Are you getting faster or slower? Quickening or slowing down? Maybe its time you join us on the habitual ritual of 5 day Super Cleansing with fasting mimicking and more! This 5 day calorie restricted diet together with your customized supplementation need and perhaps a few powerful superfoods will certainly bring that spring back into your step, and what better time to do it then spring equinox. That is the timing of this 5-7 day Super cleanse and fast done once per quarter just before each equinox and solstice. I continue my commitment to accelerated autophagy (cellular clean up and recycling time) the most powerful and inexpensive health optimization and prevention strategies there is. Combined into a Super cleanse of epic proportion. Let’s get motivated together once again to complete it with gusto. Using that extra motivation and commitment with a prayer and meditation for God’s peace to reign more completely on a war stricken world. Pray for our leaders of nations everywhere and know that as you hold to peace, love, and forgiveness coupled with infinite love and gratitude it will radiate outward. His plans rule the universe and never fail!
Class will be held via Zoom on Sunday March 15th at 5pm. https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86184451993?pwd=7SehYWCmokTKoyhq2AEMoArnkt06bt.1
May your abundance flow with infinite love and gratitude.
In these unprecedented times, taking control of our health and healing and connecting to the God of peace is more vital than ever. My wife and I are excited to invite you to a special virtual event focused on the transformative power of fasting—an ancient practice with modern science behind it. Join us via Zoom for an inspiring class where we will explore how fasting can reset insulin sensitivity, activate stem cells, and promote profound regenerative healing. We’ll also discuss how fasting can be a powerful tool to support our bodies and bring peace to our planet during these challenging times.
Why join in? – Discover how fasting can boost your energy, mental clarity, and immune health – Learn about the incredible benefits of stem cell and exosomes activation for regeneration—an exciting frontier in natural healing – Find out how you can activate your body’s healing potential quickly and affordably – And perhaps most importantly bring peace to our war stricken world.
Special note: I’ve experienced firsthand the incredible benefits of fasting and exosomes. After a year of fasting regularly, my wife and I feel more vibrant than ever, and our results have been truly life-changing. This is a movement for healing ourselves and our planet. SO PLEASE invite any of your friends and family who can help, and magnify with us in this collective energy for renewal, resilience and peace.. “Let there be peace on earth and let it begin with me.”
Watch the video of Dr. Gilmore’s explanation here.Click here
1–inspiring article–read, watch or listen to something inspirational daily. We like to do mornings to start the day right, but anytime is a good time to be inspired!
10–out loud laughs–express your joy, fun and gratitude by laughing out loud.
Q: Why are eyeshadow, lipstick, and mascara never mad at each other?
A: Because they always make-up
Q: What’s a math teacher’s favorite winter sport?
A: Figure skating.
When does a joke become a “dad” joke? When it becomes apparent.
100–10 breaths 10x/day. This can be accomplished a variety of ways. Try the Wim Hof method. Follow a breathwork session on youtube (we like breathwork with Sandy). Another great option is Ujayii breathing, used to increase nitric oxide. Click here. It’s like humming on the inhale as well as the exhale. Breathing deep full breaths accomplish the following:
Promotes relaxation and reduces stress
Improves focus and concentration
Increases oxygen intake
Expands the lungs and diaphragm
Stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system (rest and digest)
Regulates body temperature
1,000–written words.
If you take the time to write every day, you can disconnect from the world around you and indulge in solitude. Even if you only create a short window of uninterrupted creation time, you will find that a writing practice can be incredibly therapeutic.
Professor and author James Pennebaker from the University of Texas has researched and written extensively about the impact that writing can have on healing trauma. In one of his studies, he found that participants experienced the following:
Long-term improvement in mood and well-being indicators compared to participants who wrote about control issues.
Beneficial effects on immune function, including T-helper cell growth, antibody response to Epstein-Barr virus, and antibody response to hepatitis B vaccines
Improvements in grades
Find new jobs faster after layoffs and write about the experience.
This simple habit, which takes less than an hour a day, can make us happier, healthier, and more successful.
A recent study (Front. Psychol., 25 January 2024, Sec. Educational Psychology, Volume 14 – 2023 | https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1219945) showed a significant difference in brain connectivity in writing by hand compared to typing. “The present findings suggest that the intricate and precisely controlled handwriting movements have a beneficial impact on the brain’s connectivity patterns related to learning and remembering. The present study did not find evidence of such positive activation patterns when using a keyboard.”
10,000–steps. The idea of walking 10,000 steps a day is widely considered a good goal for overall health because it promotes significant benefits like weight management, reduced risk of heart disease, improved mental well-being, stronger bones, and better blood sugar control, all while being a readily accessible form of physical activity; however, the “10,000 steps” number itself originated from a marketing campaign for a Japanese pedometer and may not be the exact ideal for everyone, with even smaller amounts of walking still providing health advantages.
Iodine (especially Liquid) for sinus and upper respiratory health; The importance and power of iodine can not be overstated. This essential mineral is present in every cell of the body regulating metabolism in the form of thyroid hormones and working hard in the immune system. It has antimicrobial properties, and supports immune cell activity, making it a vital nutrient for overall health and disease resistance. Iodine acts as a potent antiseptic agent, effectively killing a wide range of bacteria, viruses, and fungi by disrupting their cell membranes and vital functions, essentially acting as a “radical” to kill infections.
2. Eat Light
Every time you ingest food you are taking resources away from your immune system for battling your illness. Instead it is working to protect you from the bacteria, viruses and other harmful agents that are present on your food, as well as simply shunting blood supply and energy to the intestines for digestion.
If you are hungry while battling sickness, feed yourself foods that will boost immune defenses. Prebiotic and probiotic rich foods like Jerusalem artichokes, leeks, citrus fruits, as well as fermented dairy and vegetables will feed your gut beneficial bacteria and encourage a strong immune system. Bone broth, amino acids and electrolytes or just plain salt can hydrate and nourish with little digestive energy.
3. Hydrate Well
Your immune system relies on a well-hydrated body to stimulate detoxification pathways needed to stimulate enzymes and other biological agents which help flush pathogens from the body and repair damaged tissue.
Try hydrating with some of these polyphenol rich liquids:
Add a splash of apple cider vinegar to a cup of water.
Herbal teas provide antioxidant support that help fight against infection from viruses, bacteria and even fungus. Ginger tea boost glutathione activity and helps reduce inflammation and Echinacea is a long-established Ayurveda herbal treatment that is loaded with supportive vitamins and antioxidants.
Sipping on lemon water throughout the day can heal and help you combat the tiredness you are facing.
Bone broths prepared from pastured chicken or beef bones are high in amino acids, proline and glycine critical to inhibiting bacterial and viral inflammation. They also contain potassium and magnesium to calm muscle and joint pain.
4. Powerful Herbs:
Purple Echinacea
Blackcurrant
Sea buckthorn fruits
Raspberry
Oregano
Elderberry
Olive leaf extract
Yarrow
Chamomile
Ginger
Thyme
Willow bark
Garlic
Onion
5. Essential Oils
Essential oils contain antiseptic compounds that combat bacteria, viruses, fungus and reduce inflammation that can help you feel better sooner and heal faster.
Eucalyptus
Peppermint
Oregano
Citrus ( lemon, orange, grapefruit, bergamot)
Thyme
Clove
Frankincense
6. Vitamin D
Ideally, 10,000 to 20,000 IU of vitamin D3 should be produced from penetrating UVB rays beneath the epidermis. Sunbathing a minimum of 3 times a week is recommended with the following guidelines based on skin color:
Light Skin = 15-20 minutes per day
Medium Skin = 25-30 minutes per day
Dark Skin = 40-45 minutes per day
Come use our tanning bed!
Boost your vitamin D levels with a supplement containing doses at 1,000 IU of vitamin D3 for every 25 pounds of body weight, best taken with a healthy fat such as olive oil for maximum absorption and possibly coupled with vitamin A and K.
7. Antioxidants
Vitamin C
It supports reactions which lead to both DNA and RNA synthesis, stabilizes white blood cell count to better handle oxidative stress.
Glutathione
Glutathione is often called the “master antioxidant”. And it is the most important antioxidant for preventing disease and promoting health. Glutathione is a combination of three key amino acids, l-cysteine, l-glutamic acid and glycine. NAC (n-acetyl cysteine) is a glutathione precursor that is well know for thinning mucus and supporting respiratory function.
8. Zinc
Kills viruses on contact, used in a lozenge form is the most powerful (acetate ionizes best) take nibbles throughout the day for best results.
increases the performance of powerhouse antioxidant systems that protects cells from viral infection and damage.
increases the immune response to defend against pathogenic activity
reduces inflammation in the body by regulating the immune response to destructive activity.
Cashews, Almonds, Spinach, Asparagus, Dark chocolate, and Grass-fed dairy.
9. Chiropractic Adjustments
“Chiropractic adds life to years and years to life.”
Spinal manipulation has been shown to increase polymorpho-nuclear neutrophils. These circulating blood cells are one of the first lines of defense against infectious invaders. These leukocytes enhance the function of immune cell responses that protect the body against destructive agents.
When inhibition is present along the spine, the nervous system is unable to properly communicate with the immune system. Chiropractic care helps to remove these interferences or adjust subluxation so that the body is able to repair itself.
Unfortunately due to the sensitivity of the information that will be shared our presenter requested that there be no recording or online zoom or broadcast. YOU MUST ATTEND LIVE.
Join us for an evidence-informed class exploring the history, chemistry, and practical considerations of cannabis in healing practices. This session emphasizes education, safety, and responsible use, with an emphasis on understanding how cannabis and its components interact with the human body.
Refreshments provided.
What you’ll learn
A concise history of cannabis: cultural, medical, and regulatory milestones.
The plant’s chemistry: cannabinoids (like THC and CBD), terpenes and terpenoids, flavonoids, and other phytochemicals.
How terpenes influence aroma, potential entourage ( and what is the entourage effect) effects, and patient experiences.
Research foundations: overview of peer-reviewed studies, clinical caveats, and the importance of consulting healthcare professionals.
Practical considerations: dosing concepts, route of administration, product quality, and safety considerations.
Ethical and legal context: navigating compliance, stigma, and patient-centered care.
Why this matters
Cancer incidence and the broader burden of chronic disease have shown increases in recent years, including skin, lung, colon, prostate cancers, and other malignancies. While we do not claim cures, this class offers a thoughtful, education-first approach to understanding how cannabis components may fit within a holistic wellness framework and supportive care discussions with healthcare providers.
Learn to interpret research summaries, identify reliable resources, and ask informed questions.
Explore how phytochemistry may relate to symptom management in chronic conditions, with careful emphasis on safety and non-claims-based education.
Cancer context note
Recent trends indicate rising or persistent cancer incidence in several common cancer types. This class discusses trends at a population level to inform patients, caregivers, and practitioners about the evolving landscape and how evidence-informed, safety-first education can support conversations with healthcare teams. It does not provide medical advice or treatment recommendations.
Who should attend
Practitioners, students, caregivers, and anyone curious about the historical, scientific, and practical aspects of cannabis in healing contexts.
People seeking a grounded, non-diagnostic, educational overview to inform conversations with healthcare providers.
Details
Date: January 31st at
Where: Total Family Wellness. 105 SE Greenwood Ave, Cedaredge CO 81413.
What do infertility, ADHD, diabetes, cancer, thyroid issues, and brain disease (including lowered IQ, dementia, and Alzheimer’s) have in common? Fluoride toxicity! (not to leave out bromine and chlorine, more on that later). A host of symptoms and diseases occur thanks to this chemical being touted as crucial for tooth health and therefore added to water, toothpaste, processed food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, and pesticides.
Here are some recent examples in my office:
A colleague of mine who was unable to get pregnant asked me for a consultation. Upon examining her body, I found a toxin in her ovaries, and on query it went to a childhood toxin. More questioning led to discovery of fluoride. Fluoride accumulation in the ovaries was interfering with her fertility in association with fluoride replacing iodine and causing dysfunction of her thyroid (hypothyroidism) which is a common known cause of infertility.
A young pregnant woman also presented and showed for the fluoride vial. We know that if the mom has enough iodine in her body the baby’s IQ can be 17 points higher. The only thing that rivals that would be Omega-3s in particular DHA for babies’ brains. These latest findings indicate to me the importance of educating everyone I can about the dangers of fluoride in our environment and in particular to developing brains.
The good news is my colleague is expecting a baby sometime in November!
And this young mother is going to get fluoride out of her life and add the iodine needed for her new baby’s brain.
You might know that fluoride is a natural mineral and element on the periodic table, so how harmful can it be? As you can see from the image below, there are different forms of fluoride, and the ones used in our water and dental products is not the naturally occurring, rather harmless type of fluoride.
High fluoride exposure may increase your risk of cognitive problems. A 1995 study published in Neurotoxicity and Teratology has found that prenatal fluoride exposure can increase the risk of hyperactivity and cognitive problems (7).
A 2017 study published in Environmental Health Perspectives has also linked it to lower IQ levels (8). Other research, including a 1998 study published in Brain Research and a 1997 study published in the Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences has found that fluoride, aluminum, and sodium in water may increase the risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. (9, 10).
Fluoride may also increase the risk of cancer. A 1977 study published in Fluoride and a 1993 study published in the Journal of the International Society of Fluoride have both linked fluoride exposure to an increased risk of cancer (11, 12).
Fluoride may also increase the risk of hormonal health issues and diabetes. A 2015 observational study published in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health has found that fluoride in drinking water may increase the risk of hypothyroidism (13).
A 1997 paper at the University of Surrey, School of Biological Sciences has found that fluoride may affect the pineal gland and puberty (14). A 2015 study published in the Journal of Diabetes Research has found that low-level fluoride in water may help insulin sensitivity suggesting that higher levels may contribute to insulin resistance and the risk of diabetes (15).
Citizens in many US cities have presented this information to their town/city councils and have asked for the removal of fluoride from their water with mixed results. Close to home:
High Country Shopper | March 20, 2024 | By Deena Schmalz
Trustees also considered an informational report about the negative effects of adding fluoride to the town’s water. Webb pointed out that studies have shown fluoride to be a toxin and it can be damaging to the development of children’s brains. Many U.S. cities and countries around the world have banned adding fluoride to their water supply. He continued, “I don’t know if we want to have any part in adding this to our water.”
Webb felt that since fluoridated water wasn’t required by the state and it was documented to be harmful to young children, the town should put a one-year moratorium on adding fluoride to its water. There was some discussion as to whether or not residents must vote on this change. With that in mind, trustees unanimously approved the moratorium with the stipulation that it would be brought back to the board if it required voter approval.
This was recently rescinded as health professionals/dentists begged the city to put fluoride back in.
And more recently:
“In a decision that could end the practice of water fluoridation in the U.S., a federal judge late Tuesday (Sep. 24, 2024) ruled that water fluoridation at current U.S. levels poses an “unreasonable risk” of reduced IQ in children.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) can no longer ignore that risk, and must take regulatory action, Judge Edward Chen of the U.S. District Court of the Northern District of California wrote in the long-awaited landmark decision.
The law dictates that the EPA must take regulatory action, but it does not specify what that action has to be. EPA regulatory actions can range from notifying the public of risks to banning chemicals.”
In a Sept. 25 statement, the ADA said it remains “staunchly in support” of community water fluoridation at optimal levels to help prevent tooth decay.
Personally, we don’t allow our dentist to use fluoride with our children (or ourselves). If your dentist won’t accept that, find another one. It took us going through a few before we found one that is supportive of our desires (even though they don’t believe in it). They use a pumice tooth buffer instead of the fluoride toothpaste. Obviously we don’t use fluoridated toothpaste at home. There are a ton of options, the cheapest option being make your own tooth powder and practice regular oil pulling and water irrigation of gums/teeth. We also use water filters for all drinking/cooking water to filter chlorine and fluoride and other metals and toxins. These are small but super important ways to limit toxic overload! Also since we are all exposed and deficient in iodine, find easy ways to supplement this essential nutrient, not leaving chlorine aside, be sure to supplement extra iodine, vitamin C or glutathione if you go swimming.
Tooth Powder Recipe:
Ingredients
4 Tablespoons bentonite clay
4 tablespoons calcium carbonate powder
1 teaspoon baking soda (leave out if you have metal braces)
1 teaspoon of fine sea salt
2 teaspoons yellow mustard seed powder, optional
1 Tablespoon of cinnamon
1 teaspoon of ground cloves
1 Tablespoon activated charcoal, optional – for whitening
Instructions
Mix all ingredients together well. Store in an airtight container.
To use, tip a little into the palm of your hand and smush your toothbrush into it. Some add a drop of colloidal silver (another antibacterial), or a drop of peppermint oil here to make a paste.
Scrub gently. There are some powerful abrasive agents in the tooth powder that will do most of the work. Fine to eat.
Messes, messes, oh the messes. Remembering what it was like when we had several young homeschooled children, I remember being baffled about the extent of the messes. It wasn’t like that in my house growing up. Oh right, we’re homeschooling! On top of regular toys, we have educational toys and workbooks and videos and art supplies, etc. And we’re home all day using them! This became a real source of stress for me and for the children when I was angry and upset about their messes.
I read a brilliant idea in a parenting book (I think it was “Parenting With Love and Logic” but I could be wrong) called “Gunny Bag”. Gunny Bag in my case was a pillowcase with a scowly face drawn on it. The purpose of Gunny Bag was to sneak into their rooms (via Mom) and collect everything that was lying about on the floor that shouldn’t be there. Those things could be retrieved from the jaws of Gunny Bag by doing chores for Mom or by paying $ to get them back.
Is this your life?
I’m not sure how much it really helped with keeping rooms cleaner, but it did teach them what they valued. And as a mother, I learned what sorts of things each child valued and what things they could easily let go of. That helped me know what sorts of purchases were valuable and what would end up being a waste of money. I’m not sure what they learned or if it was just a fun game for them, but I do know that with 4 adult children now, they’ve all demonstrated the ability to discern between things they value and want to keep and what they can let go of. They don’t agonize about getting rid of things that aren’t serving them anymore (like their mom and dad sometimes do).
But I realize I’m getting better at that because of my LifeLine training; because in LifeLine living, we learn to let go of old limiting beliefs and patterns that we once treasured, valued, and needed and replace them with a tidier way of living. We replace anger, frustration, anxiety, depression, etc. into acceptance, understanding, patience, love, joy, peace, etc. Sometimes we recognize the old patterns for the garbage that they are, like the dried up markers, headless Barbies, and games with missing pieces. We also recognize what used to have value but is no longer serving us like old and frayed toothbrushes, outgrown toys, partnerless socks, and well-worn but now holy shoes.
So let’s do a Gunny Bag for the mind exercise together! Think of an automatic, emotional response that you recognize as garbage (modeled for you as a child so it became yours but you don’t want it) or as something that used to have value for you but is now getting in the way of your progress (in life or in relationships). Either way, we’ve learned and grown from these patterns and so we can say:
“Thank you subconscious for the gifts of _____________________ (your pattern), but I no longer need it. I now have the tools, strategies, and support to think, feel, and act with love. I am _________________(your replacement pattern). Infinite love and gratitude.” Then let your heart’s intention guide you into your daily living with that new pattern. It’s work, yes. But sometimes bringing out Gunny Bag is just what we need to bring awareness to our feelings and behaviors and determine their value in our lives. And those , my friends, are messes worth cleaning up.
I began my brisk walk on the trail like usual, a podcast cued up and ready to play at 1.2x speed, ready to burn some fat and learn something valuable. I only do this form of exercise once/week and look forward to it. As I rounded a corner, the view caught me off guard. This is a view I see (or don’t see) every week. The different shades of green from the different trees, weeds and grass, blue sky. I stopped the podcast. I slowed my walk. I took some deep breaths. I noticed the birds singing and saw them flit between trees. The wind made everything move and shimmer. The sunlight amplified the shades of green. I felt like I was in a sacred grove. I felt connected to the beauty around me. I felt grateful. I felt warm and radiant. I felt in awe.
My therapist daughter recently introduced me to polyvagal theory which corresponds with what I’ve been teaching and practicing concerning our parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous systems. The above moment would be considered a ventral vagal state, which correlates to the parasympathetic healing state. https://themovementparadigm.com/how-to-map-your-own-nervous-sytem-the-polyvagal-theory/ This website has great info and a neat chart if you want to know more.
Both parasympathetic and sympathetic are part of the autonomic nervous system. That means that they react to stimuli automatically. But there are some things we can do to consciously get ourselves out of the rushed, hectic, frenzied, worrisome, stressful state (sympathetic). The parasympathetic state is one in which digestion, regeneration, detoxification, and healing occur.
Being in sympathetic state isn’t bad; it’s necessary at times, daily in fact. We use it everyday to move, work, play sports, take on challenges, etc. But we aren’t designed to sustain that state long term. Doing so wears away at our physical, mental, and spiritual health. Imagine the world with us all being Hulks most of the time! We aren’t doing anyone any favors. That Hulk mode is a superpower–to be used sparingly.
Sometimes switching states feels subtle and flowing. You spend time working on an urgent project or at a high stress job and then you take a break, eat, go for a walk. Later you go home and relax, connect with loved ones and meditate. Other times the switch feels like Hulk. You’re calm and pleasant one moment and then turn mean, defensive, and irritable in an instant because of something someone says. Just like Hulk, we need training. Most of us need to practice slowing down and getting into healing mode (zen). It’s ok to be in “go, go, go, gotta get it done” mode for part of the day, but how many of us end up doing that all day?
I looked up articles in PubMed but there’s too many to list.
I now allow myself time each day, several times a day to enter into this healing state. We can spend a lot of time and money doing things to encourage this state; and we can do simple, free things as well. As the above story illustrates, we can simply stop multitasking and focus on one thing, being really present. We can take deep breaths. We can watch a sunrise or sunset and smile. We can connect with those we love. We can enjoy a pet or nature. Light exercise. Eat slowly, noticing the flavors and textures. Hold hands with a loved one. Gaze at the stars. Hum a tune. “Take time to smell the roses.” These are some of the things we can create habits of doing often.
I also use some therapies to aid my transition into a healing state. BrainTap and light therapy are probably my favorites. I’m using my DNA Vibe right now as I type this for light therapy. I use an infrared sauna often. BrainTap helps me get deep sleep at night or during a midday nap. Sleep is critical for healing and regeneration. I rarely wake up to an alarm and let my body awake naturally when ready. I take vitamins to lower my cortisol level when needed. I use adaptogenic mushrooms and Vit. D to enhance my immune system. I fast for 3+ days quarterly to boost autophagy and stem cell production. I eat low inflammatory foods…usually, lol. I exercise regularly. These are just more ideas that may speak to you.
My challenge this month is for each of us to choose at least 3 things to implement into our schedules that activate our healing power. Improve the quality and quantity of that innate power and you’ll find yourself loving yourself, your life, and others even more.
A new company is launching this month and the promotion is incredible, a FREE case of their product shipped direct to you, and you don’t even have to pay shipping if you get your request in before April 19th!
Manoj Bhargava is the man behind 5 hour energy and as a multibillionaire he is trying to make the world a better place. His latest challenge was to solve the looming water crisis, and he has succeeded in developing a breakthrough that will do the job! He already feeds millions of children (with the stipulation that they have to go to school to “earn” their meal). Now he has potentially saved millions of lives with this new water purification system.
This ultrapure water is the beginning of the new product called Cellular Hydration, with the addition of key minerals and amino acids at very specific concentrations. [a term used is osmolality or osmolarity]. The level of around 200 allows for ideal absorption into your body..
Below is more details links etc from my good friend Chris Kinney.
Hi everyone! Hope you are all having a Good Friday!! This text/email may be lengthy, but please read it all.
Please be sure to include name, address, city state (in 2 letter abbreviation), zip, email and phone number in the following format 123-123-1234, and which type of water Unsweetened or Sweetened . [the sweetening is sucralose so I have been recommending unsweetened]
Submissions are currently running approximately 2 weeks behind from when received.
Intracellular hydration vs normal hydration- we are the only ones who are able to do it without sodium and sugar. We are the only no sodium, no sugar Intracellular hydration product available.
Normal hydration is extra-cellular, meaning it passes through you. That’s why when we drink lots of water, it passes through us. We are not like that. We have the perfect osmolality of 200 for intracellular hydration. Water has an osmolality of 10. The World Health Organization has come out and said the optimum osmolality is between 180-260, so we’re just right. That’s why we affectionately call it “Goldilocks water”
Here is a new form to use until 4/19 to be able to send out 2 cases of free product with free shipping. Use this form for each person you want to send product to. Send a Free True Hydration Sample
Send a Free True Hydration Sample Now through April 19, Truly Essential Partners can send free 12-pack samples (one of each flavor) of True Hydration to customers to introduce them to the product. Please use the form below to send a free sample.
This very interesting: . ( watch video below ) This company is called True Essentials based in Detroit. This is backed by Manoj Bhargava who is worth about $5 billion. He is the founder of the famous 5 hour energy product which has been a gigantic success. He also owns 14 other companies including parade magazine and 50 other magazines, a pharmaceutical division, Alzheimer’s therapy centers, water division, 4 tv stations including a 24 hr news channel, sports channel, German tv channel and home shopping network. For our water hydration, beauty, weight loss and sleep products, we have just launched a Direct Sales co. with a very attractive earnings opportunity. We’ve hired the best veterans in the industry to run the business and are now looking for top leaders to take advantage of the ground floor opportunity.
This is the Corporate Zoom recording 3/28…at least as they go over the launch packs in the beginning it is very clear: https://youtu.be/MkTVhKlFy0M
For anyone going to the pre-lauch in Detroit... Fly in on Thursday, April 18th for an all day event on Friday April19Th ( Up to $500 Reimbursement for each person for flights) Hotel: Hotel for the event is Courtyard by Marriott Detroit Farmington Hills, 33043 Hamilton Ct, Farmington Hills, MI 48334. Phone number for the hotel is 248-516-1400. You can reserve a room using group code SIR (company is Simplify Inventions).
I used to hear and repeat the idea that: “You can’t control what happens to you, but you always have a choice in how you respond.” I now believe that only partially. I’ve learned that I/we all have programs running that cause us to act automatically in certain ways. If something happens automatically, there’s no conscious thinking involved; therefore, how can one choose a reaction before an automatic one happens? Sometimes there is no choice. So the key to conscious living (one that is intentional and full of choice) is found in the programming.
Just like a computer, our programming can change as well.
Sometimes the computer just updates, making minor changes to keep things functioning smoothly.
Sometimes new programs are created to fit a need or desire of a community.
Sometimes the computer crashes and renders much of it useless.
How do we change our programming–our automatic responses that no longer serve us, those we love, or the world at large?
Let’s begin by changing our language. Let’s begin to take ownership of the life we’re living. We often do things we don’t want to do because of obligation, duty, sacrifice, or love. And those can be honorable choices, so I didn’t include “I want to” in the list below as I believe choosing is more powerful than wanting.
Instead of: Change to:
“I have to…” “I choose to…” or “I choose not to…”
“I should…” “I choose to…” or “I choose not to…”
“I don’t have enough (money, time, etc)” “I choose other priorities”
“I can’t” “I choose not to” or “I can’t…yet!”
Next, let’s begin to be aware of what programs we’re running. Many programs are designed for survival, to keep us safe. In fact, we are hardwired for survival. The limbic brain is the part of the brain that holds the “fight, flight, or freeze” response. Thanks to the hippocampus and amygdala, our memories are stored in such a way that the most traumatic ones are kept alive and waiting for us to pull from to keep us wary of other similar experiences. The normal, daily, happy life experiences get stored in long term memory. The traumatic ones stay in short term memory and become the programs that we run automatically, whether helpful or not. The problem is that most of us aren’t in life/death situations every day in which we need the survival programs running; but the stress (or what we perceive as stress) in our lives keeps them active as if we were.
So it’s time to begin to analyze our programs. Next time you notice an automatic response (behavioral or emotional) to a trigger/stimulus, ask yourself this question: “Would I ever consciously choose to feel like this or behave like this?” If the answer is “yes,” keep it. It might just be saving your life. If your answer is “hell no!” then it’s time for an upgraded program.
Just a tip here: when you find a program you can say “hell no” to, first be grateful for it. It’s kept you alive and well. In LifeLine we say, “Thank you, subconscious, for the gift of this protection.”
The next essential step in reprogramming is to decide what the new program is you want to run. This one is your choice. What’s the next best version of yourself? How would that next best version of you feel and behave? Who would you choose to be in the face of that trigger/difficulty? What would you choose? Then we can say, after thanking ourselves for the gifts of protection, “I now have the tools, strategy, and support to think, feel, and act with love. I am__________, feeling ____________.” That will become the new program. Granted, it still needs lots of repetition to replace the old pattern, but that’s where we start.
Every LifeLine session begins that way. We acknowledge the old pattern and bring in a new one. Then we find the areas of the subconscious that are not in agreement with the new pattern and get them on board. These include finding areas of imbalance, gifts of protection, elements of change, expression channels, and holding patterns. It’s an amazing process.
Sometimes we just need an upgrade. Sometimes we need a brand new program that we’ve never considered. Sometimes we need to completely reboot. No matter what, changing our language and our programs will help us become the next best version of ourselves. And isn’t that what life is all about? Growth and improvement? I also acknowledge grace in my life. There are times that grace and mercy have intervened and changed me. I also believe we’ve been given stewardship of our own bodies and life creations. We are creators and co-creators once we become aware enough to choose. May we all awake and arise to conscious living a little more each day by improving our programs is my challenge this month.
I’ve been reading Brene Brown’s book The Gifts of Imperfection. My favorite line from it so far “As a recovering perfectionist and aspiring good-enoughist…” describes myself very well. She clarifies the difference between healthy striving to be our best and perfectionism. Perfectionism is actually armor we choose for protection and a mask we choose to hide behind. The book gives great tools and help for overcoming perfection, so if you’re interested in that, please invest in her book. Now for part of my journey with this.
I wouldn’t say my perfectionism was all-consuming in my life. My home has never been perfectly organized and clean. My meals are usually slapped together and casually presented. My hair is usually pulled back into the easiest, most comfy, practical ponytail. So why do I think I have struggled with perfectionism? Straight A’s since the 3rd grade. Voted “most likely to succeed” as a senior. Dutifully signing up for every service opportunity that came my way. Those are all fine and dandy, so….
How I know that these were laced with the drug of perfectionism is because of my feelings. Despite all of these good things, I felt misery. I was never really happy with myself or my situation.
Another semester of all A’s: “Who cares, there’s another one coming to prepare for and a GRE to study for.”
Voted most likely to succeed: ”So what, now the real work begins.”
Serving/volunteering at every chance: no conscious thoughts about this one. Just a pattern for me to be “good” and distract myself from caring for and loving myself.
I began to notice my perfectionism patterns after reading another of Brown’s books called Daring Greatly because of the level of shame she helped me identify in my life. So it’s been a journey since then. I noticed myself apologizing for the state of my house if someone popped by. I found myself apologizing to the family about the meals I made. I discovered that it felt excruciatingly hard to say “no” to anyone.
When I recognized those patterns in my life I decided to outwardly change them. I committed to myself that I would never apologize about those things again. If someone doesn’t like my housekeeping, they don’t need to come over or they can do it themselves. If I burn dinner or make a simple one-pot meal I might say: “Oops. I burned dinner. If you don’t want to eat it that’s fine.” Or “Dinner is simple tonight.” It was so easy for me to start or finish those sentences with “Sorry”, but why feel sorry when I did my best? The “sorry” was really a declaration of shame. What I learned to do is separate my failings from my self-esteem/self-worth.
Making those changes has improved my life significantly. Now I tend to sit awhile on decisions to help someone, and decide if it’s something that resonates with my mission/purpose/passion at the time. Is there anyone else more qualified to help? Can I give myself fully and joyfully to this situation? Is the need real or pretended, exaggerated or inflated?
After a year of improvement, it was time to level up again. This time by way of a trigger. I took on the role of “team mom” of my 6th grade daughter’s basketball team. I was mostly there to encourage and provide bandaids; that fit my nature and desire to be helpful. But one day the head and assistant coaches didn’t make it to practice. I was in charge. I’ve never played basketball! I was so angry after that pre-game practice! When I dove deeper–past the blame game–I discovered the underlying belief of “not good enough.” Just as a tip, they say if you’re angry, it’s a cover emotion for something much deeper and not necessarily about the person you’re angry at; it’s all about you.
As a LifeLine practitioner, my way of dealing with such things is to run a session with myself. The intention I chose: “I am enough; feeling successful and confident.” I was able to drop the judgment, fear, and anger I was experiencing and back to a place of loving what is. For me, a miracle happened that I totally wasn’t expecting. Our team won 3 games in a row, when they hadn’t won a game yet. Granted, there were lots of variables to create that, but what if my hidden limiting emotion of “not good enough’ emanated from me, contributing to the previous losing season. What if my shift to “I am good enough” radiates outward to my family and friends? That would be amazing. But the shift within me is enough.
I’ve now added to my mantra “feeling fulfilled” as I’ve needed to do another round with this one. I now feel the added weight of the perfection armor lightening and the mask lowering and enjoying the process.
