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- How to Celebrate Mother's Day with Emotional Intelligence - by Submitted on May 08, 2003 from Susan DunnI am a mother. I had a mother. I write about emotional intelligence. There is nothing more emotional than "mother." Be prepared to welcome some visceral emotions. We depend absolutely on our mothers for survival, and this sort of feeling, or instinct resides in the reptilian brain, hundreds of ...
Views: 1370(1 vote) - 5 Steps to Choosing the Right Martial Art for You - by Submitted on May 07, 2003 from John MooreOne of the questions I get asked most frequently, in several different variations is about which martial art an individual should study. Generally which martial art, and more importantly which school to choose are fundamental decisions someone should make. My answer is usually something along ...
Views: 65147(10 votes) - Blueprint for Success- So You Want To Be in Amazing Shape? - by So you want to be in amazing shape? Try taking a page from Gordon Borges’ book. At 75 years of age, 209 lean pounds, 14 percent body fat, with arms measuring 18 ½ inches and a chest that spans 47 ½ inches, Borges is an awesome picture of Healthful vitally. He has been working out consistently ...
Views: 1427(1 vote) - Eating Smart for Your Heart - by February is American Heart Month--and with coronary heart disease still ranking as the #1 killer among Americans, it's time that we stop and take a look at how we can prevent this deadly disease. Although having a family history of heart disease does increase our risk, it's important to banish ...
Views: 1498(2 votes) - Reiki healing: an overview - by Reiki healing: an overviewReiki (pronounced ray-kee) is a form of 'hands on' energy healing from Japan. Literally translated it means universal energy.A reiki practitioner channels energy and directs it into the recipient's energy field and body. This is similar to other healing systems that ...
Views: 1490(1 vote) - Multiculturalism: The New Reality - by Submitted on May 01, 2003 from Susan DunnMulticulturalism is a reality in the US and for those of us who do business globally. The US has more legal immigrants yearly than all the other countries in the world combined. Also there are vast cultural differences among "native" Americans living in the US for several generations, as you ...
Views: 1492(1 vote) - Massage Your Mind!: Beardless Philosophy for Daily Living - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2003 from Maya FrostI read a quote in one of those celebrity columns recently that just blew me away. It’s not that I believe everything I read, especially when it comes to Hollywood, but for the sake of discussion, let’s assume that the quote was correctly stated. It was attributed to Angus Young, member of ...
Views: 1327(1 vote) - Blueprint for Success - by So you want to be in amazing shape? Try taking a page from Gordon Borges’ book. At 75 years of age, 209 lean pounds, 14 percent body fat, with arms measuring 18 ½ inches and a chest that spans 47 ½ inches, Borges is an awesome picture of Healthful vitally. He has been working out consistently ...
Views: 1269(1 vote) - Healing from Cancer, and Transformation - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2003 from Martin BrofmanEvery symptom has a certain way of being with which it is associated. In order to release a symptom, one must release the way of being associated with it. Thus, the process of healing implies a process of transformation. Anything can be healed. One or two months to live. ...
Views: 1562(3 votes) - IBS and Leaky Gut Syndrome - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2003 from Mary ReynoldsFood particles, chemicals and bacteria that travel through your intestine are travelling “outside” your body even though they are inside you. We say these substances are “outside”, because the wall of a healthy intestine acts as a filter to repel the waste substances and only absorb nutrients ...
Views: 2344(1 vote) - Six Steps of Healing - by Submitted on May 09, 2011 from Susun WeedExamples are in parenthesis: (with a few of the modalities available at each step) Step 0: Do Nothing (sleep, meditate, unplug the clock or the telephone) Step 1: Collect Information (low-tech diagnosis, books, support groups, divination) Step 2: Engage the Energy (prayer, ...
Views: 2681(1 vote) - IMMUNITY IN AYURVEDA - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2003 from Shekhar AnnambhotlaThe concept of immunity, Vyadhi Ksamatva or Bala, as it is known in Ayurveda is a fascinating and vast subject. The body’s resistance is of tremendous importance in the daily welfare of living beings; for prevention and rapid recovery from diseases, immunity plays a key role. It can be ...
Views: 8573(2 votes) - When is the Right Time to Study Self Defense? - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2003 from john dNow. I know this seems a little off the cuff considering it’s such a serious topic, but I want to make it clear that there’s no time like the present. In July – September of 2002 Martial Training Systems trainers had the honor of conducting several free women’s self defense seminars in the ...
Views: 1320(2 votes) - How to Eliminate Back Pain Without Spending a Fortune - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2003 from Richard ConveryHundreds of millions of people around the world suffer from back pain. Studies show that 4 in 12 people will experience some form of severe or chronic back pain in their lives. I guess that’s why you see a chiropractor’s office on every block. Yet, all these chiropractors can’t seem ...
Views: 1965(2 votes) - Is Emotional Intelligence Just the Fad du Jour? - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2003 from Susan Dunn“I’ve been doing this for 15 years,” Annette told me. “It just wasn’t called this.” I was explaining to a counselor in Australia about the field of emotional intelligence, and she was sure she’d found it first. Likely you'll feel the same way. “Oh, I know what you’re talking about,” James ...
Views: 2581(2 votes) - The Top 10 Very Useful or Necessary Things For Anyone Over Age 30 To Have Or To Know - by After age 25-30, depending on marital status and other things, it becomes more and more helpful to have and to know certain things. Some are practical and some make sense from a life planning standpoint. The following are suggested for anyone over age 30, single or married, male or female, ...
Views: 1272(1 vote) - AYURVEDIC PULSE TECHNIQUE - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2003 from Shekhar AnnambhotlaAncient Indian Art of Ayurvedic Pulse Technique Ayurveda is an ancient medical science of the world. Ayurveda means “science of life”, i.e. the science that imparts the knowledge of life. Life is defined as a constant combination and union of mind, body, self (Atma), sensory and motor ...
Views: 2787(1 vote) - For All Of Us Who Like Food - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2003 from Vienna MillerWhile watching a special with Dr. Andrew Weil the other night (you know the guy with the beautiful white beard!)he said something quite intriguing. He was talking about how to design a weight loss program that works. (Of course I’m listening!) He mentioned something extremely interesting that I ...
Views: 1292(3 votes) - Corporate Ethics, Your Ethics, Intentionality & Emotional Intelligence - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2003 from Susan DunnMy granddaughter is 5. Last time she smacked her little brother and I had words with her, she said, “I didn’t mean to hit him.” A preposterous statement since I’d seen her walk over, pick up a book and whack him with it. But then she’s only 5. It continued, as I comforted both the offended ...
Views: 1503(1 vote) - LOSE WEIGHT NOW! There is NO DAY BUT TODAY! - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2003 from Amy AgarHave you ever gone on a weight-loss plan and the only thing that got smaller was your wallet? Are you constantly depriving yourself of your favorite foods because you're on a diet? Or have you given up fighting the battle of the bulge because nothing seems to work? If you answered yes to any of ...
Views: 1396(2 votes) - Ease The Stress With Aromatherapy Massage - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2003 from Susan StewartStress is the response that your body has to all the demands made upon it daily. Everyone has felt the effects of a stressful day in the muscles of the neck or back. Whether you have sore or tense muscles, tension headaches or anxiety, getting a massage can really help relieve all that stress. ...
Views: 1574(1 vote) - How to Become Change-Proficient - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2003 from Susan DunnIn today's fast-changing world, there's hardly a more important emotional intelligence competency to have than resilience. Resilience means being able to bounce back after setbacks, failures, disappointments and losses. It means not giving up, and continuing to face the future with optimism ...
Views: 1305(1 vote) - About Formal Nights on Cruises - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2003 from Susan DunnMuch excitement and mystery surrounds the “formal nights” on cruises. It’s customary to have one formal night on a 5-day cruise, more in proportion on longer cruises. On my first cruise, I wondered what it would be like, how dressed-up people got, and what I would feel comfortable in. Let ...
Views: 3969(1 vote) - Free Ancient Alchemical Formula For Healing - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2003 from Gary SmithThe increasing likelihood of biological and chemical warfare being used against civilians worldwide indicates the time is now for us to offer our group's ancient alchemical formula for "Healing Waters" to all those who are already helping and healing others. This 2,000 year old formula is a 8 ...
Views: 2901(1 vote) - How Immune Are You? - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2003 from Susan DunnCurrently, the leading causes of death for women in the US are: 1. Heart Disease, 29.9% 2. Cancer, 21.8% 3. Stroke, 8.4% 4. Chronic lower respiratory diseases, 5.1% 5. Diabetes, 3.1% 6. Influenza and pneumonia, 3.0% 7. Alzheimer’s disease, 2.9% 8. Unintentional injuries, 2.8% 9. Kidney disease, ...
Views: 1261(1 vote) - Plant A Garden in Your Soul This Spring - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2003 from Susan DunnHave you considered having a personal rebirth this spring, recreating your life, planting new seeds to bring about a different harvest? A coach can help you do this. "A garden in the early stage is not a pleasant or compelling place: it's a lot of arduous, messy, noisome work -- digging up ...
Views: 1306(1 vote) - Let's Celebrate National Women's History Month! - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2003 from Susan DunnMarch is National Women's History Month and this year's theme is "Women Pioneering the Future". According to the National Women’s History Project, this includes both “pioneering women from US history, who led and won struggles for equality and civil rights, created and advanced educational ...
Views: 1749(1 vote) - Health Insurance for Seniors - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2003 from william pritchettWhen a good friend of mine inquired where he could obtain information about medical insurance for his out-of-state, elderly mother, I told him to try the Internet. He reported back to me about a week later, in desperation: "I am giving up, I am too confused." He had taken on an overwhelming ...
Views: 2070(1 vote) - Self Massage Techniques - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2003 from KimMost people that instinctively rub their necks and shoulders when their muscles are sore and tense have no idea they are employing a self healing technique called self-massage. Most people that instinctively rub their necks and shoulders when their muscles are sore and tense have no idea they ...
Views: 2291(1 vote) - Strategies for Eliminating and Managing Stress - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2010 from Michelle CastoTo combat modern day stressors, you need to realize that things are going to go the way they are going to go, so you may as well just relax. The most important thing you can do for yourself is to practice extreme self-care which means putting your own needs first. We have had it backwards for ...
Views: 2071(2 votes) - seeking a slim future - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2003 from Sue HaySue Hay, co-founder of Good Health magazine, and an expert in nutrition and fitness, states that there is no such thing as a quick-fix weight loss solution. Our emotions, dietary habits and lifestyle have to be taken into consideration to achieve long-term successful weight loss - because we are ...
Views: 1191(3 votes) - Life Strategies from Mister Rogers We Can Still Use as Adults - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2003 from Susan DunnKnowing how you feel, having personal power, managing anger, being creative, focusing on your strengths and having Intentionality - these are all emotional intelligence competencies. 1. You can never go down, never go down, never go down the drain. 2. You can stop when you want to, stop ...
Views: 1223(1 vote) - Bird Takes Flight Around the World - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2003 from Joanne LongLess than ten years ago, most folks thought “emu” was a crossword puzzle answer. Today, Emu is the answer to many other puzzles: What to make for dinner? Emu Steak or Emu Burger. What to rub on sunburn to take the sting out? Emu Oil. What to apply to wrinkles to help with anti-aging? Emu ...
Views: 1856(2 votes) - Treadmills: Are They Really Worth The Money? - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2003 from Kathryn O'NeillOk, so back in June I shelled out $1200 for a premium treadmill (it was on sale, I AM a female after all) It was a huge decision and yes, there were the cheerleaders and the naysayers. "That's great, that treadmill will really help you get in shape!" (how out of shape do I look?) "You'll be ...
Views: 8943(1 vote) - Are You Staying True to Your Strengths? - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2003 from Susan DunnI stopped by a preschool the other day, and met Sam. He caught my eye right away because he had presence. We call him “Mr. President,” the teacher told me. “He’s bossy.” Sam was focused on a car he was playing with. When I walked up to him, he looked up slowly, with confidence. Something ...
Views: 1322(1 vote) - The Top Ten Reasons Why You Should Live as if There Is No Tomorrow - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2003 from Susan DunnIn Memoriam, Thomas Leonard, the Founder of Coaching, who died February 11, 2003 1. Because we never know when we may die. 2. Because we never know when's the last time we'll see a loved one. 3. Because it's the worst thing in the world to have someone die and not have told them you loved ...
Views: 2929(1 vote) - Marketing Your Massage Services - The One Minute Message - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Eric BrownHave you ever had a client say, "Oh, I didn't know you treat headaches." or "Massage can't help a tendinitis, can it?" Have you ever felt like hitting your head against a wall? I certainly do when I hear those kinds of comments. The truth is that most of your clients - even your most ...
Views: 3058(2 votes) - Whose Fault Was It Anyway? - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2003 from Susan DunnOne of the hardest things for some people to do is to accept the blame for something they did, as in admit they made a mistake. This has to do with authenticity, with being honest with yourself, and with your self-esteem. Perfectionists have the hardest time owning up to a mistake; in fact ...
Views: 1357(1 vote) - Relaxing Into Reiki - by REIKI TODAY
Reiki is an ancient healing art that has recently been re-
discovered in Japan. With the resurrection of Reiki in this
age of mass and almost instantaneous communication,
word of its power is quickly gaining the attention of the
mainstream world. The mode of transmission of Reiki ...
Views: 1438(1 vote) - "History of a Rare T'ai-Chi Form: San Shou" - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Harvey Kurland MSc, MFS, CSCS©Harvey Kurland M.Sc., MFS, ETT, CSCS 2003 Chief T'ai-Chi Ch'uan Instructor University of California Riverside http://www.myspace.com/hkurland Unlike what most think of as a tai chi form, i.e. the slow movements practiced a putative trance like state, the San Shou form is played with or ...
Views: 4758(3 votes) - How To Be The Perfect Guest - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2003 from Susan DunnBeing a good guest is important to both your business and your social life. When you’re invited somewhere as “the guest,” you really have a role to play, and it’s an active one, not a passive one. You’re there to enjoy yourself, but it’s also up to you to make a positive contribution to the ...
Views: 2290(1 vote) - Ayurveda- Science of life - Basic concepts - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2003 from Dr. Shashikant PatwardhanAyurveda- A Complete Science of Life Welcome to read about the most ancient and traditional science on one of the most modern systems, the Internet. How can this ancient system of health care be relevant to people of today, when technological advances have radically altered our ...
Views: 4202(1 vote) - Help_You_Reduce_Your_Odds_of_Contracting_One_of_the_Eight_Deadly_Diseases_of_the_Western_World - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2003 from Steven GodlewskiWARNING: Your Life Is At Risk. "This Special Report Can Help You Reduce Your Odds of Contracting One of the Eight Deadly Diseases of the Western World." By Paul Devlin =============================================================== Note: this report is fairly long. You may want to print it ...
Views: 2629(1 vote) - How to Stay Motivated in Hard Times - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2003 from Susan DunnA few years ago, psychologist Al Siebert, who's studied resilience and is the author of "The Survivor Personality: Why Some People Are Stronger, Smarter and More Skillful at Handling Life's Difficulties" ( http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0399522301/ susandunnmome-20 ), wrote an article ...
Views: 3124(1 vote) - When Are You Planning to "Get Old"? - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2003 from Susan DunnWhen are you planning to get old? According to a recent study, you'd better move the date back. "Contrary to common belief, many people can live well into their 90s without becoming cognitively impaired, study findings indicate." - Neurology 2003; 60: 477–480 But statistics are ...
Views: 1259(1 vote) - 3 Quick Tips To Fight Emotional Eating - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2003 from Vienna MillerDid you know that it's been estimated that 75% of overeating is because of our emotions? Just imagine how much weight we could lose if we would just address this problem! With that in mind here are three quick tips to preventing and overcoming emotional eating: #1 Practice Being Deleriously ...
Views: 2831(2 votes) - Accept the Inspiration - Take the Next Step - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2003 from Dan BrittI am not a marathon runner; I'm not even an experienced runner. In fact, I'm a professional drummer, and I am a new runner. In the drumming world, I learned firsthand that I should try to stand on the shoulders of giants - the legends that paved the paths. Well, I found that to be the case in ...
Views: 1722(1 vote) - RAISING A PARENT - “Congratulations…It’s a girl!” - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2003 from Jill Interland PressOver the years, many people have asked why the title of my book is Raising A Parent-A “How To” Guide to Survival? So, in case you too are wondering, let me explain with the following story. The day we left the hospital, I took the “mandatory” wheelchair ride to the car. You were allowed to hold ...
Views: 1407(1 vote) - The Top 11 Things That Might Surprise You When You Become an Entrepreneur - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2003 from Susan DunnIf you've always worked for someone else, you may harbor fantasies of what it would be like to "be your own boss." While working for yourself has major advantages; if you choose this route you may find some surprises. 1. MYTH: I won't have to work as hard. REALITY: You'll probably work ...
Views: 1316(1 vote) - Want to Know How to Feel Better? - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Susan DunnWe tend to think of feeling angry as being caused by rude drivers, people we don't like, or 100 degree temperatures, and feeling good as being caused by kind people, successful projects, or ice cream cones. When we're working on our emotional intelligence we work on our self-talk and ...
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