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- Manager's Corner - Communication Is A Beautiful Thing - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Liz WeberA beautiful thing happened during a client work session this week: the management team experienced the value of clear, honest communication. For some time this client has been under the incorrect assumption that its management team communicated well with each other. Yet invariably when I'd have ...
Views: 863 - Common Mistakes On Low Carb Diets - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Tony SchwartzLow carb diets are very popular for both weight loss and muscle gain. However, I often see people making some big mistakes when attempting to follow a low-carb diet. Here are the 3 biggest mistakes I have found: 1. What is a carb? It is amazing to me how many people go on “low-carb” nutrition ...
Views: 779 - Obesity #1 Children's Health Problem - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Cinda HockingObesity was the new winner as the biggest problem facing children in the 2008 National poll on children's health done annually by the University of Michigan Mott Children's Hospital. They interview adults (with and without children) about their view of the top ten childhood health issues and ...
Views: 885 - The Holy Trinity: The Ultimate Love Triangle - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Nhien VuongHave you bumped into the Holy Trinity lately? Based on our traditional notions of what the Trinity looks like—the Father, Son, and the Holy Spirit as three distinct entities—most of us would answer ‘No’. Based on Unity’s conception of the Holy Trinity, however, we actually encounter the Trinity ...
Views: 2393 - Steps To Satisfying Love - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Nhien Vuong“Love is the most universally recognized and most frequently misinterpreted of the twelve powers.” - Winifred Wilkinson Hausmann, Your God-Given Potential Just as wars have been fought in the name of God, much has been done in the name of Love that appears antithetical to its nature. People ...
Views: 627 - *** Attract Abundance: The Mystery Of Sex Transmutation - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2011 from Morgana RaeIf you REALLY want to blow the lid off your potential to create wealth, start by changing your relationship with Money. Turn your Money Monster of scarcity (doesn't let you be/do/have what you want) into your "Money Honey". Imagine money as a human being, and make your money someone worthy of ...
Views: 9388(14 votes) - Smart Hearts - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Nhien VuongIn Unity, we say that life is consciousness. We often refer to God as Divine Mind. We tout the Law of Mind Action: thoughts held in mind produce after their kind. We sing charming children’s songs about how thoughts become things. All this talk about thought can be misleading. The ordinary ...
Views: 701 - Give What You Need - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Nhien VuongDo you feel you need more of something? Whether you are exper-iencing a lack of financial prosperity, loving and harmonious relationships, health and vitality, peace, or anything else you desire in greater abundance in your life, you can have more of what you have been longing for by giving it ...
Views: 957 - Who Am I Really? Are My Roles My Identity? - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Cinda HockingIn America not a social occasion goes by without someone asking within the first 5 minutes of meeting someone “what do you do?” People ask each other about their roles making a living and producing value for society to help them define each other quickly and feel more at ease. The ...
Views: 799 - What's This Thing Called Love? - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Ed RunciWhat’s this thing we call love? Where and how do we find it? Do friends lead us there? They do. But the love we find with them is not often THE one we seek. But it is love --- warm and special and sweet --- As comfortable as an old shoe --- as warm as a terrycloth robe. It’s wonderful. A ...
Views: 1454(1 vote) - Jesus, The First "Mr. Universe" - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Nhien VuongIn The Last Word on Power, one of the foremost experts on transformational leadership Tracy Goss writes that one cannot do the “impossible” simply by changing the various activities that one does. Rather, to accomplish the impossible, Goss teaches, one must first actually allow oneself to be ...
Views: 647 - Healing Anger - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Dr. Paul HaiderThere is a new study by Dr. Redford Williams at Duke University and Dr. Robert Sapolsky at Stanford University demonstrating that anger, rage and hostility have a very damaging effect on the cardiovascular system. There is so much evidence that hostility is harmful that it is considered a major ...
Views: 1448 - Parenting For Safety - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Joyce JacksonLimit Whining and Teach Better Communication "I dooooon’t waaaaaaaaaant toooooooooo!" It's irritating, it's frustrating and it gets on your nerves. Though it's obnoxious, whining is actually a way your child gets your attention. And, like other habits, you can nip it in the bud early with ...
Views: 1396 - Frank Sinatra Learns The Value Of True Friendship - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Paul KyriaziIn 1952 Frank Sinatra was down on his luck and singing to small audiences at Skinny D'Amato's club in. He planned to go to Africa to visit his wife Ava Gardner who was there filming the movie "Magambo" with Clark Gable. She had sent him the airfare, but Sinatra was broke. Seated at a ...
Views: 1431 - How To Turn Your Ideas Into Actions - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Alison FadoulDid you ever stop to think that every thing that you see around you started out as an idea? When I reflect on how far I have come in my journey I am overcome with immense gratification and a great sense of fulfillment. My book, my Ezine, and my consulting business all started out as ideas! ...
Views: 1105 - A High School Diploma Is A Basic Necessity - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Efza RayA high school diploma is a basic necessity if you want a decent job in the future or if you want to proceed for further studies. Here are some tips to guide you through the process of successfully earning your high school diploma. It Requires Hard Work. You will need to devote time and effort in ...
Views: 605 - Got The Most From Passive Income - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Efza Rayholidays, or just for the fun events of life. Many people are turning to a passive income as an additional income source to help support their families. Whether you decide to generate an income on a full time or part time basis- there are ways to get the most from this type of revenue. Here are ...
Views: 455 - Road Trip! - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Beryl WestbyBeing prepared is the key to a stress-free and fun road trip. Here are some tips to make this year’s trip the best ever! Highlight your map. If you use a road map, highlight your intended route. Use the internet. Get free maps and driving directions from the internet. Pack a goodie bag. ...
Views: 1363(2 votes) - Nightmares: A Blessing In Disguise - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Roberta OssanaThe one feeling that is most associated, almost synonymous with nightmares is.... FEAR! I will begin this talk by remembering a woman in our dream group in 1989, who had a dream in which a ferocious BEAR loomed up large onto her dream-screen. She was terrified and awakened sweating and shaking! ...
Views: 4356 - Recurring Dreams: What Are They Trying To Tell You? - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Roberta OssanaIf you are now—or have ever—had a series of dreams that are the same dream repeating itself, or the same dream with slight variations over time: Pay Attention! This type of dream—the recurring dream—is repeating itself and being recalled for a reason. Most often, a very ...
Views: 7393 - Smart Women Answer Their Call - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Joy ChudacoffNo, I’m not talking about your cell phone or the phone in your home or office. All the women in my Success Circles know that I don’t believe in picking up the phone every time it rings. I do believe in listening to my messages and returning calls and emails within a reasonable time period. I’m ...
Views: 671 - How To Better Recall Your Dreams - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Roberta OssanaIf you seldom or never remember your dreams and want to become a better dream recaller, here are some hints: Most important of all is to want to recall your dreams. I’ve known many people who say they never remember their dreams, but as soon as they: 1) Take a few minutes before going to ...
Views: 1707(1 vote) - How Smart Women Stay Busy - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Joy ChudacoffI have the good fortune to spend meaningful time with a lot of smart women who keep me on track about what’s going on in women’s lives. One topic that resonates with many of these women (and with me) is the idea of busyness. This issue is of great interest in my Women’s Learning Circles. Not ...
Views: 1526 - Self-Possession - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from FSB AuthorsIn my work as a psychotherapist, I have seen a succession of women trying to reclaim the self. They come seeking relief from the pain of something that has gone awry in their lives, which could be anything from breaking up with a boyfriend to marriage wounds to a hypercritical boss to some ...
Views: 1444 - Smart Women Keep Their Inner Door Open - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Joy ChudacoffOur family went to the Santa Barbara Zoo this past weekend. I love this zoo because it’s not overwhelming (you can see everything in about 2 hours) and Santa Barbara is a favorite spot of mine to relax. When we entered the exotic birds area, a sign on the door read, “For the safety of our birds, ...
Views: 799 - *** Is Blemish Free Skin Available For Everyone? - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Chris GibsonThese are exciting times for all of us concerned with healthy living and looking our best! While at first that may seem a bit of a lopsided view, when all we hear about is how unhealthy our living environments have become, it is a very true statement. Ten years ago, no one in the medical ...
Views: 1744 - Negotiating Life's Detours: Follow Your Energy - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Judy RingerSomeone asked me recently if I had a guiding principle that helped me decide what new work to take on, and how I decide how much time to spend pursuing my various interests. It's a great question. Entrepreneurs have an idea a minute, and it's often difficult to know which ideas to invest time ...
Views: 913 - View From Another Planet: Learning To Talk To Our Children - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Judy RingerOur goal in conscious communication is not to change the other person . . . Our goal is to establish connection. Andrew LeCompte, author, Creating Harmonious Relationships A parent of three attended a workshop I gave on managing conflict. A few days after the workshop, she emailed me to say ...
Views: 741 - Night And Day: Choosing Your Reality - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Judy Ringer"There's nothing either good or bad but thinking makes it so." - William Shakespeare The title of this great Cole Porter song -Night and Day - also describes the sometimes changeable nature of my outlook on life. Example: It is late evening, and I'm thinking about all I have to accomplish in ...
Views: 727 - The Greatest Gift - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Judy Ringer"Go ahead, Judy, talk to your father. What do you want to say?" With these words offered by my favorite Aunt Mimi, I was given the greatest gift—the gift of myself. Mimi and I had gone on an aunt-niece shopping adventure, and at age 15, I became the proud owner of my first mini-skirt. Upon ...
Views: 714 - Antibiotics: Are They A Problematic Treatment Choice For Acne Sufferers? - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Chris GibsonParents across the nation are worried by the seemingly rampant reports of Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) infections in schools across the nation. In recent months, a teenage boy has died and dozens of students have contracted the bacterial infection. Health experts say ...
Views: 1337 - The Different Kinds Of Free Outdoor Cooking Recipes - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from HIMANSHU SHARMAFree outdoor cooking recipes are there for everybody to enjoy and share besides providing the perfect opportunity for people to experiment and have fun while sharing jokes, recipe ideas and more by the camp-side. While many people take up cooking as a hobby that is reserved for their spare time, ...
Views: 1164 - Joint Ventures In Real Estate - Joint Ventures - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from HIMANSHU SHARMAGroup investment in a property is a growing trend among people who do not individually have the capital to purchase real estate. The benefits can be many, including home ownership, shared expenses and shared equity. However, there are some pitfalls that need to be recognized and addressed before ...
Views: 492 - Are You A Single Woman Looking For Love In The Wrong Place? - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Francis HoseinDo you feel you are getting into relationships only to find out after a couple of weeks that he is not the one, he does not act as he says he is, you realize that he is not genuine and that you have made a mistake? Do you feel you have been making lots of mistake in choosing the right man, ...
Views: 856 - Longevity Is The Quest Of Many Individuals - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Paul RodgersInstead of worrying about the quality of life we are given (or self created) we are eager to extent our longevity. Evolutionary biologists, who theorize about why some organisms naturally live longer than others, ask if there is any reason to believe that maximum human life span, already at the ...
Views: 794 - Motivating People: Why It Doesn't Work - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Michael BeckA topic that I'm often asked about is how to motivate people. Executives are always looking for ways to improve the attitude and performance of their team. My clients will tell me about how they've met and worked with each of their team members to get them to improve their performance but ...
Views: 1281 - Travelling Abroad With Pets - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Jack NorellIf you want to take your pets abroad within the EU during your self-catered holiday, you have to follow some rules. It can differ slightly according to the country you are travelling to, but generally it is the same in all the EU countries. 1/ Get your pet microchipped The first thing you need ...
Views: 675(2 votes) - Book Review: Alan Oken's Complete Astrology: The Classic Guide to Modern Astrology - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Laura MonzoThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Astrology. Astrology is the study of the positions and relationships of the sun, moon, stars, and planets in order to judge their influence on human actions and events. Dr. Russ Durocher is the Official Guide to Astrology. Alan ...
Views: 2728 - Definition: Astrology - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Laura MonzoAstrology is the study of the nonphysical, fourth-dimensional energies emanating from the planets and how these energies stimulate corresponding centers within the subconscious minds of individuals. These planetary energies travel at velocities greater than the speed of light and therefore have ...
Views: 1083 - AIDS: The First 10,000 American Cases (1981-1988) - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from FSB AuthorsThe XVII International AIDS Conference in Mexico City from August 3 through 8 has, as its stated goal, to conduct a forum that “promotes scientific excellence and inquiry, encourages individual and collective action and dialogues, and fosters accountability.” The conference’s impressive agenda ...
Views: 1157 - Tips On Shopping For Bindery Printing Services - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Jacques HabraWhen you are looking for stitch printing services, it is important to make sure that you are as specific as possible with your printer. Since you are going to be having something embroidered onto a shirt or other form of fabric, you need to know information about the material you will be using, ...
Views: 919 - 2007 Obesity- Are Parasites And Toxins The Cause? - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Teena JohnsonThe Center for Disease Control just released another survey regarding obesity. The results for Texas indicate 26 to 29% of adults are obese. Comments say that the majority of the problem resides in poor areas. When you look at the recommendations for what to do and the Federally Financed ...
Views: 1476 - Erase Or Embrace Bad Memories - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Doreen AmatelliImagine you could erase your bad memories. To what lengths would you go to erase them? I recently read a newspaper article about a new drug in development (propanolol) that could do just that. Wow! I can see where this may be useful, such as severe traumatic events, but what about every day ...
Views: 1539 - Exchange Beliefs - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Doreen AmatelliSitting in a Boston train station on a damp Tuesday morning in March, I overheard a conversation between a male customer and a female ticket. The customer asks the ticket agent for change of a $20 bill. The rep shook her head no and the man shrugged his shoulders and walked away. I then ...
Views: 1548 - Aligned To Win For Life - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Doreen AmatelliWhat would you do if you won the lottery? Would you pay off your bills, take a trip, buy a car, share it with family or charity? Then what…maybe invest some of it? What would you do next? Think about it... what if you truly had no more money issues? What would you do to fill up your ...
Views: 1498 - Money Matters - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Doreen AmatelliAccording to a financial research firm, an average of 1 out of every 53 US households filed for bankruptcy in 2005! I wonder if people consider bankruptcy as their only course of action because they are so deep in consumer debt. Or could it be that people believe they have nothing to lose now ...
Views: 1506 - Action! Action! We Want Action! - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Doreen AmatelliOn a recent vacation to Italy I noticed I was just like many other tourists, moving from one place to the next, from the airport to the hotel, from the hotel to the train, from the train to a bus or car, from a bus or car to a sightseeing location. Most of us put a lot of time, thought and ...
Views: 1548 - Drip Irrigation Filters - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Kathleen ChesterWhile the water irrigation system is only half efficient, the drip systems have 90% efficiency. Water is simply not wasted in the drip irrigation system. The process of installation is easy and simple. It helps in spraying water wherever required rather than spilling it anywhere and everywhere. ...
Views: 1279 - Episode 2: Self-Sabotage, Adam-Style - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Greg HalpenHow I throw the baby out with the bathwater when things get tough. Seems strange, but it’s not uncommon for us to deny ourselves goodness and happiness. In the past, I’ve tended to outright reject anything and everything that evokes fear, choosing instead to recreate my life than to ...
Views: 1351 - Web Hosting Services Australia: An Overview - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2008 from Smit MathurWeb hosting, together with web designing and other services linked with the World Wide Web, play a very important role in building a professional website. A Web hosting service analyzes the requirements of an individual and expectations of an organization, which ensures maximum traffic and ...
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