Wednesday, April 16, 2025

The four principles and twelve sub-principles of luck



PRINCIPLE ONE: Maximize Your Chance Opportunities 


Lucky people create, notice and act upon the chance opportunities in their life. 


Sub-principles: 


1: Lucky people build and maintain a strong 'network of luck'. 

2: Lucky people have a relaxed attitude towards life. 

3: Lucky people are open to new experiences in their life. 


PRINCIPLE TWO: Listen to Your Lucky Hunches 

Lucky people make successful decisions by using their intuition and gut feelings. 


Sub-principles: 

1: Lucky people listen to their gut feelings and hunches. 

2: Lucky people take steps to boost their intuition. 


PRINCIPLE THREE: Expect Good Fortune 

Lucky people's expectations about the future help them fulfil their dreams and ambitions. 

Sub-principles: 

1: Lucky people expect their good luck to continue in the future. 

2: Lucky people attempt to achieve their goals, even if their chances of  success seem slim, and persevere in the face of failure. 

3: Lucky people expect their interactions with others to be lucky and 

successful. 


PRINCIPLE FOUR: Turn Your Bad Luck Into Good 

Lucky people are able to transform their bad luck into good fortune. 

Sub-principles: 

1: Lucky people see the positive side of their bad luck. 

2: Lucky people are convinced that any ill fortune in their life will, in 

the long run, work out for the best. 

3: Lucky people do not dwell on their ill fortune. 

4: Lucky people take constructive steps to prevent more bad luck in the 

future.

Sunday, March 23, 2025

Athagry

 "Our mission is to produce FRESH, ORGANIC FOOD through sustainable farming practices that HONAR the EARTH and promote community WELL-BEING.


Sustainable farming practices aim to produce food while minimizing environmental impact and promoting long-term resource health, encompassing techniques like crop rotation, integrated pest management, and water conservation. 
Here's a more detailed look at some key sustainable farming practices:


1. Crop Rotation and Diversity:
  • What it is: Alternating different crops on the same land over time.
  • Benefits: Improves soil health, reduces pest and disease buildup, and promotes efficient nutrient cycling.
  • Example: Planting legumes (like beans) after a crop that depletes nitrogen, which helps replenish the soil with nitrogen. 
2. Integrated Pest Management (IPM):
  • What it is:
    A holistic approach to pest control that uses a combination of methods, including biological control, crop rotation, and targeted pesticide applications. 
  • Benefits:
    Reduces reliance on synthetic pesticides, protects beneficial insects and other wildlife, and minimizes environmental harm. 
3. Water Conservation:
  • What it is: Efficiently using water resources in agriculture. 
  • Practices: Drip irrigation, rainwater harvesting, and drought-resistant crops. 
  • Why it's important: Water scarcity is a growing global issue, and sustainable water management is crucial for food security. 
4. Cover Cropping:
  • What it is:
    Planting non-cash crops (like rye or clover) between cash crops to protect and improve soil health. 
  • Benefits:
    Prevents soil erosion, suppresses weeds, improves soil structure, and adds nutrients. 
5. Reduced or No-Till Farming:
  • What it is: Minimizing or eliminating soil disturbance during planting and cultivation. 
  • Benefits: Improves soil structure, reduces erosion, and conserves water and energy. 
6. Agroforestry:
  • What it is:
    Integrating trees into agricultural landscapes, creating a diverse and resilient ecosystem. 
  • Benefits:
    Improves soil health, provides shade and shelter for livestock, and can generate additional income from timber or other tree products. 
7. Organic Farming:
  • What it is: A system of farming that avoids synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, and genetically modified organisms.
  • Benefits: Enhances soil health, reduces pollution, and promotes biodiversity. 
8. Permaculture:
  • What it is:
    A design system that mimics natural ecosystems to create self-sustaining agricultural systems.
  • Benefits:
    Promotes biodiversity, reduces waste, and creates resilient and productive farms. 
9. Aquaponics:
  • What it is:
    A system that combines aquaculture (raising fish) with hydroponics (growing plants in water).
  • Benefits:
    Efficiently uses water and resources, and can produce both fish and crops in a closed-loop system. 
10. Precision Agriculture:
  • What it is: Using technology and data to optimize resource use and improve crop yields.
  • Practices: GPS-guided machinery, soil sensors, and remote sensing.
  • Benefits: Reduces waste, improves efficiency, and enhances environmental sustainability. 








  • https://regenx.ag/blog/sustainable-agriculture-practices/

Wednesday, March 19, 2025

Simple pleasures



 Going on a walk

Sipping a warm drink

Stretching

Cleaning a room in your place

Shaving

Listening to music

Cooking a meal

Listening to a podcast

Sitting in the sun

Waking up early

Going for a drive /ride

Watching the sunrise

Watching the sunset

Going to a new cafe

Reading a book

Talking on the phone

Sending a letter

Journaling

Taking a shower

Soaking in a bath

Walking on the beach

Indulging in something sweet

Saving money

Going out to dinner

Lighting incense


Brushing your teeth

Washing your face

Going camping

Enjoying a nice view

Spending time alone

Exercising

Massaging cream into your skin

Goal setting

Learning something new

Decluttering

Caring for a plant

Meditating

Disconnecting

People watching

Making a to-do list

Making your bed with fresh sheets

Cleaning your closet

Going window shopping

Watching the ocean or river

Planting a garden

Taking a trip

Taking a stay-cation

Taking a day off work