Writing

The Secret To Writing Success

I have a friend who has enjoyed a long successful career as a published novelist. More than once we took part in the same panel at a writer’s conference. Whenever it came time to field questions from the audience I came to expect — actually anticipate — that some bright-eyed, eager novice would direct a particular question at my friend.…

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Self Improvement

Creativity And The Jack Of All Trades

You may be familiar with the saying, “Jack of all trades and master of none.” Well, I say, “Hooey.” That’s right. In fact, let me say it again. “Hooey.” It is perfectly possible to be a multipassionate person and do several things well. Many, even. I’m a writer, a mother, a photographer, a friend, an entrepreneur. Sometimes not all at…

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Time Management

How To Make More Time For Giving

Do you have a desire to spend more time giving to others but you don’t know where the time is going to come from? Have you tried several time management approaches all of which gave limited results or didn’t last beyond a few weeks or days? I had the same problem and so did my friend David. David Perdew has…

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Holidays

Best Friend Birthday Gift Ideas

Whatever your age, you want to give your best friend something really special for his or her birthday to show that you appreciate their friendship. Sometimes we feel at a loss because we think that they have everything they could possibly want or use. Not so! There’s always something that will have a special meaning because you gave it. Here…

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Self Improvement

The Ghost Of Fear

To understand the ghost of fear, let me tell you a short parable: Once upon a time, Jake and Fear were friends. Fear was Jake’s constant companion, and Fear helped him a lot. Fear saved him from lots of troubles and dangers, and helped him choose right paths and ways in his life. Whenever Jake would carelessly go with the…

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Stress Management

Go Where Your Energy Is Strong

“Keep your center and you’ll know which way you have to go.” – Terry Dobson, aikidoist and author, Aikido In Everyday Life I had undertaken a project that I was beginning to feel was beyond my personal resources to accomplish. I had asked a friend and colleague if I might organize a workshop in the New England area that he…

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Dating

The Ideal Online Dating Profile

A lot of people would love to eventually find their other half. Fortunately for some, it is very elusive. It’s as hard as trying to prove the existence of Bigfoot. The only thing that most people looking for love finds is depression. However, thanks to the internet, it has sort of leveled the playing fields. Thanks to the internet, you…

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Web Hosting

Choosing The Right Holiday Gift Baskets

When Christmastime rolls around, you are probably in a frenzy trying to find the perfect present for the people in your life. Some people are easy to shop for, while others present quite a challenge. While you could spend day after day fighting the crowds at the mall searching for the perfect item, another great idea to deal with your…

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