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I'd be willing to bet we all know people who can recite Biblical scriptures as fluidly as they can say their names. Many times these people are also able to eloquently explain their interpretations of those scriptures. The ability to accurately quote scripture is held in high regard by many, as it is the expectation of those who choose to live according to this text to fervently study it daily, with the assumption they will be able to communicate what they’ve learned to others.

I had an interesting conversation the other night with a man I met at an event. We were talking about an uncomfortable truth—the fact that, no matter how inspired and motivated you may feel about what you do for a living, after a while it tends to start feeling like, well, work. That is, you ...

Technology has advanced enormously over the years, and children now have many different devices at their fingertips to keep them entertained. It is no secret that technology now plays a prevalent role in children’s lives, with both positive and negative effects. Too much of anything is bad for you, and the number of hours children spend staring at a screen is no different. Time spent on children’s favourite digital devices differs depending on age and what they are being

The last couple of weeks, being knocked flat by an infection bug, have certainly given me time to reflect on some real core issues. One great reminder has been the importance of the moment and keeping my mind open to the “potential” of NOW. Within now are answers. "Why not concentrate on the ...

There’s a saying in recovery/treatment/12-step programs that goes: “TREAT THE DISEASE, not the symptoms.” What are the diseases causing your stress? The current economic “crisis”? The political race? The politics in your office? Your son’s report card? Making your next credit card payment? You ...

"Your past cannot be changed, but you can change tomorrow by your actions today." - David McNally

Stress makes you stupid. It sooner or later makes all of us stupid. I can prove it. So can you. Think back to the last time you rushed get to the post office before it closed to mail a package, only to discover when you got there that the package was back on your desk; or rushing to an appointment, you parked your car, and then came back later to discover you couldn’t remember where you had parked it. Be honest – how many times has this happened to you?

Consider the following questions: Are you living the life of your dreams? Do you know how to balance work and play? Do you have all the energy you need to take you through your days? Do you have best friends who support you but don't empower you? Do you ever suffer from feelings of not being ...

For the last 14 plus years I have been on a journey. I had hit a wall in life, in particular the life I was living inside myself. The outside world may have thought things were OK. I had a home, 2 cars, the bills were paid and my consulting company was doing fine from a financial ...

WINNING WEIGHSnPeople never say “It’s only a game,” when they’re winning. Ivern BallnnI love playing pool with my sons. They are very competitive and they love the challenge of playing me. And I just hate myself when I win. I’ve told them that it’s best if I don’t let them win because it will make them more determined to beat me and in turn they will be more accomplished players. But deep down, I like to see the boys winning.nn nDo you always need to win? What d

Love isn’t easy. Oh, sure, falling in love is sometimes the easiest thing in the world - the catch of breath in your throat when you first see them, the infinite hours spent telling each other your stories, the whirlwind passion. It’s as relentless as the pull of gravity. But staying in love? ...

Got Any Reserves? nnnLouis Armstrong sang, “We have all the time in the world.” Are you someone or do you know someone who has all the time in the world? What makes them tick? nnMaybe they’re always punctual. Maybe they’re good at forward planning. Maybe they’ve accepted that everything can’t be done yesterday. Maybe they’re content with where they are. Crucially though, they always seem to have a reserve of time.nnnReserves take the pressure off and give us pea

Job Interview success depends on more than what you say. What you do can also determine whether you become a new employee or another candidate steps out of the unemployment line. Pay close attention to your body language, for a successful job interview. Attention to Details During the interview, the person(s) conducting the meeting will be looking, as well as listening. Sometimes, what is not said speaks louder than the actual spoken words.

It’s no secret that as a business owner, you want to attract more clients to your business. And you want to attract clients that are the best fit for your business. Of course it is easier to do this when you are very clear about the specific problems your business solves and for whom you solve ...

Self help is about individual improvement and about the manner in which you can improve yourself, your state of existence and your life. It is connected to many different categories such as health, wealth, happiness, relationships, self esteem, abundance, and the list goes on. It is a concept ...

There is no argument using the necessity within the insurance for our safety. One human being can disregard the necessity of life insurance. Nonetheless, in the event you are married there is no approach to dismiss the importance of this insurance policy. As part of your absence, this protection will assistance your family from almost any economic crisis. Having a life insurance permits you to lead for the relatives even soon after your death. Now the issue may well occur “

So what is the definition of stress? According to the dictionary it is: “a physical, chemical, or emotional factor that causes bodily or mental tension and may be a factor in disease causation” Experts further define stress as the activation of the “flight or fight ...

I looked in the mirror this morning and this is what I saw; a very tired woman. Not unhappy, not yelling at the kids, but just plain tired. It’s not that I cannot do everything that needs to be done. I can, as long as I don’t sleep. But not sleeping leads to a very cranky version of myself ...

Depression is a well known problem and for good reason. It can make you lose your self-esteem, your focus, your drive, and your appetite. It can give you what can seem like endless problems in your life. In fact, it's not just another problem for a lot of people, but it's something that can keep you from being productive. So, if you're suffering from depression, what are the chances that it will eventually lead to physical health problems? Well, it can, but not for all people

san miguel de allende It was two and a half years ago that I first encountered the magic of San Miguel de Allende in the state of Guanajuato, Mexico. Nestled in the temperate colonial highlands three hours north of Mexico City, it has become a haven for expatriate artists and writers for decades ...

When we live with fear and a lack of self confidence, we need to be in control. Do you see the need to control people, places and things in yourself? Daily, I use the serenity prayer, and on some days, with great frequency. In my professional life, it is easy to slip in to this mode and to be ...

Play Training This summer you may find yourself wanting to have more fun, play and just daydream. Summer is the easiest season to find time for play, relaxation and fun. The warmer weather draws you outdoors more, you connect more frequently with family and friends…. and life just seems lighter and more fun. Summer is also a great time to let go of the “work, work, and more work” mentality. Having fun, playing and relaxing can be good “training” for how to move more easily t

As a business owner, you’ve got a lot going on. Sometimes it’s hard to know what your top priorities are and where to put your focus. And since there are only so many minutes in a day, you need to find the best way to utilize your time so you can grow your business. Figuring out what your ...

If I were to ask you if you liked your job, what would your answer be? If I were to ask you if the job you have now excites or energizes you, what would your answer be? Is this the job you have always dreamed of having? Quite possibly, you may say that you like your job, but can you honestly say this job is what you planned for yourself ten years ago? Generally, I find that most people are not pursuing the career they always dreamed of having. What holds people back from chas

There is an old expression that rings true so often. “I could complicate the Lord’s Prayer”. Not withstanding that the Lord’s Prayer is a complicated document, I think we all know the intended thought behind complicating it. Often wonder how nice it would be to walk the ...

NOWn“.... to be or not to be: that is the question.” - William Shakespear, “Hamlet,” Act: 3nnBe all you want to be: that is the answer! Thomas Chalmers, on life, act: NownnnWhatever your stage in life it is never too late to change direction and create that life that you really want. To think otherwise would be a tragedy of Shakespearean proportions.nn nIf you are not happy with where you are today, in any area of your life, then maybe you need to have an intermission

To me, the simple answer to this question is yes. The complex answer, another yes! In both my recovery to a more abundant and joyous life, and my reaching fulfilling work (and golf results), goal setting is a key. If I don’t have targets, write them down, and measure against them, how will ...

Bed Bug Dogs NYC Bed Bug Issue has been posing a severe threat to an extent never ever imagined before. Precautions and remedies we have employed since generations are now proving to be of lesser significance when compared to the massive immunity they have accumulated over the years. Attributing to the large scale infestations that they have created in the most developed cities of modern world ‘New York’; they have surely managed to affect the ecological balance human bei

Black HolesnnnnEver experienced a downward spiral? You know - one of those days or weeks or months when absolutely nothing went you way? A time when the odds were stacked against you? When everything you touched fell apart? When you wondered if you would ever be able to prove yourself to the people with the power to propel you? nnnBe assured: everybody gets that downtrodden feeling. Everybody, no matter who they are, gets sucked into one of those black holes of desperation an

Looking back (which I do only for this article), I can see how I allowed it to start and to build. I remember reading a book that contained a story very similar to a painful experience in my life over twenty years ago. I kept reading. I allowed myself to go back and dig through the painful memories. I even retold the story to some friends who had never heard it before. With every bit of that, I let go of my joyful, ebullient mood. I could feel it happening and still continued

The full form of ACS is the Australian Computer Society. Engineers coming to Australia to work in the report writing companies need to meet some requirements to get a post in the Rpl Report Writing Services Ausrtalia . An assessment needs to be done to assess migrant engineers. The interested and aspiring candidates need to follow the guidelines and tips mentioned in the ACS booklet to get into RPL report writing services in Australia. The Skill assessment report can be attac

Like millions of people all over the world, my family watched the Academy Awards on Sunday night. People watch “the Oscars” for different reasons. Some people watch because they enjoy the fashion show and like to see the costume choices. Some people watch because they can’t wait to see who won ...

I like others, can be sensitive to what others say, and what I perceive they think, about me? Can anyone relate? I have a very deep faith that the higher power in my life exists within (as well as outside) me. As I go through my journey, and with the beliefs I have, I must be mindful that ...

There’s an old story about a city slicker watching a farmer begin to train a mule. First, the farmer picked up a two-by-four and hit the mule over the head. Then he did it again … and again. The city slicker finally said, “I don’t get it. What are you trying to teach him?” The farmer replied, “I’m not trying to teach him anything yet; I’m just trying to get his attention.” Every day, your body and mind may be trying to get your attention before you have a big stress breakdown, resulting in anything from minor illness to a heart attack. Are you paying attention?

You guessed it, procrastination! Procrastination by definition is to put off intentionally the doing of something that should be done. It also means to put off intentionally and habitually. The Wikipedia states that procrastination is the deferment or avoidance of an action or task. "For the ...

Would you like to increase your business? In Jay Abraham’s book, Getting Everything You Can Out of All You’ve Got, he says there are only three ways (or a combination thereof) to increase your business and make more money. They are: 1. Increase the number of your clients 2. Increase the ...

A renowned visionary once said, "Treasure trove can be found in books alone than an entire pirates loot bin on Treasure Island, and the best part is you can enjoy these riches throughout your life." There are times that despite all the efforts they have given, some people just don't learn. After several years of teaching, answers from test exams were compiled by the teacher. They are as follows: The Magna Carta provided that no free man should be hanged twice for the same off

Sleeping with the Enemynn nSuccess is often sabotaged by a lack of self-care: a loss of self-awareness. In the dash for success and accomplishment we can often forget to remember ourselves. We can forget that if we fail to look after those areas of our life that are fundamental to our sustenance - let’s call that our personal foundation - we’ll eventually be unable to look after anyone else, never mind get to the top of hierarchy or the bottom of our to-do list.nn nThis i

Here's something to contemplate - like I haven't given you enough to think about! How do you move through your life? Do you do each activity that arises just to get done, without really thinking about it. You have things you want to do, but do you become really present in the process? I have ...

The Point of No ReturnsnnWhen you are in the throes of changing your life, you will eventually reach the ‘point of no return’: a critical juncture after which there is no way back to the way things were. nnnThe point of no return will mean different things to different people but essentially, it is the stage at which the deal is done: you’ve handed in your resignation or accepted the buyout package or told the person you needed to tell whatever it is you needed to tell

Before you can learn much about how to use personal branding for a competitive edge, it’s important to have an understanding of what personal branding is. Fortunately, it’s possible to take a look at the way many successful people have used personal branding to get a feel for what it is and how it can work for you. Personal branding is something that has been done by a number of well known people.

Every now and again we all experience a really crappy day. One of those days where everything and everybody seem to have conspired against you and nothing goes right. Your car breaks down, your daughter has a temper tantrum, your spouse is upset, you forget your umbrella and get soaking wet in the rain and on and on it goes. Every now and again you may even feel crappy for no apparent reason at all and that can be challenging. I have certainly experienced it and really questi

'Most people are about as happy as they make up their mind to be.' Abraham Lincol I'm happy. My Email software has developed a frustrating problem, it's been raining for days, the car has sprung a leak which will be very expensive to fix - and I'm still happy. How can I tell? How can anyone ...

He has awoken us to our greatest power. Are you Presidential in your own life? What better time is there than to ask this question? I highly encourage you to watch Obama victory speech if you haven't already. His victory speech is very powerful! One of the many things he said was this "I ...

Your perspective of the world is unique to you. It’s your interpretation of information gathered through your senses of sight, sound, smell, taste and touch which are woven together to form a picture that is then tinted and shaded by your society, culture, education, family beliefs, the media as well as your individual ‘evidence’ gained throughout your life. As a result even a twin will perceive his or her world in many different ways from their sibling, despite having a virt

The pancreas is a small gland found in the abdomen just a little below the breast and very close to the stomach. It produces enzymes and hormones which helps break down foods we eat. One of the most known hormones it produces is insulin. The pancreas produces enzymes that continue the process of breaking down foods, which begins in the stomach. The pancreas also produces hormones, most recognizes is insulin, which controls the balance of glucose between the blood and the res

From post at www.hopeserenity.cannI got up early this morning, and while taking my quiet time, the word BALANCE kept playing through my head. I have the privledge of coaching several people and helping them to articulate and move towards goals in various parts of their lives. As well, I do a ...

A week ago, I was facing surgery for the first time since I underwent a psychic change through the process of recovery. Lets be honest, the surgery was not life threatening although what was being corrected caused constant pain. I was not thrilled by the thought of someone cutting my groin area, ...

Know NeednnnnThe sixties pop group, The Hollies, sang, “Sometimes, all I need is the air that I breath and to love you.” nnnWhat do you need? Oxygen, water, sleep and the obligatory nine portions of fruit and vegetables per day? Yes. But what else do you - the person reading these words - really need? Beyond the basics, what are your real needs? nnnDo you need to lead, achieve, build, create, organize, teach, preach, write....? Do you have a need for honesty, truth, love,

“Mom, when we get home I need to show you something really cool!” exclaimed my 8-year-old son Jack when I picked him up from school the other day. When we got home, he opened his backpack, pulled out his Social Studies book, opened it up to the last few pages and said—“Look, isn’t this cool?” ...