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PUBLISHER'S NOTE I am excited to bring to you the latest issue of AAARZU magazine! Past few months have been a challenge for all of us but the spirit we have shown as a country is tremendous. It fills my heart with pride to see people coming together and helping each other in this time of crisis. Like many businesses we were also taken by surprise by COVID-19, we had to rework our strategy and here we are bringing the latest issue of AAARZU to you! I am thankful to our advertisers and readers who have supported us during this difficult time.
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EDITOR'S NOTE I wandered lonely as a cloud That floats on high o'er vales and hills, When all at once I saw a crowd, A host, of golden daffodils. Beside the lake, beneath the trees, Fluttering and dancing in the breeze. Continuous as the stars that shine And twinkle on the milky way, They stretched in never-ending line Along the margin of a bay: Ten thousand saw I at a glance, Tossing their heads in sprightly dance. The waves beside them danced; but they Out-did the sparkling waves in glee: A poet could not but be gay, In such a jocund company: I gazed—and gazed—but little thought What wealth the show to me had brought:
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For oft, when on my couch I lie In vacant or in pensive mood, They flash upon that inward eye Which is the bliss of solitude. And then my heart with pleasure fills, And dances with the daffodils.
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This poem by William Wordsworth is one of my favourite poems, I have revisited the poem a few times in last couple of months, especially when I am gardening. The COVID-19 pandemic has turned our regular lives upside down, but on the other hand it has given all of us an opportunity to reconnect with ‘ourselves’, the real us. Social media is abuzz with new things people are learning and how they have found another dimension of themselves, something they did not even know existed. In this issue of AAARZU, which is my first issue, we bring to you some interesting articles, interviews that focus on home décor and gardening. Our cover story features the home of one of the leading community member and a very successful business personality, turn to page 10 to read! I conclude this editor’s note with the following thought: Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself. -Rumi
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CONNECT 91.5 FM The new radio station that is riding the radio waves!
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Connect 91.5 FM The new radio station that is riding the radio waves!
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n early 1930s when commercial radio began in Canada, nobody could have predicted it will be a roaring success in our vast country. For many decades now, radio has been the goto mass communication medium for Canadians connecting people, places, and experiences. Over the years it has evolved and become a platform offering wide range of programming from news, music, entertainment, to a platform where common Canadians can share ideas, and opinions. It is a creative medium that showcases talent and aspirations of Canadians. Radio represents the multilingual, multicultural, and multiracial Canadian society effectively. We spoke with Tejinder Singh, Director, Strategy & Operations at Connect 95.1 FM about the new radio station, its vision and program lineup.
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Q. The Connect 91.5 FM logo is very interesting. Tell us more about the colorful rings around the logo. Connect FM has five key action-based principles that ensures that our vision becomes the reality. These five principles are: Promoting, Reflecting, Fostering, Engaging, Strengthening. In Connect FM logo, we have 5 threads that represent these principles connecting in a solid dot, representing the record sign from old music players. Colours from traditional folk phulkari are used on these threads. Q. What are the core values of Connect91.5 FM? Our core values are entertainment, education and empathy. People turn on the radio to enrich their day with songs and content that is entertaining. Before the launch, Connect 95.1 FM worked with a large base of our potential listeners over period of 8
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weeks to discuss, analysis, and finalize the choice of music that will be played on the station. These sessions helped us create guiding principles for our core value of entertaining. People are always curious and keen to learn about events and things happening around them. On daily basis new immigrants are joining the ever-growing and established community. Educating our listeners regarding settlement, government policies, resources is vital and essential part of our programming. Caring about the thoughts and feeling of the listeners helps us in building content around our community rather than traditional top-down flow of information. Our third core value of empathy guides our team to constantly work very closely with the community and bring stories to them in a unique way.
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Q. What is new or different about Connect 91.5 FM? Connect FM has vision of positioning itself as a mixed-media company that strives to become a connective tissue bringing the South Asian community together. While bringing relevant content to 40+ listener base, Connect FM is building up its footprint among 18-40 age listener base who has not been connected with radio. Content is produced and placed uniquely in many ways, on-air and on-line. From music to long-format talk shows, Connect FM’s approach in presentation and participation is unique and the community is just loving it. www.connectfm.ca adds another dimension to news on ethnic media platform. Users are revisiting the website for local, provincial, federal Canadian news. There is a special section dedicated for International and India news. Best part is that news on the site is available not only in English but also in Punjabi. Punjabi translations are not machine done. We have a dedicated team of talented journalists who are doing these translations. Q. What do you have to say to those people who have not yet tuned into Connect 91.5 FM? Connect FM presents programming to our new listeners in different areas. Radio features, short stories, music shows, amateur sports shows, women programs, and talk shows both in Punjabi and English are designed to keep our existing and new listeners engaged and entertained. Hourly live news program keep our listeners updated on latest happening and events. We also keep listeners engaged with daily contests.
Sver Wala Show has many interesting topics for our listeners that hit hard at the current political discourses both in North America and Indian sub-continent. News Takeaway and Tweetan Trump Diyan, Khabarnama with Baltej Pannu are some of the segments that listeners are in love with.
Our well followed music shows are hosted by some of the best known RJs in Radio Industry, namely – Harv Punni, Girish Sharma, Garima Sharma, Yasmin Gandham, Jasmine Singh, Aditi & Manpal Rana. Our News Director, Vasu Kumar is leading our news team of seasoned journalist Pervez Sandhu and Jawad Siddiqui.
Punjabi Akhara, Gane Suhane, Dupher Wala Show, Punjabi Chartbusters, Bollywood Chartbusters bring a balanced mixed of great music and long format talk show.
Q. In our conversation, you mentioned various program formats you have introduced in-line with the core values of Connect FM. Please elaborate a little more on these. We are positioning programming that intrigues and engages our Youth both in talk shows and music programs. Already, young achievers, social influencers, community workers and story tellers are part of our on-air and online programs.
Each evening, starting 7pm, Connect FM airs dedicated English language ethnic focused programming in both long format talk show. Various ministers, MLAs, community leaders, social workers, financial advisers, and achievers have already been part of our The Evening Round Up Show. Yasmin Gandham is bringing on-air fresh, young, South Asian editorial voice with wide gamut of topics ranging from political to community issues. The Mixed-Tape follows The Evening Round-Up Show with Manpal Rana, a great community worker and avid music lover, bringing his playlists that mimics our listeners online media platform playlists…blending Punjabi, Hindi and English music program. Q. Some very well-known radio and media personalities are part of the team, please elaborate. We have a group of wonderful talented individuals who share our vision and mission. n
Vijay Saini is our morning show host and producer for Sver Wala Show. Tarannum Thind and Yasmin Gandham are leading our afternoon and evening show – Dupher Wala Show and The Evening Show respectively.
In our shows, we bring quality produced short stories from Canadian and Indian Punjabi writers. Not only we are bringing Punjabi literature to our listeners through audio format we also bring the underlying questions, plots, characters and their challenges to our listeners. On Connect FM, listeners can always tune in for great music complemented with engaging contests where our listeners win wonderful prizes. For local artists, Connect FM is the place to go. Connect FM provides on-air platform for their recordings as well bring local artists stories to the listeners. Additionally, Connect FM will contribute $100,000 each year in our community for music and journalism scholarships, local artists and poet recordings and multi-cultural festival.
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LIVABLE LUXURY MAKING A HOME FROM A HOUSE
Balraj Mann and Jasbir Mann opened their home to Aaarzu Magazine and shared their heartfelt joy about their home with us.
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he sprawling home is built on the three acres of land surrounded by seven acres of farmland. Located on the 16th Avenue and 242 street in Langley, the house stands out on the horizon. Balraj and Jasbir met in 1982 and got married in 1988. They both have always liked California style homes, also known as the Mediterranean style, and therefore built their home in the same architectural style. Mediterranean building style is a derivative of the western way of American living where wide-open connected spaces following the Mediterranean floor plan promote informal living style. Just like in the Mediterranean style, this house has the clay roof and stucco exteriors, and the spacious outdoors. Balraj Singh Mann, Chairman and CEO of BM Group of companies, is a well-known community member. He spearheads the diverse portfolio of BM group consisting of structural restoration, waterproofing, construction management, material supply, and real estate related businesses. 10
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As you pass the gate, the driveway opens and leads to a huge solid wood main door. On our arrival Balraj welcomed us; we stepped into the open and bright spacious room with high ceiling. Sunlight from behind the clouds reflected upon the furniture through the big windows overlooking the tree-lined yard. It was a lazy Sunday afternoon, and we were invited into the family room, this room too has lots of windows. It has coffered ceiling with clear western cedar finish, and the same style is seen
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Balraj says, “We build custom and spec. homes and apartments. Our mission is to build efficient spaces which have light, openness and feel like a place to raise your family, and we have applied the same concept to our home.”
in some other rooms; it is exquisite. The family room opens into the back patio which has an outdoor kitchen and creates a seamless transition between the inside and the outside. The house is one of the best examples of harmony between indoor-outdoor living spaces and makes it fit for hosting large crowds almost up to 400. A unique thing about the house is all the windows are south facing, so there is lots of light in both summers and winters.
He says, “My hobby was to collect house plans, and then the hobby turned into a profession. I made my first blueprint when I was 17. Earlier, we used to live in Surrey as a joint family, but then as the family grew and children grew older, we needed more space, so we started building this house and moved here in 2012.” Balraj adds, “In India, I had grown up on a farm and have an affinity for open green spaces, and this place reminds me of that. I have my office here as this is close to Seattle, it easy for me to work.” Balraj and Jasbir have three children, Michelle, Deepika and Milan. They also AAARZUMAGAZINE.COM | Summer 2020 | AAARZU MAGAZINE
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live here along with Balraj’s 91-year-old mother. Talking about the livability of the house and how it is designed to be comfortable for everyone in the family regardless of the age, Balraj says, ”Back in 1994 when my dad suffered a stroke, we had to deal with mobility issues, and at that time, I decided that when I make my home, it will have easy accessibility and mobility for all generations.” The way the home is designed, it has all the key areas on the ground level. To access the second level, you have the option of the elevator if you don’t want to take stairs. Jasbir says, “I use elevator all the time when moving household stuff from one floor to another.”
Jasbir further adds, “Yes, we have meals together and after that, everyone is free to do their own thing, Balraj and I like to hang out in the family room and watch TV. He is a big fan of Bollywood movies.” The master bedroom is spacious, and it has similar ceiling as the family room. Jasbir says, "I like simple open spaces. Bedroom is also very functional; the mini bar, the coffee maker, and the connected outdoor pool make it an ideal place to relax and unwind after a long day." Children have their rooms upstairs; it gives them privacy and
Everyone has their own space, yet it is a compact, efficient design that radiates peace and togetherness. Balraj says, “Although we all have our own spaces, but Jasbir and I made a rule, we all eat together. For us it is important to have our meals together.”
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independence they want. The theatre room is also on the second floor and has a popcorn bar! Each room reflects the personality of the children. The blue trunk in Michelle’s room, the painting in Deepika’s room, drawn by her, the Kobe poster in Milan’s room showcase the unique personalities of all three; but one thing is common all the rooms are functional.
The children have for sure inherited the simplicity of their parents. They are grounded, hardworking, and do not take the luxury lifestyle for granted. They are involved in community work, and even have a non-profit called 'We The Team'. The color scheme of the home is traditional softer cream shade of paint; it is easy to maintain and does not impact the overall décor. The house is not overly cluttered with décor pieces. Each piece of décor has a story behind it, like the boat at the end of the living room hallway, which Balraj brought
from his trip from Cuba where he got stuck in a hurricane or the drink shooters Jasbir collects as souvenirs on all her trips. Jasbir has her kitchen garden where she grows potatoes, onions, zucchini, blueberry, and many other fruits and veggies. There is a volleyball court, a basketball court, and a tennis court on the premises. The home has an office, a guest house, and a well-equipped gym. Balraj says, “We have designed the home in a way that in many years down the line when we have grandkids, they too can enjoy here. Spend time with us and experience the pleasant life we have here in this house.” Away from city pollution, one can see bright stars in the summer nights while relaxing in the outdoor pool. The nearest neighbor has been living in the area for almost a century. Home of Balraj Singh Mann and Jasbir Mann truly reflects their personality. The self-made power couple have
raised a beautiful family together in this beautiful home. It is not a show home; it is a vibrant, cozy place where three generations are living together, where friends and family are entertained on festivals and special occasions. It is indeed a comfortable and luxurious house.
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Dating in 2020 TECHNOLOGY IS TAKING OVER THE MATTER OF HEARTS
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ating, a term that has become very casual in today’s world of relationships has evolved from rule-bound courtship. A couple of hundred years ago, marriages were decided based on the social and economic standing of the families. Courtship was a serious matter where a man courted a woman’s attention with the expectation of getting married and yes love was an important element. Cut to today, dating now has a vast landscape with some serious love seekers and some looking for ‘hookup’ or ‘hangout’. Technology has been a catalyst in changing the dating scene. Around 91 million people have made profiles on various dating sites, which includes both long term relationships and short-term hookups. Dating as an industry is somewhere around $ 3 billion. You may find someone in a faraway land! There is a site or a dating portal for
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all types of seekers. Some of the leading ones like Match.com and eHarmony are well-known for giving a platform to people seeking long term relationship. Tinder, Zoosk, Plenty of Fish, OkCupid are also very popular with a wide age range of people. OkCupid boasts of best matching algorithm and has a wide range of profiles, right from the ‘on-thego’ hookup generation to serious members who want to settle down. It allows users to view the activity stream of potential matches. Technology has indeed expanded the search pool. You may find someone in your neighborhood, city, country or even in a faraway land! Is technical love is taking the charm away? Many relationship experts believe that the urge to drop a line over the email or send a text to set up a coffee date has taken away the charm, the romance behind the long form love letters. The written expression
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of love, the yearning, and putting one’s heart out on the piece of paper in the form of a letter or a poem is slowly fading. Though there are still couples, who like to follow the sweet process of sending letters and take it slow. If you would like to write a love letter/ e-letter to someone and don’t know what to do, just Google! It is the best place to find help and come up with beautiful lines if in case you have a writer’s block. Since the technology interference in the matters of the heart is not going to become any less than what it is today, people who are seeking love and stability in relationships need to carefully analyze profiles on the online dating portals before making a move to ‘like’ the profile. Have you found your love through online dating? Would you like to share your love story? If yes, send us an email at aaarzumagazine@gmail.com
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Remote working & home-based businesses can enhance your life By Manpreet Dhillon
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n this world of technology, the percentage of remote workers currently in the US is 4.7 million, or 3.4% of the population, as companies realize the value of offering this as an option for their employee’s wellbeing and the bottom line. Given the current health crisis that is happening in the world, the idea of remote work and home-based businesses are on top of mind for many. Remote working either as an employee or through a homebased business can lead to multiple advantages and disadvantages. Some of the advantages/disadvantages are included below: Advantages include: • Reduced commuting time • Uninterrupted working time • Flexible hours and pace • Convenience • Balance of work/home life Disadvantages can include: • Family distractions • Insufficient workspace • Lack of workplace camaraderie • Difficult to stay motivated A few tips for working from home: • Create a schedule that works for you, your clients, and your family. It is important to have a schedule that is dedicated to focused time for your work. It should be distraction-free, in a quiet space where you can work uninterrupted, and it allows you to be productive. An ideal schedule for optimal performance can include 20 minutes of focused time on one task then a quick 1-5-minute break, followed by the same cycle. This type of focused activity is known to increase productivity. 16
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Stay connected to colleagues. Working from home can create a sense of isolation and disconnect. It is very important to stay connected to colleagues since you won’t be seeing them in an office environment. Using online methods such as Slack or video/ voice chat are important ways to stay connected. If you are a solopreneur, your colleagues may be other solopreneurs or strategic partners, schedule at least a 30-minute conversation with someone else who is in a similar stage of business as you so you can have someone who understands you and gets you. Plan to work in a social space at least once a week if possible. Working in a space with other entrepreneurs or other individuals
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such as a co-working or coffee shop will allow you to feel connected to the outside world. It will provide you an opportunity to meet new people, have different conversations or at the very least have a change of scenery. Working remotely as an employee or with a home-based business can be ideal for many people to accommodate all that is important to them in their lives. As long as the approach is purposeful and with intention, it can lead you to the enhancement of your life you want. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Manpreet is the Founder and CEO of Veza, a socially responsible company offering training, workshops, international trade missions and executive and career coaching to individuals and companies. Veza aims to transform the face of leadership by accelerating more women of cultural backgrounds in leadership positions.
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EDITOR'S CHOICE
OPEN LAYOUT CONCEPTS ARE THEY GOOD FENG SHUI?
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ecently, I was asked whether an ‘Open Layout’ concept harnessed good Feng Shui energies. As always, it depends upon the circumstances; here’s my answer and why: A wall-free living space sounds good in theory as it is initially designed to foster collaboration, barrier-free communication, bonding, and effective connectedness. However, recent studies have shown that the results are causing damage at the cognitive and Feng Shui levels. On a practical level, Open Layouts cause distractions, interruptions, and even difficulty in hearing, resulting in the inability to process and make effective decisions properly. These combinations can overload our 18
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nervous system causing people to experience more stress and fatigue. Secondly, in open space, people often get sick as infectious germs spread very rapidly.
as improved focus and concentration. Scientific studies are also showing that people are happier, calmer, and more relaxed when they have control over their environment.
On a Feng Shui level, it is difficult to control the energy flow. The energies are disbursed rapidly in all directions causing chaotic energy flows resulting in homes and offices that are more stressful and less restful. When Feng Shui energies are uncontrolled, they cause us anxiousness and anxiety. At the end of every day, we are exhausted, drained, worn out, and unable to enjoy quality family time in the evening.
Spaces should continue to be designed considering everyone’s need for privacy and personal space for growth and wellbeing. Using Feng Shui principles, auspicious and beneficial energies can be harnessed if the energy flow is well-controlled and spaces are well-defined based on function. In context to Flying Star Formula, in open layout some energy grids are missed out, resulting in deficient energy structure; thus, homes and offices energetically not nurturing the growth. Moreover, occupants feel emotionally pressured, stressed, exhausted, and worn out.
However, nowadays, people have realized the significance and value of walls and doors, their benefits such
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Here are some tools recommended to create a healthy energy structure in open layouts by harnessing the auspicious energies: 1. Place live plants strategically to control energy flow. Since plants are live elements, they generate their own energy that beneficial for our cognitive health. Scientific studies show that the greener environment has many benefits that good for our mental health. 2. Running water feature brings tranquility in our surrounding and make us feel more relaxed and calmer. 3. Silk or wool area rugs and drapes are considered as best Feng Shui. Silk and wool are natural materials
that have a lot of properties that make energy flow smoother, so we are more focused and emotionally comfortable. 4. In open layout always surround yourself with wooden furniture as trees are our natural environment and they carry auspicious energy of the Sun that protects us against negative energy. Moreover, wooden furniture looks rich and throws out positive vibes making us feel secure and safe. 5. The use of crystal chandelier brings more earth energy that promotes a more stable energy structure in which our mind and nerves are more balanced to make positive choices for our life.
As per ancient wisdom, there is no better Feng Shui when you are in charge of your own space and experience freedom. Programing the intentional and purposeful Feng Shui of your environment is a kind of selfcompassion you deserve to help you generate imagination and creativity. All that remains for me is to wish you good luck with the new Feng Shui approach! Yours in wellness Deepak Jayakar Feng Shui Designer www.djdesigneinstein.com
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POPULAR DECORATING & INTERIOR STYLES FOR YOUR HOME
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ecor trends come onto the scene quickly, but they don’t last forever. These 12 popular interior design styles are hot in 2020! Try using your favorites to keep your home in style this year.
GEOMETRIC & ABSTRACT BACKSPLASHES When it comes to kitchen backsplash designs, there are tons of options available – everything from subway tile, to mosaics, to stacked stone, and so many more! Although many of these options look amazing, only one backsplash made the 2020 home decor trends list – Geometric & Abstract backsplashes. Kitchens featuring geometric pattern backsplashes are in this year!
WOVEN WALL HANGINGS Woven wall hangings are a huge home decor hit this year. Using a woven wall hanging is an easy way to bring a touch of texture and detail to an
Plus, layering rugs can be a budgetfriendly option compared to one larger rug. Oversized rugs can be super expensive! However, if you opt for a smaller version of your dream rug, you can easily layer it atop a more reasonably priced rug for an affordable option that achieves a similar look. A great way to layer rugs is to use a large jute rug + a smaller patterned rug. 22
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LAYERED RUGS Layering rugs is a popular trend for this year, and it’s no surprise why. Layering rugs is a great way to double the texture and depth in your space. Not to mention, it just looks and feels so cozy.
otherwise dull wall. Try using a wall hanging to create a feature that your eyes are immediately drawn to. Then you can design the rest of the room decor around the woven hanging. Wall hangings come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, colors, and patterns. So, get creative! Chose a hanging that matches your design style and fits in with the rest of your home decor. Plus, they’re super affordable. There are tons of woven wall hangings available on Amazon for less than $20!
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BASKET WALL Basket walls are trending big time. Don’t believe me? Trying to search for ‘basket wall’ on Pinterest or Instagram. You’ll be scrolling for hours! Installing a basket wall collage is an easy, affordable way to spruce up a blank wall. With so many basket colors and designs available, you’re sure to find the perfect style for
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OFF-WHITE PAINT COLORS The walls of this attractive living room are painted with Benjamin Moore ‘Simply White’ (OC-117), and the ceiling is Benjamin Moore ‘Super White’ (OC-152). Using a true white ceiling creates contrast and brings out the
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MIX & MATCH FURNITURE Ditching matchy furniture sets in favor of individual pieces is becoming more popular this year. It takes a little extra effort to curate individual furniture
warmer tones of the off-white walls. For the last several years, white paints have been taking over interior design. But for 2020, popular paint colors are shifting towards warmer off-whites.
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Pairing multiple designs and finishes of furniture can create a sophisticated feel in a living room, great room, or sitting room – even if you aren’t splurging on ultra-expensive furniture.
your home. The basket wall trend is popular with traditional, boho, rustic, and coastal styles.
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EXPOSED PIPE SHOWER Why hide plumbing in the wall when it can look this good? Exposed plumbing in a shower is the perfect design touch for many styles such as: traditional,
pieces that work with your design goals, but it’s worth it! The result can be a stunning reflection of your unique style.
farmhouse, modern, and industrial. A conventional shower has all its pipes and valves concealed inside the wall. Only a knob and the showerhead are visible. While this clean and simple look can be appealing, moving the plumbing outside of the wall can instantly take a boring shower, and make it interesting. Exposed pipe shower systems are often made from copper or brass, but you can also get other finishes like brushed nickel, oilrubbed bronze, or chrome.
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GREENERY & HOUSEPLANTS Decorating with greenery and house plants is an easy way to add visual interest to a room. And, natural plants
is the perfect style update for a dull room
SHIPLAP & ACCENT WALLS Shiplap and accent walls continue to be all the rage in 2020. The shiplap trend, popularized by Joanna Gains, has been going strong for several years, and it is showing no signs of slowing down any time soon. Shiplap and other accent walls come in all different colors and finishes – from dark black paint to white shiplap, and everything in between. An accent wall
COPPER ACCENTS If you’re wondering why copper accents are trending in 2020, just take a look at this breathtaking hammered copper farmhouse sink by Sinkology – it should clear things up for you! Other stylish copper accent ideas include: kitchen & bathroom faucets, cabinet hardware pulls, decorative bowls, and candlesticks.
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fit right in with most design styles. Whether it’s real or faux, adding a few houseplants to your space can liven up a room and keep it from looking stale. It doesn’t have to be too fancy – think wreaths, potted plants, or even dried stems poking out of a vintage glass bottle.
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NOT-WHITE CABINETS Clean white cabinets have dominated all the popular Pinterest boards for years, but this trend is starting to fall out of grace with interior designers, and homeowners. In 2020, more builders and remodelers are opting for darker and earthy tone cabinet finishes. Natural finishes like wood colors and neutral paints like grey and beige are gaining popularity as well.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Ashley is wife and author of the Joyfully Growing Blog. She and her husband Mike are the faces behind Joyfully Growing Blog. They create DIY tutorials and offer simple home decor tips that anyone can master. www.joyfullygrowingblog.com
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HEALTHY HOMES
Did you know that creating a healthy chemically free home is easier and cheaper than you think!
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wap out chemically-laden, corrosive, toxic products with natural alternatives, and not only will you be making your family healthier, but you’ll also be helping the planet too. Laboratory made cleaning fumes are marketed as being able to wipe out any offending bacteria or germ, and all you need to do is take a trip down the cleaning aisle of your local supermarket to see how many different products there are to choose from. But seriously, the effects of the toxic ingredients contained within most cleaning and skincare products will astound you and worse still, the accumulation of these toxins in our bodies can lead to poor health. Widespread use of anti-bacterial cleaning products is also linked to 26
the alarming increase in allergies, and continued use of them can put you and your family at risk of accumulated toxins. If you’re wondering what goes into many store-bought cleaners, check out this shortlist of home cleaners and the toxic substances they contain: Oven Cleaners contain ingredients such as ethylene glycol, ethers, lye (sodium and potassium hydroxide), methylene chloride, and ammonia. These substances are highly corrosive to the skin and eyes, and, when inhaled, can affect internal organs. If you do use oven cleaners the best thing to do is to ensure that you are wearing heavy rubber gloves, an apron, and goggles to protect your skin from the effects.
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Disinfectants contain the immunotoxicants cresol, phenol, ethanol, and formaldehyde, which reduce the ability of the immune system to fight the germs they are killing. It takes over twelve months to eliminate the toxic effects of spraying ¼ cup of disinfectant in the home. The best alternative for disinfecting is distilled vinegar and lemon. Air Fresheners release a constant amount of artificial fragrance into a room to create an intoxicating aroma. But the fragrances in all air fresheners are not only intoxicating; they can actually affect your sense of smell as they release nerve-deadening agents and leave oil build up in nasal passages. The agent which is used is known as methoxychlor, a pesticide that can accumulate in the body in the fat cells and can also over-stimulate the central nervous system, leaving you jittery and anxious. If you’re looking for a natural air freshener, why not try burning essential oils, dried spices, or citrus juices; they smell beautiful without the harmful side effects. Toilet bowl cleaners, the innocentlooking little hanging ducks contain ferocious cleaning chemicals, especially as they tend to be lodged under the bowl of the smallest room and usually an unventilated room of the house. The ingredients are typically oxalic acid, hydrochloric acid, lye (caustic soda), and naphthalene. An excellent alternative cleaner to use is baking soda and neat vinegar, which will remove stains and rings from around the toilet. Glass cleaners contain a mixture of ammonia and water. When you are cleaning away, it’s effortless to
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inhale the vapors as you spray it onto windows or glass. The best solution for squeaky clean glass and windows is using distilled white vinegar and using elbow grease buff with scrunched up newspaper. Bleach contains chlorine, inhalation of it's vapours is known to be a strong irritant to the tissues in our lungs and a suspected cause of asthma and bronchitis. When laboratory workers handle it they use protective gloves, face masks, and they always make sure working areas have adequate ventilation. Even aware of the dangers doesn’t stop chlorine from being used freely in many cleaners such as laundry detergent, dishwashing liquid, and hand cleaning liquids. It’s also an ingredient in our drinking water and is used in pools and spas to purify the water. The best and healthiest option to a healthy home is to use natural alternatives that do just as good a job of cleaning your home without having to look down upon withered cuticles and weak nails. Here are a few natural cleaners and their uses: Baking Soda Baking soda cleans as well as deodorizes. It can be used to scrub the film and grease off surfaces as well as furniture and carpets. If you place baking soda at the bottom of your bin, it will soak up unnecessary smells and deodorize the bin. You can also put it in a box in the refrigerator and freezer to absorb odors. Vinegar Vinegar is a fantastic all-purpose cleaner, disinfectant, and deodorizer and can be used all over the house 28
in many different areas, in particular, the bathroom and diluted as a floor cleaner. It can be used to clean the stovetop, kitchen bench, appliances, and surfaces. Use one cup of vinegar to one of water and place it into a spray bottle. It can be used neat on the toilet and on tile grout to clean. The vinegar smell will dissipate when it dries. In the laundry, vinegar can be used as a fabric softener. Lemon Juice Lemon juice is fantastic at dissolving soap scum and hard water deposits, scrubbing dishes, surfaces, and stains and can be mixed in with baking soda to create a cleaning paste. Lemon cleans brass and copper, leaving it shiny and smear-free. I like to put a lemon in the refrigerator to soak up all the smells and deodorize the
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fridge. Natural products are indeed all you need to clean and sanitize your home without the toxic by-products of their chemical counterparts. The best cleaning products that are inexpensive and easy to find at your local supermarket are bicarbonate of soda, lemons, distilled white vinegar, alcohol, essential oils, and olive oil. There are also brand new organic cleaning products made from organically-grown ingredients that you can purchase from natural food and health shops which don’t contain harmful chemicals. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Lee Holmes is a nutritionist, yoga and meditation teacher, wholefoods chef, and author nine cookbooks. Lee’s blog www.superchargedfood. com encourages healthy eating. She shares delicious gut-friendly and anti-inflammatory recipes.
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ill now gardening has been considered as a hobby, something to do in the bright spring summer days. But during the Coronavirus pandemic, gardening has emerged as a therapeutic activity. Psychologists have been saying in their research for many years now, but it was not until the lockdown that people have realized that gardening can be emotionally helpful and rejuvenating. Gardening teaches us to be patient, to live in the moment. Sowing seed and then checking on it every day to see sign of life gives us hope. Recently, for the first time, I sowed parsley seeds 30
in a pot. For the first few days there was nothing and then one morning I noticed thin shoots coming out! I was elated to see the fruit of my little labor! A lesson I learned, gardening gives you a both sense of responsibility and satisfaction. You feel responsible for the seeds you have sowed, which can be connected to the greater spiritual meaning of karma of you reap what you sow. As humans we are nurturers, we nurture families, we build homes and businesses, we nurture our friendships and relationships and gardening helps us understand the value of nurturing relationships. Watching a plant grow,
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bear fruits and flowers gives a sense of accomplishment and enhances selfconfidence and happiness quotient of the mind. Planning a summer garden is easy, the long summer days give you a lot of time to spend in the garden. Flowers like Yarrow, Carnations, Hibiscus, Gladiolus, Begonias, all flourish well in warm and sunny weather. Also, summer months are a good time to plant veggies like sweet potatoes, beans, zucchini, tomatoes, peppers, squash. So, plan your summer garden today and spend some quality time with yourself and your garden!
From: Feeling Resigned Dear Bhenji I just recently got back into politics and, for lack of better words, completely fudged up my agenda by listening to the puppet master. I have gone back on my word to my constituents & made some seriously grave decisions that may leave the people that put me in power, paying for my mistakes for years to come. Please let me know how best to reconcile this.
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Dear Bhenji I belong to a WhatsApp group chat & I try to expand progressive thought and discussion by posting information about Donald Trump. I am met with negativity from friends that I have known
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DEAR BEHENJI Maria Qamar is a first-generation Canadian from a traditional South Asian family. She moved to Canada at the age of nine in 2001 from Pakistan and was forced to endure bullying and racism as a young girl in a post 9/11 Toronto. Art became a means for her to handle the realities of being a South Asian Canadian. She is an Instagram sensation and the author of the Trust No Aunty published in 2017.
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for more than 1/2 of my life. I don't know much or anything at all about American politics but like looking at Mr. Trump's picture. I feel that if they just got past Trump's racism, misogyny, adultery, narcissism, arrogance, ignorance, & incompetence that they would find him to be a great guy.
Dear Bully: It seems to me that your virtues might be a little offset; however, that being said, if those are the virtues, you should keep them close to your heart. Eventually, those people you call your friends will leave you alone & frankly so will the rest of the world. Realistically you should remind those that are negative towards Trump that Hitler also had opponents & look how Hitler is now viewed in history books! I hope this helps. KHUSH RAHO, MERE DOSTO! Have a question for Behenji? Email to hello@aaarzumagazine.com with the subject: Dear Behenji.
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ressed from the exotic and wild rosehip fruit, the rosehip oil is a carrier oil that can be used on its own or used to dilute concentrated essential oil for application. With its origin in the Andean mountains in Chile where Mayans harvested and used this oil, today, Rosehip oil is grown and used in many other parts of the world. Rich in linoleic acids, tocopherol, and carotenoids, Rosehip oil is a musthave in your beauty routine. Even celebrities are using Rosehip oil. Kate Middleton, Victoria Beckham, Miranda Kerr, Gwyneth Paltrow are some of the names. Rosehip oil is a non-greasy skin care oil that is absorbed quickly in the skin. It is an excellent moisturizer; it has 32
antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. The high level of Vitamin C in it makes a good anti-aging and skin brightening oil. The trans-retinoic acid reduces skin pigmentation; therefore, this oil can be used as part of the beauty regimen for blemishes. The oil promotes cell regeneration and collagen production. Mix it with the foundation for that charming glow or mix with moisturizer for extra moisture or apply on a damp face to keep the skin hydrated and repair it from daily exposure to the environment. There are several brands available for the rosehip oil, some with a combination of Vitamin E and other skincare oils. Choose the one you like based on your skin needs.
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MAKEUP MUST HAVES By Aanchal Rampal
SHINE FEVER LIP VINYL IN SUPERCHARGE $24 I STILA Stila's newest high-shine liquid lip lacquer hit stores (including Ulta) early this year, and you can grab all 14 of the intensely pigmented shades during your next shopping trip. The secret to the highimpact color? Ultra-glossy clear lacquer, which combines with the vivid pigments upon application. Argan oil makes the Lip Vinyl super comfortable.
AIR HEART LIGHTWEIGHT LIPSTICK $17 I KAJA Kaja's focusing on full, pigmented color payoff this year with its latest launch, the Air Heart Lightweight Lipstick. It's formulated to feel weightless on lips despite the rich, opaque color, and is infused with rose extract for soothing wear. Kaja has introduced the lipstick in seven nude hues, in a heart-shaped bullet that's as helpful as it is cute (use the pointed end to line lips before filling them in). The lipstick should be readily available at Sephora.
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INSTANT EYE PALETTE IN PILLOW TALK $75 I CHARLOTTE TILBURY Charlotte Tilbury's world of Pillow Talk seems to keep expanding - and nobody's complaining. An all new Instant Eye palette inspired by the nowiconic rosy pink shade launched on the brand's site early this year, giving fans 12 shades (and 4 easy-to-create looks) at once.
ALL NIGHTER ULTRA MATTE SETTING SPRAY $33 I URBAN DECAY Fans of Urban Decay's best-selling All Nighter setting spray will be pleased to know it's got a brand-new sister: Ultra Matte. The superfine mist locks makeup in place for up to 16 hours and provides a shine-free finish. Want a really matte look? Apply before and after makeup application to keep any shine from sneaking past. It's up for grabs now on the brand's site.
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The latest addition to NYX Cosmetic's Born To Glow complexion range is a creamy, lightweight concealer that comes in 24 inclusive shades. Thanks to the micro-pearl足infused formula, it'll brighten skin as it diminishes the appearance of blemishes and hyperpigmentation - and its puff blender applicator means effortless, mess free application.
Amrezy is back for a third collaboration with Anastasia Beverly Hills, with an all-new eyeshadow palette filled with 16 never-before足seen shades that the fan-fave makeup artist herself can't live without. The palette even includes a totally fresh shadow formula: pressed glitter pigment that delivers maximum shimmer.
FENTY BEAUTY MASCARA $24 I FENTY BEAUTY Fenty Beauty's mascara is designed to lift, curl, volumize, and lengthen lashes, it sounds like a total must-have. The mascara features a dual 足sided brush, that's full and arched on one side for building major volume, and flat on the other side to define and separate each lash.
INFALLIBLE速 MATTE LIP CRAYON IN FLIRTY TOFFEE $12 I L'OREAL PARIS A first for the brand, this matte lip crayon (available in 18 full-coverage, high-impact shades) features long-lasting wear that's smudge-proof and stays in place. Plus, the crayon application ensures it goes on effortlessly with precision.
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Dr. Larra A Shah – A Healer
Enhancing positive energies and helping people succeed in life By Aradhna Sharma
Dr. Larra A Shah is a Holistic Healer and Astro Science expert. At a very young age, Dr. Shah discovered that she had the ability to see auras, future events, and past events. She pursued the ancient study of Ayurveda and combined it with knowledge of Astro Science and Healing to create the holistic wellbeing of her clients. Besides healing and giving astro advice, Dr. Shah also works on empowering rural women and children. Through her foundation ‘Revive Project India Foundation’. Her social work is aimed to make villagers at grass root level economically independent and to generate income and opportunities for the community. We spoke with Dr. Larra Shah about the various healing techniques she uses to help people. What is space healing? How does the energy of space affect a person, and what can be done to make it positive? Space Healing is a mix of customized corrections in your house, office, factory according to your birth chart without any structural changes. The healing of property creates good vibes, and you can feel the difference almost instantly. Every substance on the planet has a specific field of energy around it, or what you see as a substance on earth is energy. It is a scientific fact that one part of the energy has manifested itself at a certain level of reverberation, which makes it a physical form. The disrupted electromagnetic field of the earth affects human brain waves, which is the optimum state for wellbeing and healing. Where you spend most of your time matters eg.: where you sleep, where you work etc. affects your body energy. How you think, 36
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the decisions you take, your health, your money all are affected by the vibrations you absorb from your space. Your properties have yin and yang, good and bad, positive and negative waves, and these energy waves affect your internal clock. When space healing is customized for you, it helps you live your dream life, enjoy good health, wealth, and success. This year in 2020, it is most important to heal your space for optimum results in all you do as it is the year of Karma. You are a renowned astrologer, tell us more about your instinct (natural gift) to predict; is there science behind your predictions? My gift is unique. I see auras and can tell future happenings for a person or their family. It started early in my childhood, and my grandma recognized it. After certain events in my life, I realized my higher purpose is to help as many people as I can. Through television and radio shows, I was able to reach out to thousands of people and give compassionate coaching and advice to all. Everything I do is with scientific evaluation, although in many matters’ science has no answers, and spirituality work helps in that area. I practice the art of arranging buildings, objects, space to achieve harmony and balance. What is Holistic Healing, please share more details about this mystical field of work with our readers I work with the blend of science and spirituality. Science is an integral part of everything I do, notably predictions. I use mathematical calculations of degrees of planets, and its effect on you. Your Karma, your body energy,
and the place where you live, and work also affects your life. Holistic healing is harnessing the auspicious energies of a space to achieve an optimal state of all prime areas of life such as health, wealth, relationship, finance, and career. I often give an example of someone buying a plot of land and how it can change a buyer’s life. The application of holistic healing technique begins at the very beginning, from purchasing a plot of land that suits the owner’s needs and personality to the planning and execution of a residential or commercial structure. I guide my clients throughout the process and make them aware of how they can create a state of profound wellness with the spatial and visual harmony of the structure built on the plot.
Astro science is Vedic knowledge of thousands of years that helps us physically, emotionally, and spiritually when combined with science, it enhances instant results. I use many aspects of Astro science to get the desired results of good health, financial growth, good luck, fame, success, happiness, and life dreams. You have helped many celebrities, please share some interesting incidents Celebrities are also just like everyone with life problems and personal issues, although I find that they understand themselves better. Celebs also listen to advice carefully and follow it in detail. They do not have doubts and are amazingly focused on what results they want.
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I met Farah Khan when she was a dance choreographer when I gazed at her aura I had told her she will make not 1 but 2 films with Shahrukh Khan. Farah was shocked when she heard me say it, and it did come true; there are a few more anecdotes when she took my advice seriously and achieved her goal. Suzanne Roshan had lost important pieces of jewelry, and in my vision, I told her where the lost items were, and she found them! Once at a fashion event, I saw a famous designer and warned his friends that I saw dark black energy following him that will cause some severe problems. He had a major health problem after that. Following that, I met him, and he has taken every advice I have given for good health, business, etc. Almost all of my celeb clients have their energy correction and space healing done. The results are long-lasting and excellent for overall well-being. There are many rationalists who don’t agree with astrology, have you ever experienced any criticism from them, if yes, how have you tackled it? 38
Everybody believes that there is a higher energy that exists, which has far more intelligence than us. Deep down, everyone believes in this fact but some admit some don’t. Certain people who practice astrology have made it so compulsive and scary that people shy away from it. I like skeptics because they have an intelligent mind that questions theories. It’s good to chat and discuss and make then understand about energy. Life is not caged in astrological science and planets. We can change our destiny and achieve our goals, dreams by working on our mind, energy, and knowing more about ourselves. How can a person get their wishes fulfilled, what is the mantra? My mantra is to heal and transform. Urban millennials are equipped with a lot of technology and world information. As a new-age civilization, people tend to look outward and judge everything as they see. The core of our being is more important, and knowing your self is the best gift you can give yourself. Those who understand their core and true self will be able to manifest anything they
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want. I conduct a 2-day workshop on how to manifest your life dreams, desires, and everything you ever wanted. It’s simple and instantly gives results. You can tap into the mantra in these two days and find your core strength and awareness. Mind is a very powerful tool; if you know how to use the universal energies, you can manifest wealth, financial success, good health, relationships, abundance, et all. Share some information about how life path reading can help an individual or a family live a happier and successful life. Life path reading is a blend of Astro science and my natural ability to see an aura. A mix of customized corrections according to your birth details or the place where you live/ work. My U.S.P. is timing - what can happen, when, and what is the right decision to take and the path forward for life goals. An analysis is made on what is right for you, and that is strengthened to give you the optimal result. Figuring and focusing on your strengths can enhance life.
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EDITOR'S CHOICE
THE CAR I DRIVE
MERCEDES MAYBACH S600
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ummer is here and now its time to go for those long drives! For this edition’s ‘Car I drive’ feature, we spoke with Hema Bhatt about her car, Mercedes Maybach S600. Hema is a successful businessperson, a community leader; she and her husband run very successful Natu’oil. The company is the leading importer of packaged palm oil to North America for farm and food manufacturing industries. Talking about her car, Hema says, “This vehicle is the epitome of luxury, comfort, and class. As a firm believer in working hard and having attained success in my business, I can afford to have some comfort while I travel.” “The Maybach is stretched elegantly, aerodynamically, and is sculpted to command the eye while on the road. Its smooth delivery of power is incredible with a V12 engine. Another must-have in the car I drive is a good auditory system. I love the threedimensional sound system with 24 speakers and two rotating tweeters. It is 1540 watts of auditory bliss! Yes, this car comes with all the bells and whistles.” Hema adds, “You don’t drive but get driven in it. My chauffeur loves it! “ She says she could go on about the features in the car, but the most she likes is the rear seat experience, which is like flying first class. The seat reclines, and a footrest helps you relax and stretch out. With a push of a button, the right-side rear seats move the front passenger seat forward so that you can lay down. Even a tall person would be comfortable. The massage, mood lighting, and fragrance add to the luxury. There are endless options 40
The car is a big, powerful machine underneath all the splendor and luxury, equipped with a 6.0-liter, twin-turbo V-12 engine that delivers 523 hp. For those who love the speed, the Maybach S600 does 60 mph in 4.8 seconds!
available such as the heated and cool cup holders, individual TV screens that provide a wonderful movie experience. Besides, the four climate control options allow for me to set the temperature I prefer. The drop-down vanity mirrors are awesome and come in handy when checking your face before you step out of the vehicle.” Talking about her dream car, Hema says, “My dream car would have to be something totally out of this world as a dream is something not within your
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ability to have at this moment. I don’t seem to have that concern right now. I am trying to move towards adopting the green car concept hopefully in the future, but for now, I shall enjoy cruising in my Black Beauty.” She adds, “Sitting in an Aston Martin DB8 and going for a ride on the Autobahn in Germany was memorable. The adrenaline rush and heart-pumping that one feels are out of this world.”
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we forget to breathe because we are too focused on lifting the weight. Don’t forget to breathe during your weight training. Inhale and exhale as deep as you can so that the oxygen goes into your body, breathing through the mouth during exercise helps in the maximum intake of air, keeps the body cool, and you don’t feel drained. If you are training at home, then make sets of exercises, the most common is 15 repetitions per set. You may mix and match the exercise reps based on your strength and comfort. There are many YouTube video tutorials to follow, but it is always advised to do strength training under the guidance of a professional trainer, posture, speed matter a lot, and a trainer can guide you so that you don’t injure yourself. During all the
WEIGHT TRAINING SWEAT OUT THE WEIGHT!
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eing able to fit into your existing clothes doesn’t mean you are ‘fit.’ I realized that when I picked up the 5 lbs weights in my first fitness class. I was sweating, breathing heavily, and felt like I am going to die in the next twenty seconds! But kept going on, class after class, and then started to see results while increasing the weights! Based on your fitness level, you can do various weight exercises to stay fit. Weight training serves the dual purpose; it helps in weight control and builds strong muscles. 42
WARM-UP IS THE KEY PLUS MONITOR YOUR BREATHING When we are motivated, we want to jump right into the action, it might be true for when you have a great idea for a book, but not for the exercise! Warm-up with five to ten minutes of aerobic exercise. Warm-up loosens the tight muscles, and you will be able to sustain through your exercise routine and lift more weight if you warm-up nicely. It is a human tendency to hold the breath when we are lifting something;
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FITNESS activity, remember to breathe. Take a short breather between the sets to recover. Here are a few which you can do at home but we always advise to do them under the guidance of a professional fitness trainer. LYING CHEST FLY You can do this exercise on a bench or on floor lying on your back. If lying on your back, then make sure that hips and knees are at 90 degrees with the back. Hold weights in your hands, push your arms straight up in line with shoulder palms weights facing each other. Inhale and slowly start lowering your hands on the side, bend you your elbows a bit. If lying on the floor, you don’t have to touch the floor, and hands can be a couple of inches above the floor. If you are doing this exercise on the bench,
then continue lowering the arms till the elbows are lower than shoulders. Pause here, exhale, and slowly close your arms back to the starting position to complete one rep. Perform 10-15 reps based on your comfort. OVERHEAD TRICEPS Use lighter weights for this step if you are a beginner. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart. Hold a dumbbell in each hand and extend your arms overhead. Then slowly without jerking your elbow, start lowering the right dumbbell behind your neck, pause, and then raise the arm back to the starting position. Repeat with the left hand. SHOULDER PRESS This one is easy. Sit on a chair with back support and put your feet flat on the floor. Hold a dumbbell in each hand. Pick a weight that works for you. Bend your arms and bring weights close to shoulders. Make sure your
palms are facing towards the front. Start pushing the weights over your head till your arms are straight. Don’t stiffen but push the weights away from your head up. Slowly bring back the arms to the shoulder. Next step? Repeat. DUMBBELL LUNGES As the name suggests, it is a lunge but with dumbbells. This exercise is good for buttocks and thigh muscles. Stand up straight with dumbbells and then take a big step forward and bend the knee to make the thigh parallel to the ground. Rear leg is also bent. Go as far and as low as you can go without losing your balance or feeling too stressed. Then come back to standing using your legs and buttocks muscles to push yourself back and up. Complete repeats for one leg then switch leg and do the same number of repetitions. Keep your back straight and keep breathing.
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SPLENDID BRITISH COLUMBIA Let’s explore some hidden gems
long weekend getaway. There are some beautiful places to explore around Nelson – the Grist Mill and Gardens at the quaint village of Keremeos, the Ainsworth Hot Springs, the Christina Lake, the Cody Caves Provincial Park to name a few. If you are interested in history, then there is a lot to explore. There are almost 300 restored heritage homes and buildings around Nelson!
Kootenay Lake This photo, “Beautiful view over the city of Vernon in North Okanagan region, BC.” is copyright (c) 2017 Source: Own work, Author: Preeteesh and made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0 International license.
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ll over British Columbia, there are numerous spectacular places to see, starting from the beautiful oceanside on its west to awe-inspiring mountains in its north and rolling plains in its east and south. Embellished with beautiful lakes and parks, the beauty of BC casts a spell on its residents and tourists alike! This time we have picked a couple of places for you. Let’s go on a journey…
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EXPLORE THE CHARMING NELSON The picturesque city of Nelson on the shores of Kootenay Lake is a perfect
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HIKE THROUGH THE ELLISON PROVINCIAL PARK IN VERNON Ellison Provincial Park is located on the northeastern shore of Okanagan Lake. It is also the deepest spot in the lake at 232 meters. The scenic park has several natural attractions as well as many recreational activities for visitors based on their preferences – you can hike through beautiful trials or go for rock climbing and if that doesn’t work, then explore the lake at Otter Bay with scuba diving!
Ellison Park is 220 hectares of natural abundance. You will encounter wild life like porcupines, deer, and Columbian ground squirrels.
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TAKE THE HISTORIC WALK THROUGH THE OTHELLO TUNNELS, COQUIHALLA CANYON PROVINCIAL PARK Built in the early 1900s, the Othello Tunnels are the major attraction at the Coquihalla Canyon Provincial Park. Othello Tunnels is a 3.5-kilometer walking trail that links to the historic Hope-Nicola Cattle Trail. The tunnels have featured in many films, some of the most famous names are Rambo First Blood, Shoot to Kill, Far from Home: The Adventures Of Yellow Dog, Cabin In The Woods, and War For The Planet Of The Apes.
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Coquihalla Canyon Provincial Park This photo, “Coquihalla Canyon Provincial Park” is copyright (c) 2011 Source: Own work, Author: Natulive Canada and made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0 International license.
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ENJOY THE CASCADING HELMCKEN FALLS, WELLS GRAY PROVINCIAL PARK Wells Gray Provincial Park is 250 square kilometers in size created by volcanoes and glaciers. The park is home to more than 41 waterfalls! All created by gushing waters of Clearwater, Thompson, and Murtle Rivers. Originating from the Murtle river, the Helmcken Falls is the fourth largest waterfall in Canada; it falls from 141 m to the canyon below. Once the COVID-19 restrictions are eased and it is safe to go out for adventure maybe you want to make a plan to explore these places this summer!
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FITNESS APPS GALORE!
PICK ONE OR TWO AND STAY FIT IN THE ‘NEW NORMAL’
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o, you had a fitness goal for 2020, but things changed dramatically. Now many are missing that ‘crucial’ fitness 'me' time with the closure of gymnasiums, and fitness studios. Everything is moving to digital space and fitness too has digitised . Fit-tech was already a trend and apps like Peloton were creating waves in the digital fitness space. Now with the COVID-19 almost turning our lifestyle on the head, its time to adapt to the digitalization of our fitness regime. The fitness apps come in all shapes and sizes, or should we say objective and features! On-demand workouts, nutrition tracking apps like MyfitnessPal and activity tracking apps like Runkeeper help fitness enthusiasts stay fit and healthy. So what app you should choose? First, you need to be clear on your objective, do you want to lose weight, just monitor your diet or keep a track of how active you were in a day. Based on your needs you can take advantage 46
of a wide range of apps available both free and paid to get access to personalized workout, or signup for trainer built workouts so that you can stay on the fitness track even at home. Here are some apps you may want to explore to keep up with your 2020 fitness goal: Johnson & Johnson 7-minute workout All you need is 7 minutes from your busy schedule. This app is popular with people who like to power through the workout as they power through a data sheet. A quick install on the phone, simple interface has three broad categories – 7-minute workout, Smart workout, and a workout library to choose a workout based on fitness level. Blogilates by Cassey Ho Created by Cassey Ho, an awardwinning fitness instructor and entrepreneur, Blogilates is for you if you are looking for an online platform to get inspired, workout, and try nutritious recipes. There is an app, a Youtube channel, and a blog to get
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engaged with Blogilates and learn more fitness-related content. Headspace for mindfulness A healthy mind leads to a healthy body. Headspace is one of the leading meditation apps if you are looking to add meditation to your fitness regime. Get YogaGlo for the yogi in you Designed and developed for all levels of yoga enthusiasts, Glo has more than 4000 classes to choose from. It is interactive, engaging, and easy to use platform to practice yoga for a complete mind, body, and soul workout. MyFitnessPal: Your true friend If there is a popularity ranking chart for fitness apps, MyfitnessPal App is a chartbuster. It is the place to keep a track of your activity, diet, and it integrates data with more than 50 apps to give you one place to access all the information about your fitness levels, evaluate your goals, and change your habits when necessary. Other apps you may like to explore are Kelo, Nike Training Club, and Noom.
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VEGETABLE SAMOSA Crispy parsley-infused pastry surrounds this medley of vegetables with a warm savoury seasoning. Peas, carrots and potatoes make this a favourite.
Convenient Comfort Foods with a Global Taste
HANDMADE SAMOSAS Nana’s Kitchen distributes to every major grocery chain across Canada and United States of America. The Surrey-based 22,000 square foot facility churns out over 25,000 samosas per day which get shipped to over 5,000 retail outlets and restaurants. Samosas are made in seven different flavours including Cajun, Tandoori, and Butter Chicken.
BUTTER CHICKEN SAMOSA Enjoy all the flavour of a butter chicken dish in a ready to eat samosa. Chicken with rice and vegetables in our legendary butter chicken seasoning inside of a crispy pastry.
CHICKEN SAMOSA Chicken bursting with peas, potatoes and carrots, and surrounded by a warm Indian spice blend and then folded into a pastry for a crispy taste sensation. One of our most popular choices!
CHICKEN TANDOORI SAMOSA Chicken with rice, carrots, peas and onion come alive in our flavourful tandoori masala spice blend which is then folded into a tomato infused pastry.
LENTIL SAMOSA Featuring green and red lentils and organic quinoa, this lightly spiced filling is surrounded by a red pepper infused crispy pastry.
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RECIPES
Chia Pudding Chia Pudding a nutritious dish that you can eat as breakfast or as save it for just-something-to-eat time of the day!
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unrefined cane sugar coconut sugar palm sugar jaggery (Indian unrefined sugar)
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Want to add more flavor? Use flavorings like vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground cardamom, lemon zest, orange zest, edible natural flower or fruit extracts.
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Three most popular menu items: Keema Pav, Chicken Lollipop, Sev Puri If street food is what you are looking for, Apna Chaat is the place to be; offering the best of Indian street food under one roof, be it Paneer Corn & Capsicum Pizza, Kheema Pizza, Noodle Burger, Chicken Pakora, Veg. Hot Dog, Pav Bhaji, Tava Pulao, Poha, Tava Tikki, Dabeli, Veg./Chicken Momo's, Kheema Pav, Golgappas, Vada Pav, Bhel Puri, Papdi Chaat, Samosa Chaat, Kathi Rolls, Chow Mein. Try the Brownies with Ice-cream, Cold Coffee with Ice-cream, Indian Chinese and much more.
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Green Fattoush Ingredients
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One large Lebanese bread round Olive oil spray Pinch of smoked paprika, plus extra to serve 1 cup shelled fresh peas 2 Lebanese cucumbers, cut into 1cm pieces One bunch asparagus, trimmed, cut into 1cm pieces One large green capsicum, cut into 1cm pieces 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves 1/3 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves 1/4 cup aioli
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Meanwhile, cook peas in a saucepan of boiling salted water for 2 minutes or until bright green and just tender. Drain. Refresh under cold water. Drain well. Place cucumber, asparagus, capsicum, onion, mint, parsley, and peas in a serving bowl; toss to combine. Break bread up into small pieces and add to salad and add a dollop of aioli. Gently toss to combine. Sprinkle the salad with extra paprika and season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
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SELF MEDICATION
Tread this path with caution By Aradhna Sharma
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e all know our body well, we know what we are allergic to, how weather, food, clothing material affect us. This knowledge of being aware of ourselves can help us avoid unnecessary trips to the doctor or the hospital. Many people not only self regulate their choice of food, clothing but also self medicate at home for minor ailments. Human history is replete with examples of home remedies that have been used and continued to be used to treat minor health issues. Nowadays most of us self medicate whether it is using grandmother’s home remedies to get rid of a headache, symptoms of cold and flu, or buying off-the-shelf Tylenol and Advil to treat the pains, fever, allergies, etc. Self-medication is a good way to manage your health, but it is not 'the' way. This path of self-medication can be a tricky one. Experts have often warned of misdiagnosis, overdose, drug addiction, or dangerous drug interaction. Be very cautious if you prefer to self-medicate. Seek advise of your doctor if you are already on a treatment plan but would like to pursue some self-medication for common cold, headaches, or stomach issues. Medical abuse or dependence on a drug without any regulation can cause serious ramifications for health especially when self-medicating a patient might not be aware of how a drug is affecting other body organs. Pain relievers, anti-allergies, antacids, vitamins, and minerals taken without any balanced in-take plan can lead to increased drug resistance. The most dangerous scenario is the delay in getting proper medical attention if you are self-medicating. Taking antacids to 54
fight acidity while ignoring a sinister underlying condition that is causing the frequent acid reflux condition can cause more complications in the future. Taking antibacterial drugs when you do not have a bacterial infection can create resistance to the drug, and if it is a viral infection, an antibiotic might just not work, but your symptoms might worsen. Our fast on the go meals lifestyle encourages us to have supplements, especially vitamins. Can this lead to health issues? As elders say, extreme of everything is bad. High doses of Vitamin C can cause gastrointestinal issues. Some also experience
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migraines. High doses of Vitamin B3 can lead to high blood pressure and in extreme cases to liver damage. Vitamin D is good for us, but extreme doses can lead to organ damage, even the highly promoted and marketed Vitamin E can have some life-threatening side effects if taken in large doses or without a plan. So, what should you do? Self-medicate or not? Every individual must answer this question themselves. Self - medication might relieve symptoms temporarily but is not a replacement for expert medical advice. Be self-aware, be knowledgeable, and stay healthy.
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MICRO-NEEDLING
One Answer to all Skin Problems By Sunaina Sindhwani
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icro-needling is a skin-care procedure with a name that pretty much sums up what it is and what it does. Tiny needles attached to a device that repeatedly puncture the skin during the treatment. Sounds relatively straight forward or justify the name- Isn't it! This procedure is also known as Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT). MICRO-NEEDLING CAN BE USED FOR: • Wrinkles • Thin Skin Density • Hyper Pigmentation Dark Spots • Premature Aging • Epidermal Density and Strength • UV Sun Damage • Stretch Marks HOW MICRO-NEEDLING WORKS? The procedure uses a device with multiple needles that penetrate the skin's surface. These tiny holes cause a micro-injury to the skin, which stimulates collagen and elastin production and aids the skin's ability to regenerate and renew. This approach also leads to rapid healing and "Minimal Downtime." WHAT TO EXPECT? Multiple treatments are required and depend on the skin area treated and what you are trying to achieve. On average, 8-12 monthly treatments are needed for good results. Treatments typically take about an- hour, and your skin will appear flushed with a red hue. These symptoms will fade away in a few days post-treatment, and some flaking of the skin may occur a few days later. In most clients, very few signs of the procedure are visible after a week. Improvement in overall skin appearance will reach peak effect 56
in 4-6 months after treatment when collagen and skin remodeling is complete. IS IT TRUE THAT MICRO-NEEDLING BOOST PRODUCTS ABSORPTION BY UP TO 1000%? Yes, this is true. Micro-needling does boost product absorption and effectiveness by up to 1000% during the first hour of treatment. This is why pair up Micro-needling with sterile Hyaluronic acid. The channels created by the Micro-needling create a conduit for maximum product absorption into the "Dermis Layer of the Skin."
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Although it's essential to treat your skin gently even on regular days, during the treatment, you must show additional care and be extra careful to get optimal results. Speak with your skin specialist/doctor to discover the rejuvenation power of micro-needling and to learn how you can take care of your skin to keep it looking radiant and healthy. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Sunaina is a Clinical Skin Specialist, Author, and Writer
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AND HAIR COMES THE WARM WEATHER
By Aanchal Rampal
Warmer months are upon us, its time to lighten up!
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hether you already have the blonde or just getting ready to dip your toe in the blonde pool, read on to find which blonde is best suited for your lifestyle and 2020! HIGHLIGHTS AND BASE This is a high maintenance blonde's option. It includes full heavy foil with the base bump. Foils are placed in a diagonal pattern, concentrating around the face. Maintenance time: 4-6 weeks. HIGHLIGHTS Traditional foil highlights and low lights. Lightner or color is applied in either weaves or slices. Maintenance time: 6-8weeks. FOILAYE Combination with traditional foils and balayage, shadow root at the shampoo bowl. Foils can be done around the face for brightness as balayage highlights will give you a more gentle lift. Maintenance: 8-6 weeks. COLOR MELT Gradually melts from dark to light. In this technique as many as three colors applied at once for a gradient effect. Maintenance: 12-18 weeks. OMBRÉ Hand-painted lightened ends. It is a high contrast if color between the roots and ends. You could be applying just the roots, lightening the roots or both at the same time. Always keep some lightness around the face, keep it blended with no line of demarcation.
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ARE YOU AT FAB THIRTY? Keep your skin that way!
The little smile lines that appear around the side creases of the eye can be a dead giveaway that we have crossed over the thirty-year-old threshold. Using an appropriate eye cream, which suits your skin, will help you reduce the dark circles and smile line. USE AN ANTI AGING SKIN SERUM Anti-aging skin serums must be part of your skincare routine. Fine lines and wrinkles fade into smooth, youthful-looking skin, and any signs of discoloration or age spots begin to fade with regular use of serums containing Illuminotex. This serum is rich in antioxidants, which helps to combat those environmental issues that can make skin look older.
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s we age, our skin changes and needs more care to maintain its healthy, radiant appearance. It is generally after 30 that women start seeing the change in their skin and feel the need to upgrade or revisit their skin care routine. The skin may become drier, wrinkles more apparent, and sagging skin often becomes an issue. WEAR SUNSCREEN Sunscreen is the number one tool we have when it comes to protecting our skin and preventing wrinkles. It is highly recommended to wear a full-spectrum sunscreen every single day. While we may remember our sunscreen on the beach in the summer, it is just as crucial while our running errands in the middle of
winter. Protecting yourself from the sun is the best line of defense that you have to keep your skin wrinkle-free and to look youthful and radiant. REMOVE DARK CIRCLES UNDER THE EYES Eye boosters are incredible potions that work magic on under-eye circles. They feel luxurious and are potent skin protectors that virtually erase aging signs. When applied daily, eye boosters get to work to help the delicate under-eye area. It looks like you got a good night's sleep and are years younger than you may be. Whether it be from lack of sleep or genetics, when the under-eye area looks puffy and darkened, it can add years to your appearance.
STAY HYDRATED In many instances, skin looks older than it is simply because it is dehydrated. Water is an essential part of any over 30 skincare routine. If you're not used to drinking water, start small and gradually increase your water intake each day. It can help to add fruits such as strawberries or lemon slices to your water to make it more palatable. Eating a variety of water-rich foods can also help you to stay hydrated and keep your skin smooth and supple. Fruits and vegetables, including watermelon and cucumbers, are great choices to help you on your way to keeping skin hydrated from the inside. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Aanchal Rampal is an experienced hair stylist, make up artist, and skin care expert who has been running a successful salon with her equally talented husband Raj Bharti. Aanchal specializes in hair designs, highlights, fusion extensions, updos and style. She offers laser hair removal, skin rejuvenation treatments for skin care.
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Discover your Astrology Element and enjoy good health and success. The elements or the Tatvas as the Vedas describe them are the fundamental building blocks of the Universe. These five elements influence your emotions, reactions, behaviour, and overall health. Three things affect you: the magnetic field of planets, your body’s energetic field and your thoughts. Understanding the elements can help you achieve success, good health, emotional control, courage, and strength. ‘Forewarned is Forearmed’
CANCER, SCORPIO, PISCES: ELEMENT IS WATER July: Work will begin with the angels and the gods favouring you. August: Be optimistic and work will flourish, address small issues, and take up challenges, as it will ensure success. September: If things are going well, do not implement change unless required. How to balance the water element: Imbalance in this element causes sudden mood changes, depression, low immunity, and low energy. Heal your solar chakra with meditation. Drinking adequate quantity of water will be good for health. If water is stored in copper bottle it will help build immunity, herbal or floral infusions will be beneficial.
GEMINI, LIBRA, AQUARIUS: ELEMENT IS AIR July: This month favours collaborations, positive energy, and money. Have confidence and avoid too many opinions that may delay your decisions. August: A set-back in your plans can delay things but trust the universe it will turn out to be for the right reasons. Money will come in towards the end of the month. September: Confidence, support and partnerships will benefit your work. Negative thoughts can cause relationship issues. How to balance the Air element: Imbalance in this element causes anxiety, fear, criticizing nature, aches and pains, and bloating. Have regular meals and chew food slowly, avoid anxiety inducing images and news updates, too much information may cause insomnia. Deep breathing, nature walks and regular yoga pranayam will help build immunity and balance. Keep salt and a full lemon in the south of your room for good health.
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TAURUS, VIRGO, CAPRICORN: ELEMENT IS EARTH
ARIES, LEO, SAGITTARIUS: ELEMENT IS FIRE
July: Things may seem slow in the beginning of the month; it will turn out to be financially benefitting after 7th July. August: This month supports networking, partnerships and collaborations. Restructure and reorganize this month. September: A set-back can slow things down, keep up the energy and you will win the game at the end of the month.
July: A change in strategy, perception and marketing will be beneficial. Personally, bring a change in attitude for maximum benefits at work and relationships. August: Keep up the good work and money and support will come through collaborations. Avoid too many discussions, this is the time for action. September: Creative ideas will flow, there will be delays and there will be activity as well. Do not stop, let the positive energy flow.
How to balance the earth element: Imbalance in this element causes stomach and digestive issues, headache, stubbornness, self-pity, aloofness. Balance your root chakra with mantra chanting. This element is the source of stability earth element represents grounding, logical thinking determination, peace, and harmony. Go for regular walks.
How to balance the fire element: Imbalance in this element causes ulcers, acidity, inner conflict, anger, greed, and envy. Balance your heart chakra with mantra chanting. Sunlight lifts your spirits and mood. Warm coloured fruits like orange, apple, lemons will be beneficial to build immunity and blood circulation.
Space element balancing tip for all Sun Signs The element is limitless; it induces knowledge and influences the mind and the heart. It is required by all sun signs as it balances all the other tatvas. It connects us and syncs energies. Rhythm and sounds of nature help balance you. Regular practice of yoga, mantra chanting and meditation can enhance healing and a feeling of harmony with balance.
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EDITOR'S CHOICE
JADE PRIDE OF
BRITISH COLUMBIA
By Aradhna Sharma
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hrough the journey of human civilization, stones have been part of human consciousness. Precious stones have always attracted man's attention, whether for jewelry, dĂŠcor pieces, or to embellish sculpture, or embed in the architecture of buildings. Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald are known as precious stones, but there is another class of stones equally famous and have been used by humans over the centuries, they are known as semi-precious stones. Semi-precious stones include gemstones like Agate, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Garnet, Hematite, Jade, Lapis lazuli, Moonstone, Obsidian, Onyx, Tiger's eye, Topaz, Turquoise, and several others. Jade has been part of the human story for thousands of years; some say more than 5000 years. British Columbia produces around 75 percent of the world's Nephrite Jade. In 1886, Chinese adventurists who were passing through BC while hunting for gold discovered Jade deposits, and since then, Canadian green Jade became famous worldwide. Jade is considered a lucky stone to have; it is thought to help in the fulfillment of desires. Apart from enhancing the spiritual side of life, Jade is said to beneficial for health too. Believers in gemstone powers use Jade to get rid of toxins in the body and maintain metabolism. Many also call it a dream stone. It has unique qualities in connecting the metaphysical to the physical world.
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Feng Shui items, Buddha and other deity statues, and several decor items made of Jade are quite popular among the residents of BC and tourists who visit the beautiful British Columbia! Gemologists, lapidaries, and anyone who works with gemstones know that Jade symbolizes balance and helps strengthen relationships. It brings prosperity to the person who adorns it. The stone comes in a wide range of
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colors from different shades of green to pink, purple, brown, red, orange, yellow, blue, and even black. Although the green Jade is the birthstone of Virgo, it is also known as the mystical birthstone for people born in March. So do you have a Jade ? If no, its time to explore some stores in Vancouver area that sell exquisite Jade decor items and jewelry.
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