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2013-05-19 05:50:31 (4 comments, 1 reshares, 7 +1s)

Label GMO's 

Dr. Suzuki is a geneticist. He graduated from Amherst College (Massachusetts) in 1958 with an Honours BA in Biology, followed by a Ph.D. in Zoology from the University of Chicago in 1961. He held a research associateship in the Biology Division of Tennessee's Oak Ridge National Lab (1961 – 62), was an Assistant Professor in Genetics at the University of Alberta (1962 – 63), and since then has been a faculty member of the University of British Columbia. He is now Professor Emeritus at UBC.

In 1972, he was awarded the E.W.R. Steacie Memorial Fellowship for the outstanding research scientist in Canada under the age of 35 and held it for three years. He has won numerous academic awards and holds 25 honourary degrees in Canada, the U.S. and Australia. He was elected to the Royal Society of Canada and is a Companion of the Order of Canada. Dr. Suzuki haswrit... more »

2013-05-17 18:42:51 (9 comments, 2 reshares, 15 +1s)

I saw Star Trek Into Darkness yesterday & this image and quote stuck!  (Have a fun, safe week-end)

“There's greatness in you. But there's not an ounce of humility. You think that you can't make mistakes, but there's gonna come a moment when you realize you're wrong about that. And you're gonna get yourself and everyone under your command killed.” ---- Christopher Pike - Star Trek Into Darkness 

                                  The Health Psychology Perspective

1.  Some people are surprised to become conscious of the fact that they are vulnerable to health problems.

2.  When a health difficulty strikes, it may be more of a shock to people with low fitness humility. 

3.  When the self-image has been hurt by a health problem, a little humility can shape the condition in a less distressinglight.

4.  Humi... more »

2013-05-17 17:40:55 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 6 +1s)

B. F. Skinner was an American psychologist, behaviorist, author, inventor, and social philosopher. He was the Edgar Pierce Professor of Psychology at Harvard University from 1958 until his retirement in 1974. 

Born: March 20, 1904, 
Died: August 18, 1990

A controversial figure, Skinner has been depicted in many different ways. He has been called evil, hateful, but also warm and enthusiastic. Much of Skinner’s professional trouble derived from his penchant for attempting to apply science proven in lab environments at a universal level. His persona was as controversial as his science. http://goo.gl/qow3D

2013-05-17 08:45:11 (5 comments, 4 reshares, 10 +1s)

"What's the point, if all we're going to do is end up equal!!"

A fun friday post (remember the endorphins) & have a good week-end.

2013-05-17 05:24:03 (4 comments, 1 reshares, 12 +1s)

It seems like a good time to share this one again.  I probably never will learn all of the new things on Google plus, but so far, I am liking the new changes. I hope you're all doing well with this one. Full article 
http://goo.gl/kJG6A

Embrace the Change or Let the Whining Begin

2013-05-16 02:59:01 (1 comments, 2 reshares, 22 +1s)

This is me right now when I am on G+

2013-05-15 18:39:17 (2 comments, 2 reshares, 17 +1s)

Reaching for Friday  Have a good Wednesday googlers

Goals are based on what is valuable to people at certain points in life, and they vary according to personal priorities, relationships and professional challenges. All about how to reach your goals http://goo.gl/4vWIe

Image Credits from Avatar @ http://goo.gl/EVboj

2013-05-13 16:53:55 (1 comments, 2 reshares, 10 +1s)

People and Perception

Perception is one of the oldest fields in psychology. All perception involves signals in the nervous system, which in turn result from physical stimulation of the sense organs. For example, vision involves light striking the retinas of the eyes, smell is mediated by odor molecules and hearing involves pressure waves. http://goo.gl/yNvBL

Summer sees a Spike in Chemical Injuries in Kids
via +Ali Adelstein  

A new study from Nationwide Children's Hospital shows that more than 100,000 injuries were reported in children due to hydrocarbons between 2000-2009. Hydrocarbons, a chemical compound commonly found in household items from cleaning products to gasoline, are among the top 10 causes of pediatric poisoning deaths in the United States. http://goo.gl/DGmgo

With practice, people can learn to make finer perceptualdi... more »

2013-05-13 05:30:15 (2 comments, 0 reshares, 13 +1s)

For anyone that might have to set a boundary today  (Happy Monday)

Direct Communication is the Key

Using clear, simple language in a direct, respectful fashion will make you feel proud, simply because you spoke your peace. If the person raises an eyebrow, try not to assume you understand what they mean, because honestly you do not know what they are thinking. Make them do some work, and communicate their thoughts directly to you, in other words ask them what they mean by that raised eyebrow. Full article http://goo.gl/k7eB6

Image Credit: +Author's Thought 

2013-05-11 07:45:01 (1 comments, 8 reshares, 32 +1s)

Happy Mothers Day

Mother is the name for God in the lips and hearts of little children.  ~William Makepeace Thackeray

2013-05-09 17:15:19 (0 comments, 1 reshares, 19 +1s)

The Week-End is Coming Googlers

                       ✿ Ten Things Not To Do If Arrested ✿
                             full article http://goo.gl/YzuEk                                  
via +Laura Umfer 

The simplest “to do” rule is to do what you are told. Simple, but somehow it often escapes someone who is either scared or intoxicated. More important to guarding your rights and interests are ten things you SHOULD NOT do:

                          
  1.  Don’t try to convince the officer of your innocence.
  2.  Don’t run.
  3.  Keep quiet.
  4.  Don’t give permission to search anywhere.
  5.  If the police are searching don’t react.
  6.  Don’t resist arrest. 
  8.  Do not believe what the police tell you in order to getyou to talk.
  9.   If at home, do not invite the police inside, nor should you “step o... more »

2013-05-06 19:00:25 (7 comments, 1 reshares, 23 +1s)

Happy Nurses Day 

They are not superwomen. I hope they accept themselves when they make a mistake & manage everything well. I know they try their best. Take a breath, appreciate and praise Nurses for their effort and care they have given to you & your loved one. Nurses do a great job!   Bravo!

Despite being out of the professional now for well over a decade this old saying remains true "Once a Nurse Always a Nurse".

Image Credit +Diane Cobb 

2013-05-13 04:24:05 (12 comments, 5 reshares, 39 +1s)

Being joyful requires feeling connected with the environment, with people in your life, with nature, with appreciating the arts (music, creativity, books) and it requires an acceptance of life, as it is, in the present. For a few tips http://goo.gl/23c4h

#photobomb  

2013-05-05 22:06:07 (0 comments, 2 reshares, 10 +1s)

How the Heart relates to Blood Pressure

There are two stages of the heartbeat

First Stage Systole is when the ventricles of the heart are squeezing or contracting which results in blood being pumped out to the lungs and forward to the remainder of the body. This is the top number of the blood pressure.

Second Stage Diastole Is when the ventricles of the heart are relaxing. During this stage, the atriums of the heart are filling with blood. This is the bottom number of the blood pressure and is when the hearts ventricles are in a relaxed state.

The heart has many vital functions, and it seems reasonable for all to develop new ways to maintain its strength and to learn how to take care of it.
All about health psychology and your heart http://goo.gl/SxGDt

Image Credits and for the full info graphic http://goo.gl/gKyLR

2013-04-30 22:01:50 (9 comments, 13 reshares, 38 +1s)

What other people think about you/me is largely up to them/you.

"Do what you feel in your heart to to be right, for you'll be criticized anyway. You'll be damned if you do, and damned if you don't." ----- Eleanor Roosevelt 

The image credit goes to +Monika Ljubičić & is a fine example of the psychological defense of Projection that involves taking unacceptable qualities or feelings and ascribing them to other people. 

2013-04-25 17:19:53 (7 comments, 5 reshares, 17 +1s)

Carl Gustav Jung was a Swiss psychotherapist and psychiatrist who founded analytical psychology. Jung proposed and developed the concepts of the extravert and the introvert personality, archetypes, and the collective unconscious. For more information http://goo.gl/AXyjy

Born: July 26, 1875
Died: June 6, 1961

❤ All about Intimacy Tip❤

Be Sincere and Speak the Truth without hurting your partners’ feelings, be as clear and straightforward as possible. People, who are afraid of intimacy, do not share their sensitive side, attempt to take the risk and share a few warm, soft “fuzzy” feelings. Acknowledge, evaluate and accept the sentimental side. If one is sad express it verbally, as feeling sadness rather than anger, irritability or frustration.  For the full article http://goo.gl/hZ3QO

2013-04-22 06:58:16 (7 comments, 0 reshares, 12 +1s)

Happy Monday!

2013-05-03 19:21:55 (9 comments, 8 reshares, 30 +1s)

"Every adversity, every failure, every heartache carries with it the seed on an equal or greater benefit" ----- Napolean Hill

✿    Psychological resilience is how a person/country copes with stress and adversity. The way people manage stress results in the ability to bounce back to a normal level functioning, or, not show the negative effects of trauma. Resilience is a learning process and not a trait.

 ✿   A more controversial form of resilience is frequently termed 'post-traumatic growth', where exposure to a traumatic event leads to improved functioning much like how a vaccination gives the physical body the ability to fend off exposure to a virus.

✿    Part is what is called cognitive reappraisal, and that involves looking at the trauma that people have experienced and reframing it.  Then assimilate it into life view and you move on.  Byassimilating ... more »

2013-04-19 11:10:08 (2 comments, 4 reshares, 22 +1s)

✿   If people are finding themselves overly absorbed with the news & you are safe.

     ✔    Turn off the TV
     ✔    Turn off the Computer

✿   Anxiety Reduction Stress produces a bio-chemical reaction and the overproduction of cortisol and adrenaline. Listen to music, go for a walk, play with your animals, play with your child, practice relaxation techniques, read a book, go to the movies, cook, garden, physically build something, exercise or find someone to talk to about the anxiety to discover a personal way to reduce stress. http://goo.gl/QqnbT

What are you doing to relax? 

Have a good #fidofriday  

2013-04-18 06:53:05 (0 comments, 4 reshares, 25 +1s)

WELL IT'S KIND OF DIFFICULT TO BE LIGHT & HUMOROUS AGAIN

✿   Fear is a part of life whether it is fear of war and terrorism, or the general fears, like those of intimacy, abuse, a physical disease, a natural disaster, or even observing a natural disaster. 

✿   How to Cope with Terror or Extreme Fear
               Immediate Effects
               Short Term Effects
               Long Term Effects

✿   If my US googler friends are having difficulty with this weeks events read more here http://goo.gl/DcAYK   (And of course feel free to call the office for a free chat, if necessary) The number is on the about page, as this is not an advertisement for business.

#WEST   #PrayForBoston   #PrayforTexas  

2013-04-17 19:15:50 (1 comments, 1 reshares, 13 +1s)

2013-04-17 06:29:44 (10 comments, 2 reshares, 12 +1s)

The defense of Denial in Psychology

◡ Good Night Googlers ◡

I'm hoping it's not too soon to be humorous ◡◡

2013-04-13 18:18:08 (6 comments, 3 reshares, 18 +1s)

To create a happy life that is truly worthy people will have their own self-approval, as acceptance from others is irrelevant. Self-approval will open the support mechanisms of the universe which will flood your world with plenty of validating evidence.  http://goo.gl/maS8J

Have a fun week-end googlers

2013-04-12 01:21:39 (3 comments, 6 reshares, 32 +1s)

"I believe that one defines oneself by reinvention. To not be like your parents. To not be like your friends. To be yourself. To cut yourself out of stone." --- Henry Rollins

Image Credits: http://goo.gl/MhnDB via +Suzy Jenkins 
Quote Credits: http://goo.gl/Xeurd

Carpe diem

2013-04-08 23:07:01 (8 comments, 0 reshares, 26 +1s)

Now I am sure that none of my googler followers have made any mistakes today.....but just in case. (Have a good night)

The STEP process to reaching your goals here http://goo.gl/4vWIe 

2013-04-06 22:02:16 (14 comments, 12 reshares, 37 +1s)

The Old Hospice Tale

The elderly woman sat by her loving and dying husband, tears flowing down his eyes as he stated "I wish I had done more".

Wife  "What do you mean, you were such a kind, devoted, loving man to me."

Husband   "I wish I had done more."

Wife  "You were gentle, loving, giving to all of your children who love you dearly."

Husband   "I wish I had done more."

Wife   "Your colleagues love you, your friends adore you, everyone has not one negative word ....we all will miss you dearly and I do not know how I will live without you."

Husband   "I wish I had done more"  (Crying)

Wife   "You're an icon of compassion, competence, and caring! Now stop this it is upsettingme"... more »

2013-04-05 20:23:54 (0 comments, 5 reshares, 15 +1s)

❤ This week-ends prescription ❤

Spend Quality Time with your partner. Intimacy takes time to develop, and someone who is not willing to spend time with another person will obviously not be able to develop an intimate relationship! Communication at times is the key to success, therefore, explain that you want full attention. Full article here http://goo.gl/duJ17

#tgif  #TGIF

2013-04-03 07:16:46 (2 comments, 4 reshares, 15 +1s)

The people who are most valued are those who step out of the box and amend the rules. Full article http://goo.gl/1vlNl

2013-04-03 04:14:10 (0 comments, 6 reshares, 17 +1s)

Crisis Hotlines

Every once in a while I have to share this list of crisis hotlines in the US. If anyone needs to talk to someone call the number according to the state. (I am pretty sure they are all in working order) http://goo.gl/syYOX 

btw the link is on the bottom on my about page.

2013-04-01 03:01:43 (5 comments, 1 reshares, 32 +1s)

"It is often when night looks the darkest, it is often before the fever breaks that one senses the gathering momentum for change, when one feels that resurrection of hope in midst of despair and apathy". ----- Hillary Clinton

Happy Easter, Passover and Spring

#happyeaster #passover #spring

2013-03-21 05:31:54 (5 comments, 4 reshares, 25 +1s)

Rationalization

Sometimes rationalization occurs when we think we know ourselves better than we do. It is also an informal fallacy of reasoning.

Image: http://goo.gl/QLT6z

2013-03-19 22:25:23 (5 comments, 4 reshares, 24 +1s)

Have a good rest of the day.

It is only Tuesday, but, just in case anyone has made a mistake this week. Practice self love & acceptance. How to meet your goals http://goo.gl/4vWIe

2013-03-16 21:59:32 (4 comments, 5 reshares, 34 +1s)

has welcomed the day with a smile because I know how good life is when you just stop to breathe it all in!

2013-03-15 22:49:39 (22 comments, 3 reshares, 25 +1s)

Maintaining Health seems to be a  Paradox related to Time  :D

Definition http://goo.gl/JRYxg             Image via +Rob Gordon 

2013-03-10 23:14:23 (0 comments, 3 reshares, 19 +1s)

One Tip for those of you that are feeling low

Social Support assists people in coping with stresses in life. Sometimes people  want to isolate. Try to allow those who care about you and love you be a part your life. Many researchers have found that not having a solid foundation of social support can lead to feelings of loneliness, which are also precursors to symptom development. Therefore, try to go out and develop those old friendships, make new friends, or spend time with loved ones. Full article here http://goo.gl/W333g

Note the biological section of this article is currently being updated to include this material in regards to Serotonin & Depression http://goo.gl/KOaWj  & http://goo.gl/26oES

2013-03-10 00:22:48 (9 comments, 9 reshares, 35 +1s)

Setting a Boundary is the First Step to Regaining Control of Life.

If relationships are abusive and you find yourself being submissive accept a portion of this as being your responsibility. As adults, we have a choice. Ask if it is truly worth the pain and suffering to be with someone who is abusive: Someone who is not respecting your self worth.  Full article http://goo.gl/zgBeF

2013-03-07 20:09:09 (1 comments, 15 reshares, 28 +1s)

The relationship between Happiness and Joy

Challenges along the way can be viewed as opportunities to learn and grow. Enjoying high quality of life does not depend as much on money and material comfort as we might be led to believe, but, upon fulfilling the emotional need for that temporary feeling of happiness.  Full article here http://goo.gl/SDKka