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- Results of Practicing EFT*(Emotional Freedom Techniques) for over 9 years - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2009 from Ranjana AppooHaving discovered EFT* (Emotional Freedom Techniques) in 1999 and used it consistently since, EFT has now become part of my daily practice and is now an integral part of my profession. Some days I have a quick tap during my morning walk or in front of the bathroom mirror, and some days (every ...
Views: 5(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - 10 Ways to Reduce College Costs and Avoid Debt That Can Take Years to Pay Off - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2009 from Marc HillCollege costs are on the rise and show no signs of slowing their climb. According to the College Board's "Trends in College Pricing" the average annual cost for in-state tuition ranges from $17,336 for public institutions to a whopping $35,374 for private universities. Adding insult to injury, ...
Views: 1You must read the article to rate it. - 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. - 10 Simple Steps to Self-Improvement - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2009 from Brenda Crawford-BeeWhen you came to the 40-year stage in your life, you will suddenly realize many things. You get to ask yourself questions. How will it be when I get to the end of my life? How do I feel about the life I lived? Then someone gave you some self improvement articles while telling you that it is ...
Views: 7(4 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Do You Use This Powerful Success Habit Daily? - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2009 from Daniel HerznerIf you want to learn how to succeed in life, then there's a habit you need to develop starting today. And note I said "habit" which means you'll need to put it into practice every day. This important habit is something you'd also want to use if you wish to learn how to succeed in business ...
Views: 7(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - ***Addiction to Video Games - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2009 from Margaret PaulEd consulted with me because he was concerned about his 16 year-old son. "He doesn't have any friends. I'd like to spend more time with him but there doesn't seem to be anything he likes to do.""How does he spend his time?" I asked."Playing video games."Betsy consulted ...
Views: 4(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Therapy Should I or Shouldn't I? - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2009 from Cheryl HitchcockI'm all about breaking stereotypes and reducing stigma. I've often run into many of these in my line of business. As a therapist working with some of the most vulnerable and stigmatized people in society I feel an obligation to debunk stereotypes that have held people back from seeking help and ...
Views: 5(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - How to Bring Out the Best in Others - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2009 from Marta HiattFran’s husband had a habit of tossing his dirty socks into the laundry basket, but frequently missing by a few inches and having them land on the floor, where they would usually stay. It really frustrated Fran when she had to pick up his clothing and place it in the basket, even though she’d ...
Views: 30(7 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Abundance is Found in Simplicity - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2009 from Karen Mehringer“It's the simple things in life that are the most extraordinary.” – Paulo Coelho Camping this summer, my husband, John, and I were reminded how freeing it is to live simply. We had only the bare necessities with us…food, water, our camping gear and clothes. Living in a simple ...
Views: 17(5 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - ***Could Your Speaking Voice Use Some Work? - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2009 from Nancy DanielsWhen you hear yourself on your voicemail, chances are good that you don’t recognize what you hear. Chances are even better that you not only don’t recognize the sound but that you find it embarrassing, shocking, or revolting. Because you are unable to hear yourself the way everyone does, ...
Views: 24(5 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - *** Remember to Extend Love to Yourself - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Daniel BenorIf you've got love in your heart, whatever you do from that moment out is likely to be right. If you've got that one true note ringing inside you, then whatever you do is going to be OK. It's love, always love. - Ken Kesey On Valentine's Day we focus on ...
Views: 6You must read the article to rate it. - Within Loss--Two Steps In Tracking Gain - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Jeffrey SchoenerWe have all experienced loss of some kind. This may have occurred in a moment, or in a series of moments. This loss may include time, innocence, freedom, security, health, family and possessions. Around each of these aspects of loss, we also tend to hold onto fear, and that fear is often aligned ...
Views: 18(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Hitting “The Wall” and How to Get Over It! - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Heather LoewenTaking on a new project, learning a new skill or trying something you’ve never done before often comes with it’s own set of obstacles, which are addressed in the book, 101 Reasons to be Yourself, as well as in the online course, No Regrets 101. What happens when you actually begin something, ...
Views: 19(4 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Possibility Pathways - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2009 from Kim MarcilleA famous quantum physicist, Richard Feynman, once described the path you would take between your living room and your kitchen as the most probable path, but not the only one. You could get to the kitchen via Jupiter, for example, or by tunneling through the Earth. He said that all paths to the ...
Views: 24(5 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Material Handling Carts and Trucks - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2009 from Eric KampelMaterial handling carts and trucks are of great use in industrial and commercial settings for safe transportation of products from one place to another. Presently, these are mostly used in refineries, manufacturing sites, warehouses and shipyards. Benefits of Using Material Handling Products in ...
Views: 12You must read the article to rate it. - There's no place like home - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Kim AdesAs published in RISMedia: The Inauguration was witnessed by the world, and at the same time hundreds of thousands were communicating and sharing their impressions of the event online. It's a new age fairy tale that transcends Technicolor! Imagine speaking to the entire world, having your ...
Views: 17(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - The Journal and the Journey - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Kim AdesI was helping my daughter, who is in grade 11, with her assignment on the George Orwell classic 1984 and we were discussing the symbolism of the diary in the story. Now, here is a quick re-cap for those of you who read this book many years back. 1984 is Orwell’s peek into a future totalitarian ...
Views: 18(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Past Life Regression May Be the Key to Understanding Present Life Relationships - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Michael JuddYou may be living with someone you have lived with in a previous lifetime. Souls are drawn back together for many reasons. It could be a strong emotional connection or a Karmic debt that draws the two souls back together. On the other hand, souls may reunite to facilitate their further development ...
Views: 18(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - What is your Excuse? - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Lisa PhillipsDo you have an area of your life that you feel powerless to create success? Have you created success in other areas of your life but have one area that seems to cause you more issues than any other? If we take some time to examine this area, we will undoubtedly find one or more excuses. These ...
Views: 26(6 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - How to Live and Work with Passion (from 'Inspirational Books') - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from Craig LockArticle Title: How to Live and Work with Passion (from 'Inspirational Books' - Part One) Shared by Craig Lock Web sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html and http://www.myspace.com/writercraig Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 ...
Views: 10(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - What does stress do to us? - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from Sue Heldenbrand· Stress can affect so many different parts of our bodies, from our muscles and tissues to our blood vessels and organs · It speeds up heart rate and respiration, affects our sleep · Stress raises blood pressure and body temperature · It can interfere with metabolism, appetite and ...
Views: 18(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Real-World Self-Defense: A 2-Sided Approach For Mastering Personal Protection - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2009 from Jeffrey MillerMost people, including karate and so-called self-defense experts really don't know where to start when it comes to mastering the ability to protect yourself against a real-world violent attacker. This article takes a look at the two-fold approach that I suggest for clients who are serious about ...
Views: 35(5 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Take the style self-exam - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2009 from Danielle LaPorteI once worked with a branding client who had a closet full of clothes fit for a hooker. Purple animal prints, a sequin skirt (with the price tag still on it,) lacey, itty-bitty things. Yet, she told me that her ideal outfit was a crisp white shirt, straight-legged jeans and a single strand of ...
Views: 16(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Do or Die: 5 Steps to Jumpstart a New Plan of Action - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from Joan Marie WhelanWe all know that we must take action to change our outcomes but we often get caught up in the execution of a plan; so I am going to give you five steps that may help you get started and be held accountable to the goals you want to achieve in your life with this unique Do or Die Plan of Action ...
Views: 3You must read the article to rate it. - Six Proven Holiday Stress Relief Tips - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from Michelle Howard SmithImagine the holidays filled with love, peace and laughter. In today's hectic world, having a stress free holiday is a rarity. Now more than ever, you need to be equipped with strategies such as the holiday stress relief tips I'm about to share. These holiday stress relief tips will help you make ...
Views: 10(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Overcomplicating Your Life... Let Go of the Old to Create the New - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from Pat HeydlauffDo you have a tendency to over-think and over-complicate everything you do? Do you feel like there must be just one more thing you need to do, find or search to make your plan perfect, work better or be more effective? The secret is to let go of the old. In other words, unclutter your thoughts and ...
Views: 16(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Embracing the Divine Masculine - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from Harold BeckerLife is a beautiful interplay of imagination and manifestation. Known in other ways as feeling and thought, feminine and masculine, yin yang, each requires and adds to the other. In an amazing dance that allows us to create and recreate our world, these energies continuously merge into each other ...
Views: 17(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Ten Ways to Maintain Balance in a Chaotic World - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from Joan CerioHow do you cope with a world filled with foreclosures, job losses, natural disasters, and social changes? A famous line from the movie “The Karate Kid” says it all: “Balance is key.” Here are ten ways to maintain your sense of balance in a chaotic world. 1) Breathe! When we are ...
Views: 14(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - How Your Favorite Color Influences Your Personality - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from Nigel CoatesEvery color on the visible light spectrum has a different frequency. It's no coincidence that rainbows always appear to us in the order of Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, Indigo and Violet. It is a scientific fact that each color vibrates, or exists with a different energy. As color is ...
Views: 21(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Countdown to Halloween: Quick and Easy Tips to Help You Get Ready - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from Paula ConstableAre you prepared for Halloween? If you take the time to plan ahead, you and your family will be able to enjoy this fun and festive time without a lot of last minute stress. Here are some key things to think about to help you get ready for the spooky day. Decorations Gather all your ...
Views: 33(5 votes)You 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: 51(5 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Traveling Around the World With Your Personal Brand in Tow - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from Brenda BenceCan anybody deny the world has gotten much smaller over the years? In fact, these days, working globally has become the norm. But this can potentially bring on challenges when it comes to traveling to different countries with your personal brand in tow. After all, every culture is different, and ...
Views: 22(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Designing for the King -- Home Contents: Spiritual or Worldly? - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Deana Murphy… and do not bring sorrow to God’s Holy Spirit by the way you live … —Ephesians 4:30 (nlt) The topic of health and the environment of our bodies gets big press today and rightfully so because our bodies are ...
Views: 25(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Healthy Weight Loss Is About Lifestyle Changes - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Paul RodgersDid you know that there are over 30,000 hyped up "diets" approved by the FDA... and 99% of them lead to LONG TERM FAILURE! Healthy weight loss is not complicated, with simple conditioning and endurance exercises, fat burning cardio workouts and body building training, it is possible to get in shape ...
Views: 20You must read the article to rate it. - What's a call to adventure and how do you know if you have one? - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Nicola BuntingListen for your Call to Adventure In a story, it's the moment when the hero or heroine is invited on a quest or journey, when the day-to-day routine of their ordinary life is interrupted by something disruptive, exciting, unsettling, different... It could be the hobbit, hearing a sudden knock at ...
Views: 18You must read the article to rate it. - What is Aromatherapy? - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Marge ClarkAromatherapy is derived from the ancient practice of using natural plant essences to promote health and well-being. It consists of the use of pure essential oils obtained from a wide assortment of plants, which have been steam distilled or cold-pressed from flowers, fruit, bark and roots. The oils ...
Views: 24(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Hydrosols: Safe & Inexpensive Alternatives to Essential Oils - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Marge ClarkSometimes you will hear the terms hydrosol and spritzer used interchangeably which is incorrect and misleading. Although true hydrosols are the original true floral waters (or herbal waters), be aware that any product sold as a "Floral Water" may or may not be a natural product. The term floral ...
Views: 23You must read the article to rate it. - The Truth About Lies - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from James LeGrandIf the truth shall set you free, then the lies can imprison you in guilt, burden and regret. They come as small as the occasional white lies friends tell each other to as big as the whopper of a lie governments tell their citizens. No matter the size, lies are intended to purposely deceive one ...
Views: 23(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - How to Manage Your Worries - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Nancy LatimerWorry and anxiety are caused by your emotions. Worry is a normal response to uncertainty and we all experience uncertainty from time to time; however excessive worrying will drain your emotional energy, interfere with your day-to-day functioning and cause very high anxiety levels. The good news is ...
Views: 23(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Getting Ahead of the Game--Holiday Shopping Made Easy - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Renee UrsemChristmas decorations have begun to appear in stores and malls all over the country. People are already starting to think about (and stress over) gift-giving, and it’s only October. Do we need to panic? Can selecting a gift for someone be easy? While it may always be difficult to find a ...
Views: 20(1 vote)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: 18You must read the article to rate it. - Weight Loss Motivation Is Having Love For Self - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Paul RodgersLack of motivation is one of the biggest causes of people failing with their efforts to lose weight. By finding the right combination of weight loss motivation, you will find it a little easier to stick to your plan than if you rely on sheer will alone. Let's be honest with ourselves here. You ...
Views: 26You must read the article to rate it. - Why You Should be Arrogant - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2009 from Emily EricksonWhy You Should be Arrogant Each of us has something we value that we are devoted to within ourselves, that we are 'better at' than other people are because we pay attention more to that one thing than others do. This is our personal superiority, and by golly, we are entitled to it. My ...
Views: 8You must read the article to rate it. - Natural Weight Loss with the Law of Attraction - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from Lexie MoonCan you use the Law of Attraction for weight loss? The answer is absolutely YES! Here are a few steps to ensure your success. First, you need to become aware of the negative thoughts surrounding us about weight. “If you eat that, you’ll get fat.” “Obesity is genetic and can’t be ...
Views: 19You must read the article to rate it. - COMING TO THE TABLE - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from Sadie SheafeOften couples carry baggage from relationship-to-relationship. They do not realize that their new relationships fail as a result of the previous baggage. In any new relationship there is always one constant…themselves! Often, problems first arise with the couple's intimacy. These can have ...
Views: 21(1 vote)You 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: 43(4 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Organizing Tips for Headache-free Travel - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from A.J. MillerTIP #1 - RECHARGE YOUR BATTERIES: Taking time off from work for a vacation is one of the best ways to recharge your batteries and improve your productivity. Warning: Make sure you don't spend too much time on any work you take with you or checking in with the office while you're away or you'll ...
Views: 28(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Stop Drinking Now - Self Help Tips - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2009 from Roberto SedyciasAddiction to alcohol is emerging as a serious social concern among the intellectuals. Governments in many countries as well as many NGOs (nongovernmental organizations) have started various programs to create awareness among people regarding `drinking and its negative consequences`. But, more than ...
Views: 25You must read the article to rate it. - What We Live with We Learn - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2009 from Denny BalishWhen we enter this world as babes, we bring with us two simple yet profound lifelong desires; to love and be loved. Everything else pales in comparison. We yearn for love and thrive in it. Experiencing love makes the world feel right. Yet growing up, we may have encounter people, situations, or ...
Views: 35(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Good Intentions Are Not Enough: Make a Commitment to Yourself - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2009 from Linda PucciHow good are you at keeping your word? Many of us try very hard to keep our commitments to others. We try to call if we say we will. We make every effort to show up when others are counting on us. We try to get projects done on time. We don't promise things we can't deliver. We want our ...
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