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- Your Bestest Friend – You - by Submitted on May 04, 2014 from Tina TessinaI have a friend, Maggie, who has been my friend since 1968, and she calls me her “bestest” friend as a way of appreciating our connection. It always makes me smile, and I feel the same about her. Often, my clients have trouble learning to appreciate and trust themselves, and I think ...
Views: 1760(1 vote) - Rationalizing - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2014 from Dr. Anne Brown"You are confined only by the walls you build yourself!" Rationalizing is something we do when we don't want to face the truth. Rationalizing is something we use to make what just happen ok in our eyes. Rationalizing is a tool for survival when things are too bad to ...
Views: 1034 - Dear Dr. Romance: How do we reorder our brain for positive motivation? - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2014 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I read your article "Motivation And How to Create It (Good Boss/Bad Boss)" and found it very interesting. I understand your point about celebrating and appreciating yourself to motivate your inner potential. However I am confused about how to order my brain for ...
Views: 1392 - A Member of The Universe (Do You Belong?) - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2014 from Brenda ShoshannaWho are we? Where do we belong? When we step into Zen meditation and practice, a brand new answer appears. Here is an excerpt from Just Grab The Dust Rag, (Confession of A Deluded Zen Student Who Never Learned A Thing). Before long I’d become a regular in the early morning sittings at the ...
Views: 4904 - Psychic Vampires. The Ways People Steal Your Energy and Power. - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2017 from Peter MichaelSo there is a lot of talk about the phenomenon of energy vampirism, but very few are talking about how it is actually done, so I will attempt to describe how people actually take your energy. First we need to understand why humans do this to begin with. It is entirely the cause of a person ...
Views: 6361(1 vote) - All That You Will Ever Be - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2014 from Womens Recreation, Inc.All that you will ever be resides in your hands. It does not lie in the person next to you, down the street or anyone else around you. People, places and things might help to influence what you want to do in your life, but it is ultimately up to you. All that you will ever be does not lie in ...
Views: 1352 - Extricating yourself from the dark night of the soul - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2014 from Frosty WooldridgeBy Frosty Wooldridge In today’s world, you face enormous challenges of time, work, family and friends. You face many toils along with trials that rise up in front of you like a blazing attack of dragons. While you endured cliques, politics and different kinds of instability during your ...
Views: 746(1 vote) - Hope and Encouragement - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2014 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Hope and encouragement are two things which help hold us together during good times and bad. For example, you might be hoping to make the diving team. Once you have made it on the diving team, you might say a few words of encouragement to yourself as you prepare to do a Gainer off the diving ...
Views: 1351 - Have a healthy relationship with someone who has bipolar disorder - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2014 from Frank HealyWhile everyone has times when they are in an extreme mood, a person with bipolar can be very depressed and at other times be so happy that they seem like they are driven by a motor. Their mood can change very suddenly, and it often seems that there is no apparent cause. This is called bipolar ...
Views: 2592 - Choose Your Thought Reps Wisely! - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2014 from Noelle NelsonOne of my dogs, Kobe, has epilepsy. It’s very well controlled with--of all things--Chinese herbs, but when there’s a major stressor, Kobe may be wracked with seizures. In his world, mercifully, there are few major stressors, but one of them is--thunder. We had a major storm in California last ...
Views: 1714 - Say No to Waffling!!! - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2014 from Dr. Anne Brown“It comes from saying No to 1000 things to make sure we don’t get on the wrong track or try to do to much.” Steve Jobs Are you beginning to see where we need our tools, ability to say No, ability to make requests, ability to speak our truth in order be a good leader, and in order to be able ...
Views: 1499(2 votes) - Acknowledge Milestones: Proms, Graduations, and Wedding Bells - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2014 from Allidah Hicks Bonnie KnutiIt's getting to be that time of year . . . filled with proms, graduation parties, and wedding bells. But, for some young people, there's a big emptiness because "that very important someone" won't be there for them due to deployment, illness or death. So, what can we do as a "stand-in" to ...
Views: 1420 - Why I decided to be a life coach - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2014 from Jhoan GabrielBecoming a life coach is a choice I have to make for myself. Nursing may give me better shots for the future but the future hasn’t arrive yet. Here are the top five reasons that I have for becoming a life coach: 1.) It served a useful purpose for me when I have chosen to face my issues ...
Views: 1106(1 vote) - Single Parent Survival - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2014 from Beate CheletteWe’ve all heard the divorce rate in the US hovers around 50%, but did you know the number of single parent households has tripled since 1960? Statistics show that 25% of households in the US are spearheaded by single moms, and that number has been steadily increasing. The Atlantic refers to this ...
Views: 1414 - The Fine Line - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2014 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Mean people hurt others. Good people love others. If you have been through any type of meanness or cruelty you will understand where I am coming from. When someone does something mean to you, your first reaction is to get even, or to try to justify yourself. This is absolutely the worst ...
Views: 1604(1 vote) - Wrestling with Neanderthals - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2014 from Qumran TajA man with a four day “shadow” stared out at me from my mirror this morning. It wasn’t a pretty sight. There I stood, quite the specimen, with hair disheveled, evidently trying to escape from my head in all directions like so many desperate passengers aboard a sinking ship. I Sported my ...
Views: 1432 - 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: 1815(1 vote) - A Personal Dawn - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2014 from Qumran TajNew beginnings are always opportunities but a measure of anxiety and a pinch (or two) of uncertainty are usually part of the mix. What we do with our new start will determine how well we fare in the weeks and months ahead. Remember that every beginning has a story that went before. In the now ...
Views: 1546(1 vote) - Driveway Dwellers- The Circle - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2014 from Marcia CammarataThe Circle - “Driveway Dwellers” A few years ago when the children left home we scaled down to a new townhome. Having never lived in a townhome community before, and always benefiting from a neighborhood surrounded by long term friends and acquaintances, it was a challenge to make the ...
Views: 2212 - 5 Ways to Deliver Spring Early to Someone Who Is Discouraged - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2014 from Allidah Hicks Bonnie KnutiIt seems like the gray, cold skies of winter will never end, especially for folks who are discouraged, ill, injured, or housebound. Let’s treat them to an early peek at spring. Nothing brings hope like a bit of green! Here’s how you can bring some cheer to someone who’s going through a ...
Views: 1206 - Unsupportive People - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2014 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Before I start this article about unsupportive people, I would like to explain some important details to you. In this article you will see how uncompassionate and narrow minded some of these people are. Let’s start by describing the unsupportive person; this person can be male or female, old ...
Views: 1251 - Unsupportive People - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2014 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Before I start this article about unsupportive people, I would like to explain some important details to you. In this article you will see how uncompassionate and narrow minded some of these people are. Let’s start by describing the unsupportive person; this person can be male or female, old ...
Views: 1629 - Life Changes Us - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2014 from Womens Recreation, Inc.This article is about releasing and forgiving. If someone has hurt or upset you, take time to reflect on what might have happened in their life to change them. Things are not always as they seem. Occasionally we are broken so we can be mended the right way. Feeling our own heartbreak allows ...
Views: 1318 - Attachment - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2014 from Womens Recreation, Inc.We are a society that is filled with attachments. We love our technology; we have to feel connected to the rest of the world at all times. When we try to evolve ourselves we learn to release. Sometimes when we release one thing, we become attached to something else. You also have to stop and ...
Views: 1382 - When You Decide - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2014 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Things will change, only when you decide you are ready to change them. Life is so full of promise, but some days you just don’t see it. I’ll call those days, distractions. Believe me when I say, life is full of them. How do you tune out all of the distractions? First you have to realize ...
Views: 1203 - Organizing Our Lives Based on Messages from Near Death and Full Death Experiences - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2014 from Gopalakrishnan ChandrasekaranWhen the learning process moves into the region of some paranormal phenomena, it helps us lead a life of order, dignity and love. It would also aid our passing on phenomenon - be it our own or of our dear ones - to be met with peace and insight. Freedom from the Self-created Prison People ...
Views: 1648 - The Power of Choice - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2014 from MaryEllen TribbyI’ll never forget seeing Uncle Tony in the hospital bed... Doors of hospital rooms are so big and wide – they make you feel exposed just standing there. And that smell is always there... some mix of chemicals and medications that's supposed to smell “clean,” but doesn’t. The smell and the ...
Views: 1566 - A Dream - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2014 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Dare yourself to dream. No matter how big or how small, just dream. Dream about where you want to go in life. Dream about doing what it is that you wish to do. Dream of a world the way you wish it was. Don’t be afraid to dream, let your imagination take you away. No place is to far nor ...
Views: 1419 - Year of Peace - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2014 from Tina TessinaHappy New Year, everyone! This is the time when a lot of energy is spent on making resolutions, most of which we don’t manage to keep. So, this year, I propose a different kind of resolution. Will you join me in resolving to create a year of peace? Peace begins inside yourself. When you ...
Views: 1579 - Solitude as a Rational Choice - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2013 from Sam Vaknin“Purebred” schizoids shrug off their disorder: they simply don’t like being around people and they resent the pathologizing of their lifestyle “choice” to remain aloof and alone. They consider the diagnosis of Schizoid Personality Disorder to be spurious, a mere reflection of current social ...
Views: 2133 - ***Tired Of Being Stuck? - by Submitted on Dec 24, 2013 from David Leigh WeberSo many people I’ve interviewed and coached over the years seem to have the same basic issue. They achieved the education they needed, took all the necessary training, and found success in their careers as well as their personal lives. Yet something was missing. They didn’t feel like they had ...
Views: 2463(2 votes) - Cherish People Not Perfection - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2013 from MaryEllen TribbyIt’s Christmas week and we are all busy. Unfortunately, many people hear the word ‘busy’ and think ‘stressful’. Well, this does not have to be the case. As a matter of fact, busy should mean fun, joy and excitement. I want you to have less stress and more joy this holiday season. ...
Views: 1539 - A Wish for You - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.I wish you love, peace and joy. I want to throw in some strength, comfort, and warmth to help you on your journey through life. I also wish you tenderness and hugs, when life gets cold and your struggles get rough. I wish you a trinket box full of all your fondest memories, to call upon when ...
Views: 1514 - The Spirit of Christmas - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Just the word Christmas can warm your heart and put a smile on your face. For some it is a time of year that they have come to dread. It is the loneliest time of year for many, and a joyous time for many more. But the true meaning of Christmas is not about what lies under the Christmas tree ...
Views: 1362 - Thanksgiving Prayer - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.This is my Thanksgiving prayer from me to you. I pray for safe travels everywhere that you go. I pray for fond memories of loved ones to always fill your heart. As you carefully plan out all the details for your Thanksgiving feast, all things are done with love and that is the most important ...
Views: 1292 - Bringing Up Children – A Sacred Involvement - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2013 from Gopalakrishnan ChandrasekaranAwareness of our relationship to the child can help our inner transformation as part of our soul-search. It would also ensure that the child grows in an atmosphere of love unsullied by the grownup’s emotional attachment and self-interest. All in all, it is a sacred involvement. ...
Views: 1686(5 votes) - The Shocking Results – Don’t Be Next! - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2013 from MaryEllen TribbyEven though it was two years ago, I can still remember the conversation like it was yesterday. My friend, Janet, called me in hysterics the night of her company holiday party. Earlier that evening she was mingling with many co-workers. As the night went on, she found herself deep in a ...
Views: 1944(2 votes) - It’s Time to Parent Up - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2013 from MaryEllen Tribby“Well, I don’t want Annie to be mad at me – we are so close, she really is my best friend,” I heard this woman at Whole Foods say. It seemed like a harmless enough comment when I heard it. Boy was I wrong. First, let me say I do not spend my days ease dropping on complete strangers ...
Views: 1604(1 vote) - The Near Death Experience and the Universal Connectivity - An Esoteric Revelation - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2013 from Gopalakrishnan ChandrasekaranParanormal phenomena like the near death experience and the out-of-body experience have brought to light the connectivity of all living beings and the feeling of oneness at their essence. Can we move towards that holistic awareness? Among the many important messages from near death ...
Views: 1895(2 votes) - Physical Activity for Stress Management - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2013 from GARTH DELIKANThese days life is busy: with deadlines and meetings and traffic, it is difficult to find time for your own care. You begin ignoring your body, and slowly signs of stress start showing on your body. It becomes all-important to undo the harm and be prepared to confront the consequences. Doing ...
Views: 1388(1 vote) - Boost Your Immune System For a Healthier Body - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2013 from Sonny JuliusHow do you boost your immune system for a healthier body? Well according to Dr. Joel Fuhrman, author of “Super Immunity” it all starts in the kitchen. He says what we feed our bodies has everything to do with our health – and sadly most of all are making the wrong dietary choices. He follows ...
Views: 1381 - 11 Simple Techniques to Cope with Grief during the Holidays - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2013 from Joanne Harvey MSW, Pro EFT MasterDealing with the holidays while you are grieving for a loved one can be stressful and emotionally exhausting. For most of us the holiday season magnifies the absence of the person lost. You may feel that long-held traditions can never be the same or could be awkward. It can be sad shopping for ...
Views: 1426 - KNOWLEDGE ISN’T NECESSARILY POWER - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2013 from GARTH DELIKANIt’s whether or not you use that knowledge, that’s where the real power comes from. Just knowing something doesn’t automatically mean your going to get results of any kind. It’s utilising that knowledge intelligently and making it work for your own purposes that works. Too many people ...
Views: 1244 - Why Are So Many People Obsessed With Fast Foods? - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2013 from Sonny JuliusIn this day and age it is reported that more people are obsessed about eating fast food. At least one quarter of Americans eat fast food every day. Why do you think fast food is so popular? Here’s some of the reasons why this is so true: It’s filling: it’s convenient and it’s inexpensive. ...
Views: 3801(1 vote) - Is it better to be realistic or optimistic? - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2013 from Roger MacOptimism is something that is born with every one of us. It’s a major role player in the good we desire and in the search for ourselves. In fact, us humans are more optimistic about ourselves than we are realistic, even when the probability of bad things happening to us is pretty high. We always ...
Views: 4141 - The Shocks in Life Seem to Tell Us Something – Can We Understand? - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2013 from Gopalakrishnan ChandrasekaranReflective people apply themselves to understanding the vagaries of life and it helps them move into deeper perspectives. Consequently, there is a sensing of the non-apparent aspects of life. They see that shocks in life have a message understanding which the shocks become unnecessary! When ...
Views: 1653(1 vote) - The Anxious Athlete/A Story Of A Boy Who Would Do Anything To Lose A Tennis Match - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2013 from Dennis SimsekIt was years ago when I played in the final of an "under 12" tennis tournament in Vancouver, BC. At the time I was expected to win these local tournaments quite easily because I was playing tennis at a much higher level than the kids in that age group. In the final, I was up against a boy I had ...
Views: 1688 - Forever Grateful - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Appreciate where you are in this moment, because in a blink of an eye, a new moment is upon you. Some will move up in life while others will slide down. Others will move laterally while some will try hard just to hold steady. All you can do is be grateful, with each and every breath you take, ...
Views: 1611 - Visions of Terminal Patients Before Passing Away – A Reassuring Phenomenon - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2013 from Gopalakrishnan ChandrasekaranIt has been known that some terminal patients report paranormal visions when they are close to passing away. A careful look at those reports can help us receive profound messages regarding what happens at the transition between life and the afterlife. A lot has been published about the ...
Views: 1863(1 vote) - 6 Ways To Handle Holiday Stress - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2013 from Gia CilentoHoliday stress can put pressure on our entire lives and wreak havoc on our ability to maintain our inner peace. These weeks leading up to the holidays can be extremely stressful as we try to juggle our regular schedules and add in all the extra food to cook, shopping to do, family to invite (or ...
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