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- Do You Have the Personal Quality Which Enables You to Develop a Successful Intimate Relationship? - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2012 from Doron GilWhat are the “best” personal qualities which enable you to develop a successful intimate relationship? Different personal coaches and therapists might give you different answers. There are those who believe that communication skills are the key for a satisfying bond; others believe that ...
Views: 1076 - The Beauty of Life’s Lessons - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2012 from Debbi DickinsonLife lessons can appear in the most unexpected places. I was working on one of my blogs last week at the kitchen table. The smoke alarm starts ringing. I look up and can see smoke coming out of the oven which triggered the alarm. My teenage daughter had just 5 minutes prior put cookies in ...
Views: 1256 - How to Have Your Computer Cake and Keep Your Family, Too! - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2012 from Mary WilkeyYour family comes first - or does it? Since you've been spending so much time with your new home computer, is your family showing signs of jealousy? Do they compete with this inhuman time hog for your time? Or, at least, do they FEEL they have to? And what can you do about it? After all, ...
Views: 1399 - Make It a Point! - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2012 from Mary WilkeyI've always had a sneaking suspicion that the "Waltons" had it right, with that extended family of theirs. I mean, think about it. They were always there for each other. They had lots of people they could talk to and confide in—every day! They never had to travel hither and yon for ...
Views: 1221 - Color Meanings and Personalities - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2012 from Justine BlakeColors have very complex history and full of symbolic meanings. They can affect our emotions, our actions and the way how we respond to various people, things and ideas. For example your aura colors can reveal information about your personality, theme and purpose you have chosen for this ...
Views: 697 - Do not grow old, just grow - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2012 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieI wish someone had told me this when I was in my 20s: Do not grow old, just grow. Whatever age you currently are, there is still time to just grow. SEEING INTO THE FUTURE As you get older you will not look the same. In fact, if you look at your parents and grandparents you will know in ...
Views: 1530 - Military Challenge Coins - Recognizing the Dare in Style - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2012 from Jenny WatsonGiving away military challenge coins to recognize the dare in style is a very old trend. This is not a new idea. Though military challenge coins are becoming popular with every single day. Since the World War 1, they are here to award the good deeds of brave people on the earth. First, only ...
Views: 1783 - Get Happy Now! - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2012 from Joy PhillipsMany people believe that happiness follows success. I bet you’ve caught yourself a time or two saying things like, “I’ll be happy when I lose 25 pounds,” or “I’ll be happy when I find Mr. Right,” or “I’ll be happy when I am living in my dream home,” or “I’ll be happy when my husband changes his ...
Views: 1361(2 votes) - Experience - The Greatest Teacher - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2015 from Joyette FabienThere is no greater teacher than experience and as we grow older we learn(or ought to)valuable lessons about life. Important among these are: 1. Appreciation- We become more appreciative of the things and persons we once took for granted. We begin to see the efforts behind the things that are ...
Views: 1212 - INDIA SHALL LEAD THE WORLD - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2012 from Yuga Rishi Shriram Sharma‘Where is the world headed towards?’ American Television journalist Kelvin Sanders while making a film with this title had interviewed Dr Margaret Mead, Herman Kohn and William Thomson a few years back. In this interview published in USIS’s ‘Spawn’ magazine the chief of American Museum of ...
Views: 2028 - How We Use the Elements of The Suzuki Method at Trio School - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2012 from larysa yostHow We Use the Elements of The Suzuki Method at Trio School The Suzuki Method of teaching music has been around for about half a century. Since its start in Japan, it has spread across the world. While being popular in many circles, it's been also criticized for various reasons. Here in the ...
Views: 646 - Taming my Over-Commitment Monster - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2012 from Debbi DickinsonMy inner monsters are those characteristics about myself that I don’t like very much. These are traits that I’ve worked hard at over the years to minimize; but occasionally one will rear its ugly head. Some of these character defects are: anger, pride, procrastination, over-committing, ...
Views: 1362 - Soul Whispers - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2012 from emily hillAre you listening to your soul whispers? I remember when I first heard this expression in The Power of Intention by Dr Wayne Dyer. Something resonated with me and I decided to ‘check in’ to see if I could hear the ramblings of my soul. And then I realized….. My soul was no longer ...
Views: 911 - The Power of Gratitude - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2012 from Andria CorsoI've been thinking a lot about gratitude. I am a firm believer in the concept of, "you get what you give" and have seen it play out in my life (and the lives of others) on a regular basis. In everything we do and say in our lives, we are emitting energetic vibrations and those frequencies that ...
Views: 1078 - A SIMPLE ANECDOTE FOR HEALING A BROKEN HEART - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2012 from Adrian (AJ) GarciaIt was always surprising to me how people can do that so quickly; going from one relationship to another with apparent ease. With the mind of a gypsy moth they can get on with their lives as they leave another life behind. It’s akin to a light switch; one can turn it ‘on’ or ‘off’ with the ...
Views: 2049 - Can I Convert Multiple OST Files? - This Query Can Be Effectively Solved Here! - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2012 from Lara RichelGetting into the details of the process to convert OST files to other formats can provide answers for the query can I convert multiple OST files also. There are so many so called names in the online industry that claim to convert OST files to file formats like PST to face the situation of data ...
Views: 928(1 vote) - Conservatory Roof Blinds and Their Types - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2012 from Scott thackerConservatory roof blinds are crucial aspects to set up a conservatory for room and houses. Conservatories have its own advantages and disadvantages as these are notorious for being too cold in winter and hot in summer. In addition of these a conservatory room has an awesome experience of ...
Views: 959 - Getting Organized - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2012 from Charles MillerLast month was National Clean Out Your Files Month and National Home Based Business Week! Getting organized concerns more than just a clean counter or table. Organization is all about a clear mind - acknowledging who you are and finding personalized options for your situation. In celebration ...
Views: 598 - Bedbugs - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2012 from Annette GrimmTo utilize a vintage cliché, a picture is worth one thousand words, photos of bedbugs located on bed will allow for simple and easy communication about what just exactly you ought to be trying to find. The best tool in every battle is actually specifics, and therefore the more you know about the ...
Views: 516 - Choose Happy! Tools for Living a Resilient Life - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2012 from Sandy PeckinpahDid you know Happiness is a choice? You are the one in control of making that decision every single day. It's hard to fathom when it feels like the whole world and the economy are in chaos. However, I learned through tragedy and ultimately triumph, I could choose "happy," no matter ...
Views: 1867(1 vote) - Success is Innate--How Your Fears Get in the Way of Your Best Life - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2012 from Nicole NenningerHave you ever seen a child learning to walk? They’ll try and keep trying–even when they bang their head or fall down hard (have you ever wondered why it is so hard to get a “perfect” one-year old’s picture? They usually have bruises from their learning-to-walk exploits!). Back when you were ...
Views: 1688(1 vote) - There's Still Time to Create a Stress-Less Holiday Season! - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2012 from Marquita HeraldNo question about it, Christmas is such an exciting time, filled with joy and goodwill. It’s also loaded with high expectations and the inevitable sense of urgency … shopping, decorating, activities for the kids, entertaining and s-t-r-e-s-s. No matter how aware we are that it's coming, and ...
Views: 1499 - A Writer's Gratitude - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2012 from Trisha SugarekRecently I had a book signing at the iconic book store, E. Shaver's Book Sellers, here in Savannah, GA. What a special day! The staff made me feel so welcome. They had a nice spot all set up where the first thing the customer saw when they walked in was my table displaying my books. The store ...
Views: 1150 - Have any Regrets about Your Relationships? Why not Make the Necessary Changes NOW – and Succeed? - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2012 from Doron GilIntroduction The Top Five Regrets outlined here as related to a successful intimate relationship can help you consider how you “do” you own relationships. They can motivate you to think upon and reflect whether you allow yourself to be “who you are” in a relationship – or not; whether you ...
Views: 1246 - Irishman Walking (Stage 1 Chapter 11) - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2012 from Michael Denis CrosseyIrishman Walking is about my walking the coastal roads of Japan through a series of summer, winter, spring, and autumn stages. Stage 1 began in Cape Soya in Hokkaido in the summer of 2009, and ended in Noshiro City in Akita Prefecture seven weeks later. This summer (2012), Stage 8 started at ...
Views: 2321 - Bird Brains ... Fascinating! - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2012 from Mary WilkeyGod uses birds to teach, if only we will learn from the birds ... doves .. eagles ... we can learn a lot from these "bird brains." Although there are more than 9,000 bird species in the world, still blue jays do not mate with cardinals, nor do robins mate with sparrows. Birds have been ...
Views: 3451 - Commitments: 5 reasons they are important to you - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2012 from Joan Marie WhelanHave you ever overextended yourself by making promises you could not keep? Or maybe you have decided to no longer volunteer because you were unable to follow through on your commitments. If this sounds familiar to you, then you must realize that you cannot continue on this path. When others ...
Views: 1849 - Irishman Walking (Stage 1 Chapter 7) - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2012 from Michael Denis CrosseyIrishman Walking is about my walking the coastal roads of Japan through a series of summer, winter, spring, and autumn stages. Stage 1 began in Cape Soya in Hokkaido in the summer of 2009, and ended in Noshiro City in Akita Prefecture seven weeks later. This summer (2012), Stage 8 started at ...
Views: 1882 - Irishman Walking (Stage 1 Chapter 6) - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2012 from Michael Denis CrosseyIrishman Walking is about my walking the coastal roads of Japan through a series of summer, winter, spring, and autumn stages. Stage 1 began in Cape Soya in Hokkaido in the summer of 2009, and ended in Noshiro City in Akita Prefecture seven weeks later. This summer (2012), Stage 8 started at ...
Views: 1789 - Dealing with Holiday Stress and Grief - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2012 from Mitzi WoodThe holidays are supposed to be a happy time of the year. We have time off, we get to see our families, our kids are excited about this magical time of the year, etc. But for many people the holidays only mean stress, anxiety, and grief. If you have lost a loved one, you may be experiencing this ...
Views: 1799(1 vote) - Choosing the Best Criminal Solicitors - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2012 from Henry WintersNeed the help of a good and professional criminal solicitor who can help defend or stand for your case in positivity? There are lots of criminal solicitors available to select from as per your need and requirement. However when picking out the best of the lot, it is important that you verify if ...
Views: 762 - 5 Things Resilient Women Do - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2012 from Gabrielle Marie LoomisI invite you to take a moment and think about the women you know or admire. Perhaps it’s your mother or favorite teacher or even Miss Oprah Winfrey herself - what is it about these women that garners your affection and admiration? While they might possess many endearing qualities such as ...
Views: 1683 - What’s Keeping You Down? - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2012 from Pat HeydlauffA lot is written at this time of the year reminding you to be grateful for what you have and thanking God or your Creator for your blessings. Yes, it is good and important to be grateful and set aside one day per year to express that gratefulness but what about the rest of the year? Most people ...
Views: 2103(2 votes) - The Day That Turned My Life Around and You Can Do It Also - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2013 from Sonny JuliusThe day was a most beautiful one. A perfect day for the challenge was now here. The feeling was terrific and exhilarating too. It was a job that must be done even though there wasn't any encouragement from either family or friends. It was time for the jump anyway so the decision was made. ...
Views: 1074 - The Key to Experiencing Joy Even During Difficult Times - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2012 from Marquita HeraldEach of us at some point in our lives will experience hardship or difficult times. It can be something as simple (but nonetheless hurtful) as someone saying something negative about you, a personal rejection or someone showing harsh resentment toward you. A few of us will experience life ...
Views: 1583 - Greening Towards a Minimalist Lifestyle - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2012 from Jakob BarryOf all the advantages of becoming a minimalist two of the most beneficial ones include not being weighed down by possessions and the freedom to explore other living options at an easier pace. Overall, minimalism can result in a more enjoyable life because our personal space in the world feels ...
Views: 1850 - Why Do You Need To Take Time Off? - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2012 from Amr AbbasWhen stress starts to ruin your life and business, then you need to start thinking of taking a break, not just to relax and chill but also to recalculate situations and decide what is best for you. Stress is a dark path with many gates along its way. One of those gates is success and the ...
Views: 1163 - 11 hints for life - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2012 from Carl Tuchy PalmieriEleven Hints for Life 1. It hurts to love someone and not be loved in return. But what is more painful is to love someone and never find the courage to let that person know how you feel. 2. A sad thing in life is when you meet someone who means a lot to you, only to find out in the end that ...
Views: 4595(1 vote) - Life Is a Journey, Let Us Enjoy It - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2012 from Lily LeeI often heard that someone said that the life is a journey and people should never mind the destination, and what they should keep in mind is the journey itself. I love to show you the excitement of one’s human life, and i also want to lead you to more entertainment in life. In fact, some young ...
Views: 1099 - Hope Gives Us the Courage to Try - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2012 from Marquita HeraldI read an article recently that stated according to research, despite unemployment and any number of economic and social indicators to the contrary, 80% of the population holds “unrealistic, optimistic beliefs” about their own future. It really got me to thinking about the two sides of hope. ...
Views: 1794 - Self-Betrayal is the Most Horrific Betrayal of them All! - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2012 from Doron GilYou probably tend to think – like most people do - that the most horrific betrayal of all is a person’s betrayal of his/her partner. After all, this is what you have been brought up to believe since childhood – from books and movies you have seen; from newspaper reports you have read; from TV ...
Views: 6079(2 votes) - You Were Born to Win - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2012 from Angie ThompsonI first read See You at the Top (Zig Ziglar`s classic first book) over Christmas one year during college. I had heard of Zig, and checked out the book from the library. I took pages of notes since I couldn`t write in the book. I still have the notes. Soon after, I started listening to Zig`s ...
Views: 1181(1 vote) - Business success CAN be yours - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2012 from Calvin DormanBusiness success CAN be yours, but it is your personal responsibility. There is a saying… “If it is to be, then it is up to me” Success in business is not an accident or luck… It is a choice! So many people look at the doctor, the lawyer practise or the restaurant owner and think “look at the ...
Views: 864 - You Can Choose to Grow Stronger Through Life's Inevitable Challenges - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2012 from Marquita HeraldSometimes through change and adversity we find our life’s purpose – the eye sheds a tear to find its focus. ~Robert Brault No matter how well we plan, from time to time life will present us with unexpected change, or an outright detour. While these challenges may initially throw us off ...
Views: 1944 - The Decision Of A Lifetime - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2012 from Thomas Swank,In this season of pending elections for every position from local dog catcher to the Presidency of the United States have you taken the appropriate amount of time to examine your personal criteria of what you believe constitutes true leadership? How thoroughly have you observed and intently ...
Views: 1020 - Are You "Off Balance"? Discover 3 Factors That May Cause Your Downfall. - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2012 from JoAnne Ceccarelli-EganIt was a breezy October morning and I decided to squeeze in a bike ride before I saw my clients. There was a small window of time; before I arrived at the office I also had phone calls to return and a few tasks to complete. As is often the case, ever efficient, I decided to ride to the farm ...
Views: 1449(2 votes) - Many laws that are time and location dependent - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2012 from Carl Tuchy PalmieriLAWS Law and order exist for the purpose of establishing justice and when they fail in this purpose they become the dangerously structured dams that block the flow of social progress. —Martin Luther King, Jr. When each citizen submits himself to the authority of law he does not thereby ...
Views: 1469(1 vote) - How Acceptance Sets You Free - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2012 from Debbi DickinsonAcceptance of events or other people is key to our emotional freedom. It is an emotional process to realize that we don't have control over situations or people and we stop resisting. I originally believed that acceptance meant I needed to like a situation and that I was okay with the ...
Views: 1379 - Are You Giving Away Your Power? - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2012 from Shannon LagasseThere is a huge problem in the U.S. and in the world: We are relying on other people to call all the shots for us. We highly regard our freedom, even fight for it, and yet we hand much of our power over to politicians, medical professionals, and gurus. We are looking to other people to give ...
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