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- The Internal Cause of Migraines - by Submitted on May 25, 2012 from Sally MarksI have always enjoyed being around children. I admire their honesty and openness. My grandchildren are two and four years old. They see wonder in everything. In fact, Briannah, the younger of “the girls” as I call them, “wonders” about everything. She is always asking “why?” The apple didn’t ...
Views: 8 - When You're Not Singing in the Rain - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2012 from Sally MarksIt’s raining. In fact it has been raining most of the day. I’m from Arizona where rain is not a regular occurrence, so when I encounter a long bout of soppy weather I get a bit incredulous. “You’ve been at this all day, don’t you think it’s time to move on?” I say to the clouds outside my ...
Views: 144(2 votes) - Focusing On Prosperity Rather Than Misery - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Sally MarksI was interviewed by Vickie Champion on a series of questions of “Things I Wish I knew in my 20s about (money, relationships, health etc.) I’m one of several men and women who are featured on her you tube site. Here are my thoughts on “What I wish I knew in my 20s about money.” “When I ...
Views: 326(4 votes) - Christmas Confusion of Holiday Songs Brings Laughter and Insights - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2011 from Sally MarksThis is a time of miracles. Hanukah begins tonight. The word Hanukah means “rededication” and celebrates Jewish heroes who rededicated themselves to faith and principles in spite of a religious oppression. Christmas is the annual celebration commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ. Both holidays ...
Views: 69 - How to Deal with Grouchy Relatives During the Holidays - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2011 from Sally MarksNext week is Thanksgiving. Many of us will have the opportunity to dine with family and friends for a special once-a-year meal. Many look forward to this event with anticipation – some with dread. And I confess, in my life I have approached this holiday with both mindsets. I have seen the ...
Views: 169 - Harry Potter and the Mysterious Aging Process - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2011 from Sally MarksI have a confession to make. I love Harry Potter. I’ve read all of the books and watched all the movies. However, while sitting through the Deathly Hallows Part II, I noticed something disturbing regarding the aging process. It wasn’t the final scene where the Gryffindor trio of Harry, Ron and ...
Views: 215 - Opening Up To Happiness - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2011 from Sally MarksI woke up today feeling stronger, younger and more alert. This may not seem like news to you, but anyone who has seen me in the morning (prior to my infusion of coffee) would find this a minor miracle. The difference is I had a rolfing session yesterday and the invigorating effects spilled over ...
Views: 164 - Overcoming my past as Despicable Me - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Sally MarksI used to be a smart aleck. I suppose if there were a “Smart Assoholics” group I would have considered attending, but I never mustered the courage to look into it. Can you imagine calling and asking someone, “Can you tell me when the Smart Assoholics Group meets?” The members would either ...
Views: 176 - An Indendence Day from Guilt - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Sally MarksToday is the 4th of July, or Independence Day in the USA. One of my favorite phrases in the Declaration of Independence is: “Life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.” I am not alone in my admiration. Wikipedia states this line is considered by some as one of most well crafted, influential ...
Views: 180(4 votes) - Learning from a Dumb Bunny - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Sally MarksI have heard the expression “Dumb Bunny” used for years. Our pet rabbit does not appreciate this term. Tinkles is a sensitive creature and a tad grouchy. I don’t want to upset him so I try not to use the “dumb bunny” idiom. In fact, our pet is not only a smart little hopper, he was a catalyst ...
Views: 175(4 votes) - I Need to Get Out More Often - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Sally MarksI need to get out more often. I’m a social animal, but it seems like I spend more time with my computer than among the living. That is why it was a treat to come to Red Bluff, California over the recent Memorial Day holiday. I launched my Northern California book tour and Red Bluff was my ...
Views: 156(3 votes) - Whine or Build a Bridge toward Happiness - by Submitted on May 03, 2011 from Sally MarksI was recently at a meeting where George Nakamura quoted a story by Buddhist Leader and Author Daisaku Ikeda. In this story, Ikeda asked the audience to imagine their biggest dream or heart’s desire was within reach. However, there was a catch. Separating them from the dream is a big river and ...
Views: 178(2 votes) - The Pain in Spain Falls Mainly in the Computer - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Sally MarksI had to follow my own advice the other day. A hacker figured out my password and sent emails to dozens of my contacts asking for money. Apparently the email described that I was off in Spain, lost my wallet and needed $3,000. I contacted yahoo, changed my password and have been responding to ...
Views: 222(1 vote) - Erase Negativity by Learning from the Story of the Ham - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2011 from Sally MarksHave you attempted to break family patterns (like improving yourself by going to college) and met with resistance? Perhaps you developed an innovative approach to solve a problem at work only to be told “That’s not how we do things here.” If so, don’t despair. Here is a little story in honor of ...
Views: 294(2 votes) - Imagine Happiness for Fun and Success - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2011 from Sally MarksWhen I was a little girl I loved to play “pretend.” I imagined lots of different scenarios from being the first female baseball player for the Chicago Cubs to flying like Superman. I had a friend, Teresa, who would pretend with me. We also put on little performances. I only have a vague ...
Views: 260(2 votes) - Moving Past Negativity and Hopping into Happiness - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2011 from Sally MarksMy spouse, CB, and I watched a mama bunny prepare a nest for her soon-to-be babies. It was fascinating to watch the cotton tail hop back and forth and bring twigs into the borough she prepared. Afterward she removed little rocks and sifted through the dirt to prepare the abode for her new ...
Views: 261(1 vote) - I Want A Do Over! - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2010 from Sally MarksDo you remember when you were young, made a mistake in a game and asked for “do overs?” That’s what it felt like when I recently listened to an interview I had on The Author’s Show, http://www.theauthorsshow.com/ I knew this particular interview had a broader audience than my past ...
Views: 402 - Erasing Environmental Negativity - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Sally MarksI enjoy traveling, seeing new sights and soaking up the culture of other places. I recently had the opportunity to live and work in the Pacific Northwest for six weeks. The Washington coast could not be more different than the Arizona desert I’ve known and lived for most of my life. Yet, when ...
Views: 365(4 votes) - Why Aren't the Christians in Church? - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2010 from Sally MarksSomeone sent me this joke and I saved it. I’m printing it as a topic for this self growth article. Squirrels had overrun three churches in town. After much prayer, the elders of the first church determined that the animals were predestined to be there. "Who are we to interfere with God's ...
Views: 362(3 votes) - Casa Bonka - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2010 from Sally MarksI recently went on a road trip along the Pacific Coast. I was awed by the majestic Redwoods that stood like proud titans protecting our nation’s sacred lands and wildlife. While driving along the highway with towering trees on either side of the road, CB, my nature-loving spouse, remarked it ...
Views: 410(1 vote) - Invisibly Obvious - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2010 from Sally MarksHave you ever looked for something only to find out it was right in front of you the whole time? It amazes me how things can be so elusive, yet so obvious. I had yet another example of this phenomenon when a friend was helping me with the manuscript of my book. I have looked through this ...
Views: 416(2 votes) - How Can You Embrace the Magic Within? - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2010 from Sally MarksIn a recent interview I was asked, “What can people do to embrace the magic within?” Embrace the Magic Within is the subtitle of my book. I’ll be honest, I wasn’t expecting this question (I’m new at being on the receiving end of an interview after all!) The short response is the two main ...
Views: 650(1 vote) - Learn How To Be A Hero - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2010 from Sally MarksI love movies. I not only enjoy the spectacle, the humor, drama and music, I find it satisfying to absorb the moral of the story through the comfort of a cushy seat in an air conditioned theater. Movies, like sports, give you the chance to root, root, root for the home team, without ...
Views: 629(1 vote) - A Jolt of Joy - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2010 from Sally MarksI was recently interviewed on World Talk Radio, American Dreams: The Sky is the Limit. I had not been feeling that well earlier in the day, and I also had some concerns about the phone working properly. However, once I started chatting with the hosts, Jin Robertson and her daughter, ...
Views: 528(1 vote) - Generating Laser Beams of Love - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Sally MarksThroughout my life I have heard, read and studied about the importance of becoming a warm and loving human being. Below is one of my favorite quotes. "More valuable than treasures in a storehouse are treasures of the body, and the treasures of the heart are the most valuable of all. Strive ...
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