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- Embracing the Unexpected - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2013 from Cynthia OrtizThroughout our lives we are going to experience the unexpected. We will welcome the things that bring us joy and happiness with open arms and we will resist the things that bring us sadness and heartache. Both are natural reactions to what we want and what we don’t want. But….what if, ...
Views: 1571 - Life Is Inside You - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2013 from Cynthia OrtizLife is inside you but you spend so much time looking outside yourself, you don’t even know it exists. It is an unshakable feeling of peace and well-being; an unshakable feeling of calm. No matter what is going on you will never lose yourself when you are connected to Life. The Life inside ...
Views: 1019 - Are You Happy Now? 10 Ways to Live a Happy Life - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2013 from Maria BarryLessons from a dramatic life Barbara’s life has been pretty dramatic. Catapulted into intense “awakening” experiences by the tumultuous events of her early life, Barbara became a seeker. Her quest to find a way out of suffering led her to explore many different pathways and approaches – mental, ...
Views: 1066 - A Thanksgiving to Be Grateful For - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2013 from Noelle NelsonYou love your extended family, you really do, and the thought of all those aunts and uncles, in-laws and parents, cousins and various spouses and children warms your heart. Until it’s time for them to descend on your home for Thanksgiving. Even if it’s just a parent or solitary in-law or ...
Views: 1499(1 vote) - Expand Your Bucket List - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2013 from Kathy CannonIt has recently come to my attention that my bucket list needs a revision. Unlike my never-ending to-do list, I find that I scratch off completed items as I explore the world, but I have never sat down with my bucket list to really think outside the box to add to it. I have a long list that ...
Views: 1232 - Be Healed! - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2014 from Emily DeCarloJohn5:4-7 For an angel went down at a certain season into the pool, and troubled the water: whosoever then first after the troubling of the water stepped in was made whole of whatsoever disease he had. 5 And a certain man was there, which had an infirmity thirty and eight years. 6 When Jesus ...
Views: 1003(1 vote) - ***Shortcuts to Personal Empowerment, Confidence and Success - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2013 from Doris HelgeSTEP ONE: EXPLORE A HIDDEN SOURCE OF PERSONAL POWER Are the words you use more like a tire pump or a nail? When we tell ourselves, “I’m not good enough” or “I won’t succeed,” we puncture our confidence, success and happiness like a nail flattens a ...
Views: 3565(1 vote) - 2 life secrets for having a great life. - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2013 from Charles WoodLife secrets do such things exist? Well I have two super life secrets to share. They are such simple life secrets that I am sure you do not need reminding! But I hope you will be inspired. Life secret 1: Gratitude The first life secret is gratitude. This is the magic ingredient of ...
Views: 671 - The Strength of Smiles: How To Change Your Life By Being Positive. - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2013 from Kathleen White“I knew today was going to be awful the moment I got out of bed” is something most, if not all, of us have uttered at least once in our lives. You get out of bed, feeling just awful, the hot water runs out in the middle of your shower, and then you burn the eggs, miss the bus, and arrive late ...
Views: 739 - THE SIX LAWS OF TRUE HAPPINESS - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2013 from Al InfandeWhat is true happiness? According to the Dalai Lama (1998), "The very purpose of our life is to seek happiness. We all are seeking something better in life, therefore the very motion of our life is towards happiness”. It's been suggested by Geneticists and Psychologists that we are all ...
Views: 1082 - ***YOUR INNER CRITIC ATTACKS YOUR PARENTING SKILLS: Do You “Should” on Yourself? - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2013 from Doris HelgeHOW THE INNER CRITIC DEPLETES YOUR PARENTING SKILLS Which of these sound familiar? No matter how much Maria does for her child, she never feels like she does enough, “No matter how hard I try, I’ll never be the parent I want to be.” Bob constantly ...
Views: 3968(1 vote) - What Do I Want For Xmas? - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2013 from Niki CleggMost people would say there is nothing they can't live without apart from food, water and shelter. I found something special that I don't want to live without and I don't care if it is a luxury. I want one for Xmas! As I have become older I have not asked for much from anyone, in actual fact ...
Views: 1608 - ***YOUR INNER CRITIC Vs. YOUR AUTHENTIC SELF - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2013 from Doris HelgeHave you ever said “Yes” when you wanted to say “No?” Are you ever angry because your needs are ignored? Your self-esteem will soar when you stop being who you think you “should be” and become the shining star you truly are. The world is starved for your ...
Views: 4584(1 vote) - ***BULLIES IN THE WORKPLACE: To empower yourself, banish myths about a bully - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2013 from Doris HelgeIs there a jerk where you work? Have you ever worked with an honors graduate from Bully Bootcamp who intimidated, threatened, humiliated, or dominated other people? SHOULD YOU BEWARE OF THE BIG BAD BULLY? Yes . . . and no. Although it’s true you need to ...
Views: 6358(2 votes) - 10 steps to a BETTER YOU! - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2013 from Eryka Sklivas10 steps to a BETTER YOU! Entering a New Year has always been a time for reflecting on the past, and more importantly, preparing for the changes you want (or need) to make in the coming year. Rather than simply rolling from one year to the next, dragging your past into your future, here are ...
Views: 1115 - Unleash Your Inner Child - The Gateway to your Higher Self - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2014 from Eryka SklivasYou’re alive and breathing but are you living? I’m sure you have a routine that works for you and I’m guessing it goes something like this ‘work, eat, sleep, eat, work, sleep’. Well you are not alone! Most people are stuck in this humdrum cycle because, let’s face it, society has structured ...
Views: 3584(1 vote) - When Life Gets Froggy, Just Let Go - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2013 from Cynthia OrtizLet’s be honest; life is NOT always easy and we are not always happy. No matter how hard we try to feel better or get out of our funk, it only seems to get worse. Well the good news is, that is the problem. Whenever you “effort” from a place of negativity or frustration, you are only going to ...
Views: 992 - What is Sampoorna Yoga ? Overview - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2013 from tara sukhuSampoorna means complete, full. We are the spirit, Soul or Atman, which is Divinity or fullness itself. The Atman, which is also referred to as the Self, is functioning through the vehicles of body, senses, mind, intellect and ego to experience the world of objects, emotions and thoughts. The ...
Views: 1542(1 vote) - How Many Different Types of Friendships Are There? - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2013 from Niki CleggThrough many years of experience and learning I have found there are different types and levels of friendships and relationships. I want to discuss this in my article and see if anyone agrees. I have been around for many years and have learnt so much about people and especially about myself. I ...
Views: 2075 - 5 Happiness Habits To Do Before 8AM - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2013 from MADELINE CORRMy recent article ‘Climb the Ladder to Success with Happiness Habits states the best way to become the best you is through your habits and the goal is to make your daily success habits as habitual as possible so you do them without thinking. So, below are 5 habits to do before 8am for a happy ...
Views: 1132 - The Truth of Reincarnation Can Broaden Our Outlook and Perspectives - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2013 from Gopalakrishnan ChandrasekaranThe understanding of reincarnation leads to perspectives on many hidden issues of life so that our vision expands. As a result, the outlook on one’s life also expands helping us treat everyone and everything on earth with respect and dignity. It is good to live one’s life on this earth ...
Views: 1704 - Get Out of this Trap-You Are Incomparable! - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2013 from Valerie LipsteinSelf love; this is a powerful practice we explored last month. We have heard often how crucial it is to our authentic success and joy. There is one very insidious trap that sabotages self love; something many of us may be all too familiar with… Comparing… Have you ever found that you compare ...
Views: 1147 - Take Care of You by Receiving this Gift - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2013 from Alyssa JohnsonHave you ever realized how hard it is to take care of you when you don’t make it a priority? There’s always “stuff” to be done. Kids need rides. The house gets dirty. Groceries get eaten. But what about you? How much do you make taking care of you a priority? It needs to be a conscious ...
Views: 1291(2 votes) - Peace of Mind Naturally - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2013 from Alyssa JohnsonPeace of mind often feels like a pipe dream that other people get to experience. But that doesn’t have to be YOUR reality! It is possible to experience it on a regular basis. You’re probably asking, “How?” about this time, aren’t you? Peace of mind will never be a reality if you don’t ...
Views: 1172(1 vote) - We Must Change - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2013 from David PikkaAll was silent except for the pitter-patter of our feet bouncing on the sidewalk. My mother’s stride was long and purposeful while my footsteps were quick and short; the footsteps of a child. A thick mist had settled on our tiny town, coating everything with a fuzzy texture. The dew could still ...
Views: 433 - You Are Insane - Deal With It - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2013 from David PikkaAfter much thought I have come to the conclusion that every human on the face of this planet is insane. Many of us strive to reach an unattainable goal; to be perfect in every way (I.E. physically, mentally, emotionally, etc.), and many look to the pack and morph themselves to fit the image of ...
Views: 489 - How To Listen To Life - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2013 from Sonny MelendrezIn 1897, a musicologist and music critic for the New York Tribune named Henry Krehbeil wrote a book titled, “How to Listen to Music.” Henry said it was for the “untaught lovers of the art.” Perhaps, that is what many of us may be, untaught lovers of the art…of life. And, just as ...
Views: 1043 - Self-Care: How to Take It Easy on Yourself - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2013 from Alyssa JohnsonI will be the first to admit that self-care does not come natural for me! I am your “Type A, push through ‘til you drop, make it perfect or else” – kinda girl! Grasping the importance of self-care is something I’ve had to learn. I usually do a pretty good job with it, because I’ve learned ...
Views: 2733 - 9 Reasons To Have More Sex - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2013 from Dennis SimsekHere's a fun fact: Having sex 3 times a week cuts your chances of experiencing a heart attack in half. Yes, that's right - in half! Now that I've got your attention on the benefits of sex let's look at 9 reasons you need to get your partner into the sack more often: Instant Stress Relief: ...
Views: 1011 - Are you seeking for gratification or happiness? Understand between what is gratification and happiness - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2013 from Mykim TranDo you think it is important for you to take action to improve your community or society? Have you ever stop yourself from taking action to try to improve your community or society because you believe that one person cannot make a difference? Do you feel like it would be a waste of your time to ...
Views: 684 - Creating Holiday Magic - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2013 from Tina TessinaRecently, as we were eating in an Italian restaurant, the music being played transported me back to holidays with my Italian/American family. Traditional, sentimental Italian songs were such a large part of our gatherings for the holidays. After a huge, slow, multi-course dinner, Uncle Tommy ...
Views: 1337 - Happiness is right where you are!!! - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2013 from Larry CraneHave you ever experienced something beyond words? Perhaps a first kiss… An unbelievable sports victory… Wearing a new outfit by your favorite designer… Driving an expensive car… How about wedding day bliss? The birth of your children… Yes all of these occurrences are transformational! ...
Views: 1948(6 votes) - Respect Thy Self - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2013 from KL AdamsWhat is respect really? It is the standing of ground in moments of tests. People have a funny way of challenging each other throughout our interactions. If met with respect, the challenge falls by the waste side to allow for open communication to occur. If met with competition, it creates ...
Views: 1678 - A Life Changing Diagnosis - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2013 from Joanne DufaultTwo years ago, my life changed dramatically. Although I was diagnosed with a life-long neurological disorder for which there is no cure and no hope for a cure during my lifetime, my life is better than it was before the diagnosis. Of course, you are wondering HOW my life could be ...
Views: 1119(3 votes) - Sanity before Success - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2013 from Avril AllenSanity before Success! One common cause that brings clients into coaching with me to stop anxiety spoiling their lives, is the ever-increasing cultural expectations to do more, be more, have more and faster! This is fuelled by the feeling that unless we earn a certain income, and possess ...
Views: 1461 - Make gratitude a family value this Thanksgiving - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2013 from wendy dolberThanksgiving is right around the corner now. Friends and families are planning and gathering for the day. Is it going to be turkey, or goose, or maybe we'll even try turducky! How many side dishes this year? Remember last year we forgot the broccoli! Do we really have to have candied yams and ...
Views: 1502(1 vote) - Don't be a Supposed To Child for the Holidays - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2013 from wendy dolberRaise your hand if you think the holidays bring out the best and worst in us. It always seems that by the time Thanksgiving rolls around, the year seems to circle the drain at breakneck speed. So much to do — so little time. The lives of past holidays flash before our eyes as we try to focus on ...
Views: 1272(1 vote) - THREE TIPS FOR CREATING HAPPIER HABITS - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2013 from Vivien McKnightOne of the main reasons why humans have so much trouble being happy is that, in the majority of cases, we don’t know what happiness is. The Dalai Lama said that the purpose of life is to be happy - but if we don’t know what happiness is, how do we search it out? There are two common ...
Views: 1083 - Work Life Balance - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2013 from Marta HatterAs responsibilities mount and options narrow, we are inundated with news and evidence concerning changes. Difficulty that causes worry or emotional tension may induce a response in us of feeling stress. Stress is a term we use to describe both the physical and psychological state. Experiencing ...
Views: 1066 - Uncertainty And The Creative Space - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2013 from Jude Treder-WolffIn an episode of the classic television series The Twilight Zone, a gangster dies and is greeted by a man in white who introduces him to life in the hereafter by giving the guy absolutely everything he wants. Beautiful women, fabulous food, money, whatever. He asks for crap games and he cannot ...
Views: 1073 - How to Know You're Good Looking - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2013 from Sarah LambertGrowing up I never doubted I was attractive. As a teenager I pretended to have issues with my appearance to fit in with my friends, but didn’t think any of us actually believed it. I thought it was a game, and complained about my looks for the entertainment value of talking about myself. It ...
Views: 1030 - Follow Your Heart...Dare to be Happy - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2013 from Eloryia RAThere are many different ways to follow your heart to your happiness and all the other wonderful things you intend to have in your life. The quickest way is being free to express the magnificent spirit of you without concern of the opinion or judgment of others. Do not allow your ego to ...
Views: 1686(1 vote) - TO-DO LISTS - REMEMBER WHO'S IN CHARGE (Part2) - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2013 from Alan KeyseIn the Part One of this blog I discussed the problems that can be posed by attitudes to ‘To Do lists’, especially in the workplace, when people find themselves labouring under the burden of excessive stress. We looked at the possible adverse reactions and counter productive effects that the ...
Views: 968 - Welcome to Your Life – 33% Chances of Happiness Included - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2013 from Andrea BahamondesSeriously? 33%? You gotta be kidding me… Well, according to the Harris Poll® Happiness index, only 33% American are very happy. How does that number feel? A little low for my taste. Let’s look at other statistics… The American Psychological Association states that in western cultures ...
Views: 1266(1 vote) - Welcome to Your Life – 33% Chances of Happiness Included - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2013 from Andrea BahamondesSeriously? 33%? You gotta be kidding me… Well, according to the Harris Poll® Happiness index, only 33% American are very happy. How does that number feel? A little low for my taste. Let’s look at other statistics… The American Psychological Association states that in western cultures ...
Views: 1275(1 vote) - TO-DO LISTS - REMEMBER WHO'S IN CHARGE (Part 1) - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2013 from Alan KeyseIn an intensely competitive and, occasionally, unforgiving business environment, it has never been more important to maximise our efficiency so ensuring we maintain pace with the demands the world appears to impose upon us. As a useful tool to aid our own time management and productivity many ...
Views: 1070 - Performance – Should You Grade Your People On Their Performance? - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2013 from Tracey FieberGrading your teams’ performance is one of the most powerful ways to improve the strength of your company’s human capital, although it is often viewed negatively by both employees and managers alike. Many people have made arguments against grading on performance, but in most cases, their ...
Views: 1703 - The Good Idea/Bloom - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2013 from Nancy LennertGood morning my friends….. George (my husband) and I have been talking recently about moving some plants around. He said that this time of year is good for moving plants because they go dormant. I guess it is a kind of sleep for plants, trees, shrubs and bears. Some of our foliage has ...
Views: 1131(2 votes) - ***The One Step That Ensures Personal Happiness - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2013 from Bruce SchneiderI love interacting with positive people. The energy they emit is like fuel for the inspirational fire to those around them. Years ago, in an early post-college job, I overheard an older co-worker ask another much younger associate why he was always in a good mood. Even today, the answer still ...
Views: 3337(2 votes) - Life & Work Balance – Myth or Reality? - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2013 from Alyssa Johnson“Is it even possible to achieve life & work balance?” bemoaned a client of mine a few months ago. She was running herself ragged trying to juggle about 15 plates at once. She’d hit a wall and wasn’t even sure where to go from here. She was exhausted, short-tempered with just about everyone ...
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