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- How to Stretch Time - by Submitted on May 25, 2013 from Tina TessinaIt is indeed possible to stretch time—to make the time you have go farther, and use it more for what you really want to do. Stretching time is not difficult if you have the prerequisites: self-awareness, a sense of purpose, thoughtful action, and a playful approach. Self-Awareness: As with ...
Views: 10 - The Healing Power of Organic Foods - by Submitted on May 24, 2013 from Lisa TunneyWhen I was six years old my mother announced that our family would sample the culinary delights from a different country at least once every month. Mom prepared food at home and we dined out at restaurants, as well. That may not seem extraordinary coming from today's standards, but this ...
Views: 11(1 vote) - Lead the Life You Wish to Lead – You Are a Free Woman - by Submitted on May 24, 2013 from Ivan DimitrijevicThere are things in this world of ours which are a part of life, a part of each and every one's life. No one made them like that, they just are. I have emphasised the words “each and every one” because that is the case, there is no doubt about it. This wouldn’t be a problem if some of those ...
Views: 19 - Get Healthier More Radiant Skin With These 5 Tips - by Submitted on May 23, 2013 from Victoria GirardWhen was the last time you looked in the mirror and felt truly beautiful? Aging is inevitable but there is absolutely no reason you shouldn’t look in your mirror and feel gorgeous at any age. There are 5 steps you can easily implement into your life that will help your skin look smoother, ...
Views: 16 - How to Live a Life of Joy - by Submitted on May 23, 2013 from Tami GlasperThe Dilemma. Joy is being robbed and stolen from us, from the entity of our soul, from the very life in us. Through circumstances, situations, and relationships, and circumstances, our reservoir of joy is dwindling day by day. The other day a friend shared with me how she lived in the dark ...
Views: 8 - 3 key steps for changing bad habits - by Submitted on May 23, 2013 from Michelle SearsI've had some pretty bad habits in my day. But thank the good Lord I was able to overcome then. I was able to change every single one of them. Which made me a more disciplined and self-controlled person. I never knew it at the time but I used pretty much the same 3 steps to change every bad ...
Views: 7 - Dr. Romance on Gratitude, Kindness and Happiness - by Submitted on May 23, 2013 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance writes: The founding fathers of our country saw the “pursuit of happiness” as an inalienable right – so important they embedded it in the DNA of the United States of America, by writing it into the Preamble to the Constitution. It was a profoundly new idea at the time. With it, ...
Views: 22 - ***Coaching Skill: Imagine The Possibilities - by Submitted on May 23, 2013 from Bruce SchneiderI have two young children who bring me inexpressible joy. Like any parent, I could give a long, itemized list of all the “how’s” and “why’s” they make my heart soar. One trait I notice, when observing them and their friends, is their sheer power of imagination. I’m fascinated at how my son ...
Views: 33 - How You can Get the Best Bankruptcy Attorney Company - by Submitted on May 23, 2013 from Richard SmithIf there's anything worse than filing for bankruptcy, then it is hiring the wrong attorney for the job. There are many bankruptcy attorney companies across the US. You will find some of them are located in your city. But you will not get the best service and support from all the companies. ...
Views: 3 - 9 EFFECTIVE WAYS of Wart Remover with Home Remedies - by Submitted on May 22, 2013 from Cydney CastroThese are a few methods of wart remover by using home remedies and natural substances. Handy Milkweed Milkweeds are abundantly found in the northern regions of America. They come quite handy when it comes to home treatments for the warts. The milk sap that came from the leaves of the ...
Views: 18 - 3 "Traveler's Tips" for Crossing the Midlife Latitude - by Submitted on May 22, 2013 from Roberta MittmanChances are, you share a special quality with Gwyneth, Jennifer, Demi, and Julianne--or for you men, make that Hugh, George, Johnny, and Brad. You, these stars, and I all belong to The Over-40 Alliance. We're bound together in the age category. (Not the body category, darn.) Unfortunately, many ...
Views: 18 - Four Keys to Overcoming Anger - by Submitted on May 22, 2013 from Janet PfeifferI facilitated an anger management support group for several years. One woman began attending shortly after our first meeting. Her name was Joan. Joan's marriage of thirty plus years was in trouble. Admitting she had a bad temper, her husband recently filed for divorce. She was devastated. "I ...
Views: 52(2 votes) - Turn Your Business Model Upside Down - by Submitted on May 22, 2013 from Jeanna GabelliniI never thought much about my business model until almost twenty years into being an entrepreneur. I know: crazy, huh? My model was to get an idea, implement it, and keep doing it … if it was fun. But I didn't have criteria to gauge what was working and what wasn't. Who cares if I'm ...
Views: 35 - 3 ways to be happier - by Submitted on May 22, 2013 from Sharon StilesIf you have become used to living with anxiety, fear, depression or unhappiness, then it can be difficult to believe that happiness is possible. But a few simple steps can help to reduce those unwanted feelings and increase your happiness. Don't struggle on your own: Happiness can seem a ...
Views: 42(1 vote) - Plant positive Thoughts - by Submitted on May 22, 2013 from Vinod AnandPlant positive Thoughts (Vinod Anand) How many of us utilize the power of the subconscious mind? Your subconscious mind does not need your advice to say what is to be done to overcome barriers, when there is a blockade in your daily life. It is continuously alert: Whatever your need may ...
Views: 12 - ***Want a Less Stressful Summer? - by Submitted on May 22, 2013 from Laura YoungI once heard George Carlin the comedian address the topic of vacations, and how people handle their “stuff.” People usually take a smaller version of their stuff on vacation and sequentially smaller versions to their hotel room, or to the beach etc. He was hysterical; resonating with the need ...
Views: 33 - ***What Does Your Busyness Really Mean? - by Submitted on May 22, 2013 from Laura Young“There is more to life than increasing its speed” (Gandhi & Desai, 1957) Life can be likened to a deep forest and on occasion we get lost in creating our path through it. If we are determined to find our way, it is necessary to face the fears and doubts that are always lurking, keeping us ...
Views: 19 - Android Tips: Add Facebook picture to a contact and checking Outlook - by Submitted on May 22, 2013 from Brooke M. PerryBeing an Android user it is not necessary that you are familiar with all the functionalities there might be few things that you are still not aware of fully and need to get your hands on. For example when you are looking to add pictures of your Facebook pals to your Android contacts it might ...
Views: 14 - Amazing things you can do using PHP - by Submitted on May 22, 2013 from Mia KlausThe best thing you can do with PHP is update old pages to forward them to their successors. You can use a PHP forward for this requirement. It is easy to implement a PHP forward as it takes a small code. This can be implemented to both, to update the URL of page, or to create shortcut URLs to ...
Views: 10 - Features of Open MRI - by Submitted on May 22, 2013 from Igor StilerMRI is the sophisticated technology used to scan the organs, tissue and bones to detect abnormalities. Open MRI comes with many features that help overcome the limitations associated with the traditional closed technique. MRI is the sophisticated technology used to scan the organs, tissue ...
Views: 15(1 vote) - Best Warts Remover - How To Remove Warts Naturally - by Submitted on May 22, 2013 from Cydney CastroDo you know what exactly does it mean by warts? Do you ever know who is the most likely tend to get infected? Do you have any idea that warts are contagious? Do you know how the heck it can appear on your skin? Do you know any effective methods that can get rid of your warts? If your answer is ...
Views: 15 - The POSEC Method Of Time Management - by Submitted on May 21, 2013 from Mervin SimpaoThe POSEC method of personal time management is one of the popular methods of time management strategies you can apply in your life. POSEC stands for “Prioritizing by Organizing, Streamlining, Economizing and Contributing.” Prioritizing – means to put first things first. That is what’s ...
Views: 16 - Are Red Light Therapy Tanning Beds Effective? - by Submitted on May 21, 2013 from Victoria GirardRed Light Therapy beds are making their grand entrance into tanning salons all over the United States. Due to consumer awareness regarding the damaging effects of tanning beds, salons are now jumping at the chance to offer an alternative that will not only draw in new customers who want to ...
Views: 24(1 vote) - Motivational Monday: 4 Quick Tips For Resetting Your Joy When It All Goes Wrong - by Submitted on May 21, 2013 from Adrienne FikesThings didn’t turn out how you planned them. You may be feeling shock, surprise, anger, overwhelm, confusion, fear, frustration, grief, worry, or sadness about how things went so terribly wrong. Rationally, you know that the longer you dwell on what you don’t want creates more of what you don’t ...
Views: 64 - I became ‘one’ - by Submitted on May 21, 2013 from NARENDRA GOIDANIDearest Darling Readers, It was a dream come true. I decided to go to Rishikesh for river water rafting. The glorious 26 km journey traverses one of the most beautiful and breathtaking landscapes in the Himalayas. I registered for two expeditions with a gap of three days between them. The ...
Views: 25 - The Intrinsic Impropriety Behind Opinion Mongering – Are We Aware of This? - by Submitted on May 21, 2013 from Gopalakrishnan ChandrasekaranMany quarrels arise on account of insisting on one’s opinion being accepted or on demanding the approval thereof. It cannot be solved by controlling oneself but only by understanding the whole gamut of its genesis and expression. It is common experience that most of us, if not all, treat our ...
Views: 21(3 votes) - THE 3 BIGGEST MISTAKES WHEN MAKING HOMEMADE KALE CHIPS - by Submitted on May 21, 2013 from highimpact healthKale chips have become one of the nation’s favorite healthy snacks. They’re crunchy, crispy, and filled with all the nutrients of fresh kale, making them a no-guilt, delicious between-meal treat. But at $7.00 (and more) a bag, this addictive snack is a pricey one. To keep costs down, many people ...
Views: 16 - The Many Uses of Garden Storage Sheds - by Submitted on May 21, 2013 from Jesse BurnsA backyard usually has a small garden with ornamentals, shrubs, and herbs planted around. The need for such greenery is usually more than just for their aesthetic appeal, but they're also planted for a purpose. For a small pocket of greenery, it is often easier to tend and maintain because there ...
Views: 17 - How to Relieve Stress: Wave It Goodbye - by Submitted on May 20, 2013 from Alyssa JohnsonOur world is stressful. Anyone disagree with that? So want to know how to relieve stress? It’s easy to find yourself tied up in knots over just about anything if you’re not careful. It takes a conscious decision to shield yourself from the chaos that surrounds us each and every day. I’d ...
Views: 18(1 vote) - Self-Care – Enjoy Life: Am I Who I Want to Be? - by Submitted on May 20, 2013 from Alyssa JohnsonIt’s an important question. Life happens. We respond. And suddenly years have passed. This is where we get ourselves into trouble and realize, “This isn’t what I wanted! How did my life turn out like this? I don’t enjoy life right now!” The problem lies in not having asked that little ...
Views: 34 - Addiction: The Ultimate Distraction - by Submitted on May 20, 2013 from Jyude AllbrightAddiction in the city, addiction in the country, addiction in the suburbs, addiction in the schools, addiction in the churches, addiction in the legal system, addiction in the government, addiction in business, addiction in medicine…we simply can’t get away from it. Or, is there another ...
Views: 53(1 vote) - 5 Steps to Hot Summer Journaling - by Submitted on May 20, 2013 from Mari McCarthyAh, summertime, when the living is easy! Sure, we have to keep up with business and pay the bills as usual; but there’s something so sweet and gentle about summer, a relaxed attitude that makes everything a little less stressed. Because of this, summer is an ideal time to re-group. Business ...
Views: 14 - How To Make A Guitar Sing Like Your Favorite Singer - by Submitted on May 20, 2013 from Tom HessHow To Make A Guitar Sing Like Your Favorite Singer by Tom Hess If you are like many guitar players, you have felt frustrated when your guitar solos don't sound how you want them to sound. By using the voice of your favorite singer, you can transform your currently "okay" ...
Views: 39 - Fresh Peaches with Blueberries & Yogurt - by Submitted on May 20, 2013 from George MateljanThis very quick and easy dessert is a great summer recipe because the peaches and blueberries are so delicious when they are in season. They complement each other very well and need no extra sweetening for their flavor to shine. Prep and Cook Time: 10 minutes Serves 4 Ingredients: • ...
Views: 29(2 votes) - Reply To Santa Letters And Be A Reason Of Smiling Faces Of Poor Children - by Submitted on May 20, 2013 from Bean ElfChristmas, the festival of joy and celebrations for which every person waits for a year has its own importance. It is the biggest festival celebrated worldwide and everybody is crazy for it but on the other hand children desperately wait for this festival just because of lovely gifts of Santa. ...
Views: 16 - How To Create More Time To Do More Of What You Love! - by Submitted on May 20, 2013 from Kirstin O´DonovanWe all want to have more time, more time to do what we want to and be with those we love. This means, having time to do the things you love in life, to do the things you want to and not only the things you need to, which is the key to feeling fulfilled. It is certainly not easy though, and for ...
Views: 53(1 vote) - How To Create More Time To Do More Of What You Love! - by Submitted on May 20, 2013 from Kirstin O´DonovanWe all want to have more time, more time to do what we want to and be with those we love. This means, having time to do the things you love in life, to do the things you want to and not only the things you need to, which is the key to feeling fulfilled. It is certainly not easy though, and for ...
Views: 34 - Eco-friendly Home Design - by Submitted on May 20, 2013 from Ivan DimitrijevicOur civilization has been advancing at a great pace these last one hundred, one hundred and fifty years, and we have achieved so much in terms of technological advancements in all fields. We have been doing this with little or no regard to our natural environment and the consequences of this ...
Views: 19 - How To Be Happy - by Submitted on May 21, 2013 from Kerry LittleHow to be happy is a question lots of people ask. It's very common for us to depend upon others in order to make us happy... "if only I could have an amazing boyfriend, I would be happy", or "if only my friends were more attentive, I would be happy" or (and this is a common one!) "if I had more ...
Views: 67(3 votes) - Keeping the Kids Creatively Occupied on Family Weekends - by Submitted on May 19, 2013 from Carly WrightSpending the weekend together as a family is more than just fun, it's essential. You need that time to relax with your children, teaching them new skills and simply being together. You don't have to drop down in front of the TV, however; not when there's a whole world of entertaining activities ...
Views: 29 - Introducing the Tantrum Club! - by Submitted on May 19, 2013 from Adele TheronIT’S TIME TO THROW A TANTRUM! Women since generations ago, have been told to be polite, ladylike, calm and collected and in the midst of struggle to rise above and push through. But what’s the definition of pushing through? Some people are content to spend hours rationalising whether their ...
Views: 24 - Why Couples Counseling Is Important For Relationships - by Submitted on May 19, 2013 from Janie ChristensenWhen relationships become too much to bear and you feel like you could use a little help, some families seek the assistance of couples counseling in Fort Lauderdale. They are dealing with a problem that has brought them to their wits end and may even have been tormenting them for years. ...
Views: 29(2 votes) - HTML5 Mobile Website Development - by Submitted on May 18, 2013 from Mia KlausIf you are developing a website for mobile devices, you are supposed to have good hands in HTML5. When it comes to develop a mobile website for business, it is expected to be opened on all smart phone devices, regardless of their platforms. It should also be attractive enough to gain attention ...
Views: 12 - Focus on the Easy Money - by Submitted on May 17, 2013 from Jeanna GabelliniI used to have a bad habit of creating new ways to generate money every month. None of my new offerings had earth-shattering results, but that didn't stop me from trying to reinvent the wheel. Apparently, I didn't notice the pattern of working hard for little ROI. I know many highly creative ...
Views: 73 - 6 Ways to Stop Those Pesky 11’s Between the Brows - by Submitted on May 17, 2013 from Cynthia RowlandFrowning ages everyone. That repetitive motion of knitting your brows together has consequences and after approximately 80,000 squints, you will begin to see grooves appear on your once smooth forehead. Maybe you need glasses, maybe your Mom squinted and you adopted her facial posture. Maybe ...
Views: 37 - Food For Thought: Healthy Hurry- Up Foods When You're on the Run - by Submitted on May 17, 2013 from Moreen DuFermontFood For Thought: Healthy Hurry Up-Foods When You’re on the Run As we approach the beginning of another long awaited summer, the season is ripe for creating a healthy balance! Yes, we have all heard it before and it must be true, “You are what you eat”, so choose from a selection of good ...
Views: 30 - Questions You Should Ask About Teaching English Abroad - by Submitted on May 17, 2013 from Candy MayersAre you looking to start teaching English abroad? If so, then the first thing you ought to ask yourself and decide is where you should go. Where should I go? There are a lot of opportunities for you to teach English abroad because there are many countries that are looking to expand in the ...
Views: 26 - Indoor gardening can be fun with proper nutrients and pesticides applied - by Submitted on May 17, 2013 from Andy AaronHydroponic systems have been gathering a lot of momentum especially among city dwellers. People in the city do not have enough space to culture gardening. Thus, they are more leaning towards the indoor gardening systems. However, in indoor gardening, there is a need to provide special nutrition ...
Views: 25 - Myths about Cloud Backup Busted! - by Submitted on May 17, 2013 from Carl NunezAs proclaimed by tech-gurus and top IT mentors, secure cloud services certainly behold the future of computing model and data storage. However, there are still people who do not believe that cloud services will last and have adopted the wait and watch mode to see how it benefits other ...
Views: 3 - How to Increase Employee Engagement and Worker Retention? - by Submitted on May 17, 2013 from ted aldrinRetaining talent has emerged as one of the most critical issues on the business agendas of most of the organizations. From Company's Directors to Top Executives and Business Unit Managers, there is a consensus that retaining best talent is fundamental to the success of any business. Whenever a ...
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