A case of depression

Depression

Clinical depression is also known as major depression and unipolar depression, is a very serious problem which affects more than 120 million people all around the world every year according to the World Health Organization (WHO). It affects men, women, children, adolescents and the elderly.

The official definition of clinical depression is based upon the following eight primary criteria:

" Poor appetite with weight loss or increased appetite with weight gain.

" Insomnia or hypersomnia.

" Physical hyperactivity or inactivity.

" Loss of interest or pleasure in usual activities, or decrease in sexual drive.

" Loss of energy and feelings of fatigue.

" Feelings of worthlessness, self-reproach or inappropriate guilt.

" Diminished ability to think or concentrate.

" Recurrent thoughts of death or suicide.

Usually the presence of five of these eight points definitely indicates depression anyway; an individual suffering from four of these symptoms is probably also depressed.

There have been developed several theories trying to explain the cause of depression of which two are the most popular; first the biopsychosocial model which states that the cause of depression is based on biological, psychological and social causes; secondly the diathesis-stress model which states that people with clinical depression have a pre-existing vulnerability, either genetic or schematic, that has been triggered by a stressful life event.

There have been described three types of depression:

1)      Major depression which is characterized by the eight points that we already discussed with a particular loss of interest or pleasure in participating in activities that they used to find enjoyable.

2)      Dysthemia which is a less severe episode than major depressionand is characterized by a chronic low-mood mental status.

3)      Bipolar disorder in which cycling periods of extreme highs and extreme lows are experienced. When they are in a depressive state, they show symptoms of major depression; when they are in a maniac state, they will have increased amounts of energy and they will exhibit judgment and clarity of thoughts.

Case

With this case I want to highlight the efficacy that a homeopathic treatment can demonstrate when we talk about mental or emotional disorders.

One day a very humble-looking lady came to my office, she was dressing old clothes with some patches overlapped all over her skirt; it seemed that she had not had a shower in days, the smell was bad and her general appearance was that of a person who does not care about herself.

When she came to my office she was short of breath with a very heavy productive cough. She was diagnosed many years ago of having asthma and she was taking the normal medication (salbutamol) for the acute cases and some steroids (prednisolone) for the chronic state. But as you can see there was no improvement on her condition.

I started taking the case and as she was answering my questions I was realizing that something much more important than the asthma was her depression; she was saying that she was very sad at home because her husband usually abused of her, that nobody at home showed any kind of respect for her, not even her three children.

Her environment was not the best, she was living in a very small unit with just one room where she, her husband, her three children and her parents in law were sharing.

She was doing all the cleaning, cooking, washing and taking care of everything at home not receiving as a reward anything but just abuse.

Then living on that kind of environment with all the stress and work that she was doing, it is normal that she was not controlling her asthma very well, but the main problem was all the emotional symptoms that she was developing.

First of all she was losing a lot of weight because she was not eating as normally because of a lack of appetite, she told me that she lost around 7 kilos in the last 2 weeks; she was having problems going to sleep, not falling asleep until 2 or 3 am and waking up always around 4 or 5am; she was pushing herself to do all her duties at home just because she was afraid of her husband.

She told me that anything that she used to enjoy in the past was not any more enjoyable for her; she was always feeling tired with no force to even go to the toilet.

All the time during that consultation she was blaming herself for what was happening on her life, she never blamed her husband or her children or her parents-in-law, she was carrying with all the blame saying that it was her fault if something was missing at home, if she was unable to finish cleaning, if her husband was upset etc, and the problem was that she was really convinced of that.

And finally she was unable to get concentrated when she was trying to perform a task at home, therefore she was committing some mistakes like dropping glasses etc. finally she was having recurrent and persistent thoughts of death, she never tried to kill herself but she was thinking all the time about her death and different way in which she could terminate with her life

As you can see she was having eight out of eight basic symptoms for clinical depression to be diagnosed, but her doctor (conventional medicine) was more preoccupied for her asthmatic symptoms rather than her emotional state.  Having said that, her asthma was just a consequence of her depression.

The patient was then treated with a very high dose of Aurum metallicum and two weeks later she came back looking much different, she was clean and she actually used some makeup, her face was showing a smile that was not shown the first consultation and she was not blaming herself about what was happening on her life, she was more interested in doing many other things.

With just a single dose of Aurum metallicum the improvement was marked and her asthma was much better, she told me that the day after the first consultation she started having a lot of mucus running from her nose and mouth, but she also told me that after the medication even though she was having more physical symptoms, she was feeling much better emotionally straight away.

This is a very important case in which we have highlight the importance of giving the right medication for the right symptoms and not get distracted with symptoms that could be dramatic but not as important as the emotional once.

Feng Shui – Ensure your Business Success

Home environment as well as the environment at an office entirely differs from one another. Unlike home at office the total concentration is on increasing wealth and goodwill of the company. It is obvious that you have to work hard for your business because your business cannot exist or flourish until you have a permanent source of income. Without income you cannot earn money and live a peace life. Money is also essential for employing people for your office. No money means, no outcome and no outcome mean no business. 

Feng shui for office helps in creating a warm environment that is welcoming for the employees as well as the prospective ones and is also helpful in productive activities. It is well known to us that all our office as well as residential areas are equally important for bright future and harmony. This art of bring positive effects concentrates on boosting up the business, performance of business, optimization of workforce and lessening scandalous legal problems  In business affairs the placement of your desk, chair and other furniture articles are important. For example placing a desk assists you in successfully running your office or your home based business. Other than this the desk is also used for personal finances. Overall it can be rightly said that desk symbolizes financial accomplishment. Thus, every single placement of things and articles matters a lot in ensuring the growth of your business in a proper manner.

1. The company main entrance gate must open before an open area.

2. Mirror must be placed in such a manner that they reflect auspicious symbols. The mirror must never reflect staircase or bathroom.

3. Near the cash counter, invoice books or near the cash register you must place an I-Ching coin. The positive wave and influence from this coin helps in flow of money.

4. In your entrance gate you must hang a lucky bell.

5. On the south-east corner of the office you must place something that has water such as aquarium or other item that has water features.

6. Make sure that the back of the entrepreneur must not face the window or door while sitting on the office chair. The back should always be against a wall. If the back is facing a window then you must sit with some giant thing behind your back that supports you like a mountain.

7. Face the door if you are working from your home office so that you can easily welcome the work coming to you through door.

8. Seating should be arranged in a corner that is farthest from entrance to room. This setting provides a commanding position.

9. Never sit straight with the door because then you will directly be affected by the negative energy that comes from the door inside the room.

10. Your workspace should never face a corridor, stair, store room, elevator, toilet or closed cupboards.

11. To enhance creativity you must ensure that you laptop or your computer is placed in the north or west direction of your office. Whereas, to generate more income; you must place your computer or laptop in the south-eastern direction of your office area.

12. Construct metal safe and place it in the west or North-West direction. Safe is essential because it symbolizes prosperity as well as financial stability of your company.

13. While decorating the office you must ensure that there is a perfect balance of yin and yang.

14. Treat all your business files and folders with respect.

15. All the cords of office equipment such as computer accessories, fax machine and telephone should be well hidden. This method helps chi to flow free from here and there without any clutter.

Once you have made sure that all the rules are followed you ensure that with dedicated work and effort you will taste the success. Gaining competitive advantage is actually difficult nowadays in the worldwide market. Feng shui can boost up your business so that you can easily survive the downturns of the market when the economy is not in favor of you. 

Feng Shui - An Ancient Chinese System

The literary meaning of feng shui is wind and water. Sometimes this ancient Chinese system of art is also called as the Chinese art of geomancy, “earth measuring”. Intangible energy is known as chi that surrounds the meaning and application. Designing the building from exterior as well as interior in accordance with traditional Chinese art called feng shui that depends entirely on two fundamentals that are entirely based on two universal law of nature.

1. Yin and Yang

2. Interrelationship among Earth, Metal, Water, Wood and Fire.

The best thing about this lovely Chinese art is the atmosphere it provides. Its main goal is to fill up the empty spaces in an appropriate manner so that the people living in the building get all beneficial and positive energy that protects them from negativity and harmful energies. Humans or spirits may reside in the dwelling space thus Chinese use this ancient system to locate and design tombs, houses, buildings as well as other structures.

It is very difficult to understand the principals of wind and water and so is the principles of Chinese ancient art i.e. feng shui. First of all you must know the bonding between wind, water and land that always surrounds a structure you are concentrating. In china the practicing scholars suggests that there should be a little bit of southern exposure. In the back of the structure hill or other natural feature should be present and in corner front there should be a water source. Remember that the water source should not be exactly in the front but in the front corners where the water should flow towards.

The believers as well as practitioners of this fabulous art dedicate themselves in preparing a structure with perfect analysis of both interiors and exteriors. Analysis is done with help of a compass that is entirely based on the traditional Chinese ideas. If, there occurs a problem then remedies are also there to overcome the problem. It is said that if you place a mirror at a specific spot, only then it can help you fight with the ill effects of the negative energy. To understand the human spirits it is important to experience feng shui.

Yin and yang and chi together help in establishing the patterns or methods of positioning the graves, furniture and structures.

This ancient art of china is recognized all over the world. The two universal law of the universe namely yin and yang and the five elements of universe are very important to understand, if you really wish to understand this Chinese art. Yin and yang is simple and at the same time it is complex also. The basis of Feng Shui Chinese horoscope, acupuncture, medicine and Chinese vastu shastra is yin and yang. If you are unfamiliar with yin and yang terms then it would be impossible for you to understand the actual foundation of life.  Yin represents the black portion that signifies female side and represents weakness, depression, gloomy, frozen and so on. Whereas, Yang represent the white portion that is significant of the male side. The white portion represents happiness, cheerfulness, light and strength. In the yin you will see a white circle and in yang you will find the black circle to make you understand that neither is complete without the presence of other. From researches it was found that because of imbalance in yin and yang as well as the five elements illness is caused. Together both help in improving the lives of the living things.

In simple we can say that this ancient Chinese art when concentrates on home helps in wining challenges like study and legal matters, brings harmony, generates great relationship, improves health, wealth and prosperity, boosts individuals careers, create a good surrounding atmosphere and bring happiness in life. 

Feng Shui – 5 tips for your Health

Someone has truly experienced and said these golden words “health is wealth”. You can live without wealth but without health you cannot survive for longer. Feng shui that is a part of ancient Chinese astrology is been used for over thousands of years for ailing humans and bringing prosperity. People are nowadays familiar with the terms acupuncture and herbal medicines and are welcoming them with open hands and hearts. This lovely form of Chinese astrology offers numerous tips to help you improve your health. Healthy body both physically and mentally is very important for a great life ahead. Without health you will not be able to enjoy the other important aspects of life.

According to the metaphysics of Chinese there are five important factors that are important for the well being of human and other living thing.

First of all, the most important factor that influences our life and safety are the destiny. Destiny is entirely based on the date of your birth. On basis of birth date you can find out what is destined for you in this life.

Secondly, it is Luck that matters a lot. So try to embrace the luck you have with you with help of ancient art.

Thirdly, adopt the Chinese ancient form of art such as feng shui to manipulate energy in your own living area.

They help in removing negative vibes and welcome the positive vibes for your health and prosperity.

Fourthly, positive attitude of yours brings peace whereas negative attitude can be harmful. It all depends on how you carry yourself. Attitude in a person is important but never overdo anything.

Lastly you must be intelligent and well educated. Institutional education as well as wisdom helps in every leap of life.

Thus for leading a healthy and wealthy life you must be able to manage all the five factors effectively and efficiently. All the factors are interdependent in one or the other way and help us understand the importance of life and wellbeing. Take for instance, you have a great destiny and luck but you are not able to live in a space where positive vibes are present for you. Your attitude is also weird and negative. You never try to learn from your mistakes and as a result you will weaken your destiny and lose all the luck you have gradually.

Chinese horoscope help you get acquainted with the health related problems that may strike in the future. With help of feng shui you can easily control and minimize the health related problems by creating positive vibes and minimizing the negative effects from your home or office. With help of the horoscope you can find the timing and year when your health may deteriorate and thus on the basis of the forecast you must make sure that your home is full of positivity that encourages a better health.

From the Chinese astrology chart you can find out the reason behind your health related issues. To control health related issues you must follow the ancient art because they help you in many ways. This art entirely depends on the 5 elements of the universe i.e. Earth, Metal, Water, Wood and Fire.

Tips for health from feng shui experts:

•  Avoid unfavorable earth if you have problems related to stomach and pancreas. Earth which is not in favor or you can cause various health related issues such as bloating, irritation, diabetes and even cancer.

•  Keep yourself healthy because if in your body chart if the metal is unbalanced e.g., lungs, skin, bone and teeth are unbalanced then you may experience problems like acne, pimple, bad breath, bad teeth and asthma as well bronchial infections.

•  Liver, limbs as well as hair is represented by wood. Avoid its imbalance because they may cause blood related health problems.

•  Heart and blood is represented by fire. Imbalance in fire can cause serious problems like heart attacks and hyper-tension.

•  Kidney, reproductive organ as well as immune system is represented by water. Imbalance in water causes infections and kidney failure. So it is important to balance water in the body chart in an appropriate manner.

Feng Shui – It is essential for your home

Feng shui which is also known as wind and water are used commonly for helping you fight with the bad energy. It is used commonly for residential purpose. We all know that home is a place where you live with your family, where a family is built and where you dream of your future. Ancient Chinese art helps in creating positive vibes that help a lot in providing a successful future as well as long lasting positive impact on the life of people living in the home. Feng shui for your home is essential although it may seem to you costlier. Principles of wind-water must be followed when you are designing or constructing a new house for yourself. 

If you expect your home to be a peaceful place to live in, then you must follow all the principles of Chinese ancient art of providing positive vibes so that you can benefit from it. This process is a little costlier because your feng shui consultant will have to work along with designers, architect and draft people to make things work for you by creating a home that brings prosperity, brings home positive energies and minimize the negative ones. Lovely statues with positive effects bring home addition benefits and add style to the interiors and exteriors of home. It is said that god of luck does not like places that are dirty so the consultant usually advice people to keep their lucky place clean and spend most of their time there.

To the original house setup you can add home designs in Chinese ancient art style so that you can create a look according to your dreams and welcome positivity. The décor as well as the color scheme provides different energies that help in creating your home a better place to live in. Always remember that consultant should provide you with practicable and sustainable suggestions and recommendations. Thus choose the consultant that is really good in this art and understands the importance of the home. 

People opt for this Chinese traditional art so that they can bring home happiness. In eastern countries this art of decorating homes are adapted by almost everybody. In west people are getting exposed to this fabulous art of building, decorating and redecorating things at home as well as offices. People who still do not know the benefits of this fabulous Chinese ancient art must understand its benefits and try to follow them wherever required. Practicing this ancient art you can benefits from the inflow of positive vibes in numerous ways such as:

1. You can get for yourself an auspicious home from your agent with help of your counselor.

2. The inter-personal relationship among family members such as husband and wife or in-laws can calm and all problems will get solved in no time.

3. Helps child from Sleep disorder

4. Recurring illness can be moved away from home

5. If child is not good at studies this art creates a positive vibe that will help him understand his chapters well

6. Brings home prosperity and money

7. Help in business

8. Helps in legal issues 

There is more to add to this list of serious problems that can be solved easily if you are able to create positivity around you 24*7. The aim of this classic art is to bring harmony at home, help in career, provide good health, brings prosperity, happiness and financial stability. Feng shui is an integrated application of Chinese astrology that brings luck to you and at the same time, deals with five elements of nature that creates positive energy and help living beings in leading a contented life ahead.

Chinese Horoscope and feng shui

Chinese Horoscope and feng shui is famous all over the world. Here in this article we will find something interesting about the Chinese horoscope as well as feng shui. There are 12 signs in Chinese horoscope that signifies the nature as well characteristics of yours. Chinese horoscope sign represents human behavior and characteristic born in each month of a year that is signified by rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, snake, goat, monkey, rooster, dog and pig. 

It is said that Feng shui and Chinese horoscope can keep you safe from the coming problems and help you lead a trouble free life. Animal horoscope represents almost 1/8th of your yearlong total horoscope. The forecast is done because of day, month and hour pillar. Ba Tze is famously known as Four Pillars of Destiny provides you with animal horoscope. Chinese solar calendar is used by Ba Tze that unlike other horoscope starts from 4th February of each year. Earth, Metal, Water, Wood and Fire are combined with the other signs of animal zodiac, so that a perfect blend and balance of all of them prove helpful in forecasting and determining events. Yang Metal represents the year 2010. 

Ba Tez Chinese horoscope is used at wider level where you have to predict for global events. With help of this it becomes easy to understand the surrounding environment, situations above your head, people and coming events. With help of this classic horoscope method you can predict and at the same time you can ask guidance from the practitioners to help you sort problems for you and recommend you something that will help in managing the foreseen problems that may hinder in your life.  With help of Chinese horoscope and feng shui you create a safety zone for yourself. Feng shui can help when you are recommended with a right selection of rooms, colors as well as decoration of room. Each individual has the specific behavior and so to match up with their aura different methods are used.

With help of feng shui and Chinese horoscope you can clearly find out the Forecast and method of bringing positive vibes in your life. They show us the individual forecast, health forecast and industry forecast for fire industries, wood industries, earth industries, metal industries, water industries. The believers and practicing people of feng shui tells that a flying star energy in your bed room can help you get rid of health related problems and at the same time they will some health issues can be minimized depending on your usage of room and energy type.

Like Chinese horoscope, feng shui forecasts also influences the lives of individuals and their living manners. Unlike western horoscope the Chinese horoscope is based entirely on year an individual is born. As per the rule of Chinese horoscope every year has a characteristic of an animal.  An individual can find what animal describes him or her on the basis of year he or she was born. Every animal has its own special characteristics and those characteristics can even be seen in individuals also. Thus every year has sign as well as animal with special characteristics.  Feng shui means wind and water and it is called as art of placement. Elusive energy Chi is an application that surrounds feng shui.  Although chi is insubstantial is everywhere in the universe. Mannerism and characteristic of a human can be studied with the help of feng shui. Chi revolves around every individual life without acknowledging yourself.

Thus, if you are believer of forecasts and horoscope then you must also understand the Chinese horoscope along with feng shui.

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