“One evening an old Cherokee told his grandson about a battle that goes on inside people.
He said, “My son, the battle is between two “wolves” inside us all.
One is Evil. It is anger, envy, jealousy, sorrow, regret, greed, arrogance, self-pity, guilt, resentment, inferiority, lies, false pride, superiority, and ego.
The other is good. It is joy, peace, love, hope, serenity, humility, kindness, benevolence, empathy, generosity, truth, compassion and faith.”
The grandson thought about it for a minute and then asked his grandfather: “Which wolf wins?”
The old Cherokee simply replied, “The one you feed.” Author unknown
This story of the Cherokee Indian resonates with many of us. God gave us the gift of free will, so that we could make our own choices. Galatians 6:7-8 tells us “For whatever a man sows, that he will also reap. For he who sows to his flesh will of the flesh reap corruption, but he who sows to the Spirit will of the Spirit reap everlasting life.” Like the parable of the wolves, God gave us the free will to choose which wolf we would feed. Ultimately, he wants us to feed the lighter wolf—the wolf of joy, the wolf of peace, of love, of kindness, of truth and compassion and of faith. Feeding this wolf requires patience.
It requires self reflection. It is a practice of which we must constantly be mindful. Feeding the darker wolf who lives within us is far easier. This darker wolf represents sin. The wolf of anger, of ego, of self-pity and arrogance, of resentment and false pride—that proverbial wolf is far easier for many of us to feed. The key is being mindful of the balance between the two and making a conscious CHOICE each day to feed the right one. Which wolf will you feed today? Be Well.
While I don’t often write about the chronic pain associated with my connective tissue disorder, Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, those who know me know that it is a daily struggle to put on a smile and act like the pain isn’t there. I mask it well, sometimes too well, and others see me as “normal.” In truth, my body aches all over, 365 days a year. That’s my normal. I tire easily and my joints dislocate or sublex at the most inopportune times. When I need relief, I need it yesterday.
When I try to explain my pain to others I liken it to a REALLY good workout, the kind where you have trouble sitting on the toilet the next day to go to the bathroom because your muscles are so sore, so badly you contemplate just how important it is that your relieve yourself or just hold it. For eternity. You know that pain! My pain feels like that every day, but I don’t have the satisfaction of knowing my muscles will be stronger as a result of my hard work. The pain felt after a workout, or in my case as a result of a chronic disorder, triggers an anti-inflammatory response in our body. The response in turn triggers a process of tissue regeneration intended to heal our bodies and make them stronger.
Emily Saige proudly presents Relief to address our aches and discomfort. Taken once or twice per day, RELIEF is offered in a one ounce, 30ml bottle. In addition to 1,025 mg of organic CBD, this THC free tincture includes powerful terpenes known for their anti-inflammatory properties.
Relief. For aches and discomfort.
Why Delta 3 Carene?
Extracted from Cedar, which is considered the most sacred tree in Native American beliefs as a symbol of strength, wisdom, and abundance. As an oil it is used in holistic remedies for its anti-inflammatory properties to relieve joint and muscle pain and for its soothing and calming effect on the mind.
Why Eucalyptol?
Sourced from eucalyptus plants, it was first used by the Aborigines in Australia to relieve pain and reduce inflammation who also used its oils topically on the skin to reduce muscle pain, soreness, and swelling.
Why Humulene?
Found in ginseng and ginger, Humulene is used in holistic remedies as an effective anti-inflammatory and appetite suppressant. Used in Asia for thousands of years, ginseng is used by modern Western herbalists to gently stimulate and strengthen the central nervous system for fighting fatigue, physical exertion, weakened of mind and body and prolonged emotional stress.
Directions for Use:
Shake well before each use. Sublingual placement is the best way for CBD to absorb into your system. We recommend dosing the drops under your tongue and waiting 39 seconds before sealing the tincture. Begin with .75ml and, if needed, increase to 1500ml. Take a relief in the morning, with or without food and 30 minutes before bedtime to aid in helping relieve aches and discomfort.
Keep out of reach of children. Store in a cool dry place, away from heat, direct sunlight and humidity. Use only if safety desk on the bottle is intact. As with any herbal supplement, if you are pregnant, nursing, have or suspect your have a medical condition or are taking medications, consult with your physician before use.
Cost
Relief Launches soon at a price of 89.95 and offered at a preferred rate of $80.96.
Origin
Emily Saige products are made with love in the USA. Grown by small batch farmers in Colorado and packaged and shipped from Michigan. Emily Saige products are THC free, vegan, gluten free, organic, and cruelty free. Each bottle of calm is marked with a COA accessible by a QR CODE on the top of the box.
These statement in this article regarding RELIEF have not been evaluated by the FDA. The product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.
Im a Faith based Wellness Advisor in New Hope Visit Be Well New Hope on Facebook and Instagram, @bewellnewhope
When an airplane is crashing and the oxygen masks are deployed from the overhead compartments, passengers are instructed to first administer the oxygen mask to themselves before assisting loved ones around them.
Of all the titles we wear, the role of caretaker we take most seriously. So it’s no wonder that the airlines’ directive goes against our reasoning. Our instinct tell us to instead save our loved ones first and then tend to our own needs. Whether caring for children, a spouse, or an elderly relative, we generally make great self sacrifices with the mindset that our loved ones will need the oxygen first, and we are stronger and can survive longer without it. We sacrifice our wellbeing because we believe it helps them.
In our attempt to protect those around us, we ironically do our loved ones AND ourselves a disservice when we help them first. It’s not selfish to put the mask on first. It is self preservation. If we can’t be at our best, the loved ones around us are left with our second best. Given their reliance on us to provide for them and protect them, our second best means that they suffer, too.
Sometimes being the hero means putting on the oxygen mask first. In terms of self care, this means allowing time for yourself when you feel overwhelmed, when you feel as if your flight is crashing. Practice mindfulness, read a book , take a walk, take a hot steaming shower or bath, sip a cup of coffee, walk aimlessly through Target with no one around you. Allow yourself silence. Allow yourself to breathe. Put the oxygen mask on yourself. Self care is giving the world the best of you instead of what’s left of you.
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Wellness Advisor, New Hope, PA 