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- Season of Change - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2008 from Donna StrongWe are in a time of transition, a liminal place between one era and another’s fresh emergence, both collectively and on the personal level. On November 4th, here in the United States, we had a very palpable indication of the changing of the guard, with the election of Barack Obama as our next ...
Views: 1082 - Secrets of True Peace and Fulfillment Exposed! - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2012 from Anyaele SamIt is good to have a state of well-being that is praiseworthy. It is great to have a quality of mind that will enable you manifest the greatness in you as you take a sagacious course and have monetary self-sufficiency. You do not need to live your life working for money, it is an average ...
Views: 1185 - Self Awareness and Creativity - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2009 from Jeanne RipleyWhat stimulates your creativity? Do you create from your intellect, from technique and learned skills? There are a multitude of resources available to learn the technique: of pottery making, of photography, of sculpture, of almost any creative endeavor. We all know Einstein’s comment that says ...
Views: 2392 - Self-care - the path to creative expression - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2004 from Linda DessauBy paying closer attention to your self-care, you can have easier access to your creativity, to your muse and to your inner strength and resilience. You'll also have more energy, more tolerance for others and yourself and more confidence in your work. FIVE WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR SELF-CARE ...
Views: 1324 - Send Artistic Greetings To Show How Much You Care - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraArtistic greetings come in several various kinds and forms and they have been very popular for many years until now. A lot of people like to buy one for special occasions like birthdays, graduations, anniversaries, weddings and holidays. Each individual feels the need to send good wishes to ...
Views: 743 - SEO Hawaii: How Your Company Can Benefit from Search Engine Optimization - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2011 from Jame KerrWhich do you prefer: one hundred people lined up in front of your business, looking for something you don’t offer or ten people wanting your product or service? Most of us would take the ten (qualified leads) over the other hundred. Here’s how to get your qualified leads online: Someone ...
Views: 917 - Seven Tips for Sparking Your Creativity - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsI’ve read a lot of advice about how to spark creativity. Everyone’s creativity takes a different form, however, so the advice that works varies a lot from person to person. For example, I put a lot of pressure on myself to be efficient and productive. One of my struggles is to allow myself to ...
Views: 704 - Sew: Key to a Good Sewing Experience - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2007 from Kristi BorchardtThe key to a good sewing experience is Organization! When you sit down to sew you don't want to have to spend time searching for the stuff you need to complete a project. It can also be frustrating to have some spare time and be out of what you need. There are some great ways to organize ...
Views: 1209 - Sewing Class – Learning to Sew Through Quilting - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2007 from Kristi BorchardtQuilting is a fabulous way to learn some of the basic skills in sewing. Although there are some very intricate and complicated quilts, there are also a huge amount of very simple patterns. Not only are they full of straight lines, the finished products are magnificent, and plentiful. What ...
Views: 1032 - Sewing Class: Important Step in Learning to Sew - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2007 from Kristi BorchardtSEWING MACHINE MAINTENANCE If your sewing machine isn't taken care of, your frustrations will lead to quitting. There is nothing worse than sitting down to sew and your machine won't work properly! Here are two things you need to do to keep your machine in shape and ready. 1. All threads ...
Views: 983 - Sewing Class: Sew Unique - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2007 from Kristi BorchardtOne of the greatest things about sewing is the opportunity to express yourself, be creative, and show your unique style. I read a great quote (unfortunately I didn't write down the author in my journal) part of which stated, "the problem with many human systems and organizations is that they... ...
Views: 962 - Sewing Class: The Difference Between Pressing and Ironing - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2007 from Kristi BorchardtNext to your sewing machine, your iron is your most important piece of equipment for sewing. For the best results with your sewing projects you should start every project by pressing the pieces of fabric to be cut, and then pressing in between every line sewn. This allows you to have good ...
Views: 3158 - Sewing Lessons: More Tips for Teaching Children to Sew - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2007 from Kristi BorchardtThe tips presented here are for those who are working with one or more children, and/or teaching someone else's child. I have learned these things through experience, and they have helped tremendously. 1. Kids are very good at knowing whether you are telling the truth or not. Don't praise ...
Views: 1188 - Shift Out of Normal to Experience New Possibilities - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2009 from Andrea BeaulieuDefinition of Insanity: Doing the same thing over and over again and expecting a different result. Do you want to create something and you just haven't been able to do it? Here's the thing: If we want to experience something differently, or create something new, we need to get out of our ...
Views: 1356 - Short-haired dog breed - Oh the benefits! - by Short-haired dog breeds have many advantages over long-haired breeds. One of these is that short-haired dog breeds do not shed as much hair. While a shaggier coat makes a dog look softer and aesthetically more comfortable, it must be remembered that more hair means more time spent on bathing and ...
Views: 223 - Show Up Aligned With Your Dream to Turn it Into Reality - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery Satterwhite"Eighty percent of success is just showing up." — Woody Allen Showing up in your life is, indeed, an ingredient to success in any endeavor. How you show up, what your state of being is, defines what it is you succeed in creating, experiencing. Do you show up insecure, doubtful, full of fear ...
Views: 898 - Simple Tips For Taking Better Photos - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2007 from Kristin MartoriLearn to take great photos with the use of these 11 practical photography tips: Take better photos and add exciting artistic effects to your photos using HP digital cameras which can be edited using in-camera design gallery features. 1) Using the sun to light your photos Natural sunlight ...
Views: 1082 - Simplify Your Life! - by The only way to truly Get Organised is by simplifying. This means focusing on the important things in life, and getting rid of anything that merely takes up time, space, money or energy.
How much time do you waste each week looking for things that you can't find because you have so much ...
Views: 892 - Sliced and sliced, burnt to ashes - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2012 from Ma-Mahajnan prosadIs genius a simple thing? What is it? Development, expounding, individuality in the perspective of favourable, adverse and under any circumstances—will not all these things be assessed? Of course, judged by the standard of Mother, everything will outright vanish into a mere dot. Looking at her ...
Views: 1625 - Small Details, Big Miracles - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2020 from Veronica VargasLook at anything long enough, and you will see the magic that’s in it — in everything, really! Discovery will increase your enthusiasm for life. Observation will give you innovative ideas. Awareness will give perspective on your daily issues and fill your life with wonder. Take a moment, ...
Views: 820 - smartpole - by Submitted on May 28, 2021 from Azahar UddinSmart Poledefinitions is a light pole that has intelligent LED Lighting and might have a camera or possibly even an EVC (Electric Vehicle Charging) System, pedestrian crossings or traffic crossing or zebra crossing, wireless Internet access (Wi-Fi), wireless inductive charging of portable ...
Views: 651 - Solve Problems in Your Sleep with Lucid Dreaming - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2005 from David AllenLucid dreaming is dreaming while being aware that you are dreaming. The idea is that once you are aware you are dreaming you can alter your dreams and control what happens. Once perfected, it allows you to control the direction of your dreams. This is an enticing prospect for creative problem ...
Views: 2265 - Spark Innovation & Creative Power - A Dialogue - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2008 from Robin KWhat made you decide to write about the feminine side of creative power? Primarily because the world of ideas and innovation is so focused on more masculine models of ideas. When I say masculine I mean the concept of “ideation” which focuses on getting an idea out there and making it happen. ...
Views: 661 - Spark Innovation & Creative Power - A Dialogue with Arupa Tesolin - by What made you decide to write about the feminine side of creative power?
Primarily because the world of ideas and innovation is so focused on more masculine models of ideas.When I say masculine I mean the concept of "ideation" which focuses on getting an idea out there and making it happen. Our ...
Views: 2113 - Sparking Your Child's Imagination: Ten Ideas You Can Use Today - by Some kids seem to naturally get lost in the wonder of their imaginations. Others need a little more prompting. In any case, there are many things that parents can do to encourage their children's creativity. Here are ten ideas you can use today:
1. Keep your toys simple. Though it's sometimes ...
Views: 754 - Spiritual Advice in Love Life Part 2 - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2016 from Jackie Wiliams BrockertMany clients reach out to psychics for spiritual guidance in love matters. In part 2, we continue to explore more details. Acquiring numerous associates has gotten more popular for your quantity of causes, which includes the rise of evolutionary psychology, which is the examine of your ...
Views: 1093 - SPIRITUAL PRACTISES LIKE KUNDALINI AWAKENING FOR A NEW WORLD CREATION - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2012 from Yuga Rishi Shriram SharmaThere is a description in the Puranas (Indian Mythology) that when Vishwamitra was agitated on seeing the condition of the universe he decided to create a new universe. In order to gain the power of creating a new universe he performed intense solar austerities. He succeeded in his task. But ...
Views: 1800 - Spirituality Transforms Negative Emotions Through Creativity - by Submitted on Dec 25, 2013 from Moreen DuFermontSpirituality Transforms Negative Emotions Through Creativity Emotional spirituality is the wellspring from where our deepest energy resides. It is here that our creative ideas are born. When we wonder where our creative energy comes from, we’re really wondering about the fundamentals of ...
Views: 1564 - Spring Break! - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2011 from Bill McLeodSpring break is upon us! Yippee our kids scream, no more getting up early, no more homework and no more worries for at least the next week. Spring break is that time of year where the kids rejoice, and we parents are put in a very precarious position of deciding what to do with them? Many ...
Views: 1216 - Starting and Keeping Your Own Private Journal - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2007 from Chrissee LacomisThe Journal is your private place to express all your inner thoughts and feelings. Begin to understand yourself through writing. You can then move closer to knowing who you are and who you want to be in life. Your feelings, your breakthroughs, your desires record them all here. Discover ...
Views: 1271 - Staying with It: Momentum Overcomes Procrastination - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2006 from Linda DessauIn a previous article I mentioned a new credo that I'm working to adopt into my life, and that's to "do one thing (at a time) and do it well". When I can focus my thoughts, efforts and energies on that ONE thing (at a time), I'm much more productive and I enjoy my work (or play, or learning) ...
Views: 1059 - Stop Procrastinating - Get Unstuck & Get Started - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2015 from Liisa KyleProcrastination is painful. Perhaps you're having problems getting started on a new project -- or mid-way through something and hit a snag - or find yourself otherwise stuck. Maybe you’re just having one of ‘those’ days and can’t quite get yourself going. Whatever the circumstances, here are ...
Views: 1838 - Strategies For Enhancing Creativity - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2017 from Rick SaldanHave you seen a toddler cry for food and what happens when the mother turns a deaf ear to his plea for food? The child tries to drop a thing on the floor to draw attention. Soon the mother or another family member rushes to the child who is then comforted and given something to satiate his ...
Views: 1517 - Styling And Color Tips For Flower Photography - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2008 from Timothy SpencerFlowers are a passionate subject to shoot. Whether you’re shooting below, above, on the side, far or up close, flowers will always remain to be an interesting subject with many possibilities. If you’re using a DSLR for shooting roses or any type of flora and fauna, it is important to ...
Views: 1194 - Success: A Deeper Understanding - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2012 from Penny CohenWhen my ex husband left thirty years ago I panicked. I was the traditional housewife and mother with no college education, no means of support and little sense of myself. The women’s movement was in full force. Liberation meant having a career and being financially independent. Like many of ...
Views: 1581 - SUPER MANTRA GAYATRI-THE MANTRA OF THIS NEW ERA (Part 2) - by Submitted on May 01, 2012 from Yuga Rishi Shriram SharmaIn future days to come people shall find it more joyous to feed others than selfishly feeding themselves only. In future if someone eats all alone, others shall ask: Are you not ashamed? You are persisting on eating alone selfishly. You must indeed be very ashamed of yourself. Do you not see ...
Views: 2253 - Supercharging Your Business through Creativity - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2007 from Kam YewSUPERCHARGING YOUR BUSINESS THROUGH CREATIVITY By Yew Kam Keong, Ph.D (Dr.YKK) Chief Mind Unzipper E-mail: drykk@mindbloom.net or yewkk@yahoo.com, Website: www.mindbloom.net Introduction One of the greatest obstacle to success in business is past successes. Successful businesses tend to bask ...
Views: 2148 - Supercharging Your Meetings With Creativity - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2008 from Kam YewLaughter Laughter is probably the best method for relieving stress, improving health and opening up the mind. The beneficial effects of laughter have been proven by scientific studies. It can even heal incurable diseases as revealed by Norman Cousins in his book, “ The Anatomy of a Disease” He ...
Views: 1407 - Synthesizing and Creating Imagination - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2009 from james liuIn the original Think and Grow Rich, Napoleon Hill pointed out that one of the crucial steps to success is imagination. He talks about two kinds: creative imagination, and synthetic imagination. When I updated his ideas in The NEW Think and Grow Rich, I discussed creative and synthesizing, ...
Views: 1222 - Take Breaks to Get More Done - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2015 from Liisa KyleWant to get more done? Most multi-talented people have so much to do, we throw ourselves at tasks without taking breaks. We find ourselves, hours later, in a sorry state: our pulses are racing, our minds are fried and our ‘to do’ list seems longer than when we began. (“But how can this be,” ...
Views: 2035 - Take Charge of Your Creativity - by Creative Expression
Many people take the very limited view that creativity refers only to the arts, sciences and other noble pursuits. Creative expression is not only alive in our major projects, but also present in the normal course of everyday life -- how we organize our work space or our ...
Views: 886 - Tales fail to foretell; how to fight the battles of life! - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2012 from Ma-Mahajnan prosadIt’s true that often we cannot decide what have to do, when and how. Very few people are born with strong mind and easily can decide what is to be ensured right at that moment when he is in a fix. To me, as have been taught by Ma-Mahajnan, a spiritual genius, it’s not as difficult as we think ...
Views: 1636 - Teach Yourself To Play An Instrument - by Submitted on May 18, 2008 from Dzagbe CudjoeYes, you can teach yourself to play an instrument. There are, though, a number of points to be considered. If you lack self-discipline, and need a mommy-like figure to be telling you to practice, then this method is not for you. Figuring out what, how, and when to learn certain things is not ...
Views: 6584 - Teaching Children How to Sew - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2007 from Kristi BorchardtIn the "9 Secrets to Successfully Teach Your Child to Sew", I discussed knowing your child's personality. The 4 questions were: 1. Is your child a perfectionist? 2. Do they get frustrated easily? 3. Do they like following specific directions, or do they like to invent things on their own? 4. ...
Views: 2963 - Teaching Children to Sew: Portfolios - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2007 from Kristi BorchardtAs your child starts learning to sew, take the time to make these two Sewing Notebooks. Your child will be inspired and encouraged by them, and you will find one of them priceless! Your Assignment: 1. Let your child choose 2 special 3 ring binders. Buy the kind with a clear pocket on the ...
Views: 1713 - Teaching Children to Sew: Which Sewing Machine To Use - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2007 from Kristi BorchardtEven if your child is 3 years old, the only question you must ask yourself to determine if a person is ready to learn to sew is: Will they obey the MOST important rule in sewing? What is this rule? - Keep your fingers out from under the needle!!!!! When our daughter was 3, I knew that she ...
Views: 1420 - Teaching Children to Sew: Your Sewing Space - by Submitted on May 19, 2007 from Kristi BorchardtWHERE? Although we would all love to have our own sewing /craft room, most of us have to find a small corner in the house where we can sew. Through experience I have learned, that if you want to learn something, or more importantly you want your kids to learn something, the source needs to be ...
Views: 866 - Teaching Your Child To Sew - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2007 from Kristi BorchardtI upgraded my Serger to one that can handle more work. I got one with a computer screen. This required us to take some classes on how to use the machine. When I signed up for the classes (from the same place I bought the machine) I told them that I wanted my oldest daughter to take the class ...
Views: 1806 - Ten Steps To Release Your Creative Spirit - by Everybody has an inbuilt ‘blueprint’ for creativity.
Inspired by creative thinkers from the past and present, and by their own success whilst coaching and training creativity across the board (from grandmothers to management consultants) NLP trainers, Alice and Caroline, have developed ...
Views: 1489 - Ten Steps To Tapping the Creative Power of the Subconscious Mind - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2005 from William G Jr CovingtonCopyright 2005 by William G. Covington, Jr. PhD Formal education emphasizes the left hemisphere of the brain, the part that processes information in a rational, logical way. However, in recent years, there has been increased interest in exploring the overlooked right hemisphere which houses the ...
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