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The power to heal

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“Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to… Continue reading

When life imitates art

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Viewers were unaware that Sally Whittaker was diagnosed with breast cancer at the same time as her soap character I was really quite shocked to read that the actress Sally Whittaker, who plays the… Continue reading

Meat Free Monday

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I do admire Jamie Oliver for his passion in empowering everyone to learn how to cook easy meals for themselves. He is, by all accounts, taking the US by storm and aiming to… Continue reading

When affirmations don’t work

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  I admit to having somewhat ambivalent feelings towards the positive self talk brigade. While I  can see the benefits of maintaining a positive attitude in life, I also see how for many  it can quickly turn… Continue reading

Smile Saturday

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Poetry Friday

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I heard this poem recited for the first time this week, and instantly fell in love with it, particularly the celebratory tone of the second stanza. I dedicate it especially to those of… Continue reading

Creating a daily healing ritual

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I came across this tip for restoring balance in your day and thought it was such a beautifully simple ritual, worth sharing with everyone. Even taking just five or ten minutes to do… Continue reading

Can turmeric help to prevent cancer?

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Can this Indian spice help to prevent cancer? As regular readers know, I am careful not to promote any claims that certain products can prevent or cure cancer. I have come to believe… Continue reading

Laughter as good as a jog in the park

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Laughter can do as much good for your body as a jog around the park, scientists in California have claimed. Doctors describe “mirthful laughter” as “internal jogging” because it can lower blood pressure, reduce… Continue reading

Meat Free Monday

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I am a big fan of couscous for its convenience – the quick-cook couscous just involves soaking or simmering the couscous in boiling water for about ten minutes to rehydrate it.   Couscous is… Continue reading