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- The Art Of Negotiation In A Short Sale - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Judson VossYou’ve found a great real estate investment to purchase, signed on with the homeowners and gotten all of your information in order. All that’s needed is to approach the bank with a short sale offer and close the deal right? Maybe not. There is an art to negotiation in the real estate ...
Views: 1188 - Is Renting Smart? - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Judson VossMany real estate investors will think about becoming a landlord, with your own rental property, from time to time. It seems like an easy way to bring in a regular monthly income on a long-term basis. Plus, you don’t have to spend a lot of time each week looking for new properties to invest in. ...
Views: 751 - What Is Our Soul? - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from E. (anagarika eddie) Raymond RockAsk anyone about the soul and more often than not, you will get a blank stare, or the soul might be explained as a spirit, a part of God, our basic being, or our true essence. But there has never been a good, logical explanation. So here goes! Although according to Buddhism the soul does not ...
Views: 1125 - Thinking About Attraction - There's More To Thinking Than Meets The Eye - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Pete KoernerMany people complain that The Secret, or The Law of Attraction, just doesn't work for them. They exclaim, "But I am thinking about what I want; and I DID try to believe in it -- but nothing happened!" Well, there's more to thinking than meets the eye. Most people spend most of their time ...
Views: 723(2 votes) - How To Deal With Insults - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2009 from Todd HicksDo you have a problem with emotional insecurity? Do insulting remarks bother you? We will discuss ways to positively deal with those who try to insult you. Display your sense of humor when someone hurls a nasty remark at you. If you laugh when someone tries to insult you, you will feel better ...
Views: 6021 - What Kind Of Days Are You Attracting? - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Pete KoernerDo you wake-up in the morning dreading the day, or looking forward to it? Do you tell yourself, "It's going to be a great day;" or, "Great, it's another crappy day! Why did I even bother waking-up?" The way you approach your day, and the kinds of things you say about your day, and your ...
Views: 660(2 votes) - Psychotherapy In The Era Of Televised Treatment - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from William BerryThese days you can’t turn on your television without sitting through a pseudo therapy session. From the trendsetter Dr. Phil to Tony Soprano’s “shrink”, to new series like HBO’s “In Treatment,” and reality TV series “Intervention” and “Celebrity Rehab,” psychotherapy has become home ...
Views: 2204 - Growing Up As A Scientologist - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Linda WielandOne young man shares his thoughts on growing up in a Scientology family. Many people know the advantages of being a Scientologist—using Scientology. The technology gives you much greater control over your life and allows you to realize your goals. This is a huge difference from life as ...
Views: 1398(1 vote) - How To Overcome Uncertainty At Work, Business And In Life - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Vincent KitukuThe news that 80,000 people lost their jobs this past March adds on to the "social buffaloes" we have to face. Millions are in the midst of battling the mortgage buffalo that seems to needs extra "spears" to bring it under control. Others are dealing with personal issues: divorce, stressful work ...
Views: 1918 - Book Review: Who Moved My Cheese? An Amazing Way to Deal with Change in Your Work and in Your Life - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Stephanie AnastasioThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Stress Management. Stress Management is the skills, methods, and techniques involving in managing and reducing stress either a day-to-day basis or on a long term scale. Barbara Schiffman is the Official Guide to Stress ...
Views: 1284 - Choosing The Right Baby Products For Your Expected Bundle Of Joy - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Dori SchwaigerLean towards "green" when it comes to choosing the right baby products for your child. The impending birth of a child is indeed a great expectation. Nature has been kind to us in the fact that she has given us nine long months to prepare for this life altering occasion. From your first visit to ...
Views: 1556 - Definition: Stress Relief Tips - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Stephanie AnastasioTips to Manage Stress It’s Monday morning, the alarm screams in your ear, you jolt out of bed. You quickly shower, feed the cat, let the dog out, and try to convince your child he has to get up for school. You have an important presentation to give, so you get out your best suit. While putting ...
Views: 1314 - Learning Pain's Lessons - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Bette DowdellI talk to pretty much everybody. Starting conversations with strangers is my normal modus operandi. I mean, why stand in a line mute, an island unto myself, when I can have a perfectly lovely conversation with somebody I haven’t yet met? And I don’t talk about the weather. I talk ...
Views: 1249 - My Way Or The Highway - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Marilyn ManningIt can be very challenging and discouraging to support someone else’s ideas, especially when we think our way is the best. There’s a lot of emphasis on being a good team player for top leaders, managers and front line folks. Can we use values and a protocol to make teams and leaders work better? ...
Views: 1167 - How Agreements Help The Bottom Line - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Marilyn ManningOur leaders, managers, teams and organizations could benefit from developing a behavioral protocol, or a code of behavior or ethics based on agreed upon values. You may try this on your own, or have a facilitated off-site meeting to really dig into the issues. A code or protocol helps establish ...
Views: 1176 - WARNING: Are You Living Like A Busy Bee?! - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Mohamed TohamiAlbert Einstein once said: “A perfection of means, and a confusion of aims, seems to be our main problem.” Look around you. Many people seem to be as busy as bees, working hard and striving to excel. There they are in their little hives, aspiring to succeed and seeking perfection in everything ...
Views: 1399 - Service Begins At Home - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Marilyn ManningService is not just a smile or pleasant tone of voice. Authentic service is ethical, value based and practiced all the time. Our values may include integrity, accountability, quality, collaboration and teamwork. A value may be defined as "that which is important to someone and which affects the ...
Views: 2571 - ***Believing In Yourself At The Lectern - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Nancy DanielsOne of the characteristics of dynamic public speakers is that they believe in themselves. We all know that public speaking is man’s greatest fear; however, if you approach the lectern doubting yourself, how successful do you think you will be? Believing you cannot do it is a recipe for ...
Views: 1840 - Questions About Auctions: What You Need To Know! Part Three - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Bryan BensonPart Three: The Motivated Seller We’ve talked about the basics of auctioning in part one. In part two we started to talk about what I call the nitty-gritty. We talked about what to do with the auctioneer and how to go about getting involved in the auction. We also talked about the ...
Views: 781 - Questions About Auctions: What You Need To Know! Part Two - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Bryan BensonPart Two: The Nitty-Gritty So you have decided to try your hand at an auction. We talked about the basics of an auction in part one. Mainly, you learned whether or not you should participate in an auction (as a seller) in terms of price for your property. Now we’ll dive a little deeper ...
Views: 815 - Questions About Auctions: What You Need To Know! Part One - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Bryan BensonPart One: The Basics Do you have a home that you would like to get rid of but just aren’t sure how? Maybe an auction is right for you. Auctions are becoming increasingly important to talk about. The worst thing you can do is agree to an auction (not knowing a thing about them). We are ...
Views: 817 - Accelerated Healing Using Self-Hypnosis - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Jo MoonPeople everywhere are using self-hypnosis. Everyone has the capacity to enter into this natural state to strengthen the mind/body connection and tap into the inner healing power of their subconscious mind. It has been recorded throughout history that patients have recovered from critical illness ...
Views: 978 - EMDR And The Wolf In Sheeps Clothing - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Sarah JenkinsSit down, and let me tell you a story, a fable that tells of a wolf in sheep’s clothing. It is a fable, written by Aesop, that you may be curious to learn, and can tell us of addiction’s common deceptions. Perhaps you will find the lesson in the beginning, or even at the end, but you will be ...
Views: 1325 - Is it a Job or a Career? - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Torski Dobson-ArnoldIt depends on who and how you ask it. Most people respond to the age old question of “So, where are you working now?” by saying “Ooh, I’ve got a job down at the sanitation department” or “I recently started a new job as a waitress at the local eatery”, ...
Views: 1529(1 vote) - Letting Go Of Our Stuff - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Maggie McCauleyWait! Don’t “give that away!” Do these words sound familiar? We’ve either said them or heard them from someone we know and love. It’s hard to let that old sweater go, even though we haven’t worn it in years. It used to be the “favorite” or it’s reminiscent of a happy time in our lives, or ...
Views: 1298 - 12 Reasons Why The Soft Stuff Counts - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Robert (Bob) CannonA Book Review of “12” To my knowledge, the book “12 The Elements of Great Managing” by Rodd Wagner & James K. Harter, PH.D. is the first of it’s kind to provide proof that the soft stuff of management really counts in business. Their findings are based on Gallup’s ten million workplace ...
Views: 1250 - Anxious Because Your Jeans Are Too Tight? - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Sarah MariaSo you're not anorexic, you're not bulimic, and you don’t binge eat . . . most of the time. But do you love your body? According to the latest statistics, the answer is probably "no". If you don’t love your body, you may be stifling your creativity, draining your energy, and limiting your ...
Views: 2468 - Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Software: cheap And Powerful Software For Work And Leisure. - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Iva PolevaNowadays the IT sphere is practically the most rapidly developing industry and the number of different software products proliferates with every minute. There are lots of companies producing various kinds of software for various operational systems. So it is highly preferable to choose ...
Views: 859 - Shake Away Your Stress And Tension! - by Submitted on May 27, 2010 from Lea HoustonShaking is a fabulous way to release stress from your muscles, lubricate your joints and get your circulation going. Shaking relieves anxiety, reduces tension, lets your thinking mind take a break and releases holding patterns so your natural, healthy energy can move freely. For several years ...
Views: 9313(1 vote) - Credit Card Negotiation - by Credit card negotiation is not a new concept but is likely to become a relatively well-used method of effective debt reduction or elimination for many people in the foreseeable future.
It wasn't so long ago that credit card debt consolidation with bank loans was the well-known strategy for ...
Views: 905 - Brain Training 101 - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Steve GillmanA little bit of brain training can go a long ways towards better thinking. There are easy techniques for better or more creative thinking, such as brainstorming or just getting a good night's sleep. The idea here, though, is to train your brain in new habits. It can take some work, but once good ...
Views: 949 - We Discuss Effective Anti-Wrinkle Skin Care Products - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Jean HelmetWhat exactly does Natural Skin Care Products mean? Before you can really understand the benefits you need to understand what is meant by the term itself. Simply put natural skin care products means the ingredients in a said product are natural or from nature. So what does that mean? All it means ...
Views: 610 - EFT And Hypnosis - The Most Powerful Combination For Fast Healing. - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Baerbel FroehlinAs a hypnotherapist, I have always used EFT on purpose, as a trance-inducing modality. Today, many years into my work with EFT I don't work with conventional hypnosis any more. Every case is being resolved and taken care of much faster by using EFT, with profound lasting results that could never ...
Views: 3902(1 vote) - Kids Outdoor Games And Activities - Get Back To Nature! - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Yogi ShindeIn this day and age of computer games and television, some fun kids outdoor games and activities are what we need to get our kids physically fit and active. Kids these days are hooked on to Television and Video games. A little bit of fresh air can provide huge health benefits. Here are some fun ...
Views: 1181 - Kids Educational Games - Learning Through Play - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Yogi ShindeSome fun kids educational games are all you will ever need to teach your little preschooler their basics. Weather we are talking about learning to tell time, recognise the coins, know their letters and numbers or any other skill, kids educational games can be a great way to teach. Kids love ...
Views: 1168 - Golden Comforter Series - One Size Does Not Fit All - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Brad BrubakerMillions of people across the United States and all over the world have discovered the comfort and dependability provided by a lift chair. Lift chairs utilize a lifting base that makes it easier for people who are mobility challenged to stand or sit on their own without outside assistance. One ...
Views: 1469 - The Zero-Gravity Lift Chair - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Brad BrubakerAlmost everyone spends a little time in their recliner everyday. For those that watch TV or read that time may be considerably longer. If you suffer from mobility related problems such as muscular diseases, arthritis, or if you are just a little older then it may be very hard to stand up from a ...
Views: 1178 - The Pride Gentle Line - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Brad BrubakerIn 1986 the Pride Mobility Products Corporation was born, evolving from an existing family business. They began manufacturing lift chairs and by 1992 they were leading the industry with their innovative mobility scooter designs. They never stopped working on perfecting their lift chair design ...
Views: 1093(1 vote) - Pride Casual Lift Chairs - Anything But Casual - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Brad BrubakerPride Mobility Products Corporation is a very distinguished and esteemed manufacturer of home medical equipment. They began manufacturing lift chairs in 1986 and since have brought a tremendous amount of innovation to the lift chair industry. A lift chair is a recliner that has a motorized ...
Views: 1101 - A Brief History Of Pride Mobility - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Brad BrubakerIn the world of home mobility products there are a few names that are almost always mentioned because of their commitment to quality. One such company is Pride Mobility Products Corporation. They have created many innovative and reliable designs as they develop mobility related products like ...
Views: 1576(1 vote) - Are There Any Benefits Of Playing Board Games For Children? - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Yogi ShindeAs simple as these games look the developmental, social and educational benefits board games can provide to young preschool aged children are huge. Here is a list of few benefits these educational board games can provide preschool kids. Sharing and taking turns Learning to share is one of the ...
Views: 2039 - How To Achieve Your Goal This Spring: Start Your Book, Launch Your Business, Lose That Weight - by If you're like many people, you've packed away the goals you had at the beginning of this year. But I have a suggestion for you: Dust them off and get on your way to accomplishing them, starting today.
Spring is a time of cleaning out clutter and starting afresh. So let this be a time of ...
Views: 2045 - Who Do You Think You Are - by Who do you think you are?
This is a question that philosophers have been asking for millenniums. How and why did this whole universe begin? Why are human beings here? What is their purpose? We could get very broad and deep about the answers, or we could just probe our own selves and say that we ...
Views: 2131 - Feng Shui For Home Buyers - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Linda BinnsAn ancient practice is enjoying a renaissance in Western culture. Feng Shui (pronounced “fung schway”) has its roots in Chinese culture and has been used for centuries by people seeking to improve their lives through the use of color, materials and object placement in order to invite positive ...
Views: 1378 - Printing And Packaging Equipment Financing - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Chris FletcherLatest technological advancements have raised the quality of printing and packaging equipment. The computer and laser printers are vitally important for some areas like design and production. However traditional offset printing also remains in the field. If you want to provide better services in ...
Views: 836 - The Secret Window To Success - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Dominic TayYou’ve tried all what it takes for you to succeed yet you still stumble and fail. Do you think that fate plays on you unfairly because others are more successful than you are? Do you feel threatened because there are successful individuals who you think are less likely to succeed than you ...
Views: 735 - Personal Development And Quitting Smoking - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Dominic TayWarning: Smoking is bad for your health. This sinister-sounding caveat adorns practically every pack and box of cigarettes that’s sold in bold letters that is quite difficult to miss. Sometimes it makes me wonder why, if indeed it is true that smoking is unhealthy, then why are cigarettes ...
Views: 1749 - Legally Meeting Success Through Personal Development - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Dominic TayThe Practice, Law and Order, Court TV and Ally McBeal. What do these TV series have in common? In watching these series, you get to know and understand a bit of these lawyers, attorneys and judges’ lives—how they analyze the law, the issue (civil or criminal) and how they come up ...
Views: 676 - Why Celebrities Smoke Cigarettes? - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Barbu StelanIs it true that celebrities really desist from endorsing cigarettes of all hues? Is it because they are conscious of their social responsibilities? Pictures of celebrities smoking appear glamorous and civilized, regardless of the context of the scene in a movie and thus it strikes a cord with ...
Views: 3615 - The Weight Loss Challenge: Sustain Your Success - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Dominic TayObesity is one of the major problems in the society these days. Sedentary lifestyle is the biggest factor that contributes to the growing number of obese people. Why so? Well, many individuals tend to exercise less and eat more. There are more people who prefer to stay indoors watching TV, ...
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