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- Are You Under Bible Law Or Grace Of God? - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2011 from Bill NaugleHow Do You Know If You Are Under The Law Or Under Grace? You will find in the bible the book called Romans and in chapter six and verse fourteen it reads: "For sin shall not have dominion over you, for you are not under law but under grace". When sin has power over you then you are under the ...
Views: 954 - Everything We Do Really Does Matter - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Laurie McAnaughRecently, I had a memorable experience at the grocery store, of all places! It was not the store I typically shop at, as it's about 20 minutes from my house, however on this particular day, it was conveniently located on my way home from an appointment. It was the store's busiest day and time ...
Views: 850 - Making Homemade Greeting Cards Can Be Therapeutic, Fun, And They Brighten The Days Of Those To Whom You Give Them! - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Father TimeWhen you want to brighten the day of someone else, you can write them a poem, or a little note, or you can even make them a handmade greeting card. What most people may not realize, is that Making Homemade Greeting Cards Can Be Therapeutic, Fun, And They Brighten The Days Of Those To Whom You ...
Views: 4745(5 votes) - Want Real World Change? Stop Complaining - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Timothy BarlowIf you really want to change your life and help build a better world for yourself and others, you might want to consider this little piece of advice: stop complaining. You don’t have to travel far these days to come across this crippling habit — there’s plenty of people fussing about the ...
Views: 2565(4 votes) - Victim versus Victor - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Karin VoloMaking the Conscious Choice to Win! How many times have you blamed someone or something else for a problem in your life? We’ve all done it and we are conditioned to do this. It is a natural reaction…yet it is one that harms us in so many ways. Blaming others automatically puts you in a ...
Views: 1429 - Spirit Speaks - Forgiveness And Love Part 3 - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Kristin EcklundWhen you hold a grievance against anyone, in effect you hold it against yourself. They become your mirror. When you see them, what you’re really seeing is yourself, and the judgment that you think you have against them, is really one that you have against yourself. Whoa, say what? Yes, ...
Views: 1103(1 vote) - How to Organize with Improv - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Julie GrayA couple of years ago I took an improv class. I didn’t do it because I secretly yearn to be the next Drew Carey, but because I had heard that improv classes can sharpen your public speaking skills and how well you think on your feet. The idea also scared the hell out of me, so I figured that ...
Views: 1200 - Our Happiness Level - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2012 from Jodi ChapmanI was listening to Hay House Radio yesterday, and the host was talking about how our happiness levels could be measured by averaging the happiness levels of our top few friends. I found this so interesting and also very eye opening. It's so important to surround ourselves with positive, ...
Views: 1162(4 votes) - Share the Love - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2012 from Jodi ChapmanIt feels so good to know that we are appreciated. It is a wonderful feeling to learn that our actions have inspired someone. And while we all are constantly inspired by others and admire the amazing work that our mentors are doing, how often do we stop and let them know how much they mean to ...
Views: 1232(6 votes) - Be Kind - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2011 from Ken OnuBe Kind I often hear people talk about the importance of how we should be kind to others. Indeed, this is the expected norm for how people should relate to other people. It has been taught and preached so many times that the act of kindness has always been focused on giving to others. This is ...
Views: 666 - What is Thomas Jefferson's Declaration Of Independence? - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Amy DyslexThe Declaration of Independence: Text and Crux The Declaration itself demanded independence from the British Empire and stressed upon the grant of equal rights to every human being and stated them to be unalienable. The most prominent ones are mentioned in what is regarded by some as one of ...
Views: 1152 - A "Review" of 'The Greatest Miracle in the World' by Og Mandino (Part Two) - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: A "Review" of 'The Greatest Miracle in the World' by Og Mandino (Part Two) Submitted by: Craig Lock Key words: 'The Greatest Miracle in the World', Og Mandino, book "reviews", good books, inspirational books, empowerment, self help, self help books, personal growth Web Sites: ...
Views: 1420(1 vote) - Identify Your “WhyPower” that will propel you toward your dreams - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Andrew Horton“I believe each of us is born with a life purpose and mission. Identifying, acknowledging, and honoring this mission and purpose are perhaps the most important actions super achievers take.” Discovering and articulating your values, mission and purpose allows you to gain direction for your ...
Views: 1747(1 vote) - THE (MY) SOUTH AFRICAN DREAM : - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2011 from Craig LockTHE SOUTH AFRICAN DREAM : LONG WALK TO FREEDOM AND PEACE: THE "BRIDGE-BUILDER, THE RECONCILIATOR" Tags (key words): South Africa, dream, dreams, my young dream, 'Long Walk to Freedom and Peace', Craig Lock, hope, New books, soccer, Web sites: http://sawriter.wordpress.com and ...
Views: 1445 - 'The God Memorandum' (from 'The Greatest Miracle in the World' by Og Mandino) - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: 'The God Memorandum' (from 'The Greatest Miracle in the World' by Og Mandino) Submitted by: Craig Lock Category/Key words: Inspiration, 'The Greatest Miracle in the World', Og Mandino, book "reviews", inspirational books, good books, empowerment Web sites: ...
Views: 1747 - Five Reasons Why You Should Take Up Daily Meditation - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Belinda DalyThe present-day world tenets, successes and results, which is why, maybe, that more and more individuals are turning to meditation. In our noisy contemporary world, many people feel an ultimate need for quiet and reflection. Below are Five Reasons why daily meditation can benefit your hectic ...
Views: 804(1 vote) - The 5 Most Powerful Sources of Inspiration - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2011 from Team AfroTo have the best life available you need Knowledge, Love and Inspiration. As you acquire Knowledge you can learn to do things for yourself and for others that make your life and the world a better place. With Love you can do these things with compassion, caring and humility. With Inspiration ...
Views: 2012 - Dare to Dream - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2011 from Andrew HortonDare to Dream We all have an unquenchable desire to dream about and create a better life for ourselves and our families. What makes life so incredible is that we have the ability to establish goals that will allow us to live these dreams. It is so amazing that we have the affinity and ability ...
Views: 1388(2 votes) - Small Simple Steps Make the Biggest Difference – Create a Positive Domino Effect in Your Life - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2011 from Julia JamesFeeling overwhelmed seems to be a constant in most people’s lives today. Too much work, endless to-do lists, too many demands, too many bills to pay, too much! This may lead to feeling helpless and unable to do anything. When faced with the challenge of too much, we often think that we have ...
Views: 1795(1 vote) - Three New Success Habits to Promote Succes - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2011 from Andrew HortonMeet Your Future, C.P.A and Performance Management System Inspiration is that fire in your belly that drives you to begin and to keep taking the necessary daily actions that will help you to realize all your dreams. Aligning your values with the success you desire and developing a success ...
Views: 1445(2 votes) - Spirit Speaks - Forgiveness and Love Part 2 - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Kristin EcklundWhat does it mean to forgive? First, let’s look at what it means to NOT forgive, that is, to hold onto old regrets, judgments, or lower vibrations of emotions when you think of that person – anger, resentment, frustration, sadness, etc. When you are unable to totally love someone, freely and ...
Views: 1167(1 vote) - Discover your Mission and Purpose - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Andrew HortonI often wrestle with the concept of what the mission and purpose of our lives actually is. Of the many different ideas I have discovered, the one that rings true with me, is the ability and willingness to live our full potential. Every virtue, treasure and reward in life is dependent on us ...
Views: 1561(1 vote) - Leadership Starts Within - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Dr Richard NorrisThe global recession, directly or indirectly, will impact leadership – yours, your market, your competition, your region and, yes, your nation. Why?... Because leadership is ubiquitous. It is all around us. It is of primary importance. Yet, it is seemingly underserved, undervalued and under ...
Views: 1539(1 vote) - Determing Your Purpose - Part 2 - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Dr Richard NorrisIn one word, what’s my purpose? Remember that question? It is where we left off from the last article. It should have got you thinking. As an individual, team or organization, where has your thinking got to? There are those people who are too afraid to ask the question. They are afraid ...
Views: 969 - Determining Your Purpose - Part 1 - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Dr Richard NorrisHave you ever asked yourself at some point in your life or at various points in your life the following question? “What’s my purpose?” I am guessing that if you are reading this, you have. And, because you just read the question, you are asking yourself (perhaps again or perhaps for the ...
Views: 977 - Get Motivated and Inspired - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Jeannette KoczelaWhat does it take to keep persistent with your goals in life? Motivation and Inspiration. A number of years ago I had a friend who was making a lot of money with a network marketing business. She and her husband built their business to one of the highest income levels in the company. Then ...
Views: 1454 - Practicing the Art of Giving Back - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Cheryl HitchcockThis act of giving to another person or charity can create a great deal of positive energy flowing into your life. It has been noted that the giver (and not the receiver) actually gets greater amounts of positive energy, which in turn, amplifies happiness and optimism. That means that giving ...
Views: 947 - Coaching: 5 Limiting Habits that block you from success - by Submitted on May 31, 2013 from Kate SinerThere are some habits that get in the way of our taking our next steps and achieving our goal. This article addresses three common limiting habits: negative self-talk, fear, and disbelief and suggests alternative behaviors that are more supportive of the success you desire. Negative ...
Views: 1428 - Turn your lack and pain into success - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Teppie and Christina ChartomatsidisIf you have come from a poor background or a life of difficulty, you may have come to believe that success comes only to those who have been born with a silver spoon in their mouth. Pain hardens you A study at the University of California at Berkeley concluded that the absence of ...
Views: 1285(1 vote) - What's REALLY Holding You Back? - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Lori FieldsAllow this to set the tone for your day. “Aerodynamically the bumblebee shouldn’t be able to fly, but the bumblebee doesn’t know that, so it goes on flying anyway.” -Mary Kay Ash Take a moment today & check in with yourself by reflecting on the following questions. 1. Are you allowing a ...
Views: 1109 - Two Ears, One Mouth - Why Is That? - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2011 from Judge JWhy is that we have two ears and one mouth? Quite an interesting phenomena, isn't it? It's definitely something to ponder. I'm sure there is some really good scientific reason for it, but I can only tell you what I was told when I was growing up: God gave us two ears and one mouth so ...
Views: 2014(3 votes) - What If You Lost Everything? - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2011 from Judge JI've been pondering this question for some time now. Losing everything, specifically worldly items, is not a fun thing to contemplate, but it does tend to put things into perspective. I've been asking myself if there is more to it than first meets the eye. The answer is a definite ...
Views: 1658(1 vote) - Fundamentals of Happiness - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2011 from Charlie BadenhopLoss is an essential element of success and happiness I was sitting around having dinner with a few friends, about a month after the big earthquake and tsunami up north of Tokyo. “Now is the time for the Japanese people to show their true spirit,” Suzuki-san said. “You never really know the ...
Views: 1201(1 vote) - Treasured Moments -- form the Book Treasured Moments by Susan Palmieri - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2011 from Carl Tuchy PalmieriAfter cancer the first time you realize there is no Pain in your body Watching your six year old granddaughter dancing at her first Irish step dance recital Watching your musician son get three standing ovations at one performance A hot fudge sundae on a warm ...
Views: 2092 - Vision, Determination and Intent Will Open all Doors - by In the last 12 months I went through the process of getting one of my business ready for investors. Needless to say it was task.
I believed I had a great idea and had put much time and money into building the foundations of the business to a stage I believed an investor might be ...
Views: 834 - Character and Attitude are the bookends of Sustainable Success - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2011 from Andrew HortonInspirational Speakers We are all born with a personality, if we want character though. We must decide exactly how we want our character to be projected to the world and then we must go about the task of sculpting ours to meet that need. Building character is a conscious process in which you ...
Views: 1932 - Some fasccinating facts about "The Flu Of Emotions" - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Shakti PradhanLike machines,their is a button to control humans too, and that button is EMOTIONS.In our daily life we never notice the importance of emotions,until a sentimental moment occurs!Emotions are the face of heart, and our heart expresses its feelings to others through emotions. Emotions can ...
Views: 1553 - Turning Procrastination Into Perseverance - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Andrew HortonTurning Procrastination Into Perseverance If you want to ensure that you always arrive at your chosen destination and that you are never left stranded alongside the roadside. You must always check your fuel before embarking on any journey and top your fuel as necessary, during the ...
Views: 2508 - Jesus Meets Muhammad (Appendix One) - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: Jesus Meets Muhammad (Appendix One) Key words (tags): Islam, Christianity, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Muhammad, Muhammed, faiths, unity of religions, spiritual growth, peace, pursuit of peace Web sites: http://jesusmeetsmuhammad.wordpress.com/ and ...
Views: 1788(1 vote) - 10 Simple Steps to Improve your Improvement - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Joseph MutaleSometimes in order to embrace our destiny and to keep rising in our fields, we have to be willing to make some difficult changes in our lives. Those who want to improve what they are doing needs to be willing to examine where they are and what they need to do in order to move to the next level. ...
Views: 1910(2 votes) - Be all You Can Be - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2013 from Eric HuntleyBe all you can be, you may recognize that this is the old army slogan. That slogan is a call to greatness. When you hear it you know you want to be more than average. You want to be one of the elite. There is no room for mediocrity. You want to be standing on the mountain top and still looking ...
Views: 1180 - Awaken the Energy of Leadership Within - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Jayne WarrilowTimes have changed and leadership is undergoing an evolution. Leadership is no longer confined to those at the top of organizations, indeed it is no longer confined to those working within organizations. Leadership is becoming an essential skill for us all; it offers us many insights into how we ...
Views: 1238(3 votes) - Christianity and Islam: "Two Conversations With God" - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Craig Lock“TWO CONVERSATIONS WITH GOD”: CHRISTIANITY and ISLAM: “TWO CONVERSATIONS WITH GOD”: Tags (key words):"Beyond the Rainbow", New books, books, Christianity, faiths, Islam, spiritual growth, unity of religions A follower of Islam, Ishmail (I) and Christine (C) a “follower of the teachings of ...
Views: 887 - Most Inspirational Movies And The Lessons I've Learned From Them - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Michael LeeWhen I think about the most inspirational movies I have seen, I realize that they cut across genres and styles. Some of them are heavy with drama, while others are more fast-paced and action-filled. However, one thing that they have in common is their ability to evoke strong emotion in me. ...
Views: 4079 - One Small Shift That Will Revolutionize Your Life - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Andrew HortonOne Small Shift That Will Revolutionize Your Life Best Motivational Speakers We will get out of our lives whatever we invest time and effort into creating. The way our lives ultimately turn out is our responsibility. Whether our lives are fulfilling and enjoyable or difficult and uninspiring ...
Views: 1209 - Who are you with - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from cedric riceWho are you With If you have an allegiance anywhere in life where does that allegiance happen to be? In other words who are you with? True allegiance is the closest thing possible to guaranteed success. When you are close to a person or thing that thing becomes the very fabric of your own ...
Views: 1324 - Your Attitude and strength of Character will determine your Altitude. - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2011 from Andrew HortonYour Attitude and strength of Character will determine your Altitude. One of the most important choices you must make every day is the type of attitude you project to everyone around you. A positive, optimistic attitude will empower you and set the tone for great success and fulfillment. ...
Views: 4568 - Why You Are Called to Live a Radical Life - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2011 from Paula GregorowiczWhy are you here? By here I mean on this planet, in this body, living your one precious life at this time in history? Do you know? It’s OK if you can’t articulate it, but on some level you know. This I can guarantee you. And you are meant to live your life fully in a way that expresses ...
Views: 1146 - The Silver Linings Of Despairing Circumstances - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2012 from Kevin SinclairYou've most likely said it yourself and in addition didn't truly accept it: the good old saying that behind any dark cloud, there's a silver lining. It's difficult to have a lot belief in such counsel considering that particular cloud is actually dropping buckets of rain on your own ...
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