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- Seven Myth Busters of Distance Learning - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Kathleen KingIn this brief article, I expose some of the most common and deadly misconceptions about distance learning. And you want to read this. Why? Because if you do not consider the new trends and potential of distance learning, you may be ignoring or discounting vital opportunities to increase your ...
Views: 1565(3 votes) - How to Build Shoulder Muscles - Workouts & Bodybuilding Fundamentals - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from James McLainKnowing how to build shoulder muscles properly is not only good for building a bigger and better body. Knowing the best way to do this is good for your health as well because diet and nutrition come into play as well as avoiding injury! Firstly lets look at diet and nutrition for muscle gain. ...
Views: 1871(3 votes) - How to Build Chest Muscles - Exercises & Muscle Growth Fundamentals - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from James McLainHow to build chest muscles is not just about bench pressing a bar bending with weight. First and foremost it is about applying the fundamental muscle growth concepts that assure faster and more consistent muscle gain. If you are a skinny Ectomorph body type this is even more important as ...
Views: 2199(7 votes) - How To Become A Successful Writer: 3 Simple Tips To Succeed As A Writer - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Michael LeeThere are ordinary writers, and then there are successful writers. I’m sure it’s quite obvious what every aspiring writer wants to be. Gone are the days when a writer was considered a starving artist. Today, writers can also make it big. Think about J.K. Rowling, Dan Brown or whoever your ...
Views: 2719(6 votes) - How To Write A Business Plan For A Small Business In 5 Simple Steps - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Michael LeeEven if your business is not as enormous as the giant corporations, it doesn’t mean you should disregard writing a business plan. In fact, you should learn how to write a business plan for a small business. Why? Because a business plan gives you structure. It provides your company direction ...
Views: 1919(2 votes) - How to Build Bigger Biceps - Exercises & Weight Gain Fundamentals - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from James McLainIf you want to know how to build bigger biceps then you need to know more than just a few good exercises to do down at the gym. You also need to know the weight gain fundamentals that will aid you in your bodybuilding efforts for all parts of your body not just your arms! The biceps however ...
Views: 2108(3 votes) - Looking Young With Far-Infrared - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Alabaster MooreAmerican RENA’s new Anti Aging Wrinkle Breakthrough treatment has revolutionized the skin and beauty industry. This product is colorless and tasteless. The product’s negative ion activation energy can penetrate the skin up to 30 to 50 millimeters. Advantages over Competing Products American ...
Views: 692(2 votes) - Media Placement: The Untold Story Behind ALL Major Breakthrough Business Successes - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Lisa NordabySuccess in business is a rare thing. Most businesses fail today, not because they were built upon bad ideas, but because most business owners do not focus on what truly makes the difference between success and failure. There is one skill, above and beyond any other skill, that is critical ...
Views: 451(2 votes) - 16 Steps to Turning Your Life Around- A Christian Perspective - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Mackenzie PearceWe have all been there- somewhere we do not want to be and know we should not be. I am no exception. Whether it is in a job that drains us emotionally, a relationship that is bad for us or if we just have a habit that we know we should be “breaking” permeate, the solution is same: Start from ...
Views: 4217(2 votes) - It Is Possible To Run Your Car Or Truck On Water - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Paul RodgersCan you really run your car on water? The answer is yes. It is possible to use water to supplement gasoline as fuel for your car. But there is a need to first convert your vehicle using what we call a mini hydrogen generator for car before it can run on the water-gas mix fuel. Have you heard ...
Views: 805(2 votes) - Tips For Planning Great Baby Showers - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Chris SmithBaby showers are parties thrown for friends that are pregnant. This practice has significantly changed over the course of the years and has gradually become more and more elaborate and planned. Baby showers can make an expectant mother feel more secure in the fact that her friends are all ...
Views: 841(3 votes) - Go for a Twin Flame, Not a Soul Mate - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Jim HagueBy Jim Hague It is long believed in western culture that concept behind Soul Mates pertain to lovers only. But the dictionary defines soul mates as two persons compatible with each other in disposition, point of view, or sensitivity. This does not necessarily imply lovers. Us spiritual ...
Views: 5939(2 votes) - Stress Management Training--The First Step in Managing Stress - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Richard KuhnsThe first step to manage unhealthy stress that you learn in Stress Management training is not Tylenol, Motrin..., but instead deep breathing. Caution, if you suffer from panic/anxiety and or agoraphobia, this technique is not recommended until after the symptoms are history. The reason this is ...
Views: 3851(6 votes) - Panic Attacks, Anxiety, and Somatic Experiencing: Part II - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Bill WhiteIn Part I of this two-article series we discussed Somatic Experiencing (SE), Dr. Peter A. Levine’s anxiety and trauma healing philosophy, within the context of a contributor to panic attacks and anxiety. Well, now we’re going to have a look at SE from a treatment perspective. As with the first ...
Views: 4540(2 votes) - Nurturing Perspective - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2010 from G. StewartSometimes there are days that for one reason or another every trivial activity seems to have a burdensome feeling attached. Wondering why, I shrug and think or rather know that it probably has more to do with my attitude. But of course in the moment that helps me not. I remembered a story ...
Views: 1852(4 votes) - Why Use A Home Gym? - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2012 from Robert BraunIn many people’s minds, fitness is associated with the kind of aerobic conditioning that comes from running on a treadmill or using an elliptical machine. However, the consensus among experts is now that complete fitness includes the strength that comes only from weight-bearing exercise like ...
Views: 1529(2 votes) - Breast tumor markers – are they useful? - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2011 from mai brooksBreast cancer is the most common form of cancer in women and the second leading cause of cancer deaths in American women. In 2009, approximately 194,280 patients are estimated to be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer, and 62,280 with carcinoma in situ. An estimated 40,610 will die of this ...
Views: 858(2 votes) - Bullying Prevention Skills and Techniques for Children - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Mark LakewoodChild bullying is a big problem in our schools today. The main difference between child bullying today from the past is the nature of the bullying and the violence that occurs in the aftermath. Cyberbullying is becoming a popular and more destructive form of bullying than traditional bullying. ...
Views: 1037(2 votes) - 4 Ways To Identify And Eliminate Automatic Negative Thoughts - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Kimberly EnglotHow we think about life determines how we feel about life. If you want to spend more time happy, peaceful, and content and less time angry, resentful, and stressed-out you have learn to be aware of your thoughts and deal with the negative ones when they creep into life. Negative thoughts ...
Views: 5769(3 votes) - What is the Authentic Self? - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Kimberly EnglotInner wisdom, truth, authentic self, intuition, life joy…all of these refer to the same thing: the voice inside your heart, mind and “gut” that guides you quietly, clearly and truly. Your authentic self is completely supportive of you, but you will surely notice when you’re not listening to ...
Views: 1324(4 votes) - Budget doesn't have to be a Four-Letter Word - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Nancy KvammeBudget doesn’t have to be a 4-Letter Word Many people dread the word budget. Money is active, you have to tell it where to go. The basic principle of making a budget is recording how much money you have coming in for the month. From that you subtract expenses for the month. First ...
Views: 1254(2 votes) - How Effective Meetings Eliminate Workplace Drama - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Marlene ChismYou dread dealing with the staff. No one gets along, everyone feels overwhelmed and the negativity is so thick you could cut it with a knife. Even if you increase sales, your money leaks out in turnover and absenteeism. This is going to shock you, but you could easily solve this problem if you ...
Views: 4117(5 votes) - ***Hiring People for Tele-Sales? Why Not Select Those Who Speak Intelligibly! - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Nancy DanielsIt is Saturday morning and I just received a phone call on my business line from a man who was doing a survey. The person he wanted to speak to had to be male and had to be over 21. [Thankfully, I was able to respond politely that I did not ‘fit the bill’ and proceeded to quickly end the call. ...
Views: 3705(2 votes) - Cyber cheating: Is it really cheating? - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from D.E. BooneToday the Internet is changing the way people interact and it is having an impact on committed relationships. People are chatting, flirting and even cheating online. The internet permits many to live out their fantasies. They can do and say what they cannot in real face to face encounters. This ...
Views: 1514(3 votes) - Exploring Religious Aspects of Infertility Treatments - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Mindy BerksonJust because society is capable of doing something does it mean we should? When you view this question in regards to Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) this question becomes extremely personal due to its religious connotations. It is estimated that 7.3 million women are affected by ...
Views: 1302(2 votes) - Cyber Relationships: Reasons why most don't work - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from D.E. BooneYou fell in love with him because he typed all the right words. A few love letters sent by way of a computer and he is all you can think about. In your head, the connection you feel as your fingers type is real. Or is it? Can you truly love another person just by typing words with a keyboard to ...
Views: 770(3 votes) - 4 Tips to Help You Can Get Over Him - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from D.E. BooneIt is the same old story - boy meets girl, boy dates girl, girl falls for boy. Soon girl discovers boy only wants one thing. Girl gets wise and rejects boy. Boy begs girl to take him back - he claims he will change. Unwisely, girl gives boy one more chance. Boy shows his true colors, girl hates ...
Views: 527(2 votes) - Five Ways to Help Your Broken Hearted Girl Friend - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from D.E. BooneAlice was freshly discarded by her boyfriend. All cried out, she has grown tired of eating brownies and singing sad songs. Finally, she is ready to come out from under the sheets. You decide it's time to step in to help mend her broken heart. Cases like this happens everyday. Either you know ...
Views: 884(2 votes) - Daily Affirmative Prayer - I Have Complete Control Over My Own Thoughts - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Gayle Dillon“I Have Complete Control Over My Own Thoughts... You can find yourself in an endless loop where you explain that you feel negative because of the negative behavior of someone else. But if, instead, you take control of your own emotions and you think an improved thought because it feels better to ...
Views: 2236(3 votes) - Typical Sales Commission – Realtors Will Negotiate - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Steve HattanThe typical sales commission for real estate can run anywhere from three to seven percent depending on many different circumstances including geographic location and competition among realtors. With the way everything in the world is today, many homeowners do not want or cannot afford to pay ...
Views: 1397(4 votes) - The Suzan Boyle Phenomenon!Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Suzann RyeThe Susan Boyle Phenomenon! Why has UK (Scottish) Britain’s Got Talent Contestant, Susan Boyle, become such a huge worldwide success almost overnight? Is she really such a phenomenal talent as many claim, including usually harsh American Idol/Britain’s Got Talent judge, Simon Cowel? Well… ...
Views: 2438(3 votes) - Why Expert Help For Your New Business Is Critical - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2009 from Denise GriffittsGrowing a business is very much like raising a child. Both require lots of love and care, sleepless nights, excessive worrying and far more money than you originally envisioned. However, both are infinitely rewarding. Except, of course, that a business is not really your child. Or is it? Let’s ...
Views: 1561(4 votes) - The No in Yes - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Thekla RichterEvery time you say yes, you are also saying no. Every time you say no, you are also saying yes. Many people find it challenging to say no… to their loved ones, to their boss, to their own many desires. If a request is made of them or a project shows up, they feel obligated to accept it, ...
Views: 1501(3 votes) - Demonstrate Self-Confidence by Learning How to Identify How You Gather Information - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Lovie HobbsThink about it, how do you gather information? Do you believe everything you see and or hear. Do you religiously watch the evening news and believe every report. You never ask yourself what kind of spin did the new broadcast put on the report to “sensationalize” it., to increase their ...
Views: 1218(3 votes) - How You Can Optimize Your Computer - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Aline SmithHave you ever wondered why your computer becomes slow over time even it is the most up-to date version? Do you know that when you delete files or uninstall programs, empty spaces are left in your hard drive? These free spaces are like discontinuous blocks which is the main cause your computer’s ...
Views: 955(2 votes) - My Tortured Path to Creativity - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2009 from Royane RealToday if anyone asks me, "Who am I ?" I can answer that I am a writer. It wasn’t always this way. For many, many years, I ran away from being a writer. I was terrified of putting pen to paper, or fingers to computer keyboard, even though I knew since I was a little kid that I was desperate ...
Views: 1547(2 votes) - Want Personal Success? - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Peggy and Leon DavisWant Personal Success? Want success? What is that? “Success” has many different meanings to different people. To some, success is not important. To others, success is everything. The following is for those who desire some understanding or blueprint to success or self fulfillment. Let’s start ...
Views: 617(3 votes) - Use Your Mind to Support Your Goals - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Lynette PattersonIt’s hard to stand back and watch someone that you care about, a beautiful, amazing human being speak themselves out of being healthy. The “it’s too hard”, “I have no time”, “I don’t like the way it tastes”, “I’m too busy” excuses that rob them of their health and years of life on this ...
Views: 1903(3 votes) - Women as Entrepreneurs - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Barbara WulfIt’s been said that women are the Mothers of Invention. Nothing could be truer as we see an increasing number of women as entrepreneurs in today’s workplace. At a website for entrepreneurial women, www.entwomen.com, they state “a laptop, a bathrobe, and a cup o’Joe – what else do you need?” ...
Views: 1570(2 votes) - Affluent Marketing for Advisors - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Mark scatterfieldMost advisors will never do what it takes in order to attract the affluent marketplace clients. Sadly, most will rely on their existing network of mid-market contacts, unwilling and unable to break out of their comfort zone, refusing to embrace new approaches, relying only on what they perceive ...
Views: 563(2 votes) - Beginner's Introduction to Tarot Reading - by Submitted on May 02, 2010 from Talia FelixThe designation "Tarot" is applied to a deck of cards, typically 78 in number, made up from four suits of 14 cards each plus 22 symbolic picture-cards. The latter are numbered from 0 to 21. The designs of such trumps, usually called the major arcana, are quite intriguing, among them being such ...
Views: 1925(3 votes) - Building Your Own Home Renewable Energy - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Paul RodgersGo green and save thousands... Thousands of homeowners are building their own alternative power plant. There is no reason you cannot be building yours either. The very best part of consolidating a wind generator system into your business or home is the environmental impact. Thousands of ...
Views: 858(2 votes) - Intentional Eating Disorder - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Emile JarreauIt is a natural human urge to be loved, to be understood, and to be wanted. One of women’s biggest drives in life is to make themselves as attractive as they can, whether they do so through shopping, make-up, or even an intentional eating disorder. There is an extreme amount of pressure on ...
Views: 1147(2 votes) - Solar Energy Home Can Save You A Lot Of Money - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Paul RodgersHow would you like to UNPLUG your house from your electrical company, knowing that you are "100% powered by nature with renewable energy ? A Solar Energy Home can save you a lot of money, in addition Solar Energy operates quietly at home unseen and is pollution free. It has been said time ...
Views: 890(2 votes) - Has Someone Burst Your Bubble? - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Christine SherborneWe all have dreams, particularly when we are young and vulnerable. Have you had the experience of telling someone about dreams that you have in your heart, only to have them shoot them down in flames? They tell you all the reasons why you will fail, or that it can’t be done and will never ...
Views: 2243(2 votes) - When Life’s not Fair - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Christine SherborneEveryone’s life is a series of ups and downs, of valleys and mountain tops. We often think that if we do all the right things that all will go well for us, but the truth is that bad things do happen to good people. The world doesn’t owe us a living and even when we feel that we deserve a good ...
Views: 3310(3 votes) - How to Feel Better Now & A Life Review Excercise - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Christine SherborneI saw a technique on UK TV recently that I thought would be worth passing on to you. It is a technique for feeling better about yourself, your self esteem and your success. Whatever area of your life that you would like to bring up to a better emotional state can be done successfully by using ...
Views: 1747(2 votes) - Daily Wisdom - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Christine SherborneThinking back over last month, ask yourself what did you learn? From that lesson work out what you need to do differently in order to repeat a success or to avoid another mistake. Introspection is a great tool to build a better future for yourself. Look into your own actions, examining the ...
Views: 1915(4 votes) - Energy Leeches v Enthusiastic Supporters - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Christine SherborneThinking about the people in your life, who are the leeches and who are the supporters? Thinking right back to your early years who can you remember being the friends and family that have put you down, told you “you can't do it”, or “you are hopeless”? How did they make you feel? What did you do ...
Views: 2010(2 votes) - Simplify Your Life - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Christine SherborneYou probably experience more stress than you need to, because your life is too complex. Today, we are bombarded with information from many sources, directly and indirectly. This makes your life very complicated, as you struggle with emails, papers, bills and people, worried in case you miss ...
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