Bluebeard: A Case Study on Some Women’s Dating Habits.
March 10, 2010
Bluebeard: A Case Study on Some Women’s Dating Habits.
by: Christopher Jon Luke Dowgin
Now since the ancient days of the traveling mistral or fireside Shaman, every culture around the world had storytellers that instructed youths and adults on how to find happiness when it seemed to be lost. Knowing that people sometimes can not bring claim to their problems or just will be simply bored with allot of technical jargon. So they invented fabulous stories to captivate our imaginations using the symbols that resonate deep within our minds from a time before language was ever created. The same place in a baby turtle on Galapagos Island knows to run to the ocean as fast as possible and zag or zig when it sees a shadow from above without ever seeing a hawk or gull before. Allot of tales have to do with helping a child to follow its instinct’s when a care giver or parent is insufficient in his roles as a teacher or becomes just down right abusive. Under harrowing circumstances, how can a child retain what it knows to be true in its heart under such constructs. Or reshape them in the future to save their lives? As Carl Jung and the women that proceeded him; Woodman, Pinkola Estes, Von Franz; the found these stories of regained truth in the fairy Tales and Myths of the world. For your listening pleasure, I have encapsulated one as an example.
3 Ways You Can Live Like Oprah Today
March 7, 2010
3 Ways You Can Live Like Oprah Today
by: Inez Ng
Who wouldn’t want to live like Oprah? She has billions of dollars to do with however she likes. She has luxurious estates in beautiful places. She has powerful and influential friends. She is adored by millions and has influence beyond comprehension. Yet, these things are not what inspired my article. What I am sharing may surprise you. So how do we mere mortals get to live like Oprah? Read on.
Like Oprah, you too can live a life of gratitude
I was incredibly moved to read about the “Legends who Lunch” event Oprah planned recently. Here is undisputedly one of the most influential and successful women today, planning an event to pay tribute to the “legends” who have contributed and paved the way for her and others. She identified 25 women “whose steps created a journey of no boundaries” for her generation. She wanted to “thank them, celebrate them, and rejoice in their spirit.” Then she invited 45 women who have benefited from these trail-blazers to come help honor these legends. What a show of gratitude!
Mom Entrepreneur Mentors: “The Things I Wish I Would Have Known While
March 5, 2010
Mom Entrepreneur Mentors: “The Things I Wish I Would Have Known While
by: Terilee Harrison
Moms are busy people. Raising a family makes you busy, but when you throw in the added responsibilities of running a business, you may feel like a professional juggler trying your hardest every day not to “drop the ball”. Today’s Mom Entrepreneurs are so busy juggling their family and business, some days it may be difficult to find time to breathe. The Business Mom believes the benefit and good advice of Moms who have already raised their families is priceless and will help you to set our priorities. A special thank you goes to the following Moms from NAFE’s For You Network for taking the time to share their thoughts and stories.
Reminder #1: Children grow up quickly
Meli Van Natta’s son was seven years old and her daughter was four when she got into the real estate business. Meli of Prudential California Realty says, “I learned that children grow up quickly and you can never recapture the time that you miss.” If she had it to do over again, she would have arranged her schedule to spend more time with them even if it affected her business. Now that she is older (and wiser), Meli realizes that she could have delegated some tasks, maybe taken on a partner, and she didn’t have to attend all the social events that went along with the business. But, she was young, having fun, and feeling very powerful and successful with all the money she was making.
Why Working Hard Is Not Enough by Yanik Silver
March 2, 2010
Why Working Hard Is Not Enough by Yanik Silver
by: Yanik Silver
As I was sitting here writing out this newsletter we had a chimney repairman and a landscaper come out to the house. Out of my window I could see both of them doing their jobs. Let me tell you these guys work *hard*.
Both of them get up very early in the morning and put in a full day’s work. The chimney repairman is dangerously perched at least 50 feet above the ground for most of the day. And our neighborhood landscaper is breaking his back carrying heavy bags of mulch all day.
The point is these guys put in an honest day’s labor for honest day’s wage every day. They aren’t sleeping on the job or goofing off. They’re working their butts off - but that’s not enough!
Do you know the big secret neither one of these fellows (or most other people) ever figure out?
It’s so simple once you understand and it can have a profound effect on your wealth. Here it is…
Improve IQ
February 27, 2010
Improve IQ
by: Steve Gillman
Can you improve IQ and brainpower in general? You bet, and it isn’t always difficult. I write about dozens of techniques for iq and general brainpower improvement, and I have seen IQ scores go up by applying these techniques. A more usable brain is more important than a score, though, so sit down with a cup of coffee (your first IQ improvement tip) and take notes as you read through the list below.
Improve IQ - A Few Ways
Improve your beliefs. When you believe you are smarter, you become smarter. Though affirmations may work, evidence is even better, so make a note of your successes. Start telling yourself, “Hey, that was really creative,” when you do something creative. When you have a good idea, make a note of it. Gather the evidence for your own IQ improvement and you’ll start to experience more of it as you believe in it.
The No-Fail Way To Get Anything You’ve Ever Wanted
February 24, 2010
The No-Fail Way To Get Anything You’ve Ever Wanted
by: Larry Bilotta
If you really want to reach the goals you set for yourself this year, simply writing them down as a list and telling your friends is just not going to cut it.
Reaching your goals is easy when you use this formula…
Consistency + Desire - Fear = YOUR GOAL
There are 3 simple keys to setting and acheiving your goals…
Key #1: Consistency
If you’re going to reach a goal, you NEED to be consistent. Most people jump on the “goal setting bandwagon” around the New Year, setting goals for themselves with NO PLAN for how they’re going to reach these goals.
And before they know it, they get caught up in everyday life and never think about their goals again.
This is what I call “goal setting and forgetting”. Consistency is CRITICAL when it comes to reaching your goals.
Here’s how to be consistent in reaching your goals…
Have a routine.
If your goal is to lose 10 lbs by the end of the year, do something every day (or week) that will bring you closer to that goal. It could be a morning walk or eating at least 4 healthy meals per week.
Clear Your Mental Space
February 21, 2010
Clear Your Mental Space
by: Jennifer Givler
Think about the last time you felt a negative emotion - like stress, anger, or frustration.
What was going through your mind as you were going through that negativity? Was your mind cluttered with thoughts? Or was it paralyzed, unable to think?
The next time you find yourself in the middle of a very stressful time, or you feel angry or frustrated, stop. Yes, that’s right, stop. Whatever you’re doing, stop and sit for one minute. While you’re sitting there, completely immerse yourself in the negative emotion.
Allow that emotion to consume you. Allow yourself one minute to truly feel that emotion. Don’t cheat yourself here. Take the entire minute - but only one minute - to do nothing else but feel that emotion.
When the minute is over, ask yourself “am I willing to keep holding on to this negative emotion as I go through the rest of the day?”
Once you’ve allowed yourself to be totally immersed in the emotion and really feel it, you will be surprised to find that the emotion clears rather quickly.
When Your Anxieties And Stresses Become Difficult To Handle
February 19, 2010
When Your Anxieties And Stresses Become Difficult To Handle
by: Stan Popovich
Your fears, anxieties, and other problems have the best of you and you don’t know where to turn for help. At some point you feel totally helpless as you struggle each day. What do you do? Here are a few suggestions on how to get out of this situation.
Always remember to get all of the facts of the given situation. Gathering the facts can prevent us from relying on exaggerated and fearful assumptions. By focusing on the facts, a person can rely on what is reality and what is not.
Learn how to manage your fearful thoughts that may be difficult to manage. When experiencing a negative thought, read some positive statements and affirmations that help lift your spirits and make you feel better. Remember that your fearful thoughts may be exaggerated so balance these thoughts with realistic thinking and common sense.
Take your problems to God. God is stronger than your stresses and anxieties. When the going gets tough, talk to God about your problems as if you were talking to a friend. Be persistent and be open in the avenues that God may provide to you in solving your problem. It is not always easy, however God is in control and he will help you if you ask him.
Lord of the Rings: A Story For The Lost Yuppie!
February 17, 2010
Lord of the Rings: A Story For The Lost Yuppie!
by: Christopher Jon Luke Dowgin
Tolkien followed the tradition of the Nibelunglied from Norse Mythology of a Wife who brow beats her husband to remove all emotion from his life so he may in turn bury that part in his children and kill all logical opposition to him. For if he can not control his own life or wife’s, who else can he push around besides his children?
This is the predecessor for all Dragon stories. Not only that it is the original story of a ring of extraordinary powers one must renounce all love for. Roma for Amor, the ring is the symbol of marriage that traps some women in the cave of subconscious repression of a bad emotion. The fear of financial security coupled with social opinion. But where does this start, when did it happen, Who’s fault is it, and how to change it?
5 Tips To Conquer Your Fear Of Taking Action
February 13, 2010
5 Tips To Conquer Your Fear Of Taking Action
by: Christopher Green
When an opportunity arises to change your life for the better, your fear will generate excuses to spoil it for you. Each excuse is a single piece in the loser’s jigsaw. The end picture is an unhappy picture of you. Here’s how you can build a happier one.
Let’s say you’ve seen someone you really fancy. You can’t take your eyes off them and you want to get it on with them. As soon as you think about approaching them, fear starts the jigsaw puzzle:
1. Fear’s first piece is picked: “Yes, but they wouldn’t fancy someone like me. I’m too fat/thin/tall/short/young/old.” This is predicting a negative outcome by generating a poor self-image. Accept it and you won’t make your approach. Instead, believe you’re a catch. And you don’t know how someone will react, you might click big time. There’s only one way to find out!
2. Fear selects another piece and picks on you again. “I’m not very good at starting conversations. I’ll bore them and embarrass myself.” Give into this one and well, you’ll have bored them for sure because you didn’t even say “Hello”. How boring is that?
