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- The Art of Living in Grace - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2004 from Kimberley SimonWe don't see things as they are, we see them as we are. ~ Anais Nin Living in Grace takes commitment to practise a new way of thinking and BEing. We have been so well trained to focus on our old story and believe that the story is reality ... and so it will be. To start living in grace, change ...
Views: 1312(1 vote) - Abundance of money - abundance of love - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2010 from Halina GoldsteinHow much happiness is there in a piece of paper with the word "happiness" printed upon it?It depends on the person who holds that piece of paper... How much value is there in a 100 dollar bill? Same thing... If you think you're poor and have just enough to make ends meet, an unexpected 100 ...
Views: 1733(2 votes) - After a Crisis or Trauma - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2004 from Susan DunnCrises and traumas change our lives. We talk about Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome, but did you know they can also change us for the better? There is also a Post traumatic Stress Growth Syndrome. Many people come out of crises stronger and more resilient, and have learned many new life ...
Views: 1127(1 vote) - Sunshine and smiles are everywhere… Where's yours? - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2004 from Glenda GibbsSunshine and smiles are everywhere… Where's yours? It's there I know it is! See… Life is too short to be complacent and accept life-suck moments as reality. Yet as I write this, I know of many who are caught in this limiting belief. I used to be. It doesn't have to be that way! The matrix ...
Views: 1333(1 vote) - Listening is Sexy - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2004 from Susie CortrightActive listening makes your mate feel worthy, appreciated, interesting, and respected. Besides the physical act of sex itself, it is one of the most important things you can do to solidify your friendship and strengthen intimacy. When active listening occurs, ordinary conversations emerge on a ...
Views: 1222(1 vote) - The Gifts of Dying and Death - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2011 from Maria DohertySadness sears my soul today Words will not come for tears Greyness shadows healing light Lost in a darkness I fear to name. Death must come and come it will Loss and grief the price we pay For the giving of our hearts. I look at you and see our parting I look at you and sense ...
Views: 2147(1 vote) - Calcium - The Key To Quick Weight Loss - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2004 from Priya Florence ShahCopyright © 2004 Priya Shah Are you dieting your way to bone loss? Are you aware that the diet you follow may be depleting your bones of essential nutrients and increasing your chances of developing osteoporosis? Popular diets may promise quick weight loss, but calcium and other ...
Views: 1774(1 vote) - Ten Common Sense Rules for Fathers - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2004 from Mark BrandenburgThere are a lot of fairly sophisticated parentingtechniques and ideas out there that are attractingattention. To be an effective father, you can skipmost of them and concentrate on common sense rulesthat have always worked. They won’t always makeyou the most popular Dad, but they’ll always ...
Views: 2127(1 vote) - Anger Management Classes - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2004 from Ari NovickAnger is one emotion we all have. For some of us anger is the primary way we express our needs when we get upset. What is interesting about anger is that it is usually a response to some other emotion we are having. Really give it some thought. Think about the last time you were really ...
Views: 4374(1 vote) - Anxiety in Public Speaking - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2012 from Richard HighsmithPUBLISHING GUIDELINES: You have permission to publish this article electronically or in print, free of charge, as long as the bylines are included. A courtesy copy of your publication would be appreciated. Anxiety in Public Speaking By: Richard M. Highsmith, M.S. “I can’t believe I ...
Views: 2210(1 vote) - Survival Tips for Office Heroes - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2004 from Maya FrostThis one goes out to all you administrative professionals out there. That’s right. YOU. Not your boss. Not the guy down the hall who demands everyone’s attention. No. This is YOUR thing. You work hard, and all of your energy goes into making things run smoothly and helping your employer ...
Views: 1502(1 vote) - Why You Never Ask to Spend the Night on a First Date - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2004 from Don DiebelThis article is based upon advice for your first date with single women. Here's a first date scenario that I will be covering. It goes like this: Your first date is going very well. There seems to be a lot of physical chemistry between you. You even exchange some passionate kisses during ...
Views: 5157 - Are You Heart Smart? - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2010 from Michelle CastoAre You Heart Smart? How to Enhance Your Emotional Quotient By Michelle L. Casto You don’t have to be Albert Einsten to be smart, although having a high IQ has been associated with being intelligent. Having a high IQ means that you are “head smart.” If you have a high IQ, you are good ...
Views: 2163 - How a Bicycle Helmet Saved Mother's Day - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2004 from Lucy MacDonaldApart from the fact that I am the mother of four, Mother’s Day holds an added significance for me thanks to a life-saving bicycle helmet. It was Mother's Day in 1992 and my husband was in the kitchen preparing his traditional Sunday dinner. The phone rang and a strange voice told us that our ...
Views: 1404 - Five Tips for Working at Home with Kids - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2004 from Susie CortrightYou can stay at home with your children while still advancing in your career. So how do you make it work? Here are a few tips: 1. Control your environment. A clearly designated office will help you stay on task. And an organized workspace will help minimize distractions and make the most of ...
Views: 1375 - Book Excerpt: Fresh Choices: More Than 100 Easy Recipes for Pure Food When You Can't Buy 100% Organic - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2004 from Yolanda CardenSmart Picks among Conventionally Grown Fruit While Americans ate 28 percent more fresh fruit in 2000 than in the 1970s, current U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) figures show that we could be doing better. Less than 40 percent of American adults and only 26 percent of children over the age ...
Views: 1525 - How to Let Go of Stress - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2004 from Burt GoldmanMost Problems are Caused by Stress Again and again you hear it: Problems are caused by stress. Doctors, psychologists, psychiatrists, and alternate healing specialists all say the same thing: stress causes problems. Illness, obesity, sleeplessness, job burnout, marital breakups, family ...
Views: 4369(1 vote) - How to Deal with Your Mother-In-Law - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2004 from Debbie MandelJust the word, mother-in-law, fills the heart with trepidation and self-doubt. This woman has assumed mythic proportions wielding criticism, guilt and coldness. When she visits, you feel like the inspector general has marched into your home. When she interacts with the children, she is ...
Views: 6885(1 vote) - How to Create and Run a MasterMind Group - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2004 from Karyn GreenstreetThere is synergy of energy, commitment, and excitement that participants bring to a MasterMind Group. The beauty of MasterMind Groups is that participants raise the bar by challenging each other to create and implement goals, brainstorm ideas, and support each other with total honesty, respect ...
Views: 1206 - Healing Blade - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2004 from Darlene MontgomeryI stood, spade in hand, preparing to dig in the moist soil. My plan was to widen the edge of the garden to make space for still more perennials and annuals. I stood on the shovel, putting my weight behind the long blade, and pushed into the soil. Pulling back the sod, I noticed an object exposed ...
Views: 1218 - Book Excerpt: The Teen Code: How to Talk to Us About Sex, Drugs, and Everything Else -- Teenagers Reveal What Works Best - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2004 from Yolanda CardenPreparation, preparation, preparation. That is really what all talks are for, to prepare us for tough situations that we might or might not encounter and have to handle by ourselves in the future. And as far as tough situations go, drug use -- where our decisions could potentially threaten our ...
Views: 1538 - The Power Of Your Words - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2004 from Michael MurphyYou are where you are in your life right now because of the power of words. Stop for a moment and take stock of where you are in your life's journey right now. Picture where you are on the staircase of your own life's destiny. Imagine for a minute, your goals and your dreams, of where your ...
Views: 1377 - The Power of Equilibrium Thinking - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2004 from prateep philipENHANCE EQ, SQ AND PQ THROUGH EQUILIBRIUM THINKING: THE SIMPLEST BUT MOST EFFECTIVE METHOD EVER DISCOVERED “Wars begin in the minds of men” – UN Charter. Crimes, disorder and disease also begin in the minds of men. To address crime, disorder and disease effectively one has to start with the ...
Views: 3842 - Effective Communication: Tell Them What Time It Is, Not How to Build a Watch - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2004 from Susan DunnWe’ve all had people like this working for us, or with us. People who couldn’t communicate their knowledge in a way that was effective, engaging, informative and interesting. What a waste of talent! Do we have an obligation to make what we say interesting? No, but if we want people to listen ...
Views: 960(1 vote) - DIFFERENT APPROACHES TO MEDITATION - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2012 from Talia ManaMeditation isn’t necessarily measured breathing techniques, mantras and new-age music. It is possible to meditate in any number of positions - lying, sitting, standing - and it is possible to meditate while indulging in other activities. Meditation is a state where your mind is uncluttered ...
Views: 1689(1 vote) - Women - Speak Out and Increase Your Self-worth! - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2004 from Alison FinchHave you ever wished that you had the CONFIDENCE TO SPEAK OUT about something you disapprove of or disagree with? Maybe you'd like to tell your boss that there's a better way to do something, or that you don't like being treated in a certain way. Maybe you're sick of people taking you for ...
Views: 2712(2 votes) - THE HALL OF MIRRORS - by When we were young, our parents introduced us to the concepts of right &wrong and good & bad. In effect, we ended up inheriting a lot of theirjudgments about the world. When we complied with their view of what wasappropriate, they applauded us and we were rewarded - when we veered ...
Views: 1732(1 vote) - IF YOU'D LIKE TO KNOW WHY READING MATTERS - by HERE ARE SOME OF THE REASONS WHY READING IS SO IMPORTANT FOR CHILDREN.
WHY DO WE TELL CHILDREN TO READ ?
We're always telling children that books and reading are good for them, but have we ever really thought about why that's true ? Exactly what do older children get out of reading novels ? ...
Views: 1139(1 vote) - Present for Success: Project Confidence During Your Next Presentation - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2004 from Dana Bristol-SmithTomorrow’s the day and you’re dreading it. You’re scheduled to give a presentation to the senior management team about the new program you’re proposing. You’re excited and enthusiastic about the program but nervous and anxious about the presentation. You don’t know how you’ll manage to sleep ...
Views: 3605(1 vote) - Traveling Out Of Body - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2004 from Keith VarnumI can see the cops coming! They're a good thousand feet away. I can clearly make out their uniforms and swinging nightsticks. How can I be seeing this? I didn't dare mention it to my fellow underage drinking mates lounging with me on the grassy knoll in the park. Am I making this up? Projecting ...
Views: 1192(1 vote) - Supercharge Your Dreams! - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2004 from Keith VarnumWe all accept the fact that the lighter the backpack, the easier and quicker the climb to the top of the mountain. We all understand that the lighter the load on an airplane, the higher and faster it can fly. We pay extra for high octane fuel so our car will operate more efficiently. Then why ...
Views: 1161(1 vote) - Simple home test can help prevent tooth & gum decay - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2004 from Thomas CornwellA simple test will reveal whether you will be at risk for tooth and gum disease, says New York businessman. Thomas Cornwell, Elmira, NY says a quick, painless oral test can tell whether you have a high count of decay-causing bacteria in your mouth. It can also indicate what you need to do to ...
Views: 1000(1 vote) - Attracting New Business on a Shoestring Budget - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2004 from Kelley RobertsonIn a recent marketing workshop I attended, I discovered that most business owners rely on just two or three strategies to attract new business. Even well-established companies tend to rely on one or two strategies. However, there is a multitude of ways to drive new business to your door. Here ...
Views: 982(1 vote) - Network Marketing 101 : for Beginners - by You¹ve just decided to make THE move. You are considering joining a Network Marketing Company. Maybe you¹ve already found one. Great!
You¹ve spent some time evaluating the best ones, with the best products, the best compensation plan, the best trainingŠ and finally you have made your choice. ...
Views: 5278(1 vote) - How To Use The Past, Future, And Present In Attaining Success - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2004 from Michael LeeDid you know that your past, future, and present can affectdirectly or indirectly your outlook in life? THE PAST Have you ever done something that is so regrettable you couldn'tforgive yourself? Have you ever made a mistake that up to the present time you're still blaming yourself? Are you ...
Views: 974(1 vote) - Top Ten Habits that Help You Manage Your Stress - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2004 from Linda DessauToday we have more stress in our lives than ever before – good stress, bad stress, red stress, blue stress (my little ode to Dr. Seuss). No matter what kind of stress it is, a real crisis or an imagined one, stress is incredibly harmful to our body, mind and soul. Here are my favourite ...
Views: 1392(1 vote) - TALK AND SOLVE PROBLEMS - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2004 from hifzur rehmanAre you facing problems in your life and don’t know how to solve them? Are you passing through a difficult time of your life and don’t know how to get out of it? Are you in the grip of unfavorable circumstances and don’t know how to mould them in your favor? Relax! There is nothing to worry ...
Views: 1034(1 vote) - Triggering Intention: How To Remember To Remember - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2004 from Maya FrostYou've got a lot to store in that brain of yours. Sometimes you need to remind yourself to remember something. The most effective way to remember is to choose your triggers wisely. Post-its work great, but I'm all for simplifying things even further. By choosing to make a certain behavior a ...
Views: 1280(1 vote) - How To Take the Personal Out of The Workplace - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Joanne VictoriaBringing your emotional baggage into the work place is inappropriate for all the reasons you may imagine. Yet employees, managers and business owners do itall the time. The question is, how do you handle it? How do you look at your manager and think, "No one is going to tell me what to do!" ...
Views: 1772 - Diet Mania In Overweight America - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2004 from abby aronowitzWhy are we the fattest country around, with the greatest abundance of diets and diet food? What can be done about this vicious correlation? While we sit around discussing diets du jour, drinking diet sodas and eating artificially flavored diet foods, we have continued to gain weight as a ...
Views: 2922(1 vote) - Three steps you need to know to improve your learning and have better grades. - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2004 from Emmanuel Segui"I'm a failure" "I'll never make it."That's the kind of affirmation we hear people say. To overcome this feeling of worthlessness you need to make 3 little steps that will help you discover the genius withinyou. 1. You need to motivate yourself. First of all, remember that great people ...
Views: 1240 - Networking: Iron Sharpens Iron - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2004 from James BriggsNetworking: Iron Sharpens Iron by James Briggs, Jr. In a society where selfishness runs rampant, it's refreshing to witness individuals working together as a unit to assist in each other's dreams, goals and aspirations. Arguably, one of the best examples of this process is Networking. ...
Views: 906 - About your success. - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2004 from Patric ChanAbout Your Success. Copyright 2004 by Patric Chan What is success? That’s such a big word. Success has a different meaning to each individual.But I’ll tell you what success is by my definition. Some people say, rich people are successful. Notnecessarily. Money will only amplify your ...
Views: 1162(1 vote) - Are you always late? - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2004 from Pauline Wallin“Fashionably late” is no longer in fashion. In today’s heavily scheduled world, it is the punctual who are respected and admired. Even though most of us know this, some people are always late, no matter how much time they have to get ready. You may be one of them. Do any of the following ...
Views: 17190(3 votes) - Protecting unmarried couples relationships - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2004 from james woodsA power of attorney is a legal document that allows you to dictate who you would like to make decisions on your behalf. While there are many useful purposes for a power of attorney, they are especially important to unmarried couples, which live together, when a partner becomes incapacitated and ...
Views: 1047 - Do You Have Enough Clients To Survive? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2004 from Karyn GreenstreetWhen your business is offering a service, you have to determine how many clients you'll need in order to reach your goals. In the beginning, you needn’t have a group of ready-made clients, but it helps if you have a good network of people whom you can approach, asking them to become ...
Views: 1203(1 vote) - Bills, Bills & More Bills! - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2004 from Noelle NelsonBills, bills, bills! That’s all you see. And here it is tax-season, which for some lucky people might mean a refund, but for you all it means is worry. You’re a perfect bear at home, all you do is stomp around and grumble. Or that’s what you’re doing when you’re not completely depressed ...
Views: 956 - Body pH Balancing - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2004 from Andy SmithOne of the most important processes in your body is the process by which the pH balance is maintained. Body pH measures the number of hydrogen ions in solution within the body. The pH scale ranges from 0-14 with 6.4 alkaline for body fluid, not including blood which is a normal 7.3 pH. An ...
Views: 1226(1 vote) - How to Guarantee a GREAT Day Every Day! - by I have a standing interview every Monday morning on a radio station in the southeast that I enjoy very much. You can imagine though that it can become routine. So to make it a little more fun, the host nowadays doesn’t even tell me the topic before we go live on the air – that puts some ...
Views: 997(1 vote) - Courage That Changes Your Life - by The scars you acquire while exercising courage will never make you feel inferior. D.A. Battista
Courage is fear that has said its prayers. Dorothy Bernard
Courage. It is a word that conjures up images of great and dramatic actions. And yet I realize that we all have the opportunity to be ...
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