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- How long does it take to learn guitar - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2019 from Hamza HassanWondering as a beginner how long it takes you to learn guitar? How many months can you expect to play your first songs? You will see in this article that you will learn your first melody in less than 15 minutes and that it depends greatly on your objective, your regularity and what you would ...
Views: 668(1 vote) - How To Become A Better Guitarist By Studying Yngwie Malmsteen - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2013 from Tom HessHow To Become A Better Guitarist By Studying Yngwie Malmsteen by Tom Hess When it comes to the most important guitar players to have ever played, I believe that Yngwie Malmsteen stands out as one of the most highly influential and ‘underrated’ guitarists. In fact, I would even ...
Views: 3221(1 vote) - How To Completely Relax In Just Ten Minutes - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2008 from Mark BoardmanA simple way to relax in ten minutes...this easy process can be used at any time of the day. It is particularly effective when going to bed if you suffer from insomnia, or when you first arrive home from work after a particularly stressful day. As with any relaxation techniques, the more you ...
Views: 6497(2 votes) - How to Enjoy Family Staycations in a Recession - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2009 from Rosemary Lichtman, Ph.D.Now that the summer solstice has given us more time between sunrise and sunset, Americans are officially in summer mode - using the extra daylight hours to spend with the family. But unemployment rates are above 10% in many states and the recession isn't showing signs of an early end. A lot of ...
Views: 1340(4 votes) - How to Make Your Own Spa at Home - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from Shirley KeyesHow often do you relax? Really relax? Relaxation is something you do, not something that just happens when you're not busy. It’s a gift you give yourself, but it’s also a necessity of life. While we can’t ignore life’s demands and the grasp of industrialized society’s leavings of “progress” ...
Views: 21361(2 votes) - Learning To Relax And Be Present - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2011 from Adam BenedettoWe all know what it is like to be on the go, always moving and working at the next thing. Even our mind jumps ahead constantly, already beginning the next stage. What will you do tomorrow or the next day? How does it fit with what you have to do next? Whew, no wonder you are exhausted, tired, ...
Views: 1024(1 vote) - Marijuana Facts and Myths - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2013 from Andrada TodFor decades now nonprofit organizations, medical associations and committees have been trying to restore the truth about cannabis and its effects on human health. Known as marijuana or weed, the dried flowers of cannabis contain Tetrahydrocannabinol, which is a psychoactive constituent that ...
Views: 1244(1 vote) - Mindfulness: The New Zen of Time Management - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2012 from Lynda KlauLynda Klau, Ph.D. Published in Global Association For Interpersonal Neurobiology Studies, Summer 09 As a licensed psychologist and business coach who has spent over two decades helping people who work in various business environments and professions - from the corporate world to small ...
Views: 2467(3 votes) - Modern furniture designs for a minimalist style - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2018 from M Nasir AzizWith the holidays almost coming in, it is time to decorate your house and welcome your guests. But, simplicity is a new style that people have adopted nowadays. Most of the Cattelan Italia furniture that is used today is not very sophisticated. The simple furniture doesn't have much designs or ...
Views: 759(1 vote) - Modern Interior Design Ideas - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2010 from Ladan LashkariWhen it comes to modern interior design ideas, how can you find the perfect design ideas and styles that you are looking for? Whether it is for your office, home, bedroom, or living room, finding the best modern styles is very important. As you know, there are many various ...
Views: 1891(1 vote) - Money Maker Machine Discover The Smashing Idea Of This Roulette System Tool!!! - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2009 from hank hiltonWe have a Unique Roulette System Tool on the market. Initially, we analyzed several Roulette Systems and Tools, and we can freely say that almost all of them have nothing to do with making money online. For all our visitors we recommend to read the Money Maker Machine Reviews from our ...
Views: 2313(2 votes) - Next - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Vickie GriffithA man rushes into a national coffee chain talking loudly on his cell phone as if there was no one in the store that could hear him. A steady stream of people are coming and going, in and out not noticing who is there or what is happening around them. Have they noticed the noise of the ...
Views: 1192(2 votes) - 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) - Peace of Mind is a Breath Away: The Fine Art of Meditation - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Yanni ManiatesLearning to meditate, quiet my mind and touch into the deep place of peace within me is the greatest skill I have ever learned to improve my life. "Meditation is the art of learning how to tend the sacred ground of your life. It connects you with your inner world. By meditating you learn how to ...
Views: 1868(2 votes) - Quick stress relief tips you can use on the go - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2013 from Linda ConnorsFeeling stressed, tired, running around, busy with work and family but no time for you? If this sounds like you keep reading for some quick stress relief you can use on the go. Modern life in a way also equals modern stress. Most people have less time to themselves with work, family, ...
Views: 3979(1 vote) - Quiescence Music Gives Away Free Piano Lesson and 342 Page Book! - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Edward WeissWho says you have to be a gifted genius to create your own unique piano compositions? Not Edward Weiss, educator, author and composer who’s just completed his first full length book on doing just that – turning anyone into a “virtual virtuoso” in as little as 30 days – even if they’ve never ...
Views: 2011(1 vote) - Refuge: The Art of Retreat - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2010 from Gordon ScarrittFor thousands of years, retreat was the primary vehicle for spiritual and personal development. It was an art, at the center of all the great esoteric teaching of Buddha, Jesus and others. But in the modern fast paced world it became a lost art. Retreat is misunderstood, and carries a negative ...
Views: 1214(2 votes) - RELAX Into You - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Denise CookYou're working on a project, totally concentrated and someone walks in and says, without provocation, "You need to relax". You look up from your feverish typing and wonder, "What are they talking about? I am relaxed." Or, you're making an impassioned comment about a news report or incident you ...
Views: 1125(1 vote) - 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) - Relax, Breathe Fully, Live Freely - by Submitted on May 02, 2009 from Donna PackardDo you know that most people are breathing barely enough to be alive? Most people breathe in a shallow manner, just bringing the breath barely into the chest. We have been conditioned to hold in our stomachs,and to wear tight clothing, inhibiting our ability to breathe fully. Have you watched a ...
Views: 1654(1 vote) - Secrets to Sound Sleep - by Feeling drowsy? You may not be getting enough sleep.
Sleep deprivation can lead to a loss of strength and a compromised immune system as well as a decrease in concentration, memory, and learning ability. Perhaps most noticeably, sleep loss often results in a downright rotten mood and the ...
Views: 1212(1 vote) - Silence is golden - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2012 from Martha Tara LeeHave you heard of the saying, “Speech is Silver, Silence is Golden?” This phrase can be traced back to early Egyptians and it essentially means that while speaking is good, saying nothing is better. Discretion can be worth more than even eloquent words. Have you ever felt glad, relieved even, ...
Views: 1370(1 vote) - Sleep and Wake to the Rhythms of Nature - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2012 from Patty TuckerAll life on Earth is determined, directed or defined by rhythms. Many are obvious, such as day and night, the flow of seasons and birth, growth, aging on to death. We see these play out over and over all around us, but we often forget that we, too, are a part of it all. Caught up as we are in ...
Views: 1506(2 votes) - Sleep Better Live Longer - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Dr Tom PotiskResearchers found that if people slept less than 7 hours a night or more than 8 hours a night, they had an increased risk of death. For short sleep women, that increase was 21% (men: 26%) and for long sleeping women, the increase was 17% (men: 24%). If the participants reported using sleep ...
Views: 1287(1 vote) - Some Meditation Skills - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2016 from Dion DalyA holistic way of living and meditation have become very popular in current years, with more individuals looking for an alternative to the frenzied speed of everyday life. Nevertheless, a lot of practitioners of meditation don't reflect on the obstacles modern society gives to meditation. Even ...
Views: 946(2 votes) - Some methods to get a better life without tobacco - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2019 from Maria DianaAnyone who has tried knows that giving up cigarettes is not easy. But there is always the opportunity to achieve a better life without tobacco . In fact, effective treatment involves addressing three aspects: physical, psychological and behavioral. In addition to circumventing (physical) ...
Views: 816(1 vote) - Spain's Holiday culture and its Influences - by Submitted on May 15, 2011 from Porsche KlingerWhen you arrive on your HOLIDAY TO SPAIN you will be able to sample the true Spanish culture. This culture is known far and wide, as being one of the friendliest civilizations that welcome friends and visitors alike with open arms. This spirit of friendliness along with their generosity is what ...
Views: 1658(1 vote) - Staying Grounded - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2013 from William FetterFeeling overwhelmed? Stressed? Too much on your plate? Get Grounded, Come to Center I'm old enough to remember a time when people usually answered "good" when you asked them the standard, "How are you doing?" These days the answer is commonly "busy." In the last few weeks, while ...
Views: 1194(2 votes) - Stress Kills - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2011 from Bryan SchuetzIt can come on quickly or slowly, but stress is a killer none the less. Stress creates a fire inside the body of inflammation and poisons the mind with worry. Knowing more about how stress works will give you power over its grip. It will also help you to identify where stress is attacking ...
Views: 1455(3 votes) - Stress management for a calmer and more enjoyable life - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2012 from Linda ConnorsHave you ever noticed that some people always seem to be calm, collected and comfortable in any situation? Many of these people experience anxieties and stresses which most people feel, however they have cultivated ways of relaxing in the most stressful situation, viewing the stress as an ...
Views: 1554(1 vote) - Stress Management Strategies - by Submitted on May 23, 2011 from Tara SpringettIn this article I will outline very efficient stress management strategies and general self-help for stress. People feel stressed for several reasons: firstly, they may experience conflicts and traumatic experiences of loss, which inflict massive amounts of stress on their lives. In most ...
Views: 972(1 vote) - Stress Relaxation Techniques - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2010 from Fabrianna PayneJust about any negative feelings can bring on stress. Sadness, frustration, anger, guilt, fear, etc. It raises your blood pressure, can make you anxious or nervous, and can cause muscle tension. Prolonged or significant levels of stress can be very unhealthy, even though some level of stress is ...
Views: 968(1 vote) - Stress: 5 ways to minimise this silent killer - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2010 from Anna AparicioDo you have trouble sleeping or find it really hard to relax? Do you feel overwhelmed by people and things in your life? I am not surprised. Most people I coach are so stressed out they don't know whether they are coming or going. A lot of them sleep badly or not at all. Their eating habits ...
Views: 3242(1 vote) - Stressed Out? Stress Management Can Improve Your Quality of Life - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2010 from Wendy BurnettResearch has shown that stress worsens the symptoms of fibromyalgia and other chronic conditions; increasing pain levels and "fibro fog," and interfering with sleep. Stress management is an essential step in reducing stress levels, helping you to eliminate some stressors, and reduce the impact ...
Views: 2582(1 vote) - 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) - The Bath as Metaphor - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2005 from Victoria MoranI used to think that if I read one more magazine piece telling me to take a candlelight bubble bath, I’d perish from terminal cliché. That was before I understood that a bath, when you see it right, isn’t just a bath. It is rather a metaphor for renewal. Every time you bathe (or shower, for that ...
Views: 5949(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 Best Sleep Ever - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2012 from Cade LennoxHave you ever met one of those people who simply always have energy to get everything done and they never complain about a sleepless night’s rest? How do they do it and what are their secrets? Although everyone has different schedules and regimens, there are a few things that you can do to ...
Views: 1482(1 vote) - The Confession of an Opera Addict - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from leonard rosmarinI am a self-confessed opera-addict. Although I know my attitude is totally wrong, in my secret heart of hearts I would probably consign all other art forms to hell. My addiction began when I was six years old. My father always tuned into the Saturday afternoon Metropolitan Opera broadcasts. I ...
Views: 1677(3 votes) - The Feng Shui Secret - Don't Forget It - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from Pat HeydlauffHave you applied Feng Shui principles to your home over the last few years? Have you tried a “do-it-yourself” Feng Shui balancing act where things were better for a while then everything fell apart again? Has anything changed in your life since you created balance in your personal or workplace ...
Views: 1519(2 votes) - The History and Benefits of Acupuncture - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2010 from sarah labdarAcupuncture is a technique whereby inserting needles into specific points on the body will reduce pain and increase the body's own ability to heal itself. Much like several of the other alternative medicines, acupuncture has not been readily accepted in Western culture. It has only started to ...
Views: 958(1 vote) - The Most Common and Valuable Methods for Alleviating Stress at Work - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2012 from David SimpsonBefore we can begin a successful discussion of office stress relief strategies, it is important to understand the underlying causes of the stress that arises in the office. A basic initial step to lowering the pressure of the work environment is to just stay away from the things that cause ...
Views: 1127(1 vote) - The Power of Patchouli Oil - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from MKenneth KearnsPatchouli oil is not necessarily popular among masses. However, this essential oil is valuable in both skin care as well as perfumery. It is steam distilled from Pogostemon patchouli herb, which is tender upright with spikes of white flowers that are purple tinted. You will find lots of these ...
Views: 3660(2 votes) - The Quickest & Easiest Way to Switch Off – and It’s Fr*ee! - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2011 from annie breathingspacetherapies.co.ukThe Quickest & Easiest Way to Switch Off – and It’s Fr*ee! I am lucky enough to be in The States at the moment and spent the week-end with some dear friends in New Jersey. On Saturday, we visited the New Jersey Shore at Cape May, a beautiful Victorian seaside resort not far from ...
Views: 1265(1 vote) - Therapeutic Color: Quiets the Mind - Soothes the Soul - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2013 from XXXX XXXXXOur world is a beautiful abstract of colors. Colors elicit human response. Whether it is at a conscious level or sub-conscious level, the anatomy of color effects us emotionally, psychologically, spiritually and physiologically - at various levels. It is therefore, beneficial to plan an ...
Views: 4303(2 votes) - Three Habits to Improve Your Mental and Physical Health - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2016 from Winifred BraggBy developing three simple habits, you can improve your mental and physical health: 1. Sleep 30 minutes more each day Increase your sleep about 30 minutes more tonight than you did last night. Stress levels are affected by sleep. Studies show that 90% of people do not get enough sleep. ...
Views: 1060(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) - Vacation, Relaxation, and Intermission - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Carrie FlehartyA respite or a scheduled time off from work, school or any activity happens to be the official definition of vacation. I ask you how many times do you truly believe when taking a vacation that you totally take off from such activities, and deviate from the normal every day-to-day nose to the ...
Views: 1660(1 vote) - Villas in Alicante for White Topped Mountains and Fantastic Views - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2011 from Porsche KlingerVILLAS IN ALICANTE are an ideal way to visit a province of Spain, the capital of the same name. This is a historic Mediterranean port city and the second largest city of the Valencian Community in Spain. Mediterranean cruises stop in the port of Alicante and if you are visiting for holiday or ...
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