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- How Your Dream World Affects Your Physical World - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2010 from iain leggThe mind does not make an appearance within physical reality, but the brain is based in physical reality, and likewise our dreams occupy the same space as the mind…..that is, no space at all. The images that appear in dreams appear as “forms” in other realities and ...
Views: 4364 - What Are Your Personal Policies - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2008 from Robin JonesJust about every business has policies: those rules and guidelines that clear up the grey areas between the business and its clients and customers, clarifying expectations, keeping integrity intact, helping the business process run smoothly. But what about your personal policies? If you feel ...
Views: 814 - The Power Of Personal Growth - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2008 from Manny GoldmanThe Power of Personal Growth explores what Personal Growth is, illustrates its value and demonstrates what’s possible for you, your loved ones and the world at large. The book offers an inside view of the impact Personal Growth has had on the 56 people who contributed to the book. ...
Views: 627 - Count Your Blessings - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2008 from Andrew LawrenceSometimes, for days or weeks or even months, we get so busy with our lives. we get so caught up in our life, in our work and in ourselves that we lose sight of what is really important in life. Sometimes we need to stop ... take a deep breath ... center ourselves, and put our life into proper ...
Views: 1716 - How To Publish Your Book For Under $100 (Or Even FREE!) - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2008 from Michael MurphyHave you've always dreamed of seeing your poems, stories or non-fiction book in print? Have you imagined what it would be like to see your name, as the author of that book, write there at the bottom of the front cover? Have you felt hopeless, like 'that' would never happen? Well, take heart. It ...
Views: 1129 - Wake Up Wake Up Your Body Is Calling - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2008 from Joan CampbellDo you know the old saying, If Momma ain’t happy ain’t nobody happy? Well my body woke me up this morning giving me a more personal saying: If your body ain’t happy you ain’t gonna be happy and we’re letting you know right now, we’re not happy with you. We are sick and tired of the way you take ...
Views: 1436 - Tips To Help Get Men/Husbands Organized - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2010 from Marilyn BohnHonestly this is the very hardest!! Tips I have found that work for me: I show him how I want it to look and how I want it kept that way (like junk 'resource' drawers that he also uses all the time). I bought organizers for the drawer and organized it and asked him (a verbal contract) if he ...
Views: 1409 - The Gift - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2008 from Ton PascalJust after publishing my book, Dream Your Life Positively which dealt basically with the universal laws of attraction, a good friend asked me: Does it means that all disasters, diseases, or personal loss are a reflection of my thoughts? The world we live in is our responsibility I said. We act ...
Views: 1067 - Are You Tuned In To Reality? - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2008 from Francine LarsonAre you tuned in to reality? Am I tuned in to reality? No, it isn’t a radio station or a television channel. My thesaurus gives many definitions of reality but the definition that pops out at me is truth. If mental health demands reality, then lies must mean an emotional upheaval at some ...
Views: 1443 - Follow Through Is The Key To Successful Discipline - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2008 from Nicholas TanLet’s face it. There are just some days when it would just seem easier to let your child have his way than feeling like you’re fighting a losing battle when trying to discipline them. They beg, plead, cry, barter and scream - anything to get out of doing the time for their crime. ...
Views: 1027 - The Law Of Attraction At Work - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2008 from Ton PascalWhat is this Law of Attraction? You can check Carl Jung’s classic Memories, Dreams, Reflections for his view, but most contemporary psychologists agree that this magnificent power is transmuted into small things; day-to-day behavior, manners, the choices that we make in the ordinariness of ...
Views: 1184 - Relax, Let Your Positive Energy Work For You - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2008 from Ton PascalThe power of your mind and the energy it generates, creates the circumstances and changes of the life you are living now. But you alone can make these changes, and it must be your own choice, made by your own free will. Wayne Dyer, a self-help advocate simply and directly sums up this subject; ...
Views: 1259 - Readiness – Creating Emotional Space In Your Life – Part 2 - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2008 from Arielle FordIs there room in my life for another person? Be honest, do you have the time and energy, right now, for a deep, loving, healthy relationship? If not now, when? If you are not sure, try this: Close your eyes for a minute. Imagine you are sitting in a movie theater facing a large, black screen. As ...
Views: 931 - 10 Tips To Taking Care Of Your Most Valuable Asset - You! - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2008 from April MimsHave you ever thought of yourself as your most valuable asset? Think about this for a minute…where would you be without you? We find time to take care of the other valuable assets in our lives – our families, homes, relationships, etc. Most of us have been brought up to believe that taking ...
Views: 1320 - There Is A Season For Everything! - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2008 from Jimmy RoosYou may never have thought of life in this way, but it makes perfect sense. When you read the Bible, Chapter 3 in the Book of Ecclesiastes to be exact, then you'll discover that there is a season for everything: A time to be born and a time to die A time to plant and a time to harvest A time to ...
Views: 1410 - What Is An Alpha Male? - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2008 from Gabe HoggarthThe definition of an alpha male is a dominant male among other males. Mostly observed in primates and dog packs, there tends to be certain males that not only lead the others but are given priority over food and female mate selection. As opposed to beta males who have lower social rank and Omega ...
Views: 3824 - The Secret -- Is It Really A Secret - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2008 from Dr. Rick (Eric) JohnsonThe latest rage in self development circles today is a CD and Book called “The Secret”. People have even been on Oprah and Larry King promoting the concept of the powers in the universe. The basis of success according to The Secret is a law in the universe called – “The Law of Attraction”. The ...
Views: 1336 - Simple Success System For Daily Results - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2008 from Aurelio RamosWith so much to do and so little time, how in the word can I manage my time? This is probably the most paradoxical question for many of us. We all have the same 24 hours a day and the same 365 days of the year. Yet, some get so much more done in that time. How do they do it? What is their ...
Views: 1052 - Readiness – Creating Emotional Space In Your Life – Part 1 - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2008 from Arielle FordThe past wounds of our hearts also need tender loving care and healing. “Readiness” means creating emotional space in your life and in your heart for your soul mate to enter. Ask yourself the following questions: Is there someone that I am still in love with? If you answered yes to this ...
Views: 922 - The Power Of Your Thoughts - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2008 from Glenda GibbsWe listen to our thoughts all of the time. Notice your thoughts – if your thoughts – go ahead and quickly close your eyes and notice your inner dialogue. Are your thoughts supportive and in alignment with your idea of happiness and in pursuit of your goals? Or are they more ...
Views: 1270 - 40 days To Happiness With Mantra Music Meditation - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2008 from Lea LongoEver hear of Mantras? Let me tell you they are powerful. Mantras are not just another form of “yoga music” but rather a music meditation that can literally bring transformation into your life. Mantra is a sound : To break it down : man (mind) and tra (calm or soothe) . If we would conquer our ...
Views: 2185(1 vote) - Aspects That Aid In Controlling Oneself In Self Control - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2008 from Ajith GupthaSelf-control is one of the various divisions of self-development. It is the capacity to encourage oneself to do the right things in life and curb our animal desires. However, the root of this self-development lies in a strong will power and disciplining oneself. Self-control produces a kind of ...
Views: 756 - Classic Fashion: Chinese Dragon Robes q - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2008 from Ron PorterFriendly yet dangerous, benign yet powerful, the Chinese dragon has long been worshipped as a dynamic symbol of vitality in the Far East. Rising into the heavens, the dragon would call forth the rains that kept life flowing within an ancient civilization dependent on agriculture. The dragon was ...
Views: 1210 - The Birth Of I.M. Heart - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2008 from Sue McDanielI.M. Heart came as a soft whisper one morning as I was barely awake. It was one of those whispers that you think you’ve dreamt about – and yet the word hangs in your semi-consciousness. It’s as if a messenger is trying to tell you, “Come on, it’s important for you ...
Views: 1229 - Remember That Happy Feeling? ... - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2008 from Glenda GibbsBack to baking those cookies, aside from the holiday baking, I make cookies every week. Until this year I’ve baked for Bryce and his classmates; this year Miss Chan began first grade and she decided that she too wanted Grama Sweetheart to deliver cookies to her and her classmates. It goes ...
Views: 1201 - The Secret Revealed - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2008 from Ton PascalThe secret revealed, “A man is literally what he thinks, his character being the complete sum of all his thoughts.” James Allen said in As A Man Thinketh. And that is the essence of the “secret of life”. How does it works? What makes it work? This substance, force, or power is very likely a ...
Views: 1048 - Transform Your Life Through Personal Energy Management - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2008 from Joan CampbellWe’re told by some authorities that there is a serious energy crisis on the planet. We’re told by some authorities we are running out of fuel. We’re told by still other authorities that there are many energy resources that we haven’t even touched yet. It seems to boil down to how are we using or ...
Views: 5120 - Make The Most Of What You Don't Do Well - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2008 from Rachelle Disbennett-Lee, PhDOne of my early mentors, Thomas Leonard, advised people not to try to improve a weakness. He said that, when you try to improve a weakness, the only thing you get is “a stronger weakness.” I believe that is true. It is more important to focus on your strengths and maximize what you do well than ...
Views: 1231 - Creating Icebergs Out Of Hostility - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2008 from Peter MurphyHave you ever dreaded an upcoming presentation, meeting or function because you just knew that the group would be hostile? Maybe you had heard that these people are very critical, even aggressive. *How can you prepare for such a situation even though you would prefer to disappear into thin ...
Views: 613 - 20 Do's & Don'ts Of A Functional Relationship - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2012 from Eve BernshawFrom TheTransitionProcessTM Interactive Lecture HOW TO ATTRACT EMOTIONALLY HEALTHY PEOPLE The following is a list of The 20 Do's and Don'ts of A Functional Relationship. It has been an effective tool and starting point for individuals and couples who are serious about creating more joy, ...
Views: 2325 - How To Strengthen Your Inner Life Even As You Mourn - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2008 from Louis LaGrandIn working with many bereaved people I have found the basic foundation for coping well with the vast array of losses we all have to suffer through, lies within. Yes, we all need each other or we could hardly bear the pain. But most important of all, we need our own inner strength to deal with it ...
Views: 1070 - Make This the Year of You – Predictions For The New Year 2008 - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2008 from Joan CampbellEvery year since 2004 I have been given Predictions for the New Year to share with others. This year was no exception. This year however I was asked to reach a larger audience. The information I channel is more on a personal basis rather than a global basis. It touches just briefly on the world ...
Views: 1555 - If What You Are Doing Is Not Working Change Your Approach - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2008 from Peter MurphyAnd ironically the more we worry about it, the more tense we get and the more likely we are to say something stupid. Let us a take a look at some remedies: 1 Learn to relax when you feel under pressure. I often talk about the importance of managing your emotions This is an essential ...
Views: 576 - Lifestyle - The Choice Is Yours..... - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2008 from Jo GoddenI caught the tail end of a conversation between two fellow senior citizens:- Senior citizen No 1. ….. “well, it helps to fill up my day and, thank goodness, makes the day shorter”: Senior citizen No 2. “the days aren’t long enough for me … I can never fit everything in … since I retired I ...
Views: 1311 - Beyond Antidepressants To The Deeper Issue - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2008 from Mark Linden OMearaThere has been much news about the side effects of antidepressants, but I believe there is a deeper health issue that needs to be recognized. I clearly remember the day my mother passed away. I was just starting university. A friend put their arm around me and comforted me. The tears were ...
Views: 2035 - ***Manifest Your Mate - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2008 from Jill CrosbyFinding the love of your life can be a daunting challenge these days, without having a little help! Most singles on a conscious path are relatively happy and content with their lives; however, they would usually prefer to be in a loving, spiritual partnership with a person that enhances their ...
Views: 2919(4 votes) - Binaural Beats And Their Uses - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2008 from Greg FrostBinaural beats are perceived sounds; in other words, they are not real, except to your brain. How do they work if they are unreal, then? It triggers the brain responses at a irresistible level, and can train your brain to do anything that it might otherwise find difficult to accomplish on its ...
Views: 1197 - People With Photographic Memory - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2008 from Greg FrostIndividuals that possess eidetic memory, or photographic memory, are able to recall with precision a large amount of information, images or sounds. Whilst many have claimed to possess this ability, it is found in less than 5% of children, most of whom lose the ability as they mature. It is ...
Views: 4550 - Discover Your Pot Of Gold By Balancing Your Personal Rainbow - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2008 from Joan CampbellAs a child I watched in awe as the gray Kansas background burst into full color and Dorothy stepped out of the door of her house into a brilliantly colored Munchkin Land in “The Wizard of Oz.” It was magical! It made my heart soar! From that time, on Rainbows and songs about Rainbows have held ...
Views: 2331 - The Entrepreneurial Mindset - How To Think Like A Successful Entrepreneur - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2008 from Michael LeeThe entrepreneurial mindset is what sets successful people in business. Without the entrepreneurial mindset at work, you may find it hard to achieve success in any kind of business. True entrepreneurs seem to have certain qualities that enable them to be successful in what they do. It has to ...
Views: 868 - Using Subliminal CDs For Your Benefit - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2008 from Greg FrostSubliminal CDs work by sending positive affirmations into your subconscious mind, which is not able to reason by itself, unlike the conscious mind. This allows it to accept the positive messages as reality and work to ensure that it does bear fruit. Subliminal CDs helps the subconscious mind to ...
Views: 837 - The Need For Personal Growth - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2008 from Manny GoldmanMore than ever we are in need of Personal Growth on a global level. We are in dire straits because of a general worldwide lack of knowledge and awareness of what’s possible when we create extraordinary lives for ourselves and each other. We can all contribute to the one world community and ...
Views: 619 - "DESIRE", The Engine That Fuels Success - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2008 from Matt GeibIn a previous article I defined'SUCCESS' as basically meaning to reach a certain achievement or goal; possibly monetary but also involving other elements as well, such as In my last posting I began to write about what it means to be ‘Successful’. I had defined ‘Success’ to a position or a ...
Views: 579 - Itchy Skin Parasites That Drive You Crazy - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2008 from Richard KuhnsRare skin parasites, causing relentless itchy skin, suffered by thousands of people world wide are becoming more common. The itching is so intense and relentless that the only relief is to take near scalding baths several times a day to keep the vermin at bay. How are the itchy skin parasites ...
Views: 2515 - What Happens At A Disability Hearing? - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2008 from Becca RodeIf your disability hearing is coming up and you feel unprepared, it may help to know what typically happens at the hearing itself. Here we will discuss where it will be held, who will be present, what will be discussed, and some tips on how to prepare your case. Disability hearings are ...
Views: 736 - Don't Set New Year's Resolutions - Take Action In The New Year - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2008 from Wendy HearnIt's that time of year again when we start talking and thinking about New Year's Resolutions even though they're old hat and we instinctively know they don't work. Because your friends, family and colleagues may chat about what Resolutions they're going to make, do you find yourself wondering ...
Views: 1233 - "Ties" The Season - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2008 from Ron PorterIt’s the time of year when Christmas shoppers look for something fun to give. Invariably they look to the Christmas-themed tie. All kinds of such ties are available most anywhere. Choices include snowmen, a variety of Santa’s, Edvard Munch's "Scream" donning a Santa cap, strings of ...
Views: 658 - Living Rich In A Readymade World - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2008 from Melissa GaltThese days decorating doesn’t have to be about custom, it can be about where to find it now and how to make it work for you. There is such a wealth of ready made elements both at retailers, online, and in mail order catalogues. You can do it yourself, or get the knowledge and expertise of a ...
Views: 971 - Energy - Are You Making The Most Of Yours? - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2008 from Gina GardinerWhen you are feeling at your most alive - raring to go and full of passion and energy - what are you doing? When you feel tired and out of sorts, pulled down and exhausted what is at the bottom of your lack of energy? You might think that for each person the answer would be entirely different ...
Views: 993 - Take Great Photographs With Todays Automatic Cameras Using These 7 Tips. - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2008 from Carmen PaynterTaking great photographs with today's automatic cameras allows anyone to produce a sharp, well-exposed image. If you are just beginning to use an 'auto-everything' camera like a 35mm compact or program SLR then your main area of control is going to be in the composition of your photographs. No ...
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