Hypnosis | A New Way to Cleanse your Blood.

Blood cleansing is a very important step on the road to a healthier life. Your blood is your life force. It transports oxygen and contains the immune system’s army to help heal us. Yet our daily lives often take a toll on this vital personal resource, leaving us feeling weak, out of breath, and unhealthy.

One way to ensure your blood is thoroughly cleansed is to use a form of hypnosis which focuses on your internal physical body. Using your spiritual self, you can cleanse the body and immediately begin reaping the positive effects this process has.

If you’re ready to start trying, look at the steps below. Do not feel discouraged if it does not work the first time. It requires a deep hypnotic trance to successfully accomplish this procedure, but patience and practice will pay off.

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Start by Creating Your Intention
Before trying to fall into your trance, you must create your intention and set it firmly in your mind. Your intention is to cleanse your blood of impurities. This includes high cholesterol, toxins, clots, and anything else that may make your blood impure.

Fall into a Deep Hypnotic Trance
With your intention firmly set in mind, bring yourself into a deep hypnotic trance. This is a state of deep relaxation in which your body may feel either heavy or weightless. Both are normal. You can use music, a spinning wheel, or another tool to help bring about a deeper trance if it helps. Many people find external tools such as these improve their focus.

Focus on Your Blood
Once you’ve fallen into a deep trance, focus on your blood. Feel it flowing through your body, pulsing in and out of your heart. See how it looks. Feel how powerful it is as it rushes through your circulatory system to bring nourishment to every vital organ in your body, from your skin to your heart and your lungs to your kidneys. Once the image is firmly placed in your mind, it is time for the last step.

Photo credit: Erin Cooke Art.

Use Visualization to Spiritually Cleanse
Using visualization, cleanse your blood with bright, spiritually vivid colors. Watch as the colors wash your blood of any impurities, making it thick, clean, and healthy once more. Slowly go through each section of your body, ensuring you have cleansed each part of your life-giving blood.

Feel the Positive Effects
Now that you have cleansed your blood of impurities, you can enjoy the positive effects this process will have on not just your physical self, but your overall well-being. You should now feel ready to tackle anything, even dating. With healthy blood, you will be more energized and confident. No more sluggish feelings or uncertainties about your physical health to weigh you down.

Hypnosis is a free way to cleanse your blood, without the use of harsh medications. It is a natural, productive resource we could use more in our lives. Remember to cleanse your blood on a regular schedule to continue reaping the positive effects.

The Top Seven Things to Change About Yourself for Someone You Love.

1. Your health.
This is not the same thing as saying that you should change your appearance, by any means. You should change your health for someone, as that shows that you care for how you present yourself, and also that you care about your overall health. It is quite easy to make sure that you have something which makes you feel good and motivated these days – more and more people are on health kicks, after all – so finding something to do should be easy.

There is also an added element in healthiness - it shows that you are willing to put an effort in. Too many people think that they deserve somebody who is top-quality, without making any effort to be so themselves.

Lee Joon Gi does Jiu Jitsu!
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2. Your hobbies.
You shouldn’t pick up an entirely new set of hobbies just to impress people – but so many people just list watching TV as their main hobby, and that is too generic. Choosing good hobbies has two distinct advantages: one, it gives you places to go where other people who enjoy the same hobbies as you are – not only will you make friends, but you may also find romantic partners there. Two, having hobbies over and above simply watching TV will make you seem more interesting on sites for adults who date, and will give you more things to talk about than simply what was on TV the previous evening.

3. Your home
People like to see a well-maintained home – it gives the impression that your life is under control. Whether that is true or not is of course beside the point, but it will definitely give a good impression. People walking into a well-maintained home want to stay there, and this is something you want.

Laneige for men.

4. Your personal hygiene
Change your personal hygiene if you want to get a date. This isn’t negotiable, I’m afraid. Clean your teeth, your hair, your body – wear nice smelling cologne (although not too much).

The same goes for beards and clothes and shoes. Make sure that they are clean and not stained. Make yourself look presentable, and you will be much more of a romantic prospect than you otherwise would be.

5. Your life plans
Again, this is not a hard and fast rule, but you should bear in mind that by asking someone to share their life with you, you need to change your plans to include them in them. Your future plans will need to be done with two people in mind, not just one.

Photo credit: Daily Mail UK.

6. Your abilities
People don’t need to be Michelin star chefs, but being able to cook and wash dishes and do other basic housework is a blessing, and is looked on very favourably.

7. Your habits
If you have a bad habit of simply leaving dirty towels and clothes lying around, you might need to change that if you have someone around. They will most likely not appreciate the odour or the sight.

Moose Play Camp 2018 | Gear up for Fun and Fashion this Summer!

I was around my son's age (he's turning ten this year) when I first came across the clothing brand Moose Gear. My brother and my cousin John owned several pieces from the brand, and they would often wear Moose Gear polo shirts and denim pants to church on Sunday or to birthday parties, family gatherings, and the like. The two boys always looked so dapper whenever they wear those clothes, and Moose Gear sort of became their unofficial Sunday best.

Fast forward to twenty years later, the Moose Gear legacy continues as it dresses up young boys in cool, comfortable, and hip fashion. This well-loved brand's claim to fame is their consistent use of high quality cotton fabric and the wide selection of styles and designs that kids (and their moms) love.

Moose Gear and Moose Girl, too!

The clothing company has also ventured into girls' fashion with Moose Girl - fun, stylish, and comfortable clothing apparel for young girls. The brand was launched in 2003, and became a hit among little girls and girls in their tweens.

Moose Gear kids - can you name them all?

Even celebrity kids are fond of the brand. From the child stars of my generation such as Patrick Garcia and Angelica Panganiban to Goin' Bulilit kids then and now (Nash Aguas, Sharlene San Pedro, Makisig Morales, and Bugoy Carino) - all of them have been part of the ever-growing Moose Gear family. The list goes on as Moose Gear continues to tap the talented and amazing kids in the entertainment industry.

Even Scarlet Snow Belo wears Moose Girl!
Photo credit: Moose Gear on Facebook.

This summer, it's our kids' time to shine in the Moose Play Camp 2018 - a fun workshop slash meet-and-greet activity where kids can meet and interact with the Moose Family celebrity endorsers for hours of fun, inspiration, and entertainment.

The Play Camp also provides the opportunity for kids to attend a talent workshop conducted by professional teachers and harness their skills in dancing, singing, and modeling along the way. The workshop is geared to discover, cultivate, and enhance your kids' talents with the intent of helping build their confidence so that they may shine like their Moose Gear and Moose Girl endorsers. The Play Camp also marks the launching of the Moose Summer Collection, where participants and their parents can have a preview of the stylish kiddie outfits before they hit the stores.

Moose Play Camp 2018 mechanics.
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Interested in joining the Moose Play Camp 2018?

A minimum of Php 1000 worth of Moose Gear/Moose Girl products purchased within the promo period at participating SM branches entitles one (1) kid to the Play Camp. The following are the event dates and venues, and the corresponding promo period.

DATE OF EVENT	PARTICIPATING BRANCH	PROMO PERIOD
MAY 6, 2018 * SUNDAY	SM SAN LAZARO	APRIL 1- MAY 6, 2018
MAY 20, 2018 * SUNDAY	SM DASMARINAS	APRIL 1-MAY 20, 2018
MAY 27, 2018* SUNDAY	SM CABANATUAN	APRIL 1- MAY 27, 2018

Two workshop batches will be held per event to accommodate more participants and make sure everyone will enjoy the experience. Participants will get to walk and perform on stage, with the celebrity endorsers joining them. Photo ops and autograph signing will also be held during the event.

Visit the Moose Gear stores at malls near you to check on the details, and don't forget to follow the Moose Gear official social media pages:

Facebook -      https://www.facebook.com/moosegear/

Twitter -          https://twitter.com/moosegearkids

Instagram -      https://www.instagram.com/moosegearkids/

See you all at the Play Camp! :)

Spotlight | Holika Holika Aloe 99% Soothing Gel.

We're now officially on summer break, and here in the Philippines, summer also spells fun and is synonymous to beach trips, vacations, and barbecue parties. On the downside, summer also means extreme heat and humidity which can cause sunburns, rashes, all sorts of skin infections, and even damage to your hair. It is this time of the year when I find the Holika Holika Aloe 99% Soothing Gel most helpful.

Aloe vera, the thick, short-stemmed plant that stores water in its leaves, has been used for centuries for its medicinal and healing properties. It's also widely-used in many beauty products, as its inner leaf juice contains vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and antioxidants that work wonders for the skin. And this product from Holika Holika contains 99% of it.

Holika Holika Aloe 99% Soothing Gel.

Made from aloe veras grown in Jeju Island, the Holika Holika Aloe 99% Soothing Gel is a "fast-absorbing gel that provides lasting moisture and calms reddened skin". Aside from aloe vera, it also contains a variety of plant extracts such as cucumber, watermelon, centella, bamboo, and corn. This product also boasts of the 7-Free system, meaning it's free from harmful additives such as parabens, benzophenone, propylene glycol, BHT, mineral oil, animal ingredients, and artificial coloring.

Aloe vera packaging.

One thing I love about this product - aside from the fact that it's made with natural ingredients - is its packaging. Very on-point, if I were to describe it. It's an aloe vera product contained in an aloe vera-shaped bottle. How can you get wrong with that? :)

No-spill cap, still sealed.

I also love that it comes in a squeeze tube, which is more hygienic than having to dip my fingers in a tub. However, the tube tends to dispense a bit too much of the product even with just a tiny squeeze.

Squeeze tube.

Now as for the product itself, the Holika Holika Aloe 99% Soothing Gel has a watery, gel-like consistency. The texture is a bit slimy which is quite similar to raw aloe vera. It's easy to apply, fast-absorbing, without the sticky or greasy feel. It moisturizes and nourishes the skin and makes it look healthy and hydrated. It's pretty effective on rashes and sunburns as it soothes the skin and reduces redness and inflammation.

A 'not-so-small' squeeze of the product.

I also love this product's mild and refreshing scent which lingers on the skin long after you have applied it. The scent is more of cucumber than aloe vera, which I absolutely do not mind. This product can be stored at room temperature, but I keep mine inside the fridge for that extra cooling effect.

Watery but not runny.

There are plenty of ways to use the Holika Holika Aloe 99% Soothing Gel, but I prefer using it as a sleeping pack (applying a generous amount on my face and neck before I hit the sack) and as a soothing lotion (because I have a sun allergy and my skin gets red and itchy at the slightest exposure to the sun). My Mum, on the other hand, likes using this as a hair treatment - applying it on areas of her scalp where hairs are thin and seemingly sparse.

How to use the Holika Holika Aloe 99% Soothing Gel.
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Price-wise, the Holika Holika Aloe 99% Soothing Gel is affordable at 5900 won (around Php 290 or $6) for this 250 mL bottle. Comparing it with similar products on the market, it is a tad more expensive than the Nature Republic Aloe Vera Soothing Gel, priced at 4400 won (around Php 215 or $4) for a 300 mL tub and the Foodaholic Aloe Vera Soothing Gel, priced at 2900 won (around Php 140 or $2) for a 300 mL tub.

Seal of authenticity.

However, the Nature Republic soothing gel is made with only 92% aloe vera and contains alcohol, while the Foodaholic soothing gel is strongly-scented and comes in a tub.

Hangul text at the back of the bottle.

Manufacturing + expiration date.
Use within 18 months after opening.

Luckily, I got my Holika Holika Aloe 99% Soothing Gel during a sale event at one of the Holika Holika stores in Myeongdong. For every purchase of the 250 mL bottle, you get a free 100 mL bottle - not bad for 5900 won, right? I actually bought several bottles for my Mum, my sister, and I, and gave the smaller bottles as gifts to friends.

Will I recommend and repurchase? Definitely, yes!

Expect me to buy a few more bottles of these when I fly back to Seoul next month. :)

Sneak Peek | Holika Holika x Peko Collection.

It seems like collaborations with food brands will be this year's trend in the K-beauty industry as another exciting collection is about to come our way!

Korean cosmetics brand Holika Holika, known for its 'fun and practical' makeup and skincare products, has recently joined hands with Japanese confectionery brand Fujiya Co. for this super cute, absolutely adorable makeup collection. Kawaii! 

Holika Holika x Peko Collection!

View the complete Holika Holika x Peko Collection after the jump!