tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-56350096125619716622024-03-12T16:40:17.415-07:00Turn UP Your Life!HappyUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5635009612561971662.post-8861251616569277662010-02-18T16:00:00.000-08:002010-02-18T16:00:35.577-08:00Happy Quotes to Help You Forget Your Worries<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNHIi9NT9lYhFARtDT4diHt1f2opf9tBjo07RK-CvYgNRsPFzkd-XWiOpPPhvOLYYn98FbkRhWnSFM1-PhMGKl0lZ_e3me9tOdnMl409VI7E1Ino2u41Dwm_RHbJOjg1hN0IhoCGOkvcI/s1600-h/smiley.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNHIi9NT9lYhFARtDT4diHt1f2opf9tBjo07RK-CvYgNRsPFzkd-XWiOpPPhvOLYYn98FbkRhWnSFM1-PhMGKl0lZ_e3me9tOdnMl409VI7E1Ino2u41Dwm_RHbJOjg1hN0IhoCGOkvcI/s320/smiley.png" /></a><br />
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It is quite difficult to stay happy and optimistic as we face everyday problems. Good thing there are happy quotes to help us survive the growing disease around us called pessimism. Not only these famous happy quotes will boost your energy and motivation, you will also become more optimistic about your relationships, work, family and life in general.<br />
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Happy quotes remind us to take time to enjoy the world that we're in before it's too late. Sometimes we get caught up in the rat race and forget to stop and smell the roses.<br />
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Studies show that becoming an optimist will make you a less prone depression or anxiety, be more successful, and a lot healthier both physically and mentally.<br />
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These happy quotes from the likes of Gandhi, Dalai Lama, and other famous people will refresh your determination and drive to stay positive and succeed in your goals. Here are 10 famous happy quotes that will surely open up your mind and heart:<br />
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"Happiness is not a goal; it is a by - product." (Eleanor Roosevelt)<br />
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"Man is fond of counting his troubles, but he does not count his joys. If he counted them up as he ought to, he would see that every lot has enough happiness provided for it." (Fyodor Dostoevsky)<br />
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"Don't rely on someone else for your happiness and self worth. Only you can be responsible for that. If you can't love and respect yourself - no one else will be able to make that happen. Accept who you are - completely; the good and the bad - and make changes as YOU see fit - not because you think someone else wants you to be different." (Stacey Charter)<br />
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"If you want to be happy, be." (Leo Tolstoy)<br />
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"The best way to cheer yourself up is to try to cheer somebody else up." (Mark Twain)<br />
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"Nothing can bring you happiness but yourself." (Ralph Waldo Emerson)<br />
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"Happiness is like a butterfly which, when pursued, is always beyond our grasp, but, if you will sit down quietly, may alight upon you." (Nathaniel Hawthorne)<br />
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"If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion." (Dalai Lama)<br />
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"Happiness is a Swedish sunset; it is there for all, but most of us look the other way and lose it." (Mark Twain)<br />
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"The world is full of people looking for spectacular happiness while they snub contentment." (Doug Larson)<br />
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If you surround yourself with inspiring happy quotes like the ones written above then having a better attitude will soon come naturally. These act as your shield against the negative news out there. With better attitude you will feel like you're ready to face the world bravely.<br />
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Reading these happy quotes is just the first step on becoming optimistic. The most important thing is you apply these insights to your personal life and affect the people around you.<br />
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Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Leo_BlancoUnknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5635009612561971662.post-65336516804097790022010-02-09T19:04:00.000-08:002010-02-09T19:04:11.358-08:00Don't Worry!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2HhZG63NCrzYlN5L4kRXYxJV07VwB7j_chdmC1fgF9sFWwaY2hyyGLaKKKcmoHev9m41_HHjQ0N7B8mbXBoIcQk0xY69Ev4-qP1wFhHrUInl8oDVspgAo1_yG7Qs-LaCVPL31_lwg6f0/s1600-h/cat+walking.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2HhZG63NCrzYlN5L4kRXYxJV07VwB7j_chdmC1fgF9sFWwaY2hyyGLaKKKcmoHev9m41_HHjQ0N7B8mbXBoIcQk0xY69Ev4-qP1wFhHrUInl8oDVspgAo1_yG7Qs-LaCVPL31_lwg6f0/s320/cat+walking.png" /></a></div>A man hated his wife's cat and he decided to get rid of it. He drove 20 blocks away from home and dropped the cat there. The cat was already walking up the driveway when he approached his home.<br />
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The next day, he decided to drop the cat 40 blocks away but the same thing happened. He kept increasing the number of blocks but the cat kept coming home before him.<br />
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At last he decided to drive a few miles away, turn right, then left, past the bridge, then right again and another right and so on until he reached what he thought was a perfect spot and dropped the cat there.<br />
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An hour later.... The man calls his wife at home and asked her, "Jen is the cat there?" "Yes, why do you ask?" answered the wife.<br />
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Frustrated the man said," Put that damn cat on the phone, I am lost and I need directions to reach home!!!<br />
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" How much ever we dislike somebody, someday we will need their assistance. So never worry how many people dislike you... "Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5635009612561971662.post-43738155129982418982010-02-01T19:20:00.000-08:002010-02-01T19:20:45.672-08:00Recognizing Who are the Totally Happy Individuals?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgET6kBRTeO2cirVf_PjU51PnMRz4ElgZxg8tn7HRqlu9NADgOkqUiGuc7_8mbjCu5b4IHrYRtWaPUsA910YLxvLw_9lCcYZdOGEd0mBQDRtK0KIbDvAnZKPfpXRNSK85eNX2iDXVWPUUQ/s1600-h/total+happiness.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgET6kBRTeO2cirVf_PjU51PnMRz4ElgZxg8tn7HRqlu9NADgOkqUiGuc7_8mbjCu5b4IHrYRtWaPUsA910YLxvLw_9lCcYZdOGEd0mBQDRtK0KIbDvAnZKPfpXRNSK85eNX2iDXVWPUUQ/s320/total+happiness.png" /></a></div>Who are the totally happy individuals?<br />
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- Those are boxed in any emotion they find detrimental, can free themselves and transform to be totally happy,<br />
- Those are partly happy, can fully maximize the advantageous and be totally happy,<br />
- Those are temporarily happy, can be totally happy permanently,<br />
- Those are being delayed, can instantly and immediately be totally happy,<br />
- Those are intermittently happy, can enjoy being totally happy smoothly and everlastingly,<br />
- Those are happy can immediately switch to be totally happy, and<br />
- The rest who are other than these can be totally happy individuals, at will, now and here.<br />
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Actually describing the totally happy individuals in this world is easy because in any society around the globe, we can easily recognize them since they are prominently distinctive, especially when we observe their outer physical reflections being the projection from their inner metaphysical dimension.<br />
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Totally happy individuals are males and females, wherever they are, and wherever they go, they are totally happy. Their total happiness is authentic, bold, full, genuine, pure, real, and wholesome. In addition it is natural, and original. It is constant, without a level therefore it cannot be any less or more. It is also consistent, thus enough for a life span.<br />
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They are full of spirit, vitality, and enthusiasm. Thus, they are always jovial, easily joyful and are able to enjoy the full enjoyment in every moments of their life. They are witnessed to having a great sense of humor, so much so they are heard singing, humming, and whistling sweet tones.<br />
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Truly visible physically yet subtly are the natural shinning facial glow without cosmetics, and the sparkles at the corners of their eyes. Their smiles adorned with special sweetness, the usual fixed curve curling up the corners of their lips. In addition, their spontaneous laughter vibrating through and thus shakes their entire body.<br />
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Yes, the nature of totally happy individuals are exuberance, and full of excitement, liveliness, cheerfulness, and zest. In addition, they are full of energy with awesome charisma, dynamic aura, and the always spreading luminance of fresh yet gentle radiance.<br />
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Totally happy individuals do not wait for total happiness to happen; they decide and choose these exciting happenings now.<br />
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In addition, totally happy individuals do not have a list to do things in order to make them totally happy. In fact, they enjoy total happiness in every moments of their life, so they do not encounter some days they are being happier than other days. Instead by being continuously in total happiness, they can have a list of meaningful activities to do if they prefer to.<br />
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At every present moment, they are totally happy individuals, so they are engaged in self-talk in a manner of interactive internal dialog, with the focus on their total success.<br />
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Truly totally happy individuals are those who have fixed a whole life commitment to being totally happy. They basically scripted their entire life based upon knowing that an individual proposes, and the God disposes.<br />
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Totally happy individuals live their life in accordance to the way of life ordained by the God; the source of their feeling of total happiness. They know what the terms happy hours mean, when they spend quality moments in conversations with the God.<br />
While in these conversations, they humbly ask for wonderful opportunities, abundantly luxurious provisions, pristine wisdom, and ultimate possibilities, while aligning their personal compelling purpose with the overall grand purpose of the God.<br />
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Thus trusting the God, they perform real magic, and they experience miracles at every moment throughout their precious life, because first and foremost they position themselves being in total happiness.<br />
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Their outlook of life is full of optimism, so much so the environment may presents gloom, the situation promises doom, but not to the totally happy individuals who see freedom in the direction of optimal living.<br />
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They decide and choose the option of total happiness as the preference of their life priority. They impress total happiness inside them and express it outside them.<br />
Normally life challenges are minimal, and yet when they are opportune to encounter one, they immediately return to their intention and forward strategy by visualizing and emotionalizing their wishes. Thus they ensure its manifestation.<br />
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They overcome the conditions of failure, because they consider this as an outcome. Supposing they do not like the outcome, they change the visuals and feelings inside them, in order to change the outcome outside them.<br />
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As totally happy individuals they fixed solid believe, heightened expectation and faithful anticipation, either in flow, cycles, or synchronicity.<br />
In flow they are engrossed in this feeling, and thus, each moment is avenues for self improvement, development, enhancements leading to productivity of the highest quality, and maximum quantity.<br />
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In cycles they are totally happy within the ups and downs. This is because they do not need a reason to be happy. The totally happy individuals remain in total happiness regardless of what happen or what did not happen in their life, because they know that total happiness is not dependent, yet independent of a subject or an individual; an object or possession; a context such as a circumstances, a condition, an event, a happenstance, a situation, an environment, surrounding, or a dimension.<br />
In synchronicity they are in control of change, for example the shifting of their paradigm, or switching of their perspective to keep on benefiting from the goodness in life and the respect for other individuals.<br />
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Normally, totally happy individuals are seldom alone, or feeling lonely or being in loneliness. However, when they are actually alone, totally happy individuals are living optimally, by doing what they love and they love what they are doing. They are engaged, immersed, and engrossed in what they are doing, while continuously being totally happy.<br />
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While in their relationships with others, they do not consider comparison or competition. They exercise self-in control. Thus they prefer not to be a happier person, or happier than others.<br />
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They value their fellow beings, so they linkage with others through the people network connections and they are proactive and interactive in exercising integration with integrity.<br />
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To them total happiness is not contagious. If there is an instance it produces such an effect, then it is not permanent, because it is from outside and not inside the totally happy individuals.<br />
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So, when in a group they do not prefer to be involved in vain talk, rather their conversation focusing on goodness. The contents of their talks are vital and valuable information, that are worth more than any of the cherished gems.<br />
Their presence are being felt by those in a room, before they even step at the front door, and they exchange special delights with those in the room, and when they go out, they leave a lasting remembrance.<br />
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Totally happy individuals acknowledge total happiness as their birth right. They already experience total happiness since birth. They prefer to continue experiencing it before their inevitable moment of death. Thus totally happy individuals treasure and cherish the feeling of total happiness so dearly while being alive.<br />
So as owners of total happiness, totally happy individuals are able to attain, or obtain, contain, retain, remain, gain, maintain, and sustain total happiness. This ability is being in total happiness at will. They just are willing to being totally happy. That is it. They know that the fact remains; there is no other way to total happiness, total happiness is the only way.<br />
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Interestingly, as totally happy individuals they are dreamers. When awake, they daydream of a peaceful world to live in by contributing one or more goodness for their benefits and others too. When asleep, they dream into various multiple dimensions to experience the joy of healing the internal and external physical body, while recuperating from the challenges of life.<br />
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Totally happy individuals are those who directly contribute to the global total happiness by them being in total happiness themselves. Their presence always signifies the worthiness of living as lively as liveliness can be.<br />
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Zubli Zainordin is presently authoring a book - Your Wisdom of Total Happiness - for the English speaking world-wide market. At his blog your may find vital and valuable information entirely on total happiness. He is an established author in Malaysia, who has published 4 books in his native language. Zubli Zainordin is a Platinum Expert Ezinearticles Author. He is recognized as a pioneer, the Arts and Science of Total Success. Also a professional public communicator, and consultant for AZ Smart Integrated Partnership Sdn Bhd. Zubli Zainordin earned a M. Sc. in Communication - Radio/Television/Film from Indiana State University (Terre Haute, Indiana, USA), Diploma in Mass Communication from University Technology MARA, and Diploma in Translation - Technical and Science, from the National Translation Institute. As a thinker, Zubli Zainordin shares a unique view so that you may prefer to review your inner and outer self, then shall you preview your entire life with a total view. You shall want to benefit from his special approach to subjects pertaining to total life and total success.<br />
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Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Zubli_ZainordinUnknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5635009612561971662.post-63382302382667802432010-01-24T21:19:00.000-08:002010-01-24T21:19:22.165-08:00Tips And Tricks To Being Happy<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.behappy.co.uk/images/dont_worry_be_happy.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="228" src="http://www.behappy.co.uk/images/dont_worry_be_happy.gif" width="320" /></a><br />
</div>Gratitude: <br />
This is my number one happiness tip. Give thanks. Give thanks for anything and everything you can think of to be thankful for; and do as often and regularly as you can remember. Do it silently to yourself, but be sure to express it out loud as well.<br />
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Stop Seeking and Start Finding: Some people are so identified with being a seeker that they are stuck in that mode of being. It almost becomes their identity - seeking enlightenment, seeking truth, seeking money, seeking the next high, seeking the answers, seeking happiness, seeking whatever. If you are being a seeker in any part of your life, just stop, and become a "finder" instead. Start recognizing and acknowledging all the good stuff you're finding every day.<br />
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Exercise: Our bodies were made for exercise. They evolved that way over millions of years. If you're not exercising you're disrespecting the laws of nature and the miracle of your body. On the other hand, exercise is one of the best cures for depression, with all its numerous benefits such as increased circulation, positive hormone generation, stress release, etc. Find some ways to exercise that you enjoy and you'll get even more happiness out of it.<br />
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Laughter: Hang out with funny people. Watch funny movies. Make yourself and others laugh. Need I say more?<br />
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It Is What It Is: Most people live their lives in some level of argument with reality. They think things should be different than they are. Favorite things that should be different: others, themselves, circumstances, life itself, our political leaders, the weather, their mood that day, their parents, their children, the way someone is behaving, you name it. This is the cause of suffering. If you want to learn to be at peace with what is, read the book, "Loving What Is" by Bryon Katie.<br />
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Learn To Recognize Enough: Scarcity is a perspective that many people have permanently adopted. It's like they're wearing scarcity sunglasses and therefore they never see enough, no matter how much there is. Not enough time, not enough love, not enough energy, not enough fun, not enough sex, not enough money, you name it - not enough. Recognizing "enough" is a choice, a skill, a habit, and a new way of seeing things. Start looking for enough and you'll find it; and it sure does feel good!<br />
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Revel In Satisfaction: Learn to slow down and savor the moment. I've noticed that many people have an unconscious limit to how much pleasure they will allow themselves to experience. They hit their limit and quickly move onto the next experience. If you're enjoying something, slow down, sink into it, let yourself enjoy it even more. You can keep expanding your capacity to feel happiness, joy, pleasure, love, ecstasy, gratitude, contentment, and peace. Make it your practice.<br />
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Learn To Recognize Happiness: Happiness is basically feeling good. There are infinite variations on feeling good. Here are just a few: laughter, gratitude, peace, satisfaction, warmth, love, generosity, passion, purpose, surrender, creativity, release, aliveness, joy, playfulness, contentment, centered, complete, giddy, triumphant. Your body is a finely tuned instrument capable of experiencing the great symphony of life's subtle emotions.<br />
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Happy Moments: Even the happiest people in the world are only happy sometimes. Happiness occurs in happy moments. The trick is to notice when you're having a happy moment. Noticing it can help you appreciate it more and even expand upon it. Drop the over ambitious goal of being happy all the time and simply work on having more happy moments. If you're depressed and you have only one happy moment all day, celebrate it! Then begin creating the next one. Become a happy person, one happy moment at a time.<br />
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</div>01. Call an old friend, just to say hi.<br />
02. Hold a door open for a stranger.<br />
03. Invite someone to lunch.<br />
04. Compliment someone on his or her appearance.<br />
05. Ask a coworker for their opinion on a project.<br />
06. Bring cookies to work.<br />
07. Let someone cut in during rush hour traffic.<br />
08. Leave a waitress or waiter a big tip.<br />
09. Tell a cashier to have a nice day.<br />
10. Call your parents.<br />
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11. Let someone know you miss them.<br />
12. Treat someone to a movie.<br />
13. Let a person know you really appreciate them.<br />
14. Visit a retirement center.<br />
15. Take a child to the zoo.<br />
16. Fill up your spouse's car with gas.<br />
17. Surprise someone with a small gift.<br />
18. Leave a thank-you note for the cleaning staff at work.<br />
19. Write a letter to a distant relative.<br />
20. Tell someone you thought about them the other day.<br />
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21. Put a dime in a stranger's parking meter before the time expires.<br />
22. Bake a cake for a neighbor.<br />
23. Send someone flowers to where they work.<br />
24. Invite a friend to tea.<br />
25. Recommend a good book to someone.<br />
26. Donate clothing to a charity.<br />
27. Offer an elderly person a ride to where they need to go.<br />
28. Bag your own groceries at the checkout counter.<br />
29. Give blood.<br />
30. Offer free baby-sitting to a friend who's really busy or just needs a break.<br />
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31. Help your neighbor rake leaves or shovel snow.<br />
32. Offer your seat to someone when there aren't any left.<br />
33. Help someone with a heavy load.<br />
34. Ask to see a store's manager and comment on the great service.<br />
35. Give your place in line at the grocery store to someone who has only a few items.<br />
36. Hug someone in your family for no reason.<br />
37. Wave to a child in the car next to you.<br />
38. Send a thank-you note to your doctor.<br />
39. Repeat something nice you heard about someone else.<br />
40. Leave a joke on someone's answering machine.<br />
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41. Be a mentor or coach to someone.<br />
42. Forgive a loan.<br />
43. Fill up the copier machine with paper after you're done using it.<br />
44. Tell someone you believe in them.<br />
45. Share your umbrella on a rainy day.<br />
46. Welcome new neighbors with flowers or a plant.<br />
47. Offer to watch a friend's home while they're away.<br />
48. Ask someone if they need you to pick up anything while you're out shopping.<br />
49. Ask a child to play a board game, and let them win.<br />
50. Ask an elderly person to tell you about the good old days.<br />
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51. During bad weather, plan an indoor picnic with the family.<br />
52. Buy someone a goldfish and bowl.<br />
53. Compliment someone on their cooking and politely ask for a second helping.<br />
54. Dance with someone who hasn't been asked.<br />
55. Tell someone you mentioned them in your prayers.<br />
56. Give children's clothes to another family when your kids outgrow them.<br />
57. Deliver extra vegetables from your garden to the whole neighborhood.<br />
58. Call your spouse just to say, I love you.<br />
59. Call someone's attention to a rainbow or beautiful sunset.<br />
60. Invite someone to go bowling.<br />
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61. Figure out someone's half-birthday by adding 182 days, and surprise them with a cake.<br />
62. Ask someone about their children.<br />
63. Tell someone which quality you like most about them.<br />
64. Brush the snow off of the car next to yours.<br />
65. Return your shopping cart to the front of the store.<br />
66. Encourage someone's dream, no matter how big or small it is.<br />
67. Pay for a stranger's cup of coffee without them knowing it.<br />
68. Leave a love letter where your partner will find it.<br />
69. Ask an older person for their advice.<br />
70. Offer to take care of someone's pet while they're away.<br />
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71. Tell a child you're proud of them.<br />
72. Visit a sick person, or send them a care package.<br />
73. Join a Big Brother or Sister program.<br />
74. Leave a piece of candy on a coworker's desk.<br />
75. Bring your child to work with you for the afternoon.<br />
76. Give someone a recording of their favorite music.<br />
77. Email a friend some information about a topic they are especially interested in.<br />
78. Give someone a homemade gift.<br />
79. Write a poem for someone.<br />
80. Bake some cookies for your local fire or police department.<br />
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81. Organize a neighborhood cleanup and have a barbecue afterwards.<br />
82. Help a child build a birdhouse or similar project.<br />
83. Check in on an old person, just to see if they're okay.<br />
84. Ask for the recipe after you eat over at someone's house.<br />
85. Personally welcome a new employee at work and offer to take them out for lunch.<br />
86. While in a car, ask everyone to buckle up because they are important to you.<br />
87. Let someone else eat the last slice of cake or pizza.<br />
88. Stop and buy a drink from a kid's lemonade stand.<br />
89. Forgive someone when they apologize.<br />
90. Wave to someone looking for a parking space when you're about to leave a shopping center.<br />
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91. Send a copy of an old photograph to a childhood friend.<br />
92. Leave a pint of your spouse's favorite flavor of ice cream in the freezer with a bow on it.<br />
93. Do a household chore that is usually done by someone else in the family.<br />
94. Be especially happy for someone when they tell you their good news.<br />
95. Compliment a coworker on their role in a successful project.<br />
96. Give your spouse a spontaneous back rub at the end of the day.<br />
97. Serve someone in your family breakfast in bed.<br />
98. Ask someone if they've lost weight.<br />
99. Make a donation to a charity in someone's honor.<br />
100. Take a child to a ballgame.<br />
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101. Ask 10 of your favorite people to read this!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5635009612561971662.post-50138437727430188472009-11-28T02:04:00.000-08:002009-11-28T02:04:44.139-08:00How to be happy?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg633ideq1pxlq73UNAPaMAGeRImJjwr_21DW4bQSVp6_en7cfTwr8OzqwEisxjMXQCb-86WsAO_96ScDho7lIZzq7nkWFeejTuwmNxSZsEXgDL-qVF6_WDxd5txGznD2AT94pjugBKEGI/s1600/happy.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg633ideq1pxlq73UNAPaMAGeRImJjwr_21DW4bQSVp6_en7cfTwr8OzqwEisxjMXQCb-86WsAO_96ScDho7lIZzq7nkWFeejTuwmNxSZsEXgDL-qVF6_WDxd5txGznD2AT94pjugBKEGI/s320/happy.png" width="320" /></a><br />
</div>Make up your mind to be happy.<br />
Learn to find pleasure in simple things.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5635009612561971662.post-89361691074020866352009-10-27T05:27:00.000-07:002009-10-27T05:27:26.185-07:00How to Stop Biting Your Fingernails<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwA_I7zjOO46mYkI9e1dIYLCPEm3sPZxC40ude7PlHiekazI2ufLcL0dt9PbplNCt-PAVGuwCJnb-08kaGDkJi6AiCslhO-PjpobvofhIV4d4sHABBmZxRNoBDugmE38xEPppP0mAg30A/s1600-h/Stop+Biting+Your+Fingernails.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwA_I7zjOO46mYkI9e1dIYLCPEm3sPZxC40ude7PlHiekazI2ufLcL0dt9PbplNCt-PAVGuwCJnb-08kaGDkJi6AiCslhO-PjpobvofhIV4d4sHABBmZxRNoBDugmE38xEPppP0mAg30A/s320/Stop+Biting+Your+Fingernails.png" /></a><br />
</div>Here are 3 ways that you can choose to stop your habit of biting fingernails.<br />
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1. Using an ill tasting polish: <br />
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The best way to actually break the habit of biting your nails is by applying a clear polish like Malava Nail Biting Polish. This has a really nasty taste that every time you want to bite your nails you will realize the taste and will eventually give up. Even subconsciously you would not want to bite your nails after using this ointment. Unfortunately this at times back fires and can be just a temporary way of how to stop biting your fingernails. Once you stop using the polish and even if once you bite your nails you will be back on the habit again.<br />
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2. Hypnosis: <br />
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This recently has become a new trend. You can buy a number of Hypnotic Mp3s and put them on your Mp3 player or Ipod and listen to it once at night before going to bed and once in the morning. The problem with this method is that it works on some people and on others it doesn't. In the end how will this help you find a way on how to stop biting your fingernails?<br />
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3. Books:<br />
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I don't think I need to go far with this one. I mean how to stop biting your fingernails with this advice? All you will do is getting some tips in a book saying do this and that but does it work? Well it all depends - some books actually have some tips that use psychological concepts.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5635009612561971662.post-51016211626989496482009-10-05T01:19:00.001-07:002009-10-05T01:19:57.676-07:00How to Generate Massive Agreement within Minutes of Meeting Anybody<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGC-D3GeAoXOpJ6MFh5nrgwj5sG5NyvFt9Io6Dk1vv2mAU87Vy5z5KOnIfoSh2HQLwDuhsbDlAFAoWFf06hyphenhyphen7Vfmp1uVWBtupfR71Xtil9X6-oX0OLVIy2t90nLtu2tXLxG1einPSc31Q/s1600-h/How+to+Generate+Massive+Agreement+within+Minutes+of+Meeting+Anybody.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img $r="true" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGC-D3GeAoXOpJ6MFh5nrgwj5sG5NyvFt9Io6Dk1vv2mAU87Vy5z5KOnIfoSh2HQLwDuhsbDlAFAoWFf06hyphenhyphen7Vfmp1uVWBtupfR71Xtil9X6-oX0OLVIy2t90nLtu2tXLxG1einPSc31Q/s320/How+to+Generate+Massive+Agreement+within+Minutes+of+Meeting+Anybody.png" /></a><br />
</div>You can influence other person many different ways. Some ways are simple, some ways are tough. You can bribe people, you can threaten people. You can appeal to their ego or their wallets. You can even make them feel good for being persuaded, or you can make an instant and everlasting enemy.<br />
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Because you are reading this helpful article, you are concerning to learn a simple way to influence someone to do almost anything you wish for. They'll not only be pleased you did it, but they'll want you to do it to their friends too. Behold your new powers of persuasion, for they are fantastic.<br />
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The first thing you have to do is to establish rapport. Rapport is a very powerful circumstance to be in. It is also one that few people understand. Basically, the state of rapport means that you feel an incredible connection to somebody. Somebody that you just met or somebody you've known a long time. Powerful persuaders can produce a feeling of rapport in matter of minutes.<br />
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The best and quickest way to build rapport is to match them in as many ways as you can. Follow the way they talk, the way they move, the words that they use and even the tonality of their voice. When they scratch their nose, you scratch your cheek. When they scratch their ear, you scratch your nose. If you are afraid of getting caught, don't worry. Most people never focus on to another person's body language.<br />
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Okay, so you are in deep rapport, what do you do next? <br />
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It is time to start leading them a bit. Lean back if you are sitting, and see if they do the same thing. Scratch your ear, and see what happens. Once you've got them following you, you are prepared for the Jedi mind tricks.<br />
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Get them talking about something. And once they are talking about anything that is important to them, elicit their criteria. If they say they enjoy swimming, ask them what they like about it so much. Agree that whatever reason they come up with is valuable and important. This is their criteria. And once you have this, it's like taking candy from a baby.<br />
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Now that you have their criteria, you can begin to control it. Once they give you a few deeper reasons for some of the things they like, remember them. Then later in the conversation, when you start to bit by bit steer it towards what you want them to do, casually clarify that many others have done what you want them to do, and they have experienced anything it was they gave for one of their criterion. <br />
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Keep in two things. One is that when you first begin to try this, it will seem clumsy at first. That's okay. Keep at it. The second thing is that you'll notice that when you get done with this, it is a very powerful and persuasive technique to almost bend people to your will. Be careful.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5635009612561971662.post-85845166462859800792009-10-01T02:21:00.000-07:002009-10-01T02:21:18.705-07:00How to Tell If Someone is Lying to You<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixQ033ruJ-g0LIrZdQvU-eDRc_0hR_UmMwfqMEhU89MZX9ouuV7jZ64czSo_IWUbH4Jjyjg4BBe7ko2Rk2aEaaSSypUP0KDwFz99ZuQejW818PTho1goh0CfIFHqk9zQemfnNELwJFpKs/s1600-h/How+to+Tell+If+Someone+is+Lying+to+You.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixQ033ruJ-g0LIrZdQvU-eDRc_0hR_UmMwfqMEhU89MZX9ouuV7jZ64czSo_IWUbH4Jjyjg4BBe7ko2Rk2aEaaSSypUP0KDwFz99ZuQejW818PTho1goh0CfIFHqk9zQemfnNELwJFpKs/s320/How+to+Tell+If+Someone+is+Lying+to+You.png" /></a><br />
</div>We have all said a lie at least one time during our life. It's likewise safe to say that somebody has told you a lie too. When we figure it out, the result is that we feel the pain of betrayal. Interestingly, there are ways to detect lies.<br />
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Here are several things to watch out for:<br />
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1. Observe body language. Hints that a person could be lying are fidgeting, playing with the hair, or wringing the hands. This is not a foolproof way though since it could just be that the individual is shy or uneasy.<br />
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2. A good indication is when a person crosses the arms across the body or places a barrier in between. Examples of these barriers are bags, cups, or books.<br />
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3. A person who lies generally avoids engaging in prolonged eye contact. When you try to look him or her in the eye, they will fidget and will instead stare at unimportant things such as the walls or the ceiling.<br />
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4. One of the most obvious giveaways is inconsistency in their stories. A liar can’t possibly keep up with all the lies being told. He or she will mess up the details in some way.<br />
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5. Look for the tiny details. If they only speak in general terms and avoid providing specific names or places, it’s a good bet that they’re lying.<br />
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6. Are they speaking in a higher pitch or lower pitch than usual? <br />
When people lie, the tone of voice changes.<br />
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7. Look for actions that could be construed as hesitating. If they clear their voice, breathe deeply, or take a pregnant pause before speaking, chances are the next sentence that comes out is a lie.<br />
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8. Observe their eye movement. While the person is conversing, watch where they eyes are looking at. If it’s towards the right, they are searching through their memory for their response. If they look towards the left, it could be that they're by now fabricating lies.<br />
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9. A common sign that a person is lying is when he or she changes the topic. When an individual unexpectedly switches to a different topic that is so out of line with what you were talking about, it is indeed suspicious.<br />
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10. Another type of behavior that’s doubtful is when the person avoids the use of pronouns like “we” or “I.” Liars frequently use sarcasm or humor in order to veer away from a subject.<br />
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11. Some liars do feel guilt and when their back is up on the wall, they will express anger and may even storm off.<br />
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12. Someone who touches his or her nose frequently could be lying. So does a person who’s sweating terribly, breathing heavily, or someone whose jaw is tight all of a sudden.<br />
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13. If you cross-examine these liars, they will not remember the details of their lie. They will also do anything to avert detection. Most of them show a burst of anger or they leave the scene.<br />
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14. A person who's getting uncomfortable due to the lie he or she is presently saying commonly touches the face frequently. The higher the part of the face is that the person is touching, the more extensive the lie is.<br />
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15. When you’re confident of what you’re saying, you would be sitting up straight. A person who’s hooked over especially with the hands inside the pockets are showing their insecurity. There are studies to support that this type of posture is suggestive of an individual who has a disposition to lie.<br />
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If you have a child and you find out that he or she has picked up the habit of deceptive lying, do whatever you can to put a stop to it. Study shows that the habit could start at around five years old. With these tips, you can quickly detect a liar and never have to fall for their tricks.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5635009612561971662.post-5911065419926842952009-09-28T09:59:00.000-07:002009-09-28T09:59:48.075-07:00Are You Waiting For Permission?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgv5ZTdwX7WRadB_DKSGCPsqucu_qNuypGSH4nP60d1AGPy7PyUq7sVzkIbSTRuipeHJRKR1DONSO5JzrA93LJIa70VxFmvS7un6xZPxhS56-jTjB8eIsXb7BF_p1ZrRLJUWkGvsvnG8Ys/s1600-h/Turn+on.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgv5ZTdwX7WRadB_DKSGCPsqucu_qNuypGSH4nP60d1AGPy7PyUq7sVzkIbSTRuipeHJRKR1DONSO5JzrA93LJIa70VxFmvS7un6xZPxhS56-jTjB8eIsXb7BF_p1ZrRLJUWkGvsvnG8Ys/s320/Turn+on.png" /></a><br />
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Are you waiting for someone else to come by and give you permission to do what you really want to do? Does just taking action make you feel guilty or worry "what will others think"?<br />
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Well, I'm here to tell you that there's no fairy godmother, and there is no mythical authority on high that is going to drop by and bestow this permission on you. Give yourself permission, you need to.<br />
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Give yourself permission to do what you want to do and most need. This is not narcissistic or selfish. It is totally not. We are all related and it always matters to act in a way that serves your highest good and the highest good of all. On the other hand, if you leave yourself dying on the vine, how does that serve you? How does that serve others? When you play victim and martyr to the cause you sell yourself short and ultimately rob others of what you most want to give them.<br />
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For a simple example, there is the excuse Mom's always use as to why they can't take any time for themselves-"The kids need me!" Yes they do Moms, but if there is no YOU left to give, they are getting ripped off because they are only getting a burned out, exhausted, and perhaps even resentful YOU.<br />
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Or, another example, this time from the workplace. Taking a break for lunch would allow you to work at your best. You never take the time because "there's too much to do!", "other people don't", or "my employer frowns upon us taking breaks". Well, is it more important to lean to your health and well-being knowing that you will be far more effective to serve the business if you take a break or is it better to wander around, whine about it, and essentially serve the lowest good for both yourself and the business? You get to choose.<br />
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One of the favorite rules I was learnt by a successful woman who knew how to get things done AND build good relationships was "I'd rather ask for forgiveness… not permission." Now I'm not talking about going off the deep end here or doing something wildly out of integrity, unethical, illegal, immoral, etc. I'm talking about doing what you CAN do. <br />
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Move those dreams forward. Meet your needs in a healthy and energizing way. No one is coming to give you permission to live your life.<br />
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What is one thing you've most wanted to do that you keep hemming and hawing about because you don't feel you "should" or you're waiting for permission? It might look like quiet time every morning. Date nights with your lover. Perhaps you want to tell your mind on an important issue at work or start a project that others keep dragging their feet on. You might even be just eager to withdraw some obligations on your calendar.<br />
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Whatever it is - allow yourself does it. I guarantee you'll feel glad you did. Keep in mind that regrets are more about what we don't do than what we do. So give yourself permission to take back the times of your own choices.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5635009612561971662.post-89680606395474968652009-06-16T05:51:00.000-07:002009-06-16T05:52:05.963-07:00Self Esteem and Your DietDo you have self-esteem?<br /><br />If you don't love yourself and the body you have right now you are dooming your diet to failure.<br /><br />Why do I say this? Because coming to love your current body, will lead to inner-peace. Inner-peace Will help you get past those bumps in the diet road.<br /><br />Yes there will be bumps no matter how much you love your diet. You will still hear hurtful comments. When you hear that hated "she has such a pretty face, if only" smile and say to yourself "Yes I do and the rest of me is pretty terrific and getting better by the minute."<br /><br />How Do You Come To Love Your Body?<br />Get to know it.<br /><br />Get a full length mirror and look at it. Study your good points and your bad. Watch the bad change over the weeks.<br /><br />Pamper yourself, you deserve it.<br /><br />Give yourself 30 minutes every day just for you. Soak in a tub, meditate, this is a good time for yoga for relaxation, take a walk or just sit back in your favorite chair and dream.<br /><br />The trick here is to forget all of your daily woes. Forget about your job, your husband, your kids and pets. This is your time.<br /><br />Exercise.<br /><br />Yes I know that word sends shivers up your spine, but you need to do it. Start slow, walk, join an aerobics class for beginners or just pop in a DVD and exercise with Ann Jillian or Richard Simmons. Make sure you stretch those arms and legs before doing anything else. Even walking around the block can lead to pain if you don't warm up first. When you are done with your selected work out, be sure to stretch some more. Gently stretch to cool down. When doing even to simplest type of exercise you need to warm up, then cool down.<br /><br />Exercise can lead to self-esteem. Just watch as the weight comes off and you body firms up.<br /><br /><br />Yes you will have rough spots ahead but if you love yourself you will get past them. It is a lot easier to forgive yourself having an extra piece of pie if you love yourself.<br /><br />Never call yourself a loser. Always call yourself a winner. Remember a winner loves their body no matter what its shape. Hey it is your body, it is the only one you've got so love it and live with it. Practice self-esteem and you will come to love your diet.<br /><br />Debra McGauley owner of Love My Diet.wordpress.com<br /><br />Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Debra_McGauleyUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5635009612561971662.post-73096505057116999862009-06-09T17:50:00.000-07:002009-06-09T17:56:20.853-07:00Each moment in a day...<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQfXKVTHpW9jRBw4qnRTDlogfFH_bjud-FW5ud7E-zwambI-8FGKTCVA0wRVLKmE77f_ziMDj-OhtYqo5jolxaDrfdLmqEIuv-J1y-_tOSetnU5j1GjB5GdH6BAkcJLDkv1VbgvgJ0Pj8/s1600-h/flying+birds.png"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 178px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQfXKVTHpW9jRBw4qnRTDlogfFH_bjud-FW5ud7E-zwambI-8FGKTCVA0wRVLKmE77f_ziMDj-OhtYqo5jolxaDrfdLmqEIuv-J1y-_tOSetnU5j1GjB5GdH6BAkcJLDkv1VbgvgJ0Pj8/s200/flying+birds.png" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5345496417904337922" /></a><br /><br />Each moment in a day has its own value<br />Morning brings Hope...<br />Afternoon brings Faith...<br />Evening brings Love....<br />And<br />Night brings Rest...<br />Wish you find them all today.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5635009612561971662.post-25112895878585016632009-06-09T17:43:00.000-07:002009-06-09T17:47:16.563-07:00Smile ... and happy!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0AnJjh3Fl4PARlVSmoRRWhnWN40wQZvDHN3f01T0ZNhu-D4vPdNmsNISTPlXTXyyJDcH95DCIRX2uWq6kl96EnNT1nF6VnIF4FmXagVVXxXy8wUYSXT-1AZCGhrJYZU6SAnwUQOZcta8/s1600-h/sweet.png"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0AnJjh3Fl4PARlVSmoRRWhnWN40wQZvDHN3f01T0ZNhu-D4vPdNmsNISTPlXTXyyJDcH95DCIRX2uWq6kl96EnNT1nF6VnIF4FmXagVVXxXy8wUYSXT-1AZCGhrJYZU6SAnwUQOZcta8/s200/sweet.png" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5345493870498520066" /></a><br />No one is born happy.....<br />But all of us are born with the ability to create happiness...<br /> <br />So today, make others happy...<br />Flash your sweetest smile...<br /> <br />Have A Day Full Of Smiles.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5635009612561971662.post-36684941457002821702008-07-29T05:36:00.000-07:002008-07-29T05:43:43.817-07:00Prevent Panic AttacksBy now you're no stranger to Panic Attacks. You know their symptoms. You know they can't kill you despite the fear you have during the attack.<br /><br />And...<br /><br />You know the techniques that calm you down when they strike.<br /><br />That's all well and good. Don't get me wrong. But it's just not enough.<br /><br />See, I don't want you to spend the rest of your life as some kind of Panic Attack "Kung Fu Master", fighting off the attacks with every bout, waiting patiently for the next one to come around the corner.<br /><br />I don't care how prepared someone is for a Panic Attack. I guarantee they would rather avoid them altogether than go through a lot of self meditation to slow their heart palpitations.<br /><br />Knowing the Panic Attack self-defense that I've taught you from my articles is important. But it's not my goal for you to be the most well adjusted Panic Attack sufferer. My goal for you, is to end the Panic Attacks altogether. I never want you to have another Panic Attack again in your life. That's it. Sure it will take some baby steps to get there, but know that ultimately, I'm looking to completely rid you of your Panic Attacks for life. This site has done it for hundreds of other people and you're no exception. Follow my lead and you'll be cured of Panic Attacks just like they are now.<br /><br />Controlling Your Thoughts <br />Thoughts are things. You'll hear me say that over and over again. What I mean by that is...<br /><br />When you have negative thoughts, negative things will come into your life. Conversely when you have positive thoughts, positive things will come into your life. That's because thoughts steer the direction of your life.<br /><br />Everything in your life up to this point is a result of the thoughts in your head. This includes the shirt on your back, the car that your drive, the food in your fridge, the house that you live in, the dog you now own...<br /><br />...Everything.<br /><br />Whatever it is, you thought your way into having that thing.<br /><br />Now, this theory is an introduction to the fundamental thinking behind "The Law of Attraction". You may have heard of the book "The Secret". That too is based on the Law of Attraction.<br /><br />Today's lesson on preventing Panic Attacks relates to this law. Allow me to explain...<br /><br />A Panic Attack in itself (aside from the physical symptoms) is a negative thought loop that spirals downward out of control.<br /><br />Panic Attack circumstances can be different for everyone. Speaking personally, mine would often happen when I was at work on a stressful phone call.<br /><br />I would think...<br /><br />"I hate being on the phone like this. This is so stressful. Ughhhh, when is this ever going to end?" <br /><br />As my negative thoughts escalated, so did my heart rate and breathing. Shortly after, the Panic Attack would then ensue.<br /><br />Your thoughts are just as responsible for your own attacks. Put quite simply, your mind is just not in a happy place when your anxiety spirals into the attack. So to prevent the Panic Attack, you're going to learn to control your thinking and in turn prevent falling down that negative thought spiral.<br /><br />Consecutive Thought Direction <br />There is no task in the world more exhausting than controlling the course of consecutive thought. Our brainwaves travel at 120 meters per second, creating continuous and instant impulses of thought.<br /><br />Have you ever tried to clear your mind? Not so easy, huh?<br /><br />Even if you tried to clear your mind and think of nothing, you're still going to literally be thinking something.<br /><br />Everyone has this continuous voice of thought in their head. Those who control its direction are masters of their own destiny.<br /><br />So where do we begin?<br /><br />Simply monitor your thoughts and determine their direction. I made a couple of brief lists below for your reference.<br /><br />Positive Thoughts <br />Love<br />Happiness<br />Prosperity<br />Peace<br />Generosity<br />Modesty<br />Faith<br />Negative Thoughts <br />Hate<br />Depression<br />Failure<br />Envy<br />Greed<br />Pride<br />Doubt<br /><br /><br />As you monitor your thoughts, start to determine which side of the table they are coming from. When you do have a negative thought, immediately couterbalance this thought with a positive one.<br /><br />An easy way to do this is by making a list of all the things you are grateful for in life -- all the little things that give you pleasure. Essentially, you make a list of positive things.<br /><br />As negative thoughts flow into your head, immediately replace them with one of these positive things and meditate for a second on it.<br /><br />Why go through all this?<br /><br />This exhausting exercise (and it will be exhausting at first) is going to train your brain to change its thought patterns. Once you get into the habit of tossing out negative thoughts like it's a sin, you will slowly begin to think more positively in general.<br /><br />This TOTALLY works and has been proven over and over.<br /><br />Another important part of this is taking a moment everyday to reinforce your positive thoughts. I usually spend 5 minutes in the shower giving thanks for everything I am grateful for.<br /><br />It could be something as simple as being grateful for having friends who love me or a fond memory of a camping trip that I went on. It doesn't matter what it is, so long as it comes from the bottom list<br /><br />Whatever is positive in your life, take a few minutes everyday to reinforce that good and say thank you to the universe for bringing it to you.<br /><br />Don't be lazy about this. Monitoring every consecutive thought in your head will be hard. You're not going to catch everything, but stay on it. The more corrections you make to your thinking, the easier it becomes. It gets easier over time because you'll start to have less negative thoughts in your head.<br /><br />That makes a HUGE difference when it comes to your anxiety and Panic Attacks. Prevent your Panic Attacks with this exercise and start living your life to the fullest ever day.<br /><br />For more exercises on how to end your anxiety and Panic Attacks permanently, visit: http://www.Stop-Anxiety-Panic-Attack.com<br /><br />The resources on that site have ended anxiety for hundreds of individuals just like yourself. Check it out today by CLICKING HERE.<br /><br />Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Charlie_FrankelUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5635009612561971662.post-9700696945651220162008-07-25T07:18:00.000-07:002008-07-25T07:19:21.068-07:00Express Your FeelingsDo you express what you feel? Or do you pretend to feel something different?<br /><br />I think we would be a very different society if as children we would express our emotions but in a functional manner. Channeling our emotions in the correct manner is essential for our wellbeing but it happens that at times de demonstrate something different from what we are feeling. Why do we do it? To defend ourselves? Not to appear vulnerable? To prevent being hurt? For example, in regards to anger, at times it is easier to say "I am angry" than saying "I am depressed." What about if we explore the cause of our depression and do something about it? We don't have to fear our emotions!<br /><br />Sometimes we wear masks that cover our real feelings but we are not actors and this is not a play. It is our life and it is beautiful. Let's express what we feel but never hurting other or ourselves. I invite you to take a piece of paper and a pencil and draw the face you show to the world. On another piece of paper draw the face you feel inside of you. Now compare both. Do they look the same? Do they look different? What do you feel inside you are not showing? This exercise will help you to communicate with your inner self and to deepen into what you are really feeling. Remember that the feelings we don't express may manifest themselves physically or emotionally. Go ahead....talk, write, share, but always with love, compassion and respect. You will feel better.<br /><br />Ligia M. Houben, MA,CT,CG-C is a Life Transitions Consultant and Certified Grief Counselor. She is a national and international speaker and her philosophy is to transform the lives of people as they face challenges and losses in life. For more information visit her website http://www.mymeaningfullife.com Tel 305-666-9942.<br /><br />Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Ligia_M._HoubenUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5635009612561971662.post-23206313807306407662008-07-18T18:19:00.000-07:002008-07-18T18:20:03.960-07:00If I Had a HammerPogo Cartoonist Walt Kelly coined the phrase: We have met the enemy and he is us. If we can accept that we are all our own worst enemy, the next step is to figure out how to become more of an ally? At the risk of really dating myself, I'm revisiting the 50s folk song written by Pete Seeger and popularized by Peter, Paul and Mary and Trini Lopez. Before I will hammer home some insight, let's revisit the first verse of If I Had A Hammer.<br /><br />If I had a hammer <br />I'd hammer in the morning <br />I'd hammer in the evening <br />All over this land <br />I'd hammer out danger <br />I'd hammer out a warning <br />I'd hammer out love between my brothers and my sisters <br />All over this land. 1<br /><br />Now that's a lot of inspired hammering!<br /><br />So Why Are We Talking About Hammers? <br />Let's take the phrase "If I Had A Hammer" and strip away the hypothetical "if" and consider that, figuratively speaking, you do have a hammer. Your hammer is your most highly developed skill or skills. It is the thing or things that you're the best at and enjoy doing the most. And because you are so good, using your hammer brings you the most enjoyment and fulfillment. It may also be hindering your effectiveness. The Trap We all have our hammers. They are what make us both unique and effective. The danger is in overusing your hammers. Because... <br />If the only tool you have is a hammer, you tend to see every problem as a nail. - Abraham Maslow<br /><br />While your hammer is not your only tool, by definition, it is your favorite. If you enjoy hammering so much, where might you be hammering when you should be chiseling or puttying? All of your problems are not like nails. By relying solely on your strengths, you can occasionally miss the nail and hammer your own thumb. Ouch! The Solution to Over-Hammering Our tendency to hammer inappropriately is not a conscious choice, but a subconscious one. So the solution requires enhancing your awareness of what your hammer really looks like. Ask yourself: What skills do I use most frequently and effectively? And then determine where you have been hammering when there are better tools for the job. Your heightened awareness can also help you to recognize when someone with different toolbox is more equipped to solve the problem. In our coaching and development engagements, we use assessment tools to discover which skills have become hammers. Its an opportunity to meet the enemy and become better acquainted. Once that occurs, you expand your opportunities for improved results. And, you can avoid hammering your thumb and missing the nail.<br /><br />Tom Lemanski is the President and founder of Vista Development, a boutique strategic development firm serving metro Chicago, IL Tom has served as business catalyst and executive coach in over thirty different product and service industries. Tom can be reached through any of the sites below or by phone: 847-726-7707<br /><br />http://www.vista-development.com<br />http://www.ChicagoExecutiveCoaching.com<br /><br />Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Tom_LemanskiUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5635009612561971662.post-46822328188004520842008-07-18T18:16:00.000-07:002008-07-18T18:18:07.402-07:00Overcoming Social Anxiety and Shyness - 6 Facts You Need to KnowOvercoming social anxiety and shyness is often made far easier when you learn as much as you can about the condition itself. To help get you started, here are 6 facts about social anxiety.<br /><br />1. Did you know that social anxiety is the most common of all the various forms of anxiety disorder? Social anxiety disorder affects more than 10 million Americans at any one time, putting it ahead of generalized anxiety disorder, which ranks second.<br /><br />2. It's now firmly accepted by most experts that social anxiety is hereditary, and runs in families. There are also other factors that can contribute to the developing of social anxiety (environmental factors, upbringing, life experiences), but heredity is by far the most common shared cause.<br /><br />3. Social anxiety disorder is sometimes referred to by its other name, social phobia. Social anxiety disorder and social phobia are characterized by intense fear of being in social situations, or even simply thinking about being in social situations. There is also almost always a fear of being scrutinized or of some form of negative evaluation.<br /><br />4. Specific situations that are likely to produce the fear reaction in people with social anxiety are: starting or maintaining conversations with strangers, speaking in public, taking part in meetings or group conversations, and dating.<br /><br />5. Most people with social anxiety disorder are diagnosed in their mid-teens. The condition, if not addressed early on, typically worsens with age, and in some cases becomes a lifelong condition.<br /><br />6. When someone with social anxiety disorder experiences fear because of their condition there are several common symptoms they'll often experience: sweating, nausea, blushing, palpitations, trembling. In some situations these symptoms may progress to a full-blown panic attack.<br /><br />One of the best things you can do for yourself if you suffer from social anxiety disorder is to learn all you can about it. Sometimes, this alone is enough to get you back on the path to recovery. In fact, educating yourself on your conditions is one of the most beneficial steps you can take to overcoming your social anxiety and shyness in the quickest time possible.<br /><br />Since overcoming a lifelong battle with anxiety and panic disorder in 2007, Alex Taylor now devotes his time to helping others recover. He achieves this via his highly-acclaimed online course, "Beat Panic Today." You can experience the same results that many others have experienced by accessing the course right now, free of charge, by going to Alex's website: http://www.PreventYourPanic.com<br /><br />Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Alex_TaylorUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5635009612561971662.post-84111650557181991892008-07-18T17:53:00.000-07:002008-07-18T17:54:09.229-07:00Online Counseling - Is it Right For You?In an age where we are doing almost everything online (buy clothes, watch movies, meet people) we are seeing an increase of Online Counseling options. There are many reasons to opt for Online Counseling. You may be too busy to set up and travel to see your Counselor. You may not have access to your Counselor due to transportation, or perhaps there are limited Counselors in your area. You may prefer asynchronous services where you are not communicating in real-time with your Counselor, but according to your schedule.<br /><br />Clearly there are plenty of good reasons to want to utilize Online Counseling. That being said, it is important to determine whether or not Online Counseling is appropriate to fit your needs. A general rule of thumb is that Online Counseling services are not appropriate if you are dealing with a serious, chronic mental illness, or if safety is an issue. Certainly, serious issues can be addressed quite well with the right Online Counselor but not at times when the face-to-face relationship is required to ensure your or others' safety or your ongoing health and well-being in light of serious illness.<br /><br />Perhaps you are looking for a place to vent about your kids, your job, or your partner. Perhaps you need to talk through your options regarding your career. Maybe you are looking for stress management strategies or ways to manage your anxiety and panic. Perhaps you are out of the country experiencing some difficulties and you would like to talk to someone who shares your cultural background. Maybe you have lost something or someone dear to you and you would like to work through your feelings and plan for your future. Those are all good examples of issues that might be well served with Online Counseling.<br /><br />The biggest key to successful Online Counseling is finding a Mental Health Professional who can first help determine if Online Counseling is appropriate for your needs. S/he can then work with your to develop a plan of action that will help you reach your goals for counseling. Make sure the online therapist you choose is a Licensed or Certified Mental Health Professional. Many of the Online Counseling sites out there are run by business people who are web-savvy and who would like to help. Unfortunately they are not trained to provide counseling services nor are they trained to make recommendations for you when you are in need of a different or higher level of care than they can provide.<br /><br />Once you have found the Professional with whom you would like to work, determine whether s/he offers the modality of treatment that works best for you. Email, instant messaging, web cam, and phone options are out there but not offered by everyone. Realize that security (confidentiality) is limited by the online environment. Even the best Counselor cannot guarantee security above and beyond the limitations inherent on the web.<br /><br />So... take the time to find the right Counselor and the right mode of service, then check out Online Counseling for yourself and enjoy the benefits of moving into the age of cyberspace for your mental health counseling needs.<br /><br />There are many reasons you may not be able to take advantage of face to face counseling sessions.<br /><br />Discover the alternative that can suit any of your counseling needs at: http://www.counselorscorner.net<br /><br />Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Deborah_LeggeUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5635009612561971662.post-27018874233025676352008-07-17T05:46:00.000-07:002008-07-17T05:48:01.591-07:00How to Manage Stress in Your Work LifeStress is a result of a series of complex reactions that occur in response to certain events and situations in your life. There are many ways of defining Stress. Some researchers categorize it either as Eustress or Distress depending on whether something changes for the better or worse respectively. It is also defined as being in a situation which is very difficult to cope with.<br /><br />If you are going through a lot of stress in your career which makes it tough going, you've come to the right page. This piece will help you cope with stress.<br /><br />Since there are multiple causes of stress, understandably, there are many ways to deal with it. Being aware of it isn't enough; you should also know how to manage stress. This requires a change in the way you react to it and so on. Let's see how to go about that.<br /><br />Beware of stressors: Determine the causes of stress and don't ignore them. Observe the events that bring stress to your work life. Try to figure out the meaning of such events. Also, analyze your reaction towards such circumstances; do you get panicky or physically upset?<br /><br />Take heed of your reactions: If you really want to know how to manage stress, you'll have to take cognizance of those reactions we talked about earlier. Stress is generated by your perception of danger, either physical or emotional. Take an objective look at the cause as well as your response to it. Recognizing the situation for what it's worth will reduce the intensity of your reactions.<br /><br />Be reasonable: <br />• Don't take a difficult situation and make a disaster out of it. <br />• Bear in mind that it's impossible to please everyone; hence don't make an effort to do so. <br />• Never exaggerate and view things as extremely critical. Remember, it is not necessary for you to succeed in every situation. <br />• Keep the analytical quotient high and the emotional quotient low at work. Keep sentiment at bay. <br />• Think of stress as something you can handle rather than something that overpowers you. <br />• Maintain a positive outlook and steer clear of "What Ifs".<br /><br />Maintain both reserves: We are talking about physical as well as emotional reserves. Intersperse some free time with your work. Don't make your work monotonous, and take reasonable breaks wherever possible. Learn to like your work, failing which, find work in a field that is to your liking. Also, developing a friendly attitude towards co-workers will generate a self of well-being.<br /><br />While undesirable stress has a weakening effect on your body and emotions, "good" stress can be harnessed to improve efficiency. Stress can influence you positively by inducing you to exploit your strengths and achieve goals. Stress can also exhort you to enhance your knowledge and perception at work. But as a negative influence, it will result in feelings of doubt, refusal, anger and depression. These will ultimately have an impact on you and your work.<br /><br />While you should know how to manage stress, remember, there is no way you can totally eliminate it. Too much of it will butcher you. At the same time, a complete absence of stress can be totally de-motivating. Hence, you need to find the optimal level of stress which can spur you on, not drag you down. Modules like "The Stress Management Masterclass" can teach you how to manage stress at work. You could also download the Stress Management Training program.<br /><br />Hi, I'm Akhil Shahani, a serial entrepreneur who wants to help you succeed. If you like to work smart, check out http://www.SmartEntrepreneur.net It's full of articles and resources to help you start and grow your business successfully. Please visit us & download our special "Freebie of The Month" at http://www.smartentrepreneur.net/freebie-of-the-month.html<br /><br />Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Akhil_ShahaniUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5635009612561971662.post-10939949009674007142008-07-17T00:27:00.000-07:002008-07-17T05:48:01.592-07:00Creative Thinking - Food For Thought!Most of us would brush aside creativity as a special talent, a gift possessed by a chosen few. Whether it's the field of advertising, art, music or any other, those who "have it" get paid handsomely by those who don't. But if you can't show 'em the money, what do you do? Simple, do it yourself! Sounds hard? We assure you it's far from that! We all think everyday; our minds are working every second; we just need to improve the technique. With a little help from us you could be churning out ideas in no time!<br /><br />The so called "inherent inability to be creative" is often nothing more than a mind block which can be overcome with a small twist in the way you think. Take a look at the following:<br /><br />Brainstorming: Pretty much everyone has heard of this creative thinking technique. Brainstorming works best with a fairly large group of people; larger the group, bigger the number of ideas thrown around. Be willing to entertain any idea, even the most absurd. Improvise on the seemingly impossible ideas to see if they can be turned into realistic solutions. Try and get everyone to think outside the box and you will be surprised at what comes out of it!<br /><br />Just do it (with apologies to Nike): Another tried and tested mechanism is to experiment with possibilities. If you have a new idea that seems impractical, don't stop there. Go on and try it out!! Failures are the stepping stones to success; who knows... your mistake might prove to be your best idea. Edison came up with the electric lamp only after making his own share of expensive mistakes!<br /><br />Digging into the past: Improvising on an existing setup could benefit from an analysis of the past. Get to the bottom of things to figure out what changes are required. For example, ask yourself what the original purpose was, how it came about, its current significance and reputation. Creative thinking becomes easier when you have a clear perspective on how things are and why they need to be amended.<br /><br />Playing detective: Asking questions like who, when, where, why, what and how can help you get a clear direction of what you need to do. Coming up with a new product or application could be simplified considerably if one follows this simple rule. Jot your response to each down, so you can draw inferences later. Following this pattern will help you narrow the focus of your creativity.<br /><br />Dealing with your demons: A mental block, preconceived notions, narrow mindedness; the list of threats to creative thinking is never ending. Solving them, however, requires no more than a willingness to adapt. Let go of inhibitions; don't let 'reality' tie you down. Think freely; work with even near to impossible ideas. Once in the right frame of mind, you will be able to channel your thoughts whichever way you desire. "Boost Your Creativity: Exercises and Advice for Great Creative Thinking", by Robert Allen, available at amazon.com suggests some interesting exercises to overcome your creative thinking challenges.<br /><br />"Thinkertoys: A Handbook of Creative Thinking Techniques" by Michael Michalko, also contains ideas on ways to boost your creative thinking abilities. You could also visit mindtools.com to learn more about creative thinking tools. Challenge conventions a lot more; if something bothers you, learn to question it rather than accept it as a norm. Isaac Newton questioned something insignificant to discover gravity. Try not to complicate things; the best ideas are often the simplest. So put your thinking caps on and get to work!<br /><br /><br /><br />Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Akhil_ShahaniUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5635009612561971662.post-10095454503967431422008-07-15T18:19:00.000-07:002008-07-17T05:48:01.593-07:00Motivate Yourself With One Great Word Or One Great SentenceWords have the power to motivate humans to take action. Sometimes just one word or one sentence can be enough to inspire massive action. Such words are worth thinking about every single day and can make a huge difference to our lives. This article takes a look at one such word.<br /><br />In the Australian soap opera, 'Neighbors', a young man in a wheelchair talks to a teenage girl who is unable to walk after being hit by a car. She is feeling very sorry for herself and is not even attempting to help herself recover. He tells her:<br /><br />"I know I will never get out of this wheel chair but you can get back to normal."<br /><br />"Maybe!"<br /><br />"'Maybe' should be enough!"<br /><br />'Maybe' is a magic word that is worth thinking about in connection with all our goals. 'Maybe' suggests the possibility of success. Just the possibility should be enough to motivate us to try with all our energy, enthusiasm and determination.<br /><br />Maybe we will be able to walk again if we do the exercises designed to help us to rebuild our walking muscles. Maybe we will lose weight if we eat less sugar. Maybe we will become stronger if we do ten or more push ups every day.<br /><br />Maybe we won't be able to walk; maybe we won't lose weight; maybe we will remain physically weak. However, if we really try hard there is a good chance that we will achieve our goals. The possibility of success should be enough.<br /><br />Even if we fail in everything we try, we will, at the very least, become mentally strong. By carrying out our plans we will already have achieved the most important kind of success whatever the results.<br /><br />The word 'maybe' can inspire us to think of all the great possibilities that face all humans while they are still alive. Maybe we could help those around us to live much happier lives if, like King Arthur's knights, we do at least one good deed a day.<br /><br />Maybe we could bring peace to the world by using persuasive words rather than violence. Einstein once said:<br /><br />"Nothing that I can do will change the structure of the universe. But maybe, by raising my voice, I can help the greatest of all causes - goodwill among men and peace on earth."<br /><br />Maybe we could make a million if we follow the advice of those who have already made a million. Many millionaires are simply ordinary people who believed that they might be able to reach a million. They followed their 'maybe' and achieved their goal.<br /><br />Milton Berle, the great American comedian, knew the value of the word 'maybe':<br /><br />"I'd rather be a could-be if I cannot be an are; because a could-be is a maybe who is reaching for a star. I'd rather be a has-been than a might-have-been, by far; for a might have-been has never been, but a has was once an are."<br /><br />We could all be 'maybes' reaching for a star. Maybe we will reach our goals and achieve our dreams and maybe we won't but the possibility of reaching our goals should be enough to make us try.<br /><br />In the words of the Australian man in 'Neighbors': "Maybe should be enough!"<br /><br />Motivation should not have to come from the certainty of success. The possibility of success should be enough. 'Maybe' should be enough!<br /><br />If you are not working at something because you think you will fail, give it a go anyway. Maybe you will succeed and 'maybe' should be enough. Maybe you will write a book that will entertain or educate many people. Maybe you will benefit greatly from attending that seminar or reading that book.<br /><br />'Maybe', then, can be a magic lamp that will bring us the results we long for. The sentence: "Maybe should be enough" can be the magic carpet that will fly us to the land of our dreams.<br /><br />The girl in the soap opera took the advice given her by the young man and gradually recovered the ability to walk.<br /><br />Today is the fifth day of the first cricket test match in 2008 between England and South Africa. England dominated the first three days but South Africa fought back magnificently on the fourth day. Maybe the South Africans will survive one day in the field and force a draw. Maybe England will get an early wicket and force a win. Ian Botham, the great England all rounder, used the 'maybe' word in describing the situation this morning.<br /><br />Maybe South Africa will perform a great escape and draw the match. Maybe England will win. However, you can be sure that the chance of a draw or a win will be enough to make both teams play their hearts out during the day. If interested, you will be able to read about the result on the net tonight. Just Google "England v South Africa Test Match."<br /><br />If you are not already the kind of successful person you want to be, decide today to be a 'maybe who is reaching for a star!' There is a good chance you will reach the star. Even if you don't, you may reach the moon on the way. You will certainly reach a higher level of self-esteem and competence.<br /><br />Maybe you will find that reading the '36 Laws' by John Watson will help you to achieve your dreams. The book is full of quotations, stories and acronyms that could inspire you to make the most of your own huge potential. Check it out at http://www.motivationtoday.com/36_laws.php<br /><br />Feel free to reprint this article in its entirety in your ezine or on your site but please include the resource box above.<br /><br />Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=John_WatsonUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5635009612561971662.post-4501347697442495042008-07-15T07:01:00.000-07:002008-07-15T07:02:22.083-07:00Are You Living Your Best Life?What makes successful people get up every day and go out in search of more success? If you were a billionaire would you even bother thinking about making more money? I hope you answered yes because if you did that means that you are amongst the small percentage of people with the correct attitude towards success. Successful people constantly push themselves to achieve greater success. Do you think this is out of greed? No it is not. (Well not all of the time)<br /><br />It is because successful people understand the importance of challenging themselves. They realise that it is extremely easy for inertia to set in. The problem is too many people allow themselves to get into a rut, it is really easy to say. I can not or its not possible or I could never or I am too old or too fat. Do you find yourself saying these kinds of things to yourself? If you do you are not going to be able to live your best life until you change your thinking, your words and your behavior.<br /><br />You may even ask yourself why should I bother to push myself? Well only you can answer that question really. But consider this. If you are perfectly happy with your life, if there is absolutely nothing to complain about, nothing that you would like to change, nothing you wished you could do, nothing you wished you had. Then hey, cool. There is no reason what so ever for you to challenge yourself.<br /><br />But if there is even the smallest amount of dissatisfaction in your life then you need to get up from in front of the couch and do something to improve your life. It does not matter what it is that you want to improve and it does not matter how long it takes you to improve it, what is important however is that fact that you have recognized that there is a need and you drag yourself up and set about finding a way to change your situation.<br /><br />The worst thing I see on a daily basis is wasted lives. I see so many people with great talents, inquiring minds and amazing skills who have fallen in to the mediocrity pit and have decided to take up residency there. Do not let that be you!<br /><br />Yes it may take some work on your part and yes, the journey that you embark upon may take you down many different paths and it may take quite some time before you come full circle but the fact is YOU did something, YOU decided enough was enough, YOU went out there and made your best life happen, and YOU are the one who is going to benefit from it. You are discovering your best life now, instead of sitting on the sidelines watching everyone else live a great life and get the things that they want.<br /><br />Never settle for mediocrity. In fact it really should be against the law. I want you to ban being ordinary in your home. Do not do it yourself and do not encourage your children to be average either. They are better than that, you are better than that and you deserve to be happily, joyously and gratefully basking in the warmth of Your Best Life.<br /><br />Carol King- is the creator of Inspired Journey a blog guide to personal growth, the law of attraction, personal empowerment, goal setting for success and positive thinking.<br /><br />Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Carol_KingUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5635009612561971662.post-83706338216479153072008-07-13T02:23:00.001-07:002008-07-13T02:23:42.709-07:00Have Some Laughs at These Hippest Comedy ClubsIt also hosts many major US trade shows and is often referred to as the business capital of the country. A large number of people visit the city every year for various purposes. However, they all love to spend an evening filled with fun and laughter after a tiring day working or sightseeing.<br /><br />New York is among the most spectacular cities in the world. Every year, it welcomes large number of tourists from all over the world. New York is the most important center of commerce and trade in the world. It has amazing restaurants, bars, lounges and clubs. There is something for every genre, be it the sports clubs, romantic restaurants, concert halls, theatres and comedy clubs. People visit New York for various purposes, but all like spending an evening filled with excitement, fun and laughter. Comedy is a discourse meant to amuse people especially in films, televisions and standup comedy. Comedy is a genre which is popular throughout the world. Many movies, television series and plays are being made which explores this genre.<br /><br />There are various comedy clubs throughout New York that have the status of excellence and provides the best of entertainment to its audiences. Some of the best comedians in the world perform at these comedy clubs. The comedy clubs in New York City is also the training ground for the budding comedians of the future. It is a great place to forget all your worries and spend the time filled with excitement and laughter. Just go there and enjoy.<br /><br />The comedy clubs in New York differ in sizes, from small to well illuminated and highly decorated big clubs. A comedy club is typically a venue where people can watch the performances of stand-up comedians, magicians, improvisational comedians, ventriloquists, impersonators and other comedy performances. The phrase comedy club refers to place which features standup comedy, in comparison to improv theatres which are places that host sketch comedy or improv and musical acts at the variety clubs.<br /><br />Some of most popular comedy clubs in New York include: Caroline's Comedy Club, Ha Comedy Club, Comedy Cellar, Comic Strip Inc, Comix, Laugh Lounge NYC, Broadway Comedy Club, New York Comedy Club and Laugh Factory @ Times Square.<br /><br />Caroline's Comedy Club: located in Times Square, New York City, Caroline is a site for stand up comedy. It is among the most established, well known, recognized and famous stand up comedy clubs in USA. Some of the best comedians in the United States like Gilbert Gottfried, Paul Reubens, Jerry Seinfeld, Andrew Dice Clay, Andy Borowitz, Jay Leno, Joy Behar and Michael Richards have performed at Caroline's Comedy Club.<br /><br />HA Comedy Club: HA was started in 2001 after Sweet Caroline's changed from nightclubs to the all comedy format. This one story space has 2 rooms, one with the seating capacity of 100 while at other it is 200. The setting is perfect for a comedy club with dark room, brick walls and small stages. The 2 item least lets the audiences choose from beer, soda, mixed drinks and martinis.<br /><br />Erica Maurer is a partner at EMRG Media New York's premiere event planning and marketing company. She has done a thorough research on restaurants, event spaces and clubs in New York City To know hot information's about clubbing, dining and other entertainment facilities, keep reading her articles.<br /><br />Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Erica_MaurerUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5635009612561971662.post-7854168316808434742008-07-08T05:27:00.002-07:002008-07-08T05:29:44.675-07:00Discover How to Live a Happy LifeLiving a happy life is not something that we just know how to do. As we go on in life it almost seems as if people teach us how to live miserable lives instead of happy ones. The truth is that you are supposed to live a happy life. Here are 3 keys to help illuminate the road to a happy life.<br /><br />1. Find out what makes you happy.<br /><br />Ask someone to write down 50 things that make them happy and you will find that most people start struggling to come up with things after the first 10 or 20. If you don’t know what makes you happy then you don’t know what to work for to make you happy. Stumbling across happiness is like stumbling across a winning lottery ticket, it rarely happens. So what makes you happy?<br /><br />2. Pursue what makes you happy.<br /><br />Now that you know what makes you happy it’s time to start implementing a plan that will help you reach happiness. It’s great that you now what makes you happy now but information without action is useless. What actions will it take for you to be happy? A hint to doing this is making the entire actions dependant on you. If your happiness is dependant upon someone else you are on the wrong track. Don’t rely on other people to make you happy.<br /><br />3. Learn not to stress.<br /><br />Notice here that I said ‘learn’ not to stress. This may take some time but it’s important that you learn to not stress out over everything. Stress not only causes mental fatigue but it can also cause physical problems in your body. If necessary go to a stress management seminar and learn how to do this. The less stress that you have in your life the happier you will be.<br /><br />Is there greatness on the inside of you but you don't know how to achieve it? Jason has just completed his brand new 7 part e-course, 'Find Your Greatness'<br /><br />Get it free here: Find Your Greatness<br /><br />Do you want to learn how to create successful habits and goals? Download Jason’s new FREE ebook here: Goal Setting<br /><br />Jason Osborn has dedicated himself to changing thousands of lives by helping people find their greatness and true potential through his Find Your Greatness Newsletter.<br /><br />Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Jason_OsbornUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5635009612561971662.post-4064286218042490542008-07-08T05:27:00.001-07:002008-07-08T05:27:42.634-07:00Get Happy Now!Wayne Dyer is one of my favorite people. Not only as an author and fantastic speaker but because <br />he deals with real people in real life.<br /><br />I don't know if the following story is in one of his books or I heard him tell it at a seminar a long time ago.<br /><br />I am paraphrasing it here in my own words. Hope he doesn't mind because I think of him fondly every time I think about it. It is so true.<br /><br />When we are in grammar school, we think, "When I get out of this stupid little school - then I will be happy."<br /><br />In high school, "Can't wait to get out of here. Get into college. Have some fun. Then I will be happy."<br /><br />In college, ""When is this all going to be over? Need to get started in a real job. Then I will be happy."<br /><br />On to the next group -<br /><br />"When I meet my soul mate, then I'll be happy."<br /><br />"When we get our house, then I'll be happy."<br /><br />"When we have children, then I'll be happy."<br /><br />"When the divorce is final, then I'll be happy."<br /><br />"When I find a person who really understands me, then I'll be happy."<br /><br />"When all the kid's tuitions are paid, then I'll be happy."<br /><br />"When I retire from this exhausting job and get my pension, then I'll be happy."<br /><br />CUT TO -<br /><br />Sitting on the beach in Fort Lauderdale with another retiree. And talking about "the good old days."<br /><br />When we haven't had one good day.<br /><br />A published writer, but a "newbie" as a blogger. Loving it! When I tell you I did not know the difference between a webpage and a blog only a months ago, I would not be lying! Now I do and as they say in Brooklyn, where I originated, "Who knew?"<br /><br />I picked personal growth as my topic because I not only have been a self help junkie for years but I had a TV show on national cable for eleven years and interviewed over 400 authors in that time. Including all the most famous ones you see on Oprah! Since book sales on numbering in the billions in the personal growth field, I thought there would be great interest in this niche. Also, because I am a lady of a "certain age," I have been around the block a few times, made many mistakes and have achieved some success. I am hoping to share my good wisdom with my readers.<br /><br />Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Corinne_EdwardsUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0