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- The 'Lunch Break' Challenge - Get Your Work-life Balance Right - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2009 from Gael DrumDo you need ‘The Lunch Break Challenge’? Do you often feel tired and lethargic in the afternoons? Do you feel resentful towards your employer or your organization, or your clients? If you answered yes to any of these questions, the lunch break challenge is for you…. Firstly, you must commit ...
Views: 1724(3 votes) - "Networking to create money or working for Net?" - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2009 from SCOTT LIFERSeptember 25th, 2009’ “Networking to create money or working for Net?” Simply put, our schools and their curriculums will no longer be viable for this mega information era we are in with the internet, social media and network marketing taking over as our medium of exchange. In the ...
Views: 1723(6 votes) - ***Holiday Spirit At Work - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2008 from Gabriela Cora, MD, MBAMany people feel gloomy this holiday season. As markets collapse, many employers are eliminating jobs, cutting out bonuses, and cancelling holiday parties. In addition, any company that spends any money in helping its executives take breaks and relax during their extreme efforts to stay afloat ...
Views: 1723 - The Truth about Being an Entrepreneur - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Tricia DyckaWhat exactly is the truth about being an entrepreneur? It boils down to your own perception of what you feel it should mean to you. To me, being an entrepreneur means empowering others by sharing my gifts and experiences and living my life to the fullest. When I decided to travel the path of the ...
Views: 1723(2 votes) - Practice Radical Self-Care - by Submitted on May 08, 2016 from Lisa CarberryIn the hustle and bustle of life and all that this entails, the act of radical self-care can easily be set aside. Have you ever said 'I haven't got time to meditate', 'I never have a moment to myself', or 'I have so much to do, I'll do it later'? There have certainly been times in my life ...
Views: 1720 - Can You Hear Me Now? - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2010 from Marie KirklandIn the past few years, the way we communicate has expanded so much that it has affected everything we do. A lot of the processes we use to communicate are not new. Think about it; the first telephone was invented in 1876, the first television in 1925, and the first computer 1939. They have all ...
Views: 1719(15 votes) - Six Landscape Photography Tips - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2012 from Lionel BarusThere are many landscape photography tips that can help beginning enthusiasts develop their passion. Many of the greatest photographers in the past century focused on the landscape as their primary topic. USE A TRIPOD Novice and innovative photographers alike will profit from the use of ...
Views: 1719 - 7 Steps Caregivers Can Take to Hold Onto Their Dreams - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2012 from Kathleen ClearyWhen January rolls around, we look with fresh eyes at the new year ahead, thinking about things we want to achieve... dreams we'd love to come to life... goals we want to reach. Yet, I've heard a number of caregivers say things like, "Oh, I gave up on that dream when I started taking care of ...
Views: 1718 - Balance - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2010 from Jean AdrienneThe Universe wants everything to be always in balance, and it strives to ensure that this is the case. Homeostasis is the property of a system that regulates its internal environment and tends to maintain a stable, constant condition. Our bodies operate in this way, as a microcosm of universal ...
Views: 1718(1 vote) - The 7 Key Elements Of A Balanced Life - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2019 from Madolyn Kuo“A well-developed sense of humor is the pole that adds balance to your steps as you walk the tightrope of life.”- William Arthur Ward Life is a journey of learning and finding the balance of life. What I would like to share in the next paragraphs is 7 essential elements to a Balanced Life. ...
Views: 1718 - 7 Ways to Improve Your Health & Wellbeing - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from TJ Stoops7 Ways to Improve Your Health & Wellbeing Taking steps to improve your health and wellbeing will improve your quality of life dramatically. It’s never too late to improve your health and there are so many things you can implement into your lifestyle that will give you great ...
Views: 1716 - The Benefits of working from home: - by Submitted on May 10, 2011 from Avril Betts• Tax write-off - A portion of your mortgage/rent payments, and utilities, phone, gas, equipment, fixtures, supplies and other capital expenditures might be tax-deductible. • Savings – You will save additional cash by not having to purchase restaurant lunches or buying coffee. • Time Saver ...
Views: 1716(1 vote) - Are you who you look like? - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2011 from Carolyn Bates“She can’t possibly be that smart, she’s too pretty.” “He’s too old to think he can do that.” “She wasn’t raised to really work.” “Doesn’t he know that he’s handicapped; there’s no way he’ll be able to get there.” “My years won’t let me try that.” “I’ll stand out too much if I do or say ...
Views: 1715 - Participate in You - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2013 from John Johnson“I always get nervous” Peter said “whenever I’m speaking on the telephone.” “You mean to tell me that each and every single time when you use a phone you get nervous? Has this been going on since you first learned to use a phone? Are you hiding something and afraid of being caught?” I ...
Views: 1714(1 vote) - Time Out – For Time Well Spent - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2009 from Diane CraigSummer always seems to slip away. This year in Toronto, summer never really arrived and now it seems to be over. So last Sunday, I decided to celebrate the season with a brief interlude – to make a clean break from the incessant busyness that fills my week and spend the day with a dear ...
Views: 1713(2 votes) - Why Most Health and Fitness Professionals Do Not Retain Clients (And What They Can Do About It) - by Submitted on May 11, 2012 from Melonie DodaroWhy Most Health and Fitness Professionals Do Not Retain Clients (And What They Can Do About It) Are you suffering from "disappearing clients" syndrome? Chances are that you're frustrated because your clients seem to lack commitment, and you constantly have to replace clients. Your clients ...
Views: 1712 - ***Three Ways to Accelerate Your Job Search in 2014 - by Submitted on Dec 24, 2013 from David Leigh WeberYes, there are a zillion articles on how to find a job, write the best resume, etc. This article is about something you may not have considered before — how to look for a job from the inside out. Being out of work, finding a job and/or working a job you hate can cause a ton of stress in your ...
Views: 1708(1 vote) - Conquer Your Fears - by Submitted on May 02, 2010 from Angela Schulz-Henke“We come this way but once. We can either tiptoe through life and hope that we get to death without being too badly bruised or we can live a full, complete life achieving our goals and realizing our wildest dreams.” Bob Proctor Which way do you lead your life? Are you tiptoeing or go forward ...
Views: 1707(1 vote) - Positive Affirmations, A Simple Guide by Ton Pascal - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2012 from Ton PascalAffirmations have been around since man found the use of language and there is no secret ritual to use them. There is nothing mystic about affirmations. This tool, if used correctly, can radically change your life. Here are the very basics elements of positive affirmations, positive thinking, ...
Views: 1707(1 vote) - Ants to Grasshoppers - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2011 from Rebecca CherryAnts to Grasshoppers With the June 26th Lunar Eclipse/Grand Cardinal Cross of last Summer, a window of opportunity opened for each one of us. And, while it is many months later, the window is still wide open and the energy is intensifying as many more astrological aspects unique to this ...
Views: 1706 - Take Care to Not Lose Focus - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2012 from Charmaine HammondSelf-care on a daily basis is essential to being able to cope with change, especially in the work place. There are strategies that we can do every day to ensure that we have the energy and the resources to cope with what comes our way. The first one is ensuring that we are eating healthily. ...
Views: 1706 - What? That Time of Year Again! - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2009 from Thea WestraRemember, that this is only a short segment of each year and much of it is "driven" by media advertising hype or our wanting to keep up "appearances". Keep it in perspective. Mentally sketch a clear portrait of what a "great" festive season would look like for you. Once you are crystal clear ...
Views: 1706(5 votes) - Top 5 Regrets People Make On Their Deathbed - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2014 from Richard ClarkeI was on the internet the other day having a little read, you know what it’s like. You start reading something, click a link to something else and then for the next 30 min you are going link to link reading about various different things! Well during one of these sessions I stumbled across ...
Views: 1705 - 6 Enjoyable Steps to Abolish Procrastination - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2015 from Barrett RiddlebergerGot stuff to do that you hate doing? You’re not alone. Procrastination kills productivity for millions of people. Follow these surprisingly enjoyable steps and you’ll actually look forward to getting tasks done that were painfully avoided just last week. One of my biggest personal challenges ...
Views: 1704 - Organizing for Peace and Joy - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2009 from Holly BoydToday is dedicated to what I hear the most; How do I get the Peace & Joy that is promised in the Bible? First we must know that we are talking about the ONLY book where every promise has come true and is still coming true. We’ll take the odds of one out of a million for the lottory and “hope” ...
Views: 1700(1 vote) - Rejuvenate Your Life with a Plan - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2015 from Billy ArcementThere is nothing like “January” to make one feel refreshed and motivated to start a new direction. Unfortunately, for many, the January energy fizzles out before the month is over. The big obstacle to change is keeping the momentum going throughout the entire year. Here are some tips to help ...
Views: 1700 - Keeping a Healthy Balance Between Work and Family - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2009 from Cameron CarterMillions of people are constantly struggling to maintain a healthy balance between their time in the office and at home. Fortunately, there is a way to do it with a simple time management plan. Eight hours a day is typically spent in the office, plus an additional couple of hours for the daily ...
Views: 1699 - Attention All Working Mothers: Self-Care Is Not Selfish! - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2012 from Marla EnhelderSelf-care is a critical part of living a fulfilled and happy life as a working mom! Unfortunately, however, most working moms often put everyone and everything else before their own needs and allow themselves to fall last on the list of priorities. In order for career-minded mama’s to ...
Views: 1698(1 vote) - 9 Immutable Laws of Not Taking Things Personally - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2011 from Christine KaneDo you ever feel like you’re just way too sensitive? Do comments from other people sometimes knock the wind out of you? Girl, I totally understand! During my 15 years in the entertainment business, I had lots of experience learning how to not take things personally! Really though, ...
Views: 1697 - Leveraging Technology for Better Time Management - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2012 from Kirstin O´DonovanTime management skills are an essential factor in contributing to the productivity of an individual at work or home. With so many hardware and software tools available at one’s disposal these days, many people are of the view that these technology tools distract and hamper time spent on more ...
Views: 1695 - Peter Fogel's "Work/Life Balance is Just Good Business!" - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2010 from Peter FogelIt would be nice to think that the companies on the leading edge of work/life balance programs are simply being good citizens and doing the right thing! But, the fact is that these programs make good business sense. In addition to increased productivity and employee satisfaction, companies ...
Views: 1694(5 votes) - ***The Power of Wellbeing Tip of the Day: Breathe - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2009 from Gabriela Cora, MD, MBAYou have a hectic day, you run back and forth and when you get a second to sit and relax, you sigh and take a deep breath. Exactly like that first crying breath tells us a baby is alive and kicking, breathing well will enhance your health on every dimension: physical, emotional, intellectual and ...
Views: 1692 - Do you love crafting then you need to know about it - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2018 from Rehan Hasanif you're keen on crafting, you will grasp that craft provides will presently get high-priced. a way to stay crafting at intervals a budget is to appear for discounts on craft provides throughout the year. Paper, ink, stamps, fabric, buttons and a lot of continue sale in craft stores, bulk ...
Views: 1689 - Reasons Nursing is Growing in Popularity - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2015 from Brooke OberstNursing has always been a good and prosperous career path, but recently nursing has grown leaps and bounds in popularity. Every year more and more students work towards and eventually go into a nursing career. What is it about nursing that makes that job so popular? Keep reading to find out why ...
Views: 1689(1 vote) - 5 Ways to Finally Do That Thing You Have Not Done Yet - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2013 from Adrienne FikesI do not believe in coincidences. I believe you are reading this because you are ready to see this message. I trust you to know what this moment is challenging you to do. Or should I say what you are finally ready to do. Yes, this is about that thing you have been putting off. You are doing ...
Views: 1688 - Some Self Help Alternative Medicine! - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2010 from Willie HortonFor many years, Eastern medicine – acupuncture, Vedic medicine – was termed “alternative” by a Western society whose medical traditions could only be described as youthful or adolescent by comparison. As an Ayurvedic surgeon from Cambridge said to me last Autumn, “If I’d studied conventional ...
Views: 1688(4 votes) - Appreciating Life's Simple Pleasures - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2012 from Debbie LaChusaLast week I washed two cars and cleaned my house. These are things I haven't done in years. For as long as I can remember, I've had a housekeeper and I've taken my cars to the car wash. My time was too valuable to spend doing these menial tasks. My time was better spent building my business. ...
Views: 1687(1 vote) - Definition: Life Work Balance - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2008 from Robin KThe expression "work-life balance" was first used in the late 1970s to describe the balance between an individual's work and personal life. Over the past twenty-five years, there has been a substantial increase in work which is felt to be due, in part, by information technology and by an ...
Views: 1686 - Life Coaching: Who Needs It? - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2010 from Carol PageLife Coaching! Who needs it! By Carol Page – Personal Life Coach Some time ago I was talking to a friend at a party about what I do. “I’m a Personal Life Coach” I said. “Life Coach!” she echoed in disbelief. ...
Views: 1685(2 votes) - I am Just a Human Being - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2012 from Charlie MooreI am Just a Human Being I have been thinking about this a lot over the past year and I am wondering if anyone else feels this way. Are you tired of always being put into certain categories? For example, I am a 62 year old, so the government will categorized me into a Senior Citizen, a ...
Views: 1684(2 votes) - 2012 - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2012 from Keith BrayA NEW YOU IN 2012? READY FOR CHANGE? Here we are, 9 days in to a new year and most things back to normal. By now, a majority of people who have made resolutions have broken them As you looked at a new year, what changes have you committed to make in how you live? More importantly, how are ...
Views: 1683(1 vote) - Life Balance - 7 Tips to Create Balance - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2009 from Jennifer N. BlueDetermine Your Values What is most important to you? Rank at least three things that bring your life purpose and meaning. Does Your Life Reflect Your Values? Evaluate how you spend your time vs. how you’d prefer to spend your time. If, for example, the most important things to you are your ...
Views: 1683 - Awakening the Secrets of Sleep - The Benefits of Rest for Better Workout Results - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2013 from Jonathan washingtonAlright, you're making progress and building good habits by working out, running and eating better, that's outstanding! Now, it is very important not to fall into a very common trap. Many people actually feel guilty after having gotten into the routine of working out, if they take a day off, but ...
Views: 1681 - Time Management Is The Pillar of Goal Setting and Creating Work/life balance for Busy Holistic Practitioners and Spiritual Entrepreneurs - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2010 from Iona Meade“Time is infinitely more precious than money, and there is nothing common between them. You cannot accumulate time; you cannot borrow time; you can never tell how much time you have left in the Bank of Life. Time is life . . .”-Israel Davidson If you are a busy holistic practitioners or ...
Views: 1681 - The Warning Signs of Sleep Deprivation With Resulting Health Issues and Risks - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2018 from Leon EdwardSignals of a Lack of Sleep or Improper Sleep If one is not simply getting enough sleep, the body ultimately begins revealing outside indications. Among the very first indications of being denied of your sleep is feeling tired throughout the day. Somewhat surprising to some, another ...
Views: 1680(1 vote) - Building RC Planes and Then Flying RC Planes - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Matt G MillerFlying and building remote control planes is something I have valued for the majority of of my entire life. Like a lot of folks my age, I managed to get going in the passion as a kid flying control-line airplanes. My first plane must have been a Cox PT-19 .049 flight trainer. It's quite heavy ...
Views: 1679 - Life Coach: Solving Your Life's Problems in Two Simple Steps - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2009 from Ed McDonoughHaving problems and challenges in life is something we all face at one time or another. For most people, problems drag them way down emotionally and almost completely drain the life energy out of them. But it doesn't have to be that way. By making a few simple adjustments in the way you view ...
Views: 1679(1 vote) - 05 Developments That are Essential for Technological Evolution in The Workplace - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2020 from Shehbaz MalikAll companies have three main objectives: to increase productivity and efficiency, to offer users (customers, partners and employees) better experiences and to remain relevant in the market. To ensure that these objectives are achieved, it is important to evaluate emerging technologies in a ...
Views: 1678 - Creating Love And Peace In Our Lives - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2008 from Colleen Hoffman SmithRunning on the treadmill of personal and professional life can create stress and exhaustion if we cannot find balance. A good attitude or positive affirmations can keep us going for a while until major conflicts may pull out the plug and cause us to short circuit. When out of balance, we may ...
Views: 1678 - Practical Spirituality On: Reclaiming the Warrior - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2010 from John GilmoreWhen we discuss the concept of the warrior many people will often think of fighting and violence. Our minds are drawn to the soldier who fights to maintain freedom for his or her country and to advance the cause of the nation without question, or to Rambo who goes and shoots up hundreds of ...
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