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- ***Anti-Cancer Lifestyle ~ Cervical Cancer - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2011 from Susun WeedCervical Cancer by Susun S Weed “How many ways of being are there, sweet friend?” asks Grandmother Growth in her warm way. You sense this is a serious question, and you fear you don’t know the right answer. “Between the yin and the yang, between the dark and the light, between normal ...
Views: 1946(2 votes) - ***ANTIOXIDANTS - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2011 from Hope AndersonWhat are they? How do they work, and why is it the new popular buzzword for everyone. Do you know exactly what antioxidants are and where they come from and the role they play in the body. Your answer may come in the form of “no, or I think so.” Here is a basic description. Antioxidants are ...
Views: 2976(3 votes) - ***Apperance Matters - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comI am often asked for ways to help improve an elder’s appearance. Even if your elder is healthy, he or she might neglect physical appearance. In some cases, it has been years since anyone paid close attention to your elder’s physical appearance, and a little bit of attention goes a long way. ...
Views: 2360(1 vote) - ***Are Foot Soaks Worth Their Salt? - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2015 from Linda DunnCan you see it now? Another busy work day on your feet, and beyond… You speed walk down the aisle for that crucial purchase just before you pick the kids up from school—then hoof it out to car. You beat the clock just in time to take your lively treasures to their gymnastics practice at the ...
Views: 1850(1 vote) - ***Are there also Negative Extraterrestrials Visiting Earth? - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneMany people are afraid of extraterrestrials because unfortunately the only kind of extraterrestrials that people know of are the so-called “negative extraterrestrials.” These are the ones that are being portrayed in the movies and reported of in the media. These negative extraterrestrials are ...
Views: 1869(1 vote) - ***Are We a Civil Society? - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2012 from Norma HollisSometimes I think the entire world is crazy. So much that takes place in society seems to be counter-productive to healthy human development. I remember when I graduated from college with a degree in early childhood development. A major study had just been completed that examined the effect of ...
Views: 6946(1 vote) - ***Are You Addicted to Anxiety? Learn How Not to Be - by Submitted on May 09, 2011 from Judith OrloffOur world is in the midst of an emotional meltdown. As a psychiatrist, I’ve seen that many people are addicted to the adrenaline rush of anxiety, known as “the fight or flight response” and don’t know how to diffuse it. An example of this is obsessively watching the news about natural disasters, ...
Views: 2903(2 votes) - ***Are You Co-dependent? - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2014 from Sandra LeningtonRecovery From Codependence: A Brief Introduction Do you think you may have codependent behavior? This phenomenon isn't as uncommon as many believe. If you find yourself controlling others or bending over backwards to help others at the risk of your own health or sanity, a codependency ...
Views: 2785(1 vote) - ***Are You Codependent in Your Relationship? - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2017 from Emma ViglucciOne version of couples struggling that I come across are couples with partners that are codependent. These are the couples that are stuck in patterns that they can’t seem to break, they have a lot of fighting and drama or complete disconnect (conflict avoiding), they feel they are behind their ...
Views: 1550(1 vote) - ***Are You Emotionally Dependent? - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2012 from Margaret PaulDiscover the difference between needs coming from emotional dependency and authentic needs that we have within a relationship. ________________________________________ Every few weeks I do a free webinar. People can listen on their computers or on the phone; they can write in asking ...
Views: 3236(6 votes) - ***Are You Giving a Speech or a Presentation? - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2012 from Nancy DanielsThere is a lot of debate right now at a popular social media site whether there is a difference between the speech and the presentation. In truth, the answer might depend on what country you live in. Here in the States, we look at the speech as something that is probably ‘written’ out. ...
Views: 2995(1 vote) - ***Are You Important? - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2017 from Shannon PanzoI Wonder if you think of these things… What would happen if you no longer had any friends or family around to remind you how important you are to them? What if you had a job where you know how unimportant you are and how easily you could be replaced by another unimportant person? What ...
Views: 2941(2 votes) - ***Are you in a One-sided relationship with a Narcissist? - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2013 from Julie Hart“A Narcissist is someone who after taking the trash out gives the impression he just cleaned the whole house” Have you ever got the sense that your partner thinks he/she is generally superior to you, or more entitled to things than you are? Does he/she find a host of ways to devalue you or ...
Views: 7306(1 vote) - ***Are you infected with Developmentitus? - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2017 from Shannon PanzoRecently, I have had a lot of clients asking me one thing. They have been asking my opinion as to how ZOX Pro Training interacts with other trainings. This led me to realize that with so many trainings available, some people can lose their effectiveness while pursuing the “better me” ...
Views: 3239(1 vote) - ***Are you Inspiring or Gloomy? - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2011 from Margaret Paul"You find yourself refreshed by the presence of cheerful people. Why not make an honest effort to confer that pleasure on others? Half the battle is gained if you never allow yourself to say anything gloomy." --Julia Child, 1912-2004, Chef, Author and Television PersonalityWhat is your ...
Views: 2949(1 vote) - ***Are You Keeping Those New Year’s Resolutions? - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2012 from Estra RoellHave you made your New Year’s Resolutions for this year? How’s it going? How has it gone in past years? If you are like most people, you start out with the best intentions and then gradually you revert back to old habits. Studies show that only 8% of people actually reach their goals! ...
Views: 1860(1 vote) - ***Are You Living Your Life or Are You Just Thinking About It? - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2014 from Ariel and Shya KaneWhat you already "know" is keeping you from discovering what is possible. There is a story about a college professor who is interested in learning about Zen that demonstrates this idea: There once was a college professor who was interested in learning about the study and practice ...
Views: 1780(9 votes) - ***Are You Loving Yourself Or Avoiding Conflict? - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2015 from Margaret Paul-------------------------------------------------------------- How honest are you willing to be with yourself regarding your intent? -------------------------------------------------------------- Sometimes, when there is conflict in a relationship, it's hard to tell if you are withdrawing ...
Views: 1773(1 vote) - ***ARE YOU OVER-BREATHING? - by Submitted on May 28, 2015 from Dan BruléHere is a startling fact with profound implications: Nearly 60% of the 911 ambulance calls in most major US cities are related to dysfunctional breathing habits. And the most common dysfunctional breathing habit is by far, hyperventilation. In other words: “over-breathing.” And despite all ...
Views: 2083(1 vote) - ***Are You Parenting From Guilt? - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2008 from Carolyn EllisWhen a couple decides to separate and starts the process of splitting up the children's family home into two separated homes, there is inevitably a sense of guilt. Divorce is an adult problem created between two adults, but as parents watching our children adjust to going to "mom's house" and ...
Views: 5971(1 vote) - ***Are You Putting a Square Peg in a Round Hole? - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2011 from Judi PerkinsThanks to Fisher-Price, as babies we learn a concept that we seem to forget by the time we’re adults: you can’t put a square peg in a round hole. We do it especially with relationships and with jobs. If we don’t know what we’re looking for, we become obscured by what we’re attracted to. ...
Views: 2623(1 vote) - ***Are You Toxic? Of course you are! - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2013 from Mike CaldwellAs people become informed, more people are looking for the best cleansing diet when striving to lose weight. Today, more so than ever, we are being barraged by toxins in our environment. We can’t possibly avoid them, regardless of how careful we are. In many cases, you may not even be aware ...
Views: 2756(1 vote) - ***Are You, Empty Nester And Boomer, OK With Floating In Life? - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comI think most of us push ourselves too hard to do something when clarity hasn’t arrived. Parents call me tearful that they can’t get over the emptiness. Who is rushing you? Do you think if you float that might bring you something you didn’t even realize had value? A mother, who now lives solo, ...
Views: 2311(2 votes) - ***Ariel & Shya Kane's Three Tips to Creating a Magical Relationship - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2015 from Ariel and Shya KaneThis Valentine's Day, couples and individuals are looking to find and/or strengthen their love relationships. As award-winning authors and world-renowned relationship experts, Ariel & Shya Kane have discovered three simple, yet revolutionary tips for creating magical relationships, based on the ...
Views: 1747(1 vote) - ***As one Steps onto the Spiritual Path, this Sets in Motion a lot of Energies in the Body - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneAs one is stepping onto the path of ascension and initiation, they won’t help but notice lots of energies moving through their body. Some of these energies are generated through meditation and prayer, others again come from mental and emotional self-mastery, whereas others again come from the ...
Views: 2216(1 vote) - ***As Students Head Back To School And Online, So Do Predators! - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2008 from Denise RichardsonBe cautious of the footprints you leave online… Before heading off to school, parents and college students alike should become aware of the dangers that lurk on social networking sites. Though these sites seem like harmless fun, they are growing in popularity, and not just for the young ...
Views: 1586(1 vote) - ***As Temps Rise, Nuclear Families Take a Dive - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comAs Temps Rise, Nuclear Families Take a Dive – Estate Planning for Unconventional Families Has Never Been More Important Among the many articles covering the blazing heat wreaking havoc on my beloved DC metro area as well as much of the U.S., was an interesting piece in a recent edition of ...
Views: 2093(1 vote) - ***Atrial Fibrillation And Alzheimer's – A Direct Link - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2010 from Steffan AbelAtrial fibrillation is one of the main types of cardiac arrhythmia – or abnormal heart rate or rhythm. Atrial fibrillation causes a rapid and irregular heartbeat, during which the upper two chambers of the heart that receive blood (the atria) quiver or "fibrillate" instead of beating normally. ...
Views: 2915(1 vote) - ***Attention Mumblers: Speaking Clearly Is Much Easier Than You May Think - by Submitted on May 12, 2014 from Nancy DanielsOne of the biggest frustrations when trying to communicate with those who mumble is the fact that we, the listeners, cannot understand their diction. What generally results is that we will ask that oft-repeated question, "What did you say?" Recently, a young man called me and wanted to ...
Views: 1644(1 vote) - ***Attitude Is Everything – How to Get an A+ Attitude - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2013 from Dr. Ken Odiwé (Dr. Ken)This may not be the first time you have read or heard these words: “Your attitude determines your altitude.” The difference between those entrepreneurs who dream about success and those who are successful is clarity on what attitude means and choosing the actions ...
Views: 1843(1 vote) - ***Aura Reading Portrait Of Enlightenment - by Submitted on May 04, 2008 from Rose RosetreeAura readings of people who are, actually, spiritually enlightened -- aren't these the perfect type of post to alternate with theoretical definitions? Here spiritual readings trump theory; empathic merges or aura readings in particular are recommended to flesh out ideas about spirituality -- ...
Views: 1926(1 vote) - ***Autism & Independence: Is It Possible? - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2011 from Susan Lynn PerryIs there really such a thing as autism independence? Many parents wonder what the future will hold for their child with autism. Will my child ever be able to drive a car, or live on his own, or be able to hold down a job? It used to be that parent’s expectations were set very low for ...
Views: 1901(1 vote) - ***Avoid = Avoiding - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Larry CraneThink about an Attachment and we may experience a nice warm-fuzzy feeling. We are of course attached to our family, our homes, our relationships, money, our beautiful stuff, and so forth. Think about an Aversion and what happens – instantly we are facing some resistance. If you are paying ...
Views: 3096(4 votes) - ***Award–Winning Canadian Author Uses Internet Technology Combined with Yoga To Fight Childhood Obesity - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2011 from Janet WilliamsJanet Williams Urges Parents To Use Technology With Their Children To Win The Battle, Not Exacerbate The Problem Toronto, Ontario Canada / September 15, 2011 Twitter: Using technology & yoga to fight obesity in children #ChildhoodObesity www.ChildrensYogaBooks.com/Media Researchers over ...
Views: 1940(1 vote) - ***Baby Boomers and the Lessons of Change from the Great Recession - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comwritten by Allan J. Hamilton, MD, FACS The Great Depression shaped two earlier generations. It changed how our parents worked and saved. It haunted my grandparents. As hard as it has been to experience this most recent economic turmoil, we must hope that our generation of Baby Boomers will ...
Views: 2780(2 votes) - ***Baby Boomers Are Setting A New Paradigm For Aging Well - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comwritten by Kathi Casey, ERYT, CPI June is an interesting month. We have: Fathers Day, Flag Day, it’s vision research month, national men’s and women’s wellness weeks are in June, as well as home safety month. Since wellness is one of Baby Boomers’ top concerns, I’ll stick with that ...
Views: 3049(1 vote) - ***Baby Boomers Are Setting A New Paradigm For Aging Well - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comWritten by Kathi Casey, ERYT, CPI June is an interesting month. We have: Fathers Day, Flag Day, it’s vision research month, national men’s and women’s wellness weeks are in June, as well as home safety month. Since wellness is one of Baby Boomers’ top concerns, I’ll stick with that ...
Views: 2405(1 vote) - ***Bad Boss Series: What To Do When The Boss – Takes Credit For Your Work? - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2011 from Dorothy Tannahill-MoranAmong the many things that bad bosses have been known to do is to take credit for your hard work or ideas. You don’t like it when a peer does it, but with that group, you feel you might have some recourse to stifle what they’re doing. What do you do when a boss does it? The line between a ...
Views: 3010(2 votes) - ***Balanced, Healthy, Masculine Men - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2013 from Anne Merkel, Ph.D. NDMen who are awakened to the Mind, Body, Spirit connections of life choose to be balanced, healthy, and still maintain their masculinity. I love these guys! And, sometimes in this society this is a challenging balancing act. • How does a man acknowledge his feelings, so as to best manage his ...
Views: 4436(1 vote) - ***Barriers to Advancement Facing Women in Business - by Submitted on May 18, 2011 from Regina BarrWomen continue to enter the workforce in record numbers. In fact, almost 47% of the workforce is comprised of women. Yet, despite this fact, very few women hold the top slots. Take one stroll past the executive suite in your organization and there will probably be a noticeable lack of women ...
Views: 2369(1 vote) - ***Bathroom Organizers: A Great Way to Maximize Space in Your Water Closet - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2010 from Get OrganizedAdmit it – your bathroom is the most neglected space in your house when it comes to organization. You always tell yourself that you’ll make time to organize your shower and underneath your sink, but it simply never happens. Often, bathrooms are some of the most used spaces in the home – with ...
Views: 3081(1 vote) - ***Be a Chest Talker and Watch What Happens When You Speak! - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2011 from Nancy DanielsDo you find that people do not pay as much attention to you as you might wish? Does you voice trail off at the end of your sentences, leaving your listeners struggling to understand what you are saying? Maybe the sound of your voice is strident and irritating or perhaps you speak so softly ...
Views: 6430(1 vote) - ***Be a love-finder, not a fault-finder - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2012 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneWe don’t really see with our eyes, we see with our minds and consciousness. Every thought we think is a lens we see through. And so in truth everything in life is perception and interpretation. If we choose to see faults in ourselves or others, we will find them. However, if we choose to be ...
Views: 2071(1 vote) - ***Be Distinct Or Be Extinct - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2008 from Sam ManferCustomers select one company from the others based on getting something that’s important “better” from the one. “Better” simply boils down to three (3) factors – more benefits, less risks, and least effort. Many believe selection is based on price. I say not true. A “better” deal – yes. ...
Views: 1847(1 vote) - ***Beating anemia with a good Iron supplement - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2013 from Jason BrunsonAlthough Iron is one of the most abundant metals on Earth, it may be hard to absorb it into the body. Would you eat a nail to get your iron? Well of course not! A nail, although made of iron is not in a form that the body can use. Iron in the wrong state cannot be absorbed by the body and isn’t ...
Views: 1987(1 vote) - ***Beating the Odds of Breaking your New Year’s Resolutions: Tips that Work - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2014 from Dr. LeslieBeth (LB) WishMany New Year’s resolutions are broken by the end of January. If that sentence describes you, don’t fret. New Year’s resolutions are hard to keep because we humans—and probably most primates—have brains that are designed for pleasurable sensations and encounters such as ...
Views: 1777(1 vote) - ***Beauty Is A Magnet to Living and Dressing with Style - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2011 from Gerri D SmithYour sense of style, fitness, and wellness require you to constantly improve, add to, and discover the ways you can enhance your image and self-esteem. You can create the desire to learn that there is more to image and style than what lies beyond your imagination. Your self-image is a ...
Views: 3823(2 votes) - ***Become a Boomer Entrepreneur - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comWritten by: Melodieann Whiteley I have spent a lot of time trying this product and that system only to wind up broke and disillusioned. “Make money while you sleep!” “Start your cash machine today.” Promises, promises. And I bought into every one of them. Can you make money on the internet ...
Views: 1881(1 vote) - ***Becoming A Magnet For Love - by Submitted on May 03, 2013 from Christy Whitman“How can I attract more love in my life?” This is a question I’ve been asked a lot recently – from coaching clients who are looking for their soulmates, and from a good friend whose recent divorce left a void in what used to be a very active social life. As I thought about the question as ...
Views: 4898(1 vote) - ***Becoming a more effective agent of change – and why it matters - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Mark HarrisonChange is everywhere. It is a thread which runs through every aspect of our lives, and so to be able to deal with change creatively is of vital importance. Not only do we need to be able to handle change that happens to us, but all of us have parts of our lives (often our jobs, but also in many ...
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