Posts by Harold Flores4

Noah Sanchez7 said:If you were any smarter, you wouldn't compare a predator to an addict.
A predator who directly inflicts physical and psychological pain on another person, especially a child, is not the same as an addict who, if they cause anyone pain, does it exclusively to themselves!!

Since you aren't any smarter, I can't really blame you..

Oh, man, you couldn't be more wrong if you tried! I had a brother who was an addict... Are you even listening? He was!
We went through hell watching him spiral right in front of us... we were constantly having to deal with his "dealers"... dealing with the police...
Just picture this: ten SWAT officers in full gear kicking down the door, screaming at everyone to get on the ground face-first, including a six-year-old kid. Just imagine that level of terror... the sheer shock of it all....
Okay, so we somehow managed to pull through, but it definitely left its mark.
Then one day he ends up in the ER... diagnosis comes back as a tumor. Emergency surgery. And go ahead and guess where? His liver, obviously. The disease spreads fast, metastases everywhere... and before long, my brother is gone.
I spent two years on disability leave. It triggered a depression that had actual physical symptoms. I couldn't function normally, and I had two kids at home to look after. Can you imagine what they were going through back then? Thank God I'm doing much better mentally now than I ever have.
But... even today, there isn't a day that goes by where my seven-year-old girl doesn't cry for him. I see my little guy suffering through it too. And the grandparents?
So, now you tell me, was he only destroying himself? Did he only have responsibility toward himself?
I can see you think you're pretty smart, but I honestly don't get your perspective on any of this. I know and believe that addiction is a nightmare and getting clean is incredibly hard, and that addicts will come up with a thousand excuses, which is why I read your posts the way I do, but I’m afraid you're giving the original poster a totally warped view of reality—even though she knows it herself, she just found one person who thinks like her and it makes her feel less alone. If someone refuses to get clean, they need to realize their child won't have a future with them.
Sweetie, I am sending you so much strength, willpower, and love, along with a huge amount of support.

Nicole Nelson55 said:Is anyone actually down to have a real conversation about medicinal herbs, extracts, and essential oils, specifically looking at how they’re used based on those modern French principles? You have to realize that modern natural medicine is a totally different beast than traditional methods—especially compared to old-school folk medicine where people just assumed every single plant could cure absolutely everything. Modern phytotherapy and aromatherapy are way more precise, relying on narrow specificity where we actually understand the exact purpose of every individual plant.

So, what's your take on all this, and which approach do you think actually works better?

Noah Sanchez7 said:Oh, I'll make it. Even though I'm currently in love with the struggle, I'll find my way back to clarity once the sediment from the mess I've made finally settles to the bottom.
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I honestly wonder what kind of people spend their lives asking themselves things like, "Who am I really?" or "Where am I right now, and what's my purpose in being here?" It’s like they’re constantly questioning the actual quality of the universe surrounding them and the energy within themselves. I catch myself drifting into those same thoughts quite often. Am I special because of some cosmic reason? Honestly, I don't think so. I’m special just because I exist as me. It doesn't even matter if I'm picking up my jeans at Replay instead of some flea market, or if I'm driving a Ford rather than an old Chevrolet.
Is it actually possible to stay true to yourself while still being someone unique? Personally, I think it is. So, if you want to be special, then go ahead and be it! But you better be ready to accept everyone else who doesn't see eye to eye with us, or who carries themselves differently and holds different views. And look, I really respect how hard you try to help people discover their true selves and teach them to be honest with themselves and others, but... given your lifestyle... I'm genuinely worried you won't have enough time left to actually contribute to the evolution of human consciousness. It's a shame. I truly hope you manage to stick it out. There, I said it. I care.

Amy Rogers2 said:I’m honestly so glad someone finally started this thread. 👍
I’ve been on a bit of a mission lately looking for natural ingredients that actually do something about cellulite. So far, my DIY solution has been making my own anti-cellulite oil—I use sunflower oil because it’s light enough to sink in quickly, then mix in some essential oils like juniper, cypress, grapefruit, and rosemary. I massage it into damp skin using circular motions. Pro tip: doing a quick, gentle exfoliation before applying the oil helps it absorb way faster—plus, the scrubbing helps with circulation and skin elasticity.
I’ve heard ivy water works wonders for cellulite too; I haven't tried it yet, but it's definitely on my list. As for masks, you can basically whip something up using green clay to draw out toxins, ground coffee, algae, sea salt, finely chopped ginger, ivy, and, obviously, those essential oils.
Of course, none of that matters if your diet and activity levels are a mess. I also heard that drinking lemon water on an empty stomach in the morning is supposed to help break down fat.

The other day, I decided to try a homemade infusion using hazelnut oil mixed with oak bark, St. John's Wort (which I read somewhere is killer for cellulite), ivy, and Centella Asiatica.
So now I'm wondering, is ginger essential oil just as effective as using actual fresh ginger? Or is it maybe even better? I happen to have a ton of the oil on hand, so I didn't bother using the fresh stuff.

Angela Wright said:

Grace Green6 Asks:
What do you guys think—can I toss ginger, burdock root, and cinnamon into some olive oil? Just trying to see if I can kick the potency up a notch.

I read somewhere that all this cinnamon hype is actually a total scam and that it does nothing but damage your capillaries.😕

Honestly, using cinnamon to try and treat cellulite is a total mistake because it doesn't actually do anything for that specific area, and you’re basically just asking for trouble. All it really does is irritate your skin and cause redness, which people then mistakenly jump to conclusions about, thinking it means their circulation or blood flow is improving when it’s actually just an inflammatory reaction. You can end up dealing with a nasty rash or even serious skin damage, especially if you're buying those cheap, low-quality oils from some random drugstore. If I were you, I'd just toss the cinnamon out entirely and go with rosemary or lemon instead if you want to add something to your routine.

Kenneth Hernandez67 said:My apologies, I was quite rude earlier 😢

Forgive me 🙂

...so, what happened to that essential oil recipe? Please, write it down...
I’m also curious about the ivy water; how do you apply it? Like gauze compresses? And you mentioned: the water is used after the massage and then throw away the leaves—after the massage?!... So, first I massage with a coarse glove, and then apply this? And how long should the massage last? Also, Anastasia asked how often you apply it? Thanks for the answers.........

Let's take this step by step

1/2 cup carrier oil (Olive, almond, paraffin, or baby oil)
5 drops orange oil
5 drops rosemary oil
5 drops Melissa oil
5 drops mint oil
1 teaspoon ginger powder

Mix the ingredients and store them in a dark glass bottle.

Do not prepare large batches.

Massage twice daily, moving from the feet upward.

Regarding the brush method, I do all of that once a day, in the evening... unfortunately, I don't have the time to do it more often. I massage for about fifteen minutes, and lately, I've started massaging my upper arms too—though I'm wary of that relaxation effect.

I soak a towel with the ivy water and hold it on like a compress for as long as I can. Honestly, I skip the "water" part quite often because it's a bit impractical.

If I may suggest something, I’d personally recommend using hazelnut or sunflower oil as your base since they absorb into the skin really quickly, which helps everything else sink in faster, plus hazelnut gives a nice tightening, toning effect and gets the circulation moving.

Melissa Cruz2 said:So, I was at Lush today picking up some bars, and I casually asked my aunt how long they take to dry out. She just looked at me like I was crazy and said they don't "dry"... they basically just finish making themselves.😕
Either there's a ton of additives in there or it's just mush. I don't really get it. They didn't have any Olive soap, so I just grabbed Banana and Lemon instead.

The reason they don't need to dry is probably because they're using a pre-made soap base. You just melt it down, stir in your oils and herbs, and you're good to go.