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- Physician, Heal Thyself - by Through words, through music, and pretty much any tool I can conjure up, I try to incite people to reach towards what they want in their lives, inviting them to relax into their own dreams and happiness. And I try to do that in my own life as well, both because I want to live that way and ...
Views: 682 - The Aliveness Experience: How fiercely alive are you? - by How Alive do you feel? What is your AQ or ALIVENESS QUOTIENT? Is it a 10? These were the questions raised by “The Aliveness Experience”, a program I stumbled upon on the Internet.
They told me I could have more energy, more passion, feel more alive, and express my fiercely alive and authentic ...
Views: 1341 - Happiness is Like a Butterfly - by "Happiness is the absence of striving for happiness." - Chuang-tzu (BC)
Happiness is inside us, in our minds, in our thoughts. It is not external material things or experiences, but the enjoyment of our thoughts and feelings. This is good because our thoughts, and therefore our happiness, are ...
Views: 1386 - Do Christians need Self-esteem? - by "Do as Jesus did." At some point in our lives we have all heard this, and it is a valid statement. However, we soon find that, in our human efforts, it is seldom easy to accomplish. Why? Jesus taught some very basic truths. Why do we find it so difficult to do as He did? The problem is not in ...
Views: 4779 - Stand Tall Like the Sunflower - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2007 from Tony MasielloI find it humorous sometimes that even the most mundane occurrences can have an impact on our awareness. My wife, daughter, and I moved into our home nine years ago and we spent a lot of time and energy in the yard to get it looking like it does today. We live on a corner, higher than street ...
Views: 747 - Say Goodbye to Struggle - by "Only when we are no longer afraid do we begin to live in every experience, painful or joyous; to live in gratitude for every moment, to live abundantly." ? Dorothy Thompson
Struggle is a common expectation in our society. We plan for it, anticipate it, and invite it into our lives. It has ...
Views: 805 - The Heart of the Matter - by From the distant years of my childhood a memory springs, clear as any modern photo. Weary after a long country walk - I would have been about eight at the time - we reached an inn. Gratefully we collapsed upon a love seat that surrounded the trunk of an ancient English oak tree. Whilst awaiting ...
Views: 943 - The Top 10 Self-Care List - Part 1 - by What can you do differently the next time you find yourself overwhelmed or stressed out? How can you add additional self-caring rituals to your life? Below are some examples of interesting things to do when what you need is a "serenity break."
I offer this Top Ten List and its other "Parts" in ...
Views: 5841 - I'll be happy when... - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2007 from Jo-Anne Cutler“I’ll be happy when..”, An all too familiar phrase that rolled off my tongue over and over again, as I looked at the myriad of things that I wanted and didn’t have in my life. I was convinced that there was this destination called happiness that I would arrive at once I found my soul mate, ...
Views: 1081 - The Art of Happiness… Be Happy Now - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2007 from Beth Banning and Neill GibsonEnd your "pursuit of happiness" by discovering the art of "having happiness now." Has it ever seemed to you that: relationships are free but happiness is sold separately? Learn why authentic happiness is a choice you can start making today, and discover how to start finding the happiness you're ...
Views: 1336 - What's the Title of The Story of Your Life? - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2007 from Andrea WaltzI was at the post office the other day, having struggled to get there on time – they close promptly at 5:15. The doors were shut but not locked. A man in full bicycle regalia opened the door and stepped into the post office lobby after 5:15. I wondered what they would say to him. At that moment ...
Views: 544 - The Shoe Return - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2007 from Francine LarsonShe was stylish and I would guess 50ish. She came to my register in a local department store where I worked. “Do you have a return?” I asked as I noted a familiar plastic bag. In a voice that held a hint of embarrassment, she answered. “I found these shoes in my mother’s closet. ...
Views: 981 - The REAL SECRET of Success. - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2007 from Craig HarperPart of my job as an educator, motivator, coach (etc.) is to sell stuff. Kind of. Not physical stuff (toasters, convertibles, cross-bows... although that'd be fun) but more the emotional and psychological stuff like... ideas, concepts, philosophies, strategies. In order to get people to take ...
Views: 980 - How About Learning Simple Ways Of Burning Your Audio CD? - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2007 from Sarika PeriwalAre you a music buff (which most of us are)? Is music your passion and life without music seems like a nightmare? Do you feel the need to convert songs in your PC into different formats such as CD, MP3, WMA and so on? Of course, you would have thought about making your own CDs by using music ...
Views: 958 - Shifting Unhealthy Patterns - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2007 from Gini GreyHave you ever felt as though you are living the same experience over and over again, getting the same results time and time again? This is fine if the experience and results are positive and wonderful, but when they are not so pleasant, such as re-experiencing the same over-stretched workload, ...
Views: 1528 - Slow Down Once and For All! - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2007 from Leslie GailWe have all become so impatient over the years. We expect instant results, and complain when it doesn't happen to our liking. We've gone from drive thru meals in our car, to getting mini face lifts during our lunch hour. What is the rush? Is there something at the finish line that I'm unaware ...
Views: 1294 - The Correlation - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2007 from Glenda GibbsYesterday was a great day! Not that all days are great in one way or another, yesterday brought an inner smile. I’ve been baking cookies for my grandson Bryce and his classmates since first grade. He’s now in fifth. Every Friday I’ve watched his eyes light up as I appeared with another batch ...
Views: 1165 - Your Rocket Ship to Wholeness - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2007 from Maggie WahlsScientists who study the brain tell us that we only use 5% of our actual brain in our daily lives. Ever wonder what the other 95% is for? Shamans know that what we see in this physical world is only 5% of everything that is here. What of the 95% that is not manifested on the physical plane? Is ...
Views: 1431 - What Do All Successful People Have In Common? - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2007 from Joanne OttDo you ever wonder why some people work very hard at a business but don't succeed? On the other hand, you may know others who are very successful, and don't have to struggle. There are certain things that all successful people have in common. One of the most important is that they set goals. ...
Views: 849 - The Power of One: Mono Tasking - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2007 from Ananga SivyerProductivity. Is it how much you get done, or how well you do it that matters to you? In other words, are you looking at quantity, quality, or both? If quality output is your consideration you might like to play with the idea of mono-tasking. In a world where many of us are getting driven ...
Views: 1053 - Are You Emotionally Weatherproof? - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2007 from Ananga SivyerSometimes we get caught in an emotional rain storm. It happens. To all of us. Because we’re living in the material fast-paced world and the weather can get rough. You may be reading The Secret, and you may be someone who tries to look on the bright side, but sometimes a negative emotion ...
Views: 699 - Reducing Stress In Your Life - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2007 from Ariel HeartThere are two types of stress, acute and chronic. Acute stress is a response imminent danger and it super charges your system with hormones that can damage the cardiovascular system. Whereas chronic stress is caused by constant emotional pressure you can’t control. It produces hormones ...
Views: 648 - Change Your Mind, Change Your Life - by Several years ago I was dealing with severe sinus problems, felt drained all the time, never seemed to be enjoying what I was doing, even what I previously would have called fun. I had no energy to pursue the career I wanted. I blamed my situation on what was happening with other people in my ...
Views: 639 - A SEASON OF ABUNDANCE - by As each season moves into its fullness we can access that momentum in our own lives. We can seize and ride the energies of the earth’s progression and access those qualities for ourselves.
Summer brings the richness and abundance of nature’s flow. The trees swell with leaves and begin to ...
Views: 1326 - Free Happiness - by Everyone pursues happiness, so where is it? Is it scattered about in lots of different places and we can all keep collecting little bits? Is there some really big piece somewhere and if you stumble across it, it's so enormous and lasts so long, like flames dancing off an ever-glowing sun, that ...
Views: 1017 - Living In Wholeness - by A warm breeze blows across an open field. The tall blades of green grass and brightly colored wildflowers that fill this open space bow their heads gingerly, allowing the heated air to rush by. Then as if orchestrated, these precious gems one by one return to their original position, standing ...
Views: 864 - HOW TO GET A GREAT ATTITUDE TO LIFE (PART ONE)? - by WHERE DO YOUR ATTITUDES COME FROM?
I believe that heredity (the genes that you inherit) have some part in forming attitudes. However, most important in shaping them, is the family environment, especially in your early childhood: the impressionable years up to the age of seven. Also critical ...
Views: 944 - Tis the Season to be Jolly - by Tis the season to be jolly, unless of course you have way too much to do. The holidays come at such a bad time during the year, right in the middle of our lives. It isn't like we can ditch all our other duties to deck the halls. Holiday chores are simply piled onto our already too hectic ...
Views: 844 - Relationships: Why They Change - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2009 from Shelley StileRelationships. Why do they change? So often we find ourselves struggling to maintain a long-term relationship that somehow doesn't feel as good as it used to. Our sense of history and loyalty motivate us to do whatever we can to keep that relationship alive. How do we know when it is time to ...
Views: 1073 - Overflowing Joy: How To Fill Your Life with Joy, Each and Every Day - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2007 from Kim LoftisWhen I think of the times in my life when I was completely and totally filled to the brim with joy, I always smile and thank God for such joyful moments. I'm sure those of you reading this article can relate to that. When we are joyful, we feel as if we've got the world on a string, so to speak. ...
Views: 1372 - The Life Force Called Spirit - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2007 from Natalia AlexandriaTHE LIFE FORCE CALLED SPIRIT by Natalia Alexandria Every day, I encounter people who define spirit and spirituality in a variety of different ways. Some think it is religion, while others think it is New Age. Some are embarrassed to admit to either, while others think it is all nonsense. ...
Views: 2181 - Dreams Come True Series III: Treasure Vision Maps - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2007 from Marcie HuntMany of you have heard about treasure maps. A number of friends and clients have used what I call treasure vision maps as part of my services. I would like to share a personal story with you. Four years ago, I took out an 81/2” by 11” cardboard, and pasted white paper to it. I found pictures ...
Views: 2273 - Adaptation = Happiness... or does it? - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2007 from Craig HarperYou'd hafta be silly or brave to write a post on happiness. So silly me is gonna give it a crack. I had no plans for this piece (like I plan my writing!)... it came out of a conversation I had yesterday. It asked to be written. It's fair to assume that we're all different and therefore all have ...
Views: 1112 - Dreams Come True Series II: Dreams Waiting to be Realized - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2007 from Marcie Hunt"For the truth is that I already know as much about my fate as I need to know. The day will come when I will die. So the only matter of consequence before me is what I will do with my allotted time. I can remain on shore, paralyzed with fear, or I can raise my sails and dip and soar in the ...
Views: 1507 - Dreams Come True Series I: Your Higher Purpose - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2007 from Marcie HuntMany of us had inspiring dreams as we were growing up. Often we abandoned these precious dreams, leaving them sadly behind. Some of us are living those dreams, yet still desire to accomplish special goals that express our unique talents. As years go by, we know that our skills can be used for ...
Views: 1570 - A TIME FOR REFLECTION - by It is hard to believe that the holiday season is almost over. Holidays have always been a time to revel in that special joy that comes from sharing and socializing with family, friends, and coworkers. Just the thought of golden juicy turkeys and gifts wrapped in bright shiny paper is enough to ...
Views: 653 - Maybe it's Good - by I'd done a lot of walking in the last two days and my feet hurt. Of course, I didn't like it. It's obviously a sign I'm getting old. It's a bad thing. "But maybe it's good," I said to myself, "in fact, maybe it's perfect. Maybe it's strengthening the bones in my feet and when I'm old I'll be ...
Views: 708 - Ten Compelling Visions To 'Want For' Yourself or Others - by We all know what it's like to want for things, both tangible and intangible. It is often the first step in moving from where we are to where we want to be. Wanting 'for' someone else, however, is a powerful concept, both for you and the other person.
'Wanting for' another person transcends the ...
Views: 678 - Take This Good Luck Test - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2007 from Steve GillmanAre you a lucky person? Not sure? Let's find out. Answer the following questions as honestly as you can, and then tally your score according to the simple directions at the bottom of the test. In general, do good things happen to you? 1. Almost never 2. Sometimes 3. Often 4. Very often Are you ...
Views: 864 - Catching the Tradewinds: A Journey Towards Purpose - by When I was in high school I moved from the safe, comfortable town I was raised in, to a place completely across the country.
There were hardly two towns as different as Glen Ridge, New Jersey and Dana Point, California. All my life I had been raised by my Western Parents that New Jersey ...
Views: 728 - JOY: It's Not As Elusive As You Thought! - by I had always cared about sick children and tried to help them; but when my little grandson received third degree burns, I learned firsthand how helpless a loving adult feels when your little one is suffering and you can't take the pain away. This experience helps me to empathize with parents who ...
Views: 890 - Seven Ways to Triumph Over the Lonely Holiday Blues - by It happens every year. Many people seem full of holiday cheer and happiness, yet you find yourself feeling lonely and disconnected. There are ways to reach out this holiday season, experience comfort in the warmth of new friends, and maybe even make a difference in someone’s life.
The key to ...
Views: 842 - How to Become Sensitive to Other People's Needs - by Submitted on May 31, 2007 from NancyAnn PicotteAndrew Carnegie paid Charles Schwab a million dollars a year as president of U. S. Steel. When criticized by some of the board members for paying this salary to a man who knew nothing about the steel industry, Carnegie replied, "We have the greatest steel minds in the world, now we need a man ...
Views: 1096 - Red Rock Lesson - by “Courage, contrary to popular belief, is not the absence of fear. Courage is the wisdom to act in spite of fear.”
—John-Roger and Peter McWilliams
As part of my personal journey and commitment to live a fulfilled life I embarked on a spiritual pilgrimage to deepen my self-understanding and to ...
Views: 650 - The Gift Of A Hundred Dragonflies - by "You have powers you never dreamed of. You can do things you never thought you could do. There are no limitations in what you can do except the limitations of your own mind." Darwin P. Kingsley
I woke up for the third morning in a row with my mind racing at lightening speed. I was obsessively ...
Views: 690 - This Side Of The Rainbow - by I recently took a ride to the video store to select my evening’s entertainment. A dramatic thunderstorm was passing over as I made my way across town in the middle of late afternoon rush hour traffic.
The sky was dark and the rain was coming down in torrents. I made my way into the store ...
Views: 759 - Time is of the Essense - by THE PROBLEM...
Divorced, widowed and elderly women often prolong, delay or withdraw from a contract due to indecision and uncertainty of their unknown future. What could become an asset, frequently becomes a disaster. Most women are not prepared for their new life, let alone making the ...
Views: 563 - How to get the most from "the best is yet to come"....... - by In 1993, Mary’s life came to an abrupt halt. Fortunately, she didn’t suffer a health crisis, nor did she experience an unforeseen weather catastrophe. Like so many women, she experienced the trauma of a divorce. She had to reinvent herself. Mary was married to a corporate executive, lived the ...
Views: 644 - Completion Is the Key - by Submitted on May 31, 2007 from Tony MichalskiA Zen story goes something like this: A student was having a meal with his Master. When they were finished eating, the student asked his Master, "What should I do now?" The Master replied, "Clean your bowl." At that moment the student was enlightened. This story illustrates one of the most ...
Views: 1438 - So, You Want to be a Writer? - by Submitted on May 30, 2007 from Craig HarperSo the guy who's never done a writing workshop, never studied journalism, never taken a class in English Literature, never read anything more than comics or muscle mags for the first twenty years of his life.. and wouldn't know a pronoun from a protein... is surely not the person to give anyone ...
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