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- 13 Easy Things to Be Happy Every Day! My Own Way to Be Happy. - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Patricia AnayaHappiness is always with you, but you are too busy chasing it that you forget to look inside you. I've been feeling a little unbalanced (sick) for the last three days. Finally, today I feel much better. I'm a very healthy woman, but I love to eat and sometimes, my stomach demands some ...
Views: 2569 - Life Without Facebook: The Anti-Social Media Experiment - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2013 from Debbie LaChusaI've made the decision to try life without social media. What that really means is getting off Facebook. While I have accounts on Twitter, Google+, and LinkedIn, I rarely visit those sites. But Facebook is different. For some reason, even when I vow not to visit, it draws me in. Calls to me. ...
Views: 2568(1 vote) - Los Olivos La Manga Club Resort: A Really Wonderful Setting for Sports Activity Holiday getaways - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2011 from Jon TulleyThe Los Olivos community at La Manga Club Resort is actually among the club's most popular and most sought after holiday vacation rentals. The largest reason will be the truth that the apartments are located straight in front of the Tennis Centre (and Childrens Club). Added to this fact is ...
Views: 2558 - Succeeding in Marriage as a Young Couple - Shedding the Dysfunctional Family Model - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2012 from Edward LewellenYears ago, there was an anachronism coined, DINKS. It stood for married couples that had Duel Income, No Kids. As the result of my search on the Internet came up with little related to the term, other than finance-related websites, I assume the term has gone mostly out of style. Much of the ...
Views: 2558 - 7 Benefits of a Professional Massage - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2011 from Seraphina FilsonHave you ever been too nervous to walk into a massage therapist’s room because you didn’t know what to expect? If you have yet to experience a professional massage, but believe it’s something you’d actually enjoy, then maybe you need a little more incentive to get you through the door. Allow me ...
Views: 2557(1 vote) - What is Luxury? Is it's Definition Changing? - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Angela TunnerAccording to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, the definition of luxury is: A condition of abundance or great ease and comfort : sumptuous environment ; a : something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary . In the Webster’s NewWorld dictionary the definition of luxury is: ...
Views: 2556 - Five Pillars of Happiness - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2013 from William CottringerFIVE PILLARS OF HAPPINESS by Bill Cottringer “Happiness is not something ready-made. It comes from your own actions.” ~Dalai Lama. Happiness is the end game goal of living. Whatever it is you are doing, it is to secure happiness. In a paradoxical way, how you define happiness ...
Views: 2548(1 vote) - Adopting Humility - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2004 from Mary AllenHUMILITY - Here's an emotion I'm striving to embrace more fully, because I haven't gotten it all figured out. Humility is a beautiful and powerful emotion, but perhaps misunderstood, overlooked or even avoided by the masses. It is viewed as "weak" by some. Those that practice humility know its ...
Views: 2544(1 vote) - The Medical Model for Treating Mental Disorders - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWhen I began working in the mental health field I began as a caseworker for the county mental health authority. This essentially involved working under psychiatrists as a caseworker. The system being utilized to diagnose and treat mental health "disorders" was, and still is, referred to as ...
Views: 2544(3 votes) - Between Tolerance and Complacency: A Fine Line - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2013 from Yol SwanHow tolerant do you consider yourself? And how much of your true feelings and needs do you sacrifice in the name of tolerance? If you look it up on the dictionary, tolerance is filled with positive definitions and intolerance only with negative descriptions. Yes, I know, respecting other ...
Views: 2542(2 votes) - Happiness: why you should give up everything to enjoy something - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2012 from Anna AparicioEvery day is full of little happenings that bring us happiness: getting home form a hard day at work and slouching on the couch, a hug from a partner, a call from a friend… it is the little things that are determining factors in our estate of mind. We need these to minimise the hardships we ...
Views: 2542(1 vote) - ***Positive Affirmations, Do Positive Affirmations Really Work - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2009 from Warren WojnowskiPositive affirmations -- do positive affirmations really work or not? You may have heard that "affirmations do not work" or perhaps you find yourself wondering whether affirmations really work or how do affirmations work. The answer of course is "it depends". It depends on the ...
Views: 2540(5 votes) - Acting without Thinking Is Shooting without Aiming - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2011 from Chuck GallozziYou wouldn’t fire a gun without aiming, would you? So, why would we act without thinking? When we live as robots doing whatever feels good instead of whatever is best for us, there is a heavy price to pay. Replacing thoughtful behaviour with thoughtless acts leads to material, mental, and ...
Views: 2537 - How to Overcome Seven Obstacles to New Year's Resolutions Success - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2009 from Peggy FergusonI love the New Year. I feel like I am the threshold of a new year. I am glad that there is a week between Christmas and the New Year because it gives me a chance to recover, regroup, and rethink. Of course, I would like to think of a new year as a fresh, blank, Big Chief Tablet to write ...
Views: 2535(2 votes) - THE TAO: Mindful Living Through Gratitude - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2012 from Dr. Jenny C. YipLife is both precious and painful at the same time. We rarely appreciate the beauty of our existence until we are faced with misfortune. Many of us take the simplest pleasures of life for granted until we must live without such luxuries. Whether it is your health, a loved one, or even something ...
Views: 2535(1 vote) - An Exercise In Happiness For Kids - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2008 from Patrick McMillanChildren “Need Lessons in Happiness,” reads the headline in an article by Graeme Paton, Educational Correspondent for the BBC in March of 2007. According to Senior British Government Advisor, Lord Richard Layard, “All school children should have “happiness” lessons up to the age of eighteen to ...
Views: 2529 - How to Make a Vision Board: Frequently Asked Questions - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2009 from Nicole CuttsWhat is a Vision Board? A vision board, treasure map, or vision book is an actual physical picture of our desired reality. It forms a clear sharp image which can then attract and focus energy into our goals or Vision of Success. These tools can help business leaders and entrepreneurs clarify ...
Views: 2522(2 votes) - Clearing and Balancing Your Chakra's - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2004 from Linda FoltynEvery day I give myself a bath, well that too, but this is a colorful light bath that clears and balances my chakra's. I use it at the beginning of my day to protect myself and set my intentions. Here are steps on how you to can balance your chakra's. Begin by sitting comfortably. Take a deep ...
Views: 2521(1 vote) - How to Keep Your Storage Unit Mildew-Free during the Winter - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2017 from Dixie SomersAt one point or the other, you may need to rent out a storage unit from a company like Midwest Moving and Storage, Inc. for some of your belongings. Finding a storage unit that suits your needs is not usually the problem. The problem is maintaining your belongings in good condition, especially ...
Views: 2517 - Keep your marriage alive and well with humor - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2003 from Pauline WallinCopyright Pauline Wallin, Ph.D. 2003. All rights reserved Marriage is relatively easy. It's the staying together afterward that's hard. But don't say you weren't warned. Most traditional wedding vows list problems that are bound to come up: "To have and to hold, from this day forward, for ...
Views: 2517(1 vote) - Top 5 Trendy Customized Leather Gift Ideas for Father's Day - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2016 from Lauren JohnsonLeather has been the gift for everyone who loves to carry the royal style. Styling with leather for men has always been the perfect style statement. On the occasion of father’s day, simply make your father smile with this proud and thoughtful gift idea. Not always you have to be special, but ...
Views: 2511 - Designer Dresses - Preen Line Women Dresses, Tibi Designer Clothes, Ugg Designer Boots - by Submitted on May 24, 2012 from Mike AndersonBy having an ever growing opposition in the fashion industry and increased using of internet pertaining to online businesses many online pad stores have found place in cyberspace for reselling clothes different kinds. These online stores for clothes are the most convenient sources of over the ...
Views: 2508 - Peace + Joy = Meaning of Life - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2010 from Carolyn BatesSo here we are once again celebrating Christmas. How fast this seems to come around, especially the older I get. Peace and Joy, these are the tools for a meaningful life. I wish you PEACE. Peace in your heart, with your families and friends. Peace in your mind, especially looking toward ...
Views: 2507 - DON'T JUST GO WITH THE FLOW, GO WITH YOUR FLOW - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2016 from Nigel BrettDON’T JUST GO WITH THE FLOW, GO WITH YOUR FLOW Going with the flow is similar to following the crowd, it means you are happy not to make a decision but will accept the consensus – the collective decision of the many. At an unimportant level this may be just your easy-going nature saying ...
Views: 2506 - The Most Important Non-Renewable Resource: Keeping Your Eye on the Prize - by Submitted on May 27, 2010 from Paul BurtonWe spend every day in the trenches. Putting out today’s fire. Rising to the next occasion. We focus on moving the proverbial ball down the field. Little thought is given to what it means to cross the goal line. I recently had occasion to enjoy a cup of coffee with a client towards the end ...
Views: 2499(2 votes) - Writing as catharsis - by Submitted on May 17, 2012 from Jason Pegler"Writing can be a cathartic process. Writing one’s autobiography is a deeply personal process. When I wrote A Can of Madness I poured my heart out on the page. It was extremely intense but, overall, an extremely rewarding experience. Writing saved my life and enabled me to put my manic ...
Views: 2499(1 vote) - 5 Ways to Know You've Lost Yourself - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2013 from Nicole NenningerHave you lost yourself? Are you so absorbed in your career, in your relationship, in the daily grind, or in an addiction that you've lost sight of who you are or where you'd like to be in life? Great! Say what? Well, let me reassure you that first, it's pretty common. Second, I can help ...
Views: 2498(4 votes) - How To Tell A Fake Smile From A Real Smile - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraEach and every culture in the universe recognizes and acknowledges that a smiling is an expression or indication of happiness and joy. Almost everyone of us is given the ability to smile. It could reflect delight, gladness, contentment, inner satisfaction and so on. Of all the facial ...
Views: 2498(3 votes) - How Can We Achieve Happiness? - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2008 from * BeiYin - The People Whisperer*To answer this question, I need to ask myself many more questions. 'Achieving' means that I can do something to get to the state of 'happiness'? What can I do? Can 'happiness' be a goal? I don't think so. Yes, people all want to be happy, mostly by striving to fulfill their wishes and desires of ...
Views: 2496(1 vote) - A Journey of Self-Discovery: Using Akashic Records For a More Fulfilling Life - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2012 from Mette MullerHave you ever felt like jumping off a cliff? I understand this sounds drastic but what I mean is: Do you ever have that feeling that you just want to break free, like you want to overcome your fears and just jump off that cliff into unknown water? Have you ever felt like you’re stuck in a ...
Views: 2488 - Ayurvedic Treatment For Dark Sports - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2011 from tannu aggarwalDark spots on the face can occur due to harmful rays or due to aging. Herbal treatment for facial dark spots is an effective way to improve the overall skin complexion. These treatments are safe and beneficial for the skin. These spots are also known as hyper pigmentation and occur mostly in the ...
Views: 2488 - Happiness And Your Health: Which Comes First? - by Submitted on May 14, 2009 from Warren WojnowskiOne of the most intriguing aspects of recent research is the fact that there is an undeniable link between your health and your level of happiness. There's always been an acknowledged link between the two -- the search for health and happiness as a combination is a popular refrain repeated by ...
Views: 2488 - Stop Doing These 7 Things Forever! - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2012 from Kristie BlankenshipThere are some things in our lives that we just need to stop doing. They aren’t good for us and they mess with our mindset. I don’t know about you, but I have found that some things I have done for so long that I just do them without thinking. Yet, some of those same things are just ruts ...
Views: 2488(1 vote) - How to Meditate for Inner Peace and Happiness - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2011 from Fred TracyThere are few things in life worth more than happiness and inner peace. People seek after many things. Material objects, fame, and fortune are often among these. What is the goal of getting things? Typically, people will say it's happiness. They think they have to have x, y, and z complete in ...
Views: 2485(2 votes) - Boundaries Lead to Wellness - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2010 from Janice RussellMay is Family Wellness Month. Whether you are a family of one or a family of ten or more, there are a number of ways that you can enhance wellness in your life. This article will speak to wellness in terms of mental health as it relates to a functional space and calendar. Many people ...
Views: 2484(3 votes) - Creating a Meaningful Life: What are you living for? - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2004 from PaulI was watching Gladiator - you know the blockbuster where the Roman General Maximus goes through hell when he doesn't accept the position of Emporer of Rome. His family is murdered, he is sold as a slave and forced to be a gladiator. He becomes an unwilling paid assasin. Watching the sunset with ...
Views: 2480(1 vote) - If You Could Choose Your Future, Would You? - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2009 from Rudy FerraroThe choices you make today are the life you’ll life tomorrow. Believe it or not, there is a science behind successful thinking. If we ask any successful person we’ll usually find the same answer—“the way I achieved success is by going after it.” So what does “going after it” really ...
Views: 2476 - Five Powerful Mantras to Follow When You Are "Starting Over" in Life - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2015 from Dixie SomersLife doesn't always hand you the opportunity to begin again, but when it does, you might want to take a new approach. Following a specific mantra helps to keep you focused on the goals and to avoid pitfalls that put you into a tough situation in the first place. Whether you are starting over ...
Views: 2470 - Why be Happy tomorrow When you Could be Happy Today? - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2003 from Ted SchreddLiving in the “Now” is more than just a new-age voodoo ritual or something a guy named Buddha dreamed up 2,500 years ago; it is a fantastic way to live. Being out of the moment is when your mind is somewhere your body is not. Let’s start with the past. The past has passed-it’s done, finito, ...
Views: 2470(1 vote) - 3 Steps to Bring New Energy into Your Home, Your Life - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Yamini BhattAre you ready to bring new energy into your life? Think about your environment. Most people are unconscious of the effect their environment has on them. Yet everything in your home has an effect on you from the smallest object to the largest. In fact, every particle in creation is alive and ...
Views: 2469(1 vote) - ***Can Positive Thinking be Bad for You? - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from Sylvia LafairAre you a lemonade kind of person? Is your glass more full than empty? Do you see blue sky through the rain clouds? Did you say sometimes, most of the time, almost never? Look, we know that accentuating the positive is good for us. And there are lots of studies that show those who have a ...
Views: 2465(1 vote) - Learn about Healthcare Rebuttals - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2013 from Steve RyderHealthcare rebuttals are needed when dealing with medical claim denials, and have to be drafted with great care. These must contain a summary of the key facts plus an outline of the opposition’s case. A rebuttal constitutes a rejoinder to an argument or evidence, which is intended to disprove ...
Views: 2464(1 vote) - Being Proud of You! - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowBeing Proud; allowing yourself to be full of pride and pleased with your accomplishments goes a long way toward making yourself feel happy, uplifting your spirits and setting the stage for you to continue on with your journey toward your hopes and desires for living a healthier, more fulfilling ...
Views: 2463(3 votes) - Good Vibes/ Bad Vibes - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2004 from Maggie WahlsHave you ever walked into a store or business and felt uncomfortable there for no apparent reason? Have you ever walked into a store all happy and left quite frustrated? Have you ever wished your house could feel happier? The process called energetic clearing can make a significant improvement ...
Views: 2462(1 vote) - What Is the Number One Cause to Unhappiness and Misery? - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Chantal BeaupreWhile I know this is somewhat painful, I invite you anyway to take a few moments to look at the world and the unhappiness and misery that overwhelm it, that overwhelm us all. What do you know notice? Where do all this unhappiness and misery come from? Do you know the number one cause? Many ...
Views: 2462(1 vote) - ARE YOU HAPPY? - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2013 from Sandra GravesDo you remember some of your beautiful childhood memories? Do you remember the joy you felt all the times you played with your friends? Do you remember how fast you used to become angry, and how fast you forgot what you were angry about? OK, one more… Do you remember how happy you were when you ...
Views: 2461(7 votes) - 10 Simple Ways to Love Yourself - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2010 from Kari JoysIf you want to be a healthy, happy person, it’s very important to learn to love the person you see in the mirror. Although loving yourself can be very challenging if you grew up in a dysfunctional family, it’s definitely worth the time and effort! Whether you feel stressed, anxious or ...
Views: 2460(8 votes) - Happiness: Are Some People Happy Being Unhappy? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperI have recently reflected on my own tendency to have felt happy only when I felt unhappy. And I sensed that, even when everything was going fine and I could see that I was achieving my goals, there was often a sense of unhappiness within me. By observing my own emotional and cognitive ...
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