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- Adrift - by In 1982 Steven Callahan was crossing the Atlantic alone in his sailboat when it struck something and sank. He was out of the shipping lanes and floating in a life raft, alone. His supplies were few. His chances were small. Yet when three fishermen found him seventy-six days later (the longest ...
Views: 1119 - ONE SACRED MOMENT IN TIME AND SPACE - Essay poem - by We have entered this human body for a short, scared moment on Planet Earth.
Each moment is precious At each moment we make choices on how to navigate our soul through time and space.
Our soul seeks to experience love in the human form, in physical reality.
Each choice determines our past, ...
Views: 2868 - Get Free Traffic by Writing Articles - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2007 from Amy BassWriting articles can be a great avenue to receive some free visitors for your website or blog. I have been using this method the past two weeks and plan to continue using it because it is a fantastic way to get traffic when you don’t have money to pay for other types of advertising. You ...
Views: 1685 - Deep Listening: Somatic Bodywork and the Transmutation of Awareness - by "The changing of bodies into light, and light into bodies, is very comfortable to the course of Nature, which seems delighted with transmutations." - Isaac Newton
The Setting
After a very long day on a business trip to Santa Fe, I felt slightly disconnected, ready for something to ...
Views: 2662 - Are You Living Your Soul's Purpose? - by Copyright 2002. Reality Crafting Holding Trust. All rights reserved.
“Are you living your soul’s purpose?” That’s the question I asked myself. The answer led me on a magical transformational journey from Detroit, MI to Kauai. It’s a powerful question. If you ask it of yourself, be ready to ...
Views: 782 - One Minute Fitness Coach: Had Enough? - by Have you had enough? Enough of being tired stressed and overweight? Have you had enough of squeezing into your clothes? Have you had enough of being embarrassed about your body? Have you had enough failure with your fitness?
Success in a fitness program is frequently achieved only when there ...
Views: 1055 - 'Think and Grow Rich' by Napoleon Hill (from Inspirational Books) - Part Three - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2007 from Craig LockArticle Title: 'Think and Grow Rich' by Napoleon Hill (from Inspirational Books) - Part Three Submitted by Craig Lock Web Sites: http://www2.webng.com/writernz/ and http://www.craiglockbooks.com Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles.html (Personal growth, self ...
Views: 3800 - 'Think and Grow Rich' by Napoleon Hill - Part Two (from Inspirational Books) - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2007 from Craig LockArticle Title: 'Think and Grow Rich' by Napoleon Hill - Part Two (from Inspirational Books) Submitted by Craig Lock Web Sites: http://www2.webng.com/writernz/ and http://www.craiglockbooks.com Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles.html (Personal growth, self help, ...
Views: 774 - Laser Hair Regrowth Device Now Has FDA Clearance - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2007 from John TulleyIt may seem strange to hear about a laser being used for hair regrowth, but this type of treatment has been around for some time and was discovered accidentally by a scientist testing the effects laser radiation on mice. It was in 1967 soon after the first working laser was invented that Dr ...
Views: 1295 - A Positive , Spiritual Future - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2007 from Karen FialaA positive, spiritual future. We’re another year into the 21st century. But what does it mean for humanity? A new year used to mean a time to pause for reflection and a starting point from which to go in a new direction, should your resolutions point you that way, but that was in a time when ...
Views: 1981 - Are You Barking Up The Wrong SALES Tree? - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2007 from Kim DukeLast summer I was sitting on the deck at a gorgeous remote Canadian lake, watching my little dog Macey go NUTS chasing all the squirrels. She'd chase them at 100 MPH through the bush and UP the tree they would go - fluffy tails flying and they would chatter indignantly from 30 feet above. Then ...
Views: 1054 - Nice Rules for Your Family: Law of Attraction Style! - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2007 from Loren MeierLet’s talk about rules this month, rules with a positive twist, Law of Attraction style. The Law of Attraction is a law of the universe. Like the Law of Gravity and “Don’t wear white after Labor Day”. The Law of Attraction states that like attracts like. Negative thoughts attract more ...
Views: 2899(1 vote) - 10 Things To Do Before You Die - by A friend of mine once said, "The fear of death seems to stem from the fear of not living the way we want to." Interesting thought.
Whether you agree with that statement or not, one thing is certain: Our time here on this mound of dirt is limited. Why not make the most of your life with the ...
Views: 793 - 10 Simple Things To Do To Create An Incredible Life - by Let's face it; life is not complicated. The most important things are often the most basic. We humans like to complicate life with "issues, excuses & clutter." Are you interested in simplifying your life? The following suggestions, done on a regular basis will create incredible results for you: ...
Views: 697 - 10 Simple Things To Do To Create An Incredible Life - by Let's face it; life is not complicated. The most important things are often the most basic. We humans like to complicate life with "issues, excuses & clutter." Are you interested in simplifying your life? The following suggestions, done on a regular basis will create incredible results for you: ...
Views: 720 - 10 Ways To Create Simple Pleasures - by Would you like more pleasure in your life? It's easy; make minor adjustments to what you currently do. The following are 10 ways to do just that.
1. If a child offers you a gift, no matter what it is, gladly accept it.
2. Pay the bridge toll for the car behind you.
3. Go to the park or ...
Views: 893 - 10 Ways To Burn Calories Without Exercising - by Over the years many "time & energy saving devices" have been invented to allow us to get our daily chores done quickly and with less effort. The problem is we have become so efficient that we now pay a price for it in declining health. One solution; look for ways to waste energy. No, I am not ...
Views: 14905(3 votes) - I'm Whispering! IBS An Unpleasant Subject - by What is IBS? It is known as Irritable Bowel Syndrome, and also has a variety of names such as: Mucus colitis, Nervous Colitis, Spastic colon, Nervous colon, Irritated colon, Unstable colon. It is actually one of the most common intestinal problems and often responsible for work absenteeism. ...
Views: 1193 - Have You Lost Your Spark? - by Did you know research has shown that our body’s ability to produce enzymes decreases as we age? And, while this is taking place, malabsorption of nutrients, the breakdown of tissue, and chronic health conditions as a whole increase. Some folks believe that enzyme supplementation is vital for ...
Views: 2960 - Fear of Flying - by Coping with Terrorism and Fear of Flying
Kevin J. Kelly, Ph.D., Psychologist (and son of an airline pilot who was hijacked)
Several years ago I wrote a book entitled Becoming Your Own Therapist - Practical Effective Strategies to Manage Your Moods and Behavior. This manual represented a ...
Views: 1078 - If the Shoe Fits - by "Running in old shoes is like driving on bald tires....You might make the next town, but then again, you might have a blowout." (J.D.Denton)
Your feet have 26 bones and over 100 muscles, ligaments, tendons, and other soft tissue components that all work together to give you balance, support, ...
Views: 955 - Make Your Own Weights - by Here are some ideas on inexpensive items you can use to make your own weights for your workouts.
1) Tennis Balls
Cut a small slit in one side of the tennis ball and fill the ball with pennies. Once the ball is full seal the slit with Super Glue, or some other reliable sealant. You now have a ...
Views: 14675(1 vote) - Self-Hypnosis for Life - by Self-hypnosis is a mental discipline that can be learnt by anyone to open up the amazing potential of the mind that can help guide the path of your body and free the journey of your spirit. A person who owns large parts of the planet, wins a profusion of gold medals or preaches to nations is ...
Views: 990 - MAKING A CHOICE WITH TRUTH - by Politically and personally, in a democracy where people can enjoy freedom in their own responsible choices that have consequences that shape their lives, the all important issue is knowledge. Before making important choices that are personal and in our elections, it is vital for individual and ...
Views: 1021 - Complementary Therapy for Dogs - by We sip on chamomile tea to soothe our nerves or brew a refreshing peppermint tea to ease our upset stomach and than sink into the oceans of dreams. In the kitchen we add rosemary, thyme, oregano, ginger, mint (and much more) to enhance the taste of our meals and herbal infusions, botanicals, ...
Views: 1146 - Panic Attacks: This Truth Will Set You Free - by Unlike too many people on the Internet, I don’t claim to have discovered THE CURE for panic attacks and other anxiety states. I do offer you a beautifully simple insight into panic which will change your reaction to it. Immediately you’ll start you on the path to calm. The insight?
“Accept your ...
Views: 1582 - 7 No Cost Tips to Market Your Business - by Marketing a business can be fun, exciting and creative. It can also be very frustrating and expensive if one doesn’t know what outcome they are looking for or how to evaluate cost effective methods of marketing.
Over the years people have come to know me for my unique ability to develop low ...
Views: 802 - Secret of Life - by Everybody claims to want to know the secret of life, yet most will turn their backs on this article. The reason is that we all know what the secret life is and we don't want that getting in the way, as we blissfully stumble along. The secret of life is that we are spiritual beings living what ...
Views: 815 - Keeping a Balance in Life - by In creating a new personal growth workshop, I decided to go back to an old concept, the one of the wheel. The spokes of a wheel are what keep it centered, allow it to turn, and carry its load. We need balanced strength in order to benefit from the advantage of movement the wheel gives us. If the ...
Views: 1671 - Rebuilding Trust - by How long did it take you to build, and what did it take to build it?
Picture it as a structure, a building of sorts. What purpose does that structure serve? Can you consult others to help you build that structure exactly the way you want it? What materials will you use to build it? Wouldn't ...
Views: 3573 - Achieving your life potential - by We are redefining the way we work and relate to one another.
I encourage people to ask questions about what's not working for them and what is really standing in their way of performing and leading. Awareness is the first step to succeeding in a world that is changing, day by day. The basic ...
Views: 1044 - Everyday Spirituality - by In this world where technology has eclipsed our humanity, many of us are looking for a way to operate in our lives that fulfills our spiritual nature. People have tried different religions or disciplines with varying degrees of success or failure. They have taken motivational workshops to try to ...
Views: 734 - Excerpt from "Restoring Relationships" - by When we pollute our relationships with unloving thoughts, or destroy or abort them with unloving attitudes, we are threatening our emotional survival.
- MARIANNE WILLIAMSON
You are holding this book for a reason. You may be hurting or confused over a marriage or a relationship that has been ...
Views: 3213 - The Mask of Sorrow - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2007 from michael imaniTHE MASK OF SORROW I always wanted to be somebody. I should have been more specific. - Lily Tomlin Are you wearing a mask today? The Legend of Zorro is now available on dvd. As you might imagine, with three sons in our house, and a dad who doesn’t mind a bit of swashbuckling himself, ...
Views: 920 - Helpful Hints For Family and Friends - by Learn to listen. This means hearing what the person means. Try staying attuned to nonverbal messages from their behaviors and check it out with them. For example, "I notice you are slamming doors and stomping around. Are you angry about something?" By listening, you are letting the person know ...
Views: 1079 - Considering Weight Loss Surgery? - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2007 from michael imaniConsidering Weight Loss Surgery? Consider this first. Morbid obesity or clinically severe obesity is a serious condition affecting over 13 million Americans. An individual is considered morbidly obese when weighing either twice his or her ideal weight or is 100 pounds over that ideal. ...
Views: 776 - Are you taking Supplement Combinations or Synergistic Formulas? - by Many companies now provide supplement formulas intended for specific health needs. This saves you the trouble and expense of taking multiple pills for each health concern. In addition, certain combinations of vitamins, minerals, amino acids and herbs work better when taken together - they work ...
Views: 848 - Are you taking Supplement Combinations or Synergistic Formulas? - by Are you taking Supplement Combinations or Synergistic Formulas?
Convenience foods are a part of our diet, so why not convenience supplements? Many companies now provide supplement formulas intended for specific health needs. This saves you the trouble and expense of taking multiple pills for ...
Views: 872 - Top 10 Procrastination Busters - by 1. Clouded Vision - Get a Grip Step back. It's time to look at the forest. What exactly are you trying to accomplish. Sometimes we get so caught up in the detail we forget where we're going.
2. The Task is Overwhelming - Break it Down The bigger the task, the more we need to define the natural ...
Views: 1256 - Ten Compelling Visions To 'Want For' Yourself or Others - by We all know what it's like to want for things, both tangible and intangible. It is often the first step in moving from where we are to where we want to be. Wanting 'for' someone else, however, is a powerful concept, both for you and the other person.
'Wanting for' another person transcends the ...
Views: 685 - Top 10 Reasons to Identify Your Values - by Living your life "in integrity" means that your words match your actions which match your beliefs. When you are living your life in harmony with your values, you naturally have more energy. Clarifying what really matters to you, knowing what you stand for, will set you free to live life to its ...
Views: 988 - 10 Choices We Get To Make in the Aftermath of Terror - by There is an interesting phenomenon that I call the Pendulum Effect, the fact that sometimes, in order to create the change we want, it is necessary to swing the pendulum to the extreme opposite end so that it may finally come to rest in a centered, balanced position. That is my explanation for ...
Views: 1757 - Twenty Good Luck Quotes - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2007 from Steve GillmanWhy good luck quotes? Perhaps you don't believe in luck, but you can see that some people have more good things happen to them. Whether you choose to call that luck or not, here is what some famous people have to say about the phenomenon. Those who have succeeded at anything and don't mention ...
Views: 1717 - Bolstering Beliefs - by At some time in your life you have probably used affirmations or other positive self-talk to change an attitude, opinion or behavior. The more you have done this, the more you know that sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn't.
What makes the difference? Why are there times when you only ...
Views: 2961 - Quest for Quiet - by We live in a very exciting time. New advances in technology and science are exploding around us. Ideas that were pipedreams two years ago are reality today, and about to be replaced by newer, better, more cost-efficient innovations.
Many of these advances have revolutionized our lives. We now ...
Views: 990 - En-Joy Your Life - by Have you ever noticed that your state of mind, whether you're happy, sad, angry, fearful, feeling any emotion at all, is directly related to what you're thinking? True, there may be an external situation that's causing you to have those thoughts, but it's your thoughts that dictate how you are ...
Views: 834 - Simplify, Simplify, Simplify - by Just as location is the key driver to success in real estate, simplification is the key to success in life. No matter how much you want your life to change, it's impossible if there is no room for change.
We tend to fill our lives with activity and with 'stuff'. It's supposed to mean we're ...
Views: 1184(2 votes) - Take This Good Luck Test - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2007 from Steve GillmanAre you a lucky person? Not sure? Let's find out. Answer the following questions as honestly as you can, and then tally your score according to the simple directions at the bottom of the test. In general, do good things happen to you? 1. Almost never 2. Sometimes 3. Often 4. Very often Are you ...
Views: 872 - Faith... - by Faith is unquestioning belief, especially in God.
Faith is something one must have to survive. Even if you cannot see it coming or happening with the natural eye, Faith, will allow you to know it is coming, it can be seen with the spiritual eye.
Have Faith in God. Have Faith in yourself. ...
Views: 733 - Destiny and the Law of Karma - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2007 from Sean ClarkeSome of us believe that we have full control over our lives. However, this may not be entirely true. Destiny or fate plays a very important role in our lives irrespective of our gender, race, religion, nationality etc. To explain the concept of destiny, we need to understand what destiny is. The ...
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