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PRACTICING SPIRITUAL OPTIMISM
TOP TRAITS OF THE EMOTIONALLY IMMATURE PEOPLE
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SURPRISING BENEFITS OF MANDALAS FOR CHILDREN
HOW TO DEAL WITH THE VOICE OF THE INNER CRITIC
WHEN A BLESSING BECOMES RADICAL SELF-LOVE
DISCOVERING THE SPACE KINGDOM OF ASGARDIA
HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF FROM ENERGY VAMPIRES
KRISTIN GRAYCE The Ketogenic Cure MCGARY
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The Ketogenic Cure: Interview with Kristin Grayce McGary OMTIMES: Who is Kristin Grayce McGary and what does she do? Kristin Grayce McGary: I’m a holistic healthcare practitioner but better known as a health and lifestyle alchemist. I am passionate about empowering people to heal on all levels. I’m a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist,
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certified in functional medicine, advanced craniosacral therapy, somatoemotional release, neural and perineural therapy, and homeopathy and so much more. I offer patients the opportunity to see and understand what’s happening inside their bodies through functional blood chemistry analysis, so they can become informed consumers of their healthcare. I bridge the gap between the Western medical model, Asian medicine, Functional healthcare and the mind, body, spirit connection so that lasting transformation occurs. I am called to participate in the alleviation of suffering on our planet through sharing my skills and gifts. OMTIMES: You are renowned for helping people who are suffering from troublesome symptoms—and longterm debilitating health conditions—find relief and live a vibrant life. Please tell us about that. Kristin Grayce McGary: I help people identify the
causes, get to the root of symptoms and imbalances that few others can find. I help them transform those symptoms into vitality and freedom. I do this by individualizing each session and honoring the wholeness of each person. I help them shine a light on their unconscious patterns of imbalances, strategies of protection, and self-sabotage to release the blocks to lasting vibrant health. I educate and empower patients with their nutrition and lifestyle choices, so they can truly thrive. I uniquely combine dozens of healing tools that I’ve mastered over the last 21 years, to peel off the layers of illness and dysfunction so their beautiful light can shine brightly. I guide people on a unique journey of self-discovery and lasting transformation, so they can fulfill their purpose and passion on the planet. OMTIMES: What is Functional Blood Chemistry Analysis and how do you use it in your work?
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Awakening Our Hidden Natures
We are advanced entities already and can realize our higher natures while performing the simple ordinary tasks our daily routines require. We need not spend time meditating for long hours, we can Omtimes.com
accomplish the same result at work, at home, anywhere, when we learn to discipline ourselves. Results, although perhaps many years ahead, will come. We do not need to set apart meditation time to make an effort to awaken in the present moment. We in the modern world are advanced souls, and we need only reawaken our hidden higher natures. Ancient Buddhist and other methods of meditation can be helpful, yet those of us having an elementary inherent understanding of our nature and purpose can forge ahead, using logical methods for the task. Known as “the no method, method” by Buddhists, a discipline Mahayana Buddhists call “silent illumination” is a perfectly natural way of exploring the nature of reality in everyday life. We essentially use no method, we just go about in our daily routines focusing the mind on the whole of
what is before us via all of the five physical senses that we see, hear and feel at any given moment: sight, sound, touch, smell, taste. We do not judge, we perceive without discrimination. Objects are not as the world defines, they are as the mind perceives, all notions of the labels placed on them dropped. A rose is not a rose, nor is it red. It is beyond description, something of which has qualities: shape, color, smell, all these things, yet not red or pink or white. The rose is not a rose at all, it merely exists in the form we perceive it and is beyond color. We experience what we call color, but we do not consider it as “color.” Rose, grass, sky, all, are things we perceive, none has an identity, all are attributes mind experiences.
Learning to Awaken Using Everyday Life We can begin with this way of perception when we are alone without having any
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Practicing Spiritual Optimism By Judi Lynch
The Earth needs our Spiritual Optimism now to create the energy to heal it. If we know right and wrong in our humanity, if it is possible to become part of the human mind to inherit not to hurt
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another living being, then let that optimism be our goal. Have you ever known someone who, no matter what you say, continues to respond negatively to your suggestions after asking you for advice? Even if it appears they are destined to complain for a lifetime, remember that your words may just take more time to sink in. You might hear later, “I thought about what you said.� Also, there is more than just one answer to a life challenge, and the solution depends on the person along with the unique circumstances they are facing. We as humans operate on different levels of understanding. It’s not a judgment of good or better but of vibration, soul level, and maturity. We are on this Earth in a giant classroom filled with every ridiculous mixture of blood, bones, and
consciousness through zillions of lifetimes spinning along in our own little universe. How do we stay optimistic when there is a divide, unrest, and hatred all around us? Energy is something we can take responsibility for. Optimism creates an energy of hope and manifestation. If we want to manifest success and true ability to assist others in raising their vibration, it is imperative that we learn to control our energy fields. If we are still bitter, unforgiving, judgmental or seeking revenge, we will create a very shaky ground in which to walk our talk of living in loving spirit. If we could only look at someone and see the beauty of their face. The trueness of their heart through their soulful eyes, reading their words of pain and cry in empathy for what
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When a Blessing Becomes Radical Self-Love
What if there was more to a blessing that we thought? Here is a look at what is deeper within the blessing that can raise our vibration to a whole new level.
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What we find valuable, whether it be love, friendship, gratitude for our job, even a favorite coffee shop that we pass when going for a walk, is a gift. It feels good. In fact, it feels great, because it gave us a moment of feeling blessed. Think about it, that friend that is always ready to be optimistic and supportive. The same one that we can’t wait to connect with. That’s a blessing that feels fantastic! Imagine a pet that gives unconditional love. There could be a moment that we connect with our pet and everything around us stops, and for a fleeting moment, there is only the two of us. When we tap into that moment, it expands our heart space to allow tremendous gratitude to exist. With all that love we feel compelled to share it. We might take a photo of us hugging our pet and post it on social media. Because we want to share
how good we felt at that moment, and how incredible it feels to recognize the genuine love that our pet is providing. With that greatness, we need to recognize that on the other side is that we stepped up. Everything is about giving and taking, that’s how feeling works. What comes toward us is coming because we are open to it. It is connecting because we allow it to. If we want to own the blessing that the moment shared and not overlook what it is giving us, then we have to be willing to see the whole picture. What role did we play in that blessing? There is a tremendous amount of greatness that doesn’t appear to us on the surface. Take a moment and think about it. Our pet came to us at that
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7 Surprising Benefits of Mandalas for Children By Humanity Healing
There is a relationship between coloring mandalas in childhood and the ability to solve certain situations or learn better in school. These drawings also serve to express emotions and live in harmony, regardless of age.
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They say that mandalas allow us to achieve emotional balance, bring us peace and calm and push away stress. Even though the coloring is childish, the fact is that many of our problems would end if we borrowed the pencils from our children. Mandalas and the Ancestral Traditions More and more children attend medical and psychological offices because of their hyperactivity. They can not stay still for a second, they have to do something else if they do not get bored or start misbehaving. An excellent way to quiet them is by giving them a paper and a pencil to draw. Based on this secret, schools are beginning to offer mandalas to children. What are mandalas? Mandalas are a set of geometric shapes that represent the characteristics of what surrounds us. They have their origin in India and the word means “circle.� There are a well-defined center and symmetrical designs in the surroundings to form a unique piece. Mandalas relate to the art of meditation and Hindu wisdom.
Surely you have seen them in some decoration shop or some clothing store. They usually have many colors and shapes can be somewhat hypnotic. The Benefits of Coloring Mandalas for Kids There are many ways our emotions can be externalized. Little ones also need to express what they feel in some way. Some choose to cry, others go from here to there, and others rely on art to demonstrate their feelings. To achieve a state of harmony with oneself and with those around us, mandalas are an excellent choice, regardless of age. What changes in children? That they are usually more familiar with the drawings and the painting and see these schemes as something beautiful to be distracted with. The coloring of mandalas early is related to better development in three fields: emotional, cognitive and behavioral. The stimuli that the little one receives in doing this activity are varied, and are all beneficial to their growth! The most important advantages are: Omtimes.com
6 Top Traits of The Emotionally Immature People By Ascending hearts
What characterizes the emotionally immature people? The issues of maturity and immaturity are raised with them many myths. People do not admit to being labeled or analyzed by only one aspect. Each of us is a chalice in which different forms of
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consciousness are mixed: we are ignorant and wise, children and old, mature and immature. We are a mixture, although depending on the moment some characteristics stand out more than others. Emotional immaturity can be defined as a condition where people have not renounced their childhood desires or fantasies, and consequently, their behaviors. They still believe that the people and the world revolve around them and is there to satisfy their wishes and whims, or that reality must conform to what they desire. Likewise, emotional maturity can be defined as a state of strength and temperance that leads us to realistic and balanced behaviors. “Maturity begins to manifest when we feel that we care more about others than about ourselves.” – Albert Einstein More than an abstract definition, maturity or immaturity is shown through
characteristics of behavior. Here are five traits that are characteristic of emotionally immature people. Traits of emotionally immature people 1. They Self-centered people To realize that the world does not revolve around you is a big step in the process of maturity. The baby does not know that. So he asks to feed at 2 in the morning and does not care if it affects his parents’ sleep. As you grow older, you learn to recognize that you can not always get everything you want, that other people and your world also have their needs. Ripening involves getting out of the prison of oneself and losing the illusion that surrounds the life of a baby: just ask for a need or desire to be satisfied. While we are gradually losing this fantasy, we are also becoming aware of a beautiful possibility: the adventure of exploring the universe of others. If all goes
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Stop Comparing Yourselves to Images We See Online By Maria Sirota, MD.
People are posting a lot of photos of themselves doing amazing things with amazing people. Once people are out of doors, it’s natural for people to want to be more visible, and for some of them, to want to one-up the other people who are posting photos online.
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Whether they choose Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter or all of the above, many of these individuals have become social media stars. For those of us with relatively ordinary lives, it’s easy to feel like we fall short in comparison. It’s almost an automatic reflex to compare ourselves to those people online who we think are living more exciting lives than we are. We see them doing these seemingly fabulous activities and going to these seemingly fantastic places, and we think, “Why am I not doing that? Why can’t I have that lifestyle?” The people posting their photos online look great all the time. They never have a bad hair day or a wardrobe malfunction. Their clothes and makeup are always perfect; their activities seem incredibly fun and exciting; they’re surrounded by beautiful, fascinatinglooking people. We regular
folk feel inadequate in comparison. But should we be comparing ourselves to the pictures we see online? For many of us, it’s almost impossible not to do so. But when we do compare ourselves, we feel like we could never measure up. It’s demoralizing, as we’re convinced that we’ll never be as attractive, as welldressed or as popular as these people appear to be. We’re certain that we’ll never be at the right place at the right time like these internet stars always are. But there’s something we need to remember about online images. Their only purpose is to present their subject in the best possible light. These people are posting deliberately manipulated images to show us a version of themselves that’s at best, highly exaggerated and at worst, utterly artificial.
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3 Steps to Protect Yourself From Energy Vampires
Feeling drained around certain people? Life is filled with the ebb and flow of energy, though sometimes we find people who “take� energy from other people.
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These “energy” vampires exist in all walks of life. Learn how to identify these situations, how to protect one’s self and the next steps. Whether at work or living life, it is challenging to avoid “energy” vampires. They are present in all aspects of life and live off of pulling energy from other people. Some of the symptoms include feeling drained or exhausted after talking or being around someone, negative feeling towards a person, and possibly an uneasiness or “creepy” feeling when touched. It is important to listen to these inner cues and break the energy drain. There are a few techniques that can disconnect the energy drain or avoid it.
1. Identifying the Situation This entails honoring the inner voice or gut feeling about another person. We intuitively know when others
are not as they appear. The energy vampire doesn’t have any distinguishing markings. They have specific behaviors. These are people that feel the need to “live” through others, are unhappy with themselves, or pray upon others. They come in a multitude of faces. It could be a parent, friend, spouse, or stranger. Most of the time, it is an unconscious action on the other person’s part to “survive.” There are those who are calculating, and intentionally pull the energy from others.
2. Protecting One’s Self The first step in to recognize the situation. Then, the innate desire to change the situation. The change starts from within one’s self. Often times, it’s simple like telling someone not to touch. It is okay to take care of one’s self and limit touching by other people. We need to listen to our own comfort zones.
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Assertive Qualities to Cultivate to Build Healthy Relationships By OMTimes
Assertive people are not just born naturally, but they are developed. Of course, there are conditions in which the development of certain virtues or abilities is facilitated, but
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ultimately, we all must work to achieve more precise and constructive ways of being. Assertiveness could be defined as the ability to relate to others in a sincere and uplifting way, thus constituting a bridge to interpersonal trust. We can also say it it is an attitude towards oneself and others that leads to maintaining the balance between rights and duties, while at the same time taking care of mutual respect, dignity, and integrity. It is much easier to theorize than to put into practice. Assertive people are the fruit of different processes and efforts that come together to achieve attitudinal balance. Finally, all this is part of this long path that leads us to learn to live. It is worth examining what these traits that can make us assertive and balanced human beings. “Create boundaries. Honor
your limits. Say no. Take a break. Let go. Stay grounded. Nurture your body. Love your vulnerability. And if all else fails, breathe deeply.� –Aletheia Luna, Awakened Empath: The Ultimate Guide to Emotional, Psychological and Spiritual Healing Assertive people know what respect is The word respect is defined as the ability to value and treat something or someone with consideration. Confident people develop this ability. They apply it to themselves and especially to what is external to them, be they people, ideas, works or even animals. Respect manifests itself in the first instance as a renunciation of violence. Ill-treatment is not an option under any circumstances. If there is contradiction or conflict, assertive people process it out of respect for themselves and for others.
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Discovering the Space Kingdom of Asgardia: Our hope, Our opportunity. by Helena Aramendia
Blank pages are frightening. Scary like unused canvases and most projects. And in spite of everything, or who knows, just for that reason, they are also exciting, irresistible. They are the definition of potentiality. And it is that infinite potential that makes them so attractive to many of us. This is what is happening with Asgardia. For those of you who do not know, Asgardia is a Omtimes.com
space nation. I’m not kidding. It was born in 2016 at fathered by a Russian scientist and businessman, Dr. Igor Asurbeyly, and he is not alone in the task. Some of the world most relevant lawyers specializing in space law are behind Dr. Asurbeyly in the non-profit association NGO Asgardia, which is the engine and support behind the concept of Asgardia the Space Kingdom, a concept that attracted me irresistibly from the first moment, especially because of its potential. In its year and a half of life, the nation has gone from being an idea to having not only the relevant symbols, such as anthem, flag, and coat of arms but also a constitution approved by popular vote. Currently, in April 2018, the democratic process of electing its representatives in the parliament is coming to an end, followed by the nomination of government officials. It is not bad for being a landless nation, and above all, a nation without history, without cultural, ethnic or linguistic homogeneity. Asgardia is officially a nation because to be one, it only needs a sufficient number of citizens willing to be so and the
corresponding legal instruments that regulate them. But will it ever be a country, a state? State definitions usually include the concept of territory, and Asgardia does not seek to have territory on earth. On the one hand, it is possible for Asgardia to possess an object in orbit that, due to the fact of belonging to it, becomes an Asgardian territory. I suppose that the laws that define a territory until now have not contemplated the assumption that said territory is not on our planet if it were not in orbit. From the moment that a citizen does not need to live in the territory of which he declares himself a citizen, it seems to me that we are facing the possibility of having “space” as a legal territory. Being such a new and ambitious but new concept, to speak of Asgardia is like doing the Rorschach test; everybody completes the little information that is known with their own ideas, their fears, their anger, their vision of the world, of life and of the future. Many do not dare to approach “just in case.” Of those who get attracted to it, some enter fully with the illusion of discovering a new world to explore, and others instead enter Omtimes.com
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