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- 3-Reasons The Secret Isn't "Working For You" - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Pete KoernerThe Secret, or The Law of Attraction, isn't "magic." It isn't really even a "thing." The Law of Attraction is simply a way of talking about or describing how things seem to come together, or manifest into form from the world of the un-formed. The Law of Attraction is a law, not a tool; it ...
Views: 1461(2 votes) - Pickup vs. The System - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Tom SomeoneCZTime Line What was first? Chicken or egg? Pickup or The System? And what is better? To answer these questions, we have to travel into a past first… On September 1958, a boy was born. Later, he went famous under the name of Ross Jeffries. Only three years later, i.e. in 1961, in Fresno ...
Views: 675 - Have Fun Failing - It's The Quickest Way To Success! - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Pete KoernerWe have all heard sayings like, "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade;" but what if you don't like lemonade? The obvious answer is, "Sell the lemonade and buy something you DO like with your profits." But that doesn't work if you're stuck whining about the lemons. To move forward in ...
Views: 1290(1 vote) - Loan To Value Ratio: Know Your Numbers - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Bryan BensonSay you have an arm of 4.25 with a loan balance of $178,000.00 that you can take as subject-to on that and you are getting the asking price of $325,000.00 for this house. What are you figuring the loan to value ratio for? Now you may be doing this for a private lender because you need the ...
Views: 830 - IRA - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Bryan BensonYears ago, people kept their money in one location-usually under their mattress! People did not trust banks and sometimes people hid their money in locations in their home. Crazy to think about isn’t it! Nowadays, people have money in countless varieties of funds, accounts and ...
Views: 943 - Commercial Real Estate: What is my role? - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Bryan BensonLet’s take a moment to talk about commercial real estate and your specific role in a deal. Sometimes you might need a little more clarity on a situation. Say you are really unsure about the finder’s fee and what constitutes relinquishing the deal? Still not seem clear to you? The ...
Views: 893 - Divorce Doesn't Scar Children -- Selfish Parents Do - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Rosalind SedaccaDivorce is a highly emotional topic. When children are involved the consequences are far more dramatic - and, not surprisingly, so are our opinions. I know there are many people who sincerely believe that no divorce is a good divorce. That children are always and inevitably harmed by the ...
Views: 7461(1 vote) - Success Requires You Take Your Weaknesses Seriously - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Rosalind HendersonDo you get depressed when you meet an obstacle, and toss in the towel? Are your goals unrealistic, making them impossible to reach? Or do you start projects, but don't finish them? These weaknesses oftentimes derail your goals. Dr. Cloud, a noted Christian psychologist, explains on his CD, ...
Views: 1433 - A Theory Of Addiction Relapse Prevention - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from William BerryWhen I first decided to write an article about relapse prevention, I felt anxious about what to include or exclude. I initially thought about all the material I have on relapse prevention, and how I could integrate it into one article. The truth is, I consider everything I do in treatment as ...
Views: 4413 - Top Ten Self-fullness Tips For Sandwiched Women - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Rosemary Lichtman, Ph.D.No need to look up "self-fullness" in the dictionary - you won't find it. And it's also not likely to be in the vocabulary of women who are pulled between their careers, children, parents, spouse or even grandchildren. No matter what age women have attained, many still act the part of the 'good ...
Views: 1064 - Falling For A (Somewhat) Older Man - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Dr. Dennis NederHi Dennis, A month ago I met an amazing man; handsome, in-shape, caring, respectful, educated, and with a thriving career. I love spending time with him, and get butterflies in my stomach whenever I think about him. My main problem is that he is 9 years older than me. I know this may not seem ...
Views: 1073 - Breathing Room - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from patricia osborneNot so long ago, I had dinner at a nearby Chinese restaurant. Upon entering the restaurant, there in the foyer was a fish tank, built into the wall. It served as a window into the main dining area of the restaurant. The dimensions of this fish tank were about 3 feet wide by 12 inches high ...
Views: 658 - Research Is Key to Choosing the Right College - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Mistina Thomson"College enrollments are higher than ever. In 2005 more than 60% of high school graduates enrolled in two or four-year colleges and more than 16 million students were registered in some type of postsecondary education. Moreover, college enrollments are only expected to increase in the coming ...
Views: 989 - How To Evaluate an Online School - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Mistina Thomson"Students aren't the only ones being graded on their performance. Online schools are under the microscope as prospective students learn what features to look for prior to enrolling. Any online school merits exploration and asking the correct questions assists students in selecting a suitable ...
Views: 1088 - How To Search For Financial Aid - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Mistina Thomson"Going to college has always been your dream but you're concerned about the rising cost of higher education and how and where you're going to get the funding. You have a ton of questions. Is aid available only for full-time students? Is aid available if you enroll online? What types of aid are ...
Views: 3627 - How To Put Your Transferable Skills To Work - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Mistina Thomson"From collecting stamps to scooping ice cream, your past experience has not only made you who you are, but taught you plenty of valuable lessons that may apply to the workplace. However, before you can effectively present these abilities to a potential employer, you must first identify what you ...
Views: 6282 - What To Do When You Are Overqualified - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Mistina Thomson"In today's bottom-line workplace it's tough for experienced career professionals to find a new job. Getting past the ""overqualified"" tag is more than half the battle. With corporate downsizing, a runaway off-shoring of jobs, and a glut of highly experienced and well-educated candidates ...
Views: 1365 - Definition: Goal Setting - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Stephanie AnastasioGoal Setting involves establishing specific, measurable and time targeted objectives. Work on the theory of goal-setting suggests that it is an effective tool for making progress by ensuring that participants are clearly aware of what is expected from them, if an objective is to be achieved. On ...
Views: 7839 - Beware: Your Other Resume Is On MySpace - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Mistina Thomson"The Google Test The World Wide Web has emerged as a quick and easy way to run background checks on job candidates. The practice of Googling job applicants may be controversial--""swimming in very muddy ethical waters,"" as one university career center director puts it--but it's also becoming ...
Views: 3568 - Transformimg Maths From A Chore To A Challenge - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Alistair OwensA well proven fact states if you fire the imagination of children you also gain their attention – an essential ingredient towards efficient learning. A school in Nottingham in the UK has proven the point by adopting a central Harry Potter theme to lessons. Maths has adopted a series of ...
Views: 1062 - How To Become A Solid Basketball Defender - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Jeff HaefnerGood defenders are a rarity on the basketball court these days. Some players have no interest in playing basketball defense, but more often players just don’t know how to play defense. From their earliest days on the floor, coaches tell players the defense just takes desire. While desire is a ...
Views: 2479 - From Couch To Coach - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Alistair OwensThe biggest concern of most parents as their child goes to school is how are they are going to cope. Suddenly you are reliant on third parties to handle a crucial role that could influence the entire future for your child.The intimate bond with your child is interrupted; your omnipresence ...
Views: 1168 - ***READ PEOPLE DEEPER - Charm - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Robin KLife’s charmers—when you meet them at work, don’t they make your 9-5 go faster? Teaming up with someone who is not merely competent but adorable, what a great way to have extra fun along with greater success! In your love life, a playful, agreeable personality can keep your romance ever fresh. ...
Views: 11874 - Automotive Tool Financing - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Chris FletcherToday, the mechanical industry relies mostly on sophisticated automotive and diagnostic equipments. Alignment machines, computer diagnostic stations etc are indispensable in repairing machines. Since these repair facilities are high-priced, automotive and diagnostic equipment financing has ...
Views: 939 - ***Effortless Ayurvedic Beauty - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Robin KWHO HASN’T HEARD THE ADAGE "YOU HAVE TO SUFFER TO be beautiful?" Although looking good generally reflects an inner health in mind and body, and that takes some effort, it doesn’t have to be a joyless grind. Ayurveda, the original mind-body-spirit health system offers pleasurable, effective ways ...
Views: 2698 - The Key (A Fairytale) — Chapter 2: Ariya (Part 3) - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from E. (anagarika eddie) Raymond RockMy admiration for Ariya was growing; this diminutive being that took me under her wing. And as I listened to her strange voice that appeared in my mind, her words became even stranger. She said that some believe that when life ends, there is nothing, just an unconscious, eternal sleep. Others ...
Views: 1193 - Cholesterol Normal Levels - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Tina DruvWhen it comes to heart health, cholesterol plays a serious role. High levels of cholesterol in the blood is a significant risk factor with coronary heart disease and stroke. That should be enough reason to find out your cholesterol level and if any kind of corrective action should be taken. This ...
Views: 1404(1 vote) - Anxiety Panic Attack Symptoms - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Tina DruvIf you are think that you are vulnerable to anxiety panic attacks, the let me tell you that you are not alone. 20 millions Americans run the same risk, they all suffer from anxiety. There are a lot of reasons that actually trigger anxiety, but the best part is that it is curable. Once you know ...
Views: 854 - Rimonabant-A Real Help For Young Mothers - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Jason IrvingMaybe you are asking why is Rimonabant a help for young mothers… Well as you all know the world today is lead by beauty and women most of all are afected by that.For pregnant womens is very hard to see how their bodies are afected and all those transformations can be shocking. The most ...
Views: 697 - The Anxiety Myths - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Robert GoodStudies have shown that anxious people hold positive beliefs about worry far more highly than non-worriers. For non-anxious people, a little bit of worry used properly can be helpful. But for anxious people these beliefs cause more stress than they solve. If you suffer from anxiety, so long as ...
Views: 2544 - 6 Ways To Make Sure Your Dog Has Perfect Dental Health - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from brian spilnerYou feed, water, exercise, groom and bathe your animal. You take him to the veterinarian for his yearly checkup, tests, and shots. It seems as though your pet is in perfect health. Your pooch gives you a big, sloppy lick across your face in appreciation, and you notice his bad breath. At ...
Views: 1350 - Predicting Stock Market Movements - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Steve SelengutI've been thinking about starting a stock market prediction business. Clearly, there is a huge market for timely and accurate information of this type, and just as clearly, predicting the future is much easier than dealing with the realities of whatever is actually happening at the moment. If ...
Views: 3071(1 vote) - The Keys To Turning Domestic Conflicts Into Win-Win Propositions - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Mitchell MilchAnger is a lit match that can be blown on and cooled or thrown onto a pile of paper on which kerosene is poured. It’s an opportunity for friends and lovers to resolve conflicts to the benefit of both parties and bring these parties closer to each other or it can be an invitation to start a war ...
Views: 1369 - Backup And Restore Software – Deep Professional Insight - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2008 from Alexander GolishevA lot of my friends and relatives ask me as a backup and restore specialist what kind of backup and restore software I recommend. I like to say that when it comes down to choosing backup and restore software I follow 5 simple rules, which I would like to share with your now in case you are ...
Views: 1324 - Incorporating Exercises When On Vacation - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2008 from Laidlaw JimmySwimming If the vacation is by a beach or a pool then swimming is an excellent sport to take as a daily exercise. It is one of the best to take up whilst away. It will make the body fit and healthy working every muscle and giving you strength and vitality. It will, also, burn lots of ...
Views: 798 - 3 Tips For Staying Active Into Retirement - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2008 from Laidlaw JimmyFor many of us retirement means a chance to relax after years of working hard five days (or more) a week. Yet it is easy to let that relaxation get the better of you, leading to low fitness levels, too much time spent indoors and poor health. Thankfully there are several simple ways to make ...
Views: 828 - Promote Your School Or Business With Custom Imprinted Padfolios - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2008 from jay powersFinding the right balance of utility and promotion are important factors in choosing items for promotion. After all, promotion only happens if the items are found to be useful enough to be used on a regular basis. That’s why imprinted padfolios make a great choice whether you’re ...
Views: 747 - Make Money Online - Avoid Scams Learn How - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2008 from Luis GrossNow we all want to make money online, but who can we trust ? Everybody is trying to sell you a dream that you can be the next Internet millionaire, well don't fret because I was once in your shoes and I had to learn the hard way. I hate scams more than your average Joe because I fell victim to ...
Views: 626 - Hair Loss – Baldness In Men And Women - by Hair is often called the symbol of our youth. It is our crowning glory and often plays a huge role on how we view ourselves. It may also be an expression of self-confidence and personal style. Since we are conditioned on these beliefs, we think that we need to have a full head of hairs to be ...
Views: 778 - Selling On eBay - Tips For Beginners - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2008 from Luis GrossEveryone knows e-Bay is a great way to make money online. Lots of people are doing it and sustaining family and a great lifestyle from it all at the same time. So how do you get started and making money ? How can you become a power seller ? Well before you can become a power seller and make any ...
Views: 629 - Stop Smoking With New Wonder Pill Or EFT? - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2008 from Suzanne ZachariaPills for stop-smoking treatment flood the news as millions of smokers who want to quit search for a cure. There is a new wonder pill that newspapers are getting very excited about. And the highly-acclaimed clinical research says it worked for about 50% of the cases. Great! Hold on a ...
Views: 1164 - A Passion for Peanut Butter - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2008 from Sharon BellI have always loved peanut butter. Nothing excites me more than sinking my teeth into the gooey stuff. And a peanut butter and jelly sandwich is enough to chase my blues away. Many people share my passion for peanut butter. I'm not the only one nuts about it. In fact, it's a perennial favorite ...
Views: 637 - Will Peanut Butter Make You Fat? - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2008 from Sharon BellCritics point out that peanut butter is rich is fat that could lead to obesity and a host of diseases. How true is this? Admittedly, most nuts and nut butters are loaded with fat. Four-point five tablespoons of peanut butter will give you a whooping 422 calories. A tablespoon has 100 ...
Views: 2819 - Weight Loss: Personal Trainer Or Personal Yoga Teacher? - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2008 from David MorganIf you're looking to lose weight, you may have considered hiring a personal trainer. Here are seven reasons to consider personalized yoga instruction instead of traditional gym-based personal training to help you meet your weight loss and fitness goals: 1. You never need to set foot in a gym or ...
Views: 1006 - EyeYoga - Restoring Vision Naturally - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2008 from jesryne wong(No Drug. No Injection, No Surgery, No Expensive Apparatus or Program) Correct eyesight problems such as MYOPIA (nearsighted), HYPERMETROPIA (farsighted) & PREBYOPIA (aging vision), ASTIGMATISM (blurry distant & near vision), AMBYOPIA (lazyeye), ANISOMETROPIA (one eye with nearsighted and the ...
Views: 1857 - Think Outside The Box With Promotional Cooler Bags - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2008 from jay powersA constant challenge for many companies is coming up with innovative ways to keep their name at the forefront of their customers’ minds. Finding a unique way to promote your company will keep your customers talking about you for years to come. If your company features a team of people that ...
Views: 799 - How Much Do You Want Manifestation? - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2008 from Gary EvansNo doubt you've gotten fired up about using the Law of Attraction to manifest some cool stuff in your life, but eventually after a few days or a few weeks or trying, you gave up and then told yourself... “this stuff doesn't work”. Maybe you got lazy and couldn't be bothered to keep ...
Views: 1086 - Explaining Colorado Jumbo Vs. Conforming Mortgages - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2008 from 1st american mortgageExplaining Colorado Jumbo Vs. Conforming Mortgages When you are looking for a home mortgage in Colorado, you need to know the different types of mortgages, especially the difference between a jumbo Colorado loan and a conforming Colorado mortgage. By knowing how these loans are determined, you ...
Views: 1257 - What Kinds Of Internal Body Cleansing Are There? - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2008 from Mark AmentKeeping the internal organs clean and free of toxins is a key to radiant health. When the organs work well the rest of the body flourishes. There are 5 major types of internal body cleansing that anyone interested in vibrant health should know about. In alphabetical order they are: Colon ...
Views: 1310 - Beating the Recession Bug with a Home-Based Business - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2008 from Dawn WentworthAs recession looms on doorsteps across the nation, many Americans search for alternative ways to make ends meet. Some even look for new full-time careers in light of recent layoffs and closings. Starting your own home-based business is the perfect way to fight recession and produce a decent ...
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