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- Why Friday the 13th is a Very Lucky Day, Indeed - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2008 from Mama Donna Henes,When the 13th day on the month lands on a Friday, the culturally unfavorable attributes of each are multiplied by infinity. Friday, the day of original sin, the day Jesus died, the day of public hangings, in combination with 13, the number of steps on a gallows, the number of coils of rope ...
Views: 1620 - Shower People With Love - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2008 from Sharif KhanMy younger brother, Junaid, passed away recently after a two year battle with cancer. He died as I was holding his hands at Sunnybrook Hospital in Toronto on March 19, 2008 at 11:10am. Our whole family was there at his bedside when he passed away. He was only 33 years old. Especially difficult ...
Views: 788 - How One Tomato Saved My Life - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2008 from Angela Treat LyonI knew I was dying. It had been five days since I had eaten, and in that time, I'd only been able to marginally keep the tiniest licks of water down. Fasting wasn't a problem. No water, however, was. It was mid-August, 1984. A week before, as a representative for the Kauai yachting association ...
Views: 1004 - Caring About Victims Of Cancer - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2012 from KIM BURNSCaring for people we love can be somewhat trying at times. Caring for victims of cancer can be gut wrenching and heartbreaking. Cancer is a word that brings up all sorts of feelings and emotions such as sadness, heartache and pain. Thoughts of deterioration and desperation come to mind. I ...
Views: 1270 - Living Life With Conviction - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2008 from Rosemarie RossettiLife is like a roller coaster. There are hills to climb and hills to coast. Your image of your life is critically important to your success. We are in control of many of the circumstances around us, but there are other circumstances beyond our control. We all go through setbacks, changes, ...
Views: 1229 - Living On Intuitive Time - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2008 from elizabeth cassidyDid you ever just know something and not know how you knew it? Did you ever get that strange feeling that had nothing to do with recalled hamburger meat? Did you ever get a”mental memo” without benefit of email, blackberry or an actual phone call? Did you just ignore the message ...
Views: 984 - What Does Daily Inspiration Look Like? - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2008 from Katie MattsonThink of a quick snapshot memory. Something energizing – when life was abundantly overflowing with fulfilling friendships, truly cascading with love or rapidly moving toward your goals. One of those moments when you tilted your head back in laughter, enveloped someone with your love or ...
Views: 995 - All In Perspective - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from Myles MillerAll In Perspective By: Myles W. Miller "People spend a lifetime searching for happiness; looking for peace. They chase idle dreams, addictions, religions, even other people, hoping to fill the emptiness that plagues them. The irony is the only place they ever needed to search was within." ...
Views: 1087 - What Is Really Important In Life? - by Submitted on May 31, 2008 from Robert (Bob) LucasLike many of you, I have spent my life doing the things that I loved, the things that I needed to do and the things that were expected of me. Along the way, I have accumulated a wall of plaques, a binder of certificates, a number of degrees and certifications and a bookshelf of books, articles ...
Views: 10817 - This I Believe - by Submitted on May 29, 2008 from Samy SimpsonI was running out the door to catch another plane when I grabbed a book to help kill the few hours between cities. It had been given to me by one of my wife's relatives over the holidays and I had tucked it away on the book shelf until now. I don't know why the cover caught my eye today. Maybe ...
Views: 1101 - Goddess Inspiration - by Submitted on May 28, 2008 from Arne rantzenAre you so busy doing, doing, doing that suddenly the hour, day, month, year is gone and everything seems like a blur? Have you ever asked, "Why am I here? There’s got to be more to life than this." I asked those questions. In the hopes of finding some answers, I read books, took classes, ...
Views: 550 - A Vortex Experience: Angels - by Submitted on May 25, 2008 from Gregory DrambourDuring the holiday week, I had the honor to guide two angels disguised as humans on a Sedona Vortex experience. I kid you not! These were two separate experiences with two women. When I met them they were both glowing! And I could see the beautiful set of wings on their backs! I soon found ...
Views: 720 - The Times Are A Changin’ - by Submitted on May 25, 2008 from E. (anagarika eddie) Raymond RockIt's never easy when what we have been accustomed to is pulled out from under us. We see the warning signs, perhaps for a long time, but we just don't pay attention to them. Then, one day, when everything suddenly changes, we feel blindsided. We feel abused, hurt and rejected in some way because ...
Views: 628 - What I Learned From The Movie - March Of The Penguins - by Submitted on May 25, 2008 from Veronica HayI would like to recommend a movie I saw recently called, March of the Penguins, produced by Warner Independent Pictures and National Geographic Feature Films. This movie was a surprise to me, not at all what I was expecting. I was hoping it would be more like Polar Express and I would leave the ...
Views: 728 - *** Are You Alone? Is God Alone? - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Christine BreeseYou are not alone. We are all here together and all you have to do is reach out to others and they will be there for you. You'll have to make yourself available to others or you won't be able to have "right fellowship." Go to the spiritual circles in your area, go to events and gatherings where ...
Views: 2274(1 vote) - Goddess Inspiration - by Submitted on May 22, 2008 from Arne rantzenAre you so busy doing, doing, doing that suddenly the hour, day, month, year is gone and everything seems like a blur? Have you ever asked, "Why am I here? There’s got to be more to life than this." I asked those questions. In the hopes of finding some answers, I read books, took classes, ...
Views: 635 - How To Live A Balanced Life - by Submitted on May 22, 2008 from Donald FulghumIs your life more hectic than ever? Do you find that you become tired more frequently, lose patience easily, experience moodiness, and are so stressed that you can’t see the light at the end of the tunnel? Have you lost contact with your friends? Has fun completely gone out of your life? While ...
Views: 999 - Meditation: The Commercial For Your Future - by Submitted on May 22, 2008 from Raquel SotoDid you know you have to hear a radio commercial 21 times before you act on it? Prosper just means successful. So in order for you to be successful on the outside, you must first be successful in the inside. You must choose (use your free will) to be successful. Then use your imagination (your ...
Views: 818 - My Favorite Things! - by Submitted on May 20, 2008 from Gregory DrambourYesterday, I was shopping in Walgreens and I noticed an elderly woman struggling to pick up a bag of cat food. Of course, I leaned down and offered to help her and put two bags in her cart for her. I love helping elderly people—my heart just fills with joy and I thought suddenly that ...
Views: 715 - A Helping Hand - by Submitted on May 19, 2008 from Brenda Crawford-Bee"It is one of the beautiful compensations of life that no man can sincerely try to help another without helping himself.” Emerson Waldo Emerson “Have you ever noticed that the very best way to lift yourself up is by offering a hand up to someone else? What a ...
Views: 987(1 vote) - The Earth Vision Gallery - by Submitted on May 13, 2008 from Josef GrafAn article from Insight21 and Earth Vision - presenting answers for the 21st Century. Delightful though it be, to wander through a garden of bright images, are we not enticing your mind from a subject of equal, if not greater, importance? - Kwai-lung THE EARTH VISION ...
Views: 678 - Einstein's Code for Peace of Mind in Daily Life! - by Submitted on May 12, 2008 from Mohamed TohamiAlbert Einstein once said, “Everything that can be counted does not necessarily count; everything that counts cannot necessarily be counted.” How much money do you have in your bank account? And when was the last time you spent some quality time with your family? We tend to give ...
Views: 1593 - Lessons Learned Walking Away From My $15M Dollar a Year Business! - by Submitted on May 06, 2008 from Mark RomeroSix years ago I made perhaps the most difficult decision of my life. After nineteen years in the semiconductor business, I realized that I was not enjoying what I was doing. In fact, I was extremely discontent and unfulfilled! I had achieved great success by society’s standards. I made ...
Views: 744 - Sharing a few Thoughts (rather serious) on the Conflict in the Middle East and Israel Today (Updated) - by Submitted on May 06, 2008 from Craig LockPublishing Guidelines: These writings may be freely published electronically or in print. ISRAEL and the MIDDLE EAST TODAY: Just sharing a few thoughts ("stirrer"!) Introduction: Craig is currently researching and writing his latest novel 'A New Dawn', set in the Middle East: To attempt to ...
Views: 655 - Doing The "Pacheco" - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2008 from Rob McBrideWe all have A Special Gift which can lead to more productivity and happiness. Finding this gift is not always easy. For many, finding this gift can take an entire lifetime. Nevertheless, it is worthwhile to move toward this end because when we find it, we will be happier and become more useful ...
Views: 972 - What You Are Wanting Is Wanting You. - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2008 from Veronica HayI have heard those words so many times and always find them to be so comforting. On the weekend, I went to several garden centres, to pick up lots of beautiful trees, vines, herbs and flowering plants for my balcony garden. I have been wanting to purchase a PASSION FLOWER plant for some time ...
Views: 759 - Mothers Wisdom And My Learnings # 3- You Are Unique- Believe In Your Power - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2008 from Irene MartinaYou are unique. Believe in your power. I remember one day that I was hurt by an insult a classmate gave me about my intuitive gifts and my mother’s teachings as being those of witchcraft. I often struggled with being different or strange as so many called me. There were always wonderful ...
Views: 1030 - Book Definition: Power Tools - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2008 from Shelly WalkerThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Inspiration. Inspiration can have many sources - from the everyday to the divine - but the end result of inspiration is to lift the individual to a more focused and determined pursuit of their goals. Charles Breeding is the Official ...
Views: 1525 - Definition: Inspiration - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2008 from Shelly WalkerMost people think they know what inspiration truly is, and they are right – as the source of inspiration is varied, the true definition may vary as well but here’s a brief version: Inspiration is the stimulation of the mind or emotions to a high level of feeling or activity. Inspiration comes ...
Views: 1536 - Transform Your Frustrations Through Fascinating Everyday Language - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2008 from Marilyn GordonHow often have heard or used this phrase: "It is what it is."? Could this actually be a major philosophical point of view? Saying it seems to stop your wishing it could be some other way, your frustration about what's happening, or your total dismay about something appearing to be not quite ...
Views: 1222 - Thin Line Between Love And Great - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2008 from Derrick HayesAre you happy with where you are in life? If not find something that you love to do and become great at it. You are not that far away from where you want to be. The assets are greener on the other side. I love what I do each and everyday. I write and speak to encourage others to be the best ...
Views: 985 - Miracle Of Knock - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2008 from John DuffyHollywood Ending - Family Lost and Found The story I’m about to share is a true one but it feels more like a movie script. The story starts with my parents leaving Ireland in their 20’s and journeying to America circa 1928-29. It’s a story of the American Dream but it’s also a story of the ...
Views: 746 - Learning Pain's Lessons - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Bette DowdellI talk to pretty much everybody. Starting conversations with strangers is my normal modus operandi. I mean, why stand in a line mute, an island unto myself, when I can have a perfectly lovely conversation with somebody I haven’t yet met? And I don’t talk about the weather. I talk ...
Views: 1038 - Have We Forgotten Something? - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2008 from Terrence AubreyWe the Human Race seem to stumble from crises to crises; the worrying part is that each new crisis is a little more serious than the last. We now seem to be up against “The Mother of All Crises. This time even the very planet we inhabit is telling us to turn around, change our ways and stop and ...
Views: 1493 - Postmarked - Yesterday - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2008 from E. (anagarika eddie) Raymond RockDear God, Can you hear me? If you’re busy, I understand, But I just have a little time now. So I was hopin’ you could maybe hear me today. Just a couple loose ends to tidy up, If you can help. I done a few bad things, Won’t have time to make them right now, So I thought maybe you could ...
Views: 696 - What Happened To Your New Year's Resolutions? - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2008 from Lisa ManyonLike many people I know, New Year’s came and went for me without the creation of a New Year’s resolution list. Instead, I’ve decided to resolve to be a better person all around and to live by my guiding principles. It’s not as if I haven’t been doing this all along. But I figure it’s a lot ...
Views: 1049 - The Most Important Thing To Know - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2008 from William CottringerTHE MOST IMPORTANT THING TO KNOW By William Cottringer, Ph.D. “My quest has taken me through the physical, the metaphysical, the delusional and back...~John Forbes Nash. I am sure you all remember the powerful move, “A Beautiful Mind” (a great movie and book title!) in which the Aussie ...
Views: 818 - The Times Of Our Lives - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2008 from Audrey ValerianiI recently returned from my ninth week-long trip to Aruba with my fiancé. We spent our time relaxing under a tree and swimming at the beach during the day and then sharing exquisite dinners and romantic walks in the evenings. We had a lot of fun but didn’t take any photos because since we had ...
Views: 945 - Book Review: No Small Miracles By Norris Burkes - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from Richard BlakeHospital Chaplain and syndicated columnist Norris Burkes is a gifted story teller and has compiled a gripping selection of personal experiences from his ministry as a hospital chaplain in his book “No Small Miracles.” From the very first page I found myself engaged in the imminent crisis of the ...
Views: 1894 - The Five Secrets You Must Discover Before You Die - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2008 from FSB AuthorsWhat are the secrets to happiness and meaning? Why do some people find a deep sense of purpose while they are here and die with few regrets while others end their lives bitter and disappointed? About two years ago I set out to answer that question by asking several thousand people to identify ...
Views: 721 - Lessons from the Biblical Promised Land - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2008 from Jimmy RoosWhen the Israelites heard that God was going to take them to the promised land they were excited as I’m sure you would be too. The road to the promised land however turned out not to be, what they expected. They expected to be taken there speedily and in comfort, but instead the road took ...
Views: 1031 - Public Speakers, Inspire Your Audience - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2008 from Jonathan Steele, RNThe word inspire to the ancients had reference to being of divine origin or God breathed. The modern definition includes filling with or creating within someone the ability to feel or do something, to animate someone. If the ability to inspire is a gift from God, then it is truly a divine ...
Views: 1127 - Millionaire Women Look Ahead - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2009 from Mary Lee Gannon,You might be surprised to learn the general profile of a millionaire woman. In the book “Millionaire Women Next Door,” Thomas J. Stanley, Ph.D., the New York Times best selling author of The Millionaire Next Door, found that many people cast millionaire women in a stereotypical ...
Views: 1259 - Who Do I Get Motivated? - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2009 from Mary Lee Gannon,Recently I spoke to a group of wonderful women at Dress for Success in downtown Pittsburgh. They asked some very intelligent questions with a similar theme that I hear often from people going through a transition. “How do you get motivated when you just can’t seem to get going?” ...
Views: 1081 - Gratitude Schmatitude - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2008 from Rev. Nina RoeThe first hundred times my various teachers uttered the words, “You must have gratitude for all that comes into your life”, I rolled my eyes and thought to myself, Yea, right. And how am I supposed to have gratitude when my father is in the hospital about to have critical surgery. The tension ...
Views: 1040 - Finding The Gift - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2008 from Rev. Nina RoeA boy in my daughter’s grade died in a car crash just down the street from my home this August. It was a beautiful late summer morning and I was peacefully meditating on my porch when he swerved to avoid a squirrel. His truck ran into a tree, but the tree didn’t budge. The tree was stronger than ...
Views: 945 - Mind Of A Teacher, Heart Of A Student. - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2008 from Craig HarperOver the last week I have received a bunch of emails and comments asking me about my trip and what I've learned and enjoyed hanging out with some of the best educators, speakers, writers and pioneers in the world of fitness and health. And I mean literally the world; these people flew in to ...
Views: 769 - My Very First Adsense Check! - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2008 from The Adsense ConsultantI couldn't believe it when I got my very first adsense check! I mean I had tried all types of internet things to make money before and they never worked to my satisfaction! As a matter of fact I was quite skeptical about the adsense program myself - I mean how could you actually make money ...
Views: 1548 - Never Give Up - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2008 from Ragnhild MunckMaria is dead, but her spirit is behind this. For this may be the hardest thing I have ever done, voluntarily: Putting my daughter on the Internet! Whenever I think of her and see her smiling eyes looking at me from her picture I seem to hear her say: Never give up! She never did give up. Only ...
Views: 729 - Prejudices - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2008 from Bruno GideonThe article below is taken from Bruno’s Minute, a weekly newsletter that is enjoyed by 50,000 readers worldwide. Bruno writes about issues that we can all relate to in terms of both our personal and professional lives. His newsletter is intended to inspire and motivate readers. If you ...
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