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- Finding Your Inner Flame -- Part 3 of 3 Finding Passion Series - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2004 from Skye ThomasWhy is it that some goals have a fire and a passion behind them that creates an almost self-propelled drive towards completion, while other goals are left dead in the water before they've hardly even begun? What causes that level of motivation to manifest itself? Can we harness it? Can we ...
Views: 1138(1 vote) - Finding Direction -- Part 2 of 3 Finding Passion Series - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2004 from Skye ThomasIn order to find the right direction for ourselves, we have to do some soul searching. What is it I want to accomplish? Why? What kind of person do I want to become? Is it so weird to be in our thirties or forties and ask ourselves, "So, what do I want to be when I grow up?" What would make ...
Views: 1114(1 vote) - Finding Yourself -- Part 1 of 3 Finding Passion Series - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2004 from Skye ThomasWe have been told that the things we don't like in our children are the same things we don't like in ourselves. We are told that we project our own flaws and issues onto our perceived enemies in an attempt to work them out within ourselves. We stereotype people according to who they hang out ...
Views: 1035(3 votes) - How To Marry The Right Woman - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2004 from Nancy PinaWouldn’t you like to know how to meet and marry the right woman? As a relationship expert and author, I find there are distinct qualities that attract women who possess inner beauty that radiates externally. With the materialistic bombardment from the media and society, it is easy to loose ...
Views: 6246(1 vote) - Lessons from the Drive Thru Window. The Power of Asking - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2004 from Eli DavidsonLessons from the Drive Thru Window. The Power of Asking Eli Davidson, M.A. I have an admission to make. I just polished off every molecule of a McDonalds Big N Tasty Meal. (That’s a #6 for you Mickey D’s wanna be’s.) Ahh, I loved each bite of burger and salty, soggy fry. Every mouthful ...
Views: 1598(1 vote) - How to Jump-start Your Emotional Health - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2004 from Patricia WagnerYou've probably heard the expression: "It's not what you're eating. It's what's eating you!" This well-known saying reminds us that the thoughts we entertain can have an impact on our health. Scientists have discovered that what you're thinking actually affects your physical health as well as ...
Views: 1210 - How Not to Be a Desperate Housewife - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2004 from Debbie MandelThe new popular ABC comedy-drama with a hint of the Twilight Zone, Desperate Housewives, takes the viewer on a weekly tour of an affluent neighborhood inhabited by women living lives of quiet desperation, and their men don’t look too happy either! Its popularity can mean only one thing: ...
Views: 1389 - What Happens After You Make a Wish? - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2004 from JoreJj ElprehzleinnWhat Happens After You Make a Wish? Personally, I don't recommend wishing or dreaming. You see, when you wish, in the physical universe, you go out of the present moment, and your mind observes this. Your mind sees that you are dreaming about some future event or situation, and it puts you on ...
Views: 4707 - A Quick Checklist for Improving Your Life - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2009 from Gene Simmons1. Learn About You If you don’t know who you are and why you think and act the way you do, it’s gonna be really difficult to make any positive changes in your life. Take a look first at your parents and close family members. Think about how they look and how they deal with life. This is ...
Views: 1409 - Nine Advance Networking Skills for Seasoned Networkers - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2004 from Catherine FranzA seasoned networker knows the real meaning of networking --being organized, efficient, effective, and, of course, workthe event to its fullest. Attending networking groups afterso many years can tire and drain anyone’s excitement.Especially since these situations are not social events. Itis ...
Views: 1743 - Waiting for the Medical News - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2004 from Susan DunnAs we navigate the continuing maze of medical care, the wait between medical tests and results seems to be taking longer all the time. Routinely we go in for the test, the results of which will be important to us, and wait in the hospital or at home for hours, days, sometimes even a week or ...
Views: 1016 - Curing the Blues: 14 "Feel-Good" Ways to Get Out of the Dumps - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2004 from Heather DiodatiYou have permission to publish this article electronically or in print, free of charge, as long as the bylines are included. A courtesy copy of your publication would be appreciated. Curing the Blues 14 "Feel-Good" Ways to Get Out of the Dumps By Heather ...
Views: 1008 - Moving? 10 Ways to Create a Joyful, Less-Stressed Experience - by Submitted on May 24, 2012 from Carolyn BealeIncrease your joy and lessen the stress of your upcoming move using these tips: 1. Release, release, release. Give away, sell, or donate to a worthwhile cause any item you no longer want or need. For some, this can be a daunting prospect. Set aside a specific block of time each day to pack ...
Views: 1987 - Happiness and Work: Your Life Depends On It. - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2004 from Craig NathansonEarly one morning, Robert awoke, made his wife of 41 years some banana bread, took out the garbage and called to cancel a doctors appointment scheduled for the next day. He wrote a note to remind his wife to pick up the dry cleaning. All things considered, it seemed like a normal day. Robert ...
Views: 1237 - The Bright Side of Loneliness - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2004 from Thelma MarianoRecently a romantic relationship came to an end and I found myself alone again. The minutes, the hours now felt empty. For three weeks I sat beside a silent phone, rehashing the past and coming to terms with my loss. After the warmth and intimacy of love, my loneliness felt like a great abyss ...
Views: 1222 - Guilt By Association & Wealth By It Too! - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2004 from Rasheed Ali"Tell me what company thou keepst, and I'll tell thee what thou art." - Miguel de Cervantes (1547 - 1616) Spanish novelist. Growing up I often heard my best friend's father Nick say, "Show me who your friends are and I'll tell you what you are!" Well, that was usually followed by a long ...
Views: 1111 - EXPLANATIONS? . . . OR EXCUSES?EXPLANATIONS? . . . OR EXCUSES? - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2004 from Pauline WallinEXPLANATIONS? . . . OR EXCUSES? Which of the following "explanations" have you heard (or used!) in the past few weeks? * I need to reward myself for being so good. * The boss hates me. * It's been too hot (too cold, too rainy) to exercise * Of course I have problems. I'm a middle ...
Views: 2544(1 vote) - Limiting Beliefs: The Lies We Believe With All Our Heart - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2004 from Jeanine Byers HoagWhat are the lies we believe? They are usually hidden and because they are hidden, they are unseen enemies that flourish unchecked. They come from early experiences we have had and have been formed as a way to protect us from hurt. And they lie just under the radar of our awareness. So they ...
Views: 2485(2 votes) - Limiting Beliefs: The Lies We Believe With All Our Heart - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2004 from Jeanine Byers HoagWhat are the lies we believe? They are usually hidden and because they are hidden, they are unseen enemies that flourish unchecked. They come from early experiences we have had and have been formed as a way to protect us from hurt. And they lie just under the radar of our awareness. So they ...
Views: 2485(2 votes) - It’s Good to be Goofy - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2009 from Gene SimmonsTo paraphrase a saying my mother liked to use occasionally, “The whole world is goofy – except you and me. And sometimes I’m not too sure about you!” Rest assured that no matter who we are or what we do, there is at least a handful of people somewhere in this world who are convinced that ...
Views: 1440 - The Power of Clarity - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2012 from Kevin LankfordSense of purpose You have probably heard a myriad of motivational talks urging you to find your purpose. The reason is that without establishing a purpose, one cannot properly hit their goal with might. Purpose is the soul intention and the foundation of the specifics to your mission. Without ...
Views: 1434(1 vote) - When You Attract Negative People, Be Thankful - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2004 from Catherine FranzLaws of Attraction are clearly defined. What comes back is a reflection of the energy you are radiating. If negative people are being attracted to you, then be self-assured that you are sending out energy that appeared on their radar screen. Instead of focusing on not trying to attract them. ...
Views: 1675(1 vote) - Don't Speed on the Learning Curve - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2004 from Stuart RosenLife is full of lessons, and those lessons take time to "get." Sometimes we're so distracted by everything else that we don't get it for quite some time. It's not really a problem, as long as we understand that. Unfortunately, it often comes with a lack of patience too. We've become such a Now ...
Views: 1247(1 vote) - Are You Happy? Really? - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2004 from Becky Waters"Listen with your heart… for it houses the secret whispers of your Soul." - Bw What is happiness? It’s a feeling, as Webster describes it “…a feeling of pleasure, contentment or joy; feeling satisfied that something is right or has been done right.” Where does this happy feeling come from? ...
Views: 836(1 vote) - The Infinite Passion of Life - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2004 from James ClaytonA single improvement is often enough to produce far-reaching consequences in one’s fortune. – Max Gunther, The Luck Factor For most of us the prospect of a invigorating beginning in a new Location, a fresh start in life — re-energizes us. It brings about a feeling of what I call that ...
Views: 3120 - IF ONLY PEOPLE WERE AS GRATEFUL AS DOGS . . . - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2004 from Pauline WallinIF ONLY PEOPLE WERE AS GRATEFUL AS DOGS . . . As I gave my dog a small morsel of toast the other day, I reflected on how grateful a creature she is. Abby is just as thrilled to receive a crumb as she is to get a huge bone. She never complains that the crumb is too small, or too cold or too ...
Views: 2189 - When Will Life Stop Being a Struggle? - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2004 from Donna KarlinA question I hear often, along with many others. "When will I finally have time for me...for my life? When will I be successful?" or "When will I know true happiness?" I know my answers will be controversial and cause reactions. Good. If I'm pushing your buttons in any way it means you ...
Views: 3141 - Transforming Our Communities - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2004 from Danish AhmedHave you ever heard the phrases, "if you want love, give love" or "if you want joy, give joy?" Is it true? Does it work? It's difficult to quantify love or joy. However, there are other things that we can measure. Here's an example that relates this concept to networking: One of my good ...
Views: 1401(2 votes) - Conversational Negative Self-talk - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2004 from Skye ThomasMost people don't even know they're doing it. Throughout the course of normal conversation, they bombard themselves with negative self-talk. Even people who are aware of the power of their words seem to miss some of the most commonly used derogatory comments that are made towards ourselves in ...
Views: 1775 - Achievement and Happiness the 80/20 Way - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2004 from Rasheed AliIf there was ever a principle that was responsible for the most happiness and achievement in the world, it would be the 80/20 Principle. The 80/20 Principle or Pareto Principle was discovered in 1897 by an Italian economist Vilfredo Pareto while he was searching for patterns of wealth and ...
Views: 1064 - This Just Ain’t Good! - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2009 from Gene Simmons“Nope, this just ain’t good!” How many times in our lives have we had those or similar words bouncing around inside our skulls? Yeah, I’ve lost count, too! There are usually only a few reasons these annoying words show up. Occasionally, it’ll be when we just run smack-dab into an “Oh ...
Views: 1356 - Your Pot of Gold: Waiting for the Rainbow's End - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2004 from Steve BrunkhorstAn old story tells of a country pastor who had created a very beautiful garden. He had removed the old decaying trees and replaced them with healthy young saplings. He had dug granite stones from the hillside and built steps and walkways throughout the garden.A clear stream ran through the ...
Views: 1227 - Savoring Moments Through Mindful Eating - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2004 from Maya FrostWe all eat. But how mindful are we of every bite we take? Your mother always told you to slow down and taste your food. That’s great advice, especially when we find ourselves grabbing a quick snack on the run or eating a meal while driving. How we eat says as much about us as what we choose to ...
Views: 1344 - Big Wave Mindfulness: Surfing For A Connection - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2004 from Maya FrostSurfing is mindfulness in action. Riding the biggest waves is an all-out, fully-present-or-die-trying proposition. Thanks to a persistent case of aquaphobia, I've never tried surfing. However, I've done my share of snowboarding, and I am trying to imagine what it would be like to carve the ...
Views: 1304 - Mirrors - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2009 from Gene SimmonsMirrors, mirrors all around Why don’t I hear the joyful sound Of myself clapping as I stroll by? Is it you or is it I? Aarghhh! My sincere apologies to the real poets of the world! The things I do to amuse myself… Mirrors lie. All those pieces of glass with the reflective coating on ...
Views: 2066(1 vote) - The Top 10 Reasons to Give Us All a Break and Quit Using Your Cell Phone in the Car - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2004 from Susan DunnYes, USING it. Read the data about just the conversation part. Read the data about the hands-free part. Go here http://www.nysgtsc.state.ny.us/phon-ndx.htm for tips for safe cellular phone use in the car (if there is such a thing). 1. Interrogatory No. 2: Was a cell phone in use in your ...
Views: 1147(1 vote) - What is real freedom? - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2004 from ashok kumarWhat is true Freedom? Freedom.... The cherished goal of humanity throughout its history. No society has ever been happy under the rule of people of some other society. History, from one perspective, is nothing but a struggle between two groups-one attempting to enslave or keeping ...
Views: 1293(1 vote) - How to Deal with the Bullies in Your Life - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2004 from Debbie MandelRecently, many articles have explored the painful relationship between bullies and their victims. Often rooted in childhood, the consequences are far-reaching and almost never ending – for victim and bully. Patterns endure and ultimately define both adult conscious and subconscious ...
Views: 1742(1 vote) - Protect your self-care when others tempt you to stray - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2004 from Linda DessauSo, you've set your self-care goals and you're all set. You've even considered the ways you'll sabotage yourself - but wait! What about those well-meaning friends and relatives who: ~ With all good intention pass along clutter from their house to yours – "this would look great on you", or "I ...
Views: 1234(1 vote) - Clearing and Balancing Your Chakra's - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2004 from Linda FoltynEvery day I give myself a bath, well that too, but this is a colorful light bath that clears and balances my chakra's. I use it at the beginning of my day to protect myself and set my intentions. Here are steps on how you to can balance your chakra's. Begin by sitting comfortably. Take a deep ...
Views: 2626(1 vote) - The “G” Word - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2009 from Gene SimmonsOK – so there are lots of “G” words, however for today we’ll focus on one particular word that has created (I would have used the word “wreaked”, but I personally think it’s a silly word that always seems to have an umbilical connection to the word “havoc”) a bunch of havoc and confusion in our ...
Views: 1412(1 vote) - Five Major Ways to Save Money - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2004 from Paul F Davis anThere are two main roads to improving your personal finances: increasing income, and cutting costs. Increasing income is the harder road to travel. After all, you can't always get a raise or a new job when you need one. But cutting costs, that's a different story! You're in complete control ...
Views: 2539(1 vote) - Doing What You Love? - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2004 from Jennifer LoudenCan I tell you, frankly, how sick I am of the story that because we do what we love, we should always be jubilant, light hearted, blissed out, can't-wait-to-get-out-of-bed every-bloody-morning happy and content? Have you ever fell into this belief?What a disservice this myth does to women like ...
Views: 1342(1 vote) - How to Protect You and Your Children from West Nile Virus - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2004 from Susan DunnTAKE THE MOSQUITO-BAIT QUIZ: Who is most likely to get bit by mosquitoes? a. Tom, who goes jogging at dawn in his shorts and tank top. b. Mary, who sprays her hair, puts on deodorant, perfume, sunscreen, and her sharp-but-scanty black patio dress, and heads for a late afternoon lawn party, ...
Views: 1178(1 vote) - On Living Well - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2004 from richard jonesLife is a... Well, you know the saying. But life is also one helluva party. Life isn't all-good, and it isn't all-bad. And even though your parents brought you to the bash, the older you get the more you should realize that it's up to you to enjoy being here, especially if you're gaining ...
Views: 1054(1 vote) - Eight Keys to Happiness - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2004 from Thelma MarianoI visit my mother in a nursing home several days a week. Each time I leave I am grateful for being able to walk into the bright sunshine on my own two legs. There are so many things to be thankful for in my life – among them good health, my skills and abilities and caring relationships. I find ...
Views: 5085(1 vote) - How To Give the "Gift of a Lifetime" - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2004 from Van DayGiving that special someone a special gift can be very difficult. Depending on the situation and occasion, it can be a very tricky thing. You want to do the right thing, but if you’re not careful, it can backfire. As many have found out, you need to give this some considerable thought. But ...
Views: 918 - Build a Storehouse of Energy and Resiliency - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2004 from Steve BrunkhorstDid you ever feel like your "get-up-and-go" got up and deserted you? Has a stressful situation left you feeling drained and unmotivated to perform the simplest tasks?Most of us have experienced times of stress followed by fatigue. The resiliency to work, play, and enjoy life after stressful ...
Views: 1149 - JOY - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2004 from Berend LangeOn Friday, I was coaching on Fish Hoek beach when we saw a school of dolphins. Not far away, they were swimming close to the surface, leaping forward half way out of the water and heading towards an unknown destination in their peculiar determined way like they often do. One thing was ...
Views: 1015 - Understanding Mental Health - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2004 from Lisa AngelettieThe term "mental health" is one that sends some people running for cover. People want to always present the illusion of total control at all times; But statistics over the years have shown us a different reality. One out of ten people will suffer from some sort of mental health problem over the ...
Views: 1001(1 vote) - How to Wake Up and Smell the Roses - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2004 from Debbie MandelIntellectually, we know that everyday is a good day. We are well acquainted with the proverbs: the glass is half full instead of half empty and it could always be worse. However, emotionally many of us just don’t feel that way. According to the gardening calendar June is the month of ...
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