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- Book Review: Set Your Voice Free - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Public Speaking. Public Speaking is speaking to a group of people in a structured manner with the intention to inform, influence, or entertain the audience. A good orator should be able to invoke emotion in their listeners, not just ...
Views: 3632 - Book Review: Carole Maggio Facercise - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Facial Exercise. Facial Exercises are various series of contractions of the facial muscles meant to achieve an improved, toned, younger looking face. Deborah Crowley is the Official Guide to Facial Exercise. Carole Maggio Facercise: ...
Views: 3574(1 vote) - Book Review: The Power of Positive Thinking - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Mind Control. Mind Control are topics related to women's health, concerns, and lifestyles. Michael Masterman is the Official Guide to Mind Control. The Power of Positive Thinking, by Norman Vincent Peale, is a valuable resource for ...
Views: 3515 - Definition: Herniated Disc - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteA spinal disc herniation, incorrectly called a "slipped disc", is a medical condition affecting the spine, in which a tear in the outer, fibrous ring (annulus fibrosus) of an intervertebral disc allows the soft, central portion (nucleus pulposus) to bulge out. This tear in the disc ring may ...
Views: 3328 - Book Review: The Power of Body Language - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Body Language. Body Language is nonverbal, usually unconscious, communication through the use of postures, gestures, and facial expressions. Robert Phipps is the Official Guide to Body Language. The Power of Body Language, by Tonya ...
Views: 3316(1 vote) - Definition: Career Testing - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteAn aptitude is an innate, acquired or learned or developed component of a competency (being the others: knowledge, understanding and attitude) to do a certain kind of work at a certain level. Aptitudes may be physical or mental. The innate nature of aptitude is in contrast achievement, which ...
Views: 3290(1 vote) - Book Review: Forget the Facelift - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Facial Exercise. Facial Exercises are various series of contractions of the facial muscles meant to achieve an improved, toned, younger looking face. Deborah Crowley is the Official Guide to Facial Exercise. Forget the Facelift: ...
Views: 3283(1 vote) - Book Review: The Inner Game of Tennis - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Peak Performance. Though the term "peak performance" could apply to a number of different areas of self improvement, one thing is clear: Peak performance implies that the individual in question is operating at the top of his or her ...
Views: 3255 - Definition: Facial Muscles - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteFacial Muscles The facial muscles are a group of striated muscles innervated by the facial nerve that, among other things, control facial expression. These muscles are also called mimetic muscles. Structure The facial muscles are subcutaneous (just under the skin) muscles that control facial ...
Views: 3254(1 vote) - Definition: Facial Toning - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteFacial Toning Facial toning is a type of cosmetic procedure which promises to alter facial contour and reduce wrinkles, sagging and expression marks in the face by means of increasing muscle tone, increasing facial volume by promoting muscular hypertrophy, and preventing muscle loss due to ...
Views: 3215(1 vote) - Book Review: The Definitive Book of Body Language - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Body Language. Body Language is nonverbal, usually unconscious, communication through the use of postures, gestures, and facial expressions. Robert Phipps is the Official Guide to Body Language. The Definitive Book of Body Language: ...
Views: 3144 - Definition: Non-Surgical Face Lift - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteNon-Surgical Face Lift Anti-aging creams are moisturisers marketed with the promise of making the consumer look younger and reducing visible wrinkles on the skin. Despite great demand, many such products and treatments have not been proven to give lasting or major positive effects. A decrease ...
Views: 3118(1 vote) - Definition: Ayurvedic Practitioner - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteAyurvedic Practitioners Ayurvedic practice was flourishing during the time of Buddha (around 520 BC) , and in this period the Ayurvedic practitioners were commonly using Mercuric-sulphur combination based medicines. In this period mercury, sulphur and other metals were used in conjunction with ...
Views: 3047(1 vote) - Definition: Chyawanprash - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteChyawanprash, also spelled chyavanaprasha, chyavanaprash, chyavanaprasam and chyawanaprash, is an ancient Ayurvedic herbal preparation, widely used in India, as a rejuvenative, energizer and immunity booster. It is often called "the elixir of life" due to its numerous nutritional properties and ...
Views: 3044 - Book Review: Why Talking Is Not Enough: Eight Loving Actions That Will Transform Your Marriage - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Marriage. A marriage is an interpersonal relationship with governmental, social, or religious recognition, usually intimate, and often created as a contract. Margaret Paul is the Official Guide to Marriage. Margaret Paul, Ph.D. is an ...
Views: 3001 - Definition: Life Worth Living - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2008 from Stephanie Ouellette"Believe that life is worth living and your belief will help create the fact." - William James Attitude is everything. I know that you've heard this before and either agreed or disagreed. Either way, you were confirming its truth. Attitude is a filter for everything going into your mind and ...
Views: 2926 - Book Review: Spark - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Mind Control. Mind control includes the theories and/or techniques designed to subvert an individual's control of their own thinking, behavior, emotions, or decisions.Michael Masterman is the Official Guide to Mind Control. Spark: ...
Views: 2902 - Definition: Neck Pain - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteNeck pain (or cervicalgia) is a common problem, with two-thirds of the population having neck pain at some point in their lives.[1] It is increasing in both intensity, frequency and severity of episodes.[citation needed] As people are increasingly sedentary, live fast-paced and hectic lives, ...
Views: 2805 - Definition: Body Signals - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteUnderstanding body signals Although they are generally not aware of it, many people send and receive non-verbal signals all the time. These signals may indicate what they are truly feeling. The technique of 'reading' people is used frequently. For example, the idea of mirroring body language ...
Views: 2760 - Definition: Niche Marketing - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteA niche market is a focused targetable portion (subset) of a market sector. By definition, then, a business that focuses on a niche market is addressing a need for a product or service that is not being addressed by mainstream providers. A niche market may be thought of as a narrowly defined ...
Views: 2721 - Definition: Ayurvedic Medicine - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteAyurvedic medicine is an ancient system of health care that is native to the Indian subcontinent. It is presently in daily use by millions of people in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. The word "Ayurveda" is a tatpurusha compound of the word āyus meaning "life", "life principle", or "long life" ...
Views: 2704(1 vote) - Book Review: When Bad Things Happen to Good People - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Therapy and Counseling. Therapy and Counseling allow for the treatment, discussion, and consulting of anything from physical to mental to emotional problems. D'Arcy Vanderpool is the Official Guide to Therapy and Counseling. When ...
Views: 2687 - Definition: Mental Health Professional - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteMental Health Professional A mental health professional is a person who offers services for the purpose of improving an individual's mental health or to treat mental illness. These professionals include psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, clinical social workers, psychiatric nurses as well as ...
Views: 2684 - Definition: Lower Back Pain Treatment - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteLow back pain is a common musculoskeletal disorder which affects the lumbar segment of the spine. It can be either acute, subacute or chronic in its clinical presentation. Typically, the symptoms of low back pain do show significant improvement within two to three months from its onset. In a ...
Views: 2651 - Definition: Empowerment and Healing - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThe Recovery Model is an approach to mental disorder or substance dependence that emphasizes and supports an individual's potential for recovery. Recovery can be seen within the model as a personal journey requiring hope, a secure base, supportive relationships, empowerment, social inclusion, ...
Views: 2638 - Definition: Sciatica - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteSciatica is a set of symptoms including pain that may be caused by general compression and/or irritation of one of five nerve roots that give rise to the sciatic nerve, or by compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve itself. The pain is felt in the lower back, buttock, and/or various parts ...
Views: 2597 - Definition: Work and Family - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteWork and Family Work-family conflict is “a form of interrole conflict in which the role pressures from the work and family domains are mutually incompatible in some respect. That is participation in the work (family) role is made more difficult by virtue of participation in the family ...
Views: 2586 - Definition: Personal Development - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteSelf-efficacy is an impression that one is capable of performing in a certain manner or attaining certain goals. It is a belief that one has the capabilities to execute the courses of actions required to manage prospective situations. Unlike efficacy, which is the power to produce an effect, ...
Views: 2556 - Definition: Acupressure Massage - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteAcupressure Acupressure (a portmanteau of "acupuncture" and "pressure") is a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) technique derived from acupuncture. In acupressure physical pressure is applied to acupuncture points by the hand, elbow, or with various devices. Reviews of acupressure clinical ...
Views: 2554 - Book Review: The Yoga Face - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Facial Exercise. Facial Exercises are various series of contractions of the facial muscles meant to achieve an improved, toned, younger looking face. Deborah Crowley is the Official Guide to Facial Exercise. The Yoga Face: Eliminate ...
Views: 2477(1 vote) - Book Review: The Trusted Advisor - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Customer Service. Customer service is a series of activities designed to enhance the level of customer satisfaction. Its importance varies by product, industry and customer. Todd McDonald is the Official Guide to Customer ...
Views: 2473 - Definition: Career Planning Advice - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteClarify Your Vision It can be difficult to find your way in the world if you don't have a definite vision of what it is that you want out of life. Creating a unique vision for your life isn't always easy, however; with all of the stimuli and imagery that is commonly encountered every day you ...
Views: 2442 - Definition: Pressure Points - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2008 from Stephanie OuellettePressure Points In the study of martial arts, practitioners do not focus just on increasing the "brute strength" of their strikes, but also on the target of their strikes to maximize the impact, and to achieve specific outcomes. There are several types of pressure points, each of which is ...
Views: 2438 - Book Review: Shrink Yourself - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Eating Disorders. Eating Disorders are potentially life-threatening neurotic conditions characterized by severe disturbances in eating habits that involve insufficient or excessive food intake. Tricia Greaves is the Official Guide to ...
Views: 2424 - Definition: EMarketing Business Strategy - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteInternet marketing, also referred to as online marketing or Emarketing, is the marketing of products or services over the Internet. The Internet has brought many unique benefits to marketing including low costs in distributing information and media to a global audience. The interactive nature of ...
Views: 2394 - Book Review: 7 Tools to Beat Addiction - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Addiction and Recovery. Addiction is a condition of being habitually or compulsively occupied with or involved in something. Recovery helps you restore yourself to a better state or condition. John McMahon is the Official Guide to ...
Views: 2343 - Book Review: Ancient Secrets of Facial Rejuvenation - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Facial Exercise. Facial Exercises are various series of contractions of the facial muscles meant to achieve an improved, toned, younger looking face. Deborah Crowley is the Official Guide to Facial Exercise. Deborah has identified ...
Views: 2332(1 vote) - Definition: Love and Marriage - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteLove and Marriage Marriage or wedlock is an institution in which interpersonal relationships (usually intimate and sexual) are sanctioned with governmental, social, or religious recognition. It is often created by a contract or through civil processes. Civil marriage is the legal concept of ...
Views: 2287 - Definition: Marketing Idea for Small Business - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteA great way to market your small business is through Google AdWords. AdWords is Google's flagship advertising product and main source of revenue. AdWords offers pay-per-click (PPC) advertising, and site-targeted advertising for both text and banner ads. The AdWords program includes local, ...
Views: 2232 - Book Review: Anatomy of a Food Addiction - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Eating Disorders. Eating Disorders are potentially life-threatening neurotic conditions characterized by severe disturbances in eating habits that involve insufficient or excessive food intake. Tricia Greaves is the Official Guide to ...
Views: 2212 - Book Review: The Secret Language of Business - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Body Language. Body Language is nonverbal, usually unconscious, communication through the use of postures, gestures, and facial expressions. Robert Phipps is the Official Guide to Body Language. The Secret Language of Business: How ...
Views: 2200(1 vote) - Definition: Homemaker - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteHomemaker A homemaker is a person whose prime occupation is to care for their family and/or home. The term, homemaker, is originally an Americanism, and while it has entered mainstream English, it is not in common usage outside the United States. Finding a term to describe the modern man or ...
Views: 2194 - Definition: Isometrics - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteIsometrics Isometric exercise or "isometrics" are a type of strength training in which the joint angle and muscle length do not change during contraction (compared to concentric or eccentric contractions, called isotonic movements). Isometrics are done in static positions, rather than being ...
Views: 2182(1 vote) - Definition: Healing Power of the Mind - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteHealing Power of the Mind Deepak Chopra is an Indian medical doctor and writer. He has written extensively on spirituality and diverse topics in mind-body medicine. He states that he has been influenced by the teachings of Vedanta and the Bhagavad Gita from his native India, and quantum physics. ...
Views: 2179 - Book Review: The Yoga Facelift - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Facial Exercise. Facial Exercises are various series of contractions of the facial muscles meant to achieve an improved, toned, younger looking face. Deborah Crowley is the Official Guide to Facial Exercise. Deborah has identified ...
Views: 2165(1 vote) - Book Review: Hug Your Customers - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Customer Service. Customer service is a series of activities designed to enhance the level of customer satisfaction. Its importance varies by product, industry and customer. Todd McDonald is the Official Guide to Customer ...
Views: 2155 - Book Review: 101 Things I Wish I Knew When I Got Married: Simple Lessons to Make Love Last - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Marriage. A marriage is an interpersonal relationship with governmental, social, or religious recognition, usually intimate, and often created as a contract. Margaret Paul is the Official Guide to Marriage. Margaret Paul, Ph.D. is an ...
Views: 2095 - Definition: Legal Guardian - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteA legal guardian is a person who has the legal authority (and the corresponding duty) to care for the personal and property interests of another person, called a ward. Usually, a person has the status of guardian because the ward is incapable of caring for his or her own interests due to ...
Views: 2053 - Book Review: Distorted - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Eating Disorders. Eating Disorders are potentially life-threatening neurotic conditions characterized by severe disturbances in eating habits that involve insufficient or excessive food intake. Tricia Greaves is the Official Guide to ...
Views: 2050 - Book Review: Mental Training for Peak Performance - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Peak Performance. Though the term "peak performance" could apply to a number of different areas of self improvement, one thing is clear: Peak performance implies that the individual in question is operating at the top of his or her ...
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