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Garlic, a pungent and versatile herb, has been celebrated for centuries for its medicinal properties, offering a remarkable array of health benefits. Chewing raw garlic at the first sign of a cold can unleash its potent antiviral and antibacterial compounds, like allicin, which work to combat pathogens and shorten the duration of symptoms, leaving you
Yam is revered as the “King of Crops” in many tropical regions, particularly in West Africa. This prestigious title is attributed to its versatility, nutritional value and cultural significance. Yam is a staple food that provides essential nutrients like carbohydrates, fiber and minerals. Its adaptability to various climates and soil types makes it a reliable
Sun gazing is also known as solar gazing or sun staring. This is a practice that involves looking directly at the sun typically during sunrise or sunset, to harness its energy and promote physical, emotional and spiritual well-being. Definition: Sun gazing is an ancient practice that originated in various cultures, including indigenous traditions Hinduism, Buddhism.
Spiritual practices are deliberate acts like meditation, igo ọfọ, rituals and ancestral veneration that foster a profound connection to the divine, inner self and cosmos that enable individuals to navigate stress (emotional strain from demands) and adversity (challenging hardships). In Igbo tradition, Ọdịnanị embodies this with dibia (spiritual healers/diviners) guiding harmony through Chi (personal guardian
Chakra refers to the seven energy centers in the human body. These energy centers govern various aspects of our being, from physical and emotional well-being to spiritual growth and awareness. The Seven Chakras: 1. Root Chakra: Grounding, stability and security.2. Sacral Chakra: Creativity, emotions, and relationships.3. Solar Plexus Chakra: Confidence, self-esteem and personal power.4. Heart
Every individual has unique strengths that shape fulfilling lives. Women often natural nurturers, create loving, supportive spaces while men frequently embrace provider roles guided by societal and biological patterns. Striving to reverse these roles can sometimes lead to challenges as balance is key in relationships. For example, women who financially support partners hoping for commitment
The notion that wealth and success come effortlessly, like a cow giving milk without effort, is a dangerous misconception. Throughout history, those seeking quick riches have twisted the fundamental principle that hard work precedes reward, leading to harmful practices in pursuit of easy gains. Focusing on traditional spirituality, many misunderstand it as a tool solely
ỊGBA AFA is a medium through which one can hear or know the mind of spirits by the diviner. ONLY the diviner can interpret the spiritual language. During the days of our forefathers, they believed in IGBA Afa or ịjụ ase more than any other thing. To know the way forward and seek solution to
Culled from the book “Who Are The Öka People?”, a free e-book available on demand at eanizoba@gmail.com. The Öka-Igbo is used and the orthography is the NSO (New Standard Igbo Orthography). “Dibie” was what Europeans called “native doctor” or “medicine man”. Avba is divination. There are three kinds of Dibie in Öka, namely: 1. DibieAvba
August is going to be an amazing month! Expect a wave of positivity to sweep into your life, bringing new opportunities and experiences. You’ll feel refreshed and revitalized, ready to take on challenges with confidence and enthusiasm. Your career and finances are likely to flourish, with potential promotions, new job opportunities, or successful business ventures
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