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- 7 Unusual Steps to Office Zen: Mind, Body, Spirit - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsMIND * Keep a stack of small origami squares on your desk next to an empty jar. Any time your mind is wandering from your task and you want to keep your fingers busy, fold yourself a paper crane and place on in a jar. Pretty soon, you will have an entire jar of little paper origami cranes. ...
Views: 2109 - Are You a Compulsive Overeater? - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsCompulsive overeating is characterized by an obsessive compulsive relationship to food. It is the sister to binge eating disorder, where one eats large amounts of food, sometimes 5,000 calories or more, rapidly. Most people with these disorders feel out of control when they eat, eat alone due to ...
Views: 638 - Being in the Now - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsQuestion: You can teach us about the "now" and we can think about being in the "now", but in order to be in the "now", we cannot be thinking about it. How do we reach this mind frame if we cannot force ourselves into being there? The very act of thinking puts us out of where we desire ...
Views: 634 - 9 Tips for Staying Motivated to Exercise - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsEveryone knows that exercise is a KEY element to good health. The trick is keeping yourself motivated to exercise, if you’re a person who naturally relapses into the couch-potato pose. It took me years of prodding, but I’ve finally managed to turn myself into a dedicated exerciser. I never ...
Views: 707 - Spring Clean Your Closet in Four Easy Steps - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsJust a few short days ago the vernal equinox reared its well-organized head and instead of being made to feel like a compulsive neat freak, I was able to spring-clean with societal approval and encouragement. I particularly look forward to going through my wardrobe at this time of year. I use ...
Views: 774 - Go Ahead: Set Those Dream Goals Now! - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraLife indeed is just too short to let it pass by and success in its most phenomenal state is just around the corner if you simply apply a few of these theories and principles. 1.) Focus, focus and focus. By concentrating and focusing on your dream goals and steps for at least one hour per week, ...
Views: 783 - Beauty Products And The Quest For Beauty - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraNatural is essentially beautiful but in this day and age wherein the skin and body is exposed to environmental pollutants and harmful substances even from the diet, the natural may need the aid of beauty products. Almost every woman is in for the quest of beauty as beauty is usually connoted ...
Views: 768(1 vote) - ***Capturing C-Level Quality Leads - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Sam ManferQuality leads, especially those of C-level executives, generate sales. These leads will come as the result of effective passive and active marketing. Part I -- Passive Marketing Since we live in an Internet world, if you don't have Internet presences, you're behind your competition. ...
Views: 1537 - Me and My Mandalas - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsApril showers may very well bring May flowers, but what to do with the kids in the meantime? Here is a conscious parenting tip for rainy days and other occasions. Having a little rain, are we? Yes, I know it is still March, but “April showers” are here. Today. What to do with the kids when ...
Views: 653(1 vote) - Tautology: Total Eclipse of Meaning - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThe word “tautology” literally means “repeating what has been said” (from Greek tauto for “same” and logos for “saying”)(1), as in "A is A." The philosophical East and West differ in terms of the value of saying the same thing twice. From the stand-point of the Western thought, Popeye’s “I ...
Views: 1072 - Overcoming the Superwoman Syndrome - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Madeline LewisIn today’s fast pace lifestyle, many women are often caught up in what is appropriately called the “Superwoman Syndrome.” These women are constantly striving to accomplish everything possible in a perfect manner and have not learned how to put themselves as a top priority. Most often, they do ...
Views: 16202(2 votes) - Debt Advice: What Get’s You in Debt, and How to Get Back Out - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThe balance between the money coming into your pocket and the money going out has got to be maintained. If you were to weigh the two, the ideal scene would be this: cash coming in weighs 75% more than the dough going out. To simply put, earn plenty more than what you spend for. But that kinda ...
Views: 824 - What is a Cajun Traiteur? - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2009 from Sue HeldenbrandUnless you are from South Louisiana, the word "traiteur" would sound strange to you. Cajuns are an ethnic group from the Acadiana area of Southern Louisiana. Some would call the Cajun traiteur a faith healer. This tradition has existed since the 1700's when the Acadians first migrated to ...
Views: 11716(3 votes) - Basic Facts About the Basset Hound - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThe Basset Hound grows longer than it does taller – it stands at an average of 15 inches and weighs an average of 55 pounds. With the given figures, you could easily say that it's built quite stocky, but can move a lot better than it seems capable of. This breed has long floppy ears with a ...
Views: 1164 - "Eat, Pray, Love" Your Way to Closer Relationships - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsSpring has sprung, and many of us are slowly moving out of hibernation and feeling ready to get outside. This luring translates to relationships as well. With the bad news of the recession pounding, we need to surround ourselves with positive, upbeat people to help us shift gears, focus on the ...
Views: 781 - Your Doctor is Part of Your Grief Team - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIn my life as a psychic medium, I receive many calls and emails from people who have recently lost loved ones. Some people, in deep grief, can hardly function and it is understandable. It is important for all of us to remember than if we or people we know cannot function due to grief, a trip ...
Views: 883 - Pictures, and the Power of the Innocent Archetype - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsA short while ago I asked some of my workshop members to select pictures of themselves, aged about 5, and to examine and discuss what they saw. At first the discussion was somewhat hilarious, looking at these snapshots of kids in unusual or cute poses, yet it quickly became obvious that there ...
Views: 816 - Promote Your Programs Through Affiliate Ebook Marketing - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraAffiliate marketers have various ways of promoting their affiliate programs online. One of the current methods in use and is quite popular among online marketers is the affiliate ebook marketing. As an online marketer, you can promote affiliate business using your own ebook. You have the choice ...
Views: 650 - Research Reveals New Flower Power - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsSpring brings Vitamin D energy and green growth into our lives. There is an easy, natural self-confidence about hidden potential percolating beneath the earth’s surface. When buds and bulbs emerge, there is no consciousness of the past, only fresh beginnings with a clean slate. One of the most ...
Views: 915(1 vote) - How to Colon Cleanse - Four Success Tips - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Mark AmentIf you're thinking about colon cleansing for the first time and wondering if it can work, the choices can seem overwhelming. On the market there are several kinds of cleansing programs including oxygen cleanses, fiber programs, specialized diets, herbal cleanses and fasting. Each one of them ...
Views: 2252 - The Importance of Play - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWhere an apple a day might keep you out of the doctor's office, doing something fun every 24 hours is a great rule of thumb when difficult times come your way. Reviewing Richard Dowden's new book, Africa: Altered States, Ordinary Miracles, author Pam Houston noted that by the mid 1990's, 31 of ...
Views: 1690 - Energy Prices Just One Year Ago - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Roger CoryDuring the spring of last year our country was awashed with cries from the business community regarding the stratospheric rise in oil and natural gas prices. Energy companies were reporting record profits, while energy service companies charged whatever they wanted for the use of their drill ...
Views: 777 - ***Married With Children: Jon and Kate Have It All Wrong - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. Like us, we are sure many of you have been following the on-going saga surrounding the so-called “reality” show, Jon & Kate Plus Eight. Well, it seems like Jon and Kate are going to go their separate ways – divorce seems eminent. Ah, but ...
Views: 3267(33 votes) - What Are Your Goals? - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Intent.com Authors“We are engineered as goal-seeking mechanisms. We are built that way. When we have no personal goal which we are interested in and which “means something” to us, we are apt to “go around in circles,” feel “lost” and find life itself “aimless,” and “purposeless.” We are built to conquer ...
Views: 646 - Winning Prospects for Your Email List - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from John OsgoodThese days whenever a prospect searches the web, they either end up on a capture page or are greeted with a pop up window asking for their contact information. While others may not mind this, especially when they are really interested, to some, this is just plain annoying and they would ...
Views: 733 - Seven Powerful Ways to Get Your Kids to Eat Healthy - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWith childhood obesity, autism and other childhood disorders on the rise, everyone from doctors to teachers and parents are seeking solutions for better health. At the most basic level, everyone can agree that kids can benefit from eating healthier. Truth is, with all the glitzy candy and ...
Views: 1435(16 votes) - Inspirational Quotes from Famous Women Athletes: How 3 Motivational Quotes Can Enhance Your Life - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Michael LeeGirl power is very much in full force as evidenced by the number of women athletes we have. We have professional golf players, energetic tennis players, competitive swimmers, and more. Women have infiltrated almost every sport known to the world. What better way to motivate yourself then than to ...
Views: 3622(2 votes) - Stop Being Tired: How to End Your Tiredness in 3 Simple Steps - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Michael LeeI was once a victim of extreme tiredness. Even though my job wasn’t overly taxing, I would still come home feeling like a ton of bricks fell on me. I wanted to stop being tired for once because it was taking a toll, not only on my health, but also on my work and personal life. If you’re ...
Views: 672 - Article Marketing Strategy: Write Articles to Claim the Top Spot in Your Niche - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Lisa AngelettieWhen I first started out on the web as a psychotherapist, I had no idea that I was trying to penetrate a saturated niche - relationship advice. I just got started and let the chips fall where they may. What I didn't know back then was how writing articles on different issues in my niche and ...
Views: 1831(5 votes) - When Shopping is Not Shopping (for Your Mate) - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Rachel BerbudeauA typical and yet interesting reality is that most women enjoy shopping and most men do not. As one interested in human behavior this is a fascinating finding worthy of some curiosity. The explanation of the differences between the two genders regarding shopping might be found in a basic ...
Views: 833 - ***Cheating On Your Spouse Is Not Okay! - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. It appears that the Governor of South Carolina, Mark Sanford, has admitted to having an affair. His extramarital love affair with a woman from Argentina has again driven home the point that trust is at the heart of the most successful marriages, and ...
Views: 3333(43 votes) - Create Wealth Online: The Proven System of ‘The Power of 3’ - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Diana HazlettNot too long ago, there was a TV show that talked about the Power of 3. This particular ‘Power of 3’ was based on magic and the witchcraft of 3 supposed sisters in the television show “Charmed.” In the internet marketing industry at times it may seem like you could use some help from the magic ...
Views: 872 - It's Time to Kick Mediocrity to the Curb - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Shawn DriscollWe’ve become a nation of ‘tolerators’. We expect bad service. We tolerate poor corporate leadership. We barely question biased journalism. We buy mediocre products. We’ve grown immune to hype and overblown marketing messages. And it’s coming at a price. Our businesses are suffering. Our ...
Views: 936 - Mentoring Youth Involved in Domestic Violence - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Todd HicksAre you familiar with any young people who have a domestic violence background? Would you be honored to instill in them a message that discourages inflicting harm against others, especially the ones they live with? You will learn methods you can use to mentor youth who have committed domestic ...
Views: 1497 - Clouded Vision - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Janet WilksI love the work of Joe Vitale. He has opened my mind and my heart. One of the things he talks about, is how we have to disassociate ourselves from our thoughts and understand we are not our thoughts. He says it’s a bit like us being the sky and our clouds being our thoughts and that we can just ...
Views: 1491 - Start Marketing Your Book Today - Whether You’ve Finished it or Not! - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Melinda CoppAlthough everyone thinks about book marketing AFTER they’ve published a book, smart authors start before they even go to press. Especially as a first-time author, if you start marketing your book at least six months before it’s done, then you can build an audience of readers who are ready to buy ...
Views: 1184(1 vote) - Persuasive Writing: How to Harness the Power of the Story - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Melinda CoppMost people love stories for entertainment—we go to the movies to watch stories, we read novels before bed, and we share our own stories with friends. But aside from the entertainment value, storytelling is a powerful marketing and selling technique that you can use for business-related writing ...
Views: 1057(2 votes) - Believe That You Can, and Be Right! - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Tina VanderbylTeaching our kids about Abundance and the Law of Attraction can be frustrating, confusing, and hard to stick to if parents forget to remember to apply to their own lives what they teach to their kids. To model the Law of Attraction effectively, we must first be willing to give our thoughts and ...
Views: 983 - *** How to Save Your Sanity During Life Transitions - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Dr. Tolu AdeleyeLife is full of changes and transitioning from one stage or position to another is a natural part of daily living. Unfortunately, some of those changes -- like divorce, job loss, or the death of someone close to you- are imposed on you most often by circumstances beyond your control. What more ...
Views: 3900(2 votes) - Know Your Loving Partner - by Submitted on May 23, 2010 from Thoms WarriorIn fact meeting with a loving partner is a very exciting matter, but it depends on the matter that you are meeting your partner the first time or it is your regular meeting. In case of regular meeting it is a occasion of great joy, if the relationship is good between the couple. But in case of ...
Views: 2107(1 vote) - Family Relationships - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Keith BrayGot this great reading today from Hazelden, and boy did it hit home! I only wish that I had “got it” as it relates to my mother by the time I was 35. Man, she, and a few select other very close to me, knew exactly what buttons to push. I’ve learned that it was I who allowed them to be pushed, ...
Views: 1209(1 vote) - Uncertainty and fear, tips to get a grip! - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Joan HangarterIf you are suffering from increased anxiety and stress, move over. You are not alone. Statistics are showing that almost 85 % of Americans are feeling anxious. It should not come as a surprise that sales of anti-depressants are up. That’s the bad news. None of us has the power to personally ...
Views: 1937(2 votes) - Is it Your Intuition Speaking? How to Know - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Joan HangarterThe most frequent question I receive is about listening to your own intuition. How do you know the feelings you have are your intuition or your mind chatter. The intuitive mind is elusive. There's a fine line at times. We are taught from childhood not to listen to our own inner voice, to ...
Views: 5244(3 votes) - What Is Young and Is It Better? - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Angel HarperWHAT IS YOUNG AND IS IT BETTER? I read the other day that our 60's are really the new 40's. So does that mean that the 40 year olds are the new 20 year olds? Hmm, maybe not. But what I have discovered is you can be 60 years "old" or 60 years "young". I started my independent study about what ...
Views: 707 - ACTION - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Ron HollandTHE GREAT SECRET OF LIFE IS ACTION THROUGH NON-ACTION I am a great believer and practitioner of eastern philosophy. I have also benefited tremendously from practices such as meditation and visualisation. I am the first to confess that most of my BIG ideas and success ideas (Eurekas!) have come ...
Views: 2956(1 vote) - Communication Tips for Talking about Tricky Topics - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Susie and Otto Collins“I want to quit my job and go back to school.” “I would like us to work with a relationship coach.” “I think we need to make some decisions about our child.” “I want to spend more intimate time with just you.” It's not always easy to speak what you want or how you see a situation in your ...
Views: 1455(1 vote) - Is Getting Mad Bad? - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2009 from Forrest SamnikI have asked countless number of children “Is getting mad bad?” Very close to 100% answered yes. This has made me very curious as to the message we are presenting to children about anger. It has made me wonder how we adults express our anger and how that affects our children’s perspective ...
Views: 4692(8 votes) - Goal Setting Lesson- How to Grow To Achieve Yourself - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Finley StewSomebody that does not possess deep-seated reason for setting her or his goal, chances of success will be diminished significantly. As A Matter Of Fact, a goal setting lesson plan creates a way for self development. If you wish to develop yourself then a goal setting lesson is vital. You can be ...
Views: 1117 - You Have To Be Present To Change Your Life Experience - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2011 from S. Evette GardnerIt’s difficult to be present in the space of feeling stressed or unfulfilled. Yet the only way to realize fulfillment in your experience is to be present. What may, upon first thought, seem like a paradox is really nothing more than a challenge. And the good news about challenges is that they ...
Views: 1788(2 votes) - Is Venting Good for You? - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2009 from Alan AHave you ever wondered if venting was a useful way to release your emotions? Simply put, is venting good for you? I guess that depends on what you mean by venting. If by venting you mean screaming, yelling, ranting or raving about your problems, feelings and emotions with anger, then no, venting ...
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