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Healthy Living A to Z: M is for Meditation

Just as the body becomes exhausted and overloaded with activity, so does the mind. If we don’t take time to clear out some of the clutter, big problems will develop. Sleep is one way to do this. Meditation is another.

Meditation is not a one size fits all type of thing. There are many different forms of meditation practice.

Many Christians have been warned of the evils of meditation. There are a variety of forms of Christian meditation and centering prayer available. A mantra is simply used to help you focus, it does not have to be OM. I begin by surrounding myself with the white light of God’s love and protection, focus on my breath going in and out and silently repeat a favorite scripture, or “God is love, God is Joy, God is peace.” You will also get benefit from progressive relaxation exercises if that is more comfortable for you. If you want scriptures supporting meditation look up Psalm 1:2, 46:10, 91:1, I Kings 19:11-12.

Find a practice that is a good fit for you and get started. It doesn’t take long to see benefits, but can be a little overwhelming for a beginner. Seek out a teacher or meditation group for help if needed.

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Copyright 2014 R.O. Robbins

“A smile is a powerful weapon; you can even break ice with it.” — Author Unknown http://www.great-inspirational-quotes.com/smile-and-laughter-quotes.html

June Follower of the Month: Mikee Cane

This month we have a real treat, beautiful photos from Mikee Cane who blogs at http://sassymikee.wordpress.com. Please stop by and visit her.

“A good photographer must love life more than he does photography.”
– Joel Strasser

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Life begins at the end of your comfort zone. (Photo credit: symphony of love)

“I want you to consider the possibility that your arrival here on the earth at this time is no accident. Nor is it a coincidence. Nor is it happenstance or chance. You are here, now, on purpose.” – Neale Donald Walsch [Source: Part of the Change: Your Role as a Spiritual Helper.]

Be Kind…

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Source: MorgueFile.com

“It isn’t enough to talk about peace. One must believe in it. And it isn’t enough to believe in it. One must work at it.” — Eleanor Roosevelt, Voice of America broadcast (11 November 1951).

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“Today human beings are searching for answers for the simplest of questions when all they need is a little common sense.” — Loretta LaRoche [Source: Get a Life by Loretta LaRoche

Cool Smoothies for a Hot Summer: Introduction

Where we live summers are hot and humid. One of our favorite ways to stay cool is to enjoy a nice smoothie.

If you ask about the essential ingredients in a smoothie you will probably get as many answers as people you ask. These are some of those ingredients along with suggestions for substitutions if needed.

Fruit
Fruit juice is used in many smoothies. You do need liquid to make the other ingredients blend properly but may use water or almond milk if you prefer.
Milk or yogurt is used in some smoothie recipes. Try adding a banana instead if you can’t tolerate dairy.
Greens may be added for extra nutrition.
Some people add various types of protein powder. You may also use almond milk, nut butter or a Tablespoon of flaxseed meal for a protein boost if preferred.

Stay with me throughout the summer as I share a few of our favorite smoothie recipes.

What is your perfect smoothie?

This recipe is part of a summer series on smoothies. Enter “smoothies” in the search box at the top of the right column to find the others.

Rogene Robbins is the author of Frozen Fun: 25 Dairy and Dairy Free Ice Cream Recipes available in the Amazon.com Kindle Store

Thought for Today

“Writing, to me, is intellectual and spiritual life… it allows me to ponder deeply the mystery of reality.” — Raimon Panikkar [Source: http://raimon-panikkar.org/%5D