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- 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: 1112 - 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 ...
Views: 1447 - Becoming An Everyday Buddha - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Roshani Shay"To be honorable in thoughts, sincere in words, good in deeds is to have the heart of a Buddha."* There are several qualities of Buddha that many people, even those who are not Buddhist or who are quite secular, admire and aspire to emulate. As we approach the holidays, it may be a good time ...
Views: 1665 - Challenges, Part Of Life's fulfillment! - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Sahvanna ArientaWill I find fulfillment in my life? Will I ever be fulfilled? Should fulfillment be our ultimate goal? I say no! If you were totally fulfilled, then there would be no more challenges. The challenges are part of life's fulfillment! Consider your earthly life a classroom. With each year of ...
Views: 2216 - Ever New Joy: Rainbow Brain Activation- Reclaim Your Crown! - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Rama Iyer~~~~~ Ever New Joy ~~~~~ Website: www.evernewjoy.net Email: rama@evernewjoy.net Services: * Spiritual Counseling Sessions by phone or skype * Teleconferences * Remote Sessions ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~Ever New Joy~~: Rainbow Brain Activation: Reclaim Your Crown! Dear Great ...
Views: 3449 - The Number One Weight Loss Mistake - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2009 from Melissa McCreeryThe number one weight loss mistake that dieters and emotional overeaters make has nothing to do with food--but it flavors everything. The number one mistake people make when they are trying to gain control of emotional overeating is that they get mad at themselves and beat themselves up ...
Views: 1231 - Conquer Clutter In Your Beautiful Holiday Home - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Colleen LangenfeldThe holiday season can bring some special organizational challenges to the average home. Here are some simple tips to help you conquer clutter during the fast-approaching holidays. -- Don't overdo. Just as it's easier to enjoy the holidays when you don't over pack your schedule with too many ...
Views: 1101 - ***Reasonableness Is Your Best Revenge - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Meryl RunionTo escalate or not to escalate? You have more options than you think. Communication catch When someone throws a ball at you, what do you do? Chances are you catch it. And if you toss it back, chances are you toss it back in the same way they threw it to you. If they toss the ball gently, you ...
Views: 1769 - Teen’s First Job - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Gary DirenfeldTeen’s First Job A teen’s first job is a right of passage. It provides the teen the ability to earn money independently and teaches them new meanings for responsibility. The first job also enlightens the teen to the responsibilities of the parents and for many, makes them appreciative not only ...
Views: 1325 - Separating? - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Gary DirenfeldSeparating? Once the decision to separate is made, there are a number of other issues to settle. If the decision has been made in isolation, there is the matter of informing one’s spouse. Thereafter comes telling the kids. From there, attention is directed towards determining the ongoing care ...
Views: 1213 - The Long Arm Of Domestic Violence - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Gary DirenfeldThe Long Arm Of Domestic Violence Public attention to domestic violence tends to focus on the immediacy of the problem. In other words when the average persons thinks about domestic violence, thoughts go to the fright of the victim in the situation and physical harm caused. Media attention ...
Views: 905 - Someone Really Really Difficult To Get Along With? - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Gary DirenfeldSomeone really really difficult to get along with? Most people get along with others. There might be the odd bit of friction between a person or two, but for the most part, most people get along. There is a sub-group of people however, that don’t seem to get along with almost anyone. These ...
Views: 1026 - Psychological Abuse - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Gary DirenfeldPsychological Abuse Psychological abuse leaves the victim blaming herself and questioning her own perceptions over the behaviour of the abusive partner and it can start very insidiously. Psychological abuse occurs when one’s feelings, thoughts, preferences, desires, needs, appearance or ...
Views: 1020 - How To Get More Clients Through Networking - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Hannah MartineNetworking is one of the most effective techniques for small companies or sole practitioners to attract new clients. What is networking? It’s an inexpensive and personalized form of advertising. Inexpensive, because all you have to do is talk to people. Personalized, because you can adjust ...
Views: 973 - A Pure Heart - What Is It Really? - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Unity LoveA Pure Heart - What is it really? For many years I thought a pure heart was a person who felt no negatives, no hurt for another, no ill feelings, no selfishness, no impure thoughts. I thought it was an individual who only held the highest love, felt the highest and grandest feelings within ...
Views: 12251 - Children And Alcoholism; A Tragic Combination - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Terje EllingsenChildren and alcoholism, that's impossible! As a matter of fact it isn't. One of the hardest things for a parent to have to face is the fact that a son or daughter may have a problem with drugs or alcohol. Even if their "children" are now adults, it is still challenging to confront the problem, ...
Views: 949 - ***How To Give A Powerful And Productive Performance Review - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Meryl RunionDo you need to write an employee review? Its one of the most dreaded and important valuable resources in a manager’s toolbox, yet many managers don’t know how to give a performance review of an employee. Here are 10 dos and don'ts to help you create a positive and productive ...
Views: 3022(2 votes) - ***Sacred Sex - A Path Of Union, Celebration & Wholeness - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Al Link and Pala CopelandSacred Sex – A Path of Union, Celebration & Wholeness By Al Link and Pala Copeland - 4 Freedoms Relationship Tantra For many Canadians the term “sacred sex” is somewhat of an oxymoron, a contradiction in terms. Suggesting that you can find your way to God through sexual ...
Views: 3656(2 votes) - 10 Tips To Tackle Holiday Stress And Sleep Well - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Glenda SparlingIt seems like even those of you who generally sleep well most nights can often experience occasional, transient insomnia during the holiday season. As we move into Thanksgiving and Christmas, there is all the stress, strain and tension surrounding getting it all done. Gifts to buy, extra food ...
Views: 2138 - If I Am Wise ... - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Unity LoveIf I Am Wise ... As I speak words to help another, if I am wise, I will listen very closely to what I have to say.. for I am saying what I, myself, need to hear. As I tell another what to do, if I am wise, I will listen very closely to the action I tell them to take ... for it is the action ...
Views: 1018 - The Power Of Prayer - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from John Van OoyenThe biggest support for the power of prayer is coming from medical research! Science is proving the effectiveness of prayer, beyond what anyone expected. Not only are researchers finding that prayer affects humans, it affects bacteria, seeds, plants, and mice! Since these would all seem to be ...
Views: 1243 - Simplicity And Power Of Meditation - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Pat BrillAre you one of the people who say, “I just can’t meditate?” Does your mind wander or do you feel restless while trying to meditate? Before you decide you just can’t meditate, review some of the ideas below. Thoughts and restlessness are a normal part of learning how to meditate. Even ...
Views: 1071 - ***How To Overcome A Lack Of Motivation - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Annette ColbyIt happens to all of us at some stage - you want to achieve change in your life, but just cannot motivate yourself to do it. You really want to reach success, lose weight, or eat differently, but just do not have the push or willingness to take action. Every time you think about getting started ...
Views: 6391 - ***Eating For Energy - It's Not Just What You Eat But How You Eat! - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Annette ColbyBrain fog. Fatigue. Exhaustion. We all have those no energy days when we just want to stay in bed all day. It is common to grow weary now and then. However, do you find that you are tired all of the time? Does your lack of energy have you feeling that you just cannot be bothered to do the things ...
Views: 958 - ***7 Proven Steps To Overcome Procrastination and Strike While The Iron Is Hot! - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Annette Colby"I know what I need to do, but I am unable to get started." We know what to do, but we don't put knowledge into action. While momentum is a powerful force, inertia can be even more powerful.The result is the frustration of procrastination and remaining stuck in your current reality even though ...
Views: 1290 - Reiki And Forgiveness - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2011 from Shar JoyWhat does it mean to forgive? What’s the purpose? Why should we forgive? Since practicing Reiki for the last 11 years, I have seen many people forgive themselves and others. Reiki can assist in clearing the energies of anger and resentment, and help people to forgive in a gentle and loving ...
Views: 3259(1 vote) - Online Social Networking Web Sites Give You Free Access To The Best Prospects - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Max SteingartGary turned to the Internet out of desperation to save his networking business and it paid off. His business had only two customers and was going nowhere. Twelve weeks after going online, he had nineteen hundred customers on auto-ship using his company's products and was on his way to becoming ...
Views: 1207 - Changing The Patterns In Your Life - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2011 from Shar JoyHave you ever noticed that you are repeating the same patterns over and over? Maybe it’s happening in the area of relationships, work, money, or any other part of your life. How do patterns begin and how can we change them so that we can create what we truly want in our lives? The first ...
Views: 1585 - The Spiritual Art Of Thanksgiving - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Lucille Ann meltzTHE SPIRITUAL ART OF THANKSGIVING Beneath the November traditions of family gatherings, bountiful meals and holiday preparations lies the potential for the emergence of a deep and life changing spiritual truth: The Law of Gratitude: Everything you are grateful for increases. Everything you ...
Views: 867 - ***How To Cope With A Life Transition - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Annette ColbyDuring the course of our lives we experience many transitions. Some of these beginnings and endings are sudden and unexpected, such as an accident, divorce, illness, death, or the loss of a job. Other transitions are a self-imposed process of transformation such as weight loss, marriage, birth ...
Views: 1235 - ***Don't Let Fear Steal Your Dream - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Annette ColbyDon’t let fear rob you from the opportunity of success. If you are like most people, you have a goal or a dream that is meaningful and that you want to achieve. That goal may be related to personal growth issues such as weight loss, gaining self-esteem, finding inner peace, increasing your ...
Views: 2083 - ***Big Goals - One Important Secret To Making Them Happen - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Annette Colby"You will either step forward into Growth, or you will step back into Safety." ~ Abraham Maslow ~ As the year quickly moves forward, this could turn out to be just another day, week and month that passes by, or it could be the beginning of something new. Take a look at your life. Overall, how ...
Views: 917 - ***6 No Fail Solutions To Get More Energized From Your Food - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Annette ColbyDo you sail through the day at optimal performance with energy to spare? Alternatively, do you struggle with feeling tired, stressed, irritable, and burdened by extra pounds? Just a few changes in how you eat could make a dramatic difference in your energy levels. Add these innovative ...
Views: 1370 - ***Appreciate Your Efforts And Raise Your Self-Confidence Sky High! - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Annette ColbyWould you like to be confident in the things you do? Most people would. The problem is that many people aren't sure how. They think confidence is some mystical trait that some people are born with and others aren't. Actually, being confident in yourself and your ability to achieve your goals is ...
Views: 1248 - ***Relapse Prevention Strategies For Dieters, Bulimics, And Overeaters - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Annette ColbyMoving beyond perpetual dieting, emotional or stress eating, bulimia, or any other form of using food to cope with life involves so more than just ending overeating. Long-term success requires learning new ways of thinking, acting, and behaving. Among the list of essential new skills are ...
Views: 1179 - ***Sensory Eating - Lose Weight And Create A Healthy Relationship With Food - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Annette ColbyKeeping weight off permanently involves more than just plugging yourself into the latest diet or weight-loss trend. Successful and lasting change requires creating a new relationship with food itself. As you know, there are no good foods or bad foods. There are however, certain behaviors and ...
Views: 835 - ***Overcoming Secretive Eating - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Annette ColbyFinally - you are alone. No one else is around. You waited an eternity until you could indulge in a secret candy bar on the drive home from work. Or, maybe you stayed up late waiting until finally everyone else fell deep asleep. Now you can head into the kitchen and give yourself guilty ...
Views: 2928 - ***One Cool Tool To Raise Self-Acceptance and Positive Motivation - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Annette ColbyLook into the nearest mirror. Are you frustrated . . . unhappy in your life and dissatisfied in your body? Are you unable to achieve long-term weight loss, end emotional or stress eating, build confidence, or overcome depression? How do you talk the person looking back at you? The person ...
Views: 902 - ***Self-Love Is The First Step To Lasting Change - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Annette ColbyDo you love yourself? Or, would it be closer to the truth to say that you are your own worst enemy? Self-love means to regard yourself with respect, to recognize and value yourself, and to appreciate your life. Self-love is the process of breaking free of the need to gain others approval and ...
Views: 1043 - ***Increase Your Motivation By Avoiding The Should Trap - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Annette ColbyI should be eating healthy. I should not eat that. I should have lost more weight by now. I should start exercising. Have you fallen into the habit of trying to motivate your weight loss efforts with "should" statements? You might not see anything out of place with these statements. However, you ...
Views: 871 - ***Symptoms Of Hope And Empowerment For Overeating, Depression, Or Despair - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Annette ColbyThe potential causes of overeating, emotional eating, stress, or depression are numerous. Using food to deal with difficult life situations and complex emotions, or feeling despair and hopelessness about your life can be linked to your own personality, problem-solving abilities, and capacity to ...
Views: 1699 - Attitudes And Choices - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Chidi Asika-EnahoroATTITUDES AND CHOICES It is important to explore different pragmatic approaches to life's problems. We all know there is no one right way to life issues. We actually do ourselves and the world we live in a disservice when we are closed minded or one track minded. There are as many ways to ...
Views: 2141 - Pondering The Big Questions - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Steve GillmanDo you ever ponder the big questions, like "What is consciousness?" or "Why do we feel motivated to do good?" Doing so really takes no more brainpower than balancing your checkbook, and although you are more likely to be satisfied and certain with the result of the checkbook balancing, thinking ...
Views: 921 - The Nature Of Being On New Spirituality - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from George LockettWhat is the nature of New Spirituality? – Is it simply the difference between "doing" – as in the work we do, and "being" – as in our current state of consciousness? Or could there be a deeper meaning to "being", which also takes in our "sponsoring belief" systems? When we talk about our ...
Views: 1183 - Take Better Holiday Photos - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Kristin MartoriTake better Holiday photos using some easy photography tips and an HP digital camera. 1) Using the sun to light your photos Thinking of enjoying the beautiful outdoors during the holidays? Keep this tip in mind, as the winter sun can be blindingly bright! Natural sunlight provides some of the ...
Views: 1156 - Panic Attack And First Aid - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Giri AnanthaIf you get a panic attack and first aid is offered, and you're experienced and have had many attacks, you will realize that you don't really need first aid treatment. Your initial panic attack can be incredibly scary and confusing. You don't know if it's your heart, your brain, your ears, your ...
Views: 1772 - Public Speaking: Treat Your Audience With Respect - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Lisa BraithwaiteImagine yourself as an audience member. You've paid big money to learn the secrets of your favorite guru. You've read the guru's books, subscribed to his newsletter, and you read his blog daily. Now you have the opportunity to learn from him in person at his highly-publicized weekend ...
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