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Fear of un-healthy curiosity might put some people off from seeking medical advice in the first place, think about it... Due to a feeling of shame, many seek medical advice only when it's too late..
At the pharmacy, you can find multivitamins with Ginseng supplement, all in one box named Biocord, which is specific in case of mental and physical stress.
This might sound obvious, but taking a few deep breaths and trying to relax whilst eating helps, also, not thinking or talking about serious issues or anything one is worried about during a meal. Also, generally, it helps to see life as a half full rather than a half empty glass of water ! This is a...
Yes, well I do think as people get older they generally take more notice of news as they spend more time at home, also giving more importance to enjoying meals than persons in their 20's whose thoughts are more on their upcoming outings.
I'm very curious whether the expats in Peru watch America Noticias or Canal N in the morning or evening? I watch and I always see "cogoteros", bank robberies (marcas), corrupt police, Americans who throw Peruvian people out of windows, etc.... Does this stuff bother you or do you rarely p...
Persons who use terms such as "acomplejados" in response to someone raising a general issue, do so to bring things down to a personal level, in order to destabilize someone. To best make someone doubt, apologize, you need to work on emotions on the unconscious level. Some call it the power...
A while back, I went to a Claro branch and asked for a contract to be made in my name. I've been using my phone normally since, but just recently thought to check my Claro info on http://www.miclaro.com.pe and discovered that my number is registered under an unknown man's name and with his DNI. I've...
I've noticed several contradictions, exagerations on this type of theme in this and various threads, from otherwise seemingly intelligent persons, and wondered where that comes from... there's a fine line between a protective attitude/advice, and scaremongering. Thinking about it, I wonder how much ...
The following article (dated 31st March 2013) mentions the kidnap and killing of one of Honduras' best known journalists, and somewhere in the middle of the article, a list of the most dangerous cities in the world. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2301917/San-Pedro-Sula-Honduras-city-tops-li...
I went today and it's true, no more fee for the exoneration/F-007 form for those married to Peruvians! They also handed me back the notarized guarantee letter from my wife, even though I'm pretty sure the DIGEMIN page says that's one of the requirements. So all you need is the F-007 form, a marriag...
as sbaustin wrote, for the renewal, you can obtain the free f-7 form at immigration reception, fill it in and go to the bank in same building to pay the fee, hold on to the receipt. Go to the second floor with, in hand, a less than 3 month old original of the mariage certificate (if peruvian), a wri...
I have no idea how long I'll stay in Peru. I wouldn't be able to forget Colorado, at school I had a teacher who was a real fan of the USA and especially Colorado, he showed us loads of slides about his travels there. I participated in his student exchange programme and a girl from South Dakota staye...
Readers would have understood, I would think, without quoting me :? As you say, it does depend a lot on what you're wearing too ... as it does in any place in the world. ...not forgetting the luck factor, or if you like, fate... A little anecdote... When I was a child living in a small, very peacefu...
My list: -very little crime and very clean streets I'd add that in the past few years, I've noticed more and more trees being planted along roads, streets becoming cleaner, and rubbish being picked up in places that wasn't a few years ago. Although we're still waiting for the promised road works an...
I have witnessed the "type" of womem I desire, as sales reps for cell phones, etc. - at the plazas. If I was in the US, I would go to a staffing agency & find exactly what I needed - but Peru (I am not sure): 1. Tall & attractive; early 20's; SPEAK ENGLISH! 2. Need to engage the c...
The interesting thing about dictators is that the more violent they are. More people end up missing them. No matter the nation there is certain degree of sadism and masochism in everybody in order to miss such monsters. Interesting that you mention that. A recent theory from psychotherapists sugges...
Once a bookworm and still a keen reader, I once visited a second-hand bookstore store and was plunged into another world. I went to a part of the store where I found a few very old and dusty books, and after a while, a tall, white-haired middle-aged black salesman, wearing small golden round glasses...
Good info, read the case of a man in Britain victim of a con artist, took him months and months to prove it wasn't actually him who had committed the offences. Being dual national, I read some time ago that to renew a british passport apparently one has to adress a request to Washington if living in...
I am curious to know what phenomenon in nature could cause the death of a large quantity of bees from a group of beehives in summertime Lima over a few days, producing a slow death in some of them, saye, living in the same beehives and land for a year or years, otherwise healhy and productive. Anyon...
Had a brief exchange about spirituality with Bill, the content of his message was enough for him to come across as a thoughtful and considerate person, an indication of the "spiritual" value of a human being. For those of us who believe in an afterlife and the paranormal, Bill, that may in...
Writing this, I am thinking how one is simply blessed to be alive. It is not a thought that would-understandably- cross the mind of everybody in this world, especially people who experience hardship, poverty or tragedies, some maybe even pray to God asking why they are on Earth to endure their fate....
gosh, reading my old posts made me realise that sometimes one writes something only oneself understands must have been in a distracted mood, also I was writing about an activity I do and not a job. Ah well ...
My wife has told me many times to not come with her when asking for a price, in many different districts in Lima...as well as when we are trying to take a taxi, I stand away from her while she asks the price. Basically, if a native Peruanian says there is a problem with this, I believe them. My hus...
Let's not judge on outer appearance, in my experience, I've always found that people with dreadlocks, black or white, are very nice persons. I have not "always found" much of anything to be set in stone. You are asking me not to judge, but you have judged that all persons with dreadlocks ...
Upon close inspection, I realised (UK spelling !) that some real spelling mistakes had gone undetected indeed in my website, my Word document has been playing tricks so I used another one. So thanks again. I found this interesting from Wikipedia: Most words ending in an unstressed -our in British En...
richorozco, thanks for taking the time to have a look at my website and the fascinating insight you gave on peruvian working mentality. What you write in the second paragraph does remind me of a retired peruvian lady who described her working life to me recently. I like the idea for the US market to...
I would greatly appreciate any ideas to improve my new profesional website or ideas for this activity here. I live in a little populated district, and I wonder if people would come here for this type of service. Also, in your view, do you think this type of activity could be of interest in Peru ? th...
Yes I've noticed the price of trainers for example rise a lot in the past two years.
By the way SilverbackPeru, it was pretty obvious you were answering to the previous post, I mean you did not have to quote it, and I'm sure others think that too
In most countries that attract international travelers, it's safe to assume that you'll come in contact with persons of limited means. Some good, some bad. Some professional beggars and quasi-performers. Some old hippies. Some druggies. Regardless, there are too many of them. And Some young people ...
chi chi wrote:alchemist, would you use a tramitador who approaches you on the street in the UK to apply for your passport,driving licence or any other government issued paperwork or documents?
I've been to Tumbes by bus with my husband, we had to cross the border to Ecuador, as I needed a stamp in my passport. Just as we got off the bus we were whisked off in a car by three men, "tramitadores". We drove through a long deserted road to Ecuador, a huge and totally isolated no man'...
I guess I will just have to face being band because the fact is CHi CHi is a troll who has been banned here repeatedly and is only here now because they got tired of banning him. He has made racist, sexist and homophobic comments repeatedly and it seems ok with the community. He is a habitual liar ...
I guess I will just have to face being band because the fact is CHi CHi is a troll who has been banned here repeatedly and is only here now because they got tired of banning him. He has made racist, sexist and homophobic comments repeatedly and it seems ok with the community. He is a habitual liar ...
Dear Renodante, Saying that writing here is not real life is rather a subjective statement; not having a photo, actual name on the profile does not make one, what one expresses, any less real, responsibility for actions still exist. My website is for all to see, and writing here can be a short step ...
You may like to have a look at my website, I have included a description of basic steps for meditation. Also, there is a meditation every week-end here in Huachipa, to which I participate, it's not Miraflores, but seeing that it's entirely free, it's worth the trip. http://www.spiritshealing.com/med...
Thanks Tia, Young living essential oils are of good quality, however, their prices are soooo high : ordering from their internet site is $18 (dollars) for eucalyptus, so with benefit margin.. :shock: :shock: :shock: The eucalyptus essential oil I bought in a local market in Lima was only S/5 (soles)...
I could have chosen any other pseudo, not much importance in the name, but anyway, I do believe in alchemy in the sense of transformation of the mind... I use essential oils as a natural disinfectant, and having a bit of fun mixing a few oils as a skin remedy. Grapefruit seed, excellent citrobiotic ...
fact : I was taught through a demonstration by a Dr at university how subliminal messages can be created using a stream of images that go by so fast you can't see them consciously, they can be placed in the middle of adverts to have an effect on the subconscious. Whether he thought this practice is ...
I admire your goodwill, who knows, your example at home might lead to a crack in their attitude sooner or later if they have an open mind, however, for rules, you definately need their mother supporting you in front of her sons, tread carefully...
Police constable :?: Concerning the comment about people being pushy when selling stuff in the street, and common reactions to that, unfortunately, the unconscious process for protecting oneself usually is to zap negative criticism. The best way to make someone become conscious of a bad habit and ch...
Peru having such an incredible variety of medicinal plants growing in the different regions, I'm surprised to find it so difficult to find 100% natural essential oils in Lima, except eucalyptus which I bought in an outdoor market. In the Barrio Chino, they don't seem to be 100% essential oils, no la...
I am supposing you are speaking about schooling employees as they work, and in Peru. My idea is just based on common sense, at least I hope, and this is how I would go about it... Let's say that for a business like yours an average day's work in Peru is 10 hours, I would make it 8 hours per day, may...