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- Insights & Strategies For Writing From Your Heart - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Jeanne RipleyWe all need inspiration, wait to be inspired. In my experience, it does not arise spontaneously. It demands that we take personal responsibility for finding resources such as counselors, books, workshops, energy workers and self-help groups. It takes strength, openness, willingness and patience ...
Views: 1150 - Inspiration - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from Melanie EathertonIts funny where you find inspiration. I have the honor of working with the elderly every day. I am amazed at some of these men and women when I see their age and what they are capable of. Today I had a woman that was 87 years old. She came in for her mammogram like she does every single year. ...
Views: 1031 - Inspiration - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Inspiration comes to us in many forms. It could be a person, people, a song, a painting, something written, a play, or words spoken. We always remember those that inspire us. I truly believe that people come into your life for a reason. One person’s way of life can be so inspiring to ...
Views: 1556 - Inspiration - How Do You Get it? - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2011 from Anthony CarterWhen you are inspired you find it easy to do the most demanding tasks. You can plow throw your work load and hit your goals, no matter how difficult that work happens to be. But then there are other times when you lack the motivation that you need to get going. Here are some tips for gaining ...
Views: 1032 - Inspiration and Motivational Ideas - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2010 from Aurelia FloresWhat is inspirational and motivating is different for everyone. What we need may shift from moment to moment, but it helps us to build up our toolbox of ideas to keep us going, and so we have the right thing to pull out when we need it. Our Powerful Latina interviewees have suggested many ...
Views: 1032 - Inspiration is Nowhere - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from John AOVDear High Achiever: OH, MY APOLOGIES. Since this weekly FYI is intended to mean For Your Inspiration as well as Information, did you think that I had a pretty outrageous typo in the headline of today’s message? Or did you recognize this version of a challenge we’ve put forth in this Ezine from ...
Views: 1068 - Inspiration to Perspiration - Turn an Experience into a Product - by Submitted on May 31, 2012 from DK ChristiInspiration to Publication – A Ghostly Experience by D. K. Christi Ghost Orchid, published by L & L Dreamspell in September 2009, is a case study in taking an inspiration to publication. Authors often respond to the question: Where do you get your inspiration? There are a plethora of ...
Views: 860 - Inspirational Stories For Everyone - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraInspirational stories have always been one way of spreading values around since it allows us to learn and be aware of various values while at the same time having fun and enjoying listening and reading. Stories had played a great part in our lives because we learn from them especially if they ...
Views: 2619 - Inspirational Storytelling - Motivational Speech Training - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2012 from Doug StevensonDo you want to inspire people? Do you have a burning desire to share your life experiences and tell your stories so that other people can benefit? If so, there are a number of things to consider when writing an inspiring speech. This last summer I was inspired by what I witnessed at the ...
Views: 9762 - Inspire Others to Achieve Their Dream - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraIs there someone who inspires you—or do you think you could be an inspiration for some? Allowing yourself to be a role model or for others to follow you can be a noble calling. Being great and successful at what you do feel good; but it is even more thrilling if you inspire others to achieve ...
Views: 910 - Inspired Living - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2009 from Elizabeth ManuelThe word entheos is the root word for enthusiasm and means “in spirit”. When we are filled with the spark of enthusiasm, we are literally filled with our true essence and this is why we feel so alive and energetic. I urge you to make a list right now of the things that make your heart sing. What ...
Views: 1194 - Inspiring An Attitude Of Adventure Helps You Through Difficulties In Life - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2017 from Cynthia Ann LeightonDo you have people you admire? I do. People I admire inspire me to become better. In fact, I’ve observed that much of life is often in the modeling of small things. Even modeling WITHIN ME works! When I’m modeling for myself what I need to do to move forward, it gets done even on ...
Views: 1041 - Inspiring Story Of Gattem Venkatesh - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2020 from Anu BhardwajGattem Venkatesh – A Micro Artist Gattem Venkatesh, a young talented artist was born on 28th May, 1996 in Chinadoddigallu village in Andhra Pradesh. When he was a child, He used to visit artesian near his place. He used to ask a new question every time about their craft. These were the artist ...
Views: 667 - Intention is Not Enough - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Laurie Dupar“When you take a small purposeful step each day, great things can happen.” Every January I get excited to come up with goals for the New Year. I’m a good goal setter. I see it as a way to challenge myself and keep things interesting. A bit like playing a game and figuring out which hoops I ...
Views: 2855 - Internal Guidance System Transforms Procrastination to Inspired Action - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2013 from Sharon BallantineI admit it—I procrastinate. In fact, I seem to have elevated procrastination to an art form. It seems to rule my life at the moment. It made me wonder about inspired action, but as I began to really think about and analyze my apparent paralysis I started to realize some things. Perhaps my ...
Views: 1646 - Introducing... Star Wars mindfulness! - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2017 from Andy KayLike any other pre-90’s kid with a beating heart, I love the classic Star Wars mythology. Now, with the obvious out of the way, you’re probably wondering what Star Wars mindfulness is all about. In fact, how are the two things related at all? If nothing else, you’ve at least heard of Star ...
Views: 1653 - Invincible Inspiration - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Kate FuentesMy family and I love to watch movies together and we especially enjoy watching our favorites repeatedly. Invincible, the true story about Vince Papale’s inconceivable rise to become a professional football player is one of our top five. We have played that DVD countless times but tonight prior ...
Views: 1001 - Is a Bluetooth module a processor? Which is the best Bluetooth module? - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2022 from Lucas HarryBluetooth is a wireless technology that enables devices to communicate with each other. It can be used for many different purposes, from connecting two computers together or pairing your smartphone with an external speaker or headset. The main difference between Bluetooth and WiFi is that WiFi ...
Views: 463 - Is a Woman Flying That Jet? - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2009 from Nina AndersonCaptain “Sully” became everyone’s hero when he landed in the Hudson River. Supposed there was a woman at the controls – would the outcome have been the same? Not too long ago, a woman pilot set her corporate jet down safely on a runway after hitting a glider who was not communicating with air ...
Views: 1887 - Is Goodness Really Our Basic Nature? - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2010 from Dr Russell RazzaqueThere has been a mushrooming growth in positive thinking and affirmation based psychology in recent years. We have been taught to appreciate the goodness both within ourselves and within others. It's all about gratitude. But the question of our true nature is still one that lingers in the mind. ...
Views: 933 - Is It Too Late to Change Careers in Your 30s? - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2021 from Lora YoungOur 20s is usually the time perceived as a period when most people conclude their education and to start establishing roots in their chosen career path. By the age of 30, people are often expected to be dedicating their energy into advancing their career even deeper. It’s not uncommon for people ...
Views: 495 - Is it worth buying .edu email in 2021? - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2021 from marko phillipsWhen you are enrolled in any college or university, they give you your student ID along with the university email address. You have to use that email to submit your assignments and take part in day-to-day university activity. But the student emails are not limited to that. Student life is ...
Views: 626 - IS READING NEWSPAPERS DAILY STILL A GOOD HABIT? - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2020 from Saurabh GuptaReading newspapers is still recommended in many schools across the world for students to increase their reading and comprehension skills. It is also suggested as a method to increase current affairs knowledge, stay informed about the world and the country and form the foundation for new ideas to ...
Views: 675 - Is There a Hereafter - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2011 from jesse wadeIs there a here-after? Danged if I know! Of course; we can hope, pine, crave, desire, want, need, hanker, fancy, itch, burn, and go hell-bent for a here-after, but no-one can prove, or disprove such a place exists. The only “possible truth” I’m certain of is that my “present” is the “here-after” ...
Views: 1190 - Is There Really Happiness Over The Rainbow? - by Submitted on May 01, 2015 from JAMES MAIOHOIs there really happiness over the rainbow? What’s so special about that place over the rainbow? What’s so wrong with Kansas? Is Glenda, the Good Witch really any more special than Auntie Em’? Are the scarecrow and the tin man any better than the farm hands whom so adoringly care for ...
Views: 1180 - Is There Really Happiness Over The Rainbow? - by Submitted on May 01, 2015 from JAMES MAIOHOIs there really happiness over the rainbow? What’s so special about that place over the rainbow? What’s so wrong with Kansas? Is Glenda, the Good Witch really any more special than Auntie Em’? Are the scarecrow and the tin man any better than the farm hands whom so adoringly care for ...
Views: 1339 - Is There Really Happiness Over The Rainbow? - by Submitted on May 01, 2015 from JAMES MAIOHOIs there really happiness over the rainbow? What’s so special about that place over the rainbow? What’s so wrong with Kansas? Is Glenda, the Good Witch really any more special than Auntie Em’? Are the scarecrow and the tin man any better than the farm hands whom so adoringly care for ...
Views: 1311 - Is There Really Happiness Over The Rainbow? - by Submitted on May 01, 2015 from JAMES MAIOHOIs there really happiness over the rainbow? What’s so special about that place over the rainbow? What’s so wrong with Kansas? Is Glenda, the Good Witch really any more special than Auntie Em’? Are the scarecrow and the tin man any better than the farm hands whom so adoringly care for ...
Views: 1316 - Is There Really Happiness Over The Rainbow? - by Submitted on May 01, 2015 from JAMES MAIOHOIs there really happiness over the rainbow? What’s so special about that place over the rainbow? What’s so wrong with Kansas? Is Glenda, the Good Witch really any more special than Auntie Em’? Are the scarecrow and the tin man any better than the farm hands whom so adoringly care for ...
Views: 1316 - Is Your Closet on "Overload?" - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2018 from Pat HeydlauffIs your closet out of control? Do you still have clothes you wore to your daughter’s wedding or your son’s college graduation; or perhaps your own wedding or graduation? Is your closet bursting at the seams and trying to get your attention by hanging rods falling (clothes and all) or your ...
Views: 1186 - Is Your Time Well Spent? - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from Dawn BarclayHow do you feel about the number 86,400 (if anything)? It’s an important number however many of us complain that we don’t have enough of what the number is made up of. You have already used it, reading this far, we're talking about time. If time were money, would you waste and fritter away ...
Views: 1034 - IT IS NOT WHAT YOU SAY BUT HOW YOU SAY IT, THAT MAKES ALL THE DIFFERENCE! - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2012 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieWhat do Helen Keller, a blind boy and you have in common? In common – means things that are the same or similar – things we share. We share this great universe and we are all human beings. If you are able to read this you have your physical sight, while the blind boy and Helen Keller did not ...
Views: 1678 - It's a Long Way to the Top - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2021 from Tim Rhode“Ridin' down the highway Goin' to a show Stop in all the byways Playin' rock 'n' roll Gettin' robbed Gettin' stoned Gettin' beat up Broken-boned Gettin' had Gettin' took I tell you, folks It's harder than it looks It's a long way to the top if you wanna rock 'n' roll It's a long way ...
Views: 638 - It's A Wonder - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2008 from Arthur LevineIt is a wonder that with all the obstacles we have faced that we have survived and prospered. It must be something in the genes that the founders of our Nation supplied us with. It must be something in the immigrant’s journey to freedom. It must be the good fortune that we have inherited ...
Views: 1017 - It's All About Attitude! - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Annette ColbyHave you heard the phrase "attitude is everything"? Indeed, your attitude determines the quality of your life. Your attitude can have a great impact on your level of success, including how you deal with challenges and obstacles. It's your attitude that determines the path you take as well as ...
Views: 2554 - It's All Perspective: Enhance Your Life with a Slight Change in Thought - by Submitted on May 28, 2012 from Carrie SabaAre you a “glass half full” person or a “glass half empty” person? Seriously, I want you to think about that question? When something happens in your life that is challenging or throws you for a loop, are you one to go immediately to the worst scenario and see the negative or do you realize the ...
Views: 1232 - It's Better to Be Different than It Is to Be Better - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Jeff BealsFrom an outsider's perspective, she was leading the ideal life. She made the Dean's List in law school and was in her tenth year practicing at a respected firm in the middle of Toronto's bustling financial district. If that wasn't enough, she had four beautiful daughters, a rich personality ...
Views: 985 - It's good to have a plan...no? - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2012 from Lena ChenAs a Virgo (well known to be perfectionists and way too fussy!), I used to have the need to plan every single aspect of my life, and I did - right down to the extent where I would decide which route to take from point A to point B to save the most time ("...down the stairs and turn right, or ...
Views: 2537 - It's OK to Feel Bad - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Lola JonesYou can always count on this cowgirl to tell it to you straight. Alright, I just have to say it. The popular personal and spiritual development movement has given us the erroneous expectation that one day we'll get to a place where we never, ever again have to feel bad..... that one day we ...
Views: 1865 - It's Okay to Feel Afraid - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2012 from Jodi ChapmanOftentimes, when we take a leap and step into the life that we feel we are meant to live, we feel afraid and unsure and unsettled. We wonder if we have made the right choice. We look around us, and it seems that everyone else is confident and entirely sure of themselves and their choices. And ...
Views: 1418 - It's Valentine's Day - Remember the Love - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2009 from Veronica HayMy favorite day of the year has always been Valentine's Day. It didn't matter if I was alone on that day or not, I still adored it. Valentine's day for me is a celebration of love, love in its many forms, romantic love between a man and a woman, the never-ending love of family and dear friends, ...
Views: 915 - It’s a Beautiful Day. Don’t Miss It! - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsSpring inspires creativity and thinking outside the box. For gardeners, Mother’s Day heralds the planting season symbolizing the cycle of life and new possibilities. It is a bittersweet time as some things have died in the garden; similarly some people have died in our lives. But even at the ...
Views: 532 - It’s All About ‘Tude - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2022 from Noelle NelsonI was having a pity party the day before a Ballroom Dance Competition. It was hot, I was tired, my legs were sore, we hadn’t rehearsed enough, I’d never remember all my steps, and on and on. I was being such a grump even my dogs were avoiding me. Fine. I can take a hint. I settled on the ...
Views: 578 - It’s Never Too Late to Get into Shape! - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2013 from David HalverIf you’re a Baby Boomer… hopefully this will inspire you to make some positive changes in your life; changes that may seem impossible if you aren’t in shape or are overweight. But the fact is, it’s far easier than you may think to get back into shape… and not just a slight improvement, but to ...
Views: 1550 - It’s not DISABILITY; it’s THIS ABILITY - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2012 from Ogwo EmenikeI stood in amazement as I watched the 33-year old Nigerian athlete, Yakubu Adesokan, break the world record in the ongoing 2012 London Paralympics in the 48 category by lifting 178kg, which is over three times his body weight. What astonished me most was that he achieved what his able-bodied ...
Views: 1945 - Jealous husbands and the parrot who talked too much. 7 powerful lessons on love, anger, jealously and living life without regret! - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2012 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieTHE DAYS AND NIGHTS SO FAR Story 7 by Queen Shahrazad – This story was told by King Yunan to his evil Wezir (Vizier) as a reminder that if we do things when angry we may live to regret those actions. King Yunan could only see gratitude for the sage of Duban who had cured him of leprosy and ...
Views: 4328 - Jeppiaar Engineering College: Institution of Academic Excellence in Technology and Management Education - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2019 from Layla JaydenJeppiaar Engineering College has an explicit mission of preparing its students for higher education to enrich them with the practical skills necessary to excel as future professionals and entrepreneurs for the benefit of Nation’s economy and lifelong learning, .i.e. equip them with values, ...
Views: 751 - Jeremy Lin: A True Underdog Story - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2012 from Cory CouillardA new, unexpected hero in the NBA has redefined the term superstar. Jeremy Lin of the New York Knicks has become an intercultural and intercontinental sensation nearly overnight. He is a powerful testimony that the combination of passion, unrelenting work ethic and an incredible level of ...
Views: 2374 - Jesus Meets Muhammad (Part Three): "Conversations, a Discussion” between Jesus and Muhammad - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: Jesus Meets Muhammad (Part Three): "Conversations, a Discussion” between Jesus and Muhammad Key words (tags): Islam, Christianity, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Muhammad, Muhammed, faiths, unity of religions, spiritual growth Web site: http://jesusmeetsmuhammad.wordpress.com/ and ...
Views: 1789 - Jobs worth? A tribute to Steve Jobs - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2011 from Mark EyreIt isn't often that I write a tribute to someone who has died, but I found that I was affected by the sad death of Steve Jobs. Death sometimes has that impact on me, particularly if it was someone I saw as brilliant. Michael Jackson was the last occasion where this happened. But it is ...
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