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- Vitamin Supplements, Do You Need Them? - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2019 from Abhi rathorThe vast majority don’t have to take nutrient enhancements and can get every one of the nutrients and minerals they need by eating a solid, adjusted eating routine.Nutrients and minerals are basic supplements, for example, iron, calcium and nutrient C, that your body needs in modest quantities ...
Views: 443(1 vote) - Building Your Teen's Self-Confidence. - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2010 from Cheryl GowinFor teens it seems like everyone else is confident and successful … except them. The teen years can be a very difficult time. For teenagers, the changes in their physical body and their hormonal changes can create a lack of self confidence and self esteem. Imagine how your teen’s bodily ...
Views: 4153(9 votes) - Follow the Yin-Yang Energy and Hope for the Best! - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Vera SnowMy daughter has had a love affair with ball sports since any of us can remember. She’s tried dance, gymnastics, skating, swimming and even fencing but nothing seems to compare to her desire to hit, pass, chase or kick that ball! She’s not discriminating about the size of the ball either as long ...
Views: 1199(6 votes) - Mentorship - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from Danish AhmedHey there everyone!! Finding and receiving mentorship has transformed my life in ways some find remarkable. At age thirteen, I was the first person in the Toronto Board of Education to participate in Co-Operative Education (working in the job market). There I met Peter who would become my ...
Views: 2251(6 votes) - ***Achieve your Goals and Dreams by Changing Your Beliefs - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from Kamila HarkavyMany people start out their adult lives expecting to fulfill their dreams, their life purpose, expecting to be successful, to be balanced, happy and fulfilled, become wealthy, etc., but when they perceive that they may not reach their targets (perhaps an obstacle arises, perhaps they don’t ...
Views: 1714(5 votes) - Anxiety relief is a breath away - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2009 from Tammy Lawrence-CymbalistyIt isn’t difficult to think about the last time you felt stressed or worried; not in today’s society. With memories of the war in Iraq, viruses overtaking our hospitals and terrorism in all forms a constant threat, individuals are experiencing anxiety more and more. The heart pounds heavily in ...
Views: 1795(4 votes) - How To Get The Most From Personal Relationships - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2009 from kenneth smallWe are all guilty of taking things for granted. Perhaps the thing we take for granted most of all are our personal relationships. However, very rarely do we stop to think about the processes involved in forming personal relationships. The reason why we should, is because personal relationships ...
Views: 2609(4 votes) - Important Factors for Successful Parenting - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from jannah smithIt is essential that you discipline your children in a way that educates responsibility, enhance self-esteem and let them feel they are love. If your children are controlled in this manner, there is no need for them to turn on drugs, sex, or gangs just to feel they belong. Here are some of ...
Views: 4389(3 votes) - Mental Strength And Peak Performance - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2010 from Gregg SwansonWhen it comes to peak performance, it’s your thoughts that count In the following article I’ll discuss mental strength as it relates to athletics. However, this information can be applied to any event or performance that requires concentration, i.e. sales presentation, giving a speech, ...
Views: 2181(3 votes) - Personal Core Values - Extensive List of Core Values - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2011 from Robin GalbraithEvaluating your personal core values is an important part of any personal growth plan. It is a key factor in cultivating a positive attitude. Part of any good personal development plan should include an evaluation of your personal values. Values are: A principle, standard, or quality ...
Views: 5629(3 votes) - Pleasure vs. Pain - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Anthony DAlessandroWhen I listen to a speaker, even if I get just one or two things from them, it’s a success. I don’t expect you to do everything I say, just take the things that work for you. Take a few nuggets and apply them to your life and you’ll start seeing dramatic results. Now the name of this article ...
Views: 3266(3 votes) - Relaxing the Mind and Body - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2010 from Samantha JohnsonEvery once in a while, you need to ‘shut off.’ Not to have to think about working, shopping, ironing, bills, relationships, gardening, families, deadlines, children, parents, what’s right and what’s wrong. If you instinctively fell you’d like to do this – you’re right. Your mind and body is ...
Views: 1416(3 votes) - *** The Quickening Of Humanity In Its Awakening - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Christine BreeseHumanity is experiencing a quantum leap in its evolutionary growth. It has been experiencing this quantum leap for quite a while now, beginning with the age of technology. What is at hand now is a “quickening” of this growth, an awakening, a doorway to an expanded state of being. Humanity is ...
Views: 2119(2 votes) - 5 Tips for Having an Uncomfortable Conversation - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Pamela ZiemannThe experts agree that having uncomfortable conversations is the best way to succeed in your business. Timothy Ferriss, author of The Four Week Work Week talks about the importance of having uncomfortable conversations in this current economy and how it relates to small business ...
Views: 3221(2 votes) - A Different Way of Life, or a Different Way of Living? - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThe other day the United Nations in New York City decided to celebrate indigenous peoples, and we were treated to pictures on our TV of people dressed in native American Indian garb of all sorts, from Peru to Seattle, chanting songs in the grand meeting chamber. It was an event designed to bring ...
Views: 1248(2 votes) - Karma and Magnetic Therapy - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2009 from Peter RoseSome people say we choose, before we start a cycle of earthly life, a life which contains illness, pain, problems, poverty etc and so they conclude that since we chose it we must accept it. I believe they are wrong in that conclusion. We may choose suffering but the choice is made in order ...
Views: 1266(4 votes) - Wake Up America...We must protect children! - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from Stephanie MannPenn State and Syracuse University are facing national scandals! At Penn State in 2002, an assistant coach witnessed a sexual assault of a child, told administrators and no one reported it to police. Seven more assaults have now been reported. Americans have heard horror stories about sexual ...
Views: 2224(4 votes) - The Art of Empathetic Listening - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2009 from Gian Fiero |Listening is such a simple process. One person talks, the other person listens. Or do they? We often confuse hearing with listening. The two are different, though both are done with our ears. Hearing is a natural function of the ear which involves the reception of sound. It's one of your ...
Views: 5176(7 votes) - Spiritual Empowerment and Authentic Living - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2009 from Ellen RichterHow often, if ever, do you stop in your tracks and take a close look at your life? What if you were to take a moment right now and reflect on it. Are you in fulfilling, empowering relationships? Do you have the financial abundance you want? Are your days spent at a job or business that brings ...
Views: 2234(4 votes) - HOW TO ASK YOUR INTUITION AND GET RESULTS - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Jim WawroDo you know how to call on your own intuition whenever you need it? Are you creative? Your Creative Solutions Many people quickly dismiss the thought that they are creative or that they can receive a useful insight just by calling on their own intuition whenever they need it. But those ...
Views: 2233(5 votes) - Beyond Affirmations – 10 Tips for Using the Law of Attraction - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2010 from Barbara KellyOur ability to create is hampered only by our own imaginations! The Wright Brothers imagined a flying machine and now we crisscross the globe in airplanes. In order to follow their dream of flight, they had to listen to their inner guidance system (intuition), engage their imagination, and ...
Views: 2303(8 votes) - Are You a Slave? - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Joseph GhabiThe first thing that probably comes to your mind when you hear the word ‘slavery’ is the unfortunate situation in the United States which dates as far back as 1607 according to Wikipedia. The slavery that took place during that time involved mostly African-Americans, however there was also some ...
Views: 2248(1 vote) - Are You Settling for Less Than You Deserve? - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2011 from Cheryl HitchcockMany people insist they have a healthy sense of self-esteem, but then they do things that prove otherwise. They might make poor decisions, spend time with people who treat them badly, or put everyone else first and themselves last. These choices often come from low self-worth that creates ...
Views: 1292(1 vote) - Babies may be brighter than we think - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from James EvansBelieve it or not, your baby – even as young as 6 months old – might be brighter than you think. In fact, your little tyke might be able to interpret the emotions of your family pet even before he/she can talk. A new study published in the July edition of Developmental Psychology ...
Views: 1872(1 vote) - Beyond the Brick and Mortar Fitness Facility - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from James "Mac" McPartlandWhat does it take to look beyond the brick and mortar fitness facility — your primary source of business — and instead focus on the greater needs of the consumer? Who is positioned to truly contribute to creating healthy communities around the United States and possibly the world? Take a look at ...
Views: 2176(1 vote) - Changing for the Better: Correcting at Last - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2010 from John GilmoreThere are several ways to deal with the “normal” hurt and pain that we experience living our lives in the world. This pain, of course, varies from one living situation to the next. In some countries life is just about unbearable. There isn’t enough food or water. There are corrupt government ...
Views: 1418(1 vote) - Definition: Human Development - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2008 from Douglas PakScope of human development It is about much more than the rise or fall of national incomes. It is about creating an environment in which people can develop their full potential and lead productive, creative lives in accord with their needs and interests. People are the real wealth of nations. ...
Views: 10820(2 votes) - Grow Taller Exercises - How To Increase Your Height - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from Benjamin StylesGenerally, the growth process is stopped when you reach 20-21 years of life for boys, and 18-19 years for girls. Human growth is strictly connected to the genetic material that a person has and for an adult, to grow taller significantly is something that has not been substantially proved by ...
Views: 4926(1 vote) - How to Empower the Bullied Child - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Marc LernerIn today’s news, there is a terrible phenomenon that is happening too often in a conscious society. Bullied youth are committing suicide. We have to teach coping skills to empower our youth to deal with stress. The reaction to stress is determined by how it is interpreted. Being able to control ...
Views: 3501(2 votes) - How To Propel Yourself Into Creating Your 2010 Masterpiece - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2010 from Brodie WhitneyWhat would you do if you had all the time & money in the world? Answer this question and you have absolute clarity. Many of you have *given up on your New Years resolution by now or never made one in the first place. After all, you didn’t want to disappoint yourself for not following ...
Views: 1267(3 votes) - Hypnosis: Changing Beliefs - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2009 from Greg DeBerryHypnosis is often described as a state of deep relaxation and increased mental focus. Being in a relaxed state of mind is an advantage when you want to make changes in your beliefs. Changing beliefs might include your desire to quit smoking or for weight loss or maybe you have an annoying ...
Views: 1945(2 votes) - Implementation of Bioengineering to build Human Liver - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2019 from insights careScience and technology help for the better lifestyles. It has transformed human life more efficiently. We must agree with this as not even a single field is there where we don’t use technology. But still, research is ongoing for finding some new technologies by using previously available ...
Views: 495(1 vote) - Living A Flourishing Life Begins With Attitude - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Rita SchianoBruce MacLelland wrote, "You are what you think, not what you think you are." At the heart of flourishing is resilience. Being a resilient person starts with attitude. Attitude about… • One’s self • One’s abilities • One’s goals and dreams This begins with self-confidence. Self-confidence ...
Views: 1464(1 vote) - Mothering Matters - by Submitted on May 14, 2013 from Susan McNeal VelasquezNothing else ever will make you as happy or as sad, as proud or as tired, for nothing is quite as hard as helping a person develop her own individuality – especially while you struggle to keep your own. The Mother’s Almanac (1975) Mothering Matters It is a marvel how new mothers ...
Views: 1777(4 votes) - Relaxing at Home - A Parents Guide - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2009 from marneta viegasBefore School This is often one of the most stressful times in the day. If you could introduce just 2 minutes relaxation, it will help set your child on the right track, for a relaxed and positive day. 1 As your child is waking put on one track from the CD and allow them to have a few moments ...
Views: 1398(2 votes) - Room Temperature Considerations for Sleeping - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2019 from Sleep SherpaSleep can often be tricky. What works for one person may not work for another. The same conditions that help one person fall asleep can be uncomfortable to the next person. The importance of a good night's sleep is known by one and all. In recent years there has been increased awareness and ...
Views: 909(1 vote) - Secrets to Potty Training Your Child With Autism - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Connie HammerThere are many things about parenting that are enjoyable, such as holding your infant in your arms for the first time or seeing your child take her first step. On the other hand there are some events attached to parenting that we just don't look forward to as much and for many parents toilet ...
Views: 1513(2 votes) - Stimulating the Minds of Infants With Games and Toys - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2011 from Candice McInnesAll babies are born with the ability to soak in information (like a sponge soaks in water), if we do not stimulate these infants from a early age (once their eyes are in focus and they are interacting with the parent) we have potentially lost an 'Einstein.' Not only do we need to 'feed' the ...
Views: 1635(1 vote) - Strength that Comes not from Muscularity, but Tendon Power and Virtue. - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Raven CohanAn article from Rodale Press which was copied to a Yahoo Group I subscribe to, is available for you to read via the following link: http://www.rodale.com/doing-good-deeds?cm_mmc=DailyNewsNL-_-2010_05_12-_-Top5-_-NA - Please read it and then follow my response about its conclusion. The ...
Views: 5291(1 vote) - The Body Is A Container For Your Emotions (Is Your Container Leaking?) - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2013 from John HerbergerHave you ever noticed a child on a playground fall down and skin their knee? Often times they will look up stunned, searching the scene for their parent or caretaker and only when their parent is within sight does the child begins to cry. A good parent will scoop up the child in their arms, ...
Views: 2756(2 votes) - The Privilege of Being a Parent - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Jo-Anne CutlerLast weekend I was one of 850 people in my local community that participated in the National Walk for Kids Help Phone, celebrating this amazing organization’s 20th year and raising, within just our small group, approximately 210,000 in pledges! I was so grateful to be a part of this special ...
Views: 5223(5 votes) - Too Busy to Change the World? - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsI was on an Internet radio show last night with Bernedette on Hidden Wisdom Radio. At one point Bernedette asked me about my predictions for the future of the world. What an awesome question: often asked. I staggered when presented with this essential question. Before I give my prediction, ...
Views: 868(1 vote) - What Childcare Choices Are Available? - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2019 from Rachel MinahanYour choice of childcare provider will depend on a number of factors including your personal circumstances, your financial situation and the age of your child/children. There are a number of childcare choices available to you, all of which have both pros and cons. Day Nurseries Day ...
Views: 948(1 vote) - What Elizabeth Gilbert, Jesus, and the Buddha can teach you about prayer - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2010 from Dr. Steve McSwain,She says it’s her favorite book ever. And, lately, all my wife talks about is seeing the movie version of Eat, Pray, Love, starring Julia Roberts. So, I finally decided to check it out for myself. I wasn’t expecting much. I got to the first scene, however--the one where the author, ...
Views: 2087(1 vote) - “Understanding how context moves us and an over dependency on content sucks as a means to being Mindful” by Kenneth Silvestri - by Submitted on May 26, 2013 from ken silvestri“Understanding how context moves us and an over dependency on content sucks as a means to being Mindful” By Kenneth Silvestri, May, 2013 (Excerpted from my forthcoming book Living Systemically: How To Make Your Life Better) “The major problems in the world are the result of the difference ...
Views: 1833(2 votes) - The Value of our Own Healing - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2009 from Amber AghaThe value of our own healing How much value do you place on your own wellbeing and healing? In these financially precarious times it is tempting to skimp on what can be seen to be a luxury. But skimping on healing or resenting paying for it defeat the purpose Healing of any sort involves ...
Views: 1984(4 votes) - The 11th Dimension Space For Higher Cognitive Functioning - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2010 from Andre ZiziThis is part of my audio introduction into the 11th dimension Neuro Visualisation coming soon What is this 11th Dimension Space? This 11th dimension space baffled physicists and astrophysicists Proponents of string theory debate about special dimension told us for a while that there ...
Views: 2239(2 votes) - The Truth on Creatine Monohydrate Digestion - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from i-Supplements comCreatine Monohydrate Digestion Creatine monohydrate has long been a staple in the supplement regiment of nearly any fitness enthusiast since it started gaining notoriety in the 90’s. Whether it be EAS’s Phosphagen or Champion Nutrition’s Power Creatine, almost everyone I’ve ever talked to has ...
Views: 15284(2 votes) - Hydrocephaly and what it tells us about the human mind - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2009 from Mark SmithWhat is hydrocephaly? Hydrocephaly or hydrocephalus - also known as ‘water on the brain’ is a brain disease that affects 1 in every 500 births, making it one of the most common developmental disabilities - more common than Down syndrome or deafness. It was first described by Hippocrates, the ...
Views: 2728(3 votes) - The Path to Happiness; Take a Shortcut! - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2009 from Marylou SmithTHE PATH TO HAPPINESS: TAKE A SHORTCUT What is the one thing every human being on the planet has in common? What is it that drives us all into countless workshops, has us filling bookshelves with rows of self-help books and causes us to spent thousands of dollars and endless hours with a ...
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