The Challenge of Intimacy
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Published:04/12/2011 08:49pm
Probably the biggest challenge to those of us wanting to live conscious spiritual lives in these rapidly transforming times is the changing form and expectations of romantic courtship, relationship, and marriage. The traditional models are rapidly disappearing, and the foundation for new forms is wobbly.In this series of articles, I offer you my thoughts and experience in this realm. Your comments and feedback will be an important part of a vital dialog that will contribute to new and expanded possibilities for modern love and relationship. Lets jump right in with a look at intimacy.When my dictionary defines intimacy, it beings with...
Quantum Learning Teacher Wins Teacher of the Year
Published:04/08/2011 03:29pm
Margaret Malek, a fifth grade teacher at Garrison Elementary, has won Oceanside Unified School Districts Teacher of the Year award. Malek has been practicing Quantum Learning methodologies for 12 years. Everything I do is Quantum LearningI eat it, drink it and live it, says Malek.Its amazing to see different behavior in children; from those who are denying behavior issues, not being responsible for their actions, and not realizing their full potential to children who take ownership, and do the right thing without being asked, says Malek. Quantum Learning makes this change in attitude for students possible not only for Malek, but...
What is Womb Wisdom?
Published:04/08/2011 01:40pm
Womb Wisdom: The New Evolution What are the Forgotten and Creative Powers of the Feminine?What is Womb Wisdom?Womb Wisdom is a feminine expression and richly felt longing, that is not a part-time practice, but a way of being that is powerfully re-surfacing at this time across the planet. Many would call this the celebratory resurrection of the Divine Feminine. Felt powerfully within women as the true desire to reconnect with the Earth and nature in a new way, sensing this personal call to return to our place within the Divine feminine soul (pulse of life) of our known...
Record Breaking Fundraising Auctions in Any Economy
Published:04/01/2011 04:48pm
3 Surefire Strategies forBenefit Auction Success in Any Economy!By Kathy Kingston, CAI, BASIf you're worried about the economy, you may be focusing on the wrong thing. Non-profit organizations are achieving auction success today by charting their course on the things that they CAN control to reverse the trends that many benefit auctions are experiencing due to the tough economy. These predictable yet controllable factors include: fewer attendance; auction items not achieving full or over value; use of volunteer auctioneers; cautious spending by guests; inadequate planning, lower sponsor participation, reticent bidding and sluggish events that do not maximize each and...
Top 5 Shapewear Trends for 2011
Published:04/01/2011 01:39pm
Wondering what will be this years shapewear must-haves? The buyers at Classic Shapewear, a leading online retailer of the best brands of shapewear, have identified the top five shapewear trends to expect in 2011. Trend #1 Cellulite Fighting Shapewear Shapewear isnt just about holding you in, with todays advanced technologies, companies are incorporating science into their textiles to reduce the appearance of cellulite. We expect to see a growth in the popularity among products that ease the fight against cellulite for the foreseeable future, commented Oren Shapiro, buyer for Classic Shapewear. In 2011, products based upon the principles of micro-massage,...
After Divorce - Letting Go and Moving On
Published:03/30/2011 12:17pm
Divorce it entails loss, even if you wanted it. Aside from the ending of the relationship with your spouse, you may be losing your home, time with your children, in-laws, extended family, and even friends. There are inevitable financial losses, loneliness, a change of lifestyle, imagined losses of what might have been, and of memories of what once was. It may involve a move to a different city, a change of jobs or schools, or a homemaker entering the work force for the first time.Divorce is harder one the spouse who is less prepared or feels left. It...
One Hard Core CURE
Published:03/28/2011 12:27pm
One Hard Core CUREby Johnny DeliriousThey took the core sample out and immediately sent it to the laboratory for further testing with a more detailed examination. This was not a geological survey looking for evidence of crude oil in the region or an ice core sample to study the atmospheric content changes over hundreds of years, this core sample was from my liver!My name is Johnny Delirious and I authorized the Doctor who was head of gastroenterology at the University Hospital to perform my liver biopsy. My reasoning: a closer look was in order. When the laboratory submitted their findings, the...
Daily Spending: How Sasquatch Can Help You Track Spending and Maintain a Tight Budget
Published:03/25/2011 04:57pm
If you're like me, you were fascinated by Sasquatch as a child. The idea of some hairy, hulking Neanderthal creature prowling alone in the hills was one of life's great mysteries. Sightings of Big Foot were common and some folks even found footprints, but somehow, he always got away.The tracks disappeared-or the trackers were clueless-or both.The point is, without tracks, all we have is a puzzling mystery. Without hard facts nothing can be confronted and nothing can be changed.In the same way, if you want to eliminate debt, you must scrutinize your spending and get absolutely clear about how you handle...
Make Your Life Happy: The 5-Second Decision You Can Choose For Your Life Pursuit of Happiness
Published:03/25/2011 04:53pm
"I have no idea what happiness is," someone in a seminar of mine confessed recently. She was responding to a self-assessment measuring stress and burnout levels and realized that her life was so full of "to-do's" that there was no space for what we'll call "woo-hoo's." She felt buried and burdened under a mass of tasks and could never shout an enthusiastic "woo-hoo!" to celebrate the joys and opportunities in her life.This audience member made me ponder the true source of our happiness and prosperity. I'm linking happiness and prosperity since the word "wealth" comes from "weal" which meant "well-being." Being...
Beat Stress: Five Boundaries You Must Set to Be Happy and Productive
Published:03/25/2011 04:44pm
Most people these days feel overloaded, overworked, overtired, over-everything! Not only are our plates full but our china is cracking under the weight of so much to do!May I suggest that boundaries are the key to regaining your energy, your peace of mind, and your productivity? Think about it. If you're going in a million directions trying to please everyone, will you ever reach even ONE destination? You'll drive around in circles or a zigzag, but you certainly won't get anywhere.Let me suggest a few boundaries you can set that will free you up for success:1) Shut everyone and everything out...
How Smart Women Become Successful Entrepreneurs
Published:03/25/2011 04:39pm
Calling all enterprising women. This article is for you! No, it isn't about feminine products or brassieres. (Whew! Aren't you relieved?) This article shows you how to get SMART and become successful entrepreneurs.You know what "smart" means, doll, but you don't know what "SMART" means. So, girlfriend, grab a glass and toast to all your sister female entrepreneurs out there. And now, let's get SMART.The SMART acronym tells you how to function at optimal levels as a woman entrepreneur. It helps you streamline your responsibilities, take charge of your time and resources, and hone your focus so it's sharper than Freddy...
Are Oscars a Sure Midas Touch?
Published:03/24/2011 03:54pm
Are Oscars a Sure Midas Touch? S. Abraham Ravid, Professor, Rutgers Business School, Newark and New BrunswickShould studios view the gold statuettes handed down this season as a signal of a Midas touch for the actors and actresses honored?Several studies, conducted on samples of many hundreds of films from the 1990s and early 2000s, test the proposition that the participation of past academy award winners and nominees leads to higher profits. The statistics are not easy, since one has to take into account many variables which may affect the financial success of films such as release dates, genres, reviews and...
BABY ABUELITA’S SINGING HISPANIC GRANDPARENT DOLLS DEBUT IN NEWEST STATE OF FLORIDA MATH TEXTBOOK
Published:03/23/2011 11:07am
BABY ABUELITAS SINGING HISPANIC GRANDPARENT DOLLS DEBUT IN NEWEST STATE OF FLORIDA MATH TEXTBOOKBaby Abuelita Productions BIG IDEA Helps Teach Math To Floridas 3RD Graders In Innovative GO MATH! Curriculum Featuring The First Educational Series To Receive The Coveted Green Edition Certification. Miami, FL March 18, 2010 Baby Abuelita Productions, a South Florida-based manufacturer of Spanish language lullaby singing dolls and animated DVDs that preserve the Hispanic heritage, was selected by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt to have their loveable dolls teach a unit called The Big Idea 1. The math curriculum was uniquely designed for Florida students and features...
3 Tips for Organizing & Storing Your Memorabilia and Photographs
Published:03/21/2011 10:30am
Many of us have more memorabilia than we know what to do with. Photographs, old video tapes, slides, books, and keepsakes often appear in cluttered spaces. Here are some tips on how to store it so that it's safe, organized and out-of-the-way.1. Purge. Schedule a day to go through your current stash of memorabilia. Identify 6-12 items that are the MOST precious to you. Find a way to honor these items by making space for them in your home. Display them on your wall, on a table, in a shadow box, or in...
Why Seek Publicity for Your Books? By Shel Horowitz
Published:03/19/2011 04:25pm
Publicity is getting the word out about your product, service, and/or ideas. It brings visibility, credibility, opportunity, and sales.Publicity provides the seal of approval of a trusted outside source: a journalist. Like testimonials and awards, this third-party validation helps the buyer choose your book in the crowded marketplace. It also means that a lot more people hear about your book.When you get free publicity rather than pay for advertising, you give up control over the content. But you have the added legitimacy of being chosen to represent your field. Because news coverage at least pretends to be unbiased, it is more...
