Copyright (c) 2010 United Press International, Inc. All Rights Reserved. http://www.upi.com/ - UPI.com en-us Thu, 11 Mar 2010 19:17:10 America/New_York 144 32 http://www.upi.com/ http://www.upi.com/img/upi-new-small.gif http://www.religionandspirituality.com/view/post/1268163995398/ By: Annette Bridges It’s hard to believe that I had almost forgotten that March was National Women’s History Month. I think the women (and men, too, for that matter) who capture my greatest respect are those who do whatever it takes to overcome some impossible obstacle. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 14:46:47 -0500 http://www.religionandspirituality.com/view/post/1268068651436/ By: Annette Bridges I’ve always been told that good communication begins with good listening. And I’ve often wondered how many misunderstandings and conflicts could have been avoided by better listening. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 12:17:45 -0500 http://www.religionandspirituality.com/view/post/1267826936508/ By: Joyce Shafer There’s a contrast in the idea that you have to work at allowing yourself to be open to receive what you desire. Without meaning to, you block or delay receiving if you “work” at allowing it. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 17:09:04 -0500 http://www.religionandspirituality.com/view/post/1267594366829/ By: Annette Bridges Arrogance will poison any relationship — whether the relationship is between husbands and wives, parents and children, bosses and their employees, or leaders and their constituents. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:33:03 -0500 http://www.religionandspirituality.com/view/post/1267483229226/ By: Diana deRegnier There can be no worse pain than for a parent to lose a child to suicide. In my journey, I had to decide to reach beyond anguish for peace and healing. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 17:42:44 -0500 http://www.religionandspirituality.com/view/post/1267335877883/ By: Diana deRegnier "Catching the Light" speaks to the bereaved and to anyone who loves someone who grieves. Sun, 28 Feb 2010 00:44:55 -0500 http://www.religionandspirituality.com/view/post/1267215034675/ By: Joyce Shafer Concepts about Give and Receive influence your choices and outcomes. Misunderstood or misconstrued concepts can lead to frustration. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 15:10:42 -0500 http://www.religionandspirituality.com/view/post/1266970319106/ By: Annette Bridges Perhaps we’ve all thrown one of these at least once in our lives. Maybe we know some folks who throw one every day. My favorite occasion for a pity party is when I’m feeling unappreciated and misunderstood. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 19:12:15 -0500 http://www.religionandspirituality.com/view/post/1266613704640/ By: Joyce Shafer Goals and desired outcomes seem to come in two flavors: the ones easier to achieve and the ones we struggle with. There’s a word you can apply to both that can shift the quality of your experiences and take some of the “charge” out of struggle. Fri, 19 Feb 2010 16:09:00 -0500 http://www.religionandspirituality.com/view/post/1266531752175/ By: Debbie Milam As a parent the hardest thing to do is watch and experience your children’s behavioral problems. I am thrilled to share with you an information packed interview with James Lehman. James is a behavioral therapist and the creator of The Total Transformati Thu, 18 Feb 2010 17:22:49 -0500 http://www.religionandspirituality.com/view/post/1266429831151/ By: Annette Bridges No matter their gender, age, nationality or sport, Olympic athletes exude a spirit of endeavor that inspires me to keep reaching for my own dreams and goals. And I want to cheer them on as they reach for theirs! Wed, 17 Feb 2010 13:04:07 -0500 http://www.religionandspirituality.com/view/post/1266155633595/ By: Margaret Benefiel, PhD This Valentine’s Day, let William Penn’s words about love be your guide. Sun, 14 Feb 2010 08:53:58 -0500 http://www.religionandspirituality.com/view/post/1265913426232/ By: Joyce Shafer Your gift is what you do in your unique way. Ironically, you may do it so naturally, you don’t recognize it for what it is or realize what you might do with it. Thu, 11 Feb 2010 13:37:12 -0500 http://www.religionandspirituality.com/view/post/1265858579976/ By: Mama Donna Henes Are you cyclically confused? In a ceremonial quandary? Completely clueless? Wonder no more. The What, When, Where, Why, How, and Who of Ceremony & Spirituality Wed, 10 Feb 2010 22:23:08 -0500 http://www.religionandspirituality.com/view/post/1265745649685/ By: Joyce Shafer All the strategies, systems, programs, books you’ve invested in that haven’t shifted your prosperity or life experience may have missed one key point. You may not realize approval, rather than value-for-value, is your imprinted “currency” exchange. Tue, 09 Feb 2010 15:00:56 -0500 http://www.religionandspirituality.com/view/post/1265736503617/ By: Diana deRegnier "The Age of Stupid," a 2009 docudrama set in 2055, asks "What state of mind were we in to face extinction and simply shrug it off?" Tue, 09 Feb 2010 12:37:29 -0500 http://www.religionandspirituality.com/view/post/1265397848334/ By: Joyce Shafer When you feel out of balance and want to shift this, you have to get your thoughts, emotions, and attitude shifted to a better energy level before you do anything else. An attitude improved even a small amount opens your mind to possibilities. Fri, 05 Feb 2010 14:24:33 -0500 http://www.religionandspirituality.com/view/post/1265222965320/ By: Margaret Benefiel, PhD Does the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland have a soul? Wed, 03 Feb 2010 13:51:34 -0500 http://www.religionandspirituality.com/view/post/1265145768471/ By: Annette Bridges If you’re like me, to stop procrastinating is easier said than done. But I’m getting tired of promising myself that I won’t wait until the last minute next time. I’m putting a stop to putting it off! Tue, 02 Feb 2010 16:22:59 -0500 http://www.religionandspirituality.com/view/post/1264868390840/ By: Joyce Shafer Many individuals don’t go after their dream because they don’t think they can, should, it’s too small, or “don’t know” what it is. Are any of these holding you back? Sat, 30 Jan 2010 11:19:58 -0500 http://www.religionandspirituality.com/view/post/1264693701124/ By: Anita Revel 2010 arrived on the back of a gorgeous blue moon, and with it a renewed sense of hope. Thu, 28 Jan 2010 10:49:31 -0500 http://www.religionandspirituality.com/view/post/1264681448662/ By: Margaret Benefiel, PhD Have you broken your New Year’s resolutions yet? Have you been part of a failed organizational change effort? If so, you’re not alone. Thu, 28 Jan 2010 07:25:24 -0500 http://www.religionandspirituality.com/view/post/1264615626306/ By: Annette Bridges Maybe traveling isn’t as easy as it once was. Maybe it takes longer to get where you want to go and do what you want to do. Why should you stop going and stay home? Wed, 27 Jan 2010 13:07:17 -0500 http://www.religionandspirituality.com/view/post/1264355109605/ By: Joyce Shafer I’m a solopreneur who enjoys what I do; so I was amazed when I woke one morning not wanting to do any of it! I had to assess what had happened and flip it. Sun, 24 Jan 2010 12:45:22 -0500 http://www.religionandspirituality.com/view/post/1263998647974/ By: Joyce Shafer Be perfect or be on purpose? Which one of these has been “driving your bus” so far? If you or someone you know struggles with perfectionism, can this hold you back from living on purpose? Wed, 20 Jan 2010 09:44:17 -0500