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- Go Ahead Fall Flat On Your Face, Take A Chance On You - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Mary WalkerDo you remember a time as a kid, when you wanted to try something new for the first time, how it made you feel? The butterflies in your stomach; the anxiousness that comes with being in unfamiliar territory. Maybe it was riding your bike without the training wheels or venturing into the deep ...
Views: 1847 - Understanding Co-Dependence - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2009 from Ken FieldsThe term co-dependence is pretty familiar to many people today. It is a term that arose out of the treatment of alcoholics and refers to how one person, generally a spouse, would benefit in some way by having their alcoholic partner remain an alcoholic. And the alcoholic partner would, of ...
Views: 1474(1 vote) - Understanding Self Sabotage - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2009 from Ken FieldsWhy would anyone want to sabotage their own efforts? It’s a reasonable question. But, a better-phrased question would be what is the motivation and logic underlying self-sabotage. There is little doubt that it occurs. What is often not recognized is that it serves a purpose. There is a ...
Views: 8209(1 vote) - Attracting The Search Engines - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Jo MarkIt is widely thought that the major search engines change their search algorithms often. They do this because they know that people are always looking for ways to beat the system. By making frequent changes, they try to stay ahead of the game. If they never changed the way they index sites, ...
Views: 740 - 10 Common Signs Of Spiritual Awakening Ascension Symptoms - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Lola FayemiWe are living in a time where it is becoming increasingly normal for people to embrace their spiritual sides. Even people that would not use the label of spirituality are open to concepts such as finding their life’s purpose and trusting of their own intuition. Although we live in a world ...
Views: 20215(1 vote) - The Mid-Life Crisis... No Such Thing! - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Rena ReeseThe mid-life crisis is a term we are all familiar with. Either we ourselves have claimed to have gone through one or perhaps a loved one has traveled the road to crisis. We carry on through our days and one day we realize that there is something we need present in our daily lives. We accept ...
Views: 2858 - The Phantom Santa - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Judy WrightIf I were to pick one period of our lives that could stand as a symbol of love, sharing, friendship and in fact, the very personification of the teaching and life of that little babe born in Bethlehem so long ago, it would have to be the Christmas of 1979. It had been a year filled with ...
Views: 1679(2 votes) - ***Meditation Is A Quiet Revolution - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Jeanie MarshallFor over 30 years, I have been meditating. For almost as many years, in workshops, consultations, friendly conversations, and writing, I have been encouraging, teaching, or leading people to meditate and create quiet times. During this time, the world has changed considerably, and so have I. My ...
Views: 1393(1 vote) - The connection With Obesity And MSG - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Kathryn MorrowIn all media outlets such as the newspaper, on TV news, and the internet we are seeing headlines such as these that follows: Childhood obesity is on the rise, adult obesity is a serious epidemic, try this pill or this fad diet, and get more exercise. What is going on in our society? Well could ...
Views: 1694 - Cultivating Positive Thoughts - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Judy WrightHow and why do we believe what we believe? How do we arrive at our underlying set of beliefs, attitudes, assumptions and prejudices? Who planted the information in our minds? Was the information nurturing or toxic? What did we hear, see or experience that established our life’s action ...
Views: 1613(2 votes) - How To Identify Self-Limiting Beliefs - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Lola FayemiDo you find yourself making the same mistake in various guises and repeating negative thought and behaviour patterns no matter how hard you try? Do you blame others about situations in your life and not take full responsibility? If you answered yes to both questions, there's probably a ...
Views: 2386 - How To Open Your Heart - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Hollis Polk“It is only with the heart that one can see rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye.” Antoine de Saint-Exupery In response to my article on “What stops you from ...
Views: 2152 - Your Spiritual Mirror - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Lucille Ann meltzYOUR SPIRITUAL MIRROR. What happens when you look at your reflection? Do you see all beauty and perfection of your physical being or do you find fault with aspects of your face or body? If you look deeply into your own eyes, is there a sense of peace or inklings of turmoil? If you focus on one ...
Views: 12522 - How To Change Your Mood Fast - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Hollis PolkHave you ever been unfocused before an exam, when you really needed to concentrate instead? Or have you ever been really nervous before giving a lecture, when instead you needed to be confident? Or perhaps you’ve been down in the dumps when you needed to be ‘on’ and positive ...
Views: 8004 - Raising A Resilient, Bounce Back Kid - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Judy WrightHow does your child handle disappointment? What happens if they don’t win the game, election or friend? Do they want to quit the team when they’re not picked to play? Have a Plan B Resilience helps people deal with disappointments, stress, even trauma. Resilient people see an obstacle as a ...
Views: 1031(3 votes) - Enduring Narcissism, Addictions, And Abuse In Silence To Avoid Appearing Ungrateful - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Diane England,Some women endure their husbands’ narcissism, addictions, and abuse silently because they believe they have no right to complain. They realize they are living lives that so many other women only dream about. Really, do they dare express any dissatisfaction and thus come across as ...
Views: 9811 - Adoption, 21st Century Style: The Art Of Finding And Bringing Home The Child Who’s Right For You - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Mardie CaldwellAdoption has changed. The process that once seemed cold, secretive, and formal has been transformed. Sure, adoptive parents must still deal with waiting lists, reams of legal paperwork, visits from social workers. But the heartening truth is the entire process has become faster, less costly, ...
Views: 986 - How Do You Get The Best Weight Loss Supplements? - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Terje EllingsenIf you want to lose weight then right off the bat you should know that you are going to have to have a lot of patience and determination. If you are not motivated and willing to do what it takes to lose the weight and keep it off then there is really going to be no point and you should wait ...
Views: 1019 - ***Celebrating A Job Well Done - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Jacquie HaleLast week I finished a big project. I am the Official Guide for Women's Issues for www.selfgrowth.com, and that distinction required me to create a new website, complete some half-finished products, and select one of my articles for wide distribution. Last week, I finished all that. You can see ...
Views: 1417 - ***When To Stop - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Jacquie HaleBack when I was a kid, we lived on a lake where we often wrestled on a big inner tube. We'd try to stand on it, with little success or we'd play King of the Mountain. Such activities mean falling into the water--a lot. It was fun. We were kids. We had unlimited energy. Some fifty years later, ...
Views: 1271 - ***Natural Genius - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Jacquie HaleDid you know you are a genius? You are, naturally. Each of us has a specialized talent for something. This reminds me of a conversation I had with a woman who was lamenting that there was nothing special about her. This 30-year-old woman told me she asked her mother if she had any special ...
Views: 1076 - ***Happiness Improves Your Health - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Jacquie HaleIsn't that fun? Be happy, have better health. I got this idea straight from Dr. Christiane Northrup, MD, who is my favorite authority on women's health. She appeared on Oprah a few weeks ago and talked about how emotional issues affect health. She spoke eloquently on the topic of women needing ...
Views: 974 - Translating Concepts Into Actions For Insurance Sales Success - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Cheryl ClausenWhen you begin to learn how to sell you’re learning at a conceptual level. Everything you read and hear sounds pretty good. After all it has worked for other people it should work for you, right? Well, yes and no. Yes, it has worked for other people. But you aren’t other ...
Views: 680 - Psychoanalytic Marriage Counseling - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Jay SlupeskyPsychoanalytic theory, invented by Sigmund Freud and later expanded upon by Jung, Erikson, and others, places a heavy emphasis on the workings of the unconscious mind. Unhealthy individuals are not aware of their own unconscious processes, and as a result may suffer from irrational ...
Views: 6030 - Want To Create More Happiness? Start Saying 'Thank You' - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Becky Waters“If the only prayer you ever said was ‘Thank You,’ that would be enough.” (Meister Eckhart, Catholic mystic) Thank you - two of the most powerful words in our language. But sometimes they can be so hard to say and actually mean. Why is that? As a child, my mother made me write thank you notes ...
Views: 605 - Benefits Of Aromatherapy And Essential Oils - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from John and Helen WilliamsonAromatherapy or the use of scents has been in use since the time of the ancients. Many cultures have found benefit in using the therapeutic essential oils of their native plants for many different reasons. Such reasons for using aromatherapy essential oils may include, general good health, an ...
Views: 1630 - Energy: The Current of the Universe - What We Think is What We Create - by An excerpt from The Art of Conscious Creation, How You Can Transform the World
by Jackie Lapin, Founder of United World Healing
Imagine an Earth in the throes of peace! People of every culture and race respect each other, help each other, and work together for the good of humans, animals, and ...
Views: 1032 - These Key Problems Destroy People's Lives... So Watch Out! - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Adolf AgbormbaiProblems can kill you! In fact, problems are what life itself is about; and to live is to solve problems. Problems affect everyone; therefore, regardless of your other interests in life you will be interested in understanding your problems and how to solve them. Your ability to solve problems ...
Views: 2295 - The Great British Shopping Experience - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Michael Van KetsNapoleon famously remarked that Britain was a nation of shopkeepers and it's still true today. But bear in mind that taxes are high with VAT a whopping 17.5%. Fortunately discount outlets and other types of bargain shopping abound. Other than purchases from bargain outlets, your best buys ...
Views: 994(2 votes) - How To Stay Motivated In The Face Of Setbacks - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Peter MurphyIt is hard to stay motivated with your work when you are faced with several setbacks. How can you get back up from a hard fall? If you are aspiring to become a doctor, how do you continue studying after failing the medical bar twice? If you want to become a pilot, how can you make it happen if ...
Views: 737 - Bad Habits That Can Give You Wrinkles - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinYou stay out of the sun, use a hat or umbrella when you go out, don’t smoke, and face the world with a smile. For some reason, though, that hasn’t prevented you from getting wrinkles. Sure, aging is inevitable but that shouldn’t make you look like a prune. Perhaps ...
Views: 2270 - Sleep Aids - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Philip TsangMore than 40% of people who suffer from insomnia take sleep aids to help themselves to sleep. People who suffer from sleep disorders often turn first to them whether they are prescribed or bought over-the-counter. Little known to insomnia sufferers, sleep medication does not cure insomnia and ...
Views: 1210 - Home Insurance – Getting The Basics Right - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Martin ConnollyHome Insurance – Getting The Basics Right Home insurance is a product almost everybody buys based on price. The cheapest policy is the best for me, right? Sometimes yes, but more often than not, no. It’s all about getting the cover you need for the right price – Value For Money. This means ...
Views: 1080 - How To Hire Good People - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Jeremy GislasonKnowing What You Want. How To Hire The Right People. The first step in hiring the right person is to define what you are looking for and what responsibilities and tasks will be handled by the person in this position. This means, to begin, you will need to compile a list of the job’s ...
Views: 633 - Is This Four Letter Word Hurting Your Business? - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Stephanie WardWhat’s stopping you from doing the things you know you want to do in your business? Not enough time and a lack of focus can be obstacles to taking action. But take a closer look and see if these are the real issues. Is it possible that you really do know what you need to do but that fear is ...
Views: 1008 - After The Affair: Learning How To Trust Your Partner Again - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2009 from Jennine EstesRebuilding trust requires the involvement of both participants in the relationship. Initially, the person who shattered the trust will need to work hard to build the trust back. Showing remorse, being consistent, and understanding their partner's pain are all very important in building ...
Views: 9750(1 vote) - Frumpy To Fabulous in 12 Easy Steps - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Tammy GibsonBeauty is difficult to define because it is so subjective. Each woman is created so uniquely that we should not try to conform to society’s ideal of what beauty is. All women have the opportunity to look and feel good about their appearance regardless of her dress size, hair texture or ...
Views: 6005 - Need A Website? Creating A Website Using Web Design Templates - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Diane SmalleyA website, regardless of price or effort, can be critical to the success of an individual or a company. If you have some understanding of the basics or are prepared to learn a little, then Web design templates offer an economical solution by providing a design with a professional appearance ...
Views: 847 - Exercising The Buddy System - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Melissa AllenHow many of you reading this finds it difficult to adhere to a fitness regime? If you’re like most Americans, you probably find it at least challenging, some may even go so far as to say impossible. From my experience, I find that you must adhere to a program for at least six months before it ...
Views: 1129 - Goals Must Be Clearer Than Water - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Jorge Fernandez de CordovaSetting a goal is a process where you have to be clearer than water. "Make more money" or "Being happier" are not clear desires. Be clear on the amount of money you want, the type of business you want, how you will serve your clients, the specific actions that make you happy and so on. See ...
Views: 628 - What Types Of Diet Are Best Cholesterol Lowering Diets - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Dr John AnneCholesterol refers waxy and fatty like substance that is formed in the body. Our liver is primarily responsible for developing cholesterol in our body system. It is an important substance that supports various vital functions in our body such as maintaining healthy cellular walls, building ...
Views: 836 - Useful Tips For Dealing With Stress Successfully - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Dr John AnneStress is an irksome part of our existence. Everyone faces stress, almost every day. Stress prevails everywhere. If you are at your home, you may experience stress for not being able to decide the simple menu for the breakfast. Workplace is a stressful place, almost every time you need to ...
Views: 1058 - The Sexually Addicted Couple - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Joe KortWhen a couple enters therapy and one partner exhibits sexually addictive behaviors, the non-addicted partner (co-addict) often asks me to “Fix my partner!” Both believe that their only problem is how his/her sexual acting out (SAO) impairs their relationship. With all couples, however, I ...
Views: 1888 - Homosexuality And Pedophilia: The False link - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Joe KortQ: I've heard therapists say that a male adult who sexually abuses a boy isn't necessarily ‘homosexual.' This seems confusing: If he isn't homosexual, then why would he sexually molest boys, instead of girls? A: This is a very good question, and there are several ways to respond to it. First, ...
Views: 4230(1 vote) - The Importance Of “Family Time” - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Aurelia WilliamsAs a parent, you are familiar with the concept of “family time,” but have you ever sat down and thought about why it is important and the benefits it brings to both you and your children’s lives? Many of today’s families are very busy. Most households need two incomes to survive. Some parents ...
Views: 5155 - Coping With Your Teenager’s Mood Swings - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Aurelia WilliamsIf you are the parent of a teenager, you are familiar with mood swings. One minute, your teen is happy and loving, the next they are sullen or angry. These mood swings can happen fast and can seem to come out of nowhere. You may find yourself wondering what you did or said to cause this shift ...
Views: 1664 - How To Live Stress-Free By Saying “No” - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Aurelia WilliamsWe all know the adage, “A mother’s work is never done.” In fact, this could become a modern-day mother’s theme song since we all have overbooked schedules and everybody wants something done yesterday. We teach our children from a young age that it is impolite to say the word, “No,” which was a ...
Views: 1111 - First Be Happy Then Make Love! - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Alicia BayerFirst Be Happy then Make Love! How often are we depending on and expecting our romantic relationship to make us happy? Or anticipating that when we get into "that great relationship" we will be happy? Of course, romance, relationships and sex can bring tremendous pleasure and joy, but do they ...
Views: 1860 - Staying Happy In A Crazy World - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Chelsea Rostill - HuntleyIt has been another year set on a world stage of great highs and heartbreaking lows. The question that often came into my mind was ‘how do you stay happy & loving life while living in this world where news of madness & mayhem seem to be a constant?’ Well I hate to say it, but the answers didn’t ...
Views: 3235 - Financial Freedom - How To Always Stay Ahead Of The Game - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Eduardo RodriguezDo you often dream of what life could be like if you were financially free? Do you want to some day own a luxury vehicle? A new home? A boat? Land? Would you like to quit your day job and earn more in one week than you ever could in one month of work? If you answered yes to one or more of these ...
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