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Most of us have been taught that love is a commodity. Something someone either has for us or not. Something that can either be given or taken away, won or lost. Thus, we become dependent on an ‘other’ to make us feel happy and secure. But any dependency can be fraught with distress and danger, because it leaves us at the mercy of someone else for our sense of well-being. This is my definition of Conditional Love.r

Henry Schein Inc. is a well known name when it comes to medical supplies and health care products. The company has a wide variety of products that range from dental products, veterinary products, vaccines, pharmaceuticals and medical equipments. The company serves hundred thousands of physicians from across the world. It dominates in the North American market and serves close to 87 per cent of 143000 US and Canadian office-based dental practices and laboratories. Henry Schein

Ever since I can remember, I have loved cats. I resonate with their purrrrring, relax when watching them groom, laugh when I find them in unexpected places or poses, take photos when they are being particularly ‘cute’, learn from them about stretching, napping, scampering and how to have fun with whatever’s in front of me. Cats rock. Cats are awesome teachers about creativity. Once I decided I could embark along the path known as the artist’s way even though I wasn’

One of the things I do when I work with groups is I ask people to try out a few writing exercises, just to see where they may take them. Here’s one that may prove interesting. Take a moment and recall all the times you caused your parents trouble. There must have been a few. Whether it was catching measles and chickenpox consecutively, or the time you banged up the family car, or the other mistakes that led to them digging a little deeper in their wallets, I’m sure you ca

Gratitude is a practice that becomes a habit. We learn to suspend judgement of ourselves and then others. Holding space for the awareness of grace, even when it is difficult and uncomfortable. Joy comes with/from/thru feeling all emotions, knowing we are accepted/loved in all things. I often make the comment "One DAY at a time seems overly ambitious to me.

I 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 genius of the sea.” Some people speak of genius or intelligence as if it were something only humans possess, its abode “the castle of intellect.” Stevens’ famous poem mu

With all the shootings, wars, and violence in the world, not to mention the heat of the our current political environment, it’s easy to lose sight of the good. Yet good there is, always. Good people striving to make the world a better place regardless of the turmoil of the moment. Two stunning examples come to mind: Weighted blankets – blankets that weigh 10% of the person’s body weight, made of what looks like small bean bags sewn together. For reasons science can’t yet fi

Most of us begin our days with a continuous list of things we need to do to keep our lives running smoothly, but we rarely take time to note all the things we don’t need to do. For example, we don’t need to figure out how to breathe. We don’t need to find a way to make sure the earth continues to revolve around the sun. We don’t need to concentrate to ensure that our heart beats and our cells regenerate. All of these things, and many more, take care of themselves with

Every evening, minus a few exceptions, the first thing I do when I get in bed is write in my gratitude journal. I take a couple of minutes to answer questions about my happiness such as 'what am I grateful for?', 'what did I do great today?', and 'what amazing things happened today?'. It's something that I absolutely love doing, and it has provided me with more benefits that I initially could imagine. I don't believe in quick fixes when it comes to happiness, I think it's som

nGratitude is like a state of being. Some people are always grateful whereas other people may feel dissatisfied and unhappy with their lot. Valuing gratitude means that you see the world in a different way. You see what is around you, you hear the birds singing, you hear the voices of children playing, you see life bursting forth. In seeing these things, you feel gratitude and thankfulness for such beauty.nnGratitude is deeper than feeling happy. It is about a state of mind.

There are reasons, good reasons, why certain people have reached the state of constant happiness - it's all about things like wonder, self satisfaction, never forgetting ones roots and the inspiration gained from others...rn rn... others who are or have been in worse positions than yourself - but are happy, as well as those fortunates who have gotten themselves into the happy position that you would like to be in. Habit No.1... Be Inspired By Others It never ceases to amaze a

1.BackgroundnnIn the life reality created by ourselves, we want to live better, feel better and get abundant resources. However, for most of us, we have to find we want many more things: car, house, love, money, respect, success, and health and so on. Once we begin to pay attention to our unsatisfactory situation, we begin to feel bad and unfortunately we are astonished to find we will find more of this situation of lack in the influence of this bad feeling.nnThe law of attra

Life is challenging. We all know that. What we don’t often know is how to manage our reactions to everyday stressors. And, in general, it is those reactions that tend to make things feel bigger and harder, or smaller and more manageable. Here are a few suggestions that might be helpful in soothing your anxiety, and putting your next challenge into a less stressful perspective.r

This book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Gratitude . Gratitude is the outward manifestation of feelings of thankfulness and appreciation. Katherine Scherer & Eileen Bodoh are the Official Guides to Gratitude . Count Your Blessings: The Healing Power of Graitude and Love, by John Demartini, is a valuable resource for people interested in Being Grateful and it is available through Amazon and Barnes and Noble . n You could lead the life you’d love, if

It sometimes happens that you are unable to find a nice present when you shop for gifts. Perhaps you have to deal with some unexpected situations and you don't have time to go shopping, or you just can't make up your mind what to buy, or have to mind your expenses. All these can make gift-shopping a problem you won't like to deal with. For such times, it’s always handy to have a "mini gift shop" in your own home. nnLet's say it’s your best friend’s birthday party and yo

It seems that out of everything, comes something good. Last week I attended the funeral of my brother-in-law. During the sermon, his past life was recalled. Where he was born, his high school, his military experience, his occupation. The pastor went on to discuss the things that he enjoyed in ...

Sometimes we get lost. In the swirl and whirl of our thoughts. In the energy of our emotions. So lost, we can find ourselves angry, hurt, terrified, bewildered, or worried and out of time, in a memory we React to as if it were real in this very moment, or a prediction of a future that terrifies. This is our imagination, and in that moment, we are our worst enemy. Because in that getting lost we forget who and where we really are, and what is really true.r

This weekend, as I was driving my car, with the roof down, I almost started crying. It was a most beautiful day… warm and sunny and the trees had just started to bloom. The day felt like a beautiful gift. I started to think of all the good things I had in my life and realized how lucky I was. My son is a junior in high school and is ready to embark on the next stage of his life, college. I realized how lucky I am to have a happy, healthy son who has a bright future and still

What is the power of positive thinking? Is there any scientific basis for believing that thinking positively is actually beneficial? That really depends on which scientists you ask. Quantum physicists are more likely to say “yes”. Of course, it’s only a theory, but many people have seen it work in their lives. First, you must start with gratitude. Rather than just thinking about what you want, think about what you have to be grateful for. Think about a homeless person a

You have a right and even a responsibility to be happy. Happiness is a state of mind. Many people let life pass them by because they choose to be unhappy. (Bet you are thinking, “Judi, people don’t choose to be unhappy. It just happens.) Wrong! People who sit around complaining, whining, worrying, procrastinating, and gossiping about other people instead of making the best of every day, are actually choosing to be miserable. They talk about the past and how it was “back when.

If your upbringing was anything like mine, you probably grew up in a family where strong feelings weren’t too well-tolerated. I was told to ‘rise above’ when I was unhappy, and to ‘simmer down’ when I was having too much fun. I came to learn that in the vast continuum of emotional experience there was a narrow middle ground that was socially acceptable. Most of us know that ground as the arena of being “fine”.r

Having a baby is a time for celebration. When your newborn is admitted to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit due to prematurity or a medical condition that delays the transition home, vulnerability, stress, and overwhelm over shadow this joy. As much as support from others is welcome at a time like this, it becomes crucial to gather your inner strengths and connect to your support within. Practicing these 5 Steps opens the door to connecting to your inner power.rn1.Spend time e

The Hindu mythology boosts of 33 crore Gods and Goddesses. Each of these deities are known to possess unique powers. Hanuman holds a special position in Hinduism. Would-be mothers and young men worship Hanuman most sincerely. Hanuman is known for several distinguished features. Let us contemplate about Hanuman and the metaphysical powers that the Hanuman charms are believed to possess. rnHanuman is known as the biggest worshipper of Lord Ram. He is epitome of spiritual discip

It’s very easy to express gratitude for the good things life brings. We all do that from time to time. Feeling grateful is a wonderful emotion. It transmits positive energy out into the Universe that then lure elements that lie within the same frequency. How is that possible? When you help those in need and they express gratitude, how does that make you feel? Does it feel great to be appreciated? Would you help them out in future too? You obviously would! Well, what if you

Have an Attitude of Gratitude Gratitude is one of the easiest and most powerful ways to transform your life. It will help you to understand how to find inner happiness. If you become truly grateful, you will magnetize all you need, wherever you go, and in everything you do. In fact, without gratitude, nothing can ever change. Your life will change to the degree that you use gratitude and begin to be grateful. If you are just a little bit grateful, your life will change just a

There was little for me to do, but paint my toe nails green. I signed the petition to help the people of Iran and then I dashed off to get a mani-pedi. Still thinking about Iran, I chose green for my pedicure. Perhaps, it was a silly little gesture. My toes were now the color of mold. As I looked at my fashion faux pas and felt a warm glow fill my body which seemed to affect my eyesight. I was grateful...for all the small details in my life. Everywhere I looked I saw somethin

Love Finds The Way Love is the greatest equalizer that we all come to know. It does not care who you are, what you do, where you live, or what you think. It takes you where you need to be and shows you what you need to do. It is exacting and timely. It is ethereal and practical. It is exuberant and expressive, expansive and eternal. It is what we know in the very beginning and what we only know at the very end. It is a depth of sustaining comfort when all else fails. It is wh

As the average age of men and women in the Armed Forces rises, many are a part of the Sandwich Generation, concerned about caring for family members at home as they continue their service to the country. Their burden becomes especially apparent on Veterans Day, a time for all of us to pay tribute to American veterans of all wars. nnYet, even on Veterans Day, controversy surrounds the most meaningful ways to honor those who have served in the past and support our troops who ar

Do circumstances need to change before you allow happiness into your life? The majority of us have many preconceived ideas which we think will make us happier, however we steadfastly refuse to be convinced or satisfied until such things happen. A common stumbling block however is the fact that even if certain things happen to us, we’re rarely satisfied with the outcome! Our focus then shifts to even bigger and better things which we believe will makes us more happy or happi

Developing an attitude of gratitude has been recognized by wellness experts and psychologists as one of the most basic things everyone can do to improve their lives. It helps in stress reduction, motivation and keeping oneself healthy. In order to form the habit of being grateful everyday, there are certain changes you can make in your daily routine. For one you can start keeping a gratitude journal. A gratitude journal is different from a normal journal – which is a record

Imagine getting a glass of water and as you fill it, water leaks out of holes in the glass. How much more effort would it take to quench your thirst and fill your belly than if you had a glass that is intact?nnA similar leakage happens when we do not take the time to fill our own well with acknowledgment of our progress. As we make our way toward completion of our goals, whether it is writing a book, building a web site, or raising a healthy child, we may forget to pause alon

"As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them." ~ John Fitzgerald KennedynnThe role of Gratitude in my life was apparent to me even before I watched The Secret DVD, but that video really reinforced it for me.n nIn her book Something More: Excavating Your Authentic Self, Sarah Ban Breathnach says: "Being Grateful. That's the first step to the path of joy." nnOprah, among others, has frequently advo

Gratitude or thankfulness has long been touted by humanists and philosophers. Recently, even scientists involved in a field called positive psychology, which aims to help high-functioning individuals to function better, have recognized the power of gratitude and the immense benefits of making gratitude a practice. A habit of gratitude has been found to result in increased feelings of happiness and well-being. In order to harness the power of gratitude, you must make it part o

You could have knocked me over with a feather when Syracuse University economist Arthur Brooksnsaid last in December 07 on Marketplace.publicradio.org that his studies show that giving awaynmoney actually makes your bank balance grow. nnThat's counterintuitive, isn't it? said host Kai Ryssdal.nnActually, people GIVE because they're better off, but the study shows that they're also BETTER OFF BECAUSE THEY GIVE!nnBrooks decided the theory was worth testing. Lots of data support

This book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Gratitude . Gratitude is the outward manifestation of feelings of thankfulness and appreciation. Katherine Scherer & Eileen Bodoh are the Official Guides to Gratitude . Thanks!: How the New Science of Gratitude Can Make You Happier, by Robert Emmons, is a valuable resource for people interested in Gratitude Practice and it is available through Amazon and Barnes and Noble . n Did you know that there is a crucial com

There are times when you may not be very sure as to which gift you should give to your dear ones. You may also feel bored with the usual gift items that you simply end up picking whatever catches your attention. In such cases, consider the following:nnTry Discount Vouchers and Gift CertificatesnnDiscount vouchers and gift certificates become an interesting gift option. They are easily available, easy to carry and allow your recipients to buy something for themselves.nnDiscoun

Right now, on the opposite side of the planet from where I am, millions of Iranians young and old have been flooding the streets in protest. Why? Because they stood in line for hours to vote for what they believed in, and someone decided that their votes didn’t matter. The regime shamelessly shut down text messaging, websites and all reporting, just so it could have its way. Iran is the world’s youngest country. Over 70% of its population is under 30. And frankly, they’

Much of my work in stress and lifestyle balance is about teaching people how happy people live in the grace of gratitude. These happy individuals are grateful daily for their breath, their heartbeats, their health, the people they love and every blessing in their lives. They don’t rush by life in a panic like most of us do. They drink in each experience and say, “thanks for that delicious moment.” I’ve never known a spiritual person or a happy person that wasn’t gra

Gratitude November means the Thanksgiving Holiday; that got me thinking about gratitude. Thanks, appreciation, gratitude; it’s all the same feeling. But how often do we stop and take inventory of what is right in our lives? I suppose we pay more attention to what we don’t like in an attempt to fix it, but it’s easy to make that focus on the negative a habit, and we can end up ignoring all that is good around us. How many wonderful things are in you life right now, that you

"Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you." - 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18nnI have to admit that following this quote and doing what it says is hard for me. How can you be "joyful always"? nnSo many things happen to us that make it difficult to "give thanks in all circumstances". nnPeople get divorced, suffer from illness, have financial problems, and lose their jobs. Many people are lonely, depressed, and lose babies to

In the 1980s, I started a daily practice that I still maintain today. I was attending an intense personal growth workshop at Deerwood, Minnesota. One night, as I lay on the top bunk in a rustic dorm room filled with a dozen women, someone mentioned her practice of gratitude. nnAware of my natural tendency to focus on the half-empty cup, I decided to try it that night. I did it again the next night and the next. Now, more than 20 years later, I still continue with a gratitude

There are moments when we find ourselves in the conundrum of having too much on our plates and having very little time for it, resulting in rising tension. Moreover, life is not always a smooth ride. There are times, which bring a multitude of problems, all causing stress, pressure, and unrest. This building up of stress and tension are the major causes behind the loss of peace of mind. This, in turn, can adversely affect your health and well being. To lead a balanced life, i

Unless you've been living in a cave you've probably nseen the movie "The Secret." It explains how there isna Law of Attraction that governs the Universe and Ifnyou follow that law you can manifest all your desires.nWhat they don't tell you is where it came from.nnThe Secret Law of Attraction comes from the "New Thought"nmovement of the late 1800s and early 1900s. In particularnfrom a book by Wallace D. Wattles called "Science ofnGetting Rich," which teaches a scientific metho

rnDubai has become one of the most glamorous cities in the world. Surprisingly, although there are still many areas that need a lot of improvement and have suffered from inattention, which should have improved over time. Like the roads that need to be paved and made new. Poor working conditions and low-quality accommodation for the working class are also a topic to be investigated. Another missing element is the singles accommodation environment. This land of dreams does not

What is so special about receiving gifts? Surely, it has to do with the joy of knowing that someone cares about you, that you mean something to those people. While this deeper, human-relational meaning of gifts is quite significant, we should not overlook the surface.nnTo better understand the context of gift-giving and the excitement that arises from it, perhaps we should think of the most excellent gift receivers of all: children. In their case, it’s not the realization o

This book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Gratitude . Gratitude is the outward manifestation of feelings of thankfulness and appreciation. Katherine Scherer & Eileen Bodoh are the Official Guides to Gratitude . Gratitude Works: Open Your Heart to Love, by Katherine Scherer & Eileen Bodoh, is a valuable resource for people interested in Thankfulness and it is available through Amazon and Barnes and Noble . n Gratitude Works is more than a pretty book to set

If you're a last-minute shopper during the holiday season, you've no doubt fallen victim to sky-high prices of gift items. During the holidays, it's a well-known fact that department stores and shop owners hike up their prices to take advantage of the high demand. nnIf you want to save more money on items that aren't that expensive in the first place, consider shopping off-season, particularly just after the holidays. During this time, prices go back to normal; many even go o

Are you ready for wealth building with an investment that has infinite returns?nnTrue wealth begins in the heart. You can create enduring wealth and prosperity and an endless waterfall of giving and receiving with one simple but profound feeling and practice, gratitude . It's the best investment you'll ever make.nnThe simple focus of gratitude lifts my spirits, opens my eyes to all the riches I have within and around me and brings a smile. From the breakfast I just ate, to a

Most of us become anxious when we are not feeling well. Our stability and security are threatened, and we become fearful. “What if I have to take off from work again?” or “How will I manage if I get sick?” are questions we may ask ourselves while feeling our anxiety build. Whether we are dealing with a serious illness or just an off day, it is important to eliminate stress as much as possible. A good way to do this is to tune in to gratitude. Gratitude, like other pos

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