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Natural sources of flower tea and their benefits: 
Hibiscus, Butterfly pea, Jasmine, Chamomile, Chrysanthemum, Lavender, Rose tea, Marigolds!  — @undefined's mag on Magma

Travel

Nature

Culture

Portugal

I enter a meditative state as I watch the giant waves crash onto the cliffs in front of me, one by one, each new set arriving on shore like clockwork. It is my third day visiting Portugal and although it is October already, the sun is beating down on me, not yet ready to let fall take over.
A voice behind me pulls me out of my daydreaming. An elderly lady approaches me from a few metres behind, accompanied by a gentle golden retriever.
In a Portuguese accent, she chuckles: “Oh Lord, that surfer out there! The conditions today are really not ideal.” “Oh...”, I start mumbling, unsure what to respond, trying to find the tiny dot of a surfer she has spotted in the distance.
Her facial expressions soften: “Oh well.. Don’t worry about him. Somehow they always turn out fine! It’s the thrill for them, you know? My husband used to go out there all the time.” She tells me they have always lived close to the beach here in the small town of Aljezur, appreciating the slow pace of life with their dog Leila.

Again, I think to myself how beautifully welcoming and warm the Portuguese people have been so far. She asks me whether it is my first time in Portugal and I tell her about my recent journey and stay in Albufeira. She gently rolls her eyes at me: “So you are visiting the South Algarve then?”

“Yes,” I respond, slightly taken aback by her straightforwardness, “the South has long been on my list of places to visit, but this beach was recommended to me and I had some spare time.” I try to read her mind.

She nods slowly. A few moments later, she turns towards me and gives me a soft pat on my shoulder: “Well I’m so glad we met - we don’t see as many people from abroad here on the West Coast. Everyone always flocks to the South Algarve, which makes sense of course! The water is a lot better for swimming.” I look at her as she hesitates. “But...?”

“Well...” she continues, “this right here is Portugal, you know? The endlessly wide beaches. The coastlines with not a single soul in sight at times. I think it’s the more spiritual, more serene side of Portugal, which most people don’t see. Anyway, have a lovely time, my dear!”
I watch as the lady walks back up the stairs to the car park of Praia da Amoreira, quickly vanishing behind a large truck.
I turn around and look at the beach spreading out before me. Upon my arrival in Portugal, I hired a car at Faro airport and had planned to spend my time exploring the south of the Algarve only. Driven by promising pictures of the Benagil Caves and the stunning rock formations of Ponta da Piedade, I knew this was where I wanted to make use of my valuable time.
But what the lady had just mentioned had struck a chord with me. After two days of covering most things that had been on my list, I had already grown somewhat tired of following the beaten path, ticking off classic ‘bucket-list’ experiences. I craved something.. well.. LESS advertised.

Back at my rental, I decide to bury my initial plans. I pull up Google Maps on my phone, determined to make the most out of my three remaining days. Inspired by our warm encounter, I drive up to the centre of Aljezur, a small coastal town characterised by its Moorish castle, built in 10th century.

I notice a small café on the side of a street made of cobblestones and decide to sit down for a bit. The owner of the café, who is about my age, brings me a mouth-watering waffle garnished with fresh fruit. He tells me he’s been living in Aljezur for most of his adult life and thinks it is the most charming spot in the whole country.

Back at the hotel after a 1.5-hour drive, I let the memories of the day settle, grateful for the lady’s nudge to rethink my itinerary.
In the morning, I pack some lunch after breakfast and to my delight, the hotel owner hands me two traditional Pastel de Nata to enjoy on my drive back to the west coast. I devour them before I‘ve even started the engine.
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I arrive at the Praia da Bordeira car park just after lunch. I press my entire body against the car's door as the ferocious winds are trying hard to keep me inside the vehicle. Looking around, rugged limestone cliffs rise to my left and right, leaving me wondering how far I still am from the actual beach.
I hurry to keep pace with a group of people in front of me, making their way to the beach, jumping over what seems to be a shallow lagoon. As I learn from the group, walking up to the Praia da Bordeira inevitably leads you along this small river bordering the beach of Bordeira (the Ribeira da Bordeira), ultimately ending up in the ocean.

I climb up the wooden stairs on the left side of the bay and am rewarded with an astounding view of the almost three-kilometre-long beach. Above our heads, seagulls are circling, waiting for the perfect opportunity to secure some leftovers.

The day before my return flight, I set off from Faro to one last stop on the West Coast. I can’t help but appreciate the smaller size of the country, making the drive between the South Algarve and the West Coast just two hours long.

I take a long last walk on the golden sands of the Praia do Castelejo, waiting for the sun to slowly set down on us. I go back to the car and drive up the mountains, back to the main road.
But instead of turning left to the motorway, I leave the village of Vila do Bispo behind me and cautiously make my way up the gravel road to Torre de Aspa. For a moment, I doubt my rental’s capacity to make it without popping a tyre, but eventually, I arrive at the highlight of my 6-day trip.
I am able to park the car close to the cliff’s edge, my eyes already running wild in both directions of the lookout, trying to grasp the immensity of what lies before me. It is surprisingly calm and the roaring ocean below looks entirely peaceful and quiet from up here.
I watch the colours of the sky turn blue as the sun sets over this slice of Portuguese West Coast, only to rise again in the morning.

As I make my way back to the airport in Faro on the day after, I feel a sense of calm. I can’t help but wonder what the lady I had met had thought of our conversation after we parted ways. A wave of gratitude washes over me.

As the plane touches down in London, I overhear a friendly, elderly man sitting in the row behind me say to his wife: “What a beautiful holiday! The South is just the absolute best Portugal has to offer.” I look out of the plane window at the tarmac, subtly rolling my eyes, smiling to myself.

Tips for visiting the Algarve and the South West
West Coast Beaches:
While the beaches of the South Algarve - with their golden sand and cove-like shapes - are among the most popular ones in Portugal for swimming and family holidays, the West Coast is not only a paradise for surfers of all levels, but a not-to-miss destination for travellers who rather enjoy going off the grid.
Endless beaches backed by dramatic cliffs and sand dunes invite visitors to get lost in the freeing feeling the West Coast conveys, and to appreciate life as nature serves as a gentle reminder to stay present.
The best West Coast beaches for travellers:
• Praia de Odeceixe (Odeceixe) • Praia da Amoreira (Aljezur) • Praia do Castelejo (Vila do Bispo) • Praia da Bordeira (Bordeira)
What you need to know:
Getting here: To explore the West Coast, you can best fly into Faro Airport. Alternatively, travellers can fly to Lisbon and go down south.
Getting around: If you want to explore flexibly, renting a car is definitely the easiest way to do so. Beware of toll fees though! Portugal has a toll road system and fees need to be paid before leaving the country. The public transport network will connect you to the major cities and special bus shuttles can get you to remote locations too.
Your stay: The Algarve offers lovely hotels and charming AirBnBs. If you can get around easily, you can essentially stay anywhere. Make sure to book in advance!
Highlights: If you travel by car, stop at one of the iconic ceramics warehouses. Pottery and ceramics is a typically Portuguese craft and you might find some pieces to take home with you as keepsakes.

Visiting Portugal for the first time was a truly magical experience. Besides the typical beach vacation most holiday-goers aim for, the country enchants you with breathtaking nature and endless coastlines, waiting to be explored. Thank you for reading! 🤍 — @undefined's mag on Magma

Lifestyle

Technology

<h1>Toxic Water</h1>
ALL Bottled, Tap and Filtered water is toxic!

<h2>The Geology &amp; Environmental Sciences department at SUNY Fredonia conducted a study which showed that a number of brands of bottled water are contaminated by microplastic.</h2>
<h2>The researchers tested 11 different brands of water from 27 different lots. Overall, 259 individual bottles were tested.</h2>
<h2>93 percent of the bottles showed a sign of microplastic contamination, the researchers say.</h2>
<h2>The data collected by the researchers suggests that the “contamination is at least partially coming from the packaging and/or the bottling process itself,”</h2>
<h1>YOU CAN’T KILL ANY VIRUS INCLUDING THE CANCER VIRUS, BY PURIFYING WATER ONE TIME, AS THEY AREN’T EASY TO DESTROY!</h1>
<h1>Therefore, You have to RE PURIFY water 100’s OF TIMES PER GALLON with HIGH-INTENSITY UV and HEAT, NOT ONCE!!</h1>
Click link in photo to see timeline of destruction on pathogens

<h1>HOW IT WORKS:</h1>
<h2>One gallon of energized-distilled water in about 2 hours and up to 10 gallons/hour of energized tap water! If you are on a supply that people drink, you can drink energized tap water (or mix the two) with the same results! Unlike any other product (it’s patented world-wide) water is recycled 100’s of times/gallon (not once) with a ultraviolet lamp in the top of the boiler (with a transformer) that destroys anything! Ordinary products don’t recycle water. Organisms can’t be removed in only one cycle through ordinary products!</h2>
<h2>Air cooler with stirrer</h2>
<h2>So that more oxygen can be consumed during the energizing process.</h2>
<h2>Adding just a portion of this water to toxic water will turn the toxic water into healing water!</h2>

<h1>Curing Diseases </h1>
Cancer, Diabetes, Alzheimer’s and more!

CLICK THE PHOTO LINK FOR VIDEO PROOF TESTS!
Excerpts from website:
<h2>Ground-breaking studies conducted by Oxford University scientists in 2009 conclusively concluded that injecting cancerous tumors with oxygen “significantly boosts the chance of recovery.” By restoring oxygen levels to that of a normal cell, the tumors become three times more sensitive to treatment. The study used oxygen to cure multiple forms of cancer. </h2>
<h2>One afternoon, about ten years ago, a man called John Ellis, shocking him when he said: “Your machines cure cancer!” When Ellis asked him how he knew that, the caller said: “I’ve been an oncologist for 30 years. I just retired from <a href="https://www.johnellis.com/sloan-kettering-oncologists/">Sloan Kettering</a> and I don’t have access to your machines anymore!” He identified himself as Dalton Kinsella M.D.</h2>
<h2>If you watch the demonstration video on the John Ellis website, you will see how easy it is for his machine to alter the bond angle of water from 104° to 108° and split bonded hydrogen/oxygen molecule in two molecules, and our body temperature burns up the hydrogen, leaving the oxygen. Since our blood is 94% water, the hydrogen molecule burns off the markers for anything you can name in your bloodstream.</h2>

<h1>Science Data</h1>
Click photo link for data sheet

<h2>York Lab test showing our water is 827x purer than regular water. This fact left scientists at Corning absolutely stunned. Also a Bacteria Destruction Chart that shows how the UV kills off different pathogens and viruses.</h2>
<h2>A dairy farmer called John and told him your water has so many great health benefits. He also told John he was in danger of losing his dairy farm, because his milk production has gone way down. John told him “It has to do with your well water”. The farmer then proceeded to treat his well with John Ellis Water. The bacteria level after treating his well went to “zero”. Luckily, The University of Minnesota monitored his well before and after treating his well with John Ellis Water.</h2>

ABOUT THE ENGINEER -Excerpt
<h2>Including the water distiller he invented years ago, John has also invented some ‘impossible’ things, which seem to be his specialty. While at the Choate School, he was acquainted with George and Igor Sikorsky (the sons on the helicopter inventor) and they peaked his interest in aerospace. Because of these connections, he invented a measuring device that keeps our airplanes safe- even today. He was 17. Because of this success and interest in aerospace design, he later became an engineer at Douglas Aerospace.</h2>

 <h2>To add to his collection of inventions, John Ellis also created a micro switch that operates on-off within .0001 of an inch- about 1/40th of a human hair thickness- for military/industrial use.</h2>


To read the full bio, click on the link in the photo above

<h1>☑️DISCLAIMER:</h1>
<h2>I am not affiliated in any way or get paid to promote this product. </h2>
<h2>I am looking forward to purchasing this machine in the future! At this time I make my own water as I am blessed to have access to a reverse osmosis machine. I do also add nutrients to. See my other Mag on healing and living naturally. </h2>
John Ellis Website disclaimer:
Since I am an Engineer not a Doctor, this information is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. Statements contained herein have not been evaluated by the Food &amp; Drug Administration. As in all health situations, as was done in this report, qualified professionals should be consulted.

Water That Cures Disease! Photo by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@johnnyb803?utm_source=magma&utm_medium=referral">Johnny Brown</a> on <a href="https://unsplash.com/?utm_source=magma&utm_medium=referral">Unsplash</a> — @undefined's mag on Magma

Home

Los Angeles

<h1>Amazon Nontoxic Kitchen Essentials</h1>
Navigating the kitchen can seem overwhelming when trying to use nontoxic products. As a general rule of thumb, I try and avoid plastics in the kitchen. Heat can cause plastics to leach chemicals and you want to keep these toxins away from food. Instead, I swap plastic items for food grade silicone or glass. 
Check out my favorites that you can find on my Amazon storefront in the Clean Kitchen tab.

Nontoxic Kitchen Essentials you need from Amazon Photo by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@jorgendejorge?utm_source=magma&utm_medium=referral">Jorge De Jorge</a> on <a href="https://unsplash.com/?utm_source=magma&utm_medium=referral">Unsplash</a> — @undefined's mag on Magma

Beauty

Personal

My current clean beauty favorites  — @undefined's mag on Magma

Find a Therapist:
<a href="https://mentalhealthmatch.com">Mental Health Match </a> 
<a href="https://twloha.com/find-help/">TWLOHA Find Help Tool</a> 
<a href="https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/drugs-and-treatments/talking-therapy-and-counselling/how-to-find-a-therapist/">UK: Mind Charity Find a Therapist</a> 

Hear other stories:
<a href="https://themighty.com/topic/mental-health/">The Mighty</a> 

Other Orgs focused on anxiety support &amp; research:
<a href="https://adaa.org">ADAA</a> 
<a href="https://www.anxietyuk.org.uk">Anxiety UK</a> 

App recommendations:
<a href="https://divethru.com">Dive Thru</a> 
<a href="https://happynotperfect.com">Happy Not Perfect</a> 
<a href="https://www.mooditude.app">Mooditude</a> 
<a href="https://calm.com">Calm app</a>
<a href="https://www.headspace.com">Headspace</a>

Anxiety: a quick guide  — @undefined's mag on Magma

Blogging

Muscle Lab

<h1><a href="https://musclelab.la/pages/infrared-sauna-in-los-angeles">Muscle Lab</a> </h1>
Muscle Lab is a muscle recovery and wellness lounge located in Pasadena, California. Your perfect post workout destination! Not only can you give your body the opportunity to rest and recover, you can also connect with like-minded individuals who hit the gym just as hard as you.
Growing up as an athlete I did not give myself enough time to rest. I was addicted what can I say. After sustaining several injuries, as an adult making sure I give my mind, body and soul the opportunity to recover is crucial. We only get one body and it’s important we make ourselves a priority.

<h1><a href="https://musclelab.la/pages/normatec-compression-in-los-angeles">Compression Therapy </a> </h1>
Muscle Lab has so many amazing services. For my first visit I tried compression therapy for the first time and I ended my session in their Infrared Sauna. I cannot recommend Muscle Lab enough.
Compression Therapy is known to increase mobility, reduce swelling and inflammation, prevent soreness, and increase blood circulation. Circulation is something I struggle with immensely. Due to my poor circulation I often struggle with muscle recovery, cold hands &amp; feet, and frequent numbness &amp; tingling. I tend to travel a lot during the holiday session. For some reason flying always leaves my legs feeling a bit tense. After one brief session, I feel amazing. I have been reluctant to intensely work out lately but now I can’t wait for my next training session.

<h1><a href="https://musclelab.la/pages/infrared-sauna-in-los-angeles">Infrared Sauna</a> </h1>
Infrared Saunas are known to promote weight loss, relieve sore muscles, reduce stress, fatigue and help with muscle aches. If you’re looking for a full body detox you’ve come to the right place. Infrared sauna therapy is able to heat your tissues directly and at a deeper level through the use of various wavelengths. Unlike standard sauna’s you can find in your local gym. By flushing out unwanted toxins you will notice an increase in your circulation, metabolism, sleep and so much more. The list of benefits you will receive during your session are endless.

<h2>When is the last time you made your recovery a priority?</h2>
<a href="https://musclelab.la/pages/infrared-sauna-in-los-angeles">Click Here</a> to learn more about <a href="https://instagram.com/musclelab?utm_medium=copy_link">@musclelab</a>

Muscle Lab — @undefined's mag on Magma

London

Self-love club sign up here 💌. Just give yourself a hug and set up new goals for the upcoming year for a brand new YOU. Be kind and have courage ♡.  — @undefined's mag on Magma

Mental Health

Music

<h1>NIRVANA.</h1>
In what world does Nirvana exist? By dictionary, Nirvana is a place of perfect peace and happiness, like heaven. In Hinduism and Buddhism, nirvana is the highest state that someone can attain, a state of enlightenment, meaning a person's individual desires and suffering go away. But how does one reach NIRVANA?

Nirvana - Lithium

<h1>MY NIRVANA</h1>
Lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid) is one of the most widely used and studied medications for treating bipolar disorder. Lithium helps reduce the severity and frequency of mania. It may also help relieve or prevent bipolar depression. Studies show that lithium can significantly reduce suicide risk. <a href="https://www.webmd.com/bipolar-disorder/guide/bipolar-disorder-lithium">(SOURCE.)</a> 
<h1>Lithium is my drug of choice. Lithium saved my life. </h1>

my nirvana 🙃  — @undefined's mag on Magma

Education

<h1>Wispy individual lash extensions </h1>

As you all know we have our own YouTube channel called Beauty by Mirka. 
One of our followers has asked for a wispy set with individual lash extensions instead of Russian volume. 
As we are in isolation I was unable to work on a real model but hopefully my tips and tricks will help you to create your own beautiful wispy set or Kim K lashes as some people call it. 
I was using our rose gold tweezers curved and straight one. You can purchase them from our website. Click on the link in the picture. 
Lashes are from Lashbase 0.07mm C curl 11mm - 15mm (5 lashes stuck together in rays) and from Oh My Lash 0.15mm C curl (8mm-13mm). 
I was using VO1 glue from Eyeluvlashes.

Wispy or Kim K Eyelash extensions with Individual Lashes

Wispy eyelash extensions with individual lashes 💖 — @undefined's mag on Magma

Philadelphia

<h1>Fried Rice</h1>

 <h2>Can be vegan or vegetarian &amp; is gluten free!</h2>

This is the best clean-out-your-fridge lunch. I highly recommend buying frozen, pre-cooked rice to have on hand!
Cook two eggs, or a few pieces of tofu to start. I like to pan fry these with a little avocado oil, salt and pepper. Then, find vegetables you want to use up. I usually opt for frozen broccoli and peas, but anything goes! Cook these in the same pan until soft, and then — add frozen rice! Cook until warm.
Add a few dashes of tamari sauce (gluten-free soy sauce), garlic powder, and sriracha if you have it.

<h1>Chia Pudding</h1>
<h2>For those sweet cravings</h2>

Lots of days, I swap breakfast and lunch and have a smoothie or pudding in place of a savory lunch. Chia pudding is a great base for flavorful, healthy, toppings that pack a nutritious punch.
To make - the following together:
2tbsp chia seeds
1 c almond milk
1-2tbsp maple syrup 
1 tsp vanilla
Let this sit in the fridge for 15 minutes — to overnight, if you make ahead. Top with fresh fruit, nuts, seeds, peanut butter, protein powder, granola, or chocolate chips. Or all of it ☺️

<h1>Mix Up Bowl</h1>
<h2>For the days you just need to put some things together</h2>
A key for me to having a healthy lunch option, is to have a few things ready for me to grab from. I never meal prep entire meals - it’s just not for me. But I do like to have a component or two ready for a meal or a snack. In this case - that component is the chickpeas, though you can do these day of!
You’ll first want to roast chickpeas with a little avocado oil and spices or herbs until a bit crispy. Use whatever you like — even if it’s just garlic and onion powder and salt!
To get some greens in - find what’s going on in your fridge and sauté that with a little apple cider vinegar. Kale, spinach, etc! If you have any leftover veggies you can heat up or roast if raw, the more the merrier.
I also like to have a grain/pseudo-grain like quinoa or rice. The frozen, pre-cooked options are easiest for me! Heat some of this up.
The finale here is a dressing. This is the second component I like to have ready for the week. I’ll either go vinaigrette or creamy. Here is one of my favorite options - a Dijon vinaigrette; just blend all of this together and store in a mason jar in the fridge.
½ tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 ½ tbsp red wine or apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp dijon mustard
½ tbsp coconut sugar, honey or maple syrup

3 easy lunches using foods you can keep on hand — @undefined's mag on Magma

Food

Lancaster

<h1>why soak &amp; sprout?</h1>
<h2>the benefits</h2>
Soaking and sprouting nuts, seeds, and grains can help to remove enzyme inhibitors such as phytates, which in turn - can greatly increase their nutrient bioavailability. AKA your ability to use the nutrients you eat.
In the plant world – phytates prevent premature germination and store the phosphorus that plants need to grow. The phosphorus packaged in phytates bonds to calcium, iron, magnesium and zinc, making them hard for the body to absorb. Enzyme inhibitors such as phytic acid, keep these foods in their dormant state, so their nutrients cannot be fully accessed until they are soaked and/or sprouted.
Our goal is to break down or reduce the phytates. Soaking, sprouting, fermenting, juicing, and blending can help us do that. 
When something is sprouted, or germinated - enzymes are released to break down anti-nutrients so that the stored starches and protein become available for the plant to grow - this process also prepares the nutrients in the legume to be more nutritious and easily absorbed for us as well. It will also increase the vitamin C and vitamin B content,while at the same time help reduce many of the enzyme inhibitors that can make phytate-containing foods irritating to the gut lining, and very hard to digest.
It’s interesting that many times if you have a sensitivity to something, you won’t notice it as strong when it is soaked and sprouted!
You can do the soaking and sprouting process yourself, or you can look for products at the grocery store that have completed this process for you! Just look for a notice on the label that says the grain, bean, etc. has been sprouted.

<h1>what is soaking?</h1>
Soaking helps to remove enzyme inhibitors so that the thing you are soaking can sprout (or, germinate), while also improving the digestion of these foods and the nutrients they contain.Soaking helps to break down the complex sugars, fats, and proteins into simpler constituents that are more easily assimilated by the body.
Lastly - you want to soak nuts and seeds to remove dust, residue from processing and shipping, and tannins, which will just make them taste better! 


 <h2>How To?</h2>

Use purified water to cover the nut, seed or legume you are soaking. I usually just use a glass mason jar or measuring cup. Ideally, soaking should be at room temperature and in general, denser nuts require longer soaking time.You want to soak a food until it is just soft enough, but never too long, or you risk the food becoming rancid or allowing mold to grow. Adding a bit of an acidic medium to the soaking water, such as lemon juice or vinegar, can also further aid in the removal of phytates.

<h1>what is sprouting?</h1>

It’s the germination of seeds and grains, which ultimately helps to improve their digestibility. The vitamin content and bioavailability of minerals will increase with sprouting. 

<h2>How to?</h2>
1. Rinse the seeds or grains well and pour into a jar
2. Then fill the jar at least 3⁄4 full of water
3. Soak overnight (but check timing for each specific item you soak!) at room temperature.
4. Pour out the water and seeds and rinse with fresh water and strain.
5. Return the seeds to the jar.
6. Cover the jar with cheesecloth and secure it with a rubber band.
7. Briefly turn the jar upside down to drain the remaining water.
8. Sprouts will begin to appear within 24 hours or so.
9. Make sure the sprouts stay moist. This is important so that they actually sprout! You can do this by rinsing and draining them 1-2 times each day until they have reached the desired growth you want. 
10. Rinse your sprouts before eating!

<h1>examples &amp; sprouting and soaking times </h1>

Almonds – soak 8-12 hours
Cashews – soak 2-6 hours
Walnuts – soak 4-7 hours
Sunflower Seeds – soak 6-8 hours

Adzuki Beans
1 cup will yield cups sprouts
Soak 8-12 hours
Sprout 3-5 days

Chia Seeds
1 cup will yield 1 1/2-2 cups gelled seeds
Soak 4 hours 
Sprout 1-4 days

Garbanzo Beans
1 cup will yield 2 cups sprouts
Soak 12-48 hours 
Sprout 2-4 days

Flax Seeds
1 cup seeds will yield 2 cups
Soak 6 hours
Sprout 1-5 days

Lentils
1 cup will yield 2 cups sprouts
Soak 8 hours
Sprout 2-3 days

Quinoa
1 cup seeds will yield 4 cups sprouts
Soak 3-4 hours
Sprout 2-3 days

<h1>Recipes</h1>


 <h2>Romaine Caesar Salad with Cashew Dressing, Crouton, Mushroom Anchovies and Almond Parmesan</h2>

Caesar dressing
¼ cup soaked cashews seeds
¼ cup water
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 celery stalk, chopped
2 tbsp tamari
½ tbsp miso
½ tbsp apple cider vinegar
Black pepper to taste
½ clove garlic
½ cup olive oil
Blend all ingredients, except olive oil, until smooth. Stream in olive oil while blending at low speed. Adjust salt to taste.
Serve on top of fresh romaine lettuce with the crouton, anchovies and parmesan below! Feel free to get creative with your salad and add roasted vegetables, tofu or protein of choice.

crouton
1 cup sunflower seeds or cashews, soaked
¼ cup water
½ tsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp nutritional yeast
½ tsp salt
Process all ingredients, in a food processor until smooth. Pour contents of processor into a bowl.
Spread mixture onto a silpat/parchment paper on a sheet pan and bake 10-20 minutes until crisp

Mushroom “anchovies”
½ tbsp tamari
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
½ tsp olive oil
½ cup sliced mushrooms
Mix tamari, vinegar, oil, and salt in a bowl, and add sliced mushrooms to coat. Add them to a baking sheet and bake on 350 until chewy, about 15 minutes.

“parmesan”
¼ cup almond flour
¼ cup nutritional yeast
1⁄4 tsp salt
Mix together and use to sprinkle on top of salad.

Let’s talk about why something would be soaked or sprouted - the benefits to you - and how to do it yourself! — @undefined's mag on Magma

<h1>Anxiety</h1>
With everything going on, it’s easy to feel anxious and stressed. These feelings are a physiological response in your body to a supposed threat or distressful stimulus. It is a natural response that can easily become all-consuming. 
Luckily, there are some simple tools you can employ to ease your nervous system out of panic ✨

<h1>Meditation</h1>
Meditation is a tool I will most likely include in all volumes of “Resetting the Mind”. Meditation and breath work help to calm your sympathetic nervous system from firing.
I’ve included three breathing exercises you can practice:
1. Place one hand on your heart and one on your stomach. Inhale for 4-5 seconds. Hold your breath at the top for 3 and then exhale it all out for 5. Try this for at least a minute. Ideally, for 5-10 minutes. When getting distracted come back to the counting. Another tool to stay present is keeping aware of how your hands feel on your body, rising and falling with your breath. 
2. When you feel anxiety creeping up, picture it as a wave. Feel the slow build, understand there is a peak, but remember there is always the fall. As you feel each step picture yourself as if you are riding that wave, or surfing it, and what it will feel like at the end when the water is calm again. 
Knowing these bold feelings will pass is helpful in substance abuse, trauma, anxiety, self-harm, and more. Try it out!
3. If meditation is something you’re familiar with, this exercise may be for you. Sit down comfortably for 5-10 minutes at least and practice mindful meditation. With every inhale state a positive affirmation. For anxiety, I’ll offer “I am safe” or “I am courageous”. With every exhale, let go of some of the negative hold and feel the release. 
With every exercise, be as nonjudgmental with your passing thoughts as you can. It’s normal to get distracted! Note your thoughts as they are, just thoughts. Then set them aside and continue with your grounding tools.

<h1>Make Your Own Stress Ball </h1>
If you’re feeling anxious or just want an at home craft to do! Get some tinfoil and roll it into a ball. Have some rubber bands on hand, colorful ones preferred 🌈. Gradually wrap the tinfoil until you reach the desired size and you have your own stress ball. The process can be therapeutic and fun. 
You can have some affirmations on hand to speak while making it, make one while watching tv, or speak to someone about how you’re feeling while in the process (this can make speaking about your feelings a little easier).

<h1>Walking</h1>
Another always helpful tool is getting out and walking. Exercising of any kind raises your endorphins, which are your body’s natural opiates. 
On top of the chemical reactions to getting up and getting moving, a walk can be a mindful and relaxing process as well. Try walking while taking in your surroundings non judgmentally. Breathe and take note of your present surroundings, the breeze around you, and the feeling of your feet grounded to the sidewalk or grass.

<h1>You’re Not Alone</h1>
You. Are. Not. Alone. 
We are all navigating a new reality that is taking a toll on our mental health. Lean on those who you can trust and have conversations with others. I think you’d be surprised how many people feel similar!

Tools to keep your anxiety at bay. — @undefined's mag on Magma

SPSG
spaceMVMNT Peer Support Group

Covering everything from Syrian refugee camps to the Academy Awards, Frank Elaridi is a 4-time Emmy-Award-Winning Journalist working mostly for ABC Network News and EXTRA TV. He can also be seen on Good Morning America and ABC’s digital platforms, most notably giving viewers a backstage look into Dancing With The Stars.
Frank wanted a place to tell the stories that he couldn’t tell on TV, so he created a YouTube channel with a focus on spirituality, as well as the best and latest treatments in health. Now called Modern Nirvana, the Youtube channel covers everything from people who have tapped into their pineal gland and can still see while completely blindfolded to the "real-life Thor" taking a DNA test. There you’ll also find his journey with plant medicine (ayahuasca) in Costa Rica, stem cell surgery to treat a shoulder injury and incredible videos of people around the world who have opened their third eyes!

SPSG tonight 6PM with Frank Elaridi — @undefined's mag on Magma

Calabasas

<h1>My Background</h1>
I am currently a Master’s student of Clinical Psychology and have learned a lot so far. I have also personally suffered from bouts of mild depression so I can relate and understand the difficulties in picking yourself up. 
Part of being a human being is experiencing the good, the bad, and the ugly. With everything going on in the world right now it is extra important to clear your mind and do daily check-ins with yourself. With my education and experience thus far, I have gathered a few easy tips to make this whole experience a little bit healthier and happier. 
Here’s to always finding the light ✨

<h1>Meditation</h1>
Meditation is a great tool for depression and anxiety. Psychologists have taken techniques from spiritual practices like meditation and worked them into treatment in an attempt to be more mindful.
Benefits of meditation include: stress reduction, acceptance of self and others, improves coping capabilities, cognition, and relationships. Physically it lowers blood pressure and reactivity. 
Meditation can also be a way for you to experience your emotions and feelings in a non-judgmental way. Simply noticing them as present and letting them pass through without trying to judge or fix them. 
There are also so many resources, for free, that can help you achieve a practice. One of my favorites is shown below. Aliya Daniels can be found on Instagram as @moveandmindful. She is a breath work and yoga instructor whose focus is mindfulness and healing.

I have also heard great things about apps like headspace and calm. There are also meditation classes on YouTube, Peloton (if you have an account), and UnPlug (a meditation studio in Los Angeles that has online sessions). Even 10 minutes a day can help re-center your thoughts and emotions.

<h1>Get Moving</h1>
It is so important to get up and get your body moving when you are feeling down. That can be a walk, yoga, spin, whatever works for you. For me I feel best when I move doing yoga. It helps me calm my mind.

Spending time in the outdoors can also be therapeutic. Some cultures actually refer to it as “forest bathing”. Being in nature, breathing fresh air, or hearing birds chirping have a very calming effect. Going to the beach, camping, going for a walk, anything that involves movement and/or the outdoors is so healing.

<h1>Lean on Your People</h1>
Sometimes when you are feeling down talking to others is the last thing you want to do. But, it does help. Whether you are talking about what you’re feeling or not, reaching out to friends and loved ones can help snap you out of that funk.

Allow yourself to be open to others light and love. Either they’ll shed some strength onto you or you may be surprised to know you’re not alone. Opening up to those you trust can sometimes bring clarity. It can help knowing you’re not alone in feeling this way. Especially now when the whole world is going through major change.

<h1>Find Gratitude </h1>
This journal has helped me so much. Every day you list what made you smile, what you’re grateful for and what you want to remember about that day. It takes around 30 days to form a habit so writing in here every day makes you see the world from a more positive lens. Next thing you know you are smiling more and finding gratitude even in the mundane.

<h1>Take a Day</h1>
And sometimes it’s important to just let yourself heal. That can mean lounging in comfy clothes and watching New Girl, for me at least. 
You can absolutely allot yourself a mental health day, whatever that looks like for you. 
The important thing is to keep those boundaries with yourself. If you are taking a day to let things out and veg, make sure you don’t fall into the habit of becoming reclusive. Making a plan and letting others know you’re taking a day can help secure those boundaries. Taking a day is simply doing the things that make you smile, let you de-stress and gather your emotions. 
If interested, you can find further instructions on how to take a proper mental health day here: <a href="https://www.verywellmind.com/when-and-how-to-take-a-mental-health-day-3144754">https://www.verywellmind.com/when-and-how-to-take-a-mental-health-day-3144754</a>

<h1>What’s Your Hobby?</h1>

Do what makes you happy. When I’m stressed or feeling down I like doing yoga, getting outside to hike, reading a good book and most of all baking! I find baking incredibly therapeutic for me. 
If you have a hobby that has no agenda other than making your soul happy, do that.

<h1>Cuddle With a Dog</h1>
If you’re a dog person, like I am, cuddling with your dog can make a world of a difference. Lean on your pet and let them bring you that joy they bring to you every day!
If you don’t have a pet you can ask a friend to hang out with theirs or go to the shelter and give some love to those that need it like you do.

<h1>If you or someone you know needs help. </h1>
Depression (and anxiety) are on the rise during this time. Here are some resources if you feel you need an extra hand:
<a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists">https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists</a>
<a href="https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline">https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline</a>
<a href="https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/education-awareness/shareable-resources-on-depression.shtml">https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/education-awareness/shareable-resources-on-depression.shtml</a>
<a href="https://nndc.org/resource-links/">https://nndc.org/resource-links/</a>

A little guidance during these tough times. You do your best when you feel your best, take care of your mind, body, and soul. — @undefined's mag on Magma

<h1>Tips that have helped me stay sane during this quarantine.</h1>
1. Focus on your relationship - work on making your relationship foundation strong before adding to it. To see tips to keep your relationship alive in quarantine <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B_nlnUsFKlW/?igshid=h9nnt3bxiprm">click here </a>
2. Prep - use this time to get your birth plan together, pack your hospital bag, start ordering necessities and getting your nursery together.
3. Relaxation - make time each day to do something for your mind like mediation, yoga, take a bath, or go for a walk.
4. Control what’s in your control- so much is out of our control at this point so focus on what you can control. Stay healthy, exercise, maintain a healthy diet, and get enough sleep.

Preg in a pandemic — @undefined's mag on Magma

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 <h1>Migraines? Panic attacks? Insomnia? Anxiety?</h1>
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If any of those happen to you more than once a week you should listen to your body!
When you feel down, anxious and stressed- your body lets you know that it’s time to stop ✋🏼 and take a deep breath.
I know this, because I am 25 and I have my own business, which is my life right now. I have a problem of overworking myself to the point of no return. I am a perfectionist and unless I’m 100% satisfied I won’t stop 🤦🏻‍♀️
I get very overwhelmed and I start having panic attacks and horrible migraines. This is how MY body tells me to stop. (Clearly, you can tell my body tried with smaller things before...) 
The whole quarantine situation is very overwhelming for majority of people for various reasons. So, I hope that you will enjoy this video and you can even use it for your meditations. 
Listen to your body and Namastay at home 🤗

S

How not to loose it on Quarantine — @undefined's mag on Magma

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<h1>La Mom Magazine </h1>
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San Jose

Start your day with your desk being clean and aesthetically pleasing. I know it sounds silly, but this really does help your workday routine flow better!

<h1>Add a lunch break to your calendar</h1>
It’s so important to create a distinct balance for yourself + create habit. This will help keep you sane and can even be time to spend with your roommate/partner.

<h1>Go get some fresh air at least twice during your work day.</h1>

Okay... so maybe your backyard doesn’t look like this. But the point is, take a walk, hear some birds chirping, get some endorphins circulating in your body.

<h1>Turn off your computer and do something silly. Like this!</h1>
It’s so easy to fall into habit of working until you go to sleep since your home is now your office. Give yourself strict guidelines of when your work should be put away for the day.

WFH 101 — @undefined's mag on Magma

<h1>Zen House Founders </h1>
“My mission is to co-create high impact and sustainable communities consisting of leaders, entrepreneurs and creatives through powerful authentic sharing, listening and connecting.”

Sean Rimokh
Co-Founder | Zen Circles


"My mission is to co-create a world of culture, vitality, abundance, and love through embodying my greatness and inspiring the greatness of the people inside and outside of my community.“

Enrico Moses
Co-Founder|Zen Circles

<h1>Our Philosophy:</h1>
Entrepreneurial, Leaders, and Creatives are looking for a place to come and connect on a deeper level. We give them an opportunity to be seen, to be heard, to listen, and to connect. In a time where so many people wear masks, we create a safe space to be your true-authentic-self.

<h2>Where Zen Circles Comes from? </h2>
Zen circles was founded three years ago in the homes of our members and has been a grassroots community that sustained itself through donations. The founders, Enrico and Sean, have now decided to bring Zen Circles into an environment that will elevate the brand and scale its community. 
We have culminated multi disciplinary techniques through years of training that range from trainings/workshops including The Mankind Project, Insight Los Angeles, The Landmark Forum, Meditation, Nonviolent Communication Training, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) and Active Listening techniques to mention a few.

<h2>⁣How would you describe yourself as a Creative, Leader and/or Entrepreneur?</h2>
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I would definitely describe myself as a creative professional, but the most simple way to put it is that I'm a storyteller. I develop and produce podcasts and unscripted television.⠀

<h2>How would you describe yourself as a Creative, Leader and/or Entrepreneur?⠀⠀</h2>
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I would say I'm a creative, but I'm also training to be a mental health professional, with a specific eye towards helping individuals in the creative and entrepreneurial fields.

<h2>How would you describe a Zen Circle to friends and/or associates?⠀⠀</h2>
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A circle where people get vulnerable and work on parts of themselves through inquiry with self and other.

<h2>How would you describe yourself as a Creative, Leader and/or Entrepreneur?⠀</h2>
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I’m a visionary who is scrappy and resourceful with what I have access to. I exist to encourage and inspire people to live out their best life and stay the course. I am someone that values creativity and believes we all have uniques gifts of creativity that shows up in different ways.⠀

<h2>What did you like about the Zen Circle and why?</h2>

I loved hearing about everyone's experiences, understanding backgrounds and how they got to where they are.

<h2>What did you like about the Zen Circle and why?⠀</h2>
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Meeting new people I would probably never get to meet on the day to day basis. Getting some new perspective, and collaborating with new and exciting people⠀

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