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- ***Immunocal bioactive whey protein and natural methods to improve Immune function - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2013 from Steven PetrosinoImmunocal bioactive whey protein (which is also called HMS90 in Canada) is a nutritional supplement manufactured by Immunotec Research LTD of Canada. Immunocal bioactive whey protein is a highly concentrated, highly bio-available milk serum isolate which is rich in un-denatured whey proteins ...
Views: 7475(1 vote) - ***Improve Your Body Image: Control Your Cortisol, NOT Your Calories! - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2016 from Stephanie Wood,PCCWhy cortisol control rather than counting calories to improve your body image: What is Cortisol? When a stressful event occurs, or you anticipate one in the future, your body reacts automatically: you freeze, you flee, or you fight. Each reaction begins within your body when the adrenal ...
Views: 6053(1 vote) - ***Improve Your Willpower and Beat Procrastination - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2017 from Kari MillerIf you are feeling discouraged about not being able to get things done, or find yourself losing time on activities that are "fun" in the moment but don't fulfill any of your life's ambitions, you need to know more about the true nature of the quality called "willpower"! We used to think we ...
Views: 5137(2 votes) - ***Improving Employee Job Performance Through Enhanced Brain Functioning - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2011 from Barry FarrellPerformance Improvement Interventions Aren't Always Successful Did you ever wonder why some employees don't do as well as others at work? Have you been frustrated with your employees' job performance? Do you want to help your employees make improvements at work but don't know where to ...
Views: 4966(5 votes) - ***Improving Health and Vitality with HGH Supplements - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2011 from Speedwinds Nutrition Inc.Of all the important and beneficial substances produced inside the human body, few are as vital to proper biological functioning as human growth hormone, or HGH. In childhood, HGH directs growth and development, while in later years it helps to aid the critically important activity of the cells ...
Views: 2379(1 vote) - ***In Public Speaking, Nervousness Is a Stumbling Block Only If You Allow It to Be! - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2010 from Nancy DanielsThe angst, the agony, the sleepless nights. The overwhelming dread that pervades your life knowing you are scheduled to speak, either for your business or personal life. It could be toasting the groom at your best friend’s wedding or giving the quarterly budget report for your company. It ...
Views: 2407(1 vote) - ***Inner Peace is an Experience, Not Something You “Know” - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2014 from Ariel and Shya KaneSerenity, well-being, feeling OK being you, feeling good in your own skin, not having to second guess your choices, trusting that you will do the right thing, these are but a few of the things we have found while working with people that most folks are striving for. People say they want ...
Views: 1840(10 votes) - ***Instant Relief From Back Pain and Sciatica - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2011 from Steve LockhartFinding a solution to back pain or sciatica can be a real dilemma for many people. Often the conventional treatments readily available don’t provide the relief you need and pretty soon the pain starts to impact on your lifestyle to the point where you can’t function normally and get through all ...
Views: 4621(2 votes) - ***Instant Success - by Submitted on May 08, 2013 from Jim AllenAs a success coach, I have a lot of fun working with energetic, motivated individuals who are eager to turn their dreams into reality. They’ve made that important step from talking about success to actually creating it. In helping these “doers” create the necessary strategies to achieve ...
Views: 3292(2 votes) - ***Integrated 4 Part Therapy for Autism (and most other Mental Problems) - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2011 from Phil BateThere seem to be hundreds of therapies for autism on the market today and "on the market" seems to be the reason - money. However, there is no real integration of any of these therapies and little information for the "poor" parents with an autistic child (and "poor" is often correct as ...
Views: 2765(1 vote) - ***Intergenerational Conflict in the US Workforce - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comFor the first time in history, we have four – some people argue five – generations in the workforce: the Traditionals, Baby Boomers, Gen X and Gen Y. The normal stresses in the workplace are being exacerbated by the fact that the leading edge of the 79 million Boomers born between 1946 and 1964 ...
Views: 2788(1 vote) - ***Intergenerational Living – A Growing Trend - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comwritten by Pamela Eelman, CHHC When First Mother-In-Law, Mrs. Robinson, moved with her daughter and son-in-law into the White House, the Obamas became part of a growing national trend. According to a recent survey conducted for Home Instead Senior Care, 43% of adult caregivers in the ...
Views: 3000(1 vote) - ***Internal Cystitis - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2012 from Susun WeedINTERSTITIAL CYSTITISby Susun Weed©2007 Interstitial cystitis (IC) is a chronic inflammation of the space between lining of the urinary bladder and its muscle. Please allow me to offer you some ways to deal with your interstitial cystitis. I agree that antibiotics are not the best choice. ...
Views: 2134(1 vote) - ***International Protocol: International Greetings - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2013 from Cynthia LettMore Details about international greetings here. There are several forms of international greetings. Whether two businesspeople use a handshake, kiss and/or bow, for example, will depend on their cultural backgrounds. It is always a good idea to check with someone familiar with the customs of ...
Views: 8521(1 vote) - ***Intimacy and Connection - The Aliveness of Life - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2011 from Margaret Paul"Intimacy begins with oneself. It does no good to try to find intimacy with friends, lovers, and family if you are starting out from alienation and division within yourself." - Thomas Moore, author, Care of the SoulMost of us would love to have intimacy and connection in our lives, yet we often ...
Views: 2666(1 vote) - ***INTIMACY IN MARRIAGE: POLITENESS IS THE KEY - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2014 from Bisi AdewaleMany couples lack some basic courtesies needed to build intimacy in marriage. Rudeness, careless words, disrespect for one's spouse, criticisms, public embarrassment do not portray politeness. Before the wedding, most singles ensure they are courteous as they put their partner ahead of ...
Views: 2498(1 vote) - ***Intimacy is Scary – Are YOU Ready? - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2018 from Dr. Erica GoodstoneMost of us believe that we want to have a loving and intimate relationship with a significant other. But we may not realize what that actually means. We may not be ready to deal with and reveal our own inner demons, those parts of our self that cause us to feel hurt, insecure, ashamed and ...
Views: 5075(5 votes) - ***Is it Addiction … Or just a bad habit ? The 5 Signs & Symptoms that say, “You are addicted” - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2013 from Sandra LeningtonWhat is the meaning of Addiction? An addiction, broadly speaking is a compulsive need for and use of a habit-forming substance such as heroin, nicotine, or alcohol. It is characterized by tolerance and by well-defined physiological symptoms upon withdrawal. Broadly speaking, it’s a ...
Views: 4210(1 vote) - ***Is Juicing Right for You! - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2010 from Andy LaPointeJuice can actually be considered a natural water source and provides the body with protein, carbohydrates, essential fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals that can be absorbed quickly and efficiently. Fresh juice also contains necessary enzymes, and pigments such as carotenes, chlorophyll, and ...
Views: 2650(2 votes) - ***Is SHE Crazy, Is It HIM, or Is It MENOPAUSE? - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comThis post was inspired by a client of mine who is definitely having mood swings and feels that her husband does not understand. His comments suggest that she is either mentally ill, depressed or just basically unstable. His recommendations are that she should take some anti-depressant or ...
Views: 3188(1 vote) - ***Is the Seven Year Itch in Marriage Real? - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2013 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. The Seven-Year Itch is real according to the U.S. Census Bureau. There were a number of interesting highlights reported in the U.S. Census Bureau’s press release entitled “Most People Make Only One Trip Down the Aisle, But First Marriages Shorter.” ...
Views: 2882(10 votes) - ***Is There a Difference Between Male and Female Audiences? - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2010 from Nancy DanielsYou bet. Generally speaking, women make better audiences for one specific reason: they laugh more. Male audiences, on the other hand, are more difficult because of ego. And, it does not matter whether you, as the speaker, are male or female. The results are the same either way. Studies done ...
Views: 3238(1 vote) - ***Is There Really a “Window” for Autism Recovery? - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2011 from Susan Lynn PerryI have parents ask me all the time about this elusive “window” for autism recovery. You know what I mean, right? We’ve been told in the past through the media and various sources (mostly well-intentioned, I believe) that you must get an autism diagnosis and begin treatment immediately, because ...
Views: 2359(1 vote) - ***IS THERE VALUE IN PUBLISHING A BOOK? - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2015 from Candace DavenportIf you are a professional competing for business in a tight market, you understand that you must do something different to stand out from your competition. You may have a fancy brochure, great business cards or a beautiful website. But is that enough? What more could you do so that people think ...
Views: 1364(1 vote) - ***Is Your Accent Holding You Back? - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2009 from Nancy DanielsIn today’s multicultural world, many people are looking to eliminate their accent and I have a better suggestion. Instead of trying to get rid of your dialect or accent, why not clean it up? You may believe that your accent is keeping you from getting the job you want or moving ahead in ...
Views: 3426(1 vote) - ***Is Your Feng Shui Cooking? Critical Kitchen Considerations - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2014 from Carole HyderFeng Shui is concerned with the flow of energy in a space. One way to assess this flow is to determine how the energy moves through a home or office and whether there are places where it is stagnant or whether it flies through too quickly. Another way to assess the flow of energy ...
Views: 2831(1 vote) - ***Is your Heart in It? 5 Ways to know - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2010 from Patty Sadallah“When work, commitment, and pleasure all become one and you reach that deep well where passion lives, nothing is impossible.” Unknown. Have you ever met anyone like this person who has tapped the ‘deep well where passion lives’? They have that quiet energy, that charisma that tells you ...
Views: 2178(6 votes) - ***Is Your Home Grandchildren Proof? - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comPart #1 – the first 15 Baby Boomers and those retiring are entering grandparenthood. Our generation was the largest in history and many of our children are jumping into family life in just as big a way. Use this two part list of 26 things to grandchildren proof your home. This time of your ...
Views: 2563(1 vote) - ***It is impossible to become an Integrated Ascended Master without first transcending the negative ego and lower self - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneIt is not possible to take one’s ascension and become an Integrated Ascended Master without transcending the negative ego or lower self. The negative or lower self sees itself as separate from God and one another. The Higher Self or Spiritual/ Christ/ Buddha/ Krishna/ Moses/ Mohammed/ Mighty ...
Views: 2236(1 vote) - ***It's All About the Risk! - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2012 from Dave KahleSometimes it is so frustrating. You know you have a better product than that which your prospect is currently using. Your price is attractive, your service is outstanding. If the prospect would switch to your solution, you know they'd be delighted. You'd save them money, smooth out their ...
Views: 1791(1 vote) - ***It’s Always One of Two Answers - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2013 from Steven Griggs“For every complex problem there is answer that is clear, simple and wrong.” H.L. Mencken “Your mind will answer most questions if you learn to relax and wait for the answer.” William S. Burroughs Questions and answers. We spend so much time caught ...
Views: 1539(1 vote) - ***It’s Like a HEET Wave! Why Boomers Should Consider a Health and Education Exclusion Trust - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comAs many Boomers (particularly those of us here on the East Coast) muscle through the effects of the latest summer heat wave, I thought it prudent to bring attention to another type of HEET – the Health and Education Exclusion Trust! Be the Lifeline! Without a doubt, legacies begin to form ...
Views: 3875(1 vote) - ***Johnson and Toxin - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2011 from Phil BateMany of you will have heard or seen the horrible mess that Johnson and Johnson is now in. It seems that that lovely little baby we all know on their baby shampoo has been a phony for some time. And J & J has known that for some time. According to Emily Patterson (www.sunflowernaturals.com). ...
Views: 3243(2 votes) - ***Journaling for Self-Discovery - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2011 from Mari L. McCarthyLately, journaling has been enjoying renewed popularity. But people have been journaling ever since writing was invented. The urge to record and explore through personal writings is time-honored and universal. What is journaling, exactly? Some might picture a diary, a small volume bound with ...
Views: 2870(2 votes) - ***Jumping to Conclusions - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2014 from Dr. Diana Gardner RobinsonWe are rushed, we are pressured, and we don't have time for the fine detail. Instead, too often we mentally leap to the bottom line, and in that leap we often fly past a few things that could lead us to more accurate understanding. We may read that a dietary product provides "Up ...
Views: 2417(1 vote) - ***Just Listen! - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2012 from Dave KahleI recently came across some research that confirmed what many of us in the profession of educating sales people have known for years: That purchasers would be “much more likely” to buy from a sales person if that sales person would just “listen” to the customer. (1) The survey found that some ...
Views: 2001(1 vote) - ***Justice Served - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comwritten by Neal Dranoff Being a 50 plus male and having “been around the block” a few times engenders a requisite amount of seasoning. By this age, naiveté has pretty much flown out the window and we feel like life has few surprises left to offer. Even devoid of having personally experienced ...
Views: 2221(2 votes) - ***Karma is a Gift, not a Punishment - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneKarma is the law of cause and effect. This cause can be set in motion by an individual, a group of individuals, or by the planet as a whole. The effect can be both “positive” and “negative” depending on the cause we set. So even though most people speak of karma as being “bad karma”, there is ...
Views: 2426(1 vote) - ***Keep It Simple in Public Speaking - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2010 from Nancy DanielsHow often had you heard the premise in public speaking that you should tell your audience what you want them to hear, tell them again what you want them to hear and finally tell them once more what you have already told them? The reasoning behind this advice is that your listeners will only ...
Views: 3814(1 vote) - ***Keystone Habits and Adult ADD/ADHD - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2017 from Kari Miller- The Secret to Productive Routines We all have habits and routines - some of them help us achieve our goals and some don't! Setting up productive new routines can be tough, so it makes sense to use the easiest, most efficient process possible! Fortunately, there ...
Views: 4422(1 vote) - ***Kids and Food: Milkshake Smoothies - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2017 from Gaye ChicoineA Fast Easy Solution to a more Balanced Breakfast As every parent knows, little people are a roller coaster of emotions and balancing them can be a hair pulling experience. Most of the time those tough to deal with emotions and behavior are caused from the child’s body chemistry being ...
Views: 6856(3 votes) - ***Kingdom of God is Within and What that Really Means - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneThe Master Jesus said, “The Kingdom of God is within!” What does that mean? If you don’t have happiness, joy, inner peace and fulfilment in your heart, then you will not find it in the “Kingdom” either, even amidst the company of Spirit, the Ascended Masters and celestial hosts! Heaven and ...
Views: 1980(1 vote) - ***Kitchen Cleaning Solutions for Busy Parents - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2010 from Get OrganizedNowhere is it more important for parents to provide a safe, clean environment than in the kitchen. Since it’s the heart of the home, you want it to be serene and comfortable, as well as sanitary since that’s where most meals are prepared and eaten. If you’re a busy parent, you may worry that ...
Views: 2335(2 votes) - ***Kitchen Organization Tips - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2008 from Robin KAn organized kitchen can reduce the stress of preparing an excellent meal. Whether you cook for a family of five or for yourself, there are benefits to establishing an efficient system for making your kitchen run smoothly. First, empty all of the cupboards, the pantries and even the ...
Views: 2528(1 vote) - ***Knowing Your Audience is Your 1st Step in Creating Your Speech or Presentation - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2012 from Nancy DanielsWhen you are asked, requested, or invited to speak, whether it is for your company, a business organization, a leads club, or some type of conference, how familiar are you with your audience and their needs? As much as you may want to deliver a stellar presentation, if you do not know to whom ...
Views: 2078(2 votes) - ***Knowledge + Attitude + Skills - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2013 from Cher CunninghamSpeaking to an audience requires a mix of knowledge, attitude and skills. We have all sat through presentations by people that were probably brilliant but just could not hold our attention. This blend of requirements is the ideal but take it with a grain of salt. Very few of the best ...
Views: 3016(1 vote) - ***Laid Off? Downsized? Looking For A Career Change? - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2010 from Ford MyersHere at Career Potential, it seems like we hear about businesses merging, plants closing or production facilities moving overseas on a daily basis. These "business transitions" force out valuable employees — the very same people who often wind-up in our office seeking career help. Some of these ...
Views: 1533(1 vote) - ***Launching Pads and ADD/ADHD - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2017 from Kari MillerAutomate your “launch sequence”! Have you ever locked yourself out of your car … or your house? I sure have! I think about all the time I wasted sitting outside my house waiting for my husband to come home to unlock the door or, even worse, sitting on ...
Views: 5016(1 vote) - ***Leadership Keys for Success - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2011 from Reldan NadlerFinally, an iPhone app that supports your rise to star performance as a leader. True North Leadership just introduced the FREE Leadership Keys app.Click the link or use your phone to scan this QR code to get your download. It’s usual for leaders not to realize that Leadership is like a ...
Views: 7647(4 votes) - ***Leadership Roles in the Workplace - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2007 from Dr. Mary WatersHow do you rate yourself as a leader? If you are a supervisor, you should not allow your personal feeling to control your behavior. It is not a mistake that these employees are under your supervision, but to deliberately hold them back from awards and other promotions is shameful on your part. ...
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