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Steps To Living Abundantly
by Jane Thurnell-Read
Many of us are bowed down by life - stressed, short of time,
tired, on a treadmill, knowing that this isn't the way to live, but not knowing
how to free ourselves up to live more fully, more abundantly.
There are simple things we can do - they don't take time or
money - they take a change of attitude.
Here are 9 of them:
1. Being totally financially honest - if you are not, this implies that there is
not enough for you to have everything you need without dishonesty.
2. Creating a vacuum so that more good things can flow into it - don't fill your
life up with things you don't really want.
Ask yourself if you want each thing before you buy it.
Don't have abundant rubbish, live abundantly by seeking out
the things and experiences that work for you in your core being.
3. Tithing is often associated with religion, but it is also possible to tithe
in a non-religious context.
This seems a really important aspect of living abundantly -
every time you freely give money away, you are implying that you are confident
that more will come - this is a BIG positive affirmation with a lot of power
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Budgeting -
Stretching That Paycheck, by Cyndi Roberts
It happens to all of us. There are still a few days left till payday and somehow
that last paycheck just didn't last long enough! Or maybe there were some
expenses this week that really were not expected--new tires, school expenses,
medical emergencies.
These are the times to fall back on some really tight- wad strategies.
1. No money to put gas in the car? Walk to work--it's good exercise. If walking
is not an option, try to carpool with a co- worker who lives near. Or share a
ride with your spouse. It may mean getting to work earlier, so be prepared to
use extra time constructively...
 Frugal Beauty -
How
to Get Rid of Spider Veins, by Christine Marie Paguntalan
Spider veins are smaller versions of varicose veins and though the phrases are
used interchangeably, they are two different conditions. Spider veins lie below
the skin surface; a series of broken blood vessels that can appear anywhere on
the body, but more often than not, "crawl" up and down the legs and feet.
Symptoms of this condition are not subtle. Swelling, muscle cramps, heaviness,
throbbing, itching, and burning are painful indicators of spider veins. Although
this vein abnormality may not always cause physical pain, the visual indicators
are psychologically painful...
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Recipes -
Roasted Chicken Soup with Cheddar Garlic Biscuits, by Monica Resinger
Roasted
Chicken Soup
1 lb. Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
4 Carrots, Cut Into 1/2-Inch Slices
2 Celery Stalks, Cut Into 1/2-Inch Slices
Cooking Oil
Seasoning Salt...
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Attitude -
Five Success Strategies For Positive Thinking, by Brenda Campbell
Read any self help or personal development book and you will find advice to
maintain a positive attitude and approach to what you are doing in life.
However, the world that we live in abounds with negativity of one kind or
another. Bad news stories apparently sell well and anyone is more likely to tell
you about what is going wrong than what is going right in their lives.
How do you become and stay positive and optimistic? It is possible; try these
five tips for a positive attitude...
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Jobs - EBay
Business Tips: EBay As A Way Of Life, by Claude J Anthony
This eBay-Business-Tips article is about living
as a successful eBay seller. You are now entering a different world than the
average Joe (or Jane). Or as we would have said when I was a Kid, "Your are now
entering the Twilight Zone." Working with eBay is a whole different world. Being
a successful eBay seller has some real challenges, but it also has some real
rewards.
As an eBay seller you will put in some very long hours. Hopefully that doesn't
scare you away, because those can be fun and rewarding hours. And of course you
will be spending long hours at the computer, but don't forget that you are the
one gets to pick them, and not some uncaring boss...
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Automobiles -
Auto Emergency Kit, by Eric Holm
Sometimes in our life we face certain unusual or emergency situations or
accidents for which we are generally not prepared. In today's fast paced life,
most of us use cars for traveling. In the rush of reaching our destinations we
often make the mistake of avoiding important safety measures, the result of
which can be disastrous road accidents.
A road accident may happen due to a vehicle colliding with another vehicle,
pedestrian, animal, or with geographical or architectural obstacles. Most of
these accidents result in injury, property damage and sometimes even death.
Though a well designed and well managed vehicle with good brakes, tires and well
adjusted suspension is always easier to control in an emergency situation,
keeping emergency supplies within easy reach is highly advisable. ..
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Kitchen Help -
Healthy Snack Ideas for Children and Teens, by Patrick Carpen
Kids love to snack! Especially after school, on
rainy days, while watching TV and even when they are bored.
If they are going to snack then make sure you provide them with a selection of
healthy snacks.
With little ones and grade school children it is easy to fill their little
tummies with healthy snacks. ..
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Health - Getting
Older Ten Tips on How to Stay Healthy as You Age, by Bernard Brown
Aging gracefully is something we all aspire to.
If we take a look around us, we are constantly reminded of the vagaries of
aging: poor general health, impaired mobility, deteriorating eye sight and
muscle atrophy. The list goes on. Getting old is bad enough, but being old and
sickly is not a comforting thought. As we get older, most of us are searching
for ways to improve our health.
So, how do we grow old gracefully and remain healthy enough to enjoy our golden
years? Here are ten tips that will help you live a long and healthy life.
1. Develop a wellness mindset (in terms of your thoughts, attitude and beliefs).
Be proactive - take appropriate steps to remain healthy and prevent illness and
disease. ..
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Article -
What Is Most Important, by Steve Goodier
Author Erynn Miller said: "It takes a lot of understanding, time and trust to
gain a close friendship with someone. As I approach a time in my life of
complete uncertainty, my friends are my most precious asset."
I had a friend who felt that way. I sat next to Hal's "death-bed" and thought
about the fact that I had known him for over twenty years. Hal knew he was dying
and that these next few days would be his last. I held his hand...
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Decorating -
5 Common
Interior Design Mistakes, by B. Williams
Making interior design decisions in your home are
often overwhelming and stressful. There are several mistakes that many
homeowners make that can be avoided with just a little thought and planning.
What are the mistakes that you should refrain from making when decorating your
home?
Mistake #1 – Putting too much or too large furniture into a room.
Too much furniture in a room or extra large furniture in a small room can make
the room look cluttered or even smaller. Purchase furniture with the room in
mind to make sure that it goes with the size of the room, as well as your
needs...
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Beauty - The
Best-Kept Food Secrets for Beautiful Skin Revealed, by John Russell
Many women desire to be as beautiful as the
models they see on television or fashion magazines. This has caused an upward
spiral in the sales of skin creams, serums, lotions, soaps, and other skin care
items. Unfortunately, what most women don't know is buying the entire plethora
of these products will not guarantee beautiful skin. It's eating right and
treating the skin from within that does the trick.
The best-kept food secrets for beautiful skin are those that work best in making
your skin radiate with a healthy glow. These food secrets are also not hard to
find. In fact, you can get them at the nearest grocery store. ..
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and Identity Theft -
Credit
Freezing an Anti-Identity Theft Measure to Consider, byJohn Raor
Keeping your credit report available to
retailers, landlords, and potential employers means that it is also available to
identity thieves.
Why do they want it? For one thing, so they can see if you have unused credit
card accounts. If so, it's a simple thing for a skilled thief to submit a change
of address to that card issuer and begin using your card without your knowledge.
And of course, a thief with your identity can do all the usual things that
trigger a credit check. For instance, they can borrow money to buy a car or open
a new credit card account in your name...
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Happiness -
5 Reasons
Why Remembering Your Dreams is So Important, by Tony Hall
Each night you will have dreams. You may not
remember them but every time you get a good night's sleep you will dream. And
the content of your dreams can give you so many clues and hints about getting
the most from your waking life that it is vital that you learn to make use of
them.
By remembering and recording what you dream about you can discover so much about
yourself and find many ways to improve your life. The trouble is, it's not easy
and so you will more than likely just continue to ignore this vast resource.
Just why should you bother to remember your dreams? Here are 5 reasons that
might get you to make that effort...
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Clothes Plus -
There’s Danger in A Beautiful High Heeled Shoe: Ankle Sprain, by Dr
Alireza Khosroabady DPM
High heeled shoes are a woman’s best friend and
possibly her worst enemy.
A high heeled pump visually elongates the look of a woman’s calf, giving even
those gals with less-than-perfect legs a more long-and-leggy look. Worn with
pants, high heeled shoes give the petite woman stature and make all women look
more slender.
But high heeled shoes – particularly those with heels two or more inches in
height – can harm a woman, leading her to possible sprained ankles and other
maladies...
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Decorating Room by Room -
Ideas for
Making Unique and Inexpensive Headboards, by Jessica Ackerman
Headboards for beds of any size can be quite expensive. Even the
cheapest and most ordinary twin-size headboards sold in furniture stores can
cost a considerable amount of money. Instead of buying overpriced headboards
that lack unique style and design, consider the following ideas for making
inexpensive headboards that attach to the wall.
No matter the size of the bed, it is possible to make unique and inexpensive
headboards that will add exceptional style and designer elegance to bedroom
décor. Best of all, headboards that attach to the wall instead of the bed frame
allow the bed to be moved more easily, and they can add extra inches to the
amount of floor space in a room. ..
 Seasonal
Decorating -
20
Ways to Warm Up Your Winter Nest, by Pamela Cole Harris
Winter is here (brrrrr!) and with it comes ice, wind and snow! Its the perfect
time to nest at home! But is your home a friendly and cozy place for those you
love? Or is your dicor so gloomy that people go outside just to warm up? Here
are some ways to make your home a warm and inviting shelter this winter:
1. Add pillows and accessories with splashes of rich warm colors such as reds,
oranges and gold
2. Bring in some fall foliage or pine boughs in wreathes or table arrangements.
They are especially effective over the fireplace.
3. Use cozy, soft and plush fabrics in cushions and upholstery that you want to
snuggle up to velvets, mohair and chenille...
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Goal Setting -
Guaranteed
Success- NEW Goal Setting Formula, by Terriane Palmer
In order to successfully achieve your goals, you
must first understand the power yet simplicity behind a well written goal. To
have an idea of what you want is not enough. You must follow a set of guidelines
and principles to ensure your goal is defined in a manner that defies anything
but it's successful completion.
Writing your goals down on paper is the starting point to success. I've heard
many people say they have their goals in their head and don't need to write them
down. My response - you also have all the reasons why you haven't, can't won't
achieve your goals in your head...
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Gifts -
Christmas Gift Ideas From the Heart, by Joyce C. Lock
1.) Invite those who's families are away, for a get-together on Christmas
evening; to eat goodies, sing carols, and just visit (giving some a sense of
family and something to look forward to).
2.) Run errands for shut-ins.
3.) Volunteer to serve food at a shelter.
4.) Take someone, who can't drive, Christmas shopping...
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Gifts - Eight Gifts
That Don't Cost A Cent, by Steve Goodier
This simple checklist can help measure how you are nurturing your relationships.
The author of these thoughts is unknown, but deeply appreciated.
The Gift of Listening
But you must really listen. Don't interrupt, don't daydream, don't plan your
response. Just listen.
The Gift of Affection
Be generous with appropriate hugs, kisses, pats on the back and handholds. Let
these small actions demonstrate the love you have for family and friends...
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Money and Budgeting -
5 Reasons Why We
Fail To Save Money, by Sherry Tingley
Money makes the world go round. That is something
we all have to admit. We often try to save money but once spring sales or
holiday sales kick in, we blow all our savings and soon we have a zero balance
at the bank.
Sales can affect your buying decisions and sometimes lead you to ignore your
budgeting plans. We also have a tendency to buy things. A lot of purchases that
we make are really for things that aren't really needed.
Apart from binge spending what else stops us from saving money? Here are a few
things why we fail to save enough money...
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