Tuesday, March 5, 2013

Telepathy: Power Of The Mind

Telepathy is the art of being able to communicate using only the power of the mind; the ability to understand the thoughts of another person. It stems from the Ancient Greek language, and means 'distant feeling', where empathy is strong between one or more people. However, the term wasn't coined until the late 19th century, when more people began to think about the way the mind works, and how we are able to empathise with others. Telepathy and witchcraft has always been under discussion. The messages that are received through different mediums such as tarot cards, crystal balls, Dreams, or even without prompting are sent through the mind, where the telepathic nature of the witch is allowed to process the images or thoughts that come from their spirit or animal guides in order to determine answers to the questions being asked.

Telepathy is most common with identical twins, especially those who have been apart for many years, as scientific studies have shown that their lives are similar, and they often feel as though a part of them is missing. Identical twins have also been noted to be able to converse with each other (mostly as young infants) without the use of their primary senses, sometimes excluding those around them from their little world that has been created. Young children are considered to have greater psychic powers as their adult counterparts, due to the adult seeming to rely on their physical senses to determine their place in the world.

Scientific tests have been conducted many times in an attempt to provide conclusive evidence as to how this phenomenon appears in the brain. The most simple of tests involve holding up a set of Zenner cards. These cards typically have 5 different shapes on them; a star, triple waves, a circle, a square and a cross. The purpose of these tests is that the subject must focus on the thoughts of the person holding up the card in order to correctly state the card that is being held. Although these findings are inconclusive as it is possible to guess the tests, the main conclusions showed that people who had a higher volume of stored psychic power were able to have a higher number of correct answers. Other tests involve the placing of two people in separate rooms, and asking them to think of a subject which is then guessed by the other. There have also been other tests where one person sent images to another whilst sleeping. Once the sleeper has woken, they were asked to describe their Dreams, which often contained the images that were projected to them. This test has proved to be the most conclusive in the study of psychic energy and telepathy amongst people.

Telepathy has been the subject of many scientific arguments and studies. One subject that hasn't come into question is the use of telepathy amongst animals. They are often aware of their owner's thoughts and feelings, and can mostly be found providing comfort when their owner is ill or depressed. Many times, the behaviour of the animal changes slightly if the owner is due to return home, as the animal seems to sense their thoughts as they near the house. This behaviour is common in young children; parents have reported that smaller children behave better right before the other parent enters the house.

The most common animal that uses telepathy to communicate is the dolphin. These animals, although they regularly use sound to convey their meanings to each other, it has been reported to empathise with humans, and have a telepathic link that is used to save a human from drowning, or provides effective care for the children when they swim with them. Primates and other animals that live in a closed environment have been studied in terms of their ability to communicate without the use of physical senses. The studies have shown that as they move about their surroundings, they can empathise with the other animals and alter their ways without making a sound or a gesture to signify their meaning. When in their particular social setting, the mother can teach the young, the alpha controls their pack behaviour, and know how a family member is feeling without the need to use other senses. Telepathic links are the easiest forms of communication in the animal world, as it is mostly situations of urgency that require verbal or physical gestures to make themselves heard.

Because of this, many human cultures use the animals as guides, as they too can find a way to communicate effectively and understand each other. To do this the human must first listen to the animal, and join their minds as one. This way, the animal can pass on messages in the form of pictures and emotions, and this can be translated in terms of helping the animal feel that they are loved. The telepathic link between animals and humans also works when the animal must relay messages from the spirits, or to pass warnings of natural events that may occur. The help given is invaluable to the witch when conducting rituals that need outside assistance. Just by listening to their familiars, the animals can send the messages as they are needed through their ability for telepathy, and the warnings can be heeded. Naturally, a witch would often pick a familiar through a telepathic link between human and animal that proves the most comfortable for these purposes.

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Monday, March 4, 2013

REM Sleep and PTSD Recovery - Part I - Barry Krakow, MD

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Sunday, March 3, 2013

Swami Baba Ramdev - Herbal Products and Divya Medicines

Swami Ramdev Born in year 1974 also known as Baba Ramdev is in fact an Indian Hindu swami and an passionate admirer of Swami Vivekananda and Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. He is mainly well-known for his efforts into popularizing Yoga Practices in different part of world. He is as well one of the founders of the Divya Yoga Mandir Trust that aims to popularize Yoga and offer Ayurvedic treatments.



Divya Amla Churna for Eyes, Digestion and General Health



Amla or amalaki (Phyllanthus emblica) is full of medicinal actions and is considered as one of the richest possible natural source of vitamin 'C' or ascorbic acid. It also contains many necessary elements for keeping our body healthy and anti to germs and infections.



Divya Arshakalp Vati for Piles



* It helps in curing all types of piles like bleeding piles as well as dry piles

* Helps in relieving complications like pain, burning sensation, itching and colic pain.

* Helps in treating fistula-in-ano if taken regularly.



Divya Ashmarihar Ras for Kidney Stones



# It is in powder form &, is diuretic;

# It helps in dissolving deposited calculi & takes it out from the body

# It helps in relieving from complications like pains caused by it;

# Helps in removing edema & pain of kidney; stops the tendency of stone formation.



Divya Ashwagandha Churna for Stress, Fatigue and General Health



# Ashwagandha (Indian ginseng) has many important benefits, but is best known for its commanding adaptogenic properties, meaning that it helps mind and body become accustomed better to stress.

# It nourishes the nerves and perks up nerve function to help you uphold calm during stressful situations.

# It is also good for people who do physical labor or work out a lot, to help the body get used to to physical stress.



Divya Chandraprabha Vati for Urinary Disease



# Chandraprabha Vati is Very famous & useful medicine for the diseases relating to urinary tract & uterus as well as seminal disorders.

# Cures mutra-kricchra (dysuria) that is being caused by prostate enlargement, suppression of urination, joint pains, arthritis, cervical sciatica, weakness, stone in urinary tract, all types of prameha (obstinate urinary diseases including diabetes), bhagandara (fistula-in-ano), testicle enlargement, anemia, kamala (serious type of jaundice), piles & lumbar pain; promotes fluid and nourishment in the body.

# Promotes strength, sustenance & luster, produces gradual & enduring effect in prameha (obstinate urinary disorders including diabetes) & complications arising out of it; cures seminal disorders caused by gonorrhea and syphilis.



Divya Churna for Constipation



# It helps in curing constipation & takes out the faeces adhered in the intestines; activates intestines, so the internal layer of intestines does not allow the faeces to adhere there again.

# It helps in total evacuation of stomach; removes disappointment & makes the body active.



Divya Dant Manjan Tooth Powder



# Helps in Strengthens the gums, as a result of which discharge of pus mixed with blood gets stopped;

# Takes away food-particles from teeth;

# Helps in removing foul smell of the mouth,

# Makes salivary gland fit for doing its work properly.



Divya Gashar Churna for Removal of Gas



* Divya Gashar Churna helps in digesting the food, so there is no incidence of gas & acidity, etc., caused by indigestion.

* Divya Gashar Churna immediately cures feeling of heaviness of abdomen, flatulence, colic pain and anorexia after food.

* Divya Gashar Churna (powder) keeps away the gas of abdomen.



Divya Hridayamrita Vati for Heart Disease



# It helps in strengthening the heart,

# Helps in removing blockage of the arteries of the heart & controls high cholesterol;

# It Instantaneously relieves the common occurrence of angina pain;

# Activates the inactive capillaries of the heart; promotes its work-capacity, and removes uneasiness & palpitation.



Divya Kanti Lep for Increasing Skin Splendour



* Divya Kanti Lep Instantaneously cures skin-disorders, viz. pimples, acne, wrinkles on face, loss of shining & luster, darkness, etc.

* Divya Kanti Lep Application of this paste absorbs all the complaints of the skin, as a result of which the skin again becomes healthy; the natural beauty of the face reappears; it also promotes splendor, shining & luster on the face.



Divya Kayakalp Tail Oil for Skin Problems, Cracks and Burns



* Divya Kayakalp Tail Quickly curses all types of skin-disease, like ring-worm (dadru), itching, eczema, leucoderma, psoriasis, urticaria, freckles, skin allergy & sun-burning.

* Divya Kayakalp Tail Gives quick relief in cracks of hands & feet, burns, cuts & wounds. This oil is extremely useful & beneficial, so it should always be kept in each & every home.



Divya Kayakalp Vati for Skin Disease, Acne and Pimples



* Divya Kayakalp Vati Purifies blood, so cures all types of skin-diseases successfully.

* Divya Kayakalp Vati Removes acne, pimples, dark spot on checks & spots on the face.

* Divya Kayakalp Vati Cures all types of chronic & complicated ring-worms (dadru), itches, pruritus & eczema instantaneously. It is a complete cure for leucoderma & psoriasis as well.



Divya Kesh Tail Hair Oil for Hair Loss, Dandruff and Headache



* Divya Kesh Tail is like nectar for your hair; it cures untimely hair fall, dandruff, alopecia, premature graying of hair, etc. By applying this oil, hair becomes healthy & luxurious.

* As Divya Kesh Tail is prepared with many celestial herbs, it also strengthens your eyes & brain, as well as cools the brain.

* Divya Kesh Tail is also useful in headache & different types of head-diseases.



Divya Madhu Nashini Vati for Diabeties



# Divya Madhu Nashini Vati Activates the pancreas and helps it to secrete a balanced quantity of Insulin, through which extra Glucose gets converted into Glycogen.

# Divya Madhu Nashini Vati Removes weakness & irritation, as well as increases the capacity of the brain by making it strong.

# Divya Madhu Nashini Vati Cures the numbness of hands & feet and makes the nervous system strong.



Divya Madhukalp Vati for Diabetes



# Divya Madhukalp Vati Activates the pancreas and helps it to secrete a balanced quantity of Insulin, through which extra Glucose gets converted into Glycogen.

# Divya Madhukalp Vati Removes weakness & irritation, as well as increases the capacity of the brain by making it strong.

# Divya Madhukalp Vati Cures the numbness of hands & feet and makes the nervous system strong.



Divya Medha Kwath for Headache and Memory Enhancement



* Divya Medha Kwath Cures chronic headache, migraine, sleeplessness or loss of sleep, negativity and depression.

* Divya Medha Kwath Cures uneasiness.

* Divya Medha Kwath Promotes memory.



Divya Medha Vati for Memory Loss and Improving Intelligence



# Divya Medha Vati Cures different types of mental disorders, like loss of memory, headache, insomnia, irritative temperament, epileptic fits.

# Divya Medha Vati Cools down the brain.

# Divya Medha Vati Cures excessive Dreams, depression due to negative thinking, and uneasyness.

# Divya Medha Vati Very useful in loss of memory in old persons, or for those who forget things all of sudden.



Divya Medohar Vati for Weight Loss

# Divya Medohar Vati first removes disorders of the digestive system and then reduces the extra fat in thebody, making the body beautiful, compact, lustreful & active.

# Divya Medohar Vati Especially useful in thyroid disorders (hypo & hyper thyroid), rheumatic arthritis, joint pains, pain in lumbar region and knee, joints.



Divya Mukta Vati for High Blood Pressure



# Divya Medohar Vati Absolutely free from side effects.

# Divya Medohar Vati Cures high blood pressure caused by any cause, either by kidney disorder, heart disease or by increased cholesterol, anxiety, tension, or for inherited reasons.

# Divya Medohar Vati Also cures linked complications like insomnia, feeling of nervousness, palpitation, pain in the chest and head. There is no need to take any extra medicine for the relief of these complications. Intake of this 'Mukta Vati' will not produce excessive sleep in persons who by now have normal sleep.



Divya Peya Herbal Tea



# Divya Peya is An Ayurvedic drink, free from alcohol, having sweet taste & the best substitute for tea.

# It Promotes immunity in the body, so protects the attack of kaphaja diseases

# If by somehow there is an attack of kaphaja disease, patient gets immediate relief by its use.

# Stimulates power of digestion; strengthens body & brain, makes the brain tranquil; controls cholesterol & protects from heart-disease.



Divya Pidantak Ras for Joint Pain and Arthritis



* Useful in joint pain, arthritis, lumbar pain, cervical spondylitis, sciatica; gives immediate & permanent relief in all types of bodily pains.



Divya Pidantak Tail Massage Oil for Joint Pain and Arthritis



* Divya Pidantak Tail Immediately relieves joint pain, pain of lumbar region and knee-joints, cervical spondylitis, slip disk, trauma & different types of pain, oedema & inflammation.



Divya Sanjivani Vati for Cold, Fever and Flu



* Divya Sanjivani Vati is the perfect medicine to combat cold, fever and flu. It helps strengthen the immune system so that there will be no recurrence of the sickness.



Divya Shilajeet Rasayan Vati for Impotency



* Divya Shilajeet Rasayan Vati Produces positive effect on vatavahini nadi (nervous system), kidneys and channels which carry virya (semen).

* Divya Shilajeet Rasayan Vati Vayu-alleviating, promoter of strength and the quantity of semen (spermatopoetic).

* Divya Shilajeet Rasayan Vati Particularly useful in night fall swapnadosha, prameha (obstinate urinary disorders including diabetes) and leucorrhoea.



Divya Shilajeet Sat for Gout and Weak Immune System



* Divya Shilajeet Sat Cures gout , cervical spondylitis, sciatica, pain in the lumbar region & knee joints, parkinson, joint pain & all other types of pain;

* Divya Shilajeet Sat Very effective remedy for cold, cough, rhinitis, coryza, asthma (dyspnoea), bronchitis, weakness of lungs , tuberculosis, weakness of bones, general weakness, seminal diseases, diabetes, etc. Promotes immunity power, can be taken by all, i.e. men, women and even children, to cure diseases.



Divya Singhnaad Guggulu for Rheumatism

# Guggulu is the oleogum resin from a small tree (Commiphora Mukul) which grows in the Himalayas of northwestern India. It has anti-inflammatory and lipid-lowering properties. It also helps remove fat, excess fluids and ama from the body, and penetrates deep into the tissues.

# Singhnaad Guggulu is used to address rheumatic conditions. According to Ayurveda, rheumatism is viewed as the body's inflammatory reaction to an excessive amount of toxins in the system. Singhnaad Guggulu combines the potent cleansing ingredients of castor oil and triphala, which remove toxins from the joints and blood. In addition, it contains anti-inflammatory agents, such as Guggulu, that work to calm and sooth painful and swollen joints. This formula serves to rejuvenate the body and improve digestion, thus minimizing further production of toxins and rheumatic symptoms.



Divya Stri Rasayan Vati for Menstruation



* Divya Stri Rasayan Vati Cures all types of diseases of woman viz., leucorrhoea, menorrhagia, irregularity in menstruation, pain in lower abdomen or lumbar region;

* Divya Stri Rasayan Vati Very useful in excessive bleeding during menstruation; cures all types of female diseases if taken regularly for some time;

* Divya Stri Rasayan Vati Useful in curing wrinkles on the face, dark circles below eyes, feeling of exhaustion in the body & laziness.



Divya Swasari Ras for Lung Problems, Bronchitis and Asthma



* Intake of this medicine makes the cells of the lungs more active, and removes the inflammation of bronchioles & bronchi. So lungs become capable to take more oxygen & patient gets rid of chronic diseases like bronchitis;

* An expectorant by the intake of which phlegm adhered in lungs comes out easily and there is no further formation of phlegm;

* Promotes the immune power of lungs, and cures cough, coryza, cold, asthma, sneezing, heaviness in the head and sinusitis;

* An excellent tonic for lungs to nourish them.



Divya Triphala Churna for Rejuvination and Detoxification



# Divya Triphala Churna detoxifies and rejuvenates your body. It gently cleanses & detoxifies the system while simultaneously replenishing & nourishing it, this formula supports the proper functions of the digestive, circulatory, respiratory & genitourinary systems.

# Supports healthy digestion & absorption, gently maintains regularity. It is a natural anti-oxidant, and it assists natural internal cleansing. Triphala nourishes & rejuvenates the tissues.



Divya Triphala Guggulu for Joint Pain, Piles and Weight Loss



This classic Ayurvedic preparation combines the detoxifying and rejuvenating actions of triphala with the deeply penetrating and cleansing actions of guggulu. Triphala Guggulu effectively decongests the channels of the body and scrapes away toxins held within the tissues. It is particularly useful for weight management as it enkindles the digestive fire, promotes healthy metabolism and releases excess kapha from the system. Used preventatively, Triphala Guggulu minimizes the accumulation of toxins in the body, blood and joints by supporting proper digestion and elimination.



Divya Udaramrita Vati for Digestion and Stomache Problems



* Divya Udaramrita Vati Cures all types of abdominal diseas

* es including abdominal pain, suppression of the power of digestion, indigestion, liver-diseases (e.g. jaundice), anaemia, chronic fever, diarrhoea and constipation.



Divya Udarkalp Churna for Indigestion and Constipation



* Divya Udarkalp Churna is pitta alleviating, a mild purgative & non-evacing medicine.

* Divya Udarkalp Churna Clears bowls and removes constipation; doesn't cause any type of burning or other complication in intestines.

* Divya Udarkalp Churna Stimulates digestion & digests ama (undigested material caused by impaired digestion & metabolism).



Divya Vatari Churna for Arthritis



* Divya Vatari Churna Very useful in all types of vata-roga (diseases caused by the aggravation of vayu-dosa and ama-vata) rheumatoid arthritis in which vayu gets agaravated due to the accumulation of ama or indigested product caused by the impaired digestion as well as metabolism, and causes pain in the joints of body.

* Divya Vatari Churna It is anodyne and it cures ama-vata (rheumatoid arthritis), sciatica, pain in back as well as in lumbar region.



Divya Yauvanamrita Vati for Weak Bodies and Impotency



# Divya Yauvanamrita Vati Exceedingly strength promoting & nourishing for persons whose body is exhausted & emaciated; and also useful for persons who are entering into old age.

# Divya Yauvanamrita Vati Strengthens heart & brain, promotes sexual desire, and makes the body active. It is an aphrodisiac.



Divya Yograj Guggulu for Joint Pain



Yograj Guggulu is a traditional formula designed to reduce excess vata in the system. It is particularly useful for accumulated vata in the joints and muscles, which may be indicated by cracking or popping of the joints, tics, spasms or tremors. Chronic accumulation may lead to such serious conditions as rheumatism and arthritis. In vata-type arthritis, the joints may feel cold to the touch and although not necessarily swollen, they may be dry and painful, especially upon movement. Yogaraj Guggulu contains a synergistic blend of detoxifying herbs, including Triphala, Chitrak and Vidanga that work in conjunction with guggulu to remove excess vata from the joints as well as the nerves and muscles.



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Saturday, March 2, 2013

Patient w/ Severe Tremors, Complex Pain Syndrome, & Migraines, Treated with Dental & SOT

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Friday, March 1, 2013

Get My Ex Boyfriend Back - Should I Sleep With My Ex Boyfriend?

Should I sleep with my ex boyfriend? Will sleeping with my ex boyfriend gets him back? Is it right or wrong?



This is perhaps a very common question that many women have. So, what is my response to this question?



Well, first, I shall avoid commenting whether it is right or wrong. Because whether something is right or wrong is rather subjective. Below is just my personal opinion. You may or may not agree with me.



If you have ever considered sleeping with your ex boyfriend to get him back, I would strongly encourage you to reconsider your decision. You definitely do not want to do something that you may regret in the future.



First, you need to understand that there are always one or more reasons that cause a break up with your ex boyfriend. Perhaps the problem lies with you. Perhaps the problem lies with your boyfriend. Or perhaps, the problem lies with both of you.



What is important here is that you need to understand this. "Sleeping with your ex boyfriend is definitely not going to solve any problems that cause your break up." You are not dealing with the root of the problem. Both of you need to deal with the root of the problems in a mature manner.



As long as the root of the problems is not handled, there is no point in getting back together.



Perhaps, both of you may have a night of fun and may get back together for a short period of time. But chances are, the underlying problems will resurface soon and you might have to go through a break up a second time.



This is definitely not what you want right? Why would you want to go through the pain twice? Not to mentioned that there are some risk involved. You can't rule out the possibility that you can get pregnant even if both of you have already taken the necessary precaution.



If you are being pressured by your ex boyfriend, then perhaps you should consider leaving the relationship. No decent guy would pressure his girlfriend to sleep with him. Do not succumb to this kind of pressure. In this kind of situation, sleeping with him doesn't mean you will get him back.



Ultimately, the decision is yours but I would strongly encourage you to reconsider your decision. You don't want to do something that will make you regret for life. You will want to protect yourself from any potential harm.



Should I sleep with my ex boyfriend?



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How Much Sleep Do I Need?


Let's face it.. sleep is necessary for life!

Better yet, sleep has an increased rate of anabolism (the synthesis of cell structures), and a decreased rate of catabolism (the breakdown of cell structures).

What this means to you is more muscle.

Have you heard the term, "You don't grow in the gym, you grow out of the gym." Well sleep is part of that. It's not just recovery but it's when your muscles repair themselves.

:: Stages of Sleep ::

Currently, scientists divide sleep into two general types: REM (Rapid Eye Movement) and NREM (non-REM).

And within those types, there are 5 defined stages of sleep referred to as Stages 1 thru 5.

Did you know that Non-REM (Stage 1-4 sleep) accounts for 75-80% of total sleep time? it's also in those stages that your body repairs itself and it's when the real growth occurs.

:: Optimal Sleep Amounts ::

An American study linked life spans with sleep amount and found that those who sleep 4 to 7 hours live the longest, with those sleeping less than 4 or more than 9 hours living shorter lives[1]. The National Sleep Foundation however maintains that 8 hours of sleep is optimal, claiming improved performance in tests, reduced risk of accidents and a better immune system. It is important to mention this does not apply to children and adolescents, particularly children who require as much as 13 hours a night.

:: Importance of Optimal Sleep ::

First, some theories of sleep describe sleep as a dynamic time of healing and growth for organisms. For example, during stages 3 and 4, or slow-wave sleep, growth hormone levels increase, and changes in immune function occur.

Non-Rem Sleep may be an anabolic state marked by physiological processes of growth and rejuvenation of the organism's immune, nervous, muscular, and skeletal systems.

But what happens if you don't get enough sleep?

:: Lack of Sleep ::

This is a list of potential problems associated with a lack of sleep or sleep deprivation.

irritability hernia nausea Decreased ability for the immune system to fight off sickness Weight gain increased blood pressure Aching muscles Faster aging Slowed reaction time dizziness

For all those reasons, you can see that getting enough sleep is EXTREMELY important to your goals of muscle building and fat loss. A lack of sleep can really put a lid on your progress.

Short bouts of sleep deprivation probably won't stifle your gains but long term Sleep Problems can certainly curtail your progress.

While there is not single number that works for every single person, generally 4-7 hours should be enough for most people under most conditions to build muscle and burn fat.

It's true that some people need more and some people need less.

:: Sleep Tips for Getting the Rest You Need ::

Here's just a few tips for healthy and restful sleep.

Sleep only when sleepy - There's no reason to go to sleep or attempt to sleep if you aren't tired.

If you cannot fall asleep within 20 minutes, get up until you are tired and try again. Don't lie awake for hours.

Nap no more than 20 minutes and certainly not too late in the day as it will interfere with going to sleep later.

Get up and go to bed at the same time every day. This includes weekends. Establish a sleep routine and stick with it.

Refrain from exercising 4 hours before your regular bedtime. You can do morning workouts and late afternoon but if you workout too close to bed time, you've essentially just woken yourself up. It will be harder to go to sleep quickly if you've just got your blood flowing.

Develop sleep rituals. Many parents try and calm their children down 20 minutes or more before bed. This establishes a relaxation time frame before sleeping. Whatever you can do to relax before going to bed.

Only use your bed for sleeping.

Stay away from stimulates 4-6 hours before bed. That includes alcohol, nicotine and caffeine.

Have a light snack before bed.

Take a hot bath 90 minutes before bed. Some studies have shown that a drop in body temperature will leave you feeling sleepy. The bath will warm you up and getting out will cool you down. That drop can leave you feeling ready to sleep and it's a relaxing ritual as well before heading off to bed. A hot/warm shower will also do the trick.

Ensure your bed and bedroom are quiet and comfortable. This means the place where you sleep is conducive to sleeping.

One sleep "secret" action you can take within 45 seconds of opening your eyes in the morning, to instantly raise your energy is to use sunlight to set your biological clock. When light hits your skin, it starts to destroy melatonin. The faster you can get rid of melatonin, the less groggy you will feel upon waking. The first 15 seconds you can either open up a window and get some sunlight or you can look near a bright light if it's too dark outside. This will help to wake you up quickly and get rid of that groggy feeling you sometimes can feel.

Needless to say...

Sleep is extremely important to getting the most of our your fitness program. There's several benefits to sleep beyond the simple fact it's required for life. There's long term effects of sleep deprivation that will interfere with your goals.

Clearly when you sleep, your body is growing and repairing form the workout you did to stimulate muscle growth. This means it is critical to your overall progress.

:: Footnotes ::

1. Experts challenge study linking sleep, life span. http://archives.cnn.com/2002/HEALTH/02/14/sleep.study/index.html