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- What if We’re Not Getting It “Our Way”? - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2009 from Gene SimmonsThat’s it! I’ve had it! Here I am bustin’ my hump and all I get is busted in the chops! Enough awready! I’m sick and tired of trying to get anything to go my way. From now on, I’m just going to get up, do my thing and whatever happens – happens! To hell with it! Yep, it does happen, ...
Views: 1143 - A New Journey Begins: Anxious? Overwhelmed? Stressed? Don't Give Up! - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2005 from Ronnie NijmehA New Journey Begins: Anxious? Overwhelmed? Stressed? Don't Give Up! September: the month of change. Kids start a new grade orembark on their university or college careers while newgraduates seek their first full-time job and adults start anew job or project. Emotions run high during this time ...
Views: 1530 - Relinquishing Your Dreams - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2005 from Ginny DyeHow many times have you abandoned an idea, project or dreambecause someone made a disparaging remark or rolled theireyes when you told them about it? Relinquishing your dreams All too frequently we allow others to dictate what is good,right or possible. We allow them to steal our dreams. ...
Views: 844 - Keep Hope Alive! - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2005 from Nancy Bishop"Hope is the thing with feathers That perches in the soul, And sings the tune without the words, And never stops at all.." ~ Emily Dickinson There is a bittersweet quality that permeates the air in September. In the northern hemisphere, we say our reluctant goodbyes to summer. When September ...
Views: 897 - Mindfulness and Empathy: Using The News - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2005 from Maya FrostAs we watch the news about the devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina, it is easy to become much more caught up in the horror and anguish part of the disaster instead of the opportunity to deepen our own ability to feel empathy and act purposefully. Ironically, just prior to the hurricane ...
Views: 994 - Healing Properties of the Ocean and a Meditation - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2005 from Linda FoltynHealing Properties of the Ocean The mer fact of sitting in the sand at the ocean can bring great feelings of well-being and relaxation. The negative ions created by the salt water’s crashing waves, the warm sand below your bare feet connecting you to mother earth (how often do you walk around ...
Views: 2174(1 vote) - Living an Inspired Life - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2005 from Sheri RosenthalDon Miguel Ruiz, author of “The Four Agreements” and my personal mentor, spoke on more than one occasion about living one’s life in a totally different way than we had been taught to live; what he called ”living the will of God.” He asked us to imagine what living the will of God might look ...
Views: 962 - After Hurricane Katrina - Seven Things You Can Do - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2005 from Kevin EikenberryIf you are like me, you are living some distance from the devastation wrought by Katrina. If you are like me you not physically impacted and can watch the plight of others on television in the comfort of your home. And if you are like me, you are wondering what you can do. I believe the ...
Views: 955 - How a broken leg became the beginning of a new lifestyle - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2005 from Ingela BergerA man I know had an accident one autumn as he was working in the woods. The leaves had fallen to the ground and the rain had fallen on the leaves. Wet leaves are very slippery, and this man knew that, but on a slope he lost control, fell and broke his right leg. He was lucky to have ...
Views: 1481 - What Do You Really Want? - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2005 from Gregory SpohrWHAT DO YOU REALLY WANT? Everyone, without exception, is searching for happiness. — Blaise Pascal Oh yes, the seemingly ellusive, often fleeting "happiness." Is that what you really want? If so, what do you believe will make you happy? Right now, take a ...
Views: 849 - Giving Can Overcome Language Differences - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2005 from Roger CarrI recently had to take a trip to Germany. It has been more than ten years since making my last international trip. I now have a renewed sympathy for non-English speaking visitors and residents in the United States. I didn't have it as bad as it could have been. Many of the businesses that I ...
Views: 1273 - Manifestation 101 - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2005 from Brad YatesManifestation 101 “How do I get what I want…?!?” This is the question I hear most often – either spoken directly, or hidden between the lines. Having looked for the answer, and finding a number of things that work, I put them together in a simple formula. And yes, it works for money - I have ...
Views: 1486 - Just Let ‘Em Go! - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2009 from Gene SimmonsI remember when I was just a little guy probably about 4 or 5 years old, I was fascinated by snakes. Not any particular type of snake – just snakes in general. I remember being really curious about how they could move around so easily without any legs or feet. I remember liking the colors on ...
Views: 1171 - Think twice before you're nice. - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2005 from Tama KievesA few months back I had a disturbing dream. In my dream a woman with stringy blonde hair rang my bell. She asked if she could come in. I didn't want to open the door. But I felt guilty about my reaction. So I let her in. She pulled out a hand gun and shot me. I woke with a start and a racing ...
Views: 1128 - Treating and Preventing Acne - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2005 from elizabeth mcgeeAcne is a common skin condition that almost everyoneexperiences at some point in their lives. While it is most common in teens and young adults,over 80% experience at least some mild form of acne.Most people outgrow their acne by their 20's, however,some people, especially women can experience ...
Views: 729 - SMILE YOUR WAY TO SUCCESS - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2005 from hifzur rehmanSmile brings beauty to your face, charm to your personality and money to your pocket; apart from being your recognition as a cheerful, friendly, loveable person. When you smile you also bring smile to the faces of other people around you. And that is a great service to the mankind. Smile, even ...
Views: 830 - Really Scary Stuff… - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2009 from Gene SimmonsWith the probable exception of some basic instincts – or motivation toward self-preservation – we’ve just flat learned to be afraid of about all the rest of the stuff we’re afraid of. I know, the word “about” is a cop-out but I’m using it because I’m not really sure where this next mega-fear ...
Views: 1377 - 5 Tips To Gain A Winning Advantage In Life - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2005 from Chris GreenDo you wish you could live your dream life? Here’s 5 top tips to help turn your dream into reality… 1. Invest in your dream. This will mean investing time to develop the necessary skills and investing money to develop skills - equipment, books, courses, seminars - to take you closer to your ...
Views: 915 - How To Generate Unique Business Ideas That Make Money? - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2005 from Abel ChengEvery money making opportunity that you see boils down to one common thing: idea. As you know the best ideas pay. The most creative ideas pay. The best thing about ideas is it's free and everybody has the capability to think of ideas. In order to be creative and innovative about ideas, you ...
Views: 938 - Improve Your Workplace to Make Your Life Better - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2005 from Kabarow NicholasWhat does “quality of life” mean to you? If you want to improve it, you have to define and measure it. Most people think of it in terms of lodging, car, financial income, medical services, and social position. That point of view, however, is not fully complete. An average person is spending more ...
Views: 808 - 7 Unique Ways To Make Someone Smile - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2005 from Roger CarrDo you want to put a smile on someone's face? Maybe make their day a little bit brighter? It doesn't have to take much time or money on your part. In fact, many things can be done as a part of your normal routine and cost little or nothing. You won't know how many people are encouraged by ...
Views: 4307(1 vote) - How to recognize Intuitive Messages vs. Mind Chatter - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2005 from Karin BauerAs a life coach, a question I'm often being asked is "How do you distinguish your intuition from your mind? Is it possible your intuition can mislead you or be harmful to you with what it tells you?" My answer to this question is this: Your intuition, or gut feelings are there to protect you, ...
Views: 4386(1 vote) - How to recognize Intuitive Messages vs. Mind Chatter - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2005 from Karin BauerAs a life coach, a question I'm often being asked is "How do you distinguish your intuition from your mind? Is it possible your intuition can mislead you or be harmful to you with what it tells you?" My answer to this question is this: Your intuition, or gut feelings are there to protect you, ...
Views: 4386(1 vote) - What You Can Do About Procrastination - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2005 from Kathy GatesGoals stalled? Always running behind? Stuck in a rut? Procrastination means “putting it off”. Whether it’s a career goal, a home project, or something about your daily life, a sustained plateau on a goal can rattle your motivation, challenge your thinking. And that can eventually mean ...
Views: 903(1 vote) - 7 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Vacations - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2005 from Kevin EikenberryThis may seem like a very strange title for an article. After all, a vacation is supposed to be… a vacation. The title seems to imply that we should strive to make our vacation, somehow strategic or productive. In a way, that is what I am suggesting, but maybe not in the anal-retentive way ...
Views: 998(1 vote) - Why Haven't I Changed? - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2005 from Jason Johns“I attend courses, read books, listen to CD’s, yet I am still not living the life I want to and am unhappy with the life I have. How can I have the life I want to have?” This is a surprisingly common dilemma. There are many people out there who could be called “Seminar Junkies”. They go from ...
Views: 604(1 vote) - 3 Keys to Boosting Your Inner Confidence - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2005 from Steve ErreyI've been coaching for a few years now, and the biggest thing I've learnt - both for me and for my clients - is that inner confidence is the key to it all. There are all kinds of strategies, ways of thinking, patterns of behaviour and practical tips for improving your life and feeling better ...
Views: 847(1 vote) - Happiness: A Prelude to Healing - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2005 from Todd WolfenbergUntitled Document By Blair Lewis, Author of "Happiness: The Real Medicine and How it Works" “A happy mind is the source of all healing powers. A person with a happy mind is full of enthusiasm, courage, and ...
Views: 1020(3 votes) - Happiness: A Prelude to Healing - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2005 from Todd WolfenbergUntitled Document By Blair Lewis, Author of "Happiness: The Real Medicine and How it Works" “A happy mind is the source of all healing powers. A person with a happy mind is full of enthusiasm, courage, and ...
Views: 1020(3 votes) - Happiness: A Prelude to Healing - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2005 from Todd WolfenbergUntitled Document By Blair Lewis, Author of "Happiness: The Real Medicine and How it Works" “A happy mind is the source of all healing powers. A person with a happy mind is full of enthusiasm, courage, and ...
Views: 1020(3 votes) - Are You Killing Your Beautiful Dream? - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2005 from Chris GreenIt's one of the saddest events I see and unfortunately, I see it far too often. Fear, the most destructive of human emotions, succeeds in totally ruining the dreams and ambitions of millions and millions of people EVERY YEAR. And the real sad part is that the people involved give in to their ...
Views: 790(1 vote) - Is There An Anxiety Solution For Those Who Fail To Keep Their Resolutions? - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2014 from Charles LindenIn a nutshell... YES! I’ve given a lot of thought recently to the power of ‘resolutions’ – to that basic human instinct that continually drives us to improve ourselves and to expand our horizons. Perhaps you’re reading this now and resolving to finally conquer your anxiety? The ...
Views: 3947(3 votes) - Breaking News: The Answer May Not Be In The Infomercial Course - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2005 from Steve BaileyThe other night, leg cramps kept me up at night so I found myselfwatching these various couples discuss their success over buyinga Real Estate course in this infomercial, at 2AM. The evidence that people are purchasing these "Sudden Wealth"programs are right there on the television screen in ...
Views: 1199(1 vote) - Conditions of Happiness: Happy vs. Unhapy - Do We Have a Choice? - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2005 from Annette ColbyEveryone is in the process of seeking greater happiness. We are each involved in the search for feeling good inside our bodies. What may come as a surprise is in the midst of a binge, anorexia, bulimia, or other addiction process, happiness is essentially at the core of what is being sought. The ...
Views: 1064 - Please Forgive Me... - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2005 from Danish AhmedSometimes people say or do things that they later regret. We all make mistakes. Has someone ever wronged you? Have you forgiven them? Here's a beautiful 2-minute movie about forgiveness: Click http://www.ForgivenessMovie.com My life is busy and sometimes I work 13 hours in a day and get ...
Views: 1177(2 votes) - Personal Core Values: Your Key to Success and Happiness - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2005 from Doug WoodsEach of us has our own set of personal values; these are the things which we believe are important, which motivate us and to which we give priority. If I asked you what your personal values are, the chances are that you would struggle to find the answer. You would not be alone; in fact the ...
Views: 2116(1 vote) - 5 Top Tips To Increase Your Personal Power - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2005 from Chris GreenHave you ever started a new project full to the brim withenthusiasm only to have your enthusiasm and motivation waneas the months go by? When we're pursuing something of worthin our lives, enthusiasm and motivation are two veryimportant factors. They act as driving forces for us andkeep us on ...
Views: 971(1 vote) - The Law of Attraction - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2005 from Adrian CooperQuantum physics describes the energetic characteristics of the Universe and therefore the fundamentals of the Law of Attraction. We know from even the most fundamental basis of quantum physics that everything in the entire Universe is pure Energy, differing only in characteristics such as rate ...
Views: 725(1 vote) - 12 Things You Can Learn From A Two-Year Old - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2005 from Nancy HillI think if you asked any child about the adults around them, they'd probably say we're a little wacky and seem to be stressed out a lot of the time. Here are a few simple things they can teach us... 1. Nap when you're tired. 2. Eat when you're hungry. 3. Don't starve yourself, it makes you ...
Views: 621 - The Magic of Self Discovery for Empowerment, Life and Business Success - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2005 from Jane MorrisonTHE PRINCIPALS OF SUCCESS Program OPENS UP THE WORLD OF POSSIBILITIES, brings OUT THE LEADER WITHIN. This unique program transforms you from a state of current dissatisfaction and discontent to one of fulfillment and joy, and once applied, is a tool to keep you in a state of passion, purpose ...
Views: 921 - Engaging in the Moment for More Effective Living. - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2005 from Adam EasonI spend lots of time working with individuals, corporations and businesses to get them engaged in the present moment. The reasons I think this is important in business as well as personally are drawn upon toward the end of this article. My centre here in Bournemouth used to sell a wide range ...
Views: 1262 - 10 Things To Do This Summer - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2005 from Kathy Gates10 Things To Do This Summer (for a happier, healthier life) Looking for a summer project? How about working on who you are, and what kind of life you really want to live? Here’s some ideas. 1. Focus on the “who”, not the “what”. If you find that you’ve been stuck in a goal for a while, try ...
Views: 1041(1 vote) - 5 Ways to Turn Your Struggles Into Victories - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2005 from Destin Lucas"Every struggle is a victory" - Helen Keller In life every one of us goes through situations where we have to face and conquer challenges. To a large degree our ultimate happiness and success are determined by how we deal with these challenges. In this brief article ...
Views: 1582(1 vote) - Creating Success - Understand The Tao of Success - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2005 from Paul FrazerOne of the most important aspects of creating success involves a delicate balance between two somewhat opposing forces – REFLECTION and ACTION. This balance is very similar to the balance of Yin and Yang in the Tao philosophy. Most successful leaders in business or elsewhere are seasoned ...
Views: 1379 - Surviving A Dysfunctional Family - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2005 from Suzanne GoldEveryone comes into life with a purpose. You are a unique expression of the universal life force. Spirit guides you from the moment your life begins. The people and events of your life reflect your spirit's journey. No one else ever has or will affect the world as you do. With every act, word or ...
Views: 3247 - Life Balance: How Can You Attain it? - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2005 from Bill DueeaseWe all face decisions that involve doing things that affect competing priorities. We all have three different lives or worlds that compete for our attention, energy and activity. These are our personal lives, our work related lives and our family lives. Our personal lives consist of our health, ...
Views: 1423 - I’m My Own Grandpa! - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2009 from Gene SimmonsOK, maybe not but I’m a lot like him in many respects. Yeah and the same goes for my Grandma and my Mom and Dad, too! I’m a lot like all of ‘em. Naturally, genetics does play a substantial role in all of this but I’m talking about all of the other stuff that goes deeper than that. Like my ...
Views: 939 - Mindfulness and Perspective: Getting Hip - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2005 from Maya FrostDiane is one of my favorite clients. A warm and engaging woman, she is a loving grandmother and a talented painter. We worked—I think of it as playing, really—together a while back to help her reignite her creative energy after a major move. Diane was scheduled for hip replacement surgery ...
Views: 1065 - Achieve Your Dreams Step #2 - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2005 from Patricia CraneLETTING GO OF LIMITATIONS Argue for your limitations and they’re yours. -Richard Bach, Illusions Growing up, we all receive comments on our self-worth and abilities. We also have experiences that leave us with beliefs about ourselves and every area of life- ...
Views: 1074 - The Power of Feeling - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2005 from George LockettIt is through your feeling and releasing, relaxing and centring your energy that you can truly know whom you are. Take a deep breath and stay conscious of your breathing as you reach out with your feeling. We see all the top Scientist and Physicist and Business People, all using their mind to ...
Views: 1482 - 3 Simple Strategies for Never Losing Out Again - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2005 from Steve ErreyLife is full of ups and downs and sometimes has a few sideways thrown in too. When things go wrong or don’t go as planned, or when something happens to throw us off balance and doubt ourselves it can be tough to deal with. After all, we all want things to go well and to end up as ‘winners’. ...
Views: 1112 - Happiness Must be In Sourced - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2005 from Evelyn Cole“It is not easy to find happiness in ourselves, and it is not possible to find it elsewhere.” Agnes Repplier One of the hardest illusions to die is the one thatsomeone else can make you happy or unhappy,joyful or angry. We can be happy with another person only if weare happy with ...
Views: 1341 - The Disenchanted Forest, The Enchanted Self - A Tale of Female Development in a Strange Land - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2005 from Barbara Becker HolsteinOnce upon a time there was a Princess who set out on a raft to find the Enchanted Forest. She took with her a canteen full of hopes and dreams, minimal provisions, and outdated maps. The raft swayed. the wind blew. It was too cold. It was too hot. She was hungry. She was tired. She was scared. ...
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