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- Healing On The Fast Track: How to use subtle movement explorations and guided awareness for profound healing. - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2017 from Mark FivemanMost healing modalities engage just one or two levels of consciousness to support healing: talk therapy works mostly with the mind; energy healing like Reiki works mostly with energy; and many forms of body work focus entirely on physical structures. But the whole person includes all of these ...
Views: 1304(1 vote) - Feeling Overwhelmed? Simple Solutions for Busy People - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2012 from Talia ManaThere’s no rule that says you have to be a superhero. So much has been written about amazing individuals that achieve the impossible – they juggle full-time jobs, study, run a business, raise children, run a household, coach the national cricket team and write a novel in their spare time. Anyone ...
Views: 19300(7 votes) - The Sky's The Limit - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2004 from Cynthia KozakHelen Keller said that life is either a daring adventure or it is nothing. For your life to have meaning, you must take risks. They allow you to grow and move forward with your life. Life without risk isn’t living at all—it’s just staying in the same place doing the same thing. I’m no ...
Views: 1255(1 vote) - How Stress Symptoms Affect Brain Function - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2004 from Carolyn GrossChaos and fear are closely linked. When we shift into a panic state, we fuel the flames of chaos. I love the analogy of "fear storms," because that is what they are, and eventually they blow over just like a storm, if we don't encourage them to stay. When our abstract, ...
Views: 6636(2 votes) - 7 ways to boost your self-esteem! - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2004 from Caroline Jalango1. Get a life purpose statement. A well thought out life purpose statement is a powerful way to boost your self-esteem. It will define whom you truly are, draw out your essence and affirm you. Each time you read your life purpose statement, you will be reminded about who you are, what you ...
Views: 1238(1 vote) - 7 reasons to stop procrastinating today! - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2004 from Caroline JalangoProcrastination is a delay tactic that has the ability to choke your dreams and abort the plans and purposes you have for your life. It has to be nipped in the bud. It should not be given a chance to put your life and your dreams on hold. The following are 7 benefits of not procrastinating. Not ...
Views: 5146(1 vote) - Major Depression and Manic-Depression — Any difference? - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2004 from Michael RayelCountless number of patients and their family members have asked me about manic–depression and major depression. “Is there any difference?” “Are they one and the same?” “Is the treatment the same?” And so on. Each time I encounter a chorus of questions like these, I am enthused to provide ...
Views: 1419(1 vote) - Simple Feng Shui: Eight Quick Ways to Redecorate for Your Spirit - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2004 from Susie CortrightThe ancient Chinese art of Feng Shui is making a comeback in the modern world. But is it really possible to change your attitude just by rearranging your living space? Many people say yes. Feng Shui is an Asian philosophy that dates back some 5,000 years. Practitioners strive to find the proper ...
Views: 2917(1 vote) - What Do Men Want? - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2009 from Bob GrantWhat do men want from women?... I hear this question every week from at least one my clients, or one of my customers who purchased one of my e-books. The truth is that what men actually want is really pretty simple. Deep inside the heart of every man is a secret wish to be trusted. When ...
Views: 1579(7 votes) - Eight Ingredients for a Successful Relationship - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2004 from Andrew WilliamsEight Ingredients for a Lasting Relationship Maintaining a good, wholesome relationship can be difficult. The question of how to best understand something as complex as human relationships has long occupied the minds of our greatest poets and philosophers and until now, this quandary has ...
Views: 9518(2 votes) - Please read this... It will mean a lot to me. - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2004 from Danish AhmedPlease read this... It will mean a lot to me. Thanks. I appreciate you taking the time to read this. Now, why do you think this means a lot to me? Take a moment and think about it. What got you to start reading this? If you don't read "every" issue, what got you to start reading this ...
Views: 1390(3 votes) - How to start a successful import business using the Internet - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2004 from Nowshade KabirThe Internet has opened up a whole new era of business opportunities. Falling trade barriers combining with easy access to trade information thanks to the Internet have created dramatic possibilities and sparked the growth of global online trade in virtually every area. Many companies are ...
Views: 1300(1 vote) - How Living in the Past Can Effect Your Dating & Relationships With Single Women - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2004 from Don DiebelAre you living in the past? Do you keep thinking about a lost love in the past? Do you keep thinking about the good old days? If this describes you, then you are living in the past. Sometimes this can become all-consuming and it gets to a point where it interferes with the present and your ...
Views: 1798(1 vote) - Cut Cupid Some Slack! - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2004 from Stanley LeffewValentine's Day! What a great idea to set aside a day for remembering those we love. It's even more than just remembering; it's romancing. But it is also a holiday that many dread. Because of the romantic tradition of this holiday, many hearts feel isolated, alone and left out. Many dread ...
Views: 1214(1 vote) - Single in a Couples' World - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2004 from Thelma MarianoAdvertising for St. Valentine’s Day seemed more relentless than ever this year. Everywhere I turned, I saw candy hearts or jewelry glistening in store displays. Radio announcers drummed the message home through constant promotions of dinner for two. There was no one “special” in my life. I had ...
Views: 1187(1 vote) - How To Leave Your Dead End Job - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2004 from Liz SumnerThis is for everyone who is sticking with a job that no longer fits. Maybe it was right for awhile, for a certain time and place in your life. But not anymore. When was the last time you jumped out of bed with excitement about what the day would bring? "But I love the people I work with." ...
Views: 1180(1 vote) - Giving It Your Best - The William Hung "American Idol" Success Story - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2004 from Josh HindsNever underestimate the power that comes from following your passion. It never ceases to amaze me what can happen when we put action to work for us and go after the things that we hold a true desire for. I'm not sure if you are familiar with the story of William Hung (www.williamhung.net) or ...
Views: 1540(1 vote) - Separating Business From Home Life - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2004 from Yasmeen Abdur-RahmanIf you’re a home-based business owner, it could be difficult to manage your time. Since your office is located within your home, you tend to spend much more time working in your office than spending quality time with your family. There is that temptation to spend more hours on a project, and ...
Views: 1739(1 vote) - How to Squish Creativity Like a Bug - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2004 from Richard HighsmithMost Senior Managers will acknowledge the importance of having the support, loyalty and ideas of their subordinates. A company of any size cannot sustain growth on the back of one person. Without a team effort the entrepreneurial spark can be extinguished in the rainstorm of turmoil created by ...
Views: 1445(1 vote) - Emotional Baggage is the “Stuff” hidden in the closets of your mind - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2004 from Wayne MisnerEmotional Baggage is the “Stuff” hidden in the closets of your mind We all have some kind of “Stuff” cluttering our lives. It is so easy for the psychological “Stuff” to accumulate. It can come from childhood disasters, broken relationships, etc. We store this “Stuff” in closets, attics, ...
Views: 1174(1 vote) - The Greatest Motivator Isn't What You Think -- or, What I Learned From Drew Barrymore and Adam Sandler on Valentine's Day - by © 2004 Joe Vitale. All rights reserved.
It's Valentine's Day as I write this. Nerissa and I just returnedfrom watching the new movie, "50 First Dates," starting thebeautiful Drew Barrymore and the funny Adam Sandler. Besidesbeing a hilarious movie in a beautiful setting with a ...
Views: 1097(1 vote) - How to Start and Suceed with a Home Business - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2004 from Jim JohnstonKnow matter who you are, remember everyone starts fromground zero as far as experience is concerned. Building a homebusiness is no different. One will have to lay the foundation first of all which will consist of choosing a product or service, thatrequires knowledge of what you are trying to ...
Views: 1241(1 vote) - The Unspoken Secret to Achieving Big Goals - by © 2004 Joe Vitale. All rights reserved.
Years ago I attended networking meetings. Thesewere usually breakfast or lunch business meetingswhere people exchanged business cards and tried to helpeach other get new clients.
I spoke at many of these events. What I quicklynoticed is that the ...
Views: 876(1 vote) - Overcoming low self esteem - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2004 from Burt GoldmanLow Self Esteem and Ego The first step is to understand that self-esteem is your opinion of yourself. Once you appreciate this, you are well on the road to strengthening that self-esteem. Next, ask yourself why would you have a poor opinion of yourself in any area of your life? One reason might ...
Views: 5448(2 votes) - Kick-In-The-Pants Job Search - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2004 from Teena RoseBelieve it: three obstacles will hold you back from your ideal job -- your résumé, you, and your job-search methods. There’s no hidden formula; there’s no bribery needed; there’s no one standing in front of employment — other than YOU! You’ve probably heard all the excuses, or used them ...
Views: 1046(1 vote) - Stop Scoring Own Goals - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2004 from graham julieSTOP SCORING OWN GOALS Own goals are actions, things we do, that stop us from reaching where we want to go or what we want to obtain. When we are out of focus, when we are out of tune with what’s going on, when we do something which takes us in the opposite direction of where we were going or ...
Views: 1660(1 vote) - Is Email Dead? - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2004 from Susan DunnIf not “dead,” it’s certainly in extremis. That’s a medical term meaning “at the point of death,” but the gist of the phrase will work. Email is in trouble, perhaps extreme, but we do not know. Is it stressed, or has it moved into strain? What will be the future? Of course no one knows. ...
Views: 971(1 vote) - The Importance of Sleep in Preventing Burnout - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2012 from Talia ManaBurnout, chronic fatigue and other stress-related illnesses are increasingly common. It is estimated that one in five people will experience depression during their lifetime, with women approximately twice as likely to experience depression as men. This article, based on my own experience of ...
Views: 2131(2 votes) - Stay in Touch - for Stress Relief - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2004 from Susan DunnStaying in touch … we say it so lightly, yet it’s an important concept for our wellness. Staying in touch with others, staying in touch with ourselves, and staying in actual physical touch with our lives are all important. One of the ways to reach relaxation and give ourselves some relief from ...
Views: 1622(1 vote) - Four Simple Ways to Make a Difference with Your Dollars - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2004 from Eliza BloomDid you know that even the brand of toothpaste you buy can take the world closer to--or further from--peace? It's true: Every dollar you spend can make a difference. But it takes time to sift through all the news reports, advertising messages, and public relations campaigns to figure out ...
Views: 1051 - Why Time Management Seminars Don't Work - and What Does - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2004 from Susan DunnTime Management Seminars don’t work, and here’s why: They are treating the symptom and not the cause. They’re based on two assumptions that no longer work. The first is that you don’t know how to manage your time. Let’s say you’re asked to attend a Time Management seminar at work. You’ll ...
Views: 1133 - Essential Skills for Managing ADD – Part 1: Practicing Excellent Self-Care - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2004 from Jennifer KoretskyAs an adult with ADD and an ADD Coach, I have observed some skills that I believe are essential for successful ADD management. The first of these skills is: Practice Excellent Self-Care. There are many components of self-care that one must pay attention to. Sleep, nutrition, and exercise are ...
Views: 1260 - Answers from Africa - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2004 from Maggie WahlsMy two trips to Africa were not only a cultural shock but also the scope of disease and death that I witnessed was hard to talk about when I returned home. If people did not have AIDS then they had cancer. As I walked through the Masaba Hospital in Niarobi, Kenya and looked in the eyes of the ...
Views: 1237 - The Do's and Don't's of Divorce - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2004 from Maury BeaulierDON'T lie to your children with stories like "Dad is visiting relatives". Children know if you are trying to hide something, even if the purpose is honorable. DO talk to your children. Give them simple and straight-forward answers without vilifying or blaming the other parent. DON'T put your ...
Views: 1278(1 vote) - How to Remember and Interpret Your Dreams to Reduce Stress - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2004 from Debbie MandelWe all dream about daily concerns, fears, desires and occurrences in the form of a jigsaw puzzle, or a surrealistic movie. Sometimes we recall our dreams vividly and in great detail and other times, they drift away from memory like ephemeral clouds. There are many dream encyclopedias listing ...
Views: 1475(2 votes) - Why You Must Stop Setting Goals - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2004 from Maya FrostMy goal in life is to have no goals. They get in the way of true progress. Plenty of successful people swear by goal setting. They're praising the wrong behavior. Brain research tells us that the goals don't matter--it's the intention that gets us where we want to go. Intentions and ...
Views: 1036(1 vote) - Spirituality Saves Marriages - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2004 from Nancy Pina“One word frees us from all the weight and pain of life. That word is love. - Sophocles Marriage is a sacred experience, our personal core of divinity. A vibrant marriage is a powerful force for personal growth. Unselfish love is enjoyed and generated in a spiritually compatible union. ...
Views: 1206(1 vote) - The Opportunity in Adversity - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2010 from Mike PniewskiMany of us recently saw when Brett Favre, quarterback for the Green Bay Packers, played one of the greatest games of his career the Monday night after his father passed away. On the heels of one of the greatest tragedies anyone could face, he responded by playing an incredible game and leading ...
Views: 2864(1 vote) - How do You Compare: Relationship articles - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2004 from Andrew WilliamsFrom the author of: How Do You Compare? 12 Simple Tests to Discover Hidden Truths About Your Personality -- And Fascinating Facts About Everyone Else Published by Perigee March 2004; $13.95US/$21.00CAN; 0-399-52951-9 How Do I Love Thee? Let Me Count the Ways . . . The subject of love used ...
Views: 1068(1 vote) - The writing of Acronyming POWER Your Life! - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2004 from Tom WrightAfter thirteen years of what I had considered to be a good marriage, I came home one day to be told, "I want a divorce." Monotone voice, flat expression. Where did that come from? One wife, two children, a thriving business, property, and possessions, I could see problems here. At first I ...
Views: 1403(1 vote) - Climbing Out Of Your Comfort Zone: The Ultimate Secret To Lasting Change and High Achievement - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2004 from Tom VenutoTake a moment and think about the sum total of everything you’re currently doing to improve your health, fitness, physique and athletic performance. Think of every detail - the workouts, the dieting, the level of effort, the sweat, the time - everything. Now grab a pen or pencil and draw a ...
Views: 1315(1 vote) - From Partner to Father - The Importance of Expectations Management - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2004 from Yolanda CardenHave you ever wondered what an expectant Dad usually hears from his male friends? “Buddy, once this baby is born, you can forget about sex for the next six months.” If I were about to become a father, probably a little unsure about my new role, this advice would not be particularly ...
Views: 1080(1 vote) - Make a living or Make a life - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2004 from Miami PhillipsTake a quick inventory of where you are in your life. On a scale on 1-10 where would you score yourself for these questions? I live where I choose. My life is under control. I am consistently successful at reaching my goals. I have enough of what I need, and am building my reserves. I ...
Views: 1561(1 vote) - Dangerous Minds and Hearts - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2004 from Gail ElliottWhen people are caught up in their own little worlds they not only miss a great deal they also inadvertently can do damage. What is wrong with our children these days? As Shakespeare wrote, “The fault is not in our stars but in ourselves.” Watch what the adults do and say and you will see ...
Views: 1412(1 vote) - Are You Asking the Right Questions in Your Copy? - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2004 from Karon Thackston© 2004 http://www.copywritingcourse.com It’s a common approach to writing copy. You begin by asking questions. Why? To evoke thoughts in your readers' minds, to stir up emotions, and to get customers thinking in the way you want them to think. But have you ever thought about how you phrase ...
Views: 1093(1 vote) - A Mother's Guide to Dealing with Guilt - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2004 from Susie Cortright"Step on me, please." When I was a teenager, my grandmother and I were on a family vacation in my parent’s RV. The quarters were close, the beds at a minimum. My grandmother insisted I take the couch and she take the floor. I objected to this arrangement, of course: "What if I accidentally step ...
Views: 1465(1 vote) - How to Lose Your Mind - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2004 from Wayne WirsThe following is an article originally published on the authors site, "The Journal of Wayne Wirs" - http://www.waynewirs.com: Do you experience these symptoms? 1. You act in ways that are in opposition to the way you think you should act. 2. Thoughts in your mind seem real, sometimes more ...
Views: 1233(1 vote) - Stroke Patient REBOOTS - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2004 from Stephen AlbertPrayers Help Stroke Survivor “REBOOT” Rev. Steve Albert is the former leader of the Alpine Unity Church in Alpine CA and has been an invited guest speaker at New Though Churches across the country since 1991. He is the author of the book TALK ZONES, TALK ZONES In The Classroom as well as the ...
Views: 1484(1 vote) - Generic Drugs: FDA Approved, Safe, Effective, cheap, reliable Online Generic drugs by Shipdrugs - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2004 from Lisa LawrenceGeneric Prescription Drugs at a discounted prices only at Shipdrugs.com! Shipdrugs is an online foreign pharmacy which specializes in FDA approved generic prescription drugs which are most effective and reliable to purchase online. Shipdrugs.com offers wide range of generic drugs like Generic ...
Views: 1571(1 vote) - It's All About A Journey... - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2004 from Josh Hinds© Josh Hinds "It's not the destination. It's the journey." I'm sure you have heard something like that before. Be it "destination" or "journey", I have learned something along the way: happiness is more of a choice than I first realized. In the past I tended to think happiness ...
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