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Oh my, summer is flying right by! I hope you are enjoying the warm weather and getting out for some fun and adventure. The newsletter is out a bit late this month due to all the fun I had with my family at our family reunion earlier in the month. There were more than 30 of us in two large beach houses in N. Litchfield, SC and we had a ball. We had so much fun being together that we have already made plans and reservations for our 2009 family reunion at Red Top Mountain State Park in Georgia. Our reunion was in honor of my parents, Paul and Loretta, who celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary with a rededication of their vows to one another. It was beautiful and I wouldn't have missed it for the world.
I want to thank all of you who sent a donation to support my Avon Walk for Breast Cancer. I walked 13.1 miles on Saturday and Sunday for a total marathon of 26.2 miles. It was a wonderful experience and I am looking forward to doing at least one AWBC next year - though I am not sure which location I will sign up for. I will let you know when I sign up for my 2009 event so you can send in a small donation - they all add up and do a world of good.
The Two Compassionate Hands Newsletter, like the website, is dedicated to healing the planet one person at a time. This and future issues will contain articles on physical, environmental, spiritual health, and more. We look forward to bringing you relevant information that will aid you on your path to optimal health and peace. Please let us know what would be most helpful to you and your family.
The intuitive mind is a sacred gift and the rational mind is a faithful servant. We have created a society that honors the servant and has forgotten the gift.
While it may not seem so, Fall planting of trees, shrubs, Perennials, bulbs, and cool weather grasses like Fescue is a great idea.
Roots of newly planted specimens can continue to grow and become established in temperatures as low as 40 degrees. And since the roots don't have to supply the rest of the plant with energy to grow, more energy is focused on root production. Come Springtime, because of an established root system, plants shoot out of the ground with plenty of energy for top growth.
Soil Temperature
Planting in the fall, soil temperatures are still warm from a long Summer. The warmer soil temperature encourages root growth.
In the Spring, the soil is still cool from the Winter and roots are very slow to become established. Even if you grow plants from seed indoors and transplant outside when the temperature warms, sprouts still don't have the head start of Fall planted plants
When Exactly Is Fall?
The Fall season officially begins with the equinox in late September. However, Fall weather varies considerably from one part of the country to the next. Basically, the best period for fall planting is around six weeks before the first hard frost. You can get an idea of the average first frost date near your area from here: http://www.almanac.com/garden/frostus.php. Just keep in mind that the roots need to be established before Winter sets in.
Autumn Bloomers
Fall isn't just a time to put the garden to sleep and start getting ready for Spring. The growing season isn't quite over yet. You can add color and new life to the garden by replacing dying Summer Annuals and Perennials with Autumn blooming plants like Chrysanthemums, Pansies and Ornamental Cabbage and Kale, Marigolds, and others.
It's also the time to plant spring flowering bulbs and divide Perennials.
Hiking is an outdoor sport that requires no equipment. It's one of the least expensive sports you can engage in. It's basically walking, conducted in a natural setting. Some hiking is goal-oriented, with a specific distance or destination in mind, while other hikes take the form of rambling, with no particular goal other than exercise and enjoyment.
Hiking can be a social experience. You can join hiking groups and clubs to meet people with similar interests. Many singles organizations, in fact, run hikes as a form of low-stress get-together. Other people consider hiking to be a peaceful and solitary activity. Keep in mind these different approaches to hiking when you are on the trail.
Observe hiking etiquette whenever you are on a hike. Many hikers prefer peace and quiet, so if you are in a group, avoid shouting your conversations. Many hikers also enjoy seeing wild animals, and loud conversation and loud music are sure ways to scare animals away. Remember that you are in a natural setting and behave accordingly.
Hiking etiquette requires that a group stick to the pace of the slowest hiker so that no one is left behind. The easiest way to do this is to put slow hikers up front. If you find the pace of your group too slow, just choose a different group to hike with the next time.
If you cause a low-hanging branch to brush back, it is proper hiking etiquette to hold the branch for the next person so that it will not snap into their faces. However, it is also proper etiquette to maintain enough distance between yourself and the person in front of you so that they will not have to worry about hurting you with branches.
Right-of-way on hikes is different than the rules of the road for walking and driving. People heading uphill have the right of way on a narrow trail over people going downhill. Smaller groups of hikers have the right of way over larger groups.
Stress relief can sometimes appear to be something of a holy grail - you seem to be continually bombarded by negative people, too much work, not enough play and a feeling that everything is getting on top of you.
If you are looking for a way to relieve stress, take a close look at your diet and consider how it can elevate your mood and help to manage your stress.
Certain foods are natural mood enhancers. These include:
Dairy products. Dairy is high in protein and so help to improve a physical response to stress. You can take dairy in milk or cheese and expect less physical problems due to stress as well as enjoying a lighter mood.
Fish. Fish that is rich in fatty acids, such as salmon, is good for the body as well as the mind. We all know that fish is considered "brain food," but fish that is high in Omega-3 fatty acids is a natural way to treat depression. There are studies that indicate that people who suffer from depression related to stress have low levels of Omega-3 fatty acids in their body;
Strawberries. These can help to keep your blood sugar levels stable, which can cause stress. Strawberries are a natural way to stabilize your mood and they are a lot tastier than any kind of SSRI medication;
Spinach. Folic acid is vital to good health and spinach is high in this B vitamin. Studies have also indicated that people who have low levels of folic acid are more prone to depression. Folic acid has a tendency to increase serotonin naturally, which is precisely the way that medications to treat depression work on the brain;
Turkey. This is another food that can boost the serotonin. Turkey contains an amino acid called Tryptophan which can actually make you calm. Remember how sleepy you felt after eating Thanksgiving dinner last year? That was from the Tryptophan, a natural tranquilizer;
Brazil Nuts. These contain selenium, which is another mood enhancer, however, too much of this can prove toxic for your system so eat these nuts sparingly, but include them in your diet;
Complex carbohydrates. These also contain tryptophan and, although we have been warned to "stay away from carbs" these past few years, we need complex carbs, not simple carbs. If you are watching your diet, stay away from simple carbohydrates, such as cakes, cookies and sweets, but eat complex carbs, such as sweet potatoes, that are rich in tryptophan;
Clams, Oysters, Cottage Cheese - all are high in Vitamin B12. Raw clams and oysters have been considered an aphrodisiac for a long time, but cottage cheese is also rich in this vitamin that has been known to enhance your mood and stave off stress.
If you are not getting enough of these foods in your daily diet, consider taking a multi vitamin or a supplement. If you are suffering from stress, it could be because you are deficient in vitamin B as well as Omega-3 acids.
Eating a proper diet is essential to stress relief, so why not give it a try and become a happier person?
Exercise Your Willpower Support Group Mailing List
If you need more motivation and some group support, feel free to subscribe to the Exercise Your Willpower mailing list. There is a great group of people who help motivate each other. To get more information, visit the website at: http://www.exerciseyourwillpower.com
Take control of your health and wellness with the power the knowledge of essential oils provides. This ongoing discussion group covers the basics of essential oil and wellness practices using 100% therapeutic grade essential oils. Topics of discussion will include weight loss and management, hormone balancing, emotional release, relaxation, detoxification and more.
Dates: August 26, September 30, October 28, November 25
Time: 6pm – 8pm
Location: People House - Moon Room
Cost: Donation to PH sincerely appreciated.
Make Holiday Gifts with Essential Oils
Learn to make a simple Beeswax candle with 100% therapeutic grade essential oils and Chakra essential oil misters. Take home one of each using essential oils of your choice.
Date: November 18th
Time:6pm – 8pm
Cost: $15 materials fee
Location: People House
Registration Required
Aromatherapy and Essential Oil Basics
This 5-hour class will cover the history of essential oils, purity standards of therapeutic grade essential oils, the chemistry of essential oils and essential oil constituents; chemical sensitivities and allergies; extraction methods; and smell, memory, and the olfactory system. Many 100% therapeutic grade oils will be used during the class.
Dates: September 13th
Time: 9am to 2pm
Cost: $50
Location: People House
Registration/information: Is required by September 3rd.
Wellness with Essential Oils
This 5-hour class will cover constituents of essential oils, therapeutic uses of essential oils; application; aromatherapy first aid kit; safety considerations; actions of essential oils for detoxification and oxygenation; and Dr. Mom prescriptions.
Dates: October 11th
Time: 9am to 2pm
Cost: $50
Location: People House
Registration/information: Is required by October 1st
Raindrop Therapy
This 7-hour class will cover the use of essential oils to release toxins, lessen muscle spasms, and enhance well-being. Raindrop Therapy is a hands-on treatment that consists of layering nine therapeutic grade essential oils on the feet, and on the back and spine. Lightly massaging them into the tissues allows the body system to naturally regain balance and regenerate health. It is easy to learn and safe for all ages. Raindrop Therapy is a great addition to a massage or reflexology practice. Open to all interested in aromatherapy, health care, well being and detoxification. Oils and tables provided. Each participant should bring a set of sheets, a blanket, and four (4) regular size bath towels. Classmates will pair up to share Raindrop Therapy during the afternoon session of the class.
Dates: November 1st
Time: 9am to 5pm
Cost: $125 each or $225 for 2
Location: People House
Registration/information: The class is limited to 12 individuals. Is required by October 20th.
Contact Jann for more information or to register for classes at 720-318-4053
People House, 3035 W 25th Avenue, Denver, CO 80211
This group is for individuals who want to learn more about the health benefits of incorporating 100% therapeutic grade Young Living Essential Oils into their life.
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