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- A Very Close Call - by Steve is a stock broker, working on Wall Street. He catches the subway at 7:00a each morning and works a full and stressful day, trading for his clients.
After the stock market closes for the day, he goes to his office and continues working . . . researching, handling paperwork, catching up on ...
Views: 778 - Getting Organized: 5 Secrets To Help You Get Started - by One of the most common questions I get on the subject of getting organized is, 'Where do I start?' This is an excellent question because if you just dive in without taking some time to plan, there's a good chance that you're going to get overwhelmed, and the job is not going to get done. Here ...
Views: 840 - Holy Grail of Happiness - by Submitted on May 18, 2007 from Alice GreeneThe promise of happiness and contentment can feel very allusive, yet it can be found in the one thing that many people resist: regular exercise and healthy habits. Think about it, of all the people you know who is the most upbeat, energetic and content? I have found they are primarily the ...
Views: 1661 - Combat Cellulite With Aromatherapy - by Submitted on May 17, 2007 from George KeyAs you may know, Aromatherapy is the use of volatile liquid parts of plants, which are called essential oils, for various natural treatments. It is a holistic alternative therapy that has been used since antiquity from all major civilizations and its popularity has been increasing recently. ...
Views: 2554 - Risks of Breast Implants - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinSince they were introduced in the 1960s, breast implants have become the instant solution for many women who aren't satisfied with their breasts. Fueled by the glowing testimonials of movie stars, fashion icons, and other celebrities who have had breast implants, the industry grew by leaps and ...
Views: 1262 - Your sacred space - by Many of us have a place in our lives where we feel especially free and creative. They are places we retreat when we want to recover from a bad day, celebrate a good day, think through a knotty problem, or write the first draft of our next chapter.
Some people head for the hills and the parks, ...
Views: 976 - Tough Decision? Ask the Power Question - by We've all had the experience of pulling the right string and watching a knotty tangle unravel all at once.
When you're standing at a fork in the road -- or wondering where to turn off a traffic circle -- asking the right question can be equivalent to puling he right thread.
Let's say you're ...
Views: 892 - Your sacred space - by Many of us have a place in our lives where we feel especially free and creative. They are places we retreat when we want to recover from a bad day, celebrate a good day, think through a knotty problem, or write the first draft of our next chapter. Some people head for the hills and the parks, ...
Views: 981 - Not-so-random acts of kindness for the 21st Century - by Remember those bumper stickers, "Random acts of kindness and senseless acts of beautify?" People would do things like pay tolls for the car behind them. Well, that was nice, but in the new millennium here's what's really kind.
1. Find a broken link on a site? Get an "invalid address" response ...
Views: 1067 - Why midlife career change can feel like getting a divorce - by Most of us are aware that we need to grieve the death of a close friend, relative or favorite pet. We are beginning to learn that other events -- relocation, divorce, illness -- can also be experienced as loss.
Losing a professional-level career can also be a source of grief, anger and ...
Views: 1193 - Midlife Career Transition: Do you jump or hold on? - by During midlife career change, do you jump or hold on?
Over the years, I have identified two kinds of midlife career changers: Jumpers and Clingers. Jumpers thrive on energy, enthusiasm and improbable luck. The last three times they leaped, a net appeared. They see no reason why the next jump ...
Views: 1166 - Curing Your Urinary Tract Infections or UTI Naturally - by Submitted on May 17, 2007 from Kathy LoveUrinary tract infections or UTI are very common. Women are more susceptible to getting an infection because they have a shorter urethra than men and can get bacteria into the urinary tract more easily. But in men UTI can also lead to a prostate infection. This is more difficult to cure and you ...
Views: 4248 - Women's Weight Lifting Phobia - by Submitted on May 17, 2007 from Melissa AllenI've noticed that a lot of the women I've trained with over the years suffer from weight lifting phobia. By that I mean that they tend to be overly concerned with developing muscularity, as if itís a bad thing. I guess a lot of women are under the misconception that the development of muscle is ...
Views: 869 - Examining Acupuncture - Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine - by Submitted on May 17, 2007 from stan wardAcupuncture, along with other branches of Chinese medicine, was developed in China many centuries ago. Acupuncture, or "needle heat", is from the Chinese who call it Zhue Jiao. The needle regulates "Qi", an inner force that is responsible for the health of the body. Controlling Qi by the use of ...
Views: 920 - Don’t Let Fear Stand in the Way of Overcoming Binge Eating - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2012 from Kristin GerstleyWhen it comes down to binge eating, motivation for something, or even some kind of training, it is all about mind over matter. It’s about you believing in yourself enough to do what it takes to obtain your goal of overcoming binge eating. It’s you never giving up until you have achieved what ...
Views: 1936 - Cleansing and Weight Loss - by Submitted on May 17, 2007 from Marilyn ZinkSpring is the perfect time of year to embark on weight loss and cleansing programs. The two often go hand in hand. A cleansing program will 'kick start' your body and help you lose weight. People who go on cleansing programs often lose weight even if that was not the intended result. "If you're ...
Views: 2276 - Breaking The Smoking Addiction With Hypnosis and NLP - by Submitted on May 17, 2007 from Alan B. DenskyQuitting smoking has become a necessity in our times, because smoking cigarettes has been banned from restaurants and other public places. And in fact, it is the smart thing to do for more reasons than good health alone. This commentary explores the very best hypnosis methodologies that can be ...
Views: 1503 - 6 Roadblocks to Women's Prosperity and Success - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Maria MarIf you are a woman, your road to prosperity and success may not be paved with gold, but with guilt. As a girl, you absorbed hidden beliefs that now work underground to sabotage your adult capacity to manifest yours dreams. These Inner Enemies are the opposite of the elves who helped the ...
Views: 1786 - Is Energy Bars a Healthy Alternative? - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2012 from Ricky ChangYour local grocery shelves are packed with energy bars that claim to promote the "low-carb" lifestyle. Many of these bars are not what they seem. In 2001, consumerlab.com tested 30 nutrition bars and found that half of them contained more carbohydrates than they claimed. One product that ...
Views: 748 - Colon Cleansing For Natural Eczema Relief - by Submitted on May 16, 2007 from Evelyn LimNaturopathic doctors recommend colon cleansing as a way to help clear up any eczema flare ups, lower blood sugar readings, clear up sinuses, give you more energy and help you to sleep better at night. Colon cleansing can be a great natural eczema relief as it means that you can get healthier ...
Views: 5688 - The Lost Vocation - by Some people reserve the word "vocation" for religious calling. Modern career planning encourages people to think of a "life purpose" that guides and gives meaning to a life, regardless of career.
Many people speak of being "called" to a career. There is a sense of "inevitability," that, "I was ...
Views: 1380 - For a really new New Year -- take action! - by Stuck? Pondering your next career or business move? Don't get caught in the self-analysis trap: months, days and even years of "thinking." I've met dozens of people who think "getting free" begins with an armchair, a self-help book and a beer.
Action creates energy. Have you ever spent a whole ...
Views: 924 - Why Are We So Fat? Genes or Behavior? - by Submitted on May 16, 2007 from michael imaniWhy Are We So Fat? Genes or Behavior? Recently there have been major announcements in both the scientific and popular media regarding a possible genetic link to obesity. This raises the old debate of whether people are fat because of genes or because of their behavior. Researchers at Boston ...
Views: 625 - Alopecia Areata: What Treatments Are Available? - by Submitted on May 16, 2007 from John TulleyThere are two main forms of this condition which vary by the extent of hair loss and require different types of alopecia areata treatment. The mild form is where less than 50% of the hair is lost from thinning patches on the scalp and the more severe condition where more than 50% up to 100% of ...
Views: 2482 - What is Lifestyle Coaching? - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2011 from Marti AngelLifestyle coaching focuses on creating positive results by building self-awareness, supporting positive action and facilitating a deepened understanding that opens the door to new possibilities and choices. In a coaching context, lifestyle addresses the whole person, including nutritional, ...
Views: 1896 - Are You Disempowered at Work? 10 Strategies to Gain Rock-Solid Confidence - by Submitted on May 16, 2007 from Kathy Caprino“Professional women have made tremendous strides in terms of drawing on our strengths, abilities, and confidence in the workplace in recent years, but it’s clear that we have a long way to go before we are using our female power with self-assurance and ease,” says Kathy Caprino, MA, personal and ...
Views: 5027 - Choosing the Right Anti-wrinkle Cream - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet Martin“If God had given women wrinkles, he could at least have put them on the soles of her feet,” wrote French author Ninon de L'Enclos. These words echo the sentiments of millions of women (and some men) worldwide who hate wrinkles and will do anything to hide them. Sadly, wrinkles ...
Views: 726 - An Understanding Of The Medical Tests Required If You Have Acid Reflux Symptoms - by Submitted on May 15, 2007 from Evelyn LimIf you have acid reflux symptoms, you ought to consult a doctor. Your doctor would have to determine how serious your acid reflux or gestroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is. He may require you to go through a series of tests at each stage of the development of your disease. He can then ...
Views: 2018(1 vote) - Smokers Have More Wrinkles - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinHere's another good reason to quit smoking. Researchers at the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor's dermatology clinic found that smoking may increase wrinkles at parts of the body other than the face – even on areas that are covered with clothes! Yolanda Helfrich and her team who ...
Views: 932 - Chinese Medicine As An Alternative For Your Health - by Submitted on May 15, 2007 from stan wardWhilst thought of, for thousands of years, as the primary medical system in China, Chinese medicine is considered as alternative medicine in the Western world. Chinese medicine is becoming increasingly popular as people are attracted by the idea of natural healing as opposed to modern medicine ...
Views: 1020(1 vote) - When is Sciatica not Sciatica? - by Submitted on May 14, 2007 from Graeme TeagueSciatica is a common and debilitating condition. You may have been suffering on and off for years. You know the pain; it is in your lower back and runs into your leg… or does it? The sciatic nerve has a definite pain pattern to it. It is formed by five nerve roots (small nerves exiting the ...
Views: 5251 - THE SURGICAL-PRESCRIPTION (SUPR) ESTABLISHMENT vs UNCONVENTIONAL THERAPY-HERBAL REMEDY (UTHR) ALTERNATIVE - by Submitted on May 14, 2007 from Ira EdwardsThe SUPR medical establishment is like a fortified city. SUPRs shoot arrows haphazardly at any approaching stranger. Nothing good, they think, can come from outside their walls. SUPRs own science; all rivals are quacks. They oust traitors from their midst who threaten their prejudices. The ...
Views: 642 - 10 Digestive Diseases Having Constipation And Other Bowel Related Symptoms - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongYou can expect to experience constipation or uncomfortable bowel related symptoms when your digestive system is upset and not working properly. Your many symptoms can include bloating, gas, loose stools, nausea, weakness, dizziness and sweatiness. Serious life threatening complications can ...
Views: 983 - How to Communicate Effectively With Your Physician - by Submitted on May 14, 2007 from Dr. A. HesterMost Americans do not know how to communicate effectively and efficiently with their doctors, and this is through no fault of their own. After all, the average citizen cannot be expected to know the complicated scientific principles it took their doctor many years of intensive training to ...
Views: 2106 - Artificial Sweeteners Safety - by Submitted on May 14, 2007 from Connie LimonPeople naturally like the sensation of “sweetness.” There are foods naturally sweet that contain important nutrients to support health. These include: • Fruit • Breast milk Other benefits of sweet foods include: • Offering a pleasurable addition to a meal or snack • Helping to mask ...
Views: 784 - Energy and Vibration - by Submitted on May 14, 2007 from Margo KirtikarWe know today that we are all energy units! Albeit of different levels but energy units we are including buildings, furniture, food, and anything else that you see around you. In solid units such as we are, energy is held together to create matter, don’t ask me to go into the physics ...
Views: 1671 - Colectomies And Faith - by Submitted on May 14, 2007 from Tom WrightWhen I was only twenty-two years old, the doctors sat on the edge of my bed and quietly pronounced that I had two weeks to live. That was thirty years ago, after four years of being constantly sick, and weakened by blood loss from ulcerative colitis. Either I, or my colon, had to go. Instead of ...
Views: 912 - How To Treat Baby Eczema - by Submitted on May 13, 2007 from Evelyn LimYour baby may develop dry and scaly skin patches which many parents refer to as baby eczema. If the symptoms are found on the scalp of the baby, it is known as cradle crap. However, if the symptoms spread to all over his body, it is known generally as infantile seborrhoeic eczema. When the ...
Views: 6885(1 vote) - THE 3 KEYS TO UNLOCKING OPTIMAL ENERGY - by A feeling of vitality and high energy is basically the result of good sleep, good exercise, and sensible eating, along with an absence of disease. But there are right ways and wrong ways to achieve healthful energy.
1. Exercise
The principal problem for most is that it takes some ...
Views: 731 - The Biofeedback Way To Starve Stress - by If you're like me, then you've probably flirted briefly with some sort of meditation or guided-imagery technique in an attempt to give stress the slip. Unfortunately, I always ran into the same problem. After wrapping myself up into a reasonable facsimile of the lotus position, I'd close my eyes ...
Views: 1670(2 votes) - Go From Overwhelmed to Overjoyed - by All work and no play makes Jane a woman of the nineties, so say two recent surveys.
According to the Women's Bureau of the U.S. Department of Labor, stress ranks as the number-one problem of working women in America, especially for professionals in their thirties and forties and for single, ...
Views: 1054 - BE YOUNG AND HEALTHY BY BUILDING STRONG BONES - by Bones are the body's foundation. Having strong dense bones is essential to good posture, strength and balance. The quality of our skeletal structure has a direct impact on our appearance, vitality and energy level. The better we stand, walk and move around, the more youthful we will look and ...
Views: 703 - 3 REASONS TO TRY TEMPEH - SOY'S SUPER FOOD - by When most people hear soy, they usually think of tofu and soymilk. Soon tempeh (pronounced tem-PAY) will be one of the first soy products to come to mind. It is fast becoming the most popular soy food on the market because it is highly nutritious, easy to digest, and deliciously simple to ...
Views: 802 - THE HEALING POWER OF SOY'S ISOFLAVONES - by Numerous reports indicate that, because soy is high in isoflavones, it can prevent illness and promote good health. Isoflavones are a class of phytochemicals, which are compounds found only in plants (phyto means plant). They are also a type of phytoestrogen, or plant hormone, that resembles ...
Views: 894 - SIX WAYS SOY BENEFITS YOUR HEALTH - by Soy, and most soy-based products, are nutritional powerhouses. Soybeans are the only plant food that has all of the essential amino acids our body requires, making it a complete protein. Soy foods do not have any cholesterol, and most are high in fiber. Soy also has many vitamins, minerals, and ...
Views: 827 - HIGH-PROTEIN DIETS - ARE YOU LOSING MORE THAN WEIGHT? - by Protein is a vital nutrient, essential to your health. In its purest form, protein consists of chains of amino acids. There are 22 amino acids that combine to form different proteins, and 8 of these must come from the foods we eat. Our body uses these amino acids to create muscles, blood, skin, ...
Views: 829 - Letting Go of Grief - by Grief is an emotion that can lodge in the body tissues and the spirit. Although we usually think of grief as having to do with loss of a loved one or something highly valued like a job, grief can take less recognizable forms. Some common underlying sources of grief are mourning of one's own lost ...
Views: 2892 - My Chocolate Chip Cookie Diet: or, How to Lose Weight Without Deprivation - by First, let me tell you a little of my story. I am a behavioral therapist and I have lost a hundred pounds using the methods that I will describe. And I did it while being able to eat my husband's fabulous chocolate chip cookies (he's the one who labeled this a chocolate chip cookie diet). The ...
Views: 1790 - Detoxification Treatment For Multiple Chemical Sensitivity - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongIf you have Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS), your best line of defence appears to lie in ways to prevent your exposure to known allergens and irritants. This would give your body a chance to heal itself. However, you would find that it can be an almost impossible task to completely ...
Views: 1706 - Do you enjoy the sweetness of life? - by Do you enjoy the sweetness of Life?
Quick ways to ground yourself or your kids from the effects of sugar 'n spice
Sugar is powerful stuff. The right amount of it supports our self-awareness and strength of personality. Taken in excess, your moods swing like a pendulum. A crying jag from ...
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