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- Breathe! - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2009 from Rebecca AstaraI am sure you have heard the phrase “just take a deep breath and calm down.” This common technique of breathing to calm one’s self is more powerful and significant than one might think. Fully imagine yourself in each of the following situations. With each one, enact your experience with a ...
Views: 1391(3 votes) - Happiness Now! - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsHere is something to learn from our children: BE HAPPY NOW. You might have noticed that children don’t typically spend their days worrying about the past or dreading the future (barring the occasional upcoming algebra test.) Children, far more successfully than most adults, live in the ...
Views: 739(3 votes) - INCREASING YOUR SELF-ESTEEM - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2012 from Marta HiattThe most important quality necessary for success in one's relationship, work, friendships and life, is self-esteem, and the outcome of every significant thing we do in our life is determined to a very large degree by this factor. As a therapist, ...
Views: 1577(3 votes) - Modern Pixel Photography | Winnipeg Wedding Photographer - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2012 from Graham CookEverywhere in the world the wedding day is one of the most important days in the lives of any couple. For the men, it is a scary day that they have had the courage to face. For the ladies it is considered the most special day in their lives. This is a day for all of the attention to be placed ...
Views: 1323(3 votes) - Past Life Regression – As Entertainment - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2010 from Michael JuddI have often been invited to lead a small group of friends in an evening of Past Life Regression. They are looking for an evening of entertainment. Some in the group may believe in reincarnation, others may not. Many times, no one in the group has experienced either hypnosis or past life ...
Views: 1409(3 votes) - Self Esteem - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Bruce SullivanThe German philosopher, Hegel, believed that all of history was to be interpreted along a continuum of collective consciousness, and that there was no such thing as truth, just different forms of consciousness, each transcending the other, but none that have ever been wholly true. Looking down ...
Views: 1363(3 votes) - Six Easy Tips for Beating the Holiday Blues - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2009 from Bette Lawrence-WaterSome people find the holiday season one of the most depressing times of year. Are you one of them? If so, you know that those cheerful greetings heard so often throughout November and December often fall on ears with hidden melancholy. Here are some suggestions for beating those holiday ...
Views: 1872(3 votes) - The Exciting New Wave Of Contemporary Wedding Invitations - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2012 from tracy weddingThe modern couple is not so easy to satisfy when it comes to wedding ceremonies and receptions. Contemporary wedding invitations offer many possibilities to the bride and groom. The elegant wedding invitations have evolved from the classic white to shades of caramel or even red, tied around with ...
Views: 1303(3 votes) - The Purpose of Fortune Telling - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2003 from Norman GilbreathIt may seem the purpose of Fortune Telling is to find out about the future, but the real purpose is to find out what to do to improve the future. Rather than predicting the future, Fortune Telling is remembering the past. Real Fortune Telling takes this form: When things have been like "this", ...
Views: 2027(3 votes) - The Purpose of Fortune Telling - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2003 from Norman GilbreathIt may seem the purpose of Fortune Telling is to find out about the future, but the real purpose is to find out what to do to improve the future. Rather than predicting the future, Fortune Telling is remembering the past. Real Fortune Telling takes this form: When things have been like "this", ...
Views: 2027(3 votes) - Wealth - Does Wealth Affect Your Happiness? - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2011 from Gayle Joplin Hall“Can wealth give happiness? Look around and see, what gay distress! What splendid misery! Whatever fortunes lavishly can pour, the mind annihilates and calls for more.” - Andrew Young, Civil Rights Activist. Think about the rich and famous, the media, our rock stars, and movie stars we ...
Views: 2344(6 votes) - When Was the Last Time You Experienced Joy in Your Life? - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Pat MussieuxI heard Fitness Guru, Bob Greene, ask Oprah that question one day (a few years ago). I stopped to think about how I would answer the question. At the time, I didn't have an answer! That made me feel very sad and I vowed, in that moment, that I would make some changes and begin to add, and ...
Views: 1478(3 votes) - A Blind and Physically Disabled Gal...Happy? - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2009 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionOf all your achievements, what are you most proud of? That was what a reporter wanted to know while she interviewed me for a newspaper feature. All the major accomplishments I've achieved in my twenty-five years swam through my head at lightning speed. Which is my proudest achievement? I ...
Views: 5547(16 votes) - Do You Suffer From Multiple Identity Disorder? - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2013 from Rachel AndrewsWhat is multiple identity disorder? The non-clinical version is when you show up with a different personality or set of values depending on who you’re with. You can know for sure if this applies to you by asking yourself this, “would people describe me differently depending on who I ...
Views: 2313(5 votes) - Success, Happiness and Wasting Your Energy - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2010 from Willie HortonToday is a new day – one that has never happened before, a unique day that will never be repeated. Now is a new moment. And, in this new moment, you have a choice. You have a choice - which thoughts you are you going to pay attention to just at this moment in time? The probability is that ...
Views: 2884(5 votes) - 12 Powerful Tips to Experience More Happiness In Your Life - by Submitted on May 06, 2013 from Ed DuPreezAbraham Lincoln once astutely observed that "most people are about as happy as they make up their minds to be". In other words, they decide how happy they will be. Happiness is your choice. It’s a powerful idea! Most people live their lives as if they have no control over their own ...
Views: 762(2 votes) - Are You Flying with Eagles or Gobbling with Turkeys? - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2011 from Melvina HarrisonMany people don't realize that their fate as well as their destiny is proclaimed in the people they associate with. Your friends and associates can stimulate you to help you reach your highest potential or they can bring you down. When we look as birds of the kingdom, we realize that there ...
Views: 8370(2 votes) - Are You Living on Purpose? - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2013 from Mike RobbinsI was recently invited to be a speaker for an upcoming online telesummit called The Power of Purpose. While I’m honored to be a part of this program, the invitation had me pause and reflect a bit about my own life and work, and specifically ask myself the question, “Am I living on purpose?” My ...
Views: 1521(2 votes) - Barriers to Living a Happy Life - Part 2 - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2009 from Pat MussieuxIn the last article, I referenced the 4 major barriers to living a happy life. The first major barrier is Habits (you can get a copy of that issue by visiting my website at www.steps2happiness.com). In this issue, we will examine the second major barrier – attitudes! Now, we all know that ...
Views: 2540(2 votes) - Best of the INTENTernet: Happy Happy Happy! - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIn case some of you didn't know, happiness is this week's theme on Intent.com. It also happens to be the unofficial theme of this week's edition of Best of the INTENTernet! First things first, here's a compelling new video from TED on the science of happiness by cognitive researcher Nancy ...
Views: 768(2 votes) - Expressing Gratitude Is More Than Saying Thank You - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Marla EnhelderGratitude is many things to many people. It is wonder; it is appreciation; it is looking at the bright side of things; it is abundance; it is thanking someone; it is “counting blessings.” It is savoring; it is not taking things for granted; it is present-oriented. The average person often ...
Views: 2262(2 votes) - Have you Given Up on Your Dreams? - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Pat MussieuxHow do we make our dreams become reality? What do I do next? In my many conversations on this topic lately, I have been reminded that I 'assume' people know this information. I have been working with these techniques and processes for over 20 years and it has all become second nature to me. I ...
Views: 1701(2 votes) - 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: 2650(2 votes) - Love and Freedom - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2010 from Sarah MariaOne of the defining themes of my adult life has been this something that I refer to as Love. When the universe forced me into personal crisis a few years ago, it slowly became apparent that a key issue was love. Ever since then, my life has become, in one form or another, a meditation on love: ...
Views: 1858(2 votes) - Our Insatiable Desire for Fame - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2009 from Mike RobbinsI’ve been fascinated by the recent sensationalized stories in the media about “Balloon Boy,” the White House party crashers, and the various alleged mistresses of Tiger Woods coming out to tell their tales. While it’s easy to get caught up in the drama of these stories, to blame the insatiable ...
Views: 2155(2 votes) - Success with Self-Improvement - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Dr Diana HodgsonThe most important investment you can make is an investment in yourself...an investment which will empower you to be the person you would like to be; a person who can attain all your goals and desires; a person who is more relaxed, healthy, loving, confident, positive, successful, motivated, ...
Views: 1461(2 votes) - Tandem skydiving-Easy way to enjoy the thrilling activity - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2009 from Joe SteinWell, what can be more adventurous than a freefall of almost one minute form a great height along with spectacular views of landscapes? Skydiving is the only sport that gives you such thriving experiences and off course it is not at all harmful. For the initial skydivers a great start would be ...
Views: 674(2 votes) - The Wheel of Fortune - Picturing Your Good - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Christina WatsonA funny thing happened while I was getting ready for class #5 in my 8-week Prosperity Principles for Wealthy Living class - the topic of which is: I have seen amazing things happen when one puts their heart's desire into this format. One gal - with an intense singleness of purpose - made her ...
Views: 1304(2 votes) - What Are You Reading? - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2010 from Pat MussieuxI’m sure you’ve heard the commercial: “What’s in your wallet?” My question to you, today, is what’s on your bookshelf? I love to read and I have many, many books. In fact, my promise to myself this year was to actually read each of the books I do have before buying any new ones. “Reading ...
Views: 1461(2 votes) - What Is The Universal Law of Attraction and How Does It Work? - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from Imelda LeahyThe Law of Attraction is a Universal Law and it says that what you FOCUS on, you are attracting into your life. It has always existed everywhere; it always will and it works for everyone, all of the time. Put simply, that means what we think and feel strongly about is coming towards us. You get ...
Views: 2256(2 votes) - The Myths and Truths about Positive Thinking - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2010 from Avinoam LernerWhy we are failing to develop a positive attitude and the key to happiness still eludes us. We keep hearing about the importance of the power of positive thinking. All motivational gurus tell us that being positive is an essential to our success and finding happiness. It is necessary for our ...
Views: 3208(7 votes) - 2 Simple Ways to Be a Happy Parent - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from Erin KurtDo you have moments throughout the day when you feel great as a parent? When your kids are happy, you are happy, you are all hugging, laughing and kissing one other? You know the feeling of wonderment. Now, do you also have times when you don’t love being a parent? Have you felt at your wits ...
Views: 1489(5 votes) - 10 Causes of Needless Heartaches - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2003 from Guy FinleyOur lives are meant to be bright, noble, and ever ascending. This promise of our True Potential is made good in us by the fulfillment of our possibilities, and not through the interminable struggle of trying to do what is impossible. Most of our sorrows are the offspring of trying to be ...
Views: 4363(3 votes) - I Wish I Was Wayne Dyer - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2013 from Robin RobertsI wish I was Wayne Dyer all Zen about letting children find their own way. Then maybe I would be able to resist sending my neighbours children to bootcamp while they were not looking. I wish I was Oprah able to talk about my bowel moments without fear of being asked for my senior’s card. I ...
Views: 1986(3 votes) - Live A Longer Life with Better Lifestyle Choices - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2009 from Brian MPeople these days are living longer and longer as medical advances expand life expectancies; outside of trusting your longevity to modern medical advances I’ve outlined for you here everything you need to know about increasing longevity through better lifestyle choices. If you want to know how ...
Views: 3205(3 votes) - Taming the Stress Snake - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from LINDA HENLEY-SMITHSome people must really like stress. I mean, they must like it even if they say they don’t, because they talk about it all of the time and they wear their stress like badges of honor. Just eavesdrop on a conversation between two or more people in an airport or a restaurant during lunch hour. ...
Views: 1570(3 votes) - You Get What You Expect! - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2009 from Pat MussieuxHere 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: 1666(6 votes) - Happiness and Continuous Learning - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2009 from Pat MussieuxAccording to Henry Ford, the founder of Ford Motor Company, "Anyone who stops learning is old, whether at 20 or 80. Anyone who keeps learning stays young." At a recent event that I spoke at, sitting up front and center, was Florence - a lady who introduced herself to me, telling me that she ...
Views: 1813(4 votes) - Quit Trying To Be Perfect - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2010 from Monty RitchingsIn our drive for the good life, it seems that we have become obsessed with the need to be “perfect”! Why can’t we just let our selves be who we are at the moment? As human beings we are constantly changing and evolving as our life changes. We cannot stop this process no matter how hard we ...
Views: 2330(8 votes) - How To Get What You Want! - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Terry DrakeHave you ever wondered how people get what they want? I mean people who consistently get what they want, you know the ones that others call lucky or fortunate or think that they have some unfair advantage over others. Whatever others think, I am sure you are wondering how they can do ...
Views: 1710(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: 2614(8 votes) - 3 simple daily practices to help you live happily ever after - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2009 from Ann-Mhayra Aleckson…and they all lived happily ever after. Remember when you were a little child and your head was filled with dreams of Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella and beautiful princesses – awakened by a prince’s kiss and spirited away to a land of happily ever after? Or maybe you dreamt of Prince ...
Views: 1882(1 vote) - "Ladies and Gentlemen the Choise is Yours" - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2011 from Jenn ProtheroWe are a pretty bunch, us humans aren’t we? We like to look good, sometimes at a very high cost to not only to our wallets, but to our bodies as well. Looks have become so important in society, showing the distinct “culture” you belong to. There are so many looks to chose from, so many styles ...
Views: 1473(1 vote) - *** Your Happiness and How You Choose to Look at Things: A Simple Illustration - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2009 from Warren WojnowskiNo doubt you have heard the phrase "change the way you look at things and the things you look at change". This is such a powerful phrase because it points out that the one thing you always have control of is your thoughts -- which means you can literally choose to feel happy, or not. How often ...
Views: 1813(1 vote) - 11 tips that I'm using to "Eat very right." - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsFor this month, I've resolved to “Eat very right.” I wouldn’t be able to eat this right forever – and I wouldn’t even try -- but I decided to take a boot-camp of approach to cleaning up my eating habits. 1. No sweets. Not even a bite. I gave up my beloved Tasti D-Lite – ah, I miss it. I’d ...
Views: 1014(1 vote) - 20 Ways to Find, Sustain and Share Happiness - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2003 from Megan McDonoughThe Dalai Lama says that we all share one common aspiration: we all want to be happy; no one wants to suffer. This universal desire binds us together. At some point the realization dawns that no matter how big the paycheck is, no matter how many degrees we get, no matter how nice the house and ...
Views: 4816(2 votes) - 3 Ways to Help an Older Sibling Deal With Having a New Baby in the House - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Erin KurtHas your older child been overly aggressive or desperate for attention since your new baby arrived? This situation can be very stressful for a tired mom and dad, however it needn't be. Here are a few tips on how to turn this tiring situation around. 1 ) Schedule one-on-one time with the older ...
Views: 1400(1 vote) - 3 Ways to Know If You’re Saying Yes Too Much - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2015 from Pat LaDouceurLife is full of opportunities. There’s work of course, or school if you’re a student. There are chores, and errands, but also workout time, evenings with your family, organizations you want to support…so many things you can take part in. But if you end up saying yes to all of it, then before ...
Views: 1680(1 vote) - 3 Ways To Live In a Changing World - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWhen everything looks hopeless we do have the chance to grow into something better: what the caterpillar calls the end of the world, we call a butterfly! But, like a butterfly, the journey to such growth can be a difficult one, including having to transform ourselves as completely as a ...
Views: 682(1 vote) - 37 Ways to Make A Difference to Yourself and Others - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Anolia "Leah" Orfrecio-Facun“Making a difference” is not just a scheduled event or activity, but a moment anytime when a person finds it in his/her heart to do something good, to care or to share, or to make a voluntary contribution to another individual, a community or our society. When we consciously give or do ...
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