Are we creatures with free will? Every choice, every decision that anyone makes can be known in advance, IF, and that is a big if, we know all the factors going into the decision. To illustrate, let me start small. There is a perfect sphere on a perfectly flat surface the is exactly level. …

In this short article I want to show you how hypnosis can help you to lose weight, and a simple explanation of how it works without the fluff Before I begin it is important to make it crystal clear that hypnosis isn’t an alternative to frequent exercise and a structured diet. It definitely doesn’t, somehow, …

  You have probably heard of the law of attraction, you have probably even tried to use it, however apparently fewer than 1 in 100 get the result they are looking for.. at least on their early attempts. Often the lack of success in the law of attraction is basically because it is an abstract …

You have seen the neighbor kids make some rally bad choices.  You have seen their parents beside themselves with worry and anguish.  And you just don’t want the same for your family.   You want to keep your kids out of TROUBLE. The coaches at Changes Coaching present the T.R.O.U.B.L.E. strategies to develop positive family relationships. …

In the morning, as you are waking, what do you think about?  In that in between time not quite awake not asleep, where does your mind wonder? I use to lay there and go through a list of all the potential disasters I might face, what fires I would have to deal with, what crisis’ …

How does hypnosis help relieve pain?  Does it work or is it voodoo science? Here’s some in-depth information on how it works, take a look and you decide if it is for you. Changing Your Perception, Feeling and Experience of Pain The bulk of hypnosis programs are actually focused around changing the way you perceive …

What’s your SELF-TALK like? Every day, we each “speak” to ourselves, providing feedback on how we’re doing. Usually it’s NEGATIVE feedback. As a result, we feel worse – and end up in a rut. By changing our “Self-Talk,” we can actually begin to feel better. We can REPROGRAM our minds to enjoy greater happiness, wealth, …

Is there some secret that those who always seem happy are hiding? Not at all. They just have a way of turning negative into positive. Below are a few ways you to can start bringing more happiness and less negativity into your life. *Take care of yourself physically. It’s much easier to be optimistic when …

The fine art of communication with business partners. 10 ideas to help get around those bumps in the road. 1. The impossible dream. No one wins an argument. Discussion of the issues with an open mind can get a resolution. But, Argument?, that is counterproductive. 2. Give a little to get a little. In a …

Have you heard a story about a mother and her 10 year old daughter that teaches a valuable lesson?  One night the mother was preparing dinner.  The daughter was watching everything the mother was doing, from chopping up the vegetables to seasoning the sauces.  Everything was going fine until the mother cut the ends off the rib roast.  ‘Why …

How Do You Raise Happy Kids? By Winsome Coutts As a grandmother and self-help writer, I’m often asked by readers, “How do you raise happy kids?” This is a question near and dear to every loving parent’s heart. No matter what we teach them, if we haven’t taught them how to be happy, or can’t …

Remember the first time you saw your first-born child?  You might have been amazed at her eyes, or mesmerized by the perfection of his hands.  You might have dutifully recorded the first smile, the first laughs, the first steps, the first dance.  He or she became the most important individual in your life.  When that …

You’re about to be wheeled in for surgery. You’re very nervous, and nothing anyone says makes you feel better. Finally, someone turns on some incredibly soothing music. You finally feel peace and calm wash over you and you know everything is going to be okay. Is it just a feeling or does music actually have …

Anatomy of Illness written by Norman Cousins, is a book based on the true story of how this man treated his own painful illness. Cousins had a theory that there was more to the old saying, Laughter is the best medicine, than many people realize.  You can find it here. Stress is a constant in …

Meditation was once visualized as an Eastern tradition where the person sits in a circle surrounded by candles and saying mantras or humming. Currently, meditation and its benefits are recognized and are far from what we had in mind before. Aside from the calming effect that it could bring, meditation is often said to be …

    Hypnotism Demystified   Different from waking or sleeping states,  hypnosis is a distinct and powerful mental state.  Hypnosis is a state of deep relaxation combined with a very narrow focus and an increased suggestibility.  Every day all day our minds are bombarded by sensory chatter.  Our minds see, hear, smell and feel everything …

      Let’s face it, you have stress in your life.  Stress is a normal part of everyday life.   But for some of us, it can become so severe that it creates or at least aggravates our emotional and physical health.   So, we had better find a way to manage it.  Self-hypnosis can be …

It has been said that the earth has a heartbeat, an electromagnetic beat that can be observed from space as well as earth. This pulse was first documented by Nikola Tesla in 1899. The phenomenon known as the Schumann Resonance, named for Winfried Otto Schumann, has been studied bay many scientists all over the world. …

Let’s face it; you and the dog next door just don’t get along.  You don’t like him.  He has fleas, he barks. He is always licking himself. He gets into the garbage and he chases your cat.  You just don’t like that Mutt. The Law of attractions says “What you focus on expands”.  You hear …

Being Well Adjusted to Life May Involve some Struggles Adjusting and dealing with change is a necessary part of living a human existence. There is nothing as certain as change. Some changes are good, and others would be considered by most people to be bad. Any change can cause stress, however. When a person fails …