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- What We Can Learn from Living on an Island - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Neil TepperThere’s just something about an Island. Looking out from here, from this tiny speck of sand in the middle of the ocean – and from where I live, in Hawaii, the largest ocean on the planet - it’s easy to feel isolated. Way …… out …… here … In the middle of nowhere. Separated from everything ...
Views: 1397 - What Gets in the Way of Your Joy? - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Shelley Riutta"Joy is a net of love by which you can catch souls." Mother Teresa We all want to feel more Joy in our lives. It can be confusing and frustrating when you aren't experiencing the Joy you know you could be feeling. You can say to yourself "I want to feel better--I want to feel Joy--but I ...
Views: 960 - Caution! Word's Don't Disappear into Thin Air! - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Azriel WinnettTry an experiment. Start a conversation on any topic with your spouse or best friend. After you've been talking together for a few minutes, interject with something along the lines of: "Hey, what are you talking about? You're a real idiot!" Next, hasten to explain to your partner that of ...
Views: 2151 - Hey Doc, Where's the Compassion? - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Shannon NelsonBefore breaking my neck and becoming a quadriplegic in the Summer of 1995, I used to be a very active and independent person. At the age of 12, I proudly announced to my parents that I had gotten a job as a babysitter. At the time of my accident, I was a dental assistant. I had landed my dream ...
Views: 1320 - A Day That Changed My Life Forever - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Lordiel PalmerJune 22nd, 1993 … A day I will never forget. A day edged in my mind but continues to change with time. I was an RN working in critical care and I had decided to become a travel nurse and had only two weeks to go before my son Dishan, daughter Barbara-lee and myself would leave to start our ...
Views: 3309 - Unwitting Double Standards: The Bane of Human Relationships - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Azriel WinnettWhen the phone rang at the local drug store, the pharmacist was shaken to hear the booming voice of a very angry doctor on the line. The doctor demanded to know why the pharmacist had dispensed medication to his patient completely different to what he had prescribed. Just how careless can a ...
Views: 2138 - A Lesson in Letting Go and Letting God - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Jo LeonardAt the beginning of my kindergarten school year, the teacher handed out boxes of crayons. Old boxes were issued to my morning class while new boxes were given to the afternoon class. Because the supply of old boxes was about five students short, a handful of morning students was given new ...
Views: 1575(2 votes) - A Four-Letter Word - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2012 from Haim FactorA few years ago, after I met one of those helpful highway patrolmen on the road one too many times, I received an invitation in the mail to take a refresher, compulsory, driver's improvement course. Full of disdain, I indicated the date in my day timer (this was before the days of the PDA). I ...
Views: 1571 - Feeling Good About You is the Key to Success and Happiness - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Anne HartleyRecently a client told me that I was her role model for being a confident person. This set me to wondering as to how I became a confident person, what happened and when so I created a timeline where I went back to a time when I lacked confidence and found that was when I left school, many aeons ...
Views: 1152 - Defining Who We Are - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Robin HannonWho are we and how do we define ourselves? Are we simply the sum of all we do and accomplish? If asked to define ourselves most people will give a summary of their life’s work, accomplishments, and how they relate to others. For example, “I am a Doctor; I have a wife, and two children. My ...
Views: 6448(3 votes) - Why Did the Dog Cross the Road? - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Cheri AlguireIn ancient times, lessons were taught via stories told around the campfires at the end of the day. The wise elders would tell and retell fables that turned into modern stories such as "The Hare and the Tortoise" where the moral of "slow and steady wins the ...
Views: 2656 - Humility - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Dennis LawsonHumility , or being humble, is the defining characteristic of an unpretentious and modest person, someone who does not think that he or she is better or more important than others. Because the concept of humility addresses intrinsic self-worth, it is emphasized in the realm of religious practice ...
Views: 4211(1 vote) - If I Ran The Circus - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Denise JohnsonSo, here was my day. I started by entering 40 email addresses into my website's email program. Then I sent off an eye-catching, sounds amazing, geez-even-I-want-to sign-up email to my group of volleyball coaches from across the state. Then I skipped off to work with a spring in my step and a ...
Views: 1068 - 7 Steps to a Passionate, Authentic Life! - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Ron HuxleyDoes this article title turn you on? No, I don’t mean in that way. I mean does it stir something up inside you that makes you want to jump up and shout “YES!” You aren’t alone. We are all looking for that muse that can inspire more creative juices into our work and relationships. We all want to ...
Views: 1579 - Learning Life Lessons - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Alun JonesI've heard it said so many times that living on Earth is like going to school and, depending upon your spiritual beliefs, it actually is going to school: The school of life and learning. There are a lot of similarities between living our lives and going to school: - At school we have lots of ...
Views: 1046 - The Five Best Hero Lessons from My Hero Column - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Terri MarieI wrote a column called “Heroes Among Us” for the Orange County Register, Sun Post News for years. The stories focused on people who did heroic things, so that we may all learn from them. Every year I wrap up with the best hero lessons. From well over 100 hero lessons each year, the following ...
Views: 1365(2 votes) - Helpful Tips for Dealing with Recession Fatigue - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Kathy Jo PollackHas financial stress recently pushed you over the edge? Do you feel like you are getting hit from all sides? Are you looking for new ways to deal with the economic pressure? You are not alone. First, I am putting all the usual money talk aside. If you are feeling pressured to smile all the ...
Views: 2545(5 votes) - DIRECT COMMUNICATION - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Albert GauldenHave you ever had someone say something about you behind your back that was unkind? Better yet, did anyone say something to your face that made you angry but you said nothing? To tell the truth, what someone says to you that ruffles your feather won’t matter a whit five minutes or five years ...
Views: 736 - Learning Value In Our Story - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Rev. Sandy RodgersOftentimes the only obstacle blocking us from receiving of the vast abundance God has for us is accepting our ‘value and worth.’ Many have been led to deny their story, by hearing ‘keep your business to yourself’, or similar phrases. Or perhaps you discounted your feelings because you heard, ...
Views: 1587 - Spring-Clean Your Life - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Sheeba RiyasEver wondered how we keep adding more stuff into the gray matter between our ears each second and never really worry about how long it could hold it all in together? Yes, it is undeniably the most sophisticated storage system to be found in the Universe but we do need to leave room for better ...
Views: 1408 - Sitting - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Rev. Sandy Rodgers“Oh that’s stupid!!!” ‘You better get up and do something.’ The number of times I have said this to myself is beyond numbers. Even while meditating (ha ha) the thought would come ‘You don’t have time to be sitting still. Girl you dun lost your ever-loving mind!’ But SIT – I had to. Recently I ...
Views: 1305 - Look Within To Discover Who You Are - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Evelyn LimIs the person that you see in the mirror really who you are? Perhaps it is that you have been adopting a false front to hide your true self. Or it can be the case that you do not really know yourself deep down inside. You often see yourself through the lenses of others. You believe what they ...
Views: 1219(1 vote) - *** 10 Steps to Full Enlightenment - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Al Link and Pala CopelandWhen one who has been enlightened speaks, there are things he can say with relative certainty--as much certainty as is possible while still in a body in this world. There are other things he can say with considerable authority, but not with certainty. There are also things he would like to be ...
Views: 5051(2 votes) - Life Lessons - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2009 from Sandra Lee SchubertWe ought not to look back unless it is to derive useful lessons from past errors, and for the purpose of profiting by dear-brought experience. George Washington First president of US (1732 - 1799) The best lessons not only give us information but have us grow. We learn best when we are ...
Views: 1290 - Choking Dreams with Fear And Doubt - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Theresa-Maria Napa“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” – Eleanor Roosevelt Most people walk around with submerged dreams filled with fear and doubt. We all have dreams of something better: A better career, a better relationship, a better environment, a better lifestyle, a ...
Views: 1126 - Is it Possible to Stop a Wave in the Middle of its Break? - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Irit GezlerThe manifestation of reality begins with an idea or desire, continues with a plan and progresses with actions. Although we can't see or hear it, in the beginning of this idea formation, a mysterious voice emerges which reveals to the universe our plan, which immediately starts to recruit and ...
Views: 1428 - Learn from Everything That Comes Your Way - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Jahiel KamhiShe was a very quiet, modest, middle-aged lady. He was a young clergyman, probably in his early thirties, who was sitting beside her in the midtown doctor’s office. I was there in the same room, reading my book, hoping to kill time while waiting to see my practitioner. I’ll admit my crime: I ...
Views: 1038 - Is it Disgusting, or a Moment for Compassion? - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Uzi WeingartenI was driving with Eric to a local department store, when he noticed a man standing on the sidewalk near the parking lot and urinating. “Oh my God,” Eric blurted out, “this is disgusting, this is terrible!” Eric, who knew I teach Communicating with Compassion with me, turned to me and said, ...
Views: 1049 - A Day in the Life of a Conscious Woman - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from SUZANNE MOLINO SINGLETONWhat does it mean to be a conscious human being? This isn’t exactly the opposite of being unconscious as in BAM! - someone knocks you out - but almost. The best parallel I can think of is kids - such oblivious little mortals. They will step on your foot without knowing it, butt in front of you ...
Views: 2072(2 votes) - Your Money Relationship - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Carrie Fleharty"I don't deserve to earn more money." "Money is the root of all evil." "Rich people are greedy" "Having and earning a lot of money isn't spiritual." "Money is power, and power corrupts." "It's better to give than to receive." "Wanting to have a lot of money is selfish." "There's never enough ...
Views: 1016 - The Snag in Your Sweater and the Ringtone You Hate: How Pesky Little Things Can Add Up to Big Roadblocks - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Samantha BennettWhile a lot of the coaching I do is about encouraging people to spend at least 15 minutes per day on the creative work that makes them happy, this bit is about attending to all those dumb, pesky details that can make your world feel like a dumb, pesky place to be. For example, let's take my ...
Views: 1289(1 vote) - Love is our Natural State - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Jim BrittWe all have moments when everything we do seems to work. It is during these times that great insights occur. We feel abundant, happy and trusting of life. We are refreshingly stilled inside, our usual nagging “chatter” is quiet, and our energy flow is profoundly open. In this state we are able ...
Views: 1509 - A Prayer for the Capable - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Samantha BennettA PRAYER FOR THE CAPABLE And as you stand there On time and Appropriately clad for the event With a high-fiber bar in your bag And extra pens Let us take this moment to applaud you. You, the prepared. You, the accomplished. You, the bills-paid-on-time and the-taxes-done-in-March. You, who ...
Views: 1697 - Marching Forward, Lessons of Living by Faith - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Bill WhiteWith each new year we re-adjust our course and set new goals. These goals, born in winter, are set forth in hopes of a spring bloom. As winter gives way to the early signs of spring, we see the budding trees and the days growing longer, little by little. It’s at this time that we often realize ...
Views: 2008 - Do You Remember Your Life's Purpose? - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2009 from Zoe RouthI've spent a lot of my life sleeping in the great outdoors - in tents, under plastic sheets, on the side of the road, under a zillion stars. This past weekend I was out in the wilderness again with rain strumming a delightful tune on our tent. It carried me back to my fledgling days as leader ...
Views: 943 - Release Your Past for an Empowered Future - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Evelyn LimWe are often told not to hold on to the past if we want to embrace a brighter future. After all, the past is already in the past and there is nothing we can do about it. This view is mostly correct. However, if there are patterns in the past that have been keeping you stuck, it is a good idea ...
Views: 1368(1 vote) - I Can’t Decide - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2009 from Stephen MartileI knew I wanted to quit my job for over a year, but I did nothing about it. Why? Because I was afraid, I was scared what might happen if my business was a failure. The fear of failure kept me paralyzed for over a year. I Can’t Decide The words, “I can’t” are the most paralyzing in the ...
Views: 1456 - Five Ways to See the Big Picture - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2009 from Laurel VespiWhile it's easy to get stuck in the details of our lives, it's important to step back and remind yourself about what is truly important. Here are 5 ways to see the big picture in your life: 1. Take inventory. Use an informal tool to take inventory of where you are right now in your life. ...
Views: 1638 - How Your Left Arm Can Be the Key to Winning - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2009 from Laurel VespiA few years ago I was running in the Venice Italy Marathon. My husband, who is a far better runner than I'll ever be, was light years ahead of me and I was focused on being able to complete the race on my own. I had done the training. This wasn't my first marathon and I was looking forward to ...
Views: 738 - Stop Missing Opportunities - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2009 from Patrice EvansHave you ever wondered why some people get all the breaks and always seem to be in the right place at the right time? Have you ever thought that it should have been you? Do you think you are missing out on opportunities and not living the life you should be? Every day opportunities are ...
Views: 2873 - The Magic of Synchronicity - It's All Around You - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2009 from Dawn McIntyresyn•chro•nic•i•ty (s?ng'kr?-n?s'?-t?, s?n'-) n. pl. syn•chro•nic•i•ties 1. Coincidence of events that seem to be meaningfully related, conceived in Jungian theory as an explanatory principle on the same order as causality. 2. The experience of two or more events which are causally ...
Views: 3369(1 vote) - Change Your Point of View to Serve You - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2009 from james liuWe got into one of those silly secession conversations the other day. A gentleman was saying that New Hampshire didn't agree with the way that the Federal government was assuming that it was the omnipotent power and it could dictate to all the states and all the people—when in fact, we are, and ...
Views: 1276 - What's Your Problem? - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2009 from Linda BinnsHave you ever had the experience where you spent a lot of time focusing on and trying to resolve a particular problem, only to find that it wasn’t really the problem? In more than 11 years of working with clients, I can say that in every case, what they think is the problem is never really the ...
Views: 1654 - Are you a Problem-Keeper or an Answer-Seeker? - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2012 from Vickie ChampionNo one, regardless of class, profession, or location, can say that the current financial crisis is not having an impact on them. Yet, when I say to people that we need to repair our relationships with money first, they just look a bit uncomfortable and shrug their shoulders. A while back, an ...
Views: 1123 - Trust and Uncertainty: Life Lessons from Nature - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2009 from Dr. Mary Beth FordUncertainty is a predicament of life. The same questions continue to haunt us. How can we live in this uncertain world without fear? How can we approach times of uncertainty with trust? We leave nothing to chance. Chance is the enemy. But fear also eliminates opportunity for growth and ...
Views: 4886(5 votes) - Get Going! A Lesson About Life and Lemons - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2009 from Keith CallisterLemons and Lemonade There are a great number of people out there who seem to just walk around feeling badly about everything around them, yet offering nothing to help solve the problem, most of us recognize these folks as complainers, and when faced with a complainer we do the obvious thing, we ...
Views: 2721 - Don’t Be Discouraged: The Story is Not Over Yet - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2011 from S. Evette GardnerWhat is the purpose of Life? There is no answer to this question when it is intended in the great cosmic sense - as in why does Life exist? Or where does Life come from? Life has no reason for being. It is beyond all justifications. Life simply Is and that is all. There can be no arguing this ...
Views: 1258(1 vote) - ***Networking As Healing - Part 3 - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2009 from Daniel BenorThe Doctor-Healer Network - North America (DHN-NA), scattered geographically across the US and Canada, meets for monthly two-hour telephone conference calls. In the DHN-UK, participants are a mix of doctors who are healers and doctors who work together with healers. In the DHN-NA all ...
Views: 1386 - ***Networking As Healing - Part 1. - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2009 from Daniel BenorNetworking is often seen to be an activity that promotes the sharing of ideas, activities and sales of products and services. Looking at the concept of networking as energy, networking is an energy exchange. It may be conducted with altruistic or business motives. The altruistic or business ...
Views: 1124 - ***Networking As Healing - Part 2. - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2009 from Daniel BenorThe Council for Healing (CfH) The CfH is a non-profit North American organization including representatives from diverse healing modalities. The Council is a hub for sharing healing experiences, training and wisdom that crosses the boundaries of professional training. Too often, caregivers are ...
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