October 20, 2025

Hello Followers,

Welcome to Monday!

You do not have to be perfect to be amazing.

Perfection is not the goal; progress is.

Embrace your unique talents, quirks, and strengths.

What is coming is better than what is gone.

The best chapters of your life are ahead.

TRUST!

It is time to dive into the incredible health benefits of holy basil and explore easy ways to incorporate it into your lifestyle today.

Basil holds a special place in the hearts of many who revere its spiritual and medicinal qualities.

So, again do not underestimate the power of spices and herbs in promoting health.

Holy basil benefits appear to include the ability to control blood sugar (glucose) levels as demonstrated by several test tube and animal experiments, as well as human clinical trials.

A randomized, placebo-controlled, single-blind trial of holy basil points toward its anti-diabetic activity.

In this trial, patients with noninsulin-dependent diabetes experienced decreases in fasting blood sugar levels, postprandial (after a meal) blood sugar levels, urine blood sugar levels and mean total cholesterol levels during the treatment period.

Overall, researchers concluded that this herb may be prescribed as part of a treatment plan for people with metabolic syndrome or mild to moderate noninsulin-dependent diabetes.

KNOWLEDGE IS A TREASURE, BUT PRACTICE IS THE KEY TO IT

DID YOU KNOW!

Pillowcases may seem harmless, but researchers warn they can accumulate up to five million bacterial units per square inch in just one week.

Some of these bacteria include strains linked to pneumonia and food poisoning, making them a hidden health risk in your home.

The build-up happens because sweat, oils, and dead skin cells create the perfect environment for bacteria to thrive.

Even if you feel clean, your pillow can silently become a breeding ground for harmful microorganisms.

Regularly washing pillowcases is not just about freshness, it is an essential hygiene practice that protects your health.

Experts recommend washing them at least once a week to prevent bacterial growth and reduce the risk of infections.

Dan and I welcome you to join us with the next book for our book club.

LIFE LESSONS FROM THE OCEAN, soothing wisdom from the sea – By Richard Harrtington

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BE A GENTLE GIANT

The basking shark, reaching over thirty feet in length and weighing up to seven tons, is the largest fish in the North Atlantic, only the whale shark beats it to the title of world’s biggest fish.

Giant it may be, but the basking shark would not eat you, it prefers to gorge on a rich soup of plankton.

Its large round dorsal fin can often be seen together with both the tip of the tail and the nose visible on the sea’s surface, making a triple-pointed form that just might have been responsible for tales of sea serpents.

Take a few mindful moments for yourself with this calming guided meditation.

In this session, you will be gently guided to relax the body, focus on your breath, and invite peace into your mind and heart.

Perfect for beginners and experienced meditators alike, this practice can help reduce stress, restore inner calm, and reconnect you to the present moment.

Until Tuesday, the aromatic scent of basil is not just enchanting;

it carries a sense of calm and reverence that elevates the spirit.