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The term "healing" conjures up images of fixing something that is viewed as broken or unhealthy. Sexual healing would be needed to heal a physical illness or to correct behavior that is sexually dysfunctional or deviant. Pedophilia, sex addiction, impotence, and frigidity are some examples of conditions for which sexual healing through the aid of a medical or mental health professional would be most appropriate.

Tantra is not a method of sexual healing so much as it is a useful tool for bringing about a change of negative or uncomfortable attitudes towards sexuality and becoming more open, relaxed and sexually whole. Tantric practices, among many other things, help to dispel the most common myths and misconceptions about sexuality to establish an intelligent, rational setting for a natural, healthy, more enjoyable sex life. Tantric practices are useful in enhancing sensitivity to simple sensual pleasures, realigning unbalanced energies, and liberating us from unhealthy cultural beliefs regarding sex and sexual pleasure.

Sensual Enhancement
A major part of tantric practice is to pay close attention to what we see, hear, smell, feel, and taste without analysis or judgment. The more focused attention given to the senses and sensual stimuli, the more sensitive they become, and it takes less to arouse them. Because sex is a highly sensual activity, the enhancement of all sensual perceptions has a direct positive effect on libido and the ability to sustain sexual excitement. More pleasure is enjoyed from less and less effort, and without overindulgence. Tantra helps to take us back to a time when a simple touch brought a rush of warm feelings of joy and ecstasy, and this way, the pleasure of touch is greatly extended far beyond the mere moment of physical orgasm.

Energy Balance
Within every one of us are differing energies. Among them are Shiva, the masculine, calm and dynamic; and Shakti, the feminine, earthy, creative, and intuitive. When these internal polarities are balanced and integrated, we are able to take full advantage of the qualities of both such as clarity and intuitiveness, peace, and power. The result is a dynamic whole, the interplay of yin and yang, each capable of giving and receiving (sharing equally) pleasure with a partner. Encounters with others, both sexual and nonsexual feel more egalitarian when there is the lack of competition and constant worry and fear about unfair advantage. Fear and worry block the flow of energies, particular the energies needed for relaxation and fulfillment. Tantric relationships generally promote more cooperation and freedom to experience the joys of sexual playfulness.

Cultural beliefs
Sexuality is a natural and healthy part of life. Without it, life would cease to exist. Tantra is a discipline that originated in India and the east, where sexuality has at times been less repressed than in the west. The western current shame-based attitudes towards sexuality have led to the abuse of sex so much that it is exploited to manipulate and to sell virtually any and every product ever marketed. What a confusing concept! Tantra takes us away from the falsity that sex is nasty, evil, disgusting, or sinful. In fact, sex is considered sacred because it is associated with the supreme life force. When viewed in a way that is perfectly logical and rational, the possibility of a happy healthy sex life without being doomed to the depths of hellfire becomes all so real. Tantra empowers us to view sexuality in a way like any other, without negative or positive connotations, and devoid of guilt, disgust, and shame.

Equally damaging is the idea that only skinny people are sexy, or that there is any such physical standard requirement that must be met in order to be sexually desirable or to be permitted to enjoy the basic and normal joys of the body. All this is as if sexual satisfaction is a scarce commodity, to be enjoyed only by a select few. This all-pervasive fallacy is the root of many an eating disorder, and self esteem issue. When we consider that a majority of Americans are overweight, we see the widespread result of poor sexual relations and demeaning sexual attitudes. Tantra practitioners dismiss such beauty standards as a form of discrimination, which is discouraged, and a problem of separation. The tantric ideal is that people are all connected, all beautiful, and all divine. Therefore, any sort of physical requirement is absolutely absurd. Tantric practices require that we befriend, love, care for, and respect the body as a divine gift. To be sexy is a state of mind--being open, connected, and receptive to loving touch, no matter what weight, height, age, color, or shape.

Conclusion
Sex and sexuality are but a very small part of Tantra. However, almost all exposure to tantra by westerners derives from misrepresentations and misunderstandings of the practice through some well-meaning so-called healers and some not so well meaning profiteers. Most often they make easy money by claiming that tantra is limited to sacred sex and a neurotic quest to live out bodily passions. This hyperbolic emphasis on sex positions, prolonged orgasms, sexual healing, controlling ejaculation, etc. simply preys upon the western aversion to sexuality, the unhealthy western fascination with sex and everything sexy, or both and has very little to do with authentic tantra. Tantra is actually a very simple, deep, subtle spiritual practice in which adherents learn to use sensuality, creative energies, and breath to become completely present to reality, with an open heart, in order to simultaneously experience a greatly expanded state of love-based consciousness.

Lisa D. Branscomb, J.D. is the founder of LifeBliss Solutions. LifeBliss offers workshops, retreats, celebrations, and individual coaching on ways to use sensuality and tantric arts to create a richer, healthier, happier, more delicious lifestyle. For more information see LifeBliss Solutions

Have you been looking for a natural remedy for acid reflux? Have you tried every pharmaceutical drug and gotten only mediocre and unacceptable results? After spending loads of money on these drugs do you still find yourself not feeling any better and youre too tired to do things with friends and family?

More than likely, youve made the big drug companies richer than they already were and you haven't gotten the results and the relief that you were looking for. You realize that youve got to put a stop to this vicious cycle and take matters into your own hands. You no longer trust the doctors or the drug companies. They no longer seem to be looking after your best interest.

The only thing left to do is to heal yourself. Is this possible? Sure it is. With no side affects and no addiction, you can find a natural remedy for acid reflux. The steps are so simple, you will be able to quickly make them a part of your everyday life.

Tip # - Treat the whole person

The most effective treatment for acid reflux is concentrating on treating the whole person. It has been shown in studies to be much more effective than attacking GERD by itself. To relieve and cure your suffering, you need to incorporate good living habits while taking medications.

Tip #2 Herbal remedies

Find a good Natural Health Food store near you. Experienced herbalists can educate you about natural herbs that will greatly help you in getting rid of your acid reflux.

Tip #3 - Avoid certain foods

Changing your dietary habits is the main habit that you must correct to receive relief from your acid reflux. Acid reflux disease involves abnormal stomach acid production. If you suffer from this disease, you will have to stay away from certain foods that intensify acid creation. You will need to stay away:

*Fatty and acidic foods

*alcohol
*caffeine
*soft drinks

Tip #4 - Stop smoking

Another habit that will need to be stopped is that of smoking. Smoking worsens acid reflux. Even if you currently do not have acid reflux, smoking makes you 70% more likely to get the disease. For those smokers who do suffer from acid reflux, your symptoms are doubled due to the effects of smoking. This means the pain that you experience is doubled also.

Tip #5 - Exercise

To reach optimal overall health, you also need to include exercise in your daily plan. Exercise improves the health of your entire body, strengthens the immune system, and gives you a boost of energy. By making your body stronger through exercise, you will increase your odds of curing your acid reflux

Tip #6 - Avoid lying down after a meal

After eating, you need to give your body time to digest the food. Try not to lie down immediately after eating and avoid eating any later than two hours before bedtime.

Tip #7 - Adopt a better sleeping position

At bedtime, make sure your head is elevated six to eight inches more than your body. The majority of acid reflux suffers who tried this experienced relief.

As simple as these tips are, when combined with herbal remedies, they are very effective in not only relieving your acid reflux symptoms, but in curing it all together. By incorporating these tips into your lifestyle, you will be well on your way to feeling better.

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At the heart of every car engine sits the heater core. This heater core is similar to a radiator, which is used in heating the cabin of a vehicle. Hot coolant from the car's engine is passed through a winding tube of the core, which is used as a heat exchanger between coolant and cabin air. Fins are attached to the core tubes to increase surface for heat transfer. Air will be forced past them, through a fan, thus heating the passenger compartment.

Volvo, the Swedish genius that had served as a pillar in the automotive industry is continuously recreating its products to better serve the people. With 80 years of service under its sleeve, Volvo has undoubtedly supplied cars with quality car parts. And among them, is the Volvo Heater Core.

After learning the importance and function of a heater core, it must be a known fact that one should only trust the name of Volvo for this matter. Thus, the Volvo Heater Core is guaranteed to provide the efficiency that the car engine needs. The Volvo Heater Core cools the heated coolant from the engine, making it act as a radiator of the engine. The Volvo Heater Core is made up of small piping that has numerous bends. Clogging of the piping may occur if the coolant system is not flushed. Or sometimes, if the coolant is not changed regularly. If clogging occurs, the Volvo Heater Core will not function properly.

Meanwhile, if a coolant flow is restricted, heating capacity will be reduced or even lost altogether if the heater core becomes blocked. Another problem that one may encounter with the Volvo Heater Core is if one of the connections to the heater core begins to leak. At first, a noticeable smell may be observed, but when it gets worse, it fogs the windshield.The Volvo Heater Core is located under the dashboard inside the vehicle. It is enclosed in the ventilation system's ducting, so servicing it often requires a professional to carry out the job. So one must always take care of his car's heater core. But if replacement is deemed necessary, get only the Volvo Heater Core. Because Volvo knows the car too well to fail.