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- 5 Tips to Successful Real Estate Investing - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from nancy geilsAs a real estate investor you want to be successful; you want to make more money by buying and selling homes. Whether you've done it before or you're just starting out, here are 5 tips that you must put into practice if you want to be successful. Tip #1 – Automate: Many new real estate ...
Views: 759(2 votes) - A Radical Idea - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2009 from Fireflies TeamMuhammad walked slowly down the muddy road in Bangladesh, his heart breaking as starved faces gazed at him pitifully, their blank eyes begging for help. Children who should be playing in the streets were laying helplessly, their life ebbing away from starvation. He knew that most of them would ...
Views: 837(2 votes) - A Tribute to Music... - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsEvery day I walk to work...to and from takes about a total of 40 minutes. This gives me a lot of one on one time with my IPod. I have over a thousand songs on my IPod...everything from Michael Jackson to U2 to Rihanna to Andrea Bocelli...you could say I have eclectic taste in music. There is ...
Views: 834(2 votes) - How to Live Without Asterisks - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsPost written by Alex Blackwell. Connect with me on Facebook or follow me on Twitter. I don’t want to leave anything on the field. On my last day, I want to be carried off with my chin strap still tightly fastened. I don’t want to come off the field knowing I didn’t live my life to the ...
Views: 722(2 votes) - How to Turn the Ordinary into the Extra-ordinary (from Charles Price) - by Submitted on May 28, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: How to Turn the Ordinary into the Extra-ordinary (from Charles Price) Shared by: Craig Lock Category (key words/tags): Spiritual Growth, Faith, Christianity, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Charles Price, Living Truth, Thoughts on Jesus, Empowerment, Transformation, Quotations, Thoughts, ...
Views: 905(2 votes) - It's the "Feel Good" Article of the Day! - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Simeon JohnsonTHE PRAISE IS POURING IN FOR YOU’RE A WORTHWHILE PERSON IN MORE WAYS THAN A MILLION. Why are First Lady Michelle Obama, President Emeritus Bill Clinton, Golf Legend Tiger Woods, and Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg PROFUSELY THANKING SIMEON W. JOHNSON? The philosopher Seneca said it ...
Views: 1140(2 votes) - Reveal and Heal - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Chrissy KohlerThe magical power of a band-aid. Once applied, to a child, the hurt and pain instantly defuses and they are left healed and ready for the next adventure … Doesn’t matter the kind of band-aid – name brand vs. dollar store, Scooby Doo vs. Hello Kitty, to a child they hold power; the kind of power ...
Views: 1627(4 votes) - Self-motivation is a Must for All Leaders - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2013 from Pat Heydlauff“People often say motivation doesn’t last. Well, neither does bathing – that’s why we recommend it daily,” said Zig Ziglar, motivational speaker and author of See You at the Top. Leaders are always susceptible to personal motivation and inspiration-drain because they are constantly motivating ...
Views: 1390(2 votes) - The Art of Play - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2013 from Joeel A. RiveraDo you remember what it was like to play as a child? A time when you had no worries and completely enjoyed the now? Close your eyes, take a deep breath, and for a moment remember one of your best childhood experiences and try to relive it. Remember what you were doing, the sounds, the people (if ...
Views: 1300(2 votes) - The Inner Wingman - Your Job Search Starts With You - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2009 from Waldo WaldmanIt's Friday night and you're stressed our perusing the web searching for job leads. In just two weeks you will be on terminal leave from the military and you're nervous. The economy is in shambles, jobless rates are at an all time high, and you have zero experience in the corporate world. To ...
Views: 863(2 votes) - The Memory Box - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2009 from Bill McLeodWhen the kid’s mom passed away I had so many emotions rushing through me. Anger, anxiety, fear, concern and sorrow were just a few to mention. I was not at all prepared for her passing. My only concern at the time was what the hell do we do now? I believed that I was mentally prepared for ...
Views: 1636(2 votes) - The Quiet in the City - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsI took a walk today with a friend through Cambridge, the city I live in. We've been inundated here lately with snow and freezing weather. Today was milder, sunny, and almost like spring if you squinted and pretended. I saw a sign on a post that someone had strung with silk autumn leaves, like ...
Views: 586(2 votes) - What Does Success Mean to You? - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Ligia HoubenWhat Does Success Mean to You? By Ligia M. Houben, MA, CG-C, CT, CH, ACCP Life Transitions Consultant and Coach Certified Grief Counselor Professional Speaker-Author "Success is hard work disguised as good luck." -Julio C. Martínez A. When you hear the word "success" what comes to ...
Views: 2055(2 votes) - What's your vision? Create a vision board to help determine what you really want - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Christina HollisterYou were born with potential You were born with goodness and trust You were born with ideals and dreams You were born with greatness You were born with wings You are not meant for crawling, so don’t. You have wings Learn to use them, and Fly." ~Rumi (1207-1273) When I was around 11 or ...
Views: 3537(4 votes) - Words of Wisdom: Affirmations - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThe words we speak and think hold great sway over the kind of life that we create for ourselves. Many people live their lives plagued by negative thoughts and never even realize this. They tell themselves and others that they are doomed to fail, not good enough, or not worthy of love, yet they ...
Views: 1378(2 votes) - Let Go and Let God-- A Spring Cleaning Affirmation - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsI first learned of this valuable strategy from my good friend and mentor Richard Sutphen, author of Radical Spirituality. Many try to change outer circumstances instead of working with the law of attraction and changing their inner world. Often trying to change the outer world will work ...
Views: 2150(5 votes) - Give and Fill Your Jar! - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2010 from Saritza ZambranaI feel so much curiosity when people describe themselves as "giving persons". And there is a question that seems to be out of sight. And that question is: what is it you give? The same thing occurs every time a leader describes himself as a committed person. And then their results show a ...
Views: 1730(8 votes) - From Transformational Acting: A Step Beyond - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Sande ShurinAn Inside Look at This Acting Technique Created By Sande Shurin I began to develop a new acting technique in 1979/1980; rather it began to create itself through me – and it continues to do so. “Transformational Acting: A Step Beyond” is a book about the formative years of myself, this ...
Views: 2367(3 votes) - Is That Glass Of Water Half Full Or Half Empty? - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2009 from Daniel HerznerBy nature, human beings are impatient. We want good things to show up in our lives and we want them to show up now. Let's face it, we live in a microwave society – we don't want to wait around for anything. When it takes longer than expected for goodness to materialize, frustration sets ...
Views: 3207(7 votes) - A Story of Forgiveness: The Legacy of Amy Biehl - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: A Story of Forgiveness: The Legacy of Amy Biehl Submitted by: Craig Lock Craig's new blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at newbooksbycraiglock.wordpress.com Craig's blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is ...
Views: 2155(1 vote) - It's in OUR Hands to Give Peace a Chance - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2010 from Craig Lock"We share what we know, so that we all may grow." Submitter's Note: I came across these most uplifting words by a young New Zealand student… and they fitted perfectly into the book I’m working on and the central themes of the manuscript Though you may perhaps see these writings through ...
Views: 996(1 vote) - Sharing a Few Thoughts in a Tribute to the Great Man that is Nelson Mandela - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: Sharing a Few Thoughts in a Tribute to the Great Man that is Nelson Mandela. Submitted by: Craig Lock Category/Subject: Nelson Mandela, 'Madiba', forgiveness, peace, social and political issues/problems Web Site: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 Blogs: ...
Views: 1231(1 vote) - USE THE INTERNET TO HELP BUILD A BETTER WORLD - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: USE THE INTERNET TO HELP BUILD A BETTER WORLD Author: Craig Lock Category (key words): Internet Marketing, Internet, WWW, Trends, Inspiration, Empowerment, "Entrepreneurship", Business Vision Web Site: https://www.xinxii.com/asresults.php?s4=craig+lock&sid=1 The submitter's ...
Views: 980(2 votes) - "Somewhat of a Review" of the Film: 'CATCH A FIRE' and Sharing a few Personal Thoughts - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: "Somewhat of a Review" of the Film: 'CATCH A FIRE' and Sharing a few Personal Thoughts (written by Shawn Slovo and her producer sister, Robyn) Submitted and shared by Craig Lock Web site: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from his ...
Views: 2189(1 vote) - 'As a Man Thinketh' by James Allen (from Inspirational Books - Part Three) - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: 'As a Man Thinketh' by James Allen (from Inspirational Books - Part Three) Submitted by Craig Lock Category (Key words): Success, James Allen, Mind, Mindpower, Mind Control, Thought, Power of Thought, Motivation, Inspiration, Inspirational Books (enough there now) Web site: ...
Views: 815(1 vote) - 5 Factors As to why Chasing after Good results May Keep You Poor - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2010 from Albert MeloRecently ive gone through a post created by Steve Errey and submitted on Copy Blogger greatly revealing 5 Factors As to why Attempting in order to be Prosperous Will Keep You Poor, that I desired to reveal it right here in expectations that it sets off an epiphany in your life and within your ...
Views: 1436(1 vote) - A 'Review' of the New Film: "CATCH A FIRE" and Sharing a few Thoughts on Forgiveness - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: A 'Review' of the New Film: "CATCH A FIRE" and Sharing a few Thoughts on Forgiveness (written by Shawn Slovo and her producer sister, Robyn) . Submitted and shared by Craig Lock Web site: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from ...
Views: 2213(1 vote) - A Hundred Monkeys - by Submitted on May 17, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsEmu was a monkey. She lived on a small island with about a hundred of her kind. Barely visible on the horizon were other islands with more monkeys. She never saw them, nor did they ever see her. But they were of the same species and shared similar lives and behaviors. Of course, it was not her ...
Views: 1229(1 vote) - A Message from God - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsEvery new born child is a message from God that he has not lost faith in man wrote Tagore. The quote was sent to me by a dear friend upon the birth of Agastya Noor. I guess even the cynics would admit this, particularly when you look deep into the eyes of a young life. At that moment not a ...
Views: 715(1 vote) - A Model, A Possible Template for Peace Negotiations Around the World - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: A Model, A Possible Template for Peace Negotiations Around the World Author Name: Craig Lock Category (key words): “Inspiration”, peace, negotiation, peace negotiations, peace strategy, leadership, South Africa, inspirational writings. Web Site: ...
Views: 944(1 vote) - A “REVIEW” OF THE BOOK 'Three Wishes: Palestinian and Israeli Children Speak' - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: A “REVIEW” OF THE BOOK 'Three Wishes: Palestinian and Israeli Children Speak' Shared by Craig Lock Web site: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at ...
Views: 3706(1 vote) - Abraham Maslow’s Self-Actualizer - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from Intent.com Authors“Musicians must make music, artists must paint, poets must write if they are to be ultimately at peace with themselves. What human beings can be, they must be. They must be true to their own nature. This need we may call self-actualization... It refers to man’s desire for self-fulfillment, ...
Views: 647(1 vote) - Abundant Beauty - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIt’s that time of year in Arizona when the Northern Mockingbird again claims its territory as he seeks a mate, and I have been lucky enough to be blessed with one who has claimed my back yard! I just LOVE listening to this bird sing his heart out every night, all night long, with his trills, and ...
Views: 702(1 vote) - Action For The Sake of What? - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from Eva GregoryAction for the sake of what? Most of us are running around with a long to-do list in our heads. Some of you who are more organized have yours down on paper or your computer. Action is important because without it, nothing would happen. The question is, are you leveraging your actions for ...
Views: 1257(1 vote) - Are You Careful or Careless? - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from Eva GregoryAre You Careful or Careless? By Eva Gregory, CPCC The average adult typically utters 40,000 words each day, according to a study performed by Professor Robin Dunbar of Liverpool University. A substantial amount, but have you actually considered how valuable words are? What about how powerful ...
Views: 2294(1 vote) - Be A Mentor And Share Your Wisdom - by Submitted on May 27, 2012 from Chris HammerI’d like to say that when I was younger I knew exactly what I was doing with my life and where I was going – but the truth is that in the early years I really just sort of ‘wandered about’ without any clear direction or defined goals. And I do believe that some of the paths I did have in mind ...
Views: 1056(1 vote) - Brave Spirits: Remembering Who We Are - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsMost of us are familiar with the idea that we are not human beings having spiritual experiences; instead, we are spiritual beings having human experiences. We hear this and even though we may experience a resounding yes in our bodies, we may not take the time to really acknowledge the truth of ...
Views: 840(1 vote) - Can't Wait - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2009 from Fireflies TeamIn each instance below, you will read about teenagers and the adults who believed in them, cooperating and working together to change the world. • Clifton, age 13, and other Wisconsin teens started out three years ago to make their disadvantaged farming town more kid-friendly. The community ...
Views: 825(1 vote) - Change - Here's How! - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2009 from Mary Lee Gannon,Nobody said change was easy. That's why most people don't do it. But there is a deeper reason as to why it is hard that if understood, will lead you to action that will bring you new habits and sustainable results. When you evolve and grow as a person you start with: 1) VALUES which create ...
Views: 1619(3 votes) - Connecting Children - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2009 from Intent.com Authors"Children will not remember you for the material things you provided but for the feeling that you cherished them." ~ Richard L. Evans In three days, I am returning to the Dominican Republic and am super excited!! Partly because the Canadian winter is harsh and I am ready to thaw but ...
Views: 732(1 vote) - Diary of a Creative Mind - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2009 from Tama KievesWeek One: Get a creative idea and the slightest bit of encouragement and feel on top of the world, burning, singing, dancing, and feeling as though it all makes sense now and everything will come together. You are magnificent. You will be rich. Life is so beautiful. You will never be stopped. ...
Views: 987(1 vote) - Don’t Allow Your Commitment to Comfort Rob You Of Success! - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2011 from Cari WollmerEverything in our lives is connected. On the surface it might appear we have a problem in one area of our lives when really the problem stems from a different area of our lives. My friend Chris experienced this firsthand. As a business owner he was struggling to GROW his business. After ...
Views: 985(1 vote) - Don’t Be Discouraged: The Story is Not Over Yet - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2011 from S. Evette GardnerWhat is the purpose of Life? There is no answer to this question when it is intended in the great cosmic sense - as in why does Life exist? Or where does Life come from? Life has no reason for being. It is beyond all justifications. Life simply Is and that is all. There can be no arguing this ...
Views: 1365(1 vote) - Eat Pray Love: Lessons for Nonprofits - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2010 from Yancey ArtsIn the motion picture Eat Pray Love, Julia Roberts brings to the screen the real-life story of Elizabeth (Liz) Gilbert, a journalist who embarked upon a year-long journey of self-discovery and spiritual enlightenment. After conjuring the strength to end a loveless marriage, Liz eats in Italy, ...
Views: 1339(3 votes) - Expand and Deepen Your Vision - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsEverything in this universe happens according to a pattern, a cycle, with precision. Whether that pattern or cycle occurs once every 24 hours like the earth’s rotation for day and night, or every six hours like the tides in accordance to the moon’s place in orbit, every three months for a change ...
Views: 944(1 vote) - Find Happiness - By Bringing the Pain - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Doug HartGood day, I would like to talk today about something I read recently concerning happiness, or better still, the lack of it. Normally when we think of pursuing happiness it’s within the context of striving for something positive in life, such as a goal, an ideal, a behavior, or something ...
Views: 1182(1 vote) - Five Summer projects to unleash your kids’ creativity – and yours too - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2010 from Babs ChandrasomaFive Summer projects to unleash your kids’ creativity – and yours too by Alex Hiam, author, Business Innovation For Dummies Arts and crafts are, like anything else, more or less creative depending on the approach you take. To use art as a way to strengthen your imagination and boost your ...
Views: 1650(1 vote) - Four Rocks to Grasp in Life - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThe coffee shop a few blocks from my house recently closed. On nights when I wanted to have a couple of hours to get some writing done, I would pack-up my laptop and head to this inspirational sanctuary. It never really occurred to me I would arrive one night and find it closed. Likewise, ...
Views: 660(1 vote) - From My Heart to Yours.... - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2009 from Joanna LindenbaumYou are a daughter of the earth, a lover, a mother, an artist, a daughter, a friend, a healer....a woman. You are complete already, whole unto yourself. Your heart is the barometer for what is right in your life. You have choice. Choice is freedom. At any moment, you can choose to step ...
Views: 899(1 vote) - Have You Decided To Be Happy? - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2010 from Dr. LaVerne Adekunle“Have you Decided to Be Happy?” Happiness is a state of the mind. Therefore one must decide to be happy. It is an emotion that can be controlled. However, the focus should not be limited to if one obtains tangible things. For example, I will be happy if I get a house, a car, or a higher ...
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