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DO YOU REALLY NEED THE NEW YEAR TO MAKE RESOLUTIONS?

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t’s that time of the year again when most people start making resolutions for the New Year. For many it’s an excuse to put off the inevitable for a few more days or weeks, as they revel in the year-end bubble.

Lose weight. Organize closets. Clean out the attic. Stick to a budget. Sounds familiar? Now think about this for a second. If you really, really want to do any of this, why wait for a particular day on the calendar to go for it?

Many years ago, in my more adventurous youth, I was part of a rally of cars driving through the foothills of the Himalayas. Some of the trails that we drove through were precarious and

dangerous. We had to stop many times to rest and assess our path.

On one rest stop at a campsite high up in the mountains, I woke up to a misty morning and made myself a cup of coffee on our camping stove. As the sun began to rise, I carried my coffee to the edge of the road to take in the vista below covered in swirling mist.

And that’s when I noticed a lone monk perched on the edge of the precipice, deep in meditation. I wondered if he had been there all night. As the rays of the sun slowly filled the valley with light, the monk came out of his reverie.

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looked at the rising sun, let out a deep breath and turned around to climb back up the road. I was fascinated.

As he came up to the road, I approached him and asked him wasn’t it dangerous being so close to the edge of the abyss.

He responded, ‘Are we all not just two minutes from the abyss anyway?’

I realized at that moment how right he was. I thought back to the many times over the years I have personally had a near miss with a speeding car, a close shave while crossing the road, or a close encounter with a reckless driver on a busy highway and realized how I have always been just two minutes from the abyss.

Most of us don’t realize this or acknowledge it. What we all want is to harness the power of time, to slow it down, speed it up, recapture it or simply make it count. But the only time any of us can truly master is right now.

We should get up every morning and count ourselves fortunate for having one more shot at making a difference, leaving a legacy, and changing the planet.

For many people, the last few weeks of the year are a time of reflection. A time to look back at how their year has gone, and what they’re looking forward to in the coming year.

This year, I urge you to think about your NOW. If you knew that you had only one more day to live, what are the things you would do? Let that urgency fuel actions that lead to deeper connections, a higher purpose, and finding your passion and joy.

I leave you with these lines from Christopher McDougall’s Born to Run that define a sense of urgency brilliantly.

That morning in the Himalayas, I learned a very important lesson. Instead of coasting through life waiting for life to happen to me, I woke up to the importance of living my life with a sense of urgency.

“Every morning in Africa, a gazelle wakes up, it knows it must outrun the fastest lion or it will be killed. Every morning in Africa, a lion wakes up.

It knows it must run faster than the slowest gazelle, or it will starve. It doesn’t matter whether you’re the lion or a gazelle— when the sun comes up, you’d better be running.”

If something is important enough to you, then why wait for a specific date?

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TOP GAY EVENTS IN FLORIDA IN 2018

Year-round, gay tourists from all over the world come to Florida to enjoy everything from parades to film festivals to rodeo events catering to the LGBT community. Here are some of the most well-known gay events held in winter, spring, summer and fall at gay-friendly destinations in Florida.

1. Pride South Florida, Fort Lauderdale (February 8) Held for nearly for decades running, this is a well-run and wellattended (some regard it as the largest pride event in the state) week-long event held in both indoor and outdoor spaces around at the War Memorial Auditorium and Holiday Park. Local and national bands entertain those at the outdoor market featuring hundreds of vendors, an array of food and cocktail booths and a large dance floor. The famous Aids Memorial Quilt typically makes an appearance at Pride South Florida – a must-see for those who have not viewed this powerful reminder of the AIDS pandemic up close. Visit their website for more info: www. pridefortlauderdale.org

3. PrideFest of the Palm Beaches, Lake Worth (March 24-25) For a more low-key and family-friendly LGBT festival, PrideFest spreads throughout the Lake Worth and Treasure Coast community with not only a parade, vendors and entertainment but a sense of welcoming among the area’s restaurants and businesses.

A feel-good event for sure; even the Mayor of Lake Worth typically gets involved by raising the Pride flag at City Hall each year.

Visit their website for more info: www. compassglcc.com/events/pridefest-of-thepalm-beaches 2. Winter Party Festival, Miami Beach (February 28-March 6) The prettiest people seem to turn up for this glamorous six-day party, which takes place during the cooler months in Florida but gets fairly steamy at night. Some of the world’s top DJs are known to perform here under towering tents and streaming lights, and surrounding clubs piggyback the event with special promotions. While it’s a heavily male crowd, the event also features some special events that cater solely to women. Visit their website for more info: www.winterparty.com

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4. BeachBear Weekend, Fort Lauderdale (March 26-April 1) One of South Florida’s newest gay events, the BeachBear patterns after California’s LazyBear Weekend and caters to the more rugged, outdoorsy types. Expect to see a lot of bearded, burly men and hairy chests filling the beaches, riding shuttles to and fro and taking advantage of special discounts at area bars and businesses. Proceeds from the sponsored events benefit the Pride Center, which supports the local LGBT community.

Visit their website for more info: www. beachbearweekend.com

5. Miami Beach Gay Pride, Miami Beach (April 2-8) There’s something for everyone packed into this huge two-day event in lovely Miami Beach. Young and old alike can find live bands that suit their tastes, families can enjoy parade festivities and kid-friendly activities and the party crowd can let loose at a rooftop bar dance party or other gay events. And of course, there are always the bustling beach parties that happen nonstop throughout the weekend. Visit their website for more info: www.miamibeachgaypride.com

6. OutShine Film Festival, Miami (April 2029) and Fort Lauderdale (October 12-21) While the focus of this festival is the dozens of documentaries and short films chronicling the lives of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transsexual people, some come just for the fancy soirees. Film enthusiasts can meet directors and cast members while they wine and dine at cocktail receptions and VIP parties held around the event. Visit their website for more info www.mifofilm.com

7. Gay Memorial Day Weekend, Pensacola (May 24-28) This is a four-day Memorial Day weekend that never sleeps. Between the special theme parties for both men and women, the drag bingo, the beach parties, the daytime food vendors and the late-night dancing, this is a memorable experience that draws people of all races and ages to the Florida Panhandle – a refreshing change of scenery from the more popular South Florida. Check out their facebook page for more info: www.facebook. com/events/227292387774720

8. Gay Days Orlando (May 31-June 4) What began in 1991 as an unofficial weekend where LGBT visitors show up at Disney World and wear red has blossomed into one of the world’s most popular and well-known weekends for gay and lesbian tourist. “We were voted the number one global destination in 2013, which we’re excited about,” said Chris Alexander-Manley, President of Gay Days, Inc. “It helps that we’re in one of the top tourist destinations in the world.” The weekend’s appeal spans all ages and applies to all of Orlando’s theme parks. Visit their site for more info: www.gaydays.com

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Top Gay Events in Florida in 2018 Cont’d...

11. Tropical Heat, Key West (August 15-19) Held in the thick of summer, this event is possibly the hottest – both figuratively and literally – event in Florida. All events are male-oriented and most are clothing optional, including the morning yoga, the pool parties, the happy hours and the charity fundraiser parties. Not for the timid! This event draws men from all over the world and seems to grow in size every year. Visit their site for more info: www.tropicalheatkw.com 9. Stonewall Pride Parade and Festival (June 16) It’s an 11-hour LGBT blast, with performances late into the evening on three different stages, along with a marketplace featuring vendors selling arts, crafts and more. There are also food trucks, frozen drink tents and a Kids Zone and the Stonewall Summer Pride Twilight Parade. Visit their site for more info: www.wiltonmanorsstonewall.com

10. St. Pete Pride, St. Petersburg (June 23-24) This humongous festival draws around 100,000 marchers to the parade in downtown St. Petersburg’s Historic Grand Central District, as well as hundreds of thousands of visitors enjoying the area’s clubs and beaches. As an added bonus this year, the parade has been moved to nighttime rather than its usual mid-day launch, giving attendees a relief from the heat and giving visitors more time to relax at BBQs, tailgates and parties during the day. Visit their site for more info: www.stpetepride.com

12. Key West Womenfest, Key West (September 5-9) Womenfest is the female answer to Tropical Heat, though a lot less risqué. This week of fun includes watersports, hot tub parties, dancing, comedy shows, happy hours, trolley tours and other outings. For those looking for romance, there are plenty of mixers and matchmaking activities – in 2013, the “speed meeting” event at Pearl’s Patio Bar & Grill was a hit. Visit their site for more info: www.womenfest.com

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13. Come Out With Pride, Orlando (Oct 13) An entertaining and exciting event for both LGBT and non-LGBT visitors alike, Come Out With Pride – also known as Orlando Pride – takes over downtown and other areas for a week. With big-name sponsors such as Macy’s and Universal Studios, the parade and its colorful costumes and elaborate floats is something to behold, and the fireworks show is one of the best you’ll see outside of July 4th. Vivst their site for more info: www.comeoutwithpride.com

14. Tampa Gay and Lesbian Film Fest, Tampa (October) The Tampa Bay Business Guild, the Bay Area Human Rights Coalition, and the Tampa Bay Gay Men’s Chorus come together to host this film festival, screened at the historic Tampa Theatre. While a few parties and galas surround the event, it is centered mainly on film and the arts, attracting a more cerebral crowd. Visit their site for more info: www.tiglff.com

15. Fantasy Fest, Key West (October 19-28) Fantasy Fest is like Comic Con meets gay pride, with a different theme for each year – superheroes, anime characters, cartoons.

Don’t skimp on your costumes and makeup for this one and bring your camera! Duval Street converts to a mile-long parade and street festival of fantasy and frivolity, and prizes are awarded to the most convincing characters. Visit their site for more info: www.fantasyfest.com

16. White Party Week, Miami Beach (late November) As the world’s biggest LGBT holiday party, White Party Week’s notoriety has grown over the last three decades to extend adults of all orientations. Multiple parties take place over several days, ranging from classy and elegant to hot and high-energy, and the official Saturday night White Party event is the oldest and largest HIV fundraiser in the country. Visit their site for more info: www.whiteparty.org

17. Santa Speedo Run Tampa Bay, Tampa/ Ybor City (December – World AIDS Day) Joining this light-hearted, Christmas-themed run at Centennial Park is a good excuse to check out Ybor City’s holiday decorations, courtesy of the GaYBOR District, which began gaining ground years ago and helped shape the area’s business and nightclub scene.

Proceeds from the run benefit Brighter Seasons for Children and AIDS Service Association of Pinellas, which serves the Tampa Bay region. Visit their site for more info: www.ssrunners.org

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ccording to estimates, adults and children in the U.S. get 1 billion colds each year. There are over 200 viruses that can cause a cold. Cold viruses take up residence in the lining of the nose and grow, eventually attempting to infect the body. If the body is weak or unable to resist the germs, it will get sick. Despite what some people think, there’s no evidence that cold weather, large tonsils or other such wives’ tales can make you “catch” a cold.1 Evidence does suggest that stress and allergies can increase your chances of getting a cold.

Colds generally last from about two days to two weeks. Some common symptoms of a cold include runny or stuffy nose, low-grade fever, sore throat, cough and

body aches.

The flu is a common viral infection that attacks the lungs, nose and throat. It is similar to the common cold, but, generally, flu symptoms are more severe.

It is incredibly common, with more than 10 percent of the U.S. population affected each year. Symptoms include a temperature of 100 degrees or higher, cough or sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, headaches, body aches, chills, fatigue, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.

Young children, adults, pregnant women and people with chronic illnesses or weakened immune systems are at high risk. Essential oils can provide immune support and may help to ease some of

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In the case of the common cold, the number one essential oil you should have in your arsenal is Lemon. Lemon can support lymphatic drainage and help to overcome a cold quickly. Lemon essential oil’s primary compound is d-limonene at 70 percent. According to a 2002 study, d-limonene directly activates the immune response of alveolar phagocytes. Phagocytes are cells that protect the body by ingesting harmful foreign particles, bacteria and dead or dying cells.2

Use these oils topically diluted with a carrier oil, aromatically with a diffuser or directly in the palms. Always remember quality is key. Whether using topically, aromatically and especially when ingesting essential oils, you must make certain the oils you are using are pure/ unadulterated, free of added chemicals and from a reputable company. I hope these tips help to keep you healthy and happy throughout this new year.

Along with lemon, the use of thyme may help drain congestion and it is proven to fight infections and rid the body of toxins.3 Ginger may help relieve discomfort caused by congestion and respiratory tract infections. Finally, eucalyptus and peppermint work as expectorants and may help cleanse the body of toxins and harmful microorganisms that can lead to a cold.

As you might expect, all of these oils can be used when combating the flu. Adding Tea Tree and Manuka to the fight may help with congestion and support respiratory tract health. Both display promising anti-viral capabilities.4 In fact, a 2009 study reported that tea tree oil showed anti-viral activity against influenza virus sub type H1N1; the anti-viral activity is principally attributed to terpinen-4ol, the main active component. They concluded that tea tree essential oil is a

Sources: 1. Worth, H., Schacher, C., Dethlefsen, U. (2009, July 22).

Concomitant therapy with Cineole (Eucalyptole) reduces exacerbations in COPD: A placebo-controlled double-blind trial. Respir Res. Retrieved from http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih. gov/pmc/articles/PMC2720945/ 2. Hamada, M., Uezu, K., Matsushita, J., Yamamoto, S., Kishino, Y. (2002, April). Distribution and immune responses resulting from oral administration of D-limonene in rats. J Nutr Sci Vitaminol (Tokyo). Retrieved from http://www.ncbi. nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12171437 3. Gill, TA., Li, J., Saenger, M., Scofield, SR. (2016, June 2).

Thymol-based submicron emulsions exhibit antifungal activity against Fusarium graminearum and inhibit Fusarium head blight in wheat. J Appl Microbiol. Retrieved from http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27253757 4. Schnitzler, P., Schön, K., Reichling, J. (2001, April). Antiviral activity of Australian tea tree oil and eucalyptus oil against herpes simplex virus in cell culture. Pharmazie. Retrieved from http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/113386789 5. Garozzo, A., Timpanaro, R., Bisignano, B., Furneri, PM., Bisignano, G., Castro A. (2009, December). In vitro antiviral activity of Melaleuca alternifolia essential oil. Lett Appl Microbiol. Retrieved from http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/ pubmed/19843207 6. Essential Oil Institute Disclaimer: The statements made have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These eo’s are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. All information presented here is not meant as a substitute for information from health care practitioners. Please consult your health care professional about potential interactions or other possible complications before using any eo’s.

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