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By Peter rodrickSep 7, 20081 topic

Home Remedies for Acne Scars - You can Cure Scars at Home

Acne scars are the marks which are left after the acne is caused. These acne scars are more visible on the face and the major problem for the women’s concern.nnThere are different kinds of acne scarring: ice pick scarring, atrophic scarring, and hypertrophic scarring. Ice pick scars are deep pitted scars with steep edges. Atrophic scars are pitted but have smooth borders and are not as deep. Hypertrophic scar, more common on the back and chest, are thick lumpy scars tha

Primary topic: Beauty

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By Freddy GandarillaRecently published1 topic

How Our Memory Affects Our Life

Our memory affects our daily life in a lot of ways. If we have a bad memory most of the time it can bring extra stress to our daily life. Sometimes we seem to forget the simplest things ever, this can really frustrate anybody. Imagine a life where we would need to write everything down in order to remember. Basically an agenda would be our memory. Of course writing stuff down in order to remember is a great way to remember but it would be much easier if we used our memory as our agenda.

Primary topic: Memory Training and Memory Improvement

Memory Training and Memory Improvement

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By Colin TippingRecently published1 topic

***What Is Radical Forgiveness?

Everyone agrees that forgiveness is a good thing to do. Besides the fact that it holding onto anger and resentment makes you feel horrible and robs you of your life force energy, the link between high blood pressure and other health issues is well proven. Moreover, the research shows that there is a direct link between having a resistance to forgiveness and the formation of cancer. So, people are now realizing that forgiveness is very essential to one’s health and well being.

Primary topic: Forgiveness

10,162 views

By shohel ranaDec 2, 20171 topic

Buy Kratom from the Best Suppliers

Buying kratom from a reliable source is a good idea. Kratom is not native to the western countries and the users need to buy a processed form of kratom. So if the kratom is not processed like they need to be then the user will not get the best possible result. Kratom planting is a hard work. It needs proper care with sunlight and water. Also, it requires specially trained farmers who are trained to handle kratom. After the tree is grown the leaves are collected and dried in a

Primary topic: Superfoods

10,162 views

By denis-waitleyRecently published1 topic

Positive Thinking for Your Health

A practical article connected into the broader SelfGrowth topic graph.

Primary topic: Brain Enhancement

Brain Enhancement

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By Wendy HawksRecently published1 topic

BENEFICIAL MOON PHASES

Law enforcement officials will tell you that, when the Moon is full, criminal activity increases, and many doctors report that surgical patients bleed more profusely than those operated on at other times. Additionally, farmers and gardeners who plant seeds on a propitious moon phase get better ...

Primary topic: Astrology

10,159 views

By Elina JoshefSep 10, 20101 topic

Reasons Why Online Dating is the New Social Revolution

Approximately more than 20 million users in the United States alone that are using online dating sites as a way to meet people! Year after year the number of users using personal online dating sites is significantly growing and there is strong belief that this number will double in the next 5 to 10 years. In fact, in European countries online dating websites are even more popular, as people are using this method more frequently to connect and meet people. So why has personal

Primary topic: Dating

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By Evelyn LimRecently published1 topic

6 Life Lessons We Can Learn From Donald Trump

Who wouldn't want a life lesson from Donald Trump? One of the world's most successful -- and popular billionaires. He owns some of the U.S.A.'s most prime real estate and is best known for his NBC television show The Apprentice. The words "You're fired!" are permanently tied to Mr. Trump for so many people. Although most do not like his apparent arrogance, there is no denying that he may have a thing or two to teach us on life lessons. Life Lesson 1: Who said you need moderation to be successful? "A little more moderation would be good.

Primary topic: Law of Attraction

Law of Attraction

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By denis-waitleyRecently published1 topic

Remembering Numbers

A practical article connected into the broader SelfGrowth topic graph.

Primary topic: Memory Training and Memory Improvement

Memory Training and Memory Improvement

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By Dr. Al InfandeNov 28, 20121 topic

THE 10 INGREDIENTS OF A HIGHLY EFFECTIVE TEAM

A team is a group of highly communicative people, with various diverse backgrounds, who all share a clearly defined, common goal. With this definition in mind, I am going to attempt to provide you with the 10 ingredients of a highly effective team. I use the concept of "ingredients" for a reason. Just as a chef who requires all of the major ingredients in order for their food to taste just right, a team needs every one of the ingredients I am about to share in order to be hig

Primary topic: Team Building

10,142 views

By Brett BrunnerRecently published1 topic

Word Origins of Greek and Latin Roots for Nerve

It is now time to move on to discuss the Greek and Latin roots of the infrastructure of the central and peripheral nervous system: Neuron—sinew, tendon, nerve {neuro-} Nervus (Lat.)—sinew, nerve, vigor, determinationnn Let's take a look at the Latin root first. A nerve, derived from ...

Primary topic: Vocabulary and Learning How to Improve Vocabulary

Vocabulary and Learning How to Improve Vocabulary

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By Nick BamiApr 8, 20111 topic

How to identify Fire Hazards in your workplace

For a fire to start, three things are needed: - a source of ignition; - fuel; and - oxygen. If any one of these is missing, a fire cannot start. Taking measures to avoid the three coming together will therefore reduce the chances of a fire occurring. Now we will look in to how we can identify potential ignition sources, the materials that might fuel a fire and the oxygen supplies that will help it burn. Identify sources of ignitio You can identify the potential ignition

Primary topic: Business Start-up

Business Start-up

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By Fred JonesDec 10, 20151 topic

Is The Sonic Whole Body Vibration Machine Technology Worth So Much Money?

Among the several whole body vibration technologies that are available today, the sonic technology is easily the most effective one for most people. Standing heads and shoulders above the five competing technologies, namely the linear, pivotal, oscillating, spiral and tri-planer vibration technologies, sonic is clearly the most health-friendly vibration technologies that are available today. Some leading brands, such as Turbo Sonic / Sonic Life, bring these machines to the ma

Primary topic: Health Products and Services

Health Products and Services

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By Doug StaneartRecently published1 topic

Public Speaking Skills: Public Speaking Fear Comes from Perceived Failure

Public speaking skill is just like any other skill in that the more success that you have, the more self-confidence in public speaking that you develop. The more failures, or perceived failures, that you experience, the more public speaking fear that you are going to experience. The nervousness or anxiety that you feel when you present is normal, but experiencing that public speaking fear for the rest of your life definitely isn't. Where does Public Speaking Fear Come From?

Primary topic: Team Building

10,139 views

By Gail ElliottRecently published1 topic

School Mobbing and Emotional Abuse

Mobbing is group bullying. It is ganging up on someone using the tactics of rumor, innuendo, discrediting, isolating, intimidating, and above all, making it look as if the targeted person is responsible. As is typical of many abusive situations, the perpetrators maintain that the victim ...

Primary topic: Communication Skills and Training

Communication Skills and Training

10,139 views

By Jennifer MearsMar 8, 20111 topic

Key factors for good customer service

There are several important factors that govern the success of your business, one of which is good customer service. The ultimate goal of providing a quality customer service is to enhance your customer satisfaction. This is especially true if your business is associated with a service, instead of just a product. Client service should always be the highest priority if youâre in a service industry. The latest trend in customer service is to offer customers with feedback loop

Primary topic: Continuing Education

Continuing Education

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By Glenn W. TurnerJun 1, 20071 topic

How to Develop a Sincere Personality

The Ten Commandments for developing a sincere and persuasive personality are these:nn1. Thou shalt determine to develop the art of sincerity.n2. Thou shalt observe other sincere and persuasive people and learn from them.n3. Thou shalt ask questions to find out more about people.n4. Thou shalt seek to make other people feel important and self-sufficient.n5. Thou shalt talk in terms of what will benefit and help the other person.n6. Thou shalt give honest and sincere praise abo

Primary topic: Positive Thinking

Positive Thinking

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By Joe KahlerMay 17, 20071 topic

Moving Out On Your Own!

nn Moving out for the first time is one of the biggest steps youâll take in life. It not only represents your freedom, independence and a sense of growing up, it also tests your ability to make it on your own. nSince most of us will be renting our first place, we will begin there. There are usually two ways to go. You can rent month-to-month, which means you are able to move out whenever you want, but it also means the landlord can kick you out or raise your rent almost at

Primary topic: Family

10,130 views

By Scott & Stephen PetulloRecently published1 topic

Destiny: Don’t Worry, What is Predestined Will Manifest

We received the following question recently: “What happens if you don’t take action at the right time to manifest your destiny? Does this mean you will miss it? Or miss important events in your life? Will the opportunity present itself again at a later time?” Based on our empirical research, we believe that at least 75% of the core events, circumstances, and conditions (rewarding and challenging) in your life are predestined. That means those things will transpire no matter what.

Primary topic: Life Purpose

10,129 views

By Glenn W. TurnerMay 30, 20071 topic

Dare To Be Great Verses The Secret over 35 years ahead of its time.

In the late 1960's and early 1970's Glenn W Turner founded his first company Koscot a cosmetic company. As Mr. Turner spoke his staff would take extensive notes it is from this basis the company Dare To Be Great evolved. nn The theme song "Dare to Be Great" states success is a state of mind. nn Mr. Turner states, "that what we have been programed to think is what we produce. The only difference between you and anybody in this world that has more out of life than you do" is th

Primary topic: Law of Attraction

Law of Attraction

10,122 views

By Pat EspositoMay 28, 20101 topic

Buy Right, Buy Now, and Become Rich

As history has proven time and time again, when the real estate market goes up, eventually, the real estate market will come down. When the real estate market is down, eventually, it will go up. Most people wait until it goes up before they start to buy. They feel more comfortable when they see other people buying. It reinforces their decision that this is a correct business decision. Most people make their buying decision this way. Remember the 80/20 rule. Twenty percent of

Primary topic: Real Estate

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By Leroy LombardMar 14, 20111 topic

Can Alcohol Help Your Back Pain?

A lot of people report that they feel more relaxed or numb once the âbuzzâ of a few drinks hits their system. But does this mean that alcohol can help relieve back pain? Other report that they actually experience and increase in back pain when they enjoy an alcoholic beverage. Whatâs really going on here? To be honest, it really depends on what the cause of your back pain is. If the pain is due to a tense or contracted muscle that is putting pressure on the Sciatic nerv

Primary topic: Back and Neck Pain

Back and Neck Pain

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By Janice BennettRecently published1 topic

Do Little Things Bother You About Your Dating Partner? It Might Really Be About You

The guy you're dating tends to be a little less than punctual. The woman you're seeing isn't the neatest when it comes to her pocketbook, or her apartment. And it bothers you. A lot. So what do you do about it? You do what you've done before - you end the relationship. But if you find that ...

Primary topic: Relationship Advice

Relationship Advice

10,119 views

By Nancy DanielsRecently published1 topic

***How to Find Your 'Real' Speaking Voice in 60 Minutes or Less

Recently, I read an article about improving your voice in 7 days. While I do not agree with the writer’s suggestions or methodology, the truth is that you can actually find your ‘real’ voice in about 1 hour. Admittedly, your ‘real’ voice will not be a habit in only 60 minutes, but one of the fascinating results about the correct approach to voice training is that you will begin your hour with your old or habitual voice and you will end that hour with your real one.

Primary topic: Public Speaking

Public Speaking

10,117 views

By Donald J. Trump, Trump University, The Official Guides to Real EstateApr 16, 20091 topic

***Book Smart vs. Street Smart

We all know people who are "book smart" but clueless in the real world, and those who are "street smart" but unable to handle any environment other than the one they're used to. Last season The Apprentice was based on this dichotomy, pitting a team of people with higher education against a team whose members had less formal education. When you look closely at both sides of the spectrum, you realize that the key ingredient to success is experience. Experience comes from action

Primary topic: Real Estate

10,115 views

By Dr. John L SchinnererRecently published1 topic

Capitalizing on Good News to Create Awesome Relationships

Have you ever met someone who seems to have fantastic, supportive relationships at work? How do they create such thriving and fulfilling relationships with coworkers? Are great relationships based on a skill you can learn? New research has discovered a key element which helps relationships ...Have you ever met someone who seems to have fantastic, supportive relationships at work? How do they create such thriving and fulfilling relationships with coworkers? Are great relationships based on a skill you can learn? New research has discovered a key element which helps relationships thrive.

Primary topic: Anger Management

Anger Management

10,113 views

By Fatimah MusaNov 3, 20071 topic

Definition: Negative Emotions

Negative emotions sap your energy and undermine your effectiveness. In the negative emotional state, you find the lack of desire to do anything. The mind is filled with thoughts of fear, doubts and insecurities. Your body experiences fatigue, tightness and muscle tension. nnNotice that your negative emotions arise when you respond to something, attach a meaning to it and picture it in your mind. You add power to it by using words to label and describe the situation or emotion

Primary topic: Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT)

Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT)

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By Robert JohnsonAug 13, 20081 topic

Inpatient Drug Rehab

Why is it so important to enter into an inpatient drug rehab rather than an outpatient? For one, the alcoholic or drug addict will be committed to staying for the duration of the rehab program and not be able to use drugs or alcohol. Also there is no outside environmental condition like drug dealers, drug friends, or relationship problems that will enter into the person who is receiving treatment. These issues are generally why outpatient is not effective. Not to mention duri

Primary topic: Addiction and Recovery

Addiction and Recovery

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By Mark Webb, M.S., L.M.F.T.Jul 22, 20071 topic

Do You Have Trouble Keeping Your Mouth Shut When You're Angry?

n nn "Speak when you are angry and you will make the best speech you will ever regret." If you answered yes to the title question I am sure you have realized the truth in this quote by Ambrose Bierce. In order to gain control over your tongue you must be determined to see things differently. People who lose their temper tend to view life in a negative and judgmental way. You have the ability to direct your mind away from angry and upset feelings. You need to realize that you

Primary topic: Anger Management

Anger Management

10,101 views

By Dr John AnneNov 13, 20071 topic

Treat Constipation With Home Remedies For Constipation

Constipation is a common health complication that originates in the digestive tract. The symptoms of this complication may include irregular bowel movement, insufficient emptiness of bowel etc. The most common among all symptoms of constipation is infrequent, irregular or difficult removal of the hard faecal matter. Additional symptoms of constipation may include a layered tongue, stinking breath, appetite loss, dizziness, dark circles under eyes, headache, mouth ulcer, sens

Primary topic: Alternative Medicine

Alternative Medicine

10,095 views

By Tina BellaOct 7, 20171 topic

Why Does Sperm Leak Out the Next Day: Sperm Still Coming Out Days Later

Why Does Sperm Leak Out the Next Day: Sperm Still Coming Out Days Later Positions to get pregnant, what is the best way position of all? When you have sex trying to making babies in mind. Many couples will analyze and trying every different position to make babies. And they can't make babies at all, then they keep struggling, raise the efforts of making babies. And with that feelings automatically overrides the real fun making babies, that fun is regular sex. The truth is the

Primary topic: Pregnancy

10,095 views

By Rusty HongMar 11, 20121 topic

Running An Auto Body Shop For Success

Auto body shop can be a extremely lucrative business for you but only should you be in a position to run it according to the business needs. Numerous Auto body shops failed to continue right after first year of their start thanks to poor management and lack of expertise and exposure of the individual in command. Quite a few think that business of auto body shop is all about repairing damaged automobiles, but it is much more than just repairing a body of a wrecked vehicle. You

Primary topic: Elder Care

10,092 views

By Sam ReevesRecently published1 topic

How to Date Chinese Women and Use Chinese Dating Etiquette to Your Advantage!

When dating Chinese women there are some kinds of Chinese dating etiquette you should probably be aware of and follow. You don't want to make one embarrassing mistake that will make her think twice about dating you again. I've found since my time living in China the rules of dating etiquette are much more important than they are with western women in western countries. In general, whenever I date a Chinese woman, which is mostly the case in the past eight years, I will always follow the following tips.

Primary topic: Dating

10,091 views

By Devi WardRecently published1 topic

Semen Retention - What is it & Why Bother?

As a Tantric Sexuality Educator, one of the fundamental methods that we teach for prolonging sexual pleasure is the art of semen retention. But what is semen retention and why would one bother learning it, much less incorporating it into everyday sexuality?r

Primary topic: Tantra

10,091 views

By David BrittoRecently published1 topic

Getting My Ex Back Patiently

The key is to accepting that when you actually love somebody patience is born. Love has importance. The matter of the truth is, are you prepared to stand by the true meaning of love and winning back your ex? Love is a dynamic incentive far beyond people actually realize. It allows us to stand up to the test and overcome any hurdle.

Primary topic: Relationship Advice

Relationship Advice

10,087 views

By Priya Florence ShahRecently published1 topic

Food Sources That Boost Glutathione Naturally

Copyright © 2004 Priya Shah Glutathione, the body's master antioxidant and detoxifier, is one of the 14 "Superfoods" listed in SuperFoods Rx : Fourteen Foods That Will Change Your Life, co-authored by Dr Steven Pratt. Glutathione levels cannot be increased to a clinically beneficial extent ...

Primary topic: Empowering Women

Empowering Women

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By Byreddy Balaji ReddyRecently published1 topic

How to participate effectively in Group Discussions

Group Discussions have become an integral part of the most selection processes and it is viewed the most dangerous part in the process of interview by many candidates. With the help of this tool the recruiters find out various skills of the candidates. As a matter of fact, it is not that much difficult to be successful in Group discussions and one can easily take effective participation in GD’s by following a few tips. In this present article I have provided a few important tips to crack GDs and I advise to follow them sincerely and carefully. Some Tips:r

Primary topic: Communication Skills and Training

Communication Skills and Training

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By Rosa Smith-MontanaroRecently published1 topic

How to think thin!

Weight loss begins from the neck up… in your mind. n How to think like a naturally thin person. Thoughts are powerful, they are a reflection of the quality of your life. If you want to make a change in your life, then you first have to change what is being said in your ...

Primary topic: Dieting and Weight Loss

Dieting and Weight Loss

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By Dr. Tony FioreRecently published1 topic

Five Steps to Take When Arguing with Your Partner

"Dr.Fiore,” the voice on the phone pleaded,“I need anger management classes right away. I blew up at my girlfriend last night and she said it’s over until I get help." As Kevin recounted the first night of class, he and his girlfriend had argued in the car over which route to ...

Primary topic: Anger Management

Anger Management

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By Katarina PhangRecently published1 topic

Sometimes It Takes Only One Person To Change And Save Your Relationship/Marriage

If you are feeling desperate because you are trying to save marriage alone, do not despair. There are many others in the same boat as you and such cries for help can be heard from both men and women alike. This is probably because they have made the same common mistake; entering a relationship with unrealistic expectations of fulfillment and happiness.

Primary topic: Relationship Advice

Relationship Advice

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By Joanne MusaRecently published1 topic

What’s So Great About Redeemable Tax Deeds?

What Is a Redeemable Tax Deed?

Primary topic: Wealth - Creating Wealth and Building Wealth

Wealth - Creating Wealth and Building Wealth

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By Angie MuccilloJun 20, 20081 topic

EFT Scripts for Self Esteem - Tapping Guide

nIn his Palace Of Possibilities Series – Using EFT to Achieve One’s Potential, Gary Craig www.emofree.com talks in depth about the “writings on our walls” as a metaphor for our self talk; the attitudes, opinions & beliefs that we have accumulated over the years from our parents, grandparents, teachers, coaches, religion, peers, books, TV and an endless list of other "authorities" in our lives, that we use to define ourselves and our self worth. Our sel

Primary topic: Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT)

Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT)

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By Adele McDowellRecently published1 topic

Anatomy of Betrayal

A face reader once told me that I had kind eyes, a strong jaw, a good forehead, in fact, an excellent forehead, an emotional nose, and, more pointedly, that I absolutely could not handle betrayal.

Primary topic: Hope

10,068 views

By saral kaddlerSep 21, 20121 topic

The benefits of braided hair

Hair braiding or plait can be called as a structure of hair which is simply made up by weaving three or additional strands of hair intact. The topmost method is to braid hair is when you happen to weave three groups of your hair strands together just to form a strong kind of hair rope. You have the decision of forming several types of braids by clubbing various odd numbers of groups of hair strands plus the two to five strand Dutch braids which just is formed by clubbing the

Primary topic: Hair Loss

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By Cait BentenAug 2, 20041 topic

Locational Astrology--Is Your City Compatible With Your Birth Chart?

Recently I was asked if I matched people's birthcharts up to the founding dates of the towns and states Iâm recommending to them. nnIf your town is Gemini and you are Gemini, will you feel right at home? If your town is Aquarius and you are Gemini, will you feel cheerily compatible? If your town in Capricorn and you are Gemini, will you feel restricted? nnValid questions! nnThere are locational astrologers who take into consideration the founding date (charter date) of a ci

Primary topic: Astrology

10,061 views

By Stephanie OuelletteMar 15, 20081 topic

Definition: Negative Thoughts

n n Negative Thoughts nnIntrusive thoughts are unwelcome, involuntary thoughts, images or unpleasant ideas that may become obsessions, are upsetting or distressing, and can be difficult to be free of and manage. Intrusive thoughts, urges, and images are of inappropriate things at inappropriate times, usually falling into three categories: inappropriate aggressive thoughts, inappropriate sexual thoughts, or blasphemous religious thoughts. Most people experience these thoughts;

Primary topic: Law of Attraction

Law of Attraction

10,060 views

By Kara OhDec 7, 20101 topic

You’re Ready To Get Married, But He Isn’t… What’s Going On?

“Often a man gives up his dreams: dreams of being a bachelor and dreams of the work he desires. Not only is he giving that up, but, if marriage and family have been your priority, you’re getting your dreams fulfilled.” Men Made Easyr We laugh and joke all the time about how men don’t want to get married. But men do get married…all the time; two and a half million of them every year. And how many adult men (who are straight) do you know who have never been married? Hardly any.

Primary topic: Marriage Coaching

Marriage Coaching

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By Sue ArlenRecently published1 topic

What type of healer are you?

Before you stop right here, even if you don’t believe you are a healer, I encourage you to read on…. you may be surprised! Unless you are hell-bent on creating pain and destruction, chances are you’re a healer. You just may not be consciously aware of it. So what type of healer are you? Let’s look at SOME of the ways people heal, often unconsciously…… Check any and all that apply to you! Fix-it healer: This person can quickly assess a situation, event or person and see what to do in order to fix, repair or improve it/them.

Primary topic: Spiritual Healing

Spiritual Healing

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By Margaret RuthJun 21, 20091 topic

Palmistry Lines: Reading the Heart Line

The key points to remember when looking at the lines on the palm are that lines shift and change, and that the quality of a line is one of the most important indicators of a lineâs interpretation. Some authors say that they view the lines as energy power lines or as rivers as a way of understanding how clear and strong a line is. The Heart Line The Heart line starts on the percussion side of the hand and runs towards the Index finger area. An average Heart line ends somewhe

Primary topic: Palm Reading

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By Natalia RiaRecently published1 topic

Signs & Symptoms of a Spiritual Awakening

Worldwide, political, economical, environmental and social events are taking place that are changing the way we think, feel and perceive our world as well as relate to one another. Change is in the air, on a collective and an individual level, both of which mirror one another.

Primary topic: Spiritual Growth

Spiritual Growth

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