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- Surgery Patients Risk Emotional Scars, Too: Memories Recorded While "Unconscious" Can Have Disastrous Results - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2009 from Leah FriedmanIn addition to waking up with a new nose, or a repaired spinal disk, patients can awake with an irrational fear, depression or other emotional scars. Despite the use of general anesthesia, information is still recorded in the mind even when patients are unconscious, and what is said near ...
Views: 2086 - ***Whose Story Are You Living? - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2013 from Tony KentDo not be satisfied with the stories that come before you. Unfold your own myth. —Rumi Our lives are like empty canvases, and we’re free to create whatever we want. We all have abilities, we all have unique gifts, and we all have the capacity to live richer and fuller ...
Views: 2085 - What Is The Difference Between A Commercial Joiner And A Carpenter? - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2013 from Anne MehlaThere is often a bit of confusion involved when it comes to distinguishing between a carpenter and a commercial joiner. Many people wrongly assume that these trades are one and the same, including fully trained and qualified carpenters. This, however, is not the case – there are a few ...
Views: 2084 - What Is Entitlement? - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2011 from Caroline NettleEntitlement is a mindset that is born out of a troubled childhood. It is developed when the individual was so deprived as a child, and they adapted by thinking they were entitled to whatever they could take. The other side of the same coin is that they were completely spoiled as a child and ...
Views: 2083(2 votes) - Advice For Individuals Suffering From Bruxism - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Marie MalacamanThere’s yet another side to snoring mouthpiece: they can be used for alternative remedies or even management of a different usually sleep-time related disease, bruxism. Bruxism is really condition wherein someone clenches-clamping their top and bottom teeth tightly-or grinds-sliding the teeth ...
Views: 2082 - Metaphysical Meanings to Old Adages - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2012 from William ConstantineThroughout the years, there have been adages hinting to a happy more fulfilled life, but many have been misinterpreted or simply discarded. “Love is blind.” Love is blind means, simply, that love has no judgments and exists through all things. It means that a person shouldn’t love another ...
Views: 2081(2 votes) - Going The Distance Does Not Mean That You Will Reach Your Destination. - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2007 from Johan CampbellGoing the distance does not mean that you will reach your destination. Some time ago I listened to a very interesting interview about a guy who swam the English channel. What really struck me as a valuable life lesson was when he described how he had to battle the currents caused by the tides ...
Views: 2080 - Liberate Yourself by Letting go of your Story - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2013 from Rosa Livingstone“Liberate Yourself by Letting Go of Your Story” Freedom comes when you finally choose to let go. When you let go of all that you think you are and move towards what you really are, you become limitless. If you listen closely to yourself, whether or not you’ve reached the depths of ...
Views: 2080(3 votes) - Why We Should Eat Carrots? - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2011 from Angelica FlorinCarrot is a root vegetable that is filled with beta carotene which is good for our eyesight. It is one of the vegetables that you can cook and eat raw at the same time. It is very versatile. In 2005, Great Britain made carrots as their third favorite vegetable. It is commonly orange in color but ...
Views: 2080(4 votes) - Re-Modeling Your Life with NLP - by Submitted on May 21, 2010 from Janis EricsonEvery individual develops a way of interpreting the world and what goes on in it. This model establishes how things should or shouldn’t be done and what we believe is possible. For some of us, these mental models severely restrict our potential, our enjoyment of life, and our ability to connect ...
Views: 2079(1 vote) - Results of Practicing EFT*(Emotional Freedom Techniques) for over 9 years - by Submitted on May 02, 2010 from Ranjana AppooHaving discovered EFT* (Emotional Freedom Techniques) in 1999 and used it consistently since, EFT has now become part of my daily practice and is now an integral part of my profession. Some days I have a quick tap during my morning walk or in front of the bathroom mirror, and some days (every ...
Views: 2079(7 votes) - Muddling Mondays - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2019 from Wm. Hovey SmithMuddling Mondays You have returned to work on Monday after making a presentation at a trade show and a 4-to- 12 hour flight back home. After making a presentation at a trade show or other event and a long flight back home the body, mind and spirit are going to take time to recover, whether ...
Views: 2078 - Stewart Taps Away Blocks to Abundance - Part 1 - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2012 from Suzanne ZachariaStewart is working 1-on-1 with me and has graciously asked that I share his progress with you as we go along. To be honest, as I write this, I am so grateful and excited, I wonder where to start! Wow, what a story he has and what great progress he is making! Stewart has two avenues for making ...
Views: 2075 - The Importance of Forgiveness – Forgiveness Exercise - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Akilah SchäferMany people think that forgiveness is a gift to others and it’s a way of letting people of the hook, however, forgiveness is a gift that you give to yourself. When we are bothered by the actions of others in our past we are filled with anger, hate, resentment and emotional pain. Forgiveness is a ...
Views: 2073(2 votes) - Top 10 Microwave Brands - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2011 from Kenny TanSince the product’s introduction in 1955, microwave ovens have become staple kitchen appliances in every household. A number of types, models and brands have also been developed over the decades to cater to every homemaker’s need. There are built-in microwave ovens that are fitted within the ...
Views: 2071(1 vote) - Spiritual Tips to Move Forward Courageously During Fearful Times - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Nina AmirToday, 6.3 million American adults aged 18-54 have some type of specific fear. Although the most common fears tend to be public speaking, death, spiders, darkness, heights, social situations, flying, open spaces, thunder and lightening, and confined spaces—in that order, the current economy has ...
Views: 2070(1 vote) - The 4 Questions You Must Ask Yourself to Know if You Are Ready to Change - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2009 from Linda PucciIf you've been plagued by a problem in your life, especially if you've had that problem for a long time, you might assume that you'd be eager to get rid of it. You would think so, but actually, when you get right down to it, the contrary is often more true. People get used to having their ...
Views: 2069(4 votes) - How Can I Get My Ex Boyfriend Back? How to Recapture His Attention - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2011 from Charles UadialeHow can I get my ex boyfriend back? That is one question a lot of women are asking every now and then. A relationship is a very complicated issue to deal with. Just when you feel that you have found your happily-ever-after partner, disagreement comes in and before you can even think clearly the ...
Views: 2069 - Deciding Who Your Chronic Illness Small Group Will Serve - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2010 from Lisa CopenAs you begin to decide on the logistics of your support group, one of the first things to consider is who you would prefer to actually attend. For example: - Will this be a group for men as well as women, adults, and possibly teenagers? - Will your group serve those have recently been ...
Views: 2068(3 votes) - How Boring is Your Life? - by Submitted on May 01, 2012 from Dave ArenaThis week’s radio show topic was “How Boring is Your Life”. We discussed how you can create the life you want whenever you choose to (so stop bitching to everyone about how shitty it is and do something about it). Kimanzi Constable was back on the show, he is the author of two books: “The ...
Views: 2067 - BBQ Sauce Recipe - How to Make a Great Sauce for Basting - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Angelica FlorinDo you have plans of having a cookout in your backyard one of these days? If you do, then you must consider preparing a good recipe for it. One of the best dishes to make during a cookout is barbecue. Although the dish takes quite a while to finish, the taste of the barbecued meat is simply ...
Views: 2066(1 vote) - How to Prevent Accidents - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from Christina SponiasI wanted to be able to prevent accidents because I suffered from a tragic car accident when I was 15-years-old, losing the friend who was next to me in the car. However, this was not a simple matter. I had to work very hard until I could finally understand what generates accidents and how they ...
Views: 2065(2 votes) - Making Good Decisions Based on Dream Interpretation - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2011 from Christina SponiasOne of my online friends had a dilemma. He sent me a message asking my opinion about his problem. He didn’t know if he should study on the University at his city (City 1) or should if he should study at the University of City 2. I told him to ask this question to the unconscious mind. ...
Views: 2065 - Are You Willing to Be Uncomfortable? - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2010 from Mike RobbinsHow comfortable are you with being uncomfortable? I know this may seem like a paradoxical question, but it's not. In fact, Michelle and I took a workshop this past weekend where they emphasized the importance of being uncomfortable - related to expanding our growth, success, fulfillment, and ...
Views: 2064(1 vote) - Coming From Love - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Eva GregoryWhat is your real purpose in life? You were put on this earth through an act of love, you were loved and nurtured and you grew into adulthood. You may find yourself looking around you and asking “Ok world, I am here, now what?” The key to a fulfilling life is attuning to who you truly are. ...
Views: 2064(2 votes) - The Devastation - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.You drive that very long drive to the old neighborhood. You see all the familiar surroundings along the way. We are getting closer to our destination; we are still 10 miles away and are already seeing the signs of destruction. There is a line of trees that have been uprooted and stripped of ...
Views: 2064(1 vote) - Minerals - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2011 from Popa WoolseyMinerals are essential to the healthy functioning of the body. They include iron, iodine, chloride, boron, and copper. Minerals are found in a variety of food sources including broccoli, chicken, beets, berries, whole grains, oranges, nuts, cabbage, organic eggs, wild fish, corn on the cob and ...
Views: 2063 - Why Journaling Improves Clarity, Creativity and Inner Connection - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2009 from John RobsonMany well-known speakers and authors consider journaling to be 'the best hidden secret to success.' Why? Here are some insights as to how journaling so powerfully meets our needs. Slow your mind down so you can see how you think. Journaling quickly captures our flighty thoughts (about ...
Views: 2062(5 votes) - How to Get Through the Holidays Without Stress - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Gloria ArensonThe holiday season is upon us. Do you greet it with trepidation? Festivities bring us together with family. Are you dreading that experience because you have to act as if everything is peachy when it isn't because you are really having an awful time and can't wait to find an excuse to leave? In ...
Views: 2061(2 votes) - Using Cheap Living Room Set For Decoration - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2011 from Alden AlfredWhen it comes to home decoration, it can be rather expensive at times depending on the level of changes you want to make to the décor. If you are on a budget and cannot afford expensive individual pieces of furniture for your living room, the perfect solution for you is a cheap living room set ...
Views: 2061 - Get Organzied & Bust Clutter in 8 Simple Steps! - by Submitted on May 05, 2011 from Sasha Lauren, Americas Trusted Organizing Expert (not current)"Home is the nicest word there is." Laura Ingalls Wilder How would you like to live in the peaceful, organized envirnoment you deserve, learn to maintain your space easily, and focus on what is really important to you? With some clear guidance, this doesn't have to be complicated. Here are ...
Views: 2060(1 vote) - Kindness - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2012 from Maureen Brennan MercierKindness involves the quality of being warm-hearted, considerate, compassionate and gracious. It is the willingness to do good, kindly acts to help others in need. The source of kindness is an inherent benevolent nature that expresses sympathy and gentleness toward others. It comes naturally ...
Views: 2060 - The Key to Overcoming Procrastination - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2014 from Pat LaDouceurHave you ever put off a task that you just didn’t want to do? Procrastination can be frustrating. If this happens just once in awhile, it’s probably not an issue. But if procrastination is a way of managing stressful situations, it’s a real problem. When you procrastinate, things pile up. You ...
Views: 2059 - Your Loud Snoring Stigma - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Marie MalacamanDon’t chuckle. There is a secret pity attached to snoring. Sure, we’ve heard everything before, the well-meant, all-in-good-fun ribbing a snorer goes through if the sound of their own nighttime buzzing is really discovered to many people. Many people who snore are able to shrug that away as well ...
Views: 2059(1 vote) - 4 Ways To Keep On Selling ... Even In The Tough Times - by Submitted on May 28, 2015 from Dr. Alan ZimmermanIn the movie, "A League of Their Own," the baseball coach talked to his dispirited team, saying, "Of course it's hard. If it wasn't hard, everybody would do it!" That’s the way it is with selling. It can be hard. But there are four, old-fashioned, sure-fire ways to achieve success at ...
Views: 2058 - Unconditional Love - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.You are such a happy baby! No matter who or what you become in this life, I will love you the same as this very moment. I will be proud of you no matter what! I will respect you for being you. I will love you forever, unconditionally. My darling husband, you have your faults and I have ...
Views: 2058(1 vote) - Things You should Consider While having an Invention Idea - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2020 from Shehbaz MalikUse a Non-Disclosure to Protect Your Invention Many invention services are familiar with inventors. Patent Attorneys, patent agents and ingenuity service companies all adhere to confidentiality procedures. But developing the good habit of always asking if your invention security is good ...
Views: 2057 - HOW FLEXIBLE ARE YOU? - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Cari MurphyHow Flexible Are YOU? Stretching Our Spiritual Flexibility Muscles Life is absolutely filled with unexpected twists and turns that present us with challenges at each bend in the road. Our ability and our commitment to moving WITH the current while opening our hearts and minds to new ...
Views: 2056(3 votes) - Embrace the Season with Nature Journaling - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2010 from Mari L. McCarthyRefresh your Journaling Practice Few sights are more inspiring than rows of trees bursting into flame with the red and gold leaves of fall. Unless it's the fist pink blossoms of spring. No matter what the season, it's likely you'll encounter a few days that provide an ideal opportunity to ...
Views: 2055 - Shared Life, Shared Space, Shared Schedules - Tips for couples getting organized - by Submitted on May 11, 2011 from Mary DykstraDo you share space with a loved one and find it challenging at times because you have very different organizing or time management styles? I have a number of women and men who call asking for organizing help frustrated with their spouse/significant other's habits. When I enter the situation, ...
Views: 2055 - Delightful and Truly Delicious Strawberry Cake Recipe - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2011 from Angelica FlorinAny food item becomes tempting to eat if it comes with a great presentation. When you make the dish enticing to look at, it will also draw others to have a taste (and maybe even seconds). Thus, you must make sure that any recipe you prepare comes with a great visual appeal. This way, you can ...
Views: 2054(2 votes) - Pathways to Discover Your Life’s Purpose - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2010 from Melinda Neisser“We have been put on this earth to discover our own path, and we will never be happy if we live someone else’s idea of life.” ~James Van Praagh The GPS navigational system has revolutionized travel. Now, we can simply input our destination, sit back and let a voice activated system guide us ...
Views: 2053(3 votes) - The Easiest Way to Manifest Money Super Fast - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Jeanna GabelliniI could brainstorm at least 10 strategies you could implement in your business right now to double your profits. But you'd still have to shift your mindset, up your confidence level and have courage enough to take the inspired actions. Instead, I'm going to give you the easiest way I know to ...
Views: 2053(1 vote) - How to avoid garage door accidents? - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2012 from Steven EarnestAn accident involving a garage door is one of the worst problems that a homeowner can encounter in a household. It is also ironical that the home improvement tool like a garage door equipped with a garage door opener can later on cause you a headache. The most grave of all problems, is when it ...
Views: 2052 - What To Ask Your Ex Girlfriend - How To Ask Your Ex Girlfriend Out For A Second Chance - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2016 from Tiemo DonaldHaving to experience a relationship break up is never easy for any person. What to ask your ex girlfriend; When it comes to guys they can sometimes be a real jerk. How to ask your ex girlfriend out for a second chance; It may be they don't mean to be that way, but it can and does happen. A ...
Views: 2052 - Are You In Control Of Your Life? - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Cindy .HolbrookMost people wander through their entire life believing they are in the drivers seat … But are they really? Are you??? When you are driving your vehicle, you have your hands on the wheel, your eyes on the road, your foot on the gas (ready to brake if necessary) and most important of all ...
Views: 2051(2 votes) - THE NEED FOR SELF-DISCIPLINE - by Submitted on May 11, 2007 from Roy BurtonTHE NEED FOR SELF-DISCIPLINE It is a fact that many people dislike self-discipline, indeed to them it is something undesirable, even unnecessary. They mistakenly believe it to be a form of self-denial, some form of martyrdom almost, yet it is altogether a completely different thing. The ...
Views: 2051 - The Worrier’s Guidelines - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2013 from Tina TessinaThis exercise is especially effective when you can’t sleep or when you experience anxiety attacks. If you worry a lot, or obsessively think about future events and problems when you should be concentrating on other things, follow these simple steps: 1. Write it down. If you’re feeling anxious ...
Views: 2051(3 votes) - What E.W Whispered in My Ear For Your Benefit - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2011 from Hal WechslerWhat E.W. Whispered in My Ear For Your Benefit I was sitting in my freshman contracts law class when a drone from the administration office walked in the room. He whispered something to the instructor who pointed at me and wiggled his finger to follow the administrative assistant. My stomach ...
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