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=> A note from Jay & Roshmi
=> From the Heart: by Jay Chatterjee Do You Believe in
Yourself?
=> Little Actions That Produce Big Results: The Lowly
Lime
=> Feature Article: by Roshmi Raychaudhuri
Leisure: A Renewal Strategy for Body, Mind, Soul & Spirit
=> Feedback from Visitors/ Subscribers
=> Guest Column : by Dr. J. R. Rogers
"The Exercise Component in Healing Osteoarthritis"
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A note from Jay & Roshmi
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Hello ,
Have you noticed how your insides knot up when
you are afraid? The way your palms become clammy, and the back
of the neck and shoulders tighten and freeze? These are the
physical manifestations of chakra blockages caused by fear.
Blockages in the chakras domino into falling hormonal secretions....failing
metabolic functions.....premature aging.....! There is nothing
as detrimental to our mental and physical well-being as the
very basic and primordial emotion of fear.
As with most things, health and wellness (too),
start with the mind. Our own attitudes to living, make or break
us in every aspect of our lives.
Life is all about learning! Learning to accept
yourself and others! Learning to change your very outlook if
need be! Learning about your own personality, and what makes
others tick, can help you stave off heart attacks and other
stress related diseases.
And, more importantly, it can help defeat the
causes of such diseases.
This issue is dedicated to developing a healthy
mind and a healthy perception of ourselves. The glass really
is half full (and not half empty)!
Be well and happy,
Jay & Roshmi
mailto:toyourhealthletter@yahoo.com
PS: The next issue will feature an article on
weight-loss.
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FROM THE HEART: by Jay
Chatterjee
DO YOU BELIEVE IN YOURSELF?
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As I write this in my home-office, my bookcase is to my left.
It's spilling over with reference material I use. Contained
in the restricted space are books, more books, business papers,
tapes, pamphlets, and self help information. All of this material
has been an absolute Godsend at one point or another.
These are my treasures, the things I refused to
trash as I moved from one home to another. I had no compunctions
in giving away some of the silver and the crystal, which I was
unable to fit into storage boxes. But giving up my books would
be like giving up my right arm!
Of course, these are my personal priorities! Each
of us has to find his/her own. There are no rights or wrongs
here!
The objective is to be able to IDENTIFY your priorities.
As I write this, I face the wall. It is camel
and marbled. Quite relaxing really, when and if one focuses
on it, which I rarely do.
I focus instead on 3 photo frames that adorn the
wall.
The largest one is edged with a 1" black rim and
reads "No smoking!".
It's not there as a prompt, I kicked a two pack
a day habit back in January 1981! It's there to remind me that
I CAN do what I want to, provided I want it badly enough! I
proved it to myself, when I gave up smoking. (Once I was motivated
to do so, it was EASY, believe me!)
The second frame, the smallest one, says "Just
Do It!!".
Yes, I swiped Nike's motto for myself.So often,
we are held back from acting according to our own intuitions
by other people, who deride our beliefs as weird or impractical
or foolish, or worse.
Had I given such opinions any credence, I would
never have experimented with the Tibetan Rejuvenation Technique
or discovered its amazing power to keep one healthy and youthful.
Today The Technique has become as integral a part
of my daily regimen as brushing my teeth! Would I have started
the http://www.youngagainforever.com web site if I had (always)
gone by what others said? (including my own children!)
I thank God, my karma, and my destiny that I
ignored some advice from 'well-wishers'.
The third message is in the minimalist of frames,
and reads as follows:
"It is the characteristic excellence of the
strong person,
that they can bring momentous issues to the fore
and make a decision about them.
The weak are always forced to decide
between alternatives they have not chosen themselves"
Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Each time I focus on any of the three frames,
its meaning becomes more clear. They have become my credo.
It's not that I have stronger beliefs, or more
will power. Its just that I have, to some extent, come to terms
with my fears. The fear of death, ill health, impotence, ridicule;
the fear of being considered different; the fear of failure,
of rejection, of being alone.
Having done that, the progression is to the legitimate
questions:
Does one know where one wants to go?
Is one headed in the right direction?
What's really out there at the end of the road?
And, it is equally imperative to ensure that we
take steps to bridge the gap between where we are today and
where we want to be!
Each day we need to re-evaluate our priorities.
As I have often mentioned (earlier), I have integrated
some mental and physical disciplines into my daily regimen.
A healthy mind and healthy body go together.
For a positive mental outlook under all circumstances,
I have found the Sedona Method to be very effective. For the
proper functioning of my body and my chakra system, I rely totally
on the Tibetan Technique.
And 20 minutes of meditation is also part of my daily routine.
But you must be motivated to take the first step
.....and it's all in the mind.
*** copyright. Jay Chatterjee
About The Author:
Jay Chatterjee, a Chartered Accountant and ex-Banker, lives
in Canada. Starting from a life-long interest in the effects
of natural therapies, he came across an ancient rejuvenation
system based on stimulation of the hormonal system, which information
he has put on the web.
If this subject is of interest to you, visit his web site at:
http://www.youngagainforever.com/1.html
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Have you ever tried talking
to yourself?
We can walk right up to strangers and strike up a
conversation, (especially if they are attractive).
Yet, we are shy of talking to ourselves!
Learn how to 'Release' with the Sedona System. http://www.youngagainforever.com/Lifetime_Fitness_Factors.htm
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LITTLE ACTIONS THAT PRODUCE
BIG RESULTS
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I remember, as a young lad growing up in India, watching in
fascination as this ritual was played out at the end of lunch
each afternoon.
In India, the majority of people eat their food
using their fingers. We children, however, used cutlery. A question
of taste.......
After lunch, the server would bring finger-bowls
of hot water to each of the adults, accompanied with a crescent
of lime. My grandmother would delicately wash her fingers, then
crush the lime and rub it into her fingers and around her lips,
before patting dry with a napkin.
It was only much later that it was explained to
me that the lime cut the oil from the fingers, and is also very
good for the skin.
But there's more......
Did you know that lime, other than cutting through
grease and containing vitamin C , also strengthens the fingernails
(and toenails)? And it is good for your hair too, based on the
same principle. Both nails and hair are composed mainly of keratin.
Not only that, it improves the appearance of the
hands (which are a dead give-away of age)! Dermatologists believe
that the new ingredient, poly hydroxyacid will help skin achieve
the ageless look. However, the lowly lime will help you there
naturally without the extra cost.
So, be sure to frequently smooth a little lime
on your hands, nails and hair.
It's the natural way.
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Here is a simple exercise
to strengthen your wrist.
Stretch your arms out in front & parallel to the floor
(as if reaching for something).
Bend the palm backwards from the wrist, slo-o-o-o-wly,
with fingers pointing towards you while you breath in.
Bend them forward all the way (till fingers point towards
the floor), while breathing out.
Do this slowly 10/25 times each way.
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FEATURE ARTICLE: by Roshmi
Raychaudhuri
Leisure: A Renewal Strategy for Body, Mind, Soul & Spirit
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Do you pay enough attention to your leisure?
Too much is bad; but too little even worse!!
Actually, the time spent in leisure activities
has a big role to play in ensuring that you live an active,
enjoyable, and productive life. And in doing so, you develop
all 4 planes of your existence : physical, mental, emotional
and spiritual.
Some tend to regard the human body as a machine,
while others view it as a highly complex organism. Whichever
way one looks at it, the body/ machine/ organism requires adequate
amounts of both exercise and rest to continuously maintain and
repair itself. (Even machines need time off for servicing and
repair)!
So, any time that we invest in leisurely pursuits
gives our bodies the opportunity to repair and renew. This is
the reason yoga practitioners spend
so much time in 'savasana'!
Leisure also has a role in maintaining sound mental
health. It provides a much-needed break from obsessing over
stress- building concerns (which, are part and parcel of each
of our lives) by giving our minds the chance to turn off.
More often than not, we return from leisure activities
refreshed and ready to deal with our problems in a more objective
and constructive manner.
Writing, is a pursuit I recommend strongly. Not
necessarily to get published (though that could be an additional
bonus). I have used it myself, during periods of great stress,
to purge my negative feelings.
And I can vouch for its cathartic effect.
Put down on paper EXACTLY what is troubling you.
Write about your concerns, your feelings, as they occur, without
pre-judging or assessing how it will appear to a reader. Just
record. Then read it through once, and trash it.
You may or may not get new insights into yourself.
But I can assure you that you will feel much, much, better.
On the emotional front, shared leisure activities
provide an excellent platform to bond with family and friends.
And for those of us who enjoy new experiences, travel affords
a means for us to come into contact with other cultures and
ways of life that are different.
Travel can open up blinkered eyes, attitudes
and minds, develop empathy for others and develop inter-personal
skills.
Finally, some leisure activities can lead us into
awareness of the spirit within us. The beauty and goodness of
God's Creation ( even though some may choose to attribute it
to 'The Big Bang') becomes more apparent when and if we give
ourselves the time to notice it.
Dwell upon the beauty of a sunset, the majesty
of the ocean, the grandeur of the Himalayas or the serene and
subtle pleasure of lying in a hammock in one's own back-garden!
At moments such as these one begins to understand
that God's gift of human life is a mystery to be lived, not
a problem to be solved.
There is nothing like a cruise to bring it all
together, now that they are going at such bargain prices.
Invigorating fresh sea air, changing sunset colors,
and the world brought to one dockside. Marvelous food ( even
salt-free, if one chooses); the best of shows or quiet places.
And, as for exercise, we do The Tibetan Technique wherever....!
If you want more, there is exercise whichever way you want it...
walks, aerobic classes, tennis, golf.....even swimming!
Both Jay and I LOVE travelling , and take every
opportunity that comes up to do so. When foiled by time or money,
we indulge in arm-chair travelling!
Using visualization, of course! Places you are
eager to visit can be great image and focus builders; try incorporating
them into your own visualization sessions.
Nurture the habit of looking at paintings or photographs
that affect your mood or help you to flesh out an image you
want to focus on. The classical painters imbued mood into their
paintings using light and shade while the Modernists do so with
color.
In this age of violence, accidents and terrorist
attacks, life is a gift - so relax and enjoy it!
***copyright 2002 Roshmi Raychaudhuri
About the Author:
Roshmi Raychaudhuri is co-editor of this newsletter. Natural
health therapies are an area of interest, as are writing, reading
and travelling. Her website on anti-aging (co-owned with Jay
Chatterjee) may interest you. More info at: http://www.youngagainforever.com/1.html
***** ART VIEWING TIP *****
An Art Gallery is the best place for viewing
Art.
Art that will boost your mood and stroke your senses.
But, if you just can't fit it into your schedule, it is
possible to do your viewing at home. You can even
buy prints or photographs of great art works and surround
yourself with color. Info here:
http://www.youngagainforever.com/Gifts.htm
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"Dear Jay,
I am so appreciative of your" Road Map to
the Fountain of Youth".
It is very informative. I accidentally deleted part 2 and was
wondering if you might be able to send it to me.
I am now trying to save them so I have them as a point
of reference to go back to. I really enjoyed part 3.
I have a question though. You said the water should be boiled
and filtered. How can I do that with my tap water.
How long should I boil it and how can I filter it?
Thank you for all of your wonderful information.
I am so glad I found your site and consider it a blessing.
It is so kind of you to send this valuable information to people.
whitewaves"
NB: We are printing our reply here, as it may
be of interest to some of you:
"Thanks. We're glad you found our suggestions
useful. Our tips are tried and tested , as we use them ourselves.
Re your question about the water: boil the water, as you would
for tea or coffee. Allow it to cool and pour into one of those
jugs with filters. Always keep an extra jugful of water handy.
And drink of it as much as you can.....
Jay & Roshmi"
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GUEST Column : by Dr. J.R.Rogers
The Exercise Component in
Healing Osteoarthritis
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IWhen we experience pain, it is nature's way of telling us that
something is wrong with our body. Pain comes in two different
forms: Acute pain is that which generally lasts less than 5-6
weeks. Chronic pain is the kind that seems to go on forever
and is the most typical for those suffering from osteoarthritis.
Every mammal on this earth has pain receptors
in their body. Our bodies respond to pain by releasing natural
painkillers called endorphins. The release of these 'endorphins'
is what allows us to continue with our daily lives even when
we are living in pain.
For arthritis sufferers, there is an unfortunate
cycle of inactivity that begins. Once you begin to experience
pain, you tend to limit your activity. Probably, most of us
are conditioned to feel that rest is important in overcoming
pain. As well, (and let's face facts) when you don't feel well
as a result of being in pain, you don't really feel like doing
much of anything. Let me tell you, it is absolutely the wrong
approach to handling your arthritis pain.
When the body is active, it produces the endorphins.
These natural opiates not only assist in the pain-healing process,
the exercise serves to strengthen the muscles around injured
joints. In addition, exercise usually means weight loss that
also assists in defeating osteoarthritis.
Let's talk about strengthening the muscles around
damaged joints. What happens with exercise is that the muscles
that surround an injured joint become stronger. In turn, this
both stabilizes and supports the affected area. It also serves
to continue the strengthening of bones, increase circulation,
build synovial fluid in your cartilage, and help deliver nutrients
to that damaged cartilage. Of course, exercise leads to weight
loss and where load-bearing joints are concerned, this is extremely
important in defeating the disease.
In summary, taking the initiative to exercise
is going to go a long way towards accelerating the healing process.
Besides maintaining a proper exercise routine,
to treat arthritis we recommend using liquid glucosamine formula
Syn-flex. Syn-flex has been shown to end arthritis pain, rebuild
damaged cartilage, promote healthy joints, stop inflammation,
and improve mobility.
For more information on Syn-flex, click below:
http://www.youngagainforever.com/osteoarthritis.html
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Article courtesy of The Arthritis Resource Center.
For more information visit: http://www.youngagainforever.com/Arthritis.html
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Stopping progress of your
arthritis as well as stopping
the pain should be your goal. How do you reach this goal?
Well, according to experts this is a four-step process...
& the mind has an important part to play!
1. Exercise
2. Diet
3. Mental Attitude
4. Treatment
http://www.youngagainforever.com/osteoarthritis.html
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