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It's so easy to get caught up in the busyness of life and
forget to live it to the fullest. Here are 101 Ways To Say YES! To Life.
Modify them to fit your budget and safety needs (say YES! to life by being smart
about your safety, too!), use them to spark your own ideas, ... Views: 1974
Many years before I found my way into a group room or sat in a chair before a client, I listened to a recording of Dr. King and his "I Have a Dream" speech. Having listened to his speech I knew I wanted to help people in some way and I knew I wanted to affect change, I just didn't know how. I ... Views: 1973
Customer service is also a fundamental part of your business’sales lead generation campaign.After all, there will be occasions, especially when calling current customers, that some problem or vexation will be brought up during the discussion. When that happens, it is important to deal with them ... Views: 1973
As we prepare for 2011 and all the wonderful challenges that it has to offer, I'd like to tell you about a brand new course I will be running starting on the 1st February 2011. It's called:
Mind Alchemy: Change Your Life in 28 Days
It's a complete 28 day course which will be run on the ... Views: 1972
Today I answered these 100 questions. I think it is important to answer these questions if you are thinking of marrying, or remarrying. If you would like to see my answers drop me an email at susanmckenzie2003@yahoo.co.uk.
MARRIAGE
1. What is your concept of marriage?
2. Have you been ... Views: 1971
The Bully Effect- A Review
By: Paulet Biedermann
“The Bully Effect,” a most poignant illustration of the emotional pain, torment and desperation suffered by not only the victims of bullying, but their families, schools and ultimately the community. The play written and produced by Gita and ... Views: 1971
"NOW is the operative word. Everything you put in your way is just a method of putting off the hour when you could actually be doing your dream. You don't need endless time and perfect conditions. Do it now. Do it today. Do it for twenty minutes and watch your heart start beating." ~ Sam ... Views: 1970
Have you ever considered the gifts you bring to others? Most of us didn’t grow up thinking about our gifts, and still don’t. Yes, if you were a great athlete, your talents were most likely lauded as a gift. The same goes with kids who were good students. However, I’m talking about the gifts ... Views: 1967
In a neighborhood in South Dakota, a mom and her three kids lived in a nice neighborhood. Because she was a widow, the community was very helpful and supportive of her when she moved in. They would bring her homemade meals, desserts and even offer to baby sit while she found a new job. Of ... Views: 1967
Today's article is on the importance of Deep Breathing and the amazing benefits it has on the mind, body and spirit.
As most schools getting ready to break for the holiday's, you may begin to notice and experience in your kids some extra pent up energy, possibly leftover from the classroom ... Views: 1967
In life it may seem like there are many twists and turns and at times we feel like we don't know whether we are coming or going. One thing is for certain though, we are always in choice. We may not realize it but, in this life we always have a choice. In these moments we can either choose to ... Views: 1966
The last 50 years have been very fruitful when it comes to technology inventions: From the Kodak Instamatic in 1961 to the PlayStation 4 in 2013, it has always been one exciting device after the other. But the question is: Which has influenced and changed our lives the most? Here is our top 10 ... Views: 1966
Lesson #1 for the Beginning Writer
I am a freelance writer and I have been working for over thirty years. I might amend that and also state that I have been getting paid to write. That is the most important part; isn’t it?
I am quite often asked to do workshops for beginning writers. They ... Views: 1966
When you give to others your gift is abundance. Giving doesn’t always mean in the monetary from. When you donate anything of yourself, you are giving. By helping someone else you are making their life easier and it makes the heart and soul feel good.
When you donate your time it will come ... Views: 1965
In an episode of the Biggest Loser, the contestants were challenged to run a race. The race wasn’t designed to be a simple undertaking. Each participant was required to wear a special belt. Attached to these belts were weights in increments of the amount of weight they each had lost over the ... Views: 1965
Domestic violence is a global phenomenon which has, for decades, been a scourge in society. However, the fact that it has been in existence for ages can never make it acceptable. Instead, it places a greater responsibility on modern society to find new approaches to deal with the problem so that ... Views: 1962
In my industry, there are many caring people. After all, it is a caring industry. We care for humans and animals. We post about abandoned, neglected, and abused animals on social media. We do our best to raise awareness. I do wonder, however, about the people who dump their animals at a ... Views: 1962
Amos 3:3
Do you find yourself repeatedly having heated conversations with someone you are in a relationship with?
Have you ever been involved with someone who was all wrong for you and not realized it until months or even years later?
Have you had a habit of mistaking drama and tension ... Views: 1962
The Best Place in the World
Imagine the most idyllic place your imagination can savor and luxuriate in?
Creating Utopia
Imagine this place where people are always so fair, honest, kind, nice, helpful, sweet and generous. This is what Utopia is.
A Man For All Seasons
Have you heard of ... Views: 1962
You can also make your own compilation of your favorite jokes on internet which can be accessed by the whole world or by the person you want without spending even a little penny.
You can Update your funny statuses on daily basis, its the easily way to attract people on your facebook profile. ... Views: 1961
I thought I would share with you some insights and life lessons which have been useful for me on my own journey. I hope you enjoy them and find them useful.
1) Handle your ‘ due diligence’
Have you noticed that in life, there will always be people who lie, cheat, abuse, manipulate and ... Views: 1960
Ethan Hunt’s mission (Tom Cruise- Mission Impossible 4), that he’s already accepted, is to pacify a diabolical master-mind bent on starting World War III is. To do this, Ethan needs access to the highly-secured server room nestled within the world’s tallest building, the Burj Kahlifa All “safe” ... Views: 1960
The sole survivor of Yemenia Flight 626 could barely swim and didn't have a life jacket. When Bahia Bakari's airplane crashed into the stormy Indian Ocean this week, killing 152 other passengers and crew, the 12-year-old girl suddenly found herself in the watery darkness. She could hear the ... Views: 1958
Even though it was two years ago, I can still remember the conversation like it was yesterday.
My friend, Janet, called me in hysterics the night of her company holiday party. Earlier that evening she was mingling with many co-workers. As the night went on, she found herself deep in a ... Views: 1958
It takes a lot of hard work and dedication to open your own business. There are many businesses that stood the test of time and have hung around for years. It is so sad when you see a business close its doors, for whatever reason. As you drive through the neighborhoods in your community, you ... Views: 1953
Over the years, I’ve learned information, gained wisdom, and ultimately empowered myself to understand the potent effects of subconscious beliefs, mental processes, emotional energy, and spiritual connections.
The guidelines I based my core daily life on became pretty consistent. I knew these ... Views: 1952
Are Movies a Reflection?
By Sherri Rabinowitz
The movies Nine and A Single Man have one major theme in common. No, its not that they were both nominated for an Oscar. Or that they were both released last year. Not even that both movies were well written, well acted and well produced. It ... Views: 1951
Sometimes through change and adversity we find our life’s purpose – the eye sheds a tear to find its focus. ~Robert Brault
No matter how well we plan, from time to time life will present us with unexpected change, or an outright detour. While these challenges may initially throw us off ... Views: 1951
I have been busy with the media discussing the recent killing of seventeen year old Trayvon Martin in Sanford, Florida. A volunteer with a local neighborhood watch committee observed Martin walking alone wearing a “hoodie” sweatshirt draped over his head. The volunteer, George Zimmerman, called ... Views: 1950
It is argued that the discipline of art and science are truly distinct from each other. While that is a fact but it does not mean that we go about separating the two subjects to an extent that they become each other’s rivals. In our academic culture where science is generally looked upon in ... Views: 1946
Our inner spirit can be damaged by outside forces. Even though our spirit is very strong, it is also susceptible to taking a blow when we get hurt mentally or physically.
Some people are fine tuned to their inner spirit. They know all of the great qualities that define who they are and they ... Views: 1946
If you have an upcoming party, you might be thinking of a fancy finger food that would appeal to everyone. For children’s party, baby showers or any other gathering, a sweet dessert is always a big hit. Such food item with a rich taste would complete a heavy main course. You may consider serving ... Views: 1944
If you have an upcoming party, you might be thinking of a fancy finger food that would appeal to everyone. For children’s party, baby showers or any other gathering, a sweet dessert is always a big hit. Such food item with a rich taste would complete a heavy main course. You may consider serving ... Views: 1944
This is the third instalment on how to defend yourself the smart way. We have covered the biggest mistake in self defense and the secret to winning against an attacker twice your size. This article is about how to address your fear.
Fear
Fear is a natural reaction when you know your safety ... Views: 1944
A funny thing happened when I was instructing my English 121 class today, the teacher (me!) became the student. In the blink of an eye, I was in awe of how much my "kids" as I affectionately call them, know about themselves, writing and life in general.
I have to admit, it isn't always easy ... Views: 1943
Do you every stop and say to yourself… “if only I had known then, what I know now, things would be different.” But would they really? Probably not! Why? You did exactly what you did or didn’t do at that time, because you weren’t ready to anything differently. What you did at that time is ... Views: 1943
Magnetic Quest... Youth Self-actualization Quest!
Magnetic Quest, set to launch in the spring of 2012, will give youth, age 17 and up, the opportunity to embark on a personal Quest for self-actualization… integrating essential life skills, social media, online gaming, and a solid support ... Views: 1939
As a woman in my mid-thirties, I feel a sense of urgency amongst my single friends. While it was perfectly fine to be single in our twenties, being single in our thirties, seems to be a place that no one really wants to find themselves. I know that I have that little voice that is constantly ... Views: 1936
Tick Tock, Tick Tock. Does time seem to be speeding up the older you get? There may be an unlikely culprit keeping you stuck in life’s holding pattern – it’s physical and emotional clutter that has crept into your life over the years. In this article, I’m going to provide a three step ... Views: 1936
In the aftermath of quite a few near death experiences, the person gets cured of almost impossible medical conditions much to the amazement of the hospital staff. We look into some case studies and the possible inferences from them in this presentation.
There are many aspects of near death ... Views: 1936
Don’t let a major life setback drag you down.
Life isn’t always a bed roses. Sometimes things happen that we totally didn’t see coming and couldn’t have prevented. Maybe it’s the loss of a job, the end of a relationship, being rejected by your dream school, or the sting of a business failure. ... Views: 1934
I want to take you on a journey of a state of being. So as you read this, let your eyes softly drift from one word to the next. Let this chapter guide you on an adventure into divine being through imagination, curiousness and open heart. Remember, this is a true story about my life of ... Views: 1934
If you follow my work you know that I view anxiety quite differently than most people. Instead of seeing it as something to eliminate as quickly as possible – usually with medication – I see it as the soul’s way of communicating, via the vessel of the body, that something is awry inside and is ... Views: 1933
Wouldn’t it be wonderful if you could flick a switch to change your life? What if you could simply press a button to achieve your hopes and goals? Well, if you look around the internet a little – not much searching required, you will find personal development websites that suggest that ... Views: 1933
People fall prey to conditioned responses unknowingly. As a result, their reactions to others become robotic. They can release themselves from this sad state of affairs through transcendence brought about by simple self-awareness towards inner freedom. That would lead to discovering natural ... Views: 1932
The only way by which you can make your life better is through Self improvement so whether you like it will always remain the major controlling factor in any human beings way and manner of living. Since the informal education of anyone begins from the cradle and ends at the grave and in order ... Views: 1932
How would you like to be happier with your life and happier overall in five simple steps? Did you know that happiness is 50 % genetics and depending on who´s formula you follow the rest is a combination of your circumstances, your attitude and what you choose to fill your day with. When you are ... Views: 1929
Friends are an important part of a person's life. So it's worth asking ourselves: How many friends can a person realistically have? Thus, we can set the right expectations for ourselves in building a social life and attain the best results.
On social media website like Facebook, you can have ... Views: 1929