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In honor of Mother's Day - this post is about being a Mother. It is a tribute to our mothers - the actual mothers we have had - but it is also a tribute to the mother that is within each one of us, every day, all of the time. Read below to see what I am talking about… :)
We have all been ... Views: 931
What does a mother do on Mother’s Day, or every day for that matter, when one of her children has died? What does she do with the emptiness of that child’s non-presence, even as she continues to receive joy from her living children? Does she reach out to her deceased child through prayer? Does ... Views: 825
My mother is no longer living in a physical body, and that makes mother’s day different than it used to be. While my relationship with my mother was difficult, I still miss her very much. She was not well emotionally most of my life, and so life with mother was complicated. But I still miss ... Views: 1043
The Sunday Times 26 April 2009 ran Ruby Warrington’s interesting article on Michelle Obama - The Power of Positive subtitled “The First Lady has shown us a new type of sympathetic superwoman. Wave goodbye to the alpha bitch.”
In professions where there are relatively few female role models and ... Views: 856
Is your mind getting fuzzy these days? Do you have problems focusing. Is your memory failing you?
If you are a woman aged 35 and above, and your mind seems to be falling apart, is it due to your imagination, or could there really be something wrong with your body?
In recent months, I've been ... Views: 4781
A few days ago, I did something that I've never done before. I went hiking in the desert mountains with my good friend and Smart Woman, Debra. I've hiked many times in the mountains but I'd never been out in the desert mountains. This was quite a different experience for me. I highly recommend ... Views: 670
Change can be stressful. Even good transitions can cause emotional upheaval because we are creatures of habit. But there are steps you can take to navigate your life transitions with grace and ease.
* Use a coach. Getting assistance does not mean you are unable to manage. Many people flourish ... Views: 1180
It has since always been a favourite time pass for pregnant women to guess the sex of the unborn. While you can definitely find out about abut the sex of the baby through tests, it is not possible to correctly predict whether it will be a baby boy or baby girl. There are certain myths in ... Views: 1188
As a woman who has gone through a number of transitions for two lifetimes, I have lived through the uncertainties, difficulties, tensions and risks associated with being uprooted from one's comfort zone. As a professional coach, I've found personal affirmation from other women whose own stories ... Views: 1006
It's long been assumed that motherhood brings meaning to our lives. We guide, love, nurture and support our offspring and sometimes feel appreciated in return -- all elements that can fuel our connectedness and satisfaction in the world. It's easy to find meaningful moments as a mom, but it's ... Views: 682
In every situation you’ll encounter as a new mom, whether it is chaotic or mellow, there are three things happening. Examine what’s going on for you right now. You are probably having some thoughts, or your mind is focused on reading and digesting this information. You may be having some ... Views: 1102
In every situation you’ll encounter as a new mom, whether it is chaotic or mellow, there are three things happening. Examine what’s going on for you right now. You are probably having some thoughts, or your mind is focused on reading and digesting this information. You may be having some ... Views: 1199
One of the participants in our Mindful Motherhood Training for new moms (I’ll call her Cindy) told us a story about one of those moments that every mom dreads. At the park one day, she and her husband took their toddler and their four-month-old baby in her stroller to the pond to watch the ... Views: 1212
Every mom sees their children as a blessing, but when it comes to managing the entire household, running errands, having a social life, and/or maintaining a thriving career any woman would get stressed out. Did you know excessive high levels of stress will eventually cause health issues?
And as ... Views: 1359
Today is the day on the calendar when we officially celebrate Mothers' Day. However, mothers work their craft 365/24/7.
It's nice to have a day, but what mothers need is encouragement and reminders of how important they and their work are. Today I present 14 newly written affirmations ... Views: 4159
Scientists generally agree that ovarian cysts are caused by hormonal imbalances, causing fluid filled sacs to appear on the ovaries. A woman’s ovaries are two almond-sized glands that release an egg for fertilization once a month. Cysts on ovaries can happen to women of all ages, but fertility ... Views: 1177
I've realized for a while that this article (and possibly book) needed to be written - it's been percolating in my head for quite some time. Maybe the content is nothing new to you, especially if you're already making what you want out of your business, but my take on it may be. I've been told ... Views: 825
Mother’s Day is this Sunday and card stores are busy, candy counters are packed, florists are getting calls and stores are selling gift cards.
No one really knows what to get mom on Mother’s Day. She is such a vital, important part of our lives, and nothing quite seems good enough to buy her on ... Views: 1466
You remember the old ten, right? She was personified by the gorgeous Bo Derek in 1979 in the movie, “10.” She was model thin, stunningly beautiful, and the desire of every man, gay and straight. Straight men wanted to be with her, while gay men wanted to be her. She was the girl in the posters ... Views: 859
This article is a must read for all women, especially those over 35 years old, who desire become pregnant now or at some time in the future.
In my September 2007 newsletter, I reviewed the association of DNA oxidation with the development of Down's syndrome. In that issue, I also discussed a ... Views: 2553
One of the main problems with urinary tract infections is that they keep coming back. Repeated treatment with antibiotics can set up a kind of arms race. The bacteria get smarter and more drug-resistant. The drugs that are used get stronger. Unfortunately, there can be collateral damage in the ... Views: 3620
Six years ago I began a lifestyle transition to living and eating from a “non-diet” diet. Counting calories and using a scale were not cutting it for me. I was looking to cultivate a balance in my body and in the way I live. I began to change my health through the enjoyment of life’s ... Views: 554
Q: Dear Susie. Over the past year I am feeling so much more stressed, impatient, and I'm always exhausted. I'm often cranky to be around. (And it's not much fun from the inside, either.) Could it be my hormones? How can I tell if it is?
A: Wow. You've touched on an important realm. It sounds ... Views: 2843
Do you have a desire that you've been trying to manifest using the Law of Attraction? You may be missing the most important information for you as a woman. You have the power to quicken the manifestation of your dream using little known Female Secrets in the Law of Attraction. In this article ... Views: 1393
Want to command greater respect at work? Crystal communication transforms business success! To get your point across, recognize that powerful language articulated in a strong, clear voice is crucial to being heard.
Men and women approach the business game differently. Not surprising news. What ... Views: 1507
Young skin depends on one key thing – an abundance of collagen. Collagen is a network of strong fibers that secure the skin firmly in place. You could say - it's your "Youth Net"
A telltale sign of fading collagen for both women and men is the “jowls” or skin that droops from the nose past ... Views: 2778
Forget China, India and the internet: economic growth is driven by women.
-- The Economist, April 12th, 2006
Crisis, crisis, crisis... It seems to be that everything is collapsing… Global economic imbalance, layoffs, suicides, frauds, heart attacks, burn-outs, bored-outs, high cholesterol, ... Views: 770
Infertility, miscarriage and C-sections are fast becoming important topics of discussion for anyone wanting to become pregnant. The rate of infertility, miscarriages and C-sections are at an all time high. Add everyday worry and anxiety to the equation and you will easily see how stress can ... Views: 3259
The apparent likelihood of a connection between breast cancer and being overweight is an issue of growing concern. Statistical evidence has shown that women with excessive upper body and abdominal fat account for a large percentage of breast cancer patients. No conclusive results have been made ... Views: 1006
I am sure you have heard this title or formula either from the media, either from your girlfriends, complaining that they are the ones who sacrifice in a relationship.
But is it truly possible to love too much?
Firstly, we would have to agree on a definition of love so we can see who are the ... Views: 14342
I found myself standing in the middle of a spectacular ballroom in Long Beach, California. It was an astonishing scene. Trailblazers Billie Jean King and Gloria Steinem stepped forward. So did entertainment names like Rachael Ray and Jennifer Lopez. As did CNN media great Christiane Amanpour. ... Views: 1081
One of the things I admire most about women is their generosity of spirit. Just about every woman I know spends an incredible amount of time tending to the needs of her immediate family, her aging parents, her friends, her co-workers or her clients, and often the community at large. The world as ... Views: 991
A masculine man loves to become aware of a need and fill it. That’s why they love to fix things, make things “better” for you when you are upset, and put a lot of focus on their work.
Many men only put attention on what is directly and specifically needed, which is why many bright, confident, ... Views: 881
I once heard this wise teaching from a mentor of one of my mentors. She said; “Your biggest weakness is just your greatest strength turned up too loud.” For example: Your greatest strength could be your strong leadership ability and natural charisma that attracts people. However, if you turn ... Views: 7325
Sexually transmitted diseases are infections that are transmitted through sexual activity. Any sexual activity can transmit the pathogens that cause STD's. Penile vaginal contact is not a requirement for transmission. You can pick up a sexually transmitted disease through oral genital ... Views: 1376
In 2001, a young girl from Canada's East Coast, named Lindsay Edmund put together a science fair project. The findings from this high school assignment were later published in the Journal of the Canadian Medical Association. Here's what she did...
Lindsay completed a survey of 100 physicians. ... Views: 775
You know that you should use some form of sunscreen every day, right? Even during those colder winter month, sunscreen is vital to your skin’s health. But, how do you choose from all of those SPFs on the market? Is one sunscreen better than another? How do you know which one to select? This ... Views: 4594
The trick to healthy glowing skin is clean pores. That’s why there are so many pore cleansing products on the market right now. What are pores? What do they do? How do you keep them clean? Do any of those pore cleaning products actually work?
Purifying Pores
Pores help our skin to breathe. ... Views: 1947
Are you one who often reverts to whispering or speaks consistently in a soft voice instead of a normal volume of sound? I am not talking about the horse whisperer or the dog whisperer in this particular case, but the individual who speaks in a whisper even when his/her throat is not sore or ... Views: 2543
You know those things you want to do someday? Here’s my partial list:
Learn to speak Spanish, write a book, Take belly dancing lessons, complete a baby scrapbook for each of my three children, read the stack of books by my bed, help my daughter with her knitting and so much more. My list ... Views: 915
"As long as the Earth can make a spring every year, I can. As long as the Earth can flower and produce nurturing fruit, I can, because I am the Earth. I won't give up
until the Earth gives up." ~ Alice Walker
Spring is gently nudging us from our winter slumber once again. It's wonderful to ... Views: 744
Let’s pretend we understand men for a minute.
Think about what they must contend with concerning the female species. Women are emotional, whiny, catty, fickle, too sensitive, and all-over-the-place in the thought process. We get headaches, complain, and we’re complicated. We encircle way too ... Views: 1128
Most people don’t really enjoy sweating. In fact, sweat can be a large problem when it comes to working out, walking on a hot day, or meeting someone that makes your pulse race. Still, sweat is actually good for your skin...and it might even slow down the aging process.
Ahh! Sweat!
Sweat has ... Views: 15117
Women have used their creativity as alchemy of manifestation for centuries. This article shows you how to awaken this ancient female art to quicken the Law of Attraction.
You have received the beautiful seed of your dream into your womb and your heart. There it lies, pulsating, like a baby, ... Views: 1917
Bioidentical hormones are often a controversial and confusing topic. There has been a lot of research and discussion about it recently and many women are still feeling as if they are in the dark. Many times traditional physicians or medical professionals will not fully explain treatment with ... Views: 1901
You have decided to pop the question. So, with one of the biggest decisions of your life made, now you have a few more to make. When you are going to propose to your girlfriend there are a few things you might want to keep in mind. (Not counting whether or not she is actually going to say ... Views: 673
Over the past 46 years of my life, I have learned a thing or two about myself. There has been nothing extraordinary about me or my life circumstances. I am an ordinary woman who has lived an ordinary life. Well, except for the part of me that talks to dead people. But hey, other than that ... Views: 1659
A woman’s reproductive health must be nurtured from puberty onwards. It is not merely a concern during pregnancy or during the reproductive years, but early management and proper care of a woman’s reproductive health will ensure healthy reproductive functions and well-being. During adolescence ... Views: 645
Are you feeling scared in the current economy? Do you wonder how you can keep yourself upbeat – so you can pass inspiration and motivation on at work, to your customers or clients, or to your family and friends?
Change the conversations you are having with yourself, and watch your ability to ... Views: 1164
Like many of us, until my forties, I had gone through life feeling rather invincible. Not only was it inconceivable that something bad could ever happen to me, even my very mortality seemed suspect. Then, when I started feeling creaks and aches in bones I hadn't thought about since anatomy class ... Views: 978