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- Do You Know The True Impact of Your Own Thoughts? - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2010 from Roseanna LeatonI read a passage in a book by Neal Donald Walsh which describes the impact of your thoughts in a very straightforward manner. The passage was entitled "A Thought Is Forever" and went on to describe how thoughts generate energy which then create an impact upon the surrounding world, the universe ...
Views: 1242(1 vote) - Appreciation from '10 Ways to be Beautiful' - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2010 from Jenni P Parker-Brown10 WAYS TO BE BEAUTIFUL Appreciation Simply the greatest; a total body and soul orgasm. There is no state more powerful than when the volcanic lava of appreciation is flowing through the veins; sunsets around the world glow deeper and richer with the generous and benevolent ...
Views: 2079(6 votes) - Forgiveness - The Right Time is Up to You - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2010 from Kristin Robertson"Timing is everything, and this is not the time," a colleague once said to me when I offered her a job that would require a move to another state. Her family situation didn't allow her to move at that time, but she left open the possibility that the timing could be right in a difference ...
Views: 1751(2 votes) - The 8 steps to be unhappy, miserable, and depressed! - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2010 from Justin CrinerThe 8 steps to be unhappy, miserable, and depressed! So… people ask me all the time what they can do to be unhappy, more miserable, or depressed. There are so many people in this world that need the answers to these important questions. I decided that I would dedicate my time and vast ...
Views: 9632(10 votes) - "There can't be a crisis next week – my schedule is already full!" - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2010 from Pat MussieuxI had a meeting with a client last week and the discussion centered around how busy we all are. We had a lengthy chat about some strategies for taking control of each day. Here's a note I got from her over the weekend: "Just thinking of you! Detoxing my office!!!! Big Time. Amazing how in ...
Views: 1818(4 votes) - Creating Greater Harmony in Your Home - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2010 from Candace CzarnyPaying specific attention to the order, aesthetics, and positive sentiments integral to decorating any area according to Feng Shui principles, makes every day special. The purpose of Feng Shui, an ancient art of creating harmony in your environment, is to help you live a balanced and pleasant ...
Views: 979(1 vote) - Help Someone - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2010 from AGHORUNSE HENRYHelp Someone No one is indispensable. There is no self-made man; we are all made up through contribution of others. Life is usually a combination or components of raw materials before it turns to the purpose of intention in the heart of another. The waste at a point is the raw materials of ...
Views: 1154(2 votes) - It’s Okay To Slip-Up - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2010 from Scott ColettiAn act or thought that unintentionally deviates from what is right or true. This is the formal definition for slip-up. To slip-up should never be thought of as a failure to accomplish something. I am quite certain that many of us would agree that many mishaps we may have been involved with in ...
Views: 1207(3 votes) - Are You Micro-Managing The Universe - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2010 from Zoe RouthDo you have a very strong locus of control? You know - you feel absolutely in control of your own destiny, know how to influence, make decisions, take risks, create results... I'm a bit like that. OK, a lot like that. I've been an independent little tot since I was able to walk. Mum had ...
Views: 2188(1 vote) - Understanding Procrastination and How to Break the Habit - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2010 from Charlie RitchieIf you look up "procrastination" in the dictionary you are likely to find a simplified definition of the word, such as "putting off that which should be done today." However, procrastination is anything but simple. Learning to overcome procrastination can be a very difficult thing to do, ...
Views: 2656 - What Higher Ed Job Seekers Should Know When the Academic Year Has Started and They Still Haven't Found a Job - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2010 from Sean CookEvery August, new faculty and staff arrive on campus, to begin their new jobs. The month is packed full of meetings and preparations, and soon enough fades into memory, as freshman orientation passes, classes begin, and at some schools, football and tailgating roll into town. For new staff and ...
Views: 1200 - 2 Ways to Release Yourself From Being Small - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2010 from Nancy StremmelThis is something that happens in American schools. You probably remember the "smart kid" and you, I am sure, also remember "the dumb kid." How does this happen? Kids spend a great deal of time in Theta and very easily bend to suggestion from respected adults. It happens from the messages ...
Views: 1217 - ***Safety With an Open Heart - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2010 from Margaret PaulDo you live your life with your heart mostly open or mostly closed? Do you spend most of your time protecting against rejection or being taken advantage of, or most of your time open to sharing love with others?As children, many people had very heartbreaking experiences that caused them to close ...
Views: 4081(2 votes) - How to Build Self Esteem - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2010 from Willie HortonDo you ever suffer from low self esteem? The Oxford English Dictionary defines “self esteem” as confidence in you own worth or abilities. So let me ask the same question a different way - do you ever doubt yourself or question your abilities? Because, if you do ever question your own value or ...
Views: 1498(1 vote) - Try - How That One Simple Word Can Disempower You - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2010 from Brian WalshI am sure you have heard someone say: Well, I tried. To TRY is a cop-out. It's an escape hatch. Try is one word that I would like you to remove from your vocabulary, unless you are talking about a legal trial. When we promise to do something by saying that we'll try, we're setting ...
Views: 3720(4 votes) - Six Tips For Loving The Fabulous Person You Are - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2010 from Sharon MikrutThroughout my life, I've encountered scores of people who don't appear to love themselves. They say negative things about their appearance, their lack of success at work, not being a good parent or child, or not making the right choices in life. While it is true that we all grapple with issues ...
Views: 1492 - Why Grown-ups Stopped Dreaming? - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2010 from J. AcobWhen you ask a toddler this question, "What would you like to be when you grow up?" With a child-like confidence they would blurt out and say, "I want to be a Lawyer, theater actress, doctor, painter, supermodel, superstar, etc". Follow that question with "What would you want to have?" And no ...
Views: 983(2 votes) - I Love Bullies - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2010 from Elsabe SmitYes, I do. Throughout my life I have had to deal with bullies. Some of my first memories are of my mother mistreating me physically and emotionally. I encountered numerous bullies as colleagues, and too many of them used me for target practice. I also married a man who nearly destroyed me ...
Views: 2206 - My Message to You Today" Be brave". - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2010 from Amany saad"Liu Rosen" Says :) Courage is the ability to face anything You Can Imagine). And what thing that you can imagine but you cannot do it? My Message To You Today:" Do now what you think that you can't do it "Be brave'' –Yes-"Be brave". Is it not yet the time to acquires control your life and ...
Views: 2975 - The Importance of Follow-Through - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2010 from Deborah McIncrowHaving the discipline to carry out the elements of living your life in a healthy manner on a consistent basis is exactly what needs to happen and all the wonderful elements that we’ve been discussing prior are imperative for your success. With that being said exhibiting behavior on a ...
Views: 2846(3 votes) - Going All the Way - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2010 from Deborah McIncrow"Fast, hurry, quickly, immediately” are all words that can appear extremely attractive and luring when they spring by our ears regarding weight loss. If you’ve got a horrible toothache then these words are extremely welcoming for immediate aid, if you break down on the side of the road then ...
Views: 1640(1 vote) - Focus on What's Working for You - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2010 from Deborah McIncrowIn a perfect world we’d all be doing every single thing that we were supposed to be doing at just the right time each and every day of our lives, but we certainly are not living in that kind of a world nor will we ever. You can’t expect to be able to juggle all the pieces of the health and ...
Views: 1109 - Whoa, Slow Down your Pace - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2010 from Deborah McIncrowReady, set, go! Do some mealtime occasions feel like you are on the run from the enemy? Could you possibly enter the Guinness Book of World Records for speed eating your evening meal or your lunch time delights? There’s no one by your side encouraging you to finish your meals in record time ...
Views: 1426 - “That’s Just how I Am”, Why you may want to change before mainstream media runs away with you - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2010 from Sandra Dee RobinsonPerception of behavior is innate, we have been evaluating behavior and movement since our cave dwelling ancestors relied upon discernment for survival. Actually, in some ways we still rely on acumen for our well being on a daily basis, but now we may not even realize what we are doing. Working ...
Views: 1576(2 votes) - Lessons From an Ugly Tree - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2010 from Sandra Dee RobinsonI have been at odds with a crooked palm tree for a long time. Every time I would enter my bedroom, my eyes would inevitably focus on this plant and I would sigh in irritation. For whatever reason this palm has grown sideways, twisted, and then just slightly upward. It defies the rule of a ...
Views: 1125 - ***Improve Your Attitude: How to Create New Brain Pathways - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2010 from Joan Breiner, M.Ed. and Susyn Reeve, M.Ed.Understanding your thought patterns and how the brain works provides a frame of reference for creating a healthy attitude, improving your self-esteem and boosting your confidence. Brain Pathways The brain is made up of cells called neurons. These cells have nerve endings called synapses ...
Views: 7263(15 votes) - Steps to happiness --"As Long as You Live, Keep Learning How to Live!!" - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2010 from Pat MussieuxThe tragedy in Haiti has many of us thinking, once again, about how precious life is – each and every day. As I write this article, on Monday, rescuers are still finding survivors of this horrible event. These people have a strong will to live! What about you? Are you going through life, taking ...
Views: 1407 - Principles for Creating Your Future - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2010 from Samantha JohnsonYou now know yourself better than most people ever will. So, what do you do with this new found knowledge? First, ask yourself if you have enough fire in your belly to proceed as an entrepreneur in your own business. If you do, you will most likely be highly successful and will enjoy your ...
Views: 1099(1 vote) - Would You Rather Be On Purpose or Perfect? - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2010 from Joyce Shafer, Book DoctorBe perfect or be on purpose? Which one of these has been “driving your bus” so far? If you or someone you know struggles with perfectionism, can this hold you back from living on purpose? Ask someone to walk to the moon and you’ll hear, “Not realistic,” as a response. They wouldn’t have a ...
Views: 1288(2 votes) - Catastrophe? Or Inconvenience? - by Submitted on May 11, 2010 from MONICA FRANKListening to the weather forecast one frigid day, I realized how much we are influenced by the catastrophic thinking of the media. The weatherman reported, "The weather has brought more misery to the St. Louis area." Certainly, the weather was causing problems that day. An ice storm caused ...
Views: 1876(20 votes) - How to Practice Blessings to Increase Abundance - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2010 from Terri MariePractice Blessings As you bless your food, your dreams, your mission, your purpose and your goals, your life magically improves wherever you are. (It's not really magic.) If you were God wouldn't you love to give things to someone who appreciated everything you did for them? I believe ...
Views: 1677(7 votes) - Five Ways to Put Pride, Energy and Ownership Into Your Job - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2010 from Kristin RobertsonThe scene was a late Friday night at O'Hare airport in Chicago. The flight was delayed and all the passengers were crabby. As they entered the aircraft, passengers were greeted by the first class flight attendant, who had a personality that filled the aircraft! "Welcome aboard, and how are you ...
Views: 3292 - "YES" you can - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2010 from Deborah McIncrowThere are no doubt days when you contemplate your ability to continue your travels on your lighter living journey and being healthier on your travels. Some days seem laden with pot holes, sabotaging circumstances and conditions that just seem to be out to get you. You do not have to succumb to ...
Views: 1003 - Something New - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2010 from Deborah McIncrowWhenever you decide to try a fresh idea or a new-fangled way of living it instantly has the ability to stir up feelings of angst and worry. What if I can’t do it? What if I’m not successful? There’s certainly no time like the present to instill faith in yourself that you too can be a winner ...
Views: 1089(1 vote) - Confidence is a Colossal Key - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2010 from Deborah McIncrowIt doesn’t matter how you look, how your hair turns out, what the tape measure tells you or how many compliments you receive…it’s all about your personal confidence on any said day and how you feel on the inside that predicts your actions on the outside. Your inner workings and your internal ...
Views: 1359(1 vote) - Feeling Grateful - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2010 from Alvah ParkerHow many times were you asked as a kid, "What are you thankful for?" You probably got that question frequently around Thanksgiving. Being a good child when I was asked I always answered it in the expected way without much thought or passion. My list always had my parents and teachers first ...
Views: 2497(1 vote) - How to Outsmart Your Competitors - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2010 from Mark EmmanuelI was running late this bitterly cold Monday morning. I was wearing my brand new navy blue suit and shiny black shoes ready to make probably the most important presentation this year and, guess what? I'm running late. "Why? Why now?" I yelled gritting my teeth. "Not today of all days. Not ...
Views: 573 - Make That Positive Change Now! - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraPeople are generally creatures of comfort and habit and whenever something big or small—changes oftentimes we feel that our entire world goes into a downward spiral. And that is precisely why we have to prepare ourselves for a positive change and not allow any negative thoughts and emotions ...
Views: 1208 - Give Words of Encouragement to Empower Others - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2010 from Caroline and Craig MakepeaceFacebook is such a fantastic community for making inspiring connections with others.. There are so many in the community who desire to make a difference to the lives of others and themselves. acquaintances who I've had minimal conversations with regularly now take a minute out of theirhectic ...
Views: 2466(11 votes) - Routine Return - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2010 from Deborah McIncrowChances are just about everyone and their mother has stepped off their healthy stretch for a few days or so; take a deep breath and know that it is perfectly fine to find yourself astray once in a while and then reel yourself back in and engage yourself in the healthy habits that equate into you ...
Views: 1074(1 vote) - Unintentionally Sidelined - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2010 from Deborah McIncrowWith all the to and fro of the holiday season, the shopping, the wrapping, the celebrating, the card addressing, not to mention the preparation of the house and the grocery runs back and forth for all the last minute selections, it is no wonder that some days just don’t equate into what you were ...
Views: 1052(2 votes) - The Game is Over When You Choose to Win - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2010 from Thom King10 tips that will end the game in your favor It has been said “when the student is ready the teacher will appear”. I have found this to be true through out most of my life. Knowing this, I accept that when the teacher does appear it can take many ...
Views: 1116(1 vote) - The 3 Keys to Success in an Internet Business - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2010 from TJ PhilpottThe real keys to success for an internet business have more to do with what can be found within the person then it does with any business plan or structure. Marketing on the internet successfully involves the ability to adapt to a constantly changing environment. Most online entrepreneurs will ...
Views: 641 - 7 Year Plan - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2010 from Bobby GarrettRoy McDonald's Seven Year Plan I have created a seven year plan, which has at its foundation, very deep, strong beliefs that build a very solid structure leading to the long-term financial success I believe you desire and deserve. We must move towards the fundamentals of financial success, and ...
Views: 1696(1 vote) - Take Nothing Personally - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2010 from Kristin RobertsonThe scene: a hip and fashionable downtown restaurant. A high-ranking manager of a technology company and several of his team members are enjoying lunch together to celebrate the team's recent achievement. As the conversation veers off onto casual topics, one of the employees excitedly explains ...
Views: 1802(3 votes) - It Doesn't Matter - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2010 from Deborah McIncrowIt’s not about what you have done in the past, what you did last night or the night before that for that matter; it’s about right now, today, this very moment in time. Close the door on the past and open your window to the future. You are the beautiful woman who holds the key to your entire ...
Views: 1090 - Time to Reassess - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2010 from Deborah McIncrowEach and every morning that you awake is a wonderful opportunity to reevaluate what you have been doing on your trek toward better health and fitness. It’s a fabulous time to think about what you will do right now to enhance your goals and set forth to create a daily scenario that will improve ...
Views: 1452(1 vote) - Doesn't it Make Sense - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2010 from Deborah McIncrowHasn’t just about every beautiful woman in this world at one time or another tried to lose weight, get fitter, feel better and organize her life while attempting to go on a diet? Certainly the majority of Lovely Ladies that I have the pleasure of working with admit to trying a few too many ...
Views: 1043 - Getting Clear on Your Fear - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2010 from Dawn AngierGetting Clear on Your Fear Do you know when fear is holding you back? I don’t. At least not always. When I realize I’m fearful, I find it reasonably easy to face. I can experience it and determine whether it’s something I need to pay attention to or move through it. But when I DON’T ...
Views: 981 - Taking Time To Think About Time - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2010 from Gian Fiero |Time is not tangible, but yet we all feel its effects as we age. Time passes you by while you are standing still or when running at full speed. You can't outrun time; it's too fast and tireless. Time waits for no one. Some people try to save time, but time can't be saved like money. Money can ...
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