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- The Wisdom of the Real People - by Submitted on May 03, 2012 from Keith Varnum“The aborigines of Australia believe everything exists on the planet for a reason. Everything in Oneness has a purpose. There are no freaks, misfits, or accidents. There are only things that humans do not understand. There are only misunderstandings and mysteries not yet revealed to mortal ...
Views: 1504 - The Wisdom to See through Lies - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2012 from Business BookshopCan you Detect Deception? Six ways to know when I am lying There is no sure way to tell if someone is lying - but plenty of myths. Wisdom eschews quick answers from pop psychology, like an averted gaze or shuffling of feet. In fact, the more that “every smart person knows” something, the ...
Views: 1325 - The Wordallogic - Addicted to Violence; Why Do We Continue the Cycle? - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2013 from Aleasa Word*All articles are under protected property. Any attempt to reprint, duplicate or use text used herein without expressed written permission is a violation of the law. Addicted to Violence; Why Do We Continue the Cycle? – October 3, 2011 -Author Aleasa M. Word He says, “When we love, we ...
Views: 1653 - This One Is Personal - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2011 from Nancy SeniorThis One Is Personal Originally Posted www.frontporchhealing.com October 2, 2011 Once upon a time I decided to get a tattoo. I knew where it would be and I knew what it would look like. A fairy angel with a magic wand. She would flitter above where my left breast use to be and out of her ...
Views: 1256 - This Year: 20 Practical Affirmations For the New Year - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2013 from Terri MarieTHIS YEAR… I am going to live as if I were dancing on roses I will treat everyday as a miracle. I will claim each small step toward my goals as the giant victory it is. I will find millions of things to be grateful for I will tell people I love them as often as I can. If a day goes by and I ...
Views: 1134 - Thoughts on suicide - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2011 from Dr. Christine King[Following is a blog entry I wrote about a year ago, in a personal blog I titled "Notes to Self." I submit it here for digestion and discussion...] Note to Self: Thoughts of suicide occur only to the sane. In fact, I submit that it may be the one true mark of sanity. Anyone who is ...
Views: 1209 - Three magic words for depression and tough times - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2017 from Andy KayIf you've never experienced depression, consider yourself lucky. But show me one human being who does not profess to at least having been upon hard times, and I'll show you a liar. (Well, either that or one lucky bastard.) Even the bigshots, the Sylvester Stallones and Tony Robbinses of ...
Views: 1272 - Time and Eternity - Cousins, But Not Brothers - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2018 from Rhett KniepTime and eternity are related concepts, but different. They are not, as many believe, opposite sides of the same coin, so to speak. So we naturally ask ourselves: how can we define these concepts? If you have ever thought about it, you realize everything we understand is because we understand ...
Views: 1116 - Time to Let Go Of Personal 'Stories' - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Dawn BarclayWhat’s your story? You will have one, we all do. I hear many stories; sometimes I listen while an individual shares their ‘story’ for the very first time. And some have been horrendous in content: full encyclopaedias of fear, loneliness, addictions, pain, vulnerabilities, sadness, lack, ...
Views: 894 - Today is the day - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2014 from Kathleen GageHow often have you said, “Today’s the day!” regarding something you are committed to changing. Yet, by day’s end you either didn’t do what you said you would do or you did something that directly sabotaged your success? Unfortunately, this happens more times than not. Whether it be to eat ...
Views: 1615 - Top 3 Worst Pieces of Advice I Have Ever Heard - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2013 from Linda PaullThis may sound like a slightly ironic headline but I am writing this post in celebration of all the bad advice I have received or have heard others receive over the years and this brings me to a very important point. Why do we spend so much time listening to others whose advice is coming from ...
Views: 1216 - Transforming Rage into Right Action - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2013 from Janet Smith WarfieldI have always had to go deeply into my own rage in order to bring it into the light to heal. If I don't allow myself to feel the rage, I cannot heal either myself or others. Not allowing myself to feel it is like clamping a lid on a boiling pot of water. Eventually, it boils over in uncontrolled ...
Views: 1352 - Two brothers love each other more than they love themselves. The ultimate love story - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2012 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieThe true essence of love – when we want something as good or better than we wish for ourselves. TWO PEAS IN A POD Two brothers were orphaned when they were youngsters. They were farmers and worked together on their family farm. Years later the elder brother married and had a family with two ...
Views: 5561 - Unveiling the Pinnacle of Aquatic Adventure: The Ultimate Guide to the Best Motorized Surfboard Manufacturer - Aqua Electric Jet - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2023 from Shubham SardaIntroduction: In the thrilling realm of water sports, the motorized surfboard has emerged as a revolutionary vessel, offering riders an exhilarating experience on the waves. As enthusiasts seek the epitome of aquatic adventure, one name stands out among the rest - aqua electric jet go karting ...
Views: 399 - Up Your Game This Valentine’s Day - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2020 from Noelle NelsonHow about if this Valentine’s Day you upped your game? What if, instead of--or in addition to-- focusing the intensity of your love on that one special person in your life, you turned the spotlight of your love onto your life! Your whole life, all of it, every aspect of it. If rather than ...
Views: 876 - Using Customized Bags for Better Shopping Experience - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2020 from Right Gifting Solution Pvt LtdCustomized/ custom bags are gaining huge popularity among all people who shop from shopping malls or other stores. The manufacturers design these customized bags keeping in mind the needs of the user. You can find these bags in different styles, brands, and patterns. Custom bags are ...
Views: 689 - Using Your Inner Guidance System - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2013 from Mariano Jauco“ Do the thing you fear, and the death of fear is certain.” -Ralph Waldo Emerson _______ You have incredible powers of mind and emotions that give you timely and accurate feedback in every area of your life. In this post, you learn how to “tune in” to yourself so you can make the right ...
Views: 1437 - Utopia here I come! There’s no place like Utopia - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2012 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieThe Best Place in the World Imagine the most idyllic place your imagination can savor and luxuriate in? Creating Utopia Imagine this place where people are always so fair, honest, kind, nice, helpful, sweet and generous. This is what Utopia is. A Man For All Seasons Have you heard of ...
Views: 1818 - What About Human Dignity? - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2013 from Suzanne HosangIt was supposed to a joyous event. It was April 15th, 2013 in a small and insulated city called Boston where the oldest marathon was being held on a holiday called Patriot’s Day. It’s like a weekend block party where schools are closed and families come to have fun to watch 26,000 runners run ...
Views: 1273 - What Did Jesus Really Mean? - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2015 from craig lock ("incorrigible encourager and people-builder")Article Title: What Did Jesus Really Mean? from http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/what-did-jesus-really-mean-0 and http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/what-did-jesus-really-mean Shared by: Craig Lock Category (key words): Spiritual Growth, Faith, Christianity, Jesus, Jesus Christ, ...
Views: 1707 - What Is the One Thing Harder to Do Than Making Money? - by Submitted on May 03, 2018 from Rhett KniepHolding on to money is more difficult than making money. Money in your hand is slippery, and very difficult to grasp. Have you ever experienced this phenomena? Read the stories of lottery winners. Read the sad stories of common people suddenly getting massive windfalls. The vast majority of ...
Views: 1527 - What is Up With That Sinus Infection! - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Dr. Rick SchaeferBe careful what you say, because once it’s out there you can’t get it back. Be careful also what you don’t say, because there are effects from holding it in. A client of mine, I will use the name Tom, called for a health consultation and reported he was having his fourth sinus infection ...
Views: 1149 - What makes a great teacher? - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2011 from Dr. Christine King[First published in Horses, Inc., 2007] The best teacher I’ve ever had was the guy who taught swine medicine and production during my 4th year of vet school. Now, I just can’t express to you how little interest I had in swine medicine and production! It was about on par with the poultry and ...
Views: 1160 - What To Consider When Buying a Home - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2021 from James SpragEvery person dreamed of having their own apartment, which is just like a privilege for them. It is an interesting activity to go out for finalizing your apartment. But, before taking this big decision of their life, there are certain things that need to be considered. The most important thing ...
Views: 640 - What's Your Story? - by Submitted on May 11, 2012 from Jodi ChapmanI was watching Oprah’s Lifeclass the other night and author and speaker Iyanla Vanzant was talking about changing the stories that we tell ourselves. Oftentimes these stories are true. They are parts of our life and parts of our past that happened. Yes, you have been hurt and mistreated and ...
Views: 1228 - What’s Behind the Curtain of the Political Divide in America? - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2020 from William CottringerWhat’s Behind the Curtain of the Political Divide in America? By Bill Cottringer “We divided ourselves among caste, creed, culture and countries but what is undivided remains most valuable: a mere smile and the love.” ~Santosh Kalwar. Don’t be fooled into believing the divide in ...
Views: 898 - What’s the difference between vision, mission, and purpose? - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Maria MarsalaVision – What am I creating? This would be from my standpoint (features, services/products, $, ideal client, etc.) Mission – How am I helping/servicing my clients? What are the end results from the clients standpoint? Purpose – What is it inside of me that makes me do or brings out the ...
Views: 3857 - When Hope is Nothing More Than Hype - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2012 from Cathy EckAccording to Google, every day around 13,600,000 people search for hope on the web. People are desperate for hope. They think hope is somewhere out there, and they need to acquire it to get what they want from life. People spend hard-earned money on get-rich-quick schemes that promise ...
Views: 1735 - When in a tight corner think, act and pray. 7 LESSONS TO FREEDOM - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2012 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieWHEN IN A TIGHT CORNER PUT ON YOUR THINKING CAP! BAD FAITH Queen Shahrazad, exciting storyteller of the epic One Thousand and One Nights, related a series of stories about faith, trust and true friendship and our how our doubts can sour all relations. When lack of trust is stronger than ...
Views: 1825 - When To Give Help And Advice And When Not To - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2016 from Suzanne ZachariaWhen should we give help or advice and when should we bite our tongue and let the matter be? It is a hard call sometimes. What to do when faced with an urge to say or do something which we perceive to be helpful, even essential? But is it really? How can we really tell? We all want to help ...
Views: 1720 - Who Needs Wisdom? - by Submitted on May 28, 2011 from Wayne KehlThis is my favourite definition of wisdom: “Good sense; the ability to make sensible decisions and judgments based on personal knowledge and experience." Note that good sense requires personal knowledge and experience in order to be effective. Wisdom cannot grow and flourish in isolation. ...
Views: 1543 - Who You Really Are - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2012 from Paul Dalton"Everyone in this world shares the same innate source of wisdom, but it is hidden by the tangle of our own misguided thoughts." - Sydney Banks One of the coolest things about Transformative Coaching is that it encourages us peek behind the façade of our own story telling. That is, when we are ...
Views: 1659 - Why did Thomas Paine Write Common Sense? - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2012 from Amy DyslexThomas Paine was a radical propagandist. He contributed articles to the Pennsylvania Magazine on various topics. Paine was committed to the cause of American independence. On January 10, 1776, he published a pamphlet titled as Common Sense, which became popular instantly and was meant for the ...
Views: 2469 - Why Love? - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2019 from Mary HorsmanWhy not? It’s a mystery to be solved. Why would any of us, and collectively, all of us together, choose a future filled with anything but Love, joy, peace and happiness? Isn’t it in our power to decide what we want and focus all our thought and energy on exactly that? It is. So ...
Views: 821 - Why Should You Choose a Second-Hand Caravan for Sale? - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2024 from Jilli SmithAre you dreaming of embarking on unforgettable road trips and embracing the nomadic lifestyle? Caravanning might be your perfect solution. As you contemplate this exciting venture, you will face a crucial decision: should you invest in a brand-new caravan or explore the second-hand caravans for ...
Views: 117 - Why Should You Own Gold in a Recession? - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2015 from Cynthia WitsonOwning gold during a recession is one of the best investment decisions you can make. While the value of currencies decreases, typically that means the value of gold increases. Gold is one of very few safe havens for today’s uncertain economy worldwide where all fiat currencies are worthless ...
Views: 2918 - Why You Should Never Stop Learning - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2018 from Cassie PhillipsThere is a common misconception that the older and mature you become, the less you will be required to learn. The reason for this perception is that you assume to have reached a certain age where learning is no longer necessary to thrive in daily life. You may also be satisfied with attaining a ...
Views: 1021 - Wise Reminders From Plato - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2022 from Scott & Stephen PetulloPlato (429--347 BC), the Greek philosopher, is known as one of the greatest and most influential philosophers of the ancient world. The academy he founded, one of the first Western schools to offer higher learning, helped shape how we structure schools and universities today. Besides philosophy, ...
Views: 587 - Wise Words of Bruce Lee - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2022 from Scott & Stephen PetulloBruce Lee, born Lee Jun-fan (November 27, 1940 – July 20, 1973) was a Hong Kong and American martial artist, martial arts instructor, actor, director, screenwriter, producer, and philosopher. He’s considered to be the most influential martial artist of all time and helped change the way Asians ...
Views: 547 - Wise Words of Leo Tolstoy - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2022 from Scott & Stephen PetulloLeo Tolstoy (September 9, 1828—November 20, 1910) was a Russian writer and is recognized as one of the greatest authors of all time. War and Peace is widely considered his best work. Below we list some words of wisdom from Leo Tolstoy. “The more we live by our intellect, the less we ...
Views: 518 - Woman and choice Mother - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Fardhie HantaryInvocation and Peace for them Woman and choice Mother. Many people already travel on this earth lives either in large or small an achievement or a desire, which is considered a success and a symbol of the success of someone or a group, actually really can not be separated from the active ...
Views: 1737 - WORDS ARE WICKED - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2017 from William CottringerWORDS ARE WICKED By Bill Cottringer “In the End, we will remember not the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends,” ~Martin Luther King, Jr. For over 50-years now, I have worked in criminal justice as a law enforcement officer, prison warden and a security manager, and ...
Views: 1339 - WORK ETIQUETTE FOR SUCCESS - Good behavior is essential in building a good relationship. People with pleasing personalities have an edge over other. - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2019 from Rahul KapoorGood manners are essential in building good relationships. You might have observed that people with pleasing demeanour are popular and they have edge over others. In this article, I will highlight a few examples of our day to day work-life behaviour and illustrate how that affect us and the ones ...
Views: 728 - Workout Wisdom For The Workplace - by Submitted on Dec 25, 2011 from Eileen McDarghThe dictionary defines workout as a "physical or mental effort or activity directed toward the production or accomplishment of something." Sounds just like our workplaces where effort is expended to provide either a product or a service. Look closer at a gym and one can learn seven lessons ...
Views: 1180 - Write My Essay For Me - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2011 from Maryanne SmithHow do I write my essay? Will I be able to write my essay paper well? Who can I approach to write my essay for me? These are some of the questions that students usually ask themselves when they are given essay writing assignments most of which are complex and also given a limited time. However, ...
Views: 895 - Write My Term Non-Plagiarized Term Paper - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from Maryanne SmithWhen students seek write my term paper services it their wish to get papers that are non- plagiarized and that will give them good grades. However, many illegitimate companies have come up that offer write my term paper services that are of low quality which ends up affecting the students’ ...
Views: 920 - Write My Term Paper Online - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from Maryanne SmithWrite my term paper services are available at custom writing companies and sites online. Such companies provide term paper writing assistance to students and different other clients online. It is essential for students in need of such assistance to rely on the best custom writing companies ...
Views: 643 - Your Soul is Calling - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2012 from Jodi ChapmanHave you ever felt called to a higher level of existence, but you resisted because you were afraid to take that leap of faith? Have you ever had a dream that conveyed a message – a powerful message that you knew needed to be listened to and acted upon? Did you answer the call and act on ...
Views: 1339 - “Quantum Leap Thinking” EXPLAINED - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2020 from James MapesRed phosphorus and potassium chlorate are stable chemicals when kept in isolation, but when they are mixed together and shaken, they explode. There is undeniable energy and a transformation takes place. Quantum Leap Thinking, or QLT, is a collection of ideas, concepts, distinctions, and ...
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