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- The Power Of Inspiration - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2006 from James BecherTHE POWER OF INSPIRATION By James M. Becher 484 words INSPIRATION can be a powerful thing. It can keep you going when all around you cries out "quit!" It is even more powerful than motivation. Motivation gives you your basic reasons to keep going. But inspiration fills those reasons with ...
Views: 872 - Foods For Optimum Health - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2006 from Clare EvansOne of the important things we need to do to ensure a good balance in our lives, is to be aware of what we eat , so that we can have optimum health. There are certain foods that contain high amounts of beneficial substances – antioxidant vitamins and minerals and beta-carotene that can help ...
Views: 1624 - What Moves You? By Coach DQ, CPCC, PCC - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2006 from Dawn Quesnel"What moves you?" by Coach DQ I sat quietly on the porch and listened - a rustling in the garden, chirping across the way, wind ruffling the leaves of the trees. I sat quietly on the porch and felt - a cooling breeze, a connection to the squirrels silently busy gathering dinner, peace at being ...
Views: 950 - Sanity Saver #11: Balance Being and Doing - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2006 from Stephanie MarstonRemember when your mother or father said, “If something’s worth doing, it’s worth doing well”? Well it’s not quite that black and white, especially not today. There are very few things worth doing well and there are an endless number of things not worth doing at all. But in between are numerous ...
Views: 1429 - The Mind of Sport - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2006 from Tom NicoliAnswer this: Are you at the top of your game? I’ll bet the teeth I need to chew a delicious steak that you’re not. And how do I know this? Because the greatest asset we all have for improvement and peak performance is ignored and dismissed. But those who know better and rise to the top sit back ...
Views: 1155 - Skyrocket Personal Success - What the Experts Say - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2006 from Tom NicoliSkyrocket Personal Success – What the Experts Say by Tom Nicoli, BCH, CI. www.skyrocketpersonalsuccess.com Ah, success. The word either creates a warm feeling or makes you feel scared to death. If it scares you, I believe it’s mainly because you don’t have the tools to become as successful as ...
Views: 1216 - Daughters of the Revolution - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2006 from Yolanda CardenAmerican girls today are the daughters of the revolution -- the first generation that is reaping the full benefits of the women's movement. Their mothers and grandmothers fought and won the battles that produced the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, giving women the right to vote. They ...
Views: 1358 - 6 Things to Consider When Naming Your Baby - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2006 from Anne WolskiHave you ever considered the immense responsibility in choosing a name for your child? This is not just something that sounds good at the time but it is the choice of your child’s identity for life. A name, though not necessarily unique, reflects how your child is known. Hence, the importance in ...
Views: 1016 - 10 Things You Should Know About Raising a Baby - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2006 from Anne WolskiSo¡Kyou are now the proud parents of your beautiful baby but how much do you know about looking after him or her? Having a baby can be the most joyous event in your life but it can also be the most intimidating. There is no instruction book and it is therefore important that you know about some ...
Views: 1211 - Noticing Happiness - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2010 from Gina LakeIf you notice, you will see that happiness is already here. Still, no matter how good life may be, the ego says no to it: “It would be better if….” “I will be happy when….” As long as we don’t follow those thoughts, we will be happy. But usually we give our attention to the ego’s rejection of ...
Views: 1011 - Considering A New Yoga Teacher Or Yoga Class - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2006 from Segovia SmithTry the Class Yourself Recommendations for a yoga teacher from a friend may be good but you must check the class out for yourself. What works perfectly for a friend may not be a good fit for you. Even if you know what school or style of yoga you prefer, classes vary according to the individual ...
Views: 1552(1 vote) - Desiring What Is - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2009 from Daniel ErwayBuddha said that desire is the root of all suffering. He didn’t say most of the suffering or much of the suffering but all of it. Every single contraction of being is caused by desire. Because desire is such a powerful force, it is worth looking into. As powerful as desire is, every desire ...
Views: 1618(2 votes) - How Goals Unleash the Superhero Inside You! - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2006 from Jill KoenigWithin every human being, exists an infinite supply of creativity, strength and wonder. You are capable of more than you know. Let me tell you about a real life Superhero I know. His name is Mike Berkson. Mike Berkson was born a few minutes after his twin brother David, on February 4th, 1989. ...
Views: 1584 - Do You Think She Likes Me? - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2006 from Dr. Dennis NederHi there, I'm 18 years old and I can't seem to get any friendly advice from anyone about this girl I like so maybe you can help me out! I met a girl over at the local community college this past week, and I can already tell that I'm developing a major crush on her! She is absolutely beautiful! ...
Views: 1169 - Who's Your Guru? - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2006 from Brian AndersonThe other day I was talking to a guy at the health club I just joined. (Never had time when I was working for someone else.) We started talking about our personal trainers. If you aren't familiar with the term, these are fitness experts who are educated to design work-out routines based on an ...
Views: 851 - Find Your Strength - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2006 from Aaron PottsAs Dr. John Hagelin says in the amazing movie ‘The Secret’, “You can have, do, or be ANYTHING”. Rev. Dr. Michael Beckwith backs him up in the same movie when he says, “You could start with nothing, and out of nothing, and out of no way - a way will be made”. These are powerful statements and ...
Views: 881 - Tough Life Questions: The How and the Why - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2006 from Amy PotavinAs a Professional Coach, I am frequently asked, "why is thisso hard?" Now this question often comes in many different forms, suchas "Why is such-and-such at my job so hard?" Or, "Why isaddressing this issue with my child, spouse, family sohard?" Or, "Why is it so hard to accept this thing ...
Views: 904 - Being Unique is a Good Thing... Isn't It? - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2009 from C.J. HaydenNew entrepreneurs frequently hear the advice to "be unique" in their marketing. The basic idea is a valuable one -- to get attention in a crowded marketplace, you must stand out in some way. Distinguishing your product or service from the competition can make your marketing more effective. ...
Views: 1639 - 25 Things I Wish I'd Known in my 20's - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Becky Waters1. The only thing you have control over is yourself. Trying to control other people or things is a waste of time and energy. 2. Holding on to something or someone is the best way to lose it. The tighter the grip, the faster they run. 3. You create your life experiences one thought at a ...
Views: 1409 - Creativity - Let Go and Let it Flow! - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Becky WatersCreativity – the ability to make, cause to be, become or bring into existence. We all have this ability. It’s not just for writers, artists, musicians and other “creative types.” It doesn’t happen only when you write a poem or paint a picture. Creativity happens anytime you combine ideas in a ...
Views: 2900 - A Self Image Makeover That Anyone Can Do: Eliminate Depression, Anxiety and Melancholy and Start Making New Friends - by Do you want to change your life? Are you reading tons of self-help books and trying to do your affirmations every day, desperate to feel better about yourself? How is that working? Self help books and affirmations didn’t work for Lori* but she made major progress with Emotional Freedom ...
Views: 1765 - How to Exercise your Nervous System - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2006 from Gary AmesYou exercise your cardio-vascular system with aerobics. You strengthen your muscular system with weight training. You watch your diet to avoid toxins and supply nutrients. All these good things promote health and vitality. But what have you done for your brain lately? It’s the most important ...
Views: 26292(6 votes) - Freelance Copywriting Clients - Are Yours Peppermint, Bitter Lemon or Pure Humbug? - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2006 from MIKE BEESONFreelance Copywriting Clients – Are Yours Peppermint, Bitter Lemon or Pure Humbug? So you set yourself up as a freelance copywriter. You’ve always fancied yourself as an advertising copywriting sort of person. So what’s stopping you scaling the heights of fame and fortune as a true ...
Views: 937 - How to Achieve Your Goals with EASE - by The change in seasons will traditionally bring with it new creation. Change brings about new life, growth and development all with it the possibility of creating new opportunities for ourselves. Any time of change (whether it be a change of season, career, relationship, living situation or even ...
Views: 862 - Biofeedback the Path to Healing - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2006 from Michelle TooleYou probably have heard about Biofeedback Therapy. And may even have an idea of how this form of therapy helps improve your health. But before I tell you more about this technique, I have to tell you how much I truly believe that without it I would not have made the strides in my health that I ...
Views: 2141(2 votes) - Internet marketing customer service : Mike Filsaime is wrong! - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2006 from Nathalie FisetFirst, let me make it absolutely clear that I totally respect Mike Filsaime and I think he is a great Internet Marketer. Maybe I just wanted to get your attention with my headline or maybe I just want to share with you my personal experience. You be the judge of this. My simple point today is ...
Views: 1066 - Getting over the fear - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2006 from Wayne PoeWhat's your fear? Is it fear of being laughed at in front of a large crowd? Is it fear of being rejected? I'll tell you what my fears were (still are): * Fear of being humiliated, laughed at in front of a crowd * I fear being rejected by friends, family and new people I meet The ...
Views: 980 - Forget The Cures, Find The Cause - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2006 from Rayna GangiUnderstanding holistic health means understanding your roots and your connection to Earth and Heaven. The Earth, we’ve been taught, is one of nine or more planets in a solar system. It has a history, a geology, a topography and many electro-magnetic forces that create and allow life. It has ...
Views: 1052 - Recovered memories of childhood abuse - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2006 from Jane RowanWhy are memories of abuse so often hidden? This is a really hard question for people in recovery from abuse, for therapists, and for researchers. In my case, I didn’t recognize one of my early childhood memories as a memory of abuse until I was in my fifties. Then physical memories started to ...
Views: 1815 - I Need You…I Need You Not: Is Needing Part of the Love Equation? - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2006 from Gabriella KortschWhy is it that so often when we feel we are in love, we also feel we are in bondage if anything happens to shake the feeling of “security” in the love? Why does love so often make us dependent on the other person? Shouldn’t love be a marvelous and freeing feeling rather than these other ...
Views: 926(2 votes) - The Essence of Meditation - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2006 from Hieu DoanMeditation is the practice of realization. In the beginning it seems that we are developing concentration, objectivity, visualization and certain perceptions - whatever the focus of our meditation is. With practice we come to understand that these states have always been there. There has always ...
Views: 3364 - How Leaders Can Achieve More by Doing Less - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2006 from Kevin EikenberryEvery leader I’ve ever talked with has been busy. Some are more stressed by their workload than others, but the reality of work today is that we all (leaders included) have plenty to do. Which should make the title of this article of great interest, I mean, who wouldn’t be interested in better ...
Views: 1091 - Moving from Anger to a Healthy Assertiveness - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2006 from Lynette HoyMoving from Anger to Healthy Assertiveness Lynette Hoy, NCC, LCPC All of us have experienced anger. Some of us have cringed under the rage in our families, struggled with it in our souls, felt it toward our friends, co-workers and loved ones. Some of us have shocked others with volcanoes of ...
Views: 1151 - Business Success is Influence! - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2006 from Rosemary HossenloppRosemary Hossenlopp © 2006 All Rights Reserved Do you feel frustrated when sales prospects don’t return your calls? Does your anxiety about paying your bills give off a “I’m frantic to get a sale look?” When you are successful business owner you have a platform to position your product or ...
Views: 743 - The Law Of Attraction: Overcome Negative Thinking - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2006 from Trevor EmdonYou’re born, then you die. Those, apart from taxes apparently, are the only two certainties about your life. Between those two events you’ll have desires – endless desires! Some will be pure fantasy, but many can be manifested into the world of physical reality if you just follow some simple ...
Views: 2961 - Burn the Ships - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2006 from Rachelle Disbennett-Lee, PhDOne of the keys to reaching your goals is to eliminate any escape routes. It is tempting to retreat to safety and comfort when challenges and difficulties arise. To avoid turning around and abandoning your goals, you must make going forward more compelling then going back. When striving towards ...
Views: 1058 - Filling Up Externally, Filling Up Internally - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2006 from Margaret PaulWe all love to feel full inside, which is one of the reasons why eating too much is such a challenge for a lot of people. Yet, as soon as the food digests, many people go back to feeling empty, searching around for more food or something else to fill them up again. Feeling empty feels so awful ...
Views: 2804 - Turning an Idea into Reality - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2006 from Steven ListSeveral years ago, I was riding to a Toastmasters District 55 event with my good friend David Brooks. David and I are both professional speakers, and are both actively involved in electronic marketing. To be clear, I distinguish electronic marketing from Internet Marketing. In my terms: * ...
Views: 1074 - Organizational Leadership: 3 Principles For Higher Leadership Effectiveness - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2006 from Wally AdamchikAs a Marine Aviator, business owner, and consultant, I have dedicated many years to honing my leadership and development skills – both organizational and personal. In my experiences I discovered three simple principles that, when properly applied, will make your leadership journey incredibly ...
Views: 2148 - Getting the Best out of People: Focus on Strengths - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2006 from Duncan GotobedThink back to when you were choosing a career path. For many people, this process involved figuring out what they did best, and just as importantly, knowing their weaknesses. This was important, because it was useful to know both what we were good at and what needed improvement, which ...
Views: 854 - Accept, Serve, & Flow - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2006 from Jennifer LoudenI sat down to write about the self-nurturing essential of receiving -- love, energy, compliments, ideas, gifts, the Divine – and I didn't want to write. I kept putting it off, doing anything but writing... and then it hit me when I was out walking... I haven't been receiving so how I can I ...
Views: 1057 - Stress: Eliminate it From Your Life and Make Happiness Your Normal Lifestyle - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2006 from Joanie WinbergIs happiness and the feeling of gratitude what you feel on a daily basis or is stress and the feeling of being overwhelmed seem like a normal lifestyle? Has the feeling of being overwhelmed become so familiar that you don't know any other way to live your life? Being happy is a choice you ...
Views: 1075 - Getting the Best out of People: Focus on Strengths - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2006 from Duncan GotobedThink back to when you were choosing a career path. For many people, this process involved figuring out what they did best, and just as importantly, knowing their weaknesses. This was important, because it was useful to know both what we were good at and what needed improvement, which ...
Views: 878 - Letting go of Mr. J. - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2006 from Tony MasielloMeet Mr. J., a grade school librarian. Through the years, many students came through the halls of this particular school and they all adored Mr. J. He had a way with children by knowing each student by his/her name and making all of them feel special. It was not unusual to walk past the library ...
Views: 808 - Family Rules and Healthy Child Self Esteem - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2006 from Lori RadunWhen you reflect on your role as a mom, what objectives seem most important to you? Very few moms would disagree that it’s important to try and raise our children to be loving, happy and responsible adults. Although we all have different ideas on how we’re going to do that, there is a general ...
Views: 2929 - Getting the Best out of People: Focus on Strengths - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2006 from Duncan GotobedThink back to when you were choosing a career path. For many people, this process involved figuring out what they did best, and just as importantly, knowing their weaknesses. This was important, because it was useful to know both what we were good at and what needed improvement, which ...
Views: 1019 - Five Sure-Fire Tips For Writing A Winning Resume - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2006 from Heather EagarResume writing can be a real task for anyone, even if you have several years of experience in your job. Resume writing is in part an art, but mainly it is a science that plays upon the psyche of the reader. Leaving your resume written unscientifically will jeopardize your job prospects. There ...
Views: 1275(1 vote) - Be Prepared for Any Interview Question - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2006 from Heather EagarThings can go really against you despite your thorough preparation for just a couple of ‘types’ of interview questions. However, it is possible to ignore or forget the other types of possible interview questions. This brings us to different ‘types’ of interview questions, along with traditional ...
Views: 938 - From Cancer to Yoga: A Story of Healing and Transformation - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2006 from Karen HallIn 1996 Kerrie Hamner was shocked to learn that a harmless-looking mole on her left thigh was actually melanoma. After surgery to remove a large area around the melanoma, the doctor assured Kerrie that she was now cancer-free. But two years later, when she was just 25 years old, Kerrie learned ...
Views: 1098(1 vote) - Know the Difference Between a Task and a Privilege. - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2006 from Julie Clark Robinson“One hundred years from now, it will not matter what my bank account was, how big my house was, or what kind of car I drove. But the world may be a little better, because I was important in the life of a child.” --Forest Witcraft I had been feeling something ugly brewing for days – probably ...
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