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Changing a Perception

In order to be able to change the beliefs that I hold, I first must perceive them differently. Examples: I believe the carpet is clean. Upon getting down on my hands and knees, I clearly see the carpet is loaded with dirt. I have always felt cold in the ocean in the winter. I just got a new wetsuit which is thicker and higher quality than any that I have had before. I now find the ocean to be pleasant even if the temperature is 55 degrees. I have always thought of dogs as dominant over cats. I currently have a cat that who is not afraid of my dogs; in fact, they run and cower from him. I have always been afraid to speak up and disagree with people who I perceive as smarter than I. Recently, I spoke up about an issue that had been bothering me for a long time. My friend acknowledged the issue, has changed his behavior and it feels more comfortable to be around him. My wife has always been frustrated by my defensiveness. I was never able to control this behavior. Recently, I was newly ab...

New Beginning Again

Well, a new year has started and I feel a rush of new enthusiasm. This morning i was directed to a blog and the words of an MS patient from New Zealand. Overcoming Multiple Sclerosis - Multiple Sclerosis, Ms Cure, Early Symptom Multiple Sclerosis This blog/website written by a doctor (George Jelinek) is strong, clear, and, in my opinion, right on the mark. It basically proposes that MS can be successfully managed with a healthy lifestyle. He proposes the Swank diet (low fat, no saturated fat, high in fruits and vegetables, high in fish), regular exercise, daily meditation, vitamin D, regular sun. Basic. Not fancy. Very "doable". He clearly reviews how this has helped him and helped MS patients in the past (Dr. Swank's research). He has written a book (Overcoming Multiple Sclerosis) of his experience and his recommendations and is truly an inspiration. For me, these are old lessons learned yet again. I learned of the amazing benefits of a truly healthy lifestyle back in th...