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- Forever Memories - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Christine LayugWhen it comes to comfortable beds, there’s nothing that can beat the softness of memory foam beds. Why? Well if you asked that question, then certainly you haven’t laid on one. Now how to describe the softness of memory foams, well a very specific description of it is that when you ...
Views: 987 - A Mudd A Day Makes The Day Ok - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Christine LayugHave you had your daily mudd? Well apart from being a nutritious fashion, it also serves as a way for a lot of girls to reveal their true inner self, well what else, a girl. Confused? Well if you’re thinking about that liquid or semi-liquid mixture of water and some combination of soil, ...
Views: 988 - Begin To Repair The Damage Caused By Addiction by Making Amends To Others - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Mark HoustonThe drug or alcohol addict storms through the world, convinced that everyone has wronged them, convinced that everyone owes them, and convinced that they are somehow entitled to have intruded on the lives of others. In their wake, they manage to leave a great deal of destruction in our wake. In ...
Views: 2065 - Why Making Amends With Others Is Critical In The Addiction Recovery Process - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Mark HoustonStep nine of the 12 step program begins the process of the addict re-connecting with fellow human beings through the process of amends. After completing step 8 of the 12 step recovery program, the addict has a list of all the people and institutions he or she owe amends to. Amends can be made in ...
Views: 3887 - Working Through Step 10 Of The 12 Step Recovery Program - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Mark HoustonThe Tenth Step of AA is not about taking inventory once a day. It's about our inventory taking us throughout the day. The tenth step is about constantly seeking deeper experiences in the moment. The tenth step is about constantly seeking deeper experiences in the moment. The tenth step is ...
Views: 2123 - The Importance Of Step 12 In The Addiction Recovery Journey - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Mark HoustonStep twelve in the 12 Step Program is the culmination of a series of actions in which the addict has experienced a revolutionary change in the way he thinks about himself, others, and the world around him. Step 12 asks that the addict take this newfound knowledge to help other addicts in ...
Views: 2333 - Soul Mates: What They Mean, And When You Can Find Yours - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Arielle FordA soul mate is someone we feel a deep and profound connection to. Someone with whom we feel completely ourselves with. Someone that we love unconditionally and they love us unconditionally. And without trying to sound too sentimental, someone who completes us. I believe everyone has a soul ...
Views: 1113 - What Causes Stress - The Top 5 Culprits - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Greg FrostStress is inevitable, and whilst we may sometimes be able to change stressful situations, it is impossible to always avoid all stressful situations. Stress is the result of our physical and psychological reactions to changes in our environment. In certain amounts, stress can be beneficial, ...
Views: 7839 - How To Deal With Children's Anxiety - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Greg FrostApproximately 5 to 20% of all children suffer from at least one form of anxiety disorder. This refers to an overwhelming sense of fear or worry that is out of proportion to the individual’s situation, and often causes an adverse effect on that person’s life. Children are just as ...
Views: 1317 - How To Keep The Cost Of New Customers Down - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from George SierchioAcquiring new customers can be a very resource consuming task. But it is a must in every type of business even if you do a great job of keeping your current customers happy and continually buying from you. Some businesses must get new blood into the sales funnel on a grand scale such as those ...
Views: 1046 - Improving Self Confidence After A Breakup - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Greg FrostBreaking up is never an easy process, especially if you never saw it coming. At this stage, it may feel easier for you to hold on to the broken pieces and memories then to move on. However, the truth is far from this. There are many signs that you have yet to let go and start to move on. You ...
Views: 1025 - A Life For Fashion - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Christine LayugWhen it comes to mediums of entertainment and showbiz, there will be nothing more entertaining and amusing than magazines here in the Philippines. But when it comes to magazines in the Philippines, Fashion Magazine Philippines are the best type of magazine. There are a lot of Fashion Magazine ...
Views: 2109(1 vote) - Time Is Of The Essence - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from George SierchioWhat’s the one thing in this world that once lost can never again be found? Time. It’s a precious commodity and your business shouldn’t be sucking it up like it has no value. If you are still in the position in your business to need or want to provide your services to your clients, then time ...
Views: 2966 - Convenience Against Convenience - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Christine LayugWhen buying some flowers, there is no better way than buying it yourself. The reason is, by doing it you are able to supervise every process in managing or organizing your flowers to your own preference, a convenience than an online flower shop cannot provide. Unlike a physical flower shop, an ...
Views: 912 - Exit Planning Mistakes - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from George SierchioI’ve said it before, I’ll say it again and I’ll keep saying it. Every business needs an exit plan. Even if that plan is to run it until you die. And there’s nothing wrong with that either. The reason you need to have a plan is so that you can properly operate your business accordingly. My ...
Views: 984 - A Support For OFWs - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Christine LayugEver wanted to deliver some gifts to your loved ones back home, but unable to because of your work schedule? Well here is a way for Filipinos abroad to easily send gifts in the Philippines, and it only needs a computer and a connection to the internet. Express Regalo’s online gift delivery ...
Views: 1138 - Lead Generation Vs. Directly Selling To Prospects - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from George SierchioHere’s a very important fact to always keep in mind regarding your marketing process and converting people you drive to your business into customers: People like to buy things. They don’t like to be sold. Add to that one more important and very true fact: The odds are, you will not get your ...
Views: 1021 - Achieve Your Business Results Through Executive Coaching That Yields A 500% Plus ROI - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Arvinder SinghWhat if you could have a 500% plus return for very dollar that you invested in your employees? What would that mean for your business? Possibly right now you are thinking that this is not possible and even if it was, any business owner would jump at the chance for such an incredible investment? ...
Views: 818 - Managing Stress Everyday - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Richard KuhnsThere are several basic elements to managing stress everyday: 1. Physical factors 2. Nutritional Stress 3. Climatic Stress 4. Emotional Stress Physical factors: Whenever we are stressed to meet deadlines, deal with interpersonal relationships that are tenuous--children mis behaving, supervisors ...
Views: 1076 - Laughing Your Way To Happiness - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from *Winsome Coutts - Self Help Expert: http://www.4lifeselfhelp.com/We’ve all heard that old adage: Laughter is the best medicine, Volumes have been written and spoken about the value of laughter in life and how laughter can make us happy – even if we don’t feel happy to start with. Laughter connects people and is part of the fine art of life ...
Views: 1529 - Conflict Management: Using Principled Negotiation To Resolve Workplace Issues - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2009 from Nicole CuttsNegotiation is a Fact of Life: Negotiation is a fact of everyday work life. Whether for a company of one or one thousand, negotiations take place all day. Some negotiations take place with little or no notice such as when you and a co-worker decide where to eat lunch. Many negotiations, ...
Views: 2909 - Debt Priority - Emergency Hierarchy Of Debt - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Mike KillianWhat do you do when all of a sudden the month is just beginning and the $$$$'s are gone? You put the emotion away and get crackin' with bill priorities and some cold hard facts about your bills... and maybe even the priorities in your life. Believe it or not, some bills are definitely more ...
Views: 2242(2 votes) - Taming Your Butterflies - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from David Snell(How to Overcome Nervousness) I had been on television for more than five years — and radio for several years before that — when I had my first really big experience with speaker’s nerves. I was standing in front of four hundred high school journalism students who’d come to a three-day ...
Views: 950 - ***Ask Dr. Z - Candida Yeast Related Health Problems? Get holistic on-line alternative Candida Yeast Help NOW! - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Dr. Z - Peter ZeischeggAsk Dr. Z - Candida Yeast related Health Problems? Get holistic on-line alternative Candida Yeast Help Now! Content: What is Candida Yeast? Candida Yeast and Antibiotics Antibiotics linked to Breast Cancer Candida Yeast and other Drugs Sugar, Carbohydrates and Stress Candida Yeast Toxins ...
Views: 1915 - How I Heal Myself And Others - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Steven MayberTHIS IS AMAZING! TRY IT, YOU WILL LOVE IT.... My talents have evolved over 25 years through various Mind, Body and Energy work trainings. These gifts are God-given and the results are immediate and extraordinary! I do not predict the future; however here is a description of my talents… With ...
Views: 941 - ***Can You Really Make Money With An Internet marketing business? Five Sure Fire Business Changing Tips - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Dawn AbrahamHow do I make money with an internet marketing business? I have many people from all over the world come to me for guidance and answers on just that question. They come to me because I have had a lot of success over the years and most of it came rather quickly. What I mean by quickly is I ...
Views: 2206 - Passion In ACTION... - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from John CurranI’ve been thinking about writing for a while now, however, it wasn’t until I discovered a true purpose for my writing, that I was able to really take action in bringing these words to you. I have always known deep down, that when I speak from the heart, the words seem to flow ...
Views: 1411 - How To Choose The Right Italy Cooking School Tour For You - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Margaret CowanCooking school tours in Italy and around the world have multiplied like zucchinis in a summer garden. This article tells you how to sift through the overwhelming choice of Italian cooking tours and find the right one for you, so you experience a feast for your senses, heart, mind and soul, a ...
Views: 1335(2 votes) - Creating Space For Your Life - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Joyce DillonA year ago, I sat down at my desk to look at my weekly planner, which was bursting with "to do" lists, phone calls, committee meetings, projects, lunch appointments, classes, speaking engagements and networking. My mind fogged over just looking at all these commitments, and I suddenly realized I ...
Views: 1125 - Hello! Are You Listening To Your Life? - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Joyce Dillon• Are you yearning to make change in your life but find it overwhelming? • Do you continue to work at a job that drains your very soul? • Are you fearful of doing what you most desire to do? Shhh! Listen you will be told what to do. There is always a particular moment when ...
Views: 1072 - Three Sure-Fire Ways To Get Your Debt Snowball Rolling - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Michael RascoA "debt snowball" is a credit card debt management system that increases its momentum over time. That means that your results might seem small in the beginning, but you will take bigger and bigger chunks out of your debt as time goes on. It is a very effective way to eliminate credit card ...
Views: 1736(1 vote) - What's Coming Up In Children's TV - Report From National Association of Television Programming Executives - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Ranny LevyAs I began my meetings earlier this week at the 45th Annual NATPE (National Association of Television Programming Executives) Conference in chilly Las Vegas, the excitement of all the new shows being pitched here to US and foreign distribution outlets grew as the day wore on. The show ...
Views: 1914 - Six Strategies To Live Without Stress - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Rosana PereiraWhen we talk about stress quickly comes to mind the image of a busy executive on the verge of losing nerves. But the fact is that stress is not the sole property of the working world, much less is only heritage of leadership positions. All of us can be victims of stress. But what we are all ...
Views: 1467 - Integrating Your 4 Freedoms (Part 7 of 9) - Desire As Freedom - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Al Link and Pala CopelandJust as we are sometimes taught that pleasure is a sinful path to follow, so are we warned of the terrible power of desire. Desire can lead us to overindulgence, to betrayal, and to misery. “The abstinent run away from what they desire, but carry their desires with them. When a man ...
Views: 724 - ***St. Valentines Day Tea - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Kennon and Aurelia WardValentines Day is a special time to celebrate love and romance. Sometimes, with our busy lifestyles and constant barrage of stressors, we need help relaxing and enjoying the more intimate moments with that special someone. At these times, an aphrodisiac can be helpful. Aphrodisiacs have been ...
Views: 1561 - Are You Speaking The Language Of Marketing? - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Carolyn McCormickDo you speak the Language of Marketing? Or the Language of Business? This is one of the biggest missed opportunities I see talented people make that cost them sales revenues. Let's define each language so you begin to distinguish between the two, and know when to use the appropriate ...
Views: 943 - Whats Your Aim In Life - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Deepak LodhiaHave you ever been asked the question, “What’s your aim in life?” Have you ever understood what the person asking the question meant? It’s quite a powerful question because it is a pretty direct and incisive way to ascertain what your purpose in life is and what you aim to achieve as a goal. ...
Views: 20480(1 vote) - Sales Coaching: 7 Mistakes That Are Screwing Up Your Sales - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Cheryl ClausenYou don’t know what you want to be when you grow up, or at least you’re acting like you don’t. You’re like a frustrated employee who hates their job, but doesn’t see how to get a better one. You lack focus, but you don’t know what to focus on so you’re ...
Views: 904 - The Perfect Toy Box For Your Child, One To Spark His Or Her Imagination! - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Marina NeimanA child's playroom should be a place where he or she can joyfully and safely spend time exploring his or her surroundings. The room should be decorated with bright, stimulating colors. But care should be taken not to overwhelm the child with an overly busy or cluttered room. A well structured, ...
Views: 700 - How Bad Is Your Debt Vulnerability? - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Mike KillianThe American consumer is looking at a very scary environment! He/she is also becoming more and more vulnerable to serious debt collection issues. The new bankruptcy law, increased minimum credit card payment, tightening of debt counseling options, exceptionally easy access to very high credit ...
Views: 1311 - Delivering "Cut Above" Customer Service - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Galen SandersonCustomer service? Two strange little words that are totally non-existent in today’s hurried, hectic, and non-personal world. As you read this article, I want you to think about what kind of service YOU have received recently. Whether that service was given in a restaurant, a retail store, ...
Views: 1872 - *** Fitness And Exercise: How To Stop Battling Frustration To Lose Weight - by Women who battle frustration and silently scream from failed weight loss attempts, poor health, and lack of will power are not alone. It's not all about exercise and diet. If your spirit isn't with the program, even the best discipline might just lead to injury or worse yet feeling you failed ...
Views: 1306 - 40% Tax-Free Pay Raise - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Mike KillianIf you are an employee, you can get a 40% pay raise without ever asking the boss. And it's all tax-free. Similarly, if you are an employer, you can show each of your employees how they can earn a 40% pay raise and it won't cost the employer a thing. Before writing me off as being a pair short of ...
Views: 1599 - Develop A Strong Marketing Vision - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Paul KeetchHopefully you already have a vision for your company. It might be to be the biggest, the best or the brightest in your industry. It might be to deliver a certain experience or level of service to your customers. It might be to take over the world and travel to the moon. Whatever it is ...
Views: 1060 - How Sandwiched Boomers Can Give And Get The Gift Of Health - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Phyllis GoldbergAmericans are busy spending well over $26 billion on gift cards this holiday season. And, just when you thought you'd heard it all, here comes the idea of a medical gift card. With the holidays literally right around the corner and your stress level high, it may be exactly what the doctor ...
Views: 953(2 votes) - Point Of View: The Male Boomer And Long-term Relationships - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Phyllis GoldbergBoth men and women are short changed when sweeping generalizations are applied to the male psyche. Men can not all be painted with broad strokes. Some comments from a poll we took may help build a more complex picture of the midlife male perspective, particularly concerning long-term ...
Views: 887 - How Politics Can Teach Sandwiched Boomers A Lesson In Communication - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Phyllis GoldbergSenator John Kerry said his remark, "If you don't study hard you get stuck in Iraq," was a joke gone awry. President George W. Bush was critical, commenting to the Associated Press that "it didn't sound like a joke to me. More important, it didn't sound like a joke to the troops." What did you ...
Views: 1137(1 vote) - Male Sandwiched Boomers: A New Trend In Caregiving - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Phyllis GoldbergWith 2008 in full swing, perhaps you've already had your fill of economic and political predictions by experts and clairvoyants. However, if you happen to be a Sandwiched Boomer, the following quietly growing trend may surprise you. The results of recent studies indicate that nearly 40% of ...
Views: 1254 - How To Lay Low As Helicopter Parents - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Phyllis GoldbergBy now your college student has settled into the dorm and adjusted to campus life. Despite the relief you feel, are you surprised to discover that letting go is more difficult than you imagined? Even with the time constraints and daily pressures that you experience as a member of the Sandwich ...
Views: 899 - Use What You Have – The Cure For Your Post-Christmas Financial Blues - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Colette RobicheauIt’s a new year - time for new resolutions and goals. Here’s one that will help you get organized while warding off the post-Christmas financial blues – use what you have. You’d be surprised at how many items you have lying around that you’ve never used. Items that, by using them, will create ...
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