January 24, 2013 Leave a Comment
HJ: I can tell you this with utmost certainty: there is no quicker way to health than the adoption of a diet of whole, organic, unrefined foods and there is no quicker way to disease and malaise than the lack thereof. The role of whole foods in health is greatly underestimated by the current medical establishment, although this is changing quite rapidly. The powers that be are aware of this fact, which is why they have fought tooth and nail over the last century to devitalize our foods into nutritionless, genetically modified matter that serves little purpose than to keep us in an addicted, chemicalized stupor.
August 21, 2012 1 Comment
There are multiple benefits of having a morning meal: a faster brain and better eating habits throughout the day.
Yes, eating a good breakfast will make you a better, more efficient thinker during the day. And it’s not just about increasing your brainpower. Eating breakfast makes you healthier. Studies prove that people who eat breakfast are skinnier and healthier then those who skip breakfast.
January 6, 2012 8 Comments
I have been wanting to do this post for a while and share what I use to do some of my writing and blog posts.
Here are my top 5 tools and instruments for writing!
Music is a Must.
1. Music
Music is an absolute must when I am writing.
I need to have something to have my mind flowing and in a positive state. This is easily achieved through putting on my Bose AE-2 headphones on full volume and tuning out of the outside world. It gives my mind a chance to go completely nuts and spit out anything that I have stored in the back of it.
The type of music doesn’t matter.
What matters is that you enjoy the music and it is putting you in a good mood. When I am in a good positive mood and writing, it doesn’t feel like I am writing, it is more a flow state of my fingers hitting the keys and words being produced in a well structured fashion.
If you don’t feel like that when you are writing, you are not writing in a state of your full potential.
Blast some music and just have at it. Don’t expect anything.
Just write.
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2. Coffee
I need some stimulation to get all of my thoughts out quick and easy.
Coffee is a big help due to the caffeine contained in coffee.
I choose coffee because I like the taste and the hot temperature tends to wake my brain up.
Caffeine releases dopamine in your brain which gives you more motivation, focus and drive.
I take a lot of other supplements as well.
For my full list read: The Ultimate Supplement Stack.
Free Your Mind.
3. Meditation
Meditating right before I write lets me explore every single angle of what I am about to write about.
It is a great feedback method and a way to formulate my thoughts before I sit down to pound them out.
I have a lot of articles written on meditation if you would like to explore the amazing practice:
Top 5 Reasons You Don’t Meditate
Top 5 Reasons You Should Meditate
The Seven Human Energy Chakras
How to Crack Your Intuitive Third-Eye Chakra
The Power of The Subconscious Mind
The Power of Positive Thinking
4. Marijuana
Marijuana: Hey at Least its Not Meth Either.
The ultimate creativity tool.
If you have any objection to pot, and you believe it is a harmful substance, you have been misinformed and lied to.
It simply isn’t.
I am not going to lie, a majority of this site and my writing was created and written while under the influence of marijuana.
I guess it makes me lazy and not want to do anything…
I even work out on pot.
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Pathetic propaganda you have been conditioned with.
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I hope you try some of my tools and ideas out and give writing a shot if you aren’t already interested in it.
It is a great way to release your thoughts, express yourself, and share what you have to say with the world.
I am going to keep doing it, and I encourage you to as well! 
January 4, 2012 8 Comments
WHAT IS A PANIC ATTACK?
Panic Attack!
A panic attack is a period of intense fear and worry that a person experiences with or with out an identified trigger that appears to come out of nowhere.
A panic attack usually does not last for more than 10 minutes.
People who have experienced a panic attack at some point in their lives have described it as the most terrifying and uncomfortable situation they have ever been in, especially if the person was having a panic attack in a public/social situation.
More times than not, panic attacks are mistaken for heart attacks and many people rush to the ER for medical attention. People usually are diagnosed with panic attacks when the doctors find absolutely nothing wrong with them. It takes a lot of time for most people to accept that what they experienced was “just” a panic attack because of how intense the feeling could be.
A panic attack can be seen as some kind of a “glitch” in our autonomic nervous system which is responsible to send a general “alarm” to our bodies to either “fight or flight” when we are in a dangerous situation. People who experience panic attacks may have an over sensitive or hyper-reactive autonomic nervous system.
TWO TYPES OF FEARS:
During a panic attack a person will experience two types of fears.
The primary fear is the initial and physical experience of pure panic; racing heart, interrupted breathing, sweating, etc.
SYMPTOMS THAT COMMONLY OCCUR DURING A PANIC ATTACK:
1.) Numbness/tingling sensations
2.) Dizziness,faintness, difficulty balancing
3.) Racing and/or Pounding heart
4.) Chest Tightness
5.) Sweating
6.) Shaking
7.) Hot Flashes
8.) Feeling unreal or as if you’re in a dream
9.) Nausea or abdominal discomfort
10.) Shortness of breath
11.) Fear of dying
12.) Fear of “losing it”
13.) Fear of losing control
14.) Intense need to flee or escape
The secondary fear are the thoughts that follow these physical sensations a person experiences during a panic attack.
THE CYCLE:
Treating individuals who experience panic attacks and a variety of different anxiety disorders, I’ve come to learn that addressing the secondary fears (thoughts) first have been extremely helpful in decreasing the intensity of the attacks. Let’s take a look at some of the very common false beliefs and thoughts that most people have during panic attacks.
“I’m going to stop breathing”
“I’m going to pass out”
“I’m going crazy”
“I’m going to embarrass myself”
“I’m going to fall”
I’m going to have a heart attack”
“I’m going to die”
These thoughts and internal dialogue will only intensify your panic attack, so cut it out!
Not so easy right?
Well here are some facts about panic attacks that may help you negate these thoughts and help you kick panic attacks in the ass.
MYTH BUSTING!
Busted!
You will NOT suffocate because of a panic attack:
When distressed, your body tends to tighten the muscles, and that includes your neck and chest muscles which reduces the extent of your respiratory function. This does not mean there is anything wrong with your lungs or breathing at all. If you are not taking in enough oxygen, your brain will utilize it’s built in mechanism to force you to take deeper breaths or gasp. Yes, the feeling of suffocating IS NOT PLEASANT, but trust that you will not actually suffocate. There are no recorded deaths of suffocation during panic attacks
You will NOT faint because of a panic attack- Due to hyperventilation, (fast,fast breathing) during a panic attack, you may feel light headed which may give off the impression that you are going to faint. NO! Your blood circulation to your brain has slightly decreased. This is far from deadly. Allow the light-headed feelings to diminish, they will with time, along with slowed breathing.
Guess what!!? During a panic attack your heart is beating a little quicker; people usually faint when their hearts slow down.
So Much Panic!
You will NOT fall during a panic attack:
Sometimes you may feel as if your legs are too weak to hold your body which triggers the thoughts “I’m going to fall”, which then leads to “I’m going to embarrass myself or get hurt”.
Adrenaline is released during a panic attack which sometimes causes dilation in blood vessels in your legs. This feeling is JUST a feeling. Your legs are not actually weaker, they are just as strong as they were before the panic attack.
You will NOT go CRAZY during a panic attack:
A common reaction to rapid breathing is the sensation of feeling “not in reality”. Again, this is JUST a sensation. If you experience a feeling of disorientation or “dream like”, tell yourself that this is just a reaction to a change in your breathing. People do not go crazy from a panic attack. Mental illnesses are complex and usually progress slowly over time. There are no recorded “psychosis” due to a panic attack.
Stay Strong!
You will NOT have a heart attack during a panic attack- A healthy and strong heart can beat 200 beats per minute for as long as several weeks without a problem! Your heart can withstand a lot more than you think it can. There is a MAJOR difference between what your heart feels like during a panic attack and during a true heart attack.
THE DIFFERENCES:
During a panic attack your heart may pound and beat more rapidly and sometimes people complain of some pain. This pain quickly subsides.
During a true heart attack, there is much more consistent pain involved and intense pressure against the chest. This pain gets worse and worse.
EKG research indicates that during a panic attack, there are no abnormalities in the heart other than rapid beating. EKG tests indicates quite a few abnormalities in the heart during a heart attack.
APPLYING IT:
Now that you have learned a little more about the realities of panic attacks, try to replace your catastrophic thoughts with your knew FACTUAL knowledge. You are not going to die from a panic attack. Yes, they are scary, traumatic, and serve as interruptions in the lives of many, but don’t give them THAT much credit.
You may tell yourself, even after learning and knowing all of this, that during your next panic attack, that this one is different. you may tell yourself, “This time it’s really a heart attack.”
Well now you will know that that is one of the most common thoughts people have during panic attacks.
A last piece of advice- Embrace the symptoms. The more you try to avoid these symptoms, such as isolating yourself, constantly seeking medical attention, avoiding walking,talking and just being during a panic attack, the more you will reinforce your false beliefs that they are dangerous. You are stronger than a panic attack. Laugh at it. Millions of people experience panic attacks.
THERE ARE NO RECORDED DEATHS DUE TO PANIC ATTACKS!
You will NOT go CRAZY during a panic attack:
A common reaction to rapid breathing is the sensation of feeling “not in reality”.
Again, this is JUST a sensation. If you experience a feeling of disorientation or “dream like”, tell yourself that this is just a reaction to a change in your breathing. People do not go crazy from a panic attack. Mental illnesses are complex and usually progress slowly over time. There are no recorded “psychosis cases” due to a panic attack.
You will NOT have a heart attack during a panic attack- A healthy and strong heart can beat 200 beats per minute for as long as several weeks without a problem! Your heart can withstand a lot more than you think it can. There is a MAJOR difference between what your heart feels like during a panic attack and during a true heart attack.
ATHLETES WOULD BE DROPPING DEAD:
If our hearts could not sustain some rapid beating once in a while, don’t you think athletes would be dropping to the floor left and right?
You may tell yourself, even after learning and knowing all of this, that during your next panic attack, that this one is different. you may tell yourself, “This time it’s really a heart attack”. Well now you will know that that is one of the most common thoughts people have during panic attacks.
A last piece of advice- Embrace the symptoms. The more you try to avoid these symptoms, such as isolating yourself, constantly seeking medical attention, avoiding walking,talking and just being during a panic attack, the more you will reinforce your false beliefs that they are dangerous. You are stronger than a panic attack. Laugh at it. Millions of people experience panic attacks every day.
No One Dies From Panic Attacks!
THERE ARE NO RECORDED DEATHS DUE TO PANIC ATTACKS.
January 3, 2012 9 Comments
The USA is built on hypocrisy.
Only in America could a government preach about “sustainability” and “green jobs” and yet outlaw the growth of one of the most beneficial species of plants in the known world. Simply put, too many industries would be affected by the legalization of hemp.
Hemp contains less than 1 percent of the active ingredient in marijuana, THC.
See the chart below for just a few uses.
Need I point out that hemp is a hardy plant, able to be grown in almost any climate/soil combination, requires virtually no pesticides, and actually IMPROVES the soil quality where it is grown?
That the fibers from it are stronger than any other plant, especially cotton?
That wallboard and other construction materials made from hemp are less costly and more durable than wood and/or artificial materials?
That the retail market for hemp is in the millions of dollars annually in the USA, but we are forced to IMPORT it from other countries?
I could literally continue forever, yet instead, I will post a well-done video.
Now, on to marijuana.
Marijuana has been used for over 4000 years, and not one death has ever been attributed to it.
It has a myriad of possible medical uses, yet still remains illegal under federal law. Even more repugnant is the fact that various states, most notably California, have legalized marijuana for medical purposes, but the systems put into place to deliver medicine to patients actually come under ARMED RAIDS by jackbooted federal thugs.
Why, who would want to keep people from getting natural medicine which carries zero percent of physical addiction and almost no lasting side effects?
They don’t want anyone getting better without getting their cut.
So instead of being able to eat a brownie or smoke a vaporizer (each of which cuts the only harmful effect of marijuana, the smoking, out of the equation), it is the US government’s assertion that if you have pain, you have to take a prescription. It will probably be an opioid, which in addition to being extremely addictive, also carries a laundry list of side effects, including liver damage.
Moving on to the mental health arena, anti-depressants were an 11 BILLION dollar market in just the US in 2010!
These drugs also have a VERY long list of unpleasant side effects.
And to think of all the afflictions that doctors can’t even experiment with marijuana on, including an issue near and dear to my heart: Autism.
Marijuana has one major side effect, and it is man-made:
I hope you will share this freely, and hope if you have any questions or comments, you will either leave them in the comments section, email me (see my gravatar icon for contact info) or follow me on twitter @phdinweed.
January 2, 2012 4 Comments
This may be in the 1950′s, but doctors and Pharmaceutical Companies are doing the same thing today, just in different ways that are kept from the public.
Click here for an article explaining the different ways that they influence people on buying dangerous products, including prescription medication.
This video’s contradiction to today’s views is pretty amusing.
Enjoy.
January 1, 2012 1 Comment
…..AND WHY IS IT STILL ILLEGAL? OH YEA THAT’S RIGHT: ECONOMICS.
December 24, 2011 11 Comments
Learn The Truth About Marijuana.
Step 1. Smoke a joint.
Step 2. Look into a telescope.
Step 3. Stop giving a shit about EVERYTHING and learn to appreciate what you have.
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December 23, 2011 4 Comments
A great perspective of what the world is going to be like in a few years.
Skip ahead to 5:27, because the gentlemen introducing Kaku apparently has no idea who he is and has to look at his papers to figure out his credentials.
Pretty pathetic.
This video is a little on the long side, but if you can spare an hour to figure out how your future is going to look like, it is certainly worth it.
Enjoy!
December 22, 2011 22 Comments
We all suffer from stress in our lives.
Stress can come from anything.
It can range from near-death experiences, to a death of a loved one, or just common everyday living.
I AM SO STRESSED OUT!
Stress can sometimes be a good thing.
Stress can help you focus on meeting deadlines for school or work. However, most of the time stress is seen as a negative and rightfully so.
Technically, stress is not created by external events.
Stress is OUR RESPONSE to external events in our everyday life. When we feel overwhelmed, and feel that we can not cope with what is happening, we feel anxiety which is equivalent to stress.
Physical Effects From Stress:
Our physical approach to stress is a double edged sword.
When our bodies try to cope with stress, it converts energy it has to help you deal with the situation at hand. Because of this effect, our immune systems are compromised, making it much easier to get sick from common colds and the flu.
For people who have heart problems, stress will only increase your chances of heart disease.
Stress from job situations (or lack thereof) can result in insomnia.
Psychological Effects From Stress:
Chronic stress and a lack of coping resources available or used by an individual can often lead to the development of psychological issues such as depression or anxiety.
Depression and anxiety are psychological symptoms from stress.
My Advice to Deal with Stress:
Talking – This is the BEST way to relive stress.
I know it is not easy, and it sometimes can be tough to find someone that truly cares about hearing what is going on with you, but you owe it to yourself to at least reach out to people who care about you.
Exercise – If you can not reach out, exercise instead.
Sometimes, I don’t feel like talking to anyone.
If that is the case, I will go exercise.
Exercise helps me get rid of my physical stress.
Activities such as running, lifting weights, and playing sports have been GREAT stress relievers for me.
Music – Put on your headphones and just zone out.
Eliminate Stress!
Sometimes closing your eyes and just letting go of any attachment you may feel can be just as rewarding.
Meditation is a great way to relieve stress.
By meditating, you can clear your mind of all your worries and problems and tune into a more positive state.
Thinking positive means not thinking stressful thoughts and in turn, not experiencing stressful emotions and feelings.
Here are the top 5 reasons why you probably don’t meditate yet.
Stress is very dangerous and I’ve seen it take it’s toll on people.
It is crucial for the betterment of your life to find ways to manage or eliminate stress.
You owe it to yourself.
You have one life to live.
Why live it in such a stressful and negative way?
That is not fair to you and the people around you.
Have fun with life, it is only temporary!
December 22, 2011 2 Comments
Healing Cannabis Salve
1. Measure 2 cups of coconut oil (all 16 ounces) and pour into your first saucepan, Turn the heat on very low and let it melt down. (Alternatively, you can melt the oil in the microwave first, and then pour into your pan)
2. Preheat your oven to 200 degrees
3. Grind up your marijuana (The marijuana doesn’t need to be ground down to a powder, a rough chop, or few spins in a food processor will do. You will have to strain this later.)
4. Measure out 2 cups of your ground up marijuana and pour them into a pyrex baking dish and bake in the oven for 10 minutes. (you want the bud to be crispy, not burnt)
5. Remove from oven and pour the marijuana contents of the pyrex dish into the saucepan that contains the melted coconut oil.
6. Allow this mixture to simmer for 1-2 hours, the longer the time the better the results. Make sure to stir the mixture every ten minutes or so, and DO NOT BOIL the mixture.
7. Strain the marijuana oil mix through your cheesecloth or paper coffee filters into a large measuring cup and clean your saucepan. (If you get chunks of weed in your oil, restrain it until the oil is chunk free)
8. Now measure out 1oz of bees-wax and pour into your newly cleaned saucepan and begin melting on low.
9. Measure out 5oz (almost 2/3 cup) of the cannabis coconut oil and pour it into the saucepan containing the melted bees-wax. Continue to simmer not boil and mix well.
10. Remove it from heat once its mixed well, shouldn’t take too long, and quickly stir in the 1 tablespoon of Vitamin-E oil.
OPTIONAL STEP 10.5. If you want to add fragrant oils, or other healing oils, now is the time, make sure to quickly stir them in along with the Vitamin-E oil.
11. Pour Your liquid cannabis salve into your storage container or containers and allow the mixture to cool and harden completely. You can place it in the refrigerator, but don’t freeze it.
Whether your skin is in need of a boost of moisture, or you suffer from chronic muscle and joint pain, or you want to try it as a home remedy for other skin problems, this salve has you covered.
Once it’s hardened, you just rub it onto the afflicted area. You’ll notice an immediate relief upon using the salve. Though the effects can be felt throughout the day, it’s best to reapply every 6 hours to 8 hours if you suffer from moderate pain. Two weeks of regular daily applications is all it takes to notice a considerable difference.
December 20, 2011 9 Comments
The New Year is Coming
People are always expecting something great, colossal, or even “magical” to happen to them over a life time.
Trust me, I have seen this through first hand experiences, and I have come to the conclusion that waiting around for life to hand you something is only going to bring you major unhappiness.
With the New Year around the corner, millions of individuals are getting ready to make their New Years Resolutions. Every year people choose typical and repetitive resolutions. These include:
Over the years, all of these resolutions have developed negative connotations to them because many people fail automatically at them, or some people come so close that it makes it almost impossible to stick to.
But the reason all of these seem impossible is because the individuals who make these resolutions are expecting the New Year to stick to their goal for them. In reality, if you were to set this goal at any other point of the year, it would result in the SAME thing.
There are no magic powers that come with New Years, and in the end, it is up to YOU to reach YOUR goals. YOU have to find the willpower to achieve exactly what YOU want with YOUR new year.
One year can change a person’s life.
Whether it is spending more time with family, meeting a goal weight and becoming healthier, or even starting up a business you always dreamt of with a bunch of friends, it is all 100% possible. Having a positive mind-set can get you anywhere you want to be in life.
So how can we meet our New Years Resolution goals?
1. Do not cut your goals down to one specific line
For example,
” I want to lose 50 pounds” or ” I want to quit smoking cigarettes”.
I have found that this is the first crucial mistake that people make in setting a goal for the new year. Since a year is a very long time, you do not want to set one increment,instead you want to separate your goals. For example, ” I want to lose 2 pounds this week” or ” I want to cut smoking cigarettes down to 3 per week.”
Start Working Right Away!
This will be much more effective in achieving your goal, but not necessarily RIGHT away. PATIENCE IS A VIRTUE.
2. NO CHEATING
Cheating is a weakness that creeps up on you.
In the back of your mind your brain might be telling you, ” It’s only one cigarette” or “it’s only one cookie.”
If it really is in fact ONLY one, and it doesn’t seen like a big deal to have it, then it is not a big deal to reject it, right?
Exactly, so hold off and deal with it.
3. Make your goal PUBLIC
Lets be real, it is quite embarrassing to tell a lot of people your goal and fail at it.
Let’s be honest. Many people are hoping you fail out of human nature, but it is up to YOU to show them that you can stick to your word and that you are strong enough to change anything in your life.
In fact, once you start achieving your goal, you will see A LOT of jealousy out there just continuously hoping you fail, and it should only make you stronger and more willing to stick to your goals.
4. DO NOT make excuses
People tend to make excuses that help them cope with cheating or quitting at their goals.
” I’m way to stressed, I need a cigarette” or “I only smoke when I drink.”
Everyone uses these excuses, and they know it.
This shouldn’t help you cope with cheating, but it should make you feel mentally weak. Why even make a resolution if you plan on cheating anyway?
5. Lastly, Enjoy it!
Find the happiness in what you’re leaving behind. Stay positive and look closely at your main goal. Each week reward yourself with something you enjoy (not cheating) that will not affect your goal.
Stay strong, and realize that ultimately this is your life and YOU are changing it. And as annoying as this sounds, falling back into old habits is only hurting yourself in the end.
No one is going to meet your goal for you. You can do anything you want to do with your life.
With some willpower and common sense, anyone can reach any goal that they want to achieve.
December 14, 2011 8 Comments
For all you “paranoid” folks out there. Here’s an explanation of what that is.
Fun fact: Marijuana has killed a total of 0 people in the human race.
That’s ZERO EVER.
