberry soy yogurt, spelt cake topped with raw almond butter and yerba mate tea herbal mixture. Blueberries are great antioxidants and you can save money on almond butter by buying it fresh at your local health store.
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