Thursday, July 31, 2025

Avoiding Burn-Out


Avoiding Burn-Out

By Dr Schavi M Ali

Posted on July 31, 2025


The sensation of “Burn-Out” is beyond just being fatigued or tired or even exhausted. These feelings can often be remedied within a day or two by obtaining extensive rest and taking certain homeopathic potions and herbs and eating nourishing meals.

However, “Burn-Out” is when there is a constant feeling of hardly being able to function in daily tasks without feeling as if someone has taken a battery out of the physical vessel; thus, feeling completely energy-drained. There is no vitality, and “Prana” (“Life Force”) is depleted. Some people are also dizzy or light-headed and can also burst into tears because one of the side effects of “Burn-Out” can be depression. Even though “Burn-Out” is one of the more uncomfortable symptoms of the transformation process of cellular re-coding, it can be a rough situation to handle and still perform daily obligations.

Whether you are approaching “Bun-Out” or are already in its depleted energy field, there is a way in which to once again become vitalized and refreshed. It involves, as is the usual focus of these articles, spiritual elevation which leads to taking better care of oneself physically, emotionally, and mentally. As has been often mentioned, Mercury Retrograde is an excellent time in which to review important aspects of life,and avoiding “Burn-Out” is one of the factors to consider. First, ask yourself the following questions:

1.) On a scale of “1” to “10” with “10” being the most difficult rating, how tired do you generally feel on a daily basis? If the answer is “6”, you are approaching “Burn-Out, but if they answer is beyond “6”, you are already there. If your answer is “1” or “2”, you are generally handling your daily energy fairly well. If your answer is “3”, “4”, or “5”, you need to begin major self-nurturing before the numbers increase.

2.) Are there particular people, groups, or situations that tend to drain you when you have arrived with good energy? Perhaps this is work-related or involves community activities or family situations. This can also occur when you watch too much mainstream news that is filled with chaos and trauma.

3.) Are you too tired to prepare a nutritious meal at the end of your day, and so you just have a snack?

4.) Do you allow phone messages to just pile up because you just do not feel like listening to them or do you delete them without even listening to them?

5.) Are you too tired to freshen-up at the end of a day and just hop into bed?

6.) Even though you feel so energy-drained, do you find it difficult to easily drop off to sleep?

As already mentioned, major fatigue to the point of feeling as if you have “Burn-Out” is one of the many symptoms of the current space/time continuum when everything on our planet is significantly changing. Yet, there are ways in which to regain energy. Do the following:

1.) Take two dops at the same time under your tongue of “OLIVE”, “ELM”, and “RESCUE REMEDY”—all by Bach Flowers. As most people know who regularly read these articles, “OLIVE” is used to regain physical energy. However, “ELM” is to give you courage to make it through each day without worrying how you will handle your activities. “RESCUE REMEDY” removes stress from the nervous system. Take this potion mixture four times per day. Most people begin to feel better within a day’s time, but for some people, it may take longer. If desired, the remedies can all be placed in a 16-ounce bottle of spring water—three drops each—and then drink the water throughout the day. Prepare a new mixture each morning before you start your day. If you are experiencing any depression, you can add “GENTIAN” to your water. It is fine to take up to five Bach Flower remedies at the same time in water. Remember, the Bach Flowers are totally comprised of flowers and plants. They are not dangerous chemical drugs.

2.) Wear any one of the following gemstones or carry them and periodically hold them in the palm of one of one of your hands for several minutes each day. The vibrational frequency of these gemstones is specifically recommended to address “Burn-Out” as each engages with your auric field that surrounds your physical vessel, and their vibrations can eventually move into cellular memory and throughout your nervous system network to assist in re-framing your health: AMAZONITE, AMBER, BLUE LACE AGATE, KUNZITE, LARIMAR, LEPIDOLITE, PINK OPAL, ROSE QUARTZ, or TURQUOISE.

3.) Several times each day, take a very deep breath by inhaling for a count of “4”, then hold your breath for a count of “4”. Then exhale for a count of “4”. Hold your breath again for a count of “4”. Do this three times. At the end of the third round, say the mantra “AUM” aloud and slowly. Remember, this is known as the “Pranava” which translates as “Cosmic Sound”, and it is healing, protective, and lifts consciousness higher. It begins and ends many other mantras. Do not recite it with just a quick vocal sound. You must extend your voice so that you are saying “AUUUUUUUM”.

4.) As is usually also mentioned, wear cool colors in the blue, purple, green, and pink families of colors. You can also wear white. Hot colors like red, orange, and yellow stir-up the nervous system, and if you are already tired, these colors place your nervous system on overload. Think about how calming cooling oceans, seas, and lakes are a lovely blue and how the sky is a lovely blue when there is no cloudiness or storms. We are given peaceful, healing blue above and below. We have green plants, grass, and leaves on flowers as well as blue, purple, and pink petals. Even the reds, oranges, and yellow on flower petals somehow are not harsh. They are vitalizing. When you feel better and are re-vitalized, you can begin to wear the warmer colors as long as you still often wear the cooler colors.

5.) Wear the following mixture of flowery oils, citrus oils, Peppermint oil, and Sandalwood oil. In a one-ounce glass bottle, place one-half Sandalwood oil. Then in equal amounts, place the oils of “LEMON”, “TANGERINE”, “JASMINE”, “LAVENDER”, “ROSE”, and “PEPPERMINT”. Place a bit of the oil on your seven main chakras and on the back of your neck, your earlobes, your temples, and on the soles of your feet each day.

6.) Realize that you do not have to attend every meeting, party, or any other kind of event that you are invited to because while you are healing from or trying to avoid possibly approaching “Burn-Out”, your sensitive physical vessel, emotions, and mental capacity can be irritated, and your healing slowed-down or become unattainable in your possibly stubborn tendency to try to please everyone.

7.) Learn Yoga or Tai Chi, and do some of the postures daily. If you take walks, do not do fast-paced walking. Take slow easy walks.

8.) Drink lots of green smoothies. The chlorophyll in them will help to increase the energy in your cells. Also drink two cups of Nettles Tea daily.

9.) Eat organically. Be careful about where your food is sourced and that it has not been grown with harmful chemicals.

10.) Avoid people who are constantly pulling on your energy with various needs (money, rides, other “stuff”) that you seem to have always fulfilled for them. Realize that you have probably done too much. Does it seem as if they feel great after being around you, but you feel drained? This should be a major lesson for you.

Realize that you are not being selfish when you nurture yourself. It is actually a requirement with the continual escalation of cosmic energetics that are pressing into Earth and into humanity. You do not have to suffer from “Burn-Out”. Take charge of your welfare. Consider the following scriptural verses:

“A healthy nervous system equals a profounder life force, and this eventuates into unlimited power which then becomes the realization of ETERNAL BEING while yet in the material body” (BHAGAVAD GITA).

“They who take one step towards me, I come to them running!” (HOLY QU’RAN).

“Everything in life is comprised of ENERGY also called LIGHT” (EMERALD TABLET).

Dr Schavi M Ali

 

Tuesday, July 29, 2025

Nourishing the Spirit with High-Vibrational Foods

Nourishing the Spirit with High-Vibrational Foods

By Chrissy Harada

Posted on July 29, 2025


Boost your vibrational energy with high-vibrational foods like organic fruits, vegetables, and regeneratively raised meat for better health and spiritual well-being.

Everything in our universe is composed of molecules in constant motion that generate fields of vibrational energy. Science shows that even inanimate objects, including foods we eat, are vibrating at a molecular level. This interconnectedness between energy and matter is at the heart of what’s known as vibrational or energy medicine.

Many esteemed thinkers have long recognized the universal nature of vibration. Nikola Tesla, for example, is credited with saying, “If you want to find the secrets of the universe, think in terms of energy, frequency, and vibration.”

Your diet also significantly influences your vibrational energy. When a person who has been eating unhealthily switches to eating a nutrient-rich diet, they often feel increased vitality, improved mental clarity, and a sense of overall well-being.

The concept is also present in a number of ancient philosophies. The idea that everything in the universe is in constant motion and vibrates at different frequencies is a cornerstone belief in Hinduism and Buddhism. In these traditions, this energy is known as prana (which translates as “life force” or “vital energy”) and represents the cosmic energy that permeates everything. It is akin to the concept of chi or qi in Traditional Chinese Medicine (also called ki in Japan).

Fortunately, we can learn to raise the vibrational frequency of our bodies to improve our health. The key is getting our body in homeostasis, which means it’s able to maintain a relatively stable internal environment even when external conditions fluctuate. In this state, the body’s systems function optimally and we enjoy a holistic sense of well-being in which our physical body, emotional state, and spirit work together in harmony and our vibratory frequency is high. The disruption of homeostasis, on the other hand, can lead to various health issues and result in a lower vibrational frequency. Generally, the healthier we are physically and emotionally, the higher our vibrational energy.

Raising Our Vibration

While you may not be able to see vibrational energy, you have probably felt it. Think of when you’ve spent time hiking in a scenic forest or sitting by the ocean. If you are like most people, you’ve probably felt more content and rejuvenated. That’s a result of your vibrational energy making a positive shift. You can improve your vibrational energy with any activity that brings you joy, as well as having conversations with positive people, meditating, being with people you love, thinking positive thoughts, and listening to uplifting music.

Your diet also significantly influences your vibrational energy. When a person who has been eating unhealthily switches to eating a nutrient-rich diet, they often feel increased vitality, improved mental clarity, and a sense of overall well-being. This can be a direct result of better gut health and improved nutrition, which is closely linked to vibrational energy levels. In fact, one of the most important factors in determining our physical and emotional health is the food we eat.

Cultivating a High-Vibrational Diet

High-vibrational foods are natural, whole, and minimally processed. These include organic, fresh, and locally sourced options like fruits, vegetables, herbs, and raw nuts and seeds. Their vibrant colors often indicate high levels of antioxidants, fiber, enzymes, vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals—naturally occurring chemical compounds that offer significant health benefits.

More specific examples of foods that can raise your vibrational energy include low-sugar fruits such as berries, apples, and citrus, as well as nutrient-dense vegetables like leafy greens, carrots, sweet potatoes, and beets. Legumes, like lentils and chickpeas, are also excellent choices due to their fiber, protein, and nutrient content. Fermented foods, such as raw sauerkraut and kefir, are particularly powerful for their gut-boosting bacteria, which supports overall health.

Whole heirloom grains like buckwheat, teff, millet, barley, and sorghum are good choices because they are minimally processed and nutrient-dense. Nuts and seeds—particularly raw almonds, chia seeds, flaxseeds, and pumpkin seeds—also increase vibrational energy due to a wealth of nutrients. Superfoods like spirulina, chlorella, maca, matcha, and dandelion, along with herbs and spices such as basil, turmeric, and ginger, also deserve special mention.

Although meat generally has a lower vibrational frequency than plant-based foods, it can still be part of a high-vibrational diet if you make wise choices. Meat sourced from factory-farmed animals that experience high levels of stress, poor living conditions, and exposure to antibiotics, hormones, and processed feeds has the lowest vibrational frequency. These factors not only impact the animal’s well-being but may also lower the energetic and nutritional quality of the meat.

In contrast, regeneratively raised and organically farmed meat carries a higher vibrational frequency. Animals raised in harmony with nature—grazing on nutrient-dense pastures, basking in fresh air and sunshine, and free from synthetic chemicals—maintain a stronger life force energy. Ethical and humane farming practices promote a more sustainable food system and enhance the energetic integrity of the meat we consume.

The Food Journey

The entire food journey, from farm to table, can impact both a food’s nutrient level and its vibrational frequency, which in turn affects our health. Whenever possible, remain mindful of each step—from the way food is grown to how it is transported, processed, cooked, and ultimately consumed. As the food industry increasingly shifts away from traditional, natural principles in this process, society’s health has deteriorated, which can lead to a deeper disconnection from our spiritual health.

Consider the difference between an apple subjected to synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides that is transported across great distances, ultra-heat-treated, and processed into artificially enhanced fruit sticks versus a locally sourced, organically grown apple that was harvested just yesterday. The latter is not only more eco-friendly and more nutritious, but it also has a higher vibrational energy.

A 2024 study published in The American Journal of Medicine found that 60 to 70 percent of the food consumed in the United States is ultra-processed. Society’s high intake of ultra-processed foods has a negative impact on our collective vibrational energy. If society continues to move away from the way nature intended food to be, health issues will continue to increase.

Integrating high-vibrational foods into our diet offers a pathway to enhancing our well-being and raising our own energetic frequency. Taking this holistic approach, each meal can become an opportunity to nourish both our physical bodies as well as the spirit within us.

The Benefits of High-Vibrational Foods

People who follow a high-vibrational diet often report the following benefits:

  • Enhanced energy levels: Consuming foods that are alive with prana can increase our energy levels, making us more alert and present. This heightened state of awareness is conducive to meditation and other spiritual practices.
  • Clarity of mind: A diet rich in high-vibrational foods can lead to a clearer mind, essential for introspection, contemplation, and connecting with our higher self.
  • Emotional balance: Foods that work in harmony with our body’s natural physiological processes can help stabilize our emotions, creating a serene foundation for spiritual exploration.
  • Improved physical health: A strong and healthy body allows us to engage more fully in life’s experiences, including spiritual practices.
  • Greater mindfulness: The act of eating with intention and gratitude can transform a mundane activity into a spiritual ritual. To truly harness the spiritual benefits of high-vibrational foods, we must approach our dietary choices with mindfulness and intention. This means being present during meal preparation, infusing our food with positive thoughts, and expressing gratitude for the nourishment it provides. By doing so, we feed not only our bodies but also our souls.

Meal Ideas to Elevate Your Energy

A high-vibrational diet doesn’t need to be complicated; the quality of the ingredients is what matters the most. Focus on fresh, organic, and nutrient-dense foods that will nourish your body on a cellular level. Here are some suggestions:

BREAKFAST: Start your day with a smoothie made with fresh spinach, banana, blueberries, and a sprinkle of chia seeds and almonds. Alternatively, enjoy a bowl of coconut chia pudding (made by soaking chia seeds in coconut or almond milk with a little vanilla), layered with berries and topped with unsweetened toasted coconut and a drizzle of raw honey.

LUNCH: Have a salad of mixed greens, avocado, quinoa, olives, and fresh vegetables, dressed with lemon juice, olive oil, and fresh herbs. For something heartier, try a golden lentil soup with roasted sweet potatoes infused with turmeric, ginger, and garlic served with sprouted sourdough bread.

DINNER: Make a baked sweet potato filled with a hearty mix of black beans, corn, cilantro, and a zesty homemade salsa verde. Another option is roasted bell peppers stuffed with brown rice, zucchini, and sun-dried tomatoes topped with a balsamic glaze and served with a side of fresh arugula and pomegranate. Or grill some wild-caught salmon and serve it with roasted beets, sautéed garlic spinach, wild rice, and a zesty dressing topped with fresh dill. If you prefer meat, have grass-fed bison steak with fresh rosemary served with mashed sweet potatoes, asparagus, and broccoli drizzled with garlic-infused olive oil.

SNACKS: Slice an apple and serve with almond butter and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Enjoy a handful of dark chocolate-covered goji berries. Or have some cucumber slices topped with hummus, hemp seeds, and a squeeze of fresh lemon.

DESSERTS: Make raw chocolate bliss balls out of blended dates, raw cacao, cashews, almonds, coconut, and a touch of cinnamon. Top chia pudding with fresh berries, cacao nibs, and a drizzle of raw honey. Or try what I call “superfood nice cream”—a mixture of frozen bananas, coconut cream, and hemp seeds blended with berries, cacao, or matcha.

Chrissy Harada

Friday, July 25, 2025

A Holistic Approach To Brain Health


A Holistic Approach To Brain Health

Brain Makeover

By Martha Howard

Posted on 2025/07/25

There is no "magic pill" for your brain. It is part of a whole ecosystem that includes your body and all your surroundings—that means the artificial flavors, dyes and additives in your favorite junk food and the chemicals in the hair spray you just inhaled.

There is no “magic pill” for your brain. It is part of a whole ecosystem that includes your body and all your surroundings—that means the artificial flavors, dyes and additives in your favorite junk food and the chemicals in the hair spray you just inhaled. Your brain is only 2 percent of your bodyweight, yet consumes 20 percent of the body’s glucose. How to feed and care for it? Try these tips:

Avoid chemicals as much as possible. The more your house and office are “clean and green” the better your brain will work. Watch out for house rehab paint strippers, paints, varnishes and the fumes from new carpets and furniture. Avoid using plug-in or spray deodorizers. Use natural citrus sprays instead. (Lime Mate Mist is a good one.) Use body products that have natural ingredients instead of chemicals—a lifetime of breathing hairspray can really lower those IQ points.

Get organic foods whenever you can. If organic foods are not available, wash all foods with a good fruit and vegetable wash. Be aware of the “dirty dozen”—the list of fruits and vegetables that, if not organic, are likely to have the highest pesticide content. (They are: peaches, strawberries, apples, domestic blueberries, nectarines, cherries, imported grapes, celery, sweet bell peppers, spinach, kale and collard greens).

Drink water. Energy drinks and sports drinks with all their sugar and dyes don’t count. Dehydration actually causes brain damage. Drink at least 8 to 10 glasses a day.

Take Fish Oil Deficiency of omega-3 fatty acids has been shown to lower intellectual performance and is linked with dementia. Fish oil’s “active ingredients” are the essential fatty acids DHA and EPA—30 percent of the content of your brain is these very fatty acids. No fatty acids, no brain. It’s tough to eat enough fish to get the right amount of fatty acids, so take a good supplement. Do your best to get at least 600 milligrams of combined DHA/EPA per day.

Eat fresh fruits and vegetables. The best ones, according to the US Department of Agriculture, have the highest antioxidant value: blueberries, blackberries, cranberries, strawberries, spinach, raspberries, brussels sprouts, plums, broccoli, beets, avocados, oranges, red grapes, red bell peppers, cherries and kiwis. Five servings a day of fruits and vegetables is recommended (each serving is a half-cup).

Drink green tea. Green tea (and to a lesser extent, black tea) slows the build-up of plaque in brains from amyloid deposits and also prevents strokes. Drinking tea also helps mental alertness.

Eat eggs. Eggs are rich in choline, a fat-like B vitamin. Studies have shown that it increases memory and chases away fatigue.

Get exercise. Greater blood circulation means more oxygen to the brain and more production of mood-enhancing endorphins.

Meditate. Meditation changes brain frequency and function. The frequencies of deep meditation allow a “brain rest” you cannot get anywhere else. Meditation also enhances connection and symmetry between the right and left hemispheres of the brain.

Try the three top supplements. These are:

  • Alpha Lipoic Acid (aLa). This supplement is a powerful antioxidant and is both fat and water soluble. It can actually get into the brain easily and can pass through to all areas of the cells to “mop up” free radicals and stop their damage. A former NIH researcher, Dr. Bruce Ames did “rat maze” studies on Alpha Lipoic Acid and the next supplement in the list, Acetyl-L —Carnitine, and showed that the combination of these two caused aging rats, who had been confused in the mazes prior to taking the supplements, to make dramatic changes within a month—to be able to perform in the mazes like young rats.
  • Acetyl-L-Carnitine. This is the other half of the “A-team for the brain.” It is a primary contributor to the production of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, which is required for mental function. Double-blind clinical trials suggest acteyl-L-carnitine helps the performance of people with Alzheimer’s and delays the progression of the disease.
  • Phosphatidyl Serine. This supplement actually stimulates brain cells to make new dendrites and axons. People who take it remember more names, faces, phone numbers and written information.

If a holistic approach is a radical departure from your current lifestyle choices, pick just one or two to adopt and progress from there.

Martha Howard

ChicagoHealers.com Practitioner Martha Howard, MD is a board member of the National Institute for the Clinical Application of Behavioral Medicine and a former board member of the American Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. She is the author of The Power of Suggestion CD series, a set of hypnosis/guided imagery CDs for health and improved states of mind. Trained in traditional Chinese medicine,as well as in hypnosis, she has more than 25 years of experience practicing integrative medicine in a variety of settings, including the Public Health Service. She is the first woman physician to have had hospital privileges to practice acupuncture in the Chicago area (1985). Chicago Healers (www.chicagohealers.com) is the nation's pioneer prescreened integrative health care network, offering a comprehensive understanding of each practitioner's services, approach and philosophy. Their holistic health experts teach and advocate natural and empowered health and life choices through their practices, the media, educational events and website.

Thursday, July 17, 2025

Cortisol Detox to Reduce Your Biological Age

Cortisol Detox to Reduce Your Biological Age

By Tristan Gatto

Posted on July 17, 2025

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New research has found the real cause of accelerated aging is chronic stress. The overproduction of the stress hormone called cortisol not only leaves you feeling overwhelmed and exhausted — it actually ages you through a host of harmful effects, including inflammation, rapid weight gain, premature muscle loss, poor sleep, and more. Fortunately, you can take action to reverse these problems. In this course, celebrated age-reversal coach Tristan Gatto will guide you through the science behind cortisol, so you can learn how to detox properly and create new neural pathways in the brain to regulate your stress response. By the end of this program, you will regain your youthful glow, boost your metabolism and energy levels, reduce inflammation, and feel calmer and more in control over your life.

Control Your Cortisol Levels and Reverse the Effects of Aging

What is included in this course:

  • 11 audio and written lessons with supplemental videos to detox cortisol from your body, reduce your biological age, and reverse the damage caused by chronic stress.
  • Effective day-to-day strategies to help you improve your sleep, mental clarity, and physique.
  • Expert understanding on the science behind stress and the significant role cortisol plays in aging.
  • A mindful movement routine to promote optimal health and wellness, including a strength-training repertoire.
  • A 30-minute full-body stretch sequence to release tension and promote relaxation.
  • A 50-page comprehensive anti-inflammatory (and delicious!) recipe guide and meal plan to help balance hormones and reduce inflammation.
  • Guided breathwork exercises, a cord-cutting meditation, and mindset-shifting techniques for calming your nervous system and lowering cortisol levels.

Who should take this course:

  • Anyone dealing with symptoms of chronic stress such as poor sleep, brain fog, and low energy.
  • People who feel stuck in stress cycles and want practical, easy-to-implement solutions to break free and regain their quality of life.
  • Individuals looking to lower cortisol and improve their body’s ability to heal and regenerate.
  • Those searching for natural anti-aging techniques to slow down the biological aging process.
  • Busy professionals or caregivers who are experiencing the effects of stress and aging, such as fatigue, weight gain, skin changes, or lack of vitality.

We have more control over our biological age than we realize. Take the first step, and get your stress levels to a healthier, more balanced place. Let’s get you started today!

Tristan Gatto