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- Are You Running on Empty? - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Sharon BallAre you running on empty? Going through day after day of what feels like meaningless activities that take up all your time and energy? Everywhere you look there is a fire that needs to be put out? One demand after another from others? Do you feel that you have lost the real you? Is your life ...
Views: 1564 - C Is For Conscious - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Sara DillingerThe English word “conscious” originally derived from the Latin conscius (con- “together” + scire “to know”). It is interesting to note, though, that the Latin word did not have the same meaning as our word — it meant knowing with, in other words, having joint or common knowledge with ...
Views: 1564 - Black History Month - Nelson Mandela, How Do You Embrace Freedom? - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2010 from Alicia IsaacsYou've probably heard the term, 'embrace freedom'. But how do you truly do that? First of all, in order for you to embrace freedom you must first believe that you are free. Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 27 years. How do you suppose he maintained his sanity for such a long time and rose to ...
Views: 1563 - How to Get my Boyfriend Back by Using Reasonable Words and Text Messages - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2013 from Franklin FashayaRelationship issues are major causes of stressful lives among many people, men and women alike. One of the many issues that counselors have had to deal with mostly is women wanting to find out ways of how to get their ex back, how to make it work, and stuff. Even though it depends on the kind of ...
Views: 1563 - Are you looking to sell your damaged car? WeBuyAnyDamagedCar have the answer - by Submitted on May 01, 2012 from Abbey SmithAre you the owner of a damaged car? It can be difficult to know what to do when you find yourself with the keys to a vehicle that’s unable even to be driven from your driveway. Have you found yourself in the receipt of a thick wad of costs after taking your damaged car to a garage? If you ...
Views: 1562 - Are You Ready For A Spiritual and Personal Transformation? - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2010 from Dr. Carol BateyAre you ready for a Spiritual and Personal Transformation? “There I say unto you. What things so ever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them.” Romans 8:26 (KJV) You are wondering what a spiritual and personal transformation is. Then you may ask does ...
Views: 1562(3 votes) - Book Review: Life Strategies: Doing What Works, Doing What Matters - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2015 from Phil McGrawIf you are: capable of more than you are accomplishing; frustrated that you are not making more money; Stuck in a rut and not getting what you want; bored with yourself; silently enduring an emotionally barren life or marriage; trudging, zombie-like, through an unchallenging ...
Views: 1561 - Love and Freedom - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2013 from Harold BeckerWhat we do each moment has a powerful impact on life. Each choice we make, and each we ignore, adds to the collective experience. Where we place our attention and what we contemplate becomes our reality. The power of our mind is amazing, yet nothing compares to what we can do when we come ...
Views: 1560(1 vote) - 10 Lessons I learned from Einstein and Paulo Coelho - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2012 from Liz WrightI have always wanted to see the world, but one of my biggest inspirations for actually getting out there came from reading the book "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho shortly before I started my travels. The book is a fable about a shephard who dreams of a treasure waiting for him at the Pyramids ...
Views: 1559 - A Personal Dawn - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2014 from Qumran TajNew beginnings are always opportunities but a measure of anxiety and a pinch (or two) of uncertainty are usually part of the mix. What we do with our new start will determine how well we fare in the weeks and months ahead. Remember that every beginning has a story that went before. In the now ...
Views: 1559(1 vote) - Are you Trading your Intuition for Information? - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2013 from LaTalya PalmerI had to share this inspiring conversation I had with my business girlfriend, sister in success and mentor- L. Denise Jackson. We were pretty excited about upcoming events and projects we were working on and a topic close to my heart came up. Women who are freaking GENIUSES but don't implement ...
Views: 1559 - Are You Willing to Toot Your Own Horn? - by Submitted on May 11, 2012 from Jodi ChapmanWhy is it so hard to step into our own power? Why do so many of us have such a hard time claiming our talents and shouting them from the rooftops? We have no problem tooting our loved ones’ horns, yet when it comes to tooting our own, we suddenly become mute. On what page in the “How to be ...
Views: 1559 - The Tao of Our Economic Crisis - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Bill DouglasWorld Tai Chi & Qigong Day will expand across hundreds of cities in over 65 nations and all 50 US states soon. It may offer something that can profoundly benefit our national and global economy. How? The Chinese character for “crisis” is made up of two other characters, “danger,” and ...
Views: 1559 - "Don't Cry Because It's Over. Smile Because It Happened." - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2016 from Barry and Joyce VissellThose nine words by Ted Geisel (Dr.Seuss), one of our country’s favorite storytellers, contain so much wisdom. They apply to many different aspects of life, but I would like to focus on the area of relationships. Most of us are going to have relationships end at some point in our lives, whether ...
Views: 1558 - Discover Your Destiny and Transform Your World - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2012 from Michael EcuyerOnce you discover your destiny in life, the door to changing your world will open up. You are not a random blob on the face of this earth but a magnificent treasure waiting to be uncovered. Your life has a specific purpose. God did not close His eyes and randomly throw everything up and wait ...
Views: 1558 - The Baby Whisperer Vol 3: Your Children and You: Keys to Strengthen Core Relationships - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2011 from Joan Marie WhelanMost conscientious partners want the best for their newborn child, adopted child and even their “furry” four-legged kids. How you choose to set up the emotional environment for bringing baby into the world is not only one of the dynamics to the structure of your child’s emotional awareness, but ...
Views: 1558 - The Power Within You - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2010 from Athena KapantasI am on a spiritual sabbatical in the Gulf of Mexico and today the sun has decided to hide behind the shady clouds above. I know it is still there even though I can't see it or feel its warm rays. The same goes with our Spirits. Like the sun, it is hidden, unseen, but that does not mean it is ...
Views: 1558 - The Sorry State of Apologies - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Jane CranstonAll of us make mistakes, say things we didn’t mean, forget, or are rude when we may not have intended to be. Experience has taught me most people don’t intentionally harm others but once they do, they’re reluctant, or find it difficult, to take responsibility for the damage. According to ...
Views: 1558(1 vote) - Dysfunctional Families Never Totally Go Away - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2017 from David HarmIt is coming up on a year since I was diagnosed with cancer. An amazing year it has been. A year of strength, as well as a year of fear. It has been filled with a sense of accomplishment as well as disappointment. I have experienced the whole emotional gauntlet for the last 12 months. It ...
Views: 1557 - Is Your Need for Attention Ruining Everyone Else's Life? - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2013 from Lisa Haishadentify someone in your life who is strong, unique, willful, and in charge, and you're probably thinking of a narcissist -- one of the eight "impostors" I've identified that manifest in people's lives. The narcissist is arguably the most noticeable in the impostor family because it doesn't just ...
Views: 1557(1 vote) - Life Is a Journey - So Enjoy the Trip! - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2012 from Rosalie KahnI was sitting next to my wonderful husband in the car thinking that in a few weeks I would have been celebrating forty years of marriage if I had still been with my first husband. Am I sad? No, not at all. I have been married to my prince for the past twenty-one years. Everything we ...
Views: 1557(1 vote) - Moving on to the Beyond – Can One Step out of Being a Believer or a Non-believer? - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2013 from Gopalakrishnan ChandrasekaranMessages from paranormal phenomena can take us into the realm of the unknown, the Beyond. To receive the messages, one must listen and remain without judging. That means one should not fall a prey to the usual tendency of being a believer or a non-believer. Human beings generally live ...
Views: 1557 - Vedanta Integral Health Care Systems - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2011 from Dr. Ramniwas PrasherStudies conform the ancient health techniques described in Indian medical literatures. Vedic lifestyle can be a potent preventive measure. The Indian system of detoxification and healing for senses-mind-spirit is yoga and for body is Ayurveda. VEDANTA AYURVEDA developed a unique training ...
Views: 1557 - CREATIVENESS - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2013 from Vinod AnandCREATIVENESS (Vinod Anand) One of the greatest problems confronting us at this present time is the question of creativeness, how to bring about the creative release of the individual, and if we can consider the question, not merely verbally, but go into it very deeply, perhaps we shall be ...
Views: 1556 - What Do You Say When You Talk To Yourself? - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from James "Mac" McPartlandAn Introduction to Authenticity-- A Simple Life Lesson Far Too Often Forgotten One of the cruelest aspects of human nature is that far too often we judge someone or something based on appearance. No matter how enlightened we may perceive ourselves to be, each and every one of us is guilty of ...
Views: 1556 - How To Handle A ‘No’ Reply In Your Telemarketing Campaign - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2012 from Belinda SummersEver had problems with your telemarketing campaign? Well, that is a constant if you think about it. We all know that it could be a real pain for us in lead generation if we meet a lot of bumps and delays along the way, affecting our sales pipeline and generation of B2B leads. One of these is the ...
Views: 1555 - Be the Best You Can Be - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2010 from Hugh DeBurghBefore you can even begin to reorder your life, you must surrender. Most people cringe at the thought of surrender. We are fighters. We don’t just give up. I am not suggesting that you surrender to others. I am suggesting that you surrender to yourself. You don’t have to like your life or ...
Views: 1554(2 votes) - Being Divine Love - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2013 from Harold BeckerUnconditional love is a power so universally recognized that we all aspire to its realization whether we are conscious of it or not. We yearn for it, pray for it and, at times, even fight for it. Throughout time great master teachers have come forth to remind us of it. On a deep inner level, we ...
Views: 1554 - Looking Forward or Living - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Willie HortonI was chatting to a client’s PA last Wednesday – she started the conversation with “Are you looking forward to the weekend?” When I mentioned to her that it was only Wednesday, she replied “Ah, but the weekend’s almost here once you get past Wednesday lunchtime!” Indeed, as I write this on a ...
Views: 1554(1 vote) - An Open Letter to My Daughter Gracelyn in the Era of Donald Trump - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2017 from Bruce MulkeyDear Gracelyn, Today I write this letter to you so that you might better understand the tumultuous transformation that’s currently underway in our nation. For while your mother Shonnie and I are doing our best during your childhood to shelter you from adult concerns, I’m guessing that you ...
Views: 1553(1 vote) - Fearless in Difficult Times - by Submitted on May 03, 2009 from Ton PascalAm I making the right choice? Should I change directions and line of work, or should I look for another job? When things are not what you used to know, and difficult times surround you at every turn, it is normal that you start questioning yourself and your motivation. BUT it is then that you ...
Views: 1553 - Keeping Your Word - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2011 from Jeanna GabelliniI think most people will agree that keeping your word is a good thing. I know that when someone tells me they are going to do something that will positively impact me in some way, I want them to follow through. Yet, the flip side of this value of integrity can take you into a tailspin. I’ve ...
Views: 1551(1 vote) - The Dog Ate My Homework: Really? Still? - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2012 from Noelle NelsonRemember the good old days when you actually thought you could get away with “the dog ate my homework?” Or – updated version – “My baby sister deleted my homework with one swipe of her pureed banana fingertips”? How well did it work then? Uh-huh. So why do you keep running the same refrain ...
Views: 1551 - The Joy and Excitement of Living - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Willie HortonYears of psychological research suggests that we are not living life to the full. This research concludes that we go through the motions of daily life, using the faculties of automaticity (to enable us perform almost everything mindlessly), categorization (so that we can pigeonhole every new ...
Views: 1551(1 vote) - Who's Writing the Script of "Your Life"? - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2010 from Peter NichollsImagine you're attending a live theatre show with friends. It's interval and the inevitable question comes up: What do you think of the show so far?” This particular show is rather different and it's vitally important to you - it's called “Your Life”. You're the star, the director, producer and ...
Views: 1551(3 votes) - Are You Stressed? - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2015 from Womens Recreation, Inc.What is it that is stressing you? What do you do to reduce your stress level? There are two types of levels that can stress you, world issues and personal issues. The world issues are things that happen all over the world, they can be war, devastation brought on by Mother Nature or economic ...
Views: 1550 - Build a New You by Creating a Victory Journal - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2012 from Liz Fletcher BrownOne of the most powerful ways to change your self-image is to replace negative thoughts about yourself with positive ones. You do this by taking time each day to visualize how you would like to be. The more you visualize your ideal self-image, the more you will actualize it in your life. This ...
Views: 1550 - Cherish People Not Perfection - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2013 from MaryEllen TribbyIt’s Christmas week and we are all busy. Unfortunately, many people hear the word ‘busy’ and think ‘stressful’. Well, this does not have to be the case. As a matter of fact, busy should mean fun, joy and excitement. I want you to have less stress and more joy this holiday season. ...
Views: 1550 - Online academic solutions-a new way to cope up with tough schedule - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2012 from sms 111This world has taken entirely a new dimension since the advent of information technology. Information technology has permeated in our lives in a way that our life style before technology, just like fifteen years ago, sounds medieval and slow paced. Information technology has brought changes into ...
Views: 1550 - What Do Prince William, Sarah Palin's Alaska & Cat vs Gator Have In Common? - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2010 from James LeGrandIn the midst of a faulty economic recovery, high unemployment, continuing foreclosures, and the prospects of inflation or hyperinflation, people around the world continue to focus more attention on things and people that cannot and will not help them in their daily lives than on the work that ...
Views: 1550 - Family Matters: From chaos to Order - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2009 from Dr. Deana MurphyA family design meeting is a great way to discover what will be a unified conclusion to make the environment work orderly and peaceably for everyone. Discussions during a design meeting can include the storage needs, personal needs, social needs, or any emotional responses to certain colors, ...
Views: 1549(3 votes) - Growing Old Gracefully - by Submitted on May 10, 2011 from cedric riceOne thing about life is that we are constantly ageing. There is absolutely nothing that we can do about it. We can try to use products which make us look younger or we can take vitamins and supplements and spend hours at the gym but no matter what we do and how hard we try we are going to grow ...
Views: 1549 - Is it Possible to Stop a Wave in the Middle of its Break? - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Irit GezlerThe manifestation of reality begins with an idea or desire, continues with a plan and progresses with actions. Although we can't see or hear it, in the beginning of this idea formation, a mysterious voice emerges which reveals to the universe our plan, which immediately starts to recruit and ...
Views: 1549 - Dance of Solitude - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2013 from Barbara MillerWhile on a cruise with my husband David, we decided to take a side excursion in Dominica to a beautiful rainforest. We were there to go tubing down what were supposed to be gentle rapids. I started getting nervous when I was strapped into a heavy duty life jacket but it was too late to turn back ...
Views: 1548(1 vote) - Disasters Can Teach Lessons of Gratitude - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2014 from Winifred BraggIn the world today, we encounter a lot of negativity, pain, stress and natural disasters. Many days, we wake up with far too much to do, far too much to think about, far too many concerns, and far too many problems. In Virginia where I live, in the span of less than one week, we experienced ...
Views: 1548(2 votes) - Don't You Think It's Time? - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2012 from Jodi ChapmanI’ve noticed lately more than ever that giving is considered virtuous. The more you give, the better you are. So guess what we all do? We give and give and give even more. I am certainly guilty of this. I love to give. I love working with others who also have generous spirits. It feels good to ...
Views: 1548 - Ohhhh What is like to be an Entrepreneur! A fun anecdote moment. - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2013 from Elise QuevedoThose times in biz life when you want to scream and give up.. Just had one of those!! You know what I mean…Heart racing, eyes popping out… ohhh what is like to be an Entrepreneur! So let me tell you about this moment… I am talking to this great friend of mine over Skype when all of a sudden ...
Views: 1548(4 votes) - success - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2011 from Martin MorrisSuccess, everybody wants the key that will open the Door or unlock the secret. There are books, web sites, coaches, products, systems, techniques and the list goes on. What is the one thing that you must have, without it nothing else you put in its place will work long term for your life? ...
Views: 1548 - Taking Care of Yourself - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2011 from Jo LaplaceI am a woman who historically has not taken care of me because my family has always come first. I did not believe the “well” would ever run dry. I believed I was a super Mom, Wife, Sister, Friend, Neighbor, Cheer Leader, Teacher, Specialist, Taxi Driver and every other person I could divide ...
Views: 1548(2 votes) - The Buddha Says... - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2017 from Lisa BoussonThe Buddha Says: “Young man, be aware of these four good-hearted friends: the helper, the friend who endures in good times and bad, the mentor, and the compassionate friend.” The Helper can be identified by four things: by protecting you when you are vulnerable, and likewise your wealth, ...
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