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- Note to Self: The Universe Seeks to Find Balance - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2009 from Maia BerensYou know all the discomfort you feel when certain behavior needs to change – and you don’t change it? That’s because the Universe is essentially and innately balanced. So even as seemingly obscure a situation like coming out of denial on behavior that is not suitable to my current level of ...
Views: 10(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Magnetic Power Generator - Free Energy for Life - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2009 from Michael EdwardsI understand you may be skeptical of such a thing, and that it is too good to be true, but this is a reality. So how could you utilise the energy from a magnet? A magnet is something that has energy, yet doesn't require energy input. When you try to connect the same polls of a magnet together, ...
Views: 23You must read the article to rate it. - A Lesson in Persistence From a Jar of Jam - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2009 from Wendy Dashwood-QuickI was in the supermarket the other day looking for a particular brand of raspberry jam. Now, at first glance I couldn’t see it, but because I’m a stubborn so ‘n’ so I stood there and thought – “I’m not leaving until this jam turns up! No way!” So, I kept looking, and looking ...
Views: 14You must read the article to rate it. - Gone Camping - Fraser Island QLD - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2009 from Andrew galweyWhat is it which makes an otherwise sensible family leave a modern home in the suburbs with all its mod-cons and substitute it all for a canvas roof, leaky airbeds, camp stove and dig-your-own toilet? I guess there are many reasons depending upon the individual - all of the cliches; getting back ...
Views: 8You must read the article to rate it. - Discovering Ancient Egypt - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2009 from Kim ChambersIf you would prefer to spend most of your time learning about the history of Egypt then you will need to visit the city of Luxor. This historic city features around a third of all the monuments from the ancient world, it is an amazing place, truly fantastic and should be explored. Here are the ...
Views: 9You must read the article to rate it. - Being Highly Sensitive and being “Special” - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2009 from Antonis RemoundosIn 1996 Elaine Aron created the term “Highly Sensitive Person” or HSP to describe and study a big part of the population (and also higher animals) that has different ways to deal with stimuli, information, thoughts and emotions. This term is neither metaphysical nor spiritual, is very practical ...
Views: 32(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Clear Up Your Clutter! - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2009 from Hunter PhoenixDid you set any goals for this year? Are you well on your way to reaching them? One of the most common stumbling blocks I see as a coach is the culprit of clutter! So much time is spent on getting more; more stuff, more money, more time, more happiness. Yet seldom do we look at what we need to get ...
Views: 11You must read the article to rate it. - In San Francisco? Join Clary Sage Organics & EDUN March 26th for "Fairtrade in the Spring" - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsClary Sage Organics and EDUN have collaborated to bring about “Fairtrade in the Spring” -- a 2-week pop-up shop of EDUN and Nude’s Spring/Summer 2009 collection at Clary Sage Organics in San Francisco from March 26th to April 9th. On March 26th, the “Fairtrade in Spring” cocktail ...
Views: 9You must read the article to rate it. - Feeling Out of Balance? Create Balance with Feng Shui - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Pat HeydlauffAre you feeling out of balance, facing piles of unfinished projects, mounting financial indebtedness, or experiencing wellness issues that just won’t go away? If what you are doing to remedy these problems isn’t working, use Feng Shui principles to find balance and create new energy to attract ...
Views: 14You must read the article to rate it. - It Is Better To Be Transparent and Truthful - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWe do not live our lives truthfully. We show a different face to the different people we interact with in accordance with the expectations of the situation. We act differently with our parents, with our friends, with our bosses, with the gardener, our spouses, homeless people, etc. We have secret ...
Views: 11(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - How to Avoid Hurt Feelings - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsHas anyone ever said this to you: “Don’t be so sensitive. I was only kidding.” If so, did it change the way you felt? Chances are it didn’t because you had already taken the matter to heart,and it had already hurt your feelings. Needless to say, not every hurt feeling can be avoided, but ...
Views: 11You must read the article to rate it. - Clothes Make the Man – Is It True? - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Maia BerensClothes Make the Man – Is It True? Deserving Abundance I’ve been on a clear path towards allowing more and more abundance into my life in the form of loving people, things and money. What walks with that part of me on my journey here on Earth is deserving. And part of my feeling deserving is ...
Views: 7(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Why we all don’t have what we want - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2009 from Maia BerensWhy we all don’t have what we want Personal Growth for All I’ve been involved in the human potential movement or on a personal growth path for 30 years. When I started on my path I didn’t know I was on a path; I just knew I was in so much angst about my life and my body that I had to do ...
Views: 7(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Trash removal for healthy surrounding - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Guna seelanIf you are fed up the useless items that are piling up at your home, then this is the right time when you can hire the service of the trash removal company. This is for sure that you don’t want to attract various problems that arise from the collection of the unused items for a long period of ...
Views: 5You must read the article to rate it. - Waste Removal Made Easy - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Guna seelanTrash at home is a major area of concern for many of us. Even after a lot of measures taken by the government by planting trees for healthy environment, hazardous waste remains on the fore. This is a source of worry as it affects our immediate environment and occupies a lot of space too. This ...
Views: 4You must read the article to rate it. - Table Feng Shui: Create an Eating Space - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsFeng shui is the art of creating an optimal living space that is in harmony with its natural setting. Here's an exercise for you to try in the spirit of feng shui tradition: create an optimal eating space that is uncluttered enough to accomodate your eating mind. Clean off the table before you ...
Views: 5You must read the article to rate it. - Trash removal companies- a step towards saving the environment - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Guna seelanThere are times when your house gets cluttered up with unused stuff. It is possible that the stuff you find useless can be used by someone else or recycled to make something useful. Removing the trash from the house can be a pain in the neck and can take much of your time. If you wish to remove the ...
Views: 4You must read the article to rate it. - A Loving Connection with Nature - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsAccording to some environmental psychologists, children are happiest when they have access to nature—even if it is as slight as a view looking outside. Research proves that children with disabilities show an improvement in self-image and behavior when they are able to play in nature. In the ...
Views: 4You must read the article to rate it. - Why to hire trash removal companies - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Guna seelanThe overstuffing of the useless items in your home can prove to be dangerous for the environment of your home. In order to make your home free from the waste, you can hire the services of the trash removal company. There are numerous problems that would arise if you are not making efforts to make ...
Views: 4You must read the article to rate it. - Remove hazardous waste materials and avoid any form of damage - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Guna seelanHazardous waste materials that threaten living beings are used approximately on a daily basis by various businesses and even households. The waste produced through these materials are extremely harmful, thus should be handled with utmost care in order to prevent any damage to the human health, ...
Views: 4You must read the article to rate it. - Trash removal for healthy surrounding - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Guna seelanThere are several benefits of solid waste management and using it can control vermin that otherwise can spread harmful diseases. One can eliminate habitats for rodents as well as insects by disposing residential and commercial waste. These rodents and insects can create health risks, and wastes are ...
Views: 4You must read the article to rate it. - Recycling methods - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Guna seelanRecycling generally involves the processing of final products so that they become ready for another use. This method is becoming more and more relevant in the current scenario when waste management is the need of the hour. This is because of the fact that wastes of natural resources are taking ...
Views: 4You must read the article to rate it. - Significance of recycling - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Guna seelanIn today’s scenario, the significance of recycling is on a high rise. This is because more and more people have started realizing the cause of great concern that earth is getting depleted from its natural resources. So, it is imperative to adopt recycling methods so as to sustain a healthy ...
Views: 4You must read the article to rate it. - Things Are Not Always As They Seem - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThe other day I nearly crushed another human being. Driving down the road I met, in the middle of the lane coming towards me, a woman pushing a shopping trolley. The sidewalk was not to her liking, but antiquated Buicks offering imminent destruction around curves were, it seemed, much more her ...
Views: 6You must read the article to rate it. - West Highland White Terrier Facts - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraAnother beautifully cute pet that resembles a stuff toy is the West Highland White Terrier breed. This dog doesn't stand tall, according to statistics it usually grows to a maximum height of 11 inches. Not heavy either, weighing only 15 to 20 pounds. It has a double coat, where the outer coat is ...
Views: 6You must read the article to rate it. - Our Invisible Safety Net -- Will It Hold Us Up? - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsAmerica's safety net is fraying, and that's a problem, because it was an invisible net to begin with. The issue of safety nets isolates us in the world. We don't like to think that we are a cruel, careless, or reckless country. Yet consider how others see us. The United States isn't getting any ...
Views: 5You must read the article to rate it. - Passive Aggressive Behavior: Claiming Our Feelings - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIf you've ever found yourself repressing your anger and behaving in other ways to get your point across, you may be someone who is adept at engaging in passive-aggressive behavior. Although passive-aggressive behavior is recognized as a psychological disorder, it also describes the behavior that ...
Views: 8You must read the article to rate it. - Consumerism vs. Materialism - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsDespite the failing economy, or perhaps because of it, much is being made these days about the perils and pitfalls of our consumer society. We rue what we can’t have or what we’ve lost when things go sour; when everything’s rosy, it’s easy to ignore our bad habits. There is a bit of the ...
Views: 7(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Where to Scout for Free Stuff - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsAs we celebrate the first week of spring, many of us are taking time to renew our resolutions, relationships, appearance, routines and spirits. The idea of recycling (as in reusing) goods is the original cultural practice and dominate norm until roughly the last century when societal affluence ...
Views: 5You must read the article to rate it. - The Difference Between Western & Country Home Decor - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Heather LassetterWestern decor includes cowboy, horse, and even buffalo theme items. Western decor is not limited to the cowboy theme, even though it is extremely popular. Western decor can also include lodge or cabin decor. Cabin decor includes bear, moose, deer and elk design items, whereas, cabin decor includes ...
Views: 6You must read the article to rate it. - 5 Important Tips to Help You Talk to Your Spouse about Money - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Pamela LipeAre you and your spouse worried about what’s happening with your savings, your pension, your children’s college funds, or just staying employed? Do you find yourself fearful of your futures together? Do you find yourselves disagreeing with your partner about how to weather this financial ...
Views: 10(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Save Time & Lower Stress By Walking Away from a Frustrating Problem - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Alison KeroI am the owner of a company that helps busy professionals by offering errand running, personal assistance, professional organizing, time management training and relocation assistance. Yet, here I am the expert always learning from my client's experiences and my own. I love those lessons because ...
Views: 13You must read the article to rate it. - WHEN IT RAINS IT POURS - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Mama Donna Henes,It is raining. Pouring. Again! For weeks now it has rained just about every day. The entire Northeast is inundated with more rain than we can possibly deal with. In the best of times, precipitation is seen as beneficent, raining down life-sustaining liquids for our benefit. And then we are ...
Views: 6You must read the article to rate it. - Six Feng Shui Steps to a Healthy, Wealthy Office - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Ann Bingley GallopsImagine entering your office every day and saying, “It feels great in here!” Wouldn’t it be wonderful to feel inspired and ready to tackle whatever is on your plate for the day? As the economy continues to limp along, it’s more important than ever for your office to keep you feeling ...
Views: 17You must read the article to rate it. - Put the "BA" Back to Where It Belongs - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWhether we sit alone or sit together, we sit in the ba. “Ba” is Japanese for a circumstance of a shared space: “what I feel now is not in me, but in the ba” (1). Life is movement. There is no movement without friction. This friction you feel when you sit (meditatively) alone is the feel ...
Views: 10You must read the article to rate it. - Not Entirely Happy With Your Life? Well Answer This One Key Question - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsMom. Dad. Your spouse. Clergy. An ex. Your big brother. Who is in your head? And do you allow them there? Carefully watch the choices you make. Carefully watch the actions that you take. Are you certain you are living your own life? If you feel anything less than very happy with what ...
Views: 20You must read the article to rate it. - Renewing Yourself for Spring - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThough it may be a little hard to tell if you are living in Southern California like me, spring is definitely in the air. Longer days, kids spring break approaching, and more spring outfits (despite a cold spell!) are all signs of change. While there are many poetic notions of spring and renewal, ...
Views: 15You must read the article to rate it. - Lazy Altruism: 6 Super-Easy Ways to Do Good and Help Others - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsColor me cheesy, but President Obama’s call for action for more Americans volunteering their time inspired me to take volunteering more seriously. This is to me is hardly a matter of party loyalty, but simply a matter of principle: sitting back and riding on the coattails of other ordinary ...
Views: 16You must read the article to rate it. - Play! The Sanity Saver For Tough Times - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Eileen McDarghThe opposite of work is not play. It's depression. So states psychiatrist Stuart Brown in his new book, Play: How It Shapes The Brain, Opens The Imagination And Invigorates The Soul. Brown has conducted more than 6,000 play studies on what goes wrong when people do not play-studying everything ...
Views: 9(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Are you a Rogi, a Bogi or a Yogi? - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsMany years ago, when Ed was training in India, his yoga master suddenly turned to him and asked, "Are you a rogi, a bogi or a yogi?" Ed was stunned and confused, what is he saying? Isn't yoga all about love and goodness and happiness? Aren't yogi's people who never say or do anything wrong? ...
Views: 10You must read the article to rate it. - Don’t Work in a Goat’s Stomach - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWhen I was working in the nine-to-five world, there was a gentleman down the hall whose office inevitably looked like it had been stirred up with a stick: a desk loaded with piles of paper, dirty cups, takeout containers, a magic 8 ball, and a keyboard that looked like you’d be better offer ...
Views: 5You must read the article to rate it. - Saturday Night Lights: Celebrating Earth Hour - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsSure, it's only Tuesday. But, really, is it ever too early to start making weekend plans? This week, as you're thinking about what to do on Saturday night, remember that Earth Hour is observed on March 28 at 8:30 p.m. Taking part in this global event is easy: wherever you are at 8:30 -- regardless ...
Views: 8You must read the article to rate it. - Sacred Mountain: Protecting the Homes of Tribal People - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsI am always in awe when I hear about documentary filmmakers who bravely dedicate their limited time and resources to raise awareness on an unknown cause or give voice to those who are silenced. Below are the words from an individual who worked directly with the film production team of the ...
Views: 8You must read the article to rate it. - Brisbane And It's Many Changes - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Julie JohnsonBrisbane is a city all it's own. From it's laid-back attitude to it's subtropical climate and vegetation it is a distinct city. The River (Brisbane River) runs right through the city and leads to Moreton Bay. The curves of the river provide numerous locations for waterside activities and the ...
Views: 7You must read the article to rate it. - Fun 4th of July Celebration Ideas - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Carol EisemanFourth of July is just around the corner, so light up the onset of summer with a great gathering. Start your plans now so that you can insure your guests will be available as that is always a busy holiday. You can print or buy invitations or save your money for fun party favors and games and make ...
Views: 21You must read the article to rate it. - How to Personalize Your Feng Shui - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Chriss BarrYou’ll often see articles on the web, tips on Twitter and YouTube videos telling you how to set up your feng shui in your home or your office. This advice ranges from how to de-clutter to where to set up the Love & Romance area in your home to attract a partner. What you won’t find is ...
Views: 15(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Effectiveness of Blue Light Therapy for Acne Reduction - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Allen AndersonAcne problems plague countless people all over the world. Age, gender and social status are no barriers to a problem that causes concern and heartache for so many people. More recent developments in procedural cures have seen an upsurge in the popularity of alternative methods in treatment. One ...
Views: 24You must read the article to rate it. - Non-Resistance is a Key to Peace - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Farzana KhanThe true meaning behind the concept, To Resist is to Persist, is that the more you resist something mentally, that situation persists or magnifies. We expand what we notice and focus upon. Resisting, means not accepting something, fighting the situation, getting all caught up. Whenever you resist ...
Views: 12(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Save Time and Automate Your Web Searches with Google Alerts - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Phil MonteroIf you’re like me you probably spend a good deal of time on the web searching for information. It might be industry news, mentions of yourself or business in the press, news stories for your blog or newsletter, or how to get ink stains out of your rug. Let’s face it the web, for most people, ...
Views: 15(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Hiring out Link Building Services to Raise Rankings - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Richard FranksHave you ever thought to yourself, 'Ok, I've built my website, but why is there no traffic?" Like many sites, yours could be missing out on small things that make a big difference to getting hits, or just being 'out on the web ' for someone to randomly find. Many people overlook the small ...
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