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When I separated, in 2015, I bought this house from a man living alone who had to sell his house because he did not have the money to pay for it. He had not been able to do all the renovations he would have liked. rnCurrently, this house was for me a place of peace and a sign of renewal. All hopes were possible, and life remained to come; this was the beginning of a new life. It was two years ago. I worked from home, in the digital and print media, and it was up to me to make

You not only deserve to be pampered after a tough day at work, but sometimes you really just need it, especially when it comes to laying your head on a pillow. What you need is a bedroom that’s fit for royalty after spending a day putting out fires at work. In order to create a bedroom that’s fit for a queen, or king, you’ll need a discriminating taste for modern style of bedding, and an eye for color, design, and quality in the materials used to make contemporary beddi

Great Garlic! Although garlic gets a bad rap for causing bad breath, the health benefits definitely outweigh the negatives. The key ingredient in garlic is something called allicin. Allicin is known to have superior properties in four areas: as an antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, and antioxidant. Eating garlic regularly will help lower blood pressure, aid in fighting disease by strengthening your immune system, and control blood sugar and blood cholesterol. It may even help fight the risk of stomach and colon cancer.

Imagine living in a world where you are free to explore the best in yourself and offer it to others. You have no concerns about where you will live or how you will live. Food, shelter, and transportation are free. Everywhere you go it is safe to travel and everyone you meet is interested in who you are and why you have come. The Earth is clean and beautiful and life seems to shimmer with joy. Life is a beautiful adventure and your body cannot wait to get up to greet another d

Doubtlessly it must be called the miracle of brain skill that man in comparison to his primordial ancestors has reached a state in life that it manifold better and with the aid of modern science he is daily inventing newer materials for comfortable living. On seeing these miraculous attainments we must not aver from believing that man is the supreme child of Almighty God yet a question mark is attached to this supremacy since man misuses his brilliant brain for destructive go

Over half a million people lost their jobs last month. There's no question we need a job-creation plan. The real question is what kind of plan will most quickly stimulate the economy and at the same time provide the best long-term investment for our nation.rn rnLet's urge President Obama and Congress to use the American Recovery and Reinvestment Job-Creation Plan to massively invest in our human infrastructure: that is, in human capacity development. Investment in our materia

When I watched the YouTube clip of President Obama with Chancellor Merkel and Holocaust survivor Eli Weisel placing individual roses at the memorial at Buchenwald death camp, I was deeply moved. I felt both sadness at the horrors we as a species are capable of, and encouraged by what we as a species are capable of acknowledging about ourselves, however painful. To evolve into intelligent, caring beings we have to be able to soberly tell the truth about our most base instincts

Beauty as an industry is growing each day all over the world. Even in India the beauty business has grown leaps and bounds. You will find a salon or a spa in every nook and corner of the country today. With the constant balancing act many people have now days with work and personal lives, relaxation has become a vital part of everyone’s existence. rnWith everyone working long hours and usually without much physical activity involved, rejuvenation and relaxation have become

New rage in the vehicle markets is gas scooters. One of the main reasons for this is that they can save a lot of money for the users and the cumulative savings would be huge. At the same time these vehicles are much more environment friendly in comparison to traditional scooters and motor cycles. Main Advantages of Gas Scooters Some of the major advantages of using the gas scooters instead of the traditional scooters are as follows.rnSince these gases powered scooters are fue

What has technology given to us? This is not as nagging a question as it may seem at first glance. Answer to this question comes instantly to us. Answer in itself is “Fast”. This word talks about the super human speed that technology represents. Satellites are one reason of this speed. They have made live coverage of any event organized in any part of the world possible. Live News is in great demand hence. Majorly, events of Sports are hit by this “live” fever. In tim

Can you fight AGAINST injustice? What does it mean to protest? The situation in Iran brings up many questions about the power of peoples voices and how they use their voice. The story of Neda Agha-Soltan ignites passionate emotion, because she really wasn't "fighting"...

Ask about yourself honestly. Does it ever occur to you that my life is just like that, no passion, no change, and no difference? Does it ever occur to you that it is about time to change before you are incapable of? Is it just the right time to start a new life before it is too late? Why don’t you give yourself a chance to change it?

To the Muslim world, we seek a new way forward, based on mutual interest and mutual respect.” When President Barack Obama said that during his January 2009 presidential inaugural address, he sent a clear message to the world’s 1.3 billion Muslims.nn A few weeks ago in Ankara, he fulfilled his promise to give a major foreign policy speech from a capital in a Muslim-majority country in the first 100 days of his presidency. Obama told the Turkish Parliament that, “The Unit

The Canadian Cancer Society has refused to answer questions about public misstatements its officials have made about UV exposure and has refused to sit down with representatives of the Canadian sunbed industry to even discuss the matter, despite requests from government officials that such a meeting should take place. The Joint Canadian Tanning Association on Feb. 21 formally requested a meeting with CCS officials to discuss CCS misstatements in its lobbying efforts and ways

When I read the word calm, the first thing that comes to my mind, is the beautiful sea. Having been raised in a city along the coastline, it is very difficult to not fall in love with the sea. It has this soothing, calming effect on the mind. In a life too fast to catch up, the sea brings some calm. So, what exactly do I mean by calm and the calming effect? Let's have a look. What is calm? • The term 'calm' is a feeling, where you feel no strong emotion, like hate, anger, f

We each have the power to cultivate sustainable personal peace, build greater confidence and create fulfilling relationships. It’s a jou ey that can begin with intention and a willingness to love YOU, that much. Love yourself as if you are worthy of the greatest gifts life can offer. From my point of view, what greater gifts are there but a heart full of peace and fulfilling relationships?

“ The most obvious misconception about Hinduism is that we tend to see it as just another religion…” -AnonymousrnSanatan Dharma or Hinduism (as we know it today) is a way of life or Dharma. You do not convert, you just accept the Hindu way of life. Considering Hinduism as a religion is one of the most common misconception people have in today’s world. You will be surprised to know that the word “Hindu” or “Hinduism” has no existence in ancient scriptures or te

Spring is finally here. For some of us, the winter was long cold, and the snow stayed on the ground a very long time. The warmer air, the longer hours of sunlight, it just makes you want to get out a do things. So while you might be planning things this spring, plan time for you to brighten someone’s day . The initial thing you can do is look at other folks within your day to day life. Most folks interact with folks all day , but do we ever stop and truly have a look at the

Almost every day we come across some news or another about the atrocities of the Talibans in Afghanistan and Pakistan.nnMost of us have been viewing this issue as some incomprehensible disease in a remote and perennially troubled part of the world. The truth is, as we have all come to learn through the proliferating power of media and the internet that it is not so much a remote part of the world anymore.nnThe world has become such a global village that needless to say, no ma

If you are feeling like America isn’t what it used to be, you may need a change of scenery. I’m in a small Kansas town of around 3,000 people. It’s a far cry from the other places I’ve lived in my life. Having grown up in Wichita, the largest city in Kansas, and then spending years in San Francisco and Houston, I’d consider myself to be a city girl. But small town America is special because it is still the America of our grandparents and… the America of our youth

Note: PLEASE READ MY MEDICAL AND HEALTH DISCLAIMER FOR MORE INFORMATION. In current society, we use a lot of 3C products for long hours. We are using our eyes to watch our screen very often. Moreover, there is more and more pollution around us. That makes our eye protection much more important.

by Deepak Chopra and Salman Ahmad rnPakistan is a war zone, but its battle is far more cultural than military. The whole country realizes this fact and is holding its breath, hoping that President Obama will come to the same realization. As long as the United States pursues the futile military policy of the Bush years, the situation in Pakistan will grow increasingly dire.rnCatastrophe looms. Although Pakistan is an overwhelmingly Muslim nation, culture, not religion, is the

Life is complicated and stressful. Learn 7 ways to simplify your life so you can be happier and healthier in 2019. 2019 has already rolled its way in and we're determined to help you make it a good one. These days, life is so fast paced that it's a miracle some of us can even keep it all together. We overcomplicate most of the things we do, whether it's our relationships, bills, or our jobs. It's time to take a step back, breathe, and reinvent the way we do things.rn rnTo kic

To the 65.8 million wonderful people of Iran,nn As an American Muslim human rights lawyer, I write to you today to kindly ask for the immediate release of American journalist Roxana Saberi. In order to continue the advancement of peaceful dialogue between our two nations, it is an absolute moral (and religious) imperative to immediately release Ms. Saberi so that she can continue her work in journalism and continue to give a voice to the majority of voiceless Iranian people t

Even before his inauguration, President Obama signaled a change of attitude toward Islam. He renounced the term "war on terror" and has never even flirted with another right-wing favorite, "clash of civilizations." Since taking office he has addressed the Islamic world with respect -- a key concept in that culture -- and recently declared in Israel that the United States is not at war with Islam and never will be.nnThis shift in attitude seems like exactly the right one. But

Today, communication is instantaneous. Like the phrase, “a shot heard around the world”, an online post is sent into the media stratosphere with the potential to surface anywhere, be read by anyone and unfortunately remain forever. You’re getting divorced. You may or may not be happy about this, or perhaps worse case scenario, you had no idea your marriage was in trouble until you saw your spouse’s Facebook page or someone sent you a Snapchat or an Instagram of someth

Please know that as if you are a business owner, then your clients, employees and business operations are an important and integral part of your day-to-day operations and their safety should be for you a priority concern. There is a variety of insurance coverage available for almost all possible risks your business might encounter. You should therefore talk with your insurance agent or broker and seek his informed opinion about the type of insurance to cover your specific bus

I recently visited the lively, beautiful city of Berlin. It was my first visit, and I brought with the visit what the word "Berlin" has meant to me. In my mind Berlin is a city that has lived at the center of extremes. In the 1930's it was a pleasure capitol of hedonistic fulfillment. In the 1940's, it was the center of Hitler and his Nazi followers' diabolic implementation of the Third Reich's new world order. In the 1950's and 60's it was a main focal point of the cold war

The war of words between President Obama and Dick Cheney has exposed a rancorous divide over national security. Mr. Cheney states flatly that there is no middle ground on the issue. There is no such thing as being half-safe, he declares. On the face of it, his statement is nonsensical. Unless he has a way of screening the thoughts and intentions of every potential enemy in the world, we will always be half safe. But is that the real issue? Aren’t we talking about our right

There's no preferred feeling over nailing a bounce, a trot flight, or a moderate Western run. When riding requires so much teach, it likewise makes the prizes that considerably sweeter. Riding abandons you feeling fulfilled, and can be a great certainty promoter. Before you take off to your next riding lesson, ponder what riding is truly showing you and how remedial the demonstration of riding can be. When you ride, the outside world backs off and blurs away. Riding is the id

Here’s quite an n website nnfor peaceworkers! The URL made me laugh out loud. International Peace and Conflict. Talk about a juxtaposition.n nnYes, I suppose peacework is most often about conflict, but what I liked about this resource is its community. Here’s what they say about themselves.nn“This is a free professional networking site (with over 6840 members from around the world) to foster dialogue and sharing of resources in international development, conflict resolu

The terrorist attacks in New York and Washington DC on September 11, 2001 shocked the international community. Terrorism, which by and large was considered a phenomena limited to middle east and South Asia, was threatening the world’s most rich and powerful — the United States. The initial response to these terrorist acts was a knee-jerk military attack led by the US on the bases of al-Qaeda and its host Taliban in Afghanistan. As the dust settled in the mountains of ‘T

During COVID-19, nearly 7 million people have contracted the disease and roughly 200,000 people have lost their lives. The grief that is associated with this loss can be devastating and has been compounded because the pandemic has made it more difficult to mou the loss of loved ones in a traditional manner. Grieving coach and author JustTroia uses the term "Good Grief" to help individuals understand that learning to grieve will help them to live through the loss. Troia Butche

As of this writing, it looks like the war in Iraq is winding down. So as we prepare to leave, I feel strongly that for all we have destroyed, and for all we have tried to build back up in the way of security and infrastructure, we also need to try to reconstruct some cultural interiors in Iraq—we need to restore some of the dignity of the Iraqi people and pay tribute to their once and future greatness. Toward this end, I have conceived and designed a teaching memorial for B

“When nothing is done, nothing is left undone.” The Tao te Ching Do you approach the holidays in a spirit of leaving nothing undone? I totally get it, and I feel your pain. My holidays used to include a ten-foot Christmas tree, a perfect specimen, chosen with a careful eye and festooned with hundreds of carefully placed lights, trinkets, and toys. It took two ladders and several days to complete it My family didn’t share my attention to detail. “Mom,” my eleven year

Awareness is important for people who wish to revel in well-rounded and serene existences. If you want to lead a long and productive life, you should figure out how to boost your awareness levels. Luckily, there are numerous methods that can take you far in the awareness world. Take Part in Regular Yoga Sessions Yoga is a practice that has been helping people stay connected with themselves for ages. If you want to improve the bond that exists between your physique and your mi

“Fact: - If standard of living is your number one objective, quality of life almost never improves. But if the quality of life is your number one objective, the standard of living invariably improves.” — Zig Ziglar(American author & Motivational Speaker) In this whole world of chaos, by running after money, achieving high standards in the job, living the luxury life around high tech gadgets, we often forget to increase the standard of our life. To increase the standard

If you read my Seeds*, you already know that I consider complaining a form of pollution. It’s amazing how much of it we do! In fact, I might even go so far as to say that complaint has become a form of ordinary social intercourse. Ouch. Enter Will Bowen, and his Unity Church in Kansas City, Missouri. He got an idea to do what his assistant called a “doodad” Sunday. Purple bracelets, like the yellow ones of Lance Armstrong’s Live Strong campaign. She ordered them, and

We are born equipped to experience a complex array of diverse emotions. Many of us, however, are uncomfortable confronting our most powerful emotions. We may shy away from delight and despair and deny life's colors by retreating into a world of monotone grey. We may numb ourselves to what we are truly feeling. It's easier to suppress our emotions than to deal with them, so we may momentarily turn to pleasures such as alcohol, food, sugar, shopping and too much television. We

Queensland's Coastal Protection and Management Act in 2004 has now prohibited the construction of any man-made tidal canals for environment protection. This development was approved before this act was passed, essentially making it the last of its kind. The blocks are roughly 750m2 in size and are offered in Dry front and wet front. There's also the option of living on the golf course. What makes your new home so unique is the culmination of 3 features. Waterfront lots, Natur

How To Calm An Angry Husband: Why Is My Husband So Angry At Me All The Time Passive aggressive behavior does not happen in a vacuum; it requires an adequate partner to play the game with. This interaction is created between two people-one person who resists proximity and responsibility and the other one who accepts too much frustration to feel a minimum of "love," "acceptance," or "company." How this dynamics does get engraved in the little girl's mind? She learns this patter

I used to be a competitive rifle shooter for my University in England. I have several Oxford ‘Blues’ as a result, and was the captain of several teams. We'd shoot at paper targets, nothing else. And that’s why I feel I can say something about guns now.nnA newsletter I received today stated that since Obama came to power gun shops have been unable to stock enough ammunition to meet the demand. It seems that gun owners are so afraid the Obama administration will take away

Earth is home to all creatures including animals, and this fact should be accepted by all the humans. As we have the full right to live, wander and do whatever we like on this planet then they too have the same. Why do humans don’t understand that Animals deserve to live according to their own natures, without harm, abuse, or exploitation in this world with them. But how many humans do accept it?rnWhen it comes to human wants and needs, animals are being used as a medium to

Security and safety has become the most valuable features in our life all over the world right now. We try to offer protection to our selves and people near to us far from disruptions in our daily lives and exposure to threat. That is why it is necessary that individuals stop possible security hazards to be able to offer protection to all persons who are close and our beloved. Planning a proper home security system is definitely a nice idea. In a family group matter there mus

A trip around the world to be inspired by women of peace rnThis article by Hadeel al Shalchi appeared in The National . Guatemala is very far away if you live in Egypt. So far, that one probably would never think of traveling there - until, perhaps, one is invited to a conference as I was a couple of weeks ago by an organization called the Nobel Women’s Initiative . The initiative is a group seeking to promote peace and justice. It was founded by Jody Williams, Betty Willia

Aromatherapy is a method of healing the body and mind through the use of aromas. Aroma candles are one of the different items used in Aromatherapy. The act of smelling is much like our process of thinking. It is an immediate moment of perception, something that triggers your thought process and imagination. The choice of an aroma is important because different aromas have different properties and they affect our body in different ways. rnLavender Aroma CandlesrnLavender has a

Do you read the ezine Greater Good ? The issue that arrived in my inbox last week had two titles that intrigued me: “Why is there Peace?” and “You talkin’ to me?” Of course, I eagerly clicked on things till the first article came up. My reading slowed as I understood the topic. Same for the second article. Why?nnBecause they were both about nonviolence.nnDon’t get me wrong. I can get behind nonviolence as a concept. Nonviolence sure goes a ways toward peace, but I

Stress, anxiety, depression are not a recent phenomenon. For decades, people have been struggling to strike a balance between mental and emotional health. Technological evolution has touched each and every aspect of human lives and one such area is healing and self-care. Mobile apps have made healing therapy and self-care more accessible, efficient, cost-effective and portable.rn rnSelf-care encompasses several aspects relating to meditation, yoga, counseling with a therapist

I was pleased to hear from Ode commenter Tim Collardey . He’s written a new ebook about peace called If Flowers Can Grow in Alaska... Creating a More Peaceful World One Person at a Time . His website is www.walkthepeace.com . His free ebook asks the seminal question of the spiritual life: do I practice what I preach? Do my spiritual values shine through my behaviors? Am I living the spiritual life I say I want to be living? Collardey’s personal challenge centered on the i

Happy New Year! We are all expressing this greeting, hoping this year to be better than 2020. Last year was a year many people felt fearful, depressed, and lacking in optimism for the future, for many different reasons.rn rnSome of us lost loved ones, experienced illness in our families, job losses, or some people even missed special events such as graduation ceremonies, proms, or weddings. It was a devastating year. These types of occurrences may cause us to question what we