Advice from a Tree..

The 1959 Mike Wallace Ayn Rand Interview

"In an effort to publicize [Atlas Shrugged],
Ayn agreed to an interview with Mike Wallace,
on his New York television show, 'Night Beat,'
the hard-driving program that began his rise to prominence.


They liked each other immediately, and were to visit together on a
number of occasions over the following years.
'She was perfect grist for the mill of Night Beat,' Mike later said. '
She voiced provocative opinions, she was anti-establishment and
utterly unexpected, with a kind of close reasoning and a clarity that one
had to admire; it was a remarkable interview.
And the calls and letters that poured in about it shook the rafters."

Letting Go Of Expectations..

True needs are very few, but expectations are limitless..



When a person’s behaviour does not match your expectations,

you can try to change their behaviour, or you could let go of your expectations.



With one simple change of thinking, you free two people at one time.

The other person is free from having to behave in a certain way,

and you are free to love better.

Letting go is hard, but definitely worth it.



5 steps..

1. Identify faulty assumptions

2. Seek to understand

3. Observe carefully

4. Recognise the consequences

5. Ask for agreement

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Let Go Of Expectations

The one thing that shatters relationships and ruins friendships more than any other is expectations. When we say that someone is not meeting our ‘needs’, we usually mean that he is not living up to our expectations. True needs are very few, but expectations are limitless.

When a person’s behaviour does not match your expectations, you can try to change their behaviour, or you could let go of your expectations. The first is an exercise in frustration and causes untold damage to relationships. The second is also difficult, but possible and worthwhile. Learn to let go.

1. Identify faulty assumptions

For some reason, when we get close to a person, we start to demand that this person acts in a certain way. We reason that “if you loved me, you would…” This type of reasoning is based on two faulty assumptions:

a. That love can be defined in a certain way b. That the other person agrees with this definition

Neither assumption is reasonable, and once you accept that your way of thinking is not the only right way, you’ll find it easy to reject the assumption and therefore adjust or even completely drop your expectations.

2. Seek to understand

People show love in different ways, as explained by Gary Chapman in his excellent book “The Five Love Languages”: words of affirmation, acts of service, quality time, gifts, and physical touch. Someone else may speak a love language that you do not understand because your love language is different.

When you travel to another country that speaks a different language from yours, the locals may not understand what you are trying to say to them. In the same way, when someone tries to love you in their own way, it is you who may not understand. This does not mean that they are not trying. It is not their actions that you need to change, it is your understanding.

3. Observe carefully

When you stop expecting a certain behaviour from others, you free yourself to see more clearly. You will start to observe what they actually do, instead of constantly seeing the gap between what they do and what you want them to do.

For example, if you expect your child to obey your instructions quietly and he starts to question you, you may get upset because he doesn’t meet your expectation of what a ‘good boy’ is. If you drop this expectation and listen to his questions instead, you may pick up on a specific fear he has which is causing him to resist your instruction. When you see more clearly, you can respond more effectively.

4. Recognise the consequences

You would probably be upset if somebody loved you only when you behaved a certain way. Children who grow up with this kind of conditional love become insecure adults who try too hard to please. Spouses who feel they are not good enough for their partners may seek acceptance in somebody else’s arms.

Relationships are not transactions. If you’re in a relationship because of what you get out of it, it is a transaction. We all have needs that have to met, but it is futile to expect the other person to meet these needs. It is easy to let go of expectations once we accept responsibility to meet our needs ourselves, and are in a relationship not for what we can get but for who we can be.

5. Ask for agreement

If an expectation you have is important because it touches on non-negotiable values or morality, seek to convert that expectation into an agreement. Agreements are not expectations. Expectations exist in your own mind, often without the knowledge of the other person. Agreements are explicit verbal commitments by both parties on a set of acceptable and unacceptable behaviours.

Decide on what is non-negotiable to you. Highlight these to the other person and explain why it is so important. I’ve found that calm discussions work much better in this case than yelling matches. Be very specific about the behaviours you expect and ask if the other party agrees. Be prepared to return the favour. Once both have agreed, honour the groundrules.

If you cannot convert a non-negotiable expectation to an agreement, you’ll have to make a tough choice. You have to decide whether to let go of the expectation or the person. Personally I think that a flesh-and-blood person is almost always more worth holding on to than an expectation that exists only in my mind.

Let go of your expectations. I’m still working on this myself, but the few times I have managed to let go have been truly liberating. With one simple change of thinking, you free two people at one time. The other person is free from having to behave in a certain way, and you are free to love better. Letting go is hard, but definitely worth it. Read more at www.joyfuldays.com

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The 19 Healthiest Foods You’re Probably Not Eating

The 19 Healthiest Foods You’re Probably Not Eating
by Kyle Tuttle


There are a lot of very healthy foods out there, and nutritionists have been kind enough to let you know which ones to eat. After a while, though, their advice seems to all sound the same, and you start hearing the same foods over and over again. However, there are loads of foods that aren’t as popular as some, but are just as good (or even better).


Here are 19 of the best, yet lesser-known, foods that are excellent for your health:



1.Beets — Red, juicy, and irresistibly sweet, beets are reportedly among the 150 healthiest foods on Earth. The veggies used most commonly in borscht are incredibly rich in folate and betaine, which reduce your risk of developing heart disease by controlling the level of homocysteine in your blood. Beets also have high levels of iodine, bioflavonoids, and Vitamins B1, B2, and C. What’s more, the compounds that give beets their characteristic crimson color, betacyanins, may have cancer-fighting properties.

While broths and grilled beets are simply delicious to some, the best way to eat beets is raw. Heating beets usually reduces the amount of antioxidants in them, which means canned beets (which are often heated during processing) are out of the picture, too. Instead, try using fresh beets in salads and other dishes that allow you to eat them raw.



2.Cabbage — Cabbage gets a bad rap, often used in describing awkward smells and ultimately losing out to lettuce as the preferred leafy ball of goodness in most American diets. It’s a shame, though, since the vegetable is rich in sulforaphane, which enhances the production of certain enzymes that fight free radicals and help prevent cancer. In fact, research has found that sulforaphane is increases the levels of these enzymes more than all the other plant chemicals. It’s a great diet food, too, since a cup of chopped cabbage contains a paltry 22 calories.

You can pretty much enjoy cabbage as you would lettuce. It makes for great Asian-style salads, and it makes for a great sandwich topping. If all else fails, you can use it for coleslaw, but that would put its low calorie count to waste.



3.Canned Pumpkin — You might usually see this brought out when mom’s getting the Thanksgiving dinner ready, but you should ideally see it a lot more often. For one thing, it’s great diet food — not only is it low in calories, but it’s also really filling. Canned pumpkin will help you stay clean on the inside, too, thanks to its high fiber count. As if that wasn’t enough, the orange marvel is rich in Vitamin A, which bolsters your immune system.

Pumpkin is tasty on its own, but it’s heavenly when combined with spices like cinnamon or nutmeg. You can also blend it with a little sour cream for a delicious soup. If calories aren’t a problem, then you can always go with the crowd-pleasing favorite, pumpkin pie.



4.Cinnamon — Speaking of cinnamon, did you know that this good old dessert spice can actually lower your blood sugar? Researchers have found that diabetes patients who consume at least a gram of cinnamon a day (on its own, not on buns or cakes) have their blood sugar levels drop by a significant amount. That’s because the methylhydroxychalcone polymers found in the spice boost your body’s ability to metabolize sugar. This also has the extremely beneficial effect of reducing the amount of LDL cholesterol and triglycerides in your system.

As long as it’s in your spice rack, you can sprinkle cinnamon onto just about anything for and added kick. Some foods that go well with the spice are grilled lamb, coffee, oatmeal, and apples. Health food stores also often have powerful cinnamon extracts and oils you can use to get its nutritional benefits.



5.Dark Meat — Dark meat is usually passed over in favor of white meat, which has less fat. Those who prefer the thighs and drumsticks will be glad to know that dark meat only has 20 calories per ounce more than white meat. In addition to that, only one-third of the fat in dark meat is saturated fat, 86% of which doesn’t even have a significant effect on your cholesterol levels. Even better, that same percentage of saturated fat is composed of HDL cholesterol, the good kind that might actually lower your chances of developing heart disease.



6.Dried Plums — Known popularly by their more common name, “prunes”, these fruits are usually used in bathroom jokes more than in people’s diets. What most people don’t know is that dried plums are valued for more than just the amount of fiber they pack. The and neochlorogenic acids found in them fights off a free radical believe to be a major cause of cancer. They’re also quite rich in Vitamin K, and low in saturated fat, sodium, and cholesterol.

The dried fruits make for good snacking on their own. If that makes you feel too old, though, you can always try combining them with roasted or grilled meat. They can be used in cakes, too.



7.Flaxseed — What nutrients doesn’t flaxseed have? Aside from most B vitamins, magnesium, and manganese, they’re also rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which help fight against heart disease, diabetes, asthma, arthritis, and even cancer. They also contain lignans, which can help prevent breast cancer and type 2 diabetes as well. To top it all off, flaxseed is high in fiber.

The trick to getting all these benefits out of flaxseed is to grind it first. The nutrients just won’t be absorbed into the body unless it’s ground. After that, you can mix it in with your morning cereal for a really healthy breakfast.



8.Frozen Blueberries — Many people might be surprised to find frozen fruits in this list, since freezing has been known to reduce the amount of nutrients in fruits and vegetables. However, you can’t beat the fact that frozen blueberries don’t spoil and that they’re available year-round. The tiny fruits are packed with antioxidants, manganese, Vitamin K, and fiber. They’re also a good low-sodium, low-cholesterol, and low-saturated fat snack.

Before you break out the cheesecake, remember that blueberries are really tasty on their own to begin with. You can also mix them in with yogurt and cereal to add color and flavor.




9.Goji Berries — Goji berries have long been used as a medicinal food — for over 1,700 years, in fact. They have proportionally the highest antioxidant content of any fruit, bringing countless benefits to those who eat them. Interestingly enough, the sugars found in goji berries might even reduce the risk of developing diabetes.

Like most berries, goji berries are great on their own. Their sweet cherry-cranberry taste makes them a wonderful treat at any time. Fortify your breakfast by mixing them in with your cereal, oatmeal, or yogurt.



10.Guava — A lot of folks may not have heard of guavas, which are most commonly found in the tropics. The fruit contains an abundant amount of Vitamin C; the rind alone has more of the stuff than an entire orange. It’s also got more than 63% potassium than the average banana, and a great big deal of fiber. You’ll also find it a good source of folate, manganese, and Vitamin A.

The guava can be enjoyed in its entirety — everything from the rind to the seed can be eaten. The fruit has a slight tang to it, but it gets sweeter the closer you get to the center. The tricky part is finding one; you’ll have a better chance picking up a few at Latin groceries or in high-end supermarkets.



11.Hemp Seeds — While they’re usually connected with either new-age lifestyle enthusiasts and smokers of questionable substances, hemp seeds have a lot to offer the average person. For instance, they contain a high amount of omega-3 fatty acids, which pushes away the risk of heart disease. They also contain a lot of protein, in the form comparable to meat and eggs.

The seeds go great in oatmeal, or blended together with shakes for an added protein boost. They also add a great touch to stir-fries.



12.Pomegranate Juice — Pomegranate juice is very rich in Vitamins C and K, potassium, and folate. It’s also been found to help lower the blood pressure of those who drank it regularly. While it’s been very popular in the Middle East for years, the juice can now be found in groceries around the country. You can probably find a bottle in a nearby supermarket. Since the juice is packed with nutrients, a small glassful a day should be more than adequate.



13.Pumpkin Seeds — While the flesh of the pumpkin is very healthful on its own, the seeds are known to have the highest concentration of nutrients in the vegetable. The seeds contain oodles on magnesium, which is correlated with a reduced risk of early death.

The seeds are best eaten as a whole. An ounce of roasted pumpkin seeds contains roughly 150mg of magnesium, making it really easy to reach your RDA of 420mg.



14.Purslane — While it’s considered an herb internationally, most Americans classify purslane as a weed. This is most likely the reason why many people don’t even consider eating this highly-nutritious plant. Purslane contains the highest levels of omega-3 fatty acids among all fruits and vegetables. In addition to this, it has the largest amount of the antioxidant melatonin, an important antioxidant, of any edible plant.

Purslane can be eaten as a viable substitute for lettuce, and is recommended for use in the same way. Purslane salads are a favorite among the health-conscious.



15.Sardines — Sardines are more than just fish crammed into a can; they’re a fantastic source of omega-3 fatty acids, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, and zinc, among others. They’re also rich in protein, Vitamin D, and a wide range of Vitamin Bs.

While sardines are good straight out of the can, they can also make for pretty tasty ingredients in a wide variety of dishes. Pastas are a good way to start, before you start experimenting with sandwiches and salads.



16.Scallops — A lot of people might think that these juicy mollusks are high in cholesterol, but that’s usually more an effect of the dishes they’re in. In fact, they’re very low in saturated fat. They’ve got an abundance of protein, selenium, and Vitamin B12, and contain a good amount of potassium and manganese.

There is a wide variety of dishes that contain scallops, so it’s relatively easy to find the way you can best enjoy them. Pastas, soups, and seafood dishes are among the most popular ways of serving them.



17.Seaweed — Whatever variety of seaweed you enjoy, you can be sure they’re packed with nutrients. Besides being low in cholesterol, they contain a high amount of Vitamin K, calcium, iron, magnesium, and riboflavin, among others. They’re also rich in potassium, which can help normalize blood pressure.

The most well-known source of seaweed is in Japanese food, but there are other ways to grab a hold of the plant. Try looking for dried seaweed in your local supermarket to enjoy it and all its benefits at home.


18.Sweet Potatoes — This sweet, starchy crop is probably one of the healthiest vegetables you can eat. They’ve got a lot of carotenoids, potassium Vitamin C and fiber in them. They also contain good amounts of Vitamins A and B6, and manganese.

You can enjoy them as you do regular potatoes — baked, french fried, chipped, and roasted are good ways. The main difference is that their sweet flavor allows them to be served in desserts, such as in puddings or pastries.


19.Swiss Chard — This leafy green vegetable may be slightly bitter, but their health benefits make for some good eats. The carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin in Swiss chard help protect your vision by preventing damage from aging. It’s also an excellent source of Vitamins A, B6, C, E, and K. It’s also rich in calcium, magnesium, potassium and zinc, among many other nutrients.

Swiss chard, being both salty and bitter, can be a little hard to use in cooking. However, they’re actually pretty good when chopped and sautéed in olive oil. After this, they’re a perfect complement to grilled meats and seared fish.


20.Turmeric — This flavorful spice is rich in Vitamins B6 and C, magnesium, fiber, and potassium. In addition to this, it is believed that turmeric has anti-inflammatory properties, as well as cancer-fighting agents. The spice is an excellent addition to any vegetable dish, and to good old scrambled eggs as well.

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Contents

Foreword by Dr. C. Norman Shealy, M.D., Ph.D

Introduction
 

Getting Ready I

1. Discovery

2. Resonance, Life-Force, and the Principles of Quantum-Touch

Techniques II

3. Basic Techniques

4. Frequently Asked Questions

5. Intermediate Techniques

6. Advanced Techniques

Applications III

7. Altering Posture with Energy

8. Working on Back and Neck Problems

9. Working Throughout the Body

10. Self-Healing

11. Healing Animal

12. Distant Healing

Other Essentials IV

13. Emotional Healing 

14. Nutritional and Lifestyle Healing

15. Fun Stuff

Vision V

16. The Future of Energy Healing

Foreword

Two decades ago, Delores Kreiger introduced the concept of
Therapeutic Touch, which has been most widely used by nurses.
Just as there are many roads to Rome, there are certainly many
techniques for "healing." 

To me, all of these are part of a universal concept that I call
"sacred healing."

I have personally met and have been trained by Richard Gordon
in his healing modality,

Quantum-Touch. Many of my staff also were trained and we
were able to demonstrate that Quantum-Touch, even without
touching the patient (!), is capable of changing the

electroencephalogram.
Symptomatic relief was obtained in a number of our chronic
pain patients.
Rapid relief of pain and resolution of healing after surgical
removal of wisdom teeth was noted in one young lady.

Sally Hammond in her book, We are All Healers,
over 25 years ago emphasized the potential healing ability of
every human being.
Quantum-Touch appears to be the first technique that may
truly allow us all to become healers.

Sincerely,

Dr. C. Norman Shealy, M.D., PhD.

Founder,
Shealy Institute for Comprehensive Health Care
Founding President,

American Holistic Medical Association Research &
Clinical Professor of

Psychology, Forest Institute of Professional Psychology

Introduction

Quantum-Touch is a method of hands-on healing that literally
must be seen to be believed. Employing only a very light touch
on yourself or others, you can profoundly accelerate the body's
own healing response.
The effect is so immediate and extraordinary, you can actually
see bones in the body spontaneously realigning themselves
with only a light touch.

" Since the body decides where to place 
these bones, you need never worry 
about doing it right. 
Beyond structural realignment,
pain and inflammation are
quickly reduced, while organs, systems, 
and glands become balanced."

To empower yourself to use Quantum-Touch,
you simply need to learn various breathing techniques,
body awareness meditations, and hand positions.

Those who apply the principles and techniques of this book
can become highly capable practitioners in but a single day. 

This is because the ability to heal is an inherent part of people's 
essential nature. 
Just as new cars coming off the assembly line are all equipped
with a steering wheel, windows, and doors, the ability to help
heal each other is automatically built into the system.

As surely as children are endowed with the ability to walk,
learn language, laugh, cry, and love, we all have the ability
to be healing practitioners.

"Once you have learned Quantum-Touch, 
you can never forget how to do it. "

The process is very much like learning to ride a bicycle.
Before you begin, the idea of sitting upright on two skinny wheels
would probably seem quite impossible.

"When you first start to stay upright, it seems like a miracle,
but after some time, it becomes completely natural and

expected. "

When you first observe the results of using Quantum-Touch, 
the experience will often be surprising and unforgettable..

Like riding a bicycle, what had appeared miraculous will in
time become natural and even expected.

Beyond this, there is an immense joy and satisfaction in knowing
that you can assist others in their healing process.

One small note of caution:
I believe that this joy is contagious..

Deepak Chopra wrote,
"To promote the healing response, you must get past all the

grosser levels of the body —cells, tissues, organs, and systems
—and arrive at a junction between mind and matter, 
the point where consciousness actually starts to have an effect."

I believe there is such a point where consciousness and matter
intersect, that this junction exists on a quantum (subatomic) level,
and that this extraordinary connection between mind and matter
is accessible to us through our love and intent.

By harnessing the innate power of our love, we can dynamically
and positively activate the body's own healing process.

From the DNA to the bones, all cells and systems effortlessly
respond to the healing vibration of your love.

The following are some interesting things I want you to
know about Quantum-Touch:

Practitioners from each hands-on healing modality who have
studied Quantum-Touch in the United States, Canada,
and Europe have told me that it significantly increased the

power or effectiveness of their healing practice.

Chiropractors think of it as an advanced form of chiropractic.
Physical therapists think of it as a more effective form of physical

therapy.
Similarly, acupuncturists have told me that it works like an
advanced form of acupuncture.
Reiki masters call it "Reiki empowerment" or
"turbocharging the Reiki."

Quantum-Touch combines seamlessly with numerous other
techniques to enhance their effectiveness: massage, shiatsu,
jin shin do, acupressure, polarity, cranial sacral,
therapeutic touch, healing touch, and so on.

Quantum-Touch is a wonderful stand-alone therapy
for people with no previous training.

This may well be the easiest healing technique that there is to learn.
Nearly everyone can learn to do extraordinary healing work after
two days of training.
It is so easy, you can easily learn from this book.
Children can usually learn to do this work almost immediately.

Quantum-Touch will empower people to relieve a tremendous
amount of pain and suffering of friends and loved ones.
It is truly one of the essential life skills we should all

know.

On a purely selfish and personal level, I wish to live in a world
where healing is considered real, where healing is universally
practiced, and where humanity's kind and generous good nature
can be readily expressed.

For these and numerous other heartfelt desires, I invite you to
join me on a wondrous journey of discovery — the discovery of

Quantum-Touch.

"It's not important that you know everything -just the
important things."

—Miguel de Unamuno

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