Garcinia Cambogia, Serotonin, and Depression: How Are They Related to Each Other?

Depression is a condition that affects millions of people in the world. More than a quarter of adults have been found to experience depression at some point in their lives. And, according to the World Health Organization prediction, depression will be the second leading cause of disability by 2020. This is alarming as the condition has also been found to […]

Examples of figurative language

Figurative language is the opposite of literal language. Unlike literal language, where words function strictly as defined, with figurative language the listener or reader must “figure out” the meaning intended by the speaker or writers. The four most used figurative language techniques are simile, metaphor, personification, and hyperbole. I will briefly define each one and offer ten examples. Simile: compare […]

A little-used secret of strength

Most of the trainers and strength trainers around the world use some strength strengthening exercises, the squat, the deadlift, the power clean for whole body power. These are great strength builders, but how effective are they really? And do they promise all the hype of actual strength building? I will tell you that there is a better way to develop […]

Introduction to Reiki Healing

I have been receiving / practicing Reiki for the past ten years, working my way through levels one, two, and three, finally progressing to Reiki Master in 2005. I was first introduced to Reiki during a time when I was under a great deal of stress. I was fortunate that the company I was working for at the time had […]

Golfer’s elbow, or not?

A baseball pitcher throws a fastball. After the game, you notice that your elbow hurts. He grabs an ice pack, puts it on the inside of his elbow, and walks out the door. A telephone salesperson wins an award for the most sales in his department. He gets in his car to go to his favorite restaurant to celebrate, ignoring […]