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- Achieving Balance in Life - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2015 from Ken KeisBalance: a state of equilibrium, steadiness of the body or emotions Living a balanced life can be challenging but, many times, our thinking―not events themselves―can cause a perceived imbalance. Some authors have you separate your life into work and personal life, plus many other ...
Views: 1052(2 votes) - Better Your Time Management with Time Blocking - by Submitted on May 10, 2011 from Barby IngleWhen you are in chronic pain or chronically ill, you can manage better if you are organized and goal oriented. I like to practice something I learned called Time Blocking. We typically practice this in project management without knowing that there is a name for it. We have to get things done ...
Views: 1553(2 votes) - Buffet Time Management - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2010 from Bradley FosterYou can usually spot a highly creative person because they are usually starting too many projects at once or often paralysed. Time management frequently bedevils creative types. Whether it’s keeping focused on projects or just getting the stuff of life done, a bubbling cauldron of chaos is ...
Views: 1644(2 votes) - Changes to come - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2010 from Carmen GuerraFor the past several years when anyone would ask me to tell them a little about myself I would always being by telling them how I am a mother of 2…..I am very proud of being a mother. While my children have not discovered the cure for any disease or end world hunger to me they are the reason ...
Views: 1311(2 votes) - Do You Have What it Takes to Succeed? - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2012 from Drifa UlfarsdottirWe all want to have what it takes to succeed. But actually having what it takes to succeed is often much more involved than we know. When we do not or are not willing to look at ourselves objectively we often overestimate how far we are willing to go to reach our dreams. By not looking at our ...
Views: 1143(2 votes) - Eliminate the Word “Mistake” from your Vocabulary - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2011 from Anthony CalabreseWould you live your life differently if you believed that no matter what choice you made it would not be considered a mistake? For individuals living at higher levels of energy and consciousness in their life, that is exactly how they go through their day to day existence. In the mindset of ...
Views: 793(2 votes) - I am Just a Human Being - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2012 from Charlie MooreI am Just a Human Being I have been thinking about this a lot over the past year and I am wondering if anyone else feels this way. Are you tired of always being put into certain categories? For example, I am a 62 year old, so the government will categorized me into a Senior Citizen, a ...
Views: 1561(2 votes) - Is The Fatigue and Anxiety Epidemic Undermining Your Well-being? - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2010 from Pat HeydlauffAcute and chronic are often used to describe fatigue and anxiety. Most people however describe them as being overworked, overly tired and worried – worried about everything from the economy and losing their job to higher taxes and how they are going to meet their family’s needs. Many are ...
Views: 1136(2 votes) - It’s Time for that New Season in Your Life - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2011 from Anthony CalabreseI have always loved the game of baseball. Whether it was playing the game as a youngster, to watching it on television or getting caught up into the players and their statistics, the game has always had a hold on me. Even now in my midlife years, it is still a big thrill to go to the ballpark ...
Views: 828(2 votes) - My take on The Law of Attraction - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2010 from Carol PageThe Law of Attraction By Carol Page – Personal Life Coach In the world of self-development, The Law of Attraction or The Secret as it is often called is causing huge waves. This is in part because, if it delivers on ...
Views: 1625(4 votes) - Save Time and Automate Your Web Searches with Google Alerts - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Phil MonteroIf you’re like me you probably spend a good deal of time on the web searching for information. It might be industry news, mentions of yourself or business in the press, news stories for your blog or newsletter, or how to get ink stains out of your rug. Let’s face it the web, for most people, ...
Views: 1489(2 votes) - Set Yourself Free from Restrictions - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Karen KleinwortRestrictions may be held deeper than you realize….. Working with my clients over the last few years, I've come to realize that most individuals say what they think they believe and know but ultimately don't embody the belief. Here’s an example. John hurt himself while doing yard work ...
Views: 1357(2 votes) - Simple Truths - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Susan McNeal Velasquezis it possible to keep our equilibrium when the world seems to be spinning out of control? Negative news abounds. The airwaves are crowded with messages of turmoil, despair and mental, emotional and spiritual chaos. A typical day is filled with more interactions with inanimate objects than ...
Views: 1671(2 votes) - The Power of a Nap - by Submitted on May 13, 2011 from Barby IngleA child’s life is full of stressful situations that they have to learn to overcome. Maybe children that take naps have it right. Children get snappy and distressed when they need a break and need to zone out form the stress of life. As chronic pain patients, we could follow their example and ...
Views: 1379(2 votes) - Your Guide to Social Media – Disconnect to Connect - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2012 from Pat HeydlauffAccording to several research studies done in 2011 and 2012, 39 percent of Americans spend more time on Facebook than in face-to-face relationships and 10.5 billion minutes per day are spent globally on Facebook alone. The warp speed shift in social relationships and how we interact is due ...
Views: 2761(2 votes) - Peter Fogel's "Work/Life Balance is Just Good Business!" - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2010 from Peter FogelIt would be nice to think that the companies on the leading edge of work/life balance programs are simply being good citizens and doing the right thing! But, the fact is that these programs make good business sense. In addition to increased productivity and employee satisfaction, companies ...
Views: 1586(5 votes) - Slowing Down, an excerpt from "Being Here, Modern Day Tales of Enlightenment" - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2014 from Ariel and Shya KaneIt was a cold sunny day in New Jersey and the first thin layers of ice were forming on our pond. We were scheduled to go to Pilates that day, our private exercise class with a trainer, but we liked doing some cardio workout first. Usually, weather permitting, we would take a walk through town ...
Views: 2267(13 votes) - ***Values, Life Purpose, and New Year's Resolutions - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2009 from Kamila HarkavySoon people will be writing out their New Year's Resolutions for 2009 or at least thinking about the New Year. People will be thinking of what they want, what they want to be different and better, and what they think they could do differently to better bring about the life or circumstances they ...
Views: 2276(3 votes) - 101 Ways to Say YES! to Life - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2009 from Tracy PhaupIt's so easy to get caught up in the busyness of life and forget to live it to the fullest. Here are 101 Ways To Say YES! To Life. Modify them to fit your budget and safety needs (say YES! to life by being smart about your safety, too!), use them to spark your own ideas, ...
Views: 1857(6 votes) - Balancing More Than Just Our Checkbooks - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Karen KleinwortThe balancing act we all strive for can so easily be put out to pasture with a flick of a pen, the sneeze of a child, or when the heavens open up with some much needed rain. How are we supposed to live in the present when the present we face continuously changes? One of the hardest transitions a ...
Views: 1218(3 votes) - Embracing No - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2009 from Paulette StoutWebster’s Dictionary defines the word NO as “nay, not so, the opposite of YES, used to deny, refuse, or disagree.” With a definition like that, it is not surprising that many people in today’s society have difficulty thinking the word NO, much less saying it. However, NO can be a powerful ...
Views: 777(3 votes) - Finding Your Life's Work! - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2010 from Behnam BakhshandehFinding your life’s work! What am I all about? Throughout our lives we are all looking for what line of work will make us happy? Throughout my coaching career during the past 16 years, I’ve seen and heard from so many people who are lost and confused in finding the response to the ...
Views: 2685(3 votes) - How To Create Balance In Life! - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2010 from Behnam BakhshandehHow To Create Balance in Life! there Is Room For Fun Too... How can we find time in these busy, fast paced and overwhelming life and work experiences to find balance in our life? Before that, we have to find out what we mean by balance. Because sometimes balance is a different experience ...
Views: 1981(3 votes) - Motivational Self Improvement and Personal Growth For Everyone - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2010 from David PaulsonSelf improvement isn't simply eating healthier, starting an exercise program, or starting a budget. Self Improvement is about being truthful and up-front with yourself. Self improvement will start opening doors for you in your life as you become more confident and pleased with yourself as you ...
Views: 1107(3 votes) - Personal Transformation in Three Easy Steps by Kristin Mackey - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Kristin MackeyPersonal Transformation in 3 Easy Steps By Kristin Mackey When you decide to make changes, pulling yourself together is an essential step in personal transformation. When you think and feel in a new way, you begin to behave in a new way. These new behaviors aligned with your vision ...
Views: 2132(3 votes) - Staying Cool in the Face of Loss - Not Just Said But Done - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Hyacinth Gooden-BaileyI would like to give 5 coooool tips for staying calm, positive and even going beyond that. 2009 seems to be the year in which the whole world and not just some parts of it will learn the lesson of LOSS ( from their own experience or observing the experience of others). Loss is a part of change. ...
Views: 1335(3 votes) - Please Say: "Please" & "Thank You" - Thank You! - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2010 from Father TimeHave you ever noticed how some "adults" do not say "Please" and "Thank You?" Isn't it amazing that when all of us were children, we were taught to say "Please," and usually we were asked by an adult, at that time, "What's the magic word?" We were also taught to always say "Thank You," yet ...
Views: 7308(9 votes) - Stop Criticizing Yourself - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Jill Ammon-WexlerPioneer Brain/Mind Researcher © 2010 All Rights Reserved Has someone has ever caused you emotional pain you with careless, mean or sarcastic remarks? What follows are some practical ideas to avoid that sort of pain in the future – and to also make sure that “someone” is not your own ...
Views: 2804(5 votes) - What? That Time of Year Again! - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2009 from Thea WestraRemember, that this is only a short segment of each year and much of it is "driven" by media advertising hype or our wanting to keep up "appearances". Keep it in perspective. Mentally sketch a clear portrait of what a "great" festive season would look like for you. Once you are crystal clear ...
Views: 1581(5 votes) - Feeling Overwhelmed? Simple Solutions for Busy People - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2012 from Talia ManaThere’s no rule that says you have to be a superhero. So much has been written about amazing individuals that achieve the impossible – they juggle full-time jobs, study, run a business, raise children, run a household, coach the national cricket team and write a novel in their spare time. Anyone ...
Views: 19388(7 votes) - 5 Life Teachings you can learn from Lord Ganesha - by Submitted on May 15, 2020 from vivek choudharyBrass Ganesha idol, the Elephant deity, is not only the Lord of early stages and remover of problems but also an educator if you disburse secure concentration to the tales of Hindu legends. Also recognized as Ekdant, his stories shape an essential part of Hindu mythology and converse immense ...
Views: 679(1 vote) - 6 Ways to Be Productive on the Weekends - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2013 from Carly WrightIt's easy to let your weekends slip on by without accomplishing a single task. Sure, laying out by the pool all day or watching movie marathons are both appealing options. However, think about how you'll feel on Sunday night when not one chore was completed. Procrastination is a problem for ...
Views: 1502(2 votes) - The Symptoms and Impact of Lack of Work Life Balance - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2010 from Sonia GallagherDo you get up from bed each morning with dread and anxiety about what faces you at work? • Do you feel like you have to make “through” each day? • Are you completely exhausted by the time you get home each night? • Do you see life as a merry go round over which you have no control? ...
Views: 19155(2 votes) - Why Is It So Hard to Get Organized? - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2009 from A.J. MillerGetting organized is one of the most popular New Year's resolutions made by people every year. But what does it actually mean to get or be "organized"? Here's my definition: Being organized is about being able to get everything done when it is due and finding everything you need when you need ...
Views: 3917(1 vote) - "Don't listen to your boss, listen to that voice inside your head" - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from SCOTT LIFER“Don’t listen to your boss, listen to that voice inside your head” When we hit that all annoying alarm clock, suck down a few cups of caffeinated coffee, put some sugared cereal into our kids bowls and take that early morning shower, where is our mindset really? Most likely it’s not on today ...
Views: 1810(2 votes) - ***The Secret to Creating A Successful Business That Allows You To Live And Love Richly™ - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Leslie CunninghamAs a young girl growing up I loved throwing parties for my friends and family. These gatherings cost very little – all that was required was a little time and creativity. I remember hosting a tea party with my two best girlfriends when we were 15 in Southwest Missouri. We went to ...
Views: 2720(2 votes) - 1,440 Minutes - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2011 from Thomas GargiulaWe all get 24 Hours in a day. So, how come some people get way more accomplished than others in the same amount of time? I am not referring to busy work, chores and things that are senseless. I am speaking about very valuable accomplishments that have a huge impact upon our world. I am also not ...
Views: 1001(1 vote) - 10 Things You Need To Do When You Work From Home - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2010 from Shirley PriceWorking from home isn’t for everyone, but once tried some people wouldn’t have it any other way, and others are forced by circumstances. If you have experienced working from home, unless you are really disciplined and have set yourself a daily schedule you will know that it is very easy to get ...
Views: 1356(1 vote) - 3 Ways to Positively Grow Your Business with Gratitude - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2013 from Joey FaucetteYou’re increasing your sales. Your team is more productive. You get out of the office earlier to do what you love with those you love… …and yet there’s something missing. You struggle to keep all the business plates spinning simultaneously. It’s exhausting to be you some days. Your family and ...
Views: 1258(1 vote) - 4 Simple Ways to Stop Food Cravings - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2010 from Christine EstersCookies, cakes, and sugar, oh my! Those sweet tasting foods taste oh so good; they have you on a natural high. But, you’re feeling of euphoria is not the only thing that is high, so is your blood sugar. When you feed into your cravings and indulge into those decadent sweets, your blood sugar ...
Views: 2009(2 votes) - 5 Resolutions for Young Professionals Seeking Success in 2013 - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2013 from RavenDelana RobinsonThis post comes with a warning. NEVER make resolutions or set goals that you don’t intend on committing yourself to. It’s challenging enough to hold true to your authentically set goals with the hurdles that life throws at us. Adding Fake Commitment, only cements your fate. So commit fully ...
Views: 862(1 vote) - Achieve Work-Life balance in 30 days or less with 3 simple steps - guaranteed! - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2010 from Dan Pickens"When it comes to work-life balance, you have your work and you have your life but the trick is to find happiness while balancing both." Dr. Villaire The key to being successful at that balance is not in having more free time. The key is to spend the time you have in what matters the ...
Views: 2298(1 vote) - Almunecar for your Villas in Spain - by Submitted on May 15, 2011 from Porsche KlingerVILLAS IN SPAIN TO RENT in Almunecar, the tourist capital of the Costa Tropical and an important part of the Spanish Mediterranean coast. Almunecar is a beautiful holiday town with the Andalucian Mountains of the Sierra Nevada in the background and excellent sandy beaches which distinguishes it ...
Views: 1142(1 vote) - Amazon’s Success: What Jeff Bezos has to Say? - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2019 from Tanya SharmaNo one’s been unaware of how Amazon excels over other e-commerce businesses. So what makes it top the list? With Amazon you can find everything and the same gets delivered to your doorstep quickly. This is built in the company’s DNA. For Jeff Bezoz, it is all about efficiency. As a ...
Views: 639(1 vote) - Are You A Workaholic? Then Bad News For You - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraHow long have you gone out of your working environment? And when was your last vacation? Aside from the money you earned from your hard work and efforts, what did you get out of it? Well, I am afraid that you would be alarmed after reading through the succeeding paragraphs and suddenly take some ...
Views: 959(2 votes) - Are you at Risk of Career Burnout? - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2010 from Sonia GallagherAre you at Risk of Career Burnout? Career burnout or job burnout syndrome is a state of physical, emotional and mental exhaustion caused by long-term exposure to demanding, stressful, and pressure filled work situations. Burnout is the cumulative result of persistent stress at work. What ...
Views: 2613(4 votes) - Are You Living Your Career Dreams? - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2009 from Charlene RashkowInherent within the human spirit is the desire for fulfillment, a longing to carry out our creative aspirations by reaching new heights of accomplishment. Yet, often the yearning can be suppressed by fear. Perhaps we aren’t feeling good enough, smart enough or able enough to pursue and fulfill ...
Views: 1355(1 vote) - ARE YOU REALLY AWARE HOW YOU USE YOUR TIME ? - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2013 from Pierre Ah-FatBy Pierre AH-FAT Have you noticed how often urgent assignments, documents to sign or tasks to complete come to you at the last minute as most urgent matters? The way these are presented to us appear to be so imperative that it would seem the world would stop if they are not implemented ...
Views: 1961(1 vote) - Attract Money Into Your Life! - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsA recent New York Times article wrote that psychics and astrologers are seeing a boom in their business as people flock to them to answer questions about their finances. But, there is a better way to attract money and it begins in your home and office. There are definite steps to take to ...
Views: 1511(1 vote) - Balance - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2010 from Jean AdrienneThe Universe wants everything to be always in balance, and it strives to ensure that this is the case. Homeostasis is the property of a system that regulates its internal environment and tends to maintain a stable, constant condition. Our bodies operate in this way, as a microcosm of universal ...
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