Daily Meditation for Success: Do This First Thing Every Morning!

Daily Meditation for Success: Do This First Thing Every Morning There are so many myths about how to meditate, what a daily meditation practice means, and what the overall experience of meditation should be. I was happy to see Bhanu Narasimhan from the Art of Living Foundation debunk common meditation myths. Here's the thing: Meditation is for everyone, and it's different for everyone. There is no right or wrong way of doing it, and meditation...

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Q&A: What are trans fats, and why are they so bad?

Q&A: What are trans fats, and why are they so bad? Karen Kaplan, Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES--What is a trans fat, and why is it so dangerous that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration wants it removed from the food supply?These are just some of the questions on the minds of diners as they digest Thursday's FDA action. Although consumption of artificial trans fats is already on the decline, FDA Commissioner Margaret A. Hamburg said further...

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What to Do When You're Broken?

What to Do When You're Broken Though no one likes it, each of us will find ourselves broken at some point in our journey. When we find ourselves there, what do we do? I've been broken many times—through illness, through the loss of a job, through the derailment of a dream and most recently, through the death of my father. For all of this, I can offer a mysterious truth that life has given me: that we are stronger, gentler, more resilient and...

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7 Things Your Partner Wants to Hear Every Day!

7 Things Your Partner Wants to Hear Every Day "I'd rather be spending time with you." Yes, there's a "Save the Library" march tonight, which you must attend because your town is closing branches right and left. And yes, your husband understands the gravity of the situation and has even brought up supportive points like: "Libraries aren't just about books! They have free DVDs!" But as you race out the door to fight for universal literacy...

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5 Moments You're Most Likely to Overspend!

5 Moments You're Most Likely to Overspend! When You're Avoiding the Crowds You may be tempted to tackle your shopping list at 7 a.m. on a weekday, when Walmart is practically guaranteed to be blessedly empty. But shopping at crowded stores could help your wallet: We're less likely to buy unnecessary items when we're surrounded by swarms of people, a Journal of Consumer Research study found. It's like we go into survival mode,...

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7 Ways to Get a Better Body in Under an Hour!

In as little as a minute a day, you can make noticeable changes to your physique…and your fitness level (if you keep it up over time, of course). If you have one minute…drop and do 10 push-ups (or 20, or 5). There's a reason that push-ups are every trainer's favorite exercise: They engage muscle groups in the arms, chest, abdomen, hips and legs; they don't require any equipment; they're endlessly adaptable (you can work them into a yoga...

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Top Products I Blog About.......Check them Out!

The Letter I write each potential client that I Blog for..... I am a marketer with over 35 year experience and I would like to offer my help getting your name out into more homes, NOT ASKING FOR ANY MONEY so please keep reading! This is the concept: Let me start by explaining myself to you so you know what I am doing and why. I am a marketer and Graphic Designer with over 30 years owning a Panasonic ...

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Helping a friend in conflict!

When friends, loved ones, and colleagues tell us about a conflict they’re experiencing, how we respond helps shape their conflict story. And what they do next. A friend who mediates legal cases was regaling me with a story about a court employee who treated her with disrespect. As I listened to my friend’s description of the employee’s behavior, I felt outrage on my friend’s behalf. I heard myself say, “That’s just not acceptable! How could...

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WIN A ELECTROLUX INDUCTION RANGE!

First you must join http://www.influenster.com and you could win: Join the #ElectroluxLive Twitter Conversation & Watch the   Competition on Food52.com Wednesday at 1pm EST Participate and you could win an:  Note: Images might not represent actual product giveaways. YOU COULD WIN..... Electrolux Induction Cooktop OR.....  Electrolux Induction Range I have loved this site...

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11 Ways to Boost Your Self-Esteem in Less Than an Hour

If you have... 1 second: Sit up straight.Research suggests that people with good posture have more confidence in their thoughts than slouchers. 2 seconds: Practice Good Scents.One study found that women felt more confident in social, business and romantic situations when wearing perfume. 3 seconds: Knock Wood.Psychologists have shown that embracing superstitions and carrying good luck charms can help you perform tasks better. 5 seconds: Nod...

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