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- The Dangers of Leptospirosis - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraAre you fond of taking your pet to the dog park for show or just for play? Or letting it drink off public water fountains when nobody's looking? If you are, than there is a good chance that you pooch is infected with leptospirosis. This is a potentially fatal bacterial infection that works its ...
Views: 913 - The Deadly Brown Tick - by Submitted on May 28, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThere are many diseases out there that we, as pet owners, are aware of. We like to keep our pooches safe from all forms of harm by bringing them to our favorite veterinarian for vaccinations and booster shots. What many of us neglect to do is properly dealing with ticks. The little critters are ...
Views: 861 - The Debilitating World Of Emotional Abuse- Are You In One? - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraAre you happy? You can’t point your finger why or what exactly, but you are just sad. You don’t know what’s wrong but it is so hard for you to make any decisions by yourself now. How can this be- you use to be so self- sufficient, independent and decisive. You are so confused, can’t ...
Views: 1528 - The Debt Relief Program - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2008 from Menno SpijkstraPeople with a lot of debt problems often have only themselves to blame. They constantly subscribe to things that come with monthly payments, many of which they don't need. The cycle goes on and on as their wants are given more priority over their needs, and before they know it, they find the ...
Views: 765 - The Discerning Effect Of Gladness - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraGladness is a noun…it’s the name for the condition of being glad. Therefore, the word has a certain sense of being pure about it, like the purity of driven snow. The etymology of the word gladness is ‘smooth’ and ‘shining’. It actually made me think of what it must have been like in the early ...
Views: 777 - The Distinctions Between Religion and Spirituality - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraWhat is the difference between religion and spirituality--religion is a pathway towards God and Spirituality is also a pathway towards Him. However, their distinctions lie in their approach. The central idea of religion: Obey God and fear Him. The essence of Spirituality: Love God and also ...
Views: 484 - The Driving Force of Ambition - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraAmbition! Success! What exactly do these words mean to you—because without one you can’t have the other. The mere impelling force to struggle and exert for anything we desire to accomplish is as strong and powerful as our will to survive. Ambition is what drives you to dream, strive and reach ...
Views: 1086 - The Effectiveness of Alternative Cancer Treatment - by Submitted on May 06, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraAdvancements in Science and Medicine have offered hope to those beset with cancer. As there have been constant researches and studies to find the cure for this deadly disease, standard medical measures are now being incorporated with alternative cancer treatment to instigate better results. The ...
Views: 562 - The Effects of Canine Parvovirus on Dog Health - by Submitted on May 06, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraMany pet owners fail to realize the importance of vaccination. They often neglect to take the necessary actions to ensure their dog's health. And everybody knows that negligence is often rewarded by regret. There are many viral infections on the loose everywhere; tiny microscopic foes on the ...
Views: 805 - The Empowering Effect Of Enthusiasm - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraThe word enthusiasm in fact comes from the Greek ‘entheos’ which means “the God within”. According to the dictionary, enthusiasm is defined as: 1. a cause or source of interest or great excitement. 2. Elation or delight arises from a supposed possession by a god. 3. Interest in or great ...
Views: 3279 - The Essence of Genuine Friendship in Marriage - by Submitted on May 21, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraEvery expert, marriage counsellor or therapist have their own list of the qualities of a good marriage. There are two words, though, that has consistently stayed on almost every relationship advice, articles and columns about happy marriages: true friendship. Love and sex are equally important, ...
Views: 1198 - The Extraordinary Function Of Determination For An Athlete - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2011 from Menno SpijkstraFirst, let us take a closer and deeper look at some of the various definitions given to the word “Determination” or another term for this is “Drive”. Determination or drive is the skill or capability of the mind to accomplish whatever it desires to accomplish; It’s that internal strength drawn ...
Views: 802 - The Green Date Experience - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraJust about everything and everyone is going green these days; call it a fad or a turning point, but people are becoming more environmentally aware and vigilant in saving our planet. This earth-friendly sensibility doesn’t simply stay in the confines of our own homes, because it is everywhere: ...
Views: 814 - The Hype Of Cardio Vascular Exercise - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThe package of health, fitness and confidence are delivered through the deliberate effort of engaging in a regular exercise regimen and one may well mull over this fact. Countless benefits are to be gained from constant exercise as it inarguably promotes well-being by stimulating the body and ...
Views: 2005 - The Impact Of Having A Positive Attitude - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2008 from Menno SpijkstraBefore anything else, I would like to ask you to stop anything you are doing at this moment. Now, please pay attention and focus on your thoughts. Okay, so can you now tell me what kinds of thoughts are within your mind at this hour? How can you describe your thoughts? Are they empowering and ...
Views: 1249 - The Importance of Estate Planning - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2008 from Menno SpijkstraWhen it’s time for you to say goodbye to your loved ones, and say hello to your maker in person, what’s gonna happen to everything you’ve worked so hard to achieve? I’m not talking about the medals and other “feel-good” rewards you’ve earned, but the ...
Views: 926 - The Importance Of Goal Setting - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraIt goes without saying that time is gold. As we all know, goal setting is one of the main characteristics of time management. It allows us to define and design our dreams in life. To know our top priority is not easy to do so. First, you should ask yourself. Am I happy and satisfied of what ...
Views: 774 - The Importance Of People In Innovation - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2011 from Menno SpijkstraWhen we talk about innovation, you may reply—who needs people? Chances are that you, me and all of us do! Innovation can be viewed as a “soft” science difficult to define and hard to measure. While other business functions like manufacturing, finance and purchasing are seem more established and ...
Views: 841 - The Important Reasons Why Inspiration Must Be A Part Of Your Life - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraWe just have to admit it---life can sometimes get tough! You know, things happen. Our health may sometimes suffer, work pressures accelerate, daily stresses build up, and family demands become too daunting. We all need a dose of some inspiration because it looks good (a lovely and picturesque ...
Views: 658 - The Important Reasons Why Inspiration Must Be A Part of Your Life - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Menno SpijkstraWe just have to admit it---life can sometimes get tough! You know, things happen. Our health may sometimes suffer, work pressures accelerate, daily stresses build up, and family demands become too daunting. We all need a dose of some inspiration because it looks good (a lovely and picturesque ...
Views: 853 - The Ingredients To Fulfillment - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraDuring the last five years, there has been increasing proof supporting the relation of fulfillment with life or happiness and being able to utilize and maximize your strengths. Most human beings who feel fulfilled with their life are most likely to be less stressed or harassed, do well at work, ...
Views: 655 - The Key to Managing Your Money Wisely - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraManaging your money wisely doesn’t need to be a painful chore. In your family, who is in charge of managing and budgeting the money? The way I see it, in case you are already married or living with someone else, one of you should be in charge of managing the bills and expenses. You must keep ...
Views: 692 - The Key to Online Investing - by Submitted on May 25, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraOnline investing is what’s booming now. The fact that you can cater to anyone in the world regardless of where you are at is what’s making it so appealing; not to mention the investments made here rake in money round the clock while you do practically nothing. Maintenance is hardly ever needed ...
Views: 683 - The Magic Touch of Massage Therapy - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraAfter a week long of paperwork in the computer, calculating and adding up bills, making ends meet and catching up with deadlines, it is always glorious to get a massage. Once those tight, tensed and aching muscles are soothed, loosened and relaxed, it may seem as if the week long of stress and ...
Views: 786 - The Miracles In Our Lives - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2011 from Menno SpijkstraUsually, we call an event a miracle when we think it is impossible for something to happen, right here and now. Miracles start to happen when we stop being apathetic or indifferent. Like anything or everything else, miracles also come in different and various sizes, some large and some small, ...
Views: 869 - The Miracles of Jesus Christ - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraOne of the most essential parts of Christianity lies in recognizing the fact that Jesus Christ was divine. And one of the ways in which his divinity is proved by scholars in the Bible is to emphasize the several miracles that Jesus in academic circles, are oftentimes categorized according to the ...
Views: 914 - The Not So Delicious Facts About Food Addiction - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraFood addiction is a very serious topic that requires discussion in its own right. It’s a problem which affects not just the individual suffering from it, but also their family and close friends. In essence, this condition is one which mingles a craving for food with a food allergy. If an ...
Views: 781 - The One Thing You Need To Do To Get Rich - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2008 from Menno SpijkstraThere isn't a single person on this planet that wouldn't want to get rich, except for very religious people, like priests and monks. Living a life of comfort with no burdens on mind, like the need to get out there and get a job or your family will starve, is something everyone wants. The truly ...
Views: 679 - The Origins And Delicious History Of Thanksgiving Celebrations - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraAll throughout history of mankind, the celebration of a bountiful and abundant harvest has always been a yearly happening. Harvest festivals have been made a tradition amongst all races, cultures and nations. And long before organized religion came to be, the Greeks, Chinese, Hebrews, Romans and ...
Views: 662 - The Outer Glow From An Inner Beauty - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraBeauty is a quality possessed by an object or a person that gives intense pleasure or deep satisfaction to the senses. When we think of the beautiful, we equate it with a positive feeling of pleasure or goodness. Beauty is a subjective experience that could lead to powerful feelings of ...
Views: 1226 - The Potent Impact Of Impotence On Virility - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThe core of manhood is often defined by a man’s sexual potency. Such is the expectation of men among themselves as their virility is who they are. With the current complex and high stress conditions that men are exposed to, their health and even their virility is put to risk. Diabetes, heart ...
Views: 961 - The Power of an Apology - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2009 from Menno Spijkstra“I’m sorry” – two little words that can make or break a relationship. It is human nature to make mistakes, but making an apology is not. There are some who find it easy to apologize and there are some who find it extremely difficult. admitting your mistake is a bitter ...
Views: 591 - The Power of Confidence - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraConfidence is the firm belief in your skills and abilities. It is a powerful word. And confidence could determine whether or not you would succeed in attaining your goals in life. People usually and consistently make adjustments and necessary changes, they take action, and they get results and ...
Views: 561 - The Powers of Positivity - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraAn aspect of Self Talk which is the Law of Attraction is one of the most powerful and cogent laws which helped form or contour the course of human evolution right from the beginning of mankinds existence up to this present day. Man can never alienate nor isolate himself from what situations or ...
Views: 716 - The Pros of Web Site Development - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraMany business owners online and offline recognize the importance of having a web site as part of their marketing. In the past years, business owners would either hire an amateur web designer or learn web site development all by themselves in order to save on cost. These low cost methods were the ...
Views: 488 - The Pursuit Of Happiness Through Marriage - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraHappiness is synonymous to having a sound health and a calm mind. It is a valuable present and the pursuit of happiness should make us look at the love around us. It should also direct us to look within our hearts. Despite living in a nuclear society nowadays, man is still a social being and all ...
Views: 667 - The Rationale Behind Motivation - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraHow do you define motivation--or how does it work? If you try to search or find it in the dictionary or any thesaurus, it may give definitions that describe the ‘stir to action’, or the ‘inner drive’ in taking the first step to do something. For instance, “I need ...
Views: 3397 - The Reason Behind Our Specific Food Cravings - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraIt is a fact of life that we all have food cravings in general—and it’s called hunger. There are actually all kinds of cravings of certain foods which could be caused by a nutritional deficiency, a habit, or can even be caused by our emotions. Some people would crave food when they lack ...
Views: 716 - The Reason Personal Finances are Hard to Understand - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2008 from Menno SpijkstraEinstein's Theory of Relatively can be understood only by a few great minds located on different parts of the world. Personal finance, on the other hand, can be understood by plenty individuals everywhere – but that doesn't mean everybody. To date, there are still lot's of humans, like ...
Views: 523 - The Secret that Holds the Law of Attraction - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2008 from Menno SpijkstraWhat is the law of attraction all about and how can we use it to our advantage? Is there really a secret to the mysterious law of attraction? Many people wonder, why is it some people seem to attract abundance without even knowing it, while some remained unsuccessful although they try their very ...
Views: 746 - The Shrouded Misunderstanding of Prostate Cancer - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraWith the complex, modern lifestyle that men have to keep up with, it may not be surprising that a significant proportion of the male populace is beset by threatening and deadly diseases. Being constantly exposed to high stress conditions and the inability to be conscientious about their health, ...
Views: 807 - The Significance Of Business Coaching - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraCoaching in business could do many beneficial things. It could help you to hone your God given natural skills. But for a professional business coach, it is understood that several persons in the world of business are quite antagonistic and skeptic towards this type of industry. Why you may ask, ...
Views: 1027 - The Soothing Healing Power of Body Massage Oil - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraTo soothe, to ease, to calm, to relax. Such words are the magic offered by massage therapy and aromatherapy. In this hectic and hurrying society where stress has become and inherent aspect of daily living, the distressed populace is perpetually in search of means to comfort and relieve the ...
Views: 1705 - The Spiritual Root Causes of Problems in Life - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThe root causes of the problems in our life. In this article, we discuss the function of the realm of spirituality regarding the difficulties in or lives. Ignorance regarding the existence and role of the spiritual dimension and understanding its duties in our difficulties would only frustrate ...
Views: 1351 - The Steps To Performing A Secret Dna Testing - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Menno SpijkstraPaternity tests can be done in much simpler procedures if only DNA samples were secretly acquired from other individuals’ personal stuff and belongings like combs, bandages and toothbrush. Hmmm...sounds quite sneaky, isn’t it? To get other people’s DNA samples by this means and tactics-- but ...
Views: 1050 - The Top 3 Things To Try To Relieve Stress - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraIn our world today, people just have too much in their hands that they lose sight of some of those things which are somewhat important to their well being. As a matter of fact, stress management tips are fast becoming something we constantly look for when we do get some time. That is because ...
Views: 1096 - The Top 3 Unmistakable Signs Of Attraction Not To Be Missed - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraYou may not be aware of it, but you may be ignoring (though unintentionally) some signs of attraction that an admirer might be sending you. There are some people who are simply observant and they easily pick on some of the signs of attraction others are giving them. But then again, there are ...
Views: 1043 - The Trend That Is Video Webcasting - by Submitted on May 03, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraVideo webcasting is flooding the internet these days especially those news media sites. Instead of just the pure text news reporting, these web sites have news or reports on videos as if you are watching television over the net. That’s how fantastic the internet is nowadays. Video webcasting is ...
Views: 473 - The Truth About Anticipating Grief - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThe thought and feeling that our loved one is going to die is never a consoling fact. Hence, anticipating grief is not an easy thing to do for everyone else involved. Anticipating grief is the period during which a family member or a patient is expected to die. This sorrow is somewhat the same ...
Views: 845 - The Truth About Life Coaching - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2008 from Menno SpijkstraLife coaching. The phrase may sound new and strange, for why would anybody want their lives to be coached? By someone else? Maybe to some, coaches sound too sporty or academic, because at first, coaches may be just for athletes preparing for a big game or championship. Or a student about to take ...
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