How to Overcome Emotional Abuse - 3 Steps to Success

Emotional abuse is present in certain relationships and is very damaging to the victim.Though there may be no bruises, being constantly ridiculed, put down, and made to feel incompetent or crazy causes a lot of long term damage.It is difficult to shake off the aftereffects of this "programming" by the emotional abuser, but recovery is possible.Here are 3 steps that can help you succeed at overcoming the emotional abuse you have walked away from:

1. Take care of yourself physically.As odd as it sounds, one of the first steps to emotional recovery is a physical one.Not only does the body's health impact the mind's, but the act of caring for yourself is a powerful affirmation that you are valuable and worth the effort of eating right, exercising, and taking supplements.Reduce your intake of junk food, and eat a lot of fresh vegetables, fruit, whole grains, and lean proteins.Work out regularly in a doctor-approved exercise program, emphasizing cardiovascular exercise if possible.

2. Spend as much time around supportive, loving people as possible.This may be friends and family, and/or could include a counselor or coach.Not only do you need to fill your social calendar and avoid isolation, you also need the counterprogramming that your loved ones can provide you.In the aftermath of an emotionally abusive relationship, victims will frequently carry around the messages of criticism and self doubt even after the relationship has been terminated.See you friends, and listen to them.

3. Honor your instincts.As you meet new people or interact on current relationships, begin to hone in on how they make you feel.Are you energized and positive when you spend time with this person?Or do you feel anxious, small or confused?These were likely the feelings you experienced when around your emotional abuser, but perhaps you tuned them out.Now is the time to pay attention to red flags, especially when you get to the point of meeting potential new relationships.

By the way, what is holding you back from making the best choices to achieve the life you deserve?

For a free copy of my ebook, "Strategies For Escaping Emotional Abuse", click here: http://www.stoptoxicrelationships.com/gifts-strategiesforescapingemotionalabuse.html

Shannon Cook is a personal coach and resource guide who has written a number of informative articles and ebooks on the topic of toxic relationships and "difficult" divorces, including the physical, emotional, practical and relationship components.

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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Religious Fanaticism and How Jim Jones Impacted on My Life

"To the extent the actions in Jonestown were viewed as a mass suicide, it is one of the largest such mass suicides in history, and the greatest single loss of American civilian life in a non-natural disaster until the events of September 11, 2001. One of those who died at the nearby airstrip was Leo Ryan, who became the only Congressman murdered in the line of duty in the history of the United States."

This is a quote from Wikipedia, you can find out a little bit more about Jim Jones by searching Wikipedia or the Internet.

It was November 18, 1978, I was in the 11th grade, living and Anaheim, California when I heard the news about a man and a group of followers that I would think about often throughout the rest of my life. I didn't know Jim Jones or any of the followers but their impact will leave a lasting impression on me for the rest of my life.

As a teenager, during a critical part of my life. I was always trying to understand things that the government, religious and world leaders were doing. Often very confused. I was confused about the life of Christ and couldn't quite get a grip on evolution and creation. I could always count on getting one thing from every person I had ever met, and that was an opinion, with very little factual information to back it up.

It was hard for me to imagine, that anyone would follow another mortal being the distances that Peoples Temple's followers had followed Jim Jones. I guess I could understand this in a supreme being or supreme race extraterrestrial beings, with magical powers and supreme knowledge of the universe. But a regular person, I don't think so.

I rarely watched the news on television and gathered most of my information from teachers and other students who I went to school with. There was an English teacher whom I was fond of and she let the class express how they felt, about what had happened and only then did I realize, this had actually happened. It was real.

I couldn't believe that people were this stupid. How could anyone commit suicide like this? I could understand something like this happening 500 or maybe a thousand years ago but in 1978, it's not possible. I started to get a better understanding as I learned more about Jim Jones and The Peoples Temple based in San Francisco, California. I could understand, that religion offers people hope and we all need a little bit, if not a lot of hope. Hope helps us get through our humdrum and boring everyday lives.

These people were hoping for a better life and when there was no more hope in sight and these people would be going back to live in America, with nothing (most of the people had given everything they owned to The Peoples Temple) I could understand this a little bit better but not clearly enough. When people have no hope or they feel like they're at the bottom of the valley, looking up at an impossible hill to climb, I could see where suicide becomes a viable option.

Looking at 9/11, most of the people that died, had hope. What happened in Jonestown Guyana was a lot different, most of these people did not have hope but all had a reason to live, but chose death. Was this actually their choice or were they so caught up in someone else's dream that they couldn't see reality anymore. There are still fanatical leaders today, causing pain and grief all over the world. Jim Jones was not the first and he won't be the last, make sure you're not one of the victims if this ever happens again.

Over 900 people died that day and I hope we never have to see something like this ever again.

Sir Winston Churchill - "A fanatic is one who can't change his mind and won't change the subject."

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. Check out one of his recommended books, You Can Have It All

Here's a question I would like you to think about, winning or losing with Christianity. Fanatical groups like Jim Jones are not a thing of the past, make sure that, what ever religious organization you are following is not leading you down the wrong path. Use common sense and if that doesn't sound right, it probably isn't.

Strengthening Your Faith with Bible Stories

Our minds are filled with the good and bad memories that we have experienced in our lives. Some of our memories can make us feel warm and loved, while some can make us feel lonely, unloved and resentful. Nevertheless, we all have to deal with our past. We became the person that we are now because of our past. Some of us cannot let go of past hurts, while others cannot even remember that past hurts occurred. Another interesting thing about our memories is that some things may trigger a flashback to another time in our lives.

I was helping with the coffee and donuts after our morning service at church just a week ago. I passed the classrooms where the children were having Sunday school on my way back to the kitchen area. I observed that one of the teachers had several children sitting in a circle around her and was reading Bible stories. I suddenly recalled the years when I was a little girl when I saw this scene. You see, I used to sit on my grandmothers lap while she was reading Bible stories to me. My grandmother died when I was fourteen years old. The memory and sensations of the time that I spent with her surrounded me that Sunday morning and made me realize that I have not thought about her very often in my adult life.

I have not read Bible stories or listened to them in many years because my husband and I were not blessed with children. I commented on this to our pastor that morning during coffee. I found out that there are many great books out with Bible stories in them that are geared for teens as well as adults through our pastor. He also offered to loan me one of these books. I was glad to accept his offer because I was excited to read those stories again.

The book I borrowed is divided between the old and new testaments. I have found that the words of the Bible have a great deal more meaning to me when I read them in story form. The adult version is similar to childrens stories because the passages that are taken from the Bible are created into a story that is easier to understand. This particular book also connects the Bible stories to the present day and age, so that the reader can apply them to everyday life.

My interest in reading the Bible has increased since I read that book. I always had the intention of spending more time in reading the good book, but I never seem to get around to doing it. Reading that book with adult Bible stories has given me a greater desire to do read the Bible more often. After all, that is the purpose behind having the books on Bible stories in the first place.

Morgan Hamilton offers expert advice and great tips regarding all aspects concerning Bible Stories. Visit our site for more helpful information about Children's Bible Stories and other similar topics.

Hoping To Enter Heaven

Aum Mantra For Mediation

Ahhhhh is the sound of God and can be used for meditation. Listen to this wonderful sound and try to find God in it.

Question Your Religion

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 religious help library 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.

Don Miguel Ruiz

Albert Einstein's Quotes

Imagination is more important than knowledge, try to figure that one out.

Seek the wisdom and the truth shall set you free.

Hope in Religion

Let God Handle It
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Make Money Online on Autopilot - Discover 5 Surefire Ways to an Automated Income Online

Making money online in itself can be a big challenge (it needn't me by the way). But for those who have success, many are just working no more than a 9-5 job from home. Plain and simply because they do not use using marketing methods and strategies that leverage their time.

In this article I am going to show you and elaborate on 5 methods and marketing strategies that will help you automate your income online. They are:

1. Video marketing.
2. Outsourcing your work
3. Pay Per Click Advertising
4. Take on affiliates
5. Use viral marketing

Now don't get me wrong, if you're new to making money online then at first you will need to invest time. But it is also important, early on, to build a foundation that insures long term stability. That's when you can set your business on autopilot!

So here they are:

1. Video marketing

This is not only a very powerful form of advertising your products or service but once you set up your videos correctly and they have "Great Content", then people will recommend your videos and you will get a huge numbers of views without you having to do anything. I cannot recommend them enough for anyone looking to leverage time in their business.

2. Use PPC Marketing

You may be doing this already but I want to be sure that I don't give their impression here that you can just set up campaigns and leave them running you will need to check and make frequent adjustments but using 'AdWords editor' this can be done very easily.

3. Use Viral marketing

This again is a very powerful method to expand your business and really does not take up a lot of your time at all.

4. Outsource your work

Don't for one minute think you have to master every skill in online marketing...very few people can. If you are struggling with one particular area e.g. website creation or copywriting then you MUST outsource that work, because it will save you so much time learning, failing, it will relieve you of a lot of stress and they will be doing to better than you anyway.

5. Use affiliates

Taking on a building a good relationship with affiliates is paramount to you growing a large business without it taking on lots of time. Affiliates will essentially do ALL YOUR WORK FOR YOU IF... you help them upfront and give them the best tools possible. I advice to be very generous to your affiliates on the front end even giving them as much as 100% on each sale, you will make more money on the back end.

6. (As a bonus) ...Use an Autoresponder!

I know a lot of people reading this know this already but how could I write this article without including this?

Simply answer...I couldn't!

Using an autoresponder is ESSENTIAL to any kind of lasting success online.

There you have it 6 ways to instantly automate your income online.

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My Parents Influence On Me

How to Make Money - The Stock Market?

The previous article, on how to make money, looked at the possibilities of real estate and didn't take long to crush that option for the time being. Now we can't just ignore the stock market, as if it had suddenly ceased to exist, but it would be insane to get anywhere close to that den of thieves. Nothing specific, but can you imagine putting your hard earned money in the hands of a broker who gets a commission whether or not you get burned? How good are investment advisers to you when even they are more lost than a cat on moving day? How solid is it when share prices can rise and fall 30% in one day? So much for long term growth.

Over very long periods, statistics can show healthy gains in the stock market. But there are many kinds of lies - and statistics can tell any lie you feel inclined toward!

The bottom line is that stock markets are driven by special interest groups and their media. Does it make any sense that company A's stock price can double one day, be halved the next, and double the following week? This is a hypothetical example, but illustrates the point very well. Company A didn't jump through flaming hoops, dive into a pool full of alligators, and then dry off in a furnace to deserve such wild changes in its inherent value. It all boils down to emotion and shaky perceptions. It's a feel good, feel bad market that owes no respect to logic. Sorry, if I offend - it just happens to be true that anybody who invests in the stock market at this time should be certified as insane.

UNLESS - you happen to be a member of the Porsche family! This is a good example of how powerful knowledge can be in the hands of the right people and applied with extreme intelligence. You may have seen in recent news that Porsche acquired a near 75% stake in VW of Germany and, for a short time Volkswagen was the number one company in the world. Porsche's intention is to eventually take full control over VW and the only remaining obstacle is German law that makes it more difficult to do so.

To put it simply, because I don't understand fully what they did, was to take options to purchase VW shares at future values, and they were astute enough to gamble on bargain prices, so when they closed each deal, enough profit was made to buy even more VW shares. Their success was so great that it snowballed into a buying spree and the rest of the buying market got left behind in the dust.

If you're that brilliant - get into the stock market - but I can't imagine why you read this far!! For the rest of us dear mortals, I say - look for something with great potential, but low entry costs and risks.

Goodbye stock market!

I'd say that the internet is one of the few high potential and low cost businesses out there at this time. Any conventional business just carries too much cost and risk. Would you like to work from home, not work, neither need three jobs? Would you like to learn how to start your own business and make money fast? How about making some money pretty quickly and then growing exponentially from there? GO check out a system some very clever people have put together that shows you how to make money internet - serious money on the internet. You've spent enough time reading this far - get over there - meet us on the other side and - good luck! You can do it and we can help you.

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

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

What Is A Exorcism

Ten Quickest Ways to Make Money - Easy Tips

Here are ten quick ways to make a lot of money.

* Invest your money in fast cycle investments. This is the easiest way to see your money grow in a very short span of time.

* Use your talents to earn money. If you are skilled in any particular area be it music, painting, writing, use it as a way to earn money.

* Try for online jobs. There are a plethora of options that are available in the internet. Search for jobs that fit your expertise.

* Try gambling. While this is fraught with risk, you do stand to win a lot of money if you can make some perfect moves.

* Marry into a rich family. This is by far the easiest way to have enough money for the rest of your life.

* Start a business. Think of an innovative idea that is sure to do well if used. However, do your research properly before you jump in.

* Sell your junk online. You can put up all the antique pieces or junk items that you own for auction at eBay and you will soon have customers lined up for your items.

* Try affiliate marketing. It is a simple way to earn money from your home. You will just be required to advertise the products company in your web and you can make good money out of it.

* Use the formula of leverage and compound to multiply your income. Buy any item at a price and sell it at double the price to maximize your earning.

* Ask for that raise that you so richly deserve. Or hunt for a better paying job. If you are into freelancing your services, charge more than before and very soon you will have more money coming in for the same amount of effort.

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Can You Make Money From a Blog?

Is it possible to make money with a blog?

Let me just start with, unless you have horseshoes up your butt, you are not going to make money off your blog right away. I'm not saying it's not possible, you might find a niche with no competition and high traffic...but the odds are against you.

Most people who start a blog, give up quickly. They either never initally launch it or worse, because it doesn't make money they give up.

Most successful blogs have been around for two years or more. And when you speak to these bloggers it's taken them that time to get traffic and a huge readership. They did not start over night as a success.

In fact when you talk to people like Darren Rowse at Problogger, he will tell you that he started his blog as a hobby. He also says that you shouldn't build a blog to make money initially, but as a hobby. If you are expecting to make money, you are going to be disappointed.

I'm not saying you can't make money on a blog. But the odds are against you. It's a constant battle of promoting your blog, and getting traffic to it. That and having highly valuable content. If your blog is just filled with Google AdSense, and ads, but no real content, you may get the traffic, but they won't come back.

To make money from a blog, you need to build foundation articles; reasons that people want to come to your blog. You add a value that they need, you give your readers hope. You provide them with something they are looking for.

Some bloggers say having pillar articles aren't important, but I differ. I think it's important to build a blog with a few strong articles. Hopefully these articles will create some link backs with other sites. Bigger bloggers might see your article and want to put it on their site. By doing this, they will give you a lot more traffic, and a market of readers you might not have gotten.

Another great way to get more traffic is to network. Join forums, groups, comment on other blogs with similar subjects. The more you publish your URL on sites, the more linkbacks you create, the more you are increasing your page rank.

I think submitting your link on popular blogs via comments is a great way to go. Even if they have no follows. (No follow means your link is not a trusted source and Google won't trust that link back, which doesn't help your page rank. Some blogs do have follow, which means when you link to them, your link is treated as a trusted source and helps your page rank.) I think commenting on no follow blogs is a good thing, because if 3,000 people are reading that blog article, that's 3,000 people reading your comment. And lo and behold, you are getting traffic you might not normally get.

Some people actually try to be one of the first to make a comment on a popular blog. The reason; everyone who reads that article and comments on it, is going to see that first comment. And perhaps that reader is going to click on your link. If your comment is witty and intelligent you have a higher chance of being clicked. Remember to actually read the post you are commenting on, and offer something of value. If your comment is generic and dull, you might not get the traffic you would if your comment added value, or was interesting. The odds that people are going to click on your link are increased when you appear intelligent and informed.

Writing an article and submitting them in free article databases is another great way to get yourself out there. Write 3 or 4, 300-500 word articles and submit them to as many free sites as you can. Just be careful to make your article informative and not a sales letter. If it's nothing but promotion, your article might be rejected. Also keep in mind when submitting articles, it takes them a bit of time to be published.

Well that's a few ways to get you started on making money. Remember to never give up, and at least once a day concentrate on promoting your blog. Submit links to everything you can, and always blog. The more blog posts you have, the more important google is going to think you are. How do you think some of the popular blogs got that way? They offer pages and pages of content. For you to build a readership, you need to do the same.

Feel free to publish this article as long as you keep the resource box intact.

Tressa Anderson
http://www.traffic101.org
Her blog: http://traffic-101.blogspot.com

Genie Of Your Mind

Do You Know How to Make a Miracle Happen?

According to the wiktionary dictionary, a miracle is "A wonderful event occurring in the physical world attributed to supernatural powers." Supernatural is described as "Something that is not of the usual. Something that is somehow not natural, or has been altered by forces that are not understood fully if at all." Understanding and using those forces in an appropriate way is the secret to make a miracle.

What is that force we're talking about? It has many different names that differ upon your background. The most commons are God, The Universe, The Energy or The Quantum Field. The label you put on this force is up to you. Choose what you feel comfortable with.

The law of attraction is the most referred way to understand and use those forces. It can be summed up in those five words: "Ask and you shall receive". How do I ask? By the most simple ways. First I laser target on my goal for a while to make sure I really want it more than anything else. I want to be certain that my goal is in harmony with my total belief system, my values.

Recently, I wanted to be part of a group but I couldn't find the money to pay the membership. I knew it had something to do with my values. I then listed my values and searched for incompatibilities. A long list of rules to follow came with the membership. It was knocking on my liberty and freedom values. I had to make a choice to either forget the membership and keep my values or change the importance of my values and give the priority to the membership.

The second step is to repeat a positive affirmation in the present tense about what you desire. Here is an example: I am so happy and grateful now that I receive (fill the blank). By saying that you are grateful in advance sets the tone to your subconscious mind that you already have your desire in this physical world. Feel the emotion that your manifested desire will bring you while you say it. Repeat this affirmation as often as needed until you have the absolute faith and confidence that your desire will manifest at the most appropriate time in your life. When you reach that level of confidence, just forget your desire. Let it go and create the next miracle on your list.

Now you know how to make miracles happen in your day to day life. It is a really simple process that you can use right now. Start with small things to build your confidence and faith in your abilities to create miracles. It is a skill that you can learn like anything else. Your results will amaze and empower you.

Do you want to manifest your desires and attract wealth? Click on the link to visit my blog. I review the books, DVD, seminars and websites that helped me understand how to make miracles happen with the law of attraction. http://how-to-make-a-miracle-happen.blogspot.com/.

Can One Person Make Big Changes

A Lily-of-the-Valley Affirmation to See the Goodness Where it May Seem to Be Hiding

Every flower uplifts, and each variety of flower offers its own, unique take on loving, uplifting energy -- perfect to turbo-charge an affirmation.

The energy of the Lily-of-the-Valley (convallaria majalis) is a pure dance of joy, delighting in the beauty of everything in the world around us. But this shining light can be a bit hidden, like the light under the bushel. It represents the light in all of us that we do not allow to shine fully -- and the light in others that may not be evident at first glance.

Sometimes this light may not even seem to exist in ourselves or others, but it always does. Always. Sometimes we have to be more persistent in our desire to see this light than others.

Thus, the Lily-of-the-Valley is a great flower to think about in relation to people or situations in your life that might not seems so wonderful on the surface -- where their goodness may seem to be hiding from you.

You can picture a Lily-of-the-Valley superimposed over any person who seems to be difficult in your life. Allow yourself to see the light and goodness shining out of each of the little bells as a part of that person. The light is there, always. It is just a matter of adjusting our eyes/our thinking to see it.

And, when we do that extra work, to see the beautiful light and goodness that IS in ourselves and others, we feel the joy of their cheerful dance.

A Lily-of-the-Valley Affirmation:
I always see the goodness in myself and others, and even if it takes a little effort -- it is worth it.

Katherine C. H. E. is a Flower Energy Consultant and Flower Meditation Coach. She helps empower her clients to take charge of their own well-being to empower themselves - with flowers - to live the BEST LIFE POSSIBLE.

Check out her website http://www.KatherineCHE.com for meditation audio (including some free downloads and meditations designed specifically to help to uplift in different ways). For more information, go to her website: http://www.KatherineCHE.com

Copyright, All Rights Reserved, Katherine C. H. E.

Listen To Your Own Advice

What Is Santeria?

In order to understand Santeria I have defined a few of the terms that are extremely important if you wish to learn and or fully comprehend this Afrocuban culture.

By definition Santeria is A combination of religious traditions or beliefs that combines a similar African traditional religion. Santeria originated in the country of Cuba and Brazil. This religion is a combination of the traditional Yoruba faith and the worship of catholic saints.

Yoruba's are members of a West African Community based in the region of southwest Nigeria whoa are active members of the practice of Santeria. The Yoruba people pray and service the Orisha: An Orisha or as others may call it Orisa/Orixa is spiritual being or presence that is interpreted as one of the manifestations of GOD (Olofi) within the Santeria Religion or faith.

In order to determine who will be your crowned Orisha if this is the path that you choose to take, one needs to get their Guerreros or Elekes (collares) there are two sets of warriors (one form the babalaos) and the other from santeros meaning that the elegua that you get from the babalao is exu and the santero is elegua. The marking of the head can be done when you receive your mano de orunla, it is advised that the person who is doing such should already have Godparents. I have heard some people go and receive orunla with out having elekes , which would mean that they don't have any godparent representation, normally this is not very recommended.

For information and to learn more about this African based culture please visit MySanteria.com a Social network that will allow you to meet many Santeros from around the world that will introduce you and answer all of your questions.

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Programming Yourself For Success

Cause and Effect

Newton has described for the physical universe a very simple concept which has opened the door to much understanding. That is the law of cause and effect, which states that for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction. The same holds true for the spiritual universe, that for every thought word or deed we create, there is an equal and opposite reaction. The Christians say "as ye sow, so shall ye reap". In the east it is known as the law of karma.

If you drop a pebble into the center of a big bowl of water, you will see that ripples go out from the source. What you may not have noticed is that when the ripples reach the end of the container they go back towards the center. You get what you give. What goes around comes around. If you plant a daisy seed you will get a daisy. If you plant an oak you will get an oak. You will never get an oak from a daisy seed and you will never get a daisy from an oak seed. It is really no mystery. Is it? We each understand this, and we each know exactly what will be the results of our efforts or lack thereof.

When I begin to understand this law of cause and effect, I realize that there can not be an effect without there first having been a cause. If I am seeing the effect of sorrow in my life, for example, I now begin to recognize that I have been the cause of that sorrow. I am the pebble to which those ripples are returning. Previously we had laid blame every where else but with me. We said "I'm sad because he said this" or "I'm upset because my bank account has plummetted", or "I'm angry because I got fired" or my dog died" or "I have cancer" or whatever have you. When I assign blame in this way, I effectively give all my power away. When I attach my happiness or well being to things that fluctuate I will continue to ride the roller coaster of happy and sad, peaceful and angry. Round and round, up and down, how many times do you really want to go around on this ride? Aren't you getting sick by now?

If I can only be happy if he's nice to me, I may have a long wait. If I can only be happy if my dog comes back to life, good luck! There will continue to be obstacles in life till the end. This is guaranteed. I can not change this. What In can change is the way I see them. I must learn to see them from up above. To see the whole picture is only possible from up above. If I remain immersed below I will suffer needlessly. When you are high up in an airplane, in every house below there are battles being fought. Men are beating there wives, children are hungry, people are suffering loss and dealing with a multitude of troubles, but I remain seated comfortably in the plane. I fly above and past them with ease. Even if a raging forest fire is below me, I fly over it without so much as feeling the heat. If huge thunder clouds are up ahead, what does the pilot do? He flies even higher. He rises above them. The scenes are quite different from up above are they not? Understanding the law of cause and effect I now begin to take my power back.

Sometimes when people first begin to understand this law they think, hopelessly, "Well, great, everything that's happening in my life is because of something I've done in the past, so there's nothing I can do about it." It is true that a great deal of patience, tolerance and inner fortitude is required now that was previously missing, however if my past thoughts have created my present state, then equally my present thoughts will create my future. Change your thoughts; change your world.

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Bhavna has studied metaphysics for more than 35 years and has been a Raja Yogi for more than 13 years. On the teaching staff of the Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University (BKWSU), she is the director of its Delray Beach branch, The Transformation Station, in Florida. She travels to the BKWSU headquarters in Mount Abu, India on a yearly basis for advanced training. She also travels to London, Oxford and New York for further training as well. She goes into the local community to speak at varying venues including libraries, bookstores, and in the prison system. Her practical and down to earth approach to deep matters coupled with her sense of humor help to make her a most enjoyable and enlightening speaker, teacher and author.

Missing Years Of Jesus

Prophecy - Second Heaven Authority III

The fact that God favors a just man or woman (Proverbs 12:2) is one of the principles of the Kingdom of God. That favor with God and or man is assured because of your relationship with God through faith in His Son the Lord Jesus Christ. Victory is promised to you over bad experiences, fear, negativism and needs which are bringing pressure on you. However, experiencing God's favor is directly related to your understanding of His favor and knowing how to release it into your circumstances. This favor is a powerful Key that will unlock the blessings of God over your life. The office of the prophet or the prophetic gift can not operate on a high level without this Key. This article will show you what you can do to release His favor.

Jesus came that we might have a full, meaningful, purposeful abundant life. (John 10:10). If you have been following these Second Heaven Authority articles you will realize that the Second Heaven is a spiritual place between what we call the natural sky/universe(First Heaven) and the actual dwelling place(Third Heaven) of God in Heaven. This spiritual place is where demonic principalities operate from. It is also the domain through which Holy Angels from God's Heaven travel back and forth from Heaven to earth. Strategically, it is important then for you as a Believer to realize how declaring God's favour for you and walking in it will block the oppression that filters down to earth from the Second Heaven. Your words and declarations have great authority in the Second Heaven if they are in alignment with God's Word and are spoken in faith.

Out of necessity this kind of article must contain scripture references to establish authenticity, so I have indulged in the following scripture verses to anchor this truth. Read them carefully because they are reinforcing the fact that God looks at you with great favour. That favour will influence the outcome of many of life's difficult battles if you embrace these truths.

Let me first establish the fact that God does have favour for all those that trust in Him:

Psalm 86:15 But thou, O Lord, art a God merciful and gracious, Slow to anger, and abundant in loving kindness and truth.

Matthew 17:20 He said to them, "Because of your little faith. For truly, I say to you, if you have faith like a grain of mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, 'Move from here to there,' and it will move, and nothing will be impossible for you."

Genesis 39:21 But the LORD was with Joseph and showed him steadfast love and gave him favour in the sight of the keeper of the prison.

Psalms 27:14 Wait for the LORD; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the LORD!

Proverbs 8:17 I love those who love me, and those who seek me diligently find me.

Proverbs 8:18 Riches and honour are with me, enduring wealth and righteousness.

Proverbs 8:19 My fruit is better than gold, even fine gold, and my yield than choice silver. These verses from the Book of Proverbs concern the wisdom of God which in turn releases His favour.

God causes even a man's enemies to be at peace with him. (Proverbs 16:7) The benedictions of the Bible are that God's face shines on you. (Psalms 80: 19)

How do you implement these truths? It is your confession that turns the tide from defeat to victory. You must believe in the heart and confess with your mouth (Romans 10:10). The knowledge that God's favour rests on you is activated by the words of your mouth which releases the evidence of those blessings.

It is what comes out of the mouth that defiles us (Matthew 16:18) But if God says we have favour, we must confess it even in the face of impossible circumstances.

Now remember, God blesses you not out of obligation but out of love for you. However,that love obligates Him to you. Here is how you can implement this Key in your life. Doing this will cancel the powers of those demonic principalities that live in the Second Heaven. Doing this will prevent them from hindering, stopping or stealing the blessings of God from you.

Make a list of all God's promises pertaining to your concerns whether a need for a job, marriage difficulties, or whatever. Begin to confess God's favour according to the promises. God's promises are yes and amen. ( 2 Corinthians 1:20)

As a child of God, you can confess God's grace on you and that you will flourish and prosper.

(Proverbs 14:11, Psalms. 84: 11, Psalms 92:12)

God's condition is that you do not regard iniquity in your heart. If so, He will not hear you. (Proverbs 66:18) If you have unconfessed sin in your heart then deal with that and proceed from there.

In your prayers begin to praise and thank God for His favour. Rebuke fear, doubt and faithlessness. Release in the name of Jesus, God's favour. Begin to change your thinking. To be transformed requires having one's mind renewed. Search His word for what God says about His favour for His Sons and Daughters. Partner with the Holy Spirit in this so that His favour increases in your life. When God smiles at you great blessing comes to your life. Every need is met for all things are possible with Him.

Keith A. Paul has many years of Minstry experience and is an Author. He is used in the gift of prophecy, dream interpretation and words of knowledge which are gifts of the Holy Spirit. He currently lives in Abbotsford B.C. Canada. He travels internationally speaking and imparting the supernatural works of the Holy Spirit. To receive Keith's free Prophetic Words, free Dream Interpretation or purchase His E Books please visit http://www.restorationplaceministries.com

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Psychologist Tells the Truth - Part 1 - Change is Hard

Having been in practice and consultation for over two decades, I'd like to give a little back, or pay a little forward. My plan is to share some of what I have I learned about psychology and people, particularly about what really works and what really doesn't when it comes to personal and relationship change.

The first reality is that change is hard. Most of the time people coming into my office are not saying, "The reason I'm here doc, is to learn what I can do to get better results in my life." What people are usually asking is, "Doc, how can I keep doing what I'm already doing and get different results? Or, "How can I change other people so that I can have a more enjoyable life?" The most critical step in successful therapy is what is clinically called "self focus." Self focus is when the person seeking change pulls back the energy he or she has invested in changing others and re-invests that energy into changing himself or herself.

Accepting that the only person we can change is ourselves, isn't easy. The most common way we respond to anxiety is to blame someone else. "I'm depressed because you aren't affectionate." "I'm angry because you were late." "I have no self-confidence because my parents were cold people." See how easy those phrases roll off the tongue? We are used to blaming others. We are accustomed to thinking if we traded out our spouse or our families, we would automatically be happier. Self focus is step one of improving your life. And it's a very big step.

Barbara Rice DeShong, Ph.D.
A Psychologist on the Loose
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10 Tips To Help Live With ME

I know a young lady who has ME, Myalgic Encephalopathy. She has had it for many years but is now living a full, wonderful and enjoyable life. Through coaching, we came up with the following 10 tips to help people with M.E.

1. Imagine a life with energy and health

2. Make friends with your ME, accept it and ask yourself how you can move on with it

3. Ask what ME has given you and what have you learnt from having it.

4. Recognise the 'stopping' steps. That is when it is time to recoup the energy by relaxing and be happy that it can be recognised. When it is recognised, remember to accept it and embrace the relaxation and know that this relaxation is 'recharging your batteries'.

5. What strategies can you put in place that will enable you to do more or recharge your battery of life and happiness?

6. Remember one person's ME is not the same as another

7. Be prepared for the journey, there is no quick fix just small stepping stones which are giant achievements

8. Be happy with small journey goals - they will get better, remember from small acorns big trees grow.

9. Find someone who will support you but challenge you.

10. Listen to your body - be mindful of it and respect it.

These are just a few tips to help you or someone you care about with ME. Perhaps if you have any further tips, you can let me know by contacting me personally.

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"Forever Sentimental, Vol IV - The Game of Hearts" By Kenyatta - Book Review

"Forever Sentimental Vol. IV" offers 67 valuable life lessons divided among four chapters covering different topics. Interwoven between each of the life lessons are beautiful, poignant poems that reflect upon the chapter. Some of the poetry pieces are beautiful love poems; others are reflective of painful relationships. They are all very stirring.

As a single person who exited an unhealthy relationship less than five months ago, I really found the lessons to be incredibly valuable. Kenyatta reminded me that I should expect to be respected, love and valued in a relationship that is moving forward. I know that this sounds like common sense, however, as he mentions in one of the life lessons, most people put on a very good front at the beginning of a relationship. When my ex-boyfriend started to revert to his true self, I was caught off guard and blamed myself for the decline of the relationship. Through "Forever Sentimental Vol. IV," I gained a great deal of information that helped me to understand issues that contributed to my marriage failing, issues involving making poor decisions in choosing partners in my next relationships, what to look for in a healthy partnership, and what to look for in my next potential boyfriend. I really need to take the time to get to know my next potential mate. Establishing a friendship first is incredibly important in seeking a healthy partner.

While I am at a point in my life that I am fine with being single, I cannot wait to apply these lessons to current relationships in my life, and to the future ones. While the focus is on emotional relationships, the lessons can also be used to apply to friendship and family members. As I was reading through the lessons, I saw ways that I should have handled certain personal situations in my past that would have been assertive and self-respecting. I feel so empowered now!

Kenyatta presents a wealth of information for people at every stage in relationships, from a single person seeking a new mate, to someone in an unhealthy relationship, to someone who wants to add more to a good partnership. There is not one person who will not benefit from reading this because above all it teaches you to value yourself first. Kenyatta presents everything in a very caring manner. The warmth of his personality reaches out and touches you through the pages of "Forever Sentimental Vol. IV." Do yourself a favor and read this book!

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Panic Attack Self Help To Overcome Anxiety

A panic attack embodies an abrupt rush of disconcerting physical symptoms, wedded to thoughts of impending ruin; this may create symptoms such as making a scene, having a heart attack, or not being able to breathe. While your first panic attack may have a distinct trigger, further episodes can be unpredictable in terms of time or space.

A true panic attack includes actual physical distress in the form of fast heartbeat, shortness of breath, a confused state, faintness or lack of concentration. Not all of these symptoms need be present to represent a panic attack. Once someone has had several panic attacks they may become fearful that this will overtake their life.

He or she may hesitaB1Bte to be alone, to venture far from home, or to be in public places. Even when not experiencing an anxiety attack, the person with these attacks often becomes increasingly nervous and apprehensive. He or she attempts to remain physically and psychologically tense in preparation for the next attack.

This Panic Attack Self Help Program will teach you self-help skills you can use to overcome panic attacks. You will learn how to handle your worries about symptoms and how to control the symptoms themselves. Then you will discover how to venture out into the situations that you once avoided.

Part of panic attack self help is to learn about different types of medications available. You need to find out how to work with your doctor and figure out and manage any possible physical causes that are increasing symptoms. If you sometimes think about things that are bothersome or unwanted, or feel as if rigidly following routines are the only way to cope with stress, you could be one of millions who have obsessive-compulsive disorder.

It may be as mild as doubting whether you turned off the iron before leaving the house, or it may be as severe and disabling as washing your hands for hours each day. But whatever its degree, it is upsetting, distressing, uncomfortable, and can disrupt your life or destroy your most important relationships. So learning panic attack self help becomes important. Self help book and anxiety control books can be of good help.

Panic attacks involve both physical and emotional symptoms, including sense of doom, heart attack, difficulty breathing, increased heart rate, dizziness, and confusion. The first attack is usually triggered by something specific, but subsequent attacks can occur anytime. Episodes like this can leave a victim feeling helpless, alone, and always anxious. Fortunately, our Panic Attack Self Help Program is there to help. You will learn how to deal with your symptoms and eventually be able to conquer situations that once triggered attacks. Attacks can be decreased or overcome by thoroughly studying our self help book and anxiety will diminish over time.

Questioning Your Religion - Movie Video

Are you one of those who believed in your religion wholeheartedly and never has doubted it. Watch this video to gather some more information about questioning your religion.

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Production Goals - Decrease Time to Convert Customer Orders to Delivery

Productivity in business is crucial to profit potential and those companies that can do maintain high levels of productivity have a huge advantage in the market place. Most of the process experts that study the game concentrate on the flows of business and generally the science of process flows and productivity has been in manufacturing process.

However, today we see with many new types of businesses that do not have any manufacturing, but they still must find inefficiencies in their business model and delete them. One of the areas that website based sales businesses need to specifically look at is the time it takes to take a customer order and convert it into the delivery process; i.e. make it ready for FED EX, UPS or US Mail pickup.

Every step a company can eliminate between the order process and the delivery is a huge time saver and that equates to labor cost savings, happier customers and higher profits. Many software companies that specialize in CRM put out rather lengthy reports and white papers that essentially prove this, still, it is important for all companies and industries to consider this, not only those companies that the trade journals or white papers discuss.

So, next time you wish to increase your profits through increasing your production goals, perhaps you might stop and consider the very basic elements of your business model and not merely the manufacturing process or material flows into the company. There is a whole lot more to increasing production and efficiency than manufacturing, so please consider this.

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Create a Daily Writing Plan

I used to tell everyone that I was an author, speaker and consultant. I found that the two latter items were easy to deal with but my writing seemed to be here and there with episodes being too far apart. I had to do something to make sure I was not going to lose my touch with the written word.

Yes, I could dictate my thoughts and have them translated - that would certainly give me more materials to work with but somehow I did not feel like I had actually written anything. I felt that I was betraying my trade even though I was able to accomplish more in the area of information products. I needed to find a solution that would allow me to create more product yet still give me the opportunity to keep on writing. The saying is that if you stop using it, you will soon lose it. Writing certainly can fall into that realm.

I often use the three word technique for practicing my writing. I try to describe a scenario in three words (usually the scenario is from the past week). I keep a journal of three word descriptors so I can choose one at random each day. A three word scenario might be words such as warm, rocky, ocean or dessert, publicity, media - just three words to remind me of something I did or was involved with. It does not have to be complicated. However, it does take practice coming up with the three words.

Since my venue for writing short articles is EzineArticles.com, I go back and use the three words to talk about meaningful experiences that others may be interested in hearing about. For example, the three words I am using for this article are: practice, daily, expertise. You could probably write something using those words as well.

What you really need to do is build in some time everyday to keep up the writing. For you it could be an article or it could be a couple of pages of that book you are in the process of writing. Whatever you are doing for writing, do something everyday and you will accomplish a great deal at the end of each week, month, quarter or year. If you write one page a day, you will have written 365 pages or a whole book!

Bette Daoust, Ph.D. is a speaker, author (over 170 books, articles, and publications), and consultant. She has provided marketing, sales, business development and training expertise for companies such as Peet's Coffee & Tea, Varian Medical Systems, Accenture, Avaya, Cisco Systems to name a few. Dr. Daoust has also done extensive work with small businesses in developing their marketing, training, and operational plans. You may contact Dr. Daoust at http://BizMechanix.com. You may also view her latest publications at http://BlueprintBooks.com. Dr. Daoust also writes for the National Networker http://theNationalNetworker.com

Container Gardening - The Essentials of Growing Plants Indoors

Although the art of indoor gardening is not dry climate specific, the subject is particularly relevant to us arid country gardeners, as there's often greater scope for "going to town" in doors, than out. Growing plants indoors requires adopting a number of techniques which are different from those the home gardener may be used to when working in the outdoor garden, although there are things in common between the two. So here are some general points on the subject.

The principles of good design are the same whether indoors or out. Simplicity, variety, scale, balance, unity and emphasis, are issues that have to be addressed. Just as landscaping elements such as raised beds or water features are as an integral part of the outdoor garden as ornamental plants, so are the pots and containers one uses in the sitting room. Try to invest in decent looking pots and don't save money by buying plastic containers. Would you buy a plastic table for the sitting room for instance?

What are the differences then? These become apparent when one examines what plants need for healthy growth. Plants require adequate light in order to perform the most basic, energy creating function of photosynthesis. Plants that can be grown indoors are those that can tolerate low-level light intensity. There's no point trying to grow a rose bush in your living room! Therefore, the placing of your plants is crucial. Remember that the light levels drop exponentially the further the plant is from the window. In places without natural light, it's necessary to provide at the very least, the light of two 150 Watt bulbs.

All plants require water of course. Less obvious but no less crucial is the fact that the roots also require adequate oxygen for respiration. There are two main factors which determine whether the plant has access to the right balance between the two: One is the potting soil in which the plant grows and the other is the way the plants are watered. Never use ordinary soil in a pot. Always use an artificial potting medium. They are readily available at plant nurseries. Secondly, irrigate till excess water flows out of the drainage hole and then wait until the top 2 cm or so of "soil" have dried out before the next watering. The term "over watering" does not refer to excess water draining away, rather to a state whereby the potting mixture is perpetually saturated because of over frequent irrigating. Furthermore, watering to excess prevents an unhealthy salt build up in the soil, by the periodic leaching of the salts. This rule of thumb method holds good for most plants.

Plants grown in pots are absolutely dependent on fertilizer as a source of the mineral nutrient essential for their development. Excluding flowering plants perhaps, (which are not easy to grow indoors anyway) an annual feed with a 12 month slow release fertilizer is often enough.

So what plants are worth buying? The range of flowering plants is very restricted. African Violets are difficult to maintain beyond a year or two. Poinsettas are reasonably easy to grow. In my opinion, its better to create form and color interest by use of foliage plants such as Epiremnum Shefflera, Dracaena, Spathipyllum (also provides white flowers) and Aglaonema. For vertical emphasis one can try Ficus benjamina,(never to be planted out doors because of its aggressive roots) and palms such as Chamaedorea. Ferns, such as the mainstay Nephrolepis are effective when massed. They are particularly sensitive to the lack of humidity caused by heaters and air conditioners, so remember to spray them with water regularly.

An alternative method to ordinary containers (i.e. containers which allow water to drain out) is the hydroponic method, where the plants are grown in a sealed container. A specific water level is maintained in order to create the necessary balance between air and water. The primary drawback of hydroponics is the initial expense involved. However the ease of maintenance, especially regarding watering and feeding is such, that growing indoor plants hydroponically is well worth considering.

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How to Grow Chilies

How to Grow Chilies? Warning! Not only are chilies hot, they require love and attention, and whilst hardy they do need regular care. Ideally sown in January or February but can be sown year round if you have the right climate or grow them indoors.

Chilies require ongoing warmth for the best results. Some people do grow the outside in soil once the younger plants have developed, but I have found that for best result they just love compost and a nice greenhouse. Most chili seeds have a very good initial rate of germination. Regular feeding with a good fertilizer throughout their life will reap benefits.

Sowing and planting your chili seeds. If you have one sow your chili seeds in a propagator (if not a nice warm south facing window ledge will do). To save money I use plastic food trays, washed out and filled with good compost.

Punch holes in the bottom of the trays first and then water the compost heavily. Some people recommend that you sow them an inch or so apart but to be honest I find the scatter gun approach works the best. Then simplysprinkle a light layer (3mm) of damp compost over the chili seeds. You can start the propagator off in a dark room (under stairs cupboard is ideal) to generate accelerated chili growth. Once the seedlings have shooted to around 2cm then you canbring them out of the propagator. Again keep them in a warm area and keep the compost moist. When the chili plants are around 5-6cm high then move them into small individual pots filled with damp compost, ensuring you bed them in well. Only put one chili plant in each pot. I tried 2 per pot, and one kills the other, yet with 1 per pot all my chili plants survived.

Once the chili plants are around 6 inches high, then either place them in large 9 inch pots or save money and do what I do and place 6-8 plants in 1 grow bag!

Now chilies are hardy, yet they need love, ideally to keep them warm you should erect a clear plastic cover over them. As they grow they will need support and they do not like lots of wind. They do like sunny positions and to be kept moist but not over wet (if the chili plant leaves go yellow then stop watering for a few days until they go green again.

You can pick the first chilies when they are green, the smaller they are the hotter they are! Harvest the chilies with a sharp knife, never tear them off or the plant will be damaged.

Storing chilies? Well you can either use them fresh as they are, or they will keep in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. If you want them to last for ages then dry them out in the sun on a window ledge. Then store them in a plastic container and you should have enough chilies to see you through winter!

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Choosing the Correct Salt

Salt is essential for human life - it enhances the flavor of food, preserves food, helps to regulate and control normal body functions, and acts as a building block for more complex chemicals. Salt supports potassium absorption, enhances carbon dioxide transportation, regulates body fluid levels, and is an essential component of digestive acids. There are four commonly used types:

1) Table salt. This is the most commonly used type. Also known as refined salt, it is a fine-grained and produced from either rock salt or sea salt. It often contains added potassium iodide, a dietary supplement that promotes thyroid gland function, and is then labeled as iodized. Table salt is refined, containing nearly pure (96% or greater) sodium chloride. It contains anti-caking compounds (aluminum silicate, calcium silicate or magnesium carbonate) to make it pour easily and resist humidity, dextrose, bleaching elements, and other chemicals.

There is a large body of evidence which suggests that the health of our thyroid gland can be maintained with the iodine which occurs naturally in our foods via the soil foods are grown in. A problem with anti-caking chemicals is that while they prevent water absorption in the salt to keep it from clumping, they also interfere with the absorption of water in your body.

2) Sea Salt. This is produced from the evaporation of sea water. It contain a lower percentage of sodium chloride than table salt, significantly more potassium chloride, and no less than 82 other beneficial natural minerals. These minerals are essential to our health - a calcium, magnesium, or zinc deficiency permits sodium to accumulate in the body tissues.

Natural, unrefined, hand-harvested sea salt still has the same flavor it had when it was first removed from the ocean. It is free of drying agents, free of chemicals for anti-caking, and without added iodine.

3) Rock salt. This is produced from deposits of salt that are the remains of inland seas which evaporated thousands or millions of years ago. It forms in very large, chunky crystals, as opposed to the small crystals seen in table salt. These larger crystals normally have a grayish color because it's not refined. Some pink salts, such as the salt harvested in the Himalayas, get their color from calcium, magnesium, potassium, copper and iron. Others contain carotene from salt-tolerant algae and are more peach-colored.

Interestingly, salt is the only rock or inorganic material eaten by humans. Many people prefer rock salt to other types because the rock salt was deposited before humans created any pollution in the oceans. Rock salt and unrefined sea salt are commonly used in gourmet cooking, where top chefs do not tolerate anything may introduce unwanted subtle flavours.

4) Low or lite salt. This is a salt that is even worse than any other. Used by people who wish to lower their intake of sodium, it normally consists of refined table salt blended with up to 50% potassium chloride. Unfortunately, excessive potassium is also harmful to your health as excessive sodium, and furthermore, potassium chloride leaves a distinctly bitter aftertaste.

Salt consumption is not the clear-cut issue that some health authorities would have us believe. There is no recommended daily allowance for because it is overly plentiful in natural food sources. It is when we introduce processed foods into our diet that our salt intake rises to alarming and dangerous levels.

Whether you use sea salt, table salt or some other type of salt, most experts recommend between 1,500 and 2,300 milligrams of sodium a day for healthy adults. While the additives in table salt have not been shown to be harmful to health, there is no evidence to suggest that these additives are beneficial to your health either. There is no doubt that the healthiest choice is to cut down on your intake of additives.

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Looking for a New Home or Property - Incorporate Good Feng Shui

Looking to purchase or upgrade to a new home or abode? Consider, incorporate and move long the riverflow of Feng Shui.

When you are considering upgrading or revamping to a new home look for a location that fits with the natural landscape and landscaping. Very simply put if you have to do major renovations to your property - then you are going to interfere and cut into your land's natural energy as well as your properties symmetrical and balanced energies.

If at all possible, choose a house that is high on a hill, without super tall trees and with plenty of natural wildlife - such as songbirds and chipmunks. Unless you are living in a prairie try to be on that higher ground - or at least on the higher side of the street, avenue, road or lane. All in all your property will have more lifeblood, prosperity yet privacy and ultimately good luck and karma.

In terms of real estate and real estate agents and vendors always stress the following concerns and points when searching for that "perfect home".

First that the block should be rectangular. Bays and coves are just not that good when it comes to Feng Shui home considerations. If a rectangular, balanced form block is not available the next choice is a landscaping setup where the layout of the land and property is wider at the back end than at the front portions. Wealth and luck flows this way foreword. In fact triangular blocks tend to be stagnant in nature and powers as they gather up qi at their 3 corners.

If you can gather and chance upon a property that has an outlook over water at the front this is marvelous and most preferred. Whether it is a lake, bay or even along a river is great Feng Shui. Being along the ocean itself can command great powers. However if you are along a stormy coast - then the energies involved and dissipated might not be as wise a choice. In the same vein it is best to avoid a block of land next to a drainage canal. This goes without explanation. Canals are meant to drain away all the worst residues, left over products and excesses. Why tempt fate and dilute your good luck and fortune.

In terms of trees and landscaping of the property - it's a two way street. The initial landscaping on a property may well indicate the powers and lay of the land.

On the other hand trees and bushes can grow, can be watered. Additional trees and bushes can be planted. Overall it is good to choose a nicely planted and maintained yard. However ensure that your land is not closed in by large, oversize trees which are taller than your house. Chalet or cottage or block it, Large trees, as well as other large homes nearby, can cause you trouble and hardship sine they can easily block vital qi.

Lastly look at the very condition of the property, its vegetation and "wildlife". All of these factors are both indicators and markers of the very qi of your new abode and life. Vegetation should be bright and shining. The land should be moist - not too dry, too damp or wet and sodden. The birds should be singing and chirping, the neighborhood cats and dogs alive and playful. All f this means for a good solid life and growth for yourself and your family. Feng Shui.

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Reflexology - Holistic Therapy

Reflexology is a modality in treatment used to enhance circulation, relaxation and improve ones overall health and well being. By formal definition, it is: "A focused pressure technique directed at the feet or hands." "It is based on the premise that there are zones and reflexes on different parts of the body which correspond to and are relative to all parts, glands and organs of the entire body".

Reflexology is not a "new age" treatment, but has in fact been around for thousands of years. There is documented evidence of this therapy dating back as far as 2,500 BC. It can benefit those as young as new born up to the elderly.

Reflexology, in simpler terms, works to stimulate the body's natural electrical energy to help increase the body's circulation. This is done through manipulation, pressure enhanced massage and focusing on various pressure points of the foot or hand. By increasing circulation, one will feel the instant benefits of reduced stress and enhanced relaxation. For those on medication, with medical conditions or enhanced side effects due to treatment; reflexology can improve feelings of overall well being and help to decrease pain or unpleasant side effects from modern medicine. For those practising other treatments in achieving good physical and emotional health, this is a perfect treatment to compliment other modalities as well.

A treatment session will usually last 45-60 minutes where the client will be fully clothed and draped with a sheet for comfort and warmth. It can be administered lying down or sitting up, which ever the client is most comfortable with. The treatment room will be clean, the atmosphere will be calm and usually with soft calming music playing in the background. The benefit of Reflexology over other treatments is that the results of a reflexology session can last up 5 days or more and treatment can be determined by the client on a as per need basis.

For those that have never experienced this type of therapy, it is well worth trying. To find a reputable and highly trained reflexologist, you can start by choosing a reflexologist that has been Certified by the College of Reflexology which practises strict standards and ensures a quality professional.

Don't settle for anything less.

2007 Silvana Rosati-Capizzano

Silvana is a well respected Interior Decorator, International Feng Shui Expert and the Principal of the Award Winning Home & Life Design Firm: Blue Avalon. Along with her years of study in Home Decor and Feng Shui, she has the unique ability of being able create luxurious interiors with balance and optimum energy flow thus creating a beautiful environment of positive energy, balance and harmony.

Silvana also devotes her time to her Holistic Practise at the Dove Spa, Canada. She is a well respected Reiki Master and Certified in Reflexology. Her passion for positive energy and it's effects on our surroundings as well as personally are encompassed in her practise of Feng Shui and Holistic Therapies. She offers Reiki, Reflexology, Indian Head Massage and Hopi Ear Coning.

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Feng Shui Kua Numbers and Lucky Directions For Success

The best way to get into the world of Feng Shui is to determine your personal Kua Number, find out if you are an East or West Group person and your lucky directions.

Supposing you are born in the year 1871:

Step 1: Add the last two digits of your year of birth which in this example would be 7+1 = 8.

Step 2:
If you are a male:
Deduct the number that you derived from (Step 1) from 10. So in our example it will be 10-8 = 2. Your Kua Number is 2.
If you are a female:
Add the number that you derived from (Step 1) to 5. So in our example it will be 8+5=13 and then 1+3=4. Your Kua Number is 4.

Armed with the knowledge about your Kua Number:

Step 3: Find out if you are an East or a West group person:
Kua Numbers 1,3,4,9: EAST Group
Kua Numbers 2,5,6,7,8: WEST Group

Step 4: Find out your lucky directions:
Kua Number 1:
Success Direction: South-East
Health Direction: East
Romance Direction: South
Personal Development Direction: North

Kua Number 2:
Success Direction: North East
Health Direction: West
Romance Direction: North West
Personal Development Direction: South West

Kua Number 3:
Success Direction: South
Health Direction: North
Romance Direction: South East
Personal Development Direction: East

Kua Number 4:
Success Direction: North
Health Direction: South
Romance Direction: East
Personal Development Direction: South East

Kua Number 5:
For Males:
Success Direction: North East
Health Direction: West
Romance Direction: North West
Personal Development Direction: South West

For Females:
Success Direction: South West
Health Direction: North West
Romance Direction: West
Personal Development Direction: North East

Kua Number 6:
Success Direction: West
Health Direction: North East
Romance Direction: South West
Personal Development Direction: North West

Kua Number 7:
Success Direction: North West
Health Direction: South West
Romance Direction: North East
Personal Development Direction: West

Kua Number 8:
Success Direction: South West
Health Direction: North West
Romance Direction: West
Personal Development Direction: North East

Kua Number 9:
Success Direction: East
Health Direction: South East
Romance Direction: North
Personal Development Direction: South

By orienting yourself to face your lucky directions you are tapping into the goodness this will bring in all your activities thereby enabling you to succeed. Try to face your lucky direction as directly as possible. Where it is out your control (such the office space configuration is such that it is not going to be possible for you to sit facing your success direction) opt for the next best direction in the list pertaining to your Kua Number.

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Facts About Banana Potassium

For a healthy, happy life and a great source of energy, banana potassium is very important. Bananas are great tropical fruit that has a great source of minerals, vitamin, and protein. It has the capacity of preventing and healing various infections and diseases. It can act as a great diet food due to the calorie content. It can also satisfy people who love sweet products due to the glucose contents.

It is very essential to have a banana as a daily fruit in your diet. Among many fruits, banana is also important as it has a lot of potassium. Potassium is an element which is essential for keeping the blood pressure normal. It also helps in proper functioning of the heart.

Research has found an average banana has an amount of potassium varying from 450 milligrams to 467 milligrams. It has only one milligram of sodium. Apart from bananas, potassium is also present in milk, meats, vegetables and fruits. If you have one banana per day, then you are preventing yourself from atherosclerosis and also from high blood pressure.

A research done on more than 40,000 American men for more than four years showed how a proper diet affects blood pressure. It was found that people who had diet of foods that were high in cereal fiber, magnesium, and rich in potassium had a much less chance of stroke.

The 'Archives of Internal Medicine' has points to prove that people who eat foods high in potassium and fiber like bananas, have a much less risk in developing any heart disease. The potassium-enriched fruit of banana also have the capacity of providing cardiovascular benefits.

Potassium can also increase the health of bones. Banana potassium has the capacity of counteracting the increasing loss of urinary calcium. Such loss is caused by the diets high in salt. This can lead to thinning of the bones at a very fast rate.

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Excel in the Grace of Giving

It is truly a blessing to have an opportunity to give anything in these hard economic times. But those who can should try to excel as much as they can. To me it's so painful to see and hear how many families are trying to survive. The dictionary tells us that to give is to make a gift, to accord, to provide with, supply with, and favor with. The dictionary also tells us that grace means to endowment, holiness, devoutness, love, charity and mercifulness.

I pray and hope that we all meet the characterization and meaning of these words. The Bible shows many stories about giving. Lets make sure we all follow these examples. The Lord has bless us all in many ways. In the Book of 1Corinthians it tells us about Spiritual Gift. It says I always thank God for you because of his grace given you in Christ Jesus. For in him you have been enriched in every way-in all your speaking and in all your knowledge-because our testimony about Christ was confirmed in you. Therefore you do not lack any spiritual gift as you eagerly wait for our Lord Jesus Christ to be revealed. He will keep you strong to the end, so that you will be blameless on the day of our Lord Jesus Christ. God, who has called you into fellowship with his son Jesus Christ Our Lord, "is faithful."

Sometimes I wonder, what would it be like if no one ever gave. Would there be food shelter, shelter for homeless people, clothing shelter. I wonder what would people do. The best choice is to help others. If not it would only sit and collect dust. Furthermore, what is the purpose of holding on to it all. Paul tells us in the Book of 2Corinthians 8:7 But just as you excel in everything-in faith, in speech, in knowledge, in complete earnestness and in your love for us-see that you also excel in this grace of giving.

So in the spirit of giving, there must be mercy devoutness, and love. For God have shown us mercy everyday. Let us past this mercy on and show others His Great love for us. Let's us show it everyday of our lives and in every way. In the same book 2Corinthians look in the 10th chapter 8 verses. And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work. As it is written: He has scattered abroad his gifts to the poor; his righteousness endures forever. Now he who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will also supply and increase your store of seed and will enlarge the harvest of your righteousness. You will be made rich in everyway so that you can be generous on every occasion, and through us your generosity will result in thanksgiving to God.

This service that you perform is not only supplying the needs of God's people but is also overflowing in many expressions of thanks to God. Because of the service by which you have proved yourselves, men will praise God for the obedience that accompanies your confessions of the gospel of Christ, and for your generosity in sharing with them and with everyone else. And in their prayers for you their hearts will go out to you, because of the surpassing grace God has given you. Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!

What a powerful and mighty King that we have. This holds his word true, we are bless with the entire Spiritual Blessing. One must confess that the gift of giving is holiness, grace, obedience to God. Above all Jesus tells us to love. So let's show our love to one another in excelling in the gift of giving this year. And I pray that many hearts and prayers go out to all who gives.

Always Remember To Read Your Bible!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Love Always
Your Sister In Christ
Mella Davis

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What is a Paradigm Shift?

A Paradigm Shift is when a significant change happens - usually from one fundamental view to a different view. In most cases, some type of major discontinuity occurs as well.

Thomas Kuhn wrote about Paradigm Shift during the early 1960s, and explained how "series of peaceful interludes punctuated by intellectually violent revolutions" caused "one conceptual world view to be replaced by another view."

In laymen terms, Paradigm Shift is a popular, or perhaps, not so popular shift or transformation of the way we Humans perceive events, people, environment, and life altogether. It can be a national or international shift, and could have dramatic effects -- whether positive or negative -- on the way we live our lives today and in the future.

Paradigm Shift: A Summary

In today's society, we've all witnessed a major shift already. When we look back upon "counterculture" (More information here: http://psychcentral.com/psypsych/Counterculture), we trace some of the origins to the definition of "Paradigm Shift."

During the counterculture era (1960s-1970s), younger generations opposed authority and were very much at odds with society's accepted belief systems and standards of living. In the counterculture movement (fueled by the Vietnam War), social conservatives were deemed "social repressionists."

The enlightening Paradigm Shift exploded into innovative ideas about religion, society and spirituality, notwithstanding traditional Western ideologies.

In today's society, we see a shift toward a more blinded-oppresionistic view; breed by censorship. The ironic juxtapositions between the Paradigm Shift of nearly half a century ago and society's youth today are chillingly revelational.

Youth's opposition to authority may not have always been in the best interest of humanity; however, it was the Paradigm shift that led to revolutional changes that improved racial tensions and relationships, opened communication lines to outside nations, and ended the Vietnam War.

The end result included varying degrees of negative and positive transformations that allowed people to open their hearts and minds to multicultural diversity; and promoted liberty and freedom -- on the flipside of the shift, there was increased promiscuity, higher divorce rates, higher drug use, and imposed socialistic views and applications of welfare systems.

Today's Paradigm Shift

In lieu of recent times; however, a Paradigm Shift has been evolving. Have you been paying attention? Youth -- today, is seemingly under the hypnotic spell of invisible censorship. What is "invisible censorship?" Local news stations often report half-truths, or biased news reports in relation to national and international events; including: environmental, global, and political reports. Many traditional educational systems are imposing personal political views upon students; and incorporate these beliefs and attitudes into instructional plans. Other invisible censorship, is the fact that many events are brushed under the rug and are not given adequate media coverage as opposed to propaganda-style news.

So, in essence, what does this Paradigm Shift translate to with regard to human life and environmental habits? What could be the possible outcome of such dynamic and interventional metamorphosis?

Your thoughts?

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Radical Religious Leaders - World Religion and Leadership

If we look at someone like Adolf Hitler, he was a radical leader that gave the people what they really wanted. He gave them hope of a new world where they would be at the top of the food chain, he would create a superior race of people and call them Arians. Most of the people in Germany and neighboring countries started to believe in German racial superiority. This thinking gained more momentum as other parts of the world fell from German military strength.

We can look back at history and point our fingers at radical leaders from the past like Adolf Hitler, Napoleon Bonaparte, Joseph Stalin, and Genghis Khan. The list goes on but one thing is for sure, most of these empires have crumbled to the ground, but have left their mark on the world we live in today.

How do we take someone like Jim Jones, "The People's Temple" leader who was based in San Francisco, California and led his followers to Jonestown, Guyana, in search of something better. These people left their country, to follow their leader, full hope of that Jonestown would provide them with something they were desperately searching for, only to end up committing suicide. Was Jim Jones considered a radical religious leader and can we tell the difference today when were so caught up in their religious beliefs.

It becomes easy for others to see the problems with religious leaders, only when they get caught with their hand in the cookie jar. Should these people be banned from practicing religion because of one, or two, or maybe 50 mistakes. When do you honestly know in your heart that these people are not serving your best interest as religious leaders?

I believe the future of religious leaders is going to play a powerful part in our lives for years to come. It's hard to imagine how someone can follow so closely behind their leaders, that they can't see around them. Is there someone in your life, who you look up to and admire, do these people treat you like a daughter or son, does it seem like there helping you get over hurdles in your life on a regular basis. Do you look to these people for answers, hope and even faith?

There's a fine line between radical religious leaders and great religious leaders. Sometimes it's hard to tell the difference.

Try not to get caught up in any one person's beliefs. You could soon find yourself in the same situation as Jim Jones followers. It seems hard to imagine has but if you continue to put others interest first and foremost, you could end the becoming part of a radical religious following and only when it's too late will you be able to see the truth. By then it could be too late.

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Have you ever gave it much thought, choose your religion, did your parents, or friends, or maybe even your grandparents, show you the way.

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