Division (2026)

11/09/2020

THE GROUP EFFECT.

Ever noticed that sometimes when we are in a group of a large enough size, we become/act different. Take time to notice yourself and
others at a sporting event, a concert, a religious or political gathering.

It is rarely impossible to not feel yourself caught up in the collective emotions. Your heart beats faster. Tears of joy or sadness come more readily.

Being in a group sometimes do not stimulate independent reasoning but rather the intense desire to belong. This can happen equally in a work environment, particularly if the leader plays on people’s emotions to spur competitive, aggressive desires, or creates an us versus-them dynamic.

The group effect does not necessarily require
the presence of others. It can occur virally, as some opinion spreads over social media and infects us with the desire to share the opinion generally of a strong variety, such as outrage.

There is an exhilarating, positive aspect to the stimulation of group emotions. It is how we can be rallied to do something for the collective good.

But if you notice the appeal is to more diabolical emotions, such as hatred of the other, rabid patriotism, aggression, or sweeping worldviews, you need to inoculate yourself and see through the powerful pull as it works on you.

It is often best to avoid the group setting if possible in order to maintain your reasoning powers, or to enter such moments with maximum skepticism.

Be aware of demagogues who exploit the group effect and stimulate outbreaks of irrationality. They inevitably resort to certain devices.

In a group setting, they begin by warming up the crowd, talking about ideas and values that everyone shares, creating a pleasant feeling of agreement. They rely on vague but loaded words full of emotive quality such as justice or truth or patriotism. They talk of abstract, noble goals rather than the solving of specific problems with concrete action.

Demagogues in politics or the media try to stir a continual sense of panic, urgency, and outrage. They must keep the emotional levels
high.

YOUR DEFENSE IS SIMPLE:

Consider your reasoning powers, your ability to think for yourself, your most precious possession.

Resent any kind of intrusion upon your independent mind by others. When you
feel you are in the presence of a demagogue, become doubly wary and analytical.

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22/07/2020

WHY SMART PEOPLE FAIL

Hello!

In A survey, over two thousand employers were asked to review the reason for dismissing the last three people from their businesses. Two out of three said it was because the person they fired couldn't get along with other people.

Hence observed that the greatest problems of professionals don't usually relate to their competence; they relate to their relationships.

I know some folks are natural connectors, but if you are in the category of persons who often find it difficult connecting with people, Dr. Judith suggests five qualities you may find will assist you connect quick with others.

1) APPRECIATION - Allows for the differences in people and considers them interesting.

2) SENSITIVITY - Knows about personal feelings, and empathy; quickly adjusts to the moods of others.

3) CONSISTENCY - Has the quality of being "real", not phoney, and gives only sincere compliments.

4) SECURITY - Dosen't try to be always be "top dog"; it knows it isn't an automatic loss when others win.

5) HUMOR - Laughs at it self; it is not oversensitive.

Hoping you'd find helpful.

01/06/2020

OREGANO OIL

Oregano oil is one of the most powerful natural antibacterial essential oils because it contains carvacrol and thymol, two antibacterial and antifungal compounds.

Oregano oil is a product made from the oregano plant, Origanum vulgare. It contains concentration of the helpful compounds that occur naturally in the plant. .

10 BENEFITS

Oregano oil may have the following health benefits:

1. Fighting bacteria

2. Treating small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO)

3. Treating fungal infections

4. Providing antioxidants

5. Reducing inflammation

6. Healing wounds

7. Repelling insects

8. Relieving pain

9. Aiding weight loss

10. Fighting cancer

HOW TO USE

Oregano oil comes in capsules and as a liquid. It is available for purchase in most health food stores and online.

The strength of each oil may vary, so it is important to follow the manufacturer’s instructions or work with a qualified healthcare practitioner to determine the safest dose.

People who do not enjoy the taste of oregano should choose the capsules, which can they can swallow without tasting the oil.

To use oregano oil topically for skin issues, dilute one or two drops in a carrier oil. A person can then apply this mixture directly to the skin.

RISKS AND CONSIDERATIONS

A person should use oregano oil in moderation, as it is potent.

Be sure not to take too much oregano oil, as it is very potent. It is best to use it sparingly under the guidance of a healthcare practitioner.

There is significant risk of burning internal tissue if a person takes the oil orally. Always follow the manufacturer’s guidelines.

Do not use oregano oil on children or infants. Pregnant or breastfeeding women and people with diabetes should also refrain from using it.

Oregano oil can interfere with some medications, including lithium and diuretics. Also, it is possible to be allergic to the oil.

A & D

23/04/2020

How True!

22/01/2020

A & D

08/07/2019

HOW TO DEAL WITH STRESS.

Why is it so important to manage stress?
If you’re living with high levels of stress, you’re putting your entire well-being at risk. Stress wreaks havoc on your emotional equilibrium, as well as your physical health. It narrows your ability to think clearly, function effectively, and enjoy life.

Effective stress management, on the other hand, helps you break the hold stress has on your life, so you can be happier, healthier, and more productive. The ultimate goal is a balanced life, with time for work, relationships, relaxation, and fun—and the resilience to hold up under pressur and meet challenges head on. But stress management is not one-size-fits-all.

That’s why it’s important to experiment and find out what works best for you. The following stress management tips can help you do that.

Tip 1: Identify the sources of stress in your life

Tip 2: Practice the 4 A’s of stress management

The four A’s – Avoid, Alter, Adapt & Accept

- Avoid unnecessary stress
- Alter the situation
- Adapt to the stressor
- Accept the things you can’t change

Tip 3: Get moving

Tip 4: Connect to others

Tip 5: Make time for fun and relaxation

Tip 6: Manage your time better

Tip 7: Maintain balance with a healthy lifestyle

Thanks for reading!

20/11/2017

** A n D **

THE ORIGIN OF DIMPLES.

Ever wondered why you don't have Dimples seen in some?

Dimples are considered mark of beauty and loveliness.

The truth is that dimples are actually genetic defects that are caused by shortened facial muscles.
Dimples are caused by a fault in the subcutaneous connective tissue that develops in course of the embryonic development. A variation in the structure of the facial muscle may also cause dimples.

When a person smiles, the shorter muscle on the face pulls up the facial skin. This, in turn, creates a slight depression in the skin, which is called dimple.
It must be interesting to note that dimples are inherited facial traits that are passed from one generation to the next. Dimples often occur on both the cheeks. A single dimple on one cheek is a rare phenomenon.

Transfer of dimples from parents to children occurs due to just one gene. The dimple creating genes are present in the s*x cells prior to the process of reproduction. Each parent provides one of these genes to the child. So, if both the parents have dimples, the children have 50-100% chances of inheriting dimple genes.

If, however, only one parent has dimple genes, the chances of the children inheriting the genes are 50%. If neither of the parents has the dimple genes, their children will not have dimples.
As said earlier, dimples can be passed through multiple generations. The frequency with which a heritable trait is carried forth through genes is called penetrance.

Sometimes a variation in penetrance may also occur. Some individuals may carry a particular gene, but they do not manifest the traits associated with it. Nonetheless, they pass the traits to their successive generations.
Apart from that, sometimes the dimples may also be caused from spontaneous mutations that result in a dent in the cheek or a cleft chin that leads to dimples.

Apart from variable penetrance, there may also be reduced penetrance which allows a generation to skip having dimples, although they may appear in subsequent generations.

Reduced penetrance occurs when one person inherits certain genetic trait along with another trait that suppresses it. For example, a person may inherit genes for dimples and also other genes for small face. In this case the small face will not allow the gene for dimples to function. Such people are called passive carriers of dimple genes.

22/09/2017

** A & D **

WHY/HOW DO INDOCID KILL RATS AND NOT HUMANS

Ever wondered how it happens?

Indocin and indocid are some of the names of a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug(NSAID) that is usually prescribed for moderate to severe pain and for alleviating the symptoms of arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, menstrual cramps, muscle pains and bone injuries. It reduces pain, stiffness, swelling and inflammation.

The active ingredient in Indocin is called indomethacin and it has anti-coagulant properties which is why it is used to kill rats. It usually kills rats and mice by causing gastro-intestinal injury to them and let them bleed in. It also inhibits oxidative phosphorylation, hence less energy available to the Rats.

Its toxicity to rats has made some individuals wary of using Indocin for treating pain. When used on Humans, it is advisable to use Indocin by mouth with a full glass of water and some food WITHOUT removing the capsule. However, prolonged usage may come with some side effects.

Indocin provides a cheap way of killing rats and getting rid of them fast if you got them around you.

Now you know!

18/08/2017

** A & D **
TOXIC RELATIONSHIPS
(Identifying and Handling)

IF YOU ARE OR STILL WARMING UP to be in a relationship, then you might wanna pause a bit to read this.

Relationship is a good thing, and because nobody can really function in isolation, we find ourselves interacting/relating with people on a daily bases, whether it's work, education or s*xually inclined.

The word "Toxic" in this parlance doesn’t only entail obvious damage like physical abuse, stealing, or name-calling. It also represents all the internal turmoil that results from an unhealthy relationship. Actually, the later has been found to be more debilitating with a long term effect.

IDENTIFICATION

The Toxic partner in a relationship could be hard to identify a times. They usually are very good at emotionally manipulating you into believing that you are the one with issues, so It becomes hard to realize that you are being taken advantage of , especially when it is by someone you know well, respect and/or love.

While there is no single definition covering all aspects of Toxicity in a relationship , you might wanna watch out if the following occurs WITH REGULARITY in your relationships:

(1) Attacks on personal character
(2) Blame and accusations
(3) Shame and judging
(4) Sarcasm and twisting what you say
(5) Rewriting history
(6) Playing the victim
(7) Manipulation, control and coercion
(8) Unpredictable explosions
(9) Criticism that is harsh and undeserved
(10) Intimidation
(11) Escalating situations or refusing to discuss a situation by not speaking at all.

HANDLING

Because toxicity in it's sense stifles growth and life generally, you need to act fast about it. Removing toxic people from your life isn't the most difficult part, Not feeling guilty about it is.
Whether it's a Toxic Boss, Friend, Family or Partner, here are some steps to help you...

(1) ADMIT THE RELATIONSHIP IS TOXIC.

If you are experiencing a toxic relationship, then you likely move in and out of a state of denial about how unhealthy it truly is. At one moment, you feel revulsion; at another, you are making excuses and justifying a partner’s intolerable behavior.

(2) REALIZE YOU DESERVE BETTER.

Yes, you. You deserve to be loved. Not the kind of “love” you think you have now, but real, genuine, reciprocated love. You have battled through so many things in your life, and maybe you feel like you’re too tired to fight anymore, but there is one thing that is always worth fighting for- you .

(3) MAKE A DECISION/DETOX.

Once you’ve stared reality in the face and recognized this no longer healthy, perhaps through counseling from people you respect, you have to make a choice. It’s now or never.
Choose to stay with the person who will continue to treat themselves as a priority and you as a second-rate doormat, or decide to say enough is enough and move on. It’s up to you. What type of life do you want?

(4) MOVING ON

This is the healing part, were most people get stuck and decide to remain in isolation or never love again. But you don't have to be in that category, having understood that moving on could hurt, you shouldn't give up on people either. Focus on your strengths, remember the lessons, develop yourself and because LIKE attracts LIKE, the right people would come to you in time.

Hope you enjoined, Have a nice Life!

16/06/2017

** A & D **

BREAKING ADDICTIONS

At some point in life, we could get addicted to something.
An Addiction is a habit or practice that damages, jeopardizes, shortens one's lifespan or inhibits purpose actualization and can be quite difficult to stop.

HERE ARE SOME TIPS TO HELPING YOU BREAK AN ADDICTION :-

(1) REALIZING YOU HAVE ONE
Unfortunately, most people don't know they are addicted to something till the adverse symptoms are visible. A key to overcoming an addiction is accepting you have one on time.

(2) HAVING A DESIRE TO QUIT
Truth is, you are the only person that can overcome yourself, every other thing is to support your own desire to stop that undesirable trait.

(3) BE ACCOUNTABLE TO SOMEONE
In the professional world, what is the strongest motivator for peak performance? The annual review (or notification of the pink slip). Twelve-step groups use this method–called accountability–to keep people sober and on the recovery wagon.

Everyone has a sponsor, a mentor to teach them the program, to guide them toward physical, mental, and spiritual health.
Having these folks around to divulge my misdeeds to is like confession–it keeps the list of sins from getting too long

(4) PREDICT YOUR WEAK SPOTS
A friend once shared how He stopped smoking -

"When I quit smoking, it was helpful to identify the danger zones–those times I most enjoying firing up lung rockets: in the morning with my java, in the afternoon with my java, in the car (if you’ve been my passenger you know why), and in the evening with my java and a Twix bar.
I jotted these times down in my “dysfunction journal” with suggestions of activities to replace the smokes:

In the morning I began eating eggs and grapefruit, which don’t blend well with ci******es.
I bought a tape to listen to in the car. An afternoon walk replaced the 3:00 smoke break. And I tried to read at night, which didn’t happen (eating chocolate is more soothing).

(5) DISTRACT YOURSELF
Any addict would benefit from a long list of “distractions,” activities than can take her mind off of a cigarette, a glass of Merlot, or a suicidal plot (during a severe depression).

Some good ones: crossword puzzles, novels, Sudoku, e-mails, reading Beyond Blue (a must!); walking the dog (pets are wonderful “buddies” and can improve mental health), card games, movies, sports, de-cluttering the house (cleaning out a drawer, a file, or the garage…or just stuffing it with more stuff); crafts; gardening

(6) START A PROJECT

Find a goal you had always wanted to achieve, place a time limit to it (to increase your dedication to the task), and do it! It takes you off your initial distraction (addiction).

(7) KEEP A RECORD
One definition of suffering is doing the same thing over and over again, each time expecting different results. It’s so easy to see this pattern in others: example, the alcoholic who swears he will be able to control her drinking once she finds the right job.

I can also be so blind to my own attempts at disguising self-destructive behavior in a web of lies and rationalizations.
That’s why, when I’m in pain caused by an addiction, I write how I felt during that period and it helps because you see more reason for breaking a certain addiction, or stopping a behavior contributing to depression, in a much stronger perspective once you can read the evidence provided from the past.

(8) BE THE EXPERT
The quickest way you learn a material is being forced to teach it. I adamantly believe that you have to fake it ’till you make it. And I always feel less depressed after I have helped someone who is struggling with sadness.

It’s the last step of the breaking process, and a cornerstone of recovery. Give and you shall receive. The best thing I can do for my brain is to find a person in greater pain than myself and to offer him my hand.

If He takes it, I’m inspired to stand strong, so I can pull him out of his funk. And in that process, I am often pulled out of mine.

16/06/2017

** A & D **

THE WHYS OF EXISTENCE (2)
(Be sure you've read (1) below)

Do you sometimes wish you could be more organized? More productive? Do you wish you were more honest or kind? Do you want to be more attractive? Do you crave better health?

Are there just some parts of yourself you hate and want to change? Recently I realized that becoming the person you really want to be is totally possible and in fact simple. I didn’t say easy, but the steps are actually quite simple to understand. I believe that if you follow these steps you really can become the person you truly want to be.

GET CLARITY

First, you have to identify what you want. Simply identifying what you don’t want isn’t enough. You don’t want to say, “I hate that I’m always late.” Instead you’ll want to say, “My ideal self is punctual.” Who is your ideal self? Ignoring who you are right now, just make a list of the qualities, character traits, and attributes of your ideal self.

It’s not about what you think you can attain, it’s about what you want to attain. Here’s an example list which is obviously not exhaustive:
Honest
Compassionate
Attractive
Healthy
Courageous
Punctual
Cheerful
Courteous
Professional

Read this list of values to help you determine your ideal traits.
You can’t reach your ideal if you don’t know what you’re reaching for. So make your list as exhaustive as you need to in order to feel like if you were all the things on your list you’d be really happy with yourself.

TAKE AN INVENTORY
Now look at your list and put a check mark next to all the attributes you have already. If you’re already honest and compassionate, check them off your list. Whatever attributes are left are the ones where you’re currently challenged. Those are the ones you’re going to work on attaining.

ADOPT NEW HABITS

Pick one or two attributes on your list and start working on them. If you want to be more punctual, for example, start giving yourself an extra 15 minutes to get where you need to go. Even if you’re early, it’s better than being late. If you want to be healthy and you don’t currently have good health, begin adopting a few habits that will lead you to greater health.

For example if you don’t currently exercise, start walking 5 minutes a day, and gradually ramp it up to 10 then 20 and then 30. When you’re able, increase your exercise and continue to challenge yourself in this area. Work on your diet too until you’ve achieved the state of health you desire.

I don’t suggest working on more than 2 or 3 attributes at the same time because that involves a lot of change and you don’t want to get discouraged. Instead, plug away steadily on a few at a time.
Be very conscious of the attributes you’re working on. It helps to tell others what you’re working on so they can help reinforce your changes. If you’ve decided to quit smoking you may need to tell the other smokers in your life what you’re doing so they can support you.

DELETE ATTRIBUTES AND QUALITIES THAT NO LONGER SERVE YOU.

While you’re adding qualities and characteristics of the ideal you, start deleting the old attributes that no longer serve you. Does your ideal self drink coffee? Does your ideal self hang up on her mother when she argues with her? Does your ideal self ignore homeless people? Does your ideal self start his day with Junks? Drop any habits that are not going to be part of your new package.

Dropping an old habit is not the same thing as adopting a new attribute.

REPEAT UNTIL YOU REACH YOUR GOAL

After you’ve instilled a new character trait or attribute, check it off your list and pick another one to work on. Pick an attribute you want to delete and work on deleting it. Keep working on your list until you are exactly the kind of person you want to be and you no longer have habits or character traits you don’t want.

It really is that simple. Out with the old, in with the new. One day you’ll wake up and realize you’re exactly the way you want to be. It will feel awesome! You’ll be totally congruent with yourself.

It’s like being in vibrational harmony with yourself. It may take years, but it’s definitely worth the effort.

Thanks for taking out time to read!

16/06/2017

** A & D **

THE WHYS OF EXISTENCE (1)

If I were to ask you who you really are, what would you say?
No, it’s not a trick question and I am not asking for your name, your business, marital status, or life history. Those things may be a reflection of who you are, but they are not who you are as a person.

In other words, who are you beyond the roles you play and behind the stories you tell about you as a mother, employee, friend, etc.?
If you don’t have a ready answer you are not alone. Many people struggle in earnest to define their true “self” and some will spend a lifetime trying to figure out who that person is walking around in their body, doing their job, making their decisions and from time-to-time royally screwing with their life.

Life isn’t about finding yourself. It’s about creating yourself. ~George Bernard Shaw

TIME TO REFRAME THE QUESTION

Believe it or not, you have everything you need to gain clarity about who you are IF you’re willing to do the work to become more self-aware.

The first step is to reframe the question from “Who am I?” to “Who do I think I am?” because the answers you’ve been looking for can be found in your internal stories.
The stories you tell to yourself about who you are, where you’ve been, and where you’re going.

For example, what if you believe that your past defines who you are as a person; that people are born a certain way and can’t change? What if you believe you are either born confident (optimistic, courageous, flexible, etc.) or not?

What if you believe that only those who are lucky can lead successful lives or that you have no choice but to accept your circumstances and shouldn’t even hope for more?

Do you see the limitations these beliefs would impose on the quality of your life? And yet, many people live their lives based on these beliefs either by intention or default.

In fact, your belief system is so integral to your ability to grow and change for the better that you could create the most inspiring vision to improve your life, back it up with a solid plan to accomplish your goal, but if you don’t really believe in your ability to change, you’ve sabotaged yourself before you even start.

Our beliefs are like unquestioned commands, telling us how things are, what’s possible and impossible and what we can and cannot do. They shape every action, every thought and every feeling that we experience. As a result, changing our belief system is central to making any real and lasting change in our lives. ~Anthony Robbins

MANAGING YOUR BELIEFS TOWARDS CHANGE
While it can be challenging to pinpoint some of our internal beliefs, it’s relatively easy to determine if your belief system leans toward a “fixed” or “growth” mindset if you will invest some time thinking about past experiences with change – unexpected as well as intentional.

How have you managed unexpected change in the past?
Were you able to easily adapt or did you get stalled by feelings of negativity and helplessness before you could begin moving forward again?

How open are you to trying new experiences? When was the last time you tried something for the first time?

How hard is it for you to break an unwanted habit – or establish a new one?

Do you regularly set goals? How often do you follow your goals through to successful completion?

How do you define failure?

TO BE CONTINUED...

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