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- 9 Lessons from 2009 – A Year In Review - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2009 from James LeGrandIn 2009, we’ve seen some extraordinary events and were dealt some harsh pills to swallow. We’ve experienced great hope and happiness as well as great pain and suffering. We’ve felt the highs of hope and the results of recession. There are many lessons to learn. In honor of 2009 beginning ...
Views: 4You must read the article to rate it. - Crazy Parents - Crazy Children - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2009 from Willie HortonThe vast majority of people raising children are ill equipped for the job. Now, we all know the general comments like “How come they don’t teach you about this at school?” or “Why is there no training to be a parent?” But that’s not what I’m talking about. Those of us who are ...
Views: 7(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - How To Get The Most From Personal Relationships - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2009 from kenneth smallWe are all guilty of taking things for granted. Perhaps the thing we take for granted most of all are our personal relationships. However, very rarely do we stop to think about the processes involved in forming personal relationships. The reason why we should, is because personal relationships ...
Views: 7You must read the article to rate it. - Marry YourSelf First: The 13 Most Important Questions for Your Best Life - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2009 from Ken DonaldsonHere’s something everyone can relate to: Your Car. That wonderful and amazing piece of technology that takes you from one place to another… usually without any difficulty. And what is one big element the car relies on to get you there? The tires…those round rubber donuts which ...
Views: 9(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - A Gratitude-Filled Thanksgiving helps Create a Better Tomorrow - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2009 from Pat HeydlauffWhat are you grateful for this year? Have you taken time to think about and be thankful for all the positive things that have happened in the last 12 months? Or, have you been busy just trying to survive and focusing on the negative, creating your own world of more stress. When you pursue this line ...
Views: 5(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Power of Unlearning or Getting Back to Ground Zero - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2009 from Cheryl HitchcockThere are two absolutely amazing fits a child manages in the first two years of her life. One is learning to walk. The other one is learning to talk. They acquire both of these skills seemingly effortlessly. Somewhere between all the other activities - eating, crying, soiling diapers, shacking ...
Views: 4(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - An Athletes Inner Conflict With Lifestyle Changes - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2009 from Thomas StewartHere is the story about an Olympic level athlete who is training as usual for world competition, which they do all those years between the Olympic competitions. She can be of any event because that doesn’t matter in this story. They all must train diligently in focused sometimes-painful ...
Views: 11(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Breaking Your Trust vs. Almost Breaking Your Trust: The Adam & Eve Story - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2009 from Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionQuestion: Why didn't God prevent Adam and Eve from eating the forbidden fruit? Answer: I will have to answer this question in assumption, something I rarely do, because we often waste precious time when we speculate about things we don't know. To know every "why" and "how" would make us God. ...
Views: 18(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Life is Downstream - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Carrie FlehartyI have a picture on my desk that was given to me by a friend. It is a close-up of a stream in Sedona, Arizona and in it is the rush of the water and a few rocks. Obviously when I look at it, I can almost hear the water and see the white of the stream as it flows downstream. When I get upset or ...
Views: 20(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - How To Double Your Reading Speed In Under 60 Seconds - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Daniel HerznerDoes learning how to speed read really have to be a painful process? There's got to be a better way to increase your reading speed rather than buying expensive speed reading courses and spending endless hours studying and practicing speed reading techniques. Well, you can now double your reading ...
Views: 19(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - GrayBeard, Dinosaurs, And Good Grooming - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Ted CiubaIt was just one of those little things that happen at a good meal. Comments—you know, we all share them. It really didn't mean anything, other than the fact that it did give me a moment to think. I was having lunch with a very, very close female friend and we've kind of, as they say, grown old ...
Views: 13(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Peak Performers Pursue Problems Practically - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2009 from James LeGrandThe difference between a peak performer and a poor performer is what they each think about. If you know the secrets of a peak performers thought process, you can duplicate their process, and thus their results. So, how do peak performers perceive the problems in their lives? Here is a ...
Views: 14(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Those Are Fighting Words - Now What - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Kim AdesIt's the end of another great day in the world of real estate. You held a contract together despite the home inspection results, while maintaining your commission. You listed two sellable properties. You enjoyed three hours of and managing those leads. You are standing in the kitchen whipping up ...
Views: 15(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Record Breaking Memory Tips You’ll Never Want To Forget - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Marie O'RiordanHow frustrated have you felt when you’ve forgotten something or somebody’s name? Texan, Ron White, officially has one of the best memories on the Planet and he would tell you right this instant to ‘stop saying you have a terrible memory!’ In an exclusive face-to-face interview at Life ...
Views: 21(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - What We Can Learn From Children - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from Mary OwensHave you ever watched a child? There is a lot that an adult can learn from a child. As adults, it is easy to let everyday occurrences dictate how we feel. We tend to hang on to the emotion of the event we have experienced. Say for instance, you and a friend are going to lunch. As you are going ...
Views: 21(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Are You Living On Purpose (Issue 5) - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from Darshan ShantiWe've reached the half-way point in this series about living on purpose. We've talked about how short and unpredictable life is. We've talked about how to find your purpose. We've talked about using pain and pleasure to motivate you into action. And we've talked about how to get beyond ...
Views: 13You must read the article to rate it. - Are You Living On Purpose (Issue 4) - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from Darshan ShantiIn this issue, I am going to be talking about how to get beyond the fears that stop you from living on purpose. I believe that what stops most people from living on purpose is FEAR. Whether it is a fear of success or a fear of failure or a fear of rejection or a fear of the unknown, it ...
Views: 14(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Are You Living On Purpose (Issue 3) - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from Darshan ShantiHave you found what you're truly passionate about? If not, have you at least taken steps in that direction? If you haven't, this issue will support you in doing that and getting at least one step closer to living the life of your dreams and living on purpose. When I think about my ...
Views: 15(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Are You Living On Purpose (Issue 2) - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from Darshan ShantiIn the last issue, I asked 6 very important questions to help you to start to live on purpose. They were: 1. What's your purpose? 2. What dreams are still inside you? 3. What do you want to do with your life, but have never done? 4. What would bring you a ton of joy and ...
Views: 12You must read the article to rate it. - Quick and Simple Conflict Resolution Tips - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from Toya JervayIn all of our team relationships, we know and expect that there will be conflicts to work through. Conflicts are normal and a natural part of everyone’s life. They are the simple disputes and disagreements that occur between us all. Most of the time we think of conflict as negative, but ...
Views: 17(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Are You Living On Purpose (Issue 1) - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from Darshan ShantiAre you living on purpose? That is, are you doing what you want to do? Are you going for your dream? Or are you making excuses, living a life that is far less than you desire? The following series of articles is going to help you to get clear about what you want, why you want it and where ...
Views: 14You must read the article to rate it. - Christ's Sacrifice: What Is Salvation? Why Did Jesus Have to Die to Save Us? From What Are We Saved? - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2009 from Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionWhat is salvation? Why did Jesus Christ have to die in order to save us? And from what are we actually saved? Answers to these questions are the foundations of the Christian faith, and our eternal destiny entirely lies in knowing the answers. First off, it is necessary to read the Old Testament, ...
Views: 20(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - The Accumulation Of Riches And The Human Life Cycle - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from Ted CiubaHere's a moment of insight, while it's actually happening, into the life of an author. I am reading my Spanish translation of The NEW Think and Grow Rich. They call it El Nuevo Piense y Hágase Rico. And I come across this line, "La acumulación de dinero no puede dejarlo al azar, a la buena ...
Views: 2You must read the article to rate it. - The Most Important Test is Pass/Fail - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from June Werdlow RogersTo some, it may have seemed to just be a conversation about a really cute orange or red or pink teddy bear. Oops, I sound like a dude – okay I’ll go with coral. Honestly, the bear was so striking that it was the thing I first noticed about the guy in the lobby of the military base store who ...
Views: 27(4 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Location, Location, Location - expectation and experience. - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from Jake TuschinskiI find my expectations around the taste and quality of wine vary depending on my surroundings or the location. Location can mean any number of places: countries, regions, large or small wineries, family-owned wineries, in a restaurant or at home. Some of my favorite and most memorable ...
Views: 23(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Pool Closing Instructions for In-Ground Pools - Step-By-Step Guide - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from Linda GordonAs the end of the swimming season draws near, it's time to think about preparing your in-ground swimming pool for the winter. If you don't close your pool properly at the end of the summer, it can become damaged by harsh winter weather and your spring opening can be complicated by dirty water, ...
Views: 21You must read the article to rate it. - A Guide To Overcoming Shyness And Inhibitions - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from kenneth smallWe have all heard of the phrase ‘to stand out from the crowd’ . If you are looking to land that job you have been after or impress some one on a date then it is quite useful to be able to ‘stand out from the crowd’. If you have ever found yourself overlooked for opportunities when other ...
Views: 52(5 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Chronic Disorganization - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from A.J. MillerThe National Study Group on Chronic Disorganization (NSGCD) defines Chronic Disorganization (CD) as “…having a past history of disorganization in which self-help efforts to change have failed, an undermining of current quality of life due to disorganization and the expectation of future ...
Views: 19You must read the article to rate it. - Dust, vacuum...create? - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Danielle RaineThe results of housework are all too fleeting. You spend your time performing boring tasks and before long, they need doing again. There’s not much scope for any earth-shattering achievements, right? Wrong! A surprising side-effect of monotonous jobs is the activation of your creative mind. ...
Views: 19(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Weight Loss Journeys - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Elicia FaulApril 3rd Today is a good day. I didn't run this morning or even jog. I'm still in my jammas more or less and I wont tell you what time it is. I've been an emotional wreck more times than I can count on one hand. And I've had blackberry pie for two meals with whip cream (a person needs their ...
Views: 23You must read the article to rate it. - Political correctness or a culture of fear? - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2009 from Maria KuroshchepovaA close friend was recently fired from her job at a major corporation. Someone working under her had reported her to higher management for racially inappropriate remarks, after my friend casually mentioned that she was a second white person to move into her neighborhood. That last fact is a matter ...
Views: 5You must read the article to rate it. - Why Do We Suffer? Are You Suffering? Then You May Need to Rejoice! - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionWhy do people have to suffer? Do some people simply have bad luck or is there a good reason why we suffer? Why do we all get sick, grow old, and die? And is all suffering really bad, or is it actually a blessing in disguise, somehow? Here, I will outline some of the reasons why we suffer: • ...
Views: 22(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Dealing with Criticism - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2009 from Stanley HibbsNo one likes to be criticized. I wish I could avoid it completely, but that’s not the way life works. I have spent many an hour listening to clients complain about the criticism they receive from parents, spouses, and bosses. They clearly need my empathy and understanding and perhaps ...
Views: 13(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Odor Control Products for Your Home - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from Eric KampelOdor control products for your home help reduce all unpleasant smell and bring a fresh, tantalizing fragrance to your home interiors. They are the best means to avoid various household odors such as pet odor, carpet odor, toilet odor and more. Make Your Home More Welcoming with Suitable Odor ...
Views: 22(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Don't Eat Crap and Die (The Sobering Facts about Street Drugs) - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2009 from June Werdlow RogersIf you looked at a product label and it included ingredients like feces, or poison would you readily ingest it? Well, if you decide to use illegal drugs like cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine or even marijuana some nasty and toxic stuff can get into your body. Unlike the FDA approved products with ...
Views: 23You must read the article to rate it. - The Coaches on the Edge Demand a Day Off. Thank You Very Much. - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2009 from elizabeth cassidy & Laurie Lawson Coaches on the Edgeelizabeth: I want a day off. I am sitting here typing these words but inside my little head I am complaining in a rather whiny, pissed off, juvenile voice that I want the day off. I want to be given the day off without guilt. For the last 2 years, I have been telling myself that if I take a day my ...
Views: 26You must read the article to rate it. - Ten tips from Coaches on the Edge to Save your Sanity while Working at Home - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2009 from elizabeth cassidy & Laurie Lawson Coaches on the Edgeelizabeth: Number One with a bullet: For the love of God and everything we hold dear in this world, do not, I repeat, do not buy sweat pants for comfort while working. You can be just as brilliant in your own damn trousers! I fell under the spell of “well, they are kind of cool black sweats and I ...
Views: 25You must read the article to rate it. - Scaredy Cat! Scaredy Cat! - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2009 from Liam O'SullivanScaredy cat, scaredy cat! Jeez phobias are great craic aren’t they? There’s yer man, could fight the whole pub but scared of spiders. And yer wan runs out of the house at the sight of a wasp. That boy there can’t go to visit his own grandchildren cos he’s scared to fly. Birds, dogs, ...
Views: 25(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - An Ordinary Day - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2009 from Fireflies TeamNothing seemed out of the ordinary on that warm day. Glynn Birch and his family loved to entertain, and his yard was full that day. Cousins abounded and little Courtney Birch triumphed in keeping up with the "big kids." He was not quite 2 years old but he didn't want to miss out on any excitement. ...
Views: 20(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - 8 Tips For Coping With Teens - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2009 from Margo BastosAs they say... Been there, Done that! I have two wonderful adult kids (in their '20's), and enjoy them immensely. But it wasn't always a smooth road to get through the teen years - we all had our bumpy moments... Here are some things that helped me: Always remember that adolescent ...
Views: 32(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Staying Positive - Useful Advice on Staying Positive Around Negative People - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2009 from Dean HopkinsOne of the most challenging things we can face sometimes, is staying positive when people around us are very negative. We all know that this is not easy to do...so here are 3 powerful ways for you to consider. Firstly, when it comes to other people, there are a couple of key things to keep in ...
Views: 25(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - How a Unique Way of Looking at Your Personal Relationships can Change Your Life - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2009 from Dean HopkinsWe so often go through life without recognising the significance of the personal relationships in our lives. Very often it is only with hindsight that we are able to see what they really meant to us. More surprisingly is the concept that some of the perceived negative things people do or say to ...
Views: 31(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Contraction Won't Quench Your Thirst - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Tambra HarckCan you feel it? There are so many people contracting out of fear and worry. Tightening their wallets, and their muscles. Closing their minds so that only what's already in there can inform. As if we've taken one massive, collective inhale. Then stopped right there in the middle of ...
Views: 26(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - 5 Lessons We Can Learn from Michael Jackson - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsYesterday was a day I will probably remember for the rest of my life. I had the very special privilege of attending the beloved King of Pop, Michael Jackson's memorial service. Approximately 1 billion people all over the world watched as we bid farewell to the greatest entertainer the world has ...
Views: 24(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Don't Forget to Ask - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Joshua AragonHow many times have you decided against something or talked yourself out of doing something for fear of being turned down? How many of those times have you actually taken the step forward to ask before assuming you already know the response? I can remember countless times that I have let the ...
Views: 30(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Happiness - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowThe art of finding enjoyment in the present, feeling fine and having that special kind of glow that comes along with smiling eyes, a happy heart and true love and passion for the moment. Does it come automatically? Absolutely not. Can it increase your daily awareness and reap more positive ...
Views: 30(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Exposing Yourself - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2009 from Lisa BoussonWhen we’re in our teens, and then throughout our lives, we often attempt to portrait ourselves as someone we are not. Of course, we act in a manner in which we believe others will find appealing. Whether we dress our best to appear more financially abundant than we actually are, or maybe we cover ...
Views: 27(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - How To Break Your Limiting Beliefs - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2009 from Jean-Paul CortesImagine that you believe that you won't be successful because you weren't fortunate enough to get into the school of your dreams. Without a doubt this thought, if left unchecked, will end up ruling your mind, your decisions, goals, aspirations and behavior. False beliefs without a doubt, hinder ...
Views: 21(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Real Life Questions - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Seun KilankoThis post will be trashing out issues on how you and I have been living our lives, how we are living our lives and how we should continue to live our lives. Life is good for those who know the pathway. I must note here, however, that a good or successful life is not based on the amount of riches ...
Views: 23(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Who Runs YOUR Life, Your Ego or Your Soul? - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Carolyn Shannon"When God takes something from your grasp, It is not to punish you, it is merely opening your hands to receive something better." 'The will of God will never take you where the Grace of God will not protect you.' Have you ever noticed that our Ego often chooses to perceive this differently? ...
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