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Mensa For Kids. Mythologies. Coyote and Opossum appear in the stories of a number of tribes.

Mythologies

The mythologies of the indigenous peoples of North America comprise many bodies of traditional narratives associated with religion from a mythographical perspective. Indigenous North American belief systems include many sacred narratives. Such spiritual stories are deeply based in Nature and are rich with the symbolism of seasons, weather, plants, animals, earth, water, sky and fire. Collective Wisdom Initiative. Meditation Monday: Accessing Inner Beauty. Essential Oils for Balancing Chakras.

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Brushwood. Amazon. Andresbohorquez. Misc. How To Make Magnesium Oil. Alternative news. Acid Alkaline Power Chart. Infinite Waters Interview With Teal Scott - (Become Your Greatest Version) Dragon and Oak Reading List for Druid Studies. Makeyourownhealth. 75 Relationship Quotes to Live By. Rangi and Papa. Papa and Rangi held each other in a tight embrace In Māori mythology the primal couple Rangi and Papa (or Ranginui and Papatuanuku) appear in a creation myth explaining the origin of the world.

Rangi and Papa

In some South Island dialects, Rangi is called Raki or Rakinui.[1] Union and separation[edit] Astrology, Soulcraft(TM) & Shamanism as Tools for a Soulful Life. Food is Free Project: Bottle Planter. 10 Reasons Clay Should Be In Every Mama’s Cupboard. 9 Natural Ways To Keep Spiders Out Of Your Home. Blue-eyed Humans Have A Single, Common Ancestor.

New research shows that people with blue eyes have a single, common ancestor.

Blue-eyed Humans Have A Single, Common Ancestor

A team at the University of Copenhagen have tracked down a genetic mutation which took place 6-10,000 years ago and is the cause of the eye colour of all blue-eyed humans alive on the planet today. What is the genetic mutation "Originally, we all had brown eyes," said Professor Hans Eiberg from the Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine. "But a genetic mutation affecting the OCA2 gene in our chromosomes resulted in the creation of a "switch," which literally "turned off" the ability to produce brown eyes. " The OCA2 gene codes for the so-called P protein, which is involved in the production of melanin, the pigment that gives colour to our hair, eyes and skin. Limited genetic variation. Phenomenal portraits of Siamese fighting fish perfectly lit in clear water give impression they are floating in mid air. Thai photographer Visarute Angkatavanich created the series of photos Siamese fighting fish have been line bred for over 120 years Breeding created today’s stunning colours and long finage By Daily Mail Reporter PUBLISHED: 17:02 GMT, 18 November 2013 | UPDATED: 18:20 GMT, 18 November 2013 A Thai photographer has created a series of phenomenal portraits of Siamese fighting fish.

Vitamin B-6 Deficiency Sign: No Dream Recall. On the way home from preschool the other day, five-year-old Frederick was recounting his dream for the night. As he described the dream, I thought “I must write about this on the site.” What I thought to myself as he told me the story was “Good news. His B-6 status is good.” Your regular doctor will not have this information but pioneer in mental health and food nutrients, Carl Pfieffer, describes in his book Nutrition and Mental Illness that in the presence of a B-6 deficiency you do not recall your dreams at night. The Effect of Negative Emotions on Our Health.

“If someone wishes for good health, one must first ask oneself if he is ready to do away with the reasons for his illness.

The Effect of Negative Emotions on Our Health

Only then is it possible to help him.” ~ Hippocrates Your mind and body are linked, which can’t be seen, but only felt. Your body reflects your emotional and psychological states. A positive mental attitude and powerful immune system will be the result of a healthy spiritual, physical and emotional state. It is only when we ignore our bodies that illness is able to take control of our own bodies natural defenses. Think of the time when your heart was racing with anticipation or fright, or that feeling in your stomach – its a result of the thoughts and emotions transferring to the physical body.

Your thoughts and feelings are linked to specific parts of the body and different illnesses. I came across this emotional chart which shows the mental thought patterns that form our daily experiences. 121 Documentaries To Expand Your Consciousness. The Idealist - Photos du journal. Different Brainwaves and how it Expands our Consciousness. The human brain is a complex entity constantly at work, sending electrical signals, communicating, building new neural connections and so on.

Different Brainwaves and how it Expands our Consciousness

This electrical activity generated by the brain, also known as brainwaves, reflect our state of mind. Dare to Own Your Potency. How To Choose The ‘Perfect’ Location For Your Off Grid Homestead or Community. What exactly is “the perfect off the grid location“ to build your cabin?

How To Choose The ‘Perfect’ Location For Your Off Grid Homestead or Community

Well, ideally there are some things to look for in a piece of property that make it a good off the grid location. This is not a comprehensive guide, but only meant to give a good general point of reference to start from. In our quest for the perfect off grid location we’ve literally searched all over the United States from the East to the West. 3 Mind-Blowing Time-lapse Nature Documentaries. My passion for nature runs deep, I have been observing everything that she has to offer, from a caterpillar to a butterfly, a flower to a fruit, sunset to sunrise all of it fascinates me. But when you combine hours of watching a time-lapse video with music to match the repetitive motion of a caterpillar chewing a leaf or flowers opening up, it takes the level of admiration to unimaginable heights. Today, I shall share some of these videos that have brought about profound insights into the behavior of our living planet Earth. The First One is Microcosmos Microcosmos (original title Microcosmos: Le peuple de l’herbe — Microcosmos: The grass people) is a 1996 documentary film by Claude Nuridsany and Marie Pérennou and produced by Jacques Perrin.

This film is primarily a record of detailed insect interactions set to the music of Bruno Coulais. 10 Simple Things You Can Do Today That Will Make You Happier, Backed By Science. Happiness is so interesting, because we all have different ideas about what it is and how to get it.

10 Simple Things You Can Do Today That Will Make You Happier, Backed By Science

It's also no surprise that it's the Nr.1 value for Buffer's culture, if you see our slidedeck about it. So naturally we are obsessed with it. I would love to be happier, as I'm sure most people would, so I thought it would be interesting to find some ways to become a happier person that are actually backed up by science. "Geniuses Are Made, Not Born" Human Evolution: Are Humans Still Evolving? Modern Homo sapiens is still evolving.

Human Evolution: Are Humans Still Evolving?

Despite the long-held view that natural selection has ceased to affect humans because almost everybody now lives long enough to have children, a new study of a contemporary Massachusetts population offers evidence of evolution still in action. A team of scientists led by Yale University evolutionary biologist Stephen Stearns suggests that if the natural selection of fitter traits is no longer driven by survival, perhaps it owes to differences in women's fertility. "Variations in reproductive success still exist among humans, and therefore some traits related to fertility continue to be shaped by natural selection," Stearns says. Reclaiming a Sense of the Sacred - The Chronicle Review. Hackschooling Makes Me Happy: Logan LaPlante at TEDxUniversityofNevada.

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