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- Law of Attraction and Physical Healing - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsQuestion: Many self help books suggest not to pay attention to unwanted things as the law of attraction states, the universe will bring exactly those into life. So how is it that when I'm meditating, it helps to get relief from discomfort and pain by rather focusing my attention to the body ...
Views: 897(43 votes) - 8 Tips For Improving Your Relationship With In-Laws - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWhen you asked your spouse to marry you, or when you said yes to the question, did you fully comprehend what you were saying at the time? You were planning out the rest of your life at the moment and inviting another person to join you in the journey. But did you realize who they’d be ...
Views: 1387(4 votes) - Dealing with Sadness and Depression - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsQuestion: My husband and I met while we were both on the rebound and were both doing a lot of partying which continued far too long into our married life. We both did quit our bad habits however in the following years I focused on the kids and their activities and he worked more hours. ...
Views: 18642(16 votes) - Food Combining: The Little-Understood Secret to Optimal Health & Weight Revealed - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsSteak and potatoes, tuna-noodle casserole, scrambled eggs with toast... these classic American meals are also classic examples of why the Standard American Diet is making us fatter and more prone to disease. After eating one of those traditional American meals, you might experience bloating ...
Views: 1329(4 votes) - Gratitude is the Key to Happiness - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsHappiness is not difficult. It's only when we let other things get in the way that it seems difficult to obtain. To me, the key to happiness is wanting what you have, rather than having what you want. What this means is that I am satisfied with what I have, what I do, who I associate with. ...
Views: 3376(8 votes) - Make Your Kitchen and Living Room Eco-Chic: Five Tips to Green it Up - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsYou can have most luxurious living room in town—the party’ll still end up in the kitchen. Get yours a little greener with these tips from Anna Rosemann of EcoConsulting LA. A good composter dramatically reduces the waste that you send to the landfill and can help counteract black thumb in the ...
Views: 1936(4 votes) - Miracle or Coincidence? - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsAlbert Einstein wrote, “There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle.” I believe in miracles. I also believe we can create them by our thoughts. We’ve all experienced those “coincidences” when someone we have ...
Views: 6479(4 votes) - Secrets for Sensitive People to Find Relationships That Work: Why Emotional Empaths May Stay Lonely or Alone - by Submitted on May 18, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsLoneliness gets to some more than others. But why it hangs on isn’t always apparent when read by traditional medical eyes. In my practice and workshops I’ve been struck by how many sensitive, empathic people who I call “emotional empaths” come to me, lonely, wanting a romantic partner, yet ...
Views: 1860(4 votes) - Success Isn't Easy and It's Not Self-Sustainable - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsDecide right now that you're going to be successful, and decide right now that you're going to be able to handle that success when the time comes. "Ha!" you might say -- "I should be so lucky! I'll cross that bridge when I get to it." If you want to design your own luck and put yourself on the ...
Views: 1680(4 votes) - The Most Important Way to Increase Energy and Improve Mood in Challenging Times - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIt is curious that when most people encounter challenging periods in life they ignore the very thing that will most increase energy, improve their mood and productivity, and give them the fuel to overcome the challenge. I have been prone to this myself, and have a good sense of where it stems ...
Views: 1043(4 votes) - Walking Your Talk: How Do You Treat A Waitress? - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWe had a TV series in London. One of our fellow TV presenters seriously upset the camera crew when they arrived at his house. He was rude and dismissive, essentially putting himself on a pedestal and treating them like lowly workers. Minutes later, when the camera was turned on, he became the ...
Views: 971(4 votes) - 7 Ways and 7 Days to Renew Your Life - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsTo renew and reinvent our lives, WE NEED A PLAN! Here it is: a seven-day process to work with over and over. This plan incorporates physical, mental and spiritual work. Use the whole seven-day process, or choose any one of the days to work with as you create the life you want. DAY 1: ...
Views: 753(3 votes) - Clear Skin At Any Age - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsHigh school is a memory. You have a career, or you're raising a family. Bad skin, you assume, is a thing of the past. But just when you think that you're out of the woods, acne hits you right in the face. Dermatologists regularly hear the lament, "Acne, at my age?!", expressed by women who ...
Views: 855(3 votes) - Courage - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWithout question, courage is essential to the work of entrepreneurs and change agents, and anyone Working for Good. The journey to creating something new and changing something old is not easy and continually calls for courage to face the unknown, the uncertain, the never-been-done before, the ...
Views: 1008(6 votes) - Create An Eco-Friendly Kitchen - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsPurchase as few prepackaged prepared food items as possible. The burden to the environment from the extensive use of plastic, tin cans and cardboard containers is staggering. Trash from the packaging of food in the U.S. is two hundred million tons a day! Try to cut down or eliminate the use ...
Views: 820(3 votes) - Don't Take a Deep Breath: Un-Inhale Your Aspiration to Control Instead - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsTry the following: sit back and just breathe for a few moments. But before you actually "do" this, let us get clear on one point: there is no "doing" involved in this exercise, just witnessing of your breath exactly as it is at any given moment - for a few moments. You might be thinking: ...
Views: 1881(9 votes) - Enjoy Today Regardless, it’s Your Choice - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIf you knew you had one day left before going to prison for the rest of your life, what would you do on that last day of freedom? Perhaps those are the things we all should be doing right now. Things that really nurture us. Things that put us in touch with our Spirit. Whether we're ...
Views: 837(3 votes) - Finding Heroes - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThere are people who have complained on blogs and letters to the editors about the amount of attention the recent deaths of Michael Jackson (in particular), Farrah Fawcett, Ed McMahon, and yes, even Billy Mays of infomercial fame, have received. The question asked, quite bitterly in some cases, ...
Views: 809(3 votes) - Giving: It’s The New Getting - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThe Dalai Lama was giving teachings in Dharamsala, India. It was crowded and cold and very uncomfortable sitting on mats on the concrete floor. Deb was longing to go back to our hotel room so she could meditate quietly on her own when we heard him start talking about the dangers of solitary ...
Views: 907(3 votes) - Holy Hannah, This Stuff Works Fast! - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThose of you who read Pray Rain entries or my response to Tia from this post or been in group mastermind conversations know I’ve been getting healthy reminders from Universe to follow intuition- regardless of how much sense it does or doesn’t make. Which I thought I was already pretty good ...
Views: 991(3 votes) - Honey, You Need New Glasses! Gratitude Looks Good On You - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThere was little for me to do, but paint my toe nails green. I signed the petition to help the people of Iran and then I dashed off to get a mani-pedi. Still thinking about Iran, I chose green for my pedicure. Perhaps, it was a silly little gesture. My toes were now the color of mold. As I ...
Views: 1138(3 votes) - Hoping You Will Get Back Together after the Breakup? - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Intent.com Authors“Just get over it!” “Get past it!” These commonly-given and common-sense responses to our breakup experience just don’t help for some of us. There are many reasons why we are not open to moving on after a heart break (usually in this case we are the Break-ee as opposed to the Break-er; ...
Views: 4339(3 votes) - Listen to Your Symphony: An Exercise for Exploring Your Self at Deeper Levels (LONG) - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsMargaret, I was just reading your blog about self-awareness and communication. Are there some more specific “homework” type things I can do? I need a lot of work. I have been in counseling for awhile and feel stuck. I am hoping to come get a couples reading sometime! I love reading your ...
Views: 535(3 votes) - Listen Up! - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIn my opinion, there is no greater way to show love and devotion for our friends, family, loved ones, etc., than to truly listen to them. And by listening, I mean listening from the heart. I am sure none of you can relate to this, but I have actually had experiences of people texting DURING ...
Views: 1065(3 votes) - Money Saving Getaways: Vacation vs. Stay-cation! - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsOn Saturday morning, my husband and I are taking our youngest two children to Los Angeles, even though we debated canceling the trip for some time. Stephen called our hotel and mentioned that we were considering cancellation because of the economy. They drastically lowered our hotel bill and ...
Views: 1142(3 votes) - Morning Motivation: Believe in Yourself - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThe world is bursting with possibility. There are unlimited opportunities just waiting for those who dare to pursue them: new businesses, new volunteer opportunities, new books to write, new masterpieces to paint, new friends to meet, and more. Whether you reach out and grab what you want ...
Views: 775(3 votes) - Morning Motivation: Moving Past a Divorce or Breakup - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsA Native American Sauk Elder named Black Hawk explained that in his tribe, newlyweds spend one year together just getting to know each other and deciding if they can be a happily married couple. If not, they simply walk away from that relationship and seek new partners. There are no lawyers or ...
Views: 833(3 votes) - Morning Motivation: You Are Divinely Loved - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThe next time you’re having a really bad day (or a rough Monday morning,) remember the spiritual Teachings’ reassurance that each of us is deeply, completely, divinely loved. Think about the intense and protective love that a mother has for her child. One of The Sayings of Muhammad is, ...
Views: 663(3 votes) - My Marathon Cookies - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsTraining for a marathon can be grueling, but occasionally it's also delicious. Turns out, things like carbs, salt, and sugar are not just permissible, they are necessary. Got that friends? Muy necesarios. Here's one of my favorite "recovery" foods after a long weekend run. The recipe came to me ...
Views: 1095(3 votes) - My Morning Booty Call - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsI have a morning booty call, no missing it, it is absolute. It is my two year old ready for his bottom to be changed. Funny thing, when we were called upon to give our morning routines, this naturally came to mind as it’s my reality. Sorry to disappoint those that may have thought this was ...
Views: 951(3 votes) - New Study Reveals Unusual Way to Be Happier - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsHow to be happier … when you think about it, this is really the basis for virtually every piece of advice ever given by one person to another. What follows is a simple intense experience called “mudita” in Buddhism, and proven by recent scientific studies, that will help you be ...
Views: 638(3 votes) - Sharing Space and Dealing with Moments of Chaos - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThere are many wonderful things about living with others, but dealing with their clutter is most certainly not one of them. Living with my partner (and before that roommates) has always been a special challenge during times of emotional stress. You see, when I’m sailing through life, ...
Views: 715(3 votes) - Starting the Night Before: What is the Best Way to Start the Day? - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWhat is the best way to start the day? Start it the evening before. For everything you do the night before, there is one less thing to do in the morning. For example: get your clothes ready the night before. If the clothes are dirty, wrinkled or unwearable, you will find out the night ...
Views: 544(3 votes) - Take a Breather - 5 Quick Ways to Refresh and Recharge - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsSometimes, some of the most mundane activities in your daily routine can be the much needed stress reliever of the day. After making a promise to myself about taking my steps toward wellness, I found some simple ways to release energy and rest myself in moments when I feel too overwhelmed. This ...
Views: 815(3 votes) - The Current of Life - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWe’ve all paid our dues–at some point–for the sake of our kids, muscling through the parental prerequisite ninety minutes of yet another disengaging children’s movie. Think “Lilo and Stitch” or “Curly Sue”… On the other hand, we‘ve also experienced the moment, sitting in those same theater ...
Views: 660(3 votes) - The Life Force Salad - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsDon’t let the strong-flavoured ingredients fool you; this salad is amazing! It’s my favorite. Even if I’m not in the mood for salad, I can eat Life Force Salad. It earns the name because it is full of life force ingredients including greens, sprouts, garlic, ginger, citrus fruit juice, and more. ...
Views: 1194(3 votes) - The Opportunity of Collapse - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsI have responded to a comment on my "bankruptcy" story few days ago. Here is what I said: "Thank you, I believe however that my friend can see another way of creating her life, one that is not encompassed by the usual "home and a job" model. There might be a whole new way of being, available ...
Views: 588(3 votes) - The Power of Letting Go - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThere is great power in letting go but the first step is having the power within yourself to actually do it. I am speaking of the things that no longer serve us. This could be attachments to food, alcohol, relationships, work, the internet, or just daily habits that get in our way of happiness. ...
Views: 819(3 votes) - The Psycho-Physiology of Stress - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIn the west, stress has become a major contributing factor in the cause of disease with some authorities attributing up to eighty percent of disease to stress. According to Ayurveda, the cause of disease is attributed to “the mistake of the intellect1”, or Pragya Paradh. This is when the mind ...
Views: 2734(3 votes) - The Ugly Side of Frightened Love - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsQuestion: (From Italy) These last two years I tried to know myself, love myself and hoping to understand that if I don't love myself nobody can do. I tried to practice the path of love and truth and understanding. Everything was ok until I fell in love. After the first part, romance, paradise ...
Views: 1046(3 votes) - Three Rs of Manifesting - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsI think I’m so clever when I sum something up with a couple of words that start with the same letter. (Is that alliteration?) Whether it’s clever, silly, or just an excuse for a blog post, I thought I’d share the latest one - because if we can keep it simple, it’s easier to employ, right? ...
Views: 1102(3 votes) - Vocal Harmonics and Listening - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsMy first introduction to hearing vocal harmonics came from listening to recordings many years ago. I heard the harmonic sounds and tried to duplicate them. Later on, I studied with masters of the harmonic voice from many different traditions. Yet, there are now many individuals who hear and ...
Views: 1882(3 votes) - Want to be Happy? Let Go of Your Picture of Perfection! - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWe all strive to create more happiness, love and prosperity in our lives. We want good friends, secure meaningful jobs and healthy loving families AND we have an idea of what this "should" look like. It is positive and helpful to have goals and clarity about what we want in life, the problem ...
Views: 686(3 votes) - What Helps You Expand Your Thinking? - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsSo many of us think about creativity in the context of being an artist or musician. However I prefer the definition that resiliency expert Frederic Flach uses. Creativity is “a response to a situation that calls for a novel but adaptive solution, one that serves to accomplish a goal.” That’s ...
Views: 695(3 votes) - What Would Make It An “Of Course”? - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2009 from Intent.com Authors“So happy and excited” - that’s what many of think we’ll feel when our big thing manifests. But I don’t think that’s necessarily the case much of the time. Because by the time our big thing is happening, we’re not usually bouncing off the walls with excitement. We saw it coming, we got ...
Views: 818(3 votes) - Why is God Laughing if There is So Much Suffering? - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIn my book Why Is God Laughing, the premise is that the ground of our being is joyous and full of laughter. I have often been asked, “With so much suffering in the world how can you say God is laughing?” There is extreme exploitation of people everywhere , 50% of the world’s population are ...
Views: 893(3 votes) - ME-Vows: The 5 Promises You Must Make With Yourself - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Intent.com Authors“I promise to love, honor and cherish you…,” the proverbial vows we’ve all witnessed at one wedding ceremony or another, each person taking a vow to be with the other forever, a serious and deep commitment for sure. Yet today’s divorce rate still hovers around 50%. Why? Are we just a society ...
Views: 7810(8 votes) - Find Your Personal Year Number for 2009 Using Numerology - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThe beginning of the year finds many of us looking at the changing numbers that denote the passing of calendar and clock time in our lives. We count down the days until the holiday season. We watch one calendar close and a new one open on the tick of midnight on the last day of the year. As ...
Views: 2590(5 votes) - Stop Apologizing - Start Living - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsStop Apologizing and Start Living. That's right. I have recently become aware of an interesting phenomenon - many of us apologize all the time. It might be an apology where you actually say "I'm Sorry", but it might be much more subtle. It is a way that we silently apologize for who we are, as ...
Views: 5114(5 votes) - Plagued by Negative Sensations? Be in Your Body First - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsYou can't heal your body unless you're in it. Sounds reasonable, right? Then how come the instant most of us get sick we check out, the sooner the better? We feel pain or discomfort, we get scared, we withdraw. We're out of our bodies so fast, the last thing on our minds is to rally every iota ...
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