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The unintended consequences of quitting smoking
I recently wrote about how I quit smoking with hypnosis. You can read up on that over here. In this post, I wanted to share some unintended consequences of my quitting smoking. I say “unintended” because we expect to save money, feel better and breathe easier when we stop. But here are a few things Read More …
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How I Quit Smoking with Hypnotism
I smoked every day for 15 years. The closest I’d ever come to quitting was after reading Allan Carr’s infamous Easy Way to Stop Smoking. But this isn’t about all the ways I’ve tried and failed to stop smoking. This is about the one thing that actually worked – and why. Today it’s been months Read More …
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10 things to do when someone you love is depressed
The truth is, there isn’t an awful lot you can do. But the good news: you don’t have to do a lot to make a really big difference. Read More …
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Ayahuasca | A Practical Guide
Yagé, Vine of the Soul, The Tea, La Purga, La Medicina; thinking of experiencing Ayahuasca? Here’s what you need to know. I spoke to experienced Shamanic Space Holders, Skye and Helm Indira, for a practical guide to this brilliant brew. Ancient Roots Ayahuasca is so deep-rooted in indigenous Amazonian philosophy and mythology, there’s no doubt Read More …
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Tantra | Between Lovers
For many people the very word Tantra evokes sexuality, but it’s more than just about what goes on between the sheets. I spoke to expert Tantra teacher, Valentina Leo, to get to grips with this incredible philosophy and practise. The concept of Tantra refuses to be given an objective, neat definition the way a scientific Read More …
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Exploring Tantric Tradition
The idea that this ancient spiritual practice is drenched in obscenities, not fit for mixed company, or designed to make you a master of the boudoir is a fairly recent, 20th century idea born, ironically, in the conservative West. The more accurate view of Tantra is that it’s an ancient Eastern spiritual tradition of principles, rituals and techniques for cultivating a full and conscious life. Read More …