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New View, New You, New Life - by Rob White5 Primal Principles of Communication - by Rob White- Let Us Dare To Dream - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2009 from Michael DennisLet Us Dare To Dream Namaste! Let us stop and breathe in the sweet fragrances and beauty that Mother Nature so freely offers each of us and express our gratitude. Nature’s bounteous, colorful cornucopia reminds us that it is time to dream bigger. It is time to have our soul aroused, our ...
Views: 1439(3 votes) - Winner Takes it All - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2009 from Lori SnyderHave you ever had two thoughts about one situation? And were those thoughts both positive and negative? When I recently had such an opposing thought, it really started me thinking about how our thoughts impact our lives. Think about it, a few of the great universal laws ruling our wonderful ...
Views: 1538(7 votes) - How Are You Dealing with the New Normal? - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2009 from Dawn AngierHow Are You Dealing with the New Normal? We live in a constant state of change. Many people are calling it The New Normal because it's now become normal for things to no longer be normal. Some changes are significant and some aren't. Some changes are obvious and some are ...
Views: 1107(3 votes) - Junk, Stuff and Health - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2009 from Carrie FlehartyEach day I park in my driveway, and wish that I could park my car in the garage. Each day I say to myself, "You need to get rid of this stuff. You don't need it, and you're not using it. Either take it and give it away or sell it at a garage sale. Just do something." Have you ever had those ...
Views: 1138(3 votes) - Consciously Choose Your Social System - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2009 from Iyabo AsaniWe human beings are social beings. Oftentimes, we forget that we are social beings. It is important to remember this, not just when there is a loss of some sort in our lives but all the time. When you are too busy pursuing your career and financial goals, you loose your ability to connect with ...
Views: 1763(5 votes) - How To Experience More Abundance Naturally. - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2009 from Iyabo AsaniEspecially in the Western world, we equate having a lot of material things with success. Although there is a definite trend towards a more Eastern approach to living life, it can be difficult to let go of old patterns that have served us for a long time as we pursue success. Material things are ...
Views: 1761(4 votes) - How Do You Define Success? - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2009 from Iyabo AsaniDo you know that the more successful you feel now, the more success you will experience later? What is something you always wanted to do but never took the time to do? For example, surfing, attending cooking classes, taking a photography class. Think of something fun and childlike and not ...
Views: 1938(3 votes) - How to Develop Conscious Habits. - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2009 from Iyabo AsaniAs you go about the project of reinventing your life, one key factor is to develop new habits and shed the old ones that no longer serve you. It is difficult to let go of an old habit unless you replace it with a new habit. Get your emotions involved in creating a new habit and you will have a ...
Views: 2436(4 votes) - Live Purposefully To Discover Your True North. - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2009 from Iyabo AsaniMany of my clients ask me how they discover their life purpose. It took some time to really think through how I can communicate how you go about discovering your life purpose because it has been an intuitive process for me. First, understand that you have a wealth of wisdom within. Second, ...
Views: 1856(4 votes) - You Can Make It Happen! - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2009 from Kenneth Van LiewToday, we are faced with many challenges, both personal and financial; but how we handle these challenges will determine our future. In every case, the basic stimulus for these challenges is the same. We want to do things differently, better, improving ourselves and our circumstances or both. ...
Views: 1258(10 votes) - ***Oops I Did It Again:The Zombie Tune of Repeated Unwanted Experiences - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteStarting to think life is a merry-go-round? Have you lost or quit a job every couple of years with the excuse that your boss is a jerk or you're bored out of your mind? Have you noticed a revolving door-like structure to your personal relationships? Do you move your residence from place to ...
Views: 1606(5 votes) - 12 Ideas For Thriving In The Future - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2009 from Janet ChristensenI recently heard a presentation by Jim Carroll, a Canadian futurist, made to a group of business people from the technology sector. He affirmed what we all know – that things are evolving at a rapid pace. For example: The volume of knowledge is doubling every 8 years. A person taking a science ...
Views: 1410(3 votes) - ***Stuck? You May Have Eyes Wide Shut Syndrome - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteI was enjoying a lovely dinner last night at a little French restaurant at The Farmer's Market in Los Angeles last night when I overheard a neighboring conversation. Ok, I was deliberately eavesdropping. I admit it. Those who know me already know that listening to how other people think is a ...
Views: 1629(4 votes) - Can't Get No Satisfaction - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowSuch a famous line made popular by the one and only Rolling Stones and so extremely true in some areas of our lives. Should we be searching for contentment and pleasure in our lives? You bet we should! Should we be finding fulfillment in our day-to-day happenings? Why in heavens name not?! ...
Views: 1158(5 votes) - The Spirit To Overcome Failure - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2009 from Jamar CamperBusiness failure. Let's face it is not fun to deal with. It can affect one's life in very dramatic ways. So many times, we hear successful people say "never give up" and encouraging to keep on going. But being realistic, that's easier said than done. Some people have never had to deal with the ...
Views: 626(4 votes) - Stress Response System: The Level of Stress You Feel Is Within Your Realm of Control - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2009 from Jill PrinceWhat do you know about your stress hormones and how they are produced in the body? We all have a lot of room to move in terms of how much stress we feel at any given time. Are you from the CroMagnon period? Maybe you’ve been in a relationship with a cave dweller (been there, done that), but ...
Views: 1157(6 votes) - Casting: Change the Present, Heal the Future - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2009 from Malana AshlieHumanity is generally terrified, as well as mystified, by the unseen forces that affect our daily lives. Written scripture teaches us not to put our faith or importance on the physical world but our authorities throughout history (leaders of religions, governments, houses of learning) condemn ...
Views: 1525(4 votes) - How Subliminal Expectation and Anxiety (SEA) controls our lives. - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2009 from Ordin AshlieThe SEA What’s in a name? Other than the letters S-E-A being the initials of the system we are discussing, we chose the sea as an analogy, and refer to it because of the inherent symbolism and significance the sea offers to humanity. The system of Subliminal Expectation and Anxiety we will ...
Views: 2295(2 votes) - Creating a Migraine-Friendly Home Environment - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2009 from Megan OltmanWhen I was a kid one of the games my brother and sister and I used to love to play on a Saturday was the Farm Game. It involved the Encyclopedia, and a pad and pen. We designed an imaginary farm for the three of us to live on and run, and we would draw it and plan it, and use the Encyclopedia to ...
Views: 1554(4 votes) - Do You Feed Negativity? - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2009 from Joyce Shafer, Book DoctorWhen negativity knocks at your door, do you recognize it and send it away? Or do you invite it in for dinner, or worse, to stay with you as long as it likes—possibly for your lifetime? First, be clear that being the manager of negativity in your life isn’t about the fact you have negative ...
Views: 5281(25 votes) - Battling the Bully - Standing Up for Yourself with Confidence and Assertiveness - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2009 from Sharon MikrutWhen I was young, there was a girl who was a year younger and a foot taller than me. She bullied me for approximately two years. One day something inside of me snapped; I decided I wasn’t going to take her abuse any longer and stood up to her. Unfortunately, our confrontation ended in a fight, ...
Views: 3963(3 votes) - Fakin' It? Not Really Makin' It? - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteAs I was driving along the Malibu coast Paul Simon's "Fakin' It" blared through the radio. I had the volume cranked because I had the top down and was singing loudly and badly along with the song. It's such fun to let go and sing, especially if the sound of your voice could turn wine into ...
Views: 1498(6 votes) - Learning to Enjoy The Holidays No Matter Where You Are - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2009 from Laurie McAnaughIt's the time of year where we are reminded of all we have to be thankful for. For many, this time of year can also be very draining as it sometimes brings forth difficult memories and painful feelings of inadequacy as families come together. Do you ever ask yourself, "Why do I behave ...
Views: 1132(4 votes) - How To Process Grief. - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2009 from Iyabo AsaniIn midlife, you find yourself facing multiple events that can be quite overwhelming. Sometimes, because life is so busy, you may not take the time to process grief. If a parent dies, or someone significant, we know to process grief. However, many times other tumultuous events happen and life ...
Views: 1794 - Using Powerful Questions To Be More Positive. - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2009 from Iyabo AsaniDid you know that you have over 60,000 thoughts every day? Inevitably, you think many of the same thoughts over and over each day and then the next day. What are those thoughts about? Are they helping you or hindering you? Whatever you feed your brain is what your brain feeds your body and ...
Views: 1766 - The Chakra System Extends Beyond Your Body. - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2009 from Iyabo AsaniAs you discover and understand the body’s chakra system, you will discover values principles and tools that will enable to you to create the life and business of your dreams. Your Chakra system refers to a system of energy flow in your body. Your body is intuitive and it speaks to you. You ...
Views: 1711(2 votes) - Because Everyone is Saying It, Doesn't Make It Right - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2009 from Avil BeckfordHave you ever used a piece of information you saw floating around everywhere without checking its accuracy? If you have, do not feel badly, because most people do exactly what you do. Most assume that because everyone is saying it makes it right. A few years ago, I interviewed a business ...
Views: 2146(4 votes) - How Do You Limit Yourself? - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2009 from Avil BeckfordAre we hardwired to automatically place limits on ourselves? We set limits on our earning potential, on how much we can accomplish in life. We are either too young or too old, have too much or too little education and the reasons go on and on about why we cannot do something. Many of us suffer ...
Views: 3813(4 votes) - ***Life Stinks? How To Detach From Your Garbage Truck - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteLife stinks. If that statement bubbled up in your thoughts recently then you may be attached to life decaying garbage truck thinking. Simply put, if you stuff your mind with garbage you will create stinky outcomes. If you focus upon all that is bad in your life you will only add to the ...
Views: 1952 - Watch the Road, Not the Pot Holes - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2009 from M.J. Ryan“The longer we dwell on our misfortunes, the greater is their power to harm us.” --Voltaire Lana Calloway is president of Exhibit Resources, a company that does design, construction, and installation of trade show exhibits. Following the 9/11 terrorist attacks, Lana and many of her clients ...
Views: 1613(2 votes) - Deliberately Choose How You Want To Live Your Life - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2009 from Iyabo AsaniThis article asks the question, "Is your life worth living?" This simple question, when asked often, creates more abundance in your life. Here are practical tools to remind yourself that you are in control of creating a wonderful quality of life regardless of your circumstances. Many people ...
Views: 2543 - Escape - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2009 from Fireflies Team"Shut up!” Wham! Slap! Scream! If only these words were from a movie. . . How had she ever gotten to this place in her life? The fear for herself and her children was worse than the physical and emotional pain. The panic welled up inside again as she realized what she had to do. For 12 ...
Views: 903(2 votes) - “Something’s got to change….” - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2009 from Stephanie FrankEvery year about this time, I start thinking about what my theme word will be for next year. Then, in December, I will take the last 2 weeks and reflect, review and clean up whatever I need to in order to keep thing rolling. This year has definitely been a year of high-impact change. ...
Views: 1599(1 vote) - The Best Halloween Costume Ever! - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteI love Halloween. It is perhaps the most empowering holiday of the year. For fun, think of the person you admired most when you were a child. It could be Spiderman (or any other movie character - animated or not). It could be a favorite character in a book, a celebrity, a favorite Aunt or ...
Views: 1664(5 votes) - Treble Your Income? Why Not Get Your Priorities Right?! - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2009 from Willie HortonFrom time to time I take a look at what "competitor" websites are offering in the so-called personal development or self-help sector. After all, we all need to know what we're up against - and we all need to put bread on the table. But how much bread should that be? Because, what I've found is ...
Views: 1659(2 votes) - How to Stay Open During Times of Change - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2009 from Lynn Fishman RNOne of the keys that I have found helps me immensely during periods of change, is the ability to surrender to what is, no matter how unsettling it may feel. I simply allow the situation to become part of the greater plan. I remain flexible and shift gears if necessary, perhaps revaluating my ...
Views: 1602(2 votes) - ***Stuck in WTF? How to Unstick and Flow - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteYou've worked long and hard at developing and honing your craft. You've put your fears aside and went to audition after audition even for roles you knew you didn't have much of a chance of landing. You've struggled yet managed to keep a roof over your head and food in your belly. You even got ...
Views: 1623(1 vote) - What's The Best Way of Expressing Your Anger? - by Submitted on May 27, 2010 from Dr. Jeanette RaymondDo you feel ashamed when you lash out at the people you love the most? Do you wish you could erase it for ever and be free of this beastly emotion? That’s because there is a taboo against feeling and expressing anger, particularly if done in a loud, over the top and explosive way. We don’t ...
Views: 2476(7 votes) - ***Actress Emily Blunt - A Power of Intention Master - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteActress Emily Blunt walked into her audition and firmly announced "I'm here to play Queen Victoria and I'm not leaving until you give me the job". She then focused and commanded every scrap of energy and talent within her to deliver her best performance possible and did not leave that audition ...
Views: 1843(4 votes) - Get Your Head in the Game - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2009 from Willie HortonHow did you start your day today? When you leaped out of bed, were you ready and alert for all today will offer or did you drag yourself out of bed on automatic pilot, and lurch into the bathroom in the normal early morning daze. If, of course, you were awoken by an alarm clock, then you ...
Views: 4034(2 votes) - Designing Life: One Layer at a Time - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2009 from Dr. Deana MurphyLately I've been diligently thinking about making a conscious effort to think and say only the things I want to really show up in my life. It isn't a difficult process. Challenging, well perhaps. It's similar to replacing a recipe with a new one for a favorite dish that's been used all of my ...
Views: 1178(5 votes) - Tolerating Poor Behaviour from Others - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2011 from Lisa PhillipsWithin the article, I don’t plan to go into all the details of why some people tolerate poor behaviour more than others, but I do plan to give you a few key concepts which may help you put appropriate boundaries in place when dealing with such people. On the whole, we often attempt to be kind ...
Views: 3510(4 votes) - The Enigma of the Subconscious Mind Control - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2010 from Andre ZiziWhy is there so much emphasis on the subconscious reprogramming? Why do celebrities hire hypnotists and therapist? Why sports Olympics are coached by sports psychologist? Why do scientists still study the mind? Well, consider this, the average adults has the subconscious development like ...
Views: 4074(4 votes) - The Viral Belief that Plugs into our Brain at Night - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2010 from Andre ZiziThe way the entity of viral beliefs plugs itself into our brain, and damage our full potential, is so different from how our brain is actually wired, and designed to empower you. Each night, you are vulnerable when you fall asleep as the entities of the viral beliefs pervade our nervous system, ...
Views: 1765(3 votes) - Fear - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Stephanie FrankLet’s take a close look at the concept of fear. Not fun, you say? Fear isn’t your problem, you say? Are you sure? Or is that denial talking? Like many people, I had unconsciously run much of my life based on my fears. I was always finding excuses for my self-defeating behavior, unfortunate ...
Views: 1524(3 votes) - What do you want? - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Stephanie Frank“What do you want?” I call this the four words that move you forward. I find that most people have never really taken the time to sit down and ask themselves this question, and then not only see themselves with what it is they really want, but imagine their future with no limits. Can you do ...
Views: 1389(4 votes) - Living Your Purpose and Mission – A Three Step Plan - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Stephanie FrankAre you living your purpose? Do you know your mission? “What am I here for? What is my purpose, in this lifetime?” You may be asking yourself these questions. More and more people are these days. There have been hundreds of books written on this important and debatable subject. Suppose I ...
Views: 1519(3 votes) - The Search For a Hidden Treasure! - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Suzanne McKennaAs some of you may already know I am currently studying to become a teacher of meditation, a journey which has opened me up to a new and exciting world. This week I wanted to share with you one of my learning’s on this wonderful journey. A journey which for me has only just begun. One ...
Views: 958(2 votes) - The Law (and Power) of Belief - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Craig LockArticle Title: The Law (and Power) of Belief Author: Craig Lock (Eagle Productions Books) Category: Belief, faith, Spiritual Growth, Spiritual Laws Spirituality Web Site: http://www.myspace.com/writercraig Other Articles are available at: ...
Views: 1057(6 votes) - Tap Into Creative Flow Through Humor - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteChildhood is often referred to as a carefree and playful time enjoyed without a thought of responsibility. However, a more accurate look at the average youth experience reveals that children experience quite a bit of emotional and sometimes physical pain. Many children who live such a ...
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