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- ***Desire Leads To Misery. - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Larry CraneDesire is the starting point for all suffering and misery. This statement goes against everything the so-called experts have always told us. It’s easy to check out the truth of the statement that, desire causes suffering and misery. Desire is wanting something. Desire is saying we need ...
Views: 2383 - Learning A Second Language As An Adult: Five Time-Tested Tips - by It's often said that children learn languages better than adults, but that doesn't mean you're out of luck if you're over the age of five and want to learn a second language. These days, you'll find lots of tools that will help make the process relatively quick and easy. Here's a primer.
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Views: 741 - Focus On Your Health And Your Weight Will Take Care Of Itself - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Dori SchwaigerEveryone writes about weight loss and diets these days so I wanted to write an information packed article about the benefits of good health. What most people don't realize is that when you focus your attentions on practicing the right steps towards a healthy vibrant lifestyle you will very ...
Views: 1331 - ***We Decide Our World Is Positive. - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Larry CraneWhen we read the newspapers or watch the television news shows we are reading or watching what people think about the world. They have gone out and gathered information about their view of the world. What we are reading or watching is their picture of the world, their consciousness of the ...
Views: 855 - The Emjoyable Road To Debt Freedom - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Tracy PiercyWith summer coming up, some of us are braving the high fuel prices and driving to family gatherings or favorite vacation spots. What route would you take? Any experienced road traveler will tell you that there are two ways to go: the quick way and the enjoyable way. The quick way usually ...
Views: 1068 - Points Of Contact - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Faith SeekingsThey say it takes seven points of contact to make a sale. I believe that number has changed recently with the number of additional messages we are bombarded with everyday on the internet (went from 300 to 3,000). What does that mean? People need to hear your name seven times to actually buy ...
Views: 714 - Honey, Bacteria's Worst Enemy - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Frank BuonanotteMedical grade honey is now being considered the most powerful weapon against infection because of the presence of extremely powerful antibacterial properties. Even though honey has been used as a wound dressing for thousands of years, recent studies have shown that one particular type of honey ...
Views: 1494 - ***How To Get Happy. - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Larry CraneThe world thinks that happiness lies in having, having things and people. If we can just get more of the things and people we can be happy, thinks the world. Never before in all of human history have we had more than we have today. Yet, never before has there been such misery and suffering. ...
Views: 1193 - ***How To Find Love. - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Larry CraneI was looking for love in all the wrong places, Looking for love in too many faces, Searching your eyes, looking for traces of what.. I'm dreaming of... Hopin' to find a friend and a lover, God bless the day I discover, another heart, lookin' for love; You probably recognize the words from the ...
Views: 1004 - Christian Gift Understands The Growing Need For Inspirational And Spiritual Gifts - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Tim YorkChristian Gift and their new Web site features Inspirational Christian Gifts and Spiritual Home Decor gifts, they are commited to helping others share their faith threw their family christian gifts store. The new Web site offers a wide selection of christian products to meet all of your ...
Views: 1396 - ***There Are No Impossibles - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2010 from Larry CraneEvery impossible, no matter how impossible, becomes immediately possible when you are released on it. Exactly what does this mean? It is simple. We have built up in our lives feelings that say, I can't. Imagine the opposite. Imagine I can. When we think of imagining, I can, a lot of ...
Views: 1631(1 vote) - Gina Stepp: Wired To Connect - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Gina SteppPeople who are good at maintaining important relationships in their lives have always instinctively known what researchers are now discovering: good relationships are crucial to our health and well-being. In Social Intelligence: The Revolutionary New Science of Human Relationships, Daniel ...
Views: 875 - Money And Abundance: Putting Things In Perspective - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Phillip MountroseHaving abundance means your needs and wants are amply filled. Abundance creates a zest for life, an excitement about the daily miracles that can occur at any moment. It includes appreciating what you already have and being excited about what you are creating. Abundance is a state of mind, where ...
Views: 2120 - The Key To Long-Term Prostate Health - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Paul RodgersJust because we are alive and our hearts are beating we assume our blood is moving as it should. Each year thousands of men are treated for inflamed prostates, in most cases those cases of prostatitis could have been prevented with the help of supplements for prostate health. The key to ...
Views: 877 - Getting Out Of Abusive Relationships - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Kaleah LaRocheI’ve been in several long-term relationships in my 40 something years, and I was always the one who made the decision to leave. It wasn’t always abuse that caused me to leave but normally it had to do with my asking the question “Why am I here?” Relationships, to me, ...
Views: 2349 - Why Sensitivity Training Is Insensitive And Patronizing - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Simma LiebermanI've often been asked if I "do sensitivity training" I found myself getting irritated by the very term "sensitivity training", and didn't know why I had such a visceral reaction. After spending time thinking about it, and talking to people who professed to be "sensitivity trainers' I realized ...
Views: 860 - 5 Ingredients Or Less - Do You Really Know What Is In Your Food? - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Meredith SobelDavid Katz, MD coined the term and the program, "nutrition detectives" to teach kids how to be able to read labels to distinguish healthy packaged foods from unhealthy packaged foods. To this end, the first problem that I have is that foods in packages are inherently unhealthy and I have been ...
Views: 1021 - The Imbalance Of Life/Work Balance - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Simma LiebermanDid you know the following? * Health Care expenses are almost 50% higher for Workers who report high levels of stress * People who experience work/life imbalance are three times more likely to suffer from heart problems, infections, injuries, mental health problems and back pain, and five ...
Views: 956 - The Confidence Factor - Getting Yourself Known - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Georgee LowConfidence is one of the keys to your success as a business owner. It is said that if you have confidence you hold one of the greatest secrets to success. Confidence is something that comes from within. Are you confident enough to get your business out there in a big way? Does this thought ...
Views: 1001 - A Permanent Recovery? - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Recoveries AnonymousOne of the main misconceptions about the Twelve Step Program is that you cannot have a permanent recovery. This is not true! In the Multilith Big Book, on page 28, in the bottom paragraph, Bill refutes this. He says that the decision we make in Step Three "can have little permanent effect unless ...
Views: 2368 - Business Credit Article #1 - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Trent LeeBuild Good Business Credit by Not Making It Personal When you need to borrow money to grow your existing business, wouldn’t you like to walk into a bank and know that you stand the best possible chance of being approved? Of course you would, but do you know how to get your business to that ...
Views: 757 - Stay At Home Mom's Business Opportunity-Is There One With A Heart? - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Pablo TerrerosI've heard it said that rich people are snobs who don't care about anyone but themselves. You probably have observed wealthy people, either close or from afar, who seem to live this out. For those who do not have wealth, it often causes feeling of disdain. To a point, it can lead one the ...
Views: 758 - Having Trouble Modifying Your Behavior? - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2011 from Robert FritchieIn our self-healing workshops, we teach a very real principle called the LOVE SWITCH. I know! I know! At first blush it sounds like a sissy statement if you are a guy, but hear me out. The SWITCH is a real problem that you need to know about if you want to be well and stay well. Many ...
Views: 1993 - Six Great Ways To Ruin A Brainstorm. - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Paul SloaneThe brainstorm (or thought shower as some people now call it) is the most popular group creativity exercise in business. It is quick, easy and it works. But many organizations have become frustrated with brainstorms and have stopped using them. They say brainstorms are old-fashioned and no ...
Views: 1080 - Why Is There Pain - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Pullikattil SimonThere are many questions the answers to which we don’t know. Why did God create us and why is there pain? We have to go for an interview with God to find out the answer. Why did he not leave us in the spirit instead of making us a physical being? Why did he not make man a good person, ...
Views: 830 - The Ultimate Guide To Managing Your Emails - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Tracey LawtonEmail management is a major source of overwhelm for many solo business owners; I only have to read my new subscriber notices every day to know this! When I asked my subscribers what their biggest office headache is email is right up there with the rest of them! Comments such as: "Emails - ...
Views: 894 - Learning To Trade Forex: For Rookies - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Johnnie SiuIf you're interested in learning to trade Forex, you're in good company. It's not tough to get started trading on the Currency Exchange market, but there are some things you'll need to learn before you get started, particularly the history of the currency exchange market and all of the factors ...
Views: 702 - Diets To Control High Blood Pressure - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Alvin HopkinsonThere are changes we can adopt into our diets to control high blood pressure. Adopting a healthy eating plan is a two prong approach as it prevents the development of having a high blood pressure and lowers an existing elevated blood pressure. Fiber Rich Diet Having a diet that has a huge ...
Views: 846(1 vote) - Common High Blood Pressure Medications - Know These 8 Types - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Alvin HopkinsonThere are eight common medications used to treat high blood pressure. While many people dealing with hypertension will possibly be prescribed a combination of a variety of these medications, the amount of medication needed depends greatly on the type and the level of severity of the illness. ...
Views: 802(1 vote) - Common Blood Pressure Medications For Stage 1 Hypertension - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Alvin HopkinsonThe National High Blood Pressure Education Program is an association that consist of professional, public, voluntary and federal agencies. This association has established guidelines with regards with the type of common blood pressure medication to be used to control your high blood ...
Views: 833(1 vote) - Causes Of High Blood Pressure - The Silent Killer - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Alvin HopkinsonThe causes of high blood pressure are still unknown to many medical researchers, although risk factors have been discovered. Only a small percent of hypertension cases have a clear cause. High blood pressure that is diagnosed with a clear cause of how the patient obtained the illness is ...
Views: 710(1 vote) - Caffeine and High Blood Pressure - What's The Link? - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Alvin HopkinsonMany things that we eat actually contain caffeine which is a mild stimulant. Food such as certain soft drinks, chocolate, tea and coffee all contain certain amount of caffeine. Consuming too much caffeine can result in us feeling jittery and nervous. More importantly, caffeine has also an effect ...
Views: 860(1 vote) - Prostate Cancer - Treatment Or Overtreatment? - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from James OcchiogrossoAccording to the American Cancer Society, prostate cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer in men. In 2007, it is estimated that nearly 220,000 cases were diagnosed, and that there were approximately 27,000 deaths due to the disease. [1] For most men, such a diagnosis is devastating, ...
Views: 1287 - Control Household Humidity With The Advanced NewAir AD-400 Dehumidifier - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Jeanie WongDry indoor air can contribute to cracked and warped furniture; dry throat and skin; and static shocks. On the other hand, excess moisture levels can also result in a range of problems. Besides causing discomfort to occupants, excess moisture levels in a building can damage furnishings; promote ...
Views: 763 - Blood Pressure -- 9 Steps To Rein In A Skyrocketing Blood Pressure - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Lisa NelsonIf you live with high blood pressure, you’re familiar with the side effects of anti-hypertensive medications. Fortunately, medications are not the only way to rein in high blood pressure. Lifestyle plays a key role. By altering some choices you make, you can avoid or reduce the need for ...
Views: 1352(1 vote) - Where are You In The Hierarchy? - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Sandra MartiniThere is what I call a “Hierarchy of Connection” – the higher the level of your connection, the more credibility you have and the more likely prospects are to turn into clients and refer others to you – think of this as the “know, like and trust” factor you hear so much about. Each experience ...
Views: 676 - How Can I Barbecue My Food and Not Worry About Carcinogens? - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Susan PiergeorgeThe way we prepare our foods can be as important as how we select them. Cooking foods at high temperatures for a period of time changes their molecular structure. For example, when starchy foods such as potato and cereal products are cooked at a high temperature for a period of time (such as in ...
Views: 1365 - ***Don't Pay Attention To The News. - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Larry CraneThe News is putting us in the tank. Read all about it. If you dare, read the newspapers, the internet news, and if you are really daring turn on the 24 hour news networks. See what they are all saying about the Economy, the gas prices, the mortgage situation, credit card debt, inflation, ...
Views: 832 - Prenuptial Agreements - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Maury BeaulierAsking serious questions about how you see finances in the marriage partnership may save you pain and money later - and might even save your marriage. A premarital agreement may also be called an antenuptial agreement. The terms are synonymous. Prenuptial or antenuptial agreements refer to ...
Views: 1015 - ACHIEVING RELATIONSHIP EXCELLENCE - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Dirk ZellerAs a real estate Agent, your success depends on the quality and durability of the relationships you build with your clients, and the one and only way to build solid, enduring relationships is to deliver excellent, unrivaled service. To be an outstanding Agent you need to lavish your clients with ...
Views: 825 - ACCOMPLISH TEAM TRAINING THROUGH MONKEY SEE . . . MONKEY DO - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Dirk ZellerMost of the learning we do in life is from observed behavior. This observed behavior happens in all environments from work to home. A few months ago, my wife, Joan, came to me because of observed behavior that Wesley, my five-year-old son, picked up. Joan was driving home from errands with ...
Views: 1030 - Marketing as a Spiritual Practice - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Allison Bliss“Marketing as a Spiritual Practice” “Marketing as a spiritual practice.” It sounds contradictory – how can sales and promotion possibly be considered spiritual? But the secret is, once you truly understand that marketing isn’t all about struggle, jargon, ...
Views: 1064 - ABE LINCOLN'S AXE - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Dirk ZellerHow much time do you spend improving your skills daily or even weekly? The skills of selling real estate include our listing presentation, follow-up systems, prospecting, negotiating, and qualifying, to name a few. It’s your mind, what you say, how you say it. How much time do we ...
Views: 1084 - Do Nice Employees Finish Last? - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Kelli SmithIt's an age-old question that comes in many forms. Do nice employees finish last? Is it better to be feared than loved? Does the squeaky wheel really get the grease? As much as the business world is portrayed as cold and heartless, it is not necessarily true that nice employees finish last, or ...
Views: 736 - Why You Need a Marketing Coach - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Allison Bliss"Why You Need a Great Marketing Coach" How can business owners earn their highest possible income, while maximizing their valuable time? Here’s the secret no business professional can afford to overlook: a Marketing Coach will keep you on track. Just exactly what does a Marketing Coach ...
Views: 866 - An Online MBA Degree, Two Years Later - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Kelli SmithAn online MBA graduate reflects on her graduate program two years later, recalling the experience and discussing how the degree has helped boost her career in educational administration. When it comes to career advancement, performance is only half the equation. The other half is education. But ...
Views: 862 - Should I Get Help From a Career Counselor? - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Kelli SmithWith thousands of workers being laid off, the competition for jobs should be strong. A career counselor may be able to help people become more focused and strategic about their job search. Most people would probably rather get a root canal than hunt for a new job. Whether a person has been ...
Views: 684 - Successful Career Change Stories from Real-Life "Second Acts" - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Kelli SmithConventional wisdom among professional recruiters holds that a typical American changes jobs between seven and ten times during his or her lifetime. However, a growing number of professionals have started to change their careers entirely, not just their employers. In fact, with career lines ...
Views: 712 - Five Reasons You Need Job Training - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Kelli SmithJob seekers should take heart because millions of great jobs could be on the way. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the over 78 million baby boomer's who constitute more than a third of our workforce are now beginning to retire. Since boomer's have had far fewer children than their parents, ...
Views: 798 - Opportunities Abound for Bilingual Workers - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Kelli Smith¿Habla usted español? The nation's Hispanic community is nearly 33 million people strong and pumps almost a trillion dollars annually into the U.S. economy. This powerful group is only expected to grow stronger in the coming years, increasing the need for bilingual proficiency in the ...
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