Dreaming of a horse

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The horse symbolizes power and fullness of the body without sexual connotation, physical vigor and freedom.

For Sigmund Freud the horse is a female symbol, dreaming of a horse can represent an ideal woman, or a sexual partner. For him a man who dreams of a horse symbolizes the search for a perfect woman.

The horse dream, symbolizes power, vigor and virility, it is also a strong representation of sexual performance. In analyzing the horse’s dream, you cannot lose sight of the animal’s sex, because for a man, the stallion means a rival and for a passionate woman, husband or lover. Dreaming of a horse, in general, is a good omen. Seeing several, announces that your friends will ask for your help.

The horse represents the physical body, this animal body which we inhabit, which the mind must not seek to dominate, but rather to understand, in order to be able to become one with it. The horse belongs to the earth. His body is in total agreement with all the elements. It draws its power and energy from it. The horse is the symbol of the fullness of the physical senses, the total acceptance of its body. There is however no sexual connotation in the image of the horse.

The look we have on our body is almost always an outside look. This is why we are most often a spectator in front of evolving horses. The image of the rider is more rare, but being overlapped with grace and elegance, at the pace as in the most frantic gallop, to be one with the animal, is the sign of a perfect marriage of body and mind, strength and wisdom. This is the mythological image of the centaur.

If a horse upsets us, shies away, the dream signals that we are too much in the mind, too policed; we have broken with our original nature. We are no longer in tune with our body and its functions; we judge them as negligible quantity.

A person who runs away on a horse expresses the desire to return to his true nature, physical freedom. She doesn’t want to be domesticated.

The horse still symbolizes the impulses, the vital impulses. This is our vehicle, that of our land journeys.

Meaning of the horse dream

The horse is a good partner for humans and is a symbol of passion, vitality or sexual energy. In addition, the horse carries human beings, which can represent fate itself. In particular, when women dream of a horse, it implies that they are looking for a physically and mentally strong man and that their sexual desire increases.

People who love horse racing often dream of a horse. There are a variety of horses such as wild and farm thoroughbreds. It is a dream with many meanings, but depending on the situation of the horse in the dream, it can also make sense to attract attention. But in general, this can be considered a good dream.

The dream of a horse can be the image of a helper or a colleague who supports you. Or it can also appear as a future lover or partner.

Interpretation of dreaming of a white horse

The sparkling white horse dream is a good positive that means your wishes will be granted. To see a white horse is therefore a big dream which foresees the coming of good fortune. The luck at work, the luck in love are an increasing tendency, then you can work positively with a positive thought. However, the dream of riding heaven on a white horse can involve the death of a person.


Management of Urban Waste

garbageThe questions relating to the management of urban waste and, by extension planning and management of the urban environment, are among the most complex to which environmental managers must respond because of their effects on human health, development sustainable.

The same source underlines that today the cities of developing countries in general, and those of Africa in particular are among the cities where the issue of environmental management is relevant. One of the biggest challenges facing urban authorities is the collection of household waste. These difficulties are reflected in an accumulation of household waste, the creation of numerous illegal deposits and the stagnation of waste and rainwater in many neighborhoods.

The city of Kinshasa, capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo is not spared from this situation. This city has experienced a population explosion in recent decades. Currently, the city has an estimated ten million inhabitants, but in 1980 it had only 2,400,000 inhabitants. This situation is mainly due to the rural exodus, which has aggravated the waste problems already existing in the city. In Kinshasa, waste management in general and that of household waste in particular represents a major and crucial problem. Formerly the city of Kinshasa was known under the name of Kinshasa the beautiful but, following the growing insalubrity, from now on, it is nicknamed Kinshasa the dustbin.

Furthermore, the absence of functional structures for the collection and disposal of household waste in the city leads to wild and uncontrolled dumping in the streets and in the waterways of Kinshasa. The municipality of Masina, one of the most populous municipalities in the city of Kinshasa deserves special attention. Indeed the municipality of Masina faces this same problem. Households in Masina throw garbage in inappropriate places, on the streets, along rivers, in rivers. Thus we are witnessing more and more creations of wild dumps in this part of the city.

All of these pre-discussed factors lead to a deterioration in the living environment of populations. The key question to which this post answers is based on the major problems linked to the management of household waste in the city of Kinshasa and more particularly in the commune of Masina;

  • the bad management of household refuse finds its origin not only in the absence of garbage cans and public dumps but also in irresponsible behavior of the population
  • without a real commitment from the competent authority to raise awareness and encourage the population to become aware of the state of degradation and pollution could lead to a state of disruption of the environmental balance
  • the recovery of household garbage can constitute the lasting solution in the sanitation of the city of Kinshasa

Generally, waste means any product that its owner abandons, such as old clothing, construction waste, used cars, drugs whose use date has expired, food debris from the kitchen, etc. Educating the population with better junk removal solutions and waste management techniques is the first step in solving the issue, which leads to excess local pollution.

The notion of waste can be approached in several ways. It varies from one author to another, from one country to another. This is particularly the case during changes it may undergo (collection, sorting, primary processing) and which gives it different physical, chemical and mechanical characteristics which gives it economic and ecological value.

Urban compost is a fermented mixture of organic and mineral residues generally obtained from household waste and used for the improvement of agricultural land. The compost is obtained by biological treatment of organic matter by aerobic fermentation.


How to Make Your Workday Healthier and More Productive

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Working hard or hardly working?

Rapidly growing technological advances have not only raised the bar for all of us, but also made us more inactive. We are now expected to be multitasking throughout the workday, and most of our tasks don’t require us to get off our seat! Here are a few tips to help make you feel healthier, more alert, and more productive during your workday:

1. Have a meeting? Why not take a walk?

Break out of the meeting room, and have walking meetings instead! Not only will the change in surroundings inspire new ideas and creativity, but the physical activity will also make you feel more energetic and alert. It’s an age-old phenomenon that was followed by Aristotle, Charles Dickens, Steve Jobs, among others and is proven not only to be healthy, but also more effective as walking together cuts through hierarchical work structures.

2. Eat often, Eat light.

Lighter, more frequent meals are known to boost focus and keep you alert throughout the workday. Infrequent, heavy meals tend to make you feel more fatigued and tiresome. The next time you’re getting lunch, switch your pizza or sandwich with a soup and salad and see the difference!

3. No more excuses. Exercise while you work!

The market today is flooded with options to get fit while you work. If you have a lot of space, you can get an adjustable standing desk, or a treadmill desk for your office. However, if you work in a more constrained space, a new Chicago-based company, Fitness Cubed, has built Cubii, an under-desk elliptical trainer that fits right under your desk!

It is complete with an adjustable resistance and integrated bluetooth that connects wirelessly with their mobile app and existing fitness trackers to help track your progress and share with others. You can also pre-order one now on Kickstarter. So get moving and get active at work!

4. Stretch, Stretch, Stretch

Standing up and stretching for only 20 seconds every 20 minutes goes a long way to help relax your muscles, take pressure off your lower back, and increase your blood circulation. Taking your eyes off your computer screen and focusing on a distant object also helps to relieve and rest the eyes.

5. Initiate a Culture Change

Don’t just follow all the good habits yourself; promote them to the rest of your office! Initiate a switch to healthier special occasion snacks and dining places. The next time you want to ask a colleague a question, walk up to their desk rather than emailing or calling them, and encourage them to do the same.

The surrounding culture and environment of your workspace has a critical role to play in how motivated you feel in being healthy and productive at work. It’s time to bring about a change to yours!

This is a guest post by Olivier Nimeskern, who is a health fanatic himself. He goes to the gym every day to stay in shape and he believes we should all do the same. As exercising has been scientifically proven to improve well-being, health and longevity. But find a sport or activity you enjoy, as this should not be a chore, but a pleasure.


The European Financial Crisis

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The European financial crisis began in 2008, when member countries of the European Union were hit by debt crisis. The country’s worst hit by the crises included Greece, Italy, Spain, Portugal and Cyprus. In 2001, Greece experienced a debt load of more than 100%, at the time it was joining the European Union (EU).

During that time, Greece lowered interest rates on mounting debts and this led to an economic boom. However, in October 2009, the conservative establishment was pushed out of power by the socialists. The new government revealed that the country’s deficits were actually more than twice the estimates.

This revelation led to a debt downgrade; a move that worsened in February 2010, when credit rating agencies and institutional bond owners began selling debts. It seemed like the trading systems were collapsing at the time.

On April 2010, Greece debt was downgraded to junk status by S&P. The government followed these developments with a string of austerity measures designed to stem the slide. In April 2010, Greece Prime Minister George Papandreou requested the EU and IMF to rescue the country.

The European Central Bank (ECB) and the E.U, through the European Financial Stability Facility (EFSF) promised the country a bailout package worth $145 billion. The bailout was tied to the country adopting austerity measures. Despite the intervention, the country’s financial crisis continued to worsen. To date, Greece is still under a bailout program.

Portugal’s management of the situation was relatively smooth during the onset of the European financial crisis. However, towards the end of 2009, the Greece debt crisis created panic in the country. This panic emanated from fears that the country wouldn’t be able to grow its economy over the long-term; even as fears concerning the growing deficit continued to plague the economy.

By November 2010, interest rates rose so high that the country became a candidate for bailout. The government requested a bailout from the E.U on April, 2011. The bailout package totaled $116 billion. Portugal opted out of the EU bailout on 18, May 2014, despite a staggering debt burden.

Spain’s financial crisis stemmed from a real estate bubble burst; the crisis hit the country’s growth prospects despite a sound banking sector. In May 2010, Spain adopted a series of austerity measures to curtail higher than expected deficit. Fitch later downgraded the country’s debt from AAA. On 9 June 2012, Spain was granted a bailout package by Eurogroup totaling €100 billion. On 23 January 2014, the country withdrew from the IMF/EU bailout after making a full recovery.

Italy became a victim of the European financial crisis as a result of slow growth and huge debt to GDP ratios. Even before the Euro-crisis, there were fears that Italy would fall victim to its own debt crisis. In May 2011, S&P downgraded the country’s debt outlook and in July 2011, Prime Minister, Silvio Berlusconi rushed through an austerity package aimed at starving off the crisis.

In Cyprus, the country’s economy was demoted to junk status in 2012 by International rating agencies. The small island nation’s government requested for bailout from EFSF in June 2012.

The government cited its inability to stabilize its banking sector due to exposure from the Greek debt crisis as the main reason behind the request. The terms of the bailout, agreed upon on November 2012 were tied to implementing cuts in social benefits, civil servant salaries and pensions as well as increasing VAT, property and fuel taxes.

Most economists believe that the Eurozone economies have to stay on their feet to stem another Eurozone crisis. Specific signs of trouble include German losing faith on the Euro-project and doubts about the ECB’s ability to intervene in future crisis.


Omega 3 Fish Oil Benefits

In recent years, Fish Oil capsules as a supplement have garnered more and more attention. Many regard this product as a miracle substance, and in many ways it is. The most beneficial part of the fish oil is the omega 3 fatty acids that are found in it.

In many Western countries, such as the U.S., many people are deficient in these essential fats, mostly due to the diet of Westerners. Sea food – fatty fish in particular – are not a staple of the Western diet. Compared to other countries, particularly in Asia where seafood is a staple of the diet, the U.S. has higher rates of heart disease. Since then, a myriad of health benefits have been linked to consuming this supplement.

What Exactly Are Omega 3 Fatty Acids?

Omega 3 fatty acids contain two substances that are important to the body but that cannot be produced internally, two acids called docosahexaenoic acid and eicosapentaenoic acid, or DHA and EPA, respectively. These two substances are much more present in Asiatic societies than they are in Western societies, and it is believe that this is a large factor in contributing to the lesser risk of heart disease in Asian populations. But Omega 3’s have much more health benefits than just that of the heart.

Omega 3’s have been linked to healthier skin, joints, brain, heart, and can even help increase your vision. It lowers bad cholesterol, and can even increase fertility. It also helps anti-aging and acts as an anti-inflammatory agent. A daily dose of Omega 3’s benefits all of this by:

Lubricating joints: The fats keep joints lubed, resulting is less grinding wear and tear as you go about your daily business. It also decreases inflammation of joints.

Plumping up wrinkles: The third layer of our skin consists mostly of fats that thin out as we get older. Omega 3’s plump back up that layer and makes our skin look fuller.

Maintaining our eyes: The retinas in our eyes are covered by a soft layer of membranes. If these membranes are deficient in DHA, the process that converts light energy into the data that travels into our brain is slowed.

Keeps the heart pumping: It seems like Omega 3’s and the human heart were made for each other. They reduce triglycerides, stabilizes heartbeats, keep platelets in the blood from clumping together, and can even lower blood pressure.

Clears your skin: The acids helps contribute to clear skin, especially in the absence of sugar.

Reduces Cholesterol: Increases good cholesterol (HDL) and helps to keep arteries clear.

Boosts the brain: Keeping your arteries directly contributes to increased blood flow to the brain. Omega 3s have also been linked to reducing depression by altering neurotransmitters, and have even been used successfully in treating ADHD.

Increases fertility: This happens in both males and females by improving the sperm’s swimming abilities and by creating an ideal environment for the eggs implantation.

What to Look For in Fish Oil Supplements

With all these incredible benefits coming from just one substance, it’s no wonder that fish oil has gotten such a large amount of attention lately! By now you have probably made up your mind to go out and get some. Please do! But there are some things that you need to keep in mind while looking for a supplement.

First, fish oils supplements vary in the amount of DHA and EPA they contain. Some fish oil, such as salmon oil, naturally contains more DHA than EPA. Krill oil contains large amounts of both. Be sure you read the labels so that you know what you are buying before you make the purchase.

Second, it is good to know that some fish oil supplements contain more than just fish oil. Many supplements include vitamin E and other antioxidants, used to keep fish oils from becoming rancid. In this case, it is best to refrigerate these supplements – always be sure to check the bottle.

It is important to also note that, in the U.S., the American Heart Association has defined the upper allowable limit of how much fish oil should be taken as 3 grams. Nasty side effects, including easier bleeding can, can be the resultant of higher doses. Always consult a doctor before taking more that 3 grams daily.

Can I Increase Omega 3’s Without Supplements?

Of course! While amazon fish oil supplements may be a more efficient means of increasing the intake of Omega 3’s, it can be argued that the more natural way of receiving Omega 3’s, through diet, is healthier than supplements. There are many foods – not just fish! – are rich in Omega 3’s.

The best fish includes wild caught (always wild caught) salmon or tuna, though it is present in just about every fish. You can also receive Omega 3’s from other fatty foods such as avocados, walnuts and almonds, and even olive oil.


The Real Estate Market in the Middle East

The oil rich countries of the world constitute the Middle East. This region is astonishingly demanding more from the real estate market and has no sign of letting things fall off. United Arab Emirates seems to be the hottest selling place among the other countries in this region.

Dubai, the business capital of UAE is considered as the world hub for business and trade with people from different countries investing for higher returns here. The real estate industry in the Middle East is hot and steaming with foreign money rushing into regions including Dubai, Oman, Qatar and other regions of gulf.

The reason of booming real estate market in the Middle East is due to the tactical approach of the local governments in transforming the wealth from the oil resources to something useful and prolonged to the economy as such. Tourism is greatly encouraged in the Middle East pulling people from different parts of the world.

Even the sheikdoms of the countries are involved in their share of building up the infrastructure of that place apart from expending huge sums in building huge buildings, hotels, luxury apartments as well as vacation communities.

Dubai is peddled as the Manhattan of the Middle East with the tallest building of the world, Burj Khalifa standing tall as its pride. The real estate market in the Middle East has pulled in plenty of foreign investors and thus celebrating the heights of glory. The Grand Hotel La Florida made a declaration that they will be setting up travel destinations focusing on leisure and business needs in and around the places in the Middle East.

At the same time the builders of the amazing Palm Jumeira are extending their feet bringing in another amazing eight hundred million dollar project in here. Newer apartments and condos are rising up all across this region and these latest expansions are being sold off immediately after the announcement itself.

The main reason behind these hot selling cakes is the distinctive amenities and other facilities offered by the builders.

With recession at its peak in the year 2006, little did it strike the real estate market in the Middle East. The entire region is back to more than normal with stronger and matured outlook towards the developments and other positive aspects widening up in this region. There is absolutely no doubt that investors who are ready to put their money in are sure to gain huge in the following years to come.

Just have a look at the unbelievable night scene in Dubai, with sumptuous restaurants and extravagant discotheques where wealthy men in need of attention can burn tens of thousands of euros in one night, many of them real estate tycoons. No wonder there is a rise in diabetes cases in this region with all the good food they can easily afford, bringing in the best chefs in the world including from France.

The Middle East is known for its oil reserve and the immense wealth they have acquired from it. The real estate market in the Middle East is sure to reach greater heights in the near future rewarding everyone who wisely did the job of investing.


Art Collectors


Among the many definitions of art, one that we especially like is that which defines it as ‘the creation of beautiful or significant things’. As broad and comprehensive as this definition may be, if we pay close attention to what’s around us, we will quickly discover that art is present even in the most minimal things. Through art posters, we can rediscover this simple truth everyday.

Despite today the word ‘art’ is generally used to refer to the visual style, the concept of what it is has continuously changed over the years. We like to think of ‘art’ as a generic term that describes any product of Salvador Dali art posters the creative impulse, out of which sprang all other human pursuits. Just like drawings, etchings, paintings, sculptures, stage designs, and portraits, art posters are a form of art.

Art in our lives

Given that art touches our lives in a hundred thousand different ways, it only appears logical that, throughout the years, poster collecting has become a widespread activity all around the world. Art posters are popular because they add color, joy, beauty, emotion, and excitement to our days. Not to mention they also make great gifts!

As art posters’ beauty and cultural value gradually gained recognition, demand for art posters began to rise. And it never went down. Even when a lot of people think there is probably no greater joy than owning an original painting, we must admit that the high price of most original paintings make them a luxury item that is out of the reach of the standard Joe or Mary.

In that respect, art posters have a huge advantage: not only are they a much affordable and convenient alternative to original paintings but also, the boom of this industry has driven the printing techniques to evolve so that now it is possible to obtain art posters of truly excellent print quality. In addition, a side industry of poster framing has developed, also to cater to this significantly growing market of enthusiasts and collectors.

One of the favorite topic in art is beautiful women’s bodies. A long time ago men preferred women with some belly fat and this can be seen in paintings from past centuries. Nowadays a woman has to be slim to attract the eyes and this is true in advertisement and art as well. If a lady does not know where to buy green coffee bean extract to lose weight, she may find it difficult to look as fit as lean as it is expected from her. This is why diet pills are so popular.

The most diverse audiences you can think of – in terms of nationality, ethnicity, cultural background, age, genre and sexual preferences – all find something of interest in art. It is as old as the human species. Historians say that as soon as the man appeared on earth, so did art because it is a basic form of human expression.

The most primitive forms of art typically date back to the Prehistoric age. Indeed, it evolved with the man – from the Paleolithic, Mesolithic and Neolithic periods, to Ancient Near East, Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome, all the way through to art in Early Europe, Middle Age, and 15th century to our 21st century, where prints, photographs, posters, and digital art prevail.

The short history of Art posters

Undoubtedly, art posters have come a long way. The first posters appeared in the 15th century, when European artisans used to handmade every single sheet. One of the first forms of posters were billboards, which were already identified as the predominant means of public expression as early as 1600. In 1675, Jean-Michel Papillon, a French engraver and poster designer, started making block designs in matching, continuous patterns. Many others followed his steps, from Theophraste Renaudot in the 1600s, to Jules Cheret, Grandville, Raffet, Johannot, Gavarni, and Gilded in the 1800s.

During the 1890s, known as the ‘Belle ‘poque’ in France , a poster craze came into bloom. With ‘Moulin Rouge’, Toulouse-Lautrec’s first poster in 1891 the poster became fine art. The French, known for their great sensitivity and their refined taste in decoration, started to purchase art posters of renowned artists and display them in their favorite places. Believe it or not, in the early 1890s, the pioneering Parisian poster butterfly art postersdealer Sagot listed 2200 different posters in his sales catalog. Following this trend, poster exhibitions, poster magazines and poster dealers proliferated everywhere in Europe.

In 1894, the first Art Noveau poster design appeared. This new poster style originated practically overnight, when its creator, Alphonse Mucha – a Czech artist working in Paris – was pressed to produce a poster for the city’s new celebrity, actress Sarah Bernhardt. Featuring many different artistic influences such as the Pre-Raphaelites, the Arts and Crafts Movement, and Byzantine influence, the Noveau poster style dominated the Parisian scene for the next ten years and became the major international decorative art movement up until World War I.

Another important European movement called Cubism is credited with the massification of the poster. Based on the key concept that the essence of objects can only be captured by showing it from several points of view simultaneously, Cubism was created and developed from 1908 through 1912 in collaboration between Spanish artist Pablo Picasso and French artist Georges Braque.

Although this revolutionary movement – which stemmed from French painter Paul Cezanne – was not widespread or long-lived, it boosted an enormous creative explosion throughout the world that echoed through every part of the 20th century art. Among the many art movements directly or indirectly influenced by Cubism were Orphism, Constructivism, Purism, Futurism Precisionism, and, to a degree, Expressionism. Picasso, Cubism most renowned artist, made his works available in poster form, leading the poster back to its original uses.

Art posters of modern world

Today, art posters are embraced by the most varied audiences in the most remote places of earth. Some of the main sub categories within art posters are abstract and vintage posters, figurative posters, limited edition posters, giclee posters, floral posters, landscape posters, museum posters, architectural posters, and photography posters.

Recently, giclee has become a important tool in the limited edition visual and fine art world. A term derived from a French verb that means ‘that which is sprayed by a nozzle’, giglee represents an archival digital print. More specifically, giclees are made by a way of printing where the picture is scanned and digitally improved by a computer to be made exactly like the original art.

The resulting image is sent to a high resolution botero art postersprinter, spraying lots of invisible droplets of ink on to many substrates in order to make an picture with a smooth tonal gradation. To give the appearence of an original image at a lower price, giclee prints are often combined with the human touch of hand-embellishments.

In terms of price, giclee prints starts at approximately US$200 and they are really a superb option for those art lovers who prioritize print quality but are somewhat sensitive to price.

In sum, art posters are a very effective and affordable means to expand your knowledge, and your children’s and grandchildren’s knowledge about many different forms of beauty – be it in prints of original paintings or in landscapes, cities, crowds, sports, animals, babies, or people in general.

Newcomers to poster art certainly enjoy being a part of this fabulous world. Moreover, once they are immersed in it, none can take them out, like diabetes.