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- The Pursuit of Happiness - Part 1 - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2011 from Felix EconomakisObtaining and measuring happiness is something that the UK government has been actively researching for a while now. It's rather curious that at this stage of our advancement, the notion of understanding and incorporating something so fundamental as happiness sounds as challenging as sending ...
Views: 2061(3 votes) - Procrastination and overeating--what's the connection? - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2011 from Julie SimonWe all procrastinate to some extent. There are only so many hours in the day and some tasks are just plain more onerous than others. Sometimes we procrastinate because we feel overwhelmed by everything we need to get done and we’re having trouble getting started. Other times, we feel ...
Views: 3306(4 votes) - Using Brainwave Technology For Relaxation And Positive Thinking - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2011 from Greg FrostBrainwave technology might yet be the best of subliminal technology that was invented to help calm the mind for improved well-being. Diseases and disorders of the mind are manifested in the physical and they are usually very embarrassing. Of course, by the time they are manifested physically, ...
Views: 866(3 votes) - 3 Ways To Choose Service Not Servitude - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2011 from Jennifer UrezzioI define true service as sharing your gifts and talents with the intention to be of service to all involved (that means me). I find the key to be of true service in my business is the belief that “I’m being loved, supported and provided for by the Universe.” Also, to be of true service, I had ...
Views: 1220(3 votes) - Why Brainwave Technology Is Superior To Hypnosis Training - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2011 from Greg FrostHypnosis training involves acquiring knowledge on how you can use your mind control techniques to convince another person or a group, e.g. to agree with you, in case of an argument. This can also be well be applied in advertising of the products whereby you will have to convince them to buy ...
Views: 600(3 votes) - How Positive thinking works - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2011 from samir kunvaria“Every day may not be good, but there's something good in every day”. “Think positive and everything will be fine” This is the most given and the best advice ever told to us. Do you really believe that it works? Why do people tell us to think positively? What difference does it make to our ...
Views: 1144(3 votes) - Increasing your Self Esteem - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2011 from Caroline LeySelf esteem is something that everyone talks about but what is it and what does it look like? Well, unfortunately, it is not something you can take out, hold in front of you and see and although we all have an idea of what self esteem means to us, it is not something that is put into words ...
Views: 789(3 votes) - The Path to Fulfillment - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2011 from Nova ReedThe Path to Fulfillment By Nova Reed, MA, CLC Are you searching for happiness, or yearning for more out of life and your relationships? An eternal desire exists within all of us, the universal quest for fulfillment: the feeling of having a “full” and satisfying life filled with joy and ...
Views: 1122(4 votes) - The good Books that led me to the Good book - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2011 from Carl Tuchy PalmieriThis is a story of how books turned my life around, and brought me to places I had never dreamed were possible. Books the are a gift to my life I was never much of a reader, but that changed in 1985. My daughter, Kathleen had given me a book as a house warming present. It was a book called ...
Views: 1754(2 votes) - Travel and Exploration - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2011 from odette worrellExperiences are the moments that weave the fabric of our lives. Often, the fabric’s value comes from that which is observed as unique in that it silently relays the energy inherent in the experiences and beauty of what the artisan sees and weaves into every stitch. Your life, your personal ...
Views: 1265(3 votes) - CHRISTIANS IN A STORM - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2011 from Robert CrutchfieldTuesday June 5, 2001 marked the beginning of a very interesting time in the history of my beloved Houston. We have seen thousands loose everything, and thousands of others ( Christians included ) rise to the occasion. That early summer day, Tropical storm Allison came to visit. There was some ...
Views: 1580(3 votes) - What If… Letting Go of the Grumpy Feelings - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Vickie GriffithThe morning is the same as any other yet she feels angry, resentful and a bit sad. Nothing has changed from the night before. There is no one to blame. No one called with bad news. No argument has caused these feelings. She just wakes up upset. Could these feelings come from bad dreams? ...
Views: 1184 - When is “Enough” Enough? - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Cookie Tuminello“To believe yourself brave is to be brave; it is the one only essential thing” – Mark Twain Last week I had the good fortune to attend a writing seminar presented by Michelle Prince and John Di Lemme. I’ve been hard at work writing my first book, so I knew I’d get some great tips and tools ...
Views: 858(1 vote) - More Tidbits Of Great Advice To Make Your Life Better! - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Father TimeWhen you truly want to improve your life, there are a variety of things that you can do...all little steps in the same direction. People are where they want to be in life, because if they really, really, really did not want to be there, where they are, then they wouldn't be there. If your ...
Views: 3575(6 votes) - Empowered Vulnerability - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Meredith HinesAs a Los Angeles based psychotherapist and yoga teacher I travel in many spiritual circles which espouse and sometimes proselytize the importance of positive thinking and its power to create our reality and manifest the future. Works like The Secret boldly profess that you are in complete ...
Views: 2285(4 votes) - Who Is I.M. Heart? - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Sue McDanielWHO IS I.M. HEART I.M. Heart is a symbol for all of us – me, you, family, friends and every person we meet on the street. Why? Because I.M. Heart is a heart- shaped character with feelings – just like all the rest of us. These include loving, gentle, happy feelings as well as fearful, angry ...
Views: 1028(3 votes) - Our Happiness Level - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2012 from Jodi ChapmanI was listening to Hay House Radio yesterday, and the host was talking about how our happiness levels could be measured by averaging the happiness levels of our top few friends. I found this so interesting and also very eye opening. It's so important to surround ourselves with positive, ...
Views: 1162(4 votes) - Overcome Evil With Good - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Robert CrutchfieldOvercome evil with good. A nice idea isn’t it? But what does it mean exactly? How do we apply this neat idea to our Christian walk? 1. The phrase comes from the 12th chapter of Paul’s letter to the Romans. It is found in verse 21, “Do not be overcome with evil, but overcome evil with good.” ...
Views: 2100(1 vote) - Share the Love - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2012 from Jodi ChapmanIt feels so good to know that we are appreciated. It is a wonderful feeling to learn that our actions have inspired someone. And while we all are constantly inspired by others and admire the amazing work that our mentors are doing, how often do we stop and let them know how much they mean to ...
Views: 1232(6 votes) - Using The Power Of Prosperity Affirmation To Attract Wealth Into Your Life - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Greg FrostThere is great power in prosperity affirmation. This is because in order to be prosperous, you need to have the right mindset... You have to believe in yourself and in your ability to achieve everything that you have set your mind on. Remember, to be prosperous doesn’t just refer to material ...
Views: 586(1 vote) - The Different Methods To Attain Subconscious Persuasion - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2011 from Greg FrostWhat is Subconscious persuasion in subliminal technology? This is a state of the mind where a person appears to be conscious but can be led around to do or say anything. Matters of the mind are always regarded with suspicion and this one is no different. However, in subliminal, the person in ...
Views: 762(1 vote) - 3 Ways to Be Enough - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2011 from Jennifer UrezzioI was in the bank and overheard someone talking about the hot and steamy weather we were experiencing in NJ. I had this thought: In winter I was saying it was too cold and complaining about the snow. Here it is getting to be summer and I’m feeling it is way too hot. When will I feel like the ...
Views: 1252 - DECLARATIONS OF INDEPENDENCE - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Chelle Thompson"Freedom is a condition of your heart. You can be captive amidst great wealth and free behind bars. Do your fears, insecurities, beliefs and programs still control the way you choose to spend your days? The true freedom in life is feeling free to think, act and speak according to the dictates of ...
Views: 1784(3 votes) - Let Emotional Freedom Ring - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2011 from Naurene AntoniottiIndependence Day: the day to celebrate the many freedoms of life in the good ole US of A. I am grateful to our forebears for establishing the many liberties that this country enjoys today; that make this the country to which people immigrate. No Berlin Walls here….well, actually no Berlin Walls ...
Views: 1615(3 votes) - Confidence, Character and Critical Thinking - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Judy WrightAs parents our job is to teach our children how to be the person that will attract the kind of people they want to be around. As we empower them to respect and be kind to others, it will reflect on how they feel about themselves. When we teach them how to be a kind and responsible person we ...
Views: 1769 - 500 Words - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Maryanne Comaroto500 Words: “If today were my last day on Earth and I could share 500 words of brilliance with the world, here are the important things I'd want to pass along to others… The first thing I would share would be to stop at nothing to know the truth. Particularly know the truth about who you are, ...
Views: 1327(3 votes) - How To Affect Weight Loss Affirmations - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2011 from Greg FrostWeight gain has been associated with many kind of illness in the human systems. Many people who have some form of obese body mass tend to look for therapies which are effective in helping them reduce body fat. There are quite a number of therapies available in the market which can help ...
Views: 602(1 vote) - Hope is everything - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2011 from Julie SimonThe Random House College Dictionary defines hope as "the feeling that what is desired is also possible or that events may turn out for the best." It's certainly easy to have hope when everything is going your way--you just landed a great job, met the man/woman of your dreams, lost a lot of ...
Views: 2050(3 votes) - D Is For Define - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2011 from Sara DillingerI heard a segment of a program about branding on NPR this morning when I drove over to feed my daughter’s cat. In this brief snippet, the host and his guest were talking about “sheeple”, that is, people who will follow the crowd, the style, the latest fad like sheep going to ...
Views: 1123 - 3 Ways to Being Spiritual in Everyday Life - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2011 from Jennifer UrezzioTools only work if you feel a personal connection to using that resource. It is easy to be balanced and unconditional when your life is amazing. It is when we are experiencing a challenge or even just living our everyday lives that we can get caught up in old programming and fall into the ...
Views: 1004(1 vote) - 3 Ways to Being Spiritual in Everyday Life - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2011 from Jennifer UrezzioTools only work if you feel a personal connection to using that resource. It is easy to be balanced and unconditional when your life is amazing. It is when we are experiencing a challenge or even just living our everyday lives that we can get caught up in old programming and fall into the ...
Views: 1039(1 vote) - The Importance of Play: how children gain skills to last a lifetime. - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2012 from Jeni HooperThe Importance of Play By Jeni Hooper, Child Psychologist and Parent Coach Children need at least an hour a day of unstructured, independent play where they make it up as they go along. This is the conclusion of recent studies looking at the importance of play. The importance of ...
Views: 1413 - Successful Learning in Seven Simple Steps - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2012 from Jeni HooperSuccessful Learning in Seven Simple Steps By Jeni Hooper Chartered Psychologist All parents want their children to have happy, successful lives. Once you have chosen a good school, what else can you do? Here are seven steps to successful learning you can use to help your child to do their ...
Views: 1439 - How to Follow your Wildest Dreams through Faith (from Inspirational Books by Dr NV Peale) - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: How to Follow your Wildest Dreams through Faith (from Inspirational Books by Dr NV Peale) Submitted by Craig Lock Category (key words): NV Peale, Self Help, Personal Growth, Inspiration, Dreams, Faith Craig’s blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at ...
Views: 1029 - C Is For Conscious - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Sara DillingerThe English word “conscious” originally derived from the Latin conscius (con- “together” + scire “to know”). It is interesting to note, though, that the Latin word did not have the same meaning as our word — it meant knowing with, in other words, having joint or common knowledge with ...
Views: 1429 - Power of Identity – “Style for Creating” - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Dr. Linda GadboisThe inherent creative power of our mind is to co-create experiences that we then use as a creative tool to define us. While our body naturally forms union with an experience by performing it, or creating the behavior of the experience, the conscious mind identifies itself as the person having ...
Views: 982 - Great Advice For A Happier Life! Many Little Tidbits That All Add Up! - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Father TimeIf you want to have a healthier, happier, and more meaningful existence, there are many great things that you can do to improve the quality of your life, and to also improve the world in which we live! These may seem like "little things," but if more people did more things such as these, we can ...
Views: 3659(6 votes) - What Conscious Discipline Is All About And How You Can Use It To Your Advantage - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Greg FrostConscious discipline can be defined as an approach to address behavior that is multidisciplinary. It is different from behavioral approaches that target specific behaviors and presents a neurodevelopmental model of the brain which is an adaptation from the works of various people including Bruce ...
Views: 1964(1 vote) - Sharing Some Information on Some Major Religions of the World - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: Sharing Some Information on Some Major Religions of the World Submitter: Craig Lock Category (key words): religion, religions, religious tolerance, religious unity, faith, beliefs, spirituality, spiritual unity, unity of religion(s) The submitter’s blog (with extracts from his ...
Views: 792(1 vote) - Stress Relief: 5 Simple Steps to Master Your Mind and Raise Your Spiritual Energy Starting Now! - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Hyma Kunamneni"I am a spiritual being having a human experience" - Is this your belief? My urgent request to all my friends who know and believe the above statement is to make your energy management your utmost priority. Why? Because we know the following facts: I, the spirit am energy. Thoughts are ...
Views: 1192 - Help! I'm sick of being weak - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Teppie and Christina Chartomatsidis- Have you craved to be strong and looked in awe at those who gain the respect of others easily? - Are you tired of getting ignored when hanging out with other people? - Are you speechless when someone talks down to you or pushes in the line in front of you? - If you can relate to ...
Views: 3285 - Why do I care about what others think? - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Teppie and Christina Chartomatsidis- Do you constantly need the praise of others to feel good? - Would you feel crushed if someone criticised you about the way you look? - Are you sick of constantly conforming to what others expect - only to ignore what you truly want? - Do you spend hours thinking and stressing over ...
Views: 1226 - On Language and Healing - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Neil NathanON LANGUAGE AND HEALING: Ah, human perception. So varied, so quirky. Ya gotta love it. Our psyche is a somewhat fragile construction. We are shaped, uniquely and individually by our experiences. However, we have an unfortunate tendency to focus on, and to recall, our negative ...
Views: 905(3 votes) - Listen to Your Body and Trust the Answer - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Dr. Carolle Jean-Murat, MDHave you ever experienced headaches, insomnia, allergies, irregular bleeding, fatigue, a panic attack, depression, irritable bowel, hot flashes, problems concentrating, mood swings? What was your reaction to these symptoms? Unfortunately, it’s become engrained that when we experience a ...
Views: 633 - Positive thinking: 6 typical speech mistakes. - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Sergey NovikovEvery word in the language has a certain meaning, not only semantically, but also emotionally. And learning how to use positive formulation is the best way to self-realization! Let's analyze the typical mistakes often made in speech. So, they are... 1. Habit of generalization. It can ...
Views: 1308 - Attitude is Everything Attitude is Everything - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Mark PiercyNow and then you get someone that comes along in life and gives you real inspiration and fulfillment. When I first started out with livethislife it was my number one goal to make a difference in peoples lives. Despite all of the long hours I have put into research and development with no real ...
Views: 1137(3 votes) - My Evil Voice My Evil Voice - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Mark PiercyEvery now and then you have a day where that little negative voice in the back of your mind is continually trying to bring you down and bring you unstuck. It's that voice that says 'You're ugly', 'You can't do this' or 'You won't succeed at this'. I know I have them now and again, and I think ...
Views: 1015(1 vote) - Metal Mindset Metal Mindset - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Mark Piercy"The greatest gift to mankind, is the knowledge that attitude can change your way of life". A positive mindset can be very powerful and very influential in your life. It is something that can be acquired by anyone by simply making a decision to think differently. By implementing positive ...
Views: 1236(1 vote) - Positive Talk For Transition Positive Talk For Transition - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Mark PiercyPositivite Affirmations How many people have told you that you have done an outstanding job or praised you and made you feel special today? My guess is not many. Am I right?. You see, my understanding is that 80% of the world's population made up of negative minded people, the chances of ...
Views: 959(1 vote) - What's REALLY Holding You Back? - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Lori FieldsAllow this to set the tone for your day. “Aerodynamically the bumblebee shouldn’t be able to fly, but the bumblebee doesn’t know that, so it goes on flying anyway.” -Mary Kay Ash Take a moment today & check in with yourself by reflecting on the following questions. 1. Are you allowing a ...
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