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The Basics Of Natural Healing

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Hitting you’ll with a mid-week momentum inspired by #WellnessWednesday

The featured documentary is a Gem within its own right. Outlining of effects and causes to everyday living, providing juicing tutorials, ways with getting the family evolved, Eating pointers for disease and/or conditions.

Also Touching subjects of Cancer Survival (Alternative options), Depression (Mindsets) – to Natural foods as medicine – Eating to live – Research – Simply taking control over your life!

Self preservation was the motivating factor for Darlene’s overall survival.

Here’s the phenomenal Journey thus far –

 

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Love seems rather simpler in the beginning almost a no-brainer

So what happens throughout?

How does it change?

Why does it change?

It can Never really be complete, I feel.

Acknowledging the pieces in which you contribute to the cycle of a relationship…

Believing that what you wanted comes flooding vividly.

A stream of emotions, sacrifice, action, communication & love pours out… Trickling down…

While looking in the eyes of that ideal person – Mimic’s of a past creeps in between

Fighting to get back to the other side of that stream… Cleansing the spirit…

Intense efforts of a fresh start… standing in the same room

Yet feeling worlds apart…

Gazing at the distinct reflection before you

Can it be true…?

Incapability’s of a word so short = meaning so much

Damn.. where have we lost touch…?

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Matter or Mind

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Matter takes control over my mind…

Wondering if Eye am on your brain even a little, as you walk through mines.

What’s the Matter?: Words become harder to express… Afraid to do or say the wrong things.

So Eye Write…

In hopes of finding the solutions among my pages – Evolution of stages;

Eye do not mind the change as long as it is Progressive..

No more Hesitation – Mind made up…

What Matters most is that we give it our absolute all…

If it should fall…

We tried… and that’s what mattered.

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A little Light

In light of an article/post Eye have read – decided Eye wanted to share this (Gentrification and Ghost towns by: Emma Lindsay) Eye thought that it was very interesting to read from another’s perspective, which Eye appreciate, because this potentially opens up the path to conversation of understanding. While reading Eye felt compelled to translate the perspective of the individual from the opposite position.

PLEASE READ THE POST (Gentrification and Ghost towns by: Emma Lindsay) BEFORE READING THE RESPONSE… ENJOY.

Engagement is certain – the response is just a LITTLE piece of an even bigger puzzle – However it is important that we put this puzzle together if we really want to enact change.

The Response

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Paste Made

Great Rising all! This post is a dedication to health & wellness. Eye pride myself as being one whom reads ingredients of anything that Eye ingest, or put on my skin. Our body is a vessel and we are responsible in taking care of this vessel for long as possible! With that said, if you are reading this, Eye would advise you to begin reading the ingredients of food and/or health care products that you may be using..

By request Eye have decided to share a paste Eye use consistently to brush my teeth. Enjoy!

Below are step by step visuals of a toothpaste which Eye can make and use….

As a base take a scoop of (1 tbsp.) depending on how much paste Eye need to make, Coconut oil;  Coconut oil has plenty benefits – for oral care coconut oil prevents gum disease and tooth decay – in addition coconut oil is used for “oil pulling” which cleans the mouth of bacteria. Also helps with bad breath!

Next I add Turmeric;  ( 1 tsp) Turmeric is a spice that is powerful! It has been preventive in fighting cancer! – Benefits of turmeric use for your oral hygiene cosists of: reversing precancerous, changes in mouth, kills oral cancer cells, treats gingivitis (bad breath, bleeding & Inflamed gums)


One of the most important ingredients for this particular paste is peppermint oil; peppermint oil is an essential oil is antiseptic, helps treat pain and combating bad breath. (3-4 drops). Also provides bursts of freshness!


Final step is to mix all ingredients until fully combined.. once mixed move paste to the container in which it will be kept in. Being that coconut is the base, this causes may cause the paste to become *liquefied and/or solidified due to the temperature of the area which it is stored.

After initial creation cool it off in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes or so.

Routinely the paste is kept in the bathroom – which is room temperature.

The paste that is not for immediate use can be stored in a container, and placed in the refrigerator til ready for use.

My love for experimenting led me into gaining the ability to produce the everyday products! Using confidently Without containing the harmful chemicals that Eye either couldn’t pronounce and/or Had to research! Eye have been making and using my own paste for over a year now. Oral hygiene has improved, Eye am not only happy but satisfied. And there is no going back!!

Hopefully you have gained some knowledge through this post – If you want to experiment on your own and not necessarily use exact ingredient’s that Eye have provided – by all means go be an scientist – because that’s what I did!!

**Products used Certified Organic.

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…The will to succeed automatically switches on when faced with obstacles, sparking creativity paralleled with destiny. Neglecting fear, instilling confidence… -Cmoas

“There is pleasure in the pathless woods”  – Lord Byron

A Journey maybe unknown but take pride, enjoy the ride, for the path led strengths your soul…

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Lucidly Out Of Touch

“Communication is on of the most important keys to life”. – common statement

– If that’s the case, why is it so easy to lose touch with one another?

In no way am I saying that I’m the perfect candidate to hold a seminar on keeping in touch… But I made a vow to do better. Ironically this subject has been lingering awhile – finally had the fuel to jot it down.

The other day I spoke with an old friend, our conversation made me think about how and why us individuals lose touch so frequently,  almost as cold as ice.

My freshman year in college (Virginia State University) I met a guy who instantly became my good friend. We would literally talk or see one another every day! He was very easy to talk to, non-judgemental, understanding real down to earth type of guy. Many would inquire, but it was just that simple we were friends. I learned from him the Baltimore culture and in return I gave him insight to Virginia living, it was dope! Sorta like that feel of being friends for sometime prior. 

“If the friendship was just that great what happened”?

Unforseen circumstances is probably the best statement to soften the blow, second semester came around, but my friend did not return.

Shoot I figured we could still be friends and keep in touch no matter the distance…

Easier said than done..

I will say though social media makes it super easy for one to think that they are keeping up with a person by providing visual connection and partial written communication (comments, likes, etc.) which negates the interpersonal level of communication (face-to-face). Outside of social media – text messaging, email, or just picking up the phone to call will suffice, even a hang-out session – all exist. Needless to say these examples exemplify all forms of communication: written, nonverbal, interpersonal and oral.

Could it be we all just get caught up within our own lives we neglect, from time to time, our peers? I don’t know about you, but I am guilty of this occurrence..

On another hand some folks are going to fall in and out of contact.. its life.. you just have to learn to separate the temporaries from the permanents. Time is the only true revealer of that.

To those whom I may not have had any communication with for sometime; charge it to the game and not my heart!! 

I am going to do better, how about you?

 

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Simple Daily Prompt

 

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Even though January 16th is recognized as Martin Luther King Jr Day, King was born January 15th 1929. Originally a federal holiday was first proposed just four days after his death in 1968 (Assassinated April 4, 1968). Finally two decades later the holiday was signed into law 1983, In 1986 is where the first observance actually had taken place. As you can see such time gaps indicate the fight within govt for this recognized holiday. Most states opposed the idea, some southern states  even recognize Robert E. Lee on the exact same day as King’s designated holiday.

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I had the privilege of being introduced to this subtle fire’s activism (works) at a young age. I may have not been sharing the same era, but it was something about the way he painted colorful pictures with words, made the vision reality. King fought for equal rights across the board, despite obstacles thrown his way, he is the definition of a true leader. I honor you for your courage, strength and fearlessness. Thank you a thousand times! The “I have a dream”  Speech may be one of his most quoted deliveries, in retrospect I would like to share some quotes that I like most.

“I believe that unarmed truth and unconditional love will have the final word in reality. This is why right temporarily defeated is stronger than evil triumphant.”
— Nobel Prize Acceptance Speech, December 10, 1964

“Freedom is never voluntarily given by the oppressor; it must be demanded by the oppressed.”
— “Letter from Birmingham Jail,” April 16, 1963

“Like anybody, I would like to live a long life. Longevity has its place. But I’m not concerned about that now. I just want to do God’s will. And he’s allowed me to go up to the mountain. And I’ve looked over, and I’ve seen the promised land . . . So I’m happy tonight. I’m not worried about anything. I’m not fearing any man.”
— “I’ve Been to the Mountaintop” speech, April 3, 1968 (the day before his assassination)

“Nothing in all the world is more dangerous than sincere ignorance and conscientious stupidity.”
— Strength to Love (1963)

 

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Aaliyah Dana Haughton,

Where to start? Back in 1994 when the release of “Age ain’t nothing but a number” had the music scene open.. Or could it be the release of “One in a million” in 1996, which FOREVER transformed R&B/Pop sounds PERIOD  ..No..no.. It has to be when you graced the stage of the Apollo.. No matter the memory… Undoubtedly Aaliyah was just that bad! Wearing multiple hats as a Soultress, Dancer, Model, and  Actress.. She had accomplished it all in such a short time, paving the way and becoming a musical inspiration for several different artist whom succeeded after.

Born January 16th 1979 – Untimely passing August 25th, 2001 – I will never forget, middle school age at the time, reading headlines of the stars transition. Not fully understanding life’s processes yet..

 

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Aaliyah’s smooth tomboy lustrous appeal gave young girls, such as myself growing up, confidence. Also the courage to be who you are no matter how anyone else may perceive you. That aspect alone set her aside from the rest, while watching her evolve into a young woman. All I’m just saying is who didn’t want to immolate Aaliyah?  Not to mention that her music was indeed “Hot Like Fire” 🔥 Including the features! It is hard trying to explain the connection I felt to a woman I barely even personally knew, Her spirit was definitely felt through sound…Thank you for sharing your gifts with the world!!!

“An unexplainable but unforgettable feeling you get when you hear good music that puts you in a particular mode” -Shaddai

Literally I can go on for pages about who she is and why she is just that important!! If you find yourself reading this piece and you are not too familiar with whom Aaliyah may be please I encourage you to do yourself a HUGE favor and get familiar.

I honor & pay homage to this Queen

Happy Bornday Baby Girl,

Sleep In Peace.

 

 

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Far Gone

About a month ago..

I published my very first blog post

Where has time gone?

It’s been about 9 months since My Nephews have been AWOL

Where did time go?

Where could they be?

Uncontrollable occurrences results to consequences

Appear as though they are

Depths of sands

No longer knowing just where to stand.

For if I take a step to my left

I then would be playing hooky

From the path set before me, not quit envisioning the absents of two precious kings.

Forging ahead with this hand dealt.

I will never Astray!

I will never Awry!

Anticipation of your return

Sojourn’s in my conscience sleep

That deep.

I Love you for everyday that your away,

We will  meet again.

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2017 is the Year

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Welcoming 2017 with open arms.

All the negative thinking is left as a thing of the past, transforming your thinking/mindset is a must!!

Evolving forward with the equinox: Universal Law is REAL.

You attract what you put out into the atmosphere!! Do not allow yourself to be swallowed into the depths of Negativity! “Heavy Lies the head that wears the crown”

A pledge for your validation is not what I seek. Simply put, research for self.

Following the path of light will lead to success, prosperity with great health

& Anything you put your mind to!

–Here’s to a BRIGHT year!! Wishing you all the very best!

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