What should you look for in a home based business?  Here are a few points to consider.

5. Timing is the most important aspect of an opportunity. The timing has to be right for the company. If everyone has already heard of it it’s probably too late.

Two serious questions you should investigate is the Policies and Procedures, and the Compensation Plan.  Don’t join any company without reading these two  completely.

Be sure to look for reasons you can be terminated such as.,”either party can terminate this contract at anytime” or  “company can terminate the distributor for any ligitimate reason”, without specifying the reasons.

A good question to ask about the compensation plan…how many people do I need to make $10,000 a mo. (or whatever amount of income you are looking for.

A sure way to save yourself a lot of time and frustration is to get the free e-book,      Success In 10 Steps.  It is generic. No company or products are mentioned, and it can help start you on the road to success.

Maybe a home based business isn’t for you.  But, if you are considering it please don’t let the gainsayers, the gossips, the ‘can’t do it’ crowd stop you.  Learn how to think, not what to think…..and thats the truth! 

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Vitamin D Is FREE from the Sun -
And What It Does Is Nothing Short of Amazing…

Your body is intricately designed to interact with the sun. You simply can’t function properly without it. Yet, we are constantly bombarded with so-called ’scientific’ information to the contrary.

The message from dermatologists, the medical profession and health authorities is nearly unanimous: Stay out of the sun! You have been told to keep indoors during peak sun hours and cover yourself with sunscreen when you do go outside.

All in the name of health.

But it may surprise you to learn that any evidence that exposing yourself to the sun is harmful evaporates under scrutiny.

And if you follow this “no safe level of sun exposure” dogma, you could be putting yourself at greater risk of numerous deadly cancers, depression, bone loss, heart disease, diabetes, autoimmune illness and a host of other ailments.

In fact, even your risk of the deadly skin cancer melanoma could go up if you avoid spending time in the sun.

You don’t hear this side of the story because there is no money in promoting sunlight. They can’t sell it to you in pills. If it was possible, you can bet it would be one of the best selling drugs in history.

The bottom line is this: just about everything the government and mainstream medicine have told you about the sun is wrong. And their prescription – to stay out of the sun as much as possible and wear sunscreen when you do venture outside – is not only wrong, it’s deadly.

Excerpted from “Your Best Health Under The Sun”, available from http://www.earlytorise.com. 

Remember, be a Critical Thinker.  Take charge of your own life.  And, thats the truth!…………

If you read my article, ‘Like Sheep To The Slaughter’, ( May 2, 2008 ) you know how I feel about people that don’t think for themselves. 

In a recent article in Men’s Health magazine, ‘8 Drugs Your Doctor Won’t Take , I was amazed at the number of people I know personally that are on some of the listed drugs.  You need to read the article, print it out, give a copy to your friends and loved ones.

For the sake of your health and the ones you care about, read the article, spread the word!  Don’t just stand around in a stupor and think the problem will go away.  If we don’t take action it will never stop.

Read this list, and I’ll bet you or someone you care about are on at least one of these drugs.

1. Advair (“blackbox warning by the FDA”)  2. Advandia ( possible heart attack. Increases heart problems by 100+ %)  3. Celebrex ( more than doubles risk of heart trouble )  4. Ketek (causes heart rythem problems and liver disease )  5. Prilosec and  6. Nexium ( read it and weep. )  7. Visine, and  8.  Pseudoephedrine ( over the years has been linked to heart problems and strokes. )

The BIG problem I have with this information is, why in the world would your doctor prescribe this for you if he/she wouldn’t use it? 

Other than the side effects of these and other drugs, there is also the high cost, and the nutrient depletion.  There are often other and better alternatives with no side effects and a lot easier on you bank account.

Learn to be a Critical Thinker!  It could save your life….and thats the truth!

Are you free?  You may say yes, but let me ask you a few questions.

• Does corporate America tell you what time to get up in order to get to your j.o.b. on time? 
• Do they tell you what days you can be off work so you can spend time with you family?
• Does the educational system teach you or your children facts and figures and a lot of useless information they may never use in the real world?
• Are you going to be able to retire with enough income to live comfortably?

There is a better way.  Its up to you….for things to change, you have to change.  Do you have a plan?  Do you have written goals?  Do you need help to ‘get it all together’?

I have discovered what I believe is one of the best sources of information to get you on the right track to freedom.  It all starts with this free e-book, Success In 10 Steps.  Learn to be a critical thinker.  Stand on your own two feet….and that’s the truth.

Recently I took my 18mo. old granddaughter with me shopping.  We were in a large dept. store and while riding the escalator I noticed Aleina watching the steps disappear under the floor.  After we got off she turned around and bent over by the steps, watching with a child like curiosity.  Then, after riding the escalator a few more times, and watching the other people get on and off, she was satisfied as to how they worked.

I would like to say, I hope you never lose your curosity, that you always ask the what, where, when, how, and why questions.  But, you are probably like the majority of others that blindly follow along with the masses….’The blind leading the blind’, until you both fall in the ditch.  Could that be the reason you are in the shape you are in, physically, financially, mentally…..

Just because you saw it on the evening news, do you believe it?  Mass media tries to control and shape your beliefs and destiny.  The educational system tries to press your child into their mold.  Organized religion wants you to believe the way they believe.  But, if you learn to ask the right questions, get good solid answers, and put forth the energy to apply what you have learned,  you can be your own person.  Learn to be a Critical Thinker….and thats the truth.

Some tips for a good nights rest.

• Go to bed and — importantly — get up at the same time every day, even on weekends. Your brain depends on consistent signals to fall asleep and wake up. Learn to practice basic sleep hygiene. In addition to keeping a consistent schedule, this means using the bedroom for sleep and sex, but not for doing your bills or watching TV.

• Keep a sleep diary. Use it to explore negative thoughts such as: “What am I worried about?  ”How do I feel?”   Ask yourself why, whether you are avoiding anything. Try to replace these with more positive — and realistic — sentiments like: “If I awaken earlier, I’ll have time for a walk before work.”

• Get regular exercise. Research has shown that while you may feel tired immediately after exercising, over the course of the day people who exercise actually have more energy. Exercising in the evening may interfere with your sleep. A good rule is to avoid exercise within two hours of bedtime.

One thing that I have found from experience is having a clear conscience really helps a lot.  Don’t go to bed angry with your spouse or your children.  Don’t take your arguments in the bedroom.  Say your prayers.  A thankful heart will help you rest better…..and thats the truth.

My dad was a veteran of WWI.  He served with the allied forces in Italy, Germany, and France.  I had a brother-in-law in WWII.  Another brother-in-law in the Korean War.  My son-in-law just came home from Iraq last week.

Today at our morning church service we were singing ‘My Country Tis Of Thee, Sweet Land Of Liberty….’

As the congeration was singing I began to think of all the things I was thankful for….family, friends, freedom.  I know America has its problems, and it grieves me to see the political mess we are in, but I still believe it is the greatest nation on earth. 

I’d rather live in the good ol USA than any other country.  I’m proud to be an American.  I gladly stand and salute the flag…..and I’m not ashamed of the tears when old glory passes by and we honor those that gave their service and their lives to keep us free.

So, this Memorial Day why don’t you take just a moment to bow you head and say a ‘thank you’ for the freedom you enjoy before it is taken away.

And…if you don’t like America why don’t you just move on to a place you do like…..and thats the truth!

Here are a few excerpts from our local newspaper The Shelbyville Times-Gazette dated Monday May 19, 2008 concerning the bird flu.

“Avain (or bird) flu is caused by influenza viruses that occur naturally among wild birds.  The virus is common in birds and causes few problems.  However, the highly pathogenic H5N1 is deadly to domestic fowl, can be transmitted from birds to people and can be fatal to humans.  There is virtually no human immunity and human vaccine availability is very limited.” 

“The CDC says it is difficult to predict when the next flu pandemic will strike or how severe is will be.  No matter where or when it begins, everyone around the world is at risk”

So, what should we do?  In my oppinion, we should do the things that improve our immune system in order for our body to be able to fight off any virus or germ we may come in contact with.  The main thing is to maintain a slightly alkaline body.  Disease cannot survive in an alkaline environment.  Get plenty of exercise, proper rest, and drink lots of pure water to keep your system clean, and take supplements. 

Because of the poor quality of the standard American diet, you will never be able to get enough vitamins, minerals, trace minerals, amino acids, etc. without supplementation….and don’t go down to the local market and buy some cheap synthetic product and expect good results.  It just won’t happen neightbor!

A few preventive measures will go a long way in keeping you running smoothly and a smile on your face.

 Think!  Its your responsibility to main your health.  How good a job are you doing?….and…thats the truth.

If you’ve read any of the previous articles you know how I feel about drugs.  I personally think it is one of the ‘crimes of the century’   Thousands are suffering and many die from the side effects of the very drug that is supposed to help.  There has never been a drug invented that will ‘cure’ anything.

The doctors will  tell you that the drug will help control your disease. But, in a few months they will have to give you another drug to counteract the side effects from the first one….and the vicious cycle begans.

All drugs deplete certain nutrients from your body.  You need to do your own research and find out the side effects of you medication, the nutrients it depletes, or, if there is an alternative.  One big question I would ask my doctor ( if I had one)  is, “Doc, if someone in your family had this problem would you give them this medication?”  You might be surprised at what he says!

Here are just a few examples you need to know.

  1.  Antibotics deplete B vitamins, ( necessary for normal metabolism and nerve function)…Vitamin K (necessary for blood cloting and bone strength.  Antibiotics kill not only harmful bacteria but also “good” bacteria that promote gastrointestinal health and help balance immune response.

3. Beta-blockers, such as propranolol(Inderal), atenolol (Tenormin),betaxolol(Betoptic S), carteolol(Cartrol) and labetalol(Normodyne), are commonly prescribed for high blood pressure or glaucoma. These drugs deplete CoQ10 necessary for proper heart function, Melatonin, necessary for healthy sleep/wake cycles.

4.  Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, such as enalapril(Vasotec), benazepril(Lotensin) and ramipril(Altace), as well as angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs), including candesartan(Atacand) and irbesartan(Avapro), are prescribed for high blood pressure and heart failure, and to help prevent heart attacks in high-risk patients.

These drugs, often combined with a diuretic, deplete Zinc, a mineral necessary for healing, for your immune system and strong bones….and the last one I’ll mention today.

   5.  Diabetic drugs. People with type 2 diabetes are often prescribed tolazamide(Tolinase), acetohexamide(Dymelor), glimepiride(Amaryl) or glipizide (Glucotrol) — all sulfonylurea drugs. These medications stimulate the pancreas to produce more insulin, which lowers blood sugar.  These drugs also deplete CoQ10.

 Read this article again and ask yourself….could this be the cause of brittle broken bones, heart attacks, depression, high blood pressure, or any of the other of diseases?

 Thnk!   Its your body.  Learn to take responsibility for it….And, thats the truth…….

Do you have plans to retire?  Do you have that ‘nest egg’ put back, the 401K in place, insurance taken care of?  Don’t bet on it!

Here is a reality form I use when I interview someone for my business.  See how you fit into the picture.

1. When would you like to retire?  [ ] In one year. [ ] In two years. [ ] In five years. [ ] In ten years.

    Great!  Whats your plan to achieve this goal?

2. How much money do you need to retire comfortably?  [ ]$1,000 mo.  [ ] $2,000 mo.  [ ] $5,000 mo.           

    [ ] $10,000 mo.   Great! What’s your plan to receive this monthly income?

3. How much money do you need to invest at 6% return to receive your desired monthly income?

    You would need to invest $1 million to retire on $5,000 a mo.  How many million do you have?

Most people that reach retirement age depend on social security, a part time job, or a small pension.  If you have trouble making ends meet now on a full income, what will it be like at age 65?

You need an on going residual income that keeps paying you after you quit work and can pay your children after your death. 

There is a way.  If you would like more information just drop me an e-mail at: mentorreuben@gmail.com 

It is absolutely free and your information will never be passed to anyone else.