Community Spirit ezine, July 2019

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Love &
Retreat in
Valencia
Exclusive feature
interview
with Dr Ambika
from FITBANKER
and why they
are so
Relationships
Friendships
I
believe in the
brotherhood
Written by Robert Bouchez
Written by Karen Tate
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Healthy
Cooking
Advice
From private chef, Laia Escrig
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Top 18
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Living
The Invisible Illness
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IN THIS
ISSUE
Dear Readers,
Each month Community Spirit ezine is just going from strength-tostrength.
In this issue our theme is on Valuing Friendship. With our
friends we are given the opportunity to express the best version of
our Self and that is why I feel truly grateful and honoured to have
some very special people in my life whom I can call 'my friends'.
Running a monthly magazine is stressful and very challenging! But it
is always worth it as I meet such interesting and inspiring people.
This month I interviewed Dr Ambika from FITBANKER about there
forthcoming retreat in Valencia to do with Love & Relationships. The
day after I did the interview, I woke up after processing all the
information in my sleep and noticed a deep sense of inner peace.
The interview inspired me to reconnect with my true authentic self,
as that is the key to my continued happiness and good health. So I
would recommend you read this very inspiring feature interview
with Dr Ambika, co-founder of FITBANKER about there pioneering
work and their forthcoming retreat in Velencia in September 2019.
All the Best,
Richard T. Voller
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LOVE & RELATIONSHIPS
RETREAT IN VALENCIA
There mission is to transform a billion
lives by eradicating lifestyle diseases
through education and not medication.
For the past 4 years Dr Ambika Sampat
has been working with her husband,
Ronnie Rich, as a co-founder of
FITBANKER. In this feature interview we
get deeper insights into Dr Ambika's
approach to life and discover why they
are organising a love & relationships
retreat in Valencia this year that
supports people in the community .
DOGS & HEAT STROKE
Summer has kicked off in Spain! This
last weekend the temperatures rose
to over 40 degrees! So let's remember
our four legged fury friends and make
sure they are being well looked after
and that you know how to protect
them from heat stroke .
LIVING WITH FIBROMYALGIA
Having an illness which is invisble is
a huge burden in your life. This month
we speak with Sally Ainsworth, a
joyful and playful soul, buzzing with
energy, but also struggling behind the
scenes with Fibromyalgia. As a true
warrior, Sally is inspirational as she
runs a group for suffers in the UK to
help people in need.
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Contents
Being Conscious
FEATURE INTERVIEW: Love & Relationships Retreat - page 5
The Big Clean Up - Oceans 4 video - page 27
Animal Well Being - Protect your pets from heat stroke - page 10
Funeral Planning - page 70
Spiritual Reality - I believe in Brotherhood - page 71
Community Focus
Next Generation Matters: Friendship for Kids - page 62
Supporting Communities - Top 18 places in Valencia - page 14
Business Matters - Flat sharing real estate investment - page 46
Technology Upgrade - page 28
Travel - 2 wheel vs. 4 wheel debate - page 60
Hidden Gems - page 41
Being Healthy
Health Matters: Red Beet recipe - page 42
Health Matters - Mindfulness & friendships - page 55
Health Matters - Living with Fibromyalgia- page 50
Health Matters - Holistic healing Kelli Davis - page 59
Video - Dr Bruce Lipton - page 69
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F E A T U R E
I N T E R V I E W
empowering people
Dr. Amibika Sampat, co-founder of FITBANKER with
her family.
EMPOWERING PEOPLE is a new section that focuses on businesses which help people to heal on a
deeper level and improve their health so that they can learn how to stand in their own power, have a
positive impact on their own lives and the lives of those in their networks.
In this issue I am deeply honoured to speak with Dr Ambika Sampat, based in London, U.K., cofounder
of FITBANKER, whose mission is to transform a billion lives by eradicating lifestyle diseases
through education,
and not medication.

EMPOWERING PEOPLE //
JULY 2019
Richard: “There’s a growing number of gyms and fitness programmes, and yet there's a rise
in lifestyle diseases, why is that?”
T H E I N T E R V I E W
Dr Ambika: “Exercise isn't the only component needed for optimal health. Most people
spend on average an hour a day at the gym. At FITBANKER we created the 23/7 Rule which
has you look at what you are doing in the remaining 23 hours outside of the gym? When you
focus on those 23 hours, you begin to understand being healthy is a holistic journey, where
exercise is just one of the five pillars necessary for obtaining and maintaining optimal
health. You cannot out train a bad diet. We have pioneered the Science of Transformative
Health which is grounded in these five integral pillars of life: Physical activity, Nutrition,
Sleep, the Mind, and Relationships, all of which are critical.”
“For the past 4 years we have coached over 300 participants, including medical
practitioners, from 20 countries through FITBANKER’s 90 day Challenge delivered online on
health transformation through an entire lifestyle shift physically, mentally, and spiritually.
The journey begins with getting connected to your ‘Greater Why’ i.e. your reason to be
healthy beyond just weight loss and looking good; understanding your unique body type;
why body composition is more important a metric than body weight; and the power of
community.”
Richard: “What are the different body types?”
Dr Ambika: "Our education is based on Ayurveda, the ancient Science of Life, integrated
with Modern Science Body types: Ectomorph (vata), Mesomorph (pitta), and Endomorph
(kapha). Distinguishing your unique body type informs you on optimal foods for your well
being. Everyone has a unique body type. Most crash diets and workout plans don’t offer a
sustainable long term health transformation because they often provide a set template for
everyone.”
“Beyond the lack of awareness of an individual’s body type, another common misguided
measure for health and well being, is the sole focus on body weight, which can be grossly
misleading. Knowing your body composition enables you to distinguish every aspect of the
state of your body, giving you access to really alter that which is suboptimal. For example,
someone could be an ectomorph body type, lean in appearance and within the normal
weight for their respective height and age, but have a high visceral fat percentage (the fat
that lines their organs) due to a poor lifestyle and have no awareness of their suboptimal
wellbeing state. Research shows a rise is cardiac issues and other lifestyle diseases in
seemingly physically active youth partly due to a total disconnect in one’s knowledge of
their body composition status.”

EMPOWERING PEOPLE //
JULY 2019
“The strongest determinant of optimal
well being and health is, ultimately, the
state of the Mind. What your Mind
perceive is entirely what the body
manifests. Your psychology dictates your
physiology. Dis-ease in the Mind leads to
a disease in the Body, from diabetes and
other autoimmune diseases, to cancer,
heart diseases, and more. In the words of
Dr. John Demartini, diseases labelled
incurable are actually curable from
within. On the FITBANKER 90 day
Challenge, participants have reversed
Type II Diabetes, boosted fertility,
reduced high blood pressure and
cholesterol to optimal levels, and more.
The cure to lifestyle diseases lies in the
name - through altering the lifestyle -
and that is precisely the knowledge
provided on our programmes.”
Richard: "How do relationships impact
health?"
Dr Ambika: "Relationships are one of the
five pillars integral we coach on in
having and maintaining optimal
health.The quality of your life is directly
correlated to the quality of your most
intimate relationships.”
“On our programmes, we often see
participants that struggle to achieve their
health goals, despite following the
customised meal- and training-guidelines
that we provide, have incomplete
relationships in their lives. Those
external blockages manifest as blockages
within the body. The lack of forgiveness
is the highest form of self abuse to one’s
own mental and physical state. Dr. Mark
Hymann discovered that most chronic
diseases are very often a social disease
and not just a problem of biology. Social
networks influence health and disease,
and actually alter gene expression.”
“Paul Farmer successfully treated
tuberculosis and AIDS which everyone
thought was untreatable, in the face
of extreme poverty in places like
Rwanda, Lima and Haiti. He realised
there isn’t a need for new advances in
medical science, rather building the
community spirit and building
connections in those broken
communities provided a cure. The key
to solving insolvable health problems
is human interactions - you are a
piece of Consciousness connected to
every other Living Being on this
Planet. Unsurprisingly, one of the
three key reasons that stop people
from getting healthy and transforming
their health is a concern of having to
do things by themselves. The other
two are lack of time and lack of
money. Thorough FITBANKER we have
built an online campus with hundreds
who offer support and guidance to
each other from having completed
their respective Challenges. In
addition to the virtual connections,
we take people on monthly treks on
peaks and mountains across the UK,
Wales, and annually up the highest
single standing mountain in the
world, Mt. Kilimanjaro, to re-build
human interactions that a modern
lifestyles strains. Like Nature works in
harmonious unity, we aim to create a
global community that supports each
other to ongoingly become the best
version of themselves.
Richard: "What is the FITBANKER Love
and Relationships Retreat about?"
Dr Ambika: "A four-day retreat where
you can get connected to your True
Self. You get to redefine love as your
core essence.”

“You will get to discover how to deconstruct existing notions of relationships. Relationships are an integral part of
our existence, and yet we are never taught why they exist, how to cultivate them, or even what their purpose is?
The myth is that relationships exist to make your happy. That’s is incorrect and the primary cause of most
relationship breakdowns. The highest Spiritual purpose of relationships is for personal growth, discovery of your
Authentic Self through serving another”.
“On this retreat you will get to identify triggers in your most intimate relationships and transform them. You get to
shift from being the Reactor in your relationships to being the Observer. When you get to be the Observer, you get
to reconnect with your Authentic Self within - the One that has unlimited potential. That allows you to create
authentic and empowering relationships. You get to Be LOVE.”
“If we look at true authentic love, it is the core essence (Dharma) of what it is to be human. What I mean by that is
the way the core essence of fire is heat and that of sugar is sweetness, similarly the essence of what it is to Be
Human is Love. When we look at babies, they walk into a room and light it up because they are being there most
Authentic self, Love.Over time, our identities get constructed through social conditioning, education, other external
cues that all form external ‘personality’ layers and cause us lose connection with our truest self expression. At this
retreat, you get to peel away those layers and reconnect with your Authentic Self. How? Through yoga, meditation,
treks in the Sierra Calderona connecting with Nature, workshops, consuming healthy vegan meals, and above all
being in the presence of phenomenal company.”
Richard: “Who can attend the retreat? Is it just for couples or can singles attend as well?
Dr Amikba: “This retreat is for any human being because the primary relationship for you is the one with your Self.
Once you begin to take that journey within, you get to transform and be fulfilled in any other relationship there is
on the planet.”

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A N I M A L W E L L B E I N G
Protect your pet from
heatstroke!
By Maria Lluch Barbera (veterinarian) & Laila Fletcher
(trainee canine behaviourist)
Well, summer has been a little slow to arrive this year, but it’s certainly arrived with a blast!
And with these temperatures likely to keep rising, it’s important to ensure the physical and
mental well-being of our pets.
Heatstroke is a dangerous rise in body temperature (above 41 oC), that can cause clinical shock,
and proves fatal for one in every three affected dogs. Dogs are at risk because, unlike us, they
have very few sweat glands. The only sweat glands they have are between the pads on their
feet, and these don’t get rid of much heat at all, so the only other way a dog can eliminate
excess body heat is by panting, which they do when their body temperature rises above 39 oC.
Heat stress and heat stroke occurs when a dog’s body temperature continues to rise above
39 oC, but it is unable to get rid of the excess heat, and this can be fatal if not
recognised and dealt with quickly.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS
OF HEATSTROKE?
In addition to excessive panting, there are
plenty of other signs that could indicate your
dog might be suffering from heatstroke:
• excessive drooling
• breathing difficulty
• panting is very noisy
• dizziness/loss of balance
• rapid or irregular heart rate
• reddened gums and moist or gloopy
eyes/nostrils)
• vomiting and diarrhea
agitation/distress
• tremors, seizure or loss of consciousness
Flat-faced (brachycephalic) breeds, such as the Bulldog
(French/English/American), Boxer, Pug and many toy
breeds, are at a particularly high risk. The reason for
this is that in these dogs the same amount of body
tissue has to fit into a much smaller muzzle than in
longer-nosed breeds. This restricts their airflow as well
as their oxygen intake, and prevents panting from
efficiently reducing their body temperature. Also at risk
are very young or elderly dogs, those with a medical
condition, and those with very thick fur. If your dog is
one of the latter, you might be tempted to give her a
haircut, but her fur actually insulates her from the heat
as much as it does from the cold – without it she’ll be
unable to properly regulate her body temperature, and
she’ll be more susceptible to sunburn. Rather than an
all-over haircut, you could trim the abdominal area, so
that she can better cool off lying on the floor tiles. Also
make sure her coat is well-groomed, and free from any
knots and tangles, so that air can pass through it
naturally.

thoroughly. It is especially helpful to wet
cool, but not cold, so that her peripheral
SPIRIT
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ANIMAL WELL BEING
WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I
THINK MY DOG IS
SUFFERING FROM
HEATSTROKE?
your dog to a cool and airy place,
1. Take
of the day. This is not just to avoid the hot air
offer her fresh water to drink, lay a cold
temperatures, but ground surfaces such as concrete
and tarmac are even hotter, and your dog doesn’t
wet towel over her or wet her coat
have protective shoes to prevent her pads becoming
scorched and blistered. Temperatures are lower in
the ear flaps, armpits, between the legs,
the evening, and the coolest hours of all are first
and the paw pads. The water should be
thing in the morning. Always ensure you carry fresh
water for yourself and your dog when you do go out
circulation isn’t reduced – her peripheral
for a walk.
circulation is essential for dissipating her
body heat.
There have been several reports in the news recently,
your dog to the vet immediately, as
2. Get
both in Spain and the UK, where owners have left
their dogs (and in one case a baby) in a parked car.
heat stroke can cause multiple organ
dysfunction.
This is never acceptable, not even if the windows are
ajar and the car is in the shade, and is unfortunately,
often very rapidly, fatal. If the air temperature is just
An effective method to further reduce your dog's body
22oC, the temperature inside a car can rise to 47oC
temperature is to soak it with alcohol instead of water.
within an hour. With temperatures here this week in
Alcohol evaporates much more rapidly than water,
the mid-30’s, even a few minutes in a parked car
taking a significant amount of heat with it – this can help
could cause your pet significant cardiovascular
reduce your dog’s temperature even more quickly.
distress. If you see a dog has been left in a parked car
here in Spain, call 091 immediately to alert Seprona
Of course, prevention is always better than cure. In the
(the Guardia Civil division responsible for animal
summer heat, air conditioning and fans may come to
welfare). It can take just 6 minutes for a dog to die in
rival your position as your dog’s best friend! Make sure
a parked car.
that you don’t exercise your dog during the hottest part

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ANIMAL WELL BEING
JULY 2019
WHAT CAN I DO TO
ENTERTAIN MY DOG IF
IT’S TOO
HOT TO GO OUT?
Your dog is likely to be much less energetic in this heat,
so won’t need as much exercise as normal, but there are
plenty of things you can do indoors to burn off any
energy she has, or to prevent boredom. Ten minutes of
mental stimulation can actually burn off as much energy
as a half-hour run, and should be as regular a part of your
dog’s routine as physical exercise. You could play gentle
games indoors with your dog, give her some new toys to
play with, train her to do some new tricks, or give her
some canine enrichment activities (heaps of ideas are out
there with a quick Google search, or check out the
Canine Enrichment group on Facebook at
www.facebook.com/groups/canineenrichment).
You could combine enrichment with keeping your dog
cool and make some canine lollipops! Make use of your
empty yoghurt pots, by filling them with water and a few
dog treats and popping them in the freezer, or have a
peek here www.kongcompany.com/en-uk/recipes/ for
some frozen Kong stuffing tips. If you have a canine
splash pool (or don’t mind a hairy swimming pool!), there
is also a wide range of toys available for purchase that are
designed for water-based doggie fun.

S U P P O R T I N G
C O M M U N I T I E S T O T H R I V €
This Summer Checkout the
Top 18 Places to
Visit Outside of Valencia

FOR THOSE LOOKING TO
BRANCH OUT INTO DAY
TRIPS, LOTS OF
WONDERFUL
OPPORTUNITIES ARE
AVAILABLE. HERE IS A
LOOK AT SOME OF THE
BEST DAY TRIPS FROM
VALENCIA THAT ARE
EASY TO GET TO AND
ARE DEFINITELY WORTH
THE TIME:
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1. Port Saplaya
If you go to Malvarossa Beach in Valencia and look north
you’ll see the “Little Venice” of Valencia, Port Saplaya,
located about 5 km away. There you’ll find an unusual port
enclosed by decorative apartments, which give it a quality
reminiscent of that famous city on the water in Italy.
Combine a stroll around the beautiful port with some
excellent restaurants and ice-cream shops on the beach
and discover one of the best places outside Valencia. This
is a great trip to do from Valencia by bicycle.
2. The Caves of Saint Jose
One of the most famous attractions
outside of Valencia is the Caves of
Saint Jose. Known since ancient
times, these caves contain the
longest navigable underground river
in Europe! A visit to the caves
includes an underground boat tour
of the many spectacular galleries of
the caves as well as a walk through
passages filled with stalagmites and
stalactites. The caves are about an
hour from Valencia by road and
would be a highlight of any trip to
Spain. Book tickets in advance to
avoid line-ups.
3. Sagunto Castle
Perched over the northern Valencian
plains, Sagunto Castle has been an
impressive and historically important
fortress for over 2000 years.
Founded by the Greeks, it was then
sacked by Hannibal, merged with the
Roman empire and expanded under
the rule of the Muslims. Containing a
recently unearthed Roman
amphitheater and forum, this huge
hilltop castle will certainly be a
highlight of any trip to Valencia.
Further down the hill, the ancient
city of Sagunto has an important
archaeological museum and the
winding streets of the old Jewish
quarter still remain as they were
since the 1400’s.

4. Hot springs Montanejos
Located 90 km from Valencia and 65 km
from Teruel, the hot springs first became
famous during the conquest of the Moors
over 1000 years ago. At that time the hot
springs were a favorite bathing area for the
Moorish King and his harem (the water said
to keep his women young and beautiful).
The crystal waters of the lagoon bubble
year round at a temperature of 25°C and
are surrounded by spectacular cliffs and
deep gorges. Take a dip in the Montanejos
hot springs and explore the lagoon (bring
your snorkel!), see the fish and discover
the hidden caves. The braver ones can jump
off adjacent cliffs right into the deepest
part of the lagoon and make a real splash.
Access by public transportation is difficult.
For this location car rental is
recommended.
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5. Peníscola Castle
Often called the “Gibraltar of
Valencia,” Peníscola castle rises
fantastically out of the sea. Used
frequently in films and television as
a medieval backdrop, visiting
Peníscola is an astounding excursion
back in time. Known locally as “The
City in the Sea”, Peníscola is a
fortified seaport with a lighthouse,
built on a rocky peninsula 67 m high
and joined to the mainland only by a
narrow strip of land (in fact, the
name Peníscola is derived from the
Latin for peninsula). Its history goes
back to the Iberians over 2000 years
ago. Later the town became
Phoenician, then Greek, was next
captured by the Carthaginians and
legend has it this is the place where
Hannibal swore an oath that he
would never be a friend of Rome.
The present castle was built by the
Knights Templar between 1294 and
1307 and from 1415 to 1423 it was
the home of the Pope Benedict XIII.
The castle is now a popular tourist
attraction and the beaches next to
the old city are well worth a visit.
Peníscola is about 120 km north of
Valencia and is accessible by
motorway and public transport.

6. Albufera Natural Park
If you C O Malready M U N I T Y enjoyed S P I R I T Bioparc | P L A C E S T O
Valencia birds show then it’s time V I to S I T
see some of them in their real habitat.
Historic home of the paella, this area
boasts incredible natural beauty, boat
rides and amazing restaurants all in
one! The Albufera has been a focus of
Valencian agriculture for centuries.
The Albufera is a giant lagoon beside
the sea that is home to a huge variety
of marsh-birds and other wildlife. The
Moors drained over 90% of it (it used
to reach all the way to the walls of the
old city of Valencia) to develop their
irrigation system still in use today. It
was here in the marshlands where rice
was grown that the paella, Spain’s
most famous dish, was first invented.
Come and enjoy a boat ride or sit by
the beach and take in the sun. Easily
accessible by public transport or by
bike, a trip to Albufera promises a
spectacular experience of nature….and
great food!
7. Valley of Guadalest
This impressive valley is a great spot for
hiking and photography. The town of
Guadalest and its castle already existed in
Muslim times and was conquered by
Christians in the middle of the 1200’s.
The castle of Guadalest itself was built by
James II and is the focus of a number of
Catholic festivals throughout the year
including the Feast of San Gregorio and the
Pilgramage of Gines in honour of Santa
Aana, when people adorn traditional
costumes and parade around the town. In
addition the region boasts some unusual
local cuisine such as rice with beans and
turnips, the ‘mincho’, a stuffed pepper,
rabbit with garlic, a baked pot of wheat
called the ‘olleta’ and balls of corn, for
example. The region is most easily
accessible by car and make a great day or
overnight trip.

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8. Jávea
Jávea is a coastal town in the in the
province of Alicante, famous for its worldclass
beaches, great diving and excellent
restaurants.. Situated behind a wide bay
and sheltered between two rocky
headlands, the town has become a very
popular seaside resort and market town.
Half of its resident population and over
two thirds of its annual visitors are
foreigners. The area was first inhabited in
prehistoric times, 30,000 years ago by cave
dwellers. Subsequent residents have
included Stone and Bronze-age peoples,
Romans, Greeks, Phoenicians, Visigoths,
Germanic, Carthaginians and Moors. Roman
fishing boats used the port over 2000 years
ago, and there is evidence that dates the
Roman occupation of Jávea to the 2nd
century BC, which makes it the oldest
known Roman site on the Spanish coast.
Come and enjoy the incredible beach and
fantastic scenery. The mojitos are waiting.
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9. Cala Granadella Beach
Granadella beach is a gravel beach
situated in a secluded cove near
Jávea. Voted two consecutive years
as the best beach in Spain, it is
isolated and beautiful and accessible
only by car. Well known for cliffdiving
scuba diving and snorkeling,
the beauty of the waters of
Grandella beach are admired by all
who visit. The cove is serviced by
three restaurants. A visit to
Granadella beach is one of the
best things to do in
Valencia community.

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10. Benitachell Beach
Benitachell beach is located on a
majestic and broken coast with cliffs
that reach in some points 100 meters
above the sea level. It’s a perfect place
for diving enthusiasts who discover
the attractive and interesting caves as
well as offering a clean gravel beach.
The transparent waters off Benitachell
beach are a swimmers delight. Nestled
between cliffs it has no buildings on
the beach front, retaining its sense of
unspoiled natural beauty. The beach is
accessible by car and has nearby
parking available.
11. Peñón de Ifach (Calpe) Natural Park
The massive seaside peninsula rises like a
monolith off the coast south of Jávea. This
impressive landmark is one of the last
foothills of the Béticas mountain range and
reaches a height of 332 meters. Descending
abruptly into the sea this great rock was
used by early mapmakers when
triangulating the size of Spain. From the
top it’s possible to see the island of
Formentera. Parque Natural del Peñón
features an abundance of vegetation and
fauna including thyme, Valencian
horseshoe tail, and over 80 different
species of bird! See nesting, migratory and
wandering birds or catch a glimpse of the
Eleonor falcon. Find Cormorán moths,
starlings, raptors and gulls making their
nests in the nooks and crevasses of the
sunny southern wall. Surrounding the rock
are excellent diving opportunities and
great beaches. Climb the epic rock and
experience one of the best places outside
Valencia!

12. Morella
Listed as one of the most beautiful towns
in Spain, Morella is an ancient walled city
located on a hill-top in the province of
Castellón in the Valencian Community,
Spain. Here can be found traces of
settlements by the Iberians, Greeks,
Romans, Visigoths and Moors stretching
back 2500 years. Prehistoric remains in the
area include cave paintings and Bronze Age
burial sites at Hostal Nou. The Greeks
established a treasury at Morella, and then
the area became the scene of conflict
between Carthaginians and the Roman
Empire during the Punic Wars before it was
Romanised. The Moors took the town in
714, naming it Maurela before it became
Christain again during the reconquest of
1238. Morella is now a tourist destination,
with many historic buildings, hotels and
restaurants. Come and sample one of the
typical gastronomic products Morella is
known for such as flaons, a savory pastry
dish. Local bakeries are also renowned for
a number of other traditional pastries and
sweets like mantecadas, an ancient kind of
pound cake. Some of the top sights to see
in Morella are the Castillo de Morella
(Morella Castle), the aqueduct, La Iglesia
de Santa María Morella (Saint Mary’s
Church), Convento de San Francesc Morella
(St. Francis’ Convent) and the Morella
Museo Temps de Dinosaurs (Time of the
Dinosaurs Museum). Wool and woolen
goods still play an important part in the
local economy. One of its most famous
products is the uniquely designed Morella
blanket, which has a range of color
combinations and horizontal stripes.
Agriculture, especially poultry and pig
production are also important in the
surrounding area.with craft products and
highly valued black truffles still traded at
seasonal markets during the winter. A trip
here is well worth it. It’s well
worth renting a carand taking a journey
here.
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13. Chulilla Ruta de los Puentes Colgante
Benitachell beach is located on a majestic and broken coast with cliffs that reach in some points 100
meters above the sea level. It’s a perfect place for diving enthusiasts who discover the attractive and
interesting caves as well as offering a clean gravel beach. The transparent waters off Benitachell
beach are a swimmers delight. Nestled between cliffs it has no buildings on the beach front, retaining
its sense of unspoiled natural beauty. The beach is accessible by car and has nearby parking available.
14. Aquarama Valencia
Aquarama is a water park, located in
Benicàssim, Castelló, Spain. The park has
the eleventh-highest slide in the world
named The Devil's Drop together with The
Beast in Western Water Park.
Address: N-340, km. 986, 8, 12560
Benicasim, Castellón
Piscina Parque de Benicalap
Address: Calle Andreu Alfaro, s/n, 46025
Valencia
Piscina Parque del Oeste
Address: Carrer del Músic Ayllón, 46018
València

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V I S I T
15. Xativa Castle
The Castle of Xàtiva is a castle located
in the city of Xàtiva near Valencia
Spain. It’s strategically located along
the ancient route leading from Rome
across the Pyrenees and all the way
down the Mediterranean coast to
Cartagena and Cádiz. In 1092, the
castle fell into the hands of the Moors
until King James I of Aragon
recaptured it on 22 May 1244,
following a five-month siege.It’s
massive and beautiful battlements are
a delight to explore and the view from
the ramparts is breathtaking. A mustsee
for any history buffs or anyone
who love castles.
16. Buñol ruta del Agua
25 km east of Valencia is an incredibly scenic hiking route with caves to explore, pools to take
refreshing dips into and ravines to explore. On the motorway from Valencia to Madrid the start of the
route also has a famous lunch stop as well, serving paellas and other traditional tapas. Buñol itself is
the home of the famous Tomatina Festival (tomato throwing party!) and is an impressive medieval
town in its own right with defensive walls and other historic fortifications.

C O M M U N I T Y S P I R I T | P L A C E S T O
V I S I T
17. Bocairent Village
One of the best things to do outside of
Valencia is to visit the medieval
village of Bocairent which sits on the
top of hill and is comprised of a
network of steep and twisted streets.
This hill fortress town, 100 km south
of Valencia is beautifully preserved
and was declared a Historic Artistic
Complex by the Spanish government is
recognition of its exceptional historic
importance. The streets of the
medieval quarter are narrow and
winding and many of the houses are
perched upon the rock of the hill
itself. At the top is the Parish Church
of the Assumption of Our Lady and the
re mains of a 16th Century castle. The
curved streets and blind alleys are
structures of Islamic origin from 10,00
years ago and the view from the top is
impressive.
18. The Palace of Gandía
The most important monument of the
city of Gandía is the Ducal Palace. It’s
easy to visit by taking an hour-long
train ride from Valencia. This important
example of Valencian civil Gothic
architecture and holiday house of San
Francisco de Borja, its highlights
include the Patio de Armas, and the
Gothic and Golden Galleries. The
Palace of Gandía, built in the 1400’s, is
considered one of the most important
mansions of the Crown of Aragon…and
when you are done, the nearby beach
awaits!
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The Spanish government has adopted the new edition of its electric mobility subsidy programme.
The new package, called MOVES, came into force on 16 February with a budget of 45 million
euros. The focus is on promoting electric vehicles and charging infrastructure. The programme
offers subsidies for the purchase of electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids, if a combustion motor
vehicle at least ten years old is decommissioned. Then Spain grants 5,500 euros (+ 1,000 euros
dealer bonus) for purely electric cars, but their list price may not exceed 48,400 euros.
This limit also applies to plug-in hybrids. They are eligible for grants depending on the electric
range, and Spain offers 2,300 euros (up to a zero-emission range of 31.9 km), 3,600 euros (32 to
71.9 km) or 6,500 euros (from 72 km). These figures already include the dealership bonus.
However, only a few PHEV models are below the maximum price stipulated in the subsidy
programme.
Up to 700 euros are available for electric motorcycles and 15,000 euros for the purchase of trucks
and buses with alternative drive systems (including natural gas).

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The launch version of the Polestar 2
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year of production, which starts in
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SOLAR ENERGY IN SPAIN
The Spanish Government approved on Friday 5 April
a Royal Decree that regulates the new conditions for selfconsumption
of electricity, which encourage collective selfconsumption
and establishes a simplified mechanism for
compensation of self-produced and unconsumed energy.
The new energy regulation has put an end to the so-called
'sun tax' introduced by the conservative Popular Party in
2015 to tax the development of photovoltaic solar energy
and self-consumption in Spain. From now on, Spain will be
in line with its European neighbors and closer to achieving
the EU's energy targets for 2030.
The Minister for the Ecological Transition, Teresa Ribera,
foresees that the boost of self-consumption will have a
"positive effect on the economic activity, on the electrical
and energy system, and on consumers", such as the
reduction of the price of the electricity bill. According to the
Government, the measures adopted will permit society to
take advantage of the potential that solar energy can offer
as it will provide an alternative to citizens and it will allow
the entrance of new actors into the electrical system.

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Increasing the profitability of a property sometimes involves flat sharing, a new trend popular in Spain for
both tenants and homeowners.
In some cases (especially in the center of the large cities in Spain and Europe, in general), renting a room
in an apartment is a solution to the problem of excessively high rents: this is true for a good number of
young people who are just starting in the working life and for an owner, this possibility has many
advantages, such as profitability for example.
This is made apparent in a recent study published by Savills Aguirre Newman Consulting about the main
Spanish cities, where real estate prices tend to rise.
The study explains that for a homeowner, the profitability of flat sharing is much higher than renting to
one person: the profitability can be 20 to 40% higher for investors, compared to the traditional residential
market. Dividing the rent by several tenants reduces the risk of non-payment, increases the percentage of
occupancy and is a good way to optimize investment.

"Turning an entire apartment into flat
sharing
proves to be an interesting option
that combines
profitability and simplicity of management."
In the city centers, low income does not always
make it easy to find a single, solvent tenant, who
is able to pay, sometimes high, rent on his own,
which often when one is alone accounts for 40%
of his expenses.
This form of rental is not taken into account by
the LAU
Turning an entire apartment into flat sharing
proves to be an interesting option that combines
profitability and simplicity of management. By
offering renting per room, finding occupants and
selecting them according to their criteria
becomes easier.
Additional advantage, the regulations concerning
the legal aspect of a rental contract per room,
escapes the LAU (Ley de Arrendamiento
Urbanistico) sometimes very constraining for the
owners, because, among other things, the new 5
years rental contracts imposed on them.
But it means managing a higher turnover than
with a traditional rental and signing several
contracts with several different tenants … who
will be forced to live together …

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HEALTH &
WELLNESS

W E D D I N G P L A N N E R B L O G
Fibromyalgia and
me
T H E I N V I S I B L E I L L N E S S
Written by Sally Ainsworth

January 2011, my life changed forever when I was involved in a car accident. I left David
In
Sports Club in Enfield feeling so good after a workout and swim but within a minute
Lloyd
led to me changing from a happy go lucky, mother of three working full-time in the
This
Cancer Support Centre as the Client Services Manager to somebody who was
Nightingale
found the journey to be diagnosed long and traumatic. I found that my local GP’s
I
to not have enough time to listen and disbelieving of me because I looked so well
seemed
because they thought my problem was that my son Craig, a Marine, was going off to
and
in Afghanistan.
fight
impinged nerve in my neck, lower
an
sciatica in both legs and fibromyalgia. At a later date it was found that I also had a
back,
a car had hit me in the rear of my 4x4 Honda Civic.
unable to sleep and in pain 24 hours a day.
It took six months for a diagnosis to be made: -
fracture in my back.

2. Severe pain all over my body - if you have 11-18 points of pain, this is an
4. Feeling too hot or too cold – this is because you're not able to regulate
6. Tingling, numbness, prickling or burning sensations in your hands and
7. Depression – I suffered with severe depression which was not helped by
8. Severe tiredness/exhaustion – I felt like somebody had put a drip up and
There is no blood test to diagnose Fibromyalgia, but if the
doctors had listened to my symptoms:-
My memory was failing me to the point when going out I did not
1.
how to get home – GP tested for Alzheimer’s – it was Fibro Fog.
remember
easy way of diagnosing Fibromyalgia – not done. I had 16.
3. Dizziness, clumsiness, falling over.
your body temperature properly.
5. Restless legs syndrome.
feet (pins and needles, also known as paranesthesia).
being put on morphine.
sucked out all my energy.
Mouth ulcers/blood shot eyes/dizziness/sickness/cognitive
9.
to bright lights/smoke, headaches, Irritable bowel,
problems/sensitivity
bruising easily.
10. Slurred speech at times.

article is not about me feeling sorry for myself; it is about why I
This
to start a support group in Enfield, Middy, UK for people with
decided
felt that I was alone with my illness. I looked well but my body was
I
apart from within.
falling
I mentioned earlier, I worked at the Nightingale Cancer Support
As
in Enfield and I used to run drop-ins for people living with
Centre
a Prostate support group/Breast Cancer support group
Also
had many one-on-one conversations with people.
and
is what It
missing in Enfield a place of safety, secure and confidential where people living with
was
could come and share their thoughts, fears and tears and in exchange would feel
Fibromyalgia
by people walking along the same pathway as them.
supported
September 2014, we had our first meeting which over 50 people attended. Since then the
In
have gone down, but we still meet once or twice a month to support each other and
numbers
have a private support group on Facebook, which gives positive information and articles and
We
support each other through this page and a WhatsApp group.
we
was lucky I got referred to the Royal National Orthopedic Hospital (RNOH) in Stanmore and also
I
London Hospital of Integrated Medicine (LHIM). The RNOH put me on a three week inpatient
the
management course and it gave me the tools to manage my Fibromyalgia. The LHIM helped
pain
to come off the medication that I found worsened my condition.
me
have found that few people understand how totally destructive Fibromyalgia can be in a
I
life. Well, why should they, if they are not affected by it. This means sufferers can feel
person’s
the support group we know, we get it. We cry together, we hold each other and share our
With
inner thoughts of how Fibro has destroyed our lives but after discussing it we feel lighter for
most
conditions. Patients should be told to pace and that acupuncture/massage and a little
other
can help the condition. CBT/counselling therapy should be offered immediately because
exercise
is no cure but learning tools to help you survive is very important as suicide in Fibromyalgia
there
is high.
patients
Fibromyalgia.
Cancer.
I felt that I had experience to run a support group for people living with Fibromyalgia.
share ideas of what helps. What works for one person may not work for another.
Many times fibromyalgia sufferers have been told by friends/family/employers it is in
isolated.
minds, they are looking for things to be wrong with them and perhaps they need to see a
their
Psychiatrist.
the release.
a group we want doctors to be trained so on the first visit they can easily make a diagnosis.
As
symptoms are easy to recognize and if the GP is not sure they can run blood tests to rule out
The
These views are my own story and are written without prejudice.

Community Spirit ezine / July / 2019
mindfulness
F R I E N D S H I P S A N D W H Y T H E Y A R E
O I M P O R T A N T …
S
Written by Karen Tate

a CBT therapist, Occupational Therapist and Mindfulness teacher, who has significant experience of working with people with
Is
variety of physical and mental health conditions. She is English speaking and lives in Valencia city. She has over 17 years
a
of working within the NHS and more recently private practice.She works work with a range of treatment models –
experience
Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Compassion focused therapy and Mindfulness based interventions. Typical mental health
CBT,
she works with include, depression, generalised anxiety, panic disorder, social anxiety, body dysmorphic disorder, selfesteem
issues
issues, OCD, phobias, eating disorders and psychosis.
Friend... "a person with whom one has a bond of mutual affection,
typically one exclusive of sexual or family relations"
(English Dictionary)
We all need special people in our lives to have coffee with , share laughs, share secrets and generally enjoy
life with. But friendship isn't all about the good times, it's about the "thick and thin". It's about having
someone there for you when times are tough, but also you being there for the other person.
T H E SCIENCE BEHIND FRIENDSHIPS
Friendship and friends are vitally important and researchers have found they can be so important in helping
to prevent or lower heart disease, increase life expectancy and help beat cancer. One study found that
loneliness can have a massive impact on survival from cancer (McClintock et al 2005). This research
suggested that people who experience high degrees of loneliness may also be prone to developing breast
cancer as well. Friendship, in essence, helps us survive.
Having friends sets off a chemical reaction in the brain -
it ignites the part of the brain that makes us feel good.
A chemical called oxytocin is released during
social interactions and this then floods this area of the brain.
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TRUE FRIEND...
A
My idea of a true friend is someone who stands up for you and
protects you when another person is trying to hurt you.
Good friends are an important connection for good mental
health and can have an impact on your quality of life.
There are however practicalities involved in having a truly
meaningful friendship with someone.
1. Friends take time - it may take you a while to get to know
them. They require a little work - you might have to call
them and you'll certainly have to make an effort with them.
A friend has to be important enough for you to make a
significant space for them in your life and in your heart and
vice versa.
2. A true friend should have your back - if someone is bad
mouthing you, they are there to defend you, not get
involved in the backbiting.
3. Flexibility - friendships can and do change. You have to
accept that sometimes friends will fall by the wayside -
relationships, marriage, careers, children, moving away all
have an impact, but you can find ways to keep the
relationship alive and strong if you are willing to be
creative.
4. Accept you for who you are - real friends accept you for
being you. They don't try to change, they celebrate and
encourage you. When they offer advice it's in a thoughtful
non-aggressive way.
5. They want what's best for you - A true friend will steer you
in the right direction, will support your decisions and be
there for you.
6. They are your biggest cheerleader.
Build your friendships slowly and have
more than one friend. One person cannot
and should not be giving you everything
you need. True friendships develop over
time through shared experiences with a
range of different friends. They help you
develop skills and attributes that help
strengthen your resilience in the world.

I V I N G AND RECEIVING
G
You may be one of those people who is good at giving to others but
are not great at accepting things from others. There may be many
reasons, such as being afraid of showing weakness, feeling
vulnerable, or dependent.
I ask you this question: If you don’t let your friends give to you, then
it’s a one-way relationship and you are not really committed to it. I
have learned that true friendship requires both giving and receiving.
Give as much as you can and try to accept what they're giving to you.
What can you learn from the other person?
F I N A L L Y
If someone puts you down all the time, belittles you or just
isn't around when you need them most, then they aren't your
friend. As hard as it may be, its time to move on and find
someone who will love, support and protect you.
Outofsyntherapy are English speaking therapists in Valencia. We
work with a range of mental health issues and addictions. If you
can relate to any of the above please give us a call, however,
we are not a crisis service and if you are in crisis you need to
call:
Spain 1-888-628-9454
UK - Samaritans 116-123
Contact - www.outofsynctherapy.com

2 wheel vs 4 wheel
the suitcase debate
W R I T T E N B Y C E L I N E & J O H N
T R A V E L & H O L I D A Y S
T&H
You booked your trip and now it’s time to think about your
suitcase. If you had to buy a new one, what would you pick? 2-
wheels or 4-wheels?
Over the years we have seen airports, bus stations and train
stations full of passengers using both types. Do you know
which one suits you best?
It all depends on where you’re going. If
you’re traveling through Europe,
chances are you’ll be trekking through
streets and alleyways paved with
cobblestones. That means that a 2-
wheel suitcase will be a better choice
because you’ll be able to pull it from
behind.
If you glide through airport lounges and
hotel lobbies instead, a 4-wheeled
suitcase will work better because it is
easy to push along the smooth
surfaces.
That’s the general take on it. Next you
should think of durability and quality.
Buying luggage is a long-term
investment so you should consider
more things.
Pros and cons of the 2-wheel
suitcase.
Pros
2-wheel suitcases are normally less
expensive that their 4-wheel
counterpart. There is also more
space inside. This then makes sense
for the traveler who is on a budget
but needs to pack a lot of items. 2-
wheel luggage also tends to be more
durable because they usually have
an axel that connects to sturdier
wheels. Bonus when walking
through rough terrain and less likely
for the odd pebble or debris to
unexpectedly damage the wheels
while traveling.
I personally prefer pulling luggage
behind me because I feel it’s more
comfortable for my height.
Cons
A 2-wheel suitcase is perfect for those
who travel with only one piece of
luggage. It becomes more difficult to pull
two suitcases for a longer period. So, if
you are traveling with more than one
suitcase, a 2-wheel suitcase is not for
you.
Something else to think about is the width
of the aisles or passageways. Pulling a
heavy 2-wheel suitcase can be tricky at
times especially when maneuvering
through narrow passageways.
Based on experience, the 2-wheel
suitcase has a tendency to fall over if you
pack it unevenly. So that makes it is more
difficult to have it stand on its own and
the possibility of damaging any
breakables you pack.
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Cons
At this point, you may have decided that a four-wheel suitcase is more your
type. Keep in mind that these are difficult to maneuver through cobblestone
or grass. So, if you’re traveling through any of these surfaces, look for one
that has stronger wheels that can cope with uneven ground.
Pros and cons of the 4-wheel suitcase.
Pros
4-wheel suitcases glide easily on smooth
surfaces at an airport or hotel. They are light
and easy to push through crowds which is
useful if you have more than one.
4-wheel suitcases are more stable because of
the 4-point contact on the ground. This means
that packing is not an issue especially if you are
packing heavy, bulky items. You can put
another bag on top and because you push it in
front of you, your baggage is always visible.
With the 4-wheel version, you can easily move
up and down the aisle of a plane or train or
ferry. It is easy to maneuver which means it is
an excellent option for anyone with mobility
issues. We have also seen people use their
four-wheel suitcase as pseudo chair when
standing in line.
Another consideration is the possibility of wheels that are liable to
break. This can cause a great inconvenience while traveling because
the casings can shatter. The upside is if one wheel breaks there are
three others to rely on.
If you are easily distracted, a four-wheel suitcase may not work well for
you. If placed on an incline, you may have a runaway suitcase on your
hands. The same goes for storing it on a bus or train so make sure to
secure it when leaving it in the luggage compartment.
Final considerations
Which is the winner? It is a difficult question to
answer unless you know exactly how much
traveling you are going to do and exactly what
kind of surfaces you will trekking through. Many
of the major luggage manufacturers have
developed sturdier wheels that can withstand
varying terrains. The larger the wheels the
sturdier they will be when pulling your suitcase
through streets, cobblestone or grass.
When it comes to handles, make sure to try it
out and make sure it can adjust to a height that
suits you. Try it out and make sure the handle
locks to the right position.
Keep in mind that a durable piece of luggage
will last for several years so it’s worth the
investment.
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FRIENDSHIP
FOR KIDS
PIGLET: HOW DO YOU SPELL
LOVE?
POOH: YOU DON’T SPELL IT,
YOU FEEL IT!
Everybody needs friends. You can feel very sad and lonely if you
don't have someone to play with and be with - it happens to
everybody sometimes. Here are some ideas to help you in
making friends and keeping friends. Having friends is also about
how to be a friend and how to be a friend to yourself!
WHAT IS FRIENDSHIP?
• Spending time together.
Sharing ideas and treats.
Having fun.
Respecting each other's differences.
Loyalty, sticking up for each other.
Caring for each other's safety and
well-being.
Both of you working on the skills to
keep your friendship going.
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WHO AM I?
Am I a friendly person?
Am I a positive person who looks
forward to each day?
Am I a good listener?
What am I good at?
What do I like to do in my spare time?
What do I like about my looks?
Do I like myself?
You will have times when you mess up or feel ashamed about things you
may have said or done, but you're still OK as a person - believe it or not
that happens to everyone, even parents and teachers!
If you are feeling sad and can't seem to find things that you like about
yourself, here is something you can do.
If someone doesn't like you don't worry - you can't expect everyone to like
you. After all, you don't like everyone either, do you?
You can show what a nice person you are by always being pleasant and
good mannered - even to people you don't like.
FRIENDSHIP SKILLS
How to be a friend!
Always
Talk - be interesting, keep up with what's
going on around you, TV, sports, music,
shared interests - so that you have something
to talk about.
Share the conversation, so that you each get
a chance to be listeners and talkers.
Listen to what your friends are saying and ask
questions about it.

FRIENDSHIP SKILLS
Praise your friends when they do something
well.
Use your manners - say please and thank
you. Friends like to be pleasant to each other.
Think of yourself as being a friendly
person, look friendly and be friendly - and
others will find you friendly.
Be helpful - do things for your friends without
keeping a score on who's done the most
favours.
Give back things you have used or borrowed from each other (this is a good
idea for brothers and sisters, too).
Be aware of others' feelings - think before you speak. (Sometimes it is a good
idea to keep your thoughts to yourself rather than upset people's feelings.)
Handle conflict - by being clear about what you want and how you will
compromise.
Share your time with other friends.
Be honest about your feelings. "I don't think this is a good idea because…"
But don't always try to be the leader - try out other people's ideas.
Try to understand people by thinking about things from their point of view.
Don't argue and get upset if your friend doesn't agree with you about
something. That's O.K. S/he has the right to an opinion too.

THINGS YOU SHOULD TRY NOT
TO DO:
Don't brag about what you've got or done.
No put downs - you wouldn't like it if someone
did this to you.
No prejudice - don't make comments about
country, colour, religion or physical
appearance. "If you can't find anything nice to
say about someone, say nothing," is a good
motto for everybody.
Don't take over - let others tell
their own jokes and news.
Don't fight your friends' battles.
You can support your friends by
helping them to deal with their
problems:
Be a good listener
Help them to stay safe.
Encourage them to try.
Be there when they need you to be.
Help them to make good choices.
Encourage them to look for help from trusted adults.
Don't talk about them without their permission.
You are a unique (only one like you) person with lots of
different sides to your character, so you can have different
friends who share your different interests, friends at school, in
your street, in sport clubs, at church, in your family, etc.
It's good to have a best friend but it's good to have other
friends too.

WHAT MAKES A GOOD FRIEND?
Having equal shares, not one always the leader and the
other following.
Having lots of fun together (if not, you'd better look for
another friend!)
Both of you working at keeping the friendship. Giving
each other some space.
Even best friends need some time to be alone or with
other friends, so don't try to 'own' each other.
Respecting each other's differences.
Feeling safe talking to each other
about your feelings and problems.
Trusting each other and looking out
for each other.
Not sharing their secrets. (If your
friend tells you that he or she is
'unsafe', encourage them to tell a
trusted adult.)
Being 'popular', and having real friends, is not always the same thing.
Most adults would think themselves really lucky to have one true friend -
someone they can trust and rely on for their help and support when they need
it. Real friendship lasts through good times and bad times.
Remember: Good friends can play with other people sometimes and still
be friends.
BEING YOUR OWN BEST FRIEND
You can be your own best friend.
Sounds weird?
Think about it.
Who are you with all the time? Yourself.
So, take some time to really get to know yourself.

WHAT KIDS SAY
This is what some children have written about their
friends:
Friends are always nice to each other.
Respect your friends and they'll respect you.
I like friends a lot.
Encourage one another to be good.
Nice people are usually good people to be your
friends.
Deserting your friends is very unkind.
Sticking up for one another is what good friends do.
"I like my friend James because he is funny, he shares with me and he is
kind."
Phillip, age 7
"I like making friends by helping them and sharing with them."
Evan, age 6
"My best friend is Jessica, because she likes me."
Emma, age 6
"My friends are Emily, Kendall and Erin. They are kind, friendly, they share,
they like me and they play with me."
Susie, age 8
"I like Basty because he is nice, he shares, he's funny and he makes good
remarks."
"I like Kim because we both like riding and talking about horses."
Becky, aged 11
WHAT DO YOU LIKE ABOUT YOUR FRIENDS?
"It's good to share the good times and the bad
times with friends. You can have different
friends who share your different interests. Best
friends are special. Most people would say that
they are friendly with lots of people but they only
have a few close friends, even when they are
grown up."

DR BRUCE
LIPTON
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Bruce Harold Lipton (born October 21, 1944 at Mount Kisco, New York), is an
American developmental biologist best known for promoting the idea that gene
expression can be influenced (via epigenetics) by environmental factors i.e. people have a
greater impact on their health than genetic research has previously determined. He is the
author of the book, The Biology of Belief, and is a former researcher at Stanford University’s
School of Medicine.
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I believe in
Brotherhood
WRITTEN BY ROBERT BOUCHEZ
WWW.RO-KI.NET
As a massage therapist and spiritually interested
person I am usually surrounded by 90% women and
only 10% of men. Then I started to wonder what
the reason could be. I already hear you say, our
brains are just different and women have it easier
to express their emotions than men. For me
spirituality is a journey of going within, to
reconnect the physical, etheric and astral body,
then there is quite a bit of emotional work that
comes into play.
Don't we all have a masculine and feminine side?
Is it not the intention that we go through life in a
well-balanced way, not too much from one and not
too much from the other? Why is it still so hard to
express your emotions as a man? Especially
between men as a group? Are we still discouraged
from feeling emotional. "We have been mocked,
attacked, and belittled when showing emotions.
Big boys don’t cry and toughen up are all phrases
men grow up with. So when we are faced with
emotional situations, we are total novices.The
biggest harm that is not recognized or appreciated
for the depth of damage that it causes at the
emotional level to a man is that men are expected
to be tough, to protect, and kill to defend their
family. Violence, and the expectation of violence,
mandates an absence of emotional sensitivity.
It is a double standard to expect a man to be
emotionally available and to have him be able to
harm another human being.
COMMUNITY SPIRIT EZINE/ JULY 2019

Have compassion and understand the kind of
conundrum that a man faces when being
emotional vulnerable and awakening to
deeper sensitivities. It is rare enough to find
a man who wants to delve within and unleash
his inner passion. It doesn’t mean that he is
going to be masterful at it immediately. For
men to be comfortable in their own skin and
accept their feeling nature takes a growth
curve" text by Keith Artisan. Is it not time for
us to let go of the idea that expressing your
emotions means that you are not a strong
star. For knowing how to express our
feelings makes us human, whether we are
women or men.
So I believe in changes and in brotherhood. I
believe in the sacred Masculine.
I believe in sensitive and kind men.
I believe in men who heal themselves and help
others heal.
I believe in mystical men who know themselves.
I believe in those sleeping and sick men who want
to see the light and who sometimes manage to see
it.
I believe in men who seek with peace the peace
within.
I believe in men who rebel against the system
because they know it has never been healthy.
I believe in men poets, magi, writers, sages,
teachers, musicians and artists.
I believe in conscious men who know that they
have lost as much to patriarchy as women.
I believe in men who love to dance and sing and
make life a feast.
I believe in men who love their wounded inner child,
who listen to him and hug him.
I believe in men who refuse to be slaves of their
own wound and who, despite the pain, cleanse and
heal it patiently, with love and courage.
I believe in men who come from the stars and
remember the power of their wings, the power of
their hands and the power of their hearts.
I believe in men who know their intuition and use it
as their compass.
I believe in free men who share their freedom
because they do not know any other way of living.
I believe in the men who protect women's energy,
who know how to read the gaze of their beloved
and who do not want to change her, but simply
accompany her lovingly on her way.
I believe in complete men who do not need
anything because they know they are everything.
I believe in men with a spirit of fire, who flow like
water when they roam the feminine earth and
caress like the wind when they love without haste.
COMMUNITY SPIRIT EZINE / JULY 2019

I believe in men who, through other eyes, see
themselves and that is why they love and respect
every creature on earth.
I believe in perfectly imperfect men, because it is in
this imperfection that their beauty resides.
I believe in sensitive men who know how to receive
and give love in balance, who also listen and speak,
those who live and who let live.
I believe in men who experience sexuality as a
sacred act because they know it is a wonderful gift
from which they can create the purest and
unimaginable alchemy.
I believe in men who have clear feelings, who are
accessible and who are present in themselves and
for others.
I believe in men who walk barefoot and with little
luggage.
I believe in tender and wild men at the same time,
those who have not yet been domesticated.
I believe in the wise men who embellish everything
in their path, whose life is an art and which they
charm with their gifts.
I believe we can help each other brother, I believe
us!
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