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- 7 Bedtime Habits of Successful People - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2016 from Monique CraigYou may not be seeking fame and fortune, but it’s hard to ignore those who are. Celebrities and public figures have very busy lives. It’s taxing to work yourself to the top, and even harder to keep yourself there. At the end of the day, these people are human like you, and this holds true for ...
Views: 2330 - Top Five New Year’s Resolutions To Wake Up America - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2016 from Dr. Anne BrownIt is 2016 and we are seriously off track! 1. Delete Hate Today, beginning today, please, we must all stop saying, writing, cheering, promoting, and engaging in hate. It is such a sign of fear, ignorance, insecurity, prejudice, and an outdated belief. We need different ideas, backgrounds, ...
Views: 1143(1 vote) - Changes in Vibes - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2016 from Ascendance ProjectFor the past few months, I've noticed that certain things around me have changed. It’s both the environment and the people. The reason is, my vibes aren't the same as it was before this. It’s amazing how these things come into action if you really take notice the changes over time. Let me ...
Views: 1453 - Another Year Ends. For Those Days When You Feel You Are Not Getting There - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2016 from Rosemary Nonny KnightAnother year ends I see you, honey… With the tears dripping down your face as you contemplate another year where nothing happened the way you wanted it too…. The doubt rises… The fear seems all-encompassing and you wonder if you have what it takes to keep going… To keep moving ...
Views: 960 - A Look Back At 2015 - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2016 from Royce GomezAs I look back on 2015, I think "Wow! What an amazing year!" Yes, it had some challenges and disappointments. No, my income wasn't as high as I had planned. But, I can look back and say it was truly an amazing year and I am blessed beyond belief. Let me recap to explain why. In January I ...
Views: 1432 - A Look Back At 2015 - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2016 from Royce GomezAs I look back on 2015, I think "Wow! What an amazing year!" Yes, it had some challenges and disappointments. No, my income wasn't as high as I had planned. But, I can look back and say it was truly an amazing year and I am blessed beyond belief. Let me recap to explain why. In January I ...
Views: 1489 - Year of Love - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2015 from Kelly Martin“Five hundred twenty-five thousand Six hundred minutes How do you measure-measure a year” –Seasons of Love from Rent As 2015 comes to a close I am hearing more and more about peoples Resolutions to lose weight, make more money, exercise more, eat healthier, etc. Although goals are very ...
Views: 1386 - Remembering Gratitude - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2015 from Kelly MartinToday I was speaking with another therapist and he was sharing a story of struggle and at the end stated, “At least I’m not dead.” I was blown away in the moment of truth in that statement. Truly, we ALWAYS have something to be grateful for in our lives. Yes, I know that bad things can happen ...
Views: 1697 - 21 Routines to Renew You in the New Year - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2015 from Margie BeiswangerAs we're closing out this year and welcoming a new one, I want to talk to you a little bit about the importance of renewal. Each year is a clean slate. Each day is a fresh start. So let's take advantage of that, shall we? It's time to incorporate some revitalizing and renewal practices ...
Views: 1542 - December 2015 Earth Spirit Journal: The Moment to Stop and Hear - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2015 from Gregory Reece-SmithWelcome to Shamanics in Portugal´s Newsletter. Our intention is to remind you our readers, friends and connections we are all part of a much larger, ever evolving community. As part of that the Journal is now available on Youtube so that you can listen to it as well as view some of the scenery ...
Views: 1818 - Why you should treat your partner like a guest. - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2015 from Rikky D. T. MaasTake a second to think about the things you want to change about your partner. Little things that annoy you. Any built up resentment you have. ... Now smile if you can't think of anything. (And keep reading if you wish you smiled.) The best advice I ever got about loving relationships ...
Views: 1292(1 vote) - Why I keep a gratitude diary or happiness journal. - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2015 from Rikky D. T. MaasEvery evening, minus a few exceptions, the first thing I do when I get in bed is write in my gratitude journal. I take a couple of minutes to answer questions about my happiness such as 'what am I grateful for?', 'what did I do great today?', and 'what amazing things happened today?'. It's ...
Views: 1405(1 vote) - Why you should accept your emotionality. - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2015 from Rikky D. T. MaasBecause emotionality and sensitivity are frequently looked down upon, while their opposing character traits are heavily romanticized in the Western world, people often have a disturbed image of their own emotional behavior. We are constantly under pressure to restrain our emotional selves. We ...
Views: 1527(1 vote) - Spirituality is a personal choice - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2015 from Tim OngChoosing to walk the spiritual path is a very personal decision. It is a decision that only you can make. No one can, nor do they have the right to, compel you to make this choice. It is a personal matter – a personal choice. Our modern lifestyle is too focused on materiality. If you are fine ...
Views: 1194 - But How Do I know? - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2015 from Jim PhillipsBut how do I know? This is the question I have received repeatedly since my last post on how we make a difference in the world and in the lives of others. It seems that many of you don’t like or resonate with the simple answer of, “because you are here.” Which in truth is the answer. You ...
Views: 1246 - Gratitude: A Recipe for Maintaining Positivity - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2015 from Suzanne St. John SmithJust as I was leaving my office last night, I discovered THE most beautiful bouquet of flowers sitting beside my door awaiting me. I was so taken back by the thoughtfulness of whomever had arranged this lovely gift, and when I opened the card and read that it was from my clients who ...
Views: 1388 - Four Ways to Lift Your Spirits, Quickly and Easily. - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2015 from amanda hadleyAre you feeling the Winter Blues? I know the short days often take their toll on me, so here are four quick and easy ways to lift your spirits that you can try any time. 1. Breathe Sit with your back straight, shoulders relaxed and palms on your lap. Take a slow and deep breath using the ...
Views: 1429 - Integrative Ways to Beat Depression and Have a Happy Holiday - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2015 from Lisa BakerWhile families decorate houses with lights, stores inundate shoppers with cheesy Christmas music, and bell ringers blare at every commercial entrance you approach. While this perks up some people, it brings bad memories and depression to others. Many are lonely through the holidays, and when ...
Views: 1421 - Hold onto family memories - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2015 from Kevin RobertsonThis season is a time when families get together and reflect on fond memories. With the advent of technology there's no shortage of family photos, but with our fast-paced lives it's becoming increasingly difficult to keep up, document and admire these treasured memories when they're stashed away ...
Views: 1283 - Pondering Life - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2015 from Royce GomezAs I sit in Europe alone on Thanksgiving, I ponder life's lessons and the memories with family. Thanksgiving gives us reason to pause and be thankful for what we have and reflect on the fond memories of the past and look with hope to the future. Thanksgiving is a time of family, friends, ...
Views: 1361 - Mobile Store Franchise Business Opportunities India - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2015 from Meenu JainMobile phones - “No longer is just used as a means to communicate” The above statement is true that mobile phones today are not just being used a source to communicate rather it has become a status symbol in the society. In addition to this people are ready to buy the latest mobile handsets ...
Views: 1188 - What Is Hypnosis? It's a State of Accelerated Learning - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2015 from Connie BrannanWhat is hypnosis? The formal definition is: "It's a bypassing of our critical factor, the conscious mind." When we bypass it, we walk in an open door, and we're communicating directly to the accommodating, helpful unconscious mind, the part of us that defines and determines our behaviors and ...
Views: 1815 - The Power of Letting Go - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2015 from Mike RobbinsMy wife Michelle read the bestselling book The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up and has transformed our house over the past few months. I’ve enjoyed and appreciated all that she has shared with me about the book, and especially all that she has done to de-clutter and tidy up. However, until ...
Views: 1418 - ***Stop Trying to “Fit In” (3 Rules You Have to Break to Live a Life of Abundance, Love, Passion and Joy – Rule #3) - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2015 from Laura Young"I don't fit in, especially with my family." "I feel like an outsider.” “I felt ok until I got to high school but then I lost my self-confidence. I didn’t belong to the popular crowd, and I did not belong to the ‘geek' clique.” “I began to feel like a loser. I knew I wasn’t a loser, that I ...
Views: 9329 - Ujjain – One of the religious cities of India - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2015 from Heena PathakOne of the sacred cities that exist in India includes the name of Ujjain. It is because of its rich heritage and culture that everyone knows about Ujjain in India and in other parts of world. Ujjain is really a religious city and a must visit place. Ujjain is famous city of Madhya Pradesh. ...
Views: 1041 - Thinking About Resolutions for the New Year - by Submitted on May 16, 2022 from Alice LandryThe time near the beginning of a new calendar year often brings mixed feelings. People may review their life over the past year and vow to improve it for the next. Changes in diet, exercise, work situations, and relationships may be considered. This current year of 2015 asked us to look at ...
Views: 1217 - How to Maintain an Attitude of Gratitude - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2015 from T. Renee RichardsonAlooooooHA!!! By now, the important place that holding an attitude of gratitude occupies in personal/spiritual development and even practical planning has received enough mainstream press to be passe. My intent here is to revitalize the concept by returning to the basics, as many who've ...
Views: 1693(1 vote) - Living Rich Is Different Than Being Rich - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2015 from Rick MartinezLiving rich has nothing to do with what we can afford to buy — we want to live an abundant and full life with the people we love most. Sure, it would be nice to have the money for a bigger home, a newer car, and a better education for your kids. It would be freaking awesome to be wealthy, but ...
Views: 2263 - Effects of Yoga on the Human Body - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2015 from Gunjan sharmaYoga teaches us to cure what need not be endured and endure what cannot be cured. As we start to walk out on the way, the way appears. As a single footstep will not make a path on the earth, so a single thought will not make a pathway in the mind. To make a deep physical path, we walk again and ...
Views: 1142 - 15 Things You Should Let Go To Become Happy - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2015 from Jana RooheartIt doesn’t matter who you are, what you dream of and where you go; the final goal of every person is to be happy. However, there is always something that stands on our way of being happy and, in most cases, this “something” is we ourselves with our boundaries and superstitions. Accidently or ...
Views: 1250 - Improving Your Luck with Blue Sapphire (Neelam) Gemstone - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2015 from Sanjeev KumarFor centuries, the blue sapphire gemstone has been an object of desire and fascination for mankind, as it is said to bear immense luck and good fortune for those whose horoscopes are suitable for getting its good results. This tone can be very beneficial for some natives, while others may be ...
Views: 1389 - Should You Ever Criticize Your Spouse? - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2015 from Marcia Naomi Berger"A love without reproof is no love." ---Rabbi Yosi ben Chanina Reproof is defined as rebuke or criticism. You may feel safer by seething silently when irked by a potential or actual marriage partner's behavior. But sometimes speaking up, with kindness and respect, at a time when both ...
Views: 1319 - Five Strategies to Practice When Gratitude Eludes You - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2015 from Sandra MiniereThanksgiving is a time to celebrate and express gratitude. When we take the time to focus on that for which we are grateful, we feel fulfilled. Our cup overflows with feelings of abundance. According to Jack Canfield, author of The Success Principles: “Gratitude is the single most important ...
Views: 1425 - 5 Steps to Solve Your Problems in Sleep!! - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2015 from Aniruddha DeshpandeDear Readers, Well I am a voracious reader of books that teach you how to use your brain more effectively. And I am a big fan of sharing what I learn by reading these books. But always I try to share my own interpretation of it, instead of just copy pasting things from a book. Recently I ...
Views: 1567 - Dreams vs Imagination !! - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2015 from Aniruddha DeshpandeHello Everyone, I am back with another interesting post that will surely set you on a thinking path. Today we are talking about what you should choose, dreams or imagination, and the answer as always is revealing, so here goes..... Dreams, everyone has them, those who say they don’t have ...
Views: 1613 - The "Will Power" Secret !! - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2015 from Aniruddha DeshpandeDear Readers, Here goes the secret about will power, but before I reveal it to you, tell me haven't you heard the following statements in your life so far, You have to have will power to get yourself through a difficult situation! You have to increase your will power, you give up too ...
Views: 1603 - Mindfulness Practice - Why Do It? Ideas From A Mindfulness Coach - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2015 from Brook MontagnaIf you are new to mindfulness practice, congratulations on finding one of the most powerful practices for a better life! I know this because I began mindfulness practice and study over 20 years ago and have worked with 100s of clients to change their lives through mindfulness practice, and all ...
Views: 1461 - Love Your Food - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2016 from Julie DohertyIf you want to be able to function at your Optimal ability, Enjoy all areas of your life. Love of your food, that not only tastes great but is great for you is an absolute necessity. There is so much written these days about diet, the way we should look, the weight we should be and so it just ...
Views: 1158 - Find a Safe Place to Dance - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2015 from Frosty WooldridgeIn your life, someone cheated you out of something. Another lied to you. Others gossiped about you. At some point, you suffered the loss of a friend, parent or spouse. Someone hammered you on the tennis court, chessboard or the boardroom. A spouse cheated on you and left for another woman or ...
Views: 1098(1 vote) - The Secret of Happiness - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2015 from Margie BeiswangerAre you holding your breath, hoping I'll reveal something that you don't already know? Or maybe you're pretty sure that whatever I have to say won't be new, but you're curious to know just what "secret" I'm going to reveal? Well, no matter. Here's the scoop on the secret to ...
Views: 1367 - Calming Your Mind in Increments Series: The Importance of Taming Your Inner Critic - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2015 from Judith HolderAfter an important social event, a public talk, an interaction with a boss or presentation in front of work colleagues, have you noticed an inner voice popping up…..analyzing (i.e., critiquing)…. how you did? Well, you have met your inner critic. The inner critic is similar to a woodpecker ...
Views: 1061 - Start Great Conversations with Your Kids - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2015 from Maggie SliderI have to admit having one child of each gender has really made me more aware of the male/ female differences. One huge difference I've found is the way they communicate and their interpretation of words. When I think about when my kids were younger and I picked them up from school, the ...
Views: 1242 - How to Find Yourself in the World of Self Templates - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2015 from Jane CoplandIn the world where we are constantly bombarded with information, expectations, ‘must-haves’ and ‘must-bes’ it can sometimes be difficult to know who you really are and what you really want from life. Perhaps you’ve grown up under the influence of your family’s or friends’ expectations, maybe ...
Views: 1579 - How Members of Various Social Groups Cope With Depression - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2015 from John UngerDepression is a serious medical condition that can impact anybody. There is no race, ethnicity, age group, or gender that is immune to depression. Although, there is evidence that there is higher rates of depression among certain groups. However, many experts believe that at least some of these ...
Views: 1659 - Why People Fail to Achieve What They Want in Life - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2015 from Rana Kordahi -Limitlessminds Training and Coaching1. They lack a strong purpose in life What is your purpose? I don’t mean, why are you here? But, what drives you? What inspires you? If you could be and do anything for the rest of your life, what would it be? Having a purpose in life can be the difference between having or losing motivation. ...
Views: 1203(1 vote) - Enrich Your Life: Befriend an Extrovert if You’re an Introvert, or an Introvert if You’re an Extrovert - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2015 from Noelle NelsonI went to the movies recently with a friend. It was billed as an action comedy and I was looking forward to some good laughs. What I hadn’t realized is that the movie was 90% action and 10% comedy. Oh, the comedy was great! We’re talking LOL rolling in the aisles funny--and the action was just ...
Views: 1574 - How Abundantly Are You Living? - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2015 from Jesse An Nichols GeorgeDo you feel that your life is abundant or are you feeling deprived and unfulfilled? Do look forward to what your day will bring or are you dreading getting out of bed in the morning? Have you experienced what a truly abundant life is? Many people today have been living in a space of ...
Views: 1322 - Using Your IGS to Identify Your Desires - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2015 from Sharon BallantineYour Internal Guidance System (IGS) is like a sensor that everyone has built into them. It helps you to recognize when you’re heading down the right path and when you need to course correct. Your IGS can help you recognize what makes everyone so uniquely wonderful, what your best qualities and ...
Views: 981 - What Do You Love Doing That Offers You Strong Fulfillment? - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2015 from Jesse An Nichols GeorgeHave you ever loved doing something so much, that nothing would keep you from having it in your life? Have you ever enjoyed something to the point that you didn’t concern yourself if you ever got well known for it; or even made a dime for doing it? Have you ever enjoyed something so much that ...
Views: 1030 - Calming Your Mind in Increments Series: The Importance of Taming Your Inner Critic to Maintain a Spiritual Connection - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2015 from Judith HolderAfter an important social event, a professional talk, an interaction with a boss or high stakes presentation in front of audience, have you noticed an inner voice popping up…..analyzing (i.e., critiquing)…. how you did? Well, you have met your inner critic. The inner critic, is analogous to ...
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