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The Two-Headed Beast of Successful Habit Change
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2 Feb 2012 at 9:20am
Editor’s Note: This is a guest post from Tyler Tervooren of Advanced Riskology. I used to have a lot of bad habits. I still do, but I used to have a lot more. Here?s just a small sampling: I woke up late and went to bed early. I procrastinated on my most important work. I [...]
Create the Habit of Meditation, & the Zen Habits Premium Membership
by Leo
31 Jan 2012 at 3:03pm
Post written by Leo Babauta. It’s something I should have created a long time ago: the Zen Habits Premium Membership, and a mini-course that’s included with it called Create the Habit of Meditation. The membership is a monthly subscription of $19.99, but really it’s a commitment to changing your life, and the tools needed to [...]
Creating Silence from Chaos
by Leo
27 Jan 2012 at 3:20pm
Post written by Leo Babauta. We are often afraid of silence, because its emptiness feels idle, boring, unproductive, and scary. And so we fill our lives with chaos, noise, clutter. But silence can be lovely, and therapeutic, and powerful. It can be the remedy for our stress and the habits that crush us. If we [...]
The Habits That Crush Us
by Leo
23 Jan 2012 at 11:26am
‘Don’t panic.’ ~Douglas Adams Post written by Leo Babauta. Why is it that we cannot break the bad habits that stand in our way, crushing our desires to live a healthy life, be fit, simplify, be happier? How is it that our best intentions are nearly always beaten? We want to be focused and productive, [...]
Learning to Sit Alone, in a Quiet Empty Room
by Leo
17 Jan 2012 at 1:49pm
‘All men’s miseries derive from not being able to sit in a quiet room alone.’ ~Blaise Pascal Post written by Leo Babauta. Think about some of the problems of our daily lives, and how many of them would be eased if we could learn to sit alone, in a quiet empty room, with contentment. If [...]
Life as a Conscious Practice
by Leo
13 Jan 2012 at 9:15am
‘Everything is practice.’ ~Pele Post written by Leo Babauta. When we learn a martial art, or ballet, or gymnastics, or soccer ? we consciously practice movements in a deliberate way, repeatedly. By conscious, repeated practice, we become good at those movements. Our entire lives are like this, but we’re often less conscious of the practice. [...]
Your Top 10 Clutter Questions, Answered
by Leo
11 Jan 2012 at 11:33am
Post written by Leo Babauta. Decluttering is a skill that you learn with practice, just like any skill. And just like other skills, there are many little questions and problems you need answered and solved as you get started. Those of you taking the Clutterfat Challenge this month are facing these problems, and I’m here [...]
Clearing Your Life for a New Year
by Leo
9 Jan 2012 at 12:55pm
Post written by Leo Babauta. Every January, people rush out and get a gym membership, set a list of goals or resolutions, and get ready to take on a new year of frenetic activity. Unfortunately, we don’t often clear space to make room for all this new stuff. The beginning of the year is a [...]
How to Tackle Your Clutter
by Leo
6 Jan 2012 at 12:19pm
Post written by Leo Babauta. So you’ve been putting off tackling your clutter for months, maybe even years. Papers pile up on a counter, shelves are crammed full of books and magazines and other things, closets are stuffed to the point of spillage, clothes pile up on the floor or furniture, boxes and furniture and [...]
How to Have the Best Year of Your Life (without Setting a Single Goal)
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5 Jan 2012 at 9:15am
Editor’s note: This is a guest post from Jeff Goins of Goins, Writer. This new year, do something different: stop setting goals. If the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again expecting different results, then making resolutions for another year is a sure-fire way to drive yourself crazy. I did [...]

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New Start

Here is your Tuesday STORY on: Where are you going to be in the near future? Wisdom rarely tries to equip you for your future, other than promotes the virtues of planning. However, the one important factor that has so many attributes is to get the period right NOW under control and everything that emanates from it will be good. So it would appear to follow that if you wanted a bright and successful future, all you need to do is to start getting the NOW under control. How you perceive the NOW is the plan for your future. Habit will take you where you've always been, break that habit and develop the NOW so your future improves. Today's story illustrates how we become blinkered in our approach. DO NOT ACT LIKE AN ELEPHANT! In India, elephants are used for manual labour. When an elephant is small and weighs approximately 200 pounds, it is securely tied with a heavy-duty rope. In between "jobs, " the elephant tries to break through its limitation. The calf whines and tugs and even tries to chew through the rope, but it is unable to break free. Finally, the elephant gives up its will. He accepts his circumstances. His spirit is broken. The elephant believes there is absolutely no chance to free himself and overcome his "limitation." This is recognized as a "defining moment." A defining moment is the exact moment one adopts/accepts a new belief that drastically alters their life. They accept this "new belief" as a "truth, " regardless if it is true or not. Because the brain accepts repetition of thought and deduction as "the truth, " the rope reigns sovereign not only in the calf's immediate environment, but in his mind as well. With this "belief" deeply embedded in the elephant's mind, his handler came up with an ingenious idea to permanently disempower him. He realized all that was needed was to tie the four-ton animal up with extremely small ropes and he would remain tied. You see in the elephant's mind, any size rope would keep him "securely confined." Do not act like an elephant. Size up and break through the confining ropes in your mind. When you're faced with change, change your perspective. When you're overwhelmed with something new; change your view. Use affirmations, to eradicate limitations and nothing will be impossible for you! (Fran Briggs) (Fran Briggs is the founder of the F. Briggs Group, Personal Growth Facilitators. She is the author of several books and over 300 articles including, "Set Yourself Up for Success!" Ms. Briggs is a "motivational speaker of the inspirational kind." She speaks to audiences of children and adults of all ages and backgrounds, with the aim of inspiring them to their respective levels of greatness.) QUOTE: "The best way to predict your future is to invent it.' (Alan Kay)

what's the difference in time between a good start and a bad one 100m?
i haven't tested out my new start in a race, but before i rocked back, went side to side, and was last on the blocks and got an 11.72. now i actually have low heel recovery, more power, strength and etc. what do you think my time would be reduced?

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Can an AGW supporter prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the data is not flawed?
ok please prove my repeater science theory wrong and show+tell me the equiptment you have in order to prove AGW on your own without any information from outside government funded influences. Or do AGW supports realy on data from other institutes who have the proper equipment and then apply the laws of physics to prove its quality, remember if the source of data is flawed this would cause your conclusions to be flawed as well. Also those who say i have no evidence should understand what im posting is common knowledge available to all, if i were to post for example Barrack Obama is president of USA would I really have to post a website showing you the proof that obama is the president? Also I have provided lots of sources + exact phrases to type into google so you can find the information. Also I am sorry to offend people and name calling but in all fairness i have been ridiculed as well i am hoping we can get a fresh new start and allow me to show what i preach is complete TRUTH. Those who post 90% of scientist agree with AGW please show me when the governments of the world conducted a world wide census to ALL scientist that proves your statistics as correct or is it just a propaganda poll similar to the ones we see on fox news and CNN which show president obamas approval rating. thank you and sorry.

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confused about man's behavior?
Okay, a man who I have been in a relationship for over 2 years with had a menal break and cheated on me at a massage parlor. Once he seemed to come out of that mental state, he said he was sorry and appeared to be over his hard time. I broke up with him and decided to move out of our house. Instead of appearing remoresful and sad for the loss of the relationship and of me, he instead seems cool, calm & collected & even happy for my 'new start' in a new place. He still wants to be with me, comes to see me often and takes me out on dates. He seems in love with me and interested in me. Yet, I don't understand his seeming happiness for me moving out. We no longer get to snuggle, sleep together, see each other every day..this saddens me so, yet when I got teary eyed over it one night, he said 'what am I supposed to do about it?'. We are still technically 'single' yet do all the things that entail a relationship...we don't say we love each other because he says we need to trust each other again before we can say those words....but man, I am confused....anybody who can translate all this behavior, please do so! I love this man and want to do the right things for us to get onto a good track.

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Loan ace happy to be playing again after lay-off - The Star

4 Feb 2012 at 11:51pm

Loan ace happy to be playing again after lay-off
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NEW arrival Korey Smith wants to make the best of his time in South Yorkshire, especially because he doesn't know how long his loan spell at Oakwell will last. The Norwich City midfielder starred on his debut on Tuesday night as the Reds beat Derby ...

King-Turner happy to be back in Davis Cup team - Voxy

4 Feb 2012 at 11:49pm

King-Turner happy to be back in Davis Cup team
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"I'm happy to be part of the team again. I'm happy to contribute, if it's in the singles, great, if it's in the doubles. Great. It's good to be back," he says. "I haven't played that many matches but have trained a lot and done a lot of cross-fitness ...

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One World Spiritual Center just wants you to be happy - Marietta Daily Journal

4 Feb 2012 at 9:38pm

One World Spiritual Center just wants you to be happy
Marietta Daily Journal
Stephanie Seigh, is leading her congregation on a yearlong exploration of happiness and answering such questions as: What does it mean to be truly happy? And how can happiness positively affect those in our lives? The project is rooted in a book titled ...

Rodgers happy, but wants more championships - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (blog)

4 Feb 2012 at 6:43pm

Rodgers happy, but wants more championships
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (blog)
By Tom Silverstein of the Journal Sentinel Indianapolis - Packers QB Aaron Rodgers was thrilled to win his first Most Valuable Player award, but he said it would be hard to think about this season being a success after losing in the playoffs.

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Butler's homecoming a happy one - ESPN (blog)

4 Feb 2012 at 3:38pm

Butler's homecoming a happy one
ESPN (blog)
By Nick Friedell MILWAUKEE -- The memories came flooding back to Jimmy Butler the moment the former Marquette star set foot in the Al McGuire Center with the rest of his Chicago Bulls' teammates. AP Photo/Michael Conroy Jimmy Butler is making his mark ...

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Big 10 coaches not happy with Urban Meyer's recruiting tactics - FanIQ (blog)

4 Feb 2012 at 9:16am

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Big 10 coaches not happy with Urban Meyer's recruiting tactics
FanIQ (blog)
by Pat more posts by author Urban Meyer has only been at Ohio State for a couple months, and he's already making waves. Other Big 10 coaches are speaking out against his recruiting tactics, after he poached a few top recruits from other schools within ...

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Dillon happy to be called 'Austin's little brother' - Nascar

4 Feb 2012 at 7:27am

Dillon happy to be called 'Austin's little brother'
Nascar
By Mark Aumann, NASCAR.COM Austin Dillon's little brother? If that's supposed to be a taunt in some way, Ty Dillon is actually flattered. To him, any comparison to the driver who won the 2011 Truck Series champion is a compliment -- especially if down ...

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ANTHRAX Guitarist: 'To Be So Happy With The Record We Made, That Was The Most...

4 Feb 2012 at 6:15am

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ANTHRAX Guitarist: 'To Be So Happy With The Record We Made, That Was The Most ...
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More importantly, to have made the record we made ? to be so happy with the record we made, that was the most important thing. I don't really care how long it takes to work on something as long as it's right ? as long as it's correct and as long as ...
Anthax's Scott Ian is Happy With 'Worship Music'Loudwire

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Rowan happy to be in the spotlight - Philadelphia Inquirer

4 Feb 2012 at 4:54am

Rowan happy to be in the spotlight
Philadelphia Inquirer
"With all the people against this at Rutgers-Camden - but at Rowan it's like, we will be happy either way," said Karen Siefring, president of the faculty union. "Whatever happens, we'll still move forward." And there is some anxiety in faculty offices ...

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Rivers happy to get Rondo back on point - Boston.com

4 Feb 2012 at 1:43am

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Rivers happy to get Rondo back on point
Boston.com
After missing eight games with a wrist injury, point guard Rajon Rondo returned to the lineup last night against the Knicks. The Celtics were able to go 6-2 in his absence. (Jonathan Wiggs/Globe Staff) By Gary Washburn The night began with an elbow to ...

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The Dalai Lama receives Mahatma Gandhi International Award in Bodh Gaya
4 Jan 2012 at 10:01am
Bodh Gaya, Bihar, India, 4 January 2012 (by Tendar Tsering, phayul.com) - His Holiness the Dalai Lama formally received the Mahatma Gandhi International Award for Reconciliation and Peace earlier today during his Kalachakra teachings at Bodh Gaya. Representing the Gandhi Development Trust in Durban, South Africa, Ela Gandhi, grand daughter of Mahatma Gandhi, the father of the Indian nation, personally presented the award to the Tibetan spiritual leader.
Chinese understanding of Tibetan issue is growing says the Dalai Lama
3 Jan 2012 at 5:56am
Bodh Gaya, Bihar, India, 3 January 2012 (Tendar Tsering, phayul.com) - Speaking exclusively to an audience of Tibetans, Chinese, and people from the Himalayan region attending the Kalachakra, Tibetan spiritual leader His Holiness the Dalai Lama noted that the understanding of the Tibetan issue as well as sympathy towards Tibetans among Chinese in mainland China is growing.
The Dalai Lama begins ten-day Kalachakra teachings
2 Jan 2012 at 6:36am
Bodh Gaya, Bihar, India, 2 January 2012 (byTendar Tsering, phayul.com) - Amidst a light rainfall, Tibetan spiritual leader His Holiness the Dalai Lama began his ten-day Kalachakra teachings yesterday in Bodh Gaya. Thousands of pilgrims from Tibet, the Himalayan regions, Bhutan, Korea, China, and from the west sat under tents covering the large grounds to listen to the Dalai Lama.
Thousands of devotees welcome the Dalai Lama in Bodh Gaya
1 Jan 2012 at 7:10pm
Bodh Gaya, Bihar, India, December 31 (by Tendar Tsering, phayul.com) - Thousands of devotees from around the world welcomed the Tibetan spiritual leader His Holiness the Dalai Lama in Bodh Gaya, the venue for the 32nd Kalachakra teachings earlier today. Devotees from different countries, including pilgrims from Tibet, lined-up the narrow streets leading to the holiest site for Buddhists the world-over, as the Dalia Lama waved at the crowd raising slogans of ?long live the Dalai Lama?.
His Holiness the Dalai Lama Expresses His Sadness and Concern over the Recent...
21 Dec 2011 at 10:25pm
Dharamsala, HP, India, 21 December 2011 - In a letter to the President of the Philippines, His Excellency Benigno Aquino III, His Holiness the Dalai Lama expressed his sadness and concern about the loss of lives and damage to property caused by the recent unprecedented flash floods on the southern Philippine island of Mindanao. His Holiness offered his condolences to the families that have lost loved ones and prayers for the deceased and others affected by the devastating floods. As a token of sympathy and concern, a donation is being made from The Dalai Lama Trust to support the relief work.
His Holiness the Dalai Lama Offers His Condolences at the Passing Away of Pre...
18 Dec 2011 at 10:32pm
Dharamsala, HP, India, 18 December 2011 - His Holiness the Dalai Lama expressed his deep sadness at learning of the passing away of his dear friend President V�clav Havel. In a letter to his wife Mrs. Dagmar Havlova, His Holiness wrote that in his death, the world has lost a great statesman whose steadfast and unflinching determination played a key role in bringing freedom and democracy to the then Czechoslovakia. He was an unassuming and a courageous leader whom His Holiness personally had the greatest admiration and respect and will miss him.
Open, free and democratic China is of great importance for Asia
12 Dec 2011 at 10:19pm
Prague, Czech Republic, 12 December 2011 - ?A more open, free and democratic China is of great importance for Asia and the world as a whole?, said the Prague Declaration signed by the six speakers of the Democracy and Human Rights in Asia: One Year after an Empty Chair in Oslo yesterday. During the meeting with the media today in Prague, His Holiness the Dalai Lama said that it was his moral responsibility to promote human rights and freedom
Czech Foreign Minister calls on His Holiness the Dalai Lama
12 Dec 2011 at 12:14am
Prague, Czech Republic, 11 December 2011 - Czech Foreign Minister Mr. Karel Schwarzenberg called on His Holiness the Dalai Lama this evening at his hotel in Prague. His Holiness the Dalai Lama said that the Tibetan spirit especially among the younger generation in Tibet was extremely strong. He called on governments and parliaments to send fact finding missions to Tibet to find out the actual situation in there.
Friendship between a spiritual leader and a playwright
10 Dec 2011 at 8:53am
Prague, Czech Republic, 10 December 2011 - The meeting of two old friends, a spiritual leader and a playwright took place today in Prague on the anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights day. His Holiness the Dalai Lama visited his old friend former President V�clav Havel at his office. Just a few hours earlier, His Holiness the Dalai Lama arrived in Prague on a three days visit
The Dalai Lama receives Dayawati Modi Award
2 Dec 2011 at 10:32pm
New Delhi, India, 3 December 2011 (phayul.com) - His Holiness the Dalai Lama received the Dayawati Modi Award for Art, Culture and Education 2011 in the Indian capital New Delhi, Friday December 2nd, for his ?contribution towards universal peace, tolerance and social justice?. "It is our honour to confer the award on His Holiness the Dalai Lama in recognition of his lifetime contribution towards universal peace, tolerance and social justice," Dayawati Modi Foundation president Satish Kumar Modi said.

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