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- Passionate Purpose, Vibrant Health! A 30-Day at home Experience with Dr. Margaret Paul - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2019 from Margaret PaulPassionate Purpose, Vibrant Health! A 30-Day at home Experience with Dr. Margaret Paul The next course will start on June 26th, 2019, and is offered only once a year. https://innerbonding.com/video/mp4/Passionate_Landing-Page.apple.mp4 Are you ready to discover your calling, and have the ...
Views: 914(1 vote) - Peace Highway - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Jenn ProtheroWe seem to have become accustom to a world that is seemingly full of chaos and negativity. Our lives have been filled with news reports that seem to confirm to us that we have lost control of all the good in the world. It seems the older we get, the faster things change, the bar of good taste ...
Views: 1282(1 vote) - Personal Development: Getting Results - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Willie HortonI hear from quite a number of people – clients and readers of my Personal Development Ezine – who tell me that they have become far calmer, more aware and focused as a result of the various little “mental exercises” that they undertake to banish stress and move themselves in the direction that ...
Views: 1923(2 votes) - Pope Francis v US Free Speech - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2017 from Richard RuhlingFrancis’ weekly Angelus address focused on "Thou shalt not kill," saying it applied “also to those behaviors which offend the dignity of the human person, including insulting words." The history of the papacy includes the killing of heretics who protested the title, Lord God the Pope as ...
Views: 1057(1 vote) - Pope Protests Polarization, Brexit, Walls to Keep Out Illegals and Plans to Export Alien Criminals - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2016 from Richard Ruhling“[Trump’s] victory, this summer’s Brexit vote and the growing popularity of nationalist movements across Europe have raised grave concerns…at the Vatican” (USA Today). The pope seems to want a worldwide melting pot of cultures and religions that are causing chaos and confusion in Europe as a ...
Views: 971(1 vote) - Positive Statements For Girls Encourage Healthy Friendships! - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Lori LiteNote to Readers: Friendships cause much stress and anxiety for many tweens and teens. I found the middle school years to be particularly challenging for girls. Emotional bullying is everywhere and the lines of friendship are blurred by an effort to be popular or just plain old accepted! I love ...
Views: 2504(1 vote) - Positive Thoughts Can Cure Illness - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2013 from Sonny JuliusIf you ever had a doctor to tell you, “your sickness is all in your head,” most likely you thought he/she was kidding. Patients might have thought the reason the doctor said this is because they couldn’t figure out the source of their symptoms. But it has been proven many times positive thought ...
Views: 4479(1 vote) - Power of Unlearning or Getting Back to Ground Zero - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2009 from Cheryl HitchcockThere are two absolutely amazing fits a child manages in the first two years of her life. One is learning to walk. The other one is learning to talk. They acquire both of these skills seemingly effortlessly. Somewhere between all the other activities - eating, crying, soiling diapers, ...
Views: 1249(1 vote) - Prosperity and Abundance - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2012 from Marie KahvajianToday’s times can be challenging and it’s easy to get caught up in the emotions that you are seeing or hearing or experiencing. But inspite of all that’s going on around you, you can create prosperity, growth, abundance and joy. You ask, HOW? How can I create prosperity when I have no ...
Views: 1377(1 vote) - Quick and Simple Conflict Resolution Tips - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from Toya JervayIn all of our team relationships, we know and expect that there will be conflicts to work through. Conflicts are normal and a natural part of everyone’s life. They are the simple disputes and disagreements that occur between us all. Most of the time we think of conflict as negative, but ...
Views: 1395(2 votes) - R E S P E C T - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2010 from Sheri Adamshttp://dictionary.reference.com/ defines RESPECT in 19 different ways. However, for the purpose of this article, we are going to focus on just 3 - 3. esteem for or a sense of the worth or excellence of a person, a personal quality or ability, or something considered as a manifestation of a ...
Views: 2403(2 votes) - Rampant Rudeness: What's the Real Cause? - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from lisa mcleodOutbursts in Congress, cursing on the tennis courts, and grabbing the mic from a young award winner; everyone is lamenting our loss of civility as more and more public figures continue to behave badly. To quote my grandmother, "I think someone has forgotten their manners." It would be ...
Views: 1174(1 vote) - Regrets - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Russell ShippeeRegrets? I have none. Like yourself, I came to earth to live life to the fullest, to learn, to grow, to share, and to enjoy the adventure. Do you remember that you did the same? What happened? When did you stop living life to the fullest? That must be the time you started with ...
Views: 829(1 vote) - Release Your Fear of Displeasing People Using Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) Tapping - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2012 from Sonal PandeyDo you often catch yourself saying and doing things just so that people will not be displeased with you? Do you feel afraid of angering people or making them dislike you for any reason? These people could be your colleagues, friends, family or even salespeople at a store. Unfortunately, you may ...
Views: 4619(1 vote) - Roses and Thorns - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2009 from Fireflies TeamI recently read a story about a 4-year-old who loved to dress herself. As is often the case with children that age, she often mixed stripes with plaids and tee shirts with ballerina tutus. Her mother never knew what to expect when she would come downstairs. One day the little girl came ...
Views: 1086(1 vote) - Save Your Pennies! 3 Ways to Cut Household Costs - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2019 from Lizzie WeakleyWhen you want to save money, most people turn their attention to subscriptions and unnecessary expenses, like eating out or going to the movies. But running a household consumes far more income than you'd expect. The April 2019 USDA Food Plan states that a low-cost meal budget for a family of ...
Views: 679(1 vote) - Saying Goodbye - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Chrissy KohlerThey say its takes a moment to say hello and a lifetime to say goodbye. Tonight I sat in my son's room and rocked him to sleep for the last time in the only house he has ever known. The house that I brought him home on that terrifying, joyous Saturday afternoon when he weighed nine pounds. ...
Views: 1603(2 votes) - Scaredy Cat! Scaredy Cat! - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2009 from Liam O'SullivanScaredy cat, scaredy cat! Jeez phobias are great craic aren’t they? There’s yer man, could fight the whole pub but scared of spiders. And yer wan runs out of the house at the sight of a wasp. That boy there can’t go to visit his own grandchildren cos he’s scared to fly. Birds, dogs, spiders, ...
Views: 1344(1 vote) - Self Sabotage - The Dream Killer - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Rosa LivingstoneSelf Sabotage...why would anyone want to do that??? The dictionary definition of sabotage is "an act or process tending to hamper or hurt" or "deliberate subversion". “Any undermining of a cause, or priority”. So the definition of self-sabotage would be, “Any undermining of your own cause or ...
Views: 1527(1 vote) - Showers of Blessings - by Submitted on May 21, 2011 from Frances LucasAs we go through our daily lives, we may not always see the blessings we have around us. We are too busy; we are deep in thought or just carrying on with our regular routines. However, we all have many blessings every day and if we aren’t careful, the day could pass and we could miss ...
Views: 2527(1 vote) - Simple and Scrumptious Recipes for Cedar Plank Salmon - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2011 from Angelica FlorinAre you a busy mom with not much time on your hands to spare in preparing a great dish for the family? Do you wish you could cook something truly delectable in only a matter of minutes? If you are looking for a nice recipe to make for the whole family, you should check out these great ...
Views: 1923(3 votes) - Simply Want - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2011 from Frances LucasIt is not hard to find things which cost a great deal of money which we may believe we would like to have or even think we need. There are homes all over the world which cost millions of dollars. There are automobiles of all shapes and sizes which are the price of a small home. There are gadgets ...
Views: 1175(1 vote) - Slumdog Millionaire: Dilemma of a New India - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsAfter its sweeping win at the Oscars last Sunday, Slumdog Millionaire seems like the movie everyone wants, and perhaps needs. It has all the ingredients of escapist fare from the Great Depression -- a populist hero who overcomes all odds to get the girl and the money. There's an added element ...
Views: 1567(1 vote) - Small steps add up to big changes - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from A.J. MillerFor some people, achieving organization seems like an impossible task. If you think it would be easier to win a gold medal at the Olympics than to get organized, let me assure you that nothing is further from the truth. Although some people just seem to be naturally organized, being organized ...
Views: 974(1 vote) - So Grateful - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.If I could sum up all the important things in my life I can put it into two words, “be grateful.” No matter what you have, or what you don’t have, you have to be grateful for what you do have. Awake each morning by feeling grateful. From the moment you open your eyes, start off by feeling ...
Views: 1197(1 vote) - Spain's Holiday culture and its Influences - by Submitted on May 15, 2011 from Porsche KlingerWhen you arrive on your HOLIDAY TO SPAIN you will be able to sample the true Spanish culture. This culture is known far and wide, as being one of the friendliest civilizations that welcome friends and visitors alike with open arms. This spirit of friendliness along with their generosity is what ...
Views: 1672(1 vote) - Spiritual Practices of a Midlife Crisis - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2014 from Steve HingleDuring midlife crisis, your foundation is shaken. You see yourself growing older and realize that your days are numbered. What you thought was true may be called into question. You suffer losses and setbacks, and you begin to ask big questions: “Why is this happening to me?” “Why do I seem to ...
Views: 1718(1 vote) - Stand Your Truth Philosophy - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2018 from Mandisa MndelaWhat is, that I seek? What is, that brought this thought or concern? It seems my mind and soul are in agreement that there is something wrong? A need to find a solution to that which brought this thought up would be a step forward in achieving the objective, in acknowledgement of the ...
Views: 771(1 vote) - Start Your New Year Right By Checking Your Credit Reports - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2009 from Kathy Jo PollackNo doubt, credit fuels our economy, and it also affects every area of our lives. Our credit rating, good or bad, can affect where we live, work, and our ability to get a loan or insurance. Do yourself a favor and make it your annual plan to check your credit reports from each of the three ...
Views: 2863(5 votes) - Staying Positive - Useful Advice on Staying Positive Around Negative People - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2009 from Dean HopkinsOne of the most challenging things we can face sometimes, is staying positive when people around us are very negative. We all know that this is not easy to do...so here are 3 powerful ways for you to consider. Firstly, when it comes to other people, there are a couple of key things to keep in ...
Views: 1333(1 vote) - Steps To Take In Life When We Face Uncertainty - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2021 from Dr.Purushothaman KollamWhen we are going to take an uncertain path, such as choosing a new job or opportunity, entering into a new phase in life, or starting a business or something different, most of us feel a kind of emptiness. We are not able to make the right decision and some of us try to quit it due to the fear ...
Views: 355(1 vote) - Sticking to your Goals and New Year’s Resolutions! - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Noah LamIt’s that time of the year to review your past years goals and resolutions. Time to create brand new ones to keep you excited and motivated for the new year, or modify last years ideas. Like many people, by January 2nd, you may have already fallen off the bandwagon and willing to abandon your ...
Views: 957(1 vote) - Still Praying for the American dream? Here’s a Wake-up Call to Stop the Nightmares - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Olga SheeanOnce upon a time there was a great nation. It led the world in democracy, innovation and apple pie. It preached decency, family values and personal freedom. It helped smaller nations, promoted free enterprise and encouraged individuals to be the best they could be. It was loved; it was ...
Views: 1040(1 vote) - Success Means Having Arrived - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Willie HortonMany people reading so-called personal development or self improvement articles or, indeed, any of the vast number of self help books that continue to proliferate will know all about the concept known as the Law of Attraction – that, by your state of mind, you attract into your life the things ...
Views: 2120(5 votes) - Suffering - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2009 from Andrew SchneiderThe most basic experience that all human beings have, which begins in the birth canal if not before, is that of pain and suffering or affliction. The fact of suffering, and how to deal with it and its effects, prompted the Buddha to present the Four Noble Truths. I like to refer to these as the ...
Views: 1559(5 votes) - Surfing Life’s Big Waves - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2010 from Willie HortonI got an invoice from my lawyer a couple of days back – for what exactly I’m not sure, as his services didn’t really match the bill! He said he was sending out invoices to a as many people as he could think of, to “keep the wolf from the door in these challenging times”. Challenging times ...
Views: 1692(2 votes) - Take Back Control of Your Life - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2009 from Kirsten MahoneyToo many of us live such busy and stressful lives nowadays. So much so that stress continues to climb as one of the primary causes of many of our most serious health concerns. Our lives quite literally resemble a Three Ring Circus, complete with Get the Kids to School and Yourself to Work on ...
Views: 1256(1 vote) - Take Charge of Your Weight: Give Up versus Take Charge Talk - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Bob Weinstein, Lt. Colonel, U.S. Army, RetiredTake Charge of Your Weight: Give Up versus Take Charge Talk By Lt. Col. Bob Weinstein, USAR-Ret Discouraging and disempowering talk and self-talk will drain you of the positive emotions you need to accomplish life’s many tasks, excel at work and nurture relationships. You will discover ...
Views: 1316(2 votes) - Take Inventory of Life’s Transitions - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2010 from Marie KirklandIn the month of February the focus was love. It feels so right to begin March – Spiritual Wellness Month by sharing how taking time out for self-care allows you share the best of yourself with your family and through your business. When you love yourself so much that you like yourself, you ...
Views: 1735(3 votes) - Take the 5 Pathways to find Divine Love in Your Life - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2011 from saxon knightWould you like to feel more love in your life? Divine love is not a limited, restricted love but an all encompassing pure and radiant expression of creation. Divine love is the only way to lead a life filled with hope, peace, compassion and love. Life is all about experiencing who we ...
Views: 1233(1 vote) - Taking Care of Yourself - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2011 from Jo LaplaceI am a woman who historically has not taken care of me because my family has always come first. I did not believe the “well” would ever run dry. I believed I was a super Mom, Wife, Sister, Friend, Neighbor, Cheer Leader, Teacher, Specialist, Taxi Driver and every other person I could divide ...
Views: 1458(2 votes) - Ten Steps for Getting Unstuck - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Leslie CottrellOne of the hardest things to do in life is get yourself unstuck. When navigating changes in our lives whether positive changes or not so positive changes we find ourselves more aware of our cyclical patterns. Going in circles is hard to change. Once those patterns develop, they quickly ...
Views: 1122(2 votes) - Thanksgiving - A time for gratitude! - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2009 from Tish TishermanGratitude – this is the common thread that runs through Americans this week. As I was taking my morning walk this morning at 7:30 along the beach, the town was just waking up. The famous Venice boardwalk which is usually populated with strange and wacky people and shops was locked up tight. ...
Views: 1292(4 votes) - The "Rock Bottom" Myth - Learn How to Raise the Bottom - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Judy HerzanekYeah, when he hits bottom he'll be ready. A user has to hit bottom before he will change. Sooner or later she will hit bottom. Then she'll be ready to get some help. Raise the Bottom. This whole idea of "hitting bottom" is out of date. Some people will wait years-even decades-for their ...
Views: 1399(2 votes) - The 5 Part Happiness Formula - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2010 from Kimberly EnglotI am a fan of happiness. I like to read about it, write about it, teach it and live it! Happiness comes easily to me but I understand that that isn't the case for everyone. I've come up with what I think is the exact formula needed. Excitement + Freedom + Joy + Inspiration + Love = ...
Views: 2878(6 votes) - The Art of Living Colorfully - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2010 from Behnam BakhshandehThe Art of Living Colorfully Faded Memory or Bright Revival? When you see colors what do you see? Some people see the color itself and some people see more! Since I was a little boy in Abadan, small industrial town in a southern state of Iran playing football (what you call soccer!) with ...
Views: 2690(2 votes) - The Baby Whisperer Vol 7:Baby Whispering: What’s it all about? - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Joan Marie WhelanOkay, so you have heard about Cesar Milan, the dog whisperer and I am sure you have heard about the movie, “The Horse Whisperer,” starring Robert Redford…but do you know what a “baby whisperer” is? We have seen children whispering amongst themselves as if they were sharing the deepest secret. ...
Views: 1594(1 vote) - The Best Way to Beat The Blues - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2011 from Jim FargianoThe best way to beat the blues is to color your world with a vibrant attitude. If you are going to be stuck in a funk, then let the true aspects of your soul come forward. Each person has an energy within them that can never be truly dulled. While we realize the physical world can be a little ...
Views: 1191(1 vote) - The Great Equalizer to Fearful Thinking - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2011 from Tambra HarckIf you listen to the news media, or read it, or talk about what's being reported, it's easy to lose focus on how amazingly abundant and joyous life really is. Recently I asked a group of 30+ business people how they feel when they engage in the "bad economy" talk that has now been going on ...
Views: 1520(1 vote) - The Healthcare Bill and the Automatic Brain - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from CHARLES GLASSMANThe tools of conquest do not necessarily come with bombs, and explosions, and fallout. There are weapons that are simply thoughts, ideas, prejudices, to be found only in the minds of men. For the record, prejudices can kill and suspicion can destroy. A thoughtless, frightened search for a ...
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