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Objections To Our Own Excuses to Exercise
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Excuses we commonly tell ourselves and listen to
COVID and Keto
Let’s face it, COVID has been around since the dawn of time while this variation of COVID-19 appears to have been around for only a few years. With that being said, it is here to stay and will most likely remain on our planet for eternity. Are we going to cower and live in fear? Will you never leave your home again? Is life now a self inflicted prison of the innocent? For some, yes. There are stories of some who build bunkers in the 60’s to save themselves from a nuclear attack and never came up. After only a short period of time, the human mind begins to change and lose the ability to function in society. What may end up happening is a greatly enhanced desocialization effect when one combines the social media effect with the refusal to function. Perhaps this resonates with some. Unfortunately, it appears many minds are too far gone to understand real facts as opposed to fear and statements such as the previous are met with violent outrage. This aspect is terrifying. One has a greater chance of dying in a motor vehicle accident than from COVID-19. The chances of death by motor vehicle accident can be decreased or increased based on a variety of factors such as: air bags, seat belts, distracted driving, impaired driving, health of the vehicle, reaction time by the driver etc. The same goes for COVID-19. It’s apparent that if one has a metabolic condition and continues consumption of glucose laden foods, is elderly and lives in poor physical and mental conditions such as an assisted living home, their chances of contracting and dying from this disease (along with many other diseases) is increased. This means a senior citizen who lives in an assisted living facility and consumes a breakfast of coffee, juice and cereal, lunch of a sandwich of some sort with a piece of fruit and dinner of pasta (add a soda and some milk in for good measure) and perhaps a cookie or slice of pie/ cake for dessert; has a very habitable environment for disease to consume them. Yet what was described is the standard American diet (S.A.D.). Note there is no official one size fits all treatment for COVID-19. Many different therapies are being tested and tried. The best we can do is just that- our best. So what can be done to reduce the risks of this illness?
The purpose of this research is to really hone in and understand on number five. It is interesting that it appears by optimizing your metabolic health may be an effective way to mitigate the severity of a COVID-19 infection. This is because when you're metabolically flexible, you're not insulin resistant, and insulin resistance and diabetes are significant risk factors. A ketogenic diet was developed as a very powerful treatment for pediatric epilepsy (1920’s). The dawn of anti-seizure drugs (1930’s) put a keto lifestyle on the shelves. In 2020, we face a growing epidemic of insulin resistance including it’s effects such as diabetes, heart disease and increased susceptibility to viral infections. As of 2018, 34.2 million Americans have a diagnosis of diabetes. This is 1 in 10 Americans!!! 88 million have pre-diabetes and could be part of the increasing diagnosis any moment. In 2017, diabetes was mentioned as a cause of death in a total of 270,702 certificates. Diabetes may be underreported as a cause of death. Studies have found that only about 35% to 40% of people with diabetes who died had diabetes listed anywhere on the death certificate and about 10% to 15% had it listed as the underlying cause of death”. This means that just two years ago, 28 million more Americans contracted diabetes, which is preventable, than have COVID-19 thus far. As of 2017, more have died of diabetes than have COVID-19. Yet it’s being shown that those with insulin resistance are far greater at risk to contract diseases such as COVID-19. To better understand how this happens, let’s delve into some science for a moment. The four fuels your body utilizes on a daily basis are carbohydrates, fats, proteins and ketones. Each has it’s purpose and can be both manipulated either consciously or subconsciously to be positive or negative for your entire body (brain included). Carbs and fat are your two main sources of fuel. Carbs are your instant fuel while fats take longer to break down and can be more of that long slow burn. Protein is broken down into amino acids as your building blocks to repair and recover. Protein can be converted into glucose through gluconeogenic pathways and be used as fuel. However, the ideal fasted fuel is ketones. Protein can also be converted back into glucose through gluconeogenic pathways. When you fast, protein can be used as an alternative fuel, but the ideal fuel is ketones. Our bodies were designed to utilize glucose as the primary fuel of choice. Once a carbohydrate is consumed, it is broken down in what is known as a glycolytic pathway and either is burned or processed through 10 steps before reaching a molecular state known as Acetyl-CoA. This then enters the citric acid cycle and it’s substrates enter the electron transport chain to produce ATP (useable fuel). The consumption of carbohydrates releases insulin into the blood stream. With the release of insulin, you turn off the processing of fat (beta oxidation) as fuel and begin lipogenesis (build and store fat). On the flip side, when insulin is low as is during a state of ketosis (brought on by fasting, a ketogenic lifestyle and/ or exogenous ketones), beta-oxidation ensues and your body will use fat for fuel. Remember that while there’s 4 calories per gram of carbs and protein, there’s 9 calories per gram of fat. What does this mean? More energy can be released with less grams of fat than carbs or protein! Remember that fat burning is turned off by a high level of carbohydrates (specific to the individual). With low levels of carbohydrates, you burn fat and generate ketones to burn as fuel. Levels of insulin are low at this point and will signal to your adipose cells (fat cells) to release body fat stored at triglycerides. This occurs for the most part in the liver. For those with an unhealthy liver, this process can be inhibited. With increased beta-oxidation, oxaloacetate is pulled out of the mitochondria. As Acetyl-CoA can no longer combine with oxaloacetate, there’s a build up of Acetyl-CoA and then converts instead to acetoacetate. This then gets converted into beta-hydroxybutyrate. Beta-hydroxybutyrate enters the blood stream as fuel. With today’s Standard American Diet, most individuals never reach the ability to allow their bodies to experience fuel by ketones. The constant consumption of high glycemic foods keeps insulin raised and eventually leads to weight gain and worse yet, insulin resistance. Without the ability to shuttle glucose into cells as insulin does, excess glucose is allowed to float freely. Glucose is very rigid and therefore damages both the epithelial lining (blood vessels) as well as nerves. When it comes to a ketogenic lifestyle and viruses such as COVID-19, the keto bread is in the keto pudding. Many health officials talk about social distancing and mask wearing but do not address an issue that puts so many at risk and that is metabolic dysfunction. The virus exposes this risk and is capitalizing on individuals lack of desire to be well. There is extreme bias in the thinking of humans and how we react. The fact that human decision making is done out of fear as opposed to a full accounting of fact proves disproportionate. A true balance in our lives as individuals must be realized in order to achieve a true balance as a world that must either come together or fall apart. We spend an absurd amount of money each year in sick care as opposed to health care and watch the numbers of the sick rise higher and higher. Instead we have a free installation of health care in our bodies called ketones. This is extremely potent and powerful and ready to be accessed to those who are ready to step out of fear and into a reality where false evidence appearing real does not exist! Remember, in life we cannot control things but merely increase or decrease odds of an occurrence. Staying locked up in a prison without proper sunlight, proper nutrition and exercise while we gain weight and become insulin resistance is a method to contract disease. I thank you from the bottom of my heart and forever wish you only the best.
Intro
What is it carnivore diet
Potential benefits from it
Why you may not want to do it
Better than vegan?
Zevia can Living With
LUPUS Thank you for joining us! We understand health-related issues can be challenging to talk about but know that we’re here to help. To begin, let’s get on the same page about lupus as a condition. Lupus is an autoimmune disease. Autoimmune diseases cause the immune system to attack healthy cells by mistake, damaging many parts of the body, leading to chronic inflammation. There is no known cause or cure for lupus, and 9 out of 10 people with lupus are women. Additionally, 1 in 3 lupus patients suffer from multiple autoimmune diseases. Lupus most commonly affects your: - Skin - Joints - Internal organs, like your kidneys and heart According to the Lupus Foundation of America, six years is the average time from the onset of symptoms to obtaining a diagnosis of lupus. This is due to the many challenges associated with the disease. Symptoms can be unclear, can come and go, and can change, as well as mimic many other illnesses. While lupus is a widespread disease, awareness of the disease lags behind many other illnesses. There are four different forms of lupus: SYSTEMIC LUPUS is the most common, accounting for approximately 70 percent of all cases of lupus. In approximately half of these cases, a major organ or tissue in the body, such as the heart, lungs, kidneys, or brain, will be affected. CUTANEOUS LUPUS (affecting only the skin) accounts for approximately 10 percent of all lupus cases. DRUG-INDUCED LUPUS accounts for about 10 percent of all lupus cases and is caused by high doses of certain medications. The symptoms of drug-induced lupus are similar to systemic lupus; however, symptoms usually subside when the medications are discontinued. NEONATAL LUPUS is a rare condition in which the mother's antibodies affect the fetus. At birth, the baby may have a skin rash, liver problems, or low blood cell counts, but these symptoms typically disappear completely after six months with no lasting effects. If you’re living with lupus, here are some statistics you may relate to: 65% of people with lupus say chronic pain is the most difficult part of having lupus. 76% of lupus patients say fatigue caused by lupus has forced them to cut back on social activities. 9% of people with lupus say they can no longer work full-time due to lupus complications. Patients report pain, lifestyle changes, and emotional problems associated with lupus as the most difficult parts of coping with lupus. Living with lupus is all about managing symptoms. To do this, it’s important to identify your lupus flares, aka the times your symptoms get worse. Flares can come and go. Common triggers include: - Overwork and not enough rest - Stress - Being out in the sun or having close exposure to fluorescent or halogen light - Infection - Injury - Stopping your lupus medicines - Other types of medicines Before a flare, your symptoms might get worse, or you might get new signs and symptoms, such as: - Feeling more tired - Pain - Rash - Fever - Stomach ache - Severe headache - Dizziness One of the most important and first steps for managing your symptoms is to follow your treatment plan closely and keep your healthcare providers up to date with how you’re feeling. Open communication with your doctor is key. Only you can feel what’s going on in your body. Let your doctor know immediately if you think you are not tolerating treatments. According to research, patients with lupus who see their rheumatologist regularly have better health outcomes. Many effects of lupus can be silent, such as the onset of kidney disease. This is why it’s crucial to keep up with routine check-ups and doctor visits, even if you are feeling well. Learn about lupus. The more you know about your condition, the more you’ll feel more in control. It’s also important to know as much as you can about what triggers a flare for you. Take note of what you were doing or experiencing when your flare developed, and what you think your particular triggers may be. Get the right amount of exercise. Your mental health, bone health, and cardiovascular health all benefit from exercise. Exercise will also help with weight control. The type of activity isn’t as important as getting daily exercise. If you’re of childbearing age, do plan for pregnancy. This is especially important if you are taking medication to manage your lupus. When planning to conceive, working with your doctor is key for a healthy pregnancy. It’s important to create a schedule that allows plenty of time for rest. This means 7-8 hours of restful sleep each night and time to take breaks throughout the day. The goal is to avoid becoming overtired. Meditation, yoga, reading a good book—practice activities regularly that help you reduce stress. Nothing will zap your energy faster than stress and negativity. Surround yourself with positive people and participate in activities you enjoy regularly. Sun protection is important all year round. Ultraviolet radiation can cause a flare or skin rashes, and some medications increase your sensitivity to UV. Opt for a mineral-based sunscreen for the best coverage. There are plenty of reasons to quit smoking, but if you have lupus, here’s one more: Various studies report smoking possibly could trigger lupus flares. Studies have confirmed that smoking worsens many aspects of lupus. Not everyone needs to go on a special diet when diagnosed with lupus. However, there are certain foods that may trigger flares. Replace soda and sugary beverages with water. You can make water more exciting by flavoring it with fresh fruits and herbs. Replace chicken with end grass fed red meat and fish. Fish and end grass fed beef is a lean protein that is high in omega 3 fatty acids as compared to the high amount of omega-6 arachadonic acid that is found in chicken. Avoid refined carbohydrates. This includes processed bread, pasta, rice, and snacks. Widespread and chronic inflammation is common with autoimmune diseases such as lupus. You can help your body fight against the harmful effects of inflammation with the following foods: - flax seeds - avocados - walnuts - berries - leafy green vegetables - carrots - squash - lean protein Imagine understanding the cause of your symptoms instead of masking them with medications. Functional medicine does exactly that! Functional medicine is used as a tool to address the underlying causes of disease. It’s ideal for chronic conditions such as lupus. Using a system-oriented approach, the patient and practitioner work together to develop a therapeutic partnership. This means you play a significant role in your treatment. Conventionally trained physicians are mostly taught to diagnose disease by symptoms, NOT by their underlying cause. Functional medicine techniques have identified five common hidden causes of chronic conditions. These include: - Allergens - Microbes or imbalance of the bugs in your gut - Toxins - Poor diet - Stress We’re here to help you address these hidden causes of flares and customize a treatment plan for you. We have a few minutes left. Please post your questions in the comments section. Please continue to share your questions. If you need help with any of the lifestyle changes we discussed, feel free to schedule a consultation with our office by calling [phone]. We’re here to help you live better with lupus! Thanks AGAIN! Should We Have Bulking And Cutting Phases? - and ties into winter weight gain
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Your skin is one of your body’s largest and most important organs and plays a number of roles in maintaining your overall health. Not only does it provide a physical barrier to protect your insides, but your skin also helps to regulate your temperature and act as a route for elimination for fluids like sweat and oils. Your skin is covered in small glands called sebaceous glands. They secrete an oil called sebum that helps lubricate your skin and keep it healthy. Within these glands are receptors that respond to hormones, and react according to factors like hormone levels. Hormones are chemical messengers that are produced in organs such as the ovaries, adrenal glands, and thyroid. When there is too much or too little of a specific hormone being produced, your skin reacts accordingly. We know there’s a connection between hormones and the skin because certain hormonal disorders manifest themselves by affecting the skin and hair. Now, let’s explore some specifics. When it comes to hormones, estrogen is probably the most widely known and discussed. While it’s true that estrogen is primarily made in the ovaries, it’s a hormone that is also found in males and made in different tissues. In the skin, estrogens affect the thickness, wrinkle formation, and moisture levels. Estrogens can also increase glycosaminoglycans such as Hyaluronic Acid, to maintain fluid balance and structural integrity. Testosterone is the hormone responsible for coarser hair and thicker, oily skin. This hormone is heavily involved in sebum production, and too much can cause acne, clogged pores, and other blemishes. Cortisol is a hormone that is produced in your adrenal glands, and high levels of cortisol result from being in a state of chronic stress. Too much cortisol can result in acne and thinning skin. Low levels of cortisol can result in changes in skin color and pigmentation. If you’re suffering from hormone-related skin issues, your first thought might be to go to the drug store and grab some skincare products, but that won’t solve the root of the issue! While it’s important to keep your skin clean and well protected—which we’ll discuss later—masks, toners, and serums won’t be able to do their best if you don’t make changes to your diet and lifestyle as well. Yes! Today we’ll be discussing which lifestyle changes can most heavily influence your hormones, which will be your first step toward creating a plan of action. Each person has a unique body, which means that each person’s wellness journey looks a bit different, so be sure to follow up with us after the end of this class to create a plan that works for you! From acne in adolescence to thinner skin during menopause, hormones affect our skin differently throughout our lives. Let’s take a look! It’s very common to experience acne alongside monthly cycles. It’s because your estrogen levels are dropping! This is likely because estrogen helps to stop your glands from overproducing oil (kind of like an anti-sebum), so without enough of it, pores can become clogged. Sweating more than usual, as well as experiencing dry skin are also common symptoms that can occur during a menstrual cycle. Lastly, if you have any skin conditions (like psoriasis or dermatitis), they may also worsen during the premenstrual phase. Acne happens during puberty because new hormones are being introduced into the body systems. Often, this acne appears in the T-zone, on the forehead, nose, and chin. These hormone fluctuations may aggravate acne by increasing: - Overall skin inflammation - Sebum (oil) production in the pores - Clogged skin cells in hair follicles - Production of acne-causing bacteria called Propionibacterium During periods of elevated hormonal activity, such as pregnancy, estrogen can cause skin pigmentation, also known as melasma, in certain sun-exposed areas such as the forehead, nose, and cheeks. When menopause begins, the body experiences a natural decline in reproductive hormones. This can cause the skin to appear flushed, red, and blotchy. Why? Because estrogens have anti-inflammatory properties, so when they’re gone, inflammation in the skin—and conditions like rosacea—can get worse. Losing estrogen can also result in less collagen production, dehydrated skin, and a lighter, more pale complexion. A hormone-balancing diet requires a healthy digestive tract, stable sugar levels, and a well-functioning liver. Before creating a diet that works for you, it’s crucial to gain an understanding of how your body is currently operating as well as exploring what could be improved. There is no one-size-fits-all diet plan to “fix” your hormones. Depending on the health of your body overall, you’ll be able to determine how drastically you need to change your diet. Eliminating sugar from your diet can help keep levels of certain hormones, like insulin, in check. Additionally, refined sugar is known to put stress on the adrenal glands, which regulates cortisol, the stress hormone. When cortisol levels spike, your skin gets extra inflamed, causing acne, psoriasis, and other skin conditions to get worse. For so long, we’ve been socialized to believe that fat is something that should be avoided, but now we know that healthy fats are actually essential to keep our bodies feeling happy and healthy! Long-chain omega-3 fatty acids may help to lower cortisol levels, so be sure to include foods like whole eggs, olive oil, avocados, nuts, seeds, coconut oil, and nut butter into your diet. Alcohol can affect our blood sugar levels and cause a spike in estrogens and other hormone levels. One study published in the medical journal Alcohol and Alcoholism found that, for women in their 40s and 50s, even just moderate consumption (one drink a day) can affect the hormonal system. Physical activity can strongly influence our hormonal health because exercise can reduce insulin levels. In a 24-week study of obese women, exercise helped to balance insulin as well as levels of adiponectin (a hormone that has anti-inflammatory effects and helps regulate metabolism). Studies have also found that being physically active may help boost muscle-maintaining hormones that typically decline with age, such as testosterone and growth hormone. Although a combination of resistance training and aerobic exercise seems to provide the best results, engaging in any physical movement is beneficial. In order for your body to work at its full capacity, it needs adequate time to rest and recover. Most people aren’t getting enough sleep or enough quality sleep, which is messing with their wellness in many ways. To get your sleep schedule in order, prioritize having a regular bedtime and wake up time. Practice good sleep hygiene by using blue light blocking glasses for screen time at night, or swapping out your phone for a book. When our cortisol (stress) spikes, our skin can become inflamed as a response. If you’re serious about clearing up your skin—and your overall wellness—take proactive steps to manage your stress! Millions of people are discovering the power of mindfulness, which can be practiced in hundreds of ways throughout your day. You could also try meditation, yoga, tai chi, or simple breathwork exercises. There are millions of products out on the market that claims to “fix” your skin issues, but we encourage you to stop chasing the hype and get back to basics when it comes to treating your skin. Start with a simple cleanser morning and night. Apply a non-comedogenic moisturizer (which means it won’t clog your pores) and use a broad-spectrum SPF every day. The following references have been referred to in the making of today’s event: Acne and Hormones: https://www.healthline.com/health/beauty-skin-care/hormonal-acne#menopausal-acne https://www.healthline.com/health/beauty-skin-care/hormonal-acne Alcohol and Hormones: https://academic.oup.com/alcalc/article/35/5/417/206575 https://www.thehealthy.com/addiction/drugs-alcohol/alcohol-consumption-mess-hormones/ Diet and Hormones: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/balance-hormones https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324031#avoid-sugars https://www.yogajournal.com/lifestyle/foods-to-help-a-hormone-imbalance Skin and Hormones: https://helloclue.com/articles/cycle-a-z/skin-and-the-cycle-how-hormones-affect-your-skin https://thriva.co/hub/womens-health/understand-how-hormones-affect-your-skin https://www.byrdie.com/hormones-and-skin http://doctorclaudia.com/hormones-and-your-skin Stress and Acne: https://www.wellandgood.com/good-looks/does-cortisol-cause-acne/ Thank you so much for joining us today for this special event! We hope you’ve found some of the information we’ve shared to be useful. One of our main goals is to instill the importance of listening to your body and personalizing your wellness journey as much as you need to. That being said, we know that we covered a lot of information, and there are a lot of lifestyle elements that you may need to examine if you’re serious about your health. Our team is happy to work with each of you to create a plan that meets your goals—all you have to do is reach out. [cta] Following up!
Bring Balance to your home
Today we’ll be discussing ways to create balance in the home. For this discussion, we’ll be drawing from the philosophy of feng shui. Feng shui is a Chinese system of laws considered to govern special arrangement and orientation in relation to the flow of energy. Historically, feng shui has been used to orient spiritually significant structures like tombs, but also home dwellings and other structures, in an auspicious manner. In feng shui, energy is referred to as chi or qi, but there are many terms that can be used to describe this aspect of universal energy. Today we’ll be using the term “energy” as an all-encompassing phrase. To picture the energy in your home, visualize water entering through your front door. Look around the space that you’re in right now. Would water flow smoothly and nourish all areas, or would it become blocked and stagnant? Creating a home free from blocked energy will create space for your mind to become unblocked as well. After all, you can tell a lot about a person from the way they keep their home! In the world of feng shui, removing clutter is more so about creating space. When you create space in your home, you create space in your life, and you’re able to welcome new things. Start by finding a physical spot in your home and clearing it out—a drawer, a table, your refrigerator—size doesn’t matter, just take some time to clear it out and let go of whatever isn’t necessary. Life is not static, but continually changing. Open spaces get filled, then emptied, then filled again. Play with the space you have, and don’t be afraid to let things go! Take a look around your space. Do you see anything that doesn’t serve a specific function? What about something that looks displeasing to the eye? We’re all guilty of bringing things into our home that we don’t really “need,” but having this clutter in our living space can distract us and weigh us down emotionally. To mend this, have a designated space for everything, from your keys to your mail, and make use of the organizational systems you create! When there’s a direct line-of-sight between the front and back doors, the energy is shooting through the house too fast. Slow down the movement of energy by breaking up the space with an area rug, artwork on the walls, or a round entry table to help energy move more gracefully. The front door is essential in feng shui because it’s the leading portal from which energy enters your home. Make sure that you don’t block it with shoes or other clutter, instead, create a landing space for sunglasses, keys, shoes, jackets, and anything else you might shed or grab as you walk through the door. If you face a wall as you walk through the door, put something between you and that wall to avoid feeling like you’re cornered in as you enter your space. Slow down the energy in your home, and especially around your doorway by adding artwork or other aesthetically pleasing objects that make you stop and reflect. If you’re lucky enough to live in a space with many windows, take advantage of it! Natural light makes us feel happier and more positive. If you don’t have a lot of natural light, strategically install mirrors to reflect light, create the illusion of a more expansive space, and bring more light into your home. Dirty windows mean that less sunlight can enter. When we don’t have a well-lit space, things seem less vibrant, and our energy can decline. Make a habit of cleaning your windows to help see the world around you with more color, clarity, and precision. Plants are energy sources; they’re living things that bring freshness, health, and vitality into our spaces! When picking out plants, make sure you choose plants that you’re able to care for. Understand how much attention they need and consider the light you have in your home versus the light they need to thrive. Even in low-lit spaces, there are plenty of plants that can flourish and grow. Make sure that all your doors can open to at least 90 degrees. If the doors in your house can’t open all the way, every time you use them you’re subtly reminded that you’re only able to receive a portion of the opportunities that life has to offer. While you’re at it, make sure that hinges aren’t squeaking and that all the hardware is working correctly. The inability to open doors in your living space with ease can affect how energy finds its way to you. There are three positions in particular that you want to bring attention to - your bed, your desk, and your stove. The bed represents you. The desk represents your career. The stove represents your wealth. When you’re in any of these positions, make sure that you can see the door without being in direct line of it. Often, this means that you set your bed and desk up in a diagonal position from the door. Usually, your stove will be up against a wall anyway, so when standing at it, you won’t be facing a door. Ideally, when sleeping, your head (or the head of the bed) should be facing North. North represents quieting of the mind and promotes the warm, restorative, safe feeling that comes from a deep sleep or hibernation. Next time you’re in your bedroom, pull out the compass app on your phone to see which way you’ve been sleeping! Hallways are like the arteries where energy moves and circulates through our home. Be mindful that hallways are kept clear of clutter, but don’t hesitate to pepper the walls with photographs and artwork, especially for long hallways. Too much empty space can make energy move too quickly. When you get dressed for the day and open up your closet only to see all the clothes that don’t fit you anymore, that affects your mood! Make time to go through your closet and get rid of clothes that you haven’t worn in a while, don’t fit you anymore, or just generally don’t make you feel good. Be kind to yourself in this process, and know that you’ll come across many more items that will bring you joy, so it’s alright to let go of a few right now. When we no longer have use for a belonging, it’s best to thank that item for the use it has provided us, then allow it to reach someone new, who can make more use of it than you can. Each season, or more often if you wish, go through your belongings and compile a box of items to donate. If you have trouble parting with items, take some time to find a donation that you feel good about contributing to. A quick online search will surely provide you with more options than you’re likely aware of. From women’s shelters to thrift stores that donate their funds to animal shelters, knowing that your cherished items are helping a cause you care about can make the process much easier. In each room, begin with the largest piece of furniture (bed, sofa, desk) and move it as far away from the door as possible, while still facing that direction. This way, while you use the furniture, you’ll be in a position of increased power and decreased vulnerability. TIP: Think like a cat. Generally, cats will back up against a corner so they can have the best view of the room and don’t leave space for anything to sneak up behind them. This gives them a position of power or a “commanding position.” Water, metal, earth, fire, and wood are the five elements that make up the world. If a room still doesn’t feel quite right, assess to see if any elements are missing. Here’s a quick breakdown of how to represent the elements into objects: Wood – fresh or silk flowers; plants; cotton or other natural fibers/fabric; wooden furniture. Fire – candles; incandescent lights; sunlight, any shade of red, pink or purple; electronic equipment; animal print. Earth – anything in earth tones (brown, green, or sand); square and rectangular shapes; low and flat surfaces; images of landscapes. Metal – round or oval shapes; anything made of metal, aluminum, gold, or silver; rocks and stones; white, gray, silver, or pastel colors. Water – the color black; reflective surfaces like mirrors; wavy, free-form, or asymmetrical shapes; water or water features like fountains or aquariums. Now that you’re ready to start tackling the rooms in your house, what will you start with? Do you have any questions that you’d like to clear up before you roll up your sleeves? The following resources have been referred to in the making of today’s presentation: Feng Shui Rules: https://www.thespruce.com/feng-shui-rules-for-every-room-4118349 https://www.invaluable.com/blog/what-is-feng-shui/ https://www.thespruce.com/what-is-universal-energy-in-feng-shui-1275045 https://www.mydomaine.com/feng-shui-home-tips Five Elements: https://www.hgtv.com/design/decorating/design-101/the-elements-of-feng-shui Thank you all so much for joining me for this event! I hope that you all learned something valuable and can put it to use to make your living space a little bit brighter. Please share any questions you have in the comments below, OR feel free to message me privately as well. I’m here to help! [cta] Share your plans!
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Jim and Chantea Goetz host Healthy Happy Hour, an hour long event each week where they take you into their world to become a better version of yourself. Learn new topics on your health and fitness, enjoy new recipes of organic, ketogenic and paleo dishes. Understand at times controversial topics and learn a new exercise each week to keep you moving towards greatness! Get on your couch to get off your couch and Live Functionised! Archives
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