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Article Title: A Summary of the book THE SECRET' rn(from the Oprah Winfrey Show and some radio interviews) Shared by: Craig Lock Web sites: http://www.myspace.com/writercraig and http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 rn(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, spiritual, 'spiritual writings' (how 'airey-fairey'), words of inspiration and money management, how boring now, craig) Brief Summary: As you learn The Secret, y

Do you want to increase your vocabulary? Do you want to wow your friends with big words? Or perhaps you want people to carry dictionaries when you are around them so that they can look up those peculiar words you utter? Here are a few tips that will make you sound like a word genius. It is actually simpler than it seems. Tip # 1: Read plenty “Ha,” You are probably saying, “I’ve heard that one many times before, but it never works!” Well, it is not just about reading. As you read, mark or write down unfamiliar words.

Article Title: A "Review" of 'The Greatest Miracle in the World' by Og Mandino (Part Two) Submitted by: Craig Lock Key words: 'The Greatest Miracle in the World', Og Mandino, book "reviews", good books, inspirational books Web Sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/ and www.lulu.com/craiglock Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 rn(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, spiritual, 'spiritual writings' (how 'airey-fairey'), words of inspiration and money management,

Article Title: A "Review" of 'The Greatest Miracle in the World' by Og Mandino (Part One) Submitted by: Craig Lock Key words: 'The Greatest Miracle in the World', Og Mandino, book "reviews", good books, inspirational books Web Site: Craig's new blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at craiglock.wordpress.com and http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22 Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 rn(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing,

"We share what we know, so that we all may grow - to help and encourage others in the amazing jou ey that is life." * LIVE YOUR DREAM THROUGH OVERCOMING OBSTACLES AND NEVER EVER QUIT A collection of thoughts and quotations compiled by Craig Lock rn(in 1994) ... Authors' Note: Quotations in this article have been extracted from 'A THIRD SERVING OF CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE SOUL' and 'CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE MIND': 101 stories to open the heart and rnrekindle the spirit.

* A YOUNG (TEENAGE) IDEALIST: SEAN "Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that really matter."rn- Martin Luther King Submitter's Note: I came across these great words by a young New Zealand student by the name of Sean O'Connor and they fitted perfectly into the book I'm working on and the central themes of the manuscript So here is an extract from his inspiring words (and slightly adapted by me) in Sean's chapter. If published, please acknowledge the source, the College Herald (as part of the New Zealand H

If you think that being a rock 'n roll star is glamorous and lucrative, think again. It's hard work with long hours and no paid holidays or vacations, according to Canadian rock legend Greg Godovitz. Bargain-basement accommodations on the way up leave much to be desired. And if you want to know where your money goes, you'd better have solid financial management or a clean, sober mind, both of which were lacking in Godovitz's rise to fame. But he doesn't regret any of it and provides all the gritty details in his stunning autobiography, Travels with My Amp.

Article Title: A Review of the Book ' God Has A Dream' by Desmond Tutu Shared by: Craig Lock Category (Key words): Success, Belief, Positive Thinking, Mind, Mindpower, Mind Control, Thought, Power of Thought, Empowerment, Motivation, Inspiration, Self Help, Personal Growth (enough there now) Web sites: www.lulu.com/craiglock/ and http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html Craig's new blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock22+ www.craiglock.wordpress.com Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com

The Road to Global Peace Shared by: Craig Lock Category/Key words: Peace, Peacemaking, Leadership, Inspiration, Empowerment, Upliftment.

Article Title: A 'REVIEW': 'From Seeds of Hope to Endless Possibilities ...A New Age' Key Words (tags): books, new books, book review, book extract, Craig Lock, Inspiration Web Sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/ and www.lulu.com/craiglock/ Craig's new blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock22+ www.craiglock.wordpress.com Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 rn(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet m

Most students find that writing a research paper is the toughest challenge they face in order to earn their college degree. It is time consuming and brain draining. But at the end, it is one of the unforgettable moments students treasure. Students face several common challenges in writing a research paper. By learning what these challenges are, you’ll be more prepared and more confident in finishing your paper. Most importantly, you will be able to avoid committing common m

After composing a brilliant marketing article that showcases your expertise and gives your ideal readers information they love, you'd think your article marketing work was done. But wait! The resource box-those two or three sentences tagged onto the end of all your articles. Think you can just slap something together, drop in a link to your web site, and send the article off?

Submitter's Note: This new article (in point form), extracted from a chapter from my manuscript 'Steps to Success, Prosperity and Happiness' is based on an excellent motivational, up-lifting and inspiring book 'THE MAGIC OF THINKING BIG' by David Schwartz I am sharing my summary of some of the contents of this excellent work (what I consider to be the main points) in the spirit of encouraging and hopefully even inspiring those people, who really want to achieve their fullest potentials to read the book...and THINK BIG in your life, then watch what happens.

Article Title: A "Book Review": 'THE THIRD JESUS' rn(Part Two by Deepak Chopra) Submitted by Craig Lock Key words: Deepak Chopra, Jesus, Jesus Christ, , spirituality, spiritual growth, enlightenment, inspiration, empowerment, personal growth Web sites: www.deepakchopra.com and www.rbooks.co.uk The submitter's new blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at craiglock.wordpress.com and http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22 Other Articles by the submitter are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/librar

Article Title: Thinking for a Change (from Inspirational Books) Category (key words): Mind, mindpower, self help books, self help, personal growth, motivational and inspirational books, John Maxwell, success, success principles, achievement, thought, power of thought, motivation, inspiration, empowerment (enough there for now, craig) Web sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html http://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/craiglock (e-books) and www.lulu.com/craiglockr The submitter’s blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, booksr

Do you ever feel sleazy or inauthentic when you write marketing or sales copy? Like you're pushing people, rather than pulling them in? I know I have. Let me tell you a story. A few years ago I wrote my first sales letter for my business. I'd written sales copy before, but always on behalf of clients, and I quickly learned that doing it for myself was very different. Even though I knew what made copywriting effective, I had trouble writing in a voice that felt like me. And let me tell you, the sales letter was a complete train wreck!

Article Title: 'Think and Grow Rich' by Napoleon Hill (from Inspirational Books) - Part Three Submitted by Craig Lock Web Sites: www.creativekiwis.com/ http://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/craiglock + www.lulu.com/craiglock The submitter's blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22 and http://craiglock.wordpress.com Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565rnand http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981

Article Title: Sharing a few Quotations/Thoughts on HOPE (an extract from the new novel 'Stirling' ) Category (key words): Hope, New books, Stirling, Quotations, Inspirational Quotes, Thoughts, “Inspiration, Spiritual", Inspirational Writings. The submitter's blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22&t=post and http://craiglock.wordpress.com Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 andr

"We share what we know, so that we all may grow." * What is success? I am not going to try to define success. I think a precise definition is impossible! Is it winning a Gold Medal at the Olympic Games or winning Wimbledon, or being awarded a Nobel prize? What else? I believe personal success could be anything at all - it does not have to involve public recognition. Who is more successful? A millionaire who is unhappy, or an unnoticed person, who has led a simple, quiet, sincere and happy life?

Writing and editing are two different processes. Writing requires creativity; editing requires analysis. The writing process should be free and experimental; the editing process should be systematic and critical. Because of these differences, making a conscious shift in your thinking will make the self-editing process easier and more effective, and one of the best ways to accomplish this is taking time away from the project. For example, I used to write in the morning and then edit in the afte oon.

Submitter's Note: This new article (in point form), extracted from a chapter from my manuscript 'Steps to Success, Prosperity and Happiness' is based on an excellent motivational, up-lifting and inspiring book 'THE MAGIC OF THINKING BIG' by David Schwartz. I am sharing my summary of some of the contents of this excellent work (what I consider to be the main points) in the spirit of encouraging and hopefully even inspiring those people, who really want to achieve their fullest potentials to read the book...and THINK BIG in your life, then watch what happens.

Article Title: THE LAWS OF LIFE: Twenty-One Universal Laws and Spiritual Truths" (from Inspirational Books) Shared by: Craig Lock Web sites: http://www.myspace.com/writercraig and http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 rn(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, spiritual, 'spiritual writings' (how 'airey-fairey'), words of inspiration and money management, how boring now, craig) Publishing Guidelines: This article (a

"We share what we know, so that we all may grow."n * THE LAWS OF LIFE: Twenty Universal Laws and Spiritual Truths" (from Inspirational Books) "Our minds can shape the way a thing will be, because we act according to our expectations ...and that's why it shapes our ...

Article Title: A "Review" of 'The Greatest Miracle in the World' by Og Mandino (Part Two) Submitted by: Craig Lock Key words: 'The Greatest Miracle in the World', Og Mandino, book "reviews", good books, inspirational books Web Site: Craig's new blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at craiglock.wordpress.com and http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22 Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 rn(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing

Someone told me that love conquers all. Yes, that is what she said. She said Love conquers all. However, she did give me an exception. She told me that the only thing that love cannot conquer is a toothache. Her assertion that the only thing more powerful than love is a toothache is worth ...

"We share what we know, so that we all may grow." * THE LAWS OF LIFE: Twenty-One Universal Laws and Spiritual Truths" (from Inspirational Books) "Our minds can shape the way a thing will be, because we act according to our expectations ...and that's why it shapes our reality." INTRODUCTIONr

Look into the heart of Easter and seer THE EASTER MESSAGE Tags: Easter, Christianity, Jesus, Jesus Christ, faith, transformation, inspiration, forgiveness, reconciliation INTRODUCTION Humans have a natural desire to understand the cycle of life, death and rebirth . Christianity has its roots in the mystery of ete al life. This faith is a way of ‘understanding the unknowable’. However, one has to be a believe to get into different levels of understanding, which is achieved through the power of faith.

WordSmiths is a consortium of published and award winning novelists, short story writers and poets. Joseph Chinnock is the director of WordSmiths and can help you get placed with the right writing coach for you and your project. rnEveryone loves a good story, whether it appears in a novel, poem, or business report. The key to telling a good story is deciding exactly what you want to say—what’s vital and what should be left out. The elements of successful storytelling are

We all love to try new clothes. Most of us even fancy wearing new clothes every day. We see a lot of changes happening in the fashion industry every day. Along with that, there are numerous companies that are coming up with new clothing and new fabrics almost every hour. It becomes difficult for us to choose the correct brand of clothing or the fabric to wear to office or to any other occasion. Most of the time, we end up buying the product which either does not suit our skin or does not match our personality. We often end up confused as to which brand to go for.

Article Title: What is Creative Writing (from Online Creative Writing Course)? Author: Craig Lock Category (key words): Writing, Creative Writing, Writing Hints/Tips, Creative Writing Course, Writing Course, Online Writing Course (enough there for now, craig!) Web Sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/course/index.html and www.lulu.com/craiglockr Craig's new blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=craig+lock and www.craiglock.wordpress.com We hope that the following article (which is a lesson from our online writing course) may be

Article Title: How to Write "To Win" - the "Secrets" to Writing Success (from Online Creative Writing Course) Author: Craig Lock Web sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/course/index.html and www.lulu.com/craiglockr Craig's new blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=craig+lock and www.craiglock.wordpress.com Other articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 rn(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, spiritual, 'spiritual wri

Article Title: The Law (and Power) of Belief Author: Craig Lock (Eagle Productions Books) Category: Belief, faith, Spiritual Growth, Spiritual Laws Spirituality Web Site: http://www.myspace.com/writercraig Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 rn(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, spiritual, 'spiritual writings' (how 'airey-fairey'), words of inspiration and money management, how boring now, craig) Craig's new blog (with extracts from his various writ

Article Title: Sharing some Spiritual Thoughts and Principles on Jesus from Neale Donald Walsh's book 'Tomorrow's God' Author's Web sites (ND Walsch): www.newspirituality.org and www.HumanitysTeam.com Submitted by: Craig Lock Category (key words): religion(s), Christianity, Jesus, Jesus Christ, faith, beliefs, spirituality, Craig's blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) is at http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22 and http://craiglock.wordpress.com

rnMaintaining a content development strategy is vital for anyone who uses information distribution as part of their online marketing strategy. Using content in this way is not only an effective advertising technique but it also helps build credibility which is difficult to do when working online. Creating and publishing content on a continual basis however can create many challenges for the author. It is therefore critical to establish some sort of 'means' to maintain the con

Have you noticed that there are not many store front travel agencies these days? I guess it may have had a lot to do with the fact that many people are using their computer to book their own flights online. Also, after the disaster in New York on September 11th, people were scared to travel and ...

"We share what we know, so that we all may grow." * THE LAW and INCREDIBLE POWER OF BELIEF "Our minds can shape the way a thing will be, because we act according to our expectations ...and that's why it shapes our reality." INTRODUCTION

Article Title: Follow Your Heart (a book by Andrew Matthews) Submitted by Craig Lock Web Sites: http://www.craiglockbooks.com and http://www2.webng.com/write z/ Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles.htmln(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, ...

Publishing content on the internet is a very effective online marketing strategy since it not only gives you massive exposure but also helps build your credibility. This approach however can be labor intensive therefore it is always a good idea to look for ways to make your content distribution efforts more efficient. When using content as a promotional means you are not only distributing it but also developing it as well. Both these tasks by themselves are time consuming so

As Bible is one of the Holy books that a being would tend to read whenever they want guidance through the religious context, the finest bible quotes, famous and popular bible quotes and sayings are mentioned in this article. The quotes that I have included are of the Holy Bible verses that are so inspirational about motivation, comfort, encouragement, power, positivity, practicality, life and love in case you are looking for your verse of the day. Bible Verses About Family

Responsibilities and Duties with a Career in Business Administration In today’s multi-faceted and competitive world, not to mention recessionary, individuals who wish to lead the pack and be successful need to possess a broad portfolio of strengths. The job becomes easier if one can come across a one-stop-shop for developing such a skill-set. That one-stop solution is getting a business administration major.

A resume plays a vital role while you are searching for a job. A resume has all the details about your education, work experience, additional qualifications, and your achievements in academics and your organization. The ultimate motto of having the right resume is to get through to a job interview. rnA Resume cover letter on the other hand introduces you to a prospective employer. The language in the cover letter should be clear and direct. You can always make use of the job

Article Title: 'The God Memorandum' (from 'The Greatest Miracle in the World' by Og Mandino) Submitted by: Craig Lock Category/Key words: Inspiration, 'The Greatest Miracle in the World', Og Mandino, book "reviews", inspirational books, good books, spiritual, spiritual growth Web sites: http://www.ragpicker.org/ and http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at http://craigsblogs.wordpress.com

Some women are attracted to bad boys. They may be alcoholics, married men, or men with an attitude like Stanley Kowalski in Streetcar Named Desire, or James Dean in Rebel without a Cause. The worst type of bad boy is a convict or an ex-con and sad to say, there are many women who fall for ...

Article Title: How to Make Good Life Decisions (Updated) Author: Craig Lock Category (key words): Self Help, Personal Growth, Communication. Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles.htmln(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, words of inspiration ...

Article Title: What Does it Feel Like to be Brain Damaged? Author: Frederick R. Linge, Clinical PsychologistnSubmitted by: Craig LocknCategory (key words): head injury, brain injury, neuro-psychology, brain enhancement Other Articles are available at: ...

Article Title: The Magic of Believing - the Power of Thought (from Inspirational Books - Part Three) Submitted by Craig Lock Publishing Guidelines: This piece (as with all my articles) may be freely npublished, electronically or in print. "We share what we know, so that we all may grow." ...

Submitter's Note: This piece (in point form) was based upon my notes from an interview that Oprah had with Dr Stephen Covey, author of the 'Seven Habits of Highly Effective People' some years ago. I am sharing the content in the spirit of encouraging others to live more fulfilling lives, if ...

Here are a few quick tips for you to remember when sending thank you notes:nn• Use the word “you” more than the word “I.” It puts the focus on the person you are thanking.nn• Hand write your thank you notes. If you have poor handwriting, then type business and job interview letters, however, nothing beats the impact of handwritten note or card.nn• Send your thank you notes via post and not Email.nn• Mail your notes right away. F

Title: The Legacy of Mahatma Gandhi Author Craig Lock Category/Key words/ Tags: Gandhi, Mahatma (Mohandas)Gandhi, Peace, Peacemaking, Leadership, Inspiration, "Inspirational Writings", India (stop - enough there now) Web Site: Craig's new blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at craiglock.wordpress.com and http://en.search.wordpress.com/?q=%22craig+lock%22 Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 rn(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, 'spiritu

Snapshot Profile of an HSE Expert An HSE expert applies his knowledge and skills to create and promote a positive health and safety culture. This plays a key role in helping control occupational risk, often the culprit behind lack of productivity. HSE advisers offer services across a range of organizations, from multinationals to small consultancies, and often work in unison with employers, employees, directors and trade unions. Job Nature and Description for a Health, Safety and Environment Manager