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- Creativity - What Is It? - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2010 from Terry WeberWe, as humans, share 98% of our genetic makeup with chimpanzees. So, what is the difference between those small apes and us? As you probably know, the chimpanzee is intelligent, social and has a wide range of sounds and gestures for communication and is probably one of the most expressive of ...
Views: 1301(1 vote) - Crystal Singing Bowls: A Healthy Life Via Sound - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Marie MalacamanFor some, crystal singing bowls are an alien thought. In truth, when we send a normal partners a set as a wedding present, some may very sad to say blunder them as serving containers. Not having further facts, common individuals like you and also me are unsure and will perhaps never know about ...
Views: 1314(1 vote) - Cut yourself some slack - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2008 from Leslie GailHow many of you feel that you have so many different responsibilities in your life, that you cannot possibly make it all work. You may be focusing on work obligations while trying to keep your household up and running. All of this running around creates a feeling of hopelessness. I have seen it ...
Views: 1921(2 votes) - D.E.N.I.A.L. - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2010 from Jodi Michele CooleyHave you ever heard "DENIAL is not a river in Egypt." Well I have an even better one, Denial stands for: Don't Even Know I Am Lying. It's hard to believe that denial would be classified as a feeling. I think Denial would be considered a numbing device, like Novocain for the ...
Views: 4343(3 votes) - Dancing Feet - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2011 from Jenn ProtheroHave you ever noticed how you feel so much lighter and happier after a few dances? Ever notice that people are in good moods and their energy is higher when dancing. There are a few reasons for that ,one being its all about energy movement, the other being that as adults we are allowing ...
Views: 1469(2 votes) - De-cluttering Your Life: Get Rid of the Distractions and Find More Time - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2009 from Linda PucciFor people who struggle with time management, clutter reduction is often the first step to having more time in your life. When you simplify your environment and organize your life, it makes tasks go more smoothly, and helps you make the most of your limited time. For me a lack of clutter is ...
Views: 2307(3 votes) - Dealing With Disappointment - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Daniel BrownDealing with disappointment is something we all have to do at some point along life’s journey. Unfortunately, life is full of unpleasantness, but if you can grasp some vital truths in dealing with disappointment, you can eaze your mind a great deal. Always remember, it’s not so much what ...
Views: 2352(2 votes) - Dealing with Stress - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Stress wreaks havoc on our mind and our body. We will examine the impact of stress and use traffic as an example. If you do not commute back and forth to work, just imagine you are leaving town on your vacation. We are on our way to work; we have traveled the same route a million times. ...
Views: 1694(1 vote) - Deciding Who Your Chronic Illness Small Group Will Serve - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2010 from Lisa CopenAs you begin to decide on the logistics of your support group, one of the first things to consider is who you would prefer to actually attend. For example: - Will this be a group for men as well as women, adults, and possibly teenagers? - Will your group serve those have recently been ...
Views: 2172(3 votes) - Designing for the King -- Home Contents: Spiritual or Worldly? - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2009 from Dr. Deana Murphy… and do not bring sorrow to God’s Holy Spirit by the way you live … —Ephesians 4:30 (nlt) The topic of health and the environment of our bodies gets big press today and rightfully so because our bodies are the temples of... the ...
Views: 1541(2 votes) - Detaching from Children - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsQuestion: I'm having difficulty understanding detachment, specifically relating to my children. I want to rid myself of material and emotional attachments but I have (as we all do) a deep bond and love for my children. I really want to understand. Answer: The concept of detachment has ...
Views: 1417(2 votes) - Did You Forget Your Magic Wand? - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2012 from Jeanna GabelliniPeople often poke fun at the thought of having a magic wand. I don’t think there’s anything funny about making your life hard. We each have a magic wand called intention. You have to clarify your request and then make the decision that it will be so. I’m one of millions (probably even ...
Views: 1624(1 vote) - Discover How to Identify Your Core Desires - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2010 from Jack ZufeltCore Desires are those things you have your heart set on- what you want to be, have, or do most. One might think that identifying these Core Desires would be easy, but people often tell me, "I don't know what I want, please help me." This dilemma affects people of all age groups and crosses all ...
Views: 12102(1 vote) - Divine Parenting "101" - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2009 from Susan Le Clair“When the children’s needs are tended to, then the world will change.” First things first – the common misconception about the name, Divine Parenting, is that it is ‘religious’ and it is about children, and parenting them. The parenting of children is one aspect of the initiative, sure. ...
Views: 1540(2 votes) - Divine Signals - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2012 from Joe VitaleBefore a recent massage session, my massage therapist (Mary Rose Lam) told me how she made a horrible mess that morning. She accidentally spilled her blueberry smoothie all over her gray carpet. That left a big green stain. She was frustrated but told the story with a smile. I hadn't been ...
Views: 1780(1 vote) - Do Something Selfish Today - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Michelle GottliebWhy help others? Okay, we know we are supposed to because our culture and religions tell us to. But we aren’t necessarily good at following those rules. So, why help others? It will make the world a better place. But so would driving less, not using so much plastic, etc, etc, etc. We know that ...
Views: 1563(1 vote) - Do You Feel Stuck? - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2010 from Susan DerryIf you have ever gotten your rubber boots stuck in a muddy garden, you will remember how hard it is to lift your boot out of the mud. Sometimes you can manage it by holding onto the top of the boot and pulling up as you lift your foot. This requires excellent balance and could result in landing ...
Views: 2069(1 vote) - Do You Hate Your Job? Really? - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2014 from Stuart YoungAccording to Deloitte’s recent Shift Index survey, 80% of people are actually dissatisfied with their job. They hate going to work most days. If you’re reading this article I guess that includes You. What a way to live - I should know, because I was in that situation for the best part of a ...
Views: 2023(1 vote) - Do You Have The Mental Strength You Need To Achieve The SUccess You Desire? - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Daniel HerznerHow committed are you to your own success? Ask that question of a hundred different people and I'm sure each one of them will tell you they're completely committed to living a successful, more fulfilled life. I mean, after all, who doesn't want more out of life, right? So where's the ...
Views: 2779(1 vote) - Do You Know What You Want For 2011? - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2011 from Dr. Nathalie Beauchamp““He (or she) who fails to plan, plans to fail.” ~ Winston Churchill Do you know what you want for 2011? It sounds like a simple enough question but, do you REALLY know? Or, are you going about life on autopilot and not really thinking about what you want out of life? When I lecture at ...
Views: 1412(1 vote) - Don Cornelius: Life, Death and an Opportunity to Learn - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2012 from Lateef Terrell WarnickUnless you’ve been living under a rock for the past 4 decades, chances are you’ve at least heard of Soul Train if not Don Cornelius himself. Just as a quick reminder, Don Cornelius is the creator of the Soul Train show. He went from being a local DJ in Chicago to creating one of the longest ...
Views: 1870(1 vote) - Don't Drown Trying to Save Others - by Submitted on May 06, 2016 from Julie DohertyEach of us have people in our lives that just seem to Struggle with Life. Everything that can go wrong does. Because you are a caring person feelings of sadness, sympathy and an eagerness to help come over you. How can you help, what can you do? These people can be friends, work ...
Views: 1982(1 vote) - Don’t Take It Personally - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Aurelia Flores“It’s not all about You!” While this phrase is often hurled with venom, intending to hurt someone, actually the truth in this statement can also be immensely healing. Over the course of my life, I have had many events that were personally “hurtful” to me, that when I was able to view them ...
Views: 1112(1 vote) - Don’t Wait for the Money - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2010 from Jeanna GabelliniIt’s normal to put off things in life until you have the money to do them. But does it have to be that way? Absolutely not! Never wait until the money shows up or you’ll spend most of your time waiting. And while you wait, you’ll be thinking about many things for which you are ...
Views: 2924(1 vote) - Each Moment Is A New Beginning - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2011 from Teal ScottTo begin anew is to recognize the truth that in the present moment, the past does not exist, and neither does the future. The past and future are not here with you in the present, unless you bring them into this moment with you. Therefore, it is your choice what you bring with you into the ...
Views: 1765(2 votes) - Easing into Alignment with Yourself - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Moira HutchisonWhen I talk about the concept of alignment, I am referring to the synching up of the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual facets of YOU. When we allow ourselves to express fully as a spiritual, emotional and physical entity – all working in concert – all focused on the highest good; the ...
Views: 1492(1 vote) - EAT MORA DAT: How to Get More of What You Want - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2019 from Doug GradyA few years back I had a personal trainer and friend named Michael “Choppa” Willis (don’t call him Chopper). He had a unique and colorful way of communicating. At the time I was struggling with severe arthritis in both of my hips. It was a challenge but we worked around it in the workouts. ...
Views: 765(2 votes) - Eliminate Prople that interrupt You and Save Your Sanity - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Jan HaynerWith spring-cleaning time on its way, we are all in the mode to clean those closets, get the built-up and hidden areas of our homes cleaned, organized, and eliminate all of the stress points in our lives. How many of us think about cleaning out annoyances in the form of needless ...
Views: 1807(2 votes) - Empower Yourself with Positive Self-Talk - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2010 from iain leggThe way you speak to yourself mentally and verbally has a powerful impact on your self-image. Berating or belittling yourself, minimizing your achievements or doubting your capabilities will most definitely create a sense of disempowerment, limiting your potential in virtually every aspect of ...
Views: 955(2 votes) - Engage Others in Ways That Stir Them to Take Care of You - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2019 from Kare AndersonJoe Lee was sitting at a table, rapidly counting rain jackets in a small room somewhere above the sumptuous lobby of the Jamaican hotel where I was to speak at a global corporate conference the next morning. I did not know who he was then, although he looked familiar. I was just told that the ...
Views: 907(1 vote) - Erase Negativity by Learning from the Story of the Ham - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2011 from Sally MarksHave you attempted to break family patterns (like improving yourself by going to college) and met with resistance? Perhaps you developed an innovative approach to solve a problem at work only to be told “That’s not how we do things here.” If so, don’t despair. Here is a little story in honor of ...
Views: 2874(2 votes) - Essential Tips for Choosing Outdoor Tiles - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2021 from Marta JordanThe outdoors of your home is as important as indoors. We use tiles for enhancing the beauty of our floors both inside as well as outside. However, the type of tiles you use outdoors is slightly different from the ones we use indoors. The difference is based on the finishing, colour, and ...
Views: 530(1 vote) - Exercise Can Make You Happy & Healthy - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2008 from David BohlIf you thought exercise was merely a necessary evil to keep your body slim and healthy, you’re missing some essential elements of what exercise is about. If you thought exercise was something you had to squeeze in between the demands of life and work because it’s supposed to be “good for you,” ...
Views: 7983(2 votes) - Face Fear - by Submitted on May 15, 2008 from Rebecca RengoOne of the greatest obstacles we all face is fear. Fear of the unknown. Fear of the future, of the present. We doubt if we will be able to cope day in and day out. We doubt our medical care. We doubt ourselves. We live in fear. Fear immobilizes us. Fear does not keep us safe; it keeps us ...
Views: 1198(1 vote) - Fear and Abuse - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2011 from Laura Bonetzky-JosephEver wonder why victims stay with their abusers and DON'T leave? Many are handicapped by the years of fear and control instilled in them by the abuser. Fear of homelessness. Fear of the inability to provide for the children. Fear the abuser will kill the other parent, children, or everyone in a ...
Views: 2950(3 votes) - Feel the Fear … And Do It Anyway® - Workshops in Scotland - by Submitted on May 08, 2012 from Isobel MackayFeel the Fear … And Do It Anyway® Workshops – dates! Please see dates below of the workshops – bookings and payment (£120.00) to be made 3 weeks prior to workshop and we recommend you read the book by Susan Jeffers prior to attendance. Dates:- Glasgow - 2nd June 2012 Inverness - 16th ...
Views: 1139(1 vote) - Feeling Self-Conscious? 6 Tips to Turn it Around Fast! - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2004 from Peter MurphyWhen you feel self-conscious it means you are putting too much attention on your self, too much focus on what you are doing and how you are doing it. And this is a formula for poor performance. The secret then to dealing with this problem is to become other conscious. If all you do is shift ...
Views: 909(1 vote) - Financial Resiliency? Five basic tips to help you bounce back! - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2010 from Kathy Jo PollackResiliency is personal. Add money and you get even more personal. As we strive to become more resilient with life’s challenges and complexities, I would like to provide five basic suggestions to help you achieve Financial Resiliency. 1. Continue to learn and grow. This is ...
Views: 4506(7 votes) - Finding a Soap Maker - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2010 from Susan KatchurSome people see many personal care professionals throughout their lives. For instance, many people have a personal hair stylist, manicurist, pedicurist, make-up consultant, and more. Some people, also, have a personal goat milk soap maker. Finding this person can be very important and ...
Views: 899(2 votes) - Finding Friends - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2011 from Adam BenedettoHow do you create a new friendship and find someone who fits you and connects with you? It can feel hard, for if your job doesn’t provide that kind of openness or availability with others, then where do you look? Begin by finding a way to do what you like. If you are doing what you love, you ...
Views: 1031(1 vote) - FINDING THE HAPPINESS WITHIN - by Submitted on May 07, 2008 from Bonnie CollinsWhat is happiness to you? Does it mean achievement or success, having a alluring car, or powerful influence? Does it mean having close personal relationships, realistic goals, and sufficient funds in your pension account? Is it an extreme emotional high, or having something go perfectly? On a ...
Views: 986(1 vote) - Finding The Most Suitable Snoring Mouthpiece - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2011 from Marie MalacamanOne of the in demand snoring options inside the marketplace is the stop snoring mouthpiece. These are generally dental devices identified as mandibular advancement splints. A stop snoring mouthpiece works well by repositioning the jaw to allow for standard, non-obstructed air pathways. Except ...
Views: 1297(1 vote) - Finding Your Attitude Indicator - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2018 from Kit GuptaIn flight dynamics an important concept is taught called “Attitude Indicator.” Also known by other names like Gyro Indicator, Attitude Director Indicator to name a few, this instrument is used to tell the pilot of the orientation of the aircraft with reference to the ground among other things. ...
Views: 926(1 vote) - Five Magic Steps to Achieving Your Goals - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2010 from Bobby GarrettThere are five magic steps which you must follow to link your goals, intention, and purpose, with the power to realise them. That power lives within you and through alignment you can achieve anything you set your mind to. 1. Know Exactly Where you are Right Now. That is, where you are ...
Views: 1446(5 votes) - Five Reasons To See An Astrologer This Year (or "Is it time to take your astrological pulse?") - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2010 from Ron Archer"Formerly, when religion was strong and science weak, men mistook magic for medicine; now, when science is strong and religion weak, men mistake medicine for magic." -Thomas Szasz This morning I made an appointment with my physician for my yearly physical. Okay, well sort of yearly. It can be ...
Views: 2298(4 votes) - Food, Feelings and Feng Shui - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2013 from Pat HeydlauffStudies have shown that people’s food intake is susceptible to their surroundings. Simple visual clues like plate size, room lighting, room color and the eating behavior and body size of dining companions were shown to affect the portion and size of food consumption. While the studies are ...
Views: 2557(1 vote) - Forgive, It's In Our Hearts - by Submitted on May 04, 2013 from Ian ScottForgive them... For they know not what they do... As we know, everything begins with a thought and many of the behaviors we have built up over life-times become an automatic defense mechanism which can weigh us down with guilt, sadness, anger and frustration, leading us away from the freedom ...
Views: 1427(2 votes) - From the Inside Out - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Chrishawn SimpsonFrom the inside out….That’s what you have to do – cleanse from the inside out. To spiritually cleanse is a renewing process that will give you a brand new life. It will give you enlightenment, satisfaction, and a new energy you never knew you had. You will be renewed, refreshed, and ...
Views: 1860(2 votes) - Get Grounded While In Transition with These Three Steps - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2010 from Marlene ChismAny time you have been really caught off guard and you are in a lot of pain, there is always an awakening with lots of wonderful life lessons to follow. The world is in a financial crisis and people are losing their homes, moving in with relatives, wondering about where their next pay check is ...
Views: 1720(1 vote) - Get Heard: Your Voice Can Make a Difference in Someone’s Life - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2012 from Sandra GravesWe all have our own experiences along with our share of challenges, those experiences and challenges created the person we are today. For this reason we all have something we can share with others so that they can learn from our mistakes as well as our victories. And as long as we are alive, we ...
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