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- The Billions of Dollars Surgery Hoax - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2013 from Sonny JuliusToday the billions of dollars spent on surgery is a real hoax. Many times a person’s illness can be solved without surgery. So many unnecessary surgeries have even been called an epidemic. Many surgeries have even maimed or killed patients. There have been stories of doctors even mistakenly ...
Views: 1367 - What is a Self Fulfilling Prophecy - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from cedric riceI have used this term in many of the articles that I have written because I tend to write on self improvement issues and this term can be used to explain many of the causes of the circumstances that we sometimes find ourselves in. This term can refer to good as well as bad issues of life but ...
Views: 1367 - Animal Kingdom - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2011 from Kim BucklerThe Animal Kingdom This morning at the end of my meditation I was asked to share the following: 2 of my favorite books are: Animal Speak and Animal Wise by Ted Andrews. Over the last few years I have enjoyed so many meetings with the birds and land animals. We forget to stop to listen to ...
Views: 1366 - Personal Choices - Shifting Focus - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Linney ElderWe’ve all been through a dark night of the soul at some point in our lives. Wallowing in self-pity, feeling abandoned, betrayed, let down, filled with anger at the unjustness of life in general. It’s not a good place to be, or a good feeling….in fact, it can make you feel physically ill and ...
Views: 1366(4 votes) - Practical Spirituality and the Season of Lights - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2010 from John GilmoreIt is almost winter again. December is the last month of the year when most of the Season of Lights Festivals are celebrated. These festivals celebrate the fact that the light only begins to return to its full strength again when the seasons are darkest, the night is the longest, and the ...
Views: 1366 - Who Controls Your Joy? - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2016 from Alexis Marie ChuteThe song lyrics in “Joy to the World” and “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” say it all. Christmas is meant to be a season of cheer and happiness. Funnily enough, though, we women sometimes look for this feeling of joy in all the wrong places. Who else has a mental checklist that ...
Views: 1366 - Great Britain? Welcome to Egocentric UK - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2015 from Christopher EvansAnne Leitrim’s mummified remains were recently found at her home in Bournemouth, Dorset. The 58 year old former neonatal nurse had been laid beside her bed for 7 years. Neighbours said they believed she had moved away, this despite her windows being left open. She was only found after bailiffs ...
Views: 1365 - “Resistance Is Futile” – Life Lessons From Star Trek? - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2008 from Linda BinnsI confess, I used to watch Star Trek! Not that I’m a “Trekkie” by any means, but I did used to find the show interesting. My favorite character was Mr. Data – he always seemed to be the one to get them out of trouble, probably because he knew everything! If you’ve ever watched the show at all, ...
Views: 1365(1 vote) - Bogra - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2012 from Habib MondleBogra is a city of Bangladesh. It is stand in korotoa river. Bogra is a one of the oldest towns in northern Bangladesh. It is a centre of commerce and trade within the Bogra district and located under the Rajshahe Devision.It has some entertainment palace .It has a national cricket ...
Views: 1364 - Expectations....what are you asking for? - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2010 from Maria PortasSo it was New Year’s Eve, and family and friends together sharing what they wanted for 2010. So round the table we went, and I was very surprised to hear what people were asking for. It started with “In 2010 I would like to handle all the pressures thrown at me and cope better than I did in ...
Views: 1364(1 vote) - Five Easy Money Management Tips for Millennials - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2018 from Natalie ThongritIs your financial future looking a little bleak? You’re not alone. Many millennials are currently struggling to pay their bills and afford daily necessities, and only slightly more than half are saving for retirement. Of course, it doesn’t help that the majority of us entered the workforce ...
Views: 1363 - How To Make A Good Impression In Appointment Setting - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2012 from Belinda SummersMeeting face-to-face is one of the qualities of a good appointment setting campaign. Yes, that may sound simple enough, but you have to remember that meeting them can be very daunting. You basically have only a few seconds to impress them, so you have to make it count. It would be a waste of ...
Views: 1363 - A Window Left Open for Forgiveness - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2014 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Sometimes, when you hear devastating news about someone you love, you know what you feel in your heart, but the right words don’t come forth or they just don’t sound right or the wrong words are spoken. If this happens, don’t despair. It is not a relationship that is now lost. Look at it as ...
Views: 1362 - Are You Living On Purpose (Issue 3) - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from Darshan ShantiHave you found what you're truly passionate about? If not, have you at least taken steps in that direction? If you haven't, this issue will support you in doing that and getting at least one step closer to living the life of your dreams and living on purpose. When I think about my ...
Views: 1362(2 votes) - Coaches on the Edge ask: It’s 10 PM. Do you know where your funny bone is? - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2009 from elizabeth cassidy & Laurie Lawson Coaches on the Edgeelizabeth: As a life coach, I do ask my clients if they are open minded enough to ask the universe questions before they go to sleep at night. I tell them at night their brains are quieter and the grey matter can regroup and consider their requests. Throw in a little intuitive dance and with ...
Views: 1362(4 votes) - Stair Carpet Ideas - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanApparently, the staircase had not been built on site and was designed without a center support or stringer. This left the hardwood guy scratching his head, struggling to find a way to install the new treads. He eventually figured it out, but a job that was estimated to take 3 days, actually took ...
Views: 1362 - 7 Steps to Regret Free Decisions - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2015 from Janet PfeifferWe're all faced with making hundreds if not thousands of decisions each day. From choosing the time I get up to what I want to wear, whether I should have breakfast or not, how I'm going to spend my day, or what my attitude will look like - we make choices from morning till night that impact the ...
Views: 1361 - Learning to Love Yourself - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2015 from lennox cadoreIf we give our children sound self-love, they will be able to deal with whatever life puts before them. bell hooks Growing up, like many other young people, I wanted to be accepted by my peer groups. I played sports, hung out and did all the things a young person would do to be accepted by ...
Views: 1361 - Saying Goodbye So You Can Say Hello - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2012 from Jodi ChapmanSometimes in life we have to make tough choices if we want to grow and live the life we know we are meant to live. We may have to give up a part of ourselves that we have grown comfortable with, even if we know that it isn't the self we want to bring on our journey. I was watching Peter ...
Views: 1361(1 vote) - Many laws that are time and location dependent - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2012 from Carl Tuchy PalmieriLAWS Law and order exist for the purpose of establishing justice and when they fail in this purpose they become the dangerously structured dams that block the flow of social progress. —Martin Luther King, Jr. When each citizen submits himself to the authority of law he does not thereby ...
Views: 1360(1 vote) - The Ultimate Gift; Choosing How You Feel - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2013 from Layne SchmidtI grew up hearing that moods were something that came from God. I’m not sure how anyone came to that conclusion but that was what was passed down to me. Something, somewhere along the line got interpreted into the idea of a heavy or dark mood was a “gift” that you needed to go through in order ...
Views: 1360(2 votes) - When Have You Decided to Die? - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from Keith Varnum“Each of you has already decided when you’re going to die?” A few in the audience gasp with astonishment. Several others laugh with derision—and a little nervous apprehension that the speaker might be right. Many squirm uncomfortably in their seats. And several folks dramatically bolt from ...
Views: 1360 - Where Did My Breakthrough Go?? Understanding (and Outlasting) the 'Bounce-Back' Effect - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2012 from Rob BrooklerThere's an energy dynamic common to personal healing and growth that's easy to misinterpret. It's part of the natural momentum of the healing and pattern-breaking process that can, however, lead us to believe we've relapsed when in fact we're nearer than ever to completion. If you've ever had ...
Views: 1359(7 votes) - Your Beliefs Create Your Results - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Sean McCarthyThe roots create the fruits. That which you sow, you will grow. A seed grows a complete root system before it ever breaks through the soil surface. Now if you planted bean seeds when you really wanted an apple tree and apples, then you will experience a very different result than what you ...
Views: 1359 - Committing - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2012 from Pam GuthrieWhat are you committed to? Your partner and family? Your neighborhood? Your job? When you think of being committed to something, what does that mean to you? How do you feel when you think of your commitments? Light and joyful? In line with your purpose? Heavy and dark, resentful? What ...
Views: 1358 - Creating the New Year with Intention - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2010 from Mike RobbinsAs we embark on another new year of life, I find myself experiencing a mixture of emotions about 2010. I’m excited about the possibilities of this New Year and inspired by the energy of creation that exists at this special time. Similar to last week, there is a magical quality to this first ...
Views: 1358(1 vote) - Cultivating True Beauty - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2015 from Barry HammerCultivating True Beauty DR. BARRY HAMMER Material products should be infused with a “living” energy presence of true beauty, creative inspiration, and insight into the deeper core aspects of reality; otherwise, if material products lack true vitality or experiential depth of being, ...
Views: 1358 - Custom Home Design – Important Floor Plan Considerations by Design Alternatives - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from Tu bepDuring the development of your custom home design, there are numerous floor plan features that should be considered. Maximizing the enjoyment of your custom home can be accomplished by devoting ample thought to key areas of the overall floor plan. Areas of consideration for your custom home ...
Views: 1358 - Facing Fear Of Death - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2019 from Karen ScheelApprehension filled the air as nine of us stood by the river’s edge. Under normal conditions this river was fast and choked with boulders, plunging downhill at an average gradient of 110 feet per mile and was known for being complex and physically demanding. Our adrenaline was in full flow, ...
Views: 1358 - Finding a Milwaukee Chiropractor- Tips About Safety, Licence, Payment, and Convenience - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2012 from Dr Tom PotiskMilwaukee chiropractors are skilled doctors at relieving pain and enhancing wellness; but not all are the same. 1) Milwaukee is a family friendly community. Research reveals that most chiropractic patients are very satisfied with the care they receive from their DC; as a result you may likely ...
Views: 1358 - Leadership Olympics…Can you bring home the Gold? - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2010 from Karen PhillipsWith all the excitement of the 2010 Vancouver Olympic Games taking place, I was just wondering…if we held an Olympics for leaders, based on personal characteristics and traits, could you bring home the GOLD? I define a leader as anyone who is in the position to guide, oversee, direct, or ...
Views: 1358(7 votes) - Illuminating Unconditional Love - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2013 from Harold BeckerTo help us come to a better understanding and practical realization of unconditional love in our everyday life, let’s reflect on both words unconditional and love. Most of us believe we understand or at least acknowledge what we think love is. Yet when we add the unconditional aspect to love, it ...
Views: 1357 - The Secret Formula of Life - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2015 from Melissa HeislerI learned from a sweet little movie called About Time a very powerful message about to find happiness in our lives. The story is about a family with the ability to travel back in time. On the son’s 21st birthday, he is told about the power and how to use it. For the first half of the movie, this ...
Views: 1357 - ***Exercise: The price we must pay for food and health - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2009 from Randy WysongThe benefits of exercise are myriad. It makes us feel good, burns excess body fat, grows and maintains muscle, strengthens bones and joints, helps flexibility, deepens sleep, improves appearance, creates a high, provides goals to achieve, lifts depression, relieves stress, increases self esteem, ...
Views: 1356 - Creating Fun - An American Gothic Vacation - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Jeannette KoczelaWe working entrepreneurs need to remember to take some time off and do something fun. You don't even have to go far to find fun. It can be something close by that you never had time to explore. Recently, my mother-in-law came to visit for 5 days and I wanted to make it memorable for both her ...
Views: 1356 - Discovering nature’s orderliness—within human consciousness - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Kevin BlairI am sitting by the ocean here in South Carolina for a much-needed break in the action. I am re-discovering the order in nature. It is so restful, so regenerating. Watching the ebb and flow got me thinking about the poem, “The Idea of Order at Key West,” by Wallace Stevens where he mentions “the ...
Views: 1356(1 vote) - Friends - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2011 from Michelle GottliebHave you noticed that when you were in school, all of your friends were about your age? When you became part of a couple, most of your friends were also part of a couple? When you became a parent, most of your friends also were parents? We tend to have friends that are at the same stage of life ...
Views: 1356(1 vote) - Music Shapes our Psyche: “Time, truth, heart” - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2011 from Carter LeeChristian, my stepson, is quite young, just nine now. Particularly for his age, he has a very eclectic taste in music. He constantly brags about how he loves that he has learned so much about music. But it is we that have learned so much about music. Music is one part of the glue that bonds ...
Views: 1356 - Discover How Easily You Can Achieve Goals in Life! - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2012 from Gary DalyA lot of the time people think to achieve goals in life, people think that they need to start chasing the latest “shiny penny”! They feel that if they don’t have the latest and greatest gadget that they are somehow slipping behind the rest of the world. With new technology evolving so quickly, ...
Views: 1355(1 vote) - What is an Ethical Will Or Legacy Letter? - by Submitted on May 19, 2010 from Beth SandersEthical wills are a way to share your love with family and close friends. Think of an ethical will as a heartfelt letter or legacy letter describing what truly matters most in your life. An ethical will passes on life lessons, values, joys, prayers, hopes and dreams for present and future ...
Views: 1355(5 votes) - Worry Yourself to a Perfect Outcome - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2012 from Eric SolomonDo you know you could be consciously worrying yourself into bankruptcy? Or ill health? Or an unhappy family life? Or even worse? 18th Century British statesman, Charles James Fox, was notorious for his support of the French Revolution (that is, until it became clear that Napoleon was planning ...
Views: 1355 - Caring for Your Classic Cars - by Submitted on May 02, 2012 from John Arthur ThomasSpice Girl's Posh, Victoria Beckham, stood beside a posh SUV as Range Rover Evoque Special Edition made a global debut in Beijing, China. Made with the finest quality materials and craftsmanship, this limited edition, with only 200 vehicles to be released worldwide, is a collaboration of ...
Views: 1354 - Got Choices? Get Answers! - by Submitted on May 13, 2011 from Rev. Anne Presuel"I don't know what to do!" I overheard this statement as I walked back into the auditorium at the event I was attending. Two women were behind me discussing a coaching program that was being offered at the event. I could still hear them talking. "What are you going to do?" one ...
Views: 1354 - Intentions in Life - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2013 from Vinod AnandIntentions in Life (Vinod Anand) Much is said and written about how important intention is to our lives, but there is a whole lot of confusion around that word. A working definition of intention is: ‘to have in mind a purpose or plan, to direct the mind, to aim’, making it seem much the same ...
Views: 1354 - Life Is Filled With Opportunity - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2012 from Eric SolomonOpportunity only knocks once, right? Wrong! What sheer nonsense! Opportunity knocks hundreds, perhaps even thousands of times in a lifetime. We just have to be aware enough, and “tuned in” enough to recognize what Opportunity is offering us each time it knocks. Patrick, a deeply religious ...
Views: 1354 - OUR DHARMIC DECISION 2016: “Help–Get me Outta Here!” or “The Wisdom of No Escape” - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2015 from joan pancoe“Every moment of light and dark is a miracle. I believe a leaf of grass is no less than the journey-work of the stars. I do not ask any more delight–I swim in it, as in a sea. Oh while I live, to be the ruler of life, not a slave, to meet life as a powerful conqueror, and nothing exterior to ...
Views: 1354(1 vote) - Proper Way to Use Citronella to Repel Insects - by Submitted on May 02, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanCitronella is anti bacterial, anti septic, anti spasmodic, anti inflammatory, deodorant, diaphoretic, diuretic, febrifuge, insect repellent and stomachic. These properties of citronella oil make it a very diversified oil which can be used in numerous ways. Citronella oil was registered for use ...
Views: 1354 - The Other Side of the Coin - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2011 from Rebecca CherryI’m a great lover of truth and enjoy exploring new and innovative perspectives and emerging concepts, however, I’m hearing the same side of the coin being expressed over and over again these days. This reoccurring theme comes from many great researchers and whistle-blowers who are doing the ...
Views: 1354 - What is my calling? - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2015 from Kathleen GageIt’s not uncommon to look at someone who seems to have it all together and compare our insides with their outsides. Dig deeper and you may be surprised that even the most successful people deal with fear, doubt and uncertainty. The difference though, is they have a different way of handling ...
Views: 1354 - Can there be Preparedness in Meeting the Afterlife? – A Spiritual Exploration - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2015 from Gopalakrishnan ChandrasekaranThe research on Near Death Experiences (NDEs) over the recent decades has brought in significant awareness regarding the afterlife. That leads us to ask a probing question regarding the preparedness to meet the afterlife. It is an exploration that can enrich our lives. A lot about the ...
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