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- ***5 Common Misconceptions about Your Speaking Voice - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2010 from Nancy DanielsIt is fascinating to listen to others explain why they sound the way they do. I am sure that I have heard it all in my many years teaching voice improvement. What I have found, however, is that you have a better voice inside no matter how you hear yourself or how others recognize your ...
Views: 4761 - ***Tarot Verbatim, A Short Cut to Your Spiritual Growth - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2011 from Emily Erickson-SandstromYou sense it. It's a program running in the background that you are about as conscious of as you are of your refrigerator running or your own breathing. But when you least expect it, spiritual reality intrudes and grabs the spotlight like a car accident intrudes upon a normal afternoon, often ...
Views: 6592(3 votes) - Let’s Talk: 3 Tips for Livelier Conversations With Your Spouse - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2010 from Carrie HoffmanIf you sometimes find yourself too tired or distracted to make conversation with your partner, or your conversations seem to be about routine things like the kids, the bills and the house, here are a few tips you can use right away to put some interest and spice back in your conversations with ...
Views: 2035 - Loving Successfully - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Susan DerryWe have heard many suggestions on how to be successful in life. Believe in yourself, persist, get up every time you fall down, understand there is no failure only feedback, learn from mistakes, reach for the stars and walk toward your goals. All this is true, plus for any career or trade you ...
Views: 1346 - Life Transitions and Someday Dreams, If Not Now When? - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Deborah HayesRecently we’ve been talking about changes and transformation for the second or third part of our lives. We’ve talked about the reality of having an extra 20 to 30 years of quality living to do and we’ve looked at the exciting choices and opportunities a new perspective on the outdated term ...
Views: 1352 - Why It Is So Hard To Define Chronic Illness In The USA - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Lisa CopenIf you were to walk up to a person on the street and ask him what he believed the difference was between illness and health, chances are that you would likely receive a fast reply about how health is when the body works correctly and illness is when it does not. When one begins to suffer the ...
Views: 2874 - Journaling Feng Shui - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Mari L. McCarthyJournaling is an excellent tool for dealing emotionally with almost any issue in life. The therapeutic applications of journal writing are endless. But it's also true that sometimes you feel stuck, unable to make a move in any direction, and not even able to sit down comfortably with your ...
Views: 2615(6 votes) - We are Designed to be Beautiful Mosaics - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Nancy ShieldsVirginia Woolf stated, "Arrange whatever pieces come your way, and make it work for you." I was talking to one of my favorite girlfriends in California one recent Saturday night about emotions, feelings, and life happenings. We all go through trials, challenges, joys, happiness, pain, and tears ...
Views: 1667 - Improve Your Conversations Skills With Open Ended Questions - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Royane RealOne of my friends recently asked me how she should handle an upcoming lunch with her lawyer. She was worried that the lunch would become awkward if they ran out of things to talk about. I suggested she should try to mentally prepare a few general questions such as, “Do you still enjoy being a ...
Views: 2535(1 vote) - Swimming in a Sea of Ideas - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Bradley FosterBradley Foster Giant Steps Coaching Creativity can be one of the best strengths to have. It helps you to solve problems, makes you versatile and able to roll with change, which in this world is a real plus. Typically my creative clients tell me that they usually do well at anything they put ...
Views: 1403(2 votes) - How Valuable is Your Time? - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Jeremiah CarstarphenYour time is your most valuable asset in the world…much more valuable than money. People have lost millions of dollars and made it back two times over, but when you lose time you can never get it back. These are my 5 keys to making the most of your time here on earth. Value your time more than ...
Views: 1478(4 votes) - What to do when you don’t feel like exercising? - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Ingrid ThompsonYou have created your exercise goals and you have a plan for exercising, here are the tried and tested ways of staying engaged with your exercise plan. You have heard these before: • exercise with a friend • find a coach • work with a personal trainer • join a team sport • do something ...
Views: 2015(3 votes) - Domestic Abuse 101 - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Anna MossDespite a 30-year inquiry into the subject, many people remain uninformed about the true nature of one of the biggest social issues facing America today. A witness offers a quick look that reveals some implications and solutions for all of us. If a jet liner with 300 passengers went down ...
Views: 2202 - Why You Should Love Your Life - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Daniel BrownYou should love your life because the Bible says God has given us richly all things to enjoy (I Timothy 6:17)! Unfortunately for many people, life is just made up of one struggle after another with little to no enjoyment whatsoever. Some may even resort to using alcohol, drugs, food, or sex to ...
Views: 1490(2 votes) - Understanding the Religion of Christianity and World Religions - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Daniel BrownThe religion of Christianity and world religions all come down to one thing… a need to believe in a higher power for different reasons. Even though there are many religions Christianity stands out in two different ways. Here are two major facts concerning the religion of Christianity and ...
Views: 1219(1 vote) - The Love of Money is the Root of All Evil - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Daniel BrownThe new testament Scripture, “The love of money is the root of all evil” gets misinterpreted quite often. Despite what many people believe money, it is NOT the root of all evil. Neither is it good or bad, nor does it make a person good or bad. Here are 3 important truths behind the Scripture, ...
Views: 3979(1 vote) - How to Pray Effectively – 3 Tips to Praying God’s Word - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Daniel BrownHow to pray effectively is related to praying God’s Word because it’s the most effectual prayer there is! Since God is bigger than any circumstance you could possibly face, it doesn’t matter what kind of situation you’re in, what assets you lack, or what your inadequacies are, praying God’s Word ...
Views: 3957 - Faith or Fear – Which Controls You? - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Daniel BrownFaith or fear is a choice that everyone makes daily. In fact, either faith or fear is just a standard mode of operation for many people. Some function almost constantly in one or the other. It’s been said that faith and fear are opposite sides of the same coin; therefore, we can only operate ...
Views: 1748(1 vote) - Dealing With Disappointment - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Daniel BrownDealing with disappointment is something we all have to do at some point along life’s journey. Unfortunately, life is full of unpleasantness, but if you can grasp some vital truths in dealing with disappointment, you can eaze your mind a great deal. Always remember, it’s not so much what ...
Views: 2360(2 votes) - Christian Marriage Advice - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Daniel BrownMost people know when seeking christian marriage advice that once you become joined with another person, it’s bound to become difficult. It’s like two people in a gunny sack race… One has their left leg in the bag, the other person has their right leg in it and they’re supposed to run together ...
Views: 1473 - Why You Shouldn't Bother to Be Interesting - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Royane Real“There’s nothing about me that is interesting. I’m completely average in every way. Nobody is interested in me because I’m not interesting. Tell me what I can do to become a more interesting person so I can have better conversations.” Over the years I have received several similar ...
Views: 1731(1 vote) - No existence of the body without nutrients - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2010 from Nina BagnallNutrients are vital for the body’s existence on this beautiful world of ours, otherwise we would not continue to live and grow. Never take your body for granted, nurture it, cosset it, for it has to last the whole of your lifespan, far better to live daily life in tip top condition, rather than ...
Views: 2341 - Gratitude and Appreciation - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2010 from Erica BoersmaWhat do you think is available to you? What do you think you are worth? What do you think you deserve? We know as creator beings the answers to these questions lie within ourselves. Whatever we desire to create with an honest passion is what will become available to us. What are you receiving in ...
Views: 1919(2 votes) - Ripples on the Waters of Thought - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2010 from Richard (Dick) WarnA splash is something that rocks our thinking. It can be the death of a friend, the loss of a pet, or an accident on the highway. It is a wake-up call, hopefully causing us to reconsider what we are doing and where we’re going. Far more subtle and far more dangerous are the little ripples of ...
Views: 1309 - Committed or Trying? - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2010 from Jeanna GabelliniIt’s funny how often I have tricked myself into thinking that I have a certain end result in mind but upon further examination, I notice that I’m really committed to something else. For instance, in the past I’d tell myself that I wanted to create a certain amount of income a month. Yet, month ...
Views: 1656 - The Power of Thanks - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2010 from Eva GregoryIf you were like me growing up, when it came to accepting presents or gifts from others, your parents may have told you, "No, you can not accept that." They told you this for a variety of reasons, but the message was clear. You should not accept gifts. To further complicate things you may have ...
Views: 2476(1 vote) - Improve Your Confidence at Parties - Even If You Are Shy - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2010 from Royane RealDo you often feel nervous when you are at a party and you want to make a good impression on others? Perhaps you are shy and you get tongue tied or your mind goes blank. Here are many tips to help you improve your conversation confidence at social events. If you have to attend a party or ...
Views: 7481(3 votes) - Back to the Future - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2010 from Bettina GoodwinAh, home again after a ten day vacation that included a week at a cottage in Prince Edward Island and a few days on the road touring around. It’s always a little tough to get back to routine after being away on a relaxing holiday. But eventually you settle back in and things get back to ...
Views: 2310(1 vote) - Life Balance - A Survey for Creative People - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2015 from Liisa KyleBalancing different aspects of life -- work, play, family, friends and more -- is difficult for many people. It's significantly more challenging for "DaVincis" -- creative people who are also juggling their many talents, projects and ideas. As I see in the vast majority of my coaching clients, ...
Views: 3260(3 votes) - Names and their meanings – discover exactly how your name is affecting you - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2010 from Jo PaygeNames and their meanings can affect us on three different levels - how a name sounds, it’s origin of meaning and it’s numerological meaning. Firstly we react to the sound and look of a name either in a positive or a negative way. For instance the name Mother Teresa conjures up a very ...
Views: 3668 - What Does My Name Mean? Far More Than You Might Imagine! - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2010 from Jo PaygeWhat does my name mean? Believe it or not your name means a whole lot more than the simple meanings you find in most name meaning books. According to the ancient system of Numerology, your name reveals in depth information about your personality, your path in life, your destiny and what is ...
Views: 3709 - Seven Key Words for Success - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2010 from Jack ZufeltThese seven words, when used properly, hold the key to finding answers and solutions to every problem, obstacle, or barrier you will encounter. When you are faced with a problem, look at this list to determine what you need to do or be to solve it. 1. Change To make things different in your ...
Views: 4308 - A Life Worth Living - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2010 from Jack ZufeltTo achieve your Core Desires-whether they are earning more money, enjoying more intimacy, or having more joy in your life-you need to grow, become more, learn, and change. How fast you grow is within your control; you can experience great growth if you desire it. But you can't just sense a need ...
Views: 2484 - Regular Financial Check-up, The Best Way out of Distress. - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2010 from Ade AdenekanRegular financial check-up as a way out of social distress is not just a matter that can be wished away by anyone that wants to live a happy economic life these days of global economic dilemma. This is because, which ever way one looks at it, the financial melt down will continue will be on the ...
Views: 2354(2 votes) - 5 Tips in Buying a Used Car - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2010 from Nancy StewartsBuying a used car is suitable to those with a tight budget. These vehicles are on sale with lower prices. When you decide to buy one, you can consider the tips below. 1. Decide on the Budget for the Car When you decide to buy a used car, it is very important to decide on the budget you plan ...
Views: 1071 - Get Guy Back - A Gals Guide to Making Up - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2010 from Jancar TsangHow do you get guy back? How do you convince him that what the two of you had together was special? This is your "get guy back" gal's guide to making up. First of all, you have to recognize that whatever happened, you were both at fault. If you cheated, he wasn't giving you what you needed so ...
Views: 2043 - Loving Youself - Healing Shame and the Inner Child - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2010 from Pamela TurnerHave you ever felt that there is a deep hole inside you? One you cannot fill. I think all of us do to some extent. It feels like sometime, when we were very, very young, something or some things happened that pulled the natural love out of us and left a endless hole, because Love is infinite. ...
Views: 3906(1 vote) - A - Z of Getting The Life You Want, D - Decide Your Destiny - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2010 from Encouraging ExcellenceYes, simply decide where you want to be in life and take the necessary steps to give your life the X-Factor you want for it. You will be surprised how much you will achieve by yourself and how much help you will get to assist you on your way once you “put it out there” or declare your ...
Views: 1282(2 votes) - Be willing to explore all opportunities. - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Gwen Thibeaux"Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work." – Thomas Edison What a great quote. It certainly explains why so many opportunities get overlooked, right? It is easier to avoid new opportunities than to explore new ones, especially if a lot of ...
Views: 1830(2 votes) - Women – Change and Starting Over - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2010 from Deborah HayesCould you do it? Have you ever thought or fantasized about it? Tell the truth have you ever sat and imagined what your life would be like if you sold all your belongings and moved to a brand new life? Where would you go; to live near a beach, to the desert, to a small quiet town from the city or ...
Views: 5096(3 votes) - Seven Steps to Positive Power - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2010 from Jack ZufeltAs part of your spiritual refinement, you might seek to eliminate the character flaws that affect your life most negatively and to add as many good traits as possible, since all good traits affect your life positively. Only a clear perception of the exquisite worth of your spiritual traits will ...
Views: 2909(2 votes) - Be More to Do More - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2010 from Jack ZufeltFar too many people are trying to do more to be happy instead of trying to be more. Those who seek more peace and happiness in their lives describe what they "do" in a normal day as feeling overwhelmed and unable to get a handle on their lives. When I write the word do on a white board for each ...
Views: 2869(3 votes) - Do What You Love - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2010 from Jack ZufeltThe more you learn about things you're interested in, the more fresh and fun ideas you'll have to mull over in your pursuit of your Core Desires. You'll continually be looking for things to help you be a better parent, salesperson, businessperson, doctor, lawyer, accountant, or PR person. You'll ...
Views: 2850(1 vote) - Are You Limiting Your Thinking - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2010 from Jack ZufeltThe more interesting and enlightening you are, the more people will welcome you into their lives and the more opportunity will abound. Learning is not limited to going to school or getting a degree. It's surprising that many people stop feeding their minds after a certain point. For some, ...
Views: 2517(1 vote) - Your Core Desire for Learning - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2010 from Jack ZufeltWith so much to learn, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Focus on your Core Desires as a way of defining the direction of your learning. This will allow you to maintain peak interest while collecting information and processing data. If you are learning about things you are not ...
Views: 2815(1 vote) - How Shy People Can Improve Their Conversation Skills - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2010 from Royane RealPeople who are very shy often share some of the same fears that people who are afraid of public speaking. Some of the techniques that help people overcome their fear of speaking in public can help shy people improve their conversation skills and increase their speaking confidence. I spent ...
Views: 5518(3 votes) - Staying Motivated When You're Trying to Lose Weight - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2010 from Scott MilfordRecently, I was asked for help on getting motivated to stick to a weight-loss plan. This young man expressed difficulty in following through with eating a healthy diet and exercising regularly. He cited having a chaotic schedule and running into moments of weakness which ruined his effort ...
Views: 1011(1 vote) - 14 Simple Statements That Can Change Your Perspective on Life - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2010 from Scott MilfordDid you know that you can make your life better simply by thinking? Do you realize that by reading some very basic ideas, placed in a certain order, you can raise your awareness, charge up your motivation, and even totally change your life. Your beliefs are powerful. Your thoughts can take you ...
Views: 2400(3 votes) - Are Your Expectations Working For Or Against You? - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2010 from Susan DerryIn all of our relationships we have expectations of how things should be, this applies in our intimate relationships as well. Many of these expectations have not been clearly defined in our own mind and frequently we have not openly shared our expectations with our partner. As our partner bumps ...
Views: 1944(2 votes) - Facebook - Part 2 - Best Practices for Creative People - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2015 from Liisa KyleIn Part 1 of this article, we outlined the costs and benefits of Facebook for creative people. Today will focus on some fundamental Best Practices -- written especially for creative people who haven't yet taken the Facebook plunge, those new to Facebook and those who aren't using Facebook to ...
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