by Sam Suska
Initiating holistic self-care is a process of identifying one's negative 'stressors' and steadily replacing them with positive 'stressors'. Holistic self-care begins with making a very conscious effort to employ a rational thought process with a positive outlook. This includes focusing on the aspects of life and situations one is in control of while 'letting go' of focusing on what is out the individual's c0ntrol. Adequately responding to emotions will follow, and as one begins to take control of how they think, the emotions will become more rational as well.
In addition, one of the greatest benefits of the rational thought process with a positive outlook is the ability to determine the best options and make the optimal choices in fulfilling and performing the basic functions. How and what the individual breathes, thinks, chooses, moves, eats, drinks, eliminates, sleeps, grooms and socializes (the basic functions) plays the ultimate role in 'holistic health status' for many individuals.
Following employment of the rational thought process with positive outlook is becoming aware of and slowly instituting holistic nutrition. Holistic nutrition can be found in my forthcoming book, "The True Health Lifestyle: Guide for Holistic Self-Care". But in short, holistic nutrition for the beginning holistic self-care includes reducing meats, eggs, dairy, gluten products, soy, vinegar, peanuts, sugary fruits, alcohol and caffeine products. This will be a process for most people, but health and peace of mind are the notable direct effects of eliminating these 'stressor' food and drinks and replacing them with vegetables, low-sugar fruits, nuts, seeds and fish.
Holistic exercise is the obvious step to complement the thinking and eating improvements. The key is to balance the types of exercise used (vigorous and relaxing) and improve the connection between mind and body. Relaxing exercise is absolutely necessary and quite overlooked, especially by the regular gym rats. This includes but is not limited to all forms of stretching, rebounding on a trampoline, yoga, qi-gong and tai-chi. This needs to be equally balanced with vigorous exercise which includes time efficient resistance training and cardio work preferably of low-impact variety and suited to one's individual conditioning level. Finding the optimal holistic exericise balance and using one's time efficiently are the keys to maximizing the effectiveness of exercise. The great benefit is increasing the basic function of eliminating 'stressors' which can lead to fat loss and improve body composition and functional status.
Finally, a holistic living plan which addresses the manners one uses to sleep, groom, socialize and encourage elimination. Simply using more "natural" products around the house and on the body is the first step for grooming. This includes toothpaste, deodorant, cleaning supplies and detergents. Next, organzing the sleeping area is essential, this can be done by reducing the electrical appliances in the sleeping room, and removing clutter. Socializing can be focused on by making the goal to have a positive interaction with one stranger and one associate or family member each and every day. Finally, supporting elimination with fiber and mineral supplementation, taking cleansing bath and wearing food pads to sleep in will help balance the positive and negative 'stressors'.
These are all direct and easy to employ initial steps in holistic self-care and are best used with a lifestyle journal which details each aspect. The holistic lifestyle journal is included in my forthcoming book, "The True Health Lifestyle: Guide for Holistic Self-Care" and is quite proficient at reminding individuals to pay equal attention to the many aspects of living. Making these initial changes is quite possible regardless of the present situation of any individual. Just keep the mind on the prize......taking control of health, vitality and productivity. I personally have found this, along with many of the clients I personally work with. Now is the time to start your plan.
Sunday, August 29, 2010
Saturday, August 14, 2010
Holistic Resources
by Sam Suska
A lifestyle of holistic self-care requires time, planning, patience and some guidance. Please purchase the forthcoming text, "The True Health Lifestyle: Guide for Holistic Self-Care" for in-depth guidance to initiate, build and maintain holistic self-care. For now, this is a brief introduction to help a motivated individual improve the quality of the sources used to fulfill and perform the basic functions of life.
A lifestyle of holistic self-care requires time, planning, patience and some guidance. Please purchase the forthcoming text, "The True Health Lifestyle: Guide for Holistic Self-Care" for in-depth guidance to initiate, build and maintain holistic self-care. For now, this is a brief introduction to help a motivated individual improve the quality of the sources used to fulfill and perform the basic functions of life.
I have personal experience using the following resources; I have employed, used or purchased all of the following. I have categorized the following resources by the basic function in which they support. The function of eating has a detailed list, I have more resources and reviews which I may expand upon in a future article. I also provide some insight with each resource; briefly outlining why and how to employ each resource.
1. Breathing
Improving the efficiency of breathing takes practice and some resistance. Using this apparatus adds resistance to either inhalation, exhalation or both at the same time. Use this exercise tool to improve the lung capacity and diaphragm strength. I personally use this a few times per week, focusing on diaphragm breathing; which is simply described as filling the stomach with air.
http://www.powerlung.com/
2. Thinking
Employing a rational thought process with a positive outlook is absolutely essential to making the commitment to nourishing the mind, body and spirit that signifies holistic self-care.
The following blog I previously authored is a solid introduction.
http://truehealthservices.blogspot.com/2010/08/rational-thought-process-w-positive.html
I was personally inspired by Dr. Pucci a few years ago and instituted the principles of rational thought to my life with great benefits and rewards. Please take this quick test and begin using the suggestions offered free of charge. This test can help you understand the rational thought process and how to use it in your life.
http://www.rational-thinking-score.com/
3. Choosing
Holistic self-care is the actual process of making the optimal choices to nourish, care and love your own mind, body and spirit. “The True Health Lifestyle: Guide for Holistic Self-Care”, the book I am currently completing is basic professional guidance to making the optimal choices.
The following blog I previously authored is a solid introduction to choosing.
http://truehealthservices.blogspot.com/2010/06/options-and-choices.html
In addition to reading and employing the principles and tips in my book, I recommend two additional books which continue to motivate my personal holistic self-care lifestyle. “The pH Miracle: Revised and Updated”, by Dr. Robert Young is the single best source of scientific rationale on the pH balance of the human body, which is monumental in holistic self-care. Maintaining an alkaline pH with balanced, adequate ‘energy’ flow are the goals of holistic self-care and signify the mind and spirit commitment to nourishment and self-care as a whole.
Be sure to purchase the revised and updated version, which was released this year.
http://www.amazon.com/pH-Miracle-Balance-Reclaim-Health/dp/0446556181/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1281799782&sr=8-1
4. Moving
Holistic exercise is essential for reaching the ‘optimal function’ level of ‘holistic health status’ which signifies good health, vitality and peace of mind. Holistic exercise balances vigorous and relaxing forms of exercise on a regular basis without the need for extremely long gym time investment. In addition to “The True Health Lifestyle: Guide for Holistic Self-Care” which details the scientific rationale and practical employment of a holistic exercise program, I recommend the following books which I refer to in my book.
Please read this blog I have written providing brief outline of holistic exercise:
http://truehealthservices.blogspot.com/2010/06/basic-function-moving.html
One can find a variety of vigorous exercises that can be performed nearly anywhere in this book.
http://www.rosstraining.com/nevergymless.html
The following book has a variety of relaxing exercise that can be performed nearly anywhere.
http://www.amazon.com/Energy-Now-Vitality-Overcome-Tension/dp/0028626753/ref=sr_1_7?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1281800841&sr=1-7
1. Breathing
Improving the efficiency of breathing takes practice and some resistance. Using this apparatus adds resistance to either inhalation, exhalation or both at the same time. Use this exercise tool to improve the lung capacity and diaphragm strength. I personally use this a few times per week, focusing on diaphragm breathing; which is simply described as filling the stomach with air.
http://www.powerlung.com/
2. Thinking
Employing a rational thought process with a positive outlook is absolutely essential to making the commitment to nourishing the mind, body and spirit that signifies holistic self-care.
The following blog I previously authored is a solid introduction.
http://truehealthservices.blogspot.com/2010/08/rational-thought-process-w-positive.html
I was personally inspired by Dr. Pucci a few years ago and instituted the principles of rational thought to my life with great benefits and rewards. Please take this quick test and begin using the suggestions offered free of charge. This test can help you understand the rational thought process and how to use it in your life.
http://www.rational-thinking-score.com/
3. Choosing
Holistic self-care is the actual process of making the optimal choices to nourish, care and love your own mind, body and spirit. “The True Health Lifestyle: Guide for Holistic Self-Care”, the book I am currently completing is basic professional guidance to making the optimal choices.
The following blog I previously authored is a solid introduction to choosing.
http://truehealthservices.blogspot.com/2010/06/options-and-choices.html
In addition to reading and employing the principles and tips in my book, I recommend two additional books which continue to motivate my personal holistic self-care lifestyle. “The pH Miracle: Revised and Updated”, by Dr. Robert Young is the single best source of scientific rationale on the pH balance of the human body, which is monumental in holistic self-care. Maintaining an alkaline pH with balanced, adequate ‘energy’ flow are the goals of holistic self-care and signify the mind and spirit commitment to nourishment and self-care as a whole.
Be sure to purchase the revised and updated version, which was released this year.
http://www.amazon.com/pH-Miracle-Balance-Reclaim-Health/dp/0446556181/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1281799782&sr=8-1
4. Moving
Holistic exercise is essential for reaching the ‘optimal function’ level of ‘holistic health status’ which signifies good health, vitality and peace of mind. Holistic exercise balances vigorous and relaxing forms of exercise on a regular basis without the need for extremely long gym time investment. In addition to “The True Health Lifestyle: Guide for Holistic Self-Care” which details the scientific rationale and practical employment of a holistic exercise program, I recommend the following books which I refer to in my book.
Please read this blog I have written providing brief outline of holistic exercise:
http://truehealthservices.blogspot.com/2010/06/basic-function-moving.html
One can find a variety of vigorous exercises that can be performed nearly anywhere in this book.
http://www.rosstraining.com/nevergymless.html
The following book has a variety of relaxing exercise that can be performed nearly anywhere.
http://www.amazon.com/Energy-Now-Vitality-Overcome-Tension/dp/0028626753/ref=sr_1_7?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1281800841&sr=1-7
This book features a wealth of information on exercise from a mind-body perspective performed in order to honor posture and muscle balance. After browsing this text and feeling the results from applying many of his exercises and strategies I decided to use his company, The CHEK Institute, for some training and became certified as a holistic lifestyle coach.
http://www.amazon.com/Movement-That-Matters-Paul-Chek/dp/1583870024/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1290675918&sr=8-4
5. Eating
ORGANIC pea protein concentrate
One should consistently alter the sources of protein in the nutrition plan. Even mixing two or three types of protein concentrate in one drink is a good strategy to supply the body with a multitude of amino acids.
http://www.sourcenaturals.com/products/GP2258/
Essential Oil Blend
This is an oil that can be added to salads, already cooked foods and nuts and seeds. This oil blend uses flax, sesame, sunflower and evening primrose for omega 3, 6 and 9.
http://www.florahealth.com/flora/home/USA/Products/R67980.htm
ORGANIC shelled hemp seed (whole)
These are very small and can be added as toppings to salads, cooked veggies or even eaten with nuts and seeds. These are protein packed, and are acually a whole food, so they have a nice serving of hemp oil as well.
http://nutiva.com/products/7_hempseeds.php
ORGANIC flax seed, cold-milled "powder/flour"
For an introduction to holistic nutrition please refer to these blogs I have written, the first one is long, the others are shorter and more concise.
This blog explains the acts of eating and digestion and how they determine food choices.
http://truehealthservices.blogspot.com/2010/06/basic-function-eating.html
http://truehealthservices.blogspot.com/2010/06/basic-function-eating.html
This blog provides a brief intro to evaluating foods from a holistic perspective.
This blog is a brief suggestion of some meals, foods and strategies for a holistic nutrition plan.
This is simply a list of some foods to purchase for implementing a holistic nutrition.
http://truehealthservices.blogspot.com/2010/07/holistic-nutrition-shopping-list.html
The following foods meet the basic holistic nutrition requirement by providing significantly more benefit (alkaline pH and ‘energy’) than cost (acidic pH and deficient or imbalanced ‘energy’).
SEA SALT
These brands are both high quality, but the pH miracle brand is actually a colloidal forms of sea salt, with all its minerals not just NaCl. I highly recommend the pH miracle colloidal salt to spray onto salads, cooked veggies, cooked fish, raw fish, basically everything. The body needs salt to conduct the 'energy' running it; a healthy body will have around one pound of salt! Many of the cravings (sugars, starches) and urges (meats) people deal with on a regular basis are actually the body telling the mind it needs salt, and it needs salt badly. Salt is the primary ingredient used by the body to not just conduct 'energy' but alkalize itself as well (sodium bicarbonate). Support the body by consuming these sea salts daily.
http://phmiracleliving.com/p-211-phlavor.aspx
https://www.realsalt.com/shop/realsalt-granular/realsalt-pouch.html
ORGANIC hempseed oil
I recommend to add a tablespoon to a salad or cover nuts and seeds with this delicious oil. The goal is to get in 1 tablespoon of this oil daily to help the body eliminate 'stressors' or use acids for energy. Essential oils, like this one easily bind to acids in the blood and can be burned cleanly for energy.
http://truehealthservices.blogspot.com/2010/07/holistic-nutrition-shopping-list.html
The following foods meet the basic holistic nutrition requirement by providing significantly more benefit (alkaline pH and ‘energy’) than cost (acidic pH and deficient or imbalanced ‘energy’).
SEA SALT
These brands are both high quality, but the pH miracle brand is actually a colloidal forms of sea salt, with all its minerals not just NaCl. I highly recommend the pH miracle colloidal salt to spray onto salads, cooked veggies, cooked fish, raw fish, basically everything. The body needs salt to conduct the 'energy' running it; a healthy body will have around one pound of salt! Many of the cravings (sugars, starches) and urges (meats) people deal with on a regular basis are actually the body telling the mind it needs salt, and it needs salt badly. Salt is the primary ingredient used by the body to not just conduct 'energy' but alkalize itself as well (sodium bicarbonate). Support the body by consuming these sea salts daily.
http://phmiracleliving.com/p-211-phlavor.aspx
https://www.realsalt.com/shop/realsalt-granular/realsalt-pouch.html
ORGANIC hempseed oil
I recommend to add a tablespoon to a salad or cover nuts and seeds with this delicious oil. The goal is to get in 1 tablespoon of this oil daily to help the body eliminate 'stressors' or use acids for energy. Essential oils, like this one easily bind to acids in the blood and can be burned cleanly for energy.
http://manitobaharvest.com/cartshop/productview.asp?key=3
http://www.worldpantry.com/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/ProductDisplay?prmenbr=655972&prrfnbr=708962
http://www.vitacost.com/Living-Harvest-Organic-Hemp-Oil-8-45-fl-oz-Each-Pack-of-6
ORGANIC macadamia nut oil
I recommend to get at least a tablespoon of macadamia nut oil on a regular basis. I personally cover a serving of nuts or seeds with this oil; I do not prefer to use this with salads or veggies. http://www.nowfoods.com/Products/ProductsbyCategory/Category/M043295.htm?cat=Natural%20Foods%2c%20Organic
ORGANIC rice protein concentrate
This is a quality vegetarian form of protein that can be added to a cup of water to ensure one is receiving enough of the amino acids needed for 'optimal function'.
http://www.nutribiotic.com/organic-rice-protein.htm
http://www.worldpantry.com/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/ProductDisplay?prmenbr=655972&prrfnbr=708962
http://www.vitacost.com/Living-Harvest-Organic-Hemp-Oil-8-45-fl-oz-Each-Pack-of-6
ORGANIC macadamia nut oil
I recommend to get at least a tablespoon of macadamia nut oil on a regular basis. I personally cover a serving of nuts or seeds with this oil; I do not prefer to use this with salads or veggies. http://www.nowfoods.com/Products/ProductsbyCategory/Category/M043295.htm?cat=Natural%20Foods%2c%20Organic
ORGANIC rice protein concentrate
This is a quality vegetarian form of protein that can be added to a cup of water to ensure one is receiving enough of the amino acids needed for 'optimal function'.
http://www.nutribiotic.com/organic-rice-protein.htm
ORGANIC hemp protein concentrate
Hempseed protein is a wonderful vegetarian form of protein which also provides a healthy serving of fiber with it. There are 2 brands I recommend, one is very fiber dense and the other still contains fiber, but much less. Use hemp protein, rice protein or pea protein concentrates to supplement or assist your diet in fulfilling your amino acid needs. Remember, these supplements are only capable of assisting your diet, not playing a major role. Use wild fatty fish, spinach, avocado, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, quinoa, sesame seed butter (quinoa), chickpeas, brown rice, millet, artichokes and all green leafy veggies as your key protein sources.
Fiber dense hemp protein:
Less fiber dense hemp protein, very cost-effective as well:
ORGANIC pea protein concentrate
One should consistently alter the sources of protein in the nutrition plan. Even mixing two or three types of protein concentrate in one drink is a good strategy to supply the body with a multitude of amino acids.
http://www.sourcenaturals.com/products/GP2258/
Essential Oil Blend
This is an oil that can be added to salads, already cooked foods and nuts and seeds. This oil blend uses flax, sesame, sunflower and evening primrose for omega 3, 6 and 9.
http://www.florahealth.com/flora/home/USA/Products/R67980.htm
ORGANIC shelled hemp seed (whole)
These are very small and can be added as toppings to salads, cooked veggies or even eaten with nuts and seeds. These are protein packed, and are acually a whole food, so they have a nice serving of hemp oil as well.
http://nutiva.com/products/7_hempseeds.php
ORGANIC flax seed, cold-milled "powder/flour"
This is like a flour or powder you can use to add to a soup, make a breakfast with or simply bake with.
ORGANIC grapefruit
Organic grapefruit taste considerable better than the new-fangled conventional pesticide version. These are from one of the most prominent organic farms located just outside of San Diego.
http://phmiracleliving.com/p-154-grapefruits-organic-box-of-20-25.aspx
ORGANIC sprouted pumpkin seeds
I always recommend to sprout seeds to maximize the 'energy' content and alkalinity.
http://www.goraw.com/products/Sprouted_Pumpkin_Seeds
ORGANIC sprouted sunflower seeds
These seeds, along with pumpkin seeds are quite protein dense, and can be combined with one of the oils for a quality meal.
http://www.goraw.com/products/Sprouted_Sunflower_Seeds
ORGANIC sunflower oil
WATER IONIZER with filter
The body runs on electrical 'energy' which is supplied by foods and drinks. All matter is composed of electrical energy, some in the form of protons and some in the form of electrons. Electrons have a negative charge and react with protons, which have a positive charge to generate or stimulate 'energy' in the human body. The human body is is largely made of protons, thus requiring a constant supply of electrons to generate 'energy'. While the body has the amazing ability to react with other protons like sugar and caffeine to stimulate 'energy', it has an intense need and desire for electrons. This water, along with holistic nutrition of raw and lightly cooked foods will help the body finally meet it's needs for electrical 'energy'.
GREEN DRINK CONCENTRATE
I personally sell this concentrated dose of fruits and veggies which enables a person to get in up to 20 servings in one small drink. The peppermint taste is fantastic as well.
e-mail me for ordering info: truehealthservices@gmail.com
FRUIT DRINK CONCENTRATE
I also have red and purple fruit concentrated drinks which are low in sugar but may help an individual with sugar cravings or simply to stop drinking crap. This also has 10 to 20 servings of fruit in one scoop; powerful dose of antioxidants.
e-mail me for ordering info: truehealthservices@gmail.com
7. Grooming
SKIN BRUSH
The skin brush can be used on the whole body to assist the removal of dead skin and also generate the movement of lymph. I recommend brushing the whole body for 2 to 3 minutes before every shower, starting at the feet and brushing towards the colon.
http://www.earththerapeutics.net/prodinfo.asp?number=6970
DEODORANT
I personally sell a deodorant made from salts. This is preferable to conventional deodorants that actually prevent the lymphatic system from eliminating acids through the armpits. There is also considerable evidence that conventional deodorants are correlated with breast cancer; whether it is the aluminum or simply the act to prevent the body from natural detox, I do not know. But, get rid of conventional deodorants and try to support the natural function of the human body.
e-mail me for ordering info: truehealthservices@gmail.com
Organic grapefruit taste considerable better than the new-fangled conventional pesticide version. These are from one of the most prominent organic farms located just outside of San Diego.
http://phmiracleliving.com/p-154-grapefruits-organic-box-of-20-25.aspx
ORGANIC sprouted pumpkin seeds
I always recommend to sprout seeds to maximize the 'energy' content and alkalinity.
http://www.goraw.com/products/Sprouted_Pumpkin_Seeds
ORGANIC sprouted sunflower seeds
These seeds, along with pumpkin seeds are quite protein dense, and can be combined with one of the oils for a quality meal.
http://www.goraw.com/products/Sprouted_Sunflower_Seeds
ORGANIC sunflower oil
This is also a high quality oil as long as it made in a high quality fashion, which means it is expeller processed and organic. Sunflower oil can be used for stir-fry and added to foods as well. Sunflower oil is a great oil to add variety to your nutrition and provide your vegetable, nuts and seeds with a different taste.
ORGANIC coconut oil
This oil is very affordable, but the quality is the same as other coconut oils. Use this to cook your foods and even drink or eat a tablespoon with an all-fruit meal to maximize 'energy', stimulate metabolism and detox the body. In fact, coconut oil has been shown to do a multitude of health promoting things; make organic coconut oil a regular part of your life.
http://www.vitacost.com/NSI-Extra-Virgin-Certified-Organic-Coconut-Oil-54-fl-oz
ORGANIC dried peas
These are protein dense, but a starchy as well; so keep the serving sizes small. You can add these to top off salads and cooked veggies.
http://www.justtomatoes.com/OJPEAS-P.html
ORGANIC almond butter
Almond butter is a great tool to replace peanut buttter, which is a mold product and has no business in a health promoting diet.
http://www.gohunza.com/product_info.php?cPath=31&products_id=153
ORGANIC sesame seed butter (TAHINI)
Tahini is a wonderful source of iron, calcium and protein that can be easily absorbed by the body due to the raw process this company uses to make this product.
http://www.livingtreecommunity.com/store2/product.asp?id=10&catid=44
ORGANIC apricot kernels/seeds
These seeds are quite delicious, and have a sweet taste to them despite having little sugar. They are full of protein and essential fats; add to your rotation of nuts and seeds to spice up your diet a little bit.
This oil is very affordable, but the quality is the same as other coconut oils. Use this to cook your foods and even drink or eat a tablespoon with an all-fruit meal to maximize 'energy', stimulate metabolism and detox the body. In fact, coconut oil has been shown to do a multitude of health promoting things; make organic coconut oil a regular part of your life.
http://www.vitacost.com/NSI-Extra-Virgin-Certified-Organic-Coconut-Oil-54-fl-oz
ORGANIC dried peas
These are protein dense, but a starchy as well; so keep the serving sizes small. You can add these to top off salads and cooked veggies.
http://www.justtomatoes.com/OJPEAS-P.html
ORGANIC almond butter
Almond butter is a great tool to replace peanut buttter, which is a mold product and has no business in a health promoting diet.
http://www.gohunza.com/product_info.php?cPath=31&products_id=153
ORGANIC sesame seed butter (TAHINI)
Tahini is a wonderful source of iron, calcium and protein that can be easily absorbed by the body due to the raw process this company uses to make this product.
http://www.livingtreecommunity.com/store2/product.asp?id=10&catid=44
ORGANIC apricot kernels/seeds
These seeds are quite delicious, and have a sweet taste to them despite having little sugar. They are full of protein and essential fats; add to your rotation of nuts and seeds to spice up your diet a little bit.
http://www.gohunza.com/product_info.php?cPath=21&products_id=35
http://www.sunorganicfarm.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=N151&Category_Code=AK&Product_Count=0
ORGANIC fenugreek seeds
Fenugreek seeds hve been gaining notoriety lately due to many healing properties. These can even be added to salads as they combine well with other non fatty foods. http://www.sunorganicfarm.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=S031&Category_Code=SEE&Product_Count=12
ORGANIC shelled walnuts/shelled brazil nuts/shelled pecans/shelled pistacchios
Shelled nuts are the preferable manner to buy them. Simply break the shell and soak in water over night prior to making a meal out of them. It is always preferred to soak nuts to ease the digestion and maximize the availability of nutrients held within nuts. http://www.sunorganicfarm.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=NUT
ORGANIC olives
These organic olives are wonderful to add to salads or lightly cooked veggies.
http://www.foodmatch.com/Products.aspx?id=a4&c=ORGANIC&pc=ORGANIC
Yeast-free, gluten-free BREAD
There are a variety of breads to choose from here. The selection is absolutely phenomenal with a multitude of breads derived from quinoa, buckwheat, millet and many more quality ingredients.
https://bear.he.net/~grindst/epistore/index.php?category=Gluten+free&ref=
http://www.sunorganicfarm.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=N151&Category_Code=AK&Product_Count=0
ORGANIC fenugreek seeds
Fenugreek seeds hve been gaining notoriety lately due to many healing properties. These can even be added to salads as they combine well with other non fatty foods. http://www.sunorganicfarm.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=S031&Category_Code=SEE&Product_Count=12
ORGANIC shelled walnuts/shelled brazil nuts/shelled pecans/shelled pistacchios
Shelled nuts are the preferable manner to buy them. Simply break the shell and soak in water over night prior to making a meal out of them. It is always preferred to soak nuts to ease the digestion and maximize the availability of nutrients held within nuts. http://www.sunorganicfarm.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=NUT
ORGANIC olives
These organic olives are wonderful to add to salads or lightly cooked veggies.
http://www.foodmatch.com/Products.aspx?id=a4&c=ORGANIC&pc=ORGANIC
Yeast-free, gluten-free BREAD
There are a variety of breads to choose from here. The selection is absolutely phenomenal with a multitude of breads derived from quinoa, buckwheat, millet and many more quality ingredients.
https://bear.he.net/~grindst/epistore/index.php?category=Gluten+free&ref=
Yeast-free, gluten free ORGANIC CRACKERS
One can add these crackers to soups for taste and texture. These crackers work best as delicious, nutritious croutons added to salads and cooked vegetable mixtures. This company offers at least 5 different flavors, all are made with high quality ingredients.
ORGANIC salsa
Salsa is a quality dressing you can add to cooked veggies and salads. Be aware, many people have adverse reactions to the nightshade family, which includes not just tomatoes, but bell peppers, potatoes and eggplant. They can cause persistent, unrelenting inflammation in many people. If you have ongoing inflammatory issues I suggest to ignore these foods regularly for 28 days to observe the effect they have on you. You never know how good you can feel til you actually feel good; keep that in mind as you try the holistic nutrition plan. If you are not dealing with inflammation then you should definently give salsa a try.
http://www.amys.com/products/category_view.php?prod_category=16
ORGANIC buckwheat/quinoa/millet
These grains along with basmati rice and brown rice can be a part of a holistic nutrition plan. Just don't build your diet around grains (build it around veggies!) and keep the serving sizes moderate. Try to limit grains to once daily at most, but preferably every other day; and never consume acidic gluten grains like wheat, or acidic blood sugar spiking grains like white rice.
http://www.sunorganicfarm.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=GRA
ORGANIC Brown Rice
Brown rice can really help bring a meal together and encourage powerful digestion and elimination. This grain is still somewhat acidic, so keep this in perspective and limit to smaller portions of meals at most every other day. This can really bring together a meal and help form the digestive harmony that forms and maintains 'optimal function'.
http://www.massaorganics.com/catalog/index.php?cPath=22&osCsid=f0b8ca0b4e033f67548fc46ff96aa278
6. Drinking
One gallon of alkaline water per day is a focus of holistic self-care. Many individuals have been chronically dehydrated for years, and will notice immediate benefits from simply increasing the quantity of water, even if it is not of proper quality. Using a filter is essential, I recommend the high quality versions.
Salsa is a quality dressing you can add to cooked veggies and salads. Be aware, many people have adverse reactions to the nightshade family, which includes not just tomatoes, but bell peppers, potatoes and eggplant. They can cause persistent, unrelenting inflammation in many people. If you have ongoing inflammatory issues I suggest to ignore these foods regularly for 28 days to observe the effect they have on you. You never know how good you can feel til you actually feel good; keep that in mind as you try the holistic nutrition plan. If you are not dealing with inflammation then you should definently give salsa a try.
http://www.amys.com/products/category_view.php?prod_category=16
ORGANIC buckwheat/quinoa/millet
These grains along with basmati rice and brown rice can be a part of a holistic nutrition plan. Just don't build your diet around grains (build it around veggies!) and keep the serving sizes moderate. Try to limit grains to once daily at most, but preferably every other day; and never consume acidic gluten grains like wheat, or acidic blood sugar spiking grains like white rice.
http://www.sunorganicfarm.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=GRA
ORGANIC Brown Rice
Brown rice can really help bring a meal together and encourage powerful digestion and elimination. This grain is still somewhat acidic, so keep this in perspective and limit to smaller portions of meals at most every other day. This can really bring together a meal and help form the digestive harmony that forms and maintains 'optimal function'.
http://www.massaorganics.com/catalog/index.php?cPath=22&osCsid=f0b8ca0b4e033f67548fc46ff96aa278
6. Drinking
One gallon of alkaline water per day is a focus of holistic self-care. Many individuals have been chronically dehydrated for years, and will notice immediate benefits from simply increasing the quantity of water, even if it is not of proper quality. Using a filter is essential, I recommend the high quality versions.
WATER IONIZER with filter
The body runs on electrical 'energy' which is supplied by foods and drinks. All matter is composed of electrical energy, some in the form of protons and some in the form of electrons. Electrons have a negative charge and react with protons, which have a positive charge to generate or stimulate 'energy' in the human body. The human body is is largely made of protons, thus requiring a constant supply of electrons to generate 'energy'. While the body has the amazing ability to react with other protons like sugar and caffeine to stimulate 'energy', it has an intense need and desire for electrons. This water, along with holistic nutrition of raw and lightly cooked foods will help the body finally meet it's needs for electrical 'energy'.
This is the water ionizer I personally use to filter and provide my water with a negative charge, which also raises the pH to very high levels. This machine also can be easily adjusted to increase or lower the pH of the water you may drink or use to clean skin. Investing in this machine has been a rewarding and advanced step in my personal holistic self-care.
In addition to simply drinking water, I recommend adding minerals to water as well.
WATER ALKALIZER
I also personally sell water alkalizer which has ionic elements of sodium, chloride and magnesium to add to your water to raise the pH and help the water more closely resemble the type of water we should be drinking. We should be drinking mineral water, our bodies are 60-70% water; drink a gallon of water each day with 40 drops of this added in.
e-mail me for ordering info: truehealthservices@gmail.com
ALUMINUM-FREE BAKING SODA
The preferred method of alkalizing within the body is by generating and secreting baking soda throughout the blood and into the tissues. Yes, the body produces it's own baking soda from sodium, chloride, water and carbon dioxide. Assist the body in alkalizing by adding 2 to 3 teaspoons to water each day. I recommend replacing conventioanl toothe paste with this as well; simply make a dense mixture with water and vigorously brush the teeth with this twice a day to alkalize the mouth.
http://www.bobsredmill.com/baking-soda.html
http://phmiracleliving.com/p-221-phour-salts.aspx
WATER ALKALIZER
I also personally sell water alkalizer which has ionic elements of sodium, chloride and magnesium to add to your water to raise the pH and help the water more closely resemble the type of water we should be drinking. We should be drinking mineral water, our bodies are 60-70% water; drink a gallon of water each day with 40 drops of this added in.
e-mail me for ordering info: truehealthservices@gmail.com
ALUMINUM-FREE BAKING SODA
The preferred method of alkalizing within the body is by generating and secreting baking soda throughout the blood and into the tissues. Yes, the body produces it's own baking soda from sodium, chloride, water and carbon dioxide. Assist the body in alkalizing by adding 2 to 3 teaspoons to water each day. I recommend replacing conventioanl toothe paste with this as well; simply make a dense mixture with water and vigorously brush the teeth with this twice a day to alkalize the mouth.
http://www.bobsredmill.com/baking-soda.html
http://phmiracleliving.com/p-221-phour-salts.aspx
CHLOROPHYLL
Chlorophyll is quite similar to human blood, and has been shown multiple times as having the ability to readily convert to human blood once inside the human body. Chlorophyll has also been shown to build healthy red blood cells and promote oxygen content and flow within blood. This chlorophyll is very cost-effective and can be easily added to water on a daily basis. This chlorophyll is also free of the additives which make the majority of brands available poor choices.
GREEN DRINK CONCENTRATE
I personally sell this concentrated dose of fruits and veggies which enables a person to get in up to 20 servings in one small drink. The peppermint taste is fantastic as well.
e-mail me for ordering info: truehealthservices@gmail.com
FRUIT DRINK CONCENTRATE
I also have red and purple fruit concentrated drinks which are low in sugar but may help an individual with sugar cravings or simply to stop drinking crap. This also has 10 to 20 servings of fruit in one scoop; powerful dose of antioxidants.
e-mail me for ordering info: truehealthservices@gmail.com
7. Grooming
SKIN BRUSH
The skin brush can be used on the whole body to assist the removal of dead skin and also generate the movement of lymph. I recommend brushing the whole body for 2 to 3 minutes before every shower, starting at the feet and brushing towards the colon.
http://www.earththerapeutics.net/prodinfo.asp?number=6970
DEODORANT
I personally sell a deodorant made from salts. This is preferable to conventional deodorants that actually prevent the lymphatic system from eliminating acids through the armpits. There is also considerable evidence that conventional deodorants are correlated with breast cancer; whether it is the aluminum or simply the act to prevent the body from natural detox, I do not know. But, get rid of conventional deodorants and try to support the natural function of the human body.
e-mail me for ordering info: truehealthservices@gmail.com
8. Socializing
The keys to building last social relationships are to remove the judgment and egotistical approach many live by, often times unknowingly. Equally important is to remove the self-centered outlook which forms perceptions and awareness. The following books can play a great role in forming the rational thought process which promotes these valuable characteristics.
I have read a few books by each author, I recommend browsing and purchasing those that may be most relevant to your own life; as each author has plenty of books, both in paper, on Kindle and on CD as well.
http://www.amazon.com/Albert-Ellis/e/B000APLUAE/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_5?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1281807956&sr=8-5
http://www.amazon.com/Wayne-W.-Dyer/e/B000AQ104Y/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2?qid=1281808014&sr=1-2
The keys to building last social relationships are to remove the judgment and egotistical approach many live by, often times unknowingly. Equally important is to remove the self-centered outlook which forms perceptions and awareness. The following books can play a great role in forming the rational thought process which promotes these valuable characteristics.
I have read a few books by each author, I recommend browsing and purchasing those that may be most relevant to your own life; as each author has plenty of books, both in paper, on Kindle and on CD as well.
http://www.amazon.com/Albert-Ellis/e/B000APLUAE/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_5?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1281807956&sr=8-5
http://www.amazon.com/Wayne-W.-Dyer/e/B000AQ104Y/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2?qid=1281808014&sr=1-2
9. Sleeping
We are intended to spend somewhere just short of 1/3 of our entire lives sleeping. The following book analyzes many aspects of life that impact the quality and quantity of sleep. The holistic self-care lifestyle seeks efficient sleep, which may take 6 hours for some, and up 9 hours for others. But the goal is to wake up feeling refreshed and positive. This book can help guide your investigation into all of the aspects of living that impact sleep, and provides solid, easy to implement solutions to maximize your sleep environment.
http://www.amazon.com/Alternative-Medicine-Magazines-Definitive-Disorders/dp/1587612631/ref=sr_1_2?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1281808160&sr=1-2
We are intended to spend somewhere just short of 1/3 of our entire lives sleeping. The following book analyzes many aspects of life that impact the quality and quantity of sleep. The holistic self-care lifestyle seeks efficient sleep, which may take 6 hours for some, and up 9 hours for others. But the goal is to wake up feeling refreshed and positive. This book can help guide your investigation into all of the aspects of living that impact sleep, and provides solid, easy to implement solutions to maximize your sleep environment.
http://www.amazon.com/Alternative-Medicine-Magazines-Definitive-Disorders/dp/1587612631/ref=sr_1_2?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1281808160&sr=1-2
10. Eliminating
The human body is constantly forming 'stressors' from all of the basic functions and all of the actions of the internal and external body. The elimination systems are responsible for eliminating the acids formed by the 'stressors' in order to preserve the state of the body which promotes, forms and maintains 'optimal function'. 'Optimal function' occurs in the state of alkaline pH with adequate, balanced 'energy' flow. Breathing, sweating, urinating and moving the bowels are the primary methods the body uses to eliminate anything in the body that jeopardizes the state of body which promotes 'optimal function'. Supporting the elimination systems can be a part time job; this can be done with holistic exercise, specific foods and of course by maintaining consistent hydration with alkaline water. In addition, the following products can be used to support elimination.
NETTI POT
This has been used for hundreds of years to flush the sinuses.
http://www.amazon.com/Aromatic-Salt-Ceramic-Neti-Green/dp/B0013GY8D0
FOOT PADS
These can be used during sleep to help eliminate circulating toxins in the lymphatic system and in the circulation system.
http://www.acupeds.com/
EPSOM SALT
Regular use of 'detoxing' baths are part of the holistic self-care lifestyle. Using epsom salt, baking soda and sea salt is an excellent mixture to open the pores of the skin to eliminate 'stressors'.
http://www.custombathsalts.com/pure-epsum-salts.php
PH TESTING STRIPS
The human body is constantly forming 'stressors' from all of the basic functions and all of the actions of the internal and external body. The elimination systems are responsible for eliminating the acids formed by the 'stressors' in order to preserve the state of the body which promotes, forms and maintains 'optimal function'. 'Optimal function' occurs in the state of alkaline pH with adequate, balanced 'energy' flow. Breathing, sweating, urinating and moving the bowels are the primary methods the body uses to eliminate anything in the body that jeopardizes the state of body which promotes 'optimal function'. Supporting the elimination systems can be a part time job; this can be done with holistic exercise, specific foods and of course by maintaining consistent hydration with alkaline water. In addition, the following products can be used to support elimination.
NETTI POT
This has been used for hundreds of years to flush the sinuses.
http://www.amazon.com/Aromatic-Salt-Ceramic-Neti-Green/dp/B0013GY8D0
FOOT PADS
These can be used during sleep to help eliminate circulating toxins in the lymphatic system and in the circulation system.
http://www.acupeds.com/
EPSOM SALT
Regular use of 'detoxing' baths are part of the holistic self-care lifestyle. Using epsom salt, baking soda and sea salt is an excellent mixture to open the pores of the skin to eliminate 'stressors'.
http://www.custombathsalts.com/pure-epsum-salts.php
PH TESTING STRIPS
The pH of urine and saliva tell a great deal about one's health and ability to handle and recover from 'stressors', whether they are foods or emotions. Regularly testing these pH will help one get a solid grip of their health and how they respond to 'stressors'.
Please remember these are all resources to supplement the holistic self-care lifestyle you may be currently employing, or hopefully in the process of instituting. “The True Health Lifestyle: Guide for Holistic Self-Care”, the text I am currently putting the finishing touches on.
Invest in yourself by implementing holistic self-care which can lead to greater productivity and vitality due to the ‘optimal function’ of your whole ‘being’. Holistic self-care is a lifestyle of providing your whole 'being', which is composed of mind, body and spirit, with balanced, loving care and attention. This article can help the motivated individual to take small steps to improving their lifestyle and beginning holistic self-care. Hopefully, one or more of these resources can help inspire your personal commitment to holistic self-care and the powerful results of peaceful mind and bodily health.
Best wishes, and please feel free to e-mail me with any questions or comments. Best wishes in your path through life, please contact me at truehealthservices@gmail.com if you feel inclined.
Friday, August 6, 2010
Rational Thought Process w/ Positive Outlook
by Sam Suska
The motivated individual can improve 'holistic health status' and reach the state of 'optimal function' with holistic self-care. 'Optimal function' is the overall state of the whole 'being' which characterizes a powerful, vital 'holistic health status'. In order to reach 'optimal function' or simply improve 'holistic health status', the whole 'being' desires reaching and maintaining of specific states of mind, body and spirit.
The states of mind, body and spirit determine the efficiency in which the whole 'being' can 'adapt' to 'stressors'; which signifies 'holistic health status'. In order to improve health, vitality and well-being the individual needs to improve the states of mind, body and spirit. The states of mind, body and spirit are quite dynamic and usually very sensitive to the manners and sources the individual uses to fulfill and perform the basic functions. Holistic self-care is the process of empowering the individual to make the optimal choices of fuliflling and performing the basic function to improve the states of mind, body and spirit to ultimatley reach 'optimal function'.
"The True Health Lifestyle: Guide for Holistic Self-Care", the forthcoming book by Sam Suska fully details the states of 'being' and explains how and why to make the optimal choices to perform and fulfill the basic function. Persistently making these optimal choices will, in time, form the states of mind, body and spirit which enable and maintain 'optimal function'. A brief summary of the states of 'being' which enable and characterize health, vitality, well-being and 'optimal function' has to begin with discussing the mind. As previously noted and described in the previous blog, "Options and Choices", the basic functions of thinking and choosing play the ultimate role in determining 'holistic health status'.
The states of body and spirit are very dependent on the state of mind, which uses the basic function of thinking to present options for the basic function of choosing to take action. The basic function of choosing makes the decisions of manners and sources used to fulfill and perform the rest of the basic functions: breathing, moving, eating, drinking, sleeping, eliminating, grooming and socializing.
Maintaining the state of mind which enables and characterizes 'optimal function' is a hallmark of holistic self-care. The mind desires and requires a rational thought process with a positive outlook to enable and maintain 'optimal function' or simply improve 'holistic health status'.
The rational thought process focuses on aspects of life that are relevant and within control of the individual. In addition, the rational thought process is a way of thinking that positively views situations, issues and emotions that directly influence the individual. The rational thought process is very simple and avoids over-thinking and over-reacting; two prevalent characteristics in modern living.
Over-thinking and over-reacting are often times characteristics resulting from anxiety and depression, which powerfully impact the day to day living of millions in the modern public. In truth, anxiety and depression impact nearly everyone in the modern lifestyle, with varying levels of influence. Many people refer to and blame "stress", "nervousness" and "fear", while some may simply express these with hostility to others or sleeplesness; these are often times just low-grade forms of anxiety and depression.
In the state of mind which enables, forms and maintains 'optimal function' the over-thinking and over-reacting which characterize anxiety and depression are very unlikely. Holistic self-care is not a form of therapy and does not claim to cure or treat these expressions of 'challenged function'. Holistic self-care is simply a lifestyle for the individual to 'take control' of the factors which affect health, vitality and overall quality of life. In actuality, thinking is a choice! More precisely, the way one thinks is a choice! Holistic self-care seeks to improve how an individual thinks, not what the person thinks.
The rational thought process with a positive outlook is a chosen way of thinking, evaluating and viewing situations, issues and emotions. In fact, the rational thought process with a positive outlook actually takes powerful control over the perceptions, viewpoints and underlying feelings that form and create emotions. Commiting to a rational thought process with a positive outlook is the way to address the underlying causes of emotions that many people blame for the actions and choices they make.
The emotions people experience are the result not the cause; emotions form as a result of feelings and perceptions. One is not a slave to their emotions; understanding this is an essential part of holistic self-care. The outlook complementing the thought process plays the greates role in feelings and perceptions which create emotions.
Also important for the individual implementing holistic self-care is to recognize that emotions are natural and should not be suppressed. Living 'in the moment' creates a personal environment for the individual to experience the result of their feelings and perceptions in order to formulate the adequate responses.
Implementing this aspect of holistic self-care requires patience and positivity. Please refer to the forthcoming text, "The True Health Lifestyle: Guide for Holistic Self-Care" for a more thorough explanation of rational thought process with a positive outlook, fully complemented with strategies and tips for succesful implementation in modern society.
Instituting the rational thought process with a positive outlook is a process requiring patience and persistence; while fully understanding this may not be easy and direct, the resulting improvements are sure worth it.
Before reading the holistic self-care book, one can make some improvements right now to begin the life of rational thinking, positive outlook, improved state of mind and 'optimal function' as a whole. Make mental notes to focus only on thinking about aspects of living that are within your control. Next, make a mental note to calmly, and directly evaluate any feelings or emotions that arise; with the intention of finding out why you feel the way you feel.
Finally, remember that you are in control of how you view everything that happens and affects you. You are in control of your perceptions, and if you view everything from a positive manner including your own feelings and emotions, you are empowering yourself to take control of them. Holistic self-care begins with a commitment to nourishing the whole 'being' with balanced, loving care and attention. Instituting a rational thought process with a positive outlook may be the single most influential way to give yourself loving care and attention on a regular basis.
The motivated individual can improve 'holistic health status' and reach the state of 'optimal function' with holistic self-care. 'Optimal function' is the overall state of the whole 'being' which characterizes a powerful, vital 'holistic health status'. In order to reach 'optimal function' or simply improve 'holistic health status', the whole 'being' desires reaching and maintaining of specific states of mind, body and spirit.
The states of mind, body and spirit determine the efficiency in which the whole 'being' can 'adapt' to 'stressors'; which signifies 'holistic health status'. In order to improve health, vitality and well-being the individual needs to improve the states of mind, body and spirit. The states of mind, body and spirit are quite dynamic and usually very sensitive to the manners and sources the individual uses to fulfill and perform the basic functions. Holistic self-care is the process of empowering the individual to make the optimal choices of fuliflling and performing the basic function to improve the states of mind, body and spirit to ultimatley reach 'optimal function'.
"The True Health Lifestyle: Guide for Holistic Self-Care", the forthcoming book by Sam Suska fully details the states of 'being' and explains how and why to make the optimal choices to perform and fulfill the basic function. Persistently making these optimal choices will, in time, form the states of mind, body and spirit which enable and maintain 'optimal function'. A brief summary of the states of 'being' which enable and characterize health, vitality, well-being and 'optimal function' has to begin with discussing the mind. As previously noted and described in the previous blog, "Options and Choices", the basic functions of thinking and choosing play the ultimate role in determining 'holistic health status'.
The states of body and spirit are very dependent on the state of mind, which uses the basic function of thinking to present options for the basic function of choosing to take action. The basic function of choosing makes the decisions of manners and sources used to fulfill and perform the rest of the basic functions: breathing, moving, eating, drinking, sleeping, eliminating, grooming and socializing.
Maintaining the state of mind which enables and characterizes 'optimal function' is a hallmark of holistic self-care. The mind desires and requires a rational thought process with a positive outlook to enable and maintain 'optimal function' or simply improve 'holistic health status'.
The rational thought process focuses on aspects of life that are relevant and within control of the individual. In addition, the rational thought process is a way of thinking that positively views situations, issues and emotions that directly influence the individual. The rational thought process is very simple and avoids over-thinking and over-reacting; two prevalent characteristics in modern living.
Over-thinking and over-reacting are often times characteristics resulting from anxiety and depression, which powerfully impact the day to day living of millions in the modern public. In truth, anxiety and depression impact nearly everyone in the modern lifestyle, with varying levels of influence. Many people refer to and blame "stress", "nervousness" and "fear", while some may simply express these with hostility to others or sleeplesness; these are often times just low-grade forms of anxiety and depression.
In the state of mind which enables, forms and maintains 'optimal function' the over-thinking and over-reacting which characterize anxiety and depression are very unlikely. Holistic self-care is not a form of therapy and does not claim to cure or treat these expressions of 'challenged function'. Holistic self-care is simply a lifestyle for the individual to 'take control' of the factors which affect health, vitality and overall quality of life. In actuality, thinking is a choice! More precisely, the way one thinks is a choice! Holistic self-care seeks to improve how an individual thinks, not what the person thinks.
The rational thought process with a positive outlook is a chosen way of thinking, evaluating and viewing situations, issues and emotions. In fact, the rational thought process with a positive outlook actually takes powerful control over the perceptions, viewpoints and underlying feelings that form and create emotions. Commiting to a rational thought process with a positive outlook is the way to address the underlying causes of emotions that many people blame for the actions and choices they make.
The emotions people experience are the result not the cause; emotions form as a result of feelings and perceptions. One is not a slave to their emotions; understanding this is an essential part of holistic self-care. The outlook complementing the thought process plays the greates role in feelings and perceptions which create emotions.
Also important for the individual implementing holistic self-care is to recognize that emotions are natural and should not be suppressed. Living 'in the moment' creates a personal environment for the individual to experience the result of their feelings and perceptions in order to formulate the adequate responses.
Implementing this aspect of holistic self-care requires patience and positivity. Please refer to the forthcoming text, "The True Health Lifestyle: Guide for Holistic Self-Care" for a more thorough explanation of rational thought process with a positive outlook, fully complemented with strategies and tips for succesful implementation in modern society.
Instituting the rational thought process with a positive outlook is a process requiring patience and persistence; while fully understanding this may not be easy and direct, the resulting improvements are sure worth it.
Before reading the holistic self-care book, one can make some improvements right now to begin the life of rational thinking, positive outlook, improved state of mind and 'optimal function' as a whole. Make mental notes to focus only on thinking about aspects of living that are within your control. Next, make a mental note to calmly, and directly evaluate any feelings or emotions that arise; with the intention of finding out why you feel the way you feel.
Finally, remember that you are in control of how you view everything that happens and affects you. You are in control of your perceptions, and if you view everything from a positive manner including your own feelings and emotions, you are empowering yourself to take control of them. Holistic self-care begins with a commitment to nourishing the whole 'being' with balanced, loving care and attention. Instituting a rational thought process with a positive outlook may be the single most influential way to give yourself loving care and attention on a regular basis.
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