NATURAL HEALTH & HEALINGVol. 2 No. 5 * January 2009The Endocrine Systemcontrols, stimulates & regulates the growth cycle, sleep cycle, reproductive cycle, & nutritional cycle of the body. The glands & organs of the endocrine system produce & regulate hormones in the bloodstream. The hormones produced give signals to organs, body systems, & cycles to work & to do their jobs.FOODS THAT HEALPearsdemulcent - nutritive - tonicUses: diarrhea, enlarged liver, excessive thirst,fevers, gonorrhea, gout, hemorrhoids, lungs, & poor appetite. endocrine systemNutritional Value: PotassiumHERBAL THERAPYParsley (Petroselinum crispum)Habitat: IranParts Used: leavesFoods to use herb with: soups, pesto, tomato sauce, vegetablesHerbs/spices that blend well with parsley: garlic, lemon zest, fennelMedicinal Uses/Properties: antioxidant, arthritis, heart, thyroidAROMATHERAPYIncense/Oil/Flower: Ylang Ylang (Cananga odcrata)Aroma: Sweet floweryAction: Relaxes & soothes the body. Uplifts the mind & spirit.Use oil in oil burner.Habitat: Madagascar
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Posted by Sophia Bailey on January 1, 2009 at 6:06am
Greetings Happy New Year!I've spent this week reflecting and evaluating the past year and thinking about the things I want to create during 2009. Even with the best intentions for the coming year, I know that this could again be one of the worst years for a lot of people as the world moves through the economic downturn.As many as 600000 people could lose their jobs in Britain next year,The number of people unable to cope with their levels of debt is expected to soar to record levels in 2009Our connectedness means that if one person is affected, we are all affected, so in awareness of that we must be prepared to think ahead and outside the box.Nobody knows if they will be the next one to lose their job or face insolvency. For most of us, our mindset in our present situation, does not contain the mindset that will provide a solution should we be affected by something unexpected.For 2009 to be one of our best years, despite being predicted as one of the worst in history, we will need to evolve and maintain a mindset which attains successful outcomes despite the odds. We must reinvent ourselves as people with the foresight to succeed no matter what."Success often comes to those who have the aptitude to see way down the road." Laing Burns, Jr.The good thing is, there is an energy of abundance and creation in the air! We've been feeling it for months and this is why despite everything we still feel excited about what the coming year has in store. This energy of increase is something we can all access if we learn how to use our intuition and stay focussed.So as a New Year eve message, this year I am sending you some guidance which will help you create 2009 as your best year ever. The articles below, written by PPSN members will help you overcome lack of focus, provide expert guidance, learn how to use your intuition, adopt a code for living, make powerful re-Solutions and decide what you will create in 2009.I've been blessed to connect with some amazing people and look forward to meeting and working with even more of you in the coming year.Enjoy!Blessed BeSophia Xxp.s January 09 Events to follow__________________________________The 7 Strategic Steps to Overcoming a Lack of Focus by Sophia BaileyIf everything is possible where do I start!With so much going on in our heads how can we possibly focus on something new?Without clarity, focus and discipline we are blinded to the many opportunities before us and held back from even the simplest forms of action. If there was ever a time in history where we had the opportunity to achieve our dreams, it is right now but without focus we are in very real danger of simply letting the opportunities pass us by.I put together these seven simple steps to overcoming a lack of focus, for anyone has so much on their mind they find they cant concentrate. If you are sleeping well, eating right and are in good physical health but lack of focus is still a problem for you, these 7 steps will go a long way. .......... (more on the link below)http://theppsn.ning.com/profiles/blogs/the-7-strategic-steps-toDayo Olumo's 2008 Year in reviewEach year at this time, I resolve that "Next year is going to be the best year of my life!" How about you do the same thing to! Resolve today to make next year your best year ever, and then write down seven things that would happen to you if it genuinely was your best year. I learnt this from one of my teachers, Brian Tracy. ........... (more on the link below)http://theppsn.ning.com/profiles/blogs/dayo-olomus-2008-year-inMaking Effective New Year re-Solutions by Roger MillarWhat have you done this Christmas?Ate a lot?Drank a lot?Slept a lot?Met family and friends?Watched Xmas TV?Bemoaned certain presents?Great. I believe the best gift we can have at xmas is the gift of timeTime can be a blessing or a curse depending on how we utilise it............ (more on the link below)http://theppsn.ning.com/profiles/blogs/making-effective-new-yearWhat will you create in 2009 by Nadia HarperWhat will you manifest when you really understand your Power ?What will it take for you to finally own, your Power?What is Your Power?This is my Question to you, Do you really understand that your life is your own creation,What do I mean by that ? .......... (more on the link below)http://theppsn.ning.com/forum/topics/what-will-you-create-in-2009Awareness / Intuition by Makeda BernardHow often do you listen to your intuition, AND follow it?As we approach 2009 a time for transition, our lives have been giving us signals about what's working and what's not working for some time. Some of us have developed a habit of not listening to 'our selves'............ (more on the link below)To read more visit…http://theppsn.ning.com/forum/topics/awareness-intuitionA Code of Conduct for Living by Sophia BaileyThis code of conduct is based on a meditative practice I use to attain balance, focussing on different chakra's alongside the paragraphs below..Give Yourself LoveIn this material environment we tend to be very hard on ourselves, concentrating on the things we do not yet have or have not yet achieved instead of the many tasks we manage to accomplish each day. You may not have got the ten things done as you'd like but you may have been able to accomplish five of them. Well done!......... (more on the link below)http://theppsn.ning.com/profiles/blogs/a-code-of-conduct-for-livingRead more…
Hello I would like to say Happy Happy New Year to all you hard working ladies out there. Its about 14 mins til 2009. I want to say thanks to everyone for making me feel welcomed, and giving me all of their postive support. In the New Year its all about getting more wisdom and learning everything I possibly can to take me and my team to the next level. Its not all about us just making a quick buck or wasting other peoples time with some get rich quick scheme or some lame cashgifting program. I don't think so, that is not how we fly...we reach our goals by keeping it real and and learning as much as we possibly can, through books, cds, and weekly phone calls also meeting up with one another from time to time (8 min. til 2009). Im so happy and feel so blessed to be here in this industry for the New Year. Have a blessed New Year. (4mins til 2009)I have so much Im going to share with everyone and I wish you all the best for 2009.
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My 2009 New Year's Resolution is to Help you with yours! If you want to boost your business in 2009, I want to help. After hours and hours of serious brainstorming, I decided to create the BBWO iHelp Center, a Small Business Help Center for the BBWO Community.
More than just a collection of eBooks and articles, the iHelp Center on BBWO features new video tutorials, webinars, teleseminars, and more. I really want you to see my Web Tips and Strategies in Action, so you can look forward to a TON of new videos and webinars on BBWO in 2009. Of course this is in addition to the great discussions, groups, and informative content that BBWO members are already creating.
This is going to be an even busier year for me, but don't worry I've got help! Richelle Shaw, our resident Small Business Expert, has agreed to help me help you. Richelle and I will be co-hosting monthly Small Business Webinars in addition to our Women of Color Small Business Training Program.
Turn Your Small Business into a Smart Business
That is what we want to help you do in 2009! Visit the new iHelp Center and Get Started:
http://sistapreneurs.ning.com/page/ihelp-center
Happy New Year!
LaShanda
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Hello!Happy New Year to you and yours! From A Writers POV has been updated for the January Edition. We have tons of this going on and a lot of new things to check out!First, Writing Events are back! Check out the latest Writing event for February!Second, Business Interviews & Ads have arrived! We have two interviews to check out this month with Geri Ahearn & Sharen Rooks!*New Get in the Spotlight question*New Articles!*We are also looking for poem writers to display their poems on our website.*Also, if you have an event going on in June or August, reserve your spot today for an Ad and Interview! and much more!So this new year, take the time to stop by our magazine and read the January 2009 Edition. You will love what's inside!------------------------*Don't forget to register your book!!! http://fromawriterspov.webs.com/registeryourbook.htmAlso, have you read our monthly articles? If not, view them here: http://fromawriterspovarticles.webs.comWe look forward to hearing from you!Thanks,From A Writers POVwww.fromawriterspov.webs.com
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Leave disease and illness in 2008, renew your mind daily on The Well-Side.For many years I suffered with several illnesses and was told that it was normal. Then I realized the importance of food and how it can heal the body. I released my ownership of disease and illness and decided to choose Wholeness. I can hear my body more clearly; I make better choices, and live with the respect of self and others.So I ask you, “What are you possessing?” On this last day of 2008 make the choice to renew your Total Body-Consciousness daily by making choices that add to you.You no longer have to live a life where food is your enemy.Tips to come to The Well-SideAche or pain - find the root cause of the issue before using medication to mask the symptom.Proactive - ask questions when you visit your care provider, know your body, never take possession of a diagnosis, seek options to make an informed choice to eradicate the cause of the illness.Self-Love – respect yourself enough to get the proper rest (no just sleeping), take time to spend alone to meditate/pray, be honest with yourself and others, know when and how to say “NO!”Leave the baggage behind – let go of foods you know are not working for you. Stop trying to convince yourself that this is the last time, find an alternative.Recreate – if you do not like your reflection change it. Stop receiving how others define you and create yourself for who you are (Be-come who you desire to BE). You make your own reality.Exercise – do it. Start small and increase but get started. Walk, jump rope, roller skate, run, play with your children, too many options for excuses.If you do not make these changes for yourself think of those who love and care for you, do it for them. Why shorten your life when you can live a long abundant life.“Total Body-Consciousness possess yours in 2009”Say this until you begin to live it “Wellness is Mine in 2009!”
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Posted by Nadira Haniff on December 16, 2008 at 8:00pm
Entrepreneurs here are 7 of the most essential aspects of MARKETING YOU CANNOT MISS FOR 2009 to get off to a QUICK START and moving into PROFIT1) Work on establishing your TARGET MARKET. Sounds simple? Yes it is BUT it does require some research, brainstorming and fine tuning2) Decide on which NICHES you are going to work in and brainstorm on the best ways to get to that niche. You need to get to the places where you niche congregates3) Put together a MARKETING STRATEGY to get your entire marketing plan and execution of that plan in place. The majority of entrepreneurs miss this because it seems straightforward. . Your MARKETING STRATEGY has to be clearly define and broken down into pieces ready for action4) Get your LEADERSHIP in gear. Nothing goes too far without strong leadership and decision making. So get into the mode of honing your leadership skills. People want to follow those who they feel are going somewhere SPECIAL5) TIME MANAGEMENT - this one appears so easy. Yet 98% of marketers struggle with time and a tremendous amount of time is lost daily. Carving out specific and precise times to work on your business is NON-NEGOTIABLE6) Develop your MARKETING / REVENUE MODEL. This will define how you monetize every visitor to your website and how you are positioned to maximize your PROFITS daily, weekly, monthly and yearly. This is where the rubber meets the road and can make or break you if your model is not properly defined7) TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE. The marketplace is ripe for the taking as I write this. It means you the Entrepreneur really need to get your game on and set up your business so you reap MAXIMUM PROFITS and you are not playing the hit and miss blunder of marketing.We have an upcoming TELE-SEMINAR this Thursday @ 9:30pm EST which covers all 7 aspects mentioned above. The TELE-SEMINAR delivers over 8 weeks of learning in one shot with ROCK SOLID, Live, Explosive Tactics to implement WITHIN 24 HOURS.Take your business to a new level TODAY.REGISTER HERE: www.ExplosiveTeleSeminars.comNadirawww.180DaysToGreatness.comFollow me on Twitter www.twitter.com/nadirahaniffcoach@nadirahaniff.com
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Posted by Nadira Haniff on November 26, 2008 at 1:00am
THE LAW OF COUNTABILITYThe ‘Law Of Countability’ as described by John Maxwell, is a critical one in building teams and in effective teamwork. This is especially crucial when the stakes are high.People working towards a common goal, depend on the input and execution of tasks by each other. In fact tasks and accomplishment hinge on each other completing theirs. So the ‘Law Of Countability’ is not only important, but it ultimately determines the altitude a team will get to.Maxwell says the formula for ‘Countability’ is not complicated but its impact is powerfulThe formula for ‘Countability’ is as follows:1. CHARACTER: Character makes trust possible. Trust makes leadership possible. I you cannot trust someone, you will not count on them. Building a team, begins with building character in the individuals who make up the team2. COMPETENCE: Competence matters. Without competence, one person can put the entire team in jeopardy. Without competence the burden of the other teamsters become heavier3. COMMITMENT: Teams succeed or fail based on the commitment of teamsters to each other and the team. If a good team player ‘breaks a leg’ the others carry him to the top of the mountain. Many a time it is not about being the first one to the top of the mountain but that the whole team makes it to the top of the mountain4. CONSISTENCY: Consistency in a team is a key component. It keeps the flow of teamwork and reduces the need for other players to add to their work load if everyone stays consistent. Your consistency builds great confidence in you by you teammates5. COHESION: Cohesion is the glue which holds a team together. It is the journey to a worthwhile common goal that gives a team its identity and provides a foundation on which a team stands on. Maxwell describes it as ‘a pride in the ability of your group to function at a higher level than possible for the individual. The unit doesn’t shine because you’re a member, you shine because you’re good enough to be a member”Maxwell continues, “Without cohesion people aren’t really a team because they’re not pulling together. They’re merely a group of individuals working for the same organization.” So today as a leader or an aspiring leader, ask yourself, ‘Am I a team player?’ And do I have and exhibit the characteristics above clearly, in a manner that my team depends on it?” Your answer will tell you the whole story…Nadira Haniffwww.180DaysToGreatness.comwww.180DaysToProfit.comFollow me on Twitter www.twitter.com/nadirahaniffEmail: coach@nadirahaniff.com
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Posted by Nadira Haniff on November 11, 2008 at 1:00am
Entrepreneurs today are struggling. A few are earning but the greater majority of people are not able to earn enough to sustain themselves in businessYes the economy is damp but business stimulates the economy. So the need for entrepreneurs is greatToday I see an incredible interest in business and more are taking the plunge headlong into entrepreneurship. Commendable & I applaud youHowever, the statistics of entrepreneurs making money is not on the rise. In fact, the numbers are staggeringNow, being in business and staying in business does call for some overhead dollars. Even the basics – maintaining a website, small advertisements etc. The struggle is, entrepreneurs without a foundation in business or no hands on real marketing plan are destined to go around in circles for yearsSo many get ensnared in all the gimmicks online and set themselves back many yearsWinning in business hinges on solid business principles, a decision to win, robust skill set and a kick butt marketing, tactical plan of action – add daily support to reduce the window of errorsThere’s a huge difference between spoon feeding and giving people the right tools, skill set and game plan to go win in businessMost do not have a business background nor do they understand the changing face of marketing online and offlineBut as entrepreneurs today, if you don’t snap out of it, and begin separating fact from fiction on the internet and take responsibility for your future and business you are in for a bitter dose of reality – a lot of effort, no progress, no money and not too much further from where you startedThe dawn of a new era is here, listen to the call and move with a sense of urgency and get the answers – it’s your time!(This is for you if you are a small business owner, mlm marketer, internet marketer, entrepreneur, work from home, earn from home, direct marketing entrepreneur)Nadira180DaysToGreatness Creator & Coachwww.180DaysToGreatness.comFollow me on Twitter www.twitter.com/nadirahaniffEmail: coach@nadirahaniff.com
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Posted by Nadira Haniff on October 9, 2008 at 12:00am
My friends. Today is an incredible day. A day filled with hope and promises of great things to come. You have a feeling deep inside that you are a winner, you have what it takes to win in business - but there is this nagging feeling of how, how do I do it? You feel somewhat handicapped, somewhat unsure of your direction...The binary jungle of the internet is swarming with lures and traps - waiting for the unsuspecting. With 1.6 billion people traversing the internet and many are marketers, mlm networkers, business people of all sorts looking to increase their profits - the lures and traps are guaranteed to work. The promise of fast cash falling from heaven, like this
is emotional electricity - and will have you reaching in your already emptied pockets! So many gurus have worked their magic yet the numbers remain staggeringly high of those who fail in our industry - a whopping 95% or more!What's wrong with our people? Are they dull, lazy, just don't care for their families? What's wrong here? It is the tough question that you are going to be hard pressed to find a truthful answer...What I can tell you is:(1) You are a champion. You have the capability to do incredible things in life and win for you and your family(2) Choose a solid, stable company with great things to come in the next 5 years - ride the wave(3) Establish an identity for yourself. In the world of business, nothing is totally guaranteed. Be ready!(4) Winning in business, is not difficult - but it is very elusive - because the truth about winning in business is clouded & guarded. But remove that cloud and the real core of winning in business comes down to mind set & skill set. But it is a skillful blend in the world's best kept secret recipe! And in our very confusing world, most miss the right mix of those 2 ingredientsShout if you need help! Only then can you be heard:)I believe our world's greatest asset is our people. I respect those who move with a sense of urgency and are not paralyzed by the uncertainty of tomorrow...Together We Are UNSTOPPABLE...Nadirawww.thecalltogreatness.comwww.180daystogreatness.comFollow me on Twitter www.twitter.com/nadirahaniffEmail: coach@nadirahaniff.com
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Posted by Nadira Haniff on September 11, 2008 at 12:00am
HAVE A PLAN BWe are into another fast moving week! The news headlines are somewhat gloomy with all the economic pressures that people are dealing with. Today, I spoke with a 57 year old, wonderful woman. She was in tears describing to me her job of the past 20 years, from which she was just let go. I felt awful for her, not so much because she was laid off, but because she has no Plan B in place. Her Plan A (job) is now in shambles, and without a Plan B working for her, she is on shaky grounds. Her financial house is swaying with the times. Not a great place to be for sure. In fact a very uncertain place. So the message today is, don't wait until your Plan A is in jeopardy to get your Plan B going. Job security is fading into the past. Relying on anyone besides yourself is a bad play. The sooner you recognize that, the quicker you can get a Plan B set up and firing to stabilize and secure your financial house. Don't get caught with your pants down!If you have a Plan B (your business) already set up, then you've got to kick into high gear and accelerate your growth. Your business needs to be organized so that it brings in short term income and you build towards the long term residuals, without quitting along the way. Let's do it!TIME WAITS FOR NO MAN or WOMANThere is one commodity which is so slippery that many times it escapes and we are not quite sure where it may have disappeared to. Once gone this commodity is irretrievable. What is that commodity? It's TIME!One clear reason that many home based business owners have a tough time getting off the ground is time management. It is poorly addressed.A large portion of home based business owners are working part time or in some cases full time. So yes, time is limited in any given day. Add family, overtime, errands and a number of miscellaneous issues, and yes, it does narrow the time down. However, despite this limited time frame to work your business, it is possible to run a super successful business.But the fact is, your business will work when it is treated like a business. And for your business to work for you and return a profit - you have to work it! Below is a simple chart to use to allocate time. Time is divided into 8 groups. For example 'Household Tasks' may include, sweeping, washing dishes, laundry etc. So put your activities into one of the 8 groups. For everyone, your situation is unique. So work with that. Now, for 1 week, you need to track yourself diligently and fairly. No cheating. You would be amazed to see where the hours are disappearing."Time is what we want most, but... what we use worst" ~William Penn24 HOUR CHALLENGE
(1) Make a chart like this. Keep it simple. Don't complicate things. This is a daily tracking device. So you would need to duplicate this 7 times for the 7 days of the week to track accurately.(2) Be aware of time. Be conscious how you are spending your time, so you can record effectively. The numbers in the 'Hours' column are a sample. As you track your time, you will insert the correct numbers for the day there and eventually totaling up for the week.(3) Track yourself for this week, today all the way to Sunday, and account for your time. No cheating!(4) Assess where your time is going by the end of the week.(5) Are you happy with the way your week went? Did you get the results you were planning to achieve this week? If not, you must change some things around. For your business to turn a profit, time has to be allocated to engage in the revenue producing activities which would allow you to earn a profit.(6) So let's get pro active about our future and make today count.
It is indeed the perfect day to talk about LEADERSHIP and LEADING WITH STRENGTH. Leadership is one of my favorite topics of discussion because it encompasses so much and also can be interpreted in several different ways & styles.A leader is someone who assumes that role. Sometimes we have leadership thrust upon us, but nevertheless, that role has to be accepted. How many times have you heard "be the leader people are looking for"? I am sure many times. But how does one become the leader people are looking for? What steps do we take to get to that point?We have discussed several of those steps this week, but in a nutshell let's recap. Leadership is not a role that is favored by many in the corporate world or otherwise, because it comes with responsibility and expectations. It comes with being there when it is expected for you to be there. But in as much the role of a leader maybe somewhat big to fill, it has the sweetness of all the rewards that we seek. Financial & spiritual as well as many other aspects of our life.So having said that. And knowing that as networkers and business folks we want to be the leader people are looking for...let's simplify and implement step by step...it doesn't have to be overwhelming or intimidating... just embrace each step one at a time...TOP 10 DEEP UNDERSTANDING OF A LEADER(1) A leader is mentally prepared to move forward steadily(2) A leader has a game plan laid out to follow(3) A leader understands that the plan is not set in stone, but will need fine tuning(4) A leader believes with all his/her heart and soul in the himself(5) A leader believes with all his heart in the mission(6) A leader believes with all his heart in his/ her team(7) A leader knows that failure is not an option even though he/she may fail forward(8) A leader is prepared to be in the front line of battle, doing it first(9) A leader knows that there are many challenges ahead(10) A leader knows that there is no prize without the price & so begins with the end in mind...Teamsters, go forward boldly and become the leader that's in you...it's there, just believe and follow with action...Nadira Haniff/ Coachwww.NadiraHaniff.comwww.180DaysToGreatness.comFollow My Twitter www.twitter.com/nadirahaniffEmail: coach@nadirahaniff.com
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