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- TAKING ACCOUNTABILITY FOR OUR LIFE EXPERIENCE - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Cari MurphyTaking ACCOUNTABILITY for Our Life Experience Accountability is a word that can trigger immediate feelings of being scolded, yet if we actively reframe the definition of that word in a more expansive way, it can be very empowering. The word accountability actually has two words buried within ...
Views: 2228(1 vote) - FREEDOM, Are we really FREE to think and act by ourselves? - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Patricia AnayaI’m free to think, speak and act in my own way and yes, I have the freedom to be wrong and learn from that. We live in a free world and it is supposed that we have the freedom to choose what we want to think, be or do. The reality is that we live in a very conditioned world influenced by the ...
Views: 4491 - Maui, Hawaii – An Unexpected Treasure for Wine Connoisseurs - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Marquita HeraldMaui, Hawaii doesn’t normally come to mind when thinking about fine wines, but here on the lush slopes of a dormant volcano you’ll find a truly unique vineyard . . . an unexpected treasure for wine connoisseurs where the labels on the wine bottles are works of art, the tasting room is a cottage ...
Views: 1010 - Dude! What's My Sign? - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2011 from Daniel ToopsDude! What’s My Sign? Talk about an identity crisis. Millions of people are now in the proverbial quagmire of finding themselves! With the recent news that the zodiac signs have shifted and what you once thought you were may not be applicable people are daunted and want answers!!! In fact the ...
Views: 1188 - One Simple Act of Healing - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2011 from Aernout ZevenbergenPsychology is a fascinating field of study. Could I choose my University education again, I'd probably add the study of the psyche to my Political Science. Why do people do what they do? What are the stories we tell ourselves? What happens in that mind of mine? How does the boundary look ...
Views: 1273(1 vote) - Celebrate YOU! - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2011 from Val WilcoxDo you realize how totally awesome you are! Yes, I’m talking to you. Many start along the path of self discovery and self improvement when they have become fed up with the life they’re living. In the beginning, focus is on career, raising a family, buying a house, fitting into roles you ...
Views: 1138 - Do Psychic Readings For a Living - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Green BushPsychics who work for themselves have their own individual lifestyle. They work when they want and have lots of freedom. You can follow in their footsteps if you chose to work hard and follow some practical steps.A Lange & Sohne is very accurate Germany machinery watch brand, its main feature is ...
Views: 1130 - How to experience the road as a disabled driver - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Stuseo VLTo many drivers, motoring along on the open road to some unknown destination, knowing we can travel as far as our fuel tank will permit, and assuming we’ll be able to get out of the car and have a look around on arriving at the end point of our journey is something we take for granted. Whilst ...
Views: 723 - Copycats and Creative Commoditization - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Young KimThe famous Ansel Adams photograph, “Maroon Bells” (1964), is possibly one of the most replicated photographs among nature photographers. Run a Google images search on “Maroon Bells” and you’ll see what I’m talking about. Walk into any art store in Colorado, and you will find at least a dozen ...
Views: 1623(7 votes) - THE BUTTERFLY - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2011 from GAURI SANKARTHE BUTERFLY A man regularly observed a butterfly cocoon lying next to his window. One fine day he finally saw a small opening emerging on the cocoon. He waited patiently to watch what happens next. After few minutes, he finds, a butterfly struggling to force its body out of that little gap;. ...
Views: 780 - Ordering Your Priorities in Ministry Leadership - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2011 from Brandon CoxThere will never be enough time to do it all. The best we can hope for is not to get a lot of tasks completed in our busy schedules, rather it is that we complete the right tasks. My own ministry is often driven by what I term “paperwork” including bulletins, newsletters, web site design, and ...
Views: 1661 - Who are the real heroes of today? - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Patrick EspositoEach period in time has its heroes. In Biblical times we have had Moses, Abraham, David and Solomon, to name a few. And of course, the greatest hero of all is Jesus. From the beginning of our country, we have had George Washington, Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson. Even just saying ...
Views: 4089 - Accepting the Wrong Council - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from Paolo F. Tiberi“To accept good advice is but to increase one’s own ability,” Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, German playwright, poet and novelist. Advice is everywhere. From political pundits to advice columns to social networking sites, advice is readily available and free for the taking. With such a selection, ...
Views: 793 - 7 for 2011: Strategies for a Successful New Year - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2011 from Marnie SwedbergThe New Year triggers the opportunity for reflection, evaluation and redirection. With life now traveling at warp speed, you need to be able to pull a Luke Skywalker and make a quick correction anytime you see that trajectory is off, even a bit. Here are my top 7 for 2011 — Happy New Year ...
Views: 1868(2 votes) - BeSimply…Autumn Skye Morrison - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Suzanne Toro“She” arrived at a small boutique in the lower Gibson’s, located on the Sunshine Coast in British Columbia. It was a cool and crisp evening and the sun was beginning to set. The store, Costal Creativity, welcomed “She” and “He” in and presented itself as a playful stage for the creations of ...
Views: 2066 - True Inspiration by Kristin Mackey - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Kristin MackeyTrue Inspiration By Kristin Mackey Where do we truly find inspiration? The kind of inspiration that makes us step back and evaluate the track we are on. What kind of moments, observations and epiphanies really inspire us to look deeper at our choices, lives and habits? Is it in the book ...
Views: 1504(3 votes) - The Magic Inside of You - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Steven AitchisonI'd like to tell you a story if you're willing to read on, I think it can change your thinking and could change your life. A bear is silently strolling around in the woods looking for food. Out of the corner of her eye she spots a mountain lion, silently creeping toward her. The bear ...
Views: 2567(2 votes) - How to Make Your Wildest Dreams Come True - Fifteen Principles to Realise Them - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: How to Make Your Wildest Dreams Come True - Fifteen Principles to Realise Them Author Name: Craig Lock Category (key words): Success, Dreams, Self Help, Personal Growth, Inspiration, Self Help Books, Personal Growth, Success Skills, Empowerment, Positive Psychology, Motivation ...
Views: 1684(1 vote) - Sixteen Dynamic Inspiring Qualities of Leadership ((from ''Steps to Success, Prosperity and Happiness'') - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: Sixteen Dynamic Inspiring Qualities of Leadership ((from ''Steps to Success, Prosperity and Happiness'') Shared by: Craig Lock Category (Key words: Leadership, Self Help, Self Help Books, Personal Growth, Success, Success Skills, Empowerment, Positive Psychology, Motivation ...
Views: 880(2 votes) - Being Creative is Scary.. but wait... - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Janet WhiteheadBeing creative is scary? No, no, that's not true at all. THINKING about being creative is scary. So much so that the large majority of people with inspired thinking abilities never actually show up to their creative dreams, nor to their potential. And so, we have a rather impressive ...
Views: 1518 - Mother and Daughters Are Here to Stay! - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2011 from Karen KellerThroughout history, the mother and daughter relationship has been a give and take or a push and shove relationship – depending on where you’re standing. Sometimes these relationships are terribly strained ending up in a stand off when the daughter is in her forties or fifties. “I love my ...
Views: 1055 - The Seven Steps to Abundance (from 'Steps to Success, Prosperity and Happiness') - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: The Seven Steps to Abundance (from 'Steps to Success, Prosperity and Happiness') Author: Craig Lock Category/Subject: Spiritual, Inspiration, Empowerment, Success, Success Principles, Personal Growth, Self Help, Motivation, Mind, Mind Control, Mindpower, books, self help ...
Views: 1143(2 votes) - What are the Best Fly Fishing Rods for Sale? - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2011 from Bryan CañonFly fishing is a great hobby. It is said to have begun as early as the 2nd century and continues to be a popular activity today. While fly fishing can be fun, it is also therapeutic considering the quiet and calmness you can enjoy while in the outdoors. An English writer, Izaak Walton, refers to ...
Views: 1147 - The January New Moon in Capricorn: Plan Your Work and Work Your Plan - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Ron ArcherThe January New Moon in Capricorn: Plan Your Work and Work Your Plan "A goal without a plan is just a wish." -Antoine de Saint-Exupery Last week I serendipitously caught a clip of Patti Smith talking about her new book, Just Kids, which just won the National ...
Views: 1955 - Resolutions - giving blessings to those who are less fortunate than us - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2011 from Erica TucciAs we exit the holiday season and enter a New Year, one that I believe will be one of much joy and prosperity, we look back at 2010 to ponder all that we’ve experienced through the year and make our resolutions of what we wish to do to make 2011 a year of bliss and serenity. We are in an age of ...
Views: 1007 - How to Cultivate Seeds of Greatness in your Life by Dr Dennis Waitley (from Inspirational Books) - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: How to Cultivate Seeds of Greatness in your Life by Dr Dennis Waitley (from Inspirational Books) Submitted by Craig Lock Web sites: www.lulu.com/craiglock and http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html#craig Craig's blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is ...
Views: 3082(1 vote) - Out of Darkness into Light-- Part1 - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Daniel ToopsWe are just days away from the new year. This is a very festive time of year just finishing up Christmas and Thanksgiving was just a few weeks prior to that. Though this is “happy time of year” I personally do not like the time between Thanksgiving and New years for two reasons: Dark and cold. ...
Views: 1197(1 vote) - The Unique Layout of Our World - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2011 from Mina A.I walk out into my backyard. It is a sunny day and the wind is at rest. The flowers in my garden had started to dwindle. I knew it was time to start fresh. After I had raked the remaining roots, I took out my Mongolian seedlings. I dug into my Earth for the appropriate length. I then placed the ...
Views: 783 - The Magic of Believing - the Power of Thought (from Inspirational Books - Part Three) - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2010 from Craig LockArticle Title: The Magic of Believing - the Power of Thought (from Inspirational Books - Part Three) Submitted by Craig Lock Category (key words): Self Help, Personal Growth, Mind, Mind Power, Claude Bristol, Success Skills, Empowerment, Positive Psychology, Inspirational Books. Web Sites: ...
Views: 1238 - What Does Christmas and The Holiday Season Mean to You? - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2010 from Eva GregoryBlack Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, marks the beginning of the Holiday Season. What does this mean? For some it can have religious meaning as the birth of a savior, while for others of the Jewish faith it can represent Hanukah or the "Festival of the Lights." For those of African descent ...
Views: 6496 - Chuck Gallagher's new book - Second Chances - more than Business Ethics or White Collar Crime. - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Chuck GallagherSecond Chances shows you how to make better first choices. It is one of those rare books that effectively bridges the gap between personal accountability and business success. Read it. Heed it. Apply its lessons. Randy G. Pennington Author of Results Rule! Build a Culture that Blows the ...
Views: 1687 - From Prison to Promise - finding your way to a SECOND CHANCE - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Chuck GallagherToday I shipped a copy of my new book SECOND CHANCES to an inmate in prison. Seems that someone cared enough about this man to want to send him a Christmas present – the gift of potential – the gift of how to turn Adversity into Opportunity – the gift of how to change your life. As I ...
Views: 1533 - Why Sell An Established or Profitable Website? - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from mark smithIf you’ve ever wondered why in the world anyone would sell an established wesbite, your not alone. Having a few extra dollars at the end of month goes a long way to fulfill ends meet, but purchasing a wesbite when its profitable can be a win-win situation for everyone. Chances are if a seller is ...
Views: 565 - Are You Sabatoging Your Success - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Gerri D Smith"Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful." - Albert Schweitzer To experience success means you know how to reach your goals. You know how to take the necessary actions to make your succeeding goals happen. ...
Views: 2208(2 votes) - Gratitude Is An Attitude - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Gerri D Smith"Be content with such things as ye have." - Hebrews 13:5 Be grateful for what you have now, and more of the same will be attracted to you. Gratitude is a feeling that is worthy of constant practice. Life is easier, happier and more rewarding when you give thanks for all things, good and ...
Views: 1726 - Success vs Failure - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2012 from Lanky LevyA sermon recently expounded the value of failure not as failure itself, but as a means of growing one's sense of self worth and moving towards new experiences. Failure does not mean that one has failed in life's work, but is just a measure of how much more one has to do in life. If one task ...
Views: 1307 - "Christ was Real...but the Myths are Crucial too!" - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Craig LockArticle Title: "Christ was Real...but the Myths are Crucial too!" Shared by: Craig Lock Category (key words): Jesus, Jesus Christ, faith, spirituality, Kingdom of God, Ian Harris, Dominion, beliefs, spiritual The submitter's blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, ...
Views: 732 - Banner and Brochure - Two Powerful Marketing Tools - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Claudia WinifredTo promote your business, you have got to come up with an effective marketing strategy. If your marketing strategy is week, then you will waste your money and get nothing in return at all. Thus, when it comes to promoting your website and products online, there are two important tools that can ...
Views: 1043 - What Each ONE of Us Can Learn From the Character and Life of Jesus - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2010 from Craig LockArticle Title: What Each ONE of Us Can Learn From the Character and Life of Jesus Submitted by Craig Lock Key Words: Christianity, Jesus, Jesus Christ, faith, inspiration, empowerment The submitter's blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) is at ...
Views: 763 - The Courage to Risk - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2010 from Carolyn CooperAs an Energy Therapist, I have worked with people from all walks of life and have found that the number-one deterrent that holds us back from stepping up and being our best is lack of courage, which stems from lack of self worth. Whether from current circumstances, childhood issues, or even ...
Views: 1106(1 vote) - 5 Revelations Why The Traditions of Christmas Can Make You Depressed - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2010 from Michelle GreeneAs the Christmas season approaches, there’s usually a feeling of yuletide cheer in the air. All you have to do is turn on the TV and you’ll be inundated with the endless stream of commercials. Each product promises they have just what you need to make this the best holiday ever. For some ...
Views: 1181(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: 1390(1 vote) - A Better Relationship in a Week - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2010 from William CottringerA Better Relationship in a Week By Bill Cottringer No matter how good or bad your present relationship is it can always be better with minimal planning, effort, and cost. And in this economy that is a pretty good deal! Here is a very practical and easy way to have a better ...
Views: 2069(1 vote) - The Word IS Opportunity - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2010 from Mandy ZadoorianThe very word I have come to embrace the sound is the same so many various individuals miss out or take for granted, some of which deny this word when it comes along each day! It is the notion of endless possibilities to come and even conquer one‘s fears or doubts they may have once had. The ...
Views: 1454(3 votes) - Reflections on Your Greatness - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2010 from Michael JohnsonYou are great. You are far greater than you imagine. You are a unique entity given the power to create your own life. When you look outside yourself for self-definition you are giving your power away. However, when you understand and accept that you alone possess the power to define yourself ...
Views: 1490(1 vote) - Kindness for Kids: Kindness starts with you. - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2010 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieCHILDREN ARE OUR FUTURE, TEACH THEM WELL Numerous songs abound exhorting the importance of treating and teaching children well, because they are our future. If we want children to be kind then we must first be kind ourselves and extend our kindness out toward others. FOLLOW MY ...
Views: 2739(1 vote) - MENTAL ILLNESS - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2010 from Matt MeersDwelling mentality on the objects of sense leads to attachment to them. From attachment arises desires and from desire anger from anger springs forth lack of discrimination which leads to loss of memories. From loss of memory ensues the destruction of intelligence, and the destruction of ...
Views: 1421 - Make Small Commitments. Get Big Changes. - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2010 from Michael JohnsonMichael Dalton Johnson Taking Care of You Drink plenty of water. Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a pauper. Eat more fruits and vegetables and eat less that is manufactured in processing plants. Avoid eating food that is handed to you through a window. Live ...
Views: 1617(2 votes) - Success Means Fulfilling Our Life Purpose (Previously: Measuring Our Personal Success) - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2011 from Randi FineWe all live in a material world and each of us has material needs and desires. I have to admit, I do enjoy having my physical comforts and a sprinkling of luxuries, though I wouldn’t call myself largely indulgent. I believe that in our fast-paced, money driven world many of us have forgotten ...
Views: 1630(1 vote) - Glowing and Growing with the Appreciation - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2010 from Keith ReadyThe fact that I had taken time to congratulate him for his efforts was a seemingly small gesture from my point of view and took less than a minute to say, however, it had a big impact on his day, as he smiled and his face lit up in response to my short but sincere comments. It was clear to ...
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