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- Are you making this HUGE happiness mistake? - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2018 from Martha BodyfeltI thought my world had ended back in January. I had this job and career that made me comfortable and paid well. It was not necessarily a job that I loved, but it made me feel secure and gave me the validation that I thought I needed. Until I was laid off. I started to panic, because ...
Views: 1233 - Backbone Power | Newsletter Sign Up - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2018 from Dr. Anne BrownSUBSCRIBE TO GET THE LATEST BLOG POSTS, NEWS, & MORE UPDATES FROM DR. ANNE BROWN. http://backbonepower.com/newsletter-signup Dr. Anne Brown, PhD, RN of Sausalito, California, formerly from Aspen, Colorado in her private practice has served as the trusted advocate and advisor to Influential ...
Views: 1665(1 vote) - Making This Summer Your Best Summer - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2018 from Nicole ASummer has always been my favorite season. I grew up on the beach, and summer entailed long days in the ocean followed by long evenings on my bike. To me, summer is synonymous with both a sense of freedom and a sense of hope and possibility. Always another adventure, another barbecue, another ...
Views: 1216 - HOW TO DEAL WITH THOUGHTS LEADING TO NOUGHT - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2018 from Dean FraserOccasionally we all get those moments when we feel a little sorry for ourselves or that the world is not always quite so fair. Happens to all of us, certainly has done to me and I am sure it is the same for you as well. Having the odd moments of Thoughts Leading to Nought are part and parcel of ...
Views: 1181 - Why Are We Obsessed With Perfectionism? - by Submitted on May 31, 2018 from Irving SchattnerMerriam-Webster dictionary defines perfectionism as “the setting of unrealistically demanding goals accompanied by a disposition to regard failure to achieve them as unacceptable and a sign of personal worthlessness. You may want to ask yourself if your goals are so unreachable as to cause ...
Views: 1033 - Are you over programmed in life? - by Submitted on May 30, 2018 from Joan Marie WhelanAre you one of those people who have made so many commitments that you are having a hard time keeping them? You have compromised your health and sacrificed your family life because you had a strong need to help others. You are a leader in your community, but you fail your family. So how do ...
Views: 1341 - Four Ways to Change Your Current Perspective to a Happier, More Enlightened Outlook - by Submitted on May 26, 2018 from Courtney MyersWe all have days where we wished we would have stayed in bed. For some, all it takes is a little dreary weather, and the blues start cropping up. Or, maybe a series of small incidents and setbacks during your morning routine has thrown your entire day off balance. Either way, once you’re stuck ...
Views: 1020 - If Worrying Were a Currency, You'd All Be Rich! - by Submitted on May 20, 2018 from Rossana SneeYou all do it! Worry, that is. You all entertain those thoughts, images, or emotions, usually negative in nature, about some potential catastrophe that might happen (although it rarely ever does). You actually think that by “worrying” you might prevent whatever it is from happening. Guess what? ...
Views: 1005 - Early Stages Of Schizophrenia Can Be Treated With These Nutrients - by Submitted on May 18, 2018 from Taryn DeCiccoThis article was originally posted at http://www.apple-a-day-clinic.com/Health_and_Nutrition_Blog?m8:post=early-stages-of-schizophrenia-can-be-treated-with-these-nutrients Two million Americans suffer from schizophrenia, a progressive mental illness that is characterized by disabling ...
Views: 1151 - How Your Feelings Affect Mental Health - by Submitted on May 18, 2018 from Irving SchattnerYour emotional health plays a large role in your ability to deal with life problems and stress. You can establish good emotional health by first identifying what it is you are feeling. This may sound like a no-brainer, but many people have difficulty honing in on exactly what they are feeling ...
Views: 1063(1 vote) - Is It Worth It? - by Submitted on May 14, 2018 from Rick HansonLife is full of tradeoffs between benefits and costs. Sometimes, the benefits are worth the costs. For example, the rewards of going for a run - getting out in fresh air, improving health, etc. - are, for me at least, worth the costs of losing half an hour of work time while gaining a pair of ...
Views: 910 - 5 Ways To Boost Your Self-esteem. - by Submitted on May 08, 2018 from Christiana StarA sense of self-worth, self-respect and confidence that you can handle what life presents to you are all features of self-esteem. But appreciating and liking yourself is not always easy, especially if your sense of self was seriously undermined in your youth, toxic relationships, negative ...
Views: 1162 - After You Get Everything You Want, What Else Is There Left to Want? - by Submitted on May 05, 2018 from Rossana SneeHave you ever wanted something so badly that your days and nights were spent dreaming about it? No matter what you were doing, your thoughts would eventually travel back to that “thing” you coveted. Then the day would finally come—the Day of Acquisition. You felt beyond excited. There were no ...
Views: 1135 - Children Anxiety Disorder Symptoms - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2018 from Homer LATHAMChildren and adults alike experience feelings of nervousness, fear, or worry from time to time; these feelings are part of a normal response to a stressful situation, but when they occur to such an extent that they interfere with normal life, children anxiety disorder could be the underlying ...
Views: 1006 - It Takes Courage to Put Ourselves Out There - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2018 from Mike RobbinsIn the past few weeks I’ve been thinking a lot about the courage it takes to step out, take risks, and put ourselves out there. Even though I know how important this is for growth, in business, and for life – I still find it tricky, scary, and challenging at times. I also realize it’s one thing ...
Views: 1308 - 5 Myths That Surround Autism and Its Issues - Busted! - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2018 from Ron SpencerIn simple words, autism is defined as the mental condition where a person from his/her childhood faces problems with social interactions and has impaired communications. They do not behave or react to situations normally where repetitive behaviour, the inability to understand body language and ...
Views: 1392 - The Body Keeps The Score - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2018 from Irving SchattnerThe body is a magnificent creation. It lets us know when we’re feeling well, and when things are off kilter. If we take good care of it, most likely it will take good care of us. If we abuse or ignore what it is telling us, we fail to recognize the message(s) it is trying to ...
Views: 1136(1 vote) - 5 Healthy Relationship Boundaries To Establish Now - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2018 from Susan BakerCreating and maintaining boundaries is important to for building healthy relationships and developing your own confidence and self-worth. There are lots of personal boundaries you might set, but here are a few that I think can help you right away — whether it’s with a friend or your significant ...
Views: 992 - Do You Accept The Gift? - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2018 from Rick HansonLife gives to each one of us in so many ways. For starters, there’s the bounty of the senses – including chocolate chip cookies, jasmine, sunsets, wind singing through pine trees, and just getting your back scratched. What does life give you? Consider the kindness of friends and family, ...
Views: 1059(1 vote) - Traveling Alone for Self-Growth What I've Learned - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2018 from Catherine PalmerThere are so many reasons why people decide to travel alone. Sure, convenience plays a huge part in it, ranging from things like not having to partake in activities you personally don’t feel attracted to and having a personal level of control over every single checkpoint on your itinerary. ...
Views: 1363 - Are You Feeling Unneeded Pain? - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2018 from Rick HansonPainful experiences range from subtle discomfort to extreme anguish - and there is a place for them. Sorrow can open the heart, anger can highlight injustices, fear can alert you to real threats, and remorse can help you take the high road next time. But is there really any shortage of ...
Views: 1132 - How to spot the ‘narcissist’ in yourself or others - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2018 from Marianne VicelichNarcissism … the label can be found all over the place, but it’s usually misused as a way to describe anyone who offends us. The synonyms of narcissism include conceit, egoism, self-admiration, self-obsession, and vanity. In truth, narcissism is a trait each of us exhibits to a greater or lesser ...
Views: 1081 - Breaking Bad Habits for Good: Science-Backed Techniques - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2018 from Catherine PalmerPeople often say that good habits are the ones that create positive consequences, whereas the bad ones are most likely to pull you down and not let you succeed. Researchers even estimate that about 40% of human behavior is controlled by habits, which can be quite alarming – especially if you ...
Views: 1444 - The One Person You Always Need To Trust Is You! - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2018 from Christiana StarMost successful and beneficial relationships include an element of trust. Expecting loyalty, reliability and trustworthiness you assume that the other person will do what they say, that their word can be relied upon and that promises, commitments and agreements will be kept. When trust is ...
Views: 1093 - What Are You Saying? - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2018 from Rick Hanson"Sticks and stones can break my bones, but words will never hurt me." Ah, not really. Often it's words - and the tone that comes with them - that actually do the most damage. Just think back on some of the things that have been said to you over the years - especially those said with ...
Views: 999 - Drop Limiting Labels and Uncover New Possibilities - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2018 from Liesha PetrovichBelieve it or not, we live in a very orderly society. We have easy to use labels for gender, race, religion and political affiliation. We have labels that identify what country we live in and titles at the end of our names to highlight our educational levels. We like order and we ...
Views: 1161 - What to do if your Uber Driver crashes? - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2018 from Nicki JennsHailing an Uber cab is a quick solution to reach any place, no matter you are going for a business meet or have a fun party to attend. The cheap and convenient service aids you reach any destination quickly. 70% of the Americans rely on Uber cab to reach important places. With popularity, ...
Views: 998 - Meet Drama With Detachment - The #1 Skill For Coping In Today’s World. - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2018 from Christiana StarDetachment is not about being aloof or withdrawing from the world. We can be passionate, involved, enthusiastic and engaged with life in all its forms. Living in seclusion may help some people to go deep within, but for others that sort of separation from the world is not desired or possible. ...
Views: 1061 - Why You Need A Strong Sense of Self And How To Boost It. - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2018 from Christiana StarWhen life is busy or challenging, most people get so caught up in what goes on in their head that they forget all about the rest of their body. But problems and difficulties are best addressed with the whole of you. If you focus on your issues with a strong sense of self - rather than only your ...
Views: 1017 - Lessons on Life from the Superbowl - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2018 from Richard Ruhling1 Life is like a game—there are winners and losers. 2 Success in life is the progressive realization of a worthy goal. 3 Our rewards in life are proportion to our service. 4 Our excellence is in the context of a team effort. 5 Practice makes perfect. 6 Understanding life’s ...
Views: 1064 - Quantum Manifestation Of Heart Based Abundance - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2018 from Jennifer WebbThis principle, Quantum Manifestation Of Heart Based Abundance is a platform that is expressed by the teachings of Marina Jacobi. This quantum physics structure is the elevated way to address and end the slavistic money structure forced on humanity and instead enter into a fifth dimensional ...
Views: 1476 - Does Being Optimistic Pave the Route to One's Happiness! - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2018 from Thabet Sava HassanFollowing my daily routine of scanning through venues of the media to become aware of the latest in current affairs, I began to acquire an empathetic feeling toward those who tend to complain endlessly about their misfortune while painting a bleak picture of the future. Most publications, ...
Views: 1071 - Inner Strength: How To Build A Firm Foundation For Living Your Best Life. - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2018 from Christiana StarInner strength is created though effort and determination. At the core of it is the trust that one way or another you will be able to deal with whatever you may encounter in life - whether it be a crisis or simply the challenges of daily life. If you do not let them crush you, hardship and ...
Views: 963 - Why You Need to Cultivate Self-Love - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2018 from Christiana StarSelf-love - really? Isn’t it conceited, selfish, unpleasant, arrogant, narcissistic, vain and full of false pride? It is, if ego-based and full of self-importance. However, there is a different kind of self-love you really need. The right kind of Self-Love. Real self-love is a spiritually ...
Views: 995 - How Saying NO, Having a Backbone, and Being Your Authentic Self Can Help You Become Successful? - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2018 from Dr. Anne BrownIs this decision going to be good for Me? To help Me be successful? How do I make the right choices? What are the effects and the outcomes. Ask yourself, Who am I really making these choices for? Backbone Power was written to help everyone from mothers, to college grads, to people that have ...
Views: 1921(1 vote) - `No Man is an Island’ – Revisited! - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2018 from Ron ParkerYou have heard the phrase – No Man is an Island – and like most of us, it sounded good to you. It was true as much as we thought about the many times we have tried to do something and then found we needed help. However, once we analyze that a little more closely we can conclude that ...
Views: 954 - Improving Your Adult Life One Day at a Time - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2018 from Jeremy SutterPart of being an adult means knowing how and why to better yourself. When we're children, we gain so much knowledge and experience in a relatively short amount of time. We go from being unable to feed ourselves to walking, speaking, and understanding complex concepts such as math and science. As ...
Views: 1382 - Empowerment! The 11 Qualities You Need To Be In The Driver’s Seat Of Your Life. - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2018 from Christiana StarEmpowerment! The 11 Qualities You Need To Be In The Driver’s Seat Of Your Life. You are the authority in your life although it might not always seem that way. When external circumstances or events impose conditions that are not of your choosing you might feel powerless and loose hope of ever ...
Views: 976 - What Do You Do When The Bottom Falls Out? - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2018 from Rick HansonIt takes heart to live in even ordinary times. By "taking heart," I mean several related things: Sensing your heart and chest Finding encouragement in what is good both around you and inside you Resting in your own warmth, compassion, and kindness; resting in the caring for ...
Views: 995 - 2018 Winter Eclipse Forecast: TOP 10 REASONS TO BE EXUBERANTLY OPTIMISTIC GOING FORWARD - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2018 from joan pancoe“If everything seems under control, you’re probably not moving fast enough.” MARIO ANDRETTI To view on my website and see all images and activate all links: http://joanpancoe.com/page-newsletter-details.php?nl=122 Dear One, Happy New Year! As 2018 begins, I’m ...
Views: 1843(1 vote) - Death and Dying – A Lesson in “Letting Go” - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2017 from Sandra MiniereDuring the past few months, I have been surrounded by death: a relative, a friend and two acquaintances. While feeling sad for those who have died and those who are left to grieve, I also had a realization: The dying process is a time to let go, whether we want to or not. With commitment, ...
Views: 1166(1 vote) - There's Been Mistreatment or Injustice - Now What? - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2017 from Rick HansonIt’s easy to treat people well when they treat you well. The real test is when they treat you badly. (Much of what I say here applies to concerns about injustice or mistreatment that threatens or happens to others, from someone bullying a child to an oppressive government, but I will focus on ...
Views: 965 - 3 Reasons You Shouldn’t Be Ashamed of Wanting Plastic Surgery - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2017 from Brooke ChaplanPlastic surgery has unfortunately developed a bad reputation with some people. It is often seen as a type of surgery that people who are pre-occupied with looks or who are vain get. However, there are many excellent reasons why people schedule different types of plastic surgery in various areas ...
Views: 2948(1 vote) - Your 2017 Soul-Level Review: Five Stages of Mourning in the Kali Yuga - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2017 from joan pancoeTo view in your browser and see all the visuals and activate all the links: http://joanpancoe.com/page-newsletter-details.php?nl=120 Since the presidential election last year, many of us have been experiencing a range of emotions that cycle from shock and denial, to anger and depression, all ...
Views: 2060(1 vote) - Speak From Your Heart. - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2017 from Rick HansonOne Christmas I hiked down into the Grand Canyon, whose bottom lay a vertical mile below the rim. Its walls were layered like a cake, and a foot-high stripe of red or gray rock indicated a million-plus years of erosion by the Colorado river. Think of water - so soft and gentle - gradually ...
Views: 1034 - Do You Care? - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2017 from Rick HansonCompassion is essentially the wish that beings not suffer - from subtle physical and emotional discomfort to agony and anguish - combined with feelings of sympathetic concern. You could have compassion for an individual (a friend in the hospital, a co-worker passed over for a promotion), ...
Views: 997 - Body Acceptance: How to Strike Up a Loving Relationship With Your Most Loyal Companion - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2017 from Suzanne St. John SmithAs a psychotherapist, I’m in the business of hearing how people, especially women, talk about their bodies using hateful and disparaging terms. They aren’t alone. I’ve done the same myself, and so I know how hard it can be to make peace with our imperfect bodies (are they ever anything else?) ...
Views: 2112 - The Purrfect Medicine: Separating The Myths From The Truth About Having An Emotional Support Animal - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2017 from B.L. AckerI have a pair of sugar gliders. They’ve been with me for over six years, since they were eight weeks out of pouch. For those who do not know what sugar gliders are – they are small marsupials that can live twelve to fifteen years and bond closely with their owners. I have brought them many ...
Views: 1715 - A Realistic Way To Look At Mental Illness - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2017 from B.L. AckerMental illness carries a lot of stigma. People often hide their diagnosis or minimize their symptoms because they are afraid of the judgment that will follow. It seems easier for many to suffer in silence than to have everyone else look at them as broken or crazy, as something to be feared or ...
Views: 1541 - Fall 2017’s Saturn in Sagittarius Swansong: “LOVE IS ALWAYS MORE PRECIOUS THAN MONEY” - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2017 from joan pancoe“The impermanence of this present life will force you to leave all wealth behind, but by giving it away, you can take it with you as good karma.” The Dalai Lama To view with images and all links activiated: http://joanpancoe.com/page-newsletter-details.php?nl=119 Dear ONE, ...
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