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- Fallacies of Reincarnation - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2008 from Pieter HeydenrychFor many the question surrounding reincarnation is whether or not it really happens?... This seems to be a widely debated issue, and you are likely to find more views on the topic than questions about it. It is interesting though that so many of our current day philosophies denies this and ...
Views: 1915 - Top 10 Tips for Weight Loss from a Psychotherapist - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2008 from Peter FieldWe see many clients who are having trouble controlling their weight, here in our UK hypno-psychotherapy practice. Here are my top 10 tips for helping to manage your eating: 1. Never eat while watching TV - When we watch television, or sit in front of a computer screen, we tend to automatically ...
Views: 728 - Tips for Dealing With Customers - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2008 from Anthony MillerWhen you have an online business, there are some things that you should keep in mind so that your Internet marketing is successful. When you remember these items, you will find that your customers and prospects are much happier and that you have success with your business on the ...
Views: 611 - Natural Weight Loss For New Mothers - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2008 from Paul RodgersThe transition to motherhood is a profound step in a woman's life. Becoming a mother is a life-changing experience and motherhood is a lifelong role. Although motherhood is universal in many aspects, the transition into it is very individualized. Our past childhood relationships with our ...
Views: 684 - You're a Bully. Oh Shut Up You're Just a Pushover - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2008 from Zara GreenLearning how each child differs, according to the origin of psychology, is to every parents advantage otherwise you could be stuck with the label your child is given and your child could, later, have corrective and recovery psychological work to do. The origin of psychology set the stage for ...
Views: 811 - Do You Have Smart Goals? - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Barbara PellegrinoCongratulations on creating your Treasure Map - Vision board. Now that you have a visual destination map, you can decide if your dreams and goals are S.M.A.R.T. Specific - Clarity leads to power and success. Self Talk: Your subconscious mind is very literal, is your goal specific, clearly ...
Views: 842 - How Many Pillows Do You Need? - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Jess BaadPillows are an essential partner of a bed. If you have a comfortable mattress bed, it’s just appropriate that you match it up with a comfortable pillow. But is one pillow just enough for you? Since the pillow is intended to give proper support and comfort for the head, an extra one could ...
Views: 638 - 14 Tips That Will Guide You In Writing A Will - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Matthew PawlinaA will protects your loved ones in case of death. Will help settle estates and distribute wealth in the manner a person desires. Even if you have very little to bequeath you must leave a legally binding will so that your family or loved ones are protected. In case a person dies without a will ...
Views: 726 - The Film that Encourages you to live your dreams - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Verónica de AndrésFULL CONFIDENCE Overcoming fear with the Power of Love After two years of production, Confidence Time Productions has finally released the movie that addresses the biggest obstacle that people have to develop their full potential and reach their dreams: fear. The great news is that it is now ...
Views: 925 - Are You Tired of Allowing Others to Waste Your Time? - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Carla McNeilTime is a commodity we cannot replace.Very recently I realized how much I was allowing others to waste my time. I know how valuable time is and I got so tired of allowing others to waste my time that I finally decided to do something about it. Change Your Mind - Change Your Life Learning ...
Views: 626 - Running Through the Fire - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Emily EldredgeRecently, my mother shared with me an astounding tidbit she saw on National Geographic. "Would you believe," she said, "that the animals in Africa mostly likely to survive a fire are not the ones who run from it - they're the ones who run through it? Those who run away get tired, collapse, and ...
Views: 875 - "Me First!" Relationship - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Emily EldredgeA friend of mine recently asked me: "What is the greatest lesson you've learned in relationship?" To listen to, trust, and love myself - first and foremost. How can that be? After all, isn't a relationship about loving someone else? It seems to me that the world is saturated with false ...
Views: 805 - Vedic Astrology Horoscope - Jupiter Direct in Sagittarius - Return of the Hopeful Guru - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Sam GeppiJupiter is known as “guru” in Sanskrit, the language of ancient India — the land from which Vedic astrology originated. The term guru actually has several meanings. “Gu’ means “to remove” — “ru” means “darkness”. Thus, a ...
Views: 5979 - People Ask Me, "Why Do You Meditate?" - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from E. (anagarika eddie) Raymond RockThe mind is a curious thing. Oddly enough, it seeks security in such silly concepts as the past. But what if the mind learned not to do that? What if the mind trained itself not to seek security in the past and only focused on what was happening in the present? What would happen then? That, ...
Views: 485 - The Power of Effective Communication - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Esther AustinCommunication is one of those profound aspects of life which enables life to flow and exist on a plane which makes the world go around and things happen. Communication in itself is an art, one that often astounds us with its many intricate, complex and complicated ways of expression. It is ...
Views: 4490 - Success At Last? - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Richard DorrHello Friend, Just a note to introduce myself to all of you who send me emails from around the world. I am a wandering generality, I have spent my life in search of independence & a better way of life, I have tried Sales, Real Estate, Construction & many other endeavors, I finally realized I ...
Views: 623 - From Enrage to Outrage to Courage - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Deborah SingletaryENRAGE I used to deny having a temper and grinned and bore all manner of indignities. Then I realized that I was doing to my temper what had been done to me in childhood. I judged my temper as bad, beat it down, and ignored it as unworthy. Disregarded, temper becomes anger. Untended anger ...
Views: 1176 - Beyond Making Pretty - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Deborah SingletaryWhen I first began painting as an adult, I wanted to make pretty pictures. And I wanted approval from others. But then, that’s also the story of my life—my old life. I grew up thinking myself plain and generally just not good enough. Hoping to enhance my life, I embarked upon a path ...
Views: 622 - All You Ever Wanted To Know About Coaching and Development - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Martin JeszkeWhat Is Coaching? When knowledge and expertise in a particular field is passed on from one person to another, or from one person to a group of people, the process is called coaching. Professional coaching is undertaken with a specific objective in mind, such as learning how to play football, ...
Views: 654 - Transformation Aspects - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from MItchell L GoldThis is a message to those that are lonely and living in their mental or second state of being. The four states of being are physical, mental, emotional and spiritual. These states are affected by 15 senses - and each sense can be reviewed by conscious attention in the process of self ...
Views: 1697 - Your Checklist To Lower Cholesterol - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Lisa NelsonHere's a checklist of the top 8 things you must do if you want to successfully lower your cholesterol and keep it low. ✓ Know your numbers Have you had a lipid profile? Do you understand the numbers? If you are going to successfully lower cholesterol you need to know your ...
Views: 851(1 vote) - Everything has a Frequency: Who's Listening? - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Melinda Iverson InnSome years ago I walked out to my automobile with the estimate to get it fixed in hand and said aloud in a rather disappointed and somewhat angry tone “not again?” Meaning “why are you, car, doing this to me”? How often have you witnessed yourself or others speaking nay ...
Views: 1887 - Making Sense of Cholesterol Ratios, Lipid Profiles and Your Heart Disease Risk Scores - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Lisa NelsonIt’s very possible your MD orders lab work and you have no idea what or why you’re having blood drawn. Well, let’s clear up the confusion when it comes to your cholesterol labs. The terms “lipid panel”, “lipid profile”, and “lipoprotein ...
Views: 2276(1 vote) - Is Energy Psychology for You - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Don MiltonIs Energy Psychology for You? Energy Psychology is a relatively new therapeutic technique that can be used for many things, from relieving emotional upsets to eliminating both chronic and acute physical pain. The term energy psychology was coined to describe a variety of modalities which ...
Views: 785 - The Power of being Responsible - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Don MiltonThe Power of being Responsible There are a few things that stand out in my experience over the past 15 years on my journey as a healer and a facilitator of healing for others. One of the main things is about how critical it is to take responsibility for our own thoughts, feelings, and actions. ...
Views: 3804 - Serving Peace and Free Tea - One Cup at a Time - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Gayle EtcheverryYou can make great changes in your world by doing simple, small acts of kindness. Mother Teresa once said, “God does not command that we do great things, only little things with great love.” Guisepi, from FreeTeaPary.org is a perfect example of Mother Teresa’s words – ...
Views: 1923 - Cooking as a Spiritual Practice - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Don MiltonCooking as a Spiritual Practice Most people like to eat good food and not many of us want to engage in the process of preparation and clean-up. I can speak from experience because this was my approach for most of my life. I was raised in an ethnic family and community where many activities ...
Views: 3141 - Self Hypnosis and Your Health - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Danna NorekHypnosis is a curious technique to some, mired in skepticism for others, as a way for humans to overcome fears, talk themselves into losing weight subconsciously, to quit smoking, and even to help someone subconsciously boost their confidence or their libido. No doubt, hypnosis has many ...
Views: 849 - How Home Body Wraps Work - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Danna NorekIt is a great time for people who want to improve the way they look and feel but who do not have the money for expensive salon treatment. We have so many beauty and spa treatments available for us to do on our own at home, that we don't even have to leave our homes any more to tighten and tone ...
Views: 1059 - Tummy Time - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Rae PicaOur parents didn’t have to think about “tummy time” for us. They often placed us to sleep on our tummies. As babies, we hung around in our playpens both faceup and facedown. And it was not at all unusual for us to be lying on our tummies on the living room carpet or the ...
Views: 1177 - ***Debunking The Divorce Rate Myth - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzDebunking The Divorce Rate Myth By Dr. Charles D. Schmitz and Dr. Elizabeth A. Schmitz "the marriage doctors" Authors of the “Best Relationship Book of 2008” INDIE Book Awards Gold Medal Winner Golden Anniversaries: The Seven Secrets of Successful Marriage Available at ...
Views: 5067(29 votes) - 7 Reasons Why Kids Need Recess - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Rae PicaFour times in the past month, I’ve heard from parents or teachers who are upset by school policies that allow teachers or administrators to withhold recess as a form of punishment. The children’s infractions range from tardiness to failure to complete homework to acting out in class ...
Views: 19217 - Inexpensive, Effective And Savvy Advertising - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Marvin YakosOne of the greatest challenges for business owners is getting customers in the door, and that generally requires advertising dollars. And, it takes a fairly large slice of a promotional budget to sustain; especially in major media like TV, print or radio. The question becomes, where can a ...
Views: 632 - The Nature of Greatness - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Joel Bryant, Ed.D.Have you ever had seasons that mirrored symphonies, when everything jelled and every note fell in key without cue? Several of my books have been written on the steps of various buildings in uptown Charlotte beyond the stare of those who consider me homeless, aimless and foolish. If ...
Views: 796 - Need A Meaningful Career Change? - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Marvin YakosHave many people dream of having more meaningful work? The average person spends over 65% of their life working. How many Americans wake up to job drudgery and the recurring thoughts, I wish I had more meaningful work, or I wish I could earn more. Downsizing, a slowing economy and rising costs ...
Views: 639 - 7 Days of Self-Love - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Sandra GravesWhen it comes to love we all tend to do what comes naturally, we go along with it. We then attempt to love others without knowing how to love ourselves. I’ve personally learned about self-love through my own mistakes. Those mistakes have helped me identify some common patterns we tend to ...
Views: 2040(3 votes) - Maximize Your Fundraising By Offering Real Value - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Marvin YakosOn the eve of a big fundraiser a familiar lament was heard coming from the teacher’s lounge. “I still have cookie dough in my freezer left over from last year.” There is a loud collective sigh. “Just mix it in with the new cookie dough,” a volunteer suggests. There is guarded laughter, then a ...
Views: 707 - A Rewarding Work-From-Home Career - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Marvin YakosIn today’s electronic world, many entrepreneurs, professionals, and especially stay-at-home mom or dads relish the thought of working from home. Besides the obvious advantages, there are healthy tax write-offs, flexible hours and being your own boss. With the power of the internet a person can ...
Views: 661 - A Viable Business Alternative For Real Estate Agents in a Depressed Market - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Marvin YakosThe housing market has been hamstrung, coupled with a near melt-down of its accompanying financial arena. Even with the government making us all shareholders by bailing out Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the beleaguered housing market continues its descent to the lowest level in nearly 13 years. ...
Views: 731 - *** Frenemies: Four Relationship Tips for Dealing with Love Saboteurs - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2010 from Dr. Diana KirschnerIn the Sex & the City movie, Miranda functions as a friend-turned-Frenemy and helps derail her friend’s dream wedding. At a strategic point in the upcoming nuptials she opens her mouth and actually puts down the idea of marriage to the commitment-phobic groom! In this one act, Miranda ...
Views: 2825(61 votes) - *** The Five Secrets of Getting Lucky In Dating and Love - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Dr. Diana KirschnerSome people seem to have all the luck, especially when it comes to dating and love relationships. Meanwhile many of you have had your hearts broken over and over and over again. You wonder, what are the secrets to having luck in love? Well, here they are! I’ve worked as a psychologist ...
Views: 1090 - ***The Power of Positive Self-Affirmations for Dating Success - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Dr. Diana KirschnerResearch has repeatedly shown the power of positive self-talk, which is what most of us call affirmations. Positive affirmations have been used to: change behavior in under-achieving students; increase nurses’ and doctors’ well-being and lower their stress levels; reduce breast ...
Views: 2217 - Parents in Love - 3 Ways Parents Create a Family Team - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Jean TracyIs your marriage at odds with your parenting? Do you tell your children one thing while your spouse disagrees? Inside you'll find 3 ways to create a family team. "They say it takes a village to raise a child. That may be the case, but the truth is that it takes a lot of solid, stable marriages ...
Views: 725(3 votes) - Use Empathy to Unleash a Huge Reserve of Potential - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Julie DonleyConsider the thoughts that go through your mind on a daily basis – the fears, doubts, criticisms, and judgments. If you knew that other people have the same thoughts about life, their mate, their kids, the organization, about their co-workers and bosses, and about themselves as you have, ...
Views: 1293 - *** Six Dating Secrets for Boomers - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2010 from Dr. Diana KirschnerLet's face it: Dating is daunting. And when you're a Boomer, it may seem next to impossible. You might be coming out of a long-term marriage, or emerging from a period of time where you were consumed with raising children or caring for elderly parents -- or, perhaps you still are responsible for ...
Views: 2038(20 votes) - Feel Great About Yourself! - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Mireille LepelbladWhen you have low self esteem, feeling great about yourself is close to impossible. You could probably come up with plenty of reasons why you're not great. It is possible to build up your self esteem, believe it or not, and before you know it you'll feel great about yourself. The secret to ...
Views: 825 - Lessons From Horses - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Rev. Christine JeffersonI had a really cool experience with a pony I sold recently. All my life horses have called to me, spoken to me, supported and nourished my spirit, and called me friend. Many years ago now I owned a large Arabian gelding named Fan, who saw me through some really tough times; we grew up together. ...
Views: 559 - Sabotage-Killing Your Success - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Pat BaroneFor people who've never struggled with their weight, the path to weight loss seems simple. Diet! Exercise! People who have never struggled with excess weight have it all backwards – it's not their fault -- they've just been listening to the standard media misinformation we all hear. Thin ...
Views: 791(1 vote) - The Forgotten Skill Of Focus - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Ted PayneLately, I have noticed a common theme among many friends, colleagues and associates. It seems we are all struggling with the same issue – the ability to stay focused on a single task for a prolonged period of time. When I recently took a mental inventory of my typical day, I quickly became ...
Views: 565 - Content Management - Technology Driving Engagement - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Nick YorchakContent Management is total content control. With a content management system, or CMS, you can maintain consistency across your site with a few clicks. Whether brand messaging, news, or even look and feel, a CMS makes sitewide maintenance simple and quick. But there's more to it than that. With ...
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