Guest guest Posted October 10, 2005 Report Share Posted October 10, 2005 Hi Ron, How did our weekend dinner turn out? Did your wife try a slice of the lentil loaf? I'm hoping to hear she did and that she liked it (:- ))) You also work in a hospital? What type work are you in? I know the caffeine addiction is a vicious circle. Since I suffer from migraines (they are very seldom now) I try to avoid caffeine, mainly I have problems with chocolate and since I'm not a chocolate fan I stay away from it. Wine is another bad thing for me so I stay away from it unless I have a recipe that calls for it. Wishing you a nice up and coming Tuesday, Donna Ron Hess <ronhess0760 wrote: Hi Matt, Is Matt short for Matthew? I also live the hospital work life. I used to drink coffee and other caffeinated beverages to stay alert, as my shift is usually doubled and often changing. I found that after a while I needed more and more caffeine to stay awake, and realized this was actually an addiction. Upon removing it from my diet I suffered headaches due to the prior restriction of the blood vessels in the head. Caffeine withdrawal can actually lead to a psychiatric disorder, fortunately I escaped that. I then turned to meditation after discussing my symptoms with a colleague who had studied acupuncture in China. He suggested giving it a try, and wrote up some literature for me to follow. It really worked for me. I had listened to people talk about it for years, and even studied the effects, but never saw myself as the " meditating type. " Once I started I felt very calm and sleeping was much easier, thus making me feel more rested during my waking hours. Sometimes when I get a minute or two I will go where i can be alone, even if for five minutes, even if it is the restroom, and meditate. It's effects have proven to be better for me than any drug. I will still indulge in a coffee or espresso, or cappuccino, but not on a regular basis, and only for the taste of it. Ron " I guarantee you, this place will blow your mind. " Source: Norman Whitfield Psychedelic Shack Music Unlimited - Access over 1 million songs. Try it free. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 11, 2005 Report Share Posted October 11, 2005 My dinner was splendid, thank you Donna (Lady) The loaf was wonderful, full of flavor, and the texture was perfect. Thank you so much for the recipe and remembering that I was preparing it. Sadly no, my wife did not try the loaf, and made some comments as if my loaf were inferior to her meatloaf. I am so mistreated Donna. What type of work? I am a doctor, an MD, and I work in a hospital and in three geriatric facilities as well. I work an average 12 hours per day, some weeks the average is 16 hours per day. About the meditation and sleeping about which we were conversing; It is important to be totally relaxed before the meditation for sleep. While lying down start at the feet, let the feet " go " just let them sink into the bed. Next the bottom of the legs, then the top, and so on. Just work your way up the body. you will know if your body is totally relaxed when you can lift your arm up in the air, while having the rest of your body remain totally relaxed. Once the entire body is really relaxed you can take the mind anywhere you wish to go. A beach in the Caribbean is nice, LOL. It is good to stay away from the substances that you know give you a problem. In this day and age there is always a substitution. Ron purplepassion <thelilacflower wrote: Hi Ron, How did our weekend dinner turn out? Did your wife try a slice of the lentil loaf? I'm hoping to hear she did and that she liked it (:- ))) You also work in a hospital? What type work are you in? I know the caffeine addiction is a vicious circle. Since I suffer from migraines (they are very seldom now) I try to avoid caffeine, mainly I have problems with chocolate and since I'm not a chocolate fan I stay away from it. Wine is another bad thing for me so I stay away from it unless I have a recipe that calls for it. Wishing you a nice up and coming Tuesday, Donna Ron Hess <ronhess0760 wrote: Hi Matt, Is Matt short for Matthew? I also live the hospital work life. I used to drink coffee and other caffeinated beverages to stay alert, as my shift is usually doubled and often changing. I found that after a while I needed more and more caffeine to stay awake, and realized this was actually an addiction. Upon removing it from my diet I suffered headaches due to the prior restriction of the blood vessels in the head. Caffeine withdrawal can actually lead to a psychiatric disorder, fortunately I escaped that. I then turned to meditation after discussing my symptoms with a colleague who had studied acupuncture in China. He suggested giving it a try, and wrote up some literature for me to follow. It really worked for me. I had listened to people talk about it for years, and even studied the effects, but never saw myself as the " meditating type. " Once I started I felt very calm and sleeping was much easier, thus making me feel more rested during my waking hours. Sometimes when I get a minute or two I will go where i can be alone, even if for five minutes, even if it is the restroom, and meditate. It's effects have proven to be better for me than any drug. I will still indulge in a coffee or espresso, or cappuccino, but not on a regular basis, and only for the taste of it. Ron " I guarantee you, this place will blow your mind. " Source: Norman Whitfield Psychedelic Shack Music Unlimited - Access over 1 million songs. Try it free. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 11, 2005 Report Share Posted October 11, 2005 Hi Ron, Yes! that is exactly my method for meditation. The bodymust be totally relaxed. So many people miss that part. Hugs, Chanda - Ron Hess Tuesday, October 11, 2005 1:32 PM Re: Hi Ron weekend dinner and work About the meditation and sleeping about which we were conversing; It is important to be totally relaxed before the meditation for sleep. While lying down start at the feet, let the feet " go " just let them sink into the bed. Next the bottom of the legs, then the top, and so on. Just work your way up the body. you will know if your body is totally relaxed when you can lift your arm up in the air, while having the rest of your body remain totally relaxed. Once the entire body is really relaxed you can take the mind anywhere you wish to go. A beach in the Caribbean is nice, LOL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 11, 2005 Report Share Posted October 11, 2005 Ron Hess <ronhess0760 wrote: My dinner was splendid, thank you Donna (Lady) The loaf was wonderful, full of flavor, and the texture was perfect. Thank you so much for the recipe and remembering that I was preparing it. Sadly no, my wife did not try the loaf, and made some comments as if my loaf were inferior to her meatloaf. I am so mistreated Donna. Hi Ron, really happy to hear your lentil loaf turned out well but sorry hearing your wife wouldn't try it. There are many members here with non-vegetarians in their family and it's common having many try our dishes and a few refuse. I hope over time she will decide to make a change and enjoy some of your healthy cooking. Mistreated, well if that continues then you better rub Buddha's tummy and make a wish to appear under one of the Swedish Bikini Teams Members Christmas tree on Christmas morning.......Seriously, I hope you two can communicate and work out your problems instead of going in opposite directions. What type of work? I am a doctor, an MD, and I work in a hospital and in three geriatric facilities as well. I work an average 12 hours per day, some weeks the average is 16 hours per day. A doctor, well that is a stressful job with long hours. No wonder you are concerned about your diet and stress. About the meditation and sleeping about which we were conversing; It is important to be totally relaxed before the meditation for sleep. While lying down start at the feet, let the feet " go " just let them sink into the bed. Next the bottom of the legs, then the top, and so on. Just work your way up the body. you will know if your body is totally relaxed when you can lift your arm up in the air, while having the rest of your body remain totally relaxed. Once the entire body is really relaxed you can take the mind anywhere you wish to go. A beach in the Caribbean is nice, LOL. Every single time I try this I get to the waist and jump out of bed to write something on a post it note for a reminder of an errand.LOL I'm hopeless when it comes to sleep or unwinding....Donna f Service. " I guarantee you, this place will blow your mind. " Source: Norman Whitfield Psychedelic Shack Music Unlimited - Access over 1 million songs. Try it free. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 15, 2005 Report Share Posted October 15, 2005 Hi Ron: In my family my daughter and I are veg my husband and son are not. My husband also does not eat the lentil loaf he has never tried it. My son used to eat it however he usually isn't home at dinner time. I tried a different lentil loaf then the one I used to make and my daughter really liked it, so I think I will stick with it. Good luck Gayle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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