Thursday, 31 December 2009

Getting Started With Intellectual Property (IP) Registration

By Jonathan Powers

We may think that recording intellectual property (IP) ownership rights are fairly recent occurrence it is not. Even the Romans stamped bricks to show their sign of ownership. Trademark law is quite ancient dating back to the year 1266 in England. The old law known as the "bakers marking law" used to show the maker of a loaf of bread. Each baker would have their own registered mark.

Trademark law is now well established worldwide. Almost every single established company now has their own mark that uniquely defines their brand. Most people think that you have to legally register a mark to be able to use it but the opposite is true. You register a mark so that others cannot use it! When you register a trademark you gain the unique right to be the only one to use the mark or to control who can use it.

A trademark is a unique mark that allows clients to distinguish you without seeing your product or service. It is a unique part of your brand. Trials have shown that you can show just part of a well-known trademark and people know which brand it belongs to. This indicates the power of a good image and how the brain works at remembering such things. This is why it is key to legally protect important marks and words.

You do not need to legally register a mark to own it and stop others using it but like most things in the arena of law - the one who holds the papers first wins! Registration legally defines the date of ownership beyond any sense of doubt. In some countries common law gives some trade protection but at the end of the day you have more protection if you hire trademark lawyers to protect key IP.

These days you can self-register a trademark but there are underlying hazards of doing this of course. Trademark attorneys of course know how to register and how to protect possession if the rights are abused. They know the full story of registration and protection. If you self-register you may get a cheap registration but you may have left a loop-hole for somebody to misuse your rights later on.

Registration of trademarks can be done in one or more countries. Currently there is no such thing as a global trademark. You have to register in all the nations where you want protection.

Registration has become easier over the recent years with the introduction of systems like the Madrid System of International Registration of Marks through the World Intellectual Property Organization, Geneva, Switzerland but international registration is still a boring and fairly high-priced process.

Of course the benefits of registering a trademark outweigh the costs and challenges. If you are serious about your business you should be looking into at IP registration today.

About the Author:

Hypnosis - Unraveling The Mysteries Behind It

By Adam Cox

Myths have always chased hypnosis and its therapeutic offshoot, hypnotherapy. People either believe them to be falling in the domain of the occult, or don't consider them to be serious scientific pursuits. Following are some of the well known misconceptions about hypnosis and the truth behind them.

There is no mysticism or rituals involved in hypnosis. It hinges more on the science of the human mind and is very easy to practice for anyone who is prepared to learn it. People refuse to believe in hypnosis even after watching participants successfully experiencing its power in public sessions. They hold that the people who have been under hypnosis are mentally not strong enough to withstand the impact of the practitioner. But that is not true at all. Hypnosis can in fact be successfully practised on people who are mentally tough and are trying their best to resist the spell.

That hypnosis is an alternate state of consciousness is another misconception that has been circulating for quite some time now. A hypnotized person is totally conscious of his surroundings. Hypnosis actually induces a state of complete relaxation characterized by a growth in levels of attentiveness, and this heightened sensitivity helps the subject to receive suggestions without difficulty.

Some scientists have found that hypnosis works on just 5% of the world's population, and this is another prevalent myth. The scientists are somewhat true in their own way, because they tried hypnotising the group by the same hypnosis technique without considering individual differences in character and disposition. One hypnosis procedure for all is not a viable solution as different individuals fall under different personality types, and hence are responsive to different techniques.

Many people consider hypnosis to be a variant of meditation. However, meditation is essentially a personal experience that has got nothing to do with communication, while communication is a fundamental part of any successful hypnosis. Similarly, a state of trance is also sometimes equated with hypnosis, which is not correct. The person doesn't communicate to achieve a state of trance, whereas hypnosis is impossible without communication.

It is commonly believed that hypnosis training or hypnotherapy cannot bring transformations in physique or in behavioural patterns of a person. Hypnosis definitely cannot alter the body in unnatural ways. But it can bring about a development in physical health by altering behavioural patterns like overeating and constant smoking by raising motivation levels in an individual.

Hypnosis, and specifically hypnotherapy, can have a significant function to play in the overall welfare of a person, and not giving them a try just because of some false notions is an act of folly.

About the Author:

Factors To Take Into Account When Constructing A Modern Office

By Wendy Ruiz

Office designs have come a long way since the times when they were well known just as good looking luxurious designs that served no utilitarian purpose. Today it is well understood that good office design not only manifests the corporate culture of the company, but it also increases the productivity of employees and plays an important role in employee retention.

Flexibility, transparency and sustainability are the key principles that define a modern office, so you have to be mindful of these when constructing a new office. To achieve these objectives you need to make prudent selections of office system furniture and the overall office interior design, for which you need to consider some important factors.

As the first step, it is important to understand what type of tasks will be carried out inside the office. This consideration and the total floor area available will help you decide on what design will suit the office. Designing the layout must also include consideration of how many people will be working in the office currently and in the years to come.

You should accommodate cafeterias and meeting rooms as well in your layout within the available space besides important items like office desks and some pieces of office system furniture. Your office must also have zones for recreation with provisions for indoor games so that the employees can have a nice time playing and conversing after work. Besides, the office planning must ensure optimum use of available space without making the interior too crowded with furniture.

Minimalism is a key feature in an ideal office design, and the decor must have colours that are comfortable to the eye and don't cause any distraction when the staff is working. The interiors should also have sufficient light, so that there is not a single dark place in the office.

Contemporary office system furniture with its chic looks and flexibility to meet employees' requirements raises the productivity of the workforce and gives clients a better impression about the company. However, select only such office desks and other furniture items that are ergonomically designed so that employees' fitness is not endangered.

You can also project an eco-friendly image of your company by opting for 'green' office furniture. It is manufactured from natural fabrics and recycled items, which will help your company contribute towards ecological preservation. In addition, you can choose energy efficient lights and other office equipments that will help you lower your energy consumption.

To build such an office, it is important that you use the expert services of office interior designers so that along with all the functional and aesthetic features, safety related aspects can also be successfully dealt with.

About the Author:

Screen Printing Techniques

By Raymond Sung

Screen printing is one of the initial methods used in printing process. In this process, the ink or any other printing medium is passed through a screen or 'mesh' that has been fixed on a frame, and a stencil has been applied to it. The image that needs to be imprinted is determined from the stencil openings. For the different colors, different screens are prepared and the process is repeated.

Silk screening or serigraph also involves screen printing. In this, the stencil method of the print making imposes a design on the screen of silk or any other fine mesh and the empty areas are covered with an impermeable substance while the ink is put on the printing surface through the mesh. The silk printing was the traditional method but now it has been replaced with the polyester for screen painting.

During the reign of Song dynasty in China, the screen printing appeared in the recognizable form. Japan and other Asian countries started using this printing method and advanced it further by using this in conjunction with paints and block printing. Asia introduced screen painting to the Western Europe in the late 1700s but screen painting was not used widely in the Europe due to unavailability of silk mesh here and it started gaining wider acceptance when silk mesh on trade with Asia became easily available and also, other mediums that could be used were developed.

The screen printing in the United Sates became popular when the artist Andy Warhol screen printed Marilyn Monroe in year '62 in the garish colors. In year '60, the American entrepreneur, inventor and artist Michael Vasiltone developed and patented a rotary multicolor garment screen printing machine. He used this rotary machine to manufacture and print information of bowling on different garments but soon he turned his attention on printing team logos and information on t-shirts. This soon led to led a boom in t-shirt screen printing business and many more manufacturers licensed from him in order to print on t-shirts. The rotary garment screen printing machine became the most popular device used in the screen printing industry.

The printing on the canvas with the help of the screen-printing also became popular with the artists. Warhol, Robert Rauschenberg and many other artists have made use of screen-printing on the canvas. The commercial as well as the fine arts industry is using this screen printing industry to increase their profits and they use it to make prints on the CD and DVD covers, t-shirts, hats and also on the metals and many more things.

Screen printing is used extensively in the printing industry to mass create so many items specifically t-shirts. It is excellent for both short and long-run printing. For large volumes the process can be set up on a printing drum but for small runs a simple manual setup can be used.

Large and small corporate give gifts to their employees and clients in appreciation of their work and also to motivate the employees to perform better. The Corporate gifts are usually screen printed with the company logo and some motivational sentiments. The corporate gifts are given at the time of holidays like Christmas and New Year. There are many different types of corporate gifts like t-shirts, bags, glasses and like. The screen printed t-shirts are also given to the employees during the annual events of the corporate.

About the Author:

The Significance Of Rituals In A Buddhists Funeral

By Shiela Wong

Buddhism is one of the most popular religions practised across the world. The basic principles of the religion are based on the teachings of Lord Buddha. Buddhism entails search for the Ultimate Truth as well as a sense of compassion and genuine love for every creature.

These main tenets of Buddhism are evident in the rituals practised in a Buddhist Funeral. When someone dies in a Buddhist family, there are some main rituals which are followed with the aim of ensuring that the deceased's soul can ascend to an elevated level. The positive energies of the deceased are invoked to pray and wish the best for the dead person's next life beyond this birth.

A traditional bath to the body marks the start of the Buddhist funeral rites. Buddhist monks chant different religious scriptures, which are believed to give the soul the correct guidance to attain spiritual freedom. The teachings of the Buddha, which speak of the value of practising virtue and compassion in daily life, are recited aloud. The body is meanwhile prepared for the final rituals. The deceased is normally provided with some money placed in his casket by the family members. This is done to pay for the dead person's journey across the River of Three Hells.

Then the casket is exhibited to the family and friends to allow them to pay their respects by placing it at the altar. While friends and relatives give condolences, attendees are expected to pray for the dead person. Monks who carry out the rites continue to recite the appropriate sutras. The attendees present have to bow before the altar when this recital is over. As the visitors begin leaving, the family members give a gift to each other to show gratitude for sharing their sorrow.

Once these rituals are completed, the family members can decide to bury or cremate the body according to their family beliefs. These rites are meant to enable the family to alleviate their grief by offering prayers that will raise the dead to a higher stage of enlightenment and knowledge.

About the Author:

Wednesday, 30 December 2009

Wood Cabinets: Time To Refinish

By Benedict Perez

Want new cabinets in your kitchen and bathroom? If yes then I have an answer for you. Here are some of the ideas using which you can use to refinish your cabinets. Replacement of cabinets is not important until unless there is a lot to work on it because of rotting of wood. You can refinish your cabinets. There is also a less cost involved in it and you can give a totally new look. Refinishing experts can help you in this.

Before starting this job, you need to get information about all the cabinets and different types of wood used to make these cabinets. Also check the type of services available for restoring. Here is the description of some of the wood cabinets.

Cherry furniture has a uniform pattern and is closed grain. You can call it the best for hardwood cabinets. It s default color is pinkish brown but also comes in other colors like shades in white, yellow, green, pink and gray. You can identify it as mineral streaks, spots of gum and bits of pinholes. Due to artificial light and sunlight, the color of the wood becomes more and more dark.

Maple wood is commonly use in bowling alleys and places where hard wood is required. It is shock resistant and is available in shades of white which also comes in natural white color, Colors from light red brown heartwood to white colored sap wood.

Hickory is also hard wood and is shock resistant. It has beautiful finished condition and streaks which gives a fresh look to the cabinets. It has colors ranging from white to chocolate brown.

Oak wood is widely used for manufacture of cabinets. Mostly people prefer oak wood for their furniture. It is hard and shock and stain resistant. You will find various colors ranging from salmon pink to dirty white.

Birch Wood is best for kitchen cabinets and as it is strong, hard and can face any form of abrasion. Its texture is totally even with fine grain and white or yellowish color. Its best identification is small pin knots or shiny blur wood. Its beauty comes in the form of a beautiful mixture of textures, paints, stains or polishes. Birch wood is available in very low price. It was used in older time and due to its beauty it is still preferred.

There are many different woods and designs using which you can refinish your cabinets but the most common are discussed above. It is best to read about all the woods and get the desired information. If you want to mix the design and wood then you can opt for it by consulting your refinish expert.

About the Author:

Take Your Business Public: How To Find a Consultant That Can Make The Process Fast and Easy

By James Scott

So many companies dream of going public to raise massive amounts of capital, as set up for an exit strategy, to make acquisitions with stock and for many other reasons. While your intentions may be pure and with genuine motives, you're entering shark infested waters of boiler rooms, crooked attorneys and underbelly consultants who have made careers off of taking well intentioned executives just like you for a 24 month rollercoaster ride while they take every penny you have as your company shrivels up like week old road kill.

Just and honest consultants in the 'public offering' industry are as rare as the illusive white elephant. This industry exists in a cesspool surrounded by rose gardens; from afar it looks amazing and an image of a dreamland but get up and close and the sludge and odor are enough to make you run and hide. So what do you look for in a consultant? The best consulting firms are the 'boutique firms' with minimal overhead that keep a low profile and are made up of 3 or 4 'partner' consultants.

These firms typically have the experience of working with the large consulting groups but for one reason or another have decided to leave and go out on their own. The great thing is, these small groups typically have massive contacts and process your entire public offering in-house. Offering a complete turn-key solution that is managed in-house offers a huge advantage because there is accountability and you can actually build a relationship with the people that are making your dream of a public offering come true.

These 'boutique' consultants will usually stay onboard as growth consultants for the life of the company in exchange for modest fees and a pre-IPO or pre-OTCBB equity position. The large firms will hack you out at the knees and gouge you with fees while they take massive amounts of equity in your company which takes away your bartering chip when you need to offer more stock to the public to raise capital.

The small firms will also work one on one with you to show you how to use your stock to grow through acquisition and other nifty ways to use stock to grow. Seek out the boutique consulting firm and save the attorney for spot audits. Hold on to your cash. Why pay outrageous fees to lawyers when you can pay 60% less with a small consulting firm that will add all the bells and whistles for free and actually get your stock trading, usually in half the time?

About the Author:

Keller Real Estate Broker Provides Home-Buying Solutions For Locals

By Darcy Gautreau

The price of homes has plummeted in the current economy. However, banks have put a stranglehold on the ability of the average person to get a loan to purchase one of these homes. When you have less than perfect credit, or want to get a particular home, you may find that getting a bank loan is impossible. But, there are options and you can get the home you want with the assistance of a Keller Real Estate broker provides home-buying solutions for locals.

Let's face it, most banks are broke and they are going to find any excuse they can to keep from loaning money to anyone. Even if you can pay a mortgage, have been paying your bills on time, and have a great job, the bank will find a way to deny the loan.

One of the ways that the problem of qualifying for a loan can be addressed is through the use of a broker that works with homes that offer owner financing. Qualifying for an owner financed home is much less difficult than bank financing.

To simplify the process even further a Keller Real Estate broker works closely with you to make sure that you are getting the house that you want. These brokers know all of the intricacies of owner financing and they work with you every step of the way to make the process smooth and fast.

People often want to move into a home they have purchased within a short time. This is impossible when you are working with a bank that takes their time processing your loan and getting necessary paperwork completed. However, when your broker has approved your loan, your paperwork is completed within a few days and you are able to move into your new home in a few weeks. There are no unnecessary hold-ups and if you need to move from your rental within a specific period of time your broker will negotiate your move-in with the person selling the home.

Not having perfect credit will not be a deterrent when the Keller Real Estate broker provides home-buying solutions for locals. These individuals will work with you to assure that you are not bogged down in paperwork and are in your home quickly.

About the Author:

Be Creative With Feng Shui in Children's Rooms

By Jay Lions

Feng Shui is very popular when designing rooms but many haven't heard of using it in a child's space. Feng Shui is usually used to create relaxation and also harmony in a rooms design. It also means the arrangements of the furniture in each room need to be placed correctly to give the positive energies for life.

Look around your child's room and you'll see many different belongings. If you notice the room is very crowded and you also see your child has a hard time concentrating, it may be due to the design. By opting for a nature-like style, you'll make it seem simpler and not too distracting. Soft fabrics and lighting will apply this Feng Shui feeling in your child's room.

One great factor when placing a child's bed in the room with the Feng Shui style is placing the head of the bed against the wall. This will allow them to get out on any side if they need to turn the light on or off for any certain reason.

Clutter must be consistently purged. Remember to place all electronics, books and toys in storage bins tucked away in the closet or under the bed. You can also use a beautiful armoire to hide other unnecessary distractions, such as a television, video games, or a stereo.

Children need plenty of rest so they can be productive the following day so you want to create a relaxing environment for your little one. You don't want something too bright or overwhelming which will distract them and make them feel over stimulated.

Provide a soft area rug to cover the floor of your child's room. Rugs create softness and balance against hard walls. Texture is an important part of Feng Shui so a rug is the perfect accessory for your child's room. Find a rug in a soft color so it doesn't overwhelm your child or make the room feel weighted down. Look for an area rug that is soft and comfortable for when you child plays on the floor.

Even the wall and ceiling angles play a part in Feng Shui. With sloping eaves, posters are not recommended to be put at the bed's head since it creates a sensation on pressure hanging above your child's head.

If you aren't quite sure what Feng Shui is but you want to create this style in your child's room or any other room in the home, try researching it before decorating a space. Another great idea to make sure your child's room is safe and has that Feng Shui feel is to sleep in it for a night. Look around and see what the vision is before you rest your head and also when you wake up. Also take into consideration shadows which may appear with the glare of the night light. Make sure it's not going to scare your child if they wake up in the middle of the night. On the other hand, if the room is bright due to a street light then place darkening shades on their windows to give them peace. If your child is old enough to help you decorate their room encourage them to help you. This will be a great learning experience for them and also show them that other cultures have great design techniques. Also ask them how they feel when they enter their room. Make sure nothing is harsh to their eyes and they feel at peace with the decor.

About the Author:

Top 5 Ways to Shop for Budgeted Christmas Gifts

By Daniel Wright

Most of us, this season, would be buying gifts on budgets; so, let's take a look at the economical and quality outlets where we can get some mind blowing stuff for our dear ones.

Sales Offers - Remember to take a look at departmental stores often, because some of them may be offering discounts for bulk purchases during this season. There may be a clearance sale going on and those looking for stuff like jewelry, toys, home dcor or beauty items can surely get great deals here.

Thrift Stores - Most of the budget friendly home improvement products can be bought here. Those looking for vintage furniture, ornaments or even small gifts for friends can take a look at these stores.

Dollar Stores - These stores are the cheapest way of purchasing last minute Christmas gifts for family and friends. They are always filled with everything that is economical and beautiful to gift. Personal accessories and beauty products are abounding in these stores, and customers can make full use of them this Christmas season.

Online Shopping - Internet savvy customers can always look for online deals and offers. Nowadays, monogrammed accessories are quite popular among youngsters and there are sites that offer excellent deals for them. Customers could purchase iPhone cases or iPod cases engraved with logos or symbols. They could come as great gift items for spouses, colleagues or even a nerdy brother.

Scholastic Books - These books are very affordable and come as great Christmas gifts for children. Customers can make use of scholastic book festivals that are held in schools or community centers very often, to purchase these books.

Thinking creative is the crux here. We can always combine a hand-made gift along with one of these to give a personal touch to the gift. Spread the joy of Christmas with these lovely gifts and make your family and friends feel special.

About the Author:

Tuesday, 29 December 2009

Is Windows 7 Really Better Than Vista?

By Julie Johnson

Honestly, could it be any worse than Vista was or whatever name they decided to call it in the end. No matter how they changed the name the concept just didn't work well. Maybe it did in theory but the actualization of it lost a little something. And with scarcely a month under its belt, what are users saying about this latest product in the Microsoft lineup? Well, some of the bugs are still being squashed but being that it is coming on the heels of Windows Vista; it has got to look pretty darn good to those who are trading in that for Windows 7.

Microsoft did have users test their new operating system before it was made available to the general public. Of the 550 users who test Windows 7 before its release, many had at least minimal familiarity with Windows products prior to this trial. Of these 550 users, 61% are using the system for home and personal use mostly, 25% said they were using it for both home and work equally and about 14% found themselves using it almost entirely for their business needs. The testers were also split between users who installed the Windows 7 operating system into a clean computer, and users who installed it directly over Windows Vista.

Overall the response was positive showing a very small percentage of users who experienced difficulty with the installation, and this is to be expected when you install just about any new operating system. Most felt that the installation went smoothly with the predominant area of problems being in the areas of driver compatibility and areas of other software incompatibility. Of course, with these issues some users did experience a crash of their system and a few did have the blue screen of death occur. This was a very small percentage and should not be of concern for most who are switching to the Windows 7 operating system.

After the installation portion of the testing, the users then began to use the Windows 7 operating system, and were able to see the vast improvements that Microsoft made when compared to Windows Vista. The test results were overwhelmingly supportive of Windows 7. When the test scores were compiled, only 5% of the testers said they were unsatisfied with Windows 7, compared to almost half of the testers for Vista who were unsatisfied. Clearly Windows 7 is a significant improvement to Vista.

It looks as if Microsoft has finally made a superior operating system with the release of Windows 7 and as long as they continue to update and manage the problems that arise, there should be no reason why people should not switch over with fabulous results. And Vista users especially will notice right away the superior performance of Windows 7 over their current Vista program. What a difference!

About the Author:

Chartering A Jet For Your Field Employees

By Daniel Pott

With so many business have budget cuts, it may seem a little over the top to hire a private jet charter for the travel needs of their salesmen. The actuality of the matter is that with a private jet charter your employees will be able to reach out to a large range of customers in a shorter amount of time. This will all bring in larger returns for your business.

When you are sending your employees on a business trip they will have to spend hour in the airport just to get passed the lines at luggage claim and security. Most of the day is spent in the airport only allowing them time for one business meeting throughout the day. If you send them with a private jet charter they may be able to get two or three business meetings in one day since they are only required to arrive at the airport a few minutes before departure and then they immediately board the plane and head to the destination of choice. This frees up hours of time by eliminating the waiting in airport lines and terminals.

One of the best benefits of private jet rental is flexibility.. When you book a ticket with a major airline, it can be very difficult to make changes to that ticket. You cannot transfer it to another salesperson or make a change to your departure time. Keep your team flexible by renting private jets.

Finally, a private jet ride allows salespeople to focus and work. If your team has to fly to a meeting on a commercial flight, they will be surrounded by vacationing families, crying babies, and other distractions. There is no way anyone could do work or mentally prepare for a sales call in that environment. After a commercial flight, your team will arrive at their destination harried and stressed. They will certainly not be able to perform to the best of their ability.

A relaxing private flight, where your employees can review their presentations and prepare, can help your employees do their best. They will therefore be more likely to make the sale. More sales means more money for your company. Increase the success of your business by taking advantage of private jet rental companies. Your sales team, and your bottom line, will thank you.

About the Author:

How To Learn Spanish Online? - Learn Spanish Language DVD

By David Whistenant

One of the biggest reasons why it will pay to learn how to learn Spanish online is that learning new languages normally takes such a long time that it can even span many years. However, not everyone has that much time available in which to learn a new language, especially Spanish and so they will want to find out how learning Spanish online can help cut the learning time down dramatically.

Spanish is spoken in virtually every corner of the world and is also becoming a major language in the US. It is therefore necessary that you make an effort to learn how to learn Spanish online. With the right online course it is possible to learn Spanish quickly and the right course will also give you a better chance to understand the rules of grammar that will then lay the foundation for mastery over the language.

The more you become acquainted with Spanish the easier and quicker will be your learning process. It however does mean that you will first of all need to find suitable Spanish lessons which in turn may take many forms including using interactive games and videos as well as worksheets that can be printed out. Even audio lessons are a good way of understanding how to correctly pronounce Spanish words.

Fortunately, there are various online sites that teach you how to learn Spanish online including the world famous Rocket Spanish that is the leader in so far as learn Spanish lessons go. If you look around you will even find some online sites that offer you demo versions of their Spanish language software.

To take advantage of these demos you may need to provide your email address before being given access to their free online lessons.

However, before you deal with these companies or websites be sure that you read through the fine print and know how to cancel your membership within the allowable time limits. Also be sure that you do not provide your credit card numbers unless you are going to purchase something.

About the Author:

Learning A Little More About Spyware Removal To Keep Your Family Safe

By Susan Reynolds

Keeping safe in this world is not the easiest thing to do anymore. These days, you will find that you have to adopt a whole load of different types of security to make sure that your family is safe from the baddies out there. Take for instance the computer that you work with everyday, or the computer that you are on right now, do you have a reliable spyware removal software installed?

Not many people know that importance of spyware removal. You will find that there are a load of people out there who do not know what spy ware software or what spyware is. This is a shame, as there is just so much information on the internet about this type of danger that our children and our computers are exposed to everyday.

You have to find the top antivirus software with built in spyware removal so that you do not become a victim of identity theft. When you clean out your system you will have to perform different kinds of spyware removal to ensure that your computer is totally free of viruses, malware, and spyware.

These programs can be downloaded for free, but you will have to be careful because some of these free programs actually install spyware on your computer instead of removing it. You will find that most of the best ones are ones you have to pay for, so you should do your research.

When you find the best software for removing spyware from your computer you can always use it to make sure that your system is free from viruses and spyware. It is easy to contract spyware from emails and web pages that you visit, so you should always read the terms and conditions before you fill out any forms on websites because it will normally tell you there what information is being stored.

With the number of different websites that there on the internet, many of them are out to get your personal details and use it against you. You can prevent this by not only removing the spyware with a special program, but by cleaning your internet registry. This will prevent people from getting hold your user names and passwords if you happen to get a virus on your computer.

You will then also need to know that there is a spyware type that gets installed on your PC and will follow you around wherever you go on your PC, and will records everything you clink and type on your Keyboard and mouse. They can be easily beaten with good spyware removal software.

About the Author:

Guide in Buying Domestic Helper Insurance

By Alice Sy

Buying domestic helper insurance is as easy as purchasing commodities in a grocery. It comes in different packages offering different policies. Depending on what you like and what you need, all you have to do is choose.

Domestic helper insurance companies have different policies and ways of implementing them. Awareness of what to look for in domestic helper insurance and insurance company is very important. Careful consideration of the details of the insurance policy and insurance company is a must. Knowing the insurance company creates an atmosphere of trust and confidence.

Many big insurance companies are in the field of customer service for years already. Their credibility foundation is strong not only because they have wider network, but more importantly, they know how to implement their policies effectively and to take care of their clients. In choosing domestic helper insurance company, look for credibility.

Apart from the credibility foundation of an insurance company, it is very important to scrutinize the insurance policies. Insurance companies have different plans to suit the domestic helper's needs. A basic plan normally includes compensation and hospitalization in case of accidents, but there are more details to be aware of.

Domestic helper insurance policies can cover expenses like medical, dental, hospitalization, repatriation, service allowance and a whole lot more. Depending on which domestic helper insurance package you avail, details on coverage exclusions are properly indicated. A complete package of domestic helper insurance can provide full protection coverage in case of emergencies.

Protection of employers from theft and fraud are also covered by domestic helper insurance. The employer can complain unauthorized use of International Direct Dialing system and can recover any loss from the insurance company. Premiums can also be included in case his domestic helper is repatriated or suffers illnesses and accidents.

Before buying a domestic helper insurance, it is necessary to weigh which policy is cost efficient and appropriate. The cost of buying the policy should be beneficial to the best interest of both the domestic helper and the employer. It should offer a worry free relationship between both parties especially during unfortunate events.

The conditions and terms of agreement before buying domestic helper insurance should be understood. It is very important that both parties know their rightful claims in case something occurs. This is the very purpose of having domestic helper insurance.

About the Author:

Monday, 28 December 2009

Remote Viewing - A Basic Overview

By Peter J Minks

Remote viewing is the psychic ability that pertains to the ability to see places, people, and objects that are not within the range of the outer five senses. This means you wouldn't be able to see or hear it by natural means, but your own innate psychic ability can be trained to perceive things without you needing to be there in person.

Remote viewing is something entirely different from astral travel and other out of body experiences. Your spiritual body doesn't need to go anywhere; you can see distant people places and things from where you are.

You can think of remote viewing as a sort of dowsing where your psychic abilities are used to find what you want to look for. Remote viewing involves using extra sensory perception to find and view what you're looking for.

All humans have a form of latent psychic ability that was never developed fully when we were young. Considering that most of us only ever use around 10% of our brain's capacity, there's another 90% of dormant brainpower left untapped and untrained that we aren't quite sure what to do with.

Remote viewing can let you check up on your children to make sure that they're safe when you can't be right there with them. You can increase your security and gain peace of mind by using your latent powers of remote viewing.

Anyone can learn how to use their innate psychic abilities and remote view. In studies on remote viewing, people who had not manifested any sort of psychic abilities before were able to remote view once they had learned to reach the proper trance state needed for this ability to function.

To start training yourself in remote viewing abilities, these techniques are helpful:

*Always practice your remote viewing in a quiet place where you'll be free from distractions and where you can sit comfortably. Close your eyes and start relaxing your body before trying to remote view.

*Take deep breaths through the nose. You can get better control over your breathing by holding your tongue at the roof of your mouth. This will also suppress yawns as you relax deeply.

*Belief is a key element in your remote viewing success rate. As you descend deeper into your relaxed state, you need to believe that you are capable of seeing people, events, or places that you've never physically seen.

*Begin with a simple remote viewing target to show your mind that you are capable of achieving this kind of psychic seeking. Perhaps begin by viewing yourself from a place in front of you, as though you were looking back at your relaxed body as you sit there through a mirror. It can be a little difficult at first to allow your mind to view yourself from an opposite perspective, but be patient. When you do see yourself from the angle that others see you, you'll be in for a wonderful surprise.

*Once you're able to see yourself while remote viewing, you need to begin looking at places which are farther away. Start with a place which you are already familiar with, such as the house where you grew up. Best of all is to remote view a friend or relative's home. Keep an eye out for details and when you're finished remote viewing, call and compare notes; find out if the details you saw while remote viewing are really there. This exercise lets you assess your progress as a remote viewer.

It is possible to amend these remote viewing exercises to include two people so that you'll have your feedback and results much more quickly. Instead of viewing places or people you want to see, have a friend sit in another room and repeat a simple movement, like a hand wave or pulling hair. Try to determine through your remote viewing exercises what action your friend is repeating and compare notes to get your results.

Once you have spent some time practicing your remote viewing techniques you may find that it's much easier and quicker to get yourself into a relaxed state. This state is very similar to the trance-like relaxation people achieve under hypnosis. Even though they are still wide awake, the body is relaxed enough to access the sub-conscious mind.

It is in the subconscious that our psychic abilities are found; but with practice, remote viewing will be something you'll be able to do at will.

About the Author:

Gold Demand In China On The Rise

By Jack Wagon

Gold, being one of the most popular and precious metals in the world, has a number of different uses. With the passage of time, increase in the value of gold has continued with extra gusto in the present times, stamping its status as one of the metals with the highest demand in the world.

Gold holds much significance in the world economy. It is a very good and stable investment as compared to other metals. Due to this reason, the demand of gold is increasing day by day, and many countries, including china, have seen a surge in the demand for gold.

China is one of the fastest growing economies of the world. The past decade has seen an unprecedented growth in the Chinese market and their gross domestic product. It is predicted that in about seven years, China will surpass the United States in having the highest GDP. It is also the most populated country on earth. With the growth in economy, the living standards of the people have also improved. This has lead to rise in demand of luxury products, including gold.

The popularity of gold jewellery has been in attribution to symbolization of gold with wealth and prosperity. With the growing enhancement in living standards of the Chinese masses, there has also been an increase in the local Chinese demand for gold. The people are willing to pay huge prices for that, and with China having such a great population, this increase in demand hugely affects the international gold prices. To increase civilian gold reserves, the masses are being encouraged to invest in gold on part of the Chinese government as well as the press.

This rise in demand has encouraged many gold manufacturers to open up their business in China and target the growing Chinese market. Also, the rising gold prices have prompted many investors to start investing more money in gold as it is more stable and profitable. It protects the investors against a fall in the Dollar value, because the value of gold usually rises when the dollar depreciates.

It will take China only a few years in surpassing India as the country with the greatest demand of gold, according to expert predictions. This would not be surprising at all to see China emerging out ahead of India. However, the time factor of this happening is a matter of conflict. Some people are expecting China to accomplish that in ten years, while others are expecting it to do that within five years.

Most of the demand for gold is met with the gold produced within the country. China is amongst the largest gold producers in the world, and has increased its production in order to meet the local demand. But it is a point of concern, because gold reserves are not ever-lasting, and it may be a matter of time when the reserves are extinguished. This will lead to a shortage in supply, which will push gold prices even higher.

Gold demand by China is expected to continue to rise and put significant upward pressure on the gold prices in the world. We can be sure to see a strong correlation in the growth of Chinese economy and gold prices.

About the Author:

The Incredible World Of Lucid Dreams

By Paul Benson

Something which may amaze you to learn is that it is possible to be aware that you are dreaming even while in the middle of the experience and even begin to control the course of your dream! Such dreams are called lucid dreams and they allow you to sit in the director's chair and let you decide what will happen.

It's like having your own movie studio with an unlimited budget - anything you want to see or experience is within your power to make happen.

Unlike the dreams you normally have while you sleep, lucid dreams do not simply drift along on their own course. Dreaming is usually your brain's way of thinking out the events of the previous day and there's not much you can do to predict or change their course. Lucid dreams are very different in that your conscious mind is in control of the experience and these dreams seem entirely real, no matter what you decide to make happen.

If you're ever unsure if you're dreaming, try reading something in your dream. In a regular dream, reading is nearly impossible; the words will keep changing. If you can make sense of what you see, then you are most likely having a lucid dream and you can begin to take control.

When youre lucid dreaming, anything you imagine is possible. You can live out any fantasy you have, meet anyone you want and go anywhere.

If you don't like the way that a lucid dream is going, you can always turn things around. You can even relief events from your own life and make them turn out in a better way; many people find that this is one of the benefits of lucid dreaming that can help them to work through some things in their lives.

Anyone can learn to have lucid dreams. Your body needs to rest of course so that you can awake refreshed and energetic enough to take on the tasks of the day; but while your body is at rest, your mind can stay partially active and engage in lucid dreaming.

You will need to put in some practice in order to be able to have lucid dreams whenever you want. Anyone can learn, but it takes a little time, so stick with it and be patient.

The best way to begin is by keeping a dream journal. Write down everything you can remember from your dreams as soon as you awake. Keep a pad and pen within arm's length of your bed so that you can write down every detail quickly. You may not remember everything every time - be patient. You will get better at this with time and training your mind to remember your dreams and recognize when it is dreaming will help you to start having lucid dreams.

Creative professionals such as writers often use lucid dreaming to help them create their novels. Lucid dreams are a good way to try out plots and develop characters and dialogue even as they sleep! If you're a creative person, lucid dreaming offers you a great opportunity to try out new ideas.

When you get into the habit of remembering your dreams, you'll be able to return to your dreams when you go back to sleep and start controlling their course.

Lucid dreaming happens most readily in the hour or two before you are accustomed to waking up. When you wake early and go back to bed at these times, you often lucid dream; it seems as if you've just been thinking as you lie in bed, but once the alarm goes off, you know that you've been dreaming!

Dream recall is the first step in learning to have lucid dreams. Meditation and relaxation techniques can also help you to get into the right state to have dreams which you control. Self hypnosis helps a lot of people to speed up the process by training them to remember their dreams.

There is also a technological development in the field of audio which helps you to achieve the state where lucid dreaming happens easily. Binaural beats are frequencies which synchronize the hemispheres of your brain and tune your brainwaves to the frequency needed for lucid dreams to happen.

About the Author:

Build Your Staff Loyalty - Give The An Unexpected Gift

By Don Wong

Knowledge about corporate gifts is much lesser than that of personal gifts, which are given to friends and families by individuals. These gifts, unlike gifts to friends and family, are given to customers or employees to convey gratitude for their patronage or service.

Corporate gifts are usually expensive things and they do not carry any business symbol or brand name, as they are not meant for marketing or advertising. However, businesses often do promotion through distribution of merchandise like key chains, mouse pads, USB drives, and other gifts to the workforce and potential customers.

At the time of giving a corporate gift, it is important to keep in mind the interests of the individual to whom the gift is being presented, and to customize it accordingly. For important customers, rare and costly objects are the norm, while standard items should be given to employees belonging to the same team or unit.

The impact of the corporate gift on the rapport with a client or a team member depends on how valuable the person perceives the gift to be. However, gift-giving is sometimes regulated by the law, so a confirmation with your legal department is recommended.

It's advisable to plan corporate gift-giving beforehand by setting a budget, estimating the number of gifts to procure, and looking for bulk deals with retailers. This is obviously more useful in case of gifts to staff, especially if yours is a large-sized company. Make sure to buy the right quantity so that every employee whom you desire to express gratitude towards by means of a corporate gift is covered.

To sum it up, giving corporate gifts is a good business practice, which helps you develop a closer and healthier association with both your staff and your clients. To sum up, the pass time of gifting gifts to your staff and business clients is a great option for building and growing better relationships. Everyone always loves a gift.

About the Author:

Ideas For Press Releases

By Brock Hamilton

Have you heard all of the buzz going around about press releases but are not exactly sure how this can benefit you and your company? Then you need to read this article and discover some of the ideas that people will write a press release about. Many people are lost when it comes time to write their press release and don't have a clue about what to make as their topic for a press release.

Back when it was hoped that a press release would be picked up by a member of the press and published so that thousands of people would be able to see this and decide to go and visit your business. This basic concept is still in place, but these days it is a more effective tool that is used in the world of marketing your business. These days anybody can put out a press release about anything that is going on at their company.

If you are sitting there and saying that you have nothing to write about in your press release then you are mistaken and taking the wrong approach to the whole thing completely. Stop putting your press release into a pre-fit box and instead let it be more of a news article, this approach will allow you to have a better perspective as to what to put in your press release. The following are just a couple of ideas that you will be able to use in your press releases.

1. Maybe you are announcing a new venture in your company. This would be the ideal place and method upon which to announce this.

2. Are you ready to launch a new product line? The a press release is ideal for such an announcement. Making the announcement of a new partnership between two individuals and or companies.

3. If your company has received an award in the recent weeks or months.

4. maybe you and you company are offering a series of articles for publishing and are wanting to announce this.

These are just a few of the things that you will want to publish a press release for as these are milestones in your company and you will want to share all of these with the rest of the world.

Press releases are a wonderful way to get the message that you have out to the public and to let them know that an event in your company has recently occurred and therefore you are making an announcement as such.

About the Author:

Sunday, 27 December 2009

Many Ways To Catch A Cheating Spouse

By Sabrina Summerfrield

If you believe that your spouse is cheating then you need to have proof before making an accusation and the following are some foolproof ways to catch cheating spouse. Ultimately we all hope that our accusations are wrong but cheating happens enough that you should be concerned. Read on the find the ways to catch a cheating spouse.

Mobile phone is the first place to trace back calls and messages. You can even get a contact number and name of the person, so it just nails it. The number of phone calls and messages may suddenly increase, so look for them. Most cheating spouses make obvious moves and mistakes. Track their activity. If you find him whispering in the middle of the night or at odd hours, then its definitely cheating. Also keep an ear, for the tone and the words used on the phone conversations, watch his phone manners. They may just get off the phone when you step into the room otherwise continue talking for hours. They will do everything to keep things away from you. They may be look tensed or uneasy while talking on the phone, this is also an indicated that something is going on behind you.

Get in contact with the cell phone company and find out your spouses calling history. Your spouse may delete the history from their phone, but there is always ways to bulldoze through your spouses lies and discover the truth.

Internet cheating is becoming a lot more common these days as well. If you suspect your spouse is cheating on the internet, invest in some tracking software that will tell you every click your spouse makes.

Yes, it is getting personal and breaking privacy laws. But when its your marriage in question, nothing is important. You are doing it to save your spouse, yourself and your marriage. Use all the available help that's available and do not leave it for chance. It could be your last chance, plus there is technology. Just be wary, that these are only some ways to catch a cheating spouse.

About the Author:

Browns Best Bills In NFL 'Futility Bowl'

By Ross Everett

In a matchup between two of the worst offenses in the NFL, someone had to win. Despite producing only 9 first downs and'3 yards of total offense, the Cleveland Browns got a late game field goal from Billy Cundiff to defeat the Buffalo Bills 6-3 and win their first game of the season. The Bills had the more productive afternoon statistically, with- first downs and 288 yards of offense but were undone by three costly turnovers. Both teams are now 1-4 on the 2009 NFL season.

To successfully bet on the NFL, one needs to find opportunities to play underdogs"this is particularly true in games where neither team is expected to put many points on the board. Such was the case here, as Cleveland easily covered the pointspread as +6 road underdogs. Both teams are now 2-3 against the number on the season. The Browns have now won and covered the last three head to head matchups between the teams.

It was a game without many highlights. The Browns got on the board first with a 24 yard Cundiff field goal in the second quarter, and took that 3-0 lead into the locker room at halftime. Buffalo would tie the score in third on a Rian Lindell 36 yard field goal. That would set the stage for Cundiff to nail the game winner from' yards out with: 23 left to play. Despite todays victory, Cleveland is averaging a woeful 11 points per game this season.

The real loser in Sundays contest may have been Buffalo head coach Dick Jauron. Many were surprised that he was retained after the Bills third straight 7-9 season last year and things have gone from bad to worse so far in the 2009 NFL season. Buffalo has lost to winless teams in back to back weeks, part of a three game losing streak. Overall, the Bills have wound up losers in 12 of their last 15 games. Not that Cleveland has done much better--the win today ended a 10 game losing streak, one short of the all time franchise record.

Cleveland will have a tough road assignment next Sunday, heading to Pittsburgh to face the World Champion Steelers. Theyll return home for a game against the Green Bay Packers on October 25th before playing the Chicago Bears in The Windy City the following week. Buffalo will play the next two on the road, heading to the Meadowlands next Sunday for a game against the New York Jets followed by a trip to Charlotte, NC to take on the Carolina Panthers. Theyll return home on November 1st to face the Houston Texans.

About the Author:

The Wonders Of This Oakton Dentist

By Kenya File

Ever had to have more work done that your dentist suggested, but when you went to go have it done you had to go to another office? Want services right where you go to get treated? If you live in the Oakton area there is an Oakton dentist who can do just that. They offer more things than any other dentist could ever offer.

When we talk about services, there are not many that this Oakton dentist cannot do. They are qualified in a number of areas. For example, I. V. Sedation, cosmetic dentistry, and ways to correct gum disease are just a few that they can highlight. This in itself sets them apart from all others.

Some people for one reason or another are afraid of nova cane. Some do not like the feeling of it. Some do not like being put out by a mask and more. That is why with this dentist, you can have the option of iv sedation. Not many dentists offer this.

Due to all the services that are offered there is not much that they can not get over. Due to the things that they can accomplish they can give you more options that some other dentists. Other dentists would just simply refer you to specialists in the area.

People who have difficult diagnoses such as TMJ are in love with this office as they do not have to pay the extra cost of seeing a specialist. The specialist is already in. That way it is done if not that same day, but the next week. They have one office and one doctor which make it a whole lot more convenient than before.

Just when you thought it could not get better than the dentist you are at then you have thought wrong. It just got a little bit better bit by bit. So, if you want one easy location then you need to check out how differently this dentist is doing things.

About the Author:

Want To Take Your Company Public: The Machiavellian Method of Fund Raising...Get Ready!

By James Scott

The psychological profile of business proprietors and entrepreneurs in general boasts the critical 'Risk Taker' element which allows one to take the leap from the financial security of a 9 - 5 job to the dicey waters of action based, success based income generation meaning: No Sales = No Money and No Food.

Many of these risk takers function within the realm of right brain communicative as opposed to left brain analytical which passes over the critical detail oriented solutions that are mandatory for raising capital. It is crucial for someone of this profile to hire a professional to come in and cross the t's and dot the i's in preparation for corporate fundraising efforts. After this is facilitated the entrepreneur needs to prepare mentally and emotionally for the turbulent road ahead.

Raising capital is no easy task and after the company is properly structured and you have an investor finder service, market maker or broker dealer in place to sell or promote your funding cause, you must step back, take a deep breath and prepare yourself mentally and emotionally. This preparation should start with the concept of 'objectivity' when you talk to investors, some will love your business model while others see an investment in your company as a waste of time. You must take these critiques, good and bad with a grain of salt. Don't get caught up in the habit of emotionally reacting to these ideas from outside sources, don't allow your mind to attach itself to an investor's idea of your company or it will drive you insane and you'll find that these emotional ups and downs will find their way home as your family will quickly be affected by your emotional fluctuation.

The second thing you must do is read and absorb the knowledge in such books as "The 48 Laws of Power" and "The 33 Strategies of War" by Robert Greene and of course "The Art of War" by Sun Tzu. These books deal with strategy that can easily be translated into the business world and can help you prepare mentally for the art of fundraising. Read these books cover to cover and then read them again. Absorb the intricacies and strategies that these books offer and make it a point to use these concepts in your daily professional life; believe me, you'll be glad you did.

The next thing you want to do is to study great strategists like Napoleon and Machiavelli. One thing that you will realize almost instantly is that these investors are out for their own gain, period (Why wouldn't they?). They will try to attract your attention with the right hand while their left hand is reaching in your financial records looking for chinks in your corporate armor to make their case for more equity for less investment. You need to be able to analyze, not just the words of the investor but also all the other elements of their expression such as: intonation, facial gestures, eye movement, standing and sitting positions and other 'tells' that can give you an insight to what they are truly trying to communicate so you can anticipate their next move. These are just a few things to consider before entering the world of venture capital. Raising money for a business is a daunting task only to the unprepared.

About the Author:

I Need Body Language Advice

By Alan Bentley

Self-confidence can be something difficult to achieve and it seems especially so when we are overly nervous and excited about our new date ahead. Is it going to develop into something special and long-lasting, for a change? Those butterflies in the stomach feel very real right now. How are you going to project yourself and what will this guy think of you after that first encounter?

Worrying about everything is not advantageous, but if you do this anyway then you might want to seek some body language advice before you go out. After all, you don't want him to come away with a really bad impression of you, just because of the way that you portray yourself, do you?

Body language advice tells you that you need to exhibit a dominant position and that this will naturally convey confidence and show that you are very happy and at ease with yourself. While we may be able to talk ourselves around any situation, the picture always tells 1000 words and in this case if you are not giving off the right body language, subconsciously this could all fail.

As human beings, we all have the ability to assess the make up of someone we meet for the first time, even if we don't realize it. We make assumptions based on the "vibes" that we feel and as much of this is derived from the way that we present ourselves, body language advice is often sought.

If you are trying to pick up some body language advice, you should really ensure that you maintain eye contact with the person you are talking to at all times. This is so essential, but many people fall down here. This is a deliberate action and you should never let your gaze go until he does first. After all, if you look away first it is seen as a sign of submission.

Don't be rude when you are talking to somebody and focus on other things, be they checking your mail, writing a text, watching the TV or cooking something on the stove. You need to give that person your undivided attention, quite apart from it being rude not to do so.

If you tend to slouch when you are standing or sitting, you need to pay attention to your posture as this is very important when you meet somebody. You could find that you are not devoting enough of your time to your workout regime, which will naturally help you to compose yourself better. Stand really tall and take a deep breath and see how much better you feel.

Don't rely on nervous gestures to help you through a potentially awkward moment! You have to find an inner sense of calm before you interact with people, most especially on your first date. All those twitchy, tapping hand gestures and other movements can be very offputting!

About the Author:

Saturday, 26 December 2009

Things You Can Do When Camping In An RV

By Larry Forest

One thing most people love to do is to take vacations. There is a vacation that is popular with a lot of people. Camping is the type of vacation we are talking about. This vacation is something that appeals to a lot of people.

One way that is considered one of the best is using an RV to go camping. Well in this article we are going to look at some fun things you can do by going camping in an RV.

First and foremost when you camp in an RV you give yourself the ability to still enjoy all the amenities of life. Things like running water or toilets is very appealing to people. Without a doubt there are still a group of people who like to rough it when they go camping. But that isn't the type of person that makes up most of my clientele of my San Diego RV rentals business.

The next benefit of going camping in an RV is the ability to store food and cook in it. When you go camping usually you are limited in what type of food you can bring. Well it used to be if you were to go camping you were limited to the types of foods you could bring, but an RV frees those limitations. That is the biggest requested item for people who rent an RV from my Campland on the Bay RV rentals service.

The final benefit is you give yourself the freedom to go to a lot of campsites on one trip. When you first go camping the first thing you need to do is set up your camp. Well if you want to go to another camp what you have to do is a lot of breaking down of camp then moving everything. Well with an RV if you want to go to another campground, all you have to do is load up and drive. This is what a lot of people who rent from my RV rentals company.

As you can see very clearly the choice to go camping with an RV has many reasons. The biggest reason that covers them all is comfort and ease of use.

About the Author:

Hooked On Phonics - A Blessing For Kids Learning

By Girish Jaju

Children find it enormously delightful and easy to understand, the hooked on phonics system of learning. That is why this scheme of child education is getting pace over the years. It is more of a confidence building practice over and above the teaching method for children. The children over seven are the most primed candidates to benefit from this method of training due to the fact that they can recognize between the phonetics of vowels and consonants.

Since the phonetics is used in this method of teaching for the kids to learn, it is necessary to understand the phonetically dissimilar vowels and consonants. The effect of this wonderful system is found in the learning process where reading is concerned. Problematic reading is therefore corrected with this system of teaching. The medium of working is letter and sound, which are effectively combined to get the approval of kids.

Kids find this system very responsive and gain immensely to make improvements in the reading abilities of children. The hooked on phonics system of learning for kids take the help of numerous kinds of materials including CDs and DVDs to recognize the model sounds and equivalent letters.

They have been found to offer exceptional improvements in the reading skill of kids who had not been able to read properly. This system makes catchy outfits to incorporate in the learning programs with a touch of entertainment for kids, which they adore and appreciate.

Results with kids are fantastic and a kid who has experienced a lesson of this hooked on phonic system of learning will never want to miss the entertainment and fun. There are various plans for every kind of children which parents should select for their kids.

Great approvals and advantages have been recorded in the reading abilities of children using the novel system of learning with hooked on phonics. Several commercials in the televisions relating this kind of learning techniques have been liked by visitors throughout the nation. This has reached many kids around the globe to benefit children who have difficulty in reading. This program has been a lucky thing in the form of entertainment for the kids with trouble in reading.

About the Author:

Amazing Secrets Of Chakra Meditation Therapy

By Nisal Karuiyaratna

According to the ancient Vedic thought, there are seven circles (Chakras) of energy referred to as energy wheels in the human body. These are present along the meridian of the body.

There are seven of these wheels (although a few more mystical practitioners say there are 14),

Beginning at the base (believed to be either the bottom end of the spine or the genitals) they go right up to the top of the head, the crown.

In between there are: the orange chakra of the womb or belly; the golden chakra of the solar plexus; the green chakra of the heart; the blue chakra of the throat; and the indigo chakra known as the third eye, on the center of the forehead. The base chakra is red, and the crown chakra is violet right above the head but as its circumference extends outward, away from the head, it turns whiter.

As well as each chakra being associated with a particular color, they are numbered from one to seven with the base chakra being number one and the crown chakra being number seven.

The first chakra controls our physical health and vitality and our sexual health.

The second chakra commands our creative powers.

The third commands the power of our will and desires.

Chakra four at the heart commands our emotional energy that opens us up to giving and receiving love.

The fifth chakra is responsible for communicating and is the link between what we feel and what we think.

The sixth chakra commands intuition and psychic powers and insights, (hence the sixth sense).

The final chakra, number seven located at the crown of the head is what is responsible for our astral voyages.

When people focus on the energy of this seventh crown chakra they really are communicating with God.

The chakras spin in their natural state. If they are healthy then they will spin and will then provide you with the optimum energies you need. If however they become unbalanced they can not spin and you will therefore experience illness or sickness in one or more of the areas outlined.

No chakra should be more developed than the others, either. If this happens then addictions, neuroses, obsessive-compulsive disorders, or unintentional cruelty will result.

Chakras can become unbalanced or clogged as a result of neglect or bad lifestyle. If your diet is bad, or you have a negative attitude toward sexual relations you will have problems with your first or root/base chakra. This is likely to lead to ill health and broken or difficult relationships.

If you start dabbling in things like black magic or even destructive negative thoughts about other people you are likely to unbalance or clog up the seventh crown chakra which will mean you are unable to connect with the higher cosmos and you are left feeling totally empty and fearful.

One of the most important aspects of a healthy, rapidly spinning chakra wheel is its flexibility; that is, it can open to receive energy from something good but close to repel energy from something bad. A mind is just like a hand: if it cannot both open and close then it's broken. And a chakra is just like a mind-if it is healthy then it can both open and close as need be.

Everyone can control his or her chakras. All it requires is a daily exercise to focus in a balanced way on the energies commanded by these seven chakras. At a determined time each day, you will need to meditate by focusing one by one on the energy of the chakras and how it is apparent in your life. You can even visualize the energy of a particular chakra while carrying out this exercise.

Take each major energy category and at some point each day meditate upon how its aspects are manifesting-or not manifesting-in your life, and as you do this visualize your body's energy residing in that particular chakra. If you find your energy waning in any category, meditate on the steps you can take to make that category healthy and cleanse the related chakra.

It is also observed that when some persons meditate on a gemstone of the same color as the chakras, their concentration is very high. They are able to focus better and can obtain an insight into the path for cleansing their chakras and make them healthier.

Recently it has become possible to just listen to the individual chakra sound frequencies. By listening to the particular frequency of each chakra your own chakras resonates at this frequency and become completely balanced.

About the Author:

The Principle Of The Cosmic Order Service

By Jamie-Lee Day

The cosmic order service is an ancient concept but has become extremely popular over the last decade. Many famous people and celebrities are raving about it and giving credit of their success to having made a cosmic order. How does the cosmic order service work? And what makes it work for some and not for others?

In order to understand this phenomenon we must understand the complexities of the mind. The mind is a marvelous thing. The brain is a physical matter that holds this brilliant computer, the mind. You can have anything you desire, if you just believe that it is possible and right for you to have it.

Researchers have revealed that the smallest unit of matter are called quarks which are in a state of constant vibration. When these quarks make big jumps and quantum leaps, they change the very make up of matter. What makes these quarks make such quantum leaps? The answer is simple; energy. Our thoughts are nothing but energy. So, all you need to do is use the energy in the right way to manifest all what you want.

Majority of people do not know how to change the existing pattern of their lives. They are exposed to problems, feelings of despair and despondency through news. Most of them talk about lack of resources and money. Jealousy hounds them as the elusive success touches them and not their neighbour. What they don't realize is, that with a shift in their thinking and actions, they can actually make their wishes come true. Nevertheless, its not as simple as it seems.

For years, most people have operated out of negativity. Most people operate out of a scarcity mindset. They don't accept that the Universe has everything for everyone and it is in abundance. People worry about theur health, constantly think of new problems before the old problems are over and never really count their blessings or expect a great life. No wonder, they are disillusioned and feel that God really doesn't love them. They employ the cosmic order service and get what they expect.

There are some people who feel that suffering is noble and they can never be perfectly happy. Their thoughts tell them to work hard or else they have no worth in life. As a result this ideology which is ingrained into their mind as small children is constantly reinforced time and again.

If you feed your mind with ideas that tell you it's immoral to be wealthy, to be happy or healthy, your life will evidently follow the course of action you believe. This is your cosmic order service and you have yourself asked for your miseries. Your beliefs have created this reality for you.

To make the best thing to happen to you, first you have to remove all the wrong attitudes and wrong thinking. Positive results will not happen if the mind does not totally believe that these can really happen in you. Once your mind believes that positive things will come true, then you will get your desired results. There are ways to clear your mind of those hindrances to positive thinking to be able to connect to the universal force.

Some psychological and ritual processes such as self-hypnosis, affirmations and yoga or any related mind relaxation and rejuvenation will help you connect to the positive energy. Listening to the correct sound frequencies is a recent development can allow your brainwaves to resonate to the state needed for meditation and connection to the universe.

These methods are great in balancing your brain waves. With these, you can program your subconscious mind, clear out negative thoughts and send new orders to the cosmic order service.

Nothing comes free in this world. The price for whatever you desire from the cosmic order service is knowledge. The knowledge that you can be and have whatever you want in this very lifetime. All you need to do is get rid of old beliefs and instill new ones. This requires courage, patience and persistence but can lead to a lifetime of pleasure and happiness.

About the Author:

Chakra Meditation Revealed

By Jonathan Benjem

Meditation provides a much-needed succor to the battered mind and soul. This fact is known for centuries to ancient civilizations, like Hindu. However, the Western world has only just realized the potency of meditation as a means towards a healthy physical and meta-physical existence. Chakra Meditation is one of the Meditation methods that is most popular the world over purely because of its simplicity and effectiveness in bringing about a change in anyones life.

Introduction to Chakra Meditation

The meditation whose basic aim is to align the movement of all the seven primary Chakras in the body is termed as Chakra Meditation. Our body consists of 7 primary and over 20,000 secondary Chakras. For a better understanding of Chakra Meditation, its important to know what and where are the primary Chakras in the body:

1. Crown Chakra is situated at the top of the head. It is related to the thought element, which governs our wisdom, knowledge, and consciousness.

2. Brow Chakra, also called The Third Eye Chakra, is situated between the brows on the forehead. It is related to the Light element, which governs our perception, interpretation, and visualization.

3. Solar Plexus governing your metabolism, autonomy and conviction is located just above the naval region and related to the element Fire.

4. Heart Chakra governing your general relationships, and feelings of love and compassion is located at the center of the chest and related to the element Air.

5. Power Chakra, also called the Solar Plexus, is situated just above the naval region. It is related to the Fire element, which governs our will power, metabolism, and autonomy.

6. Brow Chakra governing your power of imagination, visualization, and interpretation is located between the brows on the forehead and related to the element Light.

7. Crown Chakra located at the top of the head and related to the element thought. It governs consciousness, wisdom, and knowledge.

If you want to reinvent yourself and bring back those vitalizing moments in your life, then theres no substitute to Chakra Meditation. If these vital seven Chakras are rotating in sync, physical, mental, and spiritual well being is assured. Thus, you can safely conclude that Chakra Meditation is the key to overall health of your life, taken as a whole.

Chakra Meditation " The Process

Chakra Meditation is the sum total of the following three techniques:

1. Grounding Technique, which aims at making the body feel connected with Earth. You just need to visualize a root growing from your body and entering into the Earth. This requires intense focus and mental presence during the act of visualization.

2. Centering Technique. This technique is vital as it prepares your body to receive the benefits of Chakra Meditation. Again, the application of this technique is not too difficult. Just take 4-5 deep breaths and feel every body part from head to toe getting relaxed. This process involves tightening and relaxing each body part from toe, and then visualizing the act of a potter who centers a pot on the pottery wheel.

3. Relaxation Technique, which is the final step in Chakra Meditation. There is no hard and fast rule to relax your body. Everyone has his or her own method of relaxation.

Here is one of the most common methods of performing Chakra Meditation:

a) Sit or lie down comfortably.

b) Loosen all your clothing so that there is no tension on any part of the body, and close your eyes.

c) Breathe in a relaxed manner, which should be neither too fast nor too slow. The idea is to give up the control on your breath, and let it flow naturally, but healthily.

d) The next step relates to feeling every part of your body from toe to head in that direction. While your eyes are closed, try to feel everything that you wouldve seen with open eyes, like earth, air, clothes, surroundings etc. The idea is to feel awareness even with closed eyes.

e) Initially, your efforts will be met with stiff resistance from negative thoughts and emotions. Dont suppress them! Theyll disappear with time and practice.

f) Feel every subtle inner detail and let your awareness travel freely from one body part to the other.

Do this exercise for any length of time and at any time of the day!

About the Author: