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- De-Mystifying Subtle Sense Perception - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Laura FineYou’re a healer, therapist, body worker, nurse, martial artist, poet. Perhaps you’ve studied Reiki, learned to channel, transmit light energy, re-structure chakras. People come to you for guidance, healing, insight, strength. You give of yourself open-heartedly. Your clients love you. You help ...
Views: 1350 - Hope Helps Us Cope - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from M.J. RyanIn Greek mythology, when Pandora opened the box and let out all the troubles that have since plagued the world, she also let out a tiny fairy who said, “Yes, it is true that you have unleashed all manner of afflictions upon the world, but you have also let me out. I am Hope and will always be ...
Views: 2060(3 votes) - Fire Your Broker Immediately - A Financial Mentorship Program is the Wave of the New Paradigm - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from SCOTT LIFERAs we enter into the summer of 2009 our entire socioeconomic lives are feeling the strain of the financial meltdown. There has never been a better time to rethink and reposition our efforts and mindset with respect to our portfolios, or lack thereof. The old school concept of financial broker ...
Views: 1413 - Dual Diagnoses and Eating Disorders: "Double Trouble" - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Marty LernerFrom a professional perspective, it has been my experience that when people come into treatment for an eating disorder they often bring with them concomitant issues with either depression and/or substance abuse. An educated guess with respect to the prevalence of these “dual diagnoses” would ...
Views: 1564(1 vote) - Are We in a Boom or Bust? The Answer May Surprise You - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from SCOTT LIFERIn defining any period in history, due to our programming and our current economic and educational paradigms, we usually use macroeconomic models in our conclusions. With our current state of complete and total disarray in our financial systems, it's inevitable that most of society have went ...
Views: 1660(2 votes) - *** Goal Setting Can Limit Our Flexibility and Learning - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Jim Clemmer"People seldom hit what they do not aim at." — Henry David Thoreau, 19th century American naturalist, poet, and essayist Goals are precise and measurable objectives with exact time frames and targets. Goals are short-term steps toward our long-term vision. Goals are specific points along our ...
Views: 1616(11 votes) - Recovering from an Eating Disorder: "Food for Thought" - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Marty LernerThere a few “implied” assumptions I have regarding the basic building blocks to recovering from any addiction – of which I consider most eating disorders to be. Let me be candid and put out there one of the most important assumptions I have – recovering from an eating disorder begins with a ...
Views: 1899(1 vote) - Building a Network will be your Lifeline In the New Mega Information Era - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from SCOTT LIFERAs we shift into overdrive in this new Financial Paradigm and socioeconomic environment the internet and economic collapse has helped fuel, we must shift our focus when it comes to our networks. It's been said our "Net Worth" is directly related to our "Networks". In other words, who we choose ...
Views: 1516(2 votes) - Why You Can’t Shed 10 Pounds In 2 Days - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2009 from Emile JarreauWouldn’t it be nice to be able to shed 10 pounds in 48 hours, prior to a big event where you want to look good? Instead of staying in good shape year round, or planning ahead for a big event, most people wait until the last minute and then try to shed 10 pounds overnight to achieve the way they ...
Views: 855(2 votes) - Your JOB (Just Over Broke) is Killing Your Spirit - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from SCOTT LIFERAs we enter into the July 4th weekend of 2009 the anticipation of spending extra days with loved ones, meeting old friends for a barbecue or just hanging out in the campground with our kids gives us that renewed feeling of freedom to choose how we want to spend our time. Let's face it, time is ...
Views: 2101(3 votes) - *** Social Media Marketing . . . The New Internet Marketing - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Dawn PigoniInternet marketing, though it may be a new concept for some, it is not as new of a concept as social media marketing. Internet marketing, also known as online marketing is at its simplest form using the Internet to market your business, product or service. This could encompass a broad range of ...
Views: 2561(11 votes) - *** Simple Steps to Improve Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Steffan AbelWhen you first hear the words Alzheimer’s and dementia it is understandable to be filled with panic, worry, anger or sadness – after all you are told that there is very little that can be done to improve these conditions. You may also wonder why it is you or your loved one who is affected? ...
Views: 3912(10 votes) - Make a Decision! - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Rena GreenbergHave you ever had a habit that you wanted to get rid of? Maybe biting your nails or smoking cigarettes or snacking? Or perhaps right now you have a positive habit that you want to create in your life – maybe you want to start exercising, or become a better listener, or start eating healthier ...
Views: 1565(1 vote) - Manage Stress and Weight with Three Easy Techniques - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Kelly StallingsAs women, most of us are really good about taking care of our outside appearance. We are good about doing things to enhance our outer health. It is important that we realize the need to spend just as much time and effort on the inside for a healthy mind and mood both of which relate to a healthy ...
Views: 1285(2 votes) - You Are Not Your Habits - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Rena GreenbergHow often have you compared yourself to someone else, only to fall short in the comparison? Do you imagine that if someone else doesn’t have the destructive habit of perusing through the fridge at midnight that they are somehow more evolved than you? We are all a collection of habits. We ...
Views: 1531(2 votes) - The Privilege of Being a Parent - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Jo-Anne CutlerLast weekend I was one of 850 people in my local community that participated in the National Walk for Kids Help Phone, celebrating this amazing organization’s 20th year and raising, within just our small group, approximately 210,000 in pledges! I was so grateful to be a part of this special ...
Views: 5374(5 votes) - What Pictures Are Running Through Your Mind? - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Rena GreenbergEvery action is preceded by thought. So often when we want to make positive changes in our life, we focus on the behavior we wish to eliminate. We tell ourselves that we are not going to smoke, overeat, curse, drive recklessly, procrastinate or we focus on a multitude of other ills we need to ...
Views: 2367(7 votes) - The Pain of Letting Go - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Jo-Anne CutlerEvery month, when I go to write my newsletter, I don’t have a plan necessarily…I just see what transpires in my life around that time and, without fail; there is an event or theme that presents itself. As my daughter lay sleeping this morning in my bed, having curled up there for the second ...
Views: 2365(2 votes) - Graduation Time - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Jo-Anne CutlerThis month has certainly brought back memories for me as my daughter, Melissa, graduates from high school. It seems that the last 18 years have gone by in a flash as I can still remember, so vividly, my own experience of the prom and all the peripheral, but all too important details such as the ...
Views: 2418(2 votes) - Commercial Real Estate: The Importance of Population Trends - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Craig HigdonWhile commercial real estate can be an excellent investment, it’s all but impossible to succeed in this competitive environment without some sort of game plan. The most successful professional real estate investors are those who are able to look at a given area and accurately predict which ...
Views: 2478(4 votes) - Change: Why Are We So Resistant to It? - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Rena ReeseReflect on some of the big life changes you have transitioned during your life. Some may have been rights of passage such as moving up from elementary school to middle and then high school or your first sleep over. This could include leaving home for college or military service, getting married ...
Views: 1856(2 votes) - Commercial Real Estate: Raising Equity - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Craig HigdonGETTING STARTED WITH INVESTORS Those researching the subject of commercial real estate investment are likely to encounter the term “OPM” on a regular basis. OPM is an acronym for “Other People’s Money.” I’ve covered this topic in general in an earlier article, but today I want to focus on ...
Views: 1607(2 votes) - Past Life to Present Life Relationships - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2010 from Lisa BoussonBefore you were born you signed a contract – with yourself! What unfinished business was left lying around from a past life? Whom did you have problematic relationships with? Let me tell you this… Much of what you’re going through now is a direct result of what was accomplished, or left undone, ...
Views: 13096(4 votes) - What to Do When Your Web Site Developer Disappears - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Alan LangfordWeb site developers and designers can move, switch jobs, or change careers. Sometimes they just seem to disappear. If you depended on your developer to maintain your site, this can be a real cause for concern. Although never a pleasant circumstance, if your site is built with a well known ...
Views: 680 - Responsible Risk Taking - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Tracy TresidderRaising resilient teenagers Webster's dictionary defines resilience as "an ability to recover from or adjust easily to misfortune or change". Teenagers learn to understand the depths of their resourcefulness and resilience through adverse conditions such as failure, disappointment, ...
Views: 2152(2 votes) - How to Read People’s Minds: 3 Secret Ways To Read People’s Thoughts - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Michael LeeWhile we haven’t yet reached the age of flying cars and robot wars, we have at least reached the point where we know how to read people’s minds. These days, there are various methods you can use to know what another person is thinking. These methods range from the basic to the scientific. If ...
Views: 7049(4 votes) - How To Become Genuinely Interested In Other People - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Michael LeeThese days, knowing how to become genuinely interested in other people is a must-have skill. Why? Well, that’s because you get to close deals more often that way. You get to put your ideas on the forefront. You get to convince the rest of the group to follow your lead. Knowing how to become ...
Views: 11545(5 votes) - Tips to Avoid Stretch Marks During Pregnancy - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from John OntonIf you are pregnant, then it’s very good news for you and congratulations! Being a new mother is truly a joyful experience, but "Mother Nature" says you have to wait nine months until you get there. During this nine month journey, you have to face many problems like nausea, fatigue, and ...
Views: 1180 - Skin Care On The Job – Taking Care Of Your Skin In The Office - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Marilynn SyrettWe spend nearly one-third of our day at our workplace. However, most women fail to realize the damage incurred by their skin at office. In fact, taking good care of their skin at office is one of the prime skin concerns of working women. It gets very difficult to maintain a fresh face all day ...
Views: 1108(1 vote) - Pregnancy Stretch Marks – How To Get Rid Of Them? - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Marilynn SyrettPregnancy is a beautiful experience in a woman's life. Its a time of joy and celebration of womanhood and you get lots of compliments and gifts. However, along with all this you also get those unsightly stretch marks. Along with your protruding belly, you can also develop red and brown color ...
Views: 1058(2 votes) - Discover Powerful Self Improvement & Personal Development Strategies and Live Your Dream Life! - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Ishmail DownesIn case you were wondering what self improvement & personal development self-help means, here's a quick explanation. Basically, anything to do with improving aspects of your life. For example, career, relationships, health, psychology, etc., but by yourself - once you know how (hence the ...
Views: 1760 - Are You Fiber-Foolish? - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Kevin AgrawalFiber is a buzz word these days—you hear it everywhere—but do you really know what fiber does and why you may need it? Fiber can be classified into two broad types – soluble and insoluble. Different fibers therefore have different effects on the body and so much has been written about the pros ...
Views: 973(3 votes) - Can Your Acne Stem from Colon Health? - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from Kevin AgrawalThe first step to clearing acne is to understand the underlying reasons for acne eruptions. There are several scientifically-based possibilities for the root reasons for acne. Some theories state that acne is due to hormonal changes since it is more prevalent during puberty or adolescent stage. ...
Views: 1238(2 votes) - Causes of Joint Pain - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from Kevin AgrawalMany of you reading this article right now are affected by poor joint health or probably know someone who is. According to the United States Bone and Joint Decade, 1 out of 7 people in America, suffer from some type of joint pain resulting in restriction of movements.Whatever the cause of joint ...
Views: 1447(5 votes) - Asthma - What You Should Know - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Eckee AsquareAsthma is a chronic disease in the airways can make breathing very difficult. When a person has asthma, there is an inflammation of the air passages which can result in a temporary reduction in the airways that carry oxygen to the lungs. When this happens, asthma symptoms begin to appear. Some ...
Views: 640(1 vote) - Do Retinols and Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) Work for Acne? - by Retinols, Alpha Hydroxy Acids and Acne
Retinols are derived from a well-known micronutrient: vitamin A. Vitamin A is usually hailed as the “eye vitamin”. In reality, it benefits the skin, hair and nails as well. Vitamin A is stored in the body in small amounts and used to catalyze other ...
Views: 1295(2 votes) - More on the God Thing... - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Keith BrayI am not, today, a religious person, but to move from a low start point to a life I love today, I had to understand what god is to me. It is safe to say, at my lowest hour, I was spiritually bankrupt. I was the centre of my own universe and I tried to control all within it. For a long period it ...
Views: 1247(1 vote) - Getting Pregnant After a Miscarriage - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from kydde asquareAs you probably know, Miscarriages are very common, more than one in eight pregnancies ends in an early loss. The most common reason for a miscarriage is one in eight numbers appeared. The chances of success next time is good. But do not be surprised if you are feeling extra anxious about ...
Views: 1099(1 vote) - Achieving Recession Chic: 10 Affordable Style Strategies - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Patty BuccellatoWith consumer confidence levels low, even the most enthusiastic shoppers are acting with caution. Some are even cutting back as the recession progresses. According to The NPD Group's Economy Tracker (March 2009), confidence levels have dropped to 36.7, down from 38 in October. The number gives ...
Views: 1557(1 vote) - Buying a Home Based Business Franchise - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Ataur RehmaanOne of the most effective ways to survive in an internet home based business is to actually purchase a franchise. Lots of people, even before they hear about a franchise opportunity, strongly look at the other side very strongly saying that "I have to give them a share of my income". Are they ...
Views: 734(1 vote) - Does Salicylic Acid Work for Acne? - by Salicylic Acid and Acne
Salicylic acid is by no means the best line of defense against acne. If we make a direct comparison to active agents such as benzoyl peroxide, salicylic would probably lack a few important anti-bacterial characteristics.
However, it’s believed that this particular ...
Views: 1512(2 votes) - How to Successfully Market Your Products on the Internet? - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Ataur RehmaanIn terms of business ventures, there are no other single sectors where strategy is more important than internet. For internet, marketing strategy becomes the double edged sword. You can market your internet business in several ways, but unless you are as big as Apple or some big corporation, ...
Views: 669(1 vote) - Can I Drink Alcohol and Build Up Muscle? - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2009 from Tim RyanMany bodybuilders especially amateur bodybuilders like to enjoy the occassional drink of alcohol whther it be in the form of beer, wine or spirits. Here we ask just what affect this has on our body and is it ok to drink if we want to build up muscles. Unfortunately alcohol interferes with ...
Views: 2539 - What Should You Look For When Selecting a Real Estate Investing Course? - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Ataur RehmaanWhen selecting a real estate investing course, you must ask yourself the following five questions: 1. Are they happy to provide contacts of past participants? 2. Are they providing the course content in advance so that you can take a look at what to expect? 3. Do they themselves develop ...
Views: 706(1 vote) - Time Management in Home Based Business - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Ataur RehmaanYour biggest advantage in home business could become your worst enemy as well, that is absence of boss and you need to do your own time management. For instance, you think that you have all the time in the world and you will be able to do everything under the sun within the day. Alternatively, ...
Views: 737(1 vote) - The 3 Hidden Secrets To Boost Your Commissions from Affliate Programs - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from hardeep singhCopyright 2006 Jason Chew The following article includes pertinent information that may cause you to reconsider what you thought you understood. The most important thing is to study with an open mind and be willing to revise your understanding if necessary. Most of this information comes ...
Views: 1016(1 vote) - The Problem with Most Marathon Training Schedules - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Jago HolmesAnything that has ever been acheived in life can usually be traced back to a plan or design, following a haphazard approach rarely gets the results we hope for. Marathon training schedules are a bit like this in that you do need one. You need direction and goals and without a roadmap to ...
Views: 2152 - How Old Should Your Children Be Before They Begin Lifting Weights? - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2009 from James EvansOnly a generation ago it was generally thought to be taboo for children under 14 to lift weights. It was commonly believed that it would stunt their growth, damage their joints, or injure their spines, among other things. Over the years, most of these assumptions have been disproven, and ...
Views: 7326 - Is God Fat Too? - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2009 from James EvansAccording to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) (http://www.cdc.gov/), American society has become “obesogenic.” In other words, we’re fat and getting fatter. The majority of people in this country profess themselves to be Christians yet this same majority is also ...
Views: 1460 - Pole Dancing - Beyond the Sleaze - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from James EvansPole dancing has evolved from its sleazy striptease reputation to a legitimate form of exercise that is gaining in popularity worldwide. In addition to the many private pole dancing studios, more and more health clubs and fitness centers are offering pole dancing classes as a creative form of ...
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