by Ronna Prince — Transformation is a big word. The first definition in the World English Dictionary states that it is “a change or alteration, especially a radical one.” You can see the radical alteration of my appearance in the before and after photos in this article. And it was indeed radical. The radical outer […]
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A new attitude can make a change
December 2, 2012
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by Cary Bailen — Have you ever thought about how many times we find ourselves amid a crisis in our lives pondering, “How did I get here?” “Why is this happening to me?” Or the poor me, “I don’t deserve this!” With introspection, we can eventually find ourselves peaceful and thankful for that nasty situation […]
Thought for food
November 30, 2012
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by Scott Kalechstein — On July 13, 2006, a front-page article in the New York Times caught my eye. The headline read, “Paralyzed Man Uses Thoughts to Move a Cursor.” The story described how, after neuroscientists had implanted a small sensor in his brain, a man had learned to use his thoughts and intentions to […]
Gratitude journals
November 28, 2012
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by Doreene Clement — Think about how you would complete the following: “Today I am grateful for …” Do you already keep a gratitude journal, or do you incorporate one into your current journaling or diary? If you do not already keep one, you might consider starting a gratitude journal, because keeping a record of […]
The world is only one country
November 13, 2012
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by Shirley Osborne — The Italians have a saying, “Tutto il mondo e’ paese” — all the world is one country. By this, they mean that all the countries in the world are the same as the one in which we live. The people in other countries are no different from us, when it comes […]
Nine keys for a stress-free pregnancy and childbirth
November 1, 2012
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by Dr. Linda Miles — Pregnancy and childbirth can be very stressful times. The following information can help make this a less stressful, more joyous milestone in your life. 1. Do not let anxiety and stress take a toll — A growing body of research shows that, in some women, anxiety and stress lead to […]
Modeling compassion
October 29, 2012
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by Kris Lecakes Haley — Be they furry, finned or feathered, our companion animals provide us infinite opportunities to explore empathy and express compassion. Imagine yourself relaxing alongside your pet, stroking his or her fur as you utter a contented sigh. As your child plays happily nearby, feelings of gratitude and peace flood over you. […]
Feed your mind and manage your weight
October 5, 2012
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by Kathy Balland — Successful weight management goes beyond simply what you eat. It all really comes down to your thoughts and feelings. By focusing on positive thoughts and emotions, you can attract their future vision of yourself. The following tools can help you make positive changes, such as weight management: affirmations, a gratitude journal, […]
The truth about failure
October 4, 2012
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by Ada Porat — Every experience we term “failure” holds a core of liberating truth within it. The next time you feel as if you have somehow failed, review these truths and you will see why you do not need to fear failure. There is no such thing as failure — The Course in Miracles […]
Attraction, karma, vacuum and you
October 2, 2012
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by John English — The universe and life often seem to be a complex web of energy that can best be described as random chaos. However, as many of you now know, the universe does work in ways we can begin to understand, and life can have a flow that makes it meaningful and delicious. […]
The law of knowing
September 18, 2012
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by Dr. John Demartini — Psychology recognizes three states of life. There is a state of knowing. There is a state of knowing that you know. And then there is the state of knowing you know that you know. I like to think of the first as the gathering of facts and of intellect. The […]
The flow of your life and the seasons
September 15, 2012
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by John English — We can achieve a great deal of peace and natural order in our lives if we follow the rhythm of nature, which includes the seasons. When humankind gets back to the flow of the natural world, balance will once again be restored and collectively we will return to the mythical Garden […]
Ways to increase your energy level
September 12, 2012
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by Laura Stack — Feeling fatigued? Wish you had more get-up-and-go? The following tips can help you regain your vitality. l. Strive for a neutral environment. It takes energy for your body to pay attention or avoid paying attention to something in your environment. Consider keeping a space heater or fan in your workspace if […]
December 13, 2012
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