Make Yor Life an Exciting Journey of Discovery

Posted on November 15, 2013 by savi0043

Make Your Life an Exciting Journey of Discovery
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Mark_T_Susnow]Mark T Susnow

When is the right time to begin something new, to break your routine and begin a new adventure? It could be a new business endeavor, moving, or a change in relationship status. It could be a spiritual practice. It might even be taking a vacation for an extended period of time giving you a chance to create a new paradigm for your life.

Think about what goes into getting away. You have to block out a period of time and you have concerns that while you’re gone, things will fall apart without you or you’ll miss out on that big opportunity.

Changing our patterns for a period of time takes practice. It involves leaving the familiar and exploring new territory, which isn’t always comfortable. And there is always that critical voice of judgment that you wish you could silence. “You’re not being practical. Wait until the economy picks us. Wait until “this” happens, the “this” being something that might or might not happen in the future. So we hesitate and don’t take action. We never reach our full potential. A year goes by and then another and nothing has changed.

There are always going to be voices that get in the way of our moving forward in our lives especially if that is what we focus on. We have to keep filling our tanks on a daily basis with inspiration. Inside of us is another voice that I call the Voice of Inspiration and Praise, VIP, that says, “Yes, you can. You can do it, go for it.” The voice that reminds you to have faith that it’s all going to work out.

The challenge is to recognize and listen to it. It doesn’t necessarily show up in the way we expect and is more prevalent than we realize. It’s a voice, an attitude that needs to be cultivated on a daily basis.

As you know I’m a firm believer in synchronicity-those chance encounters that change your life, those remarkable meetings. When I was a young lawyer, one evening a friend told me of a magical swimming hole along a river in Humboldt County. I had just resolved a case that was set for trial and had nothing on my schedule for the next week. I got my car ready, filled up the tank and off I went with my guitar, my dog, and sleeping bag and drove north, arriving at the river just as the sun was setting.

In the morning I awoke at the crack of dawn in search of the swimming hole. I knew that if I hiked upstream I would get there. I continued on my way until a camper offered me some food and coffee. Although I found myself getting hungry and a little bit tired, I said, “No thanks” to the kind invitation, “I want to get to the swimming hole.”
After another twenty yards I turned around and said, “That coffee sounds good.”

I enjoyed the breakfast. As it turned out, the camper had a guitar and we played music for quite some time. I was full in more ways than one. After thanking the camper, I was ready to be on my way. It was what the camper said in the next few moments that has perhaps made the greatest impact in my life.

“Hey man, the journey you take is probably more important than your destination. Enjoy yourself. Enjoy the journey.” I enjoyed the rest of the hike and the swimming hole was fabulous.

Since that meeting, I have taken his advice to heart. It has affected every aspect of my life. There’s no better time than now to enjoy your life and experience it as an exciting journey of discovery. Instead of waiting for that ideal relationship, enjoy life exactly as it is. Instead of feeling despair about finding meaning and purpose in your life, enjoy the inquiry. Instead of waiting for that big opportunity, enjoy what you’re doing.

There will always be something in the way, which if you focus on it, will affect your ability to enjoy life. You will be tested repeatedly in some manner. Each day you’ll have to renew your commitment, but eventually it becomes a way of life. There are eight daily practices and rituals that have supported me on my journey.

1. Take time each day for quiet reflection in the morning including expressing gratitude. It sets the tone for the day.

2. While driving in your car, listen to motivational or conscious music, rather than listening to the news or what’s on the various am stations.

3. Make sure that on a daily basis you are in contact with people who inspire and support you. Don’t hesitate to take the first step and reach out.

4. Take time to commune in nature.

5. Eat healthy; drink plenty of water and get exercise. This is a choice that you make over and over again that eventually becomes a healthy habit.

6. Don’t forget to smile and make sure you make someone else smile.

7. In the evening, take some time to read a personal growth or spiritual book, even if it’s just for a few minutes.

8. Reflect upon the most special moment of the day as you are falling asleep. No matter what happened during the day, you have a choice as to how you think about it.

So there you have it. When are you planning your next adventure? You know I love to hear from you. Feel free to share Letters on Life with those in your circle.

Enjoy the journey,

Mark

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When is the right time to begin something new, to break your routine and begin a new adventure? It could be a new business endeavor, moving, or a change in relationship status. It could be a spiritual practice. It might even be taking a vacation for an extended period of time giving you a chance to create a new paradigm for your life. Think about what goes into getting away. You have to block out a period of time and you have concerns that while you’re gone, things will fall apart without you or you’ll miss out on that big opportunity.

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Classic Thanksgiving Recipes

Posted on November 14, 2013 by savi0043

It’s that time of year again. Time to start looking for some great Thanksgiving dinner recipes. In my family I am in charge of this dinner and I want to satisfy myself and my family. I do this by trying new recipes.

Classic Thanksgiving Recipes
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Catherine_Olivia]Catherine Olivia

It’s that time of year again. Time to start looking for some great Thanksgiving dinner recipes. In my family I am in charge of this dinner and I want to satisfy myself and my family. I do this by trying new recipes. This way I’m challenged when time comes to cook, and my family gets their old tried and true Thanksgiving favorites and gets to try some new dishes, some of which may become tried and true too!

It’s easy to do an internet search for Thanksgiving menu ideas. If you do this you’ll end up with millions of search results, but how do you know you can trust a recipe? There are hundreds of thousands of food blogs out there and frankly, not all the recipes are good. The way you know you can trust a recipe is it’s source. It doesn’t necessarily have to come from a “food site” but, if it’s referenced it should be from a cook book, or other trusted source, such as a well known chef, and that source should be named.

So what are some tasty and easy Thanksgiving dinner ideas? How about a new twist on stuffing? Try a stuffing with Sausage, Apple and Sage, or maybe even a homemade Chestnut Stuffing. How about adding a cranberry side dish such as Fresh Cranberry Orange Compote or making a tangy Cranberry Apple Chutney? These Thanksgiving side dish recipes are quick and easy.

Make sure that you use the turkey giblets to make a homemade turkey broth. A homemade turkey broth is the only way you can assure you’re going to get the best flavor out of your stuffing. A well seasoned turkey broth truly makes all the difference in the outcome of your dishes. I wouldn’t consider making Madeira Gravy without my homemade stock.

If you’ve never cooked a turkey, or if you simply want a reminder it’s also easy to find tips on cooking a turkey online. Year after year I make notes about my dinner. I may have cooked too much of one thing and not enough of another. My family may not have liked a new dish or may have. Making notes after cooking my Thanksgiving dinner is a way I remember from one year to the next.

One of the tricks to successful Thanksgiving dinner is not just the recipes, it’s knowing how to time the dishes. Every year I make a time-line for cooking. This way I’m assured that all my stuffing, vegetables and side-dishes come out perfectly cooked, and all at the same time. This way when we sit down to eat everything is hot and ready. Having a time-line also takes stress off of me. All I have to do is follow my list and I know that everything will be under control.

Don’t forget to ask family members to bring a dish to your dinner. Share your Thanksgiving recipes with them. Maybe you can ask a sister-in-law to make a side-dish of Pearl Onions au Gratin and ask your mother to make the Bourbon Cranberry Sauce and have your sister make the Campbell’s Green Bean Casserole. Perhaps you can assign each of them a dessert item like a Strawberry Trifle or Red Velvet Cake.

We love hosting our family, I enjoy trying new recipes and they enjoy tasting new dishes. It’s a win-win situation for us!

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Success Stories: Making Them Happen for You

Posted on November 1, 2013 by savi0043

True success stories do not happen overnight generally. Winning the lottery is not one of the true success stories-it is just a case of someone getting lucky. Whether you want to lose weight, start your own business, move up the corporate ladder, or just be a success in your own home, there are things that you can do to be successful.

Success Stories: Making Them Happen for You
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Eriani_Doyel]Eriani Doyel

True success stories do not happen overnight generally. Winning the lottery is not one of the true success stories-it is just a case of someone getting lucky. Whether you want to lose weight, start your own business, move up the corporate ladder, or just be a success in your own home, there are things that you can do to be successful. So, the next time you see those success stories on the news or in your favorite magazine, don’t just walk away and say “that will never happen to me.” Let the stories and the individuals in them inspire you to make something more of your life. Here are some principles you will find in success stories:
1. Make sure that you define success clearly for yourself. If you think that success would be to make a million dollars in the next 5 years, then that is your definition of success. Most people in success stories have clear goals and outcomes that they want to achieve before they even start out. These goals may change over time and the journey, but you must have something to work for.
2. Outline the steps to your success. Success stories are more than a beginning and an end. They have chapters in between. Set smaller attainable goals which lead up to your big goal of success. For instance, if you want to lose 50 pounds in year, you will need to lose about 1 pound a week. Set goals that will help you to reach that.
3. Enjoy the journey. When people are writing success stories they will have many victories along the way. Document and celebrate those victories. Give yourself a reward-even if it is just a pat on the back and saying “You did it!” This can be a time to refocus on your goal.
4. Changes happen. Anyone who has ever traveled knows that things happen which change your plans. They may be as small as a speed bump, or as big as a fork in the road or a dead end. When the big things happen, you can pick up and start again or you can change your goal and head out again. Failure only happens when you stop trying.

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Why Should You Become an Blogger? Here’s 7 Reasons Why

Posted on October 30, 2013 by savi0043

“A Blogger has more credibility… ” I’ve been a blogger for at least 3 years now, and I have not never stopped blogging. It is a way to create rapports outside of what’s in the physical being. Whether it be for your business or something more personal, blogging helps. Here’s some reasons why:

Why Should You Become an Blogger? Here’s 7 Reasons Why
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Chaunice_Morrison]Chaunice Morrison

“A Blogger has more credibility… ”

I’ve been a blogger for at least 3 years now, and I have not never stopped blogging. It is a way to create rapports outside of what’s in the physical being. Whether it be for your business or something more personal, blogging helps. Here’s some reasons why:

1. Self Employment/Business – If you have your own establishment you should start attracting consumers online; it attracts those looking for a certain niche, to you. It really does the job instead of you going out and looking for others. It has been said 60% of businesses who blog acquire more customers. A business should attract not seek.

2. Awareness – Stay on top of everything, bloggers, are usually more ahead of the general population. It’s always good to know something before hand.

3. Developing a Voice- Everyone opinions are entitled and this is a way a bloggers voice could be heard outside of their own shell. Like myself, I seldom speak but I can blog about things that I wouldn’t actually say. It definitely shows my intellectual side because people don’t think I have one, Lol. It helps, though, because a voice doesn’t have to be heard physically.

4. Networking This correlates with business, kinda. Through networking, bloggers have the opportunity to grasp attention towards those who are reading their content constantly; through this, it can convert it to sales.

5. Relationship/Sales – Developing a rapport with those who constantly read your content is always a win. People buy from those of whom they trust, not strangers. Always remember that as blogger, you want your readers to become familiar with you, so be yourself. Share interests, use slang, and again just be you.

6. Paradigm- When you become a blogger, you have to develop a time daily into your schedule and stick to it. It’s a good feeling to express daily and it’s also a good feeling knowing that someone is listening. Sometimes advice from strangers are the best advice. Trust, I know.

7. Investments- Majority of bloggers I’ve found out are investors which is so cool. If you have the potential you will make money with blogging. I’m happy to even be in this category and also be a blogger. Through blogging, as mentioned before, it attracts those who you want to read your content. And I’ve invested a lot of time into blogging which manifested into an good output.

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Social Media Marketing – 6 Steps To Greater Brand Awareness

Posted on October 20, 2013 by savi0043

Among the most widespread fallacies on the subject of social media marketing, is that it is really simple and effortless. After all, how difficult is it to transmit a handful of picture posts or tweets and status posts? Nevertheless, while social media may generally come to pass in a more casual, laid-back atmosphere, employing it as a flourishing marketing device requires time, research, and careful planning. If you’re unable to plan, then you prepare to fall short.

Social Media Marketing – 6 Steps To Greater Brand Awareness
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Brian_Lett]Brian Lett

Among the most widespread fallacies on the subject of social media marketing, is that it is really simple and effortless. After all, how difficult is it to transmit a handful of picture posts or tweets and status posts? Nevertheless, while social networking may generally come to pass in a more casual, laid-back atmosphere, employing it as a flourishing marketing device requires time, research, and careful planning. If you’re unable to plan, then you prepare to fall short.

Social media marketing can be very efficient, but developing a thorough plan set up is very important to supplying your social networking method the path and instruction it necessitates to have success.

To address all of the necessary aspects of social media marketing, I have developed a six factor guide that I will look at with you directly below.

1. Articulate Your Objectives

To begin with, you have to have the ability to grasp and communicate the reason you’re introducing social media marketing into your promotion initiatives. Precisely what do you hope to realize with social media marketing? Is your aspiration to drive brand knowledge? Maximize revenue? Advance customer support? Your reasons behind subscribing to social networking will change according to your organization’s unique needs, but whatever they are, it is vital that they are talked over and decided on.

2. Decide On Your Audience

Social media marketing excellence relies on highly engaging your target audience and building associations with them. In order to decide how you will contact them, precisely what you will say, precisely how you’ll say it, and where exactly you will say it. You will have to define who it is you’re seeking to reach out to. Just how old are they? What is their schooling level? Precisely what do they love? Where exactly do they live? Social media marketing is not a basic method. An agenda to reach one demographic may vary drastically from a system that could work with some other enterprise.

3. Prepare Your Posts

You would not offer a presentation to your Boss or a client without preparing. Going in without having a report, or at a minimum a summary of talking points, may very well be disastrous. Likewise, guessing on web 2.0 is not a good idea. In your process, decide on the type of material that you’ll be distributing on your networks. If your information is not suitable, intriguing, or important to your enthusiasts, or much worse, it bothers them, creating an expanding and intrigued social network will be terribly troublesome.

4. Select Your Areas

To a lot, social networking is equated with Facebook and Twitter. Though these two networks are the most well liked, and are rather workable options for many organizations, they’re only some of the alternatives in existence. For illustration, brands whose items have the prospect to create pleasantly engaging and appealing subject matter may wish to consist of Pinterest and Instagram in their social media marketing initiatives, along with Facebook and Twitter. Conversely, a company with a B2B concentration, and whose audience is business professionals or operatives may well opt to make LinkedIn the attention of their efforts.

5. Generate a Plan

In social media marketing, occasionally the right time can be everything. Reaching your target market often means beyond being where they may be, but additionally being there if they are. The right content in the right place is only beneficial if it is also at the proper time. Quite simply, if your followers are most lively on social media during early night time hours, really good content released in the morning hours may not be looked at. Make use of your analytics instruments to look at when the largest amount of interaction is, and time your information accordingly.

In addition to timing, you additionally really need to figure out the regularity of your posts. Will you post once a week? Once each and every day? Four times on a daily basis? Selecting the proper volume can be a gentle harmony. Submit too much and you’re quite likely going to frustrate your supporters, while submitting too rarely could make them disregard you.

6. Generate a Action Plan

At this moment it is time for you to see how that program will be performed. This includes setting up who will cope with the accounts internally, what programs will be employed to organize and keep an eye on accounts, in addition to what metrics you’ll use to specify and assess great outcomes.

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