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- Are You Suffering From Female Sexual Dysfunction? - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2008 from Paul RodgersThe definition of the word Libido is one's psychic energy that is put towards making the person's development. The Libido is affected by both physical and emotional or psychological factors. The amount of libido varies from person to person; and even in the same person, libido is different from ...
Views: 673 - Smart Women Answer Their Call - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Joy ChudacoffNo, I’m not talking about your cell phone or the phone in your home or office. All the women in my Success Circles know that I don’t believe in picking up the phone every time it rings. I do believe in listening to my messages and returning calls and emails within a reasonable time period. I’m ...
Views: 597 - Work/life Balance Is A Myth….Or Is It? - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2008 from Doreen AmatelliHave you ever had a balance between your work and your life outside of work? I’ve heard many people use the term “work/life balance” over and over again as they struggle to find it. I have heard it most often used when a person wants to work less and spend more time with their family. Is ...
Views: 1376 - The Bright Side Of The Midlife Muffin Top - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2008 from Gregory Anne CoxDern, I wish I'd invented that term "muffin top." Alas some other smart woman got there first--kudos and thanks for the hysterical yet accurate descriptor. Just in case the subject of this article is not perfectly clear let me say it to you plain. A muffin top, outside of Dunkin' Donuts, can be ...
Views: 989 - Who Is The Businesswoman Of Today? - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2008 from Deborah Shane“Find a need and fill it”, Ruth Stafford Peale That quote really sums up and represents the powerful feminine Emotional Intelligence, Intuition and Instinct that women possess and should be leading with, in their business and personal roles. We are really starting to understand just ...
Views: 861 - Smart Women Rarely Hallucinate - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Joy ChudacoffAlbert Einstein said, “Vision without execution is merely hallucination.” The first time I read this, I thought it was so powerful and spot on. Since the beginning of the New Year I’ve been writing about taking risks, realizing your dreams and goals, and taking inspired action on your big idea. ...
Views: 652 - Life Balance: What Exactly Is It? - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2008 from Gail BarkerOne of the biggest challenges that many of my clients bring to their coaching sessions revolves around achieving life balance. This is not surprising when you consider that we live in a world where there is so much going on, so many choices to make, and a myriad of demands on our time. Given ...
Views: 1349 - Countdown - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2008 from margaret deadmonSitting on my sofa, alone, sleepy and hungry, I start my day. Checking my appointment book, I notice that today will be slow. I can be out of the salon by noon, in the tanning bed by 1:00 and have time for a manicure and pedicure which I so desperately want. Color of the day will be green. ...
Views: 618 - Peri Menopause - The Truth About Peri Menopause - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2008 from Dean CaporellaOkay, if you're between 35-45 and experiencing unusual symptoms in your life then don't assume you're going crazy. It could be peri menopause. What...you're too young to even be thinking of menopause? Think again...there's a myth out there which seems to suggest unless a woman is in her late ...
Views: 1277 - MidLife Women - Relationship Violence - Are you in an abusive relationship? - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2008 from Ellen BessoThis article was prompted by a conversation I had with a woman seeking coaching earlier this week. She feels ready to move ahead in her life. However something serious is holding her back. She feels there’s lots of positive happening in her life and also is aware of quite a bit of anguish ...
Views: 1030 - 5 Steps To A Bikini-Worthy Body - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2008 from Janice WeeHow can you look great in your bikini? You need a great figure, a toned body, a good bustline and tan skin which sounds near possible, or is it? You'd be surprised how much you can do with your natural assets. With hard work, discipline and a clear plan, you can look fabulous in your ...
Views: 1820 - Live Life To The Fullest Even With Binge Eating Disorder - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2012 from Kristin Gerstley"I don't want to get to the end of my life and find that I have just lived the length of it. I want to have lived the width of it as well." - Diane Ackerman I know this has happened to all of us at one time in our life or another. You are face-to-face with something that you’ve always ...
Views: 1567 - How To Decorate And Update Your Kitchen - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2008 from Melisa VerchWhat would be in YOUR dream home? I was reading an article this week about what Generation Y, Gener-ation X and Baby Boomers want in their dream home. For those born from 1978 to the present (Gen Y) a whirlpool bath and swimming pool topped the list. Gen X-ers (1965-1977) and Boomers ...
Views: 786 - MidLife Women - The Robots In Our Lives - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2008 from Ellen BessoDid you know that when we’re old our kids, doctors, pharmacist, grocery delivery guy, etc., etc. may be able to watch us in our home? It’s true, with the robots that are being tested now, amazing things can happen by the time we’re old. Not only will the robots be able to ...
Views: 1484 - Girl Tattoos - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2008 from john tahanAre more and more associated with fashion and now appears on all body parts. Tattoos are now considered very sexy, feminine, sensual and provocative. It is no longer just for male but women of all walks of life embrace it more and more, especially the artists and actresses. Pin up girl tattoos, ...
Views: 1420 - Alternative Means To Deal With Menopausal Hot Flashes - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinA woman's body undergoes a lot of changes before, during and after menopause. But for those who have to undergo menopause prematurely because of surgery, chemotherapy and other medications, the symptoms of this change can be more severe and long lasting. In fact, studies show that women who had ...
Views: 682 - How Breast Enhancement Surgery Can Threaten Your Life - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinThanks to Baywatch, a show where women with size DD breasts have strutted their wares on the beach, the eyes of a lot of women were opened to the idea that breast implants are gorgeous to have. Along with the success of the TV show came the increase in the number of women who had their breasts ...
Views: 745 - How to Stop Binge Eating With Thoughts Of Victory - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2012 from Kristin GerstleyAll people that suffer from binge eating disorder know about that little negative voice that plays inside of your head. It’s the one that urges you to binge eat and makes you feel bad about yourself. It’s the voice that tells you that you aren’t good enough to stop binge eating, that you will ...
Views: 2335 - Five Health Complications That Can Arise After Menopause - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinAt mere mention of the word menopause, women often feel a chill down their spines because they know that when the Big Change comes, which is another term for this stage in a woman's life, there will be a lot of changes in the body along with annoying symptoms. A lot of women actually fear the ...
Views: 618 - PMS And You - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2008 from Gary DickinsonPMS Types Most women experience some form of PMT in our modern world. It is due, I think, to busy schedules, poor diet, stress and lack of quality individual self-care time. Cyclic behavior is simply not acknowledged in this male dominated world so it can be difficult to give yourself the rest ...
Views: 1006 - Don’t Wait To Stop Binge Eating - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2012 from Kristin GerstleyThroughout life, we can be easily motivated to do something when it is fun and exciting. When other tasks seem to be more fearful, we aren’t so motivated to jump on it. Instead, we take our time and look to the other things that need to be taken care of immediately. In other words, we ...
Views: 2207 - Beware Of The Complications That Can Arise From Breast Augmentation Surgery - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinMany people say that once you have tried one cosmetic procedure, you will likely go back for more. In the news, you will find several women who just can't get enough of body improvements and surgeries to the point that they become unrecognizable. Just recently, one Texan housewife, who is ...
Views: 891 - 6 Ways to Gain Control and Stop Binge Eating - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2012 from Kristin GerstleyAfter you realize that you have binge eating disorder, it’s important to figure out the root of why you binge. The root is the reason you turn to bingeing; it’s why you do what you do. This is one of the first steps you need to figure out as you try to move into binge eating ...
Views: 1756 - Willing Women Do Sister Act - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2008 from Suzanne EarlyA single sister act of kindness, reaching out to sisters, mothers, daughters and friends. In my case, my friend was sick with breast cancer. What do you do to support? Do you whip up your favourite chicken casserole recipe, or is the no bake cookies recipe more your thing? I can relate to ...
Views: 942 - 8 Tips on How Binge Eaters Can Improve Their Self-Love - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2012 from Kristin GerstleyBinge eating disorder successfully removes any and all of the love that you have for yourself. It makes you feel awful about the person you have become and keeps you feeling down in the dumps quite often. In order to overcome binge eating disorder, it's important that you start rebuilding a ...
Views: 1911 - Home Decor Using Tassels - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2008 from Melisa VerchWhen it comes to decor in your home, what kind of shopper are you? I am a bargain shopper and I love my treasure-trove of great buys which I've gathered through the years. Whenever I find a good deal on one of my favorite items, I snap it up and store it. I have collected plates for all ...
Views: 1452 - Body Image - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2008 from Carol GuyI would like to talk to you about Body Images. We all have this wonderful image set in your minds of how we want to look and how we see ourselves being. A few years back, in 1998 I ran across a magazine that talked about the Body For Life Challenge. I knew right then I was going to do it and ...
Views: 1247 - Near Death From Wanting A Baby Gave Me The Incentive For Success! - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2008 from Soozi RowbothamFour years ago I was diagnosed with a life threatening illness. I was desperate to have a baby and after a long time of trying and using various other methods, we took the route of IVF. The process is not an easy one but with its’ superb track record, it seemed like the most logical option. I ...
Views: 556 - How To Stop Binge Eating With Challenges, Part 2 - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2012 from Kristin Gerstley6. Challenge yourself to bite off more than you can chew, while learning how to spit. Decide that you will stop your struggle with binge eating disorder. Instead of expecting to change overnight, remind yourself that it will take time, effort, and patience. The goal of overcoming binge ...
Views: 1599 - ***Hiding From Myself - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2008 from Jacquie HaleI’ve been on an amazing self-exploration for the past few weeks, and in the midst of metamorphosis, it was hard to know what to write. I’ll start with the present and then flash back to last fall. Currently I am 22 pounds lighter than I was just a few weeks ago. All of my clothes ...
Views: 1380 - ***Weight Loss: WIll Power Not Needed - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2008 from Jacquie HaleMy mental cravings subsided the very day after I wrote that article about Will Power. I started a new program and thoughts of food obsessed me until my body realized that I was giving it the nutrients it needed. Real hunger and my brain chemistry settled down to support me. Then all I had to do ...
Views: 1214 - ***Weight Loss: Will Power - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2008 from Jacquie HaleHere I am face-to-face or better yet, cheek-to-jowl, with my own will power. Guess what the topic is? You guessed it—a diet. Call it nutrition if you want it to sound healthy. The program I’m on calls it cleansing, which in fact it is. Whatever you call it, I call it challenging. ...
Views: 1344 - ***What's Next? - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2008 from Jacquie HaleThis morning I asked myself again, “Now, what do I want to do with my life?” It seems I ask myself this question fairly often. Wouldn’t you think I’d already know what I want to do with my life? After all, I’ve recently gotten my Medicare card! However, when I ...
Views: 1209 - An Interview With An Emotional Eater - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2012 from Talia ManaJennifer is a lifelong emotional eater who has tried just about everything to stop the munchies. She's been to Overeaters' Anonymous, Jenny Craig, Weight Watchers and counsellors to try and help her beat her food cravings. She has even tried fasting for long periods to attempt to break the hold ...
Views: 1240 - Stress And Fibromyalgia - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2009 from Lisa RobertsonStress and Fibromyalgia go hand and hand. Especially with the rise on struggling families. Something I know first hand. My family struggles with day to day mishaps as much as the next family and in this learning stage I have found a few things to help reduce stress in my life....without costing ...
Views: 715 - Fibromyalgia and Co-conditions - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2009 from Lisa RobertsonLearning to cope with Fibromyalgia is a tough task in itself. I have learned that having co-conditions to Fibromyalgia is even harder. Over the years I have developed several co-conditions to Fibromyalgia which have hindered not just my own life but the lives of my family and all who are around ...
Views: 677 - Fibromyalgia- Dealing With Muscle Spasms - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2009 from Lisa RobertsonThe terrible thought of getting muscle spasms haunts most of us with Fibromyalgia and Diabetes everyday! We dread the simple thought of cold weather, or our shoes being too small or pointy toed. Though recently I have learned that a lack of potassium can create muscle spasms! This I found ...
Views: 941 - How Women Can Effectively Exercise Their Political Voice - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Planned TV ArtsSenior women in our society have now become a potent political and economic force. The most obvious reason for this development is the rapidly increasing numbers of mature women in our society. Women are healthier now in their later years than they have ever been. They are more vigorous. For ...
Views: 832 - Irritable Bowel Syndrome Relief - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2008 from Melissa RothJackie characterized her Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) symptoms as a panic attack of the bowels. Sudden, explosive episodes of diarrhea had her confined to her house. She had tuned over the grocery shopping to her husband and had not been on an outing with her family in three years. Since ...
Views: 1611 - Menopause Relief - 2 Easy Steps - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2008 from Cynthia PerkinsThere are two very easy steps that a woman can take to find a great deal of Menopause relief that doesn't involve risky hormone replacement or other prescription drugs. 1. Diet The first line of defense is making changes in the diet. There's never been a time that your body needs healthy ...
Views: 1430 - Are Menopausal Woes Universal Among All Women? - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinAt mere mention of menopause, American women usually feel fear and anxiety creeping up their spine. Women view menopause as something as scary as a ghost that slowly and gingerly crawls up at the back to startle and surprise them. And they are right, menopause is a phenomenon that should be ...
Views: 858 - Slender Toned Arms - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2008 from Victoria JohnsonI love training my arms. Whenever I am having a fat day, I like to put on some comfortable slacks and then immediately do some arm toning exercises. It makes me feel sleek and firm. I train them with multiple different exercises. I keep the exercises close together and I use short rest periods, ...
Views: 1265 - Put An End To Bladder Infections - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2008 from Paul RodgersUrinary tract infections are a serious health problem affecting millions of people each year. Urinary tract infections are more common in girls, because the short, straight trip up to the bladder is easier for bacteria to traverse. Although they cause discomfort, urinary tract infections are ...
Views: 565 - The Importance Of Social Networking For Women In Midlife - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2008 from Jacqueline Wales7 STEPS TO MOVE FROM YOUR DESK TO CONNECTION Women have always been great socializers. It is in the blood. We connect easily with other people, and with women in general, but something happens when we get to midlife. We get tied up in work, in family, and often, in the care of our elderly ...
Views: 2207 - Getting Well: Is Your Health Foundation In Place? - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2008 from Cindy KirchhoffHave you bought the latest book, program or pill trying to find a way to feel healthier? Problem is, if that's the isolated event, it’s not enough help. You may not spend a lot, but you usually don’t gain what you need either. You’ve wasted just a little money, sure, but what’s worse is that you ...
Views: 789 - Stay At Home Moms - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2008 from John DeGrawStay at home moms are finding great success building their own businesses from home. Moms are doing a great service to their children, husbands and themselves. Stay at home moms are becoming financially savvy. Stay-at-home moms are coming back in style. Staying home means…More time with ...
Views: 1023 - A Woman's Worth - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2008 from Gaye AbbottA woman’s worth. I wonder what you are thinking and feeling when you read that phrase? Growing up as girls we get 1,000’s of messages from the outside – other people, situations, school, friends, and then later on lovers, boyfriends, bosses, etc. You get the picture. We are taught that our ...
Views: 1116 - How To Ease Symptoms Of Premenstrual Syndrome - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinThere are a lot of things to be thankful about being a woman. However, having monthly bouts with Premenstrual Syndrome, more commonly known as PMS, is not something to be happy and thankful for. Depression, headaches, food cravings, constipation, water retention, cramping, backache, breast ...
Views: 579 - Dealing With Weight Gain During Menopause - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Janet MartinAside from the myriad of symptoms that happen during menopause, weight gain is something that a lot of women are not happy about. Although hot flashes, night sweating, mood swings and a little bout with depression every now and then are really annoying, many women are more concerned about ...
Views: 781 - My First Mamography - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2008 from Bridget TurnbachIt’s cold and gray outside, typical February morning. My appointment is not till 2:30. The waiting is making me anxious! In the shower I frantically start doing a self-breast exam and begin to worry if everything is normal; was that lump there last month? I’m dressed; it’s 12:30 p.m. I run ...
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