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Why I’m affiliated with Inner Origin

Back in March of 1993 my ophthalmologist told me I was losing my sight due to a genetic and hereditary condition called Retinitis Pigmentosa.  In short, my retinas were dying.  At the time I had a drivers license and forklift ticket.  I had worked in a wreckers, service station, motorcycle centre and warehousing. 

Within two to three years of my diagnosis life began to change.  The colours on the television were changing to pastels.  Driving became more difficult.  Reading the newspaper was a chore.  Even walking about was an interesting experience.  I had difficulty gaining a full time job due to the fact I couldn’t read efficiently and make use of the forklift ticket I had.

So, some years later I moved to Brisbane and was introduced to computers. I knew I would have to engage online sometime and this helped a great deal as.  I learned to use the computer  with little to no sight.  Now, I have plenty of technology around me and a program on my computer called JAWS (Job Access With Speech) which converts the text to speech for me and allows me to conduct business and work at home.

I applied for many jobs in the early 2000’s.  However, due to my sight impairment  and limited understanding of navigating the computer I was declined.   I was introduced to a home based business in 2003 and joined a business club here in Brisbane all those years ago At a round table event I was directed to create my own telemarketing service.  This I did and am still doing it right now!  This wasn’t my plan when I was younger as I wanted to get a number of machinery tickets and use them to travel and work.

So although it is easy to plan, you can’t predict!

Today, my sight is limited to the point where I need to use a white cane to walk about independently.  I require assistance to purchase my groceries when I go shopping.  I can’t drive, or ride a bicycle.

To keep myself fit I do Karate, and have done for the last ten and half years since returning from climbing Mount Kilimanjaro back in March of 2009.  My girlfriend and I walk up and down Mt Coot-Tha a few times a month when time permits.  I still telemarket for a commercial cleaning company, and with the assistance of a Virtual Assistant I manage the website Groceries for Health, which is affiliated with Inner Origin.

You may ask what attracted me to Inner Origin?

I’ve been involved in several home based businesses over the past 17 years.  Early in my business career it was mainly skin care and supplements.  I eventually realised they weren’t the right fit for me. 

Inner Origin initially attracted my attention as they support Australian and New Zealand businesses to market their products to the general public.  Now, we’re expanding to the United States to introduce them to the same philosophy.    

The Product Advisory Board (PAB) is an important part of the IO business model.  Their role is to critically look at all the ingredients and  where they’re sourced.  They ensure ethical farming practices are adhered to.  Approved products have no GMO or petrochemicals in them.  You are able to read where the ingredients come from and also understand what the ingredients are.  You won’t find any confusing numbers included on the ingredient list.  

Inner Origin also offers a price match guarantee so the price on the Inner Origin platform is equivalent to the price on the merchants website.  Please keep in mind that retail stores have their own pricing systems and the prices may vary either way!

The postal delivery cost hasn’t changed in this time and is still $12.95 no matter the size of the order right across Australia and New Zealand.

A little Inner Origin history

Inner Origin launched in Australia in November 2016.  I joined in February 2017 and have enjoyed the experience.  In 2018 Inner Origin expanded to New Zealand and at present IO is pre-launching into the United States which is very exciting. 

We now offer international shipping.  So, if you have family or friends in the USA you can send them a gift from the IO platform.  Alternatively, if you’re in the States and reading this you can go onto innerorigin.com/help4u, click on the ‘Shop USA’ link and have your purchase delivered to you or the person you’re buying for! Easy.

Inner Origin have weekly webinars and we welcome anyone to listen in and hear from merchant suppliers interviewed by Sally-Ann Ferguson, the CEO.  Other webinars outline the business of Inner Origin and how you can be involved and promote the Inner Origin health giving philosophy.

Whether you’re in Australia, New Zealand or the United States you’ll be supporting local businesses. 

Please look out for events and webinars being posted on the Facebook pages, @groceriesforhealth for Australia, @groceriesforhealthnz for New Zealand and @groceriesforhealthus for the United States.

I am open to receive any questions you may have regarding my current lifestyle with my eye condition or what Inner Origin can do for you.  Please contact me by phone 0409 582 433 or via the website form below

Kind regards,

Brian Haupt

You shop, we pack and deliver anywhere! Aus, NZ and coming to the US.

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The Australian Online Grocery Market

The Australian Online Grocery Market

Imagine sitting at home and having the breakfast, lunch and dinner ingredients you need for this week, home delivered!  In future, this will be the norm for many Australian families.

No more struggling with bulky packages or the worry of still having to shop after a long day at work. When you order your groceries online, it is delivered to your doorstep. And with Groceries for Health from Inner Origin you have the added bonus of knowing that your choices are organic, authentic, and verified food and health products.

Why Shop for Groceries Online?

Online grocery shopping is one of the most sought-after services today. With our present work-life balance (we call it imbalance) it allows you to save time and devote it to your family instead. You know what you are paying for and that may well be less than what you would pay at the local supermarket. Discounts and sales are plentiful and allow you to stock up on some of the non-perishable groceries for a big discount.

Currently, the online grocery shopping market in Australia is at the nascent stage and could take some time to develop. We’re all used to home-delivery pizzas and fast food, however, Amazon’s online grocery market, which is one of its largest services has just entered the Australian market. This is definitely going to change the outlook of Australians with regards to shopping for groceries online.

The Present Australian Online Grocery Market

InnerOrigin is the only platform in Australia that provides authentic, organic food and health products. These are offered via a third party online platform, whereby InnerOrigin advocates can sell their products to the public.  The business model that is similar to that of AirBnB and Uber. An advocate is a person who refers the InnerOrigin application to other users and receives a commission on the purchases of their users. 

Inner Origin products have been selected with care and follow strict guidelines to carry out our philosophy:

    • Cruelty-Free – Our products do not harm or kill animals.
    • No Added Hormones or Antibiotics – Animals that produce meat, poultry, eggs, and dairy products do not take antibiotics or growth hormones.
    • No Artificial Colours – Our products are natural and without artificial colours.
    • No BPA – Our products do not contain the Bisphenol A chemical which has been linked with potential side effects on the brain, behaviour and prostate glands in infants and young children.
    • Non-GMO – Our products are natural and not genetically modified in any way.
    • No Nitrate or MSG – Our products don’t contain carcinogenic nitrates or Monosodium glutamate which has been linked to various health problems, such as headaches and allergic reactions.
    • No Petroleum – Our products do not contain petroleum.
    • No Preservatives or Fragrances – Our products do not contain artificial preservatives or fragrances.

InnerOrigin also provides truth-on-label so you know the source of all ingredients.
All products are approved by an independent Product Advisory Board

Try InnerOrigin today and discover the convenience, care and confidence it brings!

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How does a Vegan diet affect your body?

vegan diet

Even though it is not a new concept, veganism is becoming trendier day-by-day and attracting a lot of attention. What does it mean to follow a vegan diet though?

Many people mistake veganism with vegetarianism. Veganism is not only a dietary choice but also comes with many lifestyle choices that exclude the consumption and usage of all types of animal products.

Veganism is the more stringent form of vegetarianism. Vegan diets strictly exclude not only meat, fish, and poultry but milk or any other dairy products as well. Is there any health benefit of such food habit? Let’s see:

  • Exclusion of animal fats is one of the most advantageous features of vegan diets as animal fats contain a high level of cholesterol, that is why are associated with several types health conditions e.g. hypertension, high blood pressure, diabetes, cardiac diseases, etc.
  • The risk of prostate and colorectal cancer is significantly higher in meat eaters than those who don’t consume meats. In addition, the vegan diet comprises fruits and vegetables that contain a higher level of fibres, vitamins, and minerals
  • Your bone health completely depends on your intake of elements like calcium and phosphate that mostly comes from milk and other dairy products. However, that doesn’t mean vegan diets lack calcium. Figs, kale, black-eyed peas, spinach, and turnip greens are good sources of calcium. Besides, milk alternatives like soymilk, almond milk is becoming popular and widely available.        
  • The risk of obesity is much lower in the vegans than others on traditional diets. This is because your total calorie intake is much lower when you are on a vegan diet than that when you follow a standard diet. Not to mention, lower the risk of obesity lower the risk of cardiac health conditions.   
  • A number of studies reveal that vegan dietary habits can prevent and protect you from genetic chronic disease. Plant compounds can contribute in controlling genetic conditions like arterial plaque, cardiovascular disease, and tumour growth.

Chock-full of nutrients, a vegan diet can be a thoughtful choice as it eliminates the risk of numerous health conditions. In addition, fruits and vegetables contain a high amount of antioxidants which help you look fresh and feel energetic.

About Groceries For Health

Groceries for Health are a proud Inner Origin Advocate.  Inner Origin products have been selected with care and follow strict guidelines to adhere to our philosophy.

This is a secure Australian site allowing you, the customer, to purchase the products and have them delivered direct to your door.

You shop, we pack and deliver.

Search our Vegan products – HERE

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Reference:

https://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/food/eat/what-vegans-eat-the-benefits-and-effects-it-has-on-your-body/news-story/ebe92640ba65aa55a9aca0faf230af30
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/vegan-diet-benefits
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/149636.php
https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/becoming-a-vegetarian

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Boulevard of Broken Dreams

Boulevard of Broken Dreams

Reposted with permission from Bob Pritchard

Today it seems lust, gluttony, greed, sloth, wrath, envy and pride are attributes. The capitalist dream of being able to make money in exchange for doing as little as possible is now a fervent passion.  One that rarely makes the list but has been responsible for decades of self-delusion and misplaced optimism has been the pernicious rise of the motivational speaker. To walk in the footsteps of one of these charlatans is to take a trip down the boulevard of broken dreams. These snake-oil salesmen have been elevated into high priests.

There are so many people selling “niche” solutions that the word niche itself has now become obsolete. I feel that the motivational speaking sector and business leader industry should be much more stringently regulated. We simply can’t have these sharp-suited hucksters running around willy nilly, telling people that if they get up at 5 am, drink a Kale smoothie every morning and chant “I am great” that they’ll succeed beyond their wildest dreams and be buying their own Lamborghini and yacht in no time.

I learned a long time ago that easy, get rich schemes or a magic bullet for success do not work. Most motivational material has lots of clichés but little or no substance. If there was a silver bullet in making money in business, or winning at craps or at the horse races we would not have to charge fees to tell people about it.  We would just do it.  The entire motivational speaker business is a fraud of the highest order. Perhaps you can inspire as a speaker, but unless the person finds their own reason why they are doing what they are doing every day, you are pushing ..it uphill.  Anyone who brands themselves as a motivational speaker is peddling fiction. You can probably get a few people to up their game, and perhaps all of them to step their activity rate for a day or two, but you will not secure lasting performance improvement with this approach.

Sales training doesn’t work either.  Perhaps a small percentage of the salespeople will take on board what you teach them to improve their performance because they have both desire and commitment. The other 90% passionately want to make more money but are not passionate or committed enough to get off their arse and change and do whatever is required to be more effective and efficient. Most poor sales achievement isn’t about technical skill gaps; it’s about the conceptual gap between knowing what to do and being willing to do it.  Salespeople who aren’t performing to their full potential are usually being poorly led and mismanaged. An hour or two in a room with a charismatic speaker isn’t going to fix them. They’ll probably have a few laughs but getting them to close more business, ask for and get higher prices, close more predictably, secure appointments with decision makers, ring fence accounts to protect them from the competition, etc. will not happen unless you put some real thought and effort into training your people systematically and well.  

All of us have 4 major internal competitors:

  • fear (too scared)
  • apathy (can’t be bothered)
  • ignorance (don’t know)
  • ego (think they know better or are entitled)

 I routinely hear from clients that I have helped them turn their lives around and turn their businesses into thriving enterprises. This is not achieved with motivating clichés and exciting hype language, it is achieved by knowledge and education. 

Why don’t you ever see Hippos hiding in trees? Because they are really bloody good at it.

About Groceries For Health

Groceries for Health are a proud Inner Origin Advocate.  Inner Origin products have been selected with care and follow strict guidelines to adhere to our philosophy.

This is a secure Australian site allowing you, the customer, to purchase the products and have them delivered direct to your door.

You shop, we pack and deliver.

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Kilimanjaro Expedition – Part 6

Kilimanjaro part 6

Part six and Day five of a bloody long walk

At the summit – now that all the yahooing, crying, tears, handshakes and hugs are all over we can hear the head guide telling us not to go to sleep and to start to make our way back down.  I’m physically and emotionally shattered by this point.  All I really want to do is have a feed and lay down for a sleep.  Closing my eyes seems soothing and a blessing.

Standing up is hard, however, I just have to do it or never leave.  And that wouldn’t be a good look.  Plus the paperwork, LOL! So we’re off down the same path we walked up.  One foot after another and those boots didn’t lose weight, they seemed to gain it.  The sun is up and I’m keen for breakfast.  Knowing there are no cafes up here you have to move!

Back to lifting my feet and instantly judging the ground.  You definitely don’t want a broken or sprained ankle at this altitude!  Time was slow enough going up the night earlier, now that the sun is up my eyes are stinging and want to close.  My guide grabs me and says we have to go.  Over rocks, around rocks, along narrow tracks where you need to bend over to slide between boulders.  And, finally, we get to the top of the scree.  My guide tells me it’s like skiing.  Cool.  I’ve never been skiing before!  This’ll be fun.  I worked out to take big steps.  At times you slide into the scree up to your knees, then you throw the back leg forward and do it all over again.  Oh, and don’t forget to listen out for someone yelling out “rock”.  Time to stop, look and stand aside as it rolls past you.  An interesting sight for a person who can see, and an interesting sound for me.  The air is extremely dry and your mouth dries out really quickly!  I’m thankful for my gaters as they help to keep the scree out of our boots.

On arrival, the hut at Camp Kibo is a lovely sight, even though I can’t see it.  Unfortunately, we’re asked to get our gear packed, go to the toilet if you have to, have a drink of water,  and prepare to move on.  There are lots of tired and excited voices around all looking forward to a feed and sleep but that’s not till we get to the Horombo Hutts, 3700m above sea level.

As the group leaves Camp Kibo the first snow of winter begins.  Such a lovely sight for the sighted persons to see, especially for those who haven’t been in snow before.  I can hear the snow hitting my rain jacket.  A very settling sound.  No trees, no shrubs, no grass.  Just rocks, dirt, snow and a number of tired, excited trekkers.

That afternoon we make it back to the Horombo Huts and are allocated cabins for the night.  With my guide I find mine and get inside to unpack and pack the days clothing.  Sit on my bed, actually more like fall onto my bed, which is on the floor. Another trekker askes if he can sit beside me.  “Mate, I don’t care where you sit, just not on me, I’m shattered!”  He says that he’s no better.  That was a bloody long day!!!

There’s dinner and a regroup that night.  The next morning the alarm is set for 6:30am.  Bottles are left outside for the porters to fill for us.  Down to the food hall for breakfast where there is no milo and the porridge is very watery.  Just add salt to flavour! Then we’re off again.  The track hasn’t changed except for the grasses, shrubs and foliage.  We’re beginning to hear birds again and a bird similar to a crow.  Around lunchtime, we stop at an area with timber picnic tables and benches.  We are presented with, I think, pieces of chicken and what felt like french toast.  Kind of rubbery, but tasty.  You’re really looking forward to a cafe to order something you can recognise!

We made it back to the 2700m above sea level Mandara huts.  Another welcome sight.  We’re given the opportunity to relax for the afternoon and explore to the near lookout at Maundi crater over looking Kenya   and Northern Tanzania.  You can see a very long way.

The next day, we’re off to the gate this time back the way we came.  Taller trees are gathering around us, more birds and monkeys in the trees.  Before leaving the Mandara Huts we are advised that near the gate leading out we may have children on the track about 5 or 6 years old selling chocolates.  We have been given stricked instructions not to look them in the eye.  To look straight forward and ignore them.  With money in my pocket that was difficult and I did shed a tear.  “Chocolate for a dollar”, “Chocolate for a dollar” is what they are saying.  That’s their living.

Well, we’ve made it out and wait for the trek leader to sign us out of the National Park.  We’re loaded into the bus to take us back to the resort with the eight-foot fence and barbed wire to have a shower, change and then we can go into Moshi to buy a souvenir.  Now that’s an experience!  I’ll tell you about it next blog.

See ya’