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- Making Memories - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2017 from Lisa BoussonMy husband and I recently watched a preview of The Sound of Music, which Making Memories with Michigan Psychic Medium Lisa Boussonwill air on December 5, 2013. The show, which is a TV version of the stage play, brings back fond memories of the original movie from my childhood. I look forward ...
Views: 1200 - Living in a Last-Minute World - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2017 from Lisa BoussonUp to twelve inches of snow is expected in the first winter storm of 2014. Since I hadn’t been grocery shopping in a few weeks and had to go out for a business meeting anyway, I stopped at a few stores. What I witnessed was amazing. The scenes at both stores were the same… Way too many people ...
Views: 1160 - Preschooler Behavior Problem? It may be your parenting pendulum. - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2017 from Gary DirenfeldThink of parenting on a pendulum. As it swings one way, a parents parenting style may be inadvertently ineffective. There may be multiple warnings; a meek tone of voice; too many options; too much praise; asking versus telling; bargaining; rewards greater than appropriate. In this scenario, the ...
Views: 1274 - A Powerful Concept to Alter Children’s Behavior - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2017 from Gary Direnfeldhere is a Jewish word that doesn’t translate directly into English, but it informs my attitude to people who have undergone hardship and need help. Translated, the word is a hybrid of several concepts, not standing alone on any one, but really the combination of all. The concepts or words ...
Views: 1249 - 4 Points to Consider Before Sending Your Child to Counseling - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2017 from Gary DirenfeldQuestion: Gary, I heard another psychologist state that counseling is not beneficial for children under 12 because they see things so literally and are not able to consider the concepts and abstract. Would you agree? ( I think I paraphrased her correctly). I am curious about your thoughts on ...
Views: 1172 - Counseling? How we begin matters. - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2017 from Gary DirenfeldA parent called seeking counseling for their adult son. The young man had plenty of issues. The issues were long-standing. I explained that given the parent called, I would begin by meeting with both parents first. I advised that by meeting with the parents first, I could obtain a better ...
Views: 1247 - Not Just Any Hypnotherapist Will Do - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2017 from Dorothy NeddermeyerFinding the best hypnotherapist can be tricky. There are many unaccredited programs that give people a ‘Certificate of Completion’ without adequate training. Add to that the confusion about a Certificate of Completion’ and a ‘Certified Hypnosis Practitioner,’ it is daunting. Many hypnosis ...
Views: 2250(2 votes) - Say Good Bye to Adulthood Boredom - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2017 from Syed Hassaan HussainMany will agree that childhood is the best phase of human life, no worries; no stress; life seems so colorful and perfect but then human tends to grow up. Adulthood comes with its own difficulties and responsibilities which turns many adults into boring personalities. The main reason which turns ...
Views: 2968 - Culture and Music of Jharkhand - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2017 from Kumari SujataJharkhand’s music custom contains various tribal varieties and is well known for its variety. One of the lists is Jhumar which is definitely associated by dance. Tribals are incredibly fond of dance and music. You will find about 64 seasonal dance forms and numerous ragas in Oraon tribe itself. ...
Views: 1379 - Are You Here Only To Be Truly Helpful? - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2017 from Dorothy NeddermeyerMany people say with pride—“I’m a giver.” However, no one announces, “I'm a receiver”—albeit there are more receivers than givers. The age old question— “Is It better to give than to receive,” is a miss nomer. The truth of the matter is, while you are giving you are receiving and while you ...
Views: 1809(2 votes) - Make Life Better - The Conscious Way! - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2017 from Jiby GeorgeLife is fun every day during our school and college days, enjoying with our friends in different ways possible. But one fine day things start changing – We get into a job for our living. We get married and have children. The challenges around handling the people in our life start popping ...
Views: 973(1 vote) - A Heartfelt New Year’s Resolution: Show You Care! - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2016 from Noelle NelsonI heard the sirens behind me before I saw the flashing lights of an ambulance, followed closely by a fire truck. Like everyone else on the roadway, I looked around trying to figure out where the ambulance was heading, and as soon as I saw the lights, eased my car over to the right side of the ...
Views: 1630 - 7 SUREFIRE STRATEGIES TO REDUCE HOLIDAY ANXIETY AND KEEP YOUR SANITY By James Mapes - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2016 from James MapesLet's strip away the rose-colored glasses, let go of guilt and do a reality check. For many people the holiday season can feel like anything but a celebration. If one isn’t careful, the Christmas season can turn people into frenetic, anxious, and crazy - holiday survivalists. Below are 7 ...
Views: 1557 - Bringing Back the Joy in Your Life - No Matter What Stage or Age!!!! - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2016 from Julie DohertyDo you remember being a child you were so excited about your birthday or Christmas. You could hardly sleep the night before and awoke really early in the morning with pure excitement. As a child these experiences were so pure, untouched by life's tragedies and traumas giving you joyful ...
Views: 1384(1 vote) - How Does Hormone Imbalance Cause Hair Loss - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2016 from Emma LawsonWomen hairs are her glory because the beautiful locks add aesthetic value to her appearance. But most of the women don’t know that these beautiful locks tell a lot more than just appearance. Hairs can speak a lot about the overall health of a woman and tells signs of problems happening within. ...
Views: 1521 - Stop Thinking about What Others Think about you - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2016 from Eefke BodtMan is a social animal and he cannot live in total isolation away from fellow human beings. This fact is corroborated by the fact that whatever we do and even wear and eat is heavily influenced by the company we keep. It therefore comes as no surprise when what others say and think about us ...
Views: 3139 - Stop Thinking about What Others Think about you - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2016 from Eefke BodtMan is a social animal and he cannot live in total isolation away from fellow human beings. This fact is corroborated by the fact that whatever we do and even wear and eat is heavily influenced by the company we keep. It therefore comes as no surprise when what others say and think about us ...
Views: 3091 - Everyone And Everything Is An Extension Of The Universal Source Energy - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2016 from Dorothy NeddermeyerEveryone has dreams. Some dreams are bigger than others. None-the-less, ALL DREAMS are worthy!! All your dreams are worth pursuing, no matter how big or small. Dreams can be anything such as the desire to be famous; starting a family; winning the lottery; going on a luxurious vacation; ...
Views: 2159(1 vote) - The Ultimate Holiday Gift That Truly Keeps On Giving - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2016 from Noelle NelsonThe airport was crowded, noisy, chaotic. Nothing unusual about that. I was waiting, properly queued up, to board my flight. To my right was a line of nine wheelchair-bound folk also waiting patiently. All but one, who was waiting not so patiently. She was sixth in the line of pre-boarding ...
Views: 1230 - Laughter The Best Medicine - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2016 from amanda hadleyLaughter the Best Medicine Is laughter the best medicine? Laughter certainly has enormous amounts of health benefits ranging from positively affecting diabetes, lowering risks of heart attacks, reducing stress, anxiety and depression, improving emotional health, strengthen your immune system ...
Views: 1220 - How To Solve The Four Significant Reasons Why You Fail to Create The Level of Financial Abundance You Desire - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2017 from Dorothy NeddermeyerThere are 4 significant reasons why the majority of people fail to reach the level of financial abundance they truly desire: 1) Misconception they need to have money in order to make money (a common success myth) 2) They don’t know how to develop a success plan. They lack the training ...
Views: 1934(1 vote) - How to generate operating system users list? - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2016 from opal jagTechnology is being adapted in almost every sector to accomplish certain tasks. In our day to day working environment most of us are provided with a PC or a Mac book and some software installed to overcome the challenges. An operating system is the collection of software that manages hardware ...
Views: 788 - COUNT TO TEN - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2016 from Nigel BrettCOUNT TO TEN How many times have you reacted in a way you later regretted? How many times, after a period of reflection, have you said to yourself I could have handled that situation better? When questioning yourself in this way you have realized that you must not allow your negative ...
Views: 742 - Are You Chasing Perfection In Every Area Of Your Life? - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2016 from Dorothy NeddermeyerMany people feel pressure to have the perfect body, the perfect family, the perfect career, the perfect home, the perfect car, and the perfect life. This pressure is driven by the beliefs and thoughts you acquired since childhood. Are you guarding against feeling inadequate by seeking ...
Views: 1554(1 vote) - We’re All In This Together - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2016 from Mike RobbinsLike so many people here in the United State and around the world, I've had a very strong reaction to our election. Given the pre-election polls, I was shocked by the outcome, and given how I voted, I was disappointed by it. As I've ridden the roller coaster of intense emotions over the past ...
Views: 2223 - Ethnic Wear To Boost Up Your Style Quotient Many Degrees Over! - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2016 from Harshad JethraEthnic wear has its own charm, the kind that is unmistakable and unique. Especially in India, we find people sporting ethnic wear with a lot of pride and panache. This happens mostly during the time of festivities, wherein we find people sporting ethnic dresses with a whole lot of grace. ...
Views: 1187(1 vote) - Walking With Our Paradigms Or Master Of Possibilities - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2016 from Termina AshtonI am a slave to no man, no person not even myself. And more importantly I am not a slave to my paradigms, the interpretations taught from birth to now by the network of influences of our environment with which I walk every moment, every day. I acknowledge that I as all have been raised in ...
Views: 1550 - Imagination Fuels Imagination - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2016 from Termina AshtonEvery invention also leads to the creation of a new knowledge. Knowledge is created to fulfill the necessity of the human beings. How does the necessity or the desire of people get converted to knowledge?” The answer lies in the ability of human beings to imagine what is beyond the sensory ...
Views: 1459(1 vote) - Unlimited You! - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2016 from Termina AshtonEveryone, at some point or another, feels like they don’t truly have their own unique identity. Regardless of how we feel about ourselves, we have massive potential to see any or all ideas and desires come into being. Imagination is something many of us have come to believe as a limited ...
Views: 1349 - Ride the Wave: Hawaii 5-0’s Surprising Lesson in Thankfulness - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2016 from Noelle NelsonJust the other night, I was watching one of my favorite TV shows, “Hawaii 5-0,” where one of the main characters featured in that night’s episode was a young woman, a veteran, who’d served in Afghanistan, during which time she’d lost both legs. The show was forthright in its brief portrayal of ...
Views: 1349 - 5 Guitar Practice Habits That Improve Your Guitar Playing Skills - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2016 from Tom Hess5 Guitar Practice Habits That Improve Your Guitar Playing Skills By Tom Hess Simply put, the kind of guitar practice habits you have determine the amount of musical progress you make. Good guitar practice habits fix your problems and help you to become a better guitarist in less time. ...
Views: 1072 - 5 Ways to Feel Happier Every Day - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2016 from Roz AndrewsHappiness comes from within. Only you can make yourself happy. Money, relationships, and other external factors cannot give you happiness, as explained in this Tibetan proverb: “Seeking happiness outside of ourselves is like waiting for sunshine in a cave facing north”. Here are five ...
Views: 1701 - TIPS FOR ONLINE SHOPPING THIS HALLOWEEN DAY - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2016 from chetan ergodeWhen you know that you have plenty of time to spend this ‘spooktacular’ Halloween day, we have compiled some tips which would serve as a word of caution while you are shopping for Halloween gifts accessories. Hope, after going through these tips, you would never make mistakes when a steep rise ...
Views: 510 - EVERYTHING THAT YOU NEED FOR A HALLOWEEN PARTY - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2016 from chetan ergodeAre you still wondering on how well you can host a Halloween party? We know, that you hardly have the time to purchase items. But, don’t be afraid. Here’s a list of everything that you can buy to create that mood for an ostentatious occasion. Colored Lanterns When your guests have arrived at ...
Views: 572 - 5 Must-Haves For The Perfect Girls' Night - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyWhen life gets hectic, there's nothing better than hanging out with your best gal pals. Going out on the town can be fun, but sometimes going to a loud venue and dealing with logistics like finding a designated driver can just add more stress to the mix. Instead, opt for a relaxing night in with ...
Views: 2024 - HALLOWEEN LIGHTING IDEAS FOR LAST MINUTE EFFECTS - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2016 from avantika ergodeWhen you welcome Hallow’s Eve, you would require Halloween or Ghost Lights to bring in the perfect atmosphere indoors. Just like Christmas which falls in winter, Halloween gives you an opportunity to boast your decor ideas and try creating a hubbub through millions of screams. To help you ...
Views: 493 - LIGHTING TIPS FOR HALLOWEEN DAY - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2016 from avantika ergodeHere're some tips which you would implement strategically even after consulting a professional decorator. To create the scariest mood, you would never deny that these are nothing but slick and effective ways. It only requires a little bit of lighting to embrace a dramatic character that you had ...
Views: 541 - Amas o Quieres? - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2016 from Manny (Manuel) PerezUna maravilla del español, es que expresamos el amor en dos etapas: una basada en que existe independiente de las otras emociones, “te amo”, y otra que expresa emociones fuertes y deseos que decimos “te quiero”. Te quiero también significa que de alguna forma te necesito, que mi felicidad ...
Views: 1228(1 vote) - What Do You Refuse to Accept? - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2016 from Ronny PrasadAs an anti-bullying campaigner, I often speak to kids (and adults alike), who tell me about the challenges they face when they are getting bullied. This article is not about bullying. Instead, let’s focus on something simple that is available to humans – the ability to choose. We can ...
Views: 1034 - Why you should not write off real estate in Chennai - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2016 from Reshma ShettyReal estate in Chennai is witnessing a slump at the moment. 2016 has not been the year of this metro. The capital city of Tamil Nadu is considered to be the fourth most populous metro in the country right after Bangalore. While realty is Bangalore is not doing too badly these days, Chennai has ...
Views: 602 - MY 5 FAVORITE TED TALKS - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2016 from Sharon DanzgerI recently had the privilege of spending the evening with a group of incredibly bright women who are working towards their Executive MBAs at a prestigious university in NYC. As I shared some insights relating to attention management, mindfulness, and happiness, I found myself referring to ...
Views: 1352 - SUCCESS, HAPPINESS, AND GIVING - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2016 from Sharon DanzgerGrowing up in the 1970s, there was an expectation that if you work very hard, you would be financially successful and that would bring happiness. Financial success would provide you with the means to start giving. Evidence has come to light over the past few years to prove that this is not ...
Views: 1017 - The Key to Happiness - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2016 from Benedikt DommesDoes it actually exist the key to a life in happiness and fulfillment? Can joy be at the base of my experience? Why are pain and heaviness so prevalent in our lives, even though everybody in essence wants nothing else but happiness? Joy, bliss and fulfillment are expressions of your true ...
Views: 1018 - THE CHASE OF LIFE WILL MANIFEST FOR US By Patricia Ross - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2016 from Patricia Rosshttp://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/306062 www.teenvoice.ws In life from birth we are alert. We are alert to the chase of life. You may not remember your discovery years of life. Although, in our former years we had discovery, play and imaginative play for self-development. ...
Views: 1572 - Love Out Loud - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2016 from Mary HorsmanAs you may know, I am big believer in The Love Diet. This means that I do my very best to consume positive, Loving food and media. I focus on having joyful and peaceful experiences with kind and Loving people. And I stay aware of what I’m thinking, saying and doing in order to strive for my ...
Views: 1416 - The Secret Sauce of Success in Love, Life & Business - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2016 from Mary HorsmanSome people will tell you there’s no such thing . . . No secret sauce even exists. And you might’ve heard that “Success leaves clues”. So, in theory, you could follow these clues to victory without much trouble . . . But if success were easy, everyone would be enjoying their ideal ...
Views: 1414 - Infuse Yourself With Creative Energy and Spirit with Concierge services of Harmoniamarin - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2016 from Angelina BrownHarmoniamarin nowadays happens to be one of the best places which help you to retreat from the humdrums of your day to day life. Apart from being a party space of repute as well as a place for private events which has gradually become quite a favourite with the clients who has had the experience ...
Views: 1192 - Growing Pains - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2016 from Benjamin EmerlingHumans grow at a substantial rate from birth to adulthood. With growing comes growing pains. We all remember the pain that our joints, muscles, brains, and emotions caused us as teenagers. But did you know that if you excessively use drugs and/or alcohol as a teenager, you stop ...
Views: 1531 - ABC.... OF CONTROLLING THE MONSTERS IN YOUR MIND - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2016 from Dr. Madan TripathyABC…….. of Conquering the Monsters in your Mind Madan Tripathy Our thoughts are very powerful. Each & every cell in your body gets influenced by the thoughts you have. We get one thought, followed by another and then another and this continues unabated. The mind is like an infinitesimally ...
Views: 1482 - Some Unique Gifting Ideas For This Diwali - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2016 from Harshad JethraDuring Diwali festivities, one often ends up wondering what is going to be the best gift for loved ones. Chocolates and flowers are romantic; you could go for some cakes and pastries if you plan to drop down to a loved one's place for celebration. Then, the choice of a gift also depends on ...
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