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- Gaining Weight Might Not Be So Bad If It Weren't for Gravity! - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from William DiedrichIt's true. If it weren't for gravity, you might not notice so much when you gain weight. During the past couple of months I noticed that I had gained about ten pounds this year. And ten pounds the year before! My waist size didn't increase in my pants--I just started wearing my pants a little ...
Views: 1529 - Some Tips for Dealing with Procrastination - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from Leah ShapiroDoes procrastination stop you from creating your kick-ass dream life? You made the choice to go for your dream and you took some initial steps forward, but now you seem to have hit a wall and you find yourself standing still. In your mind, you think you know exactly what needs to happen, but ...
Views: 1645 - Productivity & Efficiency Tips for Creative People - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2015 from Liisa Kyle"Productivity" has kind of a bad rep -- it smacks of automation and soullessness. But honestly, do you know of any successful creative person who isn't productive? By definition, successful talented people produce works in their chosen media. The cousin of productivity is efficiency -- which ...
Views: 2662(1 vote) - Pain Is Inevitable - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from Richard (Dick) WarnBad things happen. The passing of a parent, the death of a pet, rejection from someone important, the loss of something you truly enjoy, and the list is endless. There is no “pain free” way to live. We build attachments. Attachments come to an end. Yet, as Buddha said, “Pain is inevitable. ...
Views: 2352(1 vote) - What were your most remarkable 100 hours? - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from martin goodyerIt’s easy to waste your time on a whim One hundred hours is just over 4 days. That’s the amount of time my fellow panel member on the BBC Sunday morning radio show had spent in the TV show ‘Big Brother’. Contrary to popular belief in the UK there are in fact more people in the world who’ve ...
Views: 1511(2 votes) - Are you the Tortoise or the Hare? - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from Mary Dee FreemanI walk my dogs every day. After I get past a certain point on the walk I let them off their leashes. Their reactions to freedom are the exact opposite. Barney likes to wander off the path. He’s a three year old Beagle so he will follow his nose just about anywhere. In fact, I have to watch ...
Views: 2136(2 votes) - Organize Your Kitchen in Six Simple Steps - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from Amy BrueskeThe kitchen is a very busy place in a typical household. Since the average person eats three meals a day, there’s a lot of food preparation and clean up going on, especially if there are a lot of mouths to feed. In order to make meal times fast, fun, and easy, having an organized kitchen is ...
Views: 1286(1 vote) - Six Amazing Transformational Technologies that are Absolutely Free - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from Catherine AumanA lot of people call me who can’t afford to pay for therapy. It’s true that many of the most powerful ways to work on yourself cost a lot of money. Psychotherapy, high priced seminars, bodywork, yoga classes, nutritional supplements, and seeking advanced training in your field will all improve ...
Views: 1917(1 vote) - It's Simple: Breathe Deep, Feel Good - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from Catherine AumanI first started thinking about oxygen back when I started a running program (it was a milestone birthday and I realized, “damn, I’ve got to get in shape!”). I’d been walking about an hour a day for years after hearing that exercise was the most effective treatment for depression. Walking had ...
Views: 2582(2 votes) - 5 Steps to settling your Child into School - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from Ruth EdensorEasing your young child out of your care and into school can be stressful and emotional for parents and children alike and end in crying and clingy behaviour. As parents we would all really like to see our children walk into their new environment with some confidence and eagerness to make ...
Views: 2230(4 votes) - Spiritual Benefits of Relaxation - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from Pamela TurnerIn relaxation, your brain waves first move to the alpha level, just a peaceful relaxation, the kind you get daydreaming, in a hot bath at the end of the day, enjoying a favorite hobby, listening to peaceful music, meditating. Over 3000 studies have been done proving the benefits of deep ...
Views: 2571(2 votes) - Christians Embroiled in a Crisis of Faith - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from Curtis SagmeisterAND THAT’S MY TAKE… (CHRISTIANS EMBROILED IN A CRISIS OF FAITH) © 2010 by Curtis Sagmeister. All Rights Reserved. While the Nation of Islam welcomes a huge and rabid surge to the Muslim faith, and the Jewish faith enjoys an insular growing population, the Christian religion struggles to ...
Views: 1036(1 vote) - Physical Therapy Marketing Strategy- What To Do Before You Get More New Clients! - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from Iona MeadeRunning and Marketing a Physical Therapy Practice needs some careful thought and consideration. First you want to begin with the end in mind. Start with a clear vision of how you want your life and ideal practice to look and feel before you take action on marketing or get clients into your ...
Views: 2934(1 vote) - What Are The Causes Of Panic Attacks - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from Andy JacksonAll of us are fighting an everyday battle against depression and anxiety. Our lives are getting so much fast paced and complex, that more and more people start suffering from disorders like stress, depression and anxiety. As the number of people affecting by such disorder increase, there is more ...
Views: 979 - Living With the Side Effects of Radiation in Cancer Treatment - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from alex whiteCancer is a dreaded disease. It makes its appearance as harmless symptoms and by the time the doctors make a definite diagnosis, it may have reached an incurable stage. Cancer treatment is very complex and expensive, as well as strenuous on the body and mind. If you notice even the slightest ...
Views: 846 - Stop Having Your Warm Leads Go Cold - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from Loren FogelmanDo you find that you get inquiries, people who have expressed an interest in working with you, and you wait before calling them? Or maybe someone has a warm lead for you, they know someone who is interested in talking to you about your services, and you are not sure how long to wait before ...
Views: 1565 - Success Secrets For Students and Professionals - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Bheki ShabanguA vast majority of students navigate through their studies with no picture of their future. A large percentage is just collecting degrees. Many land themselves even to jobs that has nothing to do with their line of study or area of expertise. What is the cause? A lack of vision. A lack of vision ...
Views: 1166(1 vote) - New evolution to Healthcare Learning - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Jason GayaThe future trend of e-learning method in medical education is greatly influenced by major trends in education industry i.e. (1) continuous change in Healthcare environment inclusive of advances in biomedical sciences and diagnoses & management of diseases, financing, organization, and ...
Views: 1004 - Small Investors – Large Vision Making Money with Penny Stocks - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Jeremy MillerInvestors are reaping big profits in the Penny Stock Market. They can see returns that push from 50% to 300% in a matter of days. These investors know where to look. Whether it is recession proof markets like medicine, or the booming foreign economies in Asia, these are the types of Penny Stocks ...
Views: 770(3 votes) - Don't Be A Downer-- Your Friends Love You! - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraThere's a reason why you've got friends--it's because they like you! So don't try to label yourself a Loser because nobody wants to hang out with a loser. Don't try to sound like you are your own worst enemy, because your friends are there for you. Don't be a downer; if you hang out with your ...
Views: 1555(1 vote) - Become an SEO Expert - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2012 from Sneha P SinghMost of the startup business ventures especially the online business are unable to get the required traffic for their websites. Search engine optimization can help in removing their dilemma. SEO can help in brining organic traffic to a particular blog or site. There are many simple but powerful ...
Views: 1001 - How Men Response Sexually - Tips to Please Your Partner - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Ryan MuttHow men response sexually is a matter that is more useful for women to know, since the women have to know what to do to please the male partner. Men can also take advantage of the details mentioned here since they can make their female partner aware of the acts that please them more. Men can ...
Views: 4591 - Importance of Male Sexual Confidence - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Ryan MuttLeading a normal and healthy sexual life is very much essential for both our mind and body. When things go normally, you life also goes normally. When this important aspect of life is not fulfilled satisfactorily, troubles are bound to start. For both men and women, a healthy relation is ...
Views: 7558 - Do You Know The Basics Of Stock Options Trading? - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Micheal RossTrading stock options is one of the most lucrative ways of making money on the Internet. Now, just like most things that are worth their while, understanding the basics is most of the time good enough. Understanding stock options basics is no different. A real understanding of the basics of ...
Views: 1147(3 votes) - Understanding Men: When He Needs A Break From The Relationship - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraThe beginning of the relationship has always been the most exciting and fun part. It is full of hopeful promises. One can’t help the insatiable feeling of being in love. Yes, those flirtatious phone conversations, the naughty actuations, the first romantic dinner and of course, the first kisses, ...
Views: 4736(3 votes) - Are You Truly Happy Or Just Settling From An Unhealthy Relationship - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraTwo halves make a whole. And when two halves move- in together, it makes a lot of stuff and clutter. Some are cluttered with physical stuff, but some with emotional stuff. And when emotional stuff gets overly cluttered, that's when you begin contemplating- "Am I truly happy or just settling from ...
Views: 1750(1 vote) - Be Smart And Irresistible- Know These Excellent Conversation Topics - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraEverything begins from a simple "hello," but it could also end right there and then, if you are not armed with great conversation topics. If you want women to swarm at you like a bee to a honey, then you should arm yourself with interesting conversation topics. Believe me, guys it will give you ...
Views: 2479(3 votes) - Thinking Of Getting Married? Don't Do Anything Until You Read This - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraGetting married is such a magical feeling. It's overwhelming with love and joy. You feel so sanctified because you have finally found the person that you want to be with for the rest of your life. But the nostalgia of "getting married" is different when you are already married. When you are ...
Views: 1076(1 vote) - 3 Reasons Outsourced Writing Is an E-Businessperson’s Best Friend - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from Heather SneedOutsourced writing services are a lifesaver when you’ve got a campaign that you’re trying to get off the ground. There’s no better way to get quality content created quickly, and everyone knows that content is King when it comes to getting yourself noticed online. Here are 3 big reasons why ...
Views: 699 - Money Changes Everything - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from James UsseryThe economic challenges of the past couple of years have carved a new business landscape, opening new perspectives about the way we market our products and handle the many bits or bytes of information we need to operate our businesses. While economic trends may still fall short of ...
Views: 875 - Social Marketing Services: Do You Really Need Them? - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from Heather SneedSocial marketing services can seem appealing, especially when you’re just starting out and could use some guidance. On the other hand, you may not need such a service if you’re campaign is small and you’re not that into creating a huge online social “presence” for yourself. It just depends on ...
Views: 758(2 votes) - Article Marketing Success: Are You Shooting Yourself in the Foot? - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from Heather SneedIf your article marketing success has been less than stellar lately, it could be that you’re shooting yourself in the foot without even realizing it. Successful articles are more than words thrown up on a page. Rather, they’re strategically written and placed so as to induce the reader to want ...
Views: 877(1 vote) - Taking a Different Kind of Guilt Trip - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Renee BarnowDo you notice when you carry around negative thoughts? Are your shoulders sore from the burden? Often called stinking thinking, how would you treat these thoughts if you considered them akin to rotten or spoiled food? Would you keep such food around? No. You would throw out the offenders. You ...
Views: 1484(2 votes) - Organic Traffic Strategies: 3 Social Networking No-Nos - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from Heather SneedUsing your social networks to gain organic traffic is kind of like learning how to make yourself the popular kid in high school. Remember how the kid who most wanted to be seen as "cool" was usually the one who ended up getting shunned because of their desperation? It works the same way online: ...
Views: 790(1 vote) - How To Become A Better Writer (from Online Creative Writing Course) - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Craig LockArticle Title: How To Become A Better Writer (from Online Creative Writing Course) Category (key words): Writing, Creative Writing, Writing Hints/Tips, Writing Course Web Sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/course/index.html and www.lulu.com/craiglock Other Articles are available at: ...
Views: 1025 - Social Bookmarking: Alternatives to Search Engine Traffic - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from Heather SneedFighting to maintain your position on the SERPs can feel like an uphill battle, but fortunately, there’s a new way people are making themselves known. It’s termed "social bookmarking" and it involves a new spin on a very old tactic: Provide valuable resources to others as a means of building ...
Views: 695 - Overcoming Disappointment and Losing Gracefully - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2010 from Terrianne SmallKathleen stood on stage ramrod straight beneath the bright lights, a smile pasted on her face. She was stunned, just couldn’t believe she had lost, but the proof was in the bouquet the winning contestant held in her arms. Was her gown not right? Her hair? Were her teeth not white enough? What ...
Views: 4571 - A Medium's Methodology: Encounters with Inhuman and Demonic Spirits - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Renso RyokanIt is rare, but working as a medium it is possible to come across inhuman or demonic forces in your work. These experiences can be extremely frightening, especially to those who are new in working with their gifts. The memories of images, voices and feelings can stay with you for a very long ...
Views: 2741 - Use Your Mind to Attract What You Want - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Patricia Eslava Vessey"As we increasingly master our perceptions, beliefs, and thought/feeling patterns, we magnetically attract that which we most desire." ~Luanne Oakes~ The mind is a powerful tool we can use to transform our lives. With specific and purposeful use of the mind we can improve performance, ...
Views: 2477(7 votes) - Do You Worry About Your Kids’ Safety On The Web? Part 1 - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraI have a kid and soon enough, he might just be as internet savvy as I am. Children these days are very quick to learn and their skills in adapting to technology seem to be faster than the Road Runner. I’m quite sure that most of you reading this right now have children too, or nephews and nieces ...
Views: 964 - Spanking and Other Customer Service Tips - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2010 from Zoe RouthIt started off badly. I took a phone call from a sales rep who talked really quickly and wanted me to sign up on the spot for the unbelievably-amazing-super-duper-offer. My spider senses were tingling, and I backed off and used the great pause button, "I must talk with my husband." Not taking ...
Views: 2865(2 votes) - Finding Your Niche-Part 2 - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2010 from Steve TothThis week's episode: Finding Your Niche as a Radio Show Host-101-Part 2 -Paying Music Royalty Fees -What are Radio Show Streaming Fees?-Live 365 Fees Review -What are Podcasting Rates? -How to Get Guests for Your Radio Show? with examples -Why You Need to Do PR Releases Next week we will ...
Views: 5125(5 votes) - Sometimes We Run…Part 2: A smart strategy to achieve your goals! - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Richard LiottaIn Sometimes We Run... Part 1 (see article here: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/sometimes_we_run_your_relationship_with_your_goals_part_1 ) two of the primary ways that we run in relationship to our goals were addressed, running away from and running towards our goals. There are several ...
Views: 1725(2 votes) - Rest for the "Doing Machine" ….. when Work is Slow - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Ann FryHave you ever noticed that when you don’t have much work to do, you don’t slow down, but actually rev up? As a self-employed woman, I constantly am doing, doing, doing … “trying” to create more work. Now, certainly that’s a normal inclination. When we need something, we go after it. To have ...
Views: 1088 - Take the Edge Off of Anxiety With These Seven Stress Reduction Techniques - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2010 from Andrew HunterWe all experience stress, at one time, or another. Stress will affect you as long as you allow it. It causes irritability and anger. Many studies show the harmful effects of stress, but you can find some relief. Technique #1: The first step of our stress relief techniques is meditation. Even ...
Views: 7446 - Don't forget about your dreams, you can do it, go for it! - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Elise QuevedoHey there y'all. Have you ever wondered why so many people never follow their dreams? Have you ever looked around you when you are on the bus, waiting in line at the bank or grocery store or even just around in the street? When you were a kid... You had dreams... you wanted to be a Fire ...
Views: 2331(1 vote) - What Motivates the Typical Online Entrepreneur? - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from TJ PhilpottThe typical online entrepreneur is a different species insofar as they generally work alone and within an industry that can be very stressful and demanding. Being your own boss is great however many are prone to second thoughts about this when they find that everything' is their responsibility! ...
Views: 893(2 votes) - Is Your Blog Posting Buzz Worthy? - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from TJ PhilpottYour blog posting is a very critical element that contributes significantly to the development of your site. People will either be attracted or repelled by the quality and consistency of the blog entries they find on your platform. If what they find is not quality content they probably will not ...
Views: 1038 - Why Brand Development is Important Online - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from TJ PhilpottBrand development can either focus on your business and what it has to offer, or perhaps even your own 'personal' uniqueness or qualities that makes you more identifiable on the internet. Whatever your preference or goals, developing an online brand should be a top priority when you have ...
Views: 901(2 votes) - Effective Copy Writing Contains 3 Key Elements - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from TJ PhilpottCopy writing requires the author being able to 'connect' with readers on a level where they are able to persuade people to take a certain desired action. In order to achieve this result however a copy writer must first get the attention of the reader and 'draw' them further into the ...
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