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I’m reading “The Power of Intention” by Dr. Wayne W. Dyer when I came across this true and absolutely inspirational story. As usual, when I feel so inspired I will shed some tears and will share these stories in my blog. Hope this story moves you as deeply as it moved me.
At a fund-raising ... Views: 1682
"For true love is inexhaustible; the more you give, the more you have. And if you go to draw at the true fountainhead, the more water you draw, the more abundant is its flow".
- Antoine de Saint-Exupery
Being happy is a state of mind and a choice we need to make for ourselves. After 30 ... Views: 1682
People love receiving gifts, with disregard to the occasion or event. Gifting is a way of appreciating a person's presence in one's life. It is a way of displaying affection and love. This small gifting practice can be very helpful in strengthening the relationship between two individuals. But ... Views: 1682
Our Strengths
A) The Big Picture
We all have strengths. But we cannot just smugly sit self-satisfied like a Cheshire cat. Rather we need to further develop our strong points because it’s a matter of using them or losing them. Dwight D. Eisenhower (1890~1969) explains, “Our real problem, ... Views: 1681
If you're within a quest for an ultra-glamorous, sexy costume for the Party or Different Year's Eve make sure you find out more on your alternatives. The actual sexiest party dresses incorporate a lines of fashion pieces which could flatter all of body shapes plus would make the desired ... Views: 1681
It’s the Holiday Season --A new year is upon us! I’ll bet you’re already thinking about how you’d like next year to be a little different than the last, right? (yes, I see hands raising!)
But instead of thinking of performance, and efficiency, and control, I’d like you to take this ...It’s ... Views: 1680
We all have different kinds of aspirations, perceptions and beliefs. There are many theories about how we form them, modify and re-establish them for our purposes. Among several theories one is that we make them instantly, indirectly, and unconsciously while experiencing a unique situation or ... Views: 1680
Don’t you just just love the whole Gratitude thing? – I remember when I first read about it in the context of Personal and Spiritual Development and Law of Attraction, it really captured my imagination. It made so much sense.
Whenever I feel myself getting off course a bit or out of kilter ... Views: 1680
One of the goals to have in life is the power of positive thinking. My sister got me a book called “The Secret” for Christmas 2010. It is based on the law of attraction and explains that the more we tell ourselves that we are successful, the more we'll behave as if we are. We will start to carry ... Views: 1679
Nobody will question that the purpose of school is to educate us and to prepare us for a successful future. But why, then, don't schools teach us some of the most important skills and lessons of life?
Like what, you may ask?
1. The dangers of credit cards and other debt, for example.
Think ... Views: 1679
A phrase that can improve your present state in a heartbeat!
Two years ago, I participated in a seven-day seminar called Breakthrough to Success with my mentor Jack Canfield, in Scottsdale, Arizona of America. Jack Canfield is considered to be the No. 1 coach in America and has sold over 112 ... Views: 1679
Physical therapy programs are scheduled after reviewing your medical history, age and health conditions. These are effective in treating chronic neuropathic and musculoskeletal pain.
Physical Therapy – Effective Choice to Alleviate Chronic Pain
Chronic pain due to different illnesses and ... Views: 1678
What an interesting insight I’ve had this past week. I’ve been feeling very strange and directionless for the past two weeks and been trying to figure out what the heck’s going on.
As usual I have picked and poked and analysed my thoughts, feelings and life experiences and ended up beating ... Views: 1677
If you are interested in beats and sounds you might have experimented with different types of membranophone other than conventional drum kits. In the Caribbean percussionists use tins and cans to beat out their song. Bongos are popular the world over nowadays but have their roots in nineteenth ... Views: 1677
It's amazing how even though I only started learning all about the power of the mind, and the law of attraction, positive thinking, affirmations, visualization etc.. a few years ago, when I looked back and reflected on my life and all the amazing dreams that have come true for me, I realized ... Views: 1676
Recently, my wife and I saw the movie 2012. It reminded me of the doomsday nonsense that fundamentalist Christians (and I was once one of them) have been saying about the RAPTURE – the return of Jesus to catch-up all his followers into the clouds and whisk them away to a kind of benign judgment ... Views: 1676
By now, if you are among the few who are still following this series of articles, you should be congratulated for your commitment to change your life for the better. You will not regret your commitment. Happiness is such a wonderful thing! You are going to create a beautiful life for ... Views: 1675
Personalised photo gifts are often amongst the most gratefully received you’ll ever give. This isn’t because they’re particularly expensive or lavish. In many cases, they’re not. It’s because they meet the old adage about it being ‘the thought that counts’. A gift which you’ve put together using ... Views: 1674
Achieving Sustainable Peak Performance:
Understanding and Managing the Instinct you’re Born with in Relation to Your Learned Behaviours
Why do I do that?
It’s Friday night and you haven’t finished that report. It’s due in on Monday. You have to go out tonight and you ... Views: 1673
One day in the 1960s, a little girl named Ginny was playing outside her apartment in Stamford, Connecticut. She said something to her 4-year-old playmate just before the girl launched a fist-sized rock at her. Ginny cried out and ran home, her forehead bleeding. Her mother rushed her to the ... Views: 1673
Here we are, at the end of November 2009 already! Time flies! It seems like only yesterday that there was so much 'to do' about the new millennium and here we are, facing 2010 already!
I used to set goals for the year but now, as I age (gracefully), I find that I am setting goals for the next ... Views: 1673
1. Worrying
Worrying is one of the worst things you do if you want to live a happier life. Worrying takes us out of the present moment and into either an imaginary future, or stuck in an unchangeable past – neither of which foster good feelings. And worrying about the ‘worst case scenario’ ... Views: 1672
Just 2 nights ago my partner and I were watching a cricket game from Zimbabwe on cable. The team that was currently batting was leading by a huge margin in the 1st innings but during the 2nd innings were dropping out like flies. They were struggling to maintain their score and beat their ... Views: 1672
Photo books are often bought from books shops and given as gifts and this is because of the sense of excellence and luxury which they evoke. The thick, rich paper, glossy, high color images and luxury binding all combine to produce an aura of timeless style and class.
If you pick up the photo ... Views: 1672
Tonight is my first night out with a mom's group. As a single mom, I haven't done much since having my baby. I don't really know what to expect. I know I shouldn't have any expectations, but it's hard not to when you are going into an unfamiliar situation. I don't know any of the ladies that ... Views: 1672
Going From The “What To Do” To “How To Do It” Level Of Self Growth
By
Bill Cottringer
“Patience is waiting. Not passively waiting. That is laziness. But to keep going when the going is hard and slow - that is patience.” ~anonymous.
The common purpose of life for us all seems to be ... Views: 1671
Forgiveness is oftentimes misunderstood and difficult to put into action. For some, when another offends or betrays them, moving beyond the anger and the need to get even can feel impossible.
Forgiveness is a conscious choice to let go of all anger, pain, bitterness, and negative feelings ... Views: 1670
Feel that rising tide of anger? Surf's up! Start paddling.
Whenever we feel angry or frustrated, we get a blast of adrenalin coursing through our bloodstream. In the fight or flight response to stress, our bodies rely on our appendages. We need to hit, kick, jump or run away, and our ... Views: 1668
A 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: 1667
Collect All Your Worries in a Box
(Vinod Anand)
On a pleasant, cool night, everyone in the apartment block had gone to bed after a nice dinner, and there was absolute silence.
Early in the morning, the police came with a search warrant for carrying out a search operation at Apartment ... Views: 1667
Depression is a serious medical condition that can impact anybody. There is no race, ethnicity, age group, or gender that is immune to depression. Although, there is evidence that there is higher rates of depression among certain groups. However, many experts believe that at least some of these ... Views: 1667
Back in 1959, when I was ten years old, I spent two weeks of my summer with my sister in a child’s version of heaven on earth. I’m talking about the Pony Farm, or “Children’s Happy Acres” as it was officially called. North of Bellingham Washington, forty boys and girls came together for a week ... Views: 1666
A smooth flowing business is any business entity’s dream. Only efficient streamlining of business processes can ensure that desired smooth flow. Business administration is itself a chore, which often demands the full attention of your office staff. So, where can they fit in tasks such as medical ... Views: 1666
A rollercoaster of pleasurable feelings that make it hard to even breathe, or is it also evident in sarcasm, bickering, and sex on demand? You’re kidding, right? That’s not love. We don’t need to be educated about what love is; you just know it. Or do you?
Over 1 million kids a year are ... Views: 1665
How many seconds, minutes, hours, days, years, and decades have we wasted our lives on trivial like grumbling and whining about one thing after another. Then there’s the criticizing, judging and pointing fingers. And don’t leave out the infamous triplets … should’ve, could’ve, would’ve. Say yuk ... Views: 1664
It is very easy in today’s ‘quick fix’ society to sacrifice quality and give in to mediocrity.
There are too many products in the marketplace that are nothing more than crap with a pretty package, (sometimes even the packaging is garbage) put out by individuals with
false hopes of making a ... Views: 1664
Children love to play and become totally absorbed in games they choose for themselves. Everyone agrees that play is important for young children but once children reach school age it can become crowded out by a busy timetable of structured activities and homework. But play is not just a time ... Views: 1664
Our thoughts are vibrations and we are the storehouse of these vibrations. Just like a recorder records all the information that we want it to store, our mind stores all the information that we want it to know. The quality of the CD in our recorder determines the quality of our recorded ... Views: 1664
It is easy to be spiritually positive and philosophical
about life when things are going well. Even when exposed to
life’s misfortunes from a distance--distant relatives or
acquaintances--it’s fairly easy to conclude that life is
bringing them the experiences appropriate to their lives.
But what ... Views: 1664
A Daily Exercise to Attract More Abundance
Michael Shares His Daily Exercise for Feeling Abundant – and Why.
Law of Attraction responds to feelings (vibrations). What if we were able to duplicate the vibration of abundance deliberately? (This is what’s called Deliberate Attraction). Law of ... Views: 1663
The cutting board is one of the most integral and, actually, amazing tools we have at our hands in the kitchen. Taking good care of your cutting board is thus one of the best things you can do to keep things working well and serving you well. This article will explain a bit more in this regard. ... Views: 1663
Most of us have noticed how the week before we go on vacation seems to be brighter, happier, and how easy it is to handle all of life’s challenges when we’re about to head to the beach. And how dark and gloomy that last day of vacation can be knowing that tomorrow it’s back to life as usual. ... Views: 1663
Finding Happiness in Nature
When I was young, a childhood friend told me that if I held a buttercup beneath my chin, and my chin glowed yellow, it meant that I liked butter. Now, I tried the buttercup experiment, and sure enough, my chin glowed yellow. It was such a silly little amusement, ... Views: 1662
Our lives send us through ups and downs.
We expect that we will find a “key” that will unlock the mystery of perennial happiness, total clarity about what is going on, a firm and unending grasp upon the helm of our lives.
But inevitably, as night follows day, we find ourselves back in the ... Views: 1662
Those who do not move, do not notice their chains.” Rosa Luxemburg
Any risk worth taking is worth taking whether it leads to success or failure. Martha Beck
Thinking it Through
I’m sure you’ve heard of people, may even know some, who love taking risks. Usually they are physical ones ... Views: 1662
Peace is not about winning a war. Nor is it about avoiding war. It's not about freeing the oppressed, nor ignoring the Oppressed's cries for help. Those things, while noble in effort, are not "Peace."
Peace is a frame of mind. It is a way of life. It has its own rules that must be actively ... Views: 1662
We’re great at giving our very best in the hard moments, the crises. We pull out all the stops to save a loved one’s life, rescue a child from a burning building, salvage our marriages on the brink of divorce. We are truly, then, the shining example of what a human being is capable of.
But ... Views: 1662
Picking out between shelf and shelving of initial birthday outfits can be time-consuming as well as stressful. You would like your angel to search perfect for the woman first wedding, capturing the particular moments always in snap shots.
However, we have all seen intimidating pictures with ... Views: 1661
Each area of your home has a symbolic meaning with which you resonate on a subconscious level. Clutter and untidiness within each of these areas causes constriction and inertia in the corresponding aspects of your life.
CLUTTER IN THE KITCHEN
The kitchen has been called the "heart of the ... Views: 1661
Each area of your home has a symbolic meaning with which you resonate on a subconscious level. Clutter and untidiness within each of these areas causes constriction and inertia in the corresponding aspects of your life.
CLUTTER IN THE KITCHEN
The kitchen has been called the "heart of the ... Views: 1661
Gratitude is more than just saying the words; it is about feeling gratefulness for all that you are, all that you are becoming, and all that you have in your life. We tend to take things and people for granted when at anytime we could lose them.
When you practice gratitude on a daily basis ... Views: 1661