'Addiction by Prescription' by Joan E. Gadsby

Addiction by Prescription

To laugh is to risk appearing the fool.

To weep is to risk appearing sentimental.

To reach for another is to risk involvement.

To expose your ideas, your dreams,

before a crowd is to risk their loss.

To love is to risk not being loved in return.

To live is to risk dying.

To believe is to risk despair.

To try is to risk failure.

But risks must be taken, because the

greatest hazard in life is to risk nothing.

The people who risk nothing, do nothing,

have nothing, are nothing.

They may avoid suffering and sorrow,

but they cannot learn, feel, change,

grow, love, live.

Chained by their attitudes they are slaves;

they have forfeited their freedom.

Only a person who risks is free.

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Live Animals Being Sold as Keyrings in China

So awful...
Got this from a net recently


Live Animals Being Sold as Keyrings in China

Photo: Li Bo


Keyring ornaments are perhaps the most useless item you'll ever carry in your pocket or stuff in your purse -- but now, thanks to an increasingly popular item being sold in China, it can easily be the cruelest, too. For the price you might expect to pay for some kitschy trinket, Chinese street vendors are selling live animals, permanently sealed in a small plastic pouch where they can survive for a short while as someone's conversation piece. Apparently, these unimaginably inhumane keyrings are actually quite popular -- and worst of all, it's totally legal.

According to The Global Times, these keyring accessories containing live animals are widely available and sold publicly in subway stations and on sidewalks. Potential buyers (read as animal-abusers) have the choice between a living Brazil turtle or two small kingfish, sealed in an airtight package along with some colored water. One vendor claimed that the trapped creatures "can live for months inside there" because the water contains "nutrients," though veterinarians have already disputed this claim.
"I'll hang it in my office, it looks nice and brings good luck, " said one customer who purchased the turtle.

 As the cruel trinkets continue to gain in popularity, thankfully so to have the voices of animal rights supporters in opposition to the inhumane treatment of the animals they contain. "To put a living thing inside a sealed and confined space for profit is immoral and pure animal abuse," Qin Xiaona, director of the NGO Capital Animal Welfare Association, told the Global Times.
Even some right-thinking passersby are trying to do their part in saving the animals' lives where they can. "I bought one to free it. It looks so miserable," said one woman, unnamed by the Times.
Despite the fact that the selling of animals as keyring ornaments is a clear-cut case of animal cruelty, it is actually entirely within the law. Chinese law prohibits the sale of wild animals -- a designation which evidently does not apply to the Brazil turtles and kingfish being sold.




For the time being, in lieu of legislation which may or may not come to pass outlawing the sale of living creatures as objects of amusement, Xiaona suggests people use their better sense to squelch the trade. "If nobody buys it, the market will die," she says.
Sadly, it is likely that so too will the animals which have already been sealed in their colorful, transparent tombs -- gasping for the final breath of air they've been packaged with, as they peer out to a world in which their lives are considered essentially worthless. And in such a dark hour, it's hard not to believe our very humanity awaits a similar fate.

SOURCE:


http://www.treehugger.com/files/2011/03/live-animals-being-sold-as-keyrings-in-china.php

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About Perfume

Taken from: 

http://www.ehow.com/about_4564007_perfume.html 

Perfume is a mixture of ingredients used to alter body odor. Its popularity has grown through the years to the point that most young women will wear it at least once in their lifetime. Also, celebrities and clothing designers often add it to their brand name because of its lucrative sales. Basically, perfume is a product that has passed the test of time.

1. History of

   • The origins of perfume can be traced back almost 4,000 years. Its name derives from the Latin term "per fumum" meaning "through smoke." The inventor of perfume is unknown. Archaeologists, however, did uncover the earliest perfume factory in Pyrgos, Cyprus. It was filled with mixing bowls, funnels, distilling stills and perfume bottles.

   Evolution

   • In ancient days, perfume was not created with flowers. It was actually concocted with herbs, spices, myrtle, resin and other non-floral items. These ingredients were largely attributed to convenience and religious rituals. Yet, as time passed, perfume's function did as well and it became and item used largely to alter body odor. The Hungarians tapped into this idea and created the first modern perfume in 1370. It was made from scented oils with a floral based and a blended alcohol solution. By the 18th century, the French expanded on this idea and experimented with more aromatic plants. Then, they further popularized the use of perfume to Westerners.

   Features

   • Today, a majority of perfumes are created with essential oils and alcohol. The smells range from musk to sweetened flowers. Perfume is packaged in a variety of ways that usually involves a glass vial or bottle with a small open area or spray pump. The names of perfumes also vary and usually have to do with a marketed idea such as "Desire" or "Poison."

   Effects

   • Perfume effects people in different ways. For some individuals, it is an aphrodisiac that arouses sexuality. However, for others, it is an allergen that causes sneezing and other "negative" physical reactions. Unfortunately, most people don't know which category they fall into until they encounter it (perfume).

   Benefits

   • People who believe in aromatherapy often debate the benefits of perfume. Aromatherapy is the concept that different smells affect a person's mood. Studies do exist to support this theory. Yet, the basic benefit of perfume that everyone enjoys is the fact it can alter body odor. It allows individuals the luxury of smelling the way they want to.

Read more: About Perfume | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/about_4564007_perfume.html#ixzz1HKhOhz00

The effects of anger on our health

Anger is one of the most common emotional expressions

The effects of anger on our health

Anger is believed to be a normal emotional reflex reactions or responses:
Against any event that causes displeasure.To disappointment, frustration, stressors, failures, insults, perceived wrongs, violence, aggressions, etc.

Anger is one of the most common emotional expressions ever known to man, and every person can experience it.
While some people have superior control over anger, and therefore can express it mildly when situation calls for it; others may have little or no control over their anger and can as such explode in rages (violent fits of anger). Some people can hold anger inside without expressing it, (i.e. anger repression) for days, months and even years; others may just dissipate the feeling of anger after a brief moment.
It is important to know that anger is a powerful emotion, and it is the way we handle it that will determine its short-term or long-term health problems on us.
Before we proceed further, let us first of all examine some of the things that cause anger:
In most case, the expression or the feeling of anger are just the symptoms of unresolved physical, social and emotional problems.
Some people may have :
-    A very low self esteem.
-    Deep distrust for other people.
-    A deep feeling of disappointment, frustration, failures, unfulfilled expectations, etc. and they may express all these through an explosion of anger at the slightest provocation.

There are also some physical problems that can lead to an expression of anger in some people e.g.:
Unwholesome eating habits like the excessive intake of red meat stimulants, etc.
Stressful situations, physical pains, noise, discordant musical tones, positively charged atmosphere, crowds, etc. may cause some people to react angrily to certain situations or events.
Violent anger may equally be the symptoms of certain ailments in the body, e.g.:
-    Thyroid problems.
-    High or low blood pressure, etc.


Just like any other negative emotions (such as fear, anxiety, excitement, etc.), anger-justified or not-triggers what is known as the body’s “fight or flight” response, i.e. a survival mode that prepares the body and gives it the necessary energy to face dangerous situations.
These physical responses cause the adrenal gland located on top of the kidneys to produce the stress hormones such as adrenaline, noradrenalin, cortisone, etc. At the same time, the brain shunts blood away from the digestive system and directs it towards the muscles for physical activities. Consequently, the activities of the brain become sharper, the heart rate, the blood pressure, the respirations, the body temperature, etc. increase. However, if these stress hormones are not burnt off or released through actions or when they are produces excess or inappropriately, they become dangerous and destructive to the body.
A violent fit of anger, or sudden out burst of anger or chronic anger causes the adrenals to flood the body with the excess of these high voltage stress chemical (i.e. adrenaline noradrenalin, cortisone, etc.) which may give rise to some of the short and long-term health problem associated with anger, such as: 
* The contraction of the head and neck muscles which gives rise to:
    - Neck and shoulder tightness.
    - Tension headaches.
    - Sleeplessness (insomnia).
    - Increase anxiety.
    - Raised blood pressure and arterial disorders.
    - High blood cholesterols.
    - Restlessness.
    - Dizziness.
    - Mild tremor or the lips or hand
    - Yelling at people, slamming the door and sudden out burst of anger.
    - Clenching the teeth.
    - Increase perspiration (sweating)
    - Less productivity in school, workplace or at home due to lack of concentration and poor memory, etc.

* The high voltage stress hormones, i.e. the chemicals produced by intense feeling of anger also suppress the secretion of digestive and pancreatic juices which causes: 

Source: http://hubpages.com/hub/The-effects-of-anger-on-our-health 

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9 Benefits of Reading

By LifeMojo Team / March 7, 2011




Here's another article that ive found...enjoy reading!

Most adults are so busy with their lives that they hardly get any time to read. In our daily lives, watching movies, television, computer games are far above the 'To Do' list than reading. However those who manage to find time and read a lot of books tell others about the countless advantages associated with it. Indeed, reading is going to acquaint you with a vast amount of knowledge which you may have been left without. But there are so many more benefits.

So if you are a person who doesn't read much, here are a few good reasons to start doing so immediately:

1. Exercises Your Brain: One of the critical advantages of reading books is that it exercises your mind. It aids in keeping the muscles of the brain in perfect shape. When you read, you think more to reason out things and thus become smarter. Unfortunately, just like physical exercise, reading also requires you to be consistent in your efforts to reap the rewards.
2. Stress Buster: Stress is a major cause of concern for a lot of people because of the day to day toils. The splendor and pulse of language has the ability to calm us and take away all the stress. Especially, reading a fiction book before bedtime is considered to be a great way to de-stress.
3. Enhances Vocabulary: When you read different materials from different genres, you come across so many words that you otherwise wouldn't have come across in your day to day life. And you don't need to look into the dictionary every time you come across a new word. You can try to infer the meaning of the word by reading the context of the other words in the sentence. This way reading books increases your vocabulary and improves your spelling. This directly affects the way you talk and communicate.
4. Protects from Alzheimer's Disease: Reading can actually directly enhance your brain's retaining capacity. As you read, your brain gets stimulated. This stimulation on a regular basis helps in dealing with problems like Alzheimer's disease. Studies have shown that engaging in activities that exercise the brain, like reading books or magazines, playing games (such as crossword) etc. may delay or prevent memory loss. According to researchers, these activities stimulate brain cells to connect and flourish.
5. Boost Confidence: Reading books makes you more confident of your knowledge and communication skills. When you have a firm grip on the material that you are talking about, it shows in your presentation skills. And because everybody looks up to you for your deep knowledge and correct information, it elevates your self-esteem. By enhancing your command of the English language, you'll become more persuasive, intelligent, and articulate.
6. Makes You More Creative: The only way to be more creative is to expose yourself to various ideas. There is a saying that goes, "the best source for new ideas are writers who've been dead for centuries". So start reading books from these authors to be more creative at work or at home. Reading trains you to have an active and open mind.
7. Develops a Healthy Sleeping Pattern: When you are accustomed to reading before bedtime, it acts as an alarm for the body and sends the signal that it is time to sleep. This will help you get a sound sleep, and you will wake up fresh in the morning.
8. Improves Thinking Process: Reading books require you to think and imagine about many details like the characters, the plot etc. Also, you need to think more to infer a lot of things while reading. This helps improve your thinking process. Inculcating the habit of reading induces the brain to be more active and ready to absorb more.
9. Enhances Concentration: The mind of a reader is more concentrated and focused. Because of this focus, the reader has the capability to be more attentive and practical in life. This also develops objectivity and decision making skills.

So instead of spending long hours watching TV and playing computer games, spend some time in reading. It will not only refresh you but will give you a great outlook towards life.

Read more: http://www.lifemojo.com/lifestyle/9-benefits-of-reading-115305378#ixzz1GkZDGGrt

SOURCE: http://www.lifemojo.com/lifestyle/9-benefits-of-reading-115305378