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- Act In Spite of Your Mood! - by Submitted on May 28, 2009 from Brian Nicoletti"I don't 'feel' like it", is a common chant we often say to ourselves or to others when we're tired, not in the mood, or simply procrastinating. No doubt feelings are important and need to be acknowledged, yet at the same time, they often prevent us from taking the action we need to take, at the ...
Views: 1123 - How To Listen To Life - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2013 from Sonny MelendrezIn 1897, a musicologist and music critic for the New York Tribune named Henry Krehbeil wrote a book titled, “How to Listen to Music.” Henry said it was for the “untaught lovers of the art.” Perhaps, that is what many of us may be, untaught lovers of the art…of life. And, just as ...
Views: 1123 - Benefits Of Pre-qualification And Pre-approval With Home Inspection - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2017 from Wajahat AliIf within your resolutions for this year is the purchase of your home, the first step you must give is to hold an initial interview with a representative of your mortgage, to guide you about the details of the process and the different financing alternatives that They fit your needs. Mortgage ...
Views: 1121 - China as the Third Largest Scholarship Awarding Nation - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2019 from Maria DianaThe economic development of China in the 21st century has made it a leader in the world. Nations all over the world recognize the worth of the Chinese education sector nowadays. Also, the economic growth of the country has helped it to announce many scholarships for foreign students in leading ...
Views: 1121 - Inspiration - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from Melanie EathertonIts funny where you find inspiration. I have the honor of working with the elderly every day. I am amazed at some of these men and women when I see their age and what they are capable of. Today I had a woman that was 87 years old. She came in for her mammogram like she does every single year. ...
Views: 1121 - A LESSON IN GENEROSITY - by Submitted on May 24, 2012 from Julia JamesOn a beautiful sunny afternoon in Vancouver, I was riding my bike to the bus station. I was on my way to catch a bus that would transport me and my bike to the ferry terminal. I had just spent the weekend with good friends and was happy about the unexpected warm weather. As I stopped at a red ...
Views: 1120 - It's A Wonder - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2008 from Arthur LevineIt is a wonder that with all the obstacles we have faced that we have survived and prospered. It must be something in the genes that the founders of our Nation supplied us with. It must be something in the immigrant’s journey to freedom. It must be the good fortune that we have inherited ...
Views: 1120 - Some Thoughts on Thoughts: Don’t Worry, Be Happy. - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2009 from Chuck JenningsEckhart Tolle, in his book A New Earth, points the way to a renewal of spiritual consciousness. At the core of this renewal is a refocusing away from our self-absorbed ego toward our true selves in the Now, our Source Being. Tolle contends that our ego uses thoughts to feed itself, and it ...
Views: 1120 - Were So Loved - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2008 from Richard SpasoffOne of my memories as a child was the time when I was about five years old and saw someone pointing a gun at my dad. It’s funny that I knew in my heart that my dad would be ok. Normally, a child would be terrified in that situation. You are probably wondering why my dad would have a rifle ...
Views: 1120 - Be Inspired - From Rags to Riches Leadership - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2009 from Theresa-Maria Napa“Each of us has that right, that possibility, to invent ourselves daily. If a person does not invent herself, she will be invented. So, to be bodacious enough to invent ourselves is wise.” – Maya Angelou Where does leadership originate? What makes a good leader? There are a multitude of ...
Views: 1119 - Do I have a choice? - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2017 from Andy KayDo I have a choice? Man, there’s a question that’s been bugging me for years. And I know it’s been bugging many of you, as well. It’s a question closely related to the matter of confidence. Because confident people have a mindset of abundance, possibilities and proactivity. Whereas ...
Views: 1119 - Great Wood Projects for relaxation - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2012 from Scott WarnerWould you like to start learning the woodworking craft? It's not exactly easy, at least not if you want to become good at what you're doing, but it's fun and it's worth all the effort for sure. You will need some guidance though and you can get it on the net if you want to make it as easy as ...
Views: 1119 - Success Drawn On Paper Or In Life - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2009 from Kozan HuseyinThis article defies all structure, and is about to jump like a ship in a storm. The result however will be calm seas. Life can be like a ship in a storm however, as you find a note on the floor, this article, it will enable you to pass safely to success. Friends I go on a journey, I am going ...
Views: 1119(1 vote) - What Began As An Ordinary Day… - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2015 from Sally ThibaultSo I thought today was going to be an ordinary day, but by 9am, I realised it was something very different. If you have been following my Facebook posts over the last few weeks, you will see that we had a wonderful holiday in Canada with our three grown up kids (and our Canadian daughter) For ...
Views: 1119 - Nakai, A Renaissance Man - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2008 from Dan LissR. Carlos Nakai, the person responsible for making the music of the Native American wooden flute popular, is a true Renaissance man. I have had the pleasure of hearing him play in person as well as hearing his recordings and interviewing him. I liked the sound of the instrument so much that I ...
Views: 1117 - How to Improve Peak Performance at Work – And on the Golf Course Using 5 Inner Resources - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2010 from Craig SiglYes, it's true. I can laugh now but it was no joking matter back then when I hurled my golf club farther than I had just hit that last shot. I also laugh at myself when I think of the time when I was intimidated by an employee and changed my operational plan because I was "afraid" that he would ...
Views: 1116(1 vote) - Is Your Time Well Spent? - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from Dawn BarclayHow do you feel about the number 86,400 (if anything)? It’s an important number however many of us complain that we don’t have enough of what the number is made up of. You have already used it, reading this far, we're talking about time. If time were money, would you waste and fritter away ...
Views: 1116 - Lessons from a bestseller! - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Ronny PrasadJune 2011 saw the successful launch of my very first book, WELCOME TO YOUR LIFE – simple insights for your inspiration & empowerment (www.WelcomeToYourLifeBook.com). Throughout the whole process (from writing the manuscript, to releasing the book), I learnt many valuable life lessons, which I ...
Views: 1115 - 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 ...
Views: 1114(1 vote) - Inspiration - How Do You Get it? - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2011 from Anthony CarterWhen you are inspired you find it easy to do the most demanding tasks. You can plow throw your work load and hit your goals, no matter how difficult that work happens to be. But then there are other times when you lack the motivation that you need to get going. Here are some tips for gaining ...
Views: 1114 - A Gut-Wrench-Saving Question: Is It Worth It? - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2019 from Noelle NelsonYou can hardly go anywhere these days without someone wanting to talk politics: local, national, global. The internet keeps us apprised of seemingly everything that’s happening everywhere on the planet at every instant--every tweet, photo-op (legit or not) and glitch. All this is fine if it ...
Views: 1113 - Why You Should Never Ever Quit. - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2014 from Aslam ChevalQuitting is the worst thing in life. Hope is the stuff that fuels life. Much like a vehicle can not take you anywhere without fuel, our lives become entirely meaningless, aimless, and directionless without hope. As such, this piece discovers some tips on how to stay encouraged without quitting. ...
Views: 1113 - 7 Simple Steps to Turn Your Resolutions Into Reality - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2010 from Stephanie TreasureIts that time again. A new year has begun filled with new possibilities if we set our intentions and work towards making it happen. Here are some simple tips to help you turn your resolutions into reality and have your best year ever! 1) Put them on paper - Yes! Every goal-setting or ...
Views: 1112(5 votes) - Now! - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2012 from TC TahoeMy friend the communist Holds meetings in his RV I can't afford his gas So I'm stuck here watching TV I don't have digital I don't have diddly squat It's not having what you want It's wanting what you've got And so begins the song "Soak Up The Sun" by the lovely SHERYL CROW I always ...
Views: 1112 - The Gift of Believing - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2011 from Dr. Christine King[This article was first published in the December, 2006 issue of Northwest Horse Source] The best Christmas present I’ve ever received was a bridle. My dad gave it to me even before I had a horse to go in it. You see, he believed in me and in my dream to have a horse of my own. We’d always ...
Views: 1112 - What defines you? - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2013 from Calvin DormanThere are many answers to this question. But a wider perspective I want to take in my blog also includes the question: what defines great business leaders. This is an important question to ask because it relates to a code of conduct or principles we all live by. We all know that people of ...
Views: 1112(1 vote) - Do What You Love so You Can Love What You Do FOREVER! - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2011 from Kelly WrightI have always held this belief that when we were kids we had some inkling or notion of the things that inspired us and even gave us some insight into who or what we wanted to become when we were older. Then as life would have it, we grow up and away from those things as we learn about pleasing ...
Views: 1110 - Gifting Portraits, Miniatures or Idols of Hindu Deities - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2019 from sachin mehtaAs per Hindu mythology, there are more than 53 million Gods and Goddesses in this world and each one of them has a unique identity. Every single deity is identified by their characteristic dressing and accessorizing habits. Since every single one of them has a role to play in imparting blessing ...
Views: 1110 - A Story Of Kindness - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2008 from Veronica HayA friend called me recently to tell me that one of her daughter's teachers had committed suicide. Needless to say, everyone involved was extremely upset by this. Many looked upon this as a selfish act on the part of the teacher. I thought to myself how quick we are to judge another, after the ...
Views: 1109 - Gazing at a Miracle - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsSo there I was, caught up in my own thoughts, the week's "to do" list, and the stress of the day, when I looked up. And there, standing just ahead, playing in the mud, making a mud bath for her barbie was my seven year-old niece, Ms. Maia Papaya. She was humming and completely unaware that I ...
Views: 1109(2 votes) - Steve Daines on the Deficit - Daines For Congress - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Steve DainesThe reason I am running for Congress is that short sighted decisions being made in Washington are borrowing; some may say stealing, from the future of all of our children. Rampant spending and pork barrel politics is pushing this country down a road that will impoverish our children and the ...
Views: 1109(5 votes) - The Awakened Spirit - A New Work - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: The Awakened Spirit - A New Work Shared by: Craig Lock Key Words: Books, new books, inspiration, love, words of inspiration, empowerment, spirituality, spiritual growth Craig's new blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at ...
Views: 1106 - One of the most inspiring persons in the world- Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2017 from social engtutoOne of the most inspiring persons in the world- Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, was the 11th President of India, serving from 2002 to 2007, he is one of the few presidents who have touched the hearts thats why during his term as President, he was popularly known as the ...
Views: 1106 - Uncover and Shine a Light on Your Buried Life - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2009 from Nicola BuntingThis poem articulates the profound truths of our heart and soul, that often, sadly, bear so little relation to the superficial happenings and conversations of our days. It invites us to be true to who we really are, to share our genuine self with those we love, even though it can be scary, ...
Views: 1106 - You And Your Life Garden - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2008 from Joan Marie WhelanThe parallels between a garden and personal growth and spiritual growth in your life are uncanny. Just like any living thing, you must nurture and maintain it to create an abundant life. In a garden, you must cultivate the soil before you can plant any seeds; so one of the first, important steps ...
Views: 1106 - Floundering Towards Grace: Making Big Moves with Small Steps - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2009 from Tama KievesI think one of the things that has made me successful in life is I’m willing to do things that are not flattering. I have been willing to not have it “all together,” and to still believe I stood on a path that promised more security than any other road in the world. I left a fancy legal career ...
Views: 1105(1 vote) - How Can Inspiration Bring You Success - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2013 from Amr AbbasMany people out there are naturally gifted with talents that they do not use and they only wait for the right time to use them. The reason is not because they can't, but they don't believe in their abilities and they lack the confidence that they need in order to make things happen. It only ...
Views: 1104 - If Worry Worked, I'd Weigh 115 lbs and Be a Multi-Millionaire - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2013 from Anastasia NetriI believe that people are sent here to learn particular lessons in each lifetime. I know for me, part of what I'm here to learn in this life is trust and balance. I also believe that the way that we learn these lessons is by overcoming the opposite experience. I've been worrying all of ...
Views: 1103 - Inspiration and Motivational Ideas - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2010 from Aurelia FloresWhat is inspirational and motivating is different for everyone. What we need may shift from moment to moment, but it helps us to build up our toolbox of ideas to keep us going, and so we have the right thing to pull out when we need it. Our Powerful Latina interviewees have suggested many ...
Views: 1103 - It’s Not Just Another Day - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Frances LucasPsalm 119:4-5 “You have charged us to keep your commandments carefully. Oh, that my actions would consistently reflect your decrees!” When we wake up in the morning, we possibly think that we would like to do something we don’t have to do. We may wish we could stay in bed another hour or so. ...
Views: 1103(1 vote) - Self-Improvement Tips for Success from Business Coach Houston - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2018 from Steve ScottYour personal development and growth are built directly on the foundation of your self-improvement. The more you embrace your own self-improvement the greater the possibilities in your business and life. As a business coach, very often my primary role with clients transitions into that of a ...
Views: 1103 - Good Vs Bad Pre-owned Car Dealer – What are the Differences? - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2019 from Jishu chakmaCar dealers are among the best sources to try, in order to get the best deals. Keep in mind that only a suitable dealer can assists you in a proper way to find your dream vehicle. A bad used auto dealer can do just the opposite, and ruin the entire car buying experience for you. You are likely ...
Views: 1102 - Why Meditate. - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2011 from Jon LovgrenWhy not? Just kidding. Actually, there is scientific data coming into light showing that meditation does indeed improve your health and well-being. What those of us that have been meditating for a long time already know is that it slows your heart rate, oxygenates the body, reduces stress, ...
Views: 1102 - There Are No Small Things - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2009 from Dawn AngierThere Are No Small Things In an episode of the TV show, Unsolved Mysteries, there was a story of a victim of the holocaust. He’d been placed in a work camp for several years and somehow had managed to survive the horror of his imprisonment. The story was of a boy—now in his sixties—and ...
Views: 1101(3 votes) - WakeUpLive.com presents: “The Look That Changed My Life!” - by I was born in Kingston, Jamaica, to very poor parents who struggled to put food on the table. My mother was ambitious and dreamed of going to America and bringing the family there. When I was 14 years old, my mother fulfilled her dream. She was sponsored by a very kind lady who took her to ...
Views: 1101 - : Run Your Own Race: The Greatest Race - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2010 from Craig Lock"We share what we know, so that we all may grow." Submitter's Note: These are some brief notes that I took from an adress by American televangelist, Joel Osteen some years back. I hope you find them as uplifting and inspirational as I do... and that is my reason for sharing. RUN YOUR ...
Views: 1100 - Having Trouble Solving Problems? - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2009 from Roseanna LeatonWhen one wishes to solve a problem it is very easy to get tied up in the nuts and bolts of the problem itself and in this way miss out on seeing the overall picture. To solve a problem easily it is important to take a step back and thus begin to look at what is happening from a different angle. ...
Views: 1100(2 votes) - Indian art forms that have survived for years - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2017 from Brain Groom“Inside the human shells lies eternity – the eternity of veiled creativity, beauty, and art.”, truly said by a wise man. Telescoping through the corridors of time, we find a plethora of Indian folk art: The beauties beatified by our artists, generations back. Many such folks have been preserved ...
Views: 1098 - Lifestyle Design: Celebrate Your Home - Part I - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2008 from Melissa GaltHome is truly our external heart and as such it needs a lot of care and attention in its decorating and development. Invite friends and family to contribute to the creation of your home. A house is merely a dwelling; it becomes a home when you use your heart to express your environment in a ...
Views: 1098 - How to Make a Camera With Your Own Hands - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2016 from Irene RuffertyNowadays, in digital photography ear, people forget about the fact that any camera can exist without a lens. In fact, it was created with out it and successfully functioned giving people incredibly artistic pictures. Remember the first making a camera obscura? In today's post, you 're gonna find ...
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