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- Spring Cleaning the Way Nature Intended - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2007 from Therese PattersonSpring Cleaning the Way Nature Intended Non-Toxic Cleaners Are Better For Your Family Due in part to the harsh chemicals used to create many of today's common household cleaning products, the EPA has determined that indoor air quality can be significantly more polluted than outdoor air quality. ...
Views: 963 - Stop Counting Your Failures - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2007 from Kidest MengistuEach day is a new day to make a commitment to your goals. Whatever change you’re looking to make, whatever behavior you’re looking to modify, is a choice you make daily. You cannot make future commitments any more than you can alter past moments. The past is now just a memory and the ...
Views: 758 - Leave It Alone - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2007 from Steve ErreyFirst thing in the morning a couple of days ago, I took my laptop (still very new and shiny) in Starbucks to do a little writing. I sat down with my big mug o’ steaming Jo and just as I was taking my first sip a member of staff came up to me, leaned in and said, ‘I just wanted to say sorry. What ...
Views: 988 - Diagnosing Personality Disorders - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2007 from Sam VakninPersonality traits are enduring, usually rigid patterns of behavior, thinking (cognition), and emoting expressed in a variety of circumstances and situations and throughout one's life (typically from early adolescence onward). Some personality traits are harmful to both oneself and to others. ...
Views: 985 - How to Deal With the Stress of Being Too Busy - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2007 from Shafir AhmadIf you are like most people, you find yourself in a mad dash from the time you wake up until the time you go to bed. People these days are busier than ever before and this adds a lot of stress. But there are ways to reduce the stress of being busy by managing your day and life a little better. ...
Views: 4910 - Ambushed! - by Have you ever woke up with a dreadful and eerie feeling that all your hard work, all your goals, dreams and aspirations that you have focused on will not come to fruition? And that anything you are doing in that direction will be and is an utter failure, including yourself?
WOW! What a way to ...
Views: 1113 - Fulfilling God's Purpose - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2007 from Mark BakerWe all have a purpose and a destiny upon our lives whether we know it or not. Truly our purpose is to fulfill the will of God upon our lives, but in order to do that we have to know what the will of God is and then begin to walk in it. Generally we all have a purpose to fulfill here on the ...
Views: 3449 - Three Hot Tips to 'Think and Grow Rich' - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2007 from Tim RyanIf you've ever come across a book by Napoleon Hill called 'Think and Grow Rich' you will undoubtedly be aware of the fact that you can deliberately create wealth in your life by manipulating the thoughts in your mind. In fact this remarkable book claims to have launched a million millionaires ...
Views: 625 - Six Reasons Why Chinese Green Tea Is The Best - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2007 from Julian TaiIn Chinese green tea, knowledgeable buyers can find the finest in the world. Here is why: Vast Geography China is the third largest country in the world, with land area comparable to that of the United States of America. Green tea is grown in the Southern China, where the subtropical climate ...
Views: 1184 - What is Personality? - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2007 from Sam VakninIn their opus magnum "Personality Disorders in Modern Life", Theodore Millon and Roger Davis define personality as: "(A) complex pattern of deeply embedded psychological characteristics that are expressed automatically in almost every area of psychological functioning." (p. 2) The Diagnostic ...
Views: 836 - How to Manage the Change of Seasons in Recovery - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2007 from Maureen StaianoHere we are moving through the seasons again. For most folks it is no big deal, they may feel a little lethargic as clocks change forward and back but other than that it has not much of an impact. In addiction the change of seasons can be an especially vulnerable time. Change of seasons is ...
Views: 2336 - The Politics of Dating - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2007 from Rita Bigel-CasherThe Politics Of Dating "Those marriages generally abound most with love and constancy that are preceded by a long courtship." Joseph Addison Whether you are single, widowed, divorced or about to be, pursuing love can be more fruitful when you are open to the many exciting opportunities it ...
Views: 2190 - Acid Reflux Help- Tips for Sufferers of Stomach Acid Reflux - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2007 from Brenda CyrOver sixty million Americans suffer from the symptoms of stomach acid reflux and heartburn. In addition to a burning sensation and pain in the stomach and behind the breastbone, it is often accompanied by bloating, gas, nausea, and sometimes shortness of breath. It occurs when the hydrochloric ...
Views: 10839 - 100 Year Project - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2007 from John MehrmannImagine what you could accomplish if you were given 100 years to complete any project of your choosing. How would you approach your project management and your time management? What would your timeline look like? How many years would you devote to study, observe, listen and learn? You would ...
Views: 820 - Herbs - A Rich Source Of Healthy Antioxidants - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2007 from Eric PrzezdzieckiFor thousands of years, civilizations in every corner of the world have been using herbs to heal, to energize, to prolong life, and improve their overall good health and well being. Today as we analyze herbs active components and examine them with the objective experiments that define modern ...
Views: 659 - Definition - Law of Attraction - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2007 from George ClasonMany people are actively discussing the law of attraction. This article is designed to give you a short synopsis and background for the law of attraction. ACCORDING TO WIKIPEDIA The law of attraction is a controversial theory commonly associated with New Age and New Thought theories. It posits ...
Views: 8090(2 votes) - Your own list: to build, or not to build? - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2007 from Pablo MolinaTo build, or not to build. That is the question. With a number of Websites that outcomes the number of people leaving on our planet, and only 1/6 of them connected to the internet, you can be sure that you will need more than just publish your Website to make in be seen by the audience. You can ...
Views: 538 - Life is . . . - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2007 from Carla SchwilleLife is 10% what you make it and 90% how you take it. It's not officially Spring but it sure does feel like it. Here in Houston, we have been enjoying some absolutely awesome weather conditions. All the trees are beginning to bud, the lawns are greening up, spring is definitely in the air. ...
Views: 807 - The importance of dealing with your beliefs - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2007 from Hitesh VermaThe importance of dealing with your beliefs. Now, if you are like most people who understand the powerful Law of Attraction that was all talked about recently on Television with respect to the movie - The Secret, know that it is entirely up to us to create the future in the way we want. In ...
Views: 983(2 votes) - LOWERING CHEMICAL, HEAVY METAL TOXICITY, VIRAL AND BACTERIAL LOADS IN BODY IS SAFE, EASY AND THOROUGH WITH LIQUID ZEOLITES - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2007 from Victoria SmithIn 2005, the Center for Disease Controls (CDC) reported that there are 148 chemicals found in the blood and / or urine of Americans. The Environmental Working Group reported finding 167 industrial compounds in volunteers, averaging 91 per person. Of these 167 compounds: • 76 are known to ...
Views: 1046 - How To Reduce Seminar No Shows - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2007 from Jenny HambyTired of Seminar Attendees Registering For Your Event … and Then Not Showing Up? Here’s Why They Skip Your Seminar … and 4 Ways to Get Them to Your Event By Jenny Hamby, the Seminar Marketing Pro™ Certified Guerrilla Marketer and Direct-Response Copywriter You’ve gathered your registrations, ...
Views: 932 - 10 First Date Spoilers and What You Can Do To Avoid Messing Up A Great First Date - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2007 from Yangki Christine AkitengIt’s ironic that sometimes we go out on a date and meet someone we are strongly attracted to but within minutes of the initial meeting things get so bad that the date ends in total disaster. The sad truth is that it's easy to walk away and dismiss good men and women just because of very minor ...
Views: 889 - Aromatherapy In Few Words - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2007 from George KeyAromatherapy is the complimentary and alternative medicine with the use of essential oils and other scented compounds from plants. It is a method which roots lie in ancient times and along with phytotherapy have the most natural healing attributes. Essential oils are the volatile part of leaves, ...
Views: 1074 - Animal spirit guides. The Owl - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2007 from jan robsonTo our past ancestors, the animal held great spiritual power and symbolic meaning. In Native American culture, mythology and ancient civilizations, each animal is embodied with its own symbolic meaning and held its own unique spiritual power. A particular animal crossing your path had deep ...
Views: 1949 - No Limit Thinking Breeds Success - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2007 from Demond JacksonThere are two questions truly successful people ask themselves regularly. The first is, “What would I do if I had no limits?” The second is, “What can I do to destroy those limits?” Ask yourself those questions. Take time to really think about it. If you had ...
Views: 1248 - Fear of Failure or Fear of Success? - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2007 from Doran RoggioMost of us have experienced the fear of failure to some degree. Equally disturbing is the Fear of Success. Sometimes what we are attribute to the Fear of Failure should be properly termed Fear of Success. Is the Fear of Success real? Might you be experiencing this fear? Ask yourself, is there ...
Views: 807 - Stopping Smoking: Guided Imagery or Hypnosis? - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2007 from Julie JohnsonGiven the option, would you choose a mental mini-vacation to break a long tough habit, or you would you choose the type of hypnosis that shocks you into a trance? Both will give you the same results, but in this modern day world where stress is an everyday occurrence, it seems a mini-vacation ...
Views: 1077 - Get Your But Out of the Way - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2007 from Chris FruehI feel pretty safe in saying that at one time or another we have all had a dream. I am not talking about the dreams you have had while sleeping. I am talking about a strongly desired purpose or vision for yourself. You know the dream of owning your own business, running a marathon, getting ...
Views: 843 - The 6 T's of Grief Recovery - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2007 from Cheryline LawsonThere are 6 fundamentals of grief recovery, which are very important to the grieving process. Most people try to avoid them not knowing that they are delaying their healing and advancement to the future. Let us discuss them and evaluate your situation if you are grieving to see if you are or ...
Views: 1787 - Grief Recovery Ideas - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2007 from Cheryline LawsonRecovering from grief has no set order or method. It all depends on the individual person, what type of grief (how their loved one died), their social and cultural background and their emotional stability at the time of the death of their loved one. Here are twenty practical ideas of recovery ...
Views: 3302 - "Houston, we have a problem" or Dealing with set backs on the road to achieving your goals - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2007 from George ThompsonIf the movies have taught us anything it’s that there will be a time when the hero looks defeated and all is lost., (such as the case in real life ) especially when we are trying to achieve our life’s dream. It seems as though the universe plops a huge wall in front of you just as ...
Views: 892 - But Mom! I Hate School! - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Jan HaynerAll of you have had your children say this to you at one time or another, no matter what type of schooling they have had. What is the child REALLY trying to tell you? Do they hate school? Do they hate learning? Is it too hard for them? Is it boring? Watching your child ...
Views: 1332 - What Happens When 3 Extraordinary Teachers from "the Secret" Come Together to Teach the Science of Getting Rich - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2007 from Scott SandersThe Science of Getting Rich is a timeless classic written in 1910 by Wallace D. Wattles. It is a bold title for a book and suggests that getting rich is a predictable outcome if one can master the principles outlined in the book. Here is how Wallace D. Wattles puts it in his own words, "The ...
Views: 438 - 10 Tips to Help Overcome Procrastination - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Jan HaynerWe all have a little bit of a perfectionist attitude in us although we don't admit it. Sometimes we put off a job because we want it to meet high standards (Fear of failure) and don't have a plan (lack of a goals) to execute to get the job finished the right way. Sometimes we put off a ...
Views: 1471(1 vote) - Your Beliefs Determine Your Money and Your Wealth - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2007 from Dr Jane CundyYour Beliefs Determine Your Money and Your Wealth By Dr. Jane F. Cundy Our state of wealth is a direct correlation to how our parents and families related to money along with how we feel inside ourselves and what we believe is possible. We could actually draw a straight line from our beliefs ...
Views: 1533 - What Can You Trust When You Can't Trust Trust - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2009 from Ewa SchwarzWhat is trust? How have we learned to define it? Is it really a concept that works? Trust this, don't trust that, this person is trustworthy, that person is not. You could liken it to using the crosswalk to safely cross the street, trust being the supposedly safe crossing through a potentially ...
Views: 1562(3 votes) - Avoiding Foods That Cause Heartburn - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2007 from Brenda CyrOne of the best ways to avoid heartburn is to determine what foods act as a trigger, and avoid them. Although medications can offer quick relief, the effect is only temporary. The real solution is to make the necessary dietary and lifestyle changes that allow you to avoid the discomfort of ...
Views: 925 - The Mobile Councilor - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2007 from Ieuan DolbyI have no formal qualifications; I have a Master Degree in Clothing Design from some unremembered polytechnic down south. My mother and many others often told me that I have a way with people so I ended up being a councillor for troubled people rather than a clothier which I was trained to be. ...
Views: 864 - Passion: The Energy of Life - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2007 from G B SINGHPassion stands for the intensity of energy that the mind works with. Since very early childhood, moral values are kept impinging on the psyche by the culture. It does so by continually going on hammering them until they permanently get nailed inside the mind and make it what it morally stands ...
Views: 809 - Ka Huna Massage Therapy - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2007 from Andrew BarnesKa Huna massage therapy is also known as kahuna massage therapy, huna massage therapy, ka huna bodywork, Lomi Lomi, Lomi, Heartworks Lomi Lomi, Lomi Lomi Kuplel, Romi Romi, Hawaiian massage, Hawaiian bodywork, Hawaiian masage therapy, Hawaiian temple style, Polynesian massage therapy, temple of ...
Views: 1990 - Happiness: How to maximise pleasure and joy! - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2007 from Albert FoongYou're a diamond. I've always said that each person was a diamond hidden in the ground. Personal development is making the diamond as shiny as possible. Clearing off the mud is equivalent to getting rid of negative emotions, self-image, and core beliefs. Most previous articles I have written ...
Views: 799 - Powerful Negotiations - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2007 from John MehrmannWe negotiate every day. There are negotiations in sales, customer service, interviewing for a position, and relationships between vendors and suppliers. The most powerful tool in negotiations is not what we say, it is what we hear. Make a checklist of these five items and apply it to your next ...
Views: 1077 - Are You Marketing or Selling? - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2007 from John MehrmannOnce upon a time there was a deaf salesman named Aesop. He tried to sell his wares to the blind brothers Grimm, but no matter how much he elaborated on the features of his wares, the brothers Grimm could not see the benefits. The brothers tried to explain to Aesop that they could not see the ...
Views: 880 - Parenting and the Law of Attraction - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2007 from Barbara DesmaraisOur lives are a direct reflection of what we put our attention on. Do you constantly talk about how badly your kids are behaving and talk to them about their bad behavior? Do you talk about how much debt you have and dwell on it and dwell on it? Do you tell your partner that he/she ...
Views: 1033 - Diabetes Basics for Your Benefit - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2007 from aron walladYou have just found out you have diabetes. No reason to be alarmed. You need to make some lifestyle changes to reduce the possibility of developing a serious situation from your new found ailment. A serious situation could be a heart attack, kidney problems, high blood pressure, vision loss, or ...
Views: 686 - Four Natural Treatments for Diabetes - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2007 from aron walladThere is something to be said for a diabetes natural treatment. Why is a natural treatment so important? My concern is about how drugs interact with the body and other drugs in the body. And while taking some herb or natural remedy can have a negative interaction just like a medication, I have ...
Views: 3295 - What is the ALIMONY FORMULA in a DIVORCE? - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2007 from Barry RocheThe simple answer to this commonly asked question is, "There isn't any set formula". The amount of alimony (or "spouse maintenance as it is called in some countries) is determined by a range of factors rather than by any specific formula. Each case depends on its own merits and the legislation ...
Views: 2096 - Your Feelings? - by You know...there are so many thoughts and feelings in our lives that really need to be let go of....to be shed...to be released!
For many of them are a lie, or do not belong in our lives at all.
Many of the ways we learned to think and feel as children have a stronghold here and now in our ...
Views: 497 - The Road to Death Goes through Tolerance - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2007 from Bette DowdellTolerance. It’s a good thing, a socially desirable thing, isn’t it? What could possibly be wrong with tolerance? I’m so glad you asked. Here’s what’s wrong: The magnificently sold idea of tolerance is, in fact, destroying our highest and best values in life. ...
Views: 1114 - Anticipating grief - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2007 from Cheryline LawsonAnticipating grief is never an easy thing. The thought that our loved one is going to die is not a consoling fact. Anticipatory grief is period during which a patient or family member expects to die. Anticipatory grief is quite similar to the after effects of losing a loved one. The emotions are ...
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