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Just when you have your life comfortably in a routine, and every day anxieties are overcome, along come the holidays. Will you loose your stability, or embrace the day?
Some see the holidays as a grueling Russian roulette on icy roads to see family, or stranded in weather blocked air ports ... Views: 2554
by Janet Gallagher Nestor, MA, LPC, DCEP
Holistic Mental Health Therapist
Most women are multi-taskers. Our culture says we can do it all: Get a good education, be an engaging conversationalist, be beautiful, marry, have children, keep a size 6 figure, have a career, clean the house, drive ... Views: 2546
My interest in this film came about after hearing that it was based on a short story by Philip K. Dick. Blade runner, Next, Minority Report and Total Recall are just a few of the films that have been based on his stories. The storyline 'Do we control our destiny, or do unseen forces manipulate ... Views: 2534
Losing weight can be very difficult especially for those who are morbidly obese. Studies proved that people who are overweight are more prone to sickness and are likely to acquire ailments like diabetes, high blood pressure, and cardiovascular diseases. There are times when dieting and exercise ... Views: 2529
Insomnia or difficulty falling asleep affects over 64 million people in North America and millions more around the world. Although insomnia can be a symptom of other health problems, for many people it is simply an inability to calm the mind that keeps them awake. It's also a self perpetuating ... Views: 2525
Men and women respond to stress very differently. As in childbirth, women’s bodies release a chemical, oxytocin (ahk-see-toe-sin). This chemical has a calming effect and is also found at higher levels in breastfeeding mothers. Estrogen, the predominant female hormone, boosts the effects of ... Views: 2515
CAUTION: If you are a guitar player currently using the CAGED system…STOP NOW. If you don’t, you will start developing these 7 problems in your guitar playing:
Problem #1: Your Guitar Solos Will Bore People To Death
If you want to play great guitar solos, don’t use the ... Views: 2512
Meditation mobile applications
More and more people are turning to their mobile devices for meditation tracks, tips & techniques. The great news is that there is already an array of great apps available & more being added every day. I will show you 5 free meditation mobile applications ... Views: 2507
Control the things you can
Life is full of situations that are out of your control, there is no way around that fact. Focusing on what you can control is what will reduce stress and anxiety and ultimately put you back in the driver’s seat. Making your surroundings your own at the office ... Views: 2505
You are never too young or too old to benefit from meditation. With the increasing pace of life, having quiet time each day can be very beneficial. You may have noticed the increasing market of numerous and different meditation techniques, including guided meditation books, CDs and DVDs. I have ... Views: 2490
A recent study revealed that positive affirmations may actually make some people feel worse instead of better. Psychologists Joanne V. Wood and John W. Lee from the University of Waterloo, and W.Q. Elaine Perunovic from the University of New Brunswick found that people with low self esteem who ... Views: 2487
Positive self-esteem is very important for our general health and wellness as human beings. Having positive self-esteem is also important for promoting any type of healing, whether physical, emotional or spiritual. Poor or low self-esteem on the other hand can be quite detrimental to our ... Views: 2487
Are you envious of people who can go on vacation and not give work, home, or other obligations a thought? I use to be but then decided it really wasn’t the right mindset for me.
As many of you know, I am an advocate of “the blended life” (to read more take a look at my past article on the ... Views: 2487
Lynda Klau, Ph.D.
Published in Global Association For Interpersonal Neurobiology Studies, Summer 09
As a licensed psychologist and business coach who has spent over two decades helping people who work in various business environments and professions - from the corporate world to small ... Views: 2482
Anxiety and Stress
Turn off anxiety with passionflower tea
• As effective as prescription anti-anxiety medications.
• The tea won’t make you feel foggy in comparison to many prescription drugs.
• The herb balances chemical receptors in the brain which causes a sedative effect easing ... Views: 2482
There are a number of recurring themes and symbols in Asian fountains. These decorative accent pieces draw influences from feng-shui theory and elegant Zen gardens. Having an understanding of six common symbols used in garden fountains will enable you to create a relaxing, pleasing ... Views: 2474
It's down to the wire, and you find yourself pulling out your hair because the florist is slow at returning your calls, the tailor is taking too long to alter your gown, and you can't decide which dish to serve at the reception. It's enough to make anyone go crazy, but surviving wedding stress ... Views: 2473
by Jeanne Ball
Meditation shopping? Sounds like an oxymoron, right? Yet millions of Americans are seeking tools to turn within. As a nation we've tried to fix our problems with everything from psychotherapy and Prozac to positive thinking and politics. Now people everywhere are ready to close ... Views: 2472
From small-time beauty pageants and talent contests to ruling the hearts of millions worldwide, Rihanna’s rise to super-stardom and glory is as thrilling as it is surreal. Born on the remote island of Saint Michael, Barbados, she could never have foreseen the kind of success that would later ... Views: 2460
It is said that the quality of your skin is a reflection on your inner health. So if you find yourself with skin problems such as acne rosacea, flakiness or psoriasis it may be that you have an internal imbalance. There are many skin creams, scrubs and various other products on the market but ... Views: 2440
How flexible are you? For me, it depends - on my mood, how much fear or resistance I have about something, how attached I am to a particular outcome, and various other factors.
However, as I look throughout my life (now and in the past), I realize that the situations, relationships, and ... Views: 2434
In our hectic lifestyle, it is important that we take the time to "smell the roses" and "listen to the birds singing". By creating a sacred space where you can become relaxed and unwind, your body is in a better position to rejuvenate and heal.
What better place then in the natural setting ... Views: 2422
Using positive songs can definitely make life easier and more enjoyable. When we know how to accentuate our life with the songs, we can get simple natural highs from everyday activities and gain a much deeper appreciation for the more common elements of our day.
Positive songs, including ... Views: 2416
Dear Mimi:
Although I exercise and meditate regularly, I find it difficult to keep the results with me in everyday life. Any ideas why?
This is a common occurance. One can turn on the Internet and almost daily find tips on relaxation and tension removal. So, considering how many of us are ... Views: 2404
Toronto is a well known Canadian city that is situated in Ontario. It is a very beautiful city full of natural sceneries scattered all over the city. It is one of the most populous cities in Canada and has a lot of facilities. The city is developing very quickly and the population is also ... Views: 2395
Imagine being surrounded in the open air by the most magnificent gardens, green lush grass, rambling rose bushes, loose beautiful bunches of flowers and greenery all swirling about. Placed amidst this natural wonder are chairs all around the gardens, large Turkish rugs spread out on the lawn, ... Views: 2386
Do you just roll in bed night after night trying to fall asleep? Do you easily wake up in the night and not go back to sleep? Then these proven rules of healthy sleep are for you.
The S&S bedroom rule
The bed is only for two s-things – sex and sleep. Any other activities are undesirable. ... Views: 2379
Elena Beloff is a documentary filmmaker whose first film, Zaritsas: Russian Women in New York, was produced by Vincent Vincent D’Onofrio and shown at film festivals around the country. It was ultimate picked up by on RTVi and shown on Russian and Polish language channels in America, and later ... Views: 2364
Two men, dress in a white, baggy pants crouched face to face in front of a musician with a berimabau. A rhythmic melody began playing. The two men clasp hands, bow their heads and began spin slowly as if in a quiet trance. Then, they slowly spin away in a cartwheel like manner, tumbling into the ... Views: 2361
If you are just now getting back into practicing guitar after being away from your instrument for a while, you probably noticed one thing: your guitar playing skills have dropped a lot! Don’t worry, I understand exactly how you feel...several years ago I finished a world tour, and decided ... Views: 2356
So, you are not feeling 100%. Work is full of stress, family life is running you ragged, and the bills are never ending. If you could just have a 'time-out' to recharge and refresh, life would be wonderful!
Well, when was your last Massage? When did you last take time away from the pressures ... Views: 2356
Casement Windows or Sash Windows?
Choosing the right windows for your home is essential because if you pick wrong, you could be spending lots to correct it. So how are you supposed to decide between all the different styles of windows? Most popular are either casement windows or sash windows, ... Views: 2350
A folding chair is an ideal choice as it can be used in different social events and also for everyday use in your house. They are lightweight portable chair which you can fold it flat or store them in a stack or a row. Folding chairs are a great option if you have invited a large number of ... Views: 2350
Do you lack the improvisational skills needed to be able to come up with great rock guitar solos in the moment? The truth is, many guitar players are in the same situation as you. In fact, most guitarists ‘want’ to be able to play awesome solos, but for some reason only a few actually ‘can’. So ... Views: 2348
When it comes to finding kitchen interior design ideas, you may have come across many various photo galleries and interior design pictures to get inspired about your own kitchen theme and design.
You may have noticed that when you search on the Internet, it is sometimes so ... Views: 2345
Relax Kids
Introducing yoga and relaxation to children
Children are being brought up in a world of noise and busyness. Busy parents, school pressures, additional after school activities, computer games and fast moving TV can all add to their stress levels. School tests, falling out with ... Views: 2340
Have you just about given up on playing with faster tremolo picking technique? Don’t quit just yet! You are probably making the common error of thinking that faster hand speed leads to faster picking. This is not how it works! Let me tell you why...
A huge amount of guitarists already ... Views: 2337
We have a Unique Roulette System Tool on the market. Initially, we analyzed several Roulette Systems and Tools, and we can freely say that almost all of them have nothing to do with making money online.
For all our visitors we recommend to read the Money Maker Machine Reviews from our ... Views: 2334
Top 10 Things To Do In NYC Over The Memorial Day Weekend
The Memorial Day Weekend marks the unofficial start of the summer season. The Elite Travelers has compiled a list of the top 10 things to do in NYC over the Memorial Day Weekend.
1. Fleet Week 2011 will feature more than 3,000 ... Views: 2317
Your senses support your well being. Listen to the Wisdom of Your Body
As humans, we experience the world through our five senses. Although each sense responds to stimuli in its own way, the brain is the common factor which organizes and interprets the sensations we experience. People born ... Views: 2312
Ok, I’ll admit it…I don’t relax very well.relax
In fact the thought of not “doing” something is a bit terrifying to me. If I had to use a metaphor to describe myself, I would say I am like that big pink Energizer Bunny. It is the perfect example of how I go through life and a key ingredient ... Views: 2307
There are a few reasons out there, that can contribute to the greying of our precious locks, none least of which is genetics.
You can't run away from your family genes, I'm afraid. If your family stared turning white in their teens, as mine did, you probably will follow suit...thank God for ... Views: 2285
As I was driving home through the city today I was distracted by all of the commotion outside of my car. Tractor trailers were banging and clanging quickly past me. On the sidewalk, construction workers were shouting to one another, finishing up the day's work. Loud noise, such as radios and car ... Views: 2285
We live in a busy world. There is never enough time! Our priority lists start with the necessities such as family, work, cleaning and eating, and only when we juggle or sacrifice do we find the time for hobbies, personal development and dare I say it, Relaxation. And by relaxation I don't mean ... Views: 2270
Is it more of an effort to keep the facade of being calm and in control at work while the anger fumes inside you? France has introduced legislation to criminalise shouting and applies to both men and woman and to co-habiting couples as well as married couples. If you spend your day at work with ... Views: 2269
WE ARE DIAMONDS!
We are Diamonds! Each of us, as an indestructible, brilliant spark of the Divine, arrives on this Earth with a Divine Diamond Blueprint, or Divine Plan, that is imprinted with our Soul’s Divine Purpose and Highest Diamond Potential, ready and waiting to be awakened and ... Views: 2268
One of the most popular ways to use essential oils is by vaporisation. In other words, encouraging essential oils to evaporate into the air where they can be inhaled and the smell experienced throughout a room.
This is sometimes referred to as "burning" essential oils, and candle operated ... Views: 2261
What better way to help save our planet and “Go Green” then to start in your own backyard? Not only will you be helping Mother Nature by being environmentally friendly, but you can receive therapeutic benefits as well. Physical, emotional as well as spiritual well-being benefits can be ... Views: 2255
When I heard that the film was all about taking down the master control system I was instantly intrigued. Although I hadn't seen the first film I went with friends to see what it was all about. And with it being in Disney Digital 3D, I had a feeling it was going to be good.
And after watching ... Views: 2251
Learning to play and have fun affirms a vital part of you and is a necessary part of building good self-esteem.
The art of being is the order of the day; the art of knowing and accepting yourself; living in passion, joy and inner peace; and valuing play as an integral part of your ... Views: 2247