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- Definition: Relationship Advice - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2008 from Douglas PakRelationship counseling is the process of counseling the parties of a relationship in an effort to recognize and to better manage or reconcile troublesome differences and repeating patterns of distress. The relationship involved may be between members of a family or a couple (see also family ...
Views: 776 - Book Review: Living Life - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2008 from Douglas PakThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Life Lessons. Life Lessons are the values and views that you acquire over the course of your lifetime. Randy L. Wysong is the Official Guide to Life Lessons. Living Life: As If Thinking Matters, by R. L. Wysong, is a valuable ...
Views: 1177 - Definition: Life Lessons - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2008 from Douglas PakAdversities are a part of living, and we choose the way we react to each adversity in our lives. I would be the last to deny that adversities can be exceedingly difficult. Many times they will be senseless, unfair, painful, and beyond our control to prevent. However, they come into our lives for ...
Views: 8655 - Book Review: Write to Publish for Profit - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2008 from Douglas PakThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Publishing. Publishing includes the stages of the development, acquisition, copyediting, graphic design, printing (and its electronic equivalents), and marketing and distribution of books, newspapers, magazines, musical works, ...
Views: 1748 - Definition: Publishing - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2008 from Douglas PakPublishing is the process of production and dissemination of literature or information – the activity of making information available for public view. In some cases authors may be their own publishers, meaning; originators and developers of content also provide media to deliver and display ...
Views: 3213 - Book Review: Love First: A New Approach to Intervention for Alcoholism and Drug Addiction - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2008 from Douglas PakThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Intervention. An intervention is an orchestrated attempt by one, or often many, people (usually family and friends) to get someone to seek professional help with an addiction or some kind of traumatic event or crisis. Debra Norton is ...
Views: 1717 - Definition: Intervention - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2008 from Douglas PakAn intervention is an orchestrated attempt by one, or often many, people (usually family and friends) to get someone to seek professional help with an addiction or some kind of traumatic event or crisis. The term intervention is most often used when the traumatic event involves addiction to ...
Views: 11712 - Book Review: The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2008 from Douglas PakThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Stage Fright and Overcoming Stage Fright. Stage fright or performance anxiety refers to an anxiety, fear or persistent phobia related to performance in front of an audience or camera. This form of anxiety can precede or accompany ...
Views: 2326 - Definition: Stage Fright - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2008 from Douglas PakWhat is Stage Fright? People who have stagefright and fear of public speaking have the potential to be brilliant business communicators, speakers, actors and singers! That is because they have the feelings. Their feelings are up to the surface where they can be used to make genuine connection ...
Views: 4975 - Book Review: Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2008 from Douglas PakThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Naturopathic Medicine. Naturopathic Medicine is an alternative therapy which emphasizes the body's innate ability to heal and maintain itself. Naturopaths prefer to use natural remedies such as herbs and foods rather than surgery or ...
Views: 1669 - Definition: Naturopathic Medicine - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2008 from Douglas PakNaturopathic medicine (also known as naturopathy, or natural medicine) is a complementary and alternative medicine profession which emphasizes the body's innate (intrinsic) ability to heal and maintain itself. Naturopathic practice includes many different modalities and practitioners emphasize a ...
Views: 1558 - Book Review: Power Manners - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2008 from Douglas PakThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Business Etiquette. Business Etiquette is the set of written and unwritten rules of conduct that make social interactions between co-workers, clients, bosses and employees run more smoothly. Shannon Smith is the Official Guide to ...
Views: 2194 - Definition: Business Etiquette - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2008 from Douglas PakEtiquette, one aspect of decorum, is a code that governs the expectations of social behavior, according to the contemporary conventional norm within a society, social class, or group. Usually unwritten, it may be codified in written form. Etiquette usually reflects formulas of conduct in which ...
Views: 14936(1 vote) - Book Review: How to Find Your Way Back Home - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2008 from Douglas PakThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Spiritual Growth. Spiritual Growth is the enrichment of one’s personal spiritual beliefs through many different means, such as meditation, prayer, and enlightenment. Dr. Bess Permut is the Official Guide to Spiritual Growth. How to ...
Views: 902 - Definition: Spiritual Growth - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2008 from Douglas PakSpiritual formation is the growth and development of the whole person by an intentional focus on one’s (1) spiritual and interior life, (2) interactions with others in ordinary life, and the spiritual practices (prayer, the study of scripture, fasting, simplicity, solitude, confession, ...
Views: 3867 - Book Review: Self-Publishing Manual - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2008 from Douglas PakThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Self-Publishing. Self-Publishing is the publishing of books and other media by the authors of those works, rather than by established, third-party publishers. Modern advances in printing technology have made self-publishing easier and ...
Views: 1868 - Definition: Self-Publishing - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2008 from Douglas PakSelf-publishing is the publishing of books and other media by the authors of those works, rather than by established, third-party publishers. Although it represents a small percentage of the publishing industry in terms of sales, it has been present in one form or another since the beginning of ...
Views: 3078 - ***Book Review: How Children Become Violent - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2008 from Douglas PakThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Abuse and Recovery. Abuse and Recovery deals with countering and overcoming physical and mental harm of any degree or severity. Kathryn Seifert is the Official Guide to Abuse and Recovery. How Children Become Violent, by Kathryn ...
Views: 1177 - Definition: Abuse and Recovery - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2008 from Douglas PakPhysical abuse is abuse involving contact intended to cause feelings of intimidation, pain, injury, or other physical suffering or harm. Psychological abuse or emotional abuse is a form of abuse characterised by a person subjecting or exposing another to behaviour that is psychologically ...
Views: 1113 - Book Review: Joy on the Job - Over 365 Ways to Create the Joy and Fulfillment You Deserve - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2008 from Douglas PakThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Employee Motivation. Employee Motivation is the act of providing your employees with the incentives, inspiration and positive atmosphere that will motivate them to superior performance of their jobs. Doris Helge is the Official Guide ...
Views: 1285 - Definition: Employee Motivation - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2008 from Douglas PakMotivation is the reason or reasons for engaging in a particular behavior, especially human behavior as studied in economics, psychology and neuropsychology. These reasons may include basic needs such as food or a desired object, hobbies, goal, state of being, or ideal. The motivation for a ...
Views: 19625(3 votes) - Book Review: Dreams Are Only The Beginning - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2008 from Douglas PakThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Energy Medicine. Energy Medicine involves exploring and applying subtle energies as they relate to the experience of consciousness, healing, and human potential. Dorothy Martin-Neville is the Official Guide to Energy Medicine. Dreams ...
Views: 731 - Definition: Energy Medicine - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2008 from Douglas PakEnergy medicine is one of five domains of “complementary and alternative medicine” identified by the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) in the United States. The approaches vary widely in philosophy, approach, and origin. Many therapies are ...
Views: 3187 - Definition: Psychic - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2008 from Douglas PakIn popular culture the word psychic refers to the claimed ability to perceive things hidden from the senses through means of extra-sensory perception. The term also refers to theatrical performers who use techniques such as prestidigitation and cold reading to produce the appearance of having ...
Views: 1479 - Book Review: Do Dead People Watch You Shower? - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2008 from Douglas PakThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Psychic Readings and Psychics. Psychic is a term indicating mental abilities or phenomena that are unexplainable by known natural laws. People who have these abilities or are able to produce these phenomena are often called ...
Views: 1544 - Book Review: The 4-Hour Workweek - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2008 from Douglas PakThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Wealth - Creating Wealth and Building Wealth. Creating Wealth and Building Wealth are considered by many to be an integral part of success. Wealth can provide independence and many opportunities for success in other areas of your ...
Views: 712 - Definition: Wealth - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2008 from Douglas Pak"Wealth" can be described as an abundance of items of economic value, or the state of controlling or possessing such items, usually in the form of money, real estate and personal property. In many countries wealth is also measured by reference to access to essential services such as health care, ...
Views: 1125 - Book Review: Getting to Heaven on a Harley - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2008 from Douglas PakThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Forgiveness. Learning to forgive others and let go of negative emotions is a crucial part of feeling mentally, spiritually and psychologically healthy. Colin Tipping is the Official Guide to Forgiveness. Getting to Heaven on a ...
Views: 1112 - Definition: Forgiveness - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2008 from Douglas PakForgiveness is the process of ceasing to feel resentment, indignation or anger against another person for a perceived offense, difference or mistake, or ceasing to demand punishment or restitution. This definition, however, is subject to much philosophical critique. Forgiveness may be considered ...
Views: 10293 - Book Review: Acne Free in 3 Days - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2008 from Douglas PakThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Beauty. Beauty is clearly a subjective experience and can refer to both inner beauty and outer beauty. These views of beauty, frequently debated, are an integral part of how we see ourselves and see others. Chris Gibson is the ...
Views: 1294 - Definition: Beauty - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2008 from Douglas PakBeauty is a characteristic of a person, place, object or idea that provides a perceptual experience of pleasure, meaning or satisfaction. Beauty is studied as part of aesthetics, sociology, social psychology and culture. As a cultural creation, beauty has been extremely commercialized. An "ideal ...
Views: 1325 - Definition: Strategic Planning - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Douglas PakStrategic planning is an organization's process of defining its strategy, or direction, and making decisions on allocating its resources to pursue this strategy, including its capital and people. Various business analysis techniques can be used in strategic planning, including SWOT analysis ...
Views: 4954 - Book Review: Simplified Strategic Planning: A No-Nonsense Guide for Busy People Who Want Results Fast! It Works and How to Make - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Douglas PakThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Strategic Planning. Strategic Planning is an organization's process of defining its strategy, or direction, and making decisions on allocating its resources to pursue this strategy, including its capital and people. Donna Price is the ...
Views: 2520(2 votes) - Book Review: Business Consulting: A Guide to How It Works and How to Make It Work - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Douglas PakThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Business Consulting. Business Consultants help organizations improve their performance, primarily through the thorough analysis of existing business problems and the development of plans for improvement. Transform, Inc. is the ...
Views: 1138 - Definition: Business Consulting - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Douglas PakBusiness consulting refers to both the industry, and the practice of, helping organizations improve their performance, primarily through the thorough analysis of existing business problems and development of plans for improvement. Organizations hire the services of management consultants for a ...
Views: 21465(1 vote) - Book Review: Be the Person You Want to Be: Harness the Power of Neuro-Linguistic Programming to Reach Your Potential - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Douglas PakThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Neuro-Linguistic Programming. Neuro-Linguistic Programming is the idea that all language and behaviors are highly structured. Tad and Adriana James are the Official Guides to Neuro-Linguistic Programming. Tad and Adriana have ...
Views: 1299 - Book Review: Delivered from Distraction: Getting the Most out of Life with Attention Deficit Disorder - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Douglas PakThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Adult ADD / ADHD. Adult ADD or AADD are alternate terms commonly used to describe the neurological disorder attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) when it occurs in adults. Bonnie Mincu is the Official Guide to Adult ADD / ...
Views: 2125 - Definition: Adult ADD / ADHD - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Douglas PakAttention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), is a neurobehavioral developmental disorder affecting about 3-5% of the world's population under the age of 19. It typically presents itself during childhood, and is characterized by a persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity, as ...
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