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- NETWORKING 101 - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2005 from Terry L. Sumerlin“Excuse me, we’ve never met but would you mind giving me a list of all your friends and business contacts so that I might sell them my products and services?” Who would make such a foolish request? Yet, some of the things that are done in the name of networking are just about as ...
Views: 926 - Clear your space~ Clear your Life: New Year's Space Clearing Tips - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2005 from Christan Hummel(excerpted from the best-selling book, the “Do It Yourself Space Clearing Kit. Available now through: www.earthtransitions.com/special/) As we embark upon this new year, while it is a time for that new diet as we recover from the binges of the holidays to shed the unwanted pounds they have ...
Views: 1688 - Thought Manifestation - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2013 from Edwin SpinaThe universe just conspired to remind me of a valuable lesson. Last night, before retiring, I was trying to think of a marketing promotion for Mystic Warrior, something that would emphasize the overwhelmingly positive response I've received from readers. Out of thousands of readers, not a ...
Views: 1353(1 vote) - The Food Guide Pyramid - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2005 from David CThe Food Guide Pyramid is one manner for Americans to read how to eat healthy. A rainbow of colored, vertical stripes stands for the five food groups plus fats and oils. Here is what the colors stand for: orange = grains green = vegetables red = fruits yellow = fats and oils blue = milk ...
Views: 975 - How to Gently Alleviate Grief and Guilt - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2005 from Joseph MercolaChristine Wheeler, MA Grieving is such a personal experience... your grief is like nobody else's.Any type of loss can leave you feeling empty and alone ... the end of a relationship, the death of a pet, or the loss of a child through miscarriage. In the last several months, thousands of ...
Views: 1540 - A New Year: a Fresh Start! - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2005 from Keith VarnumAn ingenious spiritual teacher, Lester Levenson, shifts people out of old, crippling emotional patterns with the simple suggestion: “That was Then. This is Now.” This statement of truth reminds us that our pain and suffering occurred in the past—and brings us into the present to see if the ...
Views: 1093 - Enjoying the Moment - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2005 from Alvah ParkerMany years ago my family and I used to go to my then husband’s parent’s home for holiday meals. His mother was an excellent cook and enjoyed preparing meals for us. She spent days preparing all the season’s delights and we came to the table eager to begin the festivities. Invariably when 20 ...
Views: 814 - Use Medicine Balls to Explode Out of That Exercise Rut - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2005 from Joseph MercolaBy Paul Chek, HHP, NMT Founder, C.H.E.K Institute When chicken soup was the preferred antidote for the common cold and Rocky Marciano was boxing's heavyweight champion (1952-56), medicine ball training was the method of choice for power development. This seemingly forgotten conditioning tool is ...
Views: 1684 - Three Reasons To Host Your Own Teleconference - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2005 from Tom Parkerop companies have been doing it for years. It enables their employees to "be there" without actually being there. Teleconferencing has been in existence for a number of years to help people to work at home and still be a major part of meetings. But, now it's taking on a whole new dimension. ...
Views: 771 - Children and Pessimism - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2005 from Joseph Mercolaby Carol Tuttle Carol Tuttle is a Master Energy Therapist and the author of the best-selling book, Remembering Wholeness: A Personal Handbook for Thriving in the 21st Century. Children need emotional validation.If their negative feelings about what is happening in their lives are not ...
Views: 1238 - Abs Abs Abs Part 1 - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2005 from Chad KlingensmithI've gotten several inquires about how to attain the coveted six-pack. The range of difficulty of getting shredded physique with a washboard stomach will vary person to person (especially in increasing idling America). And why is everybody so infatuated with abs anyway? I once saw a guy’s ...
Views: 2601(2 votes) - Aligning with the Law of Personal Responsibility - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2005 from Rami NagelIn order to heal, you need to take personal responsibility for your illness. While it is a good idea to seek help, ultimately your current health conditions where caused by you, and therefore, only you can undue them. “The law of personal responsibility is the guiding principle in the search for ...
Views: 1098 - 5 Simple Ways to Kick Start Your Goal-Setting - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2005 from Michaela ScherrIt’s that time of year again where many pause and reflect on the previous year and consider what, if any, changes are needed and appropriate for the new one. There are five important, yet simple steps to follow, which I believe are necessary for seemingly impossible goals to be achieved. Step ...
Views: 878 - 3 Magic Bedtime Questions - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2005 from Lance OngFor many people, life zooms past once they reach their working age. Everyday, it's the same flash routine of waking up, going to work, coming back from work, and sleeping. It's no wonder why you'll ask yourself, "How did I get old so fast? Where did all the time go?" The problem is in the ...
Views: 1142 - Three Pillars of Righteous Living - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2005 from Lance Ong"Three Pillars of Righteous Living" Controlling Your Thoughts to Control Your Life. “Righteous Living means defining what you allow yourself to experience and receive influence from, so you will preserve the best mind-set which allows you to achieve success.” - Lance E. Ong Have you ever ...
Views: 1944 - Countdown to Success : Twelve Things to do Twelve Months in Advance - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2005 from Susan FriedmannWhen a show’s a year away, it may seem like you have lots of time to get ready. But appearances can be deceiving. Twelve months is not long, especially with all the pre-show planning, training, and preparation you’ve got to do. Here is a checklist of sixteen vital items that need to be done ...
Views: 1073 - How To Gain Muscle Mass - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2005 from Joe KarszenThis is a question that arises everyday in the gym. How is one to gain muscle mass? There are a lot of answers and opinions out there from people. I will give you my opinion and hope you will follow these guidelines. You have to ask your self a few questions. How many days am I strength ...
Views: 5026 - The Magic of Dreaming Big - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2005 from Lance OngIf you dont dream big enough, you major in minor things. A sad fact of life is that people dont live to achieve their fullest potential. Most of the time, the act of surviving consumes them. Earning enough to live a comfortable lifestyle takes up all their time. And in the end, they have yet to ...
Views: 1422 - Parents - Experience A Child’s Playful Heart - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2005 from Linda MiloPlaytime between a parent and a child creates a deep emotional bond. It’s the bond that sets the path for joyful, creative, cooperative times by being together. Adults seem to shun fun and games in their daily lives. As adults, we often get so caught up in “grown up” business that we can ...
Views: 932 - How To Increase Revenue In 24 Hours - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2005 from Kim DukeWhat's Black, Green and Purple? As many of you know - I love reading and for some strange reason have a memory for quotes. One I love is "The only difference between a rut and a grave are the dimensions." I know you have been working hard this year. I know you have been working smarter this ...
Views: 855 - The Kabbalah of Adolescence - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2005 from Shifra HendrieAdolescence – The Darkness Before the Dawn Do you remember what it was like to be an adolescent? The anger, the confusion, the rebellion? The intense need to express yourself, even in ways that were upsetting to the people around you? Or maybe you are the parent of an adolescent. Maybe you ...
Views: 1080 - A Unique New Year’s Weight Loss Formula - by Every single December 31st how many of us make a New Year’s resolution to lose weight! We pinch our thighs and stomach, swear off fat and all our treats and then by January 2nd we are back to our old habits. At last there is a solution. Weight loss is not a mystery and just by following a few ...
Views: 973 - Change Your Attitude, Change Your Life! - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2005 from Karen HallAre you overdue for an attitude adjustment? You take good care of your body, such as eating right and exercising. But did you know it’s every bit as vital to take good care of your mind as well? Attitude counts. What happens to us in life matters far less than our attitude about those ...
Views: 1230 - Common Sense Strength Training - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2005 from Joe KarszenEverybody asks the question on how to go about a strength training program. Where do I start, how do I begin, where do I go, what age to start at, and what do I need? These are all common questions on beginning a strength training program. I will go over these common asked questions in ...
Views: 2143 - How Heart-Healthy is Alcohol? - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2005 from Joseph MercolaAlthough past research suggests that drinking a glass or two of wine a day may have some heart benefits, new findings suggest that those studies were flawed. Risks Outweigh the Benefits There is some evidence that heavier drinking provides heart protection -- alcoholics have relatively 'clean' ...
Views: 1175 - How to have your best year EVER! - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2005 from Dale MaskerFor most of us, a new year means new resolutions, new goals and new motivation. However, sometimes by the end of January,most of the resolutions and goals have weakened in the face of everyday living. Having your best year ever is easy though. No, really! Follow these three steps and you ...
Views: 667 - Leaving depression behind - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2005 from Dr. Ulla SebastianDepression is more than that sense of feeling "down" or discouraged at times when things are not going well. Depression involves sadness, pessimism, a preoccupation with personal problems, and perhaps self-pity, anguish, crying, and hopelessness. Symptoms of depression can range from mild ...
Views: 1424 - Students: 5 Ways to Improve Your Memory - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2005 from Preeti Narayan“Oh God, tomorrow is exam! Will I remember what I have studied?” This fear haunts many students. Now, don’t fear friend. You can remember what you study. Provided, you use those study methods that help your brain to remember better. Here are five ‘Brain-friendly’ study methods that help to ...
Views: 3889 - Dieting After Atkins: Rules for Successful Weight Control - by Submitted on Dec 25, 2005 from abby aronowitzThe Atkins diet is dead. It died along with bankruptcy of the Atkins company, which followed the death of Dr. Atkins. Has America’s romance with low carb and high protein ended? Not really. But there is ample proof that low-carb high protein diets can be damaging to one’s health. And ...
Views: 1256 - Over 40? What’s next with your work, your life? - by Submitted on Dec 25, 2005 from Craig NathansonOver 40? What’s next with your work, your life? By Craig Nathanson The Vocational Coach™ What would your perfect life’s work be? In mid-life, it’s a question we seldom ask. It could be the one question that saves you from lackluster jobs, faceless bosses and endless commutes. Are you stuck ...
Views: 912 - How to deal with negative emotions. - by Submitted on Dec 25, 2005 from Fatimah MusaNegative emotions sap your energy and undermine your effectiveness. In the negative emotional state, you find the lack of desire to do anything. The mind is filled with thoughts of fear, doubts and insecurities. Your body experiences fatigue, tightness and muscle tension.Notice that your ...
Views: 1427 - Parenting Styles - Overcoming Your Differences - by Submitted on Dec 24, 2005 from Lori RadunIf you spend any time in the parenting section of the library or your local bookstore, you will find hundreds of books on disciplining and raising your children. All the leading experts have their own ideas about what works and what doesn’t. As a parent, you have your philosophy that you ...
Views: 1383 - How to Tell Which Coach Is Right For You - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2005 from Leonard LangYour friend calls. She’s upset. She’s been working with a coach for a couple of months or maybe a lot longer, and now she’s quitting without achieving her goals. “I wasted a lot of time and money and I don’t even know what went wrong. My coach had credentials and good references. And I did ...
Views: 1331 - Preparing Your Home for Sale: Make Needed Repairs - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2005 from Roselind HejlBefore a buyer considers your home seriously, it must meet his needs in a variety of ways. It must be a suitable commuting distance, neighborhood, design style, floorplan, size, number of bedrooms, etc. If all or most of these needs are met, the buyer will begin to move in the direction of ...
Views: 1075 - A Natural Energy Boost for Older People - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2005 from Joseph MercolaBy Christine Wheeler, MA Our population is aging and many of us find ourselves caring for our elderly parents. It is difficult watching their energy and vibrancy fade before your eyes... even with medications. You may even feel like there is nothing you can do to help. However, a new no-meds ...
Views: 5048 - Parents, Learn How to Teach Law of Attraction to Your 10-Year-Old or Your Teenager - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2005 from Michael LosierRecently, on my seven-city cross-Canada seminar tour I was asked by my Calgary sponsor if I would speak to her group, her son's group. I said yes. What I didn't know was her son's group was a group of 10-year-olds in a grade three class in Alberta. On the way to the school, I designed my ...
Views: 4694 - A Three-Part Plan to Enjoy the Festive Season - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2005 from Laura SandhamA few years ago I read a story that gave me a new perspective on the holiday season. In this tale, a fictional town was experiencing the worst yuletide in its history because all the female residents were on strike. This reminded me that, often, women are the foundations, the unsung heroes, of ...
Views: 1072 - Biofeedback: Applying the Mind to Health - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2005 from Gary AmesBiofeedback is interactive training using a display of your physiology. In biofeedback you expand self-awareness and practice powerful self-healing. This is often done with monitoring devices to train for relaxation. However, the true goal is expanding the dynamic range and flexibility of your ...
Views: 2666(2 votes) - Are You a Jumper or a Planner? - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2005 from Karyn GreenstreetThere appears to be two types of small business owners: people who jump right into running their business and marketing their products and services with little or no planning, and those who plan a strategy -- and a service or product design -- before they ever dream of offering it to the ...
Views: 969 - 5 Ways to Relieve Migraine Headaches Naturally! - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2005 from Larry JohnsonThere are many new migraine headache treatments available that can be both safe and effective. Natural treatments for migraine headaches are usually safer and cheaper than traditional pain medications. And in many instances they can relieve pain just as well or even better than prescription or ...
Views: 1204 - What You Should Know About New Year Resolutions - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2005 from Jan HintonAs we close out one year and ring in another, many people tend to get sentimental and reflect upon the ending of another year. What has your year been like? A year comprises: • 365 days • 8,760 hours • 525,600 minutes • 31,536,000 seconds How is your year ending? One dictionary definition ...
Views: 1205 - Feel Those Feelings and Develop Emotional Intelligence - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2005 from Adam EasonAre you actually aware of what you are feeling right now? Would you know how to change that feeling? Would you know how to get rid of it? So many of us seem to resist and fight our feelings without really being aware of what the feeling actually is and when we stop fighting, we can actually ...
Views: 1528 - Get Your Calcium From Natural Sources - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2005 from Joseph MercolaYoung girls who obtain extra calcium from food sources tend to gain more bone mass than those who get it from tablet supplements. However, children who already receive adequate amounts of calcium in their diets do not benefit from extra calcium in any form. Some 60 percent of adult bone mass ...
Views: 1162 - The Healing Journey - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2005 from Jin DhaliwalMy life has been in such an incredible mode of shifting and changing; at times it feels like the only constant thing occurring is change. Why is this happening? Why is there such a great need to shift so rapidly? And how do I stay on top of all this change? I am very grateful for the gift of ...
Views: 1189 - Death Reloaded: The Isis Thesis unveils the Sublime Secret - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2005 from Judy KingWhen the unthinkable becomes real, we consider the mystery of the Sublime. What is it? Evidence for the existence of God? A design for an antigravity machine? An elixir for eternal youth? A mystery is something that baffles everybody, but a secret is a mystery discovered and purposely ...
Views: 3147 - A Wonderful Holiday Opportunity - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2005 from Sheri RosenthalAround holiday times we’re presented with a most wonderful gift – and that’s the opportunity to look at ourselves though the eyes of our family dynamics. Our siblings and parents act as mirrors for us to see ourselves and our emotional reactions more clearly, and observe where we have wounds, ...
Views: 1180 - 9 Tips for Handling Public Speaking Questions - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2005 from Alan FairweatherHow you handle questions from an audience can often be thedeciding factor as to how your presentation is received. Ifyou're pitching for business, then it's absolutely vital tohandle questions well. 1. Be prepared for questions - When you write yourpresentation, think about what you're likely ...
Views: 1377 - Be Ready to Answer the Top 10 Job Interview Questions - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2005 from Linda MatiasGREAT INTERVIEWS GET THE JOB It can be easy to convince ourselves that the job interview doesn’t matter so much, as long as our resume is outstanding, our dress is impeccably professional, and that we are nice people. After all, nice people do win in the end, don’t they? Unfortunately, this ...
Views: 1312 - MAGIC OF BELIEVING - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2005 from Kay KopitAt Christmas time all my friends seemed happy, friendly and excited for the big day when Santa Claus would deliver presents to their house. My father was Jewish and my mother gentile which was why when I was growing up Christmas was more of a celebration of family getting together, eating, ...
Views: 1828 - 5 Best Resolutions to make for 2006 - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2005 from Julia Havey5 New Year’s Resolutions YOU should make to ensure an empowered 2006! It is that time of year again, New Year’s Eve! Every year we great the arrival of the coming new year with many of the same traditions…ball dropping in Time’s Square, noise makers, confetti poppers, silly hats, kissing the ...
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