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- Worry Never Works - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2009 from Mike RobbinsI was talking to a friend of mine last week and she said, “If worrying worked, I’d weigh 115 pounds and be a millionaire by now.” I laughed out loud – appreciating her humor and insight. Worrying, which is something I’ve spent and wasted a lot of time and energy on throughout my life, never ...
Views: 1374(3 votes) - Five Feng Shui Tips for a Harmonious Home - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2010 from Jayme Barrett"Flow" is definitely a key word in feng shui. When anything is stopped up, stagnation sets in and things come to a standstill. The blood and air in our bodies need to circulate for vital health, creativity, and sales need to move for increased wealth. Words and emotions also need to flow for ...
Views: 2496(4 votes) - Nourish Your Soul and Spirit - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2010 from Candace CzarnyCandace Czarny Kitchens are the center of home life. This is where we laugh, celebrate, and nourish our souls with friends and family. Generations of families have taken substance, done homework, and had important conversations around the kitchen table. For these reasons, if for none other, ...
Views: 1478(4 votes) - The Danger in Assuming - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2012 from Sandra DawesWe are all familiar with the saying “don’t assume because it makes an ass of you (u) and me”. While it may seem like an over-used cliché, I can’t help but reflect on the truth of this little quip. Haven’t we all gotten into trouble at one point or another for assuming things were one way when ...
Views: 4347(4 votes) - ***The Upside of Failure - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2013 from Laura YoungWhen we list our desires, wants and life goals, we often omit “failure”. We must fail if we are to risk living passionate lives. We live in a culture that has become soft, in that it conditions us to seek comfort and avoid discomfort. There is a lack of appreciation for the wisdom that ...
Views: 12306(14 votes) - Did you forget, you are happy! - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from Justin CrinerAre you just forgetful, don’t know how, or are you choosing not to be happy? I just got home from a conference in Bermuda where I got to spend some time with Fred Johnson www.fredjohnsonvoice.com. Fred and I were walking together he looked at me and said “Are you happy today, Justin.” I ...
Views: 3176(11 votes) - I still love you America - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2011 from Brian KingI still love you America, my life will always and forever be yours my red, white and blue. More than ever before I understand the strength you were forged with. Still so young and beautiful, you are the child of the peoples revolts over oppression. Before you the world was ruled by the ...
Views: 1240(1 vote) - Sharing a Collection of "assorted" Thoughts and Writings on Peace (Part One) - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Craig LockArticle Title: Sharing a Collection of "assorted" Thoughts and Writings on Peace (Part One) Author Name: Craig Lock Key Words: Peace, World Peace, Peace, Peacemaking, Leadership, Inspiration, Empowerment, Upliftment, Spiritual. Web Sites: http://www.myspace.com/writercraig and ...
Views: 901(1 vote) - Sharing Some Thoughts (Assorted) On Sprituality and Possibilities For Peace - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Craig LockArticle Title: Sharing Some Thoughts (Assorted) On Sprituality and Possibilities For Peace Shared by craig lock Key Words: Mind, Spirit, Mindpower, Peace, World Peace, Spirituality, Spiritual Growth, Positive Thinking, Consciousness Web Sites: Craig's new blog (with extracts from his various ...
Views: 940(1 vote) - $1000 gift paying it forward again and again--- Celebrating the abundant nature of the universe! - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Suzanne ToroLast year, I received a satchel full of money on the front steps at my home. When that money arrived, I actually was out of town but my son called me and said “There was a lot of money left at the front door with a note.” When, I returned home I was touched by the note, which read, "Thank you ...
Views: 2315(1 vote) - ***Peacefulness Within - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2011 from Janet NestorThis article was first published in Sibyl on line magazine for women, December 1, 2011 “WHEN YOUR SENSE OF SELF IS NO LONGER TIED TO THOUGHT, is no longer conceptual, there is a depth of feeling, of sensing, of compassion, of loving, that was not there when you were trapped in mental ...
Views: 3663(33 votes) - 2013 Year of the Female Black Water Serpent - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2013 from Heather SalmonAccording to Chinese astrology February 4th, 2013 marks the Solar New Year and February 10th the Lunar New Year. As we say good bye to the black dragon of 2012 we welcome in the energies of little sister the black water serpent. Snakes are closely tied with the Dragon as they are said to have ...
Views: 1341(1 vote) - 3 Ways To Have A Beautiful Mind, Starting Today - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Claire Vorster‘I think, therefore I am’ exclaimed Rene Descartes the famous French Philosopher. He could very well have said ‘How I think determines how I am’. Put it another way, you are what you think. Thoughts are extremely powerful tools that can determine not only our moods but also our decisions and ...
Views: 1736(1 vote) - 5 Steps to Creating Inner Peace - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Veronica Drake1. Cleanse 2. Explore 3. Acceptance 4. Affirm 5. Maintain Cleanse Make certain you are comfortable in your physical environment. Is it clean enough for you, are the smells conducive to connecting to your Higher Self, is the piece of furniture you are sitting on supporting your ...
Views: 1527(1 vote) - 5 Ways to Lead a More Spiritual Life (Without Living in a Cave) - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2012 from Holly McKinleyYou can lead a more spiritual life. Yes. You. And you can do this without making any drastic changes. Like giving away your possessions. Taking a vow of celibacy. Or moving to a cave to live out your days as a beggar. In fact, you can do this without changing any of your daily ...
Views: 1188(1 vote) - A Complaint-Free World - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIf you read my Seeds*, you already know that I consider complaining a form of pollution. It’s amazing how much of it we do! In fact, I might even go so far as to say that complaint has become a form of ordinary social intercourse. Ouch. Enter Will Bowen, and his Unity Church in Kansas City, ...
Views: 934(1 vote) - A FREE GIFT-LIFE CHANGING-NO STRINGS - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2011 from Keith BrayWANT A SHOT OF HOPE? (How’s Your Spiritual Life?) Someone sees that word “spiritual” and the mind says “oh no, more religious crap”. That someone, back then, was me. For those who are familiar with my blogs, you’ll know I like simplicity and often turn to the good book written by Mr. Webster ...
Views: 1503(1 vote) - Achieve Work-Life balance in 30 days or less with 3 simple steps - guaranteed! - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2010 from Dan Pickens"When it comes to work-life balance, you have your work and you have your life but the trick is to find happiness while balancing both." Dr. Villaire The key to being successful at that balance is not in having more free time. The key is to spend the time you have in what matters the ...
Views: 2324(1 vote) - AN “INTERVIEW” WITH JESUS ON THE STATE OF THE WORLD TODAY - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2012 from Craig LockAN “INTERVIEW” WITH JESUS ON THE STATE OF THE WORLD TODAY “MY CONVERSATIONS WITH GOD” through Jesus Key words (Tags): Jesus, Jesus Christ, teachings, “inspiration”, faith, new book, ‘The Real, The True Jesus’ Submitter’s Note: The ‘reporter’ “did this interview with Jesus” yesterday and he ...
Views: 2212(1 vote) - Another Insight - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2011 from Katrina HillWhat if I told you that there are things you believe to be true about this world and they are not? One evening in my young life changed my world forever. Things and people in my life have never been the same. I had a dream once that I was not from this world. Who I truly am, is not who I thought ...
Views: 903(1 vote) - Are You Spiritual? - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Karuna DiLiberoHave you ever noticed how spiritual leaders really live their lives? Oftentimes, we place these people above ourselves and put them on a pedestal. I feel that when we so this, we are setting them up (and ourselves) for a great fall. My own sister used to tell me how much better than her she ...
Views: 1016(1 vote) - Avoidance or Awareness: How Do You Live? - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2012 from Lynda KlauDr. Lynda Klau “Avoidance works but Awareness works better and is in the direction of Evolution.” Marilyn Ferguson Years ago I read that sentence in an inspirational book by Marilyn Ferguson called “The Aquarian Conspiracy.” There are some lines that you hear once and never forget. This ...
Views: 2017(1 vote) - Basics for Living Well - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2016 from Daydree HornerI was asked the other day: What life principles contribute to your happiness? Well, there are so many from different sources. However, in Reiki there are 5 principles which are rooted in a practice reminding us to begin anew every day. Plus, you don't have to be religious or a Reiki practitioner ...
Views: 1457(1 vote) - Being a Peacemaker - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2009 from Laurel Clark“Let us be grateful to people who make us happy; they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom.” -- Marcel Proust Are there people you’ve known who have made a great impact on your life? A teacher who inspired you, a coach who encouraged you, a friend who was always there when ...
Views: 3058(2 votes) - Chasing Ghosts - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2019 from Derek PhiferHave you ever had so much fun that you didn’t want the experience to end? I’m talking about one of those nights that will go down in the annals of champagning and campaigning lore. What do you think was more responsible for your incredible experience – the event, the location, or the ...
Views: 720(1 vote) - Choking Off The Roots Of Anger - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2012 from Charles SteedWe’ve become a society of free expression. These days people are encouraged to open up and just let their feelings flow. Of course, there are plenty of acceptable ways to do this as well as some very unacceptable methods of expression. In most cases anger is one method that causes significant ...
Views: 1459(1 vote) - Complete Peace: How Can You Achieve It? - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2010 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionAre you able to feel at peace even when life bombards you with hardship? If not, how can you achieve peace when life gets tough? In January, Tammy Brackett, a music publicist/writer, experienced the financial pain that many Americans are going through now. "My income was reduced by 2/3 ...
Views: 4565(4 votes) - Creating Balance in Your Life - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2010 from Candace CzarnyKeep Your Balance in the Bathroom If you find that the balance in your life is out of balance a few re-adjustments in your bathroom may be the cure. Your bathroom is where you go to relax and to feel at ease with a long soak in the tub. This is a place where you can finally get away from ...
Views: 1159(2 votes) - Designing for the King -- Home Contents: Spiritual or Worldly? - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2009 from Dr. Deana Murphy… and do not bring sorrow to God’s Holy Spirit by the way you live … —Ephesians 4:30 (nlt) The topic of health and the environment of our bodies gets big press today and rightfully so because our bodies are the temples of... the ...
Views: 1482(2 votes) - Discovering YOUR Foundational Gift - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2010 from Nicole Kirksey, MPH, MSWUnderstanding the specific abilities that our Creator has given to each of us answers a multitude of life’s questions. • Who is the best person to fill this particular need? • I’d like to start a business, but what should I do? • When will I be able to advance to higher positions in my ...
Views: 1602(2 votes) - Dissolve Emotional Pain - Make it a Gift - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2009 from Cindy L. HerbHow many of you have trouble forgetting emotional pain? Perhaps you were upset with another or even, with yourself, for events that occurred in your life that were tragic. It is often hard to release the destructive emotions caused by others. There is a way to achieve freedom and change your ...
Views: 2762(2 votes) - Divorce: Why It's Important Not to Alienate Children From Their Parents - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Rosemary FansherDivorce: Why It's Important Not to Alienate Children from Their Parents by Rosemary Fansher, M.A. aka HighConflictExpert I have been a High Conflict Expert for many years. Sometimes I feel like I have seen and heard it all! One of my jobs as a high conflict expert is being ...
Views: 2082(1 vote) - Effect of Global App Revenue in Q3 - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2019 from Garima KumariCertainly, the today’s world is powered by technology, and everyday there are many surprising innovations happening around us. People are choosing smarter ways for getting done the works. According to a report, there is a huge increase in the number of mobile users across the world. There are ...
Views: 860(1 vote) - Finding Peace in a Fast Paced World - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2012 from Lynn RobinsonI had lunch yesterday in a restaurant near my home. I had taken along a good book to read and was just finishing a cup of coffee when a young women sat down at the table next to me. She was speaking loudly and rapidly making multiple calls on her cell phone, updating her staff, calling her kids, ...
Views: 1749(1 vote) - FUTUROLOGY: THE NATURE AND FORM OF 21ST CENTURY - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2012 from Yuga Rishi Shriram SharmaIn today’s modern times a new branch of science has emerged called “Futurology” or science of the future. This branch of science after analyzing and gauging contemporary situations infer what shall happen in future. It is true that on the basis of present times at least a little bit of future ...
Views: 1276(1 vote) - Happiness - You Deserve it - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2013 from KL AdamsThe number one mistake most people have when discussing happiness is the belief exterior forces have more control over his/her experience than they do. More often than not, we give our power over the experience away in hopes of it being a better experience than the one we could have created if ...
Views: 1874(1 vote) - How to Find Peace of Mind - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2011 from Willie HortonThe normal mind is hard-wired to ensure that you will never find peace of mind. Research confirms that each of us is peppered with, on average, some fifty thousand thoughts each day. Many of these whizz through our field of consciousness at such speed that we don’t notice them. Then there ...
Views: 1944(1 vote) - How to Meditate For Inner Wisdom - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from sarah labdarWhen most people think about meditation they think of someone sitting Indian style on the floor with their eyes closed, breathing in and out. Although this thinking is not entirely wrong it doesn’t explain what mediation is or how you benefit from it. The purpose of meditation is subjective to ...
Views: 913(2 votes) - Learning How to Find Peace Even During a Busy Day - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2011 from Thadddeus FergusonAs each day brings more and more experiences into our lives it becomes clearer that if you are like most people, during a busy day, your thoughts may seem scattered. And the more scattered your thoughts become the more tempted you find yourself to put your faith in what you perceive around ...
Views: 1029(1 vote) - Living Alive - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2016 from Benedikt DommesMany of us are living, but are not really alive. We do not truly live our experiences, but perceive them only through the veil of past impressions, thoughts and concepts. We are more at home in our constantly analysing and evaluating thinking processes than in our direct sensations. And by so ...
Views: 1094(1 vote) - Managing Anger - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2012 from Don Neviaser,The origin of anger is part of an ancient emotional response to threatening input from the environment. We have always needed anger, mired in fear, as a mechanism for increasing adrenaline in order to solicit a “fight or flight” response when appropriate. Though still useful under the right ...
Views: 2970(1 vote) - Managing Stress and Meditation - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from odette worrellStress. Just the word makes us edgy . Many of us start the day with it, and too many of us are living with with it as our closest companion. It peaks and valleys given what we are dealing with in our careers, within our personal lives and within our personal lifestyles. When the body experiences ...
Views: 1225(1 vote) - Meditation for Healing and Manifestation - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2010 from Krzysztof SrokaWe live in a very fast, changing and often stressful world. Sometimes things happen so quickly that we don't react as fast as we want to. We might even lose our capacity to think fast, clearly and make right decisions. It's not supposed to be like that. It is important to slow down, relax and ...
Views: 1760(5 votes) - Memorial Day in America 2010 – Will we yet hold this torch up high? - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Rev Michael BrescianiTea Parties, renewed conservatism and strong interest in well directed activist groups are on the rise and it is stirring to see Americans returning to the basics with such fervor. America’s renewal cannot be dissociated from her past. Looking back to the observations of those directly ...
Views: 1743(2 votes) - One Family, One Path, Many Perspectives - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2012 from Paula Johnstone-WhitehawkThe Beginning of Time, differs for different People on the Earth, and the memories each tribe holds depends upon the time of the Birth of their Spirit, and the Family Line that descends from that Ancestral Spirit. It is this spiritual understanding of ones Beginning, one’s Line of Descendant, ...
Views: 1197(1 vote) - Patience... or Patient? - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Holly BoydYou choose. It wasn’t that long ago that I was choosing the path of little resistance, which is what happens when you don’t make a decision – or even realize that there is a choice. My life and my health were spinning out of control and I was the first one to say “hey, if you had my ...
Views: 2232(1 vote) - Positive Energy at Home Yields Positive Results - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2016 from Pat HeydlauffPositive energy is not the type of energy that provides you the ability to turn on lights or start engines but rather the kind of energy that helps you maximize your personal productivity and enjoy life more. Do you remember a moment when you were feeling totally empowered to take on your ...
Views: 1897(1 vote) - Release Worry and Gain Creativity! - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2015 from Nancy Gentle BoudrieDo you find yourself waking up in the morning and immediately starting to worry or ruminate on areas of your life? If you answered yes, no judgement it’s human nature! Awareness is power! Change this process and you change your outlook on life and what you attract. You hold the power to ...
Views: 1216(1 vote) - REMEMBER WHAT PEACE THERE MAY BE IN SILENCE - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2012 from Craig LockREMEMBER WHAT PEACE THERE MAY BE IN SILENCE Listening to the inarticulate can help bring peace to others, says Glenn Jetta Barclay Have you heard the silence? The silence of the Child Jesus around whom Christmas swirls? So it is that the silent Jesus symbolises all who cannot speak ...
Views: 2176(1 vote) - SAY NO TO VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2013 from David B SmithI must say that I was a little surprised to be invited to address this gathering today (surprised but delighted, I might add). Even so, as a representative of the church and, to a lesser extent, a representative of the boxing community, I appreciate that when it comes to taking a stand opposing ...
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