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- How to practice after you buy a fly fishing rod? - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2011 from Bryan CañonFly fishing used to be a way of life but now is a popular sport enjoyed by many. Those who have a hectic and busy life find fly fishing a relaxing and rewarding sport. Enjoying a catch for relaxation or for a fresh dinner is a treat when you go fly fishing. The growing popularity of the sport ...
Views: 997(3 votes) - The Benefits of Music Therapy Using Binaural Beats - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2010 from Daniel RichardLife is good, but for some people life could be better. This article will show the benefits of music therapy using binaural beats, that helps relieve stress and anxiety, to help make your day a little better. Music therapy or binaural beats have been around for a long time, over 170 years. ...
Views: 4606(3 votes) - When We Are Tired - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2011 from Frances LucasThere are some days when we are tired for whatever reason. Days come where we feel like we are drained both emotionally and physically. Nights come where we are so tired that we can’t fall asleep. When we are tired, we are not much use to ourselves or others. Sometimes we can’t think straight, ...
Views: 1153(3 votes) - Aviation - How To Succeed 3 - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2009 from Peter RadfordAir Transport The most important manufacturers of civil transport aircraft, taken on a worldwide basis, include the following: Airbus – It is a subsidiary of EADS, a huge European aerospace corporation, and manufactures aircraft on their behalf. Airbus has its base in Toulouse in France, ...
Views: 1496(4 votes) - Dealing with Stress - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowAnd then there was STRESS; have you ever heard someone say that they “thrive under pressure?” Maybe this statement even hits home in your court and possibly it could be true. Many people work well under the gun and some may even produce fabulous results. However, do you know that nervous ...
Views: 1386(4 votes) - Do You Know What the Early Signs of Depression Are? - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2010 from David FordUnless someone is totally familiar with the symptoms of depression, it can be extremely difficult to diagnose, let alone help. Many people don't even know that they are suffering from depression, and in the USA over 15 million people are affected to some extent or another, and the startling ...
Views: 2547(4 votes) - Hurry Up and Relax! - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Cynthia Christianson,Hurry Up and Relax! Hurry up and relax! I saw this on my Mary Engelbreit's calendar and had a good chuckle. Every day this week, I think I am going to get everything done and then go sit and relax by the pool. Well that didn't work so then I just forced myself to go sit outside but even ...
Views: 1994(6 votes) - ***Awakening your Divine Potential and Aligning with the Diamond Self Within - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2010 from Jacqueline JoyWE ARE DIAMONDS! We are Diamonds! Each of us, as an indestructible, brilliant spark of the Divine, arrives on this Earth with a Divine Diamond Blueprint, or Divine Plan, that is imprinted with our Soul’s Divine Purpose and Highest Diamond Potential, ready and waiting to be awakened and ...
Views: 2248(7 votes) - Turning your Small Spaces like Some Campbell Apartments - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2011 from Regie ElesterMany first time hunters start with an idea that when they move into a new apartment, everything will be perfect. They believe that with some budget, they can get a large apartment where they can put an entertainment area and a single bed with some cabinets and a nice kitchen. But once they start ...
Views: 596(2 votes) - *** Outdoor Living: Good for the Mind - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2013 from Serenity HealthWe all find ourselves wanting to be outdoors more in the summer months with the abundance of sunshine, warmer temperatures, the sounds of the birds chirping and the longer days. I know that being outdoors always makes me feel much more relaxed and less stressed than being inside looking at all ...
Views: 1365(5 votes) - *** Sun Alarm Ultima Can Help Combat the Winter Blues! - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2013 from Serenity HealthDo you fear the upcoming short days and longer periods of darkness? Do you suffer from SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder)? Is it tough for you to get up in the dark every morning? These are all common problems for many, many people today, commonly called the “Winter Blues” or if you have been ...
Views: 1128(1 vote) - ***Bring Relaxation to the Workplace - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2012 from Serenity HealthWe all know that work is one place we need to try and be more relaxed and not get stressed or anxious. We all know that every doctor out there tells us to control stress, learn how to relax, reduce anxiety etc. Well, just how do you do that in the workplace if you have a stressful job, a lot ...
Views: 1582(3 votes) - ***Save Money, Give yourself a Spa Treatment at Home - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2013 from Serenity HealthYes, it is possible to create a relaxing spa experience in the comfort of your own home! Of course, you won’t have the massage therapist but what if you could create the wonderful spa sounds and soothing smells to make your own relaxing spa-like atmosphere that you can relieve stress in ...
Views: 1292(3 votes) - 10 Ways to Combat Stress and Increase Your Energy - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2009 from Lisa RickwoodIt’s Thursday afternoon and it hits like a monsoon – a wave of extreme fatigue, a headache and the sudden urge to lie down and hibernate. You’re exhausted! After a week of pulling ‘all-nighters’ for a nightmare of a client, you’re burnt out. It seems like time is painstakingly ticking at an ...
Views: 1416(1 vote) - 3 Simple Ways to be Feel JOY TODAY - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2020 from Barry ShoreSTRESS KILLS. JOY Heals. Reducing stress is one thing we all strive for, but what really is JOY? According to vocabulary.com, Joy is the emotion of pleasure and happiness. Joy can also be the very thing that delights you. It’s that feeling that comes over you when you know life is good and ...
Views: 2216(1 vote) - 3 Steps to Come Across the Right Full Body Massage Spa Near You - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2018 from Ron SpencerAsk anyone who has been to a spa and experienced its benefits, and you wouldn’t get a negative review on it. The experience is such that makes it synonymous with ‘BLISS’. The serene ambience, the right hands tantalising the painful areas of the body and an hour of peace is all ...
Views: 2007(1 vote) - 5 great ways to Rid Yourself of Doubt - by Submitted on Dec 31, 1969 from Ed Allen1. Write Down Your Accomplishments Make a list of everything large and small that you have successfully completed, even if one of them is wake up this morning. It is a very good idea to recognize what you have done so far. I am going to go out on a limb and guess that you have done quite a lot ...
Views: 728(1 vote) - A Discussion on Safety and Hunting Accidents - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2009 from William HayesHunting seems dangerous just by its very nature. But what are the facts? Every year there are appx 800 non-fatal hunting accidents and 100 fatal. When considering the large amount of hunters nation-wide (appx 20 million), one could come to the conclusion that hunting is fairly safe. Of course, ...
Views: 3476(2 votes) - Aviation - How To Succeed - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2009 from Peter RadfordHistory Aviation refers to the activities involving aircraft, including the people, various support, operational and manufacturing organisations, and regulatory bodies associated with them. Many individuals and societies have built devices with the aim of being able to travel through the ...
Views: 1426(2 votes) - Aviation - How To Succeed 4 - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2009 from Peter RadfordAir Transport Continued The term flag carrier applies to a company involved in transportation, which is usually either an airline or a shipping company that is registered in a specific country. Such carriers are usually either state-run, state-owned or state-designated companies. In ...
Views: 1599(4 votes) - Aviation - How To Succeed 5 - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2009 from Peter RadfordGeneral Aviation Continued Raytheon – Founded in 1922, it is a very significant defense contractor in the US, and is also the foremost producer of guided missiles throughout the world. In 1980, it purchased Beech Aircraft Corporation, an important manufacturer of piston and turboprop ...
Views: 1891(3 votes) - Balancing Work and Life: 8 Tips to Help Women Entrepreneurs Maintain a Healthy Lifestyle - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2009 from Karel MurrayAs a woman entrepreneur who travels a lot for work, I know it's hard to balance work and life. Because I travel so much, I constantly find myself watching the behavior of other people. The variety of personalities always astounds me. During a recent two week stint where I spoke at five ...
Views: 2026(2 votes) - Be Flexible - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Mike RobbinsHow flexible are you? For me, it depends - on my mood, how much fear or resistance I have about something, how attached I am to a particular outcome, and various other factors. However, as I look throughout my life (now and in the past), I realize that the situations, relationships, and ...
Views: 2411(2 votes) - Benefits And Risks Of Sleeping With Your Dog - by Submitted on May 22, 2019 from Colossal SleepThere are different ways to improve your sleep: yoga, herbal teas, meditation, reading, exercise and so on. But apart from these common ways to improve our sleep quality, scientists have started researching how do dogs benefit us when we let them sleep beside us. Contrary to the belief that ...
Views: 1122(2 votes) - Celebrate Easter Day with full of Joyness and Delight - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2012 from RAHUL KUMAREaster is the oldest and the most significant Christian festival, the merriment of the death and coming to life once more of Jesus Christ. For Christian civilization, the dawn of Easter Sunday with its message of new life is the elevated position of the Christian year. The easter and other ...
Views: 1234(1 vote) - City-Traveling Is An Adventure - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Thomas LechnerThere are many things to say about City-Traveling. Normally people tend to plan their vacation, using the usual so-called stereotype relaxation offers, coming from normal travel agencies. These can be about beaches, cruises, mountains, lakes, rivers and lots more. The good part on these vacation ...
Views: 1668(1 vote) - Common Types of Panic Attack Therapy - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2009 from Andrew HunterMany people have found relief for panic attacks through therapy. Since every person and their situation is different, the time frame the treatment can take to show improvement can differ greatly. Sometimes you may need to wait a few months before you can begin to notice any ...
Views: 1224(1 vote) - Conquer Toxic Holiday Stress - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2010 from Laura Bonetzky-JosephWhen we think of the holidays we smile with nostalgic visions of celebrations, roasting chestnuts, caroling, crackling fires, happy Cleaver-like families, and everything we asked for under the 'ol Christmas tree. As much as the holidays bring love, holiday cheer, & family gatherings so do the ...
Views: 1940(1 vote) - Discover The Art Of Meditation And Supercharge Your Mental Abilities - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2011 from James SchreiberResults of ongoing research shed new light on the mechanisms of meditation. Recent studies now confirm that you don't have to be a monk to enjoy deep relaxation, increased attention span, better cognition and other health benefits meditation is offering. Until recently, it was believed that ...
Views: 957(1 vote) - Embodying Your Energy - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2010 from Ken Stofft, MA, CSBTo embody one's life takes courage and deep breathing. Breathing into your belly = relaxing = full pleasure experiences. Yoga or Buddha breathing, which any vocalist knows well, means to breath into the belly instead of the shallow, militaristic style which most men, at least, have been ...
Views: 1417(3 votes) - Embodying Your Energy - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2010 from Ken Stofft, MA, CSBTo embody one's life takes courage and deep breathing. Breathing into your belly = relaxing = full pleasure experiences. Yoga or Buddha breathing, which any vocalist knows well, means to breath into the belly instead of the shallow, militaristic style which most men, at least, have been ...
Views: 1417(3 votes) - Experiencing a Spanish Holiday Lifestyle with a Difference - by Submitted on May 01, 2011 from Porsche KlingerFor something different why not book your HOLIDAY VILLAS IN SPAIN and sample a truly unique lifestyle not to be found anywhere else. This change in a lifestyle will offer you the opportunity to be as flexible as possible when making choices. These choices include the freedom to make them while ...
Views: 989(1 vote) - Five Great Ways to Relax - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2009 from Jake RhodesNo matter how you live your life it’s guaranteed that you will encounter stresses and strains on a daily basis. In the fast-paced world we all live in it is vital to learn the best ways to relax as well to free up the proper amount of time to practice these methods. I realise it can be ...
Views: 928(3 votes) - Fuel Economy: The Most Fuel-Efficient Vehicles and Why This Is So Important - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2006 from Steven AndersonWith the high gas prices which are readily seen on the market today, individuals who are looking to purchase a new car are perusing the options with fuel efficiency in mind. Prospective car buyers want to purchase a vehicle which really peaks their interest and is one which they truly desire; ...
Views: 1677(1 vote) - Getting the Appropriate Amount of Rest & Relaxation - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Stuart KaplowitzDo you get a good night’s rest? Chances are that if you are struggling with your mood you may not be getting enough rest. What we have learned as clinicians is that when we are not rested, we are not giving the body and mind a chance to regenerate. Now some people will say that they don’t ...
Views: 1013(1 vote) - Giving of Yourself - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.You start your day off with that fresh cup of coffee, or that morning jog. You know the routine; you don’t want to wake the kids up for school just yet. You want to enjoy the “me” moment. It’s that moment of peace and quiet; the moment when you can listen to the quietness. In a few moments it ...
Views: 1329(1 vote) - How to be Happy - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2011 from Sonny ChenOne of the biggest rules to follow in order to be happy is to laugh. Laughing is a definite prerequisite for happiness because when you laugh, you release endorphins which relieves stress and promotes a mental well-being. The released endorphins also relieves anxiety and sorrow. Laughing is a ...
Views: 891(3 votes) - How to Deal With Stress With Basic Stress Management Tips - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2010 from Brenda HoddinottHow to deal with stress. Stress causes the sympathetic nervous system to release stress hormones during the fight or flight response. These hormones need to be in balance. When released on a continuous basis due to chronic stress it has an effect on your nervous system. There is a simple way ...
Views: 964(2 votes) - How to Make This Christmas More Fun and Less Stressful - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from Erin KurtChristmas time is a time for doing special things with family, but holiday events can fill up the calendar very quickly. We often find ourselves running from one event to the next without so much as a breath in between. The holidays then become about pleasing others and not ourselves or our ...
Views: 1910(1 vote) - How to Practice Being Present Instead of Overwhelmed! - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2010 from Rena HatchDo you find yourself exhausted at the end of your day? Feeling overwhelmed and stressed often? Does your mind seem to race from what you are doing now, to worrying about what you need to do later and then perhaps rehashing what happened yesterday? Well, if so, you are not alone. According to the ...
Views: 2984(1 vote) - How to Reduce Stress & Keep Balance in Your Life by Warding Off the Things You Hate to Do - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2010 from Dr. Bernie Kastner* Are you stressed out right now about doing something you hate to do? * Does your life feel off balance? * Are you using procrastination as a defense mechanism? A former professor of mine told me that if you have something unpleasant to do, don't put it off – it will only get worse. ...
Views: 1085(2 votes) - Infrared Sauna - Carbon or Ceramic? - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2015 from Fred JonesInfrared saunas are the modern-day version of saunas. The days of steam saunas are past now. These days, individuals no longer need to boil their bodies in a steam room to gain the benefits that a sauna offers. In fact, infrared saunas are more effective compared to steam saunas, as the infrared ...
Views: 1174(1 vote) - Interesting Billiard Facts - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Christopher Smith1.) The game of pool advanced from a European lawn pastime similar to croquet, played throughout the 15th century. 2.) When exactly the first pool table was made is mysterious. The earliest proof of a pool table was acknowledged in 1470, at some stage in an inventory of the assets of King ...
Views: 3574(1 vote) - Introducing Yoga to Children - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2009 from marneta viegasRelax Kids Introducing yoga and relaxation to children Children are being brought up in a world of noise and busyness. Busy parents, school pressures, additional after school activities, computer games and fast moving TV can all add to their stress levels. School tests, falling out with ...
Views: 2319(2 votes) - IT'S YOUR DAY - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2004 from Subhashis Das GuptaThey say that if you fail to plan, you plan to fail nowhere is this more appropriate than in our own lives. There have been numerous occasions when we open our eyes in the morning with sluggishness, groan at the beginning of yet another painful day and allowed the snooze button to control our ...
Views: 1279(2 votes) - Kava in Fiji - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2011 from ROBERT RIDEOUTKava is a mild liquid intoxicant and a large element in Fijian culture. And it’s legal. This is the liquid drug or beverage of choice in most of Melanesia and Polynesia. Kava or kava-kava’s scientific name is (Piper methysticum) (Piper: Latin for 'pepper', methysticum: (Latinized) Greek for ...
Views: 1940(1 vote) - Luxury Villas in Mykonos Greece for Glamorous Holidays - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2020 from Theodoros DeligiannidisIf luxury had a face, it would look like Mykonos. Yes, Mykonos is that splendid! From the exotic views of the Aegean Sea to the most relaxing sunsets on the pristine beaches, Mykonos is full of experiences that are no less than a luxury. The hotels and villas Mykonos has to offer its ...
Views: 782(2 votes) - Managing Your Stress With Hypnosis Techniques - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from John OsgoodThere are many things in today's society that are not good for us, stress is one of them and is also one of the biggest killers, it manifests itself in our bodies in many different ways. There is positive and negative stress, and it is negative stress that is usually the one we want to ...
Views: 847(1 vote) - Massage for the Baby Boomers - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2012 from Dawn ArmfieldMassage can be effective to not only maintain health, but to even regain some functions that seem lost forever. One of the best prevention to most issues that Mature adults face is incorporating massage into their weekly regime. Geriatric Massage can increase blood circulation, combat ...
Views: 3552(1 vote) - Meditation Can Change Your Life - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2010 from Cheryl HitchcockMeditation can change your life. I know that is a strong statement to make, but it's really true. A simple meditation practice will not only bring you into alignment with the Universe and your purpose, but it also connects your energy to everyone else. Practicing meditation is something ...
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