* Use Natural Boosters. The dopamine receptors harbor the endorphins. Natural boosters for dopamine are healthy passions, hobbies, enjoyable exercise, laughter, meaningful work, and reward service from helping others. Serotonin helps control our impulses. Boosters for serotonin are positive attitudes, restful sleep, bonding with others, light from a window or getting outdoors. * Reduce Your…Read more »
Patterns of Life
Did you know our brains are designed to fight against starvation? It’s true. The cave man realized he needed to seek and consume food and respond to danger in order to ensure survival. Those skills have been ignored in today’s hurried world and conveniences, yet the reality is that our brains were designed to fight against starvation and…Read more »
To Water Or Not To Water That Is The Question
Watering too much or too little can kill your plants. What’s a person to do and how do you know what is right? Most plants are best if the soil is allowed to dry out partially between watering. Vegetables and annuals should be watered at the first sign of wilting. Perennials are tougher, but if…Read more »
Think Twice Before Using That Pesticide
A recent study @ the University of Washington tested urine of 110 toddlers and found traces of common garden insecticides. This was related to the average person using insecticides in their home and yard, not related to farmers. Noted for rainfall in the Northwest, when we use pesticides that chemical washes off the plants in…Read more »
Compost Recipe
My dad always had the best compost and beautiful vegetables. He kept a wire bin with a lid on it to keep out rats and other pests from getting into it. Grass clippings, leaves, vegetable waste, dirt are the ingredients. Add some water to keep it moist and wait about 6 months to use it.…Read more »
Build Healthy Soil
Spring is the time of year in the northwest for cleanup of winter’s weeds and decayed flowers. It’s also the time to prepare your soil for your vegetable or flower garden. Is your soil sandy or clay? Perhaps it’s time to add some minerals to your soil. Sprinkle in about 1/2-1 cup of calcium and…Read more »
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Bone Up
Most people, especially in America, fail to meet the current guidelines for calcium intake; despite advertisements that promote dairy products to help build stronger bones and teeth. The lack of knowledge between calcium consumption and bone disease contributes to the high rate of fractures and disability due to osteoporosis. Inadequate calcium intake during the growth…Read more »
You Know You’ve Reached Your Breaking Point When…
your boss hands you a stack of paperwork to do on top of your pile of things to get done and you jump up and shout, “Woo-hoo!”; after he has to pitch in and help because of staff shortage.
You Know You’ve Reached Your Breaking Point When…
your grandmother complains that you need to speak clearer and you annunciate each word very slowly just to bug her.