HẠNH DUYÊN & THẾ HIỂN
Good evening --
I just addressed the nation about the use of chemical weapons in Syria.
Over the past two years, what
began as a series of peaceful protests against the repressive regime of
Bashar al-Assad has turned into a brutal civil war in Syria. Over
100,000 people have been killed.
In that time, we have worked with
friends and allies to provide humanitarian support for the Syrian
people, to help the moderate opposition within Syria, and to shape a
political settlement. But we have resisted calls for military action
because we cannot resolve someone else's civil war through force.
The situation profoundly changed
in the early hours of August 21, when more than 1,000 Syrians --
including hundreds of children -- were killed by chemical weapons
launched by the Assad government.
What happened to those people --
to those children -- is not only a violation of international law --
it's also a danger to our security. Here's why:
If we fail to act, the Assad
regime will see no reason to stop using chemical weapons. As the ban
against these deadly weapons erodes, other tyrants and authoritarian
regimes will have no reason to think twice about acquiring poison gases
and using them. Over time, our troops could face the prospect of
chemical warfare on the battlefield. It could be easier for terrorist
organizations to obtain these weapons and use them to attack civilians.
If fighting spills beyond Syria's borders, these weapons could threaten
our allies in the region.
So after careful deliberation, I
determined that it is in the national security interests of the United
States to respond to the Assad regime's use of chemical weapons through a
targeted military strike. The purpose of this strike would be to deter
Assad from using chemical weapons, to degrade his regime's ability to
use them, and make clear to the world that we will not tolerate their
use.
Though I possess the authority to
order these strikes, in the absence of a direct threat to our security I
believe that Congress should consider my decision to act. Our democracy
is stronger when the President acts with the support of Congress -- and
when Americans stand together as one people.
Over the last few days, as this
debate unfolds, we've already begun to see signs that the credible
threat of U.S. military action may produce a diplomatic breakthrough.
The Russian government has indicated a willingness to join with the
international community in pushing Assad to give up his chemical weapons
and the Assad regime has now admitted that it has these weapons, and
even said they'd join the Chemical Weapons Convention, which prohibits
their use.
It's too early to tell whether
this offer will succeed, and any agreement must verify that the Assad
regime keeps its commitments. But this initiative has the potential to
remove the threat of chemical weapons without the use of force.
That's why I've asked the leaders
of Congress to postpone a vote to authorize the use of force while we
pursue this diplomatic path. I'm sending Secretary of State John Kerry
to meet his Russian counterpart on Thursday, and I will continue my own
discussions with President Putin. At the same time, we'll work with two
of our closest allies -- France and the United Kingdom -- to put forward
a resolution at the U.N. Security Council requiring Assad to give up
his chemical weapons, and to ultimately destroy them under international
control.
Meanwhile, I've ordered our
military to maintain their current posture to keep the pressure on
Assad, and to be in a position to respond if diplomacy fails. And
tonight, I give thanks again to our military and their families for
their incredible strength and sacrifices.
As we continue this debate -- in
Washington, and across the country -- I need your help to make sure that
everyone understands the factors at play.
Please share this message with
others to make sure they know where I stand, and how they can stay up to
date on this situation. Anyone can find the latest information about
the situation in Syria, including video of tonight's address, here:
Thank you
Oil pulling is an ancient Ayurvedic method for detox and rejuvenation. It’s a simple practice, with quite remarkable results. Many have heard of it, but never actually dove in to try it. It definitely has a mystical and exciting vibe around it, which made me eager to try. But what exactly is it? What does it do?
In a (coco)nut shell:
To
oil pull, simply swish your choice of unrefined, high quality oil in
your mouth; similar to the way you would use a mouthwash. My favorite is
coconut oil.
This can be done anywhere from five to 20 minutes. The process attracts
and removes bacteria, toxins, and parasites that live in your mouth or
lymph system, and also pulls congestion and mucus from your throat and
loosens up your sinuses, which is amazing! With the help of your saliva,
all these scary undesirables bind with the oil, ready to be disposed
of. Pulling also helps re-mineralize your teeth and strengthen your gums
by thoroughly cleansing the area. This sounds good, right? But how
exactly do you do it?
Traditionally, oil
pullers used virgin sesame oil. The reason I prefer to use raw coconut
oil is because it has antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and enzymatic
properties. This provides the added benefit of killing any unwanted
bacteria that may be residing in the mouth, while leaving behind healthy
probiotic strains. A perfect exchange!
To
start, scoop ½ to 1 full tablespoon of oil into the mouth; if it’s cold,
allow the oil to melt. Now push, swirl, and pull the oil between your
teeth, around your gums, and allow it to touch every part of your mouth
except your throat. You don’t want the oil getting in contact with your
throat because it’s now carrying somewhat toxic material. No gargling!
Have
fun with it, though! Hum a little song, or practice deep breathing
through your nose. Allow this to be a sacred time. Enjoy the feeling of
cleansing, the relaxation with the absence of talking. There’s nothing
quite like the feeling of smiling with a mouth full of oil. Something
about it just feels so right!
Once your time
pulling is over, spit into the trash or toilet, but never the sink — the
oil could solidify and clog your drain. Now rinse your mouth out with
clean water two or three times. Finally, drink a glass of water and
relax. You should be feeling fresh and rejuvenated.
Why
oil pull? A popular reason for oil pulling is to find relief from
congestion in the sinuses and throat. It is unbelievable how quickly
this happens! Immediately after rinsing, you will find yourself blowing
your nose and clearing your throat. I have worked with people struggling
with chronic sinus congestion who experienced relief unlike anything
else, after oil pulling only once! Their condition improved and the
congestion eventually went away completely.
I
began pulling to benefit my gums and teeth, which used to be extremely
sensitive. My gums strengthened, and teeth became much whiter! It also
proved to be beneficial to my skin, which cleared up dramatically, and
became bright and almost glowing. Swishing with coconut oil has also
proven to be beneficial to those with skin disorders such as psoriasis,
and is great for anyone who wants to detox and begin taking better care of their immune system.
Oil
pulling can be done at any time of the day, but for a more thorough
detox, its best to do this in the morning, before eating or drinking. If
you are having a hard time fitting oil pulling into your routine, I’ve
found a nice time to do this is while in the shower. This way, you
aren’t counting the clock until the minutes are up; simply spit when
your shower is done.
I hope you enjoy this healing, divine and sensual experience as much as I do. Love the oil. Love the process. Happy pulling!
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