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- What is Reiki - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Jackie TomlinReiki (pronounced Ray-Key) is Japanese for Universal Life Force Energy, or Spiritually Guided Energy. There are two parts to the word. REI means Universal, or all encompassing and self-knowing. (It is what you may think of as your Inner Self or your Higher Power.) KI means, Life Force ...
Views: 1784(1 vote) - A Sure Marriage-Killer: The War Between the Sexes - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Noelle NelsonYou glare at your husband over the kitchen table, the family checkbook held hostage between you. “Dryer!” you snap. “Carburetor!” he retorts. “Pay down credit cards!” you demand. “Put away for savings!” he insists. And it’s like this all the time. It’s not just that you can’t seem to agree on ...
Views: 1462(5 votes) - Number One Chef Secret Will Change Your Cooking Forever! - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrHave you ever wondered how a chef can be told to cook with a few ingredients and they can pull together a dish without using a cookbook? How is that possible? It’s possible because there are chef secrets that we use in cooking every day. They’re the same chef secrets that I teach in my online ...
Views: 1504(1 vote) - Silent, Good-looking Help For Allergies - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Bette DowdellHalf of us have thyroid problems, mostly undiagnosed or misdiagnosed. A whacked out thyroid tends to drag down the whole endocrine system, of which it is a part. In turn, a misbehaving endocrine system can drag along all kinds of stuff. Stuff you’d never in a million years figure out had ...
Views: 1813(2 votes) - Five Useful Tips For Kicking Off Your PR Campaign - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Karen ScharfPublic relations, or getting publicity through mainstream media, has been around for hundreds of years and has been proven effective in bringing in consumer traffic to small businesses. But, is such an ancient marketing method still effective for today's high-tech small businesses? While it's ...
Views: 753 - Are You Stress Eating to Calm Yourself? Three easy ways to start fixing the problem - by Submitted on May 12, 2010 from Melissa McCreeryMany busy women overeat when they are stressed, too busy, or overwhelmed. Eating as a way to calm down is a common form of emotional eating. On my website, I gave a list of three things to stop doing so that you could start taking control of this type of overeating. Now it’s time to fill in the ...
Views: 1884(2 votes) - Cancer Survivors – Beat Stress Naturally - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Dr.Anca MartalogStress is a continuously present factor in our lives; it can be obvious as the loss of a job or a loved one, or it can be hidden as the consequence of the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the food we eat. Stress has become such a commonplace thing in our hurried world that most people ...
Views: 886(1 vote) - Laddering Investments For An Even Gain - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Jason CardonisWe all tend to jump the gun on some things in life for one reason or another whether its love, buying, and sometimes investing. While we won't be covering love and buying, we will be talking about how to properly plan out investments through patience, and a proper investment strategy. For ...
Views: 1413(2 votes) - Quit Smoking Tip: Use this Stress Buster to Help You Stop Smoking - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Barry MooreOne of the things I hear a lot from smokers in my Toronto (Ontario, Canada) hypnosis quit smoking clinic is "I smoke to relax". If smoking really was relaxing then the more you smoked the more relaxed you'd be and chain smokers would be the most relaxed people on the planet. Do you know anyone ...
Views: 3693(11 votes) - How To Eliminate Anger in Three Minutes - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from David SamuelFor those of you who know me and my views on ‘weekend enlightenment workshops’ you will be appropriately shocked by the title of this article, and even more shocked to know that I believe this to be true. The three minutes are spent in reading this article, which if understood, will in fact ...
Views: 2444(1 vote) - Could NLP be the key to unlocking your potential? - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Tom MacKayThe other day after watching an incredible gymnastic display I heard someone say ‘I wish I could do that – it must be great to be born so talented!’. I remember myself that when I was younger, I used to marvel at incredible performance and presumed it was due to ‘talent’ that people were born ...
Views: 2051(1 vote) - CHECKING YOUR PROSPECT’S “DNA” - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Dirk ZellerBased on your qualifying efforts, determine the likelihood that your prospect will convert into a good client for your business by conducting a DNA analysis. This involves measuring the prospect’s level of desire, need to take action, and ability and authority to make a purchase or selling ...
Views: 1782(1 vote) - Challenging Stereotypical Sexuality - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Shahrazad @ the INNER FIRE TEMPLEOne thing I hear often from clients is that they are afraid to communicate their particular fetish, fantasy, or desire to their significant other. In a perfect world, partners would hold for each other a space of unconditional love within which the couple could explore together like children in ...
Views: 3334(2 votes) - The Playful Erotic: Dusting Off the Adult Imagination - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Shahrazad @ the INNER FIRE TEMPLEShe chased you to the back of the playground and told you she'd share her new crayons with you if you showed her what you had "down there". You tried kissing her with bubble gum in your mouth to see if you could share a "bubble". He often played "doctor" with his next-door-neighbour, always ...
Views: 4808(1 vote) - The Three Keys to Motivation During a Recession - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Shannon GrahamThere is no doubt about it, the recession has most people's motivation in a vice. People's personal and professional lives are being affected by the global economic downturn. However if you look carefully you will see that some people are still able to maintain high levels of motivation even ...
Views: 1246 - Train Your Elephant Train Your Mind - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Robert DarbyThe Unruly Mind Learning how to free ourselves from the tyranny of the unruly mind is not easy. Most of us have been the victims of the chaos of our own mind for so long that we don't even recognize that there is a need to do anything about it. What problem? Yet in a very real sense we are ...
Views: 1137 - How To Help A Teen Stop Tobacco Use - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Aurther ShokoTeenage tobacco use is on the increase across much of the western world. In particular tobacco use is increasing in the area of smokeless tobacco. It would appear that a huge number of young people is migrating from cigarette smoking to smokeless tobacco use particularly chewing tobacco. The ...
Views: 2566(2 votes) - 3 Sources for Blog Posting Ideas - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from TJ PhilpottMaintaining fresh ideas for your blog posting duties is one of the most challenging aspects of managing a site like this. When first creating a blog it is only natural to be excited about having your own personal online platform. But blogging sites are in need of more than just some initial ...
Views: 994 - 5 Truths about Building Blog Traffic - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from TJ PhilpottCreating a flow of blog traffic is the foundation upon which the site is built. At best the blog building process will take months before progress begins to become evident. Even then do not expect any significant leaps and bounds overnight, at least NOT in the early stages. Many are mislead by ...
Views: 891 - 5 Ways Publishing Content Produces Residual Traffic - by Submitted on May 13, 2010 from TJ PhilpottPublishing content is noted for it effectiveness at creating not only additional exposure but also credibility for the author. The key to this online marketing strategy is that what you publish MUST contained some sort of useful information for the target audience. If what you circulate is of ...
Views: 735 - Learn to Earn an Affiliate Income Online - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from TJ PhilpottA large part of learning how to earn an affiliate income has to do with avoiding common mistakes that waste time and increase your frustrations. Far too many approach their online affiliate business with the attitude they will figure it out as they go along. While the ambition displayed is ...
Views: 728 - An Easy Way to Make Yourself Happy—Recognize You Are Responsible—It is Up to You to Change Your Life - by Submitted on May 12, 2010 from Cindy L. HerbAll of us want peace and happiness. We look outside for the answers. However, the bottom line is that our happiness is up to us. We must choose to release old habits, destructive thoughts and patterns to be happy. No one can do it for us. Everyone can realize many exciting hopes and wishes. ...
Views: 2819(2 votes) - Your Property Investment Buying Plan - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Claud PearceIf you are just starting to learn on property investment buying, you must to know that the course of action is not overly difficult. You just must learn certain tips about investment properties for starters and follow the right measures. Making mistakes is one of the the things that's holding ...
Views: 756(1 vote) - Choose Happiness Now - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Kevin ThoroughgoodDo circumstances need to change before you allow happiness into your life? The majority of us have many preconceived ideas which we think will make us happier, however we steadfastly refuse to be convinced or satisfied until such things happen. A common stumbling block however is the fact ...
Views: 1168(2 votes) - Law Of Attraction Relationships: Are You Vibrationally Paired To Your Desires? - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Nanette GeigerMy husband and I just arrived back from a Miracle Caribbean Cruise. Why the miracle part? Well, it was one hundred percent free and it just came out of nowhere and came into our laps. Not just that, but a bunch of the bigger names in the Self-Improvement world were on it. You may have heard ...
Views: 1838 - CranioSacral Therapists - 3 Ways Discovering Your Spiritual Contract Helps Grow Your Practice Naturally - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Sharon DesjarlaisI was 33 years old the first time I had my astrological natal chart done. It was a warm afternoon and I was sitting nervously on a plush couch in a stranger's home. "This is crazy," I thought. I wasn't even sure there was anything to this astrology thing. Then Kelly Lowe, the astrologer, ...
Views: 1122 - We squawk for change – but we don’t really mean it! - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Paul AshbyThe sharpest decline in billings, in 2009, occurred. Billings declined 7.5%, now that’s the sharpest decline since 1944! And cracks are starting to appear in the already complex relationship between Agencies and Clients. Everybody appears to be getting in everybody else’s business, which ...
Views: 1989 - How To Create A Breakthrough In Your Life. Tip 1 - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Brenda BlindenbachWould you like to know how to create a breakthrough in your life? Do you feel discouraged, stuck, frustrated, disappointed or angry at what you are facing and don’t know how to shift it? The first thing to realize is that there is an internal block or conflict taking place between your desire ...
Views: 1643 - The Truth about Being an Entrepreneur - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Tricia DyckaWhat exactly is the truth about being an entrepreneur? It boils down to your own perception of what you feel it should mean to you. To me, being an entrepreneur means empowering others by sharing my gifts and experiences and living my life to the fullest. When I decided to travel the path of the ...
Views: 1731(2 votes) - Herbal Health Supplements Provide Vitamins and Minerals for Optimum Benefit - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Leigh McCabeToday, many working people are turning to herbal health supplements for balanced nutrition. In busy lifestyles, there are so many other things to do and so little time to prepare healthy meals. The quick and easy way to eat is to go to the nearest fast food and order pizza, pasta, sandwiches or ...
Views: 929(1 vote) - Thinking Happy - A Skill to Teach Our Kids? - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Patrick McMillanThinking happy thoughts at will is a skill that we can learn and teach our children, and certainly one we should teach them, after all happiness is what every parent wishes for their child right?. But how do we instill habits of happy thinking in ourselves and our kids? First, it helps to ...
Views: 1618(2 votes) - The Reality of The Biggest Loser - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Dr. Al Sears M.D.Imagine losing 34 pounds in a week. Or dropping 100 pounds in just seven weeks. Sound impossible? Believe it or not, these are actual results from NBC’s hit reality show, The Biggest Loser. No wonder the nation is captivated! But, as great as these results are… are they realistic? Do ...
Views: 1789(2 votes) - The 1,000 Mile Journey - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Declan StanleyAnd for me taking that first step is the easiest thing in the world to. It is taking the second step, and the third step and the fourth step, step after step, day after day, even year after year, that is the hard part. I have taken so many first steps that I’ve probably completed 1,000 “1,000 ...
Views: 1091 - Coaching Soccer Drills: Want To Learn Shooting - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Andre BotelhoIt is well known that in coaching soccer drills, every skill and teamwork imparted to the players has only 1 objective; to shoot the goal. It requires both skill and character to produce quality shooting. But there is one more thing that is equally important towards shooting; an aggressive ...
Views: 1061(1 vote) - Is There A Connection Between Positive Thought & Infinite Possibilities? - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Debbie RustonWe live in a very abundant world - a world FULL of Infinite Possibilities! I find very often though, people are so busy just "surviving" they can't see the possibilities around them. Why is this? When it is so evident to many of us that there are so many possibilities, why do so many people ...
Views: 1700(1 vote) - Caring for an aging parent – tips for easing the burden - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Gregory WeldyScary. Exhausting. Life-changing. These are just a few of the thoughts that run through an adult child’s head when they start to think about caring for an aging parent. It’s understandable considering multi-generational homes haven’t been common in modern America. But finding a smart eldercare ...
Views: 934(1 vote) - Thank You for Calling - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Rosanne DausilioHow often do you hear ‘thank you for calling’ when you make a call to a company? Almost all the time is my experience, you too? How often does it sound sincere? Much less time, don’t you think? What should it be? It should be a very sincere ‘thank you for calling,’ and you should mean it. ...
Views: 4668(3 votes) - Handling Criticism - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Greg BakerPeople will criticize you for all sorts of reasons. And if you take any sort of stand, good or bad, you will be criticized for it. But how you deal with it is a key to retaining sanity and an even disposition through life. I pastor a Church. I have my own opinions about God, religion, ...
Views: 3252(1 vote) - That's IMPOSSIBLE..Oh Really? - by Submitted on May 12, 2010 from Timothy SmithSome Thoughts and Quotes on the word IMPOSSIBLE The next time someone tells you something is impossible, just Smile, nod your head and move on. In your mind you can thank them for the motivation to prove their statement wrong. After al who mare they and HOW do they know for certain that ...
Views: 1954(3 votes) - Is Going Away GOOD for a Relationship - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Timothy SmithIs going away/traveling GOOD for a relationship? We’ve all been there. Some more than others. Traveling. Without your spouse/significant other/ children and loved ones. The question is: is there some positives and, does it actually strengthen your relationship at home? I’ll share some ...
Views: 1775(3 votes) - Top 3 Relationship Communication Tips - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Rachel MohebanWe’re always told how important good communication is to make a relationship work, but what does this really mean? On the surface, it seems straightforward and logical, right? So you and your partner need to talk and express your feelings….to be open, direct and honest Easier said than ...
Views: 1232 - The Secret to Emotional Healing - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Margaret PaulWhat does it mean to emotionally heal? It means that you know what you are thinking or doing that causes fear, anxiety, depression, guilt, fear, anger, jealousy, and so on, and how to learn from and heal these painful feelings. It means that you no longer turn to addictions to avoid loneliness, ...
Views: 5595(2 votes) - Live With Less Pain Through Massage Therapy - by Submitted on May 13, 2010 from Alice SanvitoSo many people live with unnecessary pain. Are you one of them? I'm astounded and dismayed at the number of people who believe that they have to live with their aches and pains, pains that could be alleviated, often quickly and easily. They seem to believe that there's nothing to be done. They ...
Views: 2224(4 votes) - Set the intention that your brand will be a success...no matter what! - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Jennifer Ransaw Smith"You have one or two choices when someone throws a rock at you. You can pick it up and throw it back, or you can pick it up and build a castle." Terrance Howard. It’s time to raise your game. From now on, you aren't allowed to play half-court. You're not allowed to be a bench warmer. In ...
Views: 1485(2 votes) - USE THE “SUMMIT PRINCIPLE” IN YOUR HIRING PROCESS FOR IMPROVED PERFORMANCE, AND LOWER EMPLOYEE TURNOVER - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from William MillerA good hiring process is built on solid, proven principles and hiring process design that should be taken very seriously. But one principle of hiring process design ranks way up in importance and can have an immediate impact on an organization’s ability to improve hiring and staffing decisions. ...
Views: 1412 - Have and Have Not... What We Should Have Learned in First Grade - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Aly and AndreaWhen Andrea taught first grade, her students would often jostle for the coveted position at the front of the line. Anyone that was “less than” first in line would complain about their position. This is what seven-year-olds do. And guess what? It doesn’t change much as we grow into adults. We ...
Views: 2850 - 8 Tips for Preventing Relapse to Alcohol or Drug Addiction - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Lucas Catton1. Attend a long-term rehab program – If at all possible, a longer-term (more than 30 days) drug and alcohol rehabilitation facility will often provide a solid foundation to work with that includes counseling and education about addiction and staying sober. 2. Have some type of support group ...
Views: 2980(2 votes) - Saving Money at the Grocery Store - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Nancy KvammeOne of the major expenses besides your housing expenses is for food. Even though it is cheaper than eating out, it is still helpful to find ways to save money at the grocery store. Most grocery stores have what they call "loss leader" items. These are items that they sell at little or no profit ...
Views: 1243 - 16 Ways to Avoid Failure - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Mackenzie PearceLet me get right to it: There is no failure, only an unwanted result. That being said, at times I know that unwanted results can feel like failure. To make matters worse, if you continue to try the same method you will risk getting the same result again and again. Examples of an unwanted ...
Views: 3719(1 vote) - The Gift of Letting Go of Clutter - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2010 from Marilyn BohnExcitement was in the air as gifts were being selected for Christmas giving. My 16 year old daughter who has always been into environmental issues and working on making the earth a better place decided this one year she wanted a special watch. The face of the watch was a sepia/gold color of the ...
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