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Vinod AnandrARTArticleConfusing Who You are with What You Have Been Through: Learning Self-CommandPeople who are new to learning the power of self-command are often confused about what they have been through and who they are. Most people want to create a better life and have deeper relationships, more money, more freedom and a happier disposition, yet sometimes looking for these better life ...ARTArticleConsequences and Resolution Behavior ModificationA couple of weeks ago a friend of mine "pinned" a fantastic idea that included a storage box of items that children had left out and the parent had to pick up.
To get their items back, they had to choose a chore from an envelope and complete the task.
I knew immediately that with a few changes and a bit of a different spin, this would be a great tool to help me with general behavior modification for my children.
* The Idea:
Using a see-through box, with a friendly note and a resolution log, I can "store" any items that have been confiscated, until amends have been made.ARTArticleControl and Autonomy of InfantsControl and Autonomy of Infantsrn(Vinod Anand)ARTArticleCut Yourself Some Slack: The Science of Results Oriented ThinkingMost people have learned to be verbally self-abusive even in subtle ways. They start their morning with comments to themselves that would make children cry. Yet, every morning they look in the mirror and unconsciously say things to themselves such as, “Wow, you look like crap.” or “You have out ...ARTArticleDeath; You first have to "Be' before you can "Do".Everybody needs to slow down a bit. We all need to realize that all our expereinces can only be had in the present. You can pretend all you want. This is a fundamental reality of life. A fact of life is that it doesn't matter whether we are having a good time or a bad time. The reality is that our entire life is a temporary expereince in terms of 'time'. Therefore, any expereince ... negative or positive ... in our lives is even more temporary, more times than not.Death is the only and ultimate exception. Our expereinces do not survive us. When we run out of life (die), they end.ARTArticleDEPRESSION AND FRUSTRATIONDEPRESSION AND FRUSTRATIONrn(Vinod Anand)
Depression and frustration come in many forms, sometimes couched in philosophical conundrums that confuse young minds, leading to serious issue. We will have a brief look at these problems. At a point in time in one’s life when one feels all doors are closed and all you can see is darkness, one feels that by not existing physically, we can end the mental anguish. For example, Princess Diana used to inflict cuts on her body to deal with the unbearable pain insideARTArticleDesign Your 4-Hour WorkweekTimothy Ferriss, author of the 4 Hour Work Week, is a self described "serial entrepreneur and ultravagabond" who lives a lifestyle that most of us could only dream about -- until now. This interesting book has been a #1 Wall Street journal Best Seller, a #1 NY Times Best Seller, and a #1 BusinessWeek Bestseller.
Ferriss presents a step-by-step guide to his free-wheeling lifestyle, allowing us to follow in his footsteps and realize lifelong dreams.ARTArticleDownside To Law Of AttractionLaw of attraction has garnered so much attention over the past couple of years, but many people don't realize that law of attraction has a downside.
Let me explain...
In our work, we're very focused on the deliberate use of Law of Attraction. This law states, simply, that you attract into ...ARTArticleDowsing For Lost AnimalsDowsing has existed in various forms for thousands of years. In modern times, dowsing has been used to detect water for wells, mineral deposits and archaeological artifacts hidden in the earth.
Using a map in combination with a pendulum, this same practice can be used to locate lost animals. ...ARTArticleDying To Look Good.This is the name of the latest book I have read about what’s really in our cosmetics, toiletries and personal care products. The book is written by Christine Hoza Farlow, D.C. and is a quick read, for those of us with limited time on our hands.
It gives some great information and lists ...ARTArticleEmpower Your Goals with Self-CommandHave you wanted to get things done but didn’t feel empowered enough to follow through on your goals because you lacked self-command? Understanding self-command and how it empowers you as a person and how it will help you not only achieve goals but help you always get the things you want to do in ...ARTArticleExercise Your Right to Choose Your Thoughts - The Science of Results Oriented ThinkingLearning the Science of Results Oriented thinking and practicing your right to choose your thoughts will catalyze you to the success you want in your life. Many people want to have more success in their life, relationship, health and general wellbeing. Most people rarely examine the choices they ...ARTArticleFabulous Fondant!Fondant is a beautiful, versatile icing product that, when properly applied, creates a deliciously exquisite, polished finish to any cake. Fondant is used in cake decorating or sculpting and is a popular choice for wedding cake presentation.ARTArticleFear amongst InfantsFear amongst Infantsrn(Vinod Anand)
Everyone knows how fear feels—stomach turning over, heart racing, mouth dry, skin perspiring, thoughts concentrated on how to get away from the situation in which one is. When infants show distress through crying and apparent attempts to withdraw, adults usually conclude that the children are afraid. When the baby is old enough to cling and to seek proximity to his mother, these behaviors, along with crying and withdrawing, are probably universal indications to adults that young children are afraid.rARTArticleFeng Shui & Clutter - Take It or Leave ItAs a feng shui consultant, I generally categorized myself as a clutter minimalist. That was, of course until recently.
I just returned from one of my favorite places on earth, Southern Califo
ia. The visit was magical and nourishing and taught me a lot about myself - including the fact that ...ARTArticleFeng Shui Enhancements Using Color TherapyEvery day we make choices based on color, some being of more importance than others. The colored traffic light tells us to stop or safely go. We stand in front of closets asking the age-old question: What am I going to wear today? If we are tired, we may subconsciously choose red for energy. Need some nurturing? Perhaps you will be drawn to green.
Other than a choice point in life, however, what exactly is color?ARTArticleFeng Shui Your Stuff Away—Breaking the Clutter CycleI recently participated in my town's annual garage sale. From a financial point of view, my profit was $203.00; not too shabby. From an emotional point of view, however, I made quite a bit more.
To prepare for the big day, I started doing inventory in the usual clutter hangouts, the attic, ...ARTArticleFinding Lost Animals – Believe in What You ReceiveCommunicating with lost animals and successfully reuniting them with their human companions is possibly the most difficult part of an animal communicator's job. The animal's human companions are in a very stressful state and are desperate for you to provide answers. The animal is sometimes ...ARTArticleFive Daily Self Improvement Practices To Change Your LIfeAs a student of personal development and self improvement, you’ve no doubt come to the understanding that everything you achieve in life is fundamentally determined by your thinking. Thoughts are real things which lead to a feeling, which lead to an action, which lead to an outcome. This is ...ARTArticleForgiveness - How Healing Your Past Can Heal Your Present“I forgive you…” It’s something we say as kids, but not so much in adulthood. And as kids, we don’t really mean it…somebody just makes us say it. So, what is forgiveness, and how can it impact illnesses, disease, your body and your ...ARTArticleFrame Your Important RemindersYears ago I found and printed out the poem entitled, "I Wish."
Since then, I have kept it with the important papers in my office that I review every Monday.
Every time I read it, I get choked up all over again.
Having a daughter in college, I know what it feels like to think that you just didn't get enough time.
Last week I came across the poem, as usual, and read it twice.ARTArticleGandhi and the path of AhimsaGandhi and the path of Ahimsar
Vinod Anandr
The concept of Ahimsa occupies a central position in Gandhi’s
thoughts. It would not be correct to say that the inspiration behind the
idea of Ahimsa came from Mahatma Gandhi solely, from the spiritual
traditional in India, or from any unified religious tradition for that
matter. The idea is to be found in the teachings of Buddha, Mahavira
and Jesus Christ. However, we find in Gandhi’s thought continuity in
this regard as well as the modification of elements in the idea,
reinforcing its historical relevance in a wholly new perspective.rARTArticleGet Powerful Pain Relief with Light TherapyLight therapy is an incredibly powerful technology that can be used as an intense pain relief treatment and to decrease the amount of time needed for recovery in certain situations. For those suffering with chronic or acute pain it’s a drug-free option that gently accelerates healing and drastically eases pain.ARTArticleGet Real…The Power of AuthenticityEmpowering yourself to succeed at your goals in life require that you have the power of authenticity. What is interesting about learning to empower yourself is that authenticity has a couple of different meanings. Some people see being authentic as being 100 percent honest with themselves all ...ARTArticleGLIMPSE Intuitive Skin Care LaunchesGLIMPSE has now launched and is available for order. I have taken the following from our packet mailings to save myself some time as my phone is ringing and my inbox is filling up with orders, but I wanted to make sure all of you had this information in your hands.
If you are searching for a ...ARTArticleGrand Bend AttractionsGrand Bend also commonly know as “the Bend” or “GB” is a community located on the shores of Lake Huron in Southern Ontario. Grand Bend is a popular tourist destination thanks to it’s great beaches and lively night life.
Grand Bend’s year round population hovers around the 2 000 mark, but summer weekends see that number swell to something more like 50 000. The summer party atmosphere has earned Grand Bend a reputation of being Florida North.
If you make the trip to Grand Bend, make sure to check out:
1.ARTArticleGreen MovementThe “Green Movement” begins with small steps. We cannot all go green all at once. I started by changing to fluorescent light bulbs. Then I switched from plastic bags to paper. Now I use my own washable bags for shopping. My next step is going “green” with my skincare products. A natural ...ARTArticleGuelph Ontario: The Royal CityOften referred to as The Royal City, Guelph Ontario is home to almost 115 000 residents. Guelph is situated in Southweste
Ontario and is only about 100 km. from downtow
Toronto.
The relatively close access to Toronto, combined with a rural feel make Guelph a popular place for families to settle down. Guelph is constantly named one of Canada’s most livable cities. Moneysense recently named it the fourth best place to live in Canada. Guelph offers a number of attractions and here are just a few:
1. The Sleeman Brewery: Sleeman keeps gaining in popularity.ARTArticleHappiness and Life Fulfillment Principles: Step OneHappiness and life fulfillment is such an elusive concept which most of us struggle with. For all of our technological advances and modern comforts, the rate of depression continues to climb throughout much of the world. Why is that?
I believe there are seven basic principles to true happiness ...