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- Yes Don't Mean a Thing, If You Can't Say NO - by Submitted on May 20, 2010 from Gary RobertsonWhat does saying yes have to do with saying no? After all, they are opposite statements, meaning diametrically opposing things. We are “supposed” to say yes to friends, family, loved ones and especially...the Universe! Isn't that the secret behind the Secret? And we should say no to things like ...
Views: 2843(5 votes) - What it Means to Grieve a Loss - by Submitted on May 19, 2010 from Mary Jane Hurley BrantWhen you open yourself up to love, you open yourself up to loss. When you suffer a loss, you will experience the painful emotion we call grief. It's a natural response to loss yet to the person going through this afflictive emotion, the experience feels overwhelming. I would like to help you ...
Views: 3458(3 votes) - Are you playing small? Is that because you were told you’ll never amount to anything? - by Submitted on May 19, 2010 from Lorna BlakeAccording to Dr. Joe Rubino, the world’s leading authority on self-esteem optimization, many times as children we were told that we weren’t good enough. We may have gotten the message that we were not worthy of the best things in life and we accepted and absorbed these negative ideas. This ...
Views: 1038(2 votes) - Dreaming of a house? Plan it! - by Submitted on May 19, 2010 from Robin WilliamsOne may dream a lot about a perfect home but when it comes to achieving the same in reality, complications automatically seep in. The apparent gap between ones dream house and reality is due to the lack of proper house planning. House planning is a time consuming process. Once the planning ...
Views: 672(1 vote) - 4 Easy Steps To Raise Your Energy levels and Get Motivated - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Noelyne JonesAre you constantly feeling tired and lacking in energy? Do you feel drained at the thought of the things on your to do list? Are you looking for a way to overcome tiredness and loss of energy? What are your first thoughts of the day when the alarm goes off? Do you smile and bounce out of ...
Views: 2420(6 votes) - Some basic items that each emergency supply kit should include - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Nick JohnstonDisasters happen daily around the world: fires, floods, earthquakes, hurricanes and tornado. If a disaster occurs in your community, local agencies and disaster-relief groups are there to help you. However, emergency personnel may not be able to reach you immediately, or they may need to focus ...
Views: 1347(1 vote) - With Books and Book Clubs As You Grow - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Justin Davis"In reality that reading books or any kind of educational materials can definitely develop a person not only mentally but emotionally. It teaches us many things we need to learn or unlearn. The topics on books are not restricted so you can learn from things like history, cooking, sports, romance ...
Views: 930(1 vote) - My Interview for the Get Inspired! Project - by Submitted on May 17, 2010 from David RiklanI recently had the pleasure of being interviewed for the Get Inspired! Project - a collection of amazing stories of inspiration from professionals and entrepreneurs developed by Toni Reese, President of The PEOPLE Academy, Inc. Below is an excerpt from the full interview, which can be viewed ...
Views: 3456(12 votes) - Feel the Fear and Do What You Love Anyway - by Submitted on May 17, 2010 from Sue Oliver,Each of us has a glorious, divine purpose for making a unique and positive difference on this planet; that is, for leaving a powerful legacy. And guess what? Your passion and your talents together point directly to your purpose. Pretty obvious, eh? Most of us have a good inkling as to ...
Views: 2181(4 votes) - Activating Truth...Connecting to Self, Soil and Society. - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Suzanne ToroHello Love, The spring days are in full bloom and my heart is filled with gratitude and certainty as we transition into a period which shall provide us with a deep understanding for what is next for on a personal, professional and emotional level. Our eagle eyes and our warm heart shall ...
Views: 1609 - 4 Tips To Kick Start Your Self Esteem - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from Seyi EyitayoAre you struggling with a low self esteem and self confidence? If you have answered yes. Please do not despair because help is at hand. Below are some valuable tips on how to re-gain your self esteem and manage it. 1, Avoid the blame game: It's almost impossible to appreciate ...
Views: 1852(1 vote) - Journaling for Inner and Outer Healing - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from Mari L. McCarthyJournaling on a regular basis is an opportunity to get into your inner life and understand what motivates you, what helps you, where you come from, and how your thought patterns are configured. Journaling helps us understand what's really going on inside of us, so we can get past all the baggage ...
Views: 2381(1 vote) - Positive Attitude and Staying Fired Up - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Deborah HayesWhen I was young my mother used to repeat a familiar saying… “Birds of a feather all flock together.” Generally she used this saying when she did not want me to date a certain person. Someone she felt was too old for me, or too wild, or too whatever! Of course I thought she was just being ...
Views: 1459(1 vote) - The Benefits of Community Outreach Music Programs (COMPs) on the Teaching of Musical Instruments - by Submitted on May 13, 2010 from John Diamond© Peter Muir 2005 No part of this article may be repoduced without the consent of the author. In this paper I explore that the notion, based on my own teaching practice, that regular attendance on Community Outreach Music Programs (COMPs) by music students can be of great benefit to the ...
Views: 4217(2 votes) - New Moon in Taurus: I Said Water It - by Submitted on May 13, 2010 from Ron Archer"There is a fullness of all things, even of sleep and love." -Homer (800 BC - 700 BC) Over the past four weeks since the last new moon in Aries, we may have had the opportunity to plant something new in our lives. And like any thing that we want to grow, it's important to remember that a ...
Views: 1980(1 vote) - Organizing After the Loss of a Loved One - by Submitted on May 12, 2010 from Lisa MontanaroI have worked with many clients over the years to organize after the loss of a loved one. Living in the greater NY metropolitan area, I helped many 9-11 widows and widowers organize after losing a loved one in the World Trade Center terrorist attacks. It is an emotionally draining process. My ...
Views: 2146(1 vote) - The Seven Stages of Becoming Single Again - by Submitted on May 12, 2010 from sarah palmerEnding a long term relationship can be devastating, destructive and depressing but… there is light at the end of the tunnel. Having experienced at first hand a 21 year marriage blast apart with a hurricane force, I know that the effect is, to put it mildly, earth-stopping. If you’ve ever ...
Views: 3289(1 vote) - Learn Yoga at Home ... it's the way of the future - by Submitted on May 11, 2010 from Yogacharya MichaelOptions for learning yoga at home were pretty scarce way back when I first started yoga. There were a few videos and books available, but nothing that could really teach you step by step what yoga was all about. The internet was still a long way away … I learned much of what I know about yoga ...
Views: 2103(5 votes) - Finding The Passion In Your Life - by Submitted on May 11, 2010 from Susan DerryPassion is not just limited to the bedroom. You can be passionate about many things in your life. The interesting thing is that the more you invite passion into your life, the greater the chances it will find its way to the bedroom. What do you love to do? When do you lose track of time and ...
Views: 2101 - What is YOUR culture? - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Aurelia FloresWhat is YOUR culture? Did you grow up in a place where you held rituals and ceremonies also held in the countries from which your ancestors came? Did you grow up speaking Spanish, listening to a certain kind of music, eating certain foods, and believing certain myths and superstitions? Is ...
Views: 1077(1 vote) - Creating Balance with just Two Steps - by Submitted on May 12, 2010 from JJ FredericksonHave I mentioned that I used to be a dance teacher? Balance was a physical quality back then. Something that all the dancers strived for. Some days it was elusive and their performance would be off the entire class. Other days they felt strong, their steps were clear and precise, and they felt ...
Views: 1996(5 votes) - Change in the World Begins Within - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Bettina GoodwinThere is always talk about how the world needs to change. There is so much anger and hatred in the world and we all want to see more peace and love spread throughout this earth of ours. We sometimes get stuck in a place of no change because we want to see global change and we don’t believe we ...
Views: 1437(1 vote) - Beliefs and the Energy They CreateSubmitted on May 11, 2010 from Bettina GoodwinHere I am again, talking about beliefs, but they are such a key ingredient in how we are in the world, that it bears repeating – over and over again! Our belief system is what creates the blueprint for our lives. We watch our parents and those around us as children and we decide what works ...
Views: 2113(2 votes) - The Energy Cookies of Life - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Cindy SnowballSuppose that each morning when you awoke you were given “energy cookies” or packets of energy to use as you see fit. You could take this energy and exercise, go to work, and use it to play or even to hug your kids. You could expend the energy in any activity but when it was used up, it was ...
Views: 833(1 vote) - The Art of Creative Flow and Inspiration - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Jim CamutIn many moments of our lives we desperately need inspiration and creativity. We need a flow of knew ideas to open up new opportunities or create novel solutions to persisting problems? So where do you tap into this flow of inspiration and creativity? And what is formula to find it? Have you ...
Views: 1025(3 votes) - Inspirational Mother Dove – Nature versus Nurture - How to be a Good Mom - by Submitted on May 10, 2010 from Cindy L. HerbAll of us long for a loving mother. Many of you may feel like abandoned children, having grown up with mothers who did not cater to your needs properly. Therefore, you may be continually searching for nurturing from others. Some of you may even be mothers yourself, and are struggling with your ...
Views: 2302(6 votes) - Mind Training Skills That Can Help You to Grow Taller with Hypnosis - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Laura De GiorgioUsing the power of your mind is a skill and if you’ve never used it intentionally to create specific results, it just makes sense to start with the basics and work on developing your ability. Some people instinctively know how to use the power of their minds and they have been having fun ...
Views: 7070(1 vote) - Women's Intuition Infertility and Motherhood - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Stephanie AltAs Mother’s Day approaches I thought it timely to share out of the ordinary extraordinary stories about becoming mothers. Both my experiences are unconventional and with each child woman’s intuition played a vital role guiding my journeys to motherhood. Sometimes planned sometimes not, many ...
Views: 2608(1 vote) - HOW TO MOTIVATE YOURSELF AND MAKE THE MOST OUT OF LIFE EACH DAY - by Submitted on May 07, 2010 from Dominique Edmond“My goal is always to inspire my readers to want – no, demand – more out of life. After reading this article, you’ll feel encouraged, inspired, and focused. I want you to be empowered to change the world in which you live – empowered to change you!” Getting motivated is challenging alone, ...
Views: 1526(2 votes) - Journaling From a Man's Perspective - by Submitted on May 07, 2010 from Mari L. McCarthyIn our insanely driven society, it may seem that a quiet, reflective practice like journaling would be mostly a woman's activity. But the fact is, journaling is enjoyed by men at least as much as women. Brett McKay, for instance, of The Art of Manliness, encourages journaling, noting that the ...
Views: 4431(3 votes) - Three Attributes of Someone Slow to Anger - by Submitted on May 07, 2010 from Greg BakerThe key to control of your anger is to be slow to anger. No one can turn anger on and off like a light switch. But having a very, very long fuse is the key to anger management. There are three attributes that are common, however, to someone that is slow to anger. GRACIOUS People who have ...
Views: 7864(3 votes) - The Three Keys to Motivation During a Recession - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Shannon GrahamThere is no doubt about it, the recession has most people's motivation in a vice. People's personal and professional lives are being affected by the global economic downturn. However if you look carefully you will see that some people are still able to maintain high levels of motivation even ...
Views: 1246 - The Gift of Letting Go of Clutter - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2010 from Marilyn BohnExcitement was in the air as gifts were being selected for Christmas giving. My 16 year old daughter who has always been into environmental issues and working on making the earth a better place decided this one year she wanted a special watch. The face of the watch was a sepia/gold color of the ...
Views: 1445(1 vote) - 4 Life-Enriching Ways To Simplify Your Life - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2010 from Marilyn BohnAwhile ago I saw a sign with these words: Simplify, Simplify, Simplify. Someone had crossed off the first two words. I had to chuckle. Just simplify. In my role as a professional organizer I have been working with a woman who has had no less than 6 deaths of close family members (including a ...
Views: 2298(1 vote) - 7 Basic Organizing Tips To Get Rid of Paper Clutter - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2010 from Marilyn BohnI love getting thank you notes. I like reading what my friends have to say about the gift or service I have done for them. I like the beauty of the cards and I love getting “good” mail. The fact that my friends took the time to write me a note makes me feel important. I received a call from ...
Views: 2308 - The Great Wise Man - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Tina CrumpackerThere was a great wise man who lived in a tiny village in Tibet. He was constantly sought out for his wisdom by the villagers. He was very kind and patient. His neighbors had a very beautiful unmarried daughter. She was in love with the butcher's son but saw him in secret as she knew her ...
Views: 2024(1 vote) - Professionally and Casual Dressing - 5 Resourceful Tips - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2013 from Joshua NyamacheAre you facing a problem on how to dress professionally and casually? Do you want to learn how to dress professionally and casually? You may want to present a more professional image at work or simply wow your friends and family. Anytime you want to make a good impression, it is important to ...
Views: 1367(1 vote) - How Do You Manage Your Time? - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Joanne RoibuIf you want to be successful in your time management skills, you must first take a good look at how you manage your time. So right about now you must be thinking how do I do that? It's not very difficult, let's start by determining what you do in a day. This can be easier seen if you keep a ...
Views: 1535(1 vote) - Move Away From Procrastination - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Joanne RoibuIf you are one that tends to procrastinate, then this post is for you! It is time to put all the evil procrastination aside for good. Many will say that it is easier said than done, but with some help it can be accomplished. Procrastination is something that will literally suck up all your ...
Views: 1560 - Just Move - A Must For Wellness! - by Submitted on May 05, 2010 from Lynnis Woods-MullinsLately I have been hit with the true reality that we have become a sedentary society. Even though we have workout facilities, dance studios, groups sports, exercise clubs etc... we as a society are really MOVING on a regular basis. When you think about it we sit at our computers, in front of ...
Views: 1231(1 vote) - A Garage Organization Primer - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2010 from Ryan SheaFor most of us, the garage has become a sort of dumping ground for our most infrequently used items, tools, construction leftovers, toys, garbage, and the list goes on and on. A vast majority of garages are in some form of disarray, and with all that mess it's sometimes hard to remember that in ...
Views: 1967(1 vote) - Letting Life Live You - by Submitted on May 05, 2010 from Sarah MariaIf you are like most people, you think you are doing life. If you are like most people, you live by your to-do list. You get up early—maybe you work out. You go to work, take care of the kids, eat food, deal with your boss, figure out how to sell your house... For many, life itself is one big ...
Views: 1684 - An Introduction To Aggressive Driving - by Submitted on May 04, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraAggressive driving, which involves improper and inappropriate operation of a motor vehicle with the intent to harm or frighten other people, has become more and more usual in current years. The question of ‘why’ is not usually talked about. However, it's essential to acknowledge that aggressive ...
Views: 1871 - How to READ People: The 4 steps all prospects go through before they say “Yes” - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2011 from Doug GradyHave you ever wondered why some people buy and some don’t? Why you can ‘nail’ a presentation and still lose the sale? Why some prospect with obvious needs won’t even talk to you? Why some people give a fast “yes” but you end up with a slow “no”? It’s not about you. So much of traditional ...
Views: 2145(1 vote) - Simple Guidelines for Successful Workouts - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Tanya StrohWe all, at one time or another, make a promise to get in shape, stay in shape and feel good about ourselves. But the truth is, more often than not, working out and exercising turns out to be a drag. It should not and does not have to be that way when it can be challenging, exciting and ...
Views: 965(1 vote) - Your Culture is an Asset - by Submitted on May 04, 2010 from Aurelia FloresAs Latinas, we get to create our culture together, in community and in dialogue. We know that culture is a moving, shifting, growing thing and it is not static! So when I say "Your culture is an asset," what do I mean? I mean that you get to create a uniquely individualized Latina identity, ...
Views: 1051 - Gratitude: Thankful for a Fit & Healthy Body - by Submitted on May 03, 2010 from Krystal KuehnI am Thankful for… A Fit & Healthy Body The first entry in this gratitude series focused on mental and emotional health. Here I will share my gratitude for physical health which I believe is a very significant part of our overall well-being. We sometimes overlook the mind and body ...
Views: 4156(4 votes) - Vibrationally Speaking, We Are Always Broadcasting - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Bambi CorsoTrying to explain the Law of Attraction to people can sometimes be challenging, especially when we’re talking about vibrations and energy. So, I came up with a very simple way of explaining this Universal Law so that even children can understand it. We are always broadcasting (Being ...
Views: 1749(2 votes) - How to Improve Your Prosperity - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2010 from Pat HeydlauffDo Feng Shui principles actually play a role in the development or improvement of prosperity? Will it make a difference if you focus new positive energy on improving your income generation? The answer is a qualified yes. Remember, one of the principles of Feng Shui is the use of positive ...
Views: 1817(2 votes) - What Is Your Relationship Climate? - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2010 from Susan DerryIntentionally or not, you have created a relationship climate for all of your relationships. The quality of those relationships has a lot to do with this climate. Relationship climate has little to do with the exact words that you speak or the things that you do. You can say or do the exact same ...
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