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Get Out Of The Stone Age: Give Leadership Talks

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Patience: A Better Way

I believe it! We receive the lessons we need to learn . . . and we keep receiving /em until we get it at least half-way right. At least, it seemed this way to me recently, when a trip from North Carolina to Oregon took a total of 50+ hours travel time, there and back. The smart aleck mantra, “Got time to spare? Go by air!” was in my mind as everything that COULD go wrong DID . . . equipment . . .

The Importance of Laughter and Tears

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Self Improvement and Financial Security for the Future

Any successful person, or any anyone interested in self improvement and making a better life for themselves must be prepared to take responsibility for every aspect of their lives and their future. To many people, financial planning may well be one of the most uninspiring of all subjects. However, it’s a fact of life that it’s one thing we must address to ensure a secure future for ourselves a. . .

Dealing with Problems, Finding Solutions and Self Improvement

Problems, obstacles, disappointments, or whatever we like to call them, are a fact of life. Things simply do not always happen the way we want them to, or go according to plan. Everyone has to face and deal with problems throughout their lives. Being able to handle problems more effectively will make a great difference to our lives. Many people become so tied up thinking and worrying about the. . .

Self Improvement and the Power of ‘Why’

The first step to self Improvement and achieving any goal is to decide exactly what we want. If we are not totally clear about what we actually want it is impossible to make plans and take action to achieve it. It is also vital to know why we want whatever it is we want, because it’s our ‘why’s’ that determine the strength of our desire, and our ultimate success in achieving our goals. For ex. . .

Using Your Intuition to Help Self Improvement

Following our instincts and using our intuition can be one of the most valuable of tools for self improvement and success. Everyone has hunches, ideas, insights or flashes of inspiration that we can’t explain and have no idea where they come from. We may be stuck or bogged down with something that we just can’t work out how to deal with. We may have weighed up all the facts and still don’t know. . .

Self Improvement and Prioritising

The ability to be able to set priorities and deal with our most important tasks first is and essential skills for self improvement and achieving results. We are all busy and there are many demands on our time and it is very easy to be distracted by other people and events. We may feel we have so many things to do that we don’t know even where to start. Usually the best place to start is to mak. . .

Self Improvement and Overcoming Frustration

We all suffer from frustration, and being able to effectively deal with frustration is very important for self improvement. It can be a decisive factor between success and failure. Frustration can have highly damaging impact on our frame of mind. It can turn a positive person into a negative person. It can inhibit our progress and, in the most extreme cases can completely immobilise us. We can. . .

Why High Self Esteem and Self Improvement are Inseparable

Self Esteem is how we feel about ourselves, how much we like and respect ourselves. It has been said that if we don’t like ourselves it is impossible to really like, much less to love, anyone else. Liking and respecting ourselves is very different from vanity or narcissism, which at their most extreme, can become total self-absorption, selfishness and the inability to consider anyone else’s . . .

What Do You Prize Most in Mid-life?

The big question: What’s really important?r r The message I deliver most to mid-life professionals is that a key ingredient of happiness is finding vocational passion. It’s finding the perfect alignment of interests and abilities that make going to work seem like it isn’t work at all.r r People who find the magic balance tend to be healthier and more energetic. In turn, they find more satisfa. . .

What makes a champion?

Imagine for a moment that you are a champion. You are the best in your town . No, you are the best in your country. How does that make you feel? Good yeah? You are a champion. What are you the champion of? What is your major strength? Are you a good leader? A good strategist. A great tactician. A team builder perhaps. A great listener. Perhaps you have the ability to develop and grow the skills. . .

Marketing Lessons From a Woman's Magazine

Marketing Lessons From a Woman's Magaziner By David Leonhardt It's amazing what you can learn about marketing if you can just find the time to spend in a dentist's waiting room. I was reading a certain woman's magazine, which will remain nameless because of my allergy to lawsuits. The magazine obviously has figured out what sells well, given that it operates on a consistent formula. For in. . .

There Should Be More to your SEO Consultant Than Rankings

There Should Be More to your SEO Consultant Than Rankings r By David Leonhardt, SEO Consultant Perhaps one of the biggest misconceptions in SEO is that ranking at Google and Yahoo is all that counts in search engine optimization. Potential clients come to me with a single goal: "Get me a top-ten ranking at Google." Some will also mention MSN, and a few will rhyme off a list of search engine. . .

Why web hosts and ISPs need web site monitoring

Why web hosts and ISPs need web site monitoringr By David Leonhardt If you have spent much time earning a living on the Internet, few things will surprise you. However, I am always amazed with how many companies and individuals make astounding claims without backing them up. Web hosts and ISPs make such claims all the time: 99% uptime. Some web hosts post on their site live results of their. . .

Recruiters: The Challenges of Executive Head Hunters

Recruiters: The Challenges of Executive Head Huntersr (and how the Internet is solving them)r By David Leonhardt Once upon a time, head hunters were no more than common cannibals. Some people still view them that way, but executive recruiters are a vital link in a chain that keeps major enterprises functioning well. The top positions at any organization dictate the fortunes of the company, t. . .

The ‘Leader's Fallacy' May Prove Howard Dean's Undoing.

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The Kabbalah of Love: Part One

(This is the first article in a new series on the Kabbalah of Love – stay tuned for upcoming articles!) Intimate Love. What feelings do these words stir up in you? Longing? Excitement? Pleasure? Fear? Whatever the feeling, if thinking about intimate love makes your heart beat faster, I’m not surprised. This feeling is more powerful than almost any we can experience. That’s because it’s nothin. . .

Food, Anxiety and Depression

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4 Amazing Tips To Successfully Persuade Anyone

Having excellent persuasion skills is one of the most important abilities to possess in today's fast-paced world. We need the support and cooperation of other people to help us in reaching our goals. The saying "No man is an island" is an undeniable truth. Here are some hot tips to effectively influence and persuade anyone you desire. 1) Enter their world. You must understand the situat. . .

The Three Factors Of Leadership Motivation

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A Lasting Leadership Lesson: How One Leadership Talk By George Washington Saved The Revolution

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Einstein, The Universe, And Leadership

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Dump Your Speeches For Leadership Talks

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Addiction to Spirituality

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A Lot of Excellence for a Little Price

Summary: We achieve excellence when we habitually do a little more than required. Do you want to be excellent? This seems like a daunting task, but it really isn’t. We admire one who is excellent. We imagine that he or she must be gifted with an “excellence gene” that somehow places this individual in a more rarified atmosphere than mere mortals. With the possible exception of history’s great g. . .

And Now for Something Completely Different

Summary: Force yourself to laugh and you will soon be laughing. Have you ever seen Monty Python’s “And Now for Something Completely Different?” This collection of their most memorable skits includes one about the world’s funniest joke. We are looking over a disheveled man’s shoulder. He is hunched over a desk scribbling on a piece of paper. On the floor of his ill-kept bedroom are piles of cr. . .

Adjust the Thermostat of the Mind

Summary: Our first impressions about money, work, and relationships are lasting unless we choose to change them with new information. First impressions are lasting ones. If those first impressions aren’t good ones, modify them with new information or live with the consequences. The first impression we get of just about anything looms large in our psyches. This first impression, for good or ill. . .

Adjust Your Internal Thermostat

Summary: Our first impressions about money, work, and relationships are lasting unless we choose to change them with new information. First impressions really do make an impression. They impress the mind with thoughts and feelings that last even if they were formed in error. Fortunately, if first impressions weren’t good ones, we can modify them with new information. For good or ill, our first . . .

Alexander the Human

Summary: Balance strengths by working on weaknesses. If you don’t, the strengths will be your downfall. Here’s a lesson from Alexander the Great: Balance strengths or they will be your downfall. I realized this from a History Channel documentary about Alexander the Great. Many scholars rate him as history’s greatest military commander. He was a brilliant strategist. Military historians stil. . .

Do you have the courage?

Do you have the courage to do what you believe in? Do you have the courage to complete the task even though the whole world thinks you are crazy? Do you have the courage to continue with your dreams when they appear to be impossible dreams? Or do you just cave in and find good excuses as to why they were impossible? The question is: Do you have the courage to follow your heart? It seems to us t. . .

Spiritual Journaling

By Catherine Franz Whether you keep a separate spiritual journal or just want to add your spiritual postings in your regular journal, you will want to read this. Personal journaling supports our development and growth. But spiritual journaling goes deeper. Spiritual writing is a reflection of our soul. Like personal journaling it too is a tool for self-discovery, aids concentration, is a safe. . .

Making People Smile

Hi Internet, I just wanted to share a smile with you today. :) I just got done reading chapter 14 of an awesome book called "Today is Your Day to Win" by Mike Brescia. In the beginning of the chapter Mike asks you to ask yourself, (Who Can I Make Smile Right Now)? At the end of this article, I will tell you how you can get a Free copy of this awesome book. Have you ever thought about the benefi. . .

Addiction to Complaining

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Self Improvement and the Importance of Flexibility

People who want to achieve success in their lives and are committed to Self Improvement know the value of setting goals and making workable plans for their realisation. These are essential steps to success. If you need any guidance with goal setting techniques or planning, there are many invaluable tools available from Self Improvement Experts that can really help. Perseverance and determinatio. . .

Discipline is Essential for Self Improvement

Most of us are regularly exposed to information offering get rich quick schemes and ways to make our fortune for little or even no effort. This is probably even more the case for students of Self Improvement than for most other people. There may even be some people who have become rich as a result of such offers! However, if you study the lives of successful and wealthy people you will be un. . .

Why Questions are so Important for Self Improvement and Success

Asking questions is one of the most basic ways that we all learn and grow. The questions we ask other people, and even more importantly, the questions we ask ourselves, can have a dramatic impact on our self improvement, success and happiness. There are times when we find ourselves in difficult or uncomfortable situations, or even in a position where we feel completely overwhelmed. It can be ve. . .

The Importance of Listening Skills for Self Improvement

Effective listening is almost certainly the most important communication skill, and essential to anyone serious about Self Improvement and Success. Some people envy those who have the ‘gift of the gab’ and always seem to be the centre of attention. However, this does not mean that good talkers are good communicators; in fact they are often just the opposite. When engaged in conversation, it is. . .

Self Improvement and the Power of Concentration

One the most important Self Improvement skills to develop to ensure our success is the ability to concentrate. The most intelligent, gifted or educated person is unlikely to succeed without being able to focus on important tasks and concentrate totally on their completion. Any person with even average intelligence, that can discipline themselves to concentrate 100% on their highest priorities,. . .

Taking Action is Essential for Self Improvement and Success

We can have the best list of goals and plans for their achievement, but if we don't take action nothing will happen! Much has been written about writing down goals and regularly reviewing and updating them as a major party of self improvement and success. Likewise, it is considered that a plan for the achievement of any goal, and breaking major goals into manageable steps are essential. If you . . .

Self Improvement and Living in the Present Moment

Having clear goals and desires for our future, and planning for their fulfilment are vital steps if we are serious about self improvement and achievement. Delayed gratification is something that is practiced by many successful people, even if they aren’t aware of it. In simple terms, delayed gratification means making sacrifices now in order to achieve greater rewards in the future. Most suc. . .

Self Improvement and Dealing with Challenges.

Throughout our lives we all constantly face problems that can be caused either by events beyond our control our through our own decisions. The way we deal with these setbacks will have a great impact on our Self Improvement and success. It can be very easy to become disheartened and discouraged. Setbacks can dent our confidence and make us question our beliefs. Sometimes we can even feel there. . .

How the Subconscious Mind can Accelerate Self Improvement and Success

Just how powerful is the Subconscious Mind and how can we use it to help our self improvement? It’s almost impossible to overestimates the power of the subconscious mind. Most of our brain’s activity does not occur consciously. It is our subconscious mind that controls all the organs that makes our bodies function, It’s our subconscious mind that allows us to drive our car, listen to the radio. . .

Clarity and Self Improvement – Why We Must Know What We Want

One of the biggest reasons that many people have trouble with self improvement and building a successful and happy life is that they have no idea what they actually want. If asked what they really want from life, many people will say that they want to be rich, or happy, or financially secure, or not to have to work so hard, or other equally vague answers. And one of the biggest reasons that the. . .

Self Improvement and Why We Must Face and Overcome our Fears

One of the biggest reasons that many people struggle with self improvement and achieving happiness and success is because they have difficulty overcoming their fears. Fears can take on many forms, and almost every one has fears of some sort. Many Fears may seem irrational to almost everyone but the person involved, and the most unlikely of people can be all but paralysed by the most improbable. . .

How Our Physiology Can Help Our Self Improvement

It is a well accepted and scientifically proven fact that how we feel mentally and emotionally affects how we act, look and feel physically. Our thoughts and emotions affect how our bodies feel, our facial expressions, and how we act and move. We can all easily identify someone who is angry, or depressed, or happy, by their face, their body language and their overall demeanour. However, not so . . .

Self Improvement and a Strong Work Ethic

If we want to make more of ourselves and our lives, and seek self improvement, it is essential to develop a strong work ethic. If we are in a job or a situation that we dislike, we must be prepared to make a decision. We must decide to either do the best work we can do in that situation, or take action to get out. These are the only real choices if self respect is important to us. If there ar. . .

Making Decisions is Essential for Self Improvement

There is a massive difference between hoping or wishing for self improvement, or that something will change in our lives, and actively deciding to make changes in our lives. New Year resolutions often fall into the wishing and hoping category. If we say ‘I’d like to give up smoking’ or ‘I need to lose weight’ or ‘I really should get fit’ or ‘I should get a better job’ our chances of success ar. . .

Why Overcoming Conditioned Beliefs is Vital to Self Improvement and Success

Many people who are serious about self improvement and making positive changes have difficulty making the progress and getting the results they desire. There can be many reasons for this, but one common problem is that some people have become so conditioned in their thinking that, although they want success, their deeply held beliefs and conditioning can actually sabotage their best efforts. Th. . .

Is This Love or Emotional Dependency?

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10 Simple Ways to Turn Your Creative Spark into a Flame

Creativity and innovation begin with the spark of an idea. But for so many, the process ends there with no plan to manifest. Understanding simple ways to turn your ideas into action will give you the edge to turn that spark to a flame and rise as a leader in innovation and creativity. These ten simple tools not only jumpstart your creative spirit, but they help you maintain and sustain the id. . .

7 Easy Creative Rituals to Spark Your Imagination and Inspire Your Soul

Creativity is a mysterious force that visits us with great ideas, new ways of seeing the world and the courage to do things differently. Revitalizing your creative talents will help you in the most unexpectedly wonderful ways: a new business idea, a renewed commitment to self-care, an appreciation for the beauty that lies all around us. Finding a small bit of time each day to feed this force. . .

Gratitude: The Secret Behind Creativity

When you think of being more creative, what comes to mind? Most people think in terms of artistic skills, but creativity manifests itself in a number of ways beyond the obvious. Picture creativity like a jet stream that flows all around us: when we step up to the flow and dip our hands in, we easily grab wonderful ideas, refreshed insights and innovative actions. At times, things get in our wa. . .

"How can I get out of the routine and be motivated?"

"How can I get out of the routine and be motivated?" Ronnie Nijmeh, ACQYR.com "I do not seem to have anything going in my life, just the same cycle day in and day out. I feel overwhelmed in all aspects of my life from marriage to work... I smoke, I over eat and I do not have much energy. What can I do?" -Divakar from Malaysia It's important that you were able to articulate your thoughts and fe. . .

How Can I Find My Passion?

How Can I Find My Passion? Ronnie Nijmeh, ACQYR.com Vladimir from Serbia and Montenegro had a great question: "Results are only one important piece of the puzzle, but there's one thing that I'm missing. You have to feel a strong desire to do what you want. You must be "starving" for success. But how can we make ourselves so passionate and enthusiastic? Some people say that it's a pre-condition . . .

Promote Yourself: Create Your Own 30-Second Commercial

Promote Yourself: Create Your Own 30-Second Commercial Author: Ronnie Nijmeh, ACQYR.com Have you ever thought about producing a 30-second commercial advertisement about... yourself? Huh? Before you flip channels on me, don't forget the purpose of an advertisement. The goal of a traditional ad is simple: you want to create awareness and encourage action. Create Awareness and Encourage Action A. . .

Affirm, Visualize, and Receive - Is Planning Really Necessary?

You are invited to use this article in your publication or on your website. You can reprint this article on or off line free of charge as long as the resource box is printed intact, the article is unedited, and all links are made active within the article and bylines Courtesy copy appreciated. Contact email: amsall88@yahoo.com TITLE: Affirm, Visualize, and Receive - Is Planning Really Ne. . .

Dan - A Great Coach

Dan - A Great Coach My wife, my daughter and I had been eagerly anticipating my daughter’s first lesson with Dan, her new batting coach. Of course, we heard how good he was. Our next door neighbor spoke glowingly of Dan’s expertise as a batting coach for girls. For the first lesson the three of us ( my daughter, wife and I) were nervous about how this arrangement would work out. Would she res. . .

A Choose Up Game - One of My Best Games

Internet A Choose Up Game - One of My Best Games The teams were picked and the line ups were announced. I was batting third. I could not wait to hit. Hitting to me was like eating for a fat man with a tape worm. I lived for the experience. I knew even before I batted that I would get a hit. I was so young and cocky! After the first two guys on my team made outs, I strolled up to the plate, as c. . .

A Word Fitly Spoken ~ Destiny

A Word Fitly Spoken ~ Destiny Brought to you by design twenty three & A Word Fitly Spoken There is a destiny that makes us brothers: none goes his way alone: All that we send into the lives of others Comes back into our own. ~ Edwin Markham ~ American Poet 1852-1940 Destiny: Event or course of events that will inevitably happen in the future; the ultimate agency that predetermines the course of. . .

The True and Magnificent Power of Giving

You've probably heard of the popular saying "It's better to give than to receive." But do you actually know what hidden power lies within this magnanimous act known as "giving?" When you give something from your heart without expecting anything in return, you release a powerful force that will trigger your good deed to "bounce" back to you in amazing, and sometimes unusual ways. I firmly be. . .

Who should win the Oscar?

Who, do you think, should win the Oscar this year? Who has been the best male actor in film this year? Should it be Don Cheadle, in Hotel Rwanda, Johnny Depp in Finding Neverland, Leonardo DiCaprio in The Aviator, Clint Eastwood in Million Dollar Baby or Jamie Foxx in Ray. What about Leading female Actress? Who gets your vote? Annette Bening in Being Julie, Catalina Sandino Moreno in Maria F. . .

Help! The Kids Are Taking Over

Help! The Kids Are Taking Overr By David Leonhardt Once upon a time, I harbored a quaint notion of child development. In the my imaginary world, children eventually transmogrified into those horror-movie monsters called teenagers. They would overrun the house for a few years, scorching and pillaging along the way...but leaving no lasting damage that a new mortgage and a five-year Caribbea. . .

The most courageous people in the world.

Who are the most courageous people in the world? Armed services? Coastguards? Astronauts? Firepersons? Explorers? Mountaineers? ……Sports? For us, the most courageous people in the world are those who are committed to discovering how they can get the best out of themselves. Individuals, who are committed to learning about and changing, their habits and beliefs in order to fulfil their dreams. In. . .

My Identity Crisis

My Identity Crisisr By David Leonhardt When we are young it is all so simple. We know exactly what I want to "be" when we grow up. You know what it's like: "I want to be a fireman." I want to be a ballerina." "I want to be a movie star." "I want to be a nuclear physicist specializing in embryonic schisms in post-menopausal subatomic particles." This aspect of growing up came back to haun. . .

5 Simple Tips on Using Your Senses

All sensuality is one, though it takes many forms; It is the same whether a man eat, or drink, or cohabit, or sleep sensually. They are but one appetite. --Henry David Thoreau 1. Breakfast in Bed. Imagine a lavish breakfast arrives brimming over with sweet cream pancakes, an assortment of berries and raspberry syrup, complete with a steaming mug of latte and a tender handwritten note of grati. . .

Why Do People Lie?

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Our House is a Danger Zone

Our House is a Danger Zoner By David Leonhardt Home is where the heart is, so they say. But for 20,000 Americans each year, home is where the heart stops beating. According to a 2002 study, that's how many Americans fall victim to fatal injuries in their own homes. At this rate, it will take just 14,750 years for clumsiness and carelessness to wipe out the entire population. Fortunately, a. . .

Pedro, Beltran, and the Mets As Seen By One True Yankee Fan:

Pedro, Beltran, and the Mets As Seen By One True Yankee Fan: Dear,[FIRSTNAME] It’s the middle of the NFL playoffs, and what has grabbed the interest of many sports fans has been the off-season maneuvering and acquisitions of the Mets and Yankees. In the past, the sports media has hyped baseball trades, the big money contracts, and the long time rivalries which make the off-season so interestin. . .

The 3 Key Components to Any Successful Change

We live in a world that is constantly bombarding us with changes. One would think that with all that practice, we would be fairly adept at navigating the change process. But the truth of the matter is, making any kind of intentional change in our life can be difficult. When we decide to change something in our lives, we make the decision to swap out the old and familiar for something new a. . .

Get more than just "a presence" on the Internet

Get more than just "a presence" on the Internetr By David Leonhardt The water purification salesman had been talking to us for what seemed like hours. During a lull in his monologue, I asked if he had a website. "Yes. In fact, we are the only independent distributors of this product who does," he proudly beamed. "So you get a lot of leads from the website, then?" I asked. "No, actually I . . .

The Legacy You Leave

All You will leave behind for the world to remember is Your Legacy, so ask yourself: Will you have earned the respect of your peers and the admiration of your critics? Will you have acted humbly at the peak of success and graceful in the face of defeat? Will you have kept your childlike wonder and reveled in the beauty of the world and the small miracles that each day brought? Will you be remem. . .

The Secret of Life Is to Get On Board

One of this year's box office hits was the movie, Polar Express. It's a wonderful story about the power of believing. It is Christmas Eve and a little boy waits in his bed hoping to hear the bells of Santa's sleigh. As he anxiously waits for the reindeer to appear, a mysterious train pulls up in front of his house and the conductor invites him on board. The train is the Polar Express, . . .

Top Ten Mistakes Made In The First Few Years of Business

By Business Coach, Catherine Franz Consultants, coaches, accountants, engineers, and other solopreneurs starting a service business, make common mistakes that cost them to be ineffective with their resources. In turn, these mistakes bring on a slow, frustrating success or even force them to remove their shingle because they run out of resources, normally money. You would think with all the tra. . .

The Dating Scene - Signs of a Promising Relationship

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5 Simple Strategies for Keeping Your Life Stuck

One of the most common statements I hear when I talk with potential clients is, "I feel stuck." People find themselves feeling stuck in different ways. They may be in a relationship that no longer is working, but they don't know how to leave. They may have a dream of starting their own business, but aren't exactly sure where to begin. Or they may just want to incorporate more fun in their lives. . .

Addiction to Self-Judgment

The following article is offered for free use in your ezine, print publication or on your web site, so long as the author resource box at the end is included, with hyperlinks. Notification of publication would be appreciated. For other articles which you are free to use, see http://www.innerbonding.com Title: Addiction to Self-Judgment Author: Margaret Paul, Ph.D. E-mail: mailto:margaret@inn. . .

Stephen Hawking’s Power of Visualization

Occasionally, I find someone who says, “I can’t visualize.” While this may be true in rare instances, it is not most of the time. When someone says, “I can’t visualize,” they usually mean, “I’m not very good at this.” That’s fine. As Yoda might say, “Practice we can.” Whether you are practiced or not at the essential success skill of visualization, consider this interesting example of what one. . .

Anam Cara Making sense of Life

In Corrogue this Anam Cara or Soul Friend is coming to his senses. This morning it is a wet and windy Sunday morning. Each Sunday morning is an extended morning of rest. It is a morning of practice. I practice slowly coming to my senses. It is a morning in which I practice deep caring for the body and the soul. This is a practice of awareness of the sensationalism of life moment to moment.. . .

Miscommunication - Root Cause of Problems?

People of two opposing ideas can stir up arguments and fights. It's that situation when one thinks he has the right concept while the other one also believes he has the proper notion. Both of them would try to outsmart each other until one claims victory. Here's an actual example. My girlfriend Riza would sometimes buy me signature clothing. When my Mom founds out how much it costs, she wo. . .

Tsunami Thoughts You Can Get Your Mind Around

If you are like me, you’ve had a hard time getting your mind around the tsunami thing. I don’t know whether to call it a disaster, catastrophe, or what. It’s almost beyond belief, isn’t it? So I wanted to offer you a few thoughts that I can get my mind around and hope they prove meaningful. Live every day as if it is your last. For God knows how many thousands, their last day came wit. . .

The Laundry Has Never Been More Fun Or The Pitfalls To Working At Home

As a home-based, self-employed woman, mundane tasks can be as compelling to me as chocolate. Laundry. Dishes. Email. Try as I might to stay focused on running my business, at times, these uninspiring tasks beckon to me as a moth to a flame. Why, you might ask, do I compare the common task of laundry to the delightful and satisfying experience of chocolate? It’s not that I adore the opportunity . . .

What Does a 90-Year-Old Man Look Like?

The title is a trick question, but be a sport and play along. Look up. Engage your inner view screen. Picture a 90-year-old man. What does he look like? Is he a little hunched over? Does he have rounded shoulders? Does he look frail? Form a clear picture and set the man in motion. How does he move? Does he walk slowly and carefully? Does he have a cane or walker? Can he even walk? Now le. . .

Affirmative Prayer - One Key To Power

Affirmative Prayer - One Key To Power by Alan Tutt http://www.KeysToPower.com There are many keys to Power. One key which provides many people with solid, reliable results is affirmative prayer. In this article, I will explain what affirmative prayer is, why it works, and how to use it. While there are many types of prayer, affirmative prayer is the most scientific, and the most reliable. Bu. . .

Don’t Wait 31,458 Days for Your Next Victory

This was a slump of monumental proportions. On October, 27, 2004, after 87 years (31,458 days, but who’s counting?), the Boston Red Sox finally won the World Series. And, just for effect, the heavens cooperated with a total lunar eclipse. Although I am hardly the world’s biggest baseball fan, the “Curse of the Bambino” has always fascinated me. This refers to Red Sox owner Harry Frazee’s 1920 s. . .

Your Best is Not For Saving

Your Best Is Not For Saving My mother-in-law received a set of sterling silver flatware as a wedding gift. She kept the silver in a wooden box on a top shelf. As far as I know, she only used the silver on the rare occasions when she hosted her women’s club. Then she would spend hours polishing the tarnished silver. On holidays and family birthdays, she used the everyday stai. . .

It’s More Important than Batting Practice

It was a night of focus and inspiration. On October 20, 2004, the Boston Red Sox made history. They became baseball’s first team to win a best-of-seven post- season series after losing the first three games. And they did it against arch-rival New York in Yankee Stadium. Even if you are not a sports fan, here are some lessons you can use to turn any situation around. When things stink and they h. . .

The Top Ten Ways to Stop Procrastinating Now

Title: The Top Ten Ways to Stop Procrastinating Now Author: Kerul Kassel Author's Email: kerul @ newleafsystems.com Author's Website: http://www.newleafsystems.com Author's Phone: 407-957-1494 Word count : 613 Plagued by the temptation to procrastination? Would you like 2005 to be your year for procrastination renunciation? If you think overcoming procrastination is only about will-power. . .

Questions for the Game of Life

“If you could eliminate one day from your past so that you never had to live through it, what day would you erase?” “If you could ask a single question of a dead relative, what would it be and of whom would you ask it?” These questions come from a little book I’ve been reading as a way to begin the New Year. If. . . Questions for the Game of Life by Evelyn McFarlane and James Saywell (Vil. . .

A Recipe for Alchemy

A Recipe for Alchemy By Keith Varnum Grandma has a scrumptious, old-family recipe for chocolate pecan pie that melts in your mouth. Uncle Bert whips up a killer BBQ sauce for ribs (or grilled tofu). I’ve discovered a more direct route to happiness—a tantalizing recipe for alchemy! According to Webster’s dictionary, alchemy is not simply change, but rather “permanent transformation.” Alchemy. . .