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- Stink’n Think’n - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2011 from Julie SimonHave you ever thought about how powerful your thoughts are and how quickly they can alter your mood? Truthfully, how often does a thought or series of thoughts ruin a perfectly good day for you? How often do you grab something to eat to calm or soothe yourself because of overwhelming, anxious ...
Views: 1824(2 votes) - Relax and Let Go - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Adam BenedettoIn life we find ourselves always pushing, working, and striving for something better, whether it is ourselves, our situation, or something around us. We work very hard at this, sometimes to the point of exhaustion, finding that we can never fully relax and let it be. Who we are is capable of ...
Views: 941 - I want it NOW! Instant gratification and how to screw up your life forever - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Tom VizziniFlashback 5 years…There I was laying on the path staring up at the sky. Just a moment before I was running. Now it felt like someone had ripped my foot off and stapled it back on. It had happened before. My right ankle would twist and there I would be staring up at the sky. Kim would joke that ...
Views: 1219(2 votes) - Special Gift Ideas to be Given on This Easter - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2011 from Harsin CarterOne of the most joyous celebrations among the Christian fraternity takes place when it is Easter. All the people following Christianity celebrate this day because Lord Jesus Christ rose from his death. He was resurrected, which is a sign of life after death. It also denotes that the great lord ...
Views: 590 - 3 Simple Steps to an Energized Day - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2011 from Paige BurkesDo you roll out of bed, get dressed and grab your coffee and bagel and run out the door in the morning and wonder why you’re dragging only a few hours later? Do you hit a wall later in the afternoon that only large doses of additional caffeine and sugar can cure? Do you want something simple ...
Views: 1297(2 votes) - Alternatives Energy Resources and Saving Electricity - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2011 from Christina XioFor now, it is always advised to save electricity as small contributions from everyone are going to have a huge effect on the whole. However, in the times to come this would not be enough to save enough electricity to fulfill everyone’s requirements. To avoid such a major upcoming dilemma, ...
Views: 908 - Opening Up To Acceptance - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Adam BenedettoAcceptance is about letting go and releasing any and all battles with the truth of the moment. Acceptance is forgiveness, it is being who you really are, and it is letting everything else be just as it is. When we release the unending battle with the truth of reality, we open ourselves up to ...
Views: 708 - Contentment and Money - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Adam BenedettoWe often find in life that we are always seeking wealth, that we always need more, that somewhere around the corner we will find the excess we are looking for. There must be more money to be had, more wealth to be made, that we never have enough. Always looking, always seeking for more, leads ...
Views: 764(1 vote) - Starting New - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2011 from Louise RouseNo matter what degrees it is outside, spring is a marker in time. Every season has its message. We think of spring as the time to clean out closets, get rid of the old, to prepare for the new. Spring cleaning is also for the mind, stories that just do not serve me are erased, and stories which ...
Views: 1487(2 votes) - Some Ideas to Celebrate Easter - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Henry LimEaster is a family celebration and not only the children, but adults too look forward for their basket. The basket ideas for adults include coffee packets and coffee mugs for those who cannot survive without their hot cup. Or you can even try Easter basket ideas for adults, like filling the ...
Views: 819 - How to Think Differently About the Decisions You Make - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2011 from Dr. Rick SchaeferEvery moment seems to offer a choice, don’t worry about it; imagine both choices are perfect! Choice is constantly in front of us. We decide on a turkey or roast beef sandwich for lunch. We decide whether to park the car in the first spot we see, or head down the aisle hoping for a spot close ...
Views: 1409(1 vote) - Depression ~ The Silent Killer - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2011 from Michael Sean Symonds:I'd like to dedicate this article to the short life of Kelty Patrick Dennehy. The impulse to write about my own past experience of depression and suicidal tendencies has been percolating to the surface of my mind for a while now. It's a subject matter that goes largely unnoticed and unspoken ...
Views: 1317 - Freedom From Stress and Worry - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2011 from Adam BenedettoWhen we feel under pressure or stressed out, we tend to compartmentalize the issues. We categorize the event, the problem, or how we are seeing it and then justify our behavior. Life is not about obstacles or about seeing what needs to be done. We live our lives in constant awareness of the ...
Views: 1002(1 vote) - How To Be Free Of The Past - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2011 from Adam BenedettoWe may all have experienced something in our lives that overshadows us. Something that we find somehow defines us, makes us who we are or who we think we are. We pull our past along with us constantly. We give it far more importance than it deserves. We think of it as us, as I, as who we ...
Views: 898 - Living Without Depression - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2011 from Adam BenedettoDepression is a form of escapism; it is a way of protecting one’s self from the outside world. By reverting inward one is able to let go of reality, to turn off events and withdraw. Depression can be caused by many events, real or imagined. It is a sense of being overwhelmed, being overtaken ...
Views: 920 - What Makes Science Fiction Good - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Alan DetwilerScience fiction describes a world more wonderous and better than our more ordinary real world. It is the world and the universe as it can be imagined to be. What the author imagined is presented as real and to an extent we experience the author's vision as being real. Before us are the wonders ...
Views: 1805(1 vote) - What REALLY Matters. - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Joyce K ReynoldsThere is no denying that professional achievement, financial triumph, power and celebrity are valued to the extreme in our society. In fact, these are the goals to which many aspire and - more easily than ever - are able to reach. Yet, a sense of overall well-being does not necessarily accompany ...
Views: 1129(2 votes) - Simplify Your Life - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Dr. Carolyn PorterWhen you think about simplifying your life, what comes to mind? Getting rid of things you really don’t need? Doing less, spending less, downsizing, consolidating? All of these are noteworthy ways to simplify, but they can have a negative undertone if it feels like you have to give something up. ...
Views: 1749(2 votes) - Unparalleld Blessings - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Dr. Carolyn PorterWe are living in very different times than just a few years ago. Many people feel as if they are struggling to keep their head above water. It may seem that way for you. This is an era of change, big change, in every aspect of everyday living. But this isn’t something I have to tell you – you ...
Views: 1937 - Stress Mechanics - The Business of Health - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Samantha GowingSTRESS MECHANICS – TIME FOR A TUNE UP The 21st Century has brought with it remarkable research into health and the healing process. Contrarily, stress-related illnesses are escalating across the globe. Multiple episodes of negative-stress reactions have a direct link to such illnesses as: low ...
Views: 1181(4 votes) - Enjoy Every Moment of Your Life - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2011 from Hifzur RehmanWhat is the best way to live life? Enjoy, enjoy and enjoy. You are here in this world for a short period of time. Therefore, you must enjoy each and every single moment of your life. If you don’t want to enjoy your life then you are no more a living person. Don’t deprive yourself of your ...
Views: 9976(1 vote) - ATTRACT FAVOR - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2011 from Patricia RossDfw Teen Voice " How to Attract Favor In Your Life" By Patricia Founder Teen Voice http://teenvoice.ws Attract Define as: at·tract v. at·tract·ed, at·tract·ing, at·tracts v.tr. 1. To cause to draw near or adhere by physical force: Magnetic poles are attracted to their ...
Views: 2796 - What Makes Tattoo Flash Great - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2011 from Andrew SimonThere are a lot of wonderful designs when it comes to choosing your tattoo art. Tattoos are not expensive but they are not cheap either. If you must get your own tattoo make sure that you avail quality tattoo service from a trusted tattoo artist in your location. Cheap tattoos should always be ...
Views: 767 - Happy Mondays - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2011 from Elaine GleesonApparently we each experience an average of ten major happy days every year but none is happier than January 31, or Happy Monday,’ said Dr David Holmes, senior psychologist at Manchester Metropolitan University. Seemingly the combination of getting the first pay cheque of the year and booking ...
Views: 1032(1 vote) - Fun Adult Outdoor Party Games - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2011 from Ladan LashkariWhen it comes to fun outdoor party games for adults and even kids, there are many game ideas you can choose from. But one thing stays the same and that is the fact that playing games at your outdoor party is a great creative way to bring everyone a fun time. A great ...
Views: 6233 - Slumber Party Games Ideas for Teenage Girls - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2011 from Ladan LashkariAs you know, slumber party games are a favorite fun activity for kids, teenagers, and even adults. Having a sleepover party with friends and playing various creative games in it is an all-time favorite activity for all ages, especially teenage girls. So when you are ...
Views: 3838 - Flip. Tear. Dream. - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2011 from ruth davisSo many times, when I ask a client, "If you could do anything or go anywhere or be anything, what would it be?" there is a long silence. They really have to think about it because they are so far removed from their dreams. And so I offer them this simple exercise to tap into that place where ...
Views: 876 - Recreate Your Belief System - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2011 from Suzanne WiebeWhat is a belief system? Most people do not understand what a belief system is. They understand that some are defined by religion, culture, peers, and education. Many people understand it as part of their ‘core’. Everyone and Everything has a belief system; People, Governments, Civil Groups, ...
Views: 3030(1 vote) - Stillness When the World Around You Is Not - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2011 from odette worrellI have been struggling with what I think is a common personal issue for many. Immense internal dialogue because I have recognized that I am not 100% “there” in matters of being at peace with my life and the roles I play in it. Iam still contemplating the realization that in order to be 100% ...
Views: 1316 - Wedding Planning Basics - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2011 from Jennifer LimSo you’ve finally said yes and have broken the news to everyone. Now comes the nitty-gritty of the wedding planning process. Arm yourself with a planner and a pen, and get ready for some hard work. Wedding planning takes teamwork – lots of it. Start with organized daydreaming. Use this ...
Views: 1404(2 votes) - Looking Chic on a Limited Budget - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2011 from Jennifer LimBeing a stylish dresser doesn’t have to come with a hefty price tag. Not everyone can afford to fork over thousands of dollars for designer clothing, but by taking some time to sharpen your street-smart fashion senses, you too can look chic without blowing the bank. All it takes is an ...
Views: 788 - It's All a Matter of Perspective - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2011 from Karen KleinwortLast week the world paid respects to Elizabeth Taylor, and I was reminded that in death we begin to view an individual from the eyes of goodness and greatness. But why is it during life we view these same individuals from a completely different perspective? I am generalizing here, but in many ...
Views: 1421 - Don't Fool Around - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2011 from LINDA HENLEY-SMITHHappy April Fool’s Day to all! I was never very successful at playing April Fool’s jokes on anyone because apparently, I am not as clever as I always wanted to be. I remember, at five years of age, being so excited about my big plan to trick my mother into thinking that I had turned into a ...
Views: 924(1 vote) - Techniques for Dealing with Stress - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2011 from cedric riceStress is the way that we respond to pressure. We respond by our physical or mental reactions. We all react to stress in various ways. Our bodies will release hormones to help cope with the stress and mentally we will change to meet the increased demands of our perceived negative circumstances. ...
Views: 1004 - The Harmless April Fool’s Day Pranks - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Henry LimApril fool’s Day is a day to make fun and that spirit of fun is usually at its peak that day. Quipping April fool’s Day jokes and playing pranks on your friends and coworkers are what the celebration is all about. The spirit of fun is at the full swing when you know that you get to play pranks ...
Views: 790 - Align Yourself with the Law of Attraction - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2011 from Cheryl HitchcockMost of us have heard about the Law of Attraction thanks to the movie The Secret. It is the idea that everything in your life is attracted to you based on what you are thinking. Basically, “like attracts like.” It’s also the idea that whatever you give a lot of attention to will manifest in your ...
Views: 1201(1 vote) - Make a Big Deal About the "Little Things" - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2011 from Kathleen EllisMaking a big deal about the "little things" can make your life richer and more fulfilling. We've all heard the phrase "Don't sweat the small stuff" and I wholeheartedly agree. We must not let life's little daily annoyances and irritations cause us to "lose our cool" or bring us to a place of ...
Views: 1636(5 votes) - Always a student, sometimes a teacher - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2011 from Brian KingIt is hard to imagine that a generation of peace and love could become the next war mongers. It is far to obvious the wars we fight today are not to protect any thing other than profit. You who riddled the world with land mines, profit from the resources of others, restrict advancement, let ...
Views: 1599(1 vote) - 8 Tips to Experiencing a Fabulous Morning - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. How important is it to feel good in the morning? When your morning does not feel right, then the rest of the day will not be. But how do you avoid waking up at the wrong side of the bed? These tips may be handy: 1. Sleep early and well. If ...
Views: 1452(1 vote) - Positive Affirmations and Your Happiness in Life – What’s the Connection? - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. How many goals do you have in life? How many things do you still want to achieve in life? You may want to become the most successful person in your field, or you may want to simply improve your life in general. Whatever your goals are, I’m sure ...
Views: 668 - What is the worth of life insurance? - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2011 from Ade AdenekanHas life insurance any worth is the question people without vision normally ask as they feel that all that is necessary for one’s existence is just to enjoy the best of everything that nature provides (both valuable and mundane) that comes their way. Many even say that once they diligently take ...
Views: 1841 - C'mon Join the Joy Ride - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Meghan Gehan"Any idiot can face a crisis- it's this day-to-day living that wears you out," said the Russian Playwright, Anton Chekhov. Day to day living can wear you out, for many it is filled with the same old routine- the bills, the kids and their homework, the laundry, and the list goes on and on. How ...
Views: 1360 - 6 Tips to Turn Negative into Positive - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Carolyn Cooper1) Notice your speech patterns and change them when necessary. Do you ever say things like, "I'm not good enough," "I can't afford it," "I'm so fat," "There are no good men/women out there for me," etc. All of these are examples of very limited thinking. When you hear that negative self-talk ...
Views: 1430(3 votes) - Owners direct in Castile Le Mancha - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Porsche KlingerWhen in your villas OWNERS DIRECT with your sights on the more intriguing places to visit, consider Castile la Mancha as one of those places with so much to see and do. It is south of Madrid and the very centre of the Iberian Peninsula, encompassing the ancient Spanish capital of Toledo. There ...
Views: 1429 - Make Your Home A Paradise - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2011 from Wilson TreavorInterior design ideas that follow a theme can convert your house into an experience to come home to after a long day at work. The relaxing atmosphere of an island getaway or the energy of a night club or the spiritual comfort of a temple can all be captured through the right wall colour ...
Views: 1272 - Pain And Suffering: Do We Benefit From It? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperI have recently been asking the question: why is it that we are so consumed with the pain of the world and at the same time run away from our own pain? Could it be that the very reason we have become so obsessed and addicted to the media, soaps, gossip and other such things, is due to us running ...
Views: 1950 - The Divine Harmony of Simplicity - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2011 from Elizabeth Godwin SayleThis afternoon I put a jar of sweet tea outside to steep then ate fresh blueberries while staring at sunflowers that were on the kitchen table. It was idyllic to the point of feeling like a living greeting card. I was smack in the middle of what simplicity means to me and I felt deeply ...
Views: 998(3 votes) - The Top Ten California Beaches - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2011 from Irina KorCalifornia, nicknamed the sunshine state, enjoys a wonderful climate throughout the year. What better way to enjoy the sunshine than a day at the beach? The following list of the Top Ten California Beaches will have you ready to grab the sunblock and head on down to these pristine beaches. 1. ...
Views: 1402(1 vote) - There is Nothing I Can Do - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from David OrmanYesterday, my wife Lisa and I went to the Audubon Society here in Central Florida. It was a very touching experience, seeing the magnificent birds of prey and the people who have gone to great lengths to take care of the injured and sick ones. Eagles, falcons, owls of multiple variety and other ...
Views: 1329 - Guide for the Ultimate Honeymoon - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2011 from Robert RenoThe stress of the wedding planning is over and now it’s honeymoon time! This is the getaway college kids dream of. You can be the beach type or even the camping type. What makes the honeymoon the best is you & your husband are starting your new lives together. What better way to start it out ...
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