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The Amazing Power of Small Steps

It's the small things in life that can drive you loco on anygiven day, isn't it? (yes, I see heads nodding!). Like thebatteries dying in your garage door opener in the middle ofthe mother of all rainstorms. Or the birdfeeder that makesa mes...

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For What Purpose

So you want to be successful. For What Purpose? When I first heard that question I said, "You've got to be crazy, to have a lot of money. What else?" This was quickly followed by the question, For What Purpose?I have to tell you that I went dead...

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How To Cash In On Your ‘Ailment Capital'

How To Cash In On Your ‘Ailment Capital' by: Rev. James L. Snyder Right after the president won his re-election bid for the White House, he made an interesting comment. He said he was going to spend his "political capital" wisely. At firs...

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Which Is More Important, Reading Faster Or Comprehension?

Which Is More Important, Reading Faster Or Comprehension? by: Melvin Ng It is an almost instinctive reaction to think that reading faster equates with comprehending less. Empirical evidence, however, seems to indicate otherwise - individuals who...

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Does My Life Make A Difference?

Does My Life Make A Difference? by: Rose DesRochers Thank you to painter Phil Roberts for the inspiration to write my following article. "Does my life make a difference?” “Does anyone ever notice me?” "What purpose does my writing have?" ...

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SPIRITUALITY: The Bottom Line

SPIRITUALITY: The Bottom Line by: Jed McKenna Whadda ya know? Seriously. With absolute certainty, what do you know? Put aside all opinions, beliefs and theories for a moment and address this one straight question: What do you know for sure? Or, ...

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Quit my Job! Are You Kidding?

Quit my Job! Are You Kidding? by: Marilyn J. Tellez, M.A. Yes, I said to quit your job. In spite of your mis-givings, here is what to do. 1. Give yourself time to document your dis-satisfactions with your current job. It might be YOU that needs...

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Joel Osteen's Your Best Life Now - Book Review

Joel Osteen's Your Best Life Now - Book Review by: Mike Matthews Your Best Life Now by Joel Osteen - Book Review by Mike Matthews Rating - 4 out of 5 Stars The Best Advice in the book Best Prices for the Book, CD and Cassette Joel Oste...

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The Power Of Goal Achievement Is In The Habit

The Power Of Goal Achievement Is In The Habit by: Josh Hinds You had your new year's resolution all planned out. This was your year to "insert your missed goal here" :-). You knew exactly what you needed to do; maybe you even got off to a b...

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What's Stopping You from Getting Your Next, Good Job?

What's Stopping You from Getting Your Next, Good Job? by: Marilyn J. Tellez, M.A. This question comes up often when I'm working with someone to help them move forward in finding their next job. What is it that compels people to stay "...

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