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- ***The Very Important but Overlooked Vitamin K - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2012 from Phil BateVery few people are even aware of this "overlooked" vitamin. Do you know much about it? It's critical to good health. Here's a few of the facts that make it so important: 1. About of 80% of the Vitamin K that you need is actually manufactured by the "friendly" (but lethal) bacteria that ...
Views: 2 - Human brain Teaching and Physical fitness Work outs - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2012 from Helen AumannBetter active you preserve your brain, slightly more match it will likely be for executing particular tasks. Similar to we will hold our entire body healthy and balanced through work outs, brain health and fitness exercises are also there aided by the very same aim - to maintain your mind ...
Views: 16 - Positive aspects of Mental Instruction Games - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2012 from Shira MaynardMany individuals, adults and children alike, find college boring. The repetition, limitless lectures, pop quizzes and standardized tests turn a whole lot of people off and basically discourage people today from mastering. On the other hand, if you're engaged in an action that may be enjoyable ...
Views: 7 - Hate your Job? Is it worth it? Questions for Reflection - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2012 from Jessica RhodesYour job has an enormous effect on your entire life. That is why Occupational Wellness is one of the Seven Aspects of Wellness. If you don’t do what you love and love what you do, living a full and joyous life is going to be difficult. You spend a huge proportion of your time working. That means ...
Views: 12 - Dealing with Stress - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2012 from Jeffrey RoseUnhealthy levels of stress have become an unfortunate part of the modern life most people are living today. A desire to alleviate this stress has led many people to pursue ways to deal with it that are unhealthy. The reader, who is suffering from the effects of stress, may think that many of the ...
Views: 10(1 vote) - Maternal Separation Anxiety - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2012 from Grace AbonilloMaternal separation anxiety is experienced when a mother besieged the feeling of guilt at the thought of a short-term separation with her kid. Who says that separation anxiety is just for kids? It is in fact that a lot of us parents have this feeling of acutely nervous when our child begins ...
Views: 9 - Dealing with Grief and Loss - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2012 from Grace AbonilloWe can never escape death. It is inevitable and yet when a loved one or a close friend died we suffered a great range of emotions. We desperately try to avoid the hurt, the pain, anxiety and feelings of helplessness we feel when we lost a loved one. Then we feel like life has gone back to ...
Views: 8 - Alcoholics Anonymous History Study with "Conference-approved" Foundations - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2012 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),A.A. History Studies with “Conference-approved” Foundations Dick B. © 2012 Anonymous. All rights reserved The Problem with a Clear-cut Solution Fear has often ruled in the minds of those who understand the importance in their recovery of studying, learning, and applying the highly ...
Views: 43 - What Does Energy Mean? - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2012 from Daniel D. LombardiDid you know that you can not create energy yourself? You can just activate the universal energy, which exists always and will always exist. This Energy gave you life. It’s always there, at every moment, for everyone. There is no such thing like people with a lot of energy and other ones ...
Views: 28(1 vote) - SELF IMPROVEMENT: KEYS TO SUCCESS - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2012 from gloria eagleRecently,a seeker said to me:"I have been working on self improvement for a long time,but I find that the more I work on my imperfections,the more imperfections I find in myself.It is as if I have opened a Pandora box, and every affliction in the world is coming out of it. It seems that there ...
Views: 37(1 vote) - The Heart in Five-Part Harmony - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2012 from Andrea Gruszecki, NDAs February is the “month of Love” (or so Hallmark would have us believe on Valentine’s Day), I wondered what love would look like in Five-Part Harmony. The Five-Part Harmony Model of Health includes the physical, mental, emotional, Spiritual and energetic aspects of healthy being, and posits ...
Views: 28(4 votes) - Slow Down - Don't Miss The Precious Moments In Life - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2012 from Kimberley CohenOur days can be busy. In fact too busy sometimes with appointments, house and/or office work, to-do lists, schedules, meetings, racing from one place to another, grocery shopping, errands, planning, etc. If you have children, that can add a whole other dimension to busyness just on it's ...
Views: 26(4 votes) - How can I feel better about my body, even though I’m not yet at my goal weight? - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2012 from Joy BufaliniWhat are your thoughts on being grateful for you body as it is RIGHT NOW? It probably seems easy to imagine being grateful if you had the body like "so and so" or you weighed "x" amount. But appreciating even those problem areas of your body – your legs, your stomach, your arms? How is that ...
Views: 51(1 vote) - The Positivity Project - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2012 from Veronica WhiteAnd suddenly, I knew what I had to do. We have a running joke among my friends that, “V is always the one who is going to save the world”. (Ok, I will admit that there are a few of us that fit that description!) But it was as if the second the clock chimed midnight on the start of this brand ...
Views: 32(2 votes) - Cultivate Positive Thinking With Exercises - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2012 from Laura SilvaA few days it might appear that there is nothing going on the right trail. You may think the world is alongside you. This can lead you to start considering negatively. To be able to succeed within life, you need to keep thinking positively. When life appears to get a person down, here tend to be ...
Views: 25(3 votes) - What is positive thinking? - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2012 from Thomas ElfersYou've heard it a hundred times if you've heard it once, "just think positive". What does that mean? How can you think positive when there are so many negative things happening. I'll tell you what I think. Thinking positive is not just a thought process, it is a commitment to a different way ...
Views: 31(3 votes) - Positive Thoughts: Spread Positivity All Around - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2012 from Laura SilvaThe strength of positive thinking is a tool that makes one’s life brighter and more positive. Positive thoughts make you have good health, good relationships and happiness. A good life cannot be achieved by having positive approach for a few minutes instead; you need to have positive thoughts ...
Views: 24(2 votes) - Advantages of Using Mantra Meditation - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2012 from Dion DalyDid you know that meditation has been utilised as a relaxation method all over the world? That is because it nurtures a condition of tranquillity in the mind and body. You know that by the end of a meditation, you are certain to experience a more relaxed state of being. Mantra meditation, ...
Views: 43(1 vote) - POWER OF THOUGHTS - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2012 from Economics MadIntroduction: Thoughts are much finer than the electricity. Human thoughts are the greatest dynamic force on the earth. A strong thought makes a man stronger from within. There is a famous and good quote in English that “Thinking makes the man”. Therefore, one should always have positive ...
Views: 63(3 votes) - It's all about loving yourself - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2012 from samir kunvariaWe spend our whole life in search of love from others. We wish that true love will find us and that special love will change our life. If you don’t find the love then you fall into the valley of emptiness and feel lost. We always tell our mind that if I get true love then, I will be the happiest ...
Views: 21(2 votes) - Enjoying Ecotourism - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2012 from rashid herreraCosta Rica is an amazing place for nature lovers. Great beaches, amazing weather, various species of flora and fauna, and some jaw droppingly beautiful scenery is what makes this place so amazing. However, with this popularity Costa Rica is now paying a hefty price if we didn´t take care of ...
Views: 18 - Do you know the 9 areas of focus for relationship healing? - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2012 from Dr. Erica GoodstoneWHAT DO YOU THINK ARE THE 9 MOST IMPORTANT AREAS FOR YOU TO FOCUS ON TO CREATE LOVING RELATIONSHIPS? * Do you think money is the solution? If only my partner and I had enough money.... * Do you think career is the solution? If only my partner and I had better careers, positions, jobs, ...
Views: 33(1 vote) - Stress Relief for Women, and It's Free - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2012 from Kathy Woodard (Wilson)Stress relief is the number one thing most women need more of. There are so many stressors on women today; family, work, finances, health, relationships. Good or bad, stress is a major part of our lives. And the biggest obstacle to obtaining relief women have are their own beliefs. Many women ...
Views: 23 - ***What is Enlightenment? - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2012 from Margaret Paul"If I could define enlightenment briefly I would say it is the quiet acceptance of what is." - Dr. Wayne DyerAs simple as this definition seems to be, how often do you quietly accept what is? Instead, what do you say or do?I say things like “It’s not supposed to be this way.” “It should have ...
Views: 39 - Dialogue on Fear & Reality - Stress Counselor - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2012 from George MarisFear & Reality Dialogue on Fear and Reality Submitted by George on Monday, 02/06/2012 This is a powerful mental construct that prevents us from being creative, happy and successful. The world as it appears to us now, is largely, a reflection of the "egoic mind " with fear being the ...
Views: 38(1 vote) - Unfair - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.When you’re down it seems like life isn’t fair. Then like a flash of light all those instances when life treated you unfairly passed before your eyes and you remember the feeling of helplessness with each situation. On some days, life just isn’t fair. Life is about that moment when you ...
Views: 86(1 vote) - ***Creating Room for Grief - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2012 from Karen Mehringer, MAThe grieving process is natural. Similar to the cycles of the seasons or the ebb and flood of the tides…it is not linear and straightforward, but it comes and goes. At times we may feel good about life…inspired, energized and in our passion. At others we may feel sad, fatigued and depressed. ...
Views: 45(1 vote) - Employee Drug Testing - How to Choose a Reliable Method? - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2012 from Nate RodneyFrom increased absenteeism to reduced productivity, rise in occupational accidents to low morale and disciplinary problems, workplace drug and alcohol use is creating significant losses for many businesses. It is estimated that the cost of substance abuse for U.S. employers exceed $100 billion ...
Views: 4 - Do you feel worthy of self-love? - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2012 from Julie SimonWe’ve all heard it said that you can’t love anyone else until you love yourself. And although we know there’s truth to this old adage, most of us persist in looking for love outside of ourselves, often in all the wrong places. In one of my emotional eating groups this week, we discussed the ...
Views: 4 - Drug rehabilitation that preaches one day at a time living - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2012 from Doug MeadFor addicts who have known nothing but living life medicated by their drug of choice, the thought of drug rehabilitation and living without drugs for the rest of their lives seems like an impossible task. The one constant in their mind has been to look forward to how they will find their next ...
Views: 6 - Drug addiction rehabs and ongoing treatment options - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2012 from Doug MeadMany drug addiction rehab centers offer programs that show patients how to stay clean on a daily basis. At 12 Palms Recovery Center, patients can follow up with several ongoing treatment options designed to maintain a clean and sober way of life. Many drug addiction rehab centers focus on ...
Views: 5 - ***Rebirth - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2012 from Janet NestorEACH NEW YEAR WE ARE REBORN. The slate is clean. You choose the canvas, the medium, the brush and you'll paint 2012 with your own colors. The result of your art, the final product, is up to you. You build your new year one brush stroke, one thought at a time. Regardless of your past history, ...
Views: 100(6 votes) - What You Don't Know About Anger Can Kill You - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Tad NarasFor the longest times we’ve been hearing how out so called “fight or flight” response is hardwired into us to address perceived risks for our survival. It is said, that when faced with imminent danger, our physique releases hormones, such as adrenaline and cortisol, which boost the heart pace, ...
Views: 5 - How to Lose Weight Using Mind Control Techniques - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Greg FrostBeing overweight is a very common problem these days. Most of us want to shed those extra pounds that we have on us, but we find ourselves unable to do so. Most of the time it’s the thought of that cheeseburger or ice cream that pulls us into eating stuff that we shouldn’t eat. That’s right, ...
Views: 59(1 vote) - Keeping Your Body in Mind with Holistic Mental Therapy - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Greg FrostTimes have changed to such an extent that there is a cure for every illness in your body through technology and medication. But sometimes, it’s the serene and old techniques such as holistic mental therapy that can help you keep your body in mind and treat it if it is unwell or if it encounters ...
Views: 3 - Do you know the 3 causes of all relationship problems? - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Dr. Erica GoodstoneWhat do YOU believe are the 3 causes of all relationship problems? * Inadequate Money? * Not enough or too much Sex? * Friends interfering? * Family triangles and intrusions? * Poor communication? * Emotional Imbalance? Relationships are more complex than many of us care to ...
Views: 98(1 vote) - How to Help Your Grandchild with ADHD - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Laurie DuparADHD runs in families. It is a genetic disorder and a family affair. If you are an adult with ADHD, it is highly likely that another relative of yours will have ADHD. For many adults this other someone is a grandchild. With the increased awareness and visibility of ADHD, the number of ...
Views: 20 - Luxury Addiction Recovery - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Luxury Addiction TreatmentWhatever Sets A Luxury Rehab Apart? What tends to make a luxury rehab diverse from other facilities and genuinely sets it apart? The remedy you'll obtain, the luxuryand elegance that you simply will get pleasure from, and also the individual solutions that other rehabs don't offer. With ...
Views: 33(1 vote) - The Linden Method Review - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Beth O'ConnorThe Linden Method Review By Beth O'Connor What is the Linden Method? The Linden Method is a set of natural methods used to treat a variety of disorders ranging from nervousness and anxiety to full-on panic attacks. Along this 'anxiety spectrum' are a whole array of related symptoms, ...
Views: 59 - Worry Warts Anonymous - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Patricia PottsWorry Warts Anonymous By Patricia Potts Okay, I admit it. Worrying comes natural for me. In fact I will actually admit that at times I am addicted. When I became a parent then a grandparent my worrying accelerated. When my little ones lay cuddled in the warmth of blankets. I ...
Views: 50(1 vote) - Stress-free Grocery Shopping with Young Children and Babies - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Ali Raza GhauriGrocery shopping is an activity that can be quite challenging with young children. The store is full of stimulation that can be overwhelming to your child. Parents are often in a hurry, to load up their carts with the necessary staples, pay and get home. Here are some tips and ideas that will ...
Views: 54 - Relief From Anxiety For A Healthy And Successful Life - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Laura SilvaAnxiety is considered to be the most common problem of the present day world and there are a large number of sufferers of this problem all around the world. The anxiety or stress is considered to be an inherent part of modern life style. As people around the world are very much concerned about ...
Views: 60(1 vote) - Incense, mental health for everyone - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from robert starsThroughout history, incense has been used for a variety of spiritual and aromatherapy purposes. There are various products and materials used for creating incense depending on what part of the world it is made in. There are many different ways that incense is burned including in bowels, sticks ...
Views: 54(2 votes) - 10 Ways to Stop Gangs without Money! - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Stephanie MannAmerica slowly evolved from “In God we trust” to the “me generation” demanding rights without a sense of responsibility to neighbors or community. The loss of community involvement has contributed to the growth of criminal gangs. When families break down, children can become angry. They can find ...
Views: 94(1 vote) - Overcoming Anxiety: An Important Step towards a Healthy Lifestyle - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Laura SilvaIf you have experienced the conditions where your heart begins to race suddenly and you have a feeling of tingle in your fingers and you are anxious and sweaty then you might be experiencing a panic attack. You might experience other symptoms as well like chest pain during such attacks. If you ...
Views: 44(2 votes) - How to Stop Anxiety and Panic Attacks - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from James KretzerPanic attacks are episodes of intense fear and panic that appear to come from out of no the place. Millions of Americans experience from Panic disorder and panic attacks. As the globe becomes a more stressful atmosphere, it appears panic attacks seem to generally be more common for all ...
Views: 44(2 votes) - Help for Shy Women - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2012 from Gus KemperThis article describes a remarkable treatment where a man - who is afraid of women - solves his anxiety (shyness) by occupying himself in curing the shyness of a woman. After that the man has cured the shyness of a woman, he will receive extra learning- and work assignments. Introduction In ...
Views: 69(2 votes) - Fight Or Flight, Or Feeze; Or, Fusion - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Ken FieldsFor eons, the human organism has been honed and perfected to respond effectively and appropriately to any perceived sense of threat or attack. In modern language, this effective and appropriate response is called the 'fight or flight response.' In lay terms, this means that when we feel ...
Views: 49 - How to Deal With Severe Anxiety Disorder - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Thesie CortezPeople usually get anxious when faced with unusual things like death in the family, losing a job, starting a new career or getting married. Having anxiety is normal but if your life is ruled by excessive anxiousness or you become unreasonably anxious of situations or things that are normally not ...
Views: 41(1 vote) - Dealing With Chronic Anxiety - What You Need to Know - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Thesie CortezLiving in fear or suffering from chronic anxiety is robbing you of your freedom to live your life. Repeated episodes of anxiety attacks can be very disabling. Dealing with chronic anxiety disorder can be very difficult if you do not know what to do. Without treatment this kind of disorder can ...
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