Division

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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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

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!

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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!

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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...