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- “I’M OVERWHELMED” - 5 Tips On How Parents Can Take Control Of Their Lives - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2005 from Linda MiloAre you feeling overwhelmed being a parent? Do you want to feel more relaxed and empowered raising your child? Working parents, stay-at-home parents, visiting parents – it doesn’t matter which one you are because these days almost every parent feels overwhelmed by their daily day. Parents ...
Views: 904(2 votes) - Shortcuts To Getting It All Done - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2005 from Kathy GatesGetting it all done - is it really possible? We’ve all had the experience of getting back to the office (or home) after a productive errand-run only to realize that you forgot to pick up brown sugar for the special dessert tonight, and you didn’t stop by Office Max which was right next door to ...
Views: 1048 - The 12 Most Pesticide-Ridden Fruits and Veggies - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2005 from Benjamin LynchI will never forget the day my mom told me to wash strawberries. As a typical inquisitive 4 year old, I asked, 'Why?' Because fruit pickers pick their nose was her response. I then washed them - sometimes. Now as a 31 year old, I buy organic produce which must mean it is free from boogers and ...
Views: 1125 - Testing the Spirits the Shaman’s Way, a “How To” For Everyone. - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2005 from Shaman Elder Maggie WahlsSometimes in our dreams we are visited by a stranger, some ominous personality that we do not recognize and we do not know if this is a good stranger or a not so good stranger. Sometimes we feel a negative energy around us and do not like this feeling. Some of us are able to astral travel and ...
Views: 1046 - Nature Always Right, Cooks Never - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2005 from Tonya ZavastaExcerpted from the book "Your Right to Be Beautiful: How to Halt the Train of Aging and Meet the Most Beautiful You" by Tonya Zavasta. The book is available at: http://www.beautifulonraw.com It seems pathetic we aspire to create a new product as “natural” as possible but destroy the very ...
Views: 1469 - Online Dating: 4 Dating Mistakes to Avoid - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2005 from Sue BondDid you catch the dating mistakes made during episode one of ABC's "Hooking Up" documentary series? If you caught the episode on July 14th, I'm sure you would have noticed what doesn't work when it comes to dating... Mistake #1: Using an old photo A self-proclaimed 'Fabio' look-a-like used a ...
Views: 1054 - Measure Effort To Achieve Success! - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2005 from Annette ColbyLet’s say you’re moving forward in your efforts to achieve your goals. Along the way you will certainly experience many victories. Yet there will also be challenges and failures. To keep yourself going, you are going to need lots of support from within. This support is going to come in the form ...
Views: 895 - Applying Action To Your Inner Desires! - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2005 from Annette Colby"I know what I need to do, but I’m scared that I won’t succeed.” Who among us hasn’t been stuck in this scenario before? We know what to do, but we don’t put knowledge into action. The end result is the frustration of staying stuck in the current reality even though change is desired. The ...
Views: 864 - The Myth of 100% Complete Processed Pet Food - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2005 from Randy WysongEvery day, people by the millions pour food from a package into their pet’s bowl. Day in and day out, meal after meal, pets get the same fare. This strange phenomenon is not only widely practiced, but done by loving owners who believe they are doing the right thing. Why? Certainly because it is ...
Views: 1155 - Body Acceptance: The Secret To Weight Loss Success - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2005 from Annette ColbyCan we love our bodies? As the years go by, each decade brings new and unexpected changes. We move from adolescence to young adulthood. For some, the transition is into motherhood. Most of us eventually enter into maturity and beyond. Our bodies are affected by stress, environment, sadness, and ...
Views: 829(1 vote) - Advanced Body Acceptance: The Secret To Weight Loss Success - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2005 from Annette ColbySelf-acceptance and body love can be tough concepts to grasp and even tougher to incorporate. The degree of difficulty doesn’t seem to matter if you’re thin or very large or somewhere in-between. It takes time and persistence to create a new belief about one’s self and one’s body. Don’t worry so ...
Views: 922(2 votes) - Conditions of Happiness: Happy vs. Unhapy - Do We Have a Choice? - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2005 from Annette ColbyEveryone is in the process of seeking greater happiness. We are each involved in the search for feeling good inside our bodies. What may come as a surprise is in the midst of a binge, anorexia, bulimia, or other addiction process, happiness is essentially at the core of what is being sought. The ...
Views: 1152 - Please Forgive Me... - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2005 from Danish AhmedSometimes people say or do things that they later regret. We all make mistakes. Has someone ever wronged you? Have you forgiven them? Here's a beautiful 2-minute movie about forgiveness: Click http://www.ForgivenessMovie.com My life is busy and sometimes I work 13 hours in a day and get ...
Views: 1294(2 votes) - How to Increase Your Sales Using Emotional Language - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2005 from David BarronHow to Increase Your Sales Using Emotional Language Warning: In order to make the point of how emotions are used to persuade I have two outcomes in mind. The first is to demonstrate subtle emotional elicitation. The second is to encourage you to invest in learning more about persuasion and ...
Views: 2828 - Bioenergy Healing Foundation Training Course - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2005 from Michael CohenBIoenergy Healing Foundation Training Course This comprehensive Bioenergy Healing Foundation Training Course will give you the opportunity to learn the primary Bioenergy Healing techniques with founder Michael Cohen. This intensive training course consists of the following: ~ 2-day Weekend ...
Views: 3856 - Mum’s The Word – What Your Mother Would Rather Not Tell You - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2005 from Dawn OlsenCopyright © 2005 Dawn M. Olsen. All Rights reserved Let’s talk frankly, but sincerely, about what happens to your vagina and surrounding feminine parts during menopause. There are two key changes in the body that, for many women, cause a variety of sexual problems, including inability to ...
Views: 950 - Candida and Chronic Sinus Problems - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2005 from Brian MartinSinusitis, an illness that affects nearly 37 million Americans, is an inflammation of the membranes of the nose and sinuses. Sinusitis frequently causes painful headaches, runny nose, nasal passage congestion and swelling, and a diminished sense of taste and smell. The condition affects the ...
Views: 2371 - 6 Tips for Time Management, Especially for ADHD - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2005 from Sarah Jane KeyserAdults with ADD frequently have a diaphanous sense of time. The future is an unknown. The task of the moment no matter how inconsequential takes precedence over the critical appointment in an hour's time, so they are often late. 1. Get an agenda (one only) which works for you. Get ONE agenda ...
Views: 1642 - Birthright - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2005 from Michael RawlsTell me whom you love, and I'll tell you who you are. Creole proverbThe character of our relationships ranges from the heights of enlightenment to the depths of destruction, and most of us have been privy to both at some point in our lives. As with any other situation, the key to making and ...
Views: 1443 - My What's Out of Balance? - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2005 from Mary KraemerCarolyn Myss, Ph.D. states in her book, Anatomy of the Spirit, "Energy medicine is a holistic philosophy that teaches, 'I am responsible for the creation of my health. I therefore participated, at some level, in the creation of this illness. I can participate in healing this illness by healing ...
Views: 1266 - Dealing with the Blues: Your Mental State and Menopause - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2005 from Dawn OlsenGoing through menopause and suddenly feel like life’s stresses have just become a thousand times more difficult to deal with? Find yourself crying at Oprah more than you used to, or worse, crying at reruns of the Flintstones? Finding that your cute 3-year-old nephew or granddaughter is ...
Views: 931 - Role Attachment Bondage or Moha plays in gaining Enlightenment - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Vijay KumarRole Attachment Bondage or Moha plays in gaining Enlightenment Attachment... bondage... Moha... state as we may but the meaning of all three words remains the same. Christians call it water, Hindus Jala and the followers of Islamic dharma as Paani... the intent and meaning of all the three ...
Views: 1279 - Do you want to learn how to meditate - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2005 from GiGi KonwinDo you want to learn how to meditate? Have you tried to meditate but you keep falling asleep? Or you're not sure you are doing it right? Do you keep thinking about other things while you are trying to "clear your mind"? First you need to decide what type of meditation you want to do. There ...
Views: 1121 - Seven Keys To Closing More Sales During The Second Half Of 2005 - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2005 from Jim MeisenheimerIt's not too early to start planning for the sales results you want at the end of 2005. Here are seven things you can do to make sure you're in the Winner's Circle at your Next National Sales Meeting. 1. Develop a system for everything. There's a fundamental reason why companies like ...
Views: 949 - Seductive Withholders - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2005 from Susan PeabodyTo many people, the term “Seductive Withholder” is self-explanatory. SW’s are men and women who vacillate between being available and unavailable. One moment they are romantic, alluring, in pursuit and then suddenly (often without warning) they pull back and withhold ...
Views: 6070 - Learn Faster; Change is Coming - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2005 from Daniel SitterChallenges posed by recent economic and market shifts, though predicted for some time, have instigated chaos in the lives of many business professionals and factory workers alike, not to mention just about everyone else who is paying attention. Instead of embracing change and allowing it to fuel ...
Views: 1363 - Enough With the Upsells Already! - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2005 from Karon ThackstonKaron Thackston © 2005 http://www.learn-copywriting.com It happened twice during the same week. All I wanted to do was make a purchase, and they were making every effort to keep me from it (or so it seemed). Why would a business who wanted me to buy from them so badly put enough roadblocks ...
Views: 1166 - Baryte in Azara, Nassarawa State of Nigeria - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2011 from Saintmoses EromoseleABSTRACT With the advent of crude oil in Nigeria, solid minerals exploration and exploitation, as well as agriculture, have been relegated to the background. There is however no doubt that crude oil is the mainstay of Nigeria’s economy. The solid mineral, baryte, is of a strategic importance ...
Views: 8801(3 votes) - Productivity Engineering - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2005 from Nick UsborneReview: Productivity Engineering - A hypnosis program to help you improve your performance at work. "Buy a hypnosis CD program? Will that really help me get more work done? Can it improve my work performance?" I know, this is a little off the beaten path when compared to the usual courses ...
Views: 1063(1 vote) - The Village Idiot - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2009 from Gene SimmonsThat would be me! From what I can see, I’m just beginning the second year of a minimum four year sentence as a Village Idiot. I say minimum because the sentence may be extended at any time and without advance notice – written or verbal. Actually, I’m not treading on unfamiliar turf. I ...
Views: 1323(4 votes) - Personal Core Values: Your Key to Success and Happiness - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2005 from Doug WoodsEach of us has our own set of personal values; these are the things which we believe are important, which motivate us and to which we give priority. If I asked you what your personal values are, the chances are that you would struggle to find the answer. You would not be alone; in fact the ...
Views: 2216(1 vote) - Director - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2005 from Doris JeanetteTo lose your partner is always painful. It is a heartbreak, any way you look at it. It hurts. Your body aches and your heart feels like it is going to explode. And you are face to face with the most important decision in your life. The choice you make at this moment determines how the rest of ...
Views: 1866(1 vote) - Compulsive Gambler Seeks Alternatives To Stop Gambling - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2005 from howard keithCompulsive gambler's life was devastated by gambling and now seeks alternatives to help his addiction before he loses everything. This seems to be a common trend among compulsive gamblers. They realize there’s a problem but don’t know where to go in order to get help. Many people have tried ...
Views: 1443(1 vote) - The Power You Possess - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2005 from Maren CruickshankWhat you need to understand is that there are no barriers to what is possible. It doesn't matter what it looks like. Everything that you desire is possible. Everything! The force of creation that you possess allows you to create anything you desire even though it doesn't exist as yet. You ...
Views: 859(1 vote) - Calories Burned With An Elliptical Trainer - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2005 from Kathryn ONeillIf you're trying to choose between an elliptical trainer and another piece of exercise equipment like a treadmill or an exercise bike, one of the most popular questions is 'How many calories can I burn with an elliptical trainer?' You want to get the most bang for your exercise buck - ...
Views: 4858(3 votes) - Ancient Predictions Help Craft Better Writers - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2005 from Sarah JaneEvery writer has a writing process that follows its own pattern of fits and starts. Some writers can't get started, while others cannot end. Some writers have started six or seven or eight different pieces and can't get past the midpoint in a single one of them. All of us have times when we ...
Views: 828(1 vote) - Time Thieves - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2005 from Donald WetmoreYou have 24 hours in every day, seven days a week for a total of 168 hours to accomplish what needs to be done in your life. And every day, eleven time thieves gang up on you and work to take some of that precious time away from productive use. Let me introduce you to this inconsiderate ...
Views: 1004(1 vote) - Growth occurs in human life - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2005 from Charmaine SaundersGrowth occurs in human life in a variety of different ways, some pleasant and some not so! Unlike change, which is relentless and inevitable, growth has to be chosen. At certain points in life, we are faced with clear crossroads and we can accept the lessons offered or continue our lives in the ...
Views: 1237(1 vote) - Constructing A Website That Earns Money Online - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2005 from Michael KeenanI would like to share with you one simple stratergy in creating income with your own website. This is just one method out of simply millions that you could create for yourself. Remember the internet provides no limits. This is one example that does work for me, and may give you an insight into ...
Views: 794(1 vote) - Self-Care for Adults with ADD: Put On Your Oxygen Mask - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2005 from Jennifer KoretskyTake a moment to think about what happens when you get on an airplane. Before the plane takes off, the flight attendants outline safety procedures and inform you that, should the oxygen masks drop down, you must put yours on before you help anyone else. This is an excellent metaphor for ...
Views: 1185(1 vote) - Credit repair scam - How to avoid being a statistic? - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2005 from Bill SmithCredit repair scam - How to avoid being a statistic? A good credit history is critically important for the consumer. A bad credit will prevent you from getting a business loan, owning a home, or even a job. Promises to "fix" your credit are always made by credit consolidation companies, but they ...
Views: 901(1 vote) - The Second half of My Life - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2005 from Judy Wrightwww.ArtichokePress.com Have you ever wondered where destiny would lead you? Have you ever pondered whether the road you are taking would lead to fulfillment and happiness? Unlike so many of my friends and family, I have always had the sure knowledge of what was expected of me. It was under a ...
Views: 1111(3 votes) - The End of the Road - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2005 from Patrick MathieuThe End of the Road Last week I was driving along one of the major highways around Toronto. I had some good music playing on my stereo and the weather was wonderful. I am always a careful driver, so my attention was focused on my driving, but my thoughts were elsewhere. Suddenly, I noticed ...
Views: 929(1 vote) - YOUR LIFE INVESTMENT - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2005 from Mark ThompsonI am fascinated by investments. Did you know that there are mutual funds out there that can consistently give you a return on your investment between 12 - 18 percent? I don't know how much you know about financial returns on investments, but that's a really good rate of return! Think about just ...
Views: 1043(1 vote) - Antidepressants: Cure or Control? - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2005 from Chris GreenThey’re the plagues of the modern world. Stress, depression and anxiety are on the increase, year in, year out and they show no signs of ending their relentless onslaught. In the United States alone, over 40 million people are affected by these illnesses annually, and for the majority of ...
Views: 841(1 vote) - 5 Top Tips To Increase Your Personal Power - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2005 from Chris GreenHave you ever started a new project full to the brim withenthusiasm only to have your enthusiasm and motivation waneas the months go by? When we're pursuing something of worthin our lives, enthusiasm and motivation are two veryimportant factors. They act as driving forces for us andkeep us on ...
Views: 1078(1 vote) - 4 Steps to Assertive Communication - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2005 from Dr. Tony Fiore“Dr. Fiore,” my 42 year old married patient (Mary) began, “once again my family expects me to host Christmas dinner and I am simply too exhausted; what should I do?” “Why not tell them how you feel?” I asked. “Because I don’t want to hurt their feelings – I always feel guilty if I don’t do ...
Views: 12946(1 vote) - Surviving Perfection – confessions of a desperate housewife - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2005 from Alvah ParkerRecently I read an article about an attorney who took paternity leave so his wife (also an attorney) could go back to work. He was a stay-at-home Dad from the time his son was 3 months until his son was 9 months. The article detailed how the attorney initially was sure he would have time ...
Views: 1039(1 vote) - The Law of Attraction - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2005 from Adrian CooperQuantum physics describes the energetic characteristics of the Universe and therefore the fundamentals of the Law of Attraction. We know from even the most fundamental basis of quantum physics that everything in the entire Universe is pure Energy, differing only in characteristics such as rate ...
Views: 794(1 vote) - New Beginnings: How to Start Over in Life! - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2005 from Carol MorganAre you ready for a new beginning in your life? No really, are you? I know you probably think you are, but are you really? Are you ready to take action? Are you ready to live your dreams? I certainly hope so. If you are, Attraction-U can help you. What does starting over mean? And can ...
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