Affirmations and Mastering Distraction

Did you ever have a problem with distraction? You know, you have an important project to do. You turn on the computer and check your email. Catch the latest news headlines. Read a couple stories. Check your forums and respond to a few threads. Let the dog out. Check your email for anything new...

That's how it was for Amber. Until she started using affirmations to keep herself focused.

Used to be our friend Amber would stall and whine something terrible when she sat down to start a project. Maybe it wouldn't have been so bad if there had been a boss or a teacher or somebody breathing down her neck to turn out the finished project on schedule. But this time, it was "just for her." The kiss of death.

See, Amber had a dream. She wanted to work from home. But, dreamer that she was, she also had a safety net. She made decent money tending bar on the weekends. Between that and her husband's paycheck, they had enough to get by. Only thing was, they were rarely home at the same time! The stress was beginning to wear on their relationship.

One fine weekday, Amber got a sitter and met a girlfriend for lunch. It had been a while since they'd connected, and Kendra had let it slip that something important was going on in her life. Turns out she'd just landed a big (really big) client for her new consulting business.

"How'd you do it?" Amber asked. "Last I heard, you guys were really struggling."

Kendra smiled. "Easy," she said. "I just started focusing on what I want. What I want the most is to make this business grow so Joe and I can live the lifestyle we dream about. We want to travel and make a nice life for the kids."

"We want that, too." said Amber. "But I just can't seem to make myself do the work. Every time I sit down to write my business plan, I don't know where the time goes. Nothing happens."

Kendra was glad to help out her friend. After all, it would be great to have another successful couple to hang out with!

"First of all, decide what's most important. It's easy enough to see what you don't want. But don't let yourself get sucked into dwelling on that. Just turn it around. If you don't want to struggle with bills, see yourself paying them effortlessly. If you don't want to get distracted from your work, focus on the completed project. Your business plan, right?"

"Right," said Amber with a sigh. "The same old business plan I've been supposedly doing for a year already."

Kendra laughed out loud at her friend's resistance. "Well perhaps you could muster a little enthusiasm. That'll help a lot. The feeling you put around your project makes a huge difference. If it seems like a big chore, it's easy to see why you haven't gotten very far."

"Find something to like about it. Then break it down into small, manageable steps. I'll help you if you want. Then, it's just a matter of doing one little step after the next. Doesn't seem so overwhelming that way. It's easier to stay focused."

"Affirm your success. Before I even sit down to my computer, I picture the task I'm about to complete. I'll see myself sending off the proposal; connecting with the person on the other end; helping them solve a problem. Kind of like we're doing right now, you know?"

As she looked over at Amber, it seemed her friend's spirits were starting to lift. "Good," thought Kendra. "I think we're in the same space."

"I use spoken affirmations, too," she said. "I am innovation, connection, and completion. Each time I sit down, I affirm my ability to perceive innovative solutions, to connect with my prospects, and to fully address their needs. The results have been amazing!"

"That would be amazing," Amber said softly. "It seems like all I ever think about is everything that could go wrong if I mess up. No wonder I keep putting things off."

"Just one more thing before we go," Kendra continued. "You'd better get ready for a bunch of new ideas. Once you put yourself in the current, you'll start seeing new opportunities all over. Some of them will be different than anything you've ever considered before. Expect it. You'll want to check them out, because you want things to start going differently from now on, right?"

Amber smiled. "Right," she said. "I'll know things are working when my life starts to feel different. And that's a good thing!"

Kendra and Amber spent a few more minutes together that day. They mapped out a quick timeline for getting Amber's business plan down on paper, then worked out a statement she could use to keep herself on track. "I am commitment, possibility, and vision."

They smiled about how great it would be to go someplace warm together next winter for a special get-away weekend. Amber could see it happening. Her dream was unfolding before her eyes. She just knew it.

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How to Make Money Fast by Being Where the People Are

One of the most frequently asked questions with internet marketing is how to make money fast. There are hundreds of thousands of opportunities to pursue, but how can you get a jump on it and start generating some income? The answer to this question lies within the people.

No matter what niche or industry you are in, you are going to learn that it takes a great deal of marketing and interaction in order to reel in traffic and generate customers. You cannot expect to have any kind of success by hiding behind your web site and hoping people make their way to you.

In order to make money fast, you have to be willing to get out there and let people know you exist. There are millions of web sites all vying for any attention they can get. If you have hopes of stealing customers from other sites, people need to know about you. This is all going to come with marketing.

Marketing is perhaps the single most important part of running an online business. You need to be willing to spend several hours a day strictly promoting your business. The more familiar people become with you and your business, the better chance you have of them checking it out.

Take your marketing a step further from there and letp people know about you. You need to take the time to introduce yourself and actually interact. This is what it means by being where the people are. Putting a banner ad on web sites can generate some traffic, but it is not going to have the same effect as talking to prospects.

Before introducing yourself, all your business is to prospects is another name. You need to put a face on your business so people have something to see. Take the time to listen to what others have to say, offer your insights, and let them know you care about them.

It is crucial to build relationships in order to succeed online. You will begin to gain trust as well, as soon as you have built a relationship. And if people trust what you have to say, you will begin to make money fast.

While it seems like a simple concept, it is amazing how few entrepreneurs actually do this. It does take you getting out and posting in the forums or writing in blogs, but it is well worth it when you see the types of results you get. Get out there and start letting people know who you are today.

Walt Gemmell is the owner and webmaster of http://www.wcgem.com, the site for home business opportunities, free online income training and start up ideas for home business.

Whose God is Better? Religious Knowledge

If you're part of a religious organization, and were asked this question, "Whose God Is Better" meaning of course, is your God better and stronger or smarter and better looking than the religious competition. Is this something that you believe or were taught while you were young? Obviously you wouldn't think that the Hindu god Brahma is better than Yahweh or Jesus, if you're a Christian. It just wouldn't make any sense to belong to a religion that was weaker than the competition.

It seems like most religions around the world have gods or even one almighty God that is the biggest and baddest god in the neighborhood, maybe even the entire universe.

If we look at the numbers, the Christian God Jesus of Nazareth is the strongest by far. A survey that was done in 2005, showed Christians 2.1 billion strong and growing. With numbers like this, their God must be doing something right. Do you think these numbers are large because of their financial influences in poor countries? Something to think about, how did Christianity become such a large religious institution. They've got plenty of money and pay relatively little taxes. Remember the golden rule, the person with the most gold makes all the rules.

Second on our religious scale are the Muslims, the Islamic religion has over 1.1 billion followers and that puts it at almost half the size of Christianity, but more than doubled the size of the third largest religion by the numbers.

The third largest religion in the world is Hinduism and most of India which is second only to China as the most populated countries in the world are Hindus. Hinduism ranks around 800 million followers.

I'll stop right there. I wanted to give you an idea of religion by the numbers, realistically the Christians and the Muslims believe in the same God but the Muslims recognize Jesus as a prophet and the Christians don't recognize Mohammad at all and Mohammad is the number one prophet for the Islamic religion. But if we put the two of them together, it would be the largest religion by far with almost no competition economically or with military strength.

So to answer our question," Whose God Is Actually Better", I would have to say the Christian God is the most popular and powerful God and the universe. The only problem is, there's no actual proof that Jesus, Mohammed, Yahweh, Krishna or any other supreme being is real. People follow these religions and base almost everything on faith with very little facts that can actually be proven.

I'm not talking about small facts, I'm talking about big ones like, how the world was created, you can choose to believe, anything that you want but until we have some facts or at least something that sounds pretty good, you should probably stop thinking, that your religion is the only way and your God the best. Show some compassion for other religions around the world, their beliefs are no better or weaker than yours.

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Recognizing Who We Really Are

I have been focusing my energy in sharing EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) with as many people as I can. I believe that it is an incredible tool that helps people energetically dissolve issues that may have created stumbling blocks in their lives. I personally have worked with numerous people and have seen many miraculous results.

Recently, Blair Mansur approached me at A Center for Spiritual Awakening in Mendocino, where my husband, Steve Ryals (author of Drunk with Wonder: Awakening to the God Within) and I go to be with our beloved spiritual community. I was the Practitioner of the Day and I was offering Spiritual Mind Treatment after the service. Blair, a charming, beloved elder came to me wanting to be able to put his face in the water when he swims. He had an old fear about not being able to breathe and he felt claustrophobic when he put his face in the water. He had had this fear since he was eight or nine years old when he had the whooping cough. He was curious about the work I do with EFT, and I briefly explained that I could help him let go of the stories that get in the way of him experiencing All of He Who Truly Is. I gave him a Treatment and told him that I saw him whole and complete.

A few days later, I emailed him to see if he still wanted to have an EFT session with me over the phone. He called me and said that he would prefer to be with me in person, and he scheduled an EFT appointment for today. He called me last night to cancel the appointment. Since we had seen each other a little over a week ago, he has gone swimming several times, and he can put his face in the water without any fear! He said that while he was in my Presence I truly saw Himand in my Seeing he was instantly healed.

So, this brings me back to the core teaching--We Are All God. Emotional Freedom Technique can help erase the stories that keep us from experiencing the Truth of Who We Really Are. Sometimes, we may get the core issue mixed up with the core truth. I believe that if we dont know that We Are One with God (or Spirit) then we may spend all of our time focusing on our core issues and never get to our True Essence. Even though we may not know it, We Are One with God. When I do EFT with people, I am seeing them as whole and complete. I know that their experiences of pain and suffering are real for them, and I help them energetically release that which no longer serves them. EFT is one of the best tools that I know to erase the lies (even though they seem real) and to get to the Truth of their Being.

JoAnn SkyWatcher is an energy healer. She uses Spiritual Mind Treatment, Visualization, Breath, and Emotional Freedom Technique. She lives with her Beloved husband, Steve Ryals, author of Drunk with Wonder: Awakening to the God Within in the remote hills of Northern California.

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Work and Make Money From Home

Make money! Work from the comfort of your own home! With today's technology working from home is easier than ever and making money from home is even easier. All that is needed is a desk top or lap top computer with high speed Internet access, a phone with long distance capabilities, and the ability to meet deadlines and avoid the distractions associated with working from home. If you have access to the technology and the discipline, then working from home is a simple way to make money. However, making money is not the only advantage to working at home. You can also be with your family, have the freedom to make your own hours, and the advantage of being your own boss. You choose when and how often you work. Getting started is easy.

To work and make money from home, first decide where your interest and talents lie. It always makes it easier and more fun when your work is also something you like to do. From computer programming to freelance writing, there are a multitude of at-home opportunities available in the computer age. Research is the first step to making money from home. The Internet makes research easy. There are many web pages and job search engines that will search through the vast information available on the Internet. Simply type in what type of at home opportunity you are looking for and a list of possible job opportunities will be generated. Read through them and apply for the jobs that interest you. Many times all that is needed for application is an email message stating your interest and related experience. Other times, you will have to fill out a simple form and answer a few simple questions. Follow these easy steps and you will be making money from the comfort of your own home in no time. The great advantage to working from home is that you can have several jobs at the same time; each making you money.

If you already have a job, working from home to make money is still an option. Many businesses, realizing the advantages of having an "at-home" workforce, offer many work at home options. Many blue collar jobs, or desk jobs, can be performed in the comfort of a home office with minimal investment in a few technologies (computer, printer, fax machine, at cetera). Many sales positions or telemarketing opportunities can be done from home and are great ways to make money while working from home. Telemarketing jobs are especially easy to do from the home, because all that is required is a telephone with long distance capabilities. With many popular cell phone planes, unlimited long distance is included in most calling plans. This will further increase your profit margin, making it even easier to work and make money from home. Telemarketing jobs can be found in online job databases, classified advertisements, or email newsletters. To help make making money easier follow some simple rules. Set aside a set time when you can be alone and concentrate on your work. A home office is great way to isolate yourself from distractions. Be disciplined. Always meet deadlines on time or early. Always look for more job opportunities. More jobs mean more money. Follow these simple tips and you too can work and make money from home.

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How to Make Money - Hedge Funds?

If you really wanted to know how to make money, you might have talked with hedge fund managers and / or ponzi scheme organizers. It seems these two have too much in common according to the news. Thank goodness that the financial crisis and recession has laid most of these guys to rest and I would never suggest you get involved - although the money is pretty good!

Let's define what a ponzi is. Basically, a ponzi scheme (named after its clever inventor) is a scam where enormous profits are promised and the greedy get their claws into it to invest. There is no productive effort behind the promised profits, because the next in line investors are sucked in to provide the "profits" for the suckers who came in earlier. Nice move. The only downside is that it may lead to a lot of free lunches at the government's hotels (also known as jails). Who said there's no such thing as a free lunch?

With that in mind there's not much point in looking at the upside, is there?

Hedge funds were doing gangbuster for quite a few years. These are the guys who play Las Vegas with other people's shares. Not much room for us there.

Las Vegas brings the idea of trying to make money at the casinos. No joke. Some poor (no pun intended) individuals actually go to these places feeding the insane illusion that they're going to come out on top! Money make fast? You laugh - it's tragic - especially when you see the obscene profits casinos make. I wonder if there is some connection between extreme profit, making piles of fast money, and the Mafia!? Pause for thought.

Let's try horse racing, or even dog racing. Maybe not! You know what - this whole line of thought isn't going to get us anywhere at all, is it? Luck is not where it's at. You only get luckier when you work harder and smarter. Period!

Luck!? You only get luckier when you work harder and smarter.

Let's get back to reality - put our feet firmly on the ground and look for something that really does work. If you want to find out how to start your own business, you need to follow a system. An ideal system should be somewhat like a franchise in that you get all the training resources you need - step-by-step. It should be cheap, accessible, and easy to start. Although the profit potential should be high, there should be no franchise type of monthly fee. As always in life, you must be willing to do the initial work. Not good if you're lazy. If you were lazy, you wouldn't have read this far!

There are a few, but very few, systems which fit the above criteria like a glove. This is time to start a new type of business, if you want to stay home, and are fed up with your work, and three jobs!

The ideal business should have built in potential to make you serious money long term and provide residual or passive income for years to come. Remember how artists get paid. They do a good job once, and then get paid royalty year in and year out for ever.

If you're serious about a better future for you and your loved ones, then you can learn how to make money on the internet. The internet is where it's all happening. Hedge your bets and get into a Plan B - a Better way!

If you want to fight back, eliminate debt, and find financial freedom then this is the place to be.

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R. Neill is committed to combating our lack of knowledge that keeps us chained to jobs, bills, and debt.

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How to Make Money With the Internet

Progressively individuals take hold of the opportunity of earning income and making money using the internet jobs and work opportunities. As a matter of fact, there are many kinds of profit generating jobs you are able to pick from on the internet.

Imagine making money without even being forced to leave the convenience of your very home and having the ability to make the best of every one of the advantages and opportunities it can actually provide you with.

Earning money on the internet is today made achievable and you could definitely pick among the broadest range of internet job opportunities that you really have. There's no reason for you to worry about whether or not you will be able to be employed by an internet company. As a matter of fact, if you're extremely serious about it, you do not have to be employed by any company. You have the ability to begin your own business on the internet and earn money for yourself.

Rather than being employed, you could hire other individuals to work for you and be your own boss. You could earn money on the internet even if you don't only rely on these kinds of work opportunities full time. Even if you accomplish this kind of work part time, you could certainly earn money as quick as you can.

The minute you are capable of recognizing the advantages of earning money on the internet, you would not necessarily need to leave the convenience of your own home and might instantly generate as much income as you could ever think of and imagine. That much effort Is not needed also since you have the ability to unquestionably earn without even being forced to exert that much effort.

My name is Jimmy Blanco and I am an entrepreneur. If you are interested in total financial freedom in these turbulent times, you are not alone. The good news is, I can teach you exactly how I have achieved this goal, but you have to be willing to learn and, more importantly, you have to believe it is possible. Your first step to financial freedom is to go to http://www.ViralAffiliateMarketer.com and sign up to my newsletter. Once you do, you will receive a free e-book, along with excellent advice about how to start your own successful home business. See you there!

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Women and Self Esteem - Stop Chasing Your Dreams - One Key Suggestion

Is this you?

Popular culture has told you to create a vision board. Everyone is doing it. You are supposed to collect representatives of everything you want, pin it on a corkboard and sit in front of it in a dreamy state and get all tingly thinking about having it all.

But... rather than feeling all grateful and expansive, your vision board simply irritates and frustrates you because you feel disconnected to saying thanks for stuff you don't have.

Besides, you don't have time to flip through magazines looking for perfect pictures of the perfect stuff to cut out.

And another thing... what's with the affirmation thing anyway? You feel like a fraud standing in front of the mirror saying you are beautiful and you love your belly...

So, you ask? "Am I the only one who doesn't get this?" Does this mean I miss out on all that Law of Attraction stuff?

There is absolutely nothing wrong with you... You are perfectly fine. You can relax... There is another path to the top of the hill, and it is beautifully simple.

I offer One Key Suggestion

Simply be here now.

Just think about this moment in time. Think about all the abundance you have in this moment. Take your focus off the past, off the future and just be here now.

I know and you know this is not new... but somehow, we get caught up in thinking we need to take action and follow the trends.

Right now, everyone seems to be creating vision boards, and that 's great... vision boards are wonderful and powerful tools, but you need to be in the right mindset to get the most out of them.

Getting what you want doesn't have to be work... You don't have to do anything... Just be in your moment... be aware... be here now... What could be simpler than that?

Whatever task or circumstance you find yourself engaged in, look for your blessing. Just be grateful for what is right now. You don't have to write in a journal, you don't have to clip pictures; there is nothing extra that you need to spend time on.

Simply say thanks for what is now.

The beauty of this concept is that once you find your center and balance, you will get to that quiet inner state of 'gratitude in the moment' and the Law of Attraction will line up more events, thoughts, circumstances for you to be grateful for... momentum will take over.

You don't have to chase your dreams; they will come to you once you place your focus on what you are grateful for in this moment. I once heard that nothing that you really desire is to be found upstream anyway, yet this is exactly the way most of us approach life.

Our desires are all downstream... just allow yourself to let go and go with your beautiful flow.

Regardless of your present circumstances, you have much to be grateful for at this exact moment. Put your focus there and stop overcomplicating your life.

When you are in a mindset to take more on, everything you need is waiting for you.

Relax... appreciate... feel grateful... invite more to be grateful for into your experience.

Namaste.

Wishing you Peace & Abundance...
Joyce Lee
"Your Life Empowerment Coach"

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Joyce Lee is an experienced and certified Life Empowerment Coach, Woman's Wellness Guide and Law of Attraction Practitioner, specializing in supporting women seeking a deeper, richer life experience through their personal development program.

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Get That Gorgeous Guy - How to Be Confident and Stand Out

Do you exude confidence when you're around men? Do you know how to carry yourself well? Do you know how to stand out and get men to notice and take interest in you? Read on and find out how being confident can help you get that man you've been eyeing.

There's just something sexy about confident women. Guys go crazy over a lady who can handle herself well. Confidence is more than a matter of maintaining eye contact and making sure that you sound smart. These things will contribute to your overall personality, but there's more that you have to do to exude that total confidence that men are crazy about. Confidence has to be reflected on everything about you - every movement, every part of the body and in every word that comes out from your lips.

The thing about poise and self-confidence is that you can't fake them. You're going to have to develop them so they become part of your whole persona. And there is only one way for you to be confident. This is by overcoming your insecurities - your fear of rejection.

The lack of confidence among women is almost always rooted on this fear of being not good enough for a guy. It's that fear that you're going to say or act weird or inappropriate around the man that you've been crushing on is making your self confidence crumble. And when you're not confident enough, you tend to stay mute in front of that gorgeous man. What better way to turn him off than by acting like a statue, doing nothing but listen the whole time?

Men want to know about the women they interact with just as much as they love talking about themselves. You can't expect to survive the night with nods and grunts of affirmation. You're going to have to start building your confidence and talk to that guy before he finds you too cold or get the impression that you are uninterested.

Face your fear

So, how do you build confidence? First, you have to understand and accept that it's this fear of not being liked that is keeping you from the man that you're attracted to. Overcome this insecurity by adopting the belief that you're great as you are. Even when there's still a chance that you're going to blurt out something weird, know that being forced to put your foot in your mouth sometimes is part of life. Guys are more blunt. They can even be weirder most of the time, so cut yourself some slack.

Face your fear of rejection. Even the prettiest models and beauty queens are incapable of getting every guy hooked. Beauty is subjective, so just because one man didn't profess his undying love for your beauty doesn't necessarily mean that all men won't. Believe in yourself and that you're attractive in your own right. To be confident, you start by loving yourself and believing that yes, you're one great lady that any guy would want to date.

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Dimension of Wellness, How to Achieve It?

What is dimension of wellness?

It's something more than just lack of sickness or having a healthy body....

It's definitely not just some products to make you feel good or be physically fit......

It's to do with how you achieve your full potentials.

It's self-directed and is an ever evolving process of change and growth in your life.

It's also a philosophy of life. It's recognizing the fact that your health means more than just lack of illness or having a healthy body.

Wellness has 6 dimensions - physical; emotional; spiritual; intellectual; social and environmental.

When you attain these 6 dimensions (each one is equally vital in the pursuit of optimum wellness), you're considered whole or complete......

1. Physical Wellness

Exercise, eat well and generally leading a healthy lifestyle are the keys to physical wellness.

Making these right choices about exercise, diet and lifestyle will affect how you feel tomorrow and the quality of your life.

You might want to gauge whether you operate in the realm of physical wellness by these parameters:

• Eat a balanced, nutritious diet that's rich in vitamins and minerals; good fats; lean protein; complex carbohydrates and fiber
• Cardio exercise 3-4 times per week to benefit your heart and to improve/maintain your health
• Get enough sleep
• Seek medical help when sick
• Take relaxation breaks daily to relax and de-stress
• If sexually active, use effective birth control method and take steps to minimize risk of sexually transmitted diseases

2. Emotional Wellness

This is your ability to handle your emotions in a positive and constructive manner, to maintain them in a healthy state.

How you manage your feelings and behaviors; how you recognize your own limitations; how well you cope with stress; how well you express your feeling outwardly and your level of optimism, self-confidence, satisfying relationship, joy and happiness, are major building blocks for your emotional well being.

3. Spiritual Wellness

This doesn't mean you're religious. Rather it's your quest to find meaning and purpose to your life and also be tolerant of the beliefs of others.

Your faith (in religion), values, beliefs, principles and morals define your spirituality.

And the inner quality of being compassionate; loving; forgiving and joyful will help you enjoy your spiritual health.

4. Intellectual Wellness

You've an active mind; receptive to new ideas; think critically; seeks out new challenges; stretch and challenge your minds with intellectual and creative pursuits; being creative, curious and motivated to master new skills.

These are the critical success factors to attain this dimension of wellness.

5. Social Wellness

This is how you contribute to your environment and community and how you build and cultivate better living spaces and social networks.

Basically, you've satisfying relationships; support networks; you participate and contribute to your community and pick up good communication skills and establish social closeness and intimacy.

6. Environmental Wellness

This dimension sees you leading a lifestyle that's respectful to your environment to minimize the harm you do to it.

You practice healthy measures aim to improve the standard of living and quality of life in your community.

You treasure earth's natural resources; conserve energy, buy organic food and products and appreciate what nature offers.

Cecelia Yap is an avid exerciser and author of the popular exercise website: perfect-body-toning.com - a web site born out of her passion which she successfully turns into a profitable business

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Spiritual Meditation Technique - Manifest Your Desires With Law of Attraction!

It seems like every other day I'm asked to reveal a New Meditation Technique. Meditation can be used for different purposes, but for the sake of this article, I will cover a simple but very powerful meditation technique that harnesses the Law of Attraction in a unique way. I rarely use the term "Law of Attraction" because more often than not, it creates a limited awareness and understanding of how it works.I feel itsmore appropriate to call it "The Laws of Mind."

Your mind is what does the attracting. Think about it for a moment. Can you think of anything you do that your mind has nothing to do with. There is absolutely nothing you can possibly do without the mind. That is the main reason why the term "Law of Attraction" creates so much confusion. There are countless products on the market dealing with that limited term. Take your mind away, and you will not exist, period!!

Ok Lets get to this little but Powerful Meditation Technique I promised you. *Whatever you do, do not take the simplicity of this technique for granted. I use this technique time and time again, and it never fails me.

Close your eyes and Imagine yourself as the space around you. Yes, imagine that your entire being is filling up all the space around you. ** You may not see how this connects but over time you will. Ninety nine percent of the Universe is space and the rest is matter. Anybody involved in Quantum physics or Rocket science already knows this ascommon fact.

Now once you imagine yourself as the space around you, simply hold that in your imagination until you feel a sense of timelessness. *It usually takes me about 10 seconds. Could be longer for those new to Meditation. Once you feel a sense of timelessness, simply state whatever you desire to bring into your reality. Now, here's where it gets a little tricky but it's common for new users so don't worry.

At the time you say or think whatever your desire, pay close attention to your feelings. If you feel a little uneasy, it's a sign that you have a contradicting belief about your desires.(Meaning that you may not fully believe that your desire is possible.) Don't panic, because as you continue to do it daily, that uneasiness will fade away and be replaced with the belief that it is possible) *You don't have to force yourself to believe anything. This goes against what alot of Gurus are suggesting nowadays.

Now once you state or think of your desire, simply hold that feeling for another 10 seconds and completely drop it, turn on the tv and flip through the channels. It's done. Repeat this process as often as you like until your Manifestation occurs into your reality. There's no limit on how many times you can do this.

There are plenty of ways ( and more advance ways) to manifest your desires. This technique is just one of them.

Special Hint: You'll know that you're using the technique properly if and when your start seeing signs of it. These signs are called sychronicity. **Take careful note of that. I get most of my signs on television. I believe it's because watching television is such a common practice. I also see sychronicities in other places. There's no limit to where you see them. It is infinite. With your permission, I would like to keep you informed of other techniques as well as insight to manifest the Ultimate life of your dreams. It is my way of giving back to the Universe and it's Free! Click Here.

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Jesus Is Alive And Well

Parable: As it was in the day of Noah so it shall be in the day of the coming of the son of man.

Opinion: In my opinion this parable reflects back in time period that the people lost all faith in god. There were a lot of very bad things going on. People where killing people for pennies, there was rape, sexual immorality, people had not a care in the world for there fellow human being. The people of that time who had money, and could have helped make life better for the people, who didnt have money, did nothing. In fact I believe they were back then much like they are today. The rich want more at any coast to the poor.

In my opinion it was that very mentality of the rich tacking from the poor that cause the snow ball effect that forced God to open the flood gates.

God flooded the earth back then, because he found no one worthy of sparing back then. Only one man and his family did God spare. This time when God comes he will be coming with an invitation in his hand.

I see a lot of things going on in this world, and most of them show no promise of any good coming out of them. I believe there are millions of people in this world that pray to God to come back and take back what rightfully belongs to him. That day is coming, and when it dose man that will be a great day. I will no longer have to worry about my children, or grandchildrens future. Because rite now I dont like what I see. That is no future.

Robert Emler: God has save my life many time. But there is one particular time I will never forget. To read about how god saved my life go to. http://jesus4use.com

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An Introduction to Feng Shui

An ancient Chinese practice that may have begun around 4000 BCE or earlier, Feng Shui is commonly used in western cultures today to decorate homes and arrange furniture. Many people claim that Feng Shui can affect one's personal relationships, physical well-being, and even finances. However, the practice was traditionally used in China to choose a place to live, a place to be buried, or even for crop arrangement and agricultural planning.

Pronounced "fung-shway" or "fung-shwee" in English, the words "fung shui" are literally translated to mean "wind-water". The practice is believed to promote positive Qi, which can help to improve one's life, by using the laws of heaven and earth. Qi is often translated to mean "energy flow" or the energy that is active in all things.

An early example of the use of Feng Shui in China is Banpo, an archaeological site in the Yellow River Valley, which was discovered in 1953 and is made up of settlements dating back to around 4500 BCE. The doors of dwellings there were astronomically aligned to the winter solstice. Similar alignments have been discovered within ancient ruins elsewhere in the world, so the Chinese were not the only ones using such building practices.

There are numerous classical techniques of Feng Shui, including Bagua, Zi Bai, Ba Zhai, and Qimen Dunjia, all utilizing differing methods and practices. Overall, Feng Shui seems to be based on Taoist principles, an understanding that nature is full of energy and very alive.

Practice of Feng Shui incorporates the compass (lo-pan) and the Ba-Gua, a grid in the shape of an octagon which contains I-Ching symbols. I-Ching, Yin and Yang, and the Five Elements are basic principles derived from Taoism and play a large part in the practice of Feng Shui.

I know this all may seem very complicated at first, but there's no need to be intimidated for there are many resources which were created to make it easier for you to use Feng Shui decorating techniques in your home! You can easily find tips for decorating each room of your house according to Fen Shui, as well as adding the use of crystals, fountains, or clocks to decorate your home for optimal prosperity. There is even a Feng Shui technique for the proper use of colors in your home.

Without a doubt, your home or office can be beautifully decorated, uniquely organized, and Qi-optimized using Feng Shui techniques! Whether you're planning to redecorate or just re-arrange and re-organize, why not do it the Feng-Shui way? You can start now with an informative eBook, how-to videos, or even sign up for an online class!

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Memory Improvement Through Self Hypnosis

Most people shudder when they hear the word 'hypnosis'. They relate the word to a situation where a hypnotist gets to make people, who are plucked from a show audience, to do all sorts of stupid things like clucking and strutting around like a chicken. Most people are quite afraid of the prospect of being under the control of another person and so they are reluctant to be hypnotized.

You can however control your own hypnosis and through self hypnosis you can help yourself in so many ways. For example self hypnosis can help you stop smoking, stop binge eating, can also help you control outbreaks of depression and it can also assist with your memory improvement.

Memory improvement through self hypnosis can be achieved by breaking down the mental blockages that are hindering you from adequately remembering things. First off you must master the art of self hypnosis. Then, once you are able to engage in self hypnosis you will be able to control a wide variety of problem areas and can go about correcting them (including your memory capabilities).

There are various DVDs, videos and audio tapes that are able to purchase that can guide you through the process of self hypnosis. They vary in content but generally they will give you a step by step instruction in the art of relaxation which is one of the keys to mastering self hypnosis. Once you are in a relaxed state you will then be able to direct your subcon5B4scious to improve your memory.

Take Yourself Into A State Of Total Relaxation

If you would like to trial the process before going out and buying DVDs or manuals on the subject here is a simple way to try self hypnosis. To start the process of memory improvement through self hypnosis, firstly you must close your eyes and relax your body completely. You should breathe deeply and methodically until your heart beat slows. If you are having trouble relaxing, why not imagine that you can control each and every part of your body. You tell each individual part of your body to relax beginning with your toes all the way to your head. Once you feel that you are in a relaxed state, count down backwards from twenty to zero. It helps to imagine you are standing at the top of a staircase and each time you count you see yourself walking down the staircase. By the time you reach zero and you have reached the bottom of the staircase you should be in a strong enough trance to begin working on your memory improvement through self hypnosis.

Commanding Yourself

You can begin to improve your memory by self hypnosis once you are in a completely relaxed and hypnotic state. All you really have to do is repeat to yourself that you want to improve your memory. You instruct your mind that whenever you hear or read something you will have no problem retrieving that information when you need to. You can also tell yourself that all of the block597ages you are experiencing which contribute to keeping you from remembering things will dissolve away. This is a great way to improve your memory and it really works

When you engage in self hypnosis and you begin speaking to yourself, you are speaking to your subconscious. This is how hypnotists are able to get you to do things you normally would not do because they are able to access your subconscious mind. For self hypnosis to be most effective you must truly believe that it is possible to use self hypnosis in a positive and helpful way and believe that it works. This belief and acceptance are the most important steps in this entire process.

Once you master the art of self hypnosis and start to apply it on a regular basis you will begin to remember more than you ever imagined possible. So why not lie down, close your eyes, breathe rhythmically and begin your journey of memory improvement through self hypnosis now.

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Boost Self Confidence Through Hypnotherapy

What is self confidence and how do you get it? The compact oxford english dictionary is simple in its definition: "a feeling of trust in ones abilities, qualities, and judgment". A positive sense of self confidence is more than just believing in you. Self confidence means that you have a respect for yourself and your abilities that allows you to take risks in life and put one foot in front of the other daily. You can build your self esteem with hypnotherapy, and by reading self improvement articles and books.

What Exactly Is Self Confidence?

For many, self confidence and self esteem are troublesome adversaries that people feel the need to overcome. Maybe you are one of them. You may wake up everyday convinced that you are going to fail. You may think about your last big test that you didnt do as well on as you would have liked. Alternatively, you may think of the time you broke the 16A0copier at work. Many of us base our current state of worth and ability on how we have performed in the past. The problem is that we focus on what we have done badly in the past, not what we have done well.

However, a lack of self confidence can do more harm than just draining you of your can-do attitude. With low self asteem, you may find yourself giving in to bad habits. You may have trouble losing weight, and you may build phobias around your life and much more. Thus, changing your level of self confidence will help you in all of the aspects of your life.

What To Do?

So how do you fix it? How do you build your self confidence to a level that makes you wake up everyday ready to tackle the world? There are many ways including counseling, self-help books etc. One newer way is through self confidence boosting hypnotherapy. As the name suggests, hypnotherapy uses hypnosis as a therapeutic tool to help you refresh and re-work the attitudes you have about yourself. The goal is to rid your mind of the bad, negative thoughts that you have about your abilities, and thoughts that have been constructed from the negative.

What Is Hypnosis?

Hypnosis is a state of being for a person. It involves a constricted focus and a state of deep relaxation. The focus occurs with the ideas presented by the hypnotist. The goal is to change the state of consciousness so that the left-hand methodical side of the brain is tamed while the creative right-side is brought forward. The goal is to draw out the subconscious to a place where deep rooted behavior can be changed.

Let a hypnotist help you boost your self confidence today!

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Be Proud Of Yourself No Matter What, And Life Will Get Better!

It is very important for each of us to learn to love ourselves and to be proud of our accomplishments. Even when it seems like we are failing at life, we should still remember to be proud of ourselves for trying. We should be thankful when we wake up every morning that we have another day of trying ahead of us. Each day brings more opportunities for us. Be proud of the chance you get to tackle each of these opportunities. Some may bring us more success than others, but the efforts are always worth more than we realize. If we can look at every thing in life with a positive attitude, we will be creating the path to true happiness. We should be proud of ourselves no matter what.

Make a list of all the positive things about yourself. Smile over the list and feel proud of every thing that you write. Take the list with you wherever you go, and whenever you start to feel upset or saddened, take it out and read it.

Even if you're having problems paying bills

Even if you're having trouble with relationships or family

Even if you're having trouble losing weight

Even if you're having trouble with substance abuse

Even if you're having pr555oblems with depression or stress

Even if you're having problems with your workplace

-No matter who or what you're having problems with-

BE PROUD THAT YOU HAVE TRIED AND THAT YOU ARE GIVING IT YOUR ALL! THAT IS ALL THAT MATTERS!

Don't pay any attention to what ANYONE else says. Don't listen to what anyone else has to say about you. Just as long as you know in you're heart that you are trying, and that you are proud of yourself for trying, that is all that matters. As soon as you truly realize how special you are, and that you love yourself, it will take a great burden off of your shoulders. Before you know it, life will get so much better.

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A Project Management "Truth" or Statement for Critical Chain Scheduling and Buffer Management

What do you mean "Two Weeks"?

Not really trying to sound "ancient" here, but during decades of doing project management, I've learned to really appreciate the concept behind the Critical Chain Scheduling and Buffer Management methodology. In fact, in the early years (late 1970's to mid-1980's) I called it "resource dependency" ... and there were not any software tools to assist in the effort.

The early years were a time of complete stress when attempting to create a project plan (or Gantt chart). Accounting "columnar graph paper" was used to draw out the project time line to determine "critical path" tasks.

The columnar graph paper was the pencil & paper version of the spreadsheet today. In fact, a "killer app" called "VisiCalc" was one of the first "row/column tabulation" programs (or spreadsheet applications), introduced in the late 1970's by co-creators Dan Bricklin and Bob Frankston; helping to define "personal productivity".

The first project management software tool that I used in an attempt to create a Gantt chart was VisiSchedule; in the early 1980's. The software ran on one of the first color IBM PC's (a dual 360-floppy system). It handled task dependencies fine, but the screen colors were hard to read (yellow letters on lime green background) and there were storage limitations that affected the size of the project plan that could be built. After trying to use the application for about one week, I went back to pencil & paper.

The analysis of project management showed me that the best approach for me was to "tailor" the appropriate methodology to fit the organization, staff, and type of project involved.

It was learned early in my career that it would be difficult to keep up with the "correct" current changes in technology ... especially when then the company was not interested in being on the "bleeding-edge". The common area in every project was the management of that project; so I focused my energy of the methods and techniques of project management. I approached the study or project management like I did business analysis ... I identified the routine to determine the exceptions; so that the exceptions could be categorized and prioritized.

Well, back to the topic of Critical Chain Scheduling ...

There was a saying many years ago that "a poorly planned project takes three times as long and a well planned project takes "two times longer". Knowing that it is difficult to "predict the weather", how do you do a better job at outlining a project and determining the finish date? There are a lot of theories and techniques out there.

Just like everyone else, when asking team members for estimates for the tasks to be performed, I would factor in some kind of a buffer. This buffer would allow for all of the different types of interruptions. As the team members were asked, more and more, to work on multiple projects, those "interruptions" were more significant and harder to control and estimate.

Recently, I read an article on the internet called "Critical Chain Scheduling and Buffer Management... Getting Out From Between Parkinson's Rock and Murphy's Hard Place". It is located at http://www.focusedperformance.com/articles/ccpm.html. This was a great article that puts the methodology into perspective.

During many years of "corporate consulting", I have used this technique for the smaller, two to five team member, projects. The success has been significant, but not to the point of convincing most business management that, in some cases, the method could be used for the larger projects.

The primary obstacle seems to be that it is difficult for business management to not think in terms of task completion dates and let the project manger report on buffer status. Some other obstacles include, team members multitasking, resource contention, improper management of estimating tasks without buffer time and the calculation of remaining time to complete the tasks.

This concept of project management is a real change in the corporate culture and that takes time to establish. A recommended approach would be to start with the small projects with the smaller number of team members. Remember, when you begin, you will be training the staff, management, and yourself on the concept. The key is to be flexible, but persistent.

Critical Chain Scheduling can be a very effective methodology, but all of management must be willing to learn to only focus on the finish date of the project, not the tasks, and use the buffer status reporting properly. Project managers must learn to alter their management style and approach when determining the status of the buffers within the project.

Learn to determine the appropriate project management tools and techniques and do not be afraid to alter some of the "defined tasks" to suit your situation once you understand the process, the organization, and your team members.

Greg Phipps ... is a father and husband; married to the same woman since 1974. He has been performing project management and business analysis for over 30 years in many different business environments.

Get $100 Per SEO Article - How to Become a Highly Paid SEO Writer

SEO copywriting is an exploding niche. There are SEO writers routinely bill $25 to $100 per SEO article, or more. So then, why are there so many freelance writers who still struggle and take on $3 per article article writing gigs? Because they lack the following:

3 Keys to Becoming a $100 Per Article SEO Writer

1. Marketing Skills: Many SEO copywriters go to job boards that list poor-paying SEO article writing gigs because they don't know how to market. Going to job boards is easy. After all, it's where many of the jobs are. But, the lucrative SEO article writing gigs can't be found on job boards -- you have to ferret them out for yourself. This means learning how to marketing effectively.

2. Confidence: Many writers lack confidence in their skills. Thus, they find it hard to negotiate with clients. When you know that you're good at what you do -- and especially in a high-tech niche like SEO -- you negotiate from a position of power. This means you command higher rates -- because you know you're worth it.

3. Negotiating Skills: Speaking of negotiating skills, keep the following in mind: clients pay not for the 400-600 word SEO articles you write for them, but for what those SEO articles do for their bottom line.

They may be selling a product or service that is worth thousands -- and using your SEO copywriting skill to do it. Many who hire SEO writers either don't have the time or skill to do their own writing. This means they need you as much as you need them. They're not hiring you, they're partnering with you. Always tune into this info when you're negotiating rates.

Haven't a clue as to what SEO article writing is? Read on.

What Is SEO Article Writing?

Basically writing articles with specific phrases that clients give you. FYI, SEO stands for search engine optimization. For example, if you owned a website that sold carpet, you would want a lot of articles with phrases like "carpet cleaning"; "carpet stains"; "carpet stores"; etc. on your site.

So, the client will email me and say, "May I have 3 articles with the keyword phrases (that's what these phrases are called) "carpet cleaning"; "carpet stains"; and "carpet stores". Make each article 400-500 words each, please.

You would write then write the articles on anything you want around these keyword phrases, ensuring that you repeat the keyword phrase at least 7-10 times. This helps drive traffic to the webmaster's site (it's called keyword density).

That's SEO article writing in a nutshell. And, there are millions of websites that need this type of writing. The amazing thing for those who know how to write this kind of copy (SEO writers/copywriters) is that there is very little competition because the field is so new.

Becoming a $100 per article SEO writer is not hard, if you learn how to market, have confidence in your skills and learn do some research on SEO (it's not rocket science, I promise!).

About the Author: Yuwanda Black is a freelance SEO writer and the author of How to Make $250+/Day Writing Simple, 500-Word Articles. Ms. Black says, "You can work from home as a freelance writer in your PJs, getting assignments via the internet. I do it every day." Learn more about how to start a successful career as a freelance writer.

Why And How Bamboo Enhance Your Life In Feng Shui

Bamboo is well represented and widely known in Chinese literature, art and poetry for many years. It is maybe the most popular subject in regards to Feng Shui. The Chinese Feng Shui believer claimed that by hanging it in office and home, they can cast off malign spirits as bamboo posses mysterious power. Bamboo can be used as a powerful Feng Shui antidote to bad "Chi" and can come in different form such as bamboo wind chimes, bamboo plant and bamboo flutes.

Bamboo grows easily and well in all parts of China and also in many other parts of the world. Hence, in Feng Shui, it symbolizes endurance, durability and longevity because it is always green and flourishes throughout the year. Having a clump of bamboo on the left hand side of your home or office can signify the dragon which is highly auspicious however if it is planted at the back of the house bamboo signifies solid support and would be especially lucky for those involved in business. If bamboo planted near the front of the home, bamboo can attracts auspicious Chi flows. Grown everywhere else bamboo represents longevity and good health.

There are lot of different bamboo to choose from. Select only those that have been acclimatized in your country. Choose smaller varieties if you do not have a garden or purchase a decorative bamboo that can be grown in small pots. You should prevent planting artificial stunted bamboo and do not allow bamboo grove to over-grown : neither would deemed to be auspicious in regards to Feng Shui. In the interests of Feng Shui always trim and cut off any old or dead growth from the bamboo plant of tree however if you find this too troublesome, you should go for slower growing varieties with tall leafy canes.

For further detail visit http://www.bamboofengshui.com

Make a Plan for Vacation Watering

Before heading out on that much deserved vacation, take some time to make a vacation watering plan. One tried-and-true method is to hire a responsible student to look after things for you, but there are also products and strategies for conserving and dispensing water while you are away that will make things easier for everyone all around.

Lets take a look:

- For small potted plants, self-watering probes like the Plant Sitter system are great. A ceramic cone is soaked in water and then inserted into the soil near the base of the plant. An additional water reservoir hangs on the side of the pot with a microtube connecting the cone to the reservoir. When the soil becomes dry, water is siphoned through the tube to the cone, and released into the soil. These probes automatically water when needed without any intervention or electrical controls.

- For large indoor plants, the Oasis watering system can water indoors for up to 40 days. It runs on standard 9V battery and does not require connection to taps or electrical outlets. Up to 20 potted plants can be watered using this system. A 6.5 gallon water reservoir is positioned above the plants. Tubes connected to water drippers are inserted into the soil at the base of each plant.

- Indoor watering kits with 45 x coil hose attaches easily to your standard house faucet and deliver fine mist to stream.

- Outdoor landscape drip kits and drip irrigation systems with controllers provide timed and regulated deep-root watering without supervision.

- Non-toxic crystals, like Terra-Sorb, absorb 200 times their weight in water and release the water as needed into the soil

- To minimize moister evaporation and over-drying, move indoor and outdoor plants away from direct sunlight and give them a deep watering just prior to your departure.

Leanne Tremblay is the successful publisher of Learn About Garden Irrigation, an information site about good garden watering practices, sprinkler and drip irrigation products, hoses, and rain barrels.

Home Staging with Feng Shui

Bottom line: it doesn't really matter whether or not you believe that Feng Shui methods are important to home decorating. When you get ready to sell your home, you'll find that employing Feng Shui practices can add perceived value to your home in a buyer's mind. Feng Shui ideas just might help sell your home faster, and for more money. In case you're not familiar with the concept of Feng Shui, here are some tips for incorporating it into your house.

First, engage the senses of potential homebuyers in as many ways as possible. To engage the sense of sight, make sure your home offers lots of horizontal space. That means keeping the tops of counters, dressers, and shelves as clear as possible. To engage the sense of smell, use cinnamon or pine scents, which have been proven to be more effective than vanilla or floral scents. To engage the sense of sound, place a pleasantly gurgling fountain near the front entrance or have gentle music playing.

As is the case with all home sales, first impressions are important, and Feng Shui can come into play at the front door of your home. Keep it clean, turn on front porch lights if the viewing will be after dark, place a nice doormat in the entry, and have flowers or lush plants on either side of the entryway.

To bring moving energy into the house, begin getting your own stuff out of the house to make room for the new owner's stuff. It not only sets in motion a powerful energy, but it also gives you a head start on your own packing.

Since the kitchen is the most important room in the house, as far as most buyers are concerned, spend extra time making sure yours is friendly and exudes a feeling of health and prosperity. Keep counters immaculately clean, organize your pantry, and keep all wastebaskets out of sight.

If it's possible that potential buyers might catch sight of a bathroom when they first enter your home, it's critical that you always keep the bathroom door shut. Its also important that potential buyers never see a toilet until they actually open the door and expect to see one. When they do inspect the bathroom, it's also critical to make sure the toilet lid is down. Both of these are powerful Feng Shui techniques for creating positive energy impressions.

Again, it doesn't matter whether you're a Feng Shui enthusiast or not. Using Feng Shui concepts can add perceived value to your home, which can mean a short selling time and a higher sales price--both of which are always appreciated!

Copyright 2006 Jeanette J. Fisher

Jeanette Fisher teaches home sellers five home staging principles to get their homes ready to sell. Free Home Staging information: http://homestaging.us How to "Prepare Your Home for a Top-Dollar Sale" with free 21 proven action steps: http://preparehome.com

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Outdoor Feng Shui

Many homeowners pay careful attention to designing the inside of their homes and forget to take a good look at the outside. What does the exterior of your home look like? Does it convey a feeling of success and wealth, or does it suggest a feeling of poverty and misfortune?

I recommend you go outside and pretend you're seeing your house for the very first time. How does it look? Is there paint peeling? Are there things to be repaired, cleaned, planted, mulched or trimmed? If so, that's negative energy. It's important to create positive outdoor energy to allow new "opportunities to knock."

In Feng Shui, your front door is known as the "mouth of chi." It's the most important part of your home because this is where the energy enters. Your front entrance must be inviting. Is your front door clearly visible or is there confusion on where to go? Is there a clear pathway to your door? Is it well lit? If you gave me directions to your house can I find it easily? Is your house clearly numbered? If your pathway is blocked energy can't flow in. Since the front door is known as the "door to opportunity" if your front entrance is uninviting, cluttered or blocked you might be having financial difficulties, poor health, unhappy relationships, or constantly have obstacles get in your way.

Here are some Feng Shui Tips to get you started.

A painted front door can uplift the energy outside your home and also dazzle your entrance. A green door symbolizes money, a red door represents good fortune, a purple door signifies spirituality and a gold door welcomes prosperity.

Welcome mats are great for welcoming friends as well as new opportunities to come your way. Or if you prefer, you can even hang a welcome sign on your door at eye level.

Placing plants and flowers at your front entrance in beautiful, rich-looking containers can give your porch a facelift. Just be sure to stay away from unfriendly cactus or plants with pointed, spiky leaves.

Wind chimes are great for circulating the energy outside your home. You can place them anywhere on your property. I have one on my front porch to keep the positive energy ringing in.

Water fountains are considered to be lucky elements outside your home. They can be placed in your front or back yard. Since flowing water is associated with money, abundance and prosperity, the water should always flow towards your house. Just make sure that the water stays clean and flowing.

By now you have a few Feng Shui ideas to get you started on sprucing up your outdoors. It's important to beautifully "dress" the outside of your home and have fun in the process!

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Stairways And Feng Shui

If you are looking for a new home, you may be thinking of the usual aspects of feng shui when evaluating potential homes - the shape of the home, where the various rooms are located, the prominence of your front door and entryway etc. However, one element that people often overlook is the stairway.

What does a stairway have to do with feng shui? Well, stairways are conduits of energy - that is, the energy you have created inside your living space travels along stairways. You will want to try to avoid homes with a couple of different stairway scenarios:

First, try to avoid homes that have stairways opposite the front door. In this scenario, the positive energy within your home will be flowing right out your front door, which can create a draining feeling in your home.

Second, a home with a spiral staircase can create energy challenges in a home. Energy moves along a spiral staircase in corkscrew fashion - this translates to a feeling of chaos in your living space.

However, if you find a home you like that has either of these features, all is not lost. There are ways that you can deal with either of these situations. If you have a staircase opposite a front door, you can place a mirror on the inside of your front door - a bagua mirror (an octagonal mirror with a painted frame) works especially well for this. A mirror will help to reflect the energy and keep it from flowing out of your home. You can also hang a crystal at the top of the stairs, which will help to retain the positive energy and keep it from flowing down the stairway.

If you are looking at a home with a spiral staircase, you can also use a hanging crystal to help calm the energy in this space. Also, try placing potted plants underneath the staircase - this will bring in the grounding element of earth and help to make the energy in that area more peaceful.

So while you don't have to let a challenging stairway situation keep you from buying a particular home, it is a good idea to keep feng shui solutions for this in mind while you are shopping for your next home, so that you will be able to deal with a stairway challenge if you find that a home is otherwise perfect for you.

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Thriving in a Feng Shui Kitchen

Kitchens represent the health and wellness of a family. It's where you are nourished through the food prepared there and through the nurturing of family connections. According to Feng Shui, an ancient Chinese philosophy of creating balance to improve wellbeing, the kitchen also represents a family's prosperity. The Chinese relate the nourishing power of the stove to the ability of family members to earn money. So, it's not far off to say that it's probably the most important room in a house.

Maximize the Energy Flow
Since kitchens have predominantly angular lines (from cabinetry to appliances) bringing in softer shapes and textures help to create balance. A round kitchen table creates more harmonious family interactions and allows the ch'i (or energy) to flow more freely throughout the room. Curtains, area rugs, and other fabric also add softness to the space.

Avoid Rushing and Stagnant Ch'i
Rushing ch'i occurs when the kitchen door and back door are aligned. If possible, move furniture or a large object, such as a plant, to force the ch'i to flow around the room. Stagnant ch'i - even more detrimental to a kitchen - occurs in dark corners and areas with dirt, piles of clutter, and stale odors. Fix these areas to keep the energy flowing in your family.

Maintain Cleanliness
For obvious reasons, it is important to keep your kitchen clean. Leftover food, crumbs and dirty dishes attract bugs, while spills can create a physical hazard. However, on a symbolic level, the dirt is attracting poor health and finances. So keeping your kitchen clean has a greater impact than you would think.

Incorporate the Color Green
Plants bring the message of vitality and life to a kitchen. Also consider incorporating the color green, as green - representing Wood energy - complements the Fire and Water elements, which are present in a kitchen.

Whatever you can do to improve the Feng Shui of your kitchen, the more your family will benefit in all areas of life.

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Maureen K. Calamia is founder of Luminous Spaces, a Feng Shui consulting firm based in Saint James, New York. From simple recommendations, to renovation and building projects, Maureen works with her clients to create spaces that promote physical and psychological health. Incorporating nature into the built environment, Maureen provides guidance on the use of layout, the five Chinese elements, objects, colors, materials, shapes and textures. Through the ancient principles of Feng Shui, Maureen restores balance and harmony. How an environment feels is just as important as how it looks.
Maureen offers a unique perspective in her work. By balancing her twenty years in a traditional corporate marketing career with her passion for studying Eastern philosophies and esoteric thought, Maureen has integrated her ideology into a thriving business. As a certified Feng Shui consultant, writer and a speaker at workshops and business meetings, Maureen works with corporations, non-profit organizations, small businesses and individuals who want their buildings to emanate positive energy for its clients, employees and inhabitants. Maureen teaches lectures and workshops on Feng Shui all over Long Island, including the New York College of Health Professions. She is a regular guest speaker at SUNY at Old Westbury, Long Island, NY. She authors a monthly Feng Shui column in Canvas LI Magazine (http://www.canvasli.com) and suite101.com. Maureen continues her study of Feng Shui, Space Clearing, eco-friendly products and systems, and related topics.

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Feng Shui - Property, Home, Land and Office Shapes

It can be said that the most important factor cited in opening up a restaurant or eatery is "Location, Location and Location". So is the concept of "Shape" when it comes to Feng Shui. In dealing with the advanced concepts of Feng Shui "shape" is not one small factor.
Rather shape is everything.

The shape of your block. Your house, your rooms and even your furniture play a most important component and together play a more than important part in the Feng Shui of your home, your abode or your working areas. Generally it can be stated that symmetrical shapes are considered most ideal. If on the other tack or side one considers the "L-shape" of a room - then the basis of the "L-Shape" can, will and does poses problems because at its very core the "L-shape" is unbalanced and incomplete. If and when you have not primary, basic, balanced shapes, you will need to look, think and ponder at how to balance these shapes. It's all at the beginning and basis of Feng Shui and the practice of Feng Shui.

In dealing with the shape of your land or property, wider on the northern and southern ends is considered to be best. If your block is not a true triangle then try to choose or even arrange your property lines so that the back is wider than the front or the converse that the front is narrower than the back end. What to do is this is not the case? First you might want to place a live plant or even a lamp in the very opposite corner if there is a corner portion that juts into your land. If there is planting space or soil around the offending corner then planting a hedge, hedges or even creeper plants up the walls to counter any of the sha qi offending energies that these corners might be emitting or generating. Lastly if your property of plot of land is based on a triangular shape then in order to fill out these corner areas in order that qi does not get trapped there.

When it comes to the shape or shapes of your home or office building then the wisest choice of all is basic rectangular shape. With simple rectangular shapes you can be assured that all rooms and their corner areas will be covered and not left exposed outside the basic areas of the flow of vital "qi". If you not fortunate enough and your home, abode or office structure does have "L shapes" then these missing corners again can again be covered with the use of trees or plants being planted in critical areas. A spotlight, lamp or even a skylight on the roof can be utilized. Alternatively mirrors can fill the void, or as an alternate the beautiful sound of wind chimes a be used to fill the voids.

In a similar manner rooms with L-shapes can be trouble. These can be enclosed with partitions, standing bookshelves or if necessary furniture itself or plants can be used to close the loop to shield and keep out negative sha qi.

If there is one word when it comes to shapes apparent in your rooms and their arrangement it is the word "symmetry". Symmetry means a whole by itself, and balance. Each room, each piece of furnishing, each accessory should call out by itself "symmetry".

The whole can never be greater than its parts. Work to choose furniture and accessories that are symmetrical in their own right. This way these components can both stand alone, build and contribute to the peace, serenity and arrangement of the rooms of your home, office or abode that you occupy. Feng Shui.

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Christian Meditation - A Call to Evangelical Leadership

As a community of Evangelical Christians, we have abdicated our role as leaders in the area of meditation. This is especially disturbing as seekers leave the Christian faith, looking for depth and meaning elsewhere.Meditation is one of the fastest growing areas of personal and spiritual growth. Recent estimates suggest 10 million Americans practice some form of meditation.

In my field of Behavioral Medicine, we teach the physical components of meditation and use guided imagery because of the positive impact on health.Studies show improvement in everything from anxiety, depression, and fibromyalgia, to immune functioning, cancer survival and heart disease.This should not be a surprise to us.Living in the way God has designed for us always results in our good!

But there is much more to meditation than the physical benefits of living in the paths He created for us.True meditation is resting in the presence of God, open to His transforming Word--an experience of power and depth.Meditation softens our hard shells.As we meditate, we become more open to experiencing the presence of God in our Bible study, and in our daily lives.We become more transparent, more fully present.

Christians have known and practiced meditation for centuries.From the Desert Fathers and Mothers to Contemplative Prayer, from Lectio Divina to practicing the presence-Christians throughout history have meditated as they deepened their walk with the Lord

Yet instead of celebrating the meditation of our faith, many Evangelical Christians react with fear or ridicule to any mention of the practice.Some fear Eastern and New Age influences.Some fear loss of control, or even openness to demons. The Catholic community does have groups teaching and practicing meditation, but it is hard for wary Evangelicals to move outside their denominational boundaries.Meditation, along with its many benefits, is relegated to "them, not us".

Instead of functioning as a path drawing people to Christ and nourishing their relationship with Him, meditation and guided imagery have become a path to Buddhist, New Age and secular teachers such as Deepak Chopra, Jon Cabat-Zinn and the Dalai Lama, who teach radical acceptance and lovingkindness, but with no true basis for love, no way to reconcile truth and goodness and the reality of sin.

We have abandoned the fullness of Biblical truth, and abandoned at least some of our role in sharing that truth.

In rejecting meditation, we reject the clear examples of the Bible. Throughout Jesus' ministry we see Him withdrawing for periods of prayer and meditation. Jesus spent at least one extended period of time on retreat, a time of solitude, prayer and meditation as well as fasting.We are told to "Be still, and know that I am God." The Psalmist thirsted for God's presence, and found it through meditation on His word.

Yet still we refuse.

In rejecting guided imagery, we reject large sections of the Bible.The much-loved 23^rd Psalm is a beautiful example of a guided imagery meditation. The Psalms are powerful and comforting because they guide us to Him with imagery which touches our hearts and speaks to our souls when we are in need.Yet guided imagery is considered dangerous, as if we were somehow tainted by the emotional connection it brings.As Christians, we should be using imagery in our own prayers and meditation, and also to connect with the hearts of those who are searching.

Evangelical Christians belong in the marketplace of current ideas. We have truth to share. Our Lord is the source of ultimate relationship and meaning.We have been given healthy physical pathways, and transforming interpersonal change, but we also have meditation made more full, the Breath of Life to deepen our own breath, to move us into ever deepening relationship with God.

We have the gift of the outstretched arms of the God of all creation who, "rich in mercy, because of the great love with which He loved us, even when we were dead in our transgressions made us alive together with Him".Who else can claim such a deep well of radical acceptance and loving-kindness?

We can go to the same restoring well Jesus drew on, as we walk with the Lord in prayer and meditation.We are called to live in the radical acceptance and loving-kindness of our grace-gifted acceptance by God.We have been given emotional comfort and healing through the guided imagery of the Bible.

We have a gift to share.Meditation is a part of that gift.How can we refuse to enjoy it?How can we not share it with those in need?

Dr. Deborah Kukal is a licensed psychologist who has been teaching health based meditation in a hospital setting for more than 10 years. She has engaged patients from virtually every walk of life in the successful and rewarding practice of health focused meditation.

Dr. Kukal is a committed Christian and dynamic teacher. In her retreats and workshops she reveals the scriptural basis of mind/body principles, and shows how you can apply those principles to your life to transform your brain, renew your spirit and delight your soul.

Dr. Kukal's Christian meditation CDs nourish your physical health and enrich your emotional life, as well as deepening your intimacy with the Lord.

To learn more about meditation, and try a free guided Christian meditation, visit Dr. Kukal at her website, http://www.joyofchristianmeditation.com

Allan Kardec

Go Green With Finances

The very first thing I want to say here is that we are not our debt, our house, our cars or all of the things we purchase; we are Moms, Dads, Daughters, Sons, Grandparents who are living the best life that we can with love and purpose. Debt is something that happened along that path.

So now we take that debt and look at it objectively and realistically and don't beat ourselves up about it; while at the same time we sort it out and figure out the best way to deal with it.

The most important thing to do is figure out where you can cut back on expenses on a daily basis, look at your daily expenses; and that goes for everyone in the family. Come up with all the daily "goodies" you can live without, make a list of them. Then list all your monthly bills and see what can be reduced, eliminated and modified. This should be a family affair so that everyone can see that everyone is modifying expenditures.

Start coupon clipping, take advantage of mid-week restaurant specials, shop for sales and specials, make your own lunches, use the library for books, videos and magazines, take shorter showers (set a timer), turn off lights, unplug not in use appliances etc etc, get low energy light bulbs, turn the air and heat down, organize errands, revamp cable service and phone service (maybe you don't need a land line); just look at all of your out go and as a family see where you can cut back.

Call all your credit cards and see if they will reduce their interest rates, or see if they have a zero interest rate promotion.

Vacation in your own yard and invite friends, neighbors and relatives over for a theme party and have everyone bring a dish that compliments the theme. Celebrate birthdays, anniversaries and other special occasions the same way and all together, rather than separate functions and going somewhere.

Check to see if you can downsize your car to something less expensive or more environment green. Ride your bikes more if you live in an area that works, bikes can be ridden to the store for last minute shopping items, to a friends house, to church activities and if not, encourage carpooling as much as possible.

Recycle as much as possible and turn in what is payable for cash and put it into an entertainment fund. Go to dollar night movies and eat right before you go so theatre snacking isn't a temptation.

Whatever you do don't panic or ignore it and hope it goes away, be realistic and aware. Know this does not make you a bad person to have money and debt issues, it is just something that happened while you were doing life and now you are going to become aware of it and figure out the best way to handle it, as a family together.

Darlene has researched, practiced and implemented many spiritual and personal growth paths: Crystal Readings for Vibrant Living; Feng Shui for personal tranquility; Sacred Movements for a disciplined life; Gentle Touch Energy Healer; Whole and organic food advocate-Food as Medicine; Artist of hand woven and beaded amulet basket necklaces. She resides in California in her own personal wellness center and sanctuary. She brings her wisdom, knowledge and spiritual self to you in all that she does. Darlene's mission is to teach and encourage individuals how to find and maintain their balance in mind, body, spirit connection, which brings peace, joy and prosperity into their lives. They learn how to experience the joy of balanced living. She accomplishes this thru her Crystal Readings for Vibrant Living and her Wellness Coach Program, which is offer to individuals and corporations. Receive her f.ree report "Learn 7 Ways to Manifest Abundance With Crystals" at Spirited Boutique

Darlene Siddons

Five Things You Should Know About Your Religion - Ask Yourself Some Simple Questions

Most of us are raised from children into adulthood, to believe in someone else's religion. Most of us never even got the chance to choose a religion or spiritual beliefs to follow on our own. I came up with a simple list of five things that you should know about your religion, or you shouldn't be allowed to practice it.

1. Where did your religion or spiritual beliefs originate from? You should find out who started your religion and why they started it. Some of the worlds major religions were started by intelligent people. Do you think it's possible that your religion was created by an intelligent person, instead of a supreme being or multiple gods. Someone's just trying to trick you into believing.

2. How did you get involved in your religion or spiritual beliefs? Was it part of your upbringing, did your parents suggest this religion to you, how long has your family been involved in your current religious beliefs. Was your great, great, great, great, great grandfather or grandmother part of this religion or spiritual belief. How far back does it go in your family?

3. Do you believe in your religious doctrine or scripture? Is there any parts of your religious scriptures, writings or communication from other fellow believers that doesn't sit right with you? Does every part of your religion makes sense and can it be explained sensibly to someone outside of your religion?

4. Do you practice what you believe on a daily basis? If you're supposed to read your scriptures or pray daily, do you? If your religion teaches love and compassion, how do you treat people less fortunate than yourselves? Are you one of those people who can justify your wrong doings, to yourself and others, to give them the illusion, that you are a religious or spiritual person.

5. Do you know where you are going after you die? Are you going to someplace wonderful and extraordinary, like heaven? If you had to earn enough credits or points, do you think you have acquired enough, to enter the next level of existence? If you're bad, are you going to a bad place, with all the other bad people?

Try to always keep one thing in mind do you use, religion and responsibly.

These are just some of the answers, that I sincerely believe most people should know about their religion or beliefs. You should be able to answer at least one of these questions if asked by a nonbeliever.

Greg Vanden Berge is a published author, internet marketing expert, motivational inspiration to millions of people all over the world and is sharing some of his wisdom with experts in the fields of writing,marketing, and personal development

Greg is currently working on a spiritual religious articles filled with great subjects on a wide array of topics, like religion, self help and spiritual changes in the world. His views on religious freedom are slowly changing the way people think about institutional religion

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