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Ground, Center, Shield

This little routine is one of the most essential skills you can have in your spiritual tool chest. It protects against psychic noise, psychic attack, telepathy, dark entities, and otherwise unwanted energies. It can re-balance you, increase your discernment, and keep your aura clean. It's a great way to start a meditation or any spiritual light work. Consider it basic hygiene for your soul. Gr. . .

Return to Source ~ A 5-Minute Meditation

Make yourself comfortable in a private place, close your eyes and relax. Let your breath move slowly and deeply. As you breathe, draw your attention to your solar plexus, in the center of your belly, just below your rib cage. Feel the continual rise and fall of your breath... As you sink into a deep state of relaxation, begin to pull all your awareness into that center. Watch all outside th. . .

Three Benefits of Learning How To Concentrate

We all know that being able to concentrate on a given task is, in most cases, a necessary part of completing it. Without focus our mind wanders, and the body soon follows – to the kitchen for a drink or snack, to the den to check on the kids, outside for a breath of fresh air... the list of distractions is endless, especially for people who work at home. Without the ability to focus our minds, . . .

How to Breathe Health into your Body

A look at how the breath can be used to bring balance into area of our Body and Mind. The Breath is very powerful it has been used for centuries by Yogi’s to create different effects on the body and mind. Before we start to discuss the different techniques, which can be used to balance the body. Lets look at normal breathing. It is good from time to time to make sure that you are using the fu. . .

Finding Hope In Trying Times

Growing up, as a child of the 60’s, peace, love and harmony were the words being chanted by the hippies, flower children and all who questioned authority and were against the Vietnam War. I remember thinking how I couldn’t wait to grow up. I knew in my young mind it was only a matter of time before these youthful rebels would age and mature and eventually be able to take their place in the wo. . .

Wind of Wisdom - A 5-Minute Meditation

Sit down, close your eyes, and relax. Take a few deep, cleansing breaths. Put yourself into the flow of this breath. Let all your thoughts and tension be released with every exhale. Feel how the air moves freely, continually... You become aware of yourself standing atop a high mountain peak. A gentle, warm wind caresses your face. You can see forever. Soothing hues of pink and purple on the ho. . .

Help For Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

In the past, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome was referred to as the “yuppie flue” because when it was first identified, most of its victims were well educated professionals in their 20’s – 40’s. Today, doctors still argue as to whether the disorder even exists, but those who suffer from it know it does. Some health experts believe Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is caused by the Epstein-Barr virus, bronch. . .

Eczema: Tips On How To Care For Your Skin

Eczema can best be described as a non-contagious skin condition, which is characterized by hot dry itchy skin, with symptoms that often fluctuate seasonally and even over the course of the day. Eczema typically begins in early childhood. Research indicates that eczema may be genetically determined and studies show that there is often a family history of allergies, asthma, eczema or hay fever.. . .

Joy Is the Juice

“If you work for money, you are no better than a slave. If you do anything you don’t enjoy in life, you are no better than a slave!” Wow! Strong words from my first spiritual teacher. Michio Kushi was my adopted second father, so his pronouncement hit home. When he first expressed his view, I was upset. When he repeated his perspective at every opportunity, I got angry. Angrier and angrier each. . .

Are You a Trash Can for Others’ Negativity?

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. Title: Are You a Trash Can for Others’ Negativity? Author: Margaret Paul, Ph.D. E-mail: mailto:margaret@innerbonding.com Copyright: © 2005 by Margaret Paul URL: http:/. . .

Crystal Basics

Crystals have been used for centuries to enhance psychic ability. Just as metal is a conductor of heat, crystals are conductors of psychic energies. You can wear them in medicine bags and jewelry, hold them in your hand, or place them on your cards to clear them between readings. I have even gazed into them for clairvoyant visions. They are excellent focusing tools and beautiful to look at.. . .

A Writing Exercise That Increases Awareness And Description Skills

Practice attaching words to feelings requires time to do. Without a system that helps you monitor that time, the minutes or hours could feel unproductive. With the right exercise, you can then use that time wisely, as well as save you time and frustration. Learning to apply the right words to our six senses is a top ingredient to the mixture of writing. Its language brings the reader into the. . .

Empathic Body Signals

Empathy is the ability to feel other people's feelings. But besides this emotional experience, there is another aspect of empathy that few people consider, and that is the physical. You may have heard stories of dogs that know when a person is about to have an epileptic seizure. We are all connected - to one another, and to the earth. If you are empathic, it's likely that you are receivin. . .

Your Relationship with Yourself is Equally Important

We sometimes identify with the things that happen in our life but really we are always free to love ourselves. Before we can have a meaning full relationship with another person it is important to come to terms with the relationship we are having with ourselves. We draw to us things that resonate at the same vibration and are in harmony with how we are feeling and thinking. If we wish to chang. . .

Letting Go Can Be Hard But Doable

Being a coach, I learned through attending Coach University about letting go of the "stuff" in my life that no longer fueled it. This enhanced itself through my studies in becoming a master practitioner in the laws of attraction -- the process of how our environment, the things and people in it, affect what we attract in the present moment. Along with this came of sensing the heaviness of pos. . .

There Must Be More To Life Than This

If you suffer from a nagging feeling of "there must be more to life than this", you're not alone. "There must be more to life than this" can be an extremely de-motivating force. Guess where this feeling usually comes from? Your Job. Why? Most people hate their jobs. The first point that needs to be addressed is that it's okay to hate your job. It's normal! The amount of people who like their jo. . .

So you’re thinking of having your own website?

If you’re daydreaming about having your own website and you’re reasonably new to the world of computers and the internet, there are a few basic things you really should consider first. I’ve listed 10 baby steps to take first that could possibly save you a world grief. Only wish I’d known it first! Firstly, before writing anything down, ask yourself the following questions. It will give you . . .

7 Power Skills that Build Strong Relationships

By Steve Brunkhorst A strong, healthy relationship is one in which the partners show respect and kindness toward each other. The relationship forms a rewarding and enduring bond of trust and support. Here are seven power skills that will help you form stronger alliances and bring more closeness, authenticity and trust to your relationships. 1. Relax Optimistically If you are comfortable around . . .

Ways to Make Life Fun

Contrary to the opinion of many parents, it’s OK to want to have fun in everything you do in life. It’s not selfish, insensitive or self-centered. Wanting life to be fun is natural, normal and healthy. Every aspect of life goes better with fun. Fun can lubricate even the most tedious chore. And fun can infuse even the most serious of situations with the lightness of love. May I suggest a few a. . .

Anthony Robbins' 12 Reasons Why People Don't Get Wealthy

Anthony Robbins' 12 Reasons Why People Don't Get Wealthy By David Cameron Gikandi According to Wallace Wattles, in his popular wealth treatise called the Science of Getting Rich, said that, "There is a science of getting rich, and it is an exact science, like algebra or arithmetic. There are certain laws which govern the process of acquiring riches, and once these laws are learned and obe. . .

Fitness Workout - Exercising the Present Moment!

Try one, more than one, or all of the following exercises to access the present moment. As you do the exercises below, retain your focus for at least three minutes. The longer you stay focused the longer you’ll be in the present moment. If you start thinking about dinner; what’s on television; the shopping etc, then you are no longer in the present but the future or possibly the past. If t. . .

WHAT'S RIGHT ABOUT NEBRASKA? How the Dems Lost the Heartland of American Populism

(Please see entire article @: htp://www.the-tribulation-network.org ) TKO – “Technical Knockout”? Tsunamis, Katrinas, and OUTBURSTS! TKO! But, is Bush really down and out, or do we witness a form of “rope-a-dope” – an unplanned strategy orchestrated by “the roaring of the waters” and political winds of fortune? Don’t kid yourself, this fighter’s clever enough to wear down his opponents f. . .

Sustaining Romance After Becoming Parents

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How to get that ‘it’ factor happening

You know when you meet charismatic and compelling people. They exude a personal power that’s hard to miss. You can ‘feel’ their presence as they enter a room and both male and female heads turn. For some, this magnetism is as natural as organic food whilst for others it can be developed over time. Sitting here today in sunny Queensland Australia, I’m reflecting on what makes one person more. . .

The Problem With Affirmations

Do you know the problem with affirmations? You know, the really, really powerful ones? Affirmations are great. They allow us to program our minds such that, realistically, anything is possible. They are also, however, very dangerous. They are dangerous because everyone does them. Everyone does them and they don't even know it. And that's what proves their power. Every single day people affirm t. . .

Recipe for turning dreams into reality

Ah, food glorious food! It can either be mouth watering and fabulously delicious or just plain awful. It depends on how much time and effort you've spent on it. Life can also be much like that. The more time, effort and planning you put into it, the greater your rewards. I love nothing more than to cook and fiddle with meals that for the most part, are very time-consuming. I particularly lo. . .

How To Make A Fortune

BS”D How To Make A Fortune YOU CAN NEVER GET ENOUGH OF WHAT YOU DON’T REALLY WANT Life keeps getting faster and faster. More and more, we spend our time trying to make things happen, fitting more into each minute than ever before. But somehow, we are neither satisfied nor fulfilled. Why? Because the things we’re running after so fervently are in most cases not the things we really want. An. . .

What Dreams May Come

Some years ago I read a brilliant book, What Dreams May Come, whose storyline was that in the plasmic substance of the afterworld, people perceive only the reality created by their thoughts, beliefs and expectations. They live in this reality until they wake up to their infinite potential to create and inhabit magnificent worlds of love, beauty and service. This makes such perfect sense, doesn’. . .

Meditation

Here is where it all begins. It cannot be otherwise. Here we have come to listen, we have come to hear. An old woman sat here yesterday on a park bench, a brown bag at her side, her eyes sparkling as children frolicked on a carousel. "Nice day," I said. "You're right," she said, and smiled. We built a bridge and sat there silently. And a policeman came, took the brown bag,. . .

7 Ways to Stay Spiritually Balanced

7 Ways to Stay Spiritually Balanced When we find spirituality, or it finds us, the experience feels surreal. We begin to feel like we're walking on a tightrope between two different worlds. We become ungrounded and loose touch with the physical side of life. When our spiritual mission becomes clear, it is even truer. Learning to breathe and to walk between these two experiences until they mer. . .

Healthy Grief, Unhealthy Grief

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. Title: Healthy Grief, Unhealthy Grief Author: Margaret Paul, Ph.D. E-mail: mailto:margaret@innerbonding.com Copyright: © 2005 by Margaret Paul URL: http://www.innerbon. . .

The Body-Temple, A Song of Glory

One of the most fascinating stories I've ever heard came from a respected psychic teacher who received a phone call from a man in a hospital to have both feet amputated. The psychic wasn't given this information, but intuitively heard the man's feet complain that he never let them rest. Knowing this to be true, the man promised to change jobs and his feet, deciding to trust him, healed immediat. . .

Conflict is a word

Conflict is a word many of us either were taught or learned by experience to avoid. Fighting. Nastiness. Anger. Family Feuds. On a national level, “conflict” connotes failed diplomacy, armed warfare, environmental devastation, even genocide. My dictionary describes it as “an ongoing state of hostility between two groups.” Makes me shiver. When you turn to contemporary peace studies, how. . .

Are You Present With Your Children?

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. Title: Are You Present With Your Children? Author: Margaret Paul, Ph.D. E-mail: mailto:margaret@innerbonding.com Copyright: © 2005 by Margaret Paul URL: http://www.inne. . .

Chakra Garden - A 5-Minute Meditation

Sit in a comfortable position with your spine straight and your shoulders relaxed. Close your eyes and take in a few slow, deep breaths. Picture yourself standing on a garden footpath, in the midst of a great flower garden... All around you are, hundreds of rich, red roses. You stroll along the footpath, reaching out to gently touch the petals of these fragrant roses. You sense a stabiliz. . .

5 Habits Of Successful Entrepreneurs

Habits get a bum rap. When you think about your habits, I bet you think of the “bad” ones - the ones that you aren’t particularly proud of, like eating too much sugar, or smoking, or dwelling on your negative thoughts. According to Webster’s dictionary a habit simply is: A pattern or action that is acquired and has become so automatic that it is difficult to break. It’s easy to see how if you s. . .

Sexual Attraction - Addiction or Intimacy?

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. Title: Sexual Attraction - Addiction or Intimacy? Author: Margaret Paul, Ph.D. E-mail: mailto:margaret@innerbonding.com Copyright: © 2005 by Margaret Paul URL: http://w. . .

Healing Temple - A 5-Minute Meditation

Sit comfortably in a private place. Close your eyes and make sure your back is straight. Now draw your attention to your breath... Notice the rising and falling of your rib cage. Feel any tension or anxiety leaving your body with each exhale.... Pull your breath deeper into your stomach area. Let yourself relax, starting at your toes and working your way upward, until you reach the top . . .

Fear of Flying

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. Title: Fear of Flying Author: Margaret Paul, Ph.D. E-mail: mailto:margaret@innerbonding.com Copyright: © 2005 by Margaret Paul URL: http://www.innerbonding.com Word Cou. . .

Still Waters - A 5-Minute Meditation

Sit quietly and close your eyes. Allow your body to relax. Gently slow down the pace of your breathing and your thoughts. One by one, let each breath take you deeper into relaxation... Guide your concentration toward your heart. Pull all your awareness into your heart and see yourself emerging into the sunlight. You are standing barefoot in the grass at the edge of a peaceful pond. The sun refl. . .

Fishing For Prospects: What Is Your Lure, Bait and Gear? - Auto Recovery

An exercise for defining what prospects you are attracting. ********************************************** Fly fishing -- it doesn't work, does it? When I first watched someone fly-fishing, I saw them release the line that went out far in the water. No sooner had the fly hit the water it was being jerked back and reeled in. Even today, I still don't understand how this method catches any fis. . .

Yes, You Must Test A Market Strategy

A marketing strategy is a series of actions intended to accomplish a specific sales goal. For example, an advertising strategy for a new product or service. The words marketing campaign is commonly substituted in order to catch readers attention. Normally, left-brain dominants (logical) prefer the word campaign and right-brainers (creative) prefer strategy. Before we address the nine basic s. . .

Top Ten Practices To Express Gratitude While Serving Others

Although quite young, I can still remember my parents asking me, "What do you say?" as I was receiving something, be it a fruit, a gift, or a compliment. Of course, they were looking for the magical words "thank you", which many parents adamantly train their children to respond. Isn't it interesting that the very first training we encounter is to express gratitude! I find it very meaningful tha. . .

A Business In One Sentence

Marketing expert and author, Geoffrey Moore, has a useful fill-in-the-blank method for creating a theme and positioning statement for your business. I prefer to use his same system for creating clarity for myself in what I'm selling, creating an elevator or introduction speech, and also material for my website, brochures and business card. Using this same method for each niche I have also keep. . .

Modalities and Psychic Abilities

There are three basic modalities of perception. They are the visual (through the eyes), the auditory (through the ears) and the kinesthetic (through bodily sensation, including smell and taste). Most of us are dominant in one or two of these modalities. Your dominant modality will greatly affect how you perceive things psychically. Visual people are more clairvoyant, auditory people more c. . .

What Distinguishes You From Your Competitors?

In marketing, U.S.P. is the acronym for unique selling proposition. The USP process answers the distinct question: "What distinguishes your product or service from similar products or services, even businesses as a whole?" After continually battling my wits using other recommended USP models, I developed my own -- a list of 50 questions -- that gave me the same results, but faster. [For sim. . .

The rewards and risks of personal freedom

We all need to decide whether to "play it safe" in life and worry about the downside, or instead take a chance, by being who we really are and living the life our heart desires. Which choice are you making? One of the first things I noticed about my newly purchased parrot, was that he couldn't fly. Chico's wings had been clipped and he was stuck here on earth just like us humans. Once the weat. . .

ISRAEL'S ORANGE TROOPS

The momentum of the Orange Movement must continue to mobilize in order that there be no further withdrawals from any portion of the Land of Israel. The urgency and energy must be channeled toward ensuring there is no division of Jerusalem, or of the West Bank. The Palestinian Islamic enemy has now stated specifically that Jerusalem and the West Bank will be their next strategic focus as they . . .

High Velocity, Week 5: "Right" Experience

***************************************************************** Welcome to this week's "High Velocity" from James Arthur Ray. ***************************************************************** The "Right" Experience By James Arthur Ray You may have heard it said that, "experience is the best teacher." This is both true and false. I submit to you that "Right experience is the best teac. . .

Implement Your Idea Today Lest Someone Else Does

Thoughts are energy and energy moves. I always find it amazing me how someone somewhere implements an idea I’ve had or currently have. My belief is that in any given moment an idea thought of is also formulating somewhere else at precisely the same time. I’ve had some great ideas in the past, as a matter of fact I had some really huge ideas – only problem was in the past I didn’t make things. . .

Understanding Breast Cancer

Understanding Brest Cancer By Dr. Rita Louise Our body is made up thousands of cells that differ in size, shape and function. Controlled by our DNA, each cell is programmed to perform certain tasks and after a specified period of time - die. This is normally done in an orderly manner. However, if our cells are exposed to carcinogens, viruses or ionizing radiation, for example, the DNA can be. . .

Top Ten Autobiographical Steps From Saying "No" To Saying "Yes…"

Learning to say "no" appropriately is quite an initiation, often termed "having healthy boundaries." How healthy are those "boundaries?" Defined as something that delineates a border or a limit, boundaries imply that you are on this side, while I am on the other. They are viewed as a protection. Yet, as long as I perceive a need for protection, am I not projecting attack? It reminds me of this . . .

How Do You Know When You Are In Love?

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Manifesting Effectively

After years of studying the process of manifesting and writing about it, I have come to this conclusion. The process of creating, itself is very simple. Letting go of our need to control it, is mankind's greatest challenge. The awareness of need for manifestation comes up in our wakened consciousness, when there is a desire or need brought to the surface. We are made aware of our hunger when. . .

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Power Struggles – Being Right or Being Loving

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The Challenge of Families

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. Title: The Challenge of Families Author: Margaret Paul, Ph.D. E-mail: mailto:margaret@innerbonding.com Copyright: © 2005 by Margaret Paul URL: http://www.innerbonding.c. . .

Eenie, Meenie, Minie, Moe, with which meditation should I go?

Whenever I’ve taught meditation there'd be those that immediately ‘got it’, and those who found it a struggle. However, with continued practise and learning how to refocus, those who initially struggled eventually also 'got it'. Not only that, after time they discovered their own unique way of getting into the zone quickly and easily. There are many different styles of meditation, so which on. . .

Ten Ways to Help You Improve Customer Service

Stay in contact with customers on a regular basis. Just as it is bad news to send out too many emails to customers, it is just as bad to not stay in contact with them. Customers don't want to feel abandoned. Here are three things to help you stay in touch. (1) Offer them your e-zine subscription at least once a month. (2) Ask customers if they want to be updated by e-mail when you make changes . . .

5 Result-Getting Time Management Tips

By Steve Brunkhorst How often have you tried to manage your time in more productive ways, and found the process to be difficult and confusing? Perhaps you simply gave up on the idea. As one friend said, "Time management takes too much time!" These tips will simplify time management with five important steps that can bring remarkable changes. They will allow you to easily customize a plan that . . .

Spinning Negative Into Gold

Andrew Carneige once told Napoleon Hill, “I am no longer cursed by poverty because I took possession of my own mind, and that mind has yielded me every material thing I want, and much more than I need. But this power of mind is a universal one, available to the humblest person as it is to the greatest.” Andrew never forgot what the first millionaire said to him and repeatedly told others how N. . .

Experiencing Peace as you would imagine Peace to be

When I access inner peace, I'm no longer impacted by events within my environment or by what I see on televison. Instead, when I step into my peace state, I find a place of profound stillness and connection with all. It's where I have absolutely no doubt that I am worthy, loved and supported. Peace can mean quiet, tranquillity, serenity, peace of mind, mental calmness, friendliness, no wars, c. . .

Before falling truly and madly in love ask each other 10 pertinent questions…they could...

You've just met someone and instantly you've clicked - the chemistry unbelievable - you want to spend the rest of your life with this person! Life never looked better! But wait a minute...what do you really know and understand about this gorgeous, wonderful human being you want to spend the rest of the life with? Falling in love…aaahh what a wonderful experience the first flushes of love are. . . .

Creating Relationship Synergy through Rapport Building

How often have you wanted to create a connection with someone or a group but somehow missed the mark? You keep getting the same results every time you make an attempt at establishing any relationship, and it’s a result you’re not happy with. If this is the case you really need to change how you do things. Rapport building is one of mutual influence, a give and take within a relationship, incl. . .

High Velocity, Week 4: Your True Destiny

***************************************************************** Welcome to this week's "High Velocity" from James Arthur Ray. ***************************************************************** Your True Desire by James Arthur Ray "Your desire is your higher self speaking to you, awaiting manifestation." I remember years ago hearing one of my mentors say, "Decide to be a millionaire.. . .

Doing Less in More Time

Over the years, the compelling challenge of time, priorities, and life balance has been a frequently mentioned concern of individuals. Our lives have sped up so much that we often feel that we are losing track of who we are. And, in our rush to achieve ‘more’ in less time, the things that really are most important to us seem to always drop to the bottom of the priority list. We often approach o. . .

Do You Need More Time?

Do You Need More Time? Helaine Iris © 2004 "I don't have enough time in my day." If only I received a nickel each time I heard those words. Come to think of it, I do. Sort of. Plenty of smart, successful people hire me to help them deal with the issue of time management. Some have read the latest time management books. Most use the perfect day-planner or latest hand-held computer. Yet, they sti. . .

The Art of Adapting to Change

One of the main reasons that may hinder us from reaching our innermost goals and desires is our inability to be flexible. This fact may be hard to swallow, but it's true. We do everything we can to eliminate any type of suffering in our lives, yet challenges and pressures can bring out the best in us. If you have been burdened by mistakes in the past, learn from them, forget about them, an. . .

PART 2: Why Most People Don't Really Want to Heal

THE STORY SO FAR... At a metaphysical lecture facilitated by Guy Williams, Guy made the comment that most people don’t really want to heal. What most people want, according to Guy, is to stop hurting. In Part 1, we met the ego, and discovered that the most effective way of letting go of our limiting and outmoded beliefs is to accept that there is no need to change these beliefs because they’re . . .

Do Feng Shui Remedies Really Work?

THE PREMISE Feng Shui is an ancient Chinese art that has been practised for thousands of years. It is based on the idea that there should be a "balance" or harmony in the world. Everything around us has its proper place. If something is out of place and the balance is disturbed, this disruption can materialize as a feeling of uneasiness in the people around it, or as violence or lack of prosper. . .

Is This Love or Emotional Dependency?

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: Is This Love or Emotional Dependency? Author: Margaret Paul, Ph.D. E-mail: mailto:m. . .

Beginnings Aren't As Complicated As They Seem

(c) Maureen Killoran, 2004 Beginnings are seldom as complicated as they seem. You know what I mean by “complicated – the dates and the duties and the things-to-beremembered, the stuff that piles onto your plate with a new project or obligation. Whether it’s an urgent justice issue, a medical diagnosis forcing a changed lifestyle, or the work of starting a new job, the message is that a whole. . .

Smelling the Roses: Better Living Through Savoring

(c) Maureen Killoran, 2004 “Stop and smell the roses,” people often say. Then they smile ruefully, because everybody knows there isn’t enough TIME to stop or, as my daughter says, to “chill.” This is the Conventional Wisdom – and I’m here to tell you that the CW is simply WRONG. Researchers in Positive Psychology find that people actually get more done if they take time out to SAVOR their . . .

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 5 Musts of Marketing

For most of the small business owners I work with, marketing has become the equivalent of a four-letter word. Inevitably, when I ask the question, "Do you have a marketing plan?" or "What marketing activities do you engage in?" I get the full gamut of responses from the proverbial deer in the headlights stare, to a vociferous, "I hate marketing, it's the least favorite part of my business!" Aft. . .

Getting Past The Shoulds To Write

During the past few months I have received many questions as to how I have gone from an unknown writer to over coming society’s adversarial thoughts on what writing should be and become a well known writer. So, today, I was inspired to write on this. Let me present a gist of my story. And like all stories there’s always more depth. When it comes to being judged by society’s belief of what go. . .

Relationships: Taking Care of Yourself in the Moment

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: Relationships: Taking Care of Yourself in the Moment Author: Margaret Paul, Ph.D. E. . .

PART 1: Why Most People Don't Really Want to Heal

=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- WHY MOST PEOPLE DON’T REALLY WANT TO HEAL (PART 1) -by Kevin B. Burk (c) 2005, Kevin B. Burk, All Rights Reserved http://www.EveryRelationship.com =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- I recently attended a metaphysical lecture facilitated by Guy Williams, a friend of mine who also happens to be a minister. . .