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- The selfless route to Self-Indulgence - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2009 from Danielle Raineor The Only Way to Get 5 Minutes Peace. Picture the scene... You’ve just collapsed onto the sofa with a drink and your favourite book/magazine/TV programme. The relaxing sigh is barely out of your mouth before you hear it....the summons. Somebody, somewhere wants a piece of you. And ...
Views: 1463(2 votes) - Mindfulness: Making Every Moment Count - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2009 from Louann VertreesOur minds seldom allow us to stay in the present. Worry or anticipation pull us into the future, and memories or regrets can leave us stuck in the past. We can learn valuable lessons from the past, and it is important to plan for the future, but it isn’t helpful to dwell too much on either ...
Views: 1286(2 votes) - Five Great Ways to Relax - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2009 from Jake RhodesNo matter how you live your life it’s guaranteed that you will encounter stresses and strains on a daily basis. In the fast-paced world we all live in it is vital to learn the best ways to relax as well to free up the proper amount of time to practice these methods. I realise it can be ...
Views: 928(3 votes) - ***The Sound Oasis Sound Therapy System for a Peaceful Sleep and Relaxed Wake up - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2013 from Serenity HealthFall is here, winter is around the corner. For those of you that live in the Midwest or Northeast you know that the season brings shorter days and many more hours of darkness in our days! This can be hard to adjust to and often times leave us feeling restless, down in the dumps and like we can ...
Views: 1335(2 votes) - The Benefits of Learning Music For Adults - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2009 from Fraser PetersonMany adults secretly long to play music. Unfortunately, with busy lives and hectic work schedules, it often seems impractical to fit in private tuition, and many of us feel a little awkward or embarrassed about going back into a teaching scenario, as the pupil. In reality, all the hang-ups we ...
Views: 5066(1 vote) - The Benefits of Learning Music For Kids - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2009 from Fraser PetersonLearning music as a child is one of the most fulfilling and constructive pastimes you can pursue, and one that is likely to stick with you through the teenage years and into later life. The benefits of learning and playing music, as a soloist and in a band/ensemble are vast, and cross over into ...
Views: 1134 - Choosing Guitar Lessons For Adults - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2009 from Fraser PetersonMost people think music lessons are just for children and teenagers. Actually, like learning to drive, learning to play a musical instrument isn't restricted to just young adults – in fact, anyone can learn to play music, at any age! Professional tuition is a great way to very quickly get to ...
Views: 829 - Choosing Guitar Lessons For Kids - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2009 from Fraser PetersonMost kids at some stage show an interest in music – whether that be listening to their favourite recording artists and singing into the hairbrush at home, or going to attend gigs and local music events. Some kids take that interest further, and decide to learn to play a musical instrument. As ...
Views: 885 - ***The Lava Lamp Drink: Just Looking At It Makes You Feel Good! - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2011 from Emily Erickson-SandstromEMILY'S ELIXIR a/k/a The Lava Lamp Drink You can feel good looking at this drink. Find 3 champagne flutes (glasses. Tall, stemmed, slim tulip shape a/k/a “champagne glasses”) for each person. This shape is necessary for the lava lamp effect. Have a bottle of Cook's champagne – if ...
Views: 4843(3 votes) - Stuck in the City Solo for July 4th - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsQuestion: I know this note comes to you on short notice but I am seriously dreading July 4th weekend. Most of my friends will be traveling and somehow it looks as though I will be stuck in the city, solo. Normally, I love being alone on long weekends but for some reason this year I am ...
Views: 765(1 vote) - *** Sun Alarm Ultima Can Help Combat the Winter Blues! - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2013 from Serenity HealthDo you fear the upcoming short days and longer periods of darkness? Do you suffer from SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder)? Is it tough for you to get up in the dark every morning? These are all common problems for many, many people today, commonly called the “Winter Blues” or if you have been ...
Views: 1128(1 vote) - 3 Powerful Reasons Why You SHOULD Procrastinate Now! - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2009 from Danish AhmedHi there everyone!! We are so overloaded with information today that we sometimes tend to generalize everything we learn. From the foundational book, The Power of Positive Thinking by Norman Vincent Peel, some people have generalized personal development to be “thinking positive all the ...
Views: 3905(5 votes) - ***Sweet Potato Chicken Pineapple Apricot Impressive Dinner with No Pot to Scrub - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2009 from Emily Erickson-SandstromNo Work Impressive Chicken and Sweet Potato with no pot to scrub You know those thin frozen cardboard chicken breasts that come in a heavy bag, that only a dieter would choose? Well, we are going to make them gourmet: This recipe makes your reputation. Today you are exhausted and want ...
Views: 3239(6 votes) - 4 Simple Steps to Feel the Fear...And Do It Anyway! - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2009 from Danish AhmedHi Everyone!! Fear Factors: 4 Simple Steps to Feel the Fear...And Do It Anyway! 1. Feel It. This can be the most difficult step. It's natural to want to get past our fear and not feel any anxiety. In our attempts to "overcome" fear, we tend to sometimes ignore it or suppress it... That ...
Views: 6401(3 votes) - Long Hot Summer - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsYesterday was the Summer Solstice, the first day of summer and the longest day of the year with the most sunlight. It’s official, it’s summer and time to go slow, absorb the fire in the sun, immerse ourselves in the summer green and blue colors of summer, and eat tons of fresh off the vine ...
Views: 755 - Stress And Relaxation - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2014 from Jon RhodesThe effects of long term stress are not to be taken lightly. Although they cannot always be seen, the effects of stress can lead to serious physical, as well as mental health problems. Managing our stress levels is very important if we wish to remain happy and healthy. Unfortunately this is ...
Views: 1685(3 votes) - A Discussion on Safety and Hunting Accidents - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2009 from William HayesHunting seems dangerous just by its very nature. But what are the facts? Every year there are appx 800 non-fatal hunting accidents and 100 fatal. When considering the large amount of hunters nation-wide (appx 20 million), one could come to the conclusion that hunting is fairly safe. Of course, ...
Views: 3476(2 votes) - Relax Yourself With Hypnosis - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2009 from Jake RhodesThe pace of life seems as if it’s picking up at an alarming rate. We live in a society where it is necessary to work long hours, eat meals “on the go” and travel on traffic jammed roads. It’s no surprise that all most people can be bothered to do after a day like this is to veg out on the couch, ...
Views: 1022(2 votes) - Managing Your Stress With Hypnosis Techniques - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from John OsgoodThere are many things in today's society that are not good for us, stress is one of them and is also one of the biggest killers, it manifests itself in our bodies in many different ways. There is positive and negative stress, and it is negative stress that is usually the one we want to ...
Views: 847(1 vote) - Aviation - How To Succeed - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2009 from Peter RadfordHistory Aviation refers to the activities involving aircraft, including the people, various support, operational and manufacturing organisations, and regulatory bodies associated with them. Many individuals and societies have built devices with the aim of being able to travel through the ...
Views: 1426(2 votes) - ***Save Money, Give yourself a Spa Treatment at Home - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2013 from Serenity HealthYes, it is possible to create a relaxing spa experience in the comfort of your own home! Of course, you won’t have the massage therapist but what if you could create the wonderful spa sounds and soothing smells to make your own relaxing spa-like atmosphere that you can relieve stress in ...
Views: 1292(3 votes) - 6 Easy Ways to Beat Boredom - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2009 from Mark FooEveryone regardless of what age experiences boredom. The kids are the first usually to say the words “I’m Bored” but us adults have at one point or another in life experience it too. Have you ever wondered why you are feeling bored? It can be a feeling of laziness, or exhaustion or even a ...
Views: 1822(2 votes) - Tips for Creating a Sacred Place - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIt is important to create a sacred space in your home so that you can retreat from the outside world and connect with your inner resources – your soul-self. Setting up this special space in your home will give you refuge and a sanctuary to recover from the stress and tension of your daily life. ...
Views: 741(2 votes) - The Joys of Unplugging - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWe live in a constantly connected world. Between cell phones, smart phones with email, laptops and wi-fi, we can be available any time, any place. Add in MP3 players, and you complete the electronic cocoon most of us wrap ourselves in. Yet this electronic availability takes us away from the ...
Views: 856 - Role of Dance in our lives - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2009 from Soumyasree Pawar“Dance is the most immediate and accessible of the arts because it involves your own body. When you learn to move your body on a note of music, it's exciting. You have taken control over your body, and by learning to do that, you discover that you can take charge of your own life." An ...
Views: 11934(1 vote) - Surviving Your Wedding: Stress-Free Wedding Tips - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Cherie JohnsonIt's down to the wire, and you find yourself pulling out your hair because the florist is slow at returning your calls, the tailor is taking too long to alter your gown, and you can't decide which dish to serve at the reception. It's enough to make anyone go crazy, but surviving wedding stress ...
Views: 2455(3 votes) - ***Bring Relaxation to the Workplace - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2013 from Serenity HealthWe all know that work is one place we need to try and be more relaxed and not get stressed or anxious. We all know that every doctor out there tells us to control stress, learn how to relax, reduce anxiety etc. Well, just how do you do that in the workplace if you have a stressful job, a lot ...
Views: 1259(5 votes) - ***Bring Relaxation to the Workplace - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2012 from Serenity HealthWe all know that work is one place we need to try and be more relaxed and not get stressed or anxious. We all know that every doctor out there tells us to control stress, learn how to relax, reduce anxiety etc. Well, just how do you do that in the workplace if you have a stressful job, a lot ...
Views: 1582(3 votes) - Family portrait paintings –A perfect gift - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Andrew ZhaoFamily portrait paintings forms the perfectgift for special persons on their special occasions such as anniversaries, birthdays, etc. Family portraits not only presents the talent of an artistbut also presents the knot of love and affection which keeps the entire family tied together. Family ...
Views: 1137(2 votes) - Taking a Time Out: You Are Not Crazy - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsMost of us feel a little crazy from time to time. Periods of high stress can make us feel like we’re losing it, as can being surrounded by people whose values are very different from our own. Losing a significant relationship and moving into a new life situation are other events that can cause ...
Views: 699(2 votes) - Using Aromatherapy & Essential Oils in the Laundry - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Marge ClarkNatural cleaning has become the latest craze with each corporation trying to outdo the other by offering so-called natural products for cleaning the house or for use in the laundry. But how can you know you are actually using an “all natural,” product? One of the safest ways is to purchase ...
Views: 16646(2 votes) - Time Out - for Time Well Spent - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Diane Craig
Views: 1512(2 votes) - Can Hypnosis Cure Insomnia? - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2009 from Tracks To RelaxInsomnia or difficulty falling asleep affects over 64 million people in North America and millions more around the world. Although insomnia can be a symptom of other health problems, for many people it is simply an inability to calm the mind that keeps them awake. It's also a self perpetuating ...
Views: 2504(1 vote) - *** Sun Alarm Ultima Alarm Clock for a Relaxed Wake Up - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2013 from Serenity HealthHave you ever noticed that the way you wake up in the morning affects your entire day? It’s true. If you are “jolted” from a deep sleep with an annoying alarm clock or the sounds of blaring music you are probably going to start your day off on the wrong foot. These rude awakenings of everyday ...
Views: 1499(2 votes) - Once You Have Had a Kahuna, You Will Never Go Back! - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2009 from Nigel CoatesSo, you are not feeling 100%. Work is full of stress, family life is running you ragged, and the bills are never ending. If you could just have a 'time-out' to recharge and refresh, life would be wonderful! Well, when was your last Massage? When did you last take time away from the pressures ...
Views: 2334(2 votes) - Now That I Know Why I Want More Fun, What Would Be Fun? Part #2 - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2009 from Carolyn BatesNow that I know why I want more Fun, what would be Fun? How can I have Fun? What do you stand for? What are your values? Some of mine are that I want to cherish each day and have great times with friends and my family. To do this, I have to take the time to make the plans. Who do I want ...
Views: 1826(3 votes) - The Wonder of Music in Our Life - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2009 from Mara FisherMusic can provide inspiration, relaxation and passion. Some people use music to set a mood. While others will have their favorite symphony playing while they study for exams. And let’s not forget dancing to your favorite song as a form of exercise or meditation! Yes music does inspire and ...
Views: 7201 - Get Beautiful Skin With Hypnosis - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from Jake RhodesIt is said that the quality of your skin is a reflection on your inner health. So if you find yourself with skin problems such as acne rosacea, flakiness or psoriasis it may be that you have an internal imbalance. There are many skin creams, scrubs and various other products on the market but ...
Views: 2420(1 vote) - *** Ahhh, The Soothing Sounds of an Outdoor Water Fountain - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2013 from Serenity HealthMany people think of water fountains as the perfect musical accompaniment to the all-natural soundtrack of any garden or natural outdoor space. More than soothing sounds however, an outdoor fountain offers relaxing and steady motion, an element of natural movement to any garden or patio setting. ...
Views: 2933(3 votes) - Making the "Innermost" of Vacations - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsDictionaries define vacations as 1) a period of time devoted to pleasure, rest, or relaxation, especially one with pay granted to an employee, 2) a holiday, and 3) a fixed period of holidays, especially one during which a school, court, or business suspends activities. What’s important is how ...
Views: 604(1 vote) - Patience... or Patient? - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Holly BoydYou choose. It wasn’t that long ago that I was choosing the path of little resistance, which is what happens when you don’t make a decision – or even realize that there is a choice. My life and my health were spinning out of control and I was the first one to say “hey, if you had my ...
Views: 2172(1 vote) - Why Do We Love Reading Fiction? - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIt’s a funny little habit, disappearing into a pile of dead, shredded, pressed and processed tree, following little inkmarks some other person put down, in a very particular order, so as to evoke an utterly insubstantial world that is different from the one you’re in and exists only behind the ...
Views: 1260(1 vote) - Learn How To Make Your Own Stress Balls In 9 Easy Steps - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2009 from Luka MalgajStress is an important part of our lives and affects us on several different ways. There are basically two types of stress, first is the Eustress or positive stress that has a supporting effect on our life, other type is negative Distress and this is the stress as we actually know it and want to ...
Views: 8299(3 votes) - Sustenance for the Soul: Taking Time for Yourself - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsModern life compels us to rush. Because we feel pressured to make the most of our time each day, the activities that sustain us, rejuvenate us, and help us evolve are often the first to be sacrificed when we are in a hurry or faced with a new obligation. It is important we remember that there is ...
Views: 974 - Getting the Appropriate Amount of Rest & Relaxation - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Stuart KaplowitzDo you get a good night’s rest? Chances are that if you are struggling with your mood you may not be getting enough rest. What we have learned as clinicians is that when we are not rested, we are not giving the body and mind a chance to regenerate. Now some people will say that they don’t ...
Views: 1013(1 vote) - Instant Stress Relief – Complete Relaxation in 10 Minutes with Binaural Beats - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Jonathan RoachInstant stress relief? Yes, really this is entirely possible and achievable for you over the next 30 minutes or so! Stress is a fact of life for so many people these days, whether they are top executives, ordinary workers, or perhaps mums at home coping with children and the demands of ...
Views: 1996 - What Is Your Favorite Relaxation Exercise? - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsI'm going to lead a 30 to 40 minute "Relaxation Seminar" for my dorm for a little study break during our dead week (reading period, week before finals, etc), and I have a few exercises up my sleeve from last quarter, but would like to add to the repertoire. So a little call for help! What ...
Views: 596(2 votes) - *** Outdoor Living: Good for the Mind - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2013 from Serenity HealthWe all find ourselves wanting to be outdoors more in the summer months with the abundance of sunshine, warmer temperatures, the sounds of the birds chirping and the longer days. I know that being outdoors always makes me feel much more relaxed and less stressed than being inside looking at all ...
Views: 1365(5 votes) - Three Quick, Easy and Effective Meditations to Relieve Stress at Work - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2009 from Pamela LipeAre you so stressed out at work that you do not even have time to think about relaxing? Are the demands at work building up fast and causing you to feel overwhelmed? Are you so busy you do not have time to learn a new stress management strategy? Here are three quick, easy and very ...
Views: 3022(5 votes) - Don't Take a Deep Breath: Un-Inhale Your Aspiration to Control Instead - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsTry the following: sit back and just breathe for a few moments. But before you actually "do" this, let us get clear on one point: there is no "doing" involved in this exercise, just witnessing of your breath exactly as it is at any given moment - for a few moments. You might be thinking: ...
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