February 6, 2012

Choline

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Written by Brittany Russell A necessary part of human cell membranes, choline is involved in the movement of cholesterol in the body – possibly helping to keep cholesterol deposits from forming in blood vessels. Additionally, it plays a role in the production of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter required for memory, brain functions and muscle control. Neurotransmitters are chemicals that carry signals from nerve cells to other cells. A study by Central Soya scientists found that supplements … [Read more...]

Functional Training – The Kettlebell Makes A Comeback!

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Written by Christine Pinney Karkow, ACE and AFAA Certified Personal Trainer The health and fitness industry is full of new exercise equipment, gadgets and props that purport to be the end-all, be-all in fitness. While most of these “latest and greatest” products ultimately produce lackluster results, there is one new exercise product that has justifiably received a lot of attention lately, the Russian Kettlebell. Ironically, the kettlebell isn’t new at all, but rather is part of a … [Read more...]

Money Merge Account Program

Product Review by Brittany Russell The nature of our economy is to remain in constant flux, making the occasional downturn inevitable. And it is in our nature during that downturn to consider better planning, hopefully ensuring financial security. United First Financial co-founders John Washenko and Skyler Witman developed their debt-reduction system – Money Merge Account – while still running their mortgage company. With the help of an aeronautical engineer and his math skills, they … [Read more...]

Radical Forgiveness At Work

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Written by Dinny Evans As we head out the door to work each day, how often does it occur to us that we are taking our entire self with us – our private as well as our professional self?  The weekends and our off time have been packed with personal activities and chores. Sometimes those personal activities involve a sports activity, cleaning the house, going on the monthly trip to Costco and getting caught up with bill paying. The question that arises is how easy is it to flip a switch when … [Read more...]

Empowering The Feminine Spirit

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Written by Rev. Diane Hageman There is little argument that we are living in challenging times. Women have long had the traditional role of caretakers, and as we have begun to move into our own power we are facing more and more challenges. For women, it is now more important than ever that we find within ourselves all of our true beauty and power. Now is the time for women to truly empower themselves, to let go of limiting beliefs, negative thoughts and fears. Author Louise Hay states, ”when … [Read more...]

Consciousness and the Problem of the Shadow (part III)

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Jungian Dreamwork Series: Consciousness and the Problem of the Shadow (part III) Written by Andy Drymalski, EdD Just as the projection of one’s shadow (the disowned part of our personality) is a fundamental process in the psychology of people, it is an aspect of the psychology of groups of people. Like the individual, groups are organized around a certain identity and purpose. This identity is the foundation of the group’s persona. It is their understanding of who they are and of their … [Read more...]

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