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- Where Are We? - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Vickie GriffithDriving home to Virginia from South Carolina with our six-year-old exhilarated granddaughter in tow. For nearly three months she had been marking days off the calendar anticipating her visit with us in Virginia. Getting into the truck she was ready to be in our home,yet we had a seven to eight ...
Views: 1600 - Changing Seasons - New Beginnings - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2006 from Lori RadunWith each changing season, it’s a time to reflect on the past and make plans for the future. The seasons of the year can be compared to various cycles of our life. When I think of spring, it reminds me of new growth, opening up, and coming out into the world. Summer is time for sunshine and ...
Views: 1599 - How Addiction Effects Our Life of Purpose. - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2012 from Sherrie Vitello"The purpose of life is a life of purpose" When I read this quote I realized that this is what everyone needs to live by in order to feel content, gratitude and happy about their lives. Having a purpose. When a human-being has no purpose in their lives they are much more susceptible to staying ...
Views: 1599(1 vote) - Bliss Equals Joy - by Submitted on May 13, 2011 from Anita JeffersonI just found two websites, serendipitously, while researching inner happiness for an article I am writing, and just had to share them with you: http://www.oneletterwords.com/bliss http://www.blissology.com Go to these websites and use the interactive compass tool to rate your level of ...
Views: 1598 - What is your Giss? - by Submitted on May 23, 2005 from Anita JeffersonWhat is Your Giss? We all have giss? The true discovery is in finding out what it is. Is it a bird, is it a plane? No, giss is your essence; it is what makes you unique, outstanding, and distinct from the rest. A mother knows her child’s giss instinctively. A father intuitively knows his ...
Views: 1598 - How to Count Your Blessings - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2015 from Tom CasanoIf you were requested to list ten things that you are most grateful for in your life, what would be included in it? Do have to think for a while, or do you know exactly how blessed you are? When you ask someone how they are doing, the answer would depend on the level of comfort between the ...
Views: 1597 - Lukas Expresses Himself - Lessons from the World’s Smartest Horse - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2012 from Karen MurdockYears ago, I had thought horses only had two expressions because of their mostly fixed facial bones: neutral and angry. However, Lukas has shown me that he is capable of many more “looks”. By directing an eye here, an ear there or a nostril twitch to create a multitude of combinations, he is ...
Views: 1597 - Livening Up the Wintry Indoors - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2012 from Jakob BarryWinter can seem like it’s lasting forever and if your house or apartment isn’t a safe healthy abode both in body and spirit it can be a very depressing cold season. The lack of daylight and sometimes overbearing chilly weather can make life miserable and stir a deep sense of isolation. That’s ...
Views: 1596 - Pathways to posttraumatic growth - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2003 from Chris SchryerOn the fateful night of April 19, 1989, a young woman known as the Central Park Jogger was raped, beaten, and left to die. After a 14-year silence, she finally revealed her identity as Trisha Meili. She has appeared at Larry King Live and other talk shows. She also tells her story in her book ...
Views: 1596(1 vote) - 4 Volunteering Opportunities that Can Bring Happiness to Others - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2014 from Meghan BelnapThe world of volunteerism changes as the world changes, and new needs appear. Food Relief has become even more of an urgent frontier for volunteers than it was in the past. We have also seen a rise in the need for disaster relief volunteers. Here are 6 volunteer opportunities matched to today’s ...
Views: 1594(1 vote) - Peace Through Love and Journaling - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2012 from Mari L. McCarthyMany people experience romantic love at least once in their lives, and hopefully most of us know familial love and the love of friends. And perhaps we’ve been in love with our pets, or our projects, or the ocean, or chocolate. Whatever the object of our love, the best part about loving is ...
Views: 1594 - Positive, Possibility, Power Thinking - How To Integrate It Into Your Life - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2010 from Karl GruberPositive, Possibility, Power Thinking – How to Integrate It Into Your Life By Karl W. Gruber I have long been a disciple of the philosophy of Positive Thinking (beginning, of course, with Dr. Norman Vincent Peale in the early 20th. century), and many other great inspirational thinkers and ...
Views: 1594(2 votes) - The Importance of Fitness Training And Using Fitness Consultants - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2013 from Jonathan washingtonIf you want to finally lose weight and drop that excess body fat you are carrying around, you need to take your Fitness Training seriously and you should use Fitness Consultants. There are many different Fitness Consultants that you can buy online, taking this step is a big decision for your ...
Views: 1594 - Break Free! You Can Release Yourself from Depression. - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Allison Love, MAWill my life ever get better? When will I be happy? Is this the year my life changes? These were two questions I asked myself over and over again until the answers came in a manner I never imagined. After 34 years living a life limited within the parameters of Depression and Post Traumatic ...
Views: 1592 - Kindness - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.A simple act of kindness goes a long way. It doesn’t matter if it is something huge or something small, it is appreciated. Children are naturally kind to everyone. They learn this while playing and watching adults. Somewhere along the lines our sense of kindness, thoughtfulness either grows ...
Views: 1592(1 vote) - Stepping Into The Unknown With Determination - by Submitted on May 26, 2012 from Razan Z. KilaniMany times following my coaching sessions with my coachees, the same question keeps going around in my head: Why do we tie up our own hands? Regardless of the circumstances or the context of the coaching, I would be working on with my coachees, a truth always stands out before my very ...
Views: 1592 - Don’t Leave Yourself Out of Thanksgiving Gratitude! - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2014 from Noelle NelsonThanksgiving is almost here - that time of year when “get your gratitude on!” is the game of the day. And indeed, you do have your gratitude well in gear. You are ready to express your gratefulness for your family, your friends, your job (maybe, could be a stretch), Pilates, football, the ...
Views: 1591 - Fear or Love - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2013 from Wendy BaudinThere are basically two main powerful emotions that humans can experience and those are fear and love. All the others emotions are just sub-groups based upon fear and love. However it is only love that is the basis for all creation. Everything we do is coming from these two emotions. We are at ...
Views: 1591 - Why are we are all coming to the same result? - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Manfred JohannsenWhere are all problems coming from? Why do we have our problems? You can ask all around you. Ask yourself. What do you want? What is coming up in your mind? It could be the desire for more money, a bigger house, a bigger boat, a lovely partner, a better health, a better education, better ...
Views: 1591 - Life Success Strategies - How Big Is Your Fish Tank? - by Submitted on May 20, 2010 from Ken Donaldson“It’s the simplest of math: Big fish tanks grow big fish; little fish tanks grow little fish....” "You can't catch fish unless you put your line in the water. You can't reach your goals if you don't try." ~ Kathy Seligman As I was planning for one of my workshops, the “fish tank” metaphor ...
Views: 1590 - Want A Happier, Healthier, More Successful New Year? Become An Optimist - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2012 from Noelle NelsonThe holidays are just about over, your decorations are slowly making their way back into storage boxes, the euphoria of gift-giving and receiving has given way to the mundane “Here we go, another year” where you still have to make a living or figure out how to make it through the next month, ...
Views: 1590(1 vote) - Why What You Think You Want is a Lie - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2009 from Susan StackpoleWhy is what you THINK you want a lie? I bet some of you are thinking “Who is she to tell me what I want is a lie? She doesn’t even know me.” Well, read on… This exercise works best on paper, though you can do it your head as well… Grab a sheet of paper and ...
Views: 1590 - Your Job on Earth - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2013 from Tina TessinaIn Peace, Love and Healing, Dr. Bernie Siegel says: “Whatever your age, if you learn to listen, your inner voice will speak to you about your path... your ‘job on earth.’ This wisdom that is directing you from within is your birthright... an inner message, an inner awareness, that says, ‘This is ...
Views: 1590(2 votes) - 6 Simple & Easy Tips to Boost Mother's Health - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2010 from Christine EstersWhen it comes to taking care of themselves, mothers seem to lack in that department. After all, they have a lot on their plate: take the kids to school; cook dinner; go to PTA meetings and still be a loving and caring wife. It's no wonder we dedicate a special day just for them. Mother's day is ...
Views: 1589(6 votes) - Happiness Creates Wealth - Part 1 - by Submitted on May 21, 2009 from Kimberly SchneiderI’ve helped hundreds of people uncover unconscious limiting beliefs (ULBs) act as obstacles to success in life. Over the next several months in Business As Unusual I’ll explore the nine most common ULBs. The first one is: Money creates happiness. I’m not bashing money. I love to play with ...
Views: 1589(1 vote) - How to Find Yourself in the World of Self Templates - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2015 from Jane CoplandIn the world where we are constantly bombarded with information, expectations, ‘must-haves’ and ‘must-bes’ it can sometimes be difficult to know who you really are and what you really want from life. Perhaps you’ve grown up under the influence of your family’s or friends’ expectations, maybe ...
Views: 1589 - Role of Jeans in Casual Dressing For Boys - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2012 from Yasir IkramJeans Role in Boys Casual Dressing When we talk about the casual dressing then the first thing that comes in our minds is to wear that looks trendy and fashion. In case of boys it is the jeans, sneakers, t-shirts etc., but overall pant made of jeans plays a major role in providing the unique ...
Views: 1589 - Sing for Your Life, Health, and Happiness - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2009 from Robin KissingerYou may not be aware of it, but singing is good for your heart. Really! When you sing you have better oxygenation, you reduce stress and can alleviate anxiety and depression. These things boost your immune system and make you feel good. And, when you sing with a group of friends, those ...
Views: 1589 - Happiness Is Produced, Not Found. - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2008 from Dr. Michael GrantHappiness is produced, not found. I love good chocolate chip cookies. I really love them if they have walnuts and when they are still warm. My wife, Patricia, knows this and, over the years, has experimented with various cookie recipes and now has one that is dynamite. Part of the whole ...
Views: 1588 - The Key is Your Breath - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Leslie SannI haven’t met anyone recently who hasn't come down with a case of the blue devils processing all the bad news we are bombarded with, in addition to those investment statements that don't seem to be headed in the intended direction. I don't know about you but I have found myself triggered by fear ...
Views: 1588(1 vote) - Charming Smile - Dr. Andrew Huang Dentist for Dental Treatment in San Jose - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2012 from Tom littleA dentist is a repair person that is regulated and sanctioned ethics thusly, visit your dentist in San Jose at least twice a paternalistic system in the melody of the disjunction and approve all vehement. Some dental problems occur gradually, but there are circumstances where the distress of the ...
Views: 1587(1 vote) - Holiday Stress Tips: Being alone over the holidays - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2010 from Elizabeth Lombardo, PhDHoliday stress relief for those alone over the holidays: If you are single, divorced, widowed, or recently separated, it's not uncommon to feel unhappy or even depressed during the holiday season. With all the images of couples and families smiling at each other, it is easy to feel like you are ...
Views: 1587 - 21 Actions to Ignite Your Success - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2005 from Paul FrazerTaking action is the strongest way to create success in your life. The following are the 21 Actions that you can take right now, to ignite the success in your life, business, career, relationships, or family. Take one or two of the actions that you are better at and practice them. Then, start ...
Views: 1586(1 vote) - Taking Interpersonal Realtionships to a New Level - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Azriel WinnettI want to tell you a little story. Not about anything dramatic. On the contrary, it's very ordinary. So ordinary, in fact, that the many onlookers who must have been standing around didn't bat an eyelid when they overheard this brief conversation in a busy butcher shop. Hardly surprising that ...
Views: 1586(1 vote) - The 6 Aspects of Suffering and How to Stop it! - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2015 from Brian KrallMany people turn to self help because of the fact that their lives are not what they want it to be…and they are oftentimes experiencing some form of suffering. In fact this is the reason why Buddhism is one of the most popular and prosperous religions today (not that this is going to be a ...
Views: 1586 - The Resume - by Submitted on May 11, 2007 from Wayne MisnerThe Resume Who are you? No, I don’t mean the job you have. Share with me your dreams, desires and values. Are you trusted, honest, respect others, loyal to family, and friends? How old are you? No, not your age, but your thoughts and acts; are you cast in cement or taking a journey where you ...
Views: 1586 - Cultivating Joy - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2018 from GLENDA GARCIAHealing and recovery are about cultivating joy. After all, joy is what we want to realize in our lives. Joy enables our purpose to savor life. Many in the throes of addiction and other mental illnesses never experience joy. Life is dull, flat, painful, and dreary; a wasteland of depression ...
Views: 1585 - Design & Live the Life of Your Dreams - Three Powerful Keys to Deliberate Creation - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2012 from Nanette GeigerI’ve given many hours of of thought to what it takes to distil into bite sized chunks what gets in the way of being a deliberate creator. I’ve studied, read, practiced, played, created and taught many tools to myself and others to assist them into alignment with their desires. What I’ve found ...
Views: 1585 - Get a New Vision for Your Life - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Denise MistichEveryone is focusing on the "State of the Union" or "State of the World," I should say. The economic crises in the US has captured all eyes and the whole world watches President Barack Obama, looking steadily for positive change. In my last article, I advised you to change your focus and look ...
Views: 1585 - Finding Opportunity Between Negative Thoughts - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2012 from Teri GoetzThere's a moment when negative thoughts arise in your head, unbidden. In that moment, you need to decide how you are going to think about a given situation or person. You know what I'm talking about. It's that moment where you feel the urge to indulge in a negative thought or say a negative ...
Views: 1584(2 votes) - How To Go With The Flow - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from James LeGrandIn our society, we often use the phrase, “Go with the flow.” Many of us have not given any thought as to what that means. Going with the flow means moving with the flow of events. It means that you move with the present, and you do not fight against it. The present is also known as ...
Views: 1584(2 votes) - SANTOSHA, INNER PEACE OR EQUANIMITY OF MIND - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2017 from Maetreyii Ma NolanToday’s article is about the second of the yogic principles to follow in Niyama, Santosha, that is inner peace or equanimity of mind. Inner peace is a powerful state of being but requires the development of certain mental attitudes. If you keep your attention absorbed in the ups and downs of ...
Views: 1584 - Overconfidence VS Lack Of Confidence - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2008 from Greg FrostConfidence refers to a strong sense of belief and trust in your abilities to achieve what you want in life. The benefits of having greater self-confidence are numerous, allowing you to have more faith in your decisions in life. Having a lack of confidence can prove to be an obstacle to achieving ...
Views: 1583 - The Out Of Our Control Worry - How do we deal? - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Sherrie VitelloAlong with everything else that all of us human beings have to worry about in our daily lives is the haunting yet very real fact that the world around us is going through some changes. I'm talking about what's going on with our planet. It's what I call 'Out of Our Control Worry.' The worry about ...
Views: 1583 - The Story of You: It’s All in Your Head - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2015 from Patricia NollWould you believe me if I told you that the way you think you are and the way you think others think you are is something that you have made up with the thoughts you think about yourself? That’s right. The way you see yourself is all made up by you. Because of the way you think about yourself ...
Views: 1583(3 votes) - Coming Out of The Dark – Letting Go of the Struggles Within! - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2012 from Trudy-Ann EwanFor someone who has suffered from and struggled with severe depression, I know what it is like to be in a state of utter darkness. Allow me to take you on a quick trip through one of my depressive timeline. Four years ago, I suffered a miscarriage. Sadly, this is something a lot of women ...
Views: 1582(2 votes) - Polarization, Convergence and Focusing - Transformation by Natural Spirituality - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2013 from Gopalakrishnan ChandrasekaranWhen the psychological energy elements are in the helter-skelter form, they lack the synergistic effect. Healthy mental transformation can take place with synergism. Our noisy mental state, lacking polarization, fritters away the energy. Let us consider an iron piece before and after ...
Views: 1582(3 votes) - THE CHASE OF LIFE WILL MANIFEST FOR US By Patricia Ross - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2016 from Patricia Rosshttp://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/306062 www.teenvoice.ws In life from birth we are alert. We are alert to the chase of life. You may not remember your discovery years of life. Although, in our former years we had discovery, play and imaginative play for self-development. ...
Views: 1582 - Dyeable Shoes The Perfect Look For Any Occasion - by Submitted on May 29, 2012 from Lucas LeverShoes are a fabulous must-have accessory. A stunning pair of shoes definitely will boost your self-confidence together with help you make a trendy statement. If you'd like to look fantastic for a special event, check out these kind of Nine To the west shoes. These sneakers are perfect for ...
Views: 1581 - Enrich Your Life: Befriend an Extrovert if You’re an Introvert, or an Introvert if You’re an Extrovert - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2015 from Noelle NelsonI went to the movies recently with a friend. It was billed as an action comedy and I was looking forward to some good laughs. What I hadn’t realized is that the movie was 90% action and 10% comedy. Oh, the comedy was great! We’re talking LOL rolling in the aisles funny--and the action was just ...
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