Solar Powered Tent

Make roughing it a little less rough by harnessing the power of the Sun to give your tent some juice. This solar-powered tent will provide you with 2 to 4 hours of light via the built-in LED lights after soaking up 4 to 6 hours of sunlight, allowing you to avoid nasty things like campfires and flashlights while you get ready to hunker down for the night. Unfortunately the energy harnessed is only for those lights, with no outlet for your laptop or iPod provided. Really, what's the point of going camping if you can't juice up your laptop? Just be careful to make sure all your food is put away tightly before you hop in the tent, lest your high-tech shelter becomes a beacon for bears. Half-assed outdoorsmanship can be yours in 4- or 6-person sizes

Tent Highlights:

• EZ-Tent system for simple set up
• 7″ (18 cm) solar panel is placed on the top of the tent’s hub and clicked into place. Fly is then placed on top of solar panel & tent, and sun will charge the panel through the clear PVC window at the top of the fly
• Solar panel comes with case to be stored safely in tent duffle bag
• Integrated LED rope lights line the top of the tent on the inside and a centre removable hand-held flashlight can be taken down or left as centre light
• Automatic function allows lights to be able to come on as the sun sets, if desired
• Solar panels can be charged in direct or indirect light; will take approx 4-6 hours of direct light to yield 2-4 hours tent light; 8-10 hours of indirect light to yield 2-4 hours tent light
• Solar panel can also be used independently to charge batteries

Babies Names

Meaning and origin of name..
The way a name sounds is not all to consider. You might also look at what a name means. Origin may be important to maintain ties to your family history or past. You may never have been to Ireland but feel proud of your heritage and want to consider a traditionally Irish name for your baby.

How does the name sound..
Say the name out loud. Try saying it to others. A name you like on paper may end up being a real tongue twister. On the other hand, a name you may not have been fond of can start to grow on you the more you say it. A name that rhymes may sound cute at first but in the long run it sounds funny.

Don't be afraid to be unique...
You may not want your son to be one of three Mathews in class. However, remember that a unique name that is overly cute or trendy will not be so cute when your child is grown and has to explain the rationale behind their now, very odd name. If having a different sounding name is not what you want, you may want to consider foreign spelling variations of a name. Take the name Gerrit as an example. Gerrit is the Dutch spelling of the English name Garret.

Picking a name for your new baby boy or girl may be one of the more important decisions you will have to face. Remember that the name is what identifies your baby for the rest of his or her life, so choose wisely!

The most important thing is to find a name you both feel positive about. Congratulations! We wish you all the best!

Climbing Ropes

Care of your climbing rope? Do not step on it, and don't let anyone else step on it. The abrasion and dirt will weaken the climbing rope. Keep your climbing rope dry, even if it is water resistant. They become more susceptible to abrasion when wet. The abrasion causes it to lose strength. You can purchase a water resistant treatment for your climbing rope. Water resistant treatments are sometimes called a "hydrophobic" treatment. When you finish climbing, wipe your rope with a moist cloth. Store it in a cool, dark, and dry location. Keep the climbing rope clean. If you need to wash it, use cold water and a rag. Dry it by hanging it on a clothesline. Check your rope. Before climbing, look for signs of wear or damage.

Climbing ropes are literally a life-line in rock climbing or mountaineering. They are also a symbol of trust between your climbing partner and yourself. In order for a rope to perform the way it is meant to, you must do your part in maintaining your dynamic climbing ropes properly. The following will guide you in preventing damage to your rope, keeping your rope clean, storing your rope properly as well as how to decide when your rope should be retired.

Climbing ropes are made to absorb the force of a fall. To absorb the force of a fall, ropes must stretch. The ability of a climbing rope to stretch is called the dynamic quality. Climbing ropes stretch under impact force, but should remain static under a load. The Union Internationale Des Association D'Apinisme (UIAA) provides a testing standard for climbing ropes. To pass the minimum requirements, ropes must not break after 5 test falls with 12 kN impact force.

Hiking Shoes

Most people do not really know what to look for when they go to purchase their first pair of hiking shoes. At best they are probably going to be guided by brand recognition and what they have seen advertised in magazines and such. But this is a buying decision that should really be guided by the type of hiking that you are intending to do. For example, boots made by popular brands are probably ideal for people who intend to do light hiking on well worn paths. In other words, no need to get fancy or sophisticated if you are not going to be pushing yourself out on the trails much.

On the other hand, if you are going to be blazing some serious trails out there then you might want to step up to real backpacking boots. These will be a bit more rugged and probably more expensive then other options, but they will be well worth it for you if you are really going to hit some challenging terrain.

You should make sure that any hiking shoes you buy are made of genuine leather, as it is more breathable and durable than imitation products. If you are serious about hiking then you should not scrimp on the shoes as they are your most important piece of gear by far. Spend the extra money and get a quality product that will last for years. In fact you will probably save money in the long run by spending more up front, as the quality hiking boots will last long enough to pay for themselves a few times over in most cases.

Popcorn Machine

A popcorn machine, also frequently called a popcorn maker, is quite simply a plug-in machine that turns un-popped kernels into delicious popcorn! The machine produces a faster, healthier alternative to microwave bag popcorn - and one which is more delicious to boot.

The Benefits of Buying a Popcorn Machine

There are a number of benefits of buying your own popcorn machine, as opposed to buying packets from a shop, or using making popcorn in your microwave. These include:

1. Health Benefits: Although it is possible to make popcorn in your microwave, these machines pop with air, not oil, meaning a lower-calorie and healthier snack. Compared to shop bought popcorn the home-made version is much healthier, and does not contain all of the excess fats and additives.
2. Speed: It is also much quicker than any other method, as they allow you to produce around 6-10 cups of popcorn every minute - ideal when there are a group of you about to put on a movie.
3. Efficiency: Unlike a microwave, a popcorn maker does not leave large amounts of un-popped kernels.
4. Cost: Buying a popcorn machine works out far cheaper - especially in the long-term. Most models also come with at least one years' guarantee, so you do not have to worry about having to buy a replacement during this period.
5. Taste: Taste is always important, and by using a popcorn maker you are guaranteed the most delicious snack. Many machines have air vents to allow moisture to escape, meaning a crisp, tasty end result. You are also able to add oil and salt to your taste, rather than being forced to eat whatever a manufacturer decides to add to it.

Yamaha Sniper 135

• DiASil (die-cast aluminum cylinder) which has better heat conductance to dissipate excessive heat easily.
• Lighter forged piston
• Roller bearing rocker arms with less friction than typical rocker arms.
• 4-valve water-cooled engine - The 4-valve engine configuration provides better volumetric efficiency compared with other 4-st
  roke moped models which uses 2-valve engine design, enabling the engine to produce higher torque at high rpm. However, the engine displacement of 135cc limits the ability of air-cooling system while retaining the small kapchai design at the same time, therefore water-cooling system which has better cooling efficiency is used.
• Fuel injection (2008 Yamaha Spark 135i in Thailand o
  nly) for less dirtier emission and better efficiency than the carbureted version.
• Carburetor with throttle position sensor and accelerator pump (other countries) - The Y135LC uses Mikuni VM22 carburetor equipped with throttle position sensor for more precise ignition timing, increasing the engine's efficiency, and also an accelerator pump for better acceleration and instant response during take-off.
• Catalytic converter - Even though most 4-stroke kapchai models are capable to surpass strict emission standards without even using the catalytic converters, Yamaha has taken an initiative to install a catalytic converter to the Y135LC to surpass even stricter emission standards in the future.
• Sport rims with tubeless tires (standard for Malaysian models only)

2008 Yamaha Sniper 135

Specifications

Engine
Type: Liquid cooled 4-stroke,SOHC
Cylinder arrangement: Single cylinder
Displacement: 134.4 cc
Bore x stroke: 54.0 x 58.7mm
Compression ratio: 10.9 : 1
Maximum horse power: 8.45kW @ 8500rpm
Maximum torque: 11.65 N.m @ 5500rpm
Starting system type: Electric starter and kickstarter
Lubrication system: Wet sump
Radiator capacity(including all routes): 0.6 li
Air filter type: Dry paper filter element
Carburetor Type/Fuel supply: VN22*1
Ignition system type: DC CDI
Spark plug model: CPR8EA,U24EPR-9

Drive Train
Primary reduction system: Gear
Primary reduction ratio: 69/24 2.875
Secondary reduction system: Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio: 39/15 2.600
Clutch type: Wet, multiple-disc and centrifugal automatic
Transmission type: Constant mesh 4-speed
Operation: Left foot operation
Gear ratio-1st gear: 34/12 (2.833)
Gear ratio-2nd gear: 30/16 (1.875)
Gear ratio-3rd gear: 23/17 (1.353)
Gear ratio-4th gear: 23/22 (1.045)

Chassis
Frame type: Diamond
Caster angle: 25.5°
Trail: 75mm
Brake type (Front): Hydraulic single disc brake
Brake type (Rear): Drum brake (Leading, trailing)
Inside diameter of drum / Effective radius of disc (Front): φ192
Inside diameter of drum / Effective radius of disc (Rear): φ130
Suspension type (Front): Telescopic fork
Suspension type (Rear): Swing arm
Shock absorber assembly type (Front): Coil spring/oil damper
Shock absorber assembly type (Rear): Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel (Front): 100 mm
Wheel travel (Rear): 90 mm
Tire size (Front): 70/90-17M/C 38P
Tire size (Rear): 80/90-17M/C 44P

Electrical
Battery voltage/capacity: 12V 5.0Ah
Battery Type: YB5L-B
Headlight bulb type: Krypton bulb
Headlight: 1, 12V, 32W/32W
Auxiliary light: 2, 12V, 5.0W
Brake/tail light: 1, 12V, 21.0W/5.0W
Turn signal light (Front): 2, 12V, 10.0W
Turn signal light (Rear): 2, 12V, 10.0W

Dimension/weight/capacity
Overall length: 1945mm
Overall width: 705mm
Overall height: 1065mm
Seat height: 770mm
Wheelbase: 1245mm
Minimum ground clearance: 140mm
Dry (without oil and fuel): 103.0kg
Wet (with oil and a full fuel tank): 109.0kg
Fuel tank capacity: 4.0L
Engine oil capacity: 1.1L

Top 20 Women's Self Defense Tips

Women are the targets of 90 % or more of all assaults from domestic violence to date rape to street crimes-just a fact. Guys you should be aware of these tips too. They'll work for you and you can pass them along to the women in your life.

1. Get a self-defense program in place.

2. Get a self-defensive attitude. This will enhance your self-confidence and power to fight back. Building confidence in your ability to defend your self shows thru.

3. Use common sense and restraint. Everyone has choices on where they go and how they get there. Keep to well lit areas, go with a buddy, avoid dangerous areas.

4. Learn how to avoid a fight. It takes two to tangle. Take the high road and walk away when given the opportunity.

5. Keep practicing. The self-defense skills you learn should become second nature.

6. Be aware of where you are.

7. Hitchhiking is dangerous-use buses or taxis.

8. Never act or appear to be an easy target. Don't look like victim. Most guys who assault women are not all that smart but they are not stupid either. Someone who is walking with their head down and an uncertain gait presents an easy target.

9. Have body language that exudes self-confidence.

10. Start screaming your head off. Then try biting, scratching eyes-anything you can do to defend your self.

11. Trust your instincts. Women especially are blessed with an uncanny knack for sensing things. They should use and trust that instinct. When you get a shiver down your spine be ready to react.

12. Get a survivor mentality. This starts with developing an awareness of your surroundings and aware of the fact that women are potential targets all their lives.

13. Don't become paranoid. Just be aware!!

14. Your priorities are survival and escape. You don't get style points. Fight dirty.

15. React quickly. An assault situation demands a speedy response not where's my pepper spray.

16. Use anything you can get your hands on as a self defense weapon. A pen in your purse, keys, your fingernails-anything that might cause some damage.

17. Don't be a provocative target. Getting drunk or high on drugs is akin to asking for trouble-even when with friends.

18. Learn some basic points on the body that yield the results you want. Eye gouges, groin kicks, the heal of the hand to the base of the nose, a hard punch to the ear all will get you a release.

19. Having a stun gun is not enough. Learn and know how to use them and practice using them. They will give you from 3-15 minutes to escape to get help or just escape and survive.

20. Your life is at stake here. I can't stress this enough practice different scenarios so when (not if) the time comes you instinctively know what to do and it just happens reflexively.

Following these tips may end up saving your life. Remember the old saying "walk softly and carry a nasty pepper spray."

Motherhood Ruins Your College Friendships

The joys of motherhood can often be shadowed by the pain of ruined friendships. Sometimes motherhood has a way of ruining college friendships. The following is a look at when motherhood ruins your college friendships, and what you can do about it.

Why it happens: The first thing you have to address is why it happens. The biggest reason that being a mom can ruin a college friendship is because if you are a mom, and your friends are not, your lives are on different tracks. They are in the career world, or out at clubs, etc. and you are up to your elbows in laundry, dirty diapers, and finding the right preschool. Your interests and priorities in life are suddenly very, very different. You no longer relate on the same level because you are not longer on the same level. Instead of being able to talk for hours on end, you usually end up sitting around with nothing to talk about. Basically, if you are a mom and they are not, or if they are a mom, and you are not, life is different.

How to make the results less painful: Many people feel a great void when they lose their college friends because they now have kids. While their kids bring them fulfillment and joy, it is still hard to not have as many friends, or to lose friendships that were once so strong. So, one of the things you can do to lessen the impact of the blow is to make new friends that are moms as well. You are not going to relate as well to those who are not moms, so if you lose one friend to motherhood, make another because of it. This really helps. Another thing you can do is simply fill the void with your child. You can take mom and me classes, teach them things, or spend time focusing on them that you would have spent going out with friends.

Protecting yourself from friendship loss: While the above suggestions work well, sometimes the best thing you can do for yourself is simply not to let your college friendships fall victim to motherhood. The following are three tips for helping you maintain college friendships, even after you have children:

1. Have kid-free outings with friends. If you get together with your friends, leave your children at home. Pay for a sitter. While your friends may think your kids are cute, and enjoy a moment or two with them, they are not going to want a shopping trip hauling kids around, or a movie where they are dealing with shushing kids up so they do not bother other movie-goers. So, when you do get together, don't take your kids unless they ask you to bring them along.

2. Don't lose your identity to only being "mom". One reason the friendships get ruined is because you have changed a lot. If you want to keep your friendships up, then don't lose your identity. Maintain the things that keep you unique. If you are only "mom" then your friends may not want or need your company.

3. Talk about things besides your kids. When you talk on the phone with your friends, when you are out with them, when you run into them at the supermarket, talk about politics, weather, past memories, the latest fashion, etc. DO NOT spend every second talking about the adorable things you kids did and said. It is not nearly as adorable to them, and can actually be obnoxious.

The New Sign of the Zodiac - OPHIUCHUS

This is the Zodiac as some astrologers believe it should be:

OPHIUCHUS - The New Sign of the Zodiac

ARIES = APRIL 19 - MAY 13
TAURUS = MAY 14 - JUNE 19
GEMINI = JUNE 20 - JULY 20
CANCER = JULY 21 - AUG 9
LEO = AUGUST 10 - SEPTEMBER 15
VIRGO = SEPTEMBER 16 - OCTOBER 30
LIBRA = OCTOBER 31 - NOVEMBER 22
SCORPIO = NOVEMBER 23 - NOVEMBER 29
OPHIUCHUS = NOVEMBER 30 - DECEMBER 17
SAGITTARIUS = DECEMBER 18 - JANUARY 18
CAPRICORN = JANUARY 19 - FEBRUARY 15
AQUARIUS = FEBRUARY 16 - MARCH 11
PISCES = MARCH 12 - APRIL 18

Witches

Do you why witches do not wear panties?
To give them a better grip on their Brooms, That's why they are always laughing they tickling :)

Warcraft Best Talent Builds

You are about to learn the Best Mage Talents for World of Warcraft. As you know there are many different variables to consider when you're building a mage in World of Warcraft. For example, if you build a mage specifically for PvP play, the talents you choose will be very different from the talents you choose for a mage made for running raids. There are benefits and issues with pretty much each part of every mage talent build you come across.

Mage Talent - Frost Tree Build

One of the most important things to remember when you're choosing your mage talents is that your frost tree will be the most mana-efficient. However, while you will be able to cast more frost spells, these spells won't do as much damage as fire or arcane spells, so you really want to decide which is most important: being able to churn out a lot of damage or being able to cast many spells quickly. Once you know which is more important to you, you'll be able to select a mage talent build that works best for you.

Mage talents are also unique because you'll find many builds which spend a large number of talents on more than one tree. This is because if you choose the right combination of talents, you'll be able to pick the ones with the largest benefits and add other talents to them to help mitigate the problem areas.

Typically you'll want a frost build while you're soloing, especially if this is your first mage or while you're in the starting areas. Frost talents are the simplest, most basic way to level a mage, although if you're a more experienced player, there are plenty of arcane talent trees which are very effective in PvP. The key is selecting which talents offset each other and work together the best. And remember, you'll want to use your mage talents spread across at least two of the three talent trees, even more so than with other types of characters, although you'll still want to have a main focus on one talent tree.

Mage Talents - Fire Build

When you start looking at mage talents on the builds geared towards raiding, you really start to see fire talents take over or at least have a strong representation. Other builds favor arcane talents, with a dash of fire and a dash of frost thrown in.

The selection of mage talents is also a very personal decision by the time you reach level 80. Each player has his or her own PvP style, and the mage can really deal some damage if you know how to play it. As you choose your mage talents, don't forget to keep in mind your casting time on the various spells and cooldown time. The key is to balance your mage talents with these two issues while keeping mana cost in mind. If something isn't working well with the talent tree you've got now, throw down a little gold and re-spec. There are so many different ways to build your mage talents that the possibilities are endless, and you'll know you've got it right when other players have a hard time beating you.

Honda CR-Z

Here is the latest from Green Car Congress. The production version of the media's favorite Honda FCX will be presented at the upcoming Los Angeles Auto Show.

That can only mean one thing. The fuel cell-powered vehicle is poised to go from concept to retail sometime in 2008. The news comes straight from Honda President and CEO Takeo Fukui, who made the announcement at the Tokyo Auto Show today.

Of course, the main focus of the automaker's global market ambitions will be on its continued commitment to hybrid technologies. According to the report, "Honda expects hybrids to account for 10% of its global vehicle sales by 2010--about 5 times the current level."

The most vivid of examples of that development would be Honda CR-Z (above). Scheduled to be released in 2009, the sports coupe is powered by Honda's trusted gas-electric IMA hybrid system and signifies the automaker's attempt to improve on the rather unsuccessful Honda Insight.

‘CR-Z’ stands for ‘Compact Renaissance Zero’-an expression intended to capture the idea of a renaissance in the design of compact cars that begins anew from fundamentals.

This design research model of a lightweight hybrid sports car features advanced technologies that deliver enjoyable driving for all while reducing the vehicle’s environmental footprint.

Exterior design

Designed to be ‘Futuristic and Dynamic’, the CR-Z combines powerful performance in a compact form with a futuristic image. For its frontal view, an over-sized grill with a high-performance look is offset by openings on each side that lighten the overall feel. In the rear, tube-shaped rear combination lamps ensure better rearward visibility. Design details emphasizing the CR-Z’s advanced image include door mirrors that provide high visibility in a stylish form, LED headlights patterned after luminous bodies to convey a sharp impression, and jauntyfin-shaped.

General Specifications
Country Of Origin		Japan
Year Of Introduction		2007
Base Price When New		N.A
Miles Per Gallon		N.A
Body Type		N.A
Curb Weight		N.A
Powertrain Layout		Mid-Engine/RWD
Transmission		6-Speed Sequential
Engine
Configuration		V6
Displacement		N.A
Power		300 bhp
Torque		N.A
BHP / Liter		N.A
BHP / Weight		N.A
Redline		N.A
Performance
Top Speed		N.A
0 - 62 mph		N.A
0 - 100 mph		N.A
0 - 250 mile		N.A
Skidpad		N.A
Braking, 62-0 mph		N.A
Slalom Speed		N.A

Quit Smoking Marijuana

Marijuana is an illegal drug. This drug is derived from the marijuana plant and is a mild sedative and hallucinogen.

Frequent use of marijuana is proven to cause mental stress and illnesses in the long term. There are many other harmful effects of the long term usage of this drug.

Various countries throughout the world and some states in the US have legalized its use for medical purposes leading to an increase in popularity. There are many people who have got easier access to this now.

Deciding to quit smoking marijuana is a good decision but it is not easy to break your normal routine. If you smoke both cigarettes and marijuana, it is difficult for you to stop both the habits as it can have adverse withdrawal symptoms for your body. Your body can react in an unexpected way and there are be immediate mental illnesses resulting from withdrawal. The withdrawal symptoms can be dangerous for your health.

There is no other power greater than your own will power. You should stay away from smokers and try to quit your habit. Eating foods rich in Omega 3 fatty acids is good for you. Fish is rich in the omega 3 fats and you should consume more fish to counter the mood swings in yourself.

There are many things you can do to quit smoking marijuana apart from using medications. You can stop going out with the friends who regularly use this stuff. You can be in touch with your non-smoker friends and try to get their support in your efforts.

You should also be sufficiently motivated. Consume a lot of fruits and vegetables. Fruit juices will also help. Regular exercise can also be very beneficial to help you stop smoking marijuana.

The reasons why you should quit Drugs

10 Ways to end Drugs


For those who want to quit drugs, but haven't been able to for whatever reason. The methods written here could apply to most addictions, not just drugs. I will not be discussing the reasons why you should quit drugs. You can read about that in the drugs article.

1. Ditch the druggies; befriend the obeys

One obvious way to quit drugs, yet often overlooked, is to stop hanging out with the regular drug users. Instead start to associate exclusively with your sober friends, at least for the first month. This is one of the most common reasons people relapse and decided to dabble in drugs once more. Do not overlook this option believing you are immune to such influence, because no one is. If all of your friends are regular drug users, then perhaps consider finding at least one sober buddy, or reconnecting with sobers from your past. Especially to be avoided are those friends that talk very openly and persistently about their drug experiences in an positive manner.

2. Do not idle

It is very important to keep busy when you are trying to stay away from drugs. When you are bored, you start remembering your former solutions to such, which was taking drugs for the most part. Though its this temporary solution which got you into the mess your are in now. A great way to overcome this is to find your perfect, productive hobby. If you open your mind enough, you will find that there are lots of things that you can enjoy doing, no matter who you are.

3. What are your reasons to quit?

If you don't have a good enough reason to quit, you will lack the motivation necessary. Spend some time reading about the consequences and the side effects of the drug you are trying to quit. Also consider your personal reasons that drove you to decide that it's time to sober up. Reflect upon your life and the freedom you had before your addiction. The better reason you can come up with for quitting drugs, the easier it will be to quit and not relapse. A good reason is also a great asset to quitting cold turkey.

4. Take a bite from the cold turkey

If you have a good history of strong will power, you can quit cold turkey most of the time. Depending on the drug, this is usually the best method of quitting. But be careful when attempting to quit through sheer will power. If the challenge of quitting is too much for your will to handle and you fail, your willpower will suffer a permanent blow that is hard to recover from. To avoid this, undertake challenges in small steps to build up your will power. Will is necessary in any method of quitting that you decide to use.

5. Hide the goods

Another method of quitting which also ties into willpower is restricting your access to the drug by any means necessary, or available. If you have absolutely no way to acquire the drug, you will eventually give up and let it go This could be an artificial restriction if your willpower allows for it, or might need to be an actual restriction.

6. Do not think about drugs

Yet another method that ties in with willpower is resisting any thoughts that might pop up about the drug. This is very important because most of the time when people decide to come back to drugs, it is after they let their thoughts wander for too long to the point where they consider doing it again. This is the point where your ego will start the tug-of-war with your desires and you lose your control over the situation. You must be vigilant with your thoughts. If you refer back to the masturbation article, I explained how our thoughts start off as seeds planted within our subconscious and we water the seeds whenever we think about those thoughts. So if we stop thinking about drugs completely, the plant within our subconscious will eventually wither and die off and the addiction will end.

7. If you have the money, consider hypnotherapy

An extreme way to end an addiction is through hypnotherapy, which will completely uproot it from your subconscious. This method is more so of a last resort, for hypnotherapy is usually expensive and comes with a great risk. The risk is that because you go into an altered state of consciousness where your subconscious is fully exposed, the hypnotherapist has full control over the rewiring of it. That's why it's very important to absolutely trust your hypnotherapist for you are placing your entire mind within their hands. Nonetheless, hypnotherapy is extremely effective in getting rid of anything unwanted from within your mind, or to place a desired attribute within it. Most people who have been to a hypnotherapist have came out with incredible results such as lifelong addiction completely vanishing. But remember the risk if you do choose this method.

8. Adopt a spiritual perspective

There is a great method that works wonders for ridding yourself of all addictions, and it includes broadening your perspective on life. It is far from a conventional method, but I felt its undeniable benefits would warrant its inclusion within this article. This method includes you learning the truth about our origins and the truth of our reality in a way that it shakes the very core of your soul and sinks deep within your consciousness. The truth that I am writing about here is an objective truth that once you fully awaken to, you will never deny or forget it for as long as you shall live. It is somewhat similar to what is portrayed in The Matrix movie. Once you take the red pill, there is no more going back to your regular life; you are forever awakened to the truth of our reality. Yet the truth is rather different than what they show in the Matrix, and far more positive and wonderful than you can possibly imagine. I won't be sharing any of it here, but you can find the answers that I mentioned within our articles and videos, and especially within the links section. Awakening to this truth will force you to see the futility and the triviality of our addictions and hobbies, while pushing us to strive for earning our freedom and a place within our true home. One final and important point that I must make is that this must be an internal awakening. External sources (psychedelic drugs included) can only guide you to the door, but it is you alone who must step foot inside and begin the most amazing journey of a lifetime.

9. Support and motivation from peers

Another possible method that can be very effective depending on what type of person you are, is through the support and motivation of others. If you are planning on quitting an addiction, tell as many of the people closest to you as you can. Usually they will be very supportive and express their approval of your commitment to better yourself and further your personal growth. This can serve as a great motivator as you are not only proving to yourself that you have the willpower and the courage to accomplish your goal, but also to those whom you have to face quite often. For some people, the shame of failing to reach their goals after sharing them with others who supported and believed in them, could be all the motivation they need to succeed. In any case, your friends and family will be there to support you and remind of you of the importance of your goals if you are lacking in the will and the courage to proceed.

10. Detoxify your system

One final piece of advice I can offer, is to detoxify your entire body. This is best done by fasting. Detoxification will raise your vibrations and purify your entire system of all toxic build up, depending on how long you do it for. You can read about fasting on various sites on the internet. The best and the quickest detoxification is through a water fast. This is where you eat and drink nothing at all except for pure water, several times a day. I personally tried this fast a little while back, but for only 4 days. I was going to go for a bit longer, but was under excessive pressure from my parents to end it, who thought that I was going to die. A decent length for a water fast is 10 days, but be careful if you decide to do this and read up as much about it as you can, for not all bodies are able to handle it. Fasting is especially good for ridding yourself of unhealthy food addictions. After a long enough fast, your body will become much more sensitive to what you eat. This means that if you try a McDonald's hamburger, your body will instantly reject it and you will probably vomit; your system will be as clean as a baby's.

In closing

For those that decide to end a drug addiction, it will become one of the greatest decisions that you have made in your lifetime. The freedom that comes with sobriety, especially after forgetting about it for so long, will definitely be worth the temporary pain you might have to go through. Consider using some of these methods for they definitely helped me reclaim my long lost sobriety.

How to Quit in Smoking

PREPARING YOURSELF FOR QUITTING...

Decide positively that you want to quit. Try to avoid negative thoughts about how difficult it might be.

List all the reasons you want to quit. Every night before going to bed, repeat one of the reasons 10 times.

Develop strong personal reasons in addition to your health and obligations to others. For example, think of all the time you waste taking cigarette breaks, rushing out to buy a pack, hunting for a light, etc.

.Begin to condition yourself physically: Start a modest exercise program; drink more fluids; get plenty of rest; and avoid fatigue.

Set a target date for quitting - perhaps a special day such as your birthday, your anniversary, or the Great American Smokeout. If you smoke heavily at work, quit during your vacation so that you're already committed to quitting when you return. Make the date sacred, and don't let anything change it. This will make it easy for you to keep track of the day you became a nonsmoker and to celebrate that date every year.