The Battling Truth of Alcohol

Alcoholism also known as alcohol dependence is the uncontrollable urge of drinking a high consumption level of alcohol. It is not known what causes alcoholism however, having a genetic predisposition as well as environmental factors are thought to be a high risk according to researchers.

As the level of alcohol consumption increases the higher the danger of developing the early onset stages of alcoholism. This will eventually progress the disease to an advanced stage.


Alcohol's affect on the brain and health:

Alcoholism causes damage to the brain cells and affects the central nervous system. Alcohol impairs the brain's ability to function normally affecting performance rate quite markedly.

This will result in the loss of memory, black outs, slow reaction, poor muscle co-ordination and motor skills. Blurred vision and speech occur due to paralysis of the neurological function to the brain.


Cancer of the liver also called cirrhosis, vitamin B1 deficiency, poor nutrition and hygiene are common among alcoholics. Long-term heavy drinkers will develop a tolerance to alcohol that will cause symptoms after drinking is abruptly ceased.

Symptoms:

Unable to tolerate or limit the use of alcohol in one drinking session. Having to drink to excess in order to reach a level of intoxication.


Symptoms also include both psychological and physical:

Withdrawal symptoms: - cravings, tremors mild or severe aka delirium tremens. Convulsions, palpitations, sweating, anxiety, nausea, insomnia, agitation, mental confusion and hallucinations to name just a few examples.

It is very difficult to admit to having a drinking problem and thus many alcoholics are in denial. History of family and friends has a huge impact towards both those of the alcoholic and family and friends involved.

Numbers have increased among the homeless of those who are alcohol dependent. Alcoholism isolates people who are inflicted throughout the community. Mental health issues are also frequent among heavy alcohol users. Alcoholism is a debilitating condition that shares a high rate of unemployment, poverty and homelessness that is known to exist throughout society.

Outcome:

It is extremely difficult for anyone with an addiction to quit and this is also the case with alcohol dependency.

Medical Checks: Medical checks from your GP are necessary in monitoring your health.

Rehabilitation Centres

Rehabilitation centres for detox as well as Drug and Alcohol Counselling services are available in the use of treatments for heavy drinkers. Success widely depends on a variety of issues some include medical while other reasons may be personal. The ability to abstain is the only way for an alcoholic to remain sober.


Further reading and resources:
http://www.healthline.com/health/alcohol/effects-on-body


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Life On The Streets

Life on the streets for the homeless is a way of life. The reasons for poverty and homelessness are diverse and raises controversial issues. Homelessness has been stigmatised throughout the ages along with drug/alcohol addiction and mental illness. Just what is the main cause?

Non-connectedness is a feeling of not belonging to society and has been the case for many homeless people who live on the street. Statistics have noted when a shelter is provided most often the person chooses to be homeless as there is a feeling of "connectedness" that is shared with other homeless people.

A lack of social support, family and friends is also the cause of loneliness and isolation. Other issues that involve homelessness are sexual abuse and domestic violence that is found to be reportedly common among street teenagers.

Drug, alcohol and mental health issues are a serious problem in local communities. Welfare agencies who offer shelter support as a temporary relief are unable to come to a resolution as many continue to live a life on the street.

The poverty and isolation of street living has a high mortality rate due to poor nutrition, hygiene and health issues that increase the risk of developing diseases.

Mentally ill people who are left medically untreated, places their mental health at risk of depression, suicide, including the wide use of substance abuse and drug overdose. Victims of street violence such as beatings and robberies are a regular occurrence significantly targeted at ageing alcoholics.

Homeless Services:

There is a wide variety of services to help the homeless.

Housing Offices support those who are at risk of becoming homeless or who are already homeless.

Housing Support Agencies offer a range of care for those who are in need of food, shelter and clothes. Counseling advice services are free.

Drop In Centres cater for daily activities such as: Meals, donated food parcels and social support groups. Toilet and showering facilities are available for use during the day.

Medical Care Centres focus on medical support that includes; Drug/Alcohol Counselling and Crisis Services for the Mentally ill.

Homelessness has risen in the last decade and has become worldwide. World Government Communities have yet to discover a method in controlling and resolving the growing crisis in our society.

http://salvos.org.au/
The Salvation Army in Australia (NSW, ACT, Qld): contacts, help, donations, volunteering, stores, school projects, job opportunities, church, spirituality, prayer.


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Voices In The Night

Pacing through the dark,
the ethereal choir of voices sing.

Embracing the call of heaven,
the striking echoes paint the night.

Scream, scream, comes the pain,
until thunder and lightening
flash like rising flames.

Death and white roses smile upon the sinking breath.

The streaming pain holds no strain,
and pierces through the veins
of the remaining pulsing beats of life.

The fainting breath lifts the shining joy,
upon the mind of closing eyelids.

One last glance of fluttering eyes.

Slow pulse heart beats,
closing in on few short breaths.

Until one last sigh and a casting smile of goodbye.




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Black Swan Movie Review

I am not sure what to make of this bizarre mixture of horror, hot female rivalry and the strangely inviting seduction between two women.

It certainly portrays an aura of vulnerability and psychological instability regarding the main character's role; spiraling into a world of paranoia and psychotic breakdown, that fuels throughout the film with disturbing facets of mind games, hallucinations, including episodes of psycho-sexual behaviour.

None of the less trying to figure this perplexing dark psychological thriller will have you pierced with thorns. However, it did not leave me on the edge of my seat rather, it sailed me through the height of passion, soaring gracefully into a roaring crescendo of liberation and power! This was the finishing touch of the miraculous display of the breakthrough of the virginal white swan who metaphorically transforms into the beautiful and powerful black swan.

Nina the ballerina captures the moment of the film with a brilliant dance piece that wins her a well deserved Oscar.

I do recommend in seeing this film if you have a flair for the arts and dark twisted tales... This is an insane work of art set within horrific scenes amongst a dark encounter of a young woman's journey and awakening of her sexuality.

In Summary: Black Swan is: - "Dark, Powerful and Seductive."





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Sprituality - Green living & Science enmeshed within today's society.

Morning to all, here today to discuss the growing evolution of 'spirituality' - be it science, health, green matters or just simple day to day facts; - the current population is becoming more spiritual and more green.

Why is this so? We have now reached a level of 'information made public' to most international Internet websites. What this correlates to is a "surf of news, education & human rights" among
our fellow brothers & sisters.

This is an amazing feature that combines the latest news and events from progressive news and independent outlets.

There is a growing mountain of information regarding the 'green economy' so check this out also...

I think, with all the technology from our modern sources: such as the Internet etc; we are able to make a difference in this world in the habit of uniting people from all over the globe to share in making this world a better place.

Making a difference in this world is a remarkable achievement.

Messages From Our Ancestors

Guatemaya

Guatemala is situated in Central America and is renowned for its historical ancient temples, mystical blue mountains emerged within thick tropical jungles and volcanoes.

The population of Guatemala is mostly indigenous having derived from the ancient Mayan civilization. It extends throughout the Mesoamerica akin to the Americas and pre-Colombian times of ancient America. Pre-historic civilizations of this era was Olmec, Zapotec, Teotihuacan, Maya, Mixtec, Totonac, Aztec as well as others.

The Mayan Calendar       

The Tikal is one of the largest archaeological ruins of the pre-Colombian Mayan civilization. Among the Mesoamerican culture was the Mayan calendar. The Mayan calendar was a complex field of knowledge based on the study of astronomy aka the observation of the stars and planets.

The calendar is a 26,000 year cycle that is observed and calculated with the markings of the sun, moon and Venus. There are 260 days in a calendar that reaches a full cycle. One year is 20 weeks with 13 days each in between that hold important reference towards each end of the 13 days.

The Mayans had use of several calendars however, each point to the date of December 21st, 2012. All calendars were observed by the time of all the planets movements as well as the rotation of the earth around the sun.

The different calendar systems of the Mayans were:

1. The Long count.

2. The Haab.

3. The Tzolkin.

The Tzolkin calendar is a short count which I referred to as above. The date marked to end for the Mayan calendar is on the 21st of December, 2012. There is much propaganda, doom and gloom surrounding the prophecies of the Mayan calendar. However, as we enter the Mayan shift - many are questioning the nature of our world and raise a prayer of hope for a "global unity" and a humane society at large.

Indigenous elders from all cultures are calling for a plea for humanity to gather together and embrace for a world of peace and union amongst all nations. Care for the environment is at a critical juncture and is vital for the survival of our planet earth.

Prayer of Unification -   The Guatemalan elders have a timely message to share with humanity.

Other Sources:

Due to the Spanish inquisition many hieroglyphic scrolls that contained secret esoteric knowledge was destroyed. The Modern Mayan culture of today does not resemble the ancient Mayan civilization. Ancient knowledge of the Mayans has been retained through the remains of temples that reveal hieroglyphic symbols and artifacts that archaeologists have studied over the many years, trying to piece together this lost and enigmatic ancient civilization.





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Children Of The Earth - Song/Video

Lyrics
We do not want the end of the world, let’s get together to go around, what we want is to be able to love again.
For all the children of the earth, a song like a prayer, and reunite for the love of humanity.
The stars shine in the sky, a blue planet in the universe, billions of years to become beautiful and sow life without border.
We do not want the end of the world, let’s get together to go around, what we want is to be able to love again.
For all the children of the earth, a song like a prayer, and reunite for the love of humanity.
Protect the oceans blue, clouds are made to be white, nature needs our hearts, so that dreams are written in color.
We do not want the end of the world, let’s get together to go around, what we want is to be able to love again.
For all the children of the earth, a song like a prayer, and reunite for the love of humanity.
Give hope and friendship, our history must continue.
We do not want the end of the world, let’s get together to go around, what we want is to be able to love again.
For all the children of the earth, a song like a prayer, and reunite for the love of humanity.

Self Esteem

Self-Esteem

What is the balance between low self-esteem and a normal healthy self-esteem? While it seems some people are overly confident it may be of benefit in reaching their goals and having the strength to take great strides in life; however, a person with low self-esteem is limited and in some cases thus becomes an "emotional cripple."

It is a fact that in childhood upbringing the accumulative experiences that are crucial towards a child's early development can be in some children's circumstances traumatising and can damage the individuals self-esteem throughout his/her entire life.

Is there any cure for low self-esteem? Does therapy really help? How hard is it to believe in yourself? A thoughtful and provoking idea that could perhaps provide an answer? In psychology the basic fundamental principle of self-esteem is the result of a  "balanced mind". Though what happens when we experience episodes of self-esteem be it high or low that is unbalanced?

What exactly is an exemplar of self-esteem? All our experiences throughout life become molded and shaped into the individuals that we become. It is difficult for people who have encountered an abusive upbringing or any abusive episodes that has occurred throughout the course of his/her life.

When dealing with victims of abuse is it possible to heal the psychological damage? Therapy in some cases is successful though it varies depending on the individual.

1. You need to be ready
2. You may need to explore in finding the right therapist
3. When you are willing to work on becoming whole progress has begun.


Types of therapy:

Counselling
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Psychotherapy
Group Therapy

Summary:

In more ways than one if you seek help you are on the road to self-improvement. This may seem to be a challenging task at first; though it is well worth the effort in the long-term in sustaining a happy and well-balanced sense of self.


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Fast Walkers

Have you seen them walking down the street,
those fast walkers I'm sure you don't want to meet.

Those fast walkers are fast talkers,
and do things you won't want to see.

See them smile see them gleam,
see them scream.

See them play their fancies
for any fools dream.

Oh they're smart,
oh they're fast, oh they last.

Fast walkers will live anybody's dream.


Oh when the day comes into play,
fast walkers will take their prey.

Oh they're fast and they last,
fast walkers do know their task.

If you happen to come by a fast walker,
run, run with all your might,
for fast walkers will spin
their craft with a mask.

Do not be led if you were to come across
a so-called  trusted friend,
as they could also be
a fast walker!

Oh they're fast and they last
without a fast.

Fast walkers are a wicked man's dream...





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Nocturnal Voice

The mystery of your voice haunts me

as it echoes through the empty silence.

Deep dark penetrating eyes that pierce the night,

with wings that quickly glide your presence,

shifting smoothly with each stride.

When I look into your eyes,

I see the wisdom and power 
you possess.                                            

Silent wings of the night,

voice that shadow's the moon light,

with eyes that see throughout the soul.

Nocturnal voice of the night,

guide me through until the

breaking of the dawn light.





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A Darkened Night

The night was sticky and humid, it was close to 2-00am. The fan was droning in the background yet, I hardly felt any relief. That was the problem with the old flat the harsh sun had begun to rise upon the roof, and by late afternoon the temperature was scoring high that heated the apartment to an unbearable heat similar to an inferno.

Feeling oppressed by the hot humid weather I thought of going outside on the balcony to escape the balmy atmosphere of the small apartment. When suddenly a bright flashing light come flooding into my bedroom window. Blinded by the flash at first glance my eyes closed fast. While readjusting my eyes to look around the room, I was startled by a strange flickering glow.

Within the shadow of the glowing light was the silhouette of two strange figures walking towards me. The light dimmed and a voice echoed eerily inside my mind that was not in English. It was a language that I could not decipher.

A heaviness fell upon my mind that overpowered me in falling into a deep sleep. The next morning I awoke early with all the details of the night vividly projecting each scene throughout my mind like a movie. Feeling dazed I gazed at the balcony door and was further disturbed at the sight of it being wide open. Something I had always made sure of was to never leave the balcony door unlocked before going to sleep. Not being able to make sense of it all, the memories were left aside.

Several years later since this night, there are moments that I do question of what may of actually occurred. The vague dreams that leap forth of the flashing visions, odd voices and dark strange lurking shadows from long ago still haunt my mind.




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