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A 9/11 Experience: My Connection to Flight 93

A 9/11 Experience: My Connection to Flight 93 by D.O.C. I have a personal connection to the September 11th attacks in 2001, particularly Flight 93 . I am one of the few Americans to encounter the terrorists, then participate in the conflict they started. I did not understand that until years later. It began August 2000. I had just graduated high school and was working a job at Publix Supermarket in Miramar. Towards the end of the year, I had left that job in search of a fitness job, which was my new passion. I applied to many local gyms including Club Fit (defunct) and L.A. Fitness in Pembroke Pines. I finally settled on a gym called US1 Fitness, which at the time was located in Dania Beach. Ziad Jarrah The terrorist I encountered as a teenager fresh out of high school was Ziad Jarrah , the lead hijacker who took the wheel of Flight 93 that crashed in Shanksville, Pennsylvania on 9/11/01. Very polite person. I remember him asking me two questions. The first, how to use a particular m

The Holistic Health Benefits of the Green Onyx

The Holistic Benefits of the Green Onyx by D.O.C., OTD/C Our wellness center, Ony-X Fitness Therapy , is based on the green and black onyx (amongst other hidden Mickeys). Green onyx is a semi precious gemstone also known as sulemani and which is mainly used for cleansing of the body. In astrology, it is a substitute of emerald (Panna) and birthstone for July month. Green onyx works as a shield on wearers and promotes good health, financial condition and strength. Black onyx is associated with root chakra and green onyx is associated with heart chakra. Onyx is available in many colors and shades like black, blue, and green and red. Onyx is a powerful gemstone which has a lot of benefits as it can cure various diseases, boost stamina, increase self control and strength of the wearer. These types of semi precious gemstones are worn or placed at home or work place for a calm environment and attracting positivity.

10 Things That Happen to Your Body When You Lose Sleep

10 Things That Happen to Your Body When You Lose Sleep by D.O.C., OTD/C Sleep is an occupation. In occupational therapy, sleep is conceptualized as a restorative occupation with the goal of rest and recuperation , and good sleep and rest could support the formation of the occupation mix of self-care, work, and leisure during the day. But what happens when you don't sleep? 1. You get sick Losing sleep can impair your body’s ability to fight off illness. This makes it easier to get sick. Researchers even uncovered a reciprocal relationship between sleep and your immune system. You may lose additional sleep while your body fights off a bug if you get sick and haven’t had enough shut-eye. 2. Your heart suffers Both short sleep durations (less than 5 hours per night) and long sleep durations (9 or more hours per night) have been shown to have a negative impact on heart health, according to an analysis published in the European Heart Journal. In particular, your chances of developing c

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