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- Common Sense Coaching, Teaching Hitting To Little League Players - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2011 from Marty SchupakOne thing I learned in my 21 years coaching youth baseball is that there is no perfect way to coach hitters. I never considered myself an expert at teaching young 7-12 year old ballplayers the most refined hitting techniques. The most success I’ve had with improving hitters’ techniques is ...
Views: 1552 - SELF STORAGE AND THE GOLDEN RULE - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2011 from Delilah ScottWhen I started my adventure in the world of storage it wasn’t as a storage specialist but a potential client. I was jobless and was forced to minimize my way of living. I came across a brand new Self Storage facility by the name of Big Key Self Storage. It was something I had never found myself ...
Views: 963 - 3 Reasons the Least Logical Solution is the Right One - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2011 from Daniel WoodWhen I was a boy we would play baseball in the park. The problem was that it was surrounded by bushes. Our balls kept getting vanishing in the bushes. After about 2 years I learned how I should find them. I would look at the bush and think of exactly how it should bounce and then look in ...
Views: 1196(1 vote) - How to Think Differently About the Decisions You Make - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2011 from Dr. Rick SchaeferEvery moment seems to offer a choice, don’t worry about it; imagine both choices are perfect! Choice is constantly in front of us. We decide on a turkey or roast beef sandwich for lunch. We decide whether to park the car in the first spot we see, or head down the aisle hoping for a spot close ...
Views: 976(1 vote) - Choose to become a Dentist - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Amit SanaChoosing the field of dentistry in college for a career might sound easy. Thou, it will take the studies will take years and will face many obstacles before the actually application. Dentists, as we all know, are professionals who maintain our teeth and mouth. Dentistry has several types of ...
Views: 832 - Woman and choice Mother - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Fardhie HantaryInvocation and Peace for them Woman and choice Mother. Many people already travel on this earth lives either in large or small an achievement or a desire, which is considered a success and a symbol of the success of someone or a group, actually really can not be separated from the active ...
Views: 1360 - Rational skepticism... or not? - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Etienne CharlandMany people, especially in the academic world, look at the world in a very rational way. They view everything related to energies and spirituality with skepticism, a rational skepticism. People involved in groups often seek approval and recognition. For example, Wikipedia wants to be ...
Views: 1390 - Shift with The Brutal Truth - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2011 from William WuAll over the world it's happening all over the world. This phenomenon of bullying and misuse of power is happening all over the world. It is a global issue. What also is happening is a universal awakening. There is a collective consciousness that is being born and it is without physical borders. ...
Views: 792 - Learn how to say No - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2011 from cedric riceMany of us are just good natured people who don’t think twice about doing for others when they need help. There is nothing wrong with being good natured and we should maintain our integrity but there are times that we just need to learn to say no. We can be too giving in our relationships with ...
Views: 1573 - How To Develop Your Intuition - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2011 from Melodie WilliamsHave you had that experience when all of a sudden you just had this huge hunch that something is about to happen, and to your surprise, that intuition was eventually translated to reality? When you feel strongly about something without logical basis to it, that's called intuition. It comes in ...
Views: 863 - Reasons To Be Unique - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2011 from Melodie WilliamsIt's a talent that everyone has, yet they think they don't. The power of being unique. If you've ever marvelled at somebody's creative prowess, guess what, you can create and innovate too. It just takes time. Everyone is born creative. The box of crayons in kindergarten were not limited to those ...
Views: 3798 - "Our History is our Strength" - Women's History Month 2011 Essay - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2011 from Ida Tyree-HycheBy Ida Tyree Hyche © 22 March 2011 We are empowered by the strength and leadership of pace-setter women. Their triumphs fuel our destiny. Their breakthroughs form our history. Their formulation of our history propels us as wind beneath wings, daring us to allow its knowledge to ...
Views: 2596(3 votes) - "You Had Me At Hello" - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2011 from Bill McLeodIn the 1996 movie “Jerry Maguire” there is a famous line where Jerry (Tom Cruise) flies back home to meet Dorothy ( Renee Zellweger) to tell her that he loves her and wants her in his life, and she tells him “You had me at hello”. What made that line so famous was that although the couple had ...
Views: 660 - Put your Wisdom on Steroids - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from cedric riceWisdom is honorable but wisdom on steroids is unbeatable. We know that the definition of wisdom is the application of knowledge but when you add some steroids to the wisdom that you have you become like Neo in the matrix. When Neo figured out the deal he was able to get inside of the bad guys ...
Views: 871 - How to Come to Terms With Your Mistakes - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Dion DalyHave you ever come across a perfect person? I bet you've answered no to the question. The thing is no one is an ideal human being because if humans were, there would be no such thing as wars, stress, sadness, or mistakes. The funny thing is even though, while we may never accomplish perfection ...
Views: 1036(1 vote) - What is Up With That Sinus Infection! - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Dr. Rick SchaeferBe careful what you say, because once it’s out there you can’t get it back. Be careful also what you don’t say, because there are effects from holding it in. A client of mine, I will use the name Tom, called for a health consultation and reported he was having his fourth sinus infection ...
Views: 793 - Our Fight Against Malnutrition - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2011 from Daniel and Victoria MateaMalnutrition in the world today is almost ridiculous how epically big this problem has become! According to a United Nations Rapporteur, Jean Ziegler, in 2006: “58% of all death in the world is due to malnutrition, and 1 out of every 12 people is suffering from malnutrition”! 5 million of those ...
Views: 1155(4 votes) - The Obvious But Most Misunderstood Quality Behind Success - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2011 from William CottringerThe Obvious But Most Misunderstood Quality Behind Success By Bill Cottringer “I look for a role that hopefully I feel empathy with and that I can understand and love, but also that has that challenge for me to play - a different kind of role, a different type of character, a different time ...
Views: 1221 - Learning to be Persuasive - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2011 from cedric riceLearning to be Persuasive I remember an experience that I had while I was in the military. We were in the desert and looking for a certain location. I was an Artillery Forward Observer and we were en route to a command meeting. We had a grid location but we had to find it. While I debated ...
Views: 1033 - From Network Marketer To Social Entrepreneur! - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Daniel and Victoria MateaThe first rule to a successful Network Marketing business is to add value to people's lives. Without value you become like the other thousand MLMers out there who want nothing more than to sell you. They don't care whether you make it or not, they just care that they make their quota for the ...
Views: 897(1 vote) - Are You Dying To Change Your Life! - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2011 from Daniel and Victoria MateaWe have to say, at first, the idea of GlycoNutrients seemed a little far fetched! Everywhere we looked online we saw all these success stories of people who had Multiple Sclerosis, Fibromyalgia, Diabetes, and even Cancer who claimed that by taking these miracles pills they were cured! They would ...
Views: 1000(2 votes) - How Can We Move On? - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Daniel and Victoria MateaChanging your mindset, beliefs, and self-image is a lot of work. You didn't create negative beliefs overnight so it will take time to change them. At one time, negative beliefs and mindsets were just seeds that you watered by negative responses, outlooks, and placing yourself in negative ...
Views: 1058(2 votes) - How to Protect Your Money and Your Life in a Bad Neighborhood - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2011 from eric hirotaSo you lost your job, and now you had to make a few “decisions.” The first and foremost decision would probably be to downgrade to a less expensive neighborhood, which although not always, often means a neighborhood with a higher crime rate. While you’re so busy looking for ways to get rid of ...
Views: 2408 - Release and Let Go! - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Daniel and Victoria MateaRemember when you first started driving? Did you ever accidentally drive off with your emergency brakes on? What happened then? I am sure you had to release the brakes or else you wouldn't be going anywhere. Once you were sure about what the problem was you could fix it and be able to continue ...
Views: 888(2 votes) - Find Out The Answer - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2011 from Frances LucasThere are times when others come to us with something they are trying to do and sometimes we tell them we just don’t know or we don’t have time. However, we should stop and try to help them any way we can. It will benefit them and us if we take an extra step to try and help. We need to help them ...
Views: 921(1 vote) - Ancient Lessons for Thriving in Difficult Times - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Deborah SandellaThe ancient sages described the most effortless way to bond with the universe and fulfill our desires was to act in accordance with the laws of nature. Recently, when I hiked among a grove of amazing redwood giants in Yosemite National Park, their stories revealed powerful lessons about ...
Views: 1179(4 votes) - A Potential Obstacle Called Thinking - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Eric JohnsonSometimes it is best not to think. Thinking is great, necessary and a basic function. God knows some people need to try it more often. However, there is a time not to think, but rather to act. Thinking can… * anticipate obstacles * prioritize actions * solve some problems in ...
Views: 1083(1 vote) - The Law of Attraction and Conscious Creation from a Kabbalistic Point of View - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Nina AmirI recently asked a Chabad rabbi if he believed in conscious creation - combining thought and feeling to manifest our dreams and desires - and if he found this principle within the teachings of Kabbalah. "Of course," he replied. "Despite all the conversations today about The Law of Attraction ...
Views: 2622(3 votes) - How To Accept Differences - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Dr. Rick SchaeferPerception is far more important than reality. My seventeen year-old son James and I were talking about playing tennis this weekend and our focus went to how it feels to hit a tennis ball with the racquet. I described it as similar to swinging a badminton racquet with the strings and the ...
Views: 2111(3 votes) - Your Positive Thoughts and Actions of Influence – The Ugly Inverse Alternative - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2011 from Paul BrooksActualizing your positive thoughts and actions of influence can be things of awesome beauty and wonder beyond description. The opposite can also be a reality. Negative thinking and repugnant actions are brutally ugly and always counter-productive. Let’s review some of the ramifications and ...
Views: 838(1 vote) - Travel Safety Tips - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2011 from Irina KorTraveling is always a wonderful way to relax and enjoy the life. However, tourists can face a wide range of personal circumstances when they are on vacation. We want you to re-visit the basic ideas of how to conduct yourself so that your safety is better ensured: 1. Don’t travel ...
Views: 791(3 votes) - Don’t Just Pray - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Frances LucasWe have a book of instructions from God. The Bible gives us instruction on what to do in hard times. It gives us instruction on how to live. The Bible teaches us from history about men and women who faced problems we face now and how they handled them. We can use the Bible to help us or we can ...
Views: 1046(1 vote) - From Procrastination to Productivity - The Mini-Retreat Solution - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2011 from Julia JamesAre you a champion procrastinator? Some of us are such talented and accomplished procrastinators that we really should get an award. Honestly, we can be so creative! Where others see a pile of paperwork, we see another game of Solitaire. Dirty dishes in the sink? That’s just a sign it’s time to ...
Views: 1117 - Dance Through Your Pain - How to Transform Your Emotions - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2011 from Julia JamesThe music and dance of Latin America absolutely captivate me. I love the rhythm, the voices, the passion, the warmth and the joyful feelings they exude. As I learn Spanish, I am starting to understand the lyrics of these upbeat songs. To my surprise, they often speak of heartbreak, loved ones ...
Views: 989 - The Beauty of Acceptance – How to Appreciate What Is - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2011 from Julia JamesMost people who read inspirational books and articles and come to coaching do so because they want to make a change in their career, performance, relationships and/or personal life. Getting clear on what you truly want and striving for it is empowering, energizing and truly life changing. ...
Views: 686 - Improvement is a Lifelong Process - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2011 from cedric riceImprovement is a Lifelong Process If you are an honest person you will admit that there are many things in your life which need to be improved on. This is true of all of us no matter who we are or where we are from. The richest man in the world may not have more character than the ...
Views: 902(2 votes) - The journey versus the destination. - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2011 from Vickie GriffithEvery morning on my daily walk with our two dogs, Sparky walks nicely by my side. Surrey, on the other hand, pulls and pulls, straight ahead, tight on the leash. If I walk faster she pulls harder. She may not know where she is going, but she knows she needs to get there faster. When we stop ...
Views: 783(2 votes) - The journey versus the destination. - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2011 from Vickie GriffithEvery morning on my daily walk with our two dogs, Sparky walks nicely by my side. Surrey, on the other hand, pulls and pulls, straight ahead, tight on the leash. If I walk faster she pulls harder. She may not know where she is going, but she knows she needs to get there faster. When we stop ...
Views: 706 - Politics Book Reviews - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2011 from Maryanne SmithAs the old adage goes, politics is a dirty game. However, without a political system, we cannot have a functional social system. Indeed, political formations have been around for quite a while and they are expected to be there for many years to come. Based on the impotence of politics and the ...
Views: 625 - History Book Review - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2011 from Maryanne SmithBook reviews are written by students of any given academic level ranging from high school, universities, colleges and even the doctorate level students. Students often require a lot from their students regarding book review writing assignments and some of the requirements include writing a given ...
Views: 649 - Time to Let Go Of Personal 'Stories' - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Dawn BarclayWhat’s your story? You will have one, we all do. I hear many stories; sometimes I listen while an individual shares their ‘story’ for the very first time. And some have been horrendous in content: full encyclopaedias of fear, loneliness, addictions, pain, vulnerabilities, sadness, lack, ...
Views: 661 - 7 Self-Help Resolutions For Happiness and Success - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2011 from Bob LancerWhy wait for New Years Day to make your resolutions for happiness and success? Why not resolve today to direct your life into the greater happiness and success available to you? So many do not experience all of the happiness and success they desire because they blame someone else for their ...
Views: 1345(2 votes) - An Enjoyable and Exciting Environment - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2011 from Frances LucasIf we were to stop and think how we really feel right now, we would probably use words such as okay, good, been better, or fine. Some of us may even say we are bored, tired, distracted, or aggravated. We can easily turn our feelings from poor or average to above average. To do this, we have to ...
Views: 916(1 vote) - Dental Sealant for Protecting the Teeth from Cavities - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2011 from Jenna SchrockThe natural fluoride that shields the surface of the teeth must be sustained at all times to prevent bacteria from forming pits and fissures. Sometimes, regular brushing with fluoride-containing toothpaste is not enough because even the short time between brushing is enough for bacteria to start ...
Views: 779 - Procrastination, is it really such a ‘bad’ word? - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2012 from Adrian BoniardiIf you’ve always allowed everybody to influence your judgment about the function that ‘procrastination’ has in your life, I’m sure you’d have already decided (and probably long time ago) that ‘in fact’, that is indeed a very bad word… Or it isn’t? ‘Procrastination’ could sometimes be ...
Views: 1444(2 votes) - Be Willing To Speak - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2011 from Frances LucasA gentleman who is a new neighbor came over yesterday and introduced himself to me. He saw me working out on the garage and wanted to let me know he and his wife would be moving next door soon. He told me a little about himself and his family. He told me he had some experience in home repair and ...
Views: 935 - Seven Steps to Heeding Your Calling - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2011 from bud inzerSeven Steps to Heeding Your Calling By Bud Inzer Since September 11th, many of us have begun to look for what really matters in our lives and our work. For many, the idea of just pursuing money, more power and perks no longer holds their attention. These people are now trading “making money” ...
Views: 907 - Exercise your Brain - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from cedric riceThe brain is a muscle which needs to be nourished just like the rest of the body. The brain needs nutrition and oxygen just like the rest of the human body. If the cells are not fed they will atrophy and die. When we exercise the rest of the body the heart pumps blood to the entire body ...
Views: 1092(1 vote) - True Wisdom For Success - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2011 from Bob LancerWe need wisdom for success that addresses the pattern of the wave! The wave describes the inevitable up-and-down pattern of life. Self-help success teachings usually seem to imply that there is a way to skip the lows, the falls, the losses and just rise right to the top. But that just leads ...
Views: 1144(1 vote) - About Being Passionate - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2011 from Maria Khalife"One of the first signs of being depressed is that you lose interest in things. That's why I think it is important to stay passionate." ~ Nicholas Cage The word passion is keenly enticing and brings along many individual visions when it is uttered. In it's many definitions, the word always ...
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