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Many people feel that striking a good balance between their work responsibilities and their personal lives is an essential factor in living a whole and healthy life.
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- ***Values, Life Purpose, and New Year's Resolutions - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2009 from Kamila HarkavySoon people will be writing out their New Year's Resolutions for 2009 or at least thinking about the New Year. People will be thinking of what they want, what they want to be different and better, and what they think they could do differently to better bring about the life or circumstances they ...
Views: 23(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Your Power Living Life List (PLLL): How to Start - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Bryan BecksteadOver the past 30 plus years, I have had the privilege of working with a great many people from all walks of life. Despite the wide range of demographics I could categorize them all by saying every one of them would have benefited from establishing their own PLLL. Life is a journey, not unlike ...
Views: 10(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - LADIES TAKE CONTROL OVER YOUR LIFE! - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2009 from Nina BagnallLadies there has never been a better time to take control over this chapter of your lives. Yes, I’m talking to you, the mature lady 50 and over! Personally, I think it’s important to have routine, something that makes us feel comfortable on a daily basis, in the knowledge, that what we are ...
Views: 14You must read the article to rate it. - Put Work-Life Balance in Your Life for Your Business - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Shiera O'BrienMaking an impact on the quality of your life is about creating levels of energy that allow you to achieve that work/life balance we all seek. It means taking care of all of you; your body, mind and spirit. Here is a reminder of some energisers for the body, mind and spirit, if put into practice, ...
Views: 35(6 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Living With A Serial Killer - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Liam O'SullivanIf a convicted serial killer moved in next door – would you choose to invite them round every day, feed them, ask them to stay over or even move in? Of course not! But many of us, every single day, live with the biggest serial killer the modern world has known – STRESS. We have invited it in ...
Views: 21(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Keep the Teachers Happy - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Paul BuchananMy mom is an elementary school teacher. Her schedule is always slammed and I never understood why! Apparently a lot more goes into the job than just her performance in the classroom. She brings home stacks of papers to check and has lesson plans to write and dissect. Doesn’t it seem like such an ...
Views: 18You must read the article to rate it. - S.E.L.F.: a "Science of Consciousness" approach! - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2009 from Carlo MonsantoS.E.L.F. or “Self-Explore and Learn through Feedback” is a complete system for awareness-raising, transformation, self-healing and for raising human potential. Its operation is based on a new “Science of Consciousness” paradigm that utilizes theories and practices that regard the ...
Views: 44(4 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Too busy for housework? How & why to get some breathing space in your life... - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2009 from Danielle RaineKeeping our homes and feeding our families are innate human habits. And, thanks to today’s mod cons, this domestic stuff has never been easier. Why, then, do we still struggle to find the time for it? One answer lies in the position of housework on our to-do lists, (ie not very high.) But ...
Views: 23(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - How sweet is your home? - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2009 from Danielle RaineAs a race, we humans have always had self-maintenance work to do. It’s part of survival. If you’re alive, it goes with the territory. So why, with all the modern advancements at our disposal, do we struggle to find the time for this primitive and basic care-work - looking after our homes and ...
Views: 24(1 vote)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. - Taming The Technostress - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Eileen McDarghLast week, my big desktop PC crashed, my laptop got the "blue screen: of death". The refrigerator croaked, and the toaster oven went the heaven. My I-phone decided to stop receiving e-mail and the dashboard in my car kept erroneously sending warning messages. It wasn't even a full moon! As ...
Views: 25(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Finding Work-Life Balance in the New Year - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Phil MonteroAt this time of year I often find myself thinking that I didn't spend as much time with my family and friends as I would have liked. It's just so easy to get caught up in the day to day hustle of things that need to be done. You may be feeling the same way: you were so busy with meetings, email, ...
Views: 23(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Smartphones and Work Life Balance - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Phil MonteroIn my experience when it comes to smartphones and work/life balance I think a lot of the pros/cons are about how a person uses a tool such as this. Like any technology you have to know when to turn it off and setup personal guidelines for how to use it. These communication guidelines should be ...
Views: 31(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Vacations - Time off for Balance, Health and Productivity - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2009 from Marjorie GeiserIf you own your own business, you may often put off taking any real time off to just relax and unwind and rejuvenate. You imagine ‘someday’ being able to take a vacation, but the thought of doing it now only creates more stress. How can you go away when there is so much to do? If you take time ...
Views: 21(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Slowing Down, an excerpt from "Being Here, Modern Day Tales of Enlightenment" - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2009 from Ariel and Shya KaneIt was a cold sunny day in New Jersey and the first thin layers of ice were forming on our pond. We were scheduled to go to Pilates that day, our private exercise class with a trainer, but we liked doing some cardio workout first. Usually, weather permitting, we would take a walk through town ...
Views: 34(4 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - De-cluttering Your Life: Get Rid of the Distractions and Find More Time - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2009 from Linda PucciFor people who struggle with time management, clutter reduction is often the first step to having more time in your life. When you simplify your environment and organize your life, it makes tasks go more smoothly, and helps you make the most of your limited time. For me a lack of clutter is ...
Views: 34(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - The Balance of Being Human - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThere are precious few of us humans — and most likely none — who are all good or all bad. Mostly we bumble around doing good things sometimes and naughty things other times, feeling just about as human as we are. According to researchers at Northwestern University, there's a good reason for ...
Views: 27(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Why Long Term Stress Is So Damaging - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2009 from Royane RealToday many of us are facing a lot of physical and emotional stress. When we don’t have good ways to deal with all this stress, it can end up hurting us in many ways, physical and mental. If we live with too much stress for too long, it can start to overwhelm us mentally and too much stress can ...
Views: 31(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - "Networking to create money or working for Net?" - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2009 from SCOTT LIFERSeptember 25th, 2009’ “Networking to create money or working for Net?” Simply put, our schools and their curriculums will no longer be viable for this mega information era we are in with the internet, social media and network marketing taking over as our medium of exchange. In the ...
Views: 37(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Five 30-Second Emotional-Spiritual Techniques to De-Stress at Work - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2009 from Jonathan HuieTo reduce the effects of stress in the workplace, take an emotional and spiritual, as well as a physical break, at least every two hours, preferably every hour. Here are five de-stressors you can do in thirty seconds each... 1. Stretch your hands, arms, and shoulders. In addition to unwinding ...
Views: 45(4 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Totally connected ...but are we in touch? - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2009 from Ed DrozdaDid you know that: · Cell Phone usage in the US has increased from 34 million to 203 million in the last ten years · A 2004 MIT survey said that cell phones were ranked as the one invention that people hate the most, but can’t live without. It beat out the alarm clock and the television! ...
Views: 35(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Attract Money Into Your Life! - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsA recent New York Times article wrote that psychics and astrologers are seeing a boom in their business as people flock to them to answer questions about their finances. But, there is a better way to attract money and it begins in your home and office. There are definite steps to take to keep ...
Views: 33(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - What is your Favorite Everyday Retreat? - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from Marie KirklandA few years ago, I participated in a retreat that up until that time was one of the most soul fulfilling journeys that I could consciously remember experiencing. The center itself was nestled in the warmth of nature, miles away from the busyness of life. And although, it was located in North ...
Views: 18You must read the article to rate it. - Law of Attraction - Loving the Busy Life! - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from Maria MeinersOne of the complaints of modern day living is that life is just so dang busy! And while some people thrive on this kind of lifestyle, others find themselves drained, overwhelmed and frustrated by it all. So what can you do about it? Manifesting with the Law of Attraction gives you a way to ...
Views: 20(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Connect to Your Core - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIn these challenging times, we all need to stay flexible around a stable core. What does that mean? That you may have to enter a whole new field, develop new skills, or live in a different way. But there is a core that doesn’t change, a “youness” that will remain no matter how much and how ...
Views: 31(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Is Your Business Worth Dying For? - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2009 from Lorraine PirihiIt's amazing to see so many people who are prepared to sacrifice their lives for the sake of their business. I'm sure you know of someone like that. They get up at the crack of dawn, drag their weary bodies out of the house and head off for another rollercoaster ride at work. Ten or twelve hours ...
Views: 23(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Journey through Life with “New Eyes” - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2009 from Marcus PadulchickFor many the word journey conjures up unrestrained emotions and grand visions. It stirs up images of exotic locations, faraway places, or tropical locations. The idea of climbing the Himalayas or sailing down the Amazon River brings a sense of excitement anticipation, and adventure. Yet you can ...
Views: 36(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - The Balancing Act - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2009 from Marsha EganTimes are tough. Businesses are faltering, families are struggling, employees are paranoid. All this stress lays the groundwork for a real problem with balance—life balance. As business leaders work 18 to 20 hours a day to save their businesses and workers address their fears of possible ...
Views: 17You must read the article to rate it. - Why Clutter Happens - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2009 from A.J. Miller"You can't fix it if you don't know what's broken." That expression is particularly fitting if you're trying to get or stay organized. Looking for a remedy for your clutter before you know its cause is a prescription for failure. In order to overcome clutter and create a system and solutions ...
Views: 41(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Creating The Life You Want - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2009 from A.J. MillerGetting organized isn't just about cleaning up the clutter or managing your time better. It's about creating the life you want. This is an important concept to understand because many people don't understand what being organized is truly about. And because they don't truly understand they have a ...
Views: 42(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Coaches on the Edge ask: It’s 10 PM. Do you know where your funny bone is? - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2009 from elizabeth cassidy & Laurie Lawson Coaches on the Edgeelizabeth: As a life coach, I do ask my clients if they are open minded enough to ask the universe questions before they go to sleep at night. I tell them at night their brains are quieter and the grey matter can regroup and consider their requests. Throw in a little intuitive dance and with ...
Views: 46(4 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Getting Organized is an Attainable Goal - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2009 from A.J. MillerYou've finally decided that you can't stand the clutter and chaos any more. So, what do you do now? If you're like most people in this situation, you probably just dive in hoping to get control of the problem without giving any real thought to what you're doing. You start off optimistically and ...
Views: 48(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Getting Organized is Worth the Effort - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2009 from A.J. MillerWhether you're mildly or wildly disorganized, if you want to get organized one thing is probably true: you don't want it to take you the rest of your life. And that's the way it should be because getting organized is, after all, just a means to an end. The end or goal is having more time to spend ...
Views: 41(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Focus - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2009 from Intent.com Authors“The key to success is to focus our conscious mind on things we desire not things we fear.” ~ Brian Tracy I tend to pay attention when things show up in patterns or repeating themes. Last Friday, my friend, social media marketing maven, George Kao made a comment on one of my posts by ...
Views: 33(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Why Is It So Hard to Get Organized? - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2009 from A.J. MillerGetting organized is one of the most popular New Year's resolutions made by people every year. But what does it actually mean to get or be "organized"? Here's my definition: Being organized is about being able to get everything done when it is due and finding everything you need when you need ...
Views: 42(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - The Secrets to Success in Your personal Development - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2009 from Frank O'TooleImagine being able to conduct your life in order to reach potentials beyond any expectations you may ever have had. But where do you start? How do you do this? The truth is that you need to learn how important your own thinking is in order to achieve your true potential and beyond. I know that ...
Views: 36(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Economic Woes, War and Calamity Forecast: Impending Timelines of Current Events and Scripture - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2009 from Dr. Richard Ruhling“Banks will close, currency will change, what happened last fall was a shadow of what’s coming,” says Dr. Richard Ruhling, author on current events and Bible prophecy, noting that when the U.S. Senate met to approve a $760 billion bailout, the new moon on October 1 signaled the Feast of ...
Views: 37(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Tipping the life-work balance - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2009 from Awakening Potentials Inc Drs Tony and MarcelleLife gets crazy, doesn’t it? It’s so easy to be overwhelmed by your goals – wanting to reach a state of perfection – that things start spinning in circles around your head. This happens to me sometimes (even though I know it’s crazy to expect so much) and momentum can be a hard thing ...
Views: 45(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - The Journey of a life time to your Self Discovery Working from Home - Know for Yourself... - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2009 from Christine MillsThe amazing journey of your self discovery An explosive growth 'the information age' of the new era. Are you looking for freedom, your inner freedom - escaping the cage of your mundane lifestyle. Do you have a sense of not belonging, not knowing who you really are, unfulfilling ...
Views: 47(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Eating for Profit - How Food Impacts Your Bottom Line - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from Anastasia NetriI must confess that I was teaching what I'm about to share before I practiced it myself. As they say, "teach what you need to learn"; that was certainly true for me. I'm pleased now to share this with you from a place of real, bonafide experience. What I'm about to tell you has changed my life in a ...
Views: 48(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Life Balance: Can You Pass The Bacon Test? - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsLast weeks post honoring the memory of the amazing Jamie Dyer Dordek had many unexpected consequences. On the vibrant bright side, it was a comfort to her mother, brother, family members and friends. Here's what Jamie's Mom had to say. Hi Eli, This is Jamie's mom and your column today is ...
Views: 29You must read the article to rate it. - iPod Loss - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIn the continuing computer saga that has made up my last week or so, the piece-de-resistance came at the end of the week. It turns out there is no way to sync a computer to an iPod without downloading a special extracting program. My IT wizard did that and then, somehow, picked the wrong button to ...
Views: 28You must read the article to rate it. - Recognize What is Important in your Current Life Status - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from David JensenThere are three areas of your life that tend to have the strongest demand for your attention—personal, professional, and financial. Picture a pie chart featuring each of these categories. Ideally you would like to achieve a balance in these three areas; however, this type of life balance is rare ...
Views: 31You must read the article to rate it. - Workplace Issues Facing Women Today - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from Charmaine AugustinMany of the biggest workplace challenges facing women today still revolve around gender. Why do women still earn less than men holding the same job? Will the glass ceiling ever be reached or for that matter shattered? Is a balance between family and career attainable? What will it take to establish ...
Views: 51(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Detox Your Inbox! - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2009 from Hunter PhoenixWith Labor Day passed and September into full swing, many of us are once again busier than ever! When time is so precious, one of the biggest culprits and thieves seems always to be email. Do you remember when you first started using email….roughly. Or more to the point, do you remember a ...
Views: 37(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Quality of Life - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2009 from Chris FenwickToday I had a chance to read one of Rick Smyre’s articles, “Transforming the 20th Century Mind.”(http://www.communitiesofthefuture.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=130:transforming-the-20th-century-mind&catid=37:articles&Itemid=91) Just before reading this I watched President ...
Views: 29You must read the article to rate it. - Is Balance Really Like Perfection? - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsOver the last month or so, I've received questions submitted by readers and friends asking how I personally manage to find balance in my hectic schedule. The short answer: I'm not sure I ever have. In all honesty, I feel like true balance is much like true perfection: Never quite attainable...but ...
Views: 33(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Business as Usual... or the Breaking Point? - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2009 from Karel MurrayBusiness as Usual… or Breaking Point? By Karel Murray I had no idea how long two straight weeks on the road really was. It seemed like a great idea when I booked the five engagements in four different states. The travel itinerary flowed logically and I certainly did not want to disappoint ...
Views: 34You must read the article to rate it. - Ayurveda in everyday life - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from Marjo RautaojaAyurveda - ‘Ayu’ means life, and ‘veda’ means science or knowledge Ayurveda is a science of life thousands of years old. Its purpose is maintaining and enhancing heatlh and treating illness comprehensively. Ayurveda defines the body constitution according to the three doshas: vata, pitta ...
Views: 32You must read the article to rate it. - There Are NO Accidents! - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from dherbs dherbsIt is very common to hear today, especially from spiritual and esoteric/metaphysical individuals, that THERE ARE NO ACCIDENTS! Well, if this is true, how come people loosely use the word ("accident") all the time? Is it because they are unaware, unconscious? Well of course they are! Unconscious ...
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