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- Common SenseStrengthTraining - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2005 from Joe KarszenEverybody asks the question on how to go about a strength training program. Where do I start, how do I begin, where do I go, what age to start at, and what do I need? These are all common questions on beginning a strength training program. I will go over these common asked questions in ...
Views: 2959 - Top 10 Reasons to Stop Facing Reality - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2005 from Sue FrederickTop 10 Reasons to Stop Facing Reality By Sue Frederick, author of Dancing at Your Desk and BrilliantDay:7 Steps to Turn Your Day Around “You need to face reality!” How often have you heard that? How often have you said that while talking yourself out of pursuing a dream career? From now on, ...
Views: 1482 - How to Boost Holiday Sales with Your Ads, Sales Letters and Web Site - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2005 from Jeremy CohenWhy do your clients purchase your product or service? Ultimately, people with whom you do business come to understand, at a detailed level, exactly how you can help them. Additionally, anyone who pays you for what you sell must trust the quality of your product or service. They also must ...
Views: 1011 - Ten Things to Do Before Year End - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2005 from Kevin EikenberryWe attach significance to the turning of the calendar, and when the calendar turns to a new year, it means more than learning to change a digit when we write a check – we’ve started a new chapter. It is instructive for us to think about how we can get the most from the end of chapter 2005. ...
Views: 1285 - Three Major Reasons Why You Are Not Thriving - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2005 from Joseph MercolaBy Carol Tuttle Master Emotional Release Therapist and the author of the best-selling book, Remembering Wholeness: A Personal Handbook for Thriving in the 21st Century. 1. You are holding on to old emotional baggage. Most of the emotion you feel in a day is not even about today. You are just ...
Views: 941 - Terminal Cancer Patients Fighting Back With Omega-3 Fats - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2005 from Joseph MercolaIn 2000, a 78-year-old man was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer and told by his doctor he had only a few months to live. Tumors Down to 10 Percent Today, the cancerous tumors in his lungs have shrunk to 10 percent of what they were in 2000, according to last year's computed tomography ...
Views: 957 - The End of Suffering - A New Year’s Resolution to Keep. - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2005 from Mick QuinnThe New Year is always brim-full of promises and ideas. Most of us make our “New Year’s resolutions” with great gusto and conviction, but may find that within a few days or weeks that enthusiasm (root: God within) to change has almost completely dissipated. Why is this so? How can we make change ...
Views: 1026 - Productivity: How to add value in the Workplace - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2005 from Robb ThompsonProductivity: How To Add Value In The Workplace Never Look For Another Assignment Until You Have Successfully Completed Your Last & Most Important One If you are reading this, it is safe to say you have set some important goals for yourself at your place of employment, and you probably ...
Views: 5280 - Just Say Yes! - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2005 from Debbie FriedmanI was never a fan of the big purple dinosaur. As a matter of fact, I used to make fun of him. Then, my grandson Ben was born and I bought Barney’s Great Adventure video. Over the years Barney has become almost a staple with all of my grandchildren. Ben (now 6) and Brooks (2 years old) ...
Views: 786 - Traditional Cure For Abdominal Bloating ,Stomach Pains - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2005 from jim johnson"Stomach gas is an extremely universal problem which largely results due to improper eating habits." Just as the problem is extremely common, so has modern medicine derived novel ways to keep the problems in check - antacids. How modern antacids work? As the name suggests, antacids work ...
Views: 1282 - How to Handle the Silent Treatment - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2005 from Dr. Dennis NederLet’s say that you’ve dated a girl a few times and all of a sudden, she stops picking up the phone or returning your calls when she was very responsive before. What do you do? First, you stop pouting and sitting by the phone trying to will her to call by sending your aura through the telephone ...
Views: 3050 - Can Breast Cancer be Prevented? - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2005 from Lyn Prowse-BishopSometimes it seems that every magazine, newspaper, radio show, and piece of mail has a headline declaring that every woman’s risk of developing breast cancer is increasing. There is a numbing feeling of inevitability in these pronouncements. More and more women think about breast cancer as a ...
Views: 1341(2 votes) - Using “Self-Talk” to Fulfill New Years Resolutions - by There is something truly special about the coming of a New Year. Another twelve months present the perfect opportunity to start over, transform or change your self in some way. Regardless of what you resolve to do, be it to improve your health, develop better relationships with friends, make a ...
Views: 878 - Holiday Season ~ Stress Free Style - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2005 from Lori LiteWhich “vision” describes holidays at your house? a) Visions of sugar plums dancing in your head? OR b) Visions of shopping, late nights, no school, no schedule, candy, apple pie, parties, company and travel? If you picked “b” then you are in the company of most of America. This ...
Views: 1602 - Building Reserves - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2005 from Karen VizerOften when we think of the term abundance, we think of money or wealth, but truly abundance relates to having enough. As a coach I want my clients to have reserves in all areas of their lives. Having enough to just get by is simply not good enough, nor will it create the kind of extraordinary ...
Views: 718 - Health Benefits of Tea - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2005 from Linda BinnsOne of the undeniable pleasures of the cold-weather season is warming up with a cup of steaming hot tea. And while enjoying the warmth and flavors of one of the world’s most popular beverages, tea-drinkers also can reap many health benefits from their daily cuppa. As a native of England, ...
Views: 6754 - Know Thyself! - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2005 from Adebola OniIt is very appalling considering the rate at which people pass through this world without getting to know what power they carry inside of them. For some time now, I have stopped listening to news because I realize that most of what we hear read to us seems not to be good news. We hear people ...
Views: 1164 - The Ultimate Drug for Treating Depression - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2005 from Joseph MercolaMore and more researchers and physicians are coming to the conclusion that exercise can be as effective as antidepressants in reducing the symptoms of major depression. Group or Solitary Both Work Many studies have shown that exercise in a group setting is highly effective, and new research is ...
Views: 906 - The Pursuit of Happiness - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2005 from Sanjiv SahayThe pursuit of happiness is one of the primary goals of all humans. This, along with life and liberty, was declared as an essential right in the US declaration of independence. Every religion and philosophy has offered its pathway to happiness. Happiness is a state of mind and there are many ...
Views: 754 - Be a People Person - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2005 from Ron Kirkland"The entire population of the world-with one minor exception-is composed of others." ~John C. Maxwell I first heard the above statement while attending John Maxwell's Maximum Impact Simulcast last April. I thought "wow", what a powerful message. Some may read, or hear this and think to ...
Views: 730 - How to Help Teenagers Cope with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2005 from Sophie LeeMany irritable bowel syndrome sufferers first develop symptoms of IBS during their teenage years. Symptoms like stomach pain, diarrhea, constipation and bloating are difficult even for an adult to deal with, and if you also have to cope with peer pressure, new relationships and exams it can make ...
Views: 12620 - Life's Board of Directors - Who Sits on Yours? - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2005 from Jan HintonSo much has been in the news recently about boards of directors, seemingly to be asleep at the wheel while major corporations crumbled. Most boards are designed to provide oversight and guidance to the direction of a business. Good or bad, boards of directors effect the direction of a ...
Views: 1336 - Mindfulness Exercises - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2005 from Steve GillmanMindfulness exercises let you "tune in" to yourself. Distractions are let go, and your brain power is increased. The exercises help you think more clearly and concentrate better. The best news is that they are easier than you might think to learn. Easy Mindfulness Exercises Anytime you are ...
Views: 3697 - 7 Tips to End Night Time Eating - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2005 from Kathryn Martyn SmithStop Being Influenced by Food Advertising The news is full of stories about obesity and overweight and the food industry fully intends to place the blame squarely on you, despite the fact they spend hundreds of millions of dollars every year in an effort to entice us to buy more and more of ...
Views: 995 - Grapes May Prevent Alzheimer's - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2005 from Joseph MercolaResveratrol, a compound found in grapes and red wine, may be prove to be a potent weapon in the battle against Alzheimer's. Fights Amyloid-Beta Peptides A study has shown that it lowers levels of the amyloid-beta peptides, which are responsible for the plaques leading to Alzheimer's disease. ...
Views: 949 - Scaring Kids Away From Fast Food - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2005 from Joseph MercolaAccording to a study by the British Heart Foundation (BHF), roughly a third of children polled didn't know the main ingredient in French fries. And, about 10 percent of them thought fries were mostly made of oil; others suggested eggs, flour, and even apples.This may be part of the reason ...
Views: 969 - How to Survive and Enjoy (!) a Blind Date - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2005 from David LevineYou may not agree, but it seems to me that blind dates are high on the list of things that everyone loves to hate. I have just one question – why? Apparently, there are a number of myths about blind dates that are ruining their reputation. If you’re interested in exploding those myths and ...
Views: 968 - To Chose or Excuse - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2005 from Jennifer KoretskyOne of the best things about being diagnosed with ADD is that you finally have an explanation for many of the challenges you experience in life. So this is why it's hard for me to get started and follow through! This is why it's hard for me to pay attention in meetings! This is why it's ...
Views: 1167 - What Does Creativity Bring To Your Life? - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2005 from Linda DessauIn my 2004 e-book, the Creativity Interviews, I asked 7 questions about the creative process to 19 creative artists from a variety of disciplines. One of these questions was "what does creativity bring to your life?" As I'm looking through the answers with new eyes, themes start to pop up in ...
Views: 2037(1 vote) - Connect With Other Artists - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2005 from Linda Dessau"So I am not the only one having these creativity blocks? This makes me feel less lonely." - Martine, Painter Why IS it so vital to our creative fulfillment to connect with our fellow artists? Support – Asking for support is often the last thing we think of, even when things are at their ...
Views: 1166 - Kids of Separated Parents: The Annual Holiday Access Dispute - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2005 from Gary DirenfeldKids of Separated Parents: The Annual Holiday Access Dispute Forget about the last minute gift shopping. The real issue for separated parents this season is who gets what time with the kids. With divorce seemingly as popular as marriage, more and more kids will be subject to the annual access ...
Views: 1594 - What You Need To Know About Depression - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2005 from debra tulllisWhat does depression mean to you? Depression is a very serious mood disorder that can affect anyone regardless of age, gender, race, social status or ethnicity. Depression is an illness that affects your body, mind, disposition, sleep and your thoughts. This condition can be caused by many ...
Views: 1319 - The Hidden Effects of Childhood Maltreatment and How Life Coaching Can Help - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2005 from debra tulllisViolence against women is one of the primary health problems facing adults today. Many people are not aware that childhood maltreatment is a powerful risk factor for health problems in adulthood. Its victims can suffer lifelong health effects. Maltreatment is best viewed as a risk factor ...
Views: 1473 - Mysticism, Dogma and Truth - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2013 from Edwin SpinaAt a recent lecture on Belief Systems, a student asked, "Is mysticism a religion?" Mysticism is a spiritual discipline aiming at direct communion with God or the ultimate truth. It is not a religion and, in fact, all religions have mystics. There are Christian mystics, Jewish mystics ...At a ...
Views: 1418(1 vote) - A Daily Refreshment - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2005 from Amy BiddleHalf an hour's meditation is essential except when you are very busy. Then, a full hour is needed. --Francis de Sales Meditation is one of those things in life that benefits you the most when you want to do it the least. It is a practice that helps to calm a racing mind, while it refreshes and ...
Views: 973 - You've Screwed Up - Now What Do You Do? - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2005 from Kim DukeOK everyone - even the Sales Diva is not immune to screwing up royally every now and then! I can't believe I am actually going to tell you what happened to me recently... but it will give you a laugh! I was recently asked by a local college to do a tele-class call. No problem. Booked the date. ...
Views: 964 - 12 Steps for a Stress-Free Holiday - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2005 from Joanie WinbergDo you feel like Clark W. Griswold trying to make a perfect holiday and stumbling through mishaps? Everyone faces challenges of juggling their time effectively during the hectic holiday season. We all have to carry on our normal activities plus shop, wrap, cook, clean, bake, decorate, travel, ...
Views: 1175 - The Truth About Persistence and Success - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2010 from Royane RealMany people who want to be successful spend a lot of time reading motivational books and articles. You probably do too. You want to know what qualities are required for success. When we read about the tools required to achieve success, very often we are told that if we really want to be ...
Views: 6666 - Handling Interruptions - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2005 from Sri HariInterruptions are probably the most hated problem in the field of communication. It is very easy for anyone to slip into the habit of interrupting others. In some people it is such an ingrained habit that they will not even know that they are interrupting someone. I have been one of them and ...
Views: 920 - The Seventh Abundance - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2005 from Eric GarnerIt’s tempting when you’re struggling with money issues to think that this really is a cruel unfriendly world. There you are, working your socks off, and it’s all money out, out, out, leaving you constantly on the bread line while others around you seem to have anything and everything they ...
Views: 1216(2 votes) - Read the Signs Life Gives Us - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2005 from Keith VarnumTo look is one thing. To see what you look at is another. To understand what you see is a third. To learn from what you understand is still something else. But to act on what you learn is all that really matters! - Native American Wisdom Your spirit has great plans for you this lifetime! Want ...
Views: 1134 - Drama: How It Zaps Creativity and Success - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2005 from Catherine FranzDrama occurs all around us. We don't think of ourselves asa drama queen or king. "isn't that a movie?" isn't that aneighbor, co-worker, friend, or in-law? For artists, dramacontributes to their creative production. There is a darkerside. One we don't want to admit to. At least not ...
Views: 1355 - Values - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2009 from Grampa KenThe high intensity and shrewdness of marketing is influencing our society and family life in the wrong way. It is shaping our lives by starting on us at a very early age and continually persuading us to want something new. We need to stop and consider what is important in making our lives ...
Views: 1377 - Just Do It - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2005 from Grace CiroccoJust Do It! It is not because things are difficult that we do not dare, it is because we do not dare that they are difficult. Seneca Everyone admires those who can just do it. That’s why the Nike ads were so successful--they resonated with people. We want to do it, but we feel impotent. We ...
Views: 1014 - Music And The Brain - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2005 from Steve GillmanWhat is the connection between music and the brain? Is it possible that music can help you think better? The research says yes, and after telling you about some of it, I'll let you in on an even faster way to boost your brain power with music. Music And The Brain - The Research The research ...
Views: 1941 - How to Change Anything: The Chain Reaction of Action - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2005 from Steve ErreyYou know what really gets me fuming? People in queues who start to dawdle around once they get to the head of the queue, not really knowing what they want, what they're there for or what to do next. I mean, why are they in queue if they're not ready to be served or don't know what they're doing? ...
Views: 1004 - Holiday Family Get Togethers--Yikes! - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2005 from Noelle NelsonThe family is getting together for the Holidays – at your house. For the first time. Lucky you! All these years you’ve managed to plead one reason or another why you couldn’t host the “do,” but you’re out of excuses, nowhere to go, so it’s time to grin and bear it. And we’re not just talking ...
Views: 1419 - Living the Dream --- Yours or Theirs? - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2005 from Kim OlverI know people in my life who when asked how are things going, will reply, “I’m living the dream.” Can you say the same? If you could, what would it mean? As far back as Sigmund Freud, psychologists have been saying that there are two major areas in a person’s life---love and work. When you are ...
Views: 1135 - The Three Stages of Mending a Broken Heart - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2005 from Dorothy ThompsonThe Three Stages of Mending a Broken Heart You've been dumped. Short of throwing yourself off the nearest bridge, you resort to hiding in your bed for days, comforted only by the fact that at least you have a year's supply of Moonpies by your bedside and your answering machine is on the alert in ...
Views: 4434 - Christmas and the Single Person - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2005 from Susan DunnDid you know that more than 47% of US households are headed by unmarried individuals? The American Association for Single People projects this figure will continue to rise in the coming decade. Therefore, if you are single you are not alone. And … if you have single adults in your social ...
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