While there are a number of stop-smoking products on the market (and increasing), the bulk of smokers do not use stop-smoking aids or organized programs when attempting to quit, as reported by the American Journal of Preventive Medicine (Volume 28, Number 1). The rate reporting seeking assistance or smoking cessation aids ran around 22%, meaning that more than three quarters of all smokers go it alone when trying to stop smoking. This may due, in part, to the cost of cigarette stop smoking products/services and also to some of the problems noted with various stop smoking drugs like Chantix.

Some stop-smoking products and programs do work for some smokers, but many smokers find that dealing with nicotine addition is a private battle and prefer to quit on their own terms and in their own ways. For these individuals, a holistic approach tends to work best with some tapering down on smoking and others going cold turkey.

Smokers need to identify the needs filled by smoking and find substitute activities or coping skills for best success. For example, a smoker who uses cigarettes during stressful situations needs to identify stressors and also work on new ways to alleviate and deal with stress. Celebration smokers can brainstorm other “treats” that serve as rewards for life successes. Those who smoke to drop or maintain weight might focus on dietary changes to reduce the need to use cigarettes to maintain a smaller jean size. Social smokers may need to develop new interests and activities that restrict or limit smoking.

“Venosa submerges into the cosmic mysteries and brings back fantastic visions dressed in the perfect and classic technique of a painter who completely masters his art.” – Jean ‘Moebius’ Girard

 

Robert Venosa (January 21, 1936 – August 9, 2011) was an American artist residing in Boulder, Colorado, USA. He studied with what are termed the New Masters. His artworks reside in collections around the world.

Robert Venosa has been exhibited worldwide and is represented in major collections, including those of noted museums, rock stars, and European aristocracy. In addition to painting, sculpting, and film design (pre-sketches and conceptual design for the movie Dune, and Fire in the Sky for Paramount Pictures, and the upcoming Race for Atlantis for IMAX), he has recently added computer art to his creative menu. His work has been the subject of three books, as well as being featured in numerous publications – most notably Omni magazine – and on a number of CD covers, including those of Kitar? and progressive metal band Cynic. He is a member of the Society for the Art of Imagination, Surreal Art Collective, and the Labyrinthe group.

He first studied under Mati Klarwein in New York. Venosa then went on to study with Ernst Fuchs in Vienna. In the early 1970s he moved to Cadaques, Spain. Here he met and befriended Salvador Dal?.[citation needed] He later introduced H. R. Giger to Dal?.

Venosa traveled the globe with his partner Martina Hoffmann, teaching their painting technique. The technique is a derivative of what Venosa learned from his teachers. His technique differs in the material used for the underpainting (caesin versus egg tempera) but largely follows the same processes.

Augustino Arrivabene (born Rivolta d’Adda, Italy, June 11, 1967) is a visionary painter who expresses a radical reworking of mythologies with “iconography moving between desire and hallucination, between sensuosity and intellectual poison”

Arrivabene paints oil on panel, with jewel-like accuracy and abundance of details, rare and more precious in an era of mass-manufacture, and a contemporary art scene that confuses dangerously the espressive with the lazy lack of technical craft and talentlessness. After graduating in 1991 at the Brera Art Academy in 1991, he focused on painting, drawing and etching.

Arrivabene was drawn to learn from the wellsprings of spiritual and technical knowledge found in the classical Masters such as Leonardo Da Vinci, D?rer and van Eyck, making master study drawings and paintings from their works in Europe’s museums. This research involved a study in almost-forgotten painting techniques (such as egg tempera and oil glaze, mischtechnik), and to prepare paint according to traditional methods (lapis lazuli, cinnabar, pure indigo, madder, bistre, dragon’s blood, etc).

The references to the history of the art in the works of Arrivabene are multiple, with Leonardo Da Vinci to the esoteric symbolism of Jean Delville composing a continuous lineage, of which Arrivabene can be considered an heir. In an art scene obsessed with the mislead concept of ‘novelty’, a break with the past, which is ultimately no more than a myth of modernism, Arrivabene has sometimes been accused of lifting directly from old masters and some contemporary painters who also honour the past (Alberto Agazzani writes: “The Rembrandt ostentatious in key nerdruniana […] […] on the edge of plagiarism”). But all art stands on the shoulder of giants. There should be no objection to art that pays homage and learns from masters of the craft.

In speaking of this subject, Arrivabene informs to “…think of the young Raphael and his master Perugino, (it) is difficult to distinguish the phase of the master Perugino Urbino by Perugino’s own hand. Leonardo Da Vinci in Verrocchio’s workshop is very similar to the young Botticelli and Lorenzo di Credi, who emulate the same Verrocchio. So it is normal for an artist to go looking for symbolic guides, technical or poetic in its immediate past or artistic figures of his time, and then going in more independent and personal.”

LILA covers emerging contemporary visionary and sacred art, artists, exhibitions, and related themes such as deep ecology, shamanism, mythology and new global world culture. ‘Lila’ is Sanskrit for ‘Cosmic Play’, the universe experienced as arising from the joyous love play and creative adventures of the Divine.

The mission of the project is to explore the emergence of a contemporary sacred and visionary art within the context of global culture. Lila is also a means to facilitate and strengthen the community of artists and art lovers who love deep imaginal art.

The website was created by painter and writer Daniel Mirante in 2000 ad as a resource for people exploring ‘medicine culture’ ; shamanic forms of creativity and healing of the whole being, including visionary or sacred art, breathwork, rebirthing and plant-based entheogenic practices.

Daniel Mirante
Director, editor, author, curator, networker, artist

Daniel Mirante has been wandering the wilderness of the imagination for 34 years. He is fascinated with the exploration of mysticism, deep ecology, mythology, and creativity, especially painting. His art and writing have appeared worldwide in a variety of publications, websites, exhibitions and calendars.

He has been involved in several prominent visionary art exhibitions and his work hangs in several temples and private collections around the world. His art can be viewed at www.danielmirante.com

Delvin Solkinson
Ally, author, consultant, curator, permaculture designer, correspondent

Delvin Solkinson

Nestled in the lush mossy rainforest climes of coastal British Columbia, Delvin lives in a tiny village where he tends to his gardens.

Producing intentional events, gatherings and conferences as well as working with others to give workshops, presentations and courses, Delvin helps facilitate educational environments.

He runs Dew Press which produces galactik trading cards and visionary art catalogues. He also helps with Gaiacraft, a permaculture design initiative.

His life changed forever when he met Daniel Mirante online, then eventually in person, who has inspired his planetary culture building efforts and invited him to join the Lila team. Currently Delvin works as a gardener and permaculture teacher.

Lunaya Shekinah
Contributor, consultant, correspondent, editor, curator

Lunaya Shekinah is a multidisciplinary art networker, curator and promoter, a light steward working through new media, internet, and within the lush, wild ecologies of British Columbia, Canada.

Her personal mission is to live her life as an offering to the divine, assisting in the evolution of all beings. This intention infuses her work in art culture, facilitating community dialogue, permaculture, and healing practices.

Lunaya’s contributions to the art spirit culture have included the directorship and curation of ‘Light Science’ (www.lightscience.ca), an exposition of the diverse visionary art scene. Lunaya supports community and educational projects through which creativity may express itself outside of conventional gallery structures. The Galactik Trading Card community building initiative and card project (www.elvism.net) is key in this work.

Other contributors
The project is not possible without the open-handed collaboration and support of the artists who compose the various networks that add up to the contemporary world of visionary and sacred art. A special thanks must be extended to Laurence Caruana, Oleg Korolev, David Heskin, Aloria Weaver, Andrew Gonzalez and Maura Holden, for their continued extension of inspiration and support

Visionary art is not easily defined. As a recognised genre it is recent, a half-century old at most – its first generation masters are still practicing, its horizons are still expanding. Visionary art is contemporary. To search for a defining boundary therefore is fruitless; definitions, being restrictive, are more readily established in retrospect. But if we cannot define, then we can unearth. For there exists in any art genre a lineage, a bloodline, and in Visionary art we find a genealogy that can be traced through the Surrealist and Fantastic Realist movements of last century, past the Renaissance, across continents and centuries, back to the first dawn.

The position of drawing as a specialised discipline within this genealogy is an even more subtle ancestry to unthread. In Visionary art we find a bewildering breadth of subject matter; we find particular attention given to dreams, to death and memory, unexplored terrains of the psyche, madness, mythic creatures, gods and demons, the organic and mechanical, anatomy, animal consciousness and organic emergence, geometry and mandalas, and the symbolism of alchemy, astrology and assorted wisdom traditions. Yet none of this is essential, none of this in itself is sufficient to make a piece of art ‘Visionary’, for the genre rests upon a unified and identifiable foundation of technique, a technical style and temperament that those artists specialising in ink and pencil share with their painter siblings.

Ernst Fuchs has named this “ein verschollener Stil”- a “hidden prime of styles.”  This unity of style is the genetic code writ through the Visionary artist’s bloodline; it is the grammar upon which their language is constructed.

Visionary art rests upon a unified and identifiable foundation of technique, a technical style and temperament that those artists specialising in ink and pencil share with their painter siblings – a “hidden prime of styles.” This unity of style is the genetic code writ through the Visionary artist’s bloodline; it is the grammar upon which their language is constructed.

To begin at the beginning.

The underground caverns of Lascaux in Dordogne, the guide switches off his flashlight. “The senses suddenly are wiped out,” one visitor recounts, “the millennia drop away… you were never in deeper darkness in your life. It was – I don’t know, just a complete knock out. You don’t know whether you are looking north, south, east, or west. All orientation is gone, and you are in a darkness that never saw the sun.”

This primordial darkness is a space of pre-conceptual potential. This is a creative space.

The guide switches his torch back on and turns it to the roof and walls. Emerging from the depths of the rock are painted animals, images of bizarre creatures, half-human and half-animal hybrids. “A strange beast with a gravid belly and long pointed horns walks behind a line of wild cattle, horses, deer and bulls that seem simultaneously in motion and at rest.”

What motivates this art?

“I am interested in making icons that honour the deep ecology, of mind and nature as one continuum, unbroken”. Magical birds, inner sanctums, giant trees and dakini’s (feminine representations of enlightened energy) are recurring motifs through his oil paintings. “The gothic painters of Flanders, as well as the thanka traditions of Tibet and Nepal remain my primary inspirations”. Attempting to dissolve typical and worn interpretations of familiar religious motifs, his work attempts to ‘light up’ archtypes in refreshed and enlivened ways.

 

Daniel Mirante has been actively involved in raising awareness of contemporary sacred and visionary art for 10 years through the creation of www.lila.info and www.ayahuasca.com and various art training workshops as well as public speaking. He is a founding collaborator with several other artists under the rubric of ‘The Guild of Iluvatar’, who’s primary aim is to develop a more perfect logos through the collaborative weaving together and sharing of aesthetics, craft and mythos.

From the forges of the far western wing of the Elvish Nation in Canadia, comes an innovative new incarnation of the galactic trading card oracle complex. This global arts initiative celebrates the potentials of the present moment and explores creative approaches to integrating planetary consciousness with cosmic perspectives. In the light of Lila, this visionary culture community building initiative includes artists and designers from all continents of the world, coming together to reflect a mosaic of magic.

Due for release at Summer Solstice, this entirely non-profit project is seeking support to cover its core costs by pre-selling subscriptions at a special low price. For only $100 including free international shipping you will get 50 cards mailed out each month over a 25 month period. Support this grassroots global arts initiative by subscribing to this unique and innovative art card oracle deck. Contact [email protected] for more details or visit https://yotyiam.com

From the forges of the far western wing of the Elvish Nation in Canadia, comes an innovative new incarnation of the galactic trading card oracle complex. This global arts initiative celebrates the potentials of the present moment and explores creative approaches to integrating planetary consciousness with cosmic perspectives. In the light of Lila, this visionary culture community building initiative includes artists and designers from all continents of the world, coming together to reflect a mosaic of magic.

Due for release at Summer Solstice, this entirely non-profit project is seeking support to cover its core costs by pre-selling subscriptions at a special low price. For only $100 including free international shipping you will get 50 cards mailed out each month over a 25 month period. Support this grassroots global arts initiative by subscribing to this unique and innovative art card oracle deck. Contact [email protected] for more details or visit https://yotyiam.com

Sometimes it can be difficult to stop abusing certain substances.  Don’t be alarmed as a lot of people have this problem.  What everyone needs to recognize is that substance abuse counseling available for those trying to get rid of this problem.  Each program will be slightly different; however, one can reasonably expect that the counseling program will go through a number of different stages in order to help them cope with or cure their addiction.

First and foremost, a substance abuse counseling program is concerned with the mental health and stability of the patients.  Normally, the first step of a counseling program is to help a person realize what they can do to resist their urges to use.  This may include things like advising them to stay away from places that make a person want to use or even discourage them from keeping contact with friends who are bad influences.  They also drive home the point that it’s easy to be able to stop using something while attending counseling, but after the program is over, people will have to avoid and deal with these issues on their own.  The goal of the program is to arm themselves with the right tools so they can do this effectively and consistently.

Another stage in a substance abuse counseling program is to continue to build on the things that were done in the earlier stage.  Here, people will be relearning how to get their lives in order.  They will be trying to figure out coping mechanisms to help them avoid abusing the substance or substances and how to add positive things to their lives to replace the now vacant drug use.  After a person has completed this stage, he or she is almost ready to start their life as an outpatient.  However, an evaluation is conducted to ensure the patient is ready for that stage in the process.

The last stage in a substance abuse counseling program is there to help launch a person back into his or her life armed with all the ideas and knowledge to help avoid bad situations and cope with the immediate issues that normally led to drug abuse in the past. To do this a general plan will be developed with the patient and the patient will go through an evaluation, and eventually be released.  From here, the patient will normally continue going to the services of a counseling program by using support groups for followup and to ensure they are keeping true to their plan.

Introduction

In the world of drug tests and job opportunities, a sneaky helper has emerged known as “The Whizzinator.” As of 2023, even though some US states have given the green light to marijuana use, many employers still use drug tests, causing stress for those who enjoy a bit of the green stuff. Enter the Whizzinator, a clever solution that stoners have discovered through a simple Google search for “Whizzinator in stores near me.” This contraption aims to help people dodge urine drug tests without getting caught.

Now, let’s break it down for you. Imagine you’re hanging out with friends who smoke, or maybe you’ve taken a puff or two yourself on occasion. Suddenly, a company calls you for a THC drug test, and the panic sets in. The Whizzinator steps in to save the day, offering a high success rate and peace of mind. This factory-made product, created by Alternative Lifestyle Systems (ALS), comes in the form of dried urine powder, with official mentions of ingredients like creatine and uric acid.

But what’s the big deal about a comprehensive review of The Whizzinator? Well, that’s where the importance of understanding this product comes into play. A detailed review helps potential users make informed decisions, weighing the pros and cons before venturing into the world of synthetic urine. So, whether you’re curious about its effectiveness or considering it for your next job-related test, a comprehensive review can be your guide in navigating the maze of The Whizzinator.

Product Description

In the captivating world of alternative solutions, one product that has stirred discussions is “The Whizzinator.” Manufactured by Clear Choice, this unique creation is a powdered concoction designed for those seeking a discreet way to navigate urine drug tests. Marketed by Alternative Lifestyle Systems (ALS), the Whizzinator is not just any synthetic pee – it’s a well-thought-out kit, complete with intriguing components.

The Whizzinator kit, often discreetly presented in stores that sell synthetic urine, is initially framed as a sex toy to evade legal complexities. However, its true prowess lies in helping individuals successfully pass urinalysis without detection. Comprising seven essential items – an instructions manual, dried urine, a syringe, four heating pads, a fake penis (the shaft), a waistband, and two leg straps for mounting the shaft – this kit is more than meets the eye.

The dried urine, a crucial component resembling powdered human urine, forms the core of the concoction. Mixed with water on the test date as per the manual, it mimics real urine remarkably well. The syringe facilitates the seamless transfer of the synthetic urine mixture into the fake penis, ensuring a clean operation. Heating pads play a pivotal role, elevating the temperature of the fake urine to a natural body temperature range, making it indistinguishable from the real deal.

Functioning like a charm, it allows individuals to pass the drug test without raising suspicions. The Whizzinator operates on a simple principle – mimicry. By injecting synthetic urine into a bag, strapping it on, and applying a heating pad, users can simulate a natural urination process. The synthetic urine flows through the fake shaft, collected in a test cup, fooling even the most discerning lab specialists.

It’s important to note that using such tactics requires meticulous preparation and attention to detail, as laboratories have become adept at detecting poor-quality fake urine. Does fake urine truly work in every situation? You can discover more in the Whizzinator Review.

Ingredients

In the Whizzinator review article’s section on Ingredients, we get a closer look at what makes up this unique product. The Whizzinator is a synthetic urine or fake pee created by Alternative Lifestyle Systems (ALS) for passing urine drug tests. The primary ingredients mentioned on the official website are creatine and uric acid, but research suggests there could be more, including sodium chloride, urea, potassium chloride, sodium phosphate, and ionized water.

The Whizzinator kit, often discreetly marketed as a sex toy, is crucial for successfully using the product. It may not be sold as a complete package, so users are advised to pre-order it well before their drug test. The complete kit typically includes an instruction manual, dried urine, a syringe, heating pads, a fake penis (the shaft), a waistband, and two leg straps for securing the shaft.

The dried urine, in powdered form, is a key component. When mixed with water, it creates the fake urine. The syringe helps collect and introduce the fake urine into the shaft without smears. Heating pads play a crucial role in maintaining the synthetic urine’s temperature to mimic real urine. The fake penis, available in various skin tones, is the core element of the product, helping users pass drug tests by providing a realistic urine sample.

The article also delves into the working mechanism of the Whizzinator, likening it to wearing a condom. Users inject synthetic urine into a bag, strap it on, and use a heating pad to maintain an optimal temperature. The fake urine is released through a fake shaft, collected in a cup, and then given to the lab specialist, mimicking a natural urination process.

For users looking to pass a urine drug test with confidence, following the step-by-step instructions provided with the Whizzinator kit is essential. The article emphasizes the importance of preparing two hours before the test, mixing the powdered urine just before the test, and ensuring the synthetic urine is at the correct temperature range.

How to Use

For anyone using “The Whizzinator,” it’s essential to follow a step-by-step guide to ensure a successful experience. First and foremost, start preparing at least two hours before the urine test to allow ample time. Gather all the components of the device and remove the heat pad from its pack. Then, mix the Powdered Urine with water according to the manual, making sure to do this just two hours before the test to maintain its effectiveness.

Moving on, carefully inject the mixed synthetic urine into the bag, making sure not to overfill it. Attach a heating pad to the back of the bag and use the temperature stripe on the opposite side to confirm that the urine reaches the optimal temperature range of 90 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit within an hour. With the setup complete, the urine will stay at the right temperature for up to 8 hours.

Next, wear the straps on your waist, adjusting the shaft to fit comfortably. Ensure the temperature stripe presses against your body to regulate the urine temperature. Confirm that the urine maintains the specified temperature range before confidently heading to the bathroom for the test.

When producing the sample, position the uncovered sample cup at the base of the shaft and gently squeeze the bottom to allow the urine to flow into the cup. Once you have enough, gently close the valve and hand the cup to the lab specialist, awaiting your test result with confidence. Following these steps diligently ensures a smooth and successful use of “The Whizzinator.”

Pros and Cons

The Whizzinator has gained popularity on social media, and many users praise its performance compared to other brands. Customers appreciate the ability to use it multiple times, and its urine outperforms detox pills. One notable feature is the variety of choices for the shaft’s skin tone, with more than five options available. Users find it easy to use without discomfort, and the realistic look and feel of the shafts make them challenging to detect, even during supervised urinalysis. Additionally, the product comes with a user-friendly instruction manual, ensuring that first-time users won’t encounter difficulties.

However, it’s essential to consider some drawbacks. The Whizzinator comes with a relatively higher price tag compared to its competitors. Successfully using it requires stealth and wit to avoid detection, as there are legal consequences in many states for its use. Some users reported minor leaks in the male version’s shaft, and panicking during use could give away the deception. Furthermore, the product lacks FDA certification, and it’s crucial to use the heating pad to achieve the recommended urine temperature for optimal results. Despite a 14-day return policy for unsatisfied customers, the potential legal risks and restrictions in various states should be carefully considered before deciding to use the Whizzinator.

Customer Feedback

In the section about Customer Feedback for The Whizzinator Review, we dive into what people are saying about the Whizzinator touch kit. This part is crucial because it gives us insights into the real experiences of those who have used the product.

The feedback is collected from various customers, and their comments and ratings are put together to form an overall picture. When we talk about “aggregated customer reviews and ratings,” it means that we look at all the feedback as a whole, combining positive and negative comments to get a comprehensive view.

Positive reviews highlight the good aspects of the Whizzinator touch kit. Despite some users facing minor issues due to their inexperience in handling the product, the overall feedback remains positive. This tells us that, for the most part, people are satisfied with their experience using the Whizzinator touch kit.

Moving on to “Common themes in feedback,” we explore the recurring topics or patterns in what customers are saying. This helps us understand the key points that stand out in people’s experiences, providing valuable information for potential users and giving a well-rounded perspective on the product.

Q&A Section

Q1: What is The Whizzinator, and why do people use it?

A1: The Whizzinator is a synthetic urine product designed to assist individuals in passing urine drug tests undetected. It includes components like dried urine, a syringe, heating pads, and a fake penis, allowing users to provide a synthetic urine sample.

Q2: How does The Whizzinator work?

A2: The Whizzinator operates by simulating the process of natural urination. Users mix dried urine with water, inject the synthetic urine into a bag attached to a fake penis, and use heating pads to maintain the temperature, making it appear like a real urine sample during testing.

Q3: Is The Whizzinator legal to use?

A3: The legality of The Whizzinator varies by state. While it is marketed as a sex toy to avoid legal issues, users should be aware that using synthetic urine to deceive drug tests might have legal consequences, depending on local laws.

Q4: What components are included in The Whizzinator kit?

A4: The Whizzinator kit typically contains dried urine, a syringe, heating pads, a fake penis (shaft), a waistband, two leg straps for mounting the shaft, and an instruction manual. The complete kit is designed to help users pass urine drug tests.

Q5: How should users prepare and use The Whizzinator?

A5: Users need to follow detailed instructions provided in the manual. Preparation involves mixing dried urine with water, injecting it into the bag, attaching heating pads, and ensuring the synthetic urine maintains the required temperature. Users then discreetly provide the sample during the test.

Q6: Can The Whizzinator be detected during a drug test?

A6: If used correctly, The Whizzinator is designed to go undetected during standard urine drug tests. However, users should exercise caution and follow instructions to avoid revealing the kit, as discovery may lead to serious consequences.

Q7: What legal and support information is provided by the manufacturer, Alternative Lifestyle Systems (ALS)?

A7: ALS emphasizes user responsibility and provides a 14-day return policy for unused products. The Whizzinator is not FDA-certified. Users can contact ALS support via phone or email for additional information or assistance.

Q8: Are there any risks or consequences associated with using The Whizzinator?

A8: Using The Whizzinator involves legal risks, as laws regarding synthetic urine vary by state. Users may face consequences if caught attempting to deceive drug tests. Additionally, there have been reported cases of minor issues, such as leaks, with the product.

Q9: Can The Whizzinator be used for probation drug testing?

A9: Yes, some reviews suggest that The Whizzinator may help individuals pass probation drug tests that involve urinalysis. However, users should be aware of the specific requirements of their probation test and potential consequences of using synthetic urine.

Q10: Where can users purchase The Whizzinator?

A10: The Whizzinator kit is available on various e-commerce sites, including Amazon. Users can also order directly from the manufacturer, ALS, and may find nearby retailers by searching “where to buy Whizzinator near me” online.

Summing Up

In conclusion, The Whizzinator touch kit stands out as a reliable option for individuals facing urine drug tests. As we sum up our discussion, let’s revisit the key points that make this product noteworthy.

The Whizzinator has proven to be one of the few successful methods that people rely on to pass urine drug tests. Its track record of almost 16 years in the market signifies a level of trustworthiness that users appreciate. The positive reviews from users further validate its effectiveness and reliability in crucial situations.

When it comes to ensuring job security or aiming for that long-awaited promotion, having a Whizzinator kit on hand can be the safeguard you need to avoid the embarrassment of a failed drug test. It’s worth noting that, in comparison to other brands like The Monkey Dong kits, the Whizzinator stands out as a popular and consistently reliable choice.

In our final thoughts on the product, we can confidently say that the Whizzinator is a reputable brand that has maintained its dominance in the market, offering users a reliable solution to navigate the challenges posed by urine drug tests.