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Your Face Your Shape

Choose an eye and see what it says about you?

Eyes are very complex, beautiful and intriguing. The eye symbolizes clarity of focus and purpose. The eyes shown below reveal aspects of personality. Select an eye number that you mostly relate to and scroll down to see what it reveals about you.

.) If you found yourself drawn to eye #1:

You’re the open, kind spirit. You welcome everyone into your life, whether it walks, slithers or crawls. You prefer to take risks and get hurt than to keep yourself locked away. Helping others is a high priority for you.

Do you want to learn more about your personality and life? You won’t believe what the science of Numerology can reveal about your life.

That’s right, the numerology of your birth date, despite whatever month you were born, can reveal detail information about who you truly are. It’s unbelievable how accurate it is.

.) If you found yourself drawn to eye #2:

You’re the conscientious one. You’re always looking to do the right thing for your community and the world.

You know your actions make a difference, even if they’re small ones. You believe that activism is the rent you pay for living on this planet.

.) If you found yourself drawn to eye #3:

You’re the troubled one. Your past was likely tumultuous and still impacts your life today. You might feel like life is a sick joke being played on you and struggle to find peace in this.

Despite this, you’re capable of picking yourself up when you fall and can have a sunny disposition. You’re a point of light in a demon-haunted world.

.) If you found yourself drawn to eye #4:

You’re the philosopher. You look for deeper meaning in things but are still comforted when something can be taken at face value.

You’re confident in your ability to solve the puzzles of this life. You may not figure it all out, but that’s alright.

.) If you found yourself drawn to eye #5:

You’re the mysterious one. You haven’t figured yourself out yet, which makes you fairly enigmatic to the people around you.

You don’t mince words and are a person of action. You don’t speak unless you’re certain of what you say.

.) If you found yourself drawn to eye #6:

You’re more of a sensitive, thoughtful person. You notice the little details and rarely forget anything, even if it’s something silly or pointless.

You’re fragile but you never show it. You have a strong intuition and often are the first to see trouble ahead.

.) If you found yourself drawn to eye #7:

You’re a fiery spirit. You’re energetic, passionate, and perfect for leadership roles. You wear yourself on your sleeve and are very opinionated. You’re thrilled by anything high stakes.

.) If you found yourself drawn to eye #8:

You’re the crazy one. You have unusual interests, practices, and systems of belief. You were probably called a weirdo as a kid.

Don’t sweat it, these may seem like insults but they’re what make you special. You laugh off tradition and never conform.

.) If you found yourself drawn to eye #9:

You’re the intuitive one. You understand people, cultures, and the whole world well. You can read people like a poem and know when you’re being lied to.

Your every action is measured and you don’t manipulate easily. At the same time, you can play puppet master well, though we don’t recommend that kind of behavior. -- Source.

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New Science Says Eye Color Reveals Your True Personality!

The expression that your eyes are the window to your soul is pretty cliche these days, but now it looks like there’s some real science to back up the expressions.

428 subjects were studied by scientists at the Orebro University in Sweden to see if personality traits could be linked to their eye colors.

“The eye is so closely linked neurologically to the brain that you might call it the only part of our brain you can see from the outside,” says Dr. Antony Fallone of Edinburgh university. “It seems to hold vital clues to our brain function.”

So let’s go down the list of eye colors and what they reveal about your true personality…

Brown/Black Eyes

You’re a natural born leader, often taking the lead in daily situations without even realizing it.

You’re particularly agreeable and have great self control, not being too interested in drinking or partying and focusing on athleticism instead.

Draw on that leadership ability and you could be unstoppable!

Blue Eyes

You have great inner and physical strength, though it’s sometimes a struggle for people to see it. People are often quick to judge you before they know you.

They see you as weak or timid. Despite that, women with blue eyes were found to tolerate the pain of child birth better. You’re also able to handle some forms of anxiety and depression better.

You’re ambitious, sharp, and inquisitive. In the professional world, not much stands in your way.

Gray Eyes

These are very rare among the general population, and are really more of a very light pale blue than true gray.

On the outside and for the most part, you are a very reasonable and balanced person, but your deeper issues and emotions are sometimes difficult for you to control.

Perhaps this is why you are very guarded and don’t let your walls down easily. Others have to work very hard to break through your barriers but find it well worthwhile when they do.

Hazel Eyes

Hazel is another uncommon shade. This leads many hazel-eyed people to be told they’re special from a young age. You tend to be independent, confident, and spontaneous.

Your personality can be a little more difficult to predict and pin down. That’s okay though, there’s nothing wrong with making the people in your life work a little bit for your approval.

Green Eyes

Green eyes are considered very sensual and beautiful. You are a warm and affectionate person, but also very mysterious at times. You are spontaneous, but patient as well.

You are a fountain of creativity, resourceful and quick-thinking in tricky situations.

You’re a great person to have around when things go in a bad direction, as you’re diplomatic and good at diffusing tension.

What do you think, did we peg you right? Let us know in the comments below!

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Sunglasses Are Not An Option
Blinded By The (UV) Light
By Anthony Record, Optician
From an article appearing in
Eye Care Professional Magazine

Anthony Record

Some recent surveys and statistics regarding sun protection, patient knowledge, and the actions of eye care professionals have caused me great concern.

Consider some of the following eye-opening (pun intended) findings: According to a 2010 Eye-Q Survey, 35% of American adults are completely unaware of the eye-health risks associated with spending too much time in the sun. That means that more than one in three of the patients who walk through our door are in need of some eye education. And I hate to say it, but the 35% who are aware of the dangers of UV exposure may not have ECPs to thank for that.

ECPs fail to educate the public about UV-sun exposure issues.

The UV Index that was developed by the Environmental Protection Agency and the National Weather Service has made many Americans aware of sunburn and skin cancer as it relates to sun exposure. It’s up to ECPs to communicate that pingueculae, pterygia, and photokeratitis can all be caused by not protecting the eye against ultraviolet rays. More serious ocular conditions such as cataracts and age-related macular degeneration (ARMD) are of paramount concern.

People need protection.

See what happens without it.

If the fact that 35% of our patients are blissfully unaware of the dangers of UV exposure isn’t enough to cause concern, how about this one: 33% of Americans who wear prescription eyeglasses are unaware that sunglasses are even available in prescription form. How can that be? Most ECPs simply cannot believe that statistic. You have to remember that the reason why one in three people don’t know they can get prescription eyewear is that they are ECLPs not ECPs – an ECLP of course, being an Eye Care Lay Person! They simply do not have the knowledge and training that we do.

A year earlier, in a 2009 Eye-Q survey, it was determined that only 38% of prescription eyeglass wearers owned a second, separate pair of prescription sunglasses - again, just more than one in three. There are many reasons for this dismal statistic. Just how culpable are front-line ECPs? Consider these findings, compiled over the last few years by someone I believe to be a completely reliable source: me. It turns out that when it comes to this issue, there’s some good news and some bad news.

Over the last few years as part of my continuing education class entitled Soak Up the Sun - Protecting Your Patients and Your Practice With Prescription Sunglasses, I have surveyed over a thousand dispensing opticians, ophthalmic technicians, and other front-line eye care professionals. One of the questions I posed asked how they feel about prescription sunglasses. Do they think prescription sunglasses are simply an option, somewhat important, very important, or an absolute necessity? As you probably could predict, 94% of all polled ECPs responded by saying prescription sunglasses are an “absolute necessity.” That’s the good news.

Sunglasses in the '50s were an option.

Today, sunglasses are an absolute necessity.

The bad news is revealed in the very next question I posed to the same ECPs in attendance, which sought to discover how often they took steps to actually present the opportunity for their patients to purchase what they themselves described as an “absolute necessity.” I asked the attendees a simple yes or no question: Do you ask every patient who purchases prescription eyeglasses about purchasing a second pair of prescription sunglasses? The results? Shockingly, only 29% of these front-line dispensers answered yes; 71% said no. What that reveals is a disappointing, yet undeniable disconnect. Almost everyone said sunglasses are a necessity not an option, yet less than a third even bring up sunglasses to their clientele.

Obviously this is a great disservice to the people whom we are charged to protect. Additionally, that disconnect is a reason why many of those same opticians have low job satisfaction and suffer from job-related stress. After all, if we have a core value (the need for protective sun wear) and we don’t even bring it up to 71% of our patients, it tends to make us feel not-so-great about the jobs we do. Which leads to the last statistic and consideration.

In the summer months, between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., UV exposure accounts for nearly 70% of a person’s yearly dose of ultraviolet radiation. What kind of “person” is most likely to be out in the sun during those hours? Children. I believe children are the one demographic that eye care professionals are truly remiss in protecting their eyes with regard to UV radiation. Remember, 35% of our customer base is unaware of the ocular risks of UV exposure.

Tim, an optician in Jacksonville, Florida, recently shared a disturbing story during a CE lecture. He told our class that on his afternoon drive home from work he routinely sees a young woman jogging in a westerly direction – into the setting sun. According to Jim she is always wearing sunglasses.

Unfortunately, that’s not the case when it comes to the small toddlers in the jogging stroller she pushes in front of her as she burns those pesky calories. Tim described how the kids are routinely squinting, turning away from the sun in obvious discomfort, and shading their eyes with their hands. The mother is obviously oblivious not only to their immediate discomfort, but also to the potential damage she is allowing to occur to the eyes of the kids she loves. Tim feels like he should stop and say something to her, and eventually I bet he will.

Kids, especially, need UV protection.

Children should not be an afterthought when it comes to sunglasses – they should be a top priority. What kind of information can we share with the parents and guardians of the kids we’re trying to protect that might persuade them to invest in sunglasses for them? Begin with a brief explanation about UV exposure, the sun, and the damage they can cause. Remember, more than a third are unaware. Moreover, be sure to inform them that the underdeveloped juvenile eyes are more susceptible to the damage. If that doesn’t convince them, be sure to share the fact that whatever damage is done to the eyes by UV exposure (that causes cataracts, ARMD, etc.) it is cumulative – that is, the damage “adds up” from birth and can cause the premature development of the ocular maladies related to sun damage.

And while most of us would like to see our juvenile patients with a second, separate pair of UV-protective, ideally polarized sunglasses, if the parent/guardian isn’t willing to purchase it, don’t give up. Consider Transitions lenses as a viable alternative to nothing at all. After all, it’s available in polycarbonate, it darkens in the sun, and offers UV protection.

Photochromic lenses are an alternative.

Transitions® and PhotoFusion® Lenses

Photochromic lenses change from clear to sunglass tint automatically.

Additionally, with a pair of Transitions, parents and kids don’t have to worry about keeping track of a second pair, and they are acceptable in most school districts that restrict students from wearing sunglasses on campus - a win-win alternative to the second pair. --

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