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Six Key Steps to Live Life To The Fullest - by Judi MoreoEnjoying Your Life Versus Simply Existing - by Judi Moreo- Positive Thinking: Can Positive Thinking Stop Someone From Taking Action? - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one has the need to achieve something, there are a number of different approaches that they can take. And what they do can all depend whether they like to think and then act, or whether they like to act and then think later. When one prefers to think before they act, it might take them a ...
Views: 1362 - Manners Matter 8 - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2016 from Ronald RossImpolite Children By Ron Ross The child sitting down the row from me in a dark movie theater needed to go to the bathroom. As he passed me in the darkness he stepped on my toe. He did the same thing on his way back. He never said, “Excuse me” or “I’m sorry!” He acted as if I was the ...
Views: 1024 - The Lessons a Father Can Learn by Sending Their Boy to Experience a Rite of Passage - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2016 from Tyler JacobsonThe ceremony of a rite of passage is an age-old tradition that has lasted through the ages. Nearly every society has some form to celebrate the birth of new life, mourn the death of a loved one, or to mark a teen’s coming of age. The importance of a rite of passage for a boy becoming a man ...
Views: 1187 - Capturing the Moment: The Art of Becoming a Successful Photographer - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2016 from Lizzie WeakleyThe art of becoming a photographer is similar to the path of any artist; the camera is both the medium and the artistic tool for capturing inspirational images. Though anyone can take a pleasing snapshot, the true art of photography requires an artist’s training and specialized equipment. An ...
Views: 1167 - Manners Matter 7 - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2016 from Ronald RossIngratitude By Ron Ross Kids are ungrateful because that is how they were raised. At birth, if they were hungry, all they had to do was scream until their mother fed them. The baby had no concept of what the mother just went through to bring the child to full term and give birth, then ...
Views: 1016 - Do You Capitalize On Leverage? - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2016 from Rand GolletzIn the real estate world, we read and hear a lot about the power of leverage. Essentially, it means investing a limited amount of personal cash to geometrically increase net worth. Let's say you buy a piece of rental property for $300,000 with a down payment of 20%. You laid out $60,000. The ...
Views: 1511 - WHY ALL THE MINDFULNESS TALK.....NOW? - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2016 from Christina de ValenciaIt seems that the Mindfulness conversation is everywhere. Why now, I wonder? After all, Jon Kabat Zinn PhD., a microbiologist, started his research in 1979. He initiated a weekly practice with patients from the Massachusetts Medical Center, which he called Stress Reduction. He quickly ...
Views: 1221 - Celebrities: Do Celebrities Always Know What They Are Talking About? - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIn today’s world, there are plenty of people who follow a celebrity or a number of them, and it is easier than ever before for this to take place. This is primarily because of the internet and how one can follow them on social media. Before this option was available, one would have had to ...
Views: 1703 - Thinking Thoughts That Transform The Truths That’s Told - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2020 from W.T. & Pamela HamiltonYour thoughts tell you a truth. They help you form your perception of reality. It is the secure feeling we get when we can justify our reality. But what is real is only real for you because your mind tells you it’s real. Even when you try to tell yourself that your thoughts are wrong, sometimes ...
Views: 2124 - Manners Matter 6 - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2016 from Ronald RossRespect the Elderly: Seven simple ways to be polite to your grandparents By Ron Ross Old people always think the children in their town are rude, smart-alecky and have no respect for their elders, and to some degree they are right. However, every generation makes the same claims so it is not a ...
Views: 1129 - The Road to Success: Adopt the Three L's- Love You, Lose the Excuses, Learn Something New - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2016 from Jaynine HowardBusiness owners, wives, and moms often find themselves short on time and energy. They are busy juggling a myriad of tasks. Remember, it only takes someone 15 seconds to sum you up and form an opinion. Whether right or wrong that is what happens. No one likes to be around a whiney person or ...
Views: 1746 - Social Media: Are Some People Happy To Lose Their Privacy In Order To Gain Attention? - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one spends time with their close friends or family, they are likely to open up about different areas of their life. And the reason one is going to do this is because they trust these people. If this wasn’t the case, then one wouldn’t be friends with them, and even though they were their ...
Views: 1370 - Banish Your Wardrobe Worries with These 3 Practical Organization Tips - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2016 from Maria LawsonImage via: https://www.flickr.com/photos/ejorpin/8374762241 So you’ve got an ocean of clothes in your wardrobe, and you really have no clue as to what’s kept where? You’re not alone! In fact, you’ve probably already realized that you need to work on organizing your wardrobe to be able to ...
Views: 1592 - Life Lessons From a Fish - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2016 from Kathy Jo PollackLife is simple….just ask a fish. This morning I looked in the fish bowl on my desk as Johnny Rocket, a.k.a. “Rocket”, my vibrant blue Betta fish, stared back at me. At this moment I realized that we all could benefit from a gentle reminder of the basics – a place we may have forgotten or ...
Views: 2538(3 votes) - Weighty Issues: Food Choice, Portion Control, and Motivation to Exercise - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2016 from Connie BrannanIt seems that a large percentage of the population is thinking about their weight and dieting at any given moment, reading about this new diet, that new food plan, purchasing diet products, and/or in the midst of dieting. Our weight truly is a national obsession. So, why do diets and food ...
Views: 1828 - Manners Matter 5 - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2016 from Ronald RossFoul Language By Ron Ross “Please leave your profanity outside!” was a sign I saw on the door of a local restaurant. Seems to me we shouldn’t need such a sign in a public place. However we do live in a society where course talk is commonplace. Television shows and movies are increasingly ...
Views: 1157 - Understanding the Law of Compensation - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2016 from John SteelyThe Universe operates under many laws, some of which are corollaries to others. People who cooperate with the laws and operate within the laws tend to be successful; those who oppose or work against the laws have a more difficult time, despite the appearance of temporary success. These laws ...
Views: 2031 - Relationships: When Someone Believes That All Men/Women Are The Same Is It Because They Lack Self-Awareness? - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile there are people who are able to see that not all men/women are the same, there are also people who are unable to do so. In their eyes, every member of the opposite gender is going to be the same. The First Side If someone was to ask a person in the first group to prove to them that ...
Views: 1403 - What is Trust Made of? - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2016 from Julia KingWhat is Trust Made of? What is Trust? How does someone earn your trust? What happens once it’s broken? Do you trust yourself? There are many definitions for the word trust but to me it means that, “I can have faith that you will do what you say you will do, when you say you are doing it. ...
Views: 1685(1 vote) - Boundaries: Can A Lack Of Boundaries Stop Someone From Being Able To Receive? - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to drive somewhere that wasn’t too far away, they wouldn’t need to have a lot of fuel in their car. However, if they wanted to go somewhere that was over an hour away, for instance, this wouldn’t be the case. But as long as they took the time to get the fuel they needed, this ...
Views: 1565 - Six Simple Steps to Keep your Anger in Check - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2016 from Julia King6 Simple Steps to Keep Your Anger in Check Do you find yourself angry most of the time? Yes, I will agree that there are many valid reasons to get angry but what does it really accomplish? Anger usually hurts us more than anyone else. We increase our cortisol levels and that can start ...
Views: 1164(1 vote) - 5 ways to raise sales when working as a freelancer - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2016 from Hlib NikkThere are a lot of articles and recommendations on how to attract new clients and raise sales. Most of those articles explain how to optimize your business and website and how to make your offer look more attractive and appealing. In this article I will share a few personal examples from working ...
Views: 1743(1 vote) - Rejection Sucks: Build Mental Strength to Bounce Back Quick - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2016 from Tyler JacobsonTalking to a pretty girl. Applying for your dream job. Letting a friend or family member read a short story you wrote. The fear of rejection can stop most people from even trying. For those that do try and meet with rejection, the pain of it can be enough to stop them from ever giving it another ...
Views: 1804 - Resolutions Systemic Difficulty - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2016 from John SteelyResolutions and goals are very similar; they both represent something we want to achieve. However, they differ on their effectiveness. Goals are considered to be a foundation stone of success, depending on your definition of success, whereas resolutions have, according to some studies, a 97% ...
Views: 1891 - Manners Matter Four - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2016 from Ronald RossSagging Trousers and PJs in Public By Ron Ross Trousers worn with the waistbands around the hips so the whole world sees your underpants: bad manners. It is a style overwhelmingly favored by young males and causes them to walk with a bizarre gait and constantly “hitch up” their trousers so ...
Views: 1122 - Tips for Falling Back in Love with Your Business - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2016 from Jaynine HowardWe all hit that brick wall at times where we are no longer jumping out of bed each morning excited to start our day. When you find yourself lying in bed dreading to get up and start your day you know it is time to do some self-reflection and find out what is zapping your energy. Retreat from ...
Views: 1603 - Boundaries: Can A Lack Of Boundaries Cause Someone To Have Anger Problems? - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile there are some people who get angry from time to time; there are others who are angry almost all the time. Yet this is not to say that there are only two categories, as there are going to be others who are rarely, if ever angry. When one experiences life in this way, they could believe ...
Views: 1746 - Social Media: Does Social Media Allow People To Create The Impression That They Have The Perfect Life? - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperEven though perfection is an illusion, it doesn’t mean that this is something that everyone realises. As a result of this, it can be normal for someone to do everything they can in order to be perfect. On one hand, this could be something that has an impact on every area of their life, and ...
Views: 1412 - Gratitude - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2016 from Awnish Todi“Gratitude is not only the greatest of all virtues, but the parent of all others.” – Cicero This won’t be one of those long, never-ending articles on the ‘Attitude of Gratitude’. This is simply an attempt to show you, how far a little bit of gratitude can take you. So do bear with me till the ...
Views: 1116 - Achieving Success Through a State of Tranquillity - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2016 from Awnish Todi“It is neither wealth nor splendour, but tranquillity and occupation which gives you happiness.”, said Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States of America. ‘Tranquillity’, is it just a word, or an expression or an unachievable state of human being? The questions are many. ...
Views: 1170 - 5 Ways to Stay on Track With Your Creative Goals - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2016 from Sarah Koestner"Do not underestimate the thrill of trying." ~ Julia Cameron A few days ago, I got an idea for a book. I sat down at the computer and an outline flew out of me. It felt like this was the book I was born to write. In the process of writing the outline I entered that "flow state" where I felt ...
Views: 1781 - Growing Pains - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2016 from Kelly MartinGrowing pains are just that… painful. I’m not talking about physical growth spurts when you were younger and your body ached for days. No… I’m talking about growing pains that stem from personal growth. These growing pains manifest when you make changes in your life and feel emotional discomfort ...
Views: 1660(1 vote) - 10 Steps to Scale Up Your Total Educational Scheme - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2016 from Anna RodriguezThe classroom is the best place to expand your academic knowledge, but when it comes to learning about life, there is nothing more enriching than travel. Proof of this is the increasing number of students who understand the benefits of studying abroad and international experience. ...
Views: 1364 - Development Lessons from RGIII and Aaron Rodgers - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2016 from Rand GolletzIf you've read some of my past articles, you absolutely know that I'm a sports fan. I've always been a participant as well as an observer. I believe in keeping a VERY active lifestyle. But I digress! Along with many people (male and female) in the U.S., I'm an unabashed NFL fan. I cheer for ...
Views: 1287 - The Media: Does The Mainstream Media Focus On Celebrities To Distract People? - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one pays attention to the mainstream media, they are likely to see that they give a lot of exposure to celebrities. But even if this wasn’t the case, they would only need to pick up a paper to realise this. This is not to say that all news sources give them the same amount of exposure ...
Views: 2308 - Manners Matter Two - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2016 from Ronald RossWhat to do about a cell phone addict By Ron Ross Rudeness happens when you are with someone who is obsessed with his/her high-tech device such as a cell phone or tablet. How loudly can I say this: CONSTANTLY CHECKING YOUR CELL PHONE FOR TEXT MESSAGES WHILE VISITING WITH SOMEONE IS ...
Views: 839 - The Media: Does The Mainstream Media Control People By Keeping Them Misinformed? - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf two friends had a multiple choice test coming up in a few weeks, it could be said that it would be a good idea for them to practice. Through doing this, they are likely to have a better chance of knowing what the answers, are and this will then give them the chance to pass the test. ...
Views: 1356 - Social Media: Should Someone Share Their Whole Life On Social Media? - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one wanted to share something about their life in the past, they would have got in touch with their friends and/or their family. This could be something that took place over the phone, or they may have just sent a text message. Yet at the same time, they may have just gone to see someone ...
Views: 1394 - Know Your Personality by Your Birth Number - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2016 from Awnish TodiNumerology is said to be a certain divine belief in the mystical powers of numbers that have the capability to shape our life and journey throughout the course of time. Numbers are obviously very important as without them the universe will fall apart. These numbers have always played very ...
Views: 1183 - Acts of Kindness - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2016 from Awnish Todi‘Kindness is the language the deaf can hear and the blind can see’ Being Kind Every morning I wake up to peep outside the window of my room and see little birds being helped by the elder ones for food and warmth. They don’t actually have to speak it out but quite conspicuously; the ...
Views: 1088 - Manners Matter One - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2016 from Ronald RossAre Manners More Important than Laws? By Ron Ross I had a rude neighbor. He owned a motorcycle and loved to work on it in his garage. He would rev the engine as he tuned it then let it idle loudly for hours. Every time he came in or out of his driveway he would roar the noisy machine as ...
Views: 867 - The Media: Does The Mainstream Media Use Fear To Distract People? - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to look into what was taking place in the news, there is a strong chance their inner experience would change. This is something that will take place regardless of whether they were to read something or if they were to watch something, for instance. As a result, they could end up ...
Views: 1487 - Social Media: Should Someone Think Before They Criticise A Business Online? - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one wanted to find somewhere to eat or they wanted to buy some new clothes, for instance, there is a strong chance that they will either use their device or they might go out and look for somewhere. One might choose the first option if they are somewhere they haven’t been before and they are ...
Views: 1358 - Depression: Can An Emotional Build-Up Cause Someone To Feel Depressed When They Wake Up? - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile there are some people who like to wake up early, there are other people who don’t. If one does like to wake up early, they could describe themselves as a ‘morning person’, and this is likely to mean that they generally find it easy to wake up. And when they do, they could feel as ...
Views: 1374 - What is on Your List? The Loser vs The Winner - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2016 from W.T. & Pamela HamiltonThere are two types of list people make. They make these lists in their minds. This mental list hides in the subconscious and its voice is heard as a whisper, telling you the key points on the list. But what is on your list? What does your list tell you in the night, while you are lying in bed ...
Views: 1984 - The Mysterious Methods of Metaphysics - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2016 from Awnish TodiHow was the universe created? What does it mean to exist? What is true reality? Philosophy is an integral part of our lives. On the road to self discovery and contentment, it’s important to ask yourself wise questions and keep your mind open and alert. The universe holds incredible answers, ...
Views: 1155 - RIGHT THINKING = RIGHT ACTIONS=RIGHT RESULTS - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2016 from Tim & Sarah TupperRIGHT THINKING + RIGHT ACTIONS = RIGHT RESULTS Are you obtaining maximum results on a daily basis? If not a good place to start might be with your mindset. You need to prepare yourself for success and it starts with your mindset. To be the best that you can be on a daily basis, you begin ...
Views: 981 - Amazing Qigong and Energy, Healing Effects and Health Benefits - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2016 from Leon EdwardQigong is a system of combining physical postures, breathing techniques and mental focus to provide healing to the human body and increase its vitality and energy. It is a part of an ancient Chinese health system. The word Qi means life force or vital-energy that flows through all things in the ...
Views: 1876 - Inner Conflict: Can Trapped Grief Create Inner Conflict? - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile there are some people who experience inner conflict from time to time, there are others who experience it far more often. As a result of this, they could find that it is a challenge for them to move forward in life. Whereas if one experienced this from time to time, they may find that ...
Views: 1554 - And the winner is ... Shame! - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2016 from lennox cadoreOnce we realize that imperfect understanding is the human condition there is no shame in being wrong, only in failing to correct our mistakes. George Soros The Miss Universe pageant almost took place without many people caring about the outcome. If not for the mistake made by Steve Harvey, ...
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