Archive for July, 2007

Can You Boost Your Self Esteem By Running?

Posted by Michael Byrd | on July 31, 2007

in category: General, Inspirational, Workouts

Did you know that running can boost your self-esteem? It can.
When you run, not only are endorphins released but with each pounding step you can begin to feel empowered. The ability to set a goal and reach it can build your confidence level tremendously.
It doesn’t matter if you’re running to the mailbox [...]

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My Fridge is Full of Cucumbers!

Posted by Michael Byrd | on July 30, 2007

in category: Equipment, Field Figures, Food, General, Health Conditions, Inspirational, Natural Treatments, Nutrition

My neighbor just visited and left us with a great big bag of fresh cucumbers. He didn’t realize how much each plant would produce and he planted way more than his family could possibly eat. So, we were the lucky recipients of the overflow.
I love cucumbers, especially mixed with some fresh tomato, vidalia onion and [...]

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Changing Your Life With Positive Affirmations

Posted by Michael Byrd | on July 30, 2007

in category: General, Inspirational

Having a positive attitude is the beginning of experiencing a positive life. Pretty bold statement, but it’s true.
So what do you need to do to have a postive attitude. You either have one or your don’t, right? Wrong!
Saying positive affirmations throughout the day to yourself if the key to
having positive experiences. What we say [...]

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Turning Around A Bad Day

Posted by Michael Byrd | on July 27, 2007

in category: General, Inspirational

Here’s a little something to help you get your Friday on track. You never want to waste a Friday (or any day for that matter) feeling bad, so here are some ways to get the day turned around and going in the right direction.
If you are having a bad day, instead of dwelling in everything [...]

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Counting Your Blessings

Posted by Michael Byrd | on July 26, 2007

in category: General, Inspirational

Okay so here’s a little bit more about eliminating negativity from our lives. It’s actually very amazing how often we moan and groan about our lives.
Try being aware of your own complaining for one day. I know I was amazed at the things that were coming out of my mouth or running through my [...]

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How to Remember Names

Posted by Michael Byrd | on July 26, 2007

in category: General, Inspirational

I have a friend who can never remember people’s names. Actually, it’s kind of annoying. He’ll call and ask me the guy’s name that we met 2 weeks ago at Home Depot that fixed the roof on Aunt Brenda’s house. Well, you get the idea.
Why does he call me? Because I always remember people’s names [...]

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Managing Your Own Thinking

Posted by Michael Byrd | on July 25, 2007

in category: General, Inspirational

There’s a great post over at lifehack.org this morning called Don’t Be Eeyore. It speaks to me right now because I’m working on eliminating the negativity in my life. And what Dustin points out in this post is that we are the source of our own negativity.
Actually, this is great news. Since we’re doing it [...]

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Can You Speed Up Your Metabolism?

Posted by Michael Byrd | on July 24, 2007

in category: Diet Plans, General

If you are trying to speed up your metabolism, then you need to have some basic understanding of what it is. Your metabolism is usually the first to be blamed if you put on weight or lose weight.
Increasing your metabolism does mean you’ll burn calories fasterr and lose weight quicker. But, having a great [...]

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Natural Remedies for Asthma Sufferers

Posted by Michael Byrd | on July 23, 2007

in category: General

Have you ever tried any alternative treatments for your asthma? Did you even know there were some?
Most health care professionals treat asthma with inhalers and prescription medications. And if those things are working for you, then by all means continue your course of action.
However, if you’re interested in handling asthma naturally, there are some [...]

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How To Avoid Blisters and What To Do If You Get One

Posted by Michael Byrd | on July 23, 2007

in category: Dermatology, Disease Prevention, General, Skin Care

My daughter did the unthinkable this past week. She wore a new pair of shoes - with no socks - to the mall for the day. By the end of the day she had quarter-sized blisters on the heels of both of her feet that just about brought her to tears.
Being just 11 years old, [...]

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