Stress Can Greatly Contribute To Weight Gain?

 

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Have you been trying to lose weight by following various dieting regimes with no success?  Have you ever entertained the idea that stress may be preventing you from losing weight?  How does this actually work?

In the video below, produced by the Joe Rogan Show, a clip is shown of a lengthy interview with Dr. Peter Attai.  Who is greatly interested in the metabolic processes of the body - specifically related to weight loss.  The clip is 7 minutes long and talks about unsuccessful weight loss:

According to the video above, in short, a fat cell can lose size (which amounts to losing weight on a grand scale) by allowing more fat to leave than enters.  Dr. Peter Attai describes how fat cells have two inputs and one output.  Which is equivalent to two entrance doors and one exit door.  These doors allow fat to enter and exit - which amounts to weight gain and weight loss.  The doors are controlled by hormones.

The takeaway message from the paragraph above: The doors will not open to let fat leave if your cortisol levels are too high.  Cortisol levels closely match stress levels.  Less stress less cortisol. Think about it.

How Did The Anti-Abortion Movement Come About In The United States?

 

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Last week's leak from the Supreme Court of an opinion written by Justice Alito on Abortion has caused a large stir across the United States.  If we rewind the tape of history to the starting point of the anti-abortion movement, where are we?  When did the movement start in the United States?

In the video below, a CNN news anchor interviews Frank Schaefer.  Who is Frank Schaefer?  I certainly did not know of him until viewing the video below.  A film inspired by Frank's father prompted the beginning of the anti-abortion movement in the United States:

Wow!  Francis Schaefer is the source of the conflict today?  Thanks.

What Is The Soul? Ask Guru Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

 

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What Is The Soul?  For thousands of years, perhaps even more, people have pondered over such a question.  And for thousands of years and more -- answers that span a range have been offered. Then, in the '70s, a yoga guru - Guru Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, came on the scene with transcendental meditation.   The guru has blessed the world with the Art of Living foundation for the past few decades.   

In the video below, the Guru recently offered some insight into the question raised in the blog post's title.  Watch the short 14-minute video, which is filled with wisdom:

 

Arnold Schwarzenegger's Inspirational Speech

 

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Arnold Schwarzenegger has achieved many accolades throughout his life.  He is a very accomplished individual.  How did he get to the place where he resides today?  By pure hard work.  Not by sitting around doing nothing.  That much I can tell you.  

In the video below, a 15-minute speech is shown.  A speech that is motivational and should move any person watching it.  I had tears in my eyes after watching the entire video:

See.  What did I tell you?  Now go after your dream!

Congressman Matt Gaetz Displays Complete Disrespect and Ignorance Toward a Four Star General

 

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Congressional hearings/updates can be stressful for both sides of the aisle.  Especially for the person under questioning.  Regardless, a Congressional hearing is a platform for grandstanding.  As is the case in the recent update on the Department of Defense spending bill for the upcoming fiscal year.

Congressman Matt Gaetz was extremely disrespectful toward the acting Secretary of Defense, Lloyd Austin.  The Secretary of Defense is a four-star Army General.  The lack of respect shown by Congressman Gaetz shows that the Republican Party needs to get their house in order--quickly.  Shown below is a video of a commentary by S.E. Cupp:

Body Language Analysis Of Will Smith/Chris Rock Oscar Slap

 

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By now, the entire world has seen the accomplished actor Will Smith walk up on stage at Oscar Ceremony and slap comedian Chris Rock.  The event has drawn scrutiny from many news agencies across the spectrum.  Along with that scrutiny has come judgment.  Judgment from across the spectrum.  Ranging from an ethical perspective to a psychological perspective.

This spectacular scene calls for analysis from experts in the intelligence community.  In the following video, a body analysis expert analyzes the entire event from three perspectives: Will Smith, Jada Pinket, and Chris Rock.  The video is around 30 minutes but worth watching:

Senator Cory Booker's Speech In Congress To Supreme Court Candidate Judge Ketanji Jackson

 

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For all of the little girls out there aspiring to be doctors and lawyers, watching the nomination hearing of Judge Ketanji Jackson in front of Congress must be very welcomed. Judge stands to be the first black woman elected to the Supreme Court -- 55 years after the first black judge - Justice Thurgood Marshall. A compelling speech was given - which is shown below by Senator Cory Booker - highlighting the importance of this particular confirmation hearing to the Supreme Court:

After this inspiring speech, news anchors and mouthpieces such as Laura Ingraham decided to mock Senator Cory Booker. But, as usual, the commentation is just noise and will be drowned out soon by other disinformation by Fox News.

The importance of this confirmation to the Supreme Court cannot be overstated. Further, diversity and inclusion have gained traction throughout society over the last few decades. Let's continue to include those who are under-represented in the community. Make the world a more inclusive and diverse world. As a result, the world will be a better place.