Seventy-nine participants wore a recording device over four days and were periodically recorded as they went about their lives. Out of more than 20,000 recordings, researchers identified the conversations as trivial small talk or substantive discussions.
As published in Psychological Science, the happiest participants had twice as many genuine conversations and one third as much small talk as the unhappiest participants.
These findings suggest that the happy life is social and conversationally deep rather than isolated and superficial. The research has also confirmed what most people know but don't practice: surface level small talk does not build relationships
If you've bought on to this idea of banning small talk from your conversations, here are thirteen no-fail conversation starters cherry-picked from a few credible sources:
- What's your story?
- What's the most expensive thing you've ever stolen?
- What is your present state of mind?
- What absolutely excites you right now?
- What book has influenced you the most?
- If you could do anything you wanted tonight (anywhere, for any amount of money), what would you do and why?
- If you had the opportunity to meet one person you haven't met who would it be, why and what would you talk about?
- What's the most important thing I should know about you?
- What do you value more, intelligence or common sense?
- What movie is your favorite guilty pleasure, and why?
- You are stuck on a deserted island, and you can only take three things. What would they be?
- When and where were you happiest in your life?
- What do you think is the driving force in your life?
Your Brain, Your Body on Light
The eye itself, which is continually exposed to ambient powerful photons that pass through various ocular tissues, emit spontaneous and visible light-induced ultraweak photon emissions. It has even been hypothesized that visible light induces delayed bioluminescence within the exposed eye tissue, providing an explanation for the origin of the negative afterimage. These light emissions have also been correlated with cerebral energy metabolism and oxidative stress within the mammalian brain.
Bokkon's hypothesis suggests that photons released from chemical processes within the brain produce biophysical pictures during visual imagery, and a recent study found that when subjects actively imagined light in a very dark environment their intention produced significant increases in ultraweak photo emissions. This is consistent with an emerging view that biophotons are not solely cellular metabolic by-products, but rather, because biophoton intensity can be considerably higher inside cells than outside, it is possible for the mind to access this energy gradient to create intrinsic biophysical pictures during visual perception and imagery.
Apparently biophotons are used by the cells of many living organisms to communicate, which facilitates energy/information transfer that is several orders of magnitude faster than chemical diffusion. According to a 2010 study, "Cell to cell communication by biophotons have been demonstrated in plants, bacteria, animal neutriophil granulocytes and kidney cells." Researchers were able to demonstrate that "...different spectral light stimulation (infrared, red, yellow, blue, green and white) at one end of the spinal sensory or motor nerve roots resulted in a significant increase in the biophotonic activity at the other end." Researchers interpreted their finding to suggest that "...light stimulation can generate biophotons that conduct along the neural fibers, probably as neural communication signals."
Gerald Pollack, PhD, who wrote The 4th Phase of Water has identified water molecules, which constitute 99% of the molecules in our body by number, as capable of storing the energy of sunlight like batteries and driving the majority of processes within our body as a primary, non-ATP-based source of energy.
There are several ancient Taoist practices that involve amplifying the "inner light" that has been shown to directly influence the speed and completeness of healing. Yogic practices such as sun gazing and intentionally "flowing chi" are well documented and powerful self-healing methods.
QUANTUM HEALTH TIP: In the research that brought about some of the Vital Force formulas that we sell here at Pure Energy Rx, it was found that chaotic or incoherent biophotonic activity was a major factor in creating human stress, and that by "harmonizing" or "ordering" the chaotic photonic activity, a breakthrough was made in healing. The first formula to use this theory was the E-1 Stress Relief Formula, that for over 20 years has proven again and again to be extremely effective in neutralizing stress.
Back to Nature--It's Actually Really Good For You
"The longer the trip, the more healing occurs," says the geologist Peter Winn, who has been leading expeditions down the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon since the 1960s. "Healing happens for people almost without exception."
The most dramatic transformations that he's observed have been in disabled military veterans on 16-day kayaking trips organised by a group called Team River Runner. "One army communications expert came home from Iraq so full of shrapnel, he'd lost his ability to do even simple math, and would only say 'Fuck you.' By the end of the trip, he spoke eloquently and at length, in appreciation of both the Canyon and his fellow boaters. Later his wife wrote to thank the crew and the river for getting her husband back."
In recent years, a host of other mechanisms have come to light--in fact, there are up to 21 possible pathways to improved health, according to a review paper in Frontiers in Psychology from scientists at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Among the elements that have been identified, of particular note are bright lights and negative air ions (oxygen atoms charged with an extra electron), known to ease depression; simple views of nature, which enhance autonomic control of heart rate and blood pressure; and even the sounds of nature, which help us to recover from heightened stress.
Blood tests revealed a host of protective physiological factors released at a higher level after forest, but not urban, walks. Among those hormones and molecules, a research team at Japan's Nippon Medical School ticks off dehydroepiandrosterone which helps to protect against heart disease, obesity and diabetes, as well as adiponectin, which helps to guard against atherosclerosis. In other research, the team found elevated levels of the immune system's natural killer cells, known to have anti-cancer and anti-viral effects. Meanwhile, research from China found that those walking in nature had reduced blood levels of inflammatory cytokines, a risk factor for immune illness, and research from Japan's Hokkaido University School of Medicine found that shinrin-yoku lowered blood glucose levels associated with obesity and diabetes.
Studies showed that just three days and two nights in a wooded place increase the immune system functions that boost feelings of wellbeing for up to seven days. The same amount of time in a built environment has no such effect. Human response includes increased awe, greater relaxation, restored attention, and boosted vitality. Health outcomes on the receiving end of the pathway are astounding: enhanced immunity, including reduced cardiovascular disease, fewer migraines, and lowered anxiety, to name but a few. According to Frances Ming Kuo, the lead author of the University of Illinois review: "The cumulative effect could be quite large even if many of the individual pathways contribute only a small effect."
QUANTUM HEALTH TIP: Intensively built urban areas have the effect of blocking or minimizing the Schumann Resonance, which the body uses to "track" its circadian rhythms and harmonize with its environment. This explains part of why being out in Nature is so therapeutic. Take the healing power of Nature with you by wearing or carrying the Vital Force Schumann Resonance Crystals.
Light Infusions
In the ancient arts of Taoism, there are many "light meditations" to use in any number of ways. I recommend reading the works of Mantak Chia, a Taoist and QiGong master. One of the most basic uses of light, is to simply send it via the imagination to whatever needs healing in the body, whether it be a slight discomfort or an unwanted chronic condition. The body responds to light with its own healing powers, which are considerable. Imagine the light infusing and becoming the part of the body needing it. You'll find that by consistently using this method, healing will speed up, and the condition addressed will not "get worse" or have "complications". The light can be various colors, shapes, motions and intensities. The key is to KNOW this light is performing a valuable service to the body. Recent research on biophotons in the body backs up this ancient practice (see article above). From 25 No Cost Health & Healing Hacks by Boyd Martin)
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Maggie Anderson is a Yoga & Spiritual Teacher, Reiki and IET Master Healer, Priestess, Psychic Channeler, Munay-Ki Rites Mentor, Sage Goddess Advisor #140, Soul Coach®, Past Life Coach, Magnified Healing® Master Teacher, Angelights Messenger & Author. "It's my desire that you find meaning here in this sacred magical haven. A desire to dive deep into your soul and feel comforted along the way. I desire to find real connections and offer something real and authentic here. This is a sacred container for your soul. I hope you can laugh as well as cry and still show your weaknesses and know you are held here just like the Universe is doing for all of us now. It's my desire when you are all filled up that you share your wisdom. We are all students and sometimes the teacher. I intend that you and I can be gentle and fierce and joyful and loving as well as down in our vulnerability and still know we can carry on. It is my intention to be as authentic and real as possible for myself and all of you here. And I invite you to do the same." --Maggie Anderson - WEBSITE
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I woke up suddenly the other night--it might have been the thunder of a Kansas spring, or a nearby train whistle in this railroad town--with a distinct voice in my head. Actually, a loud voice in my head: "There is no 'out there'!", it seemed to rant, then a short pause, and, "External, internal--it's all eternal."
In humans, it is our pineal gland, part of our endocrine system, that helps us translate external light (or darkness) into biological processes internally. It does this through the production of melatonin which is a derivative of serotonin. The relationship between sleep, melatonin, and serotonin has a profound influence on mood, depression, creativity, mental clarity, and other important aspects of health.
Here is a simple way to feed your brain a new stream of inputs. Three times a day, stop and think of something good. Spend one minute each time scanning for the positive aspects of situations that are currently on your mind. Do this for six weeks and your brain will be trained to look for the good in the world. Define ‘good’ however you want. For best results, do not focus on puppies, rainbows, and butterflies. Look for good things relevant to your present reality. Here are some examples from my own positivity minutes. You can see that I’m actively constructing positives instead of passively waiting for good things to come my way.
1. Feeling Warmth and Peace In Your Heart and I Am Core. It is a sign that you're opening more to perceive and receive the guidance, insight and support of your guardian angel that's available to you.
I'm including this as a "hack" because salt is so under-appreciated as a health regimen. Now, I'm not talking about the processed, pure sodium chloride known as "table salt" (a terrible marketing ploy). Pure sodium chloride can adversely affect the sodium-potassium balance in the cells, leading to all sorts of physical ailments, such as hypertension, kidney stress, and metabolic disorders. On the other hand, natural salt, such as unprocessed sea salts, pink mountain or lake salts contain dozens of minerals, and the sodium content is bonded to the mineral molecules. So instead of being a threat to the sodium-potassium balance, it is actually greatly beneficial, for both the mineral content and overall electrical potential of the body's cells. I also found out that pink Himalayan salt is the choice for a dentrifice by Tibetan monks. Salt "blows up" harmful bacteria in the mouth, and the mineral content helps rebuild dental enamel. Another form of salt intake is to prepare "sole" (so-lay). Simply put the salt in a jar of water and allow it to dissolve into a solution, eventually saturating the water so that all the water molecules are bonded with salt molecules. The easiest way to be sure the water is saturated with salt is to get rocks of salt--such as the rock form of Himalayan Pink Salt. Fill the jar with the rocks, and then fill with water. In about 24 hours, the sole solution is ready. Use 1-2 teaspoons in a glass of water or juice for a great energy pick-me-up. Google "salt sole" for more info on the benefits, and where to find the salt rocks. (From 
Selena Rodriguez serves as a catalyst in the lives of numerous people around the world. She has worked full time in the metaphysical and healing arts since 1990. For 11 of those years she was traveling almost full time, teaching seminars and working with clients internationally, on ancient lineage teachings. Selena has studied with numerous teachers. Most noteworthy was her 12-year apprenticeship with Master Curandera Starr Fuentes. During that time, Selena worked very closely with Starr, developing such classes as Light Language III, Light Language Teacher’s Training, the Master Cube, the Eternal Moebius, and more. For seven of those years, when she was not traveling, Selena lived with Starr in her retreat center. Also during that time, Starr passed on to Selena a multitude of little known teachings that stem from the ancient lineage traditions around the world. Selena went on to bring many of these teachings to Europe, and trained teachers there and in other locations worldwide, to carry on these teachings. 
Clean Sweep was developed in the laboratory by a team of quantum physicists. They were researching a way to clear unwanted energies or frequencies from the lab in order to make testing more accurate. In the process of this research, they discovered a way to infuse ionized water so that when sprayed into the environment, it neutralized all forms of electromagnetic fields (EMF) and even deadly Gamma radiation. Later, in human trials, Clean Sweep showed the remarkable property of also neutralizing negative emotions and feelings in humans, and was able to reduce stress response not only in humans, but also in animals and even plants. The effect of Clean Sweep is immediate, as it swiftly calms the sympathetic and para-sympathetic nervous systems. Great for contentious business meetings, family get togethers, upset infants, stressed out pets, and even house or garden plants that have been shocked. Clean Sweep is also extremely effective in clearing energies from doctors' offices, yoga studios, healer treatment rooms, car rentals, hotel rooms and aircraft. Clean Sweep is also an excellent self-treatment aid that creates a "bubble" of zero-negative space, making it much easier to meditate or concentrate on a task. The effect lasts approximately 3-6 hours, and with a few spritzes into the corners of a room, the space is cleared. Check out the Clean Sweep testimonials, and give Clean Sweep a try! Clean Sweep is available in three sizes and a concentrate, with case prices available. 
EMF, or electro-magnetic fields, are pretty much everywhere within reach of a cell tower broadcast. This "electro-smog" has deleterious effects on the human bio-energetic system, directly interfering with the mitochondria and their electrical communications throughout the body. EMF's have been researched intensely over the past 30 years, and their adverse affects on the human immune system, reproductive system, and nervous systems, is well-documented. This situation is soon to ramp up considerably with the roll-out of widespread delivery of the 5-G broadcast for smartphones and other devices. Due to the higher frequency and power of the 5G signal, it reaches into the realm of frequencies that directly affect human cognition and other brain functions. Our Vital Force Transformers create a field around devices where they are placed that neutralizes the harmful component of an EMF broadcast, transforming the energy into beneficial frequencies for living things. This breakthrough technology has been extensively tested in laboratories by scientists. The transformers have been able to neutralize Gamma Rays--some of the most lethal of radiations--under laboratory conditions. The EMF "strips" are thin enough to mount under any smartphone case, and come in two sizes--one specifically to fit smartphones, and a larger one for such devices as routers, TVs, microwaves, etc. Use discount code FACEBK20 for 20% off any Vital Force Transformer. 