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2009 The Year of the Yin Earth Ox

As we reach the half way mark for 2009 I thought it would be interesting to revisit one of New Year Predictions and see how we are tracking in 2009.

This outlook was based on Chinese Astrology for 2009 and I agree that the Chinese New Year didn’t start on January 1 - I still thought it a good point to start from.

I do not recall where this came from so thanks to the anonymous author

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The Obstacle in Our Path

Another story with a lesson to share with you today. Again author unknown but important lesson in personal growth.

“In ancient times, a King had a boulder placed on a roadway.

Then he hid himself and watched to see if anyone would remove the huge rock.

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Always remember those who serve you

I would like to continue on with another example that I have come across which teaches the lessons that life can share and that we can learn and grow from.

“In the days when an ice cream sundae cost much less, a 10 year old boy entered a hotel coffee shop and sat at a table. A waitress put a glass of water in front of him.

“How much is an ice cream sundae?” he asked.

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Important Lessons Life Teaches You

Today I want to share a story that I have recently come across, during my personal growth reading and I don’t know if this is true or not or who wrote it but I got a message when I read it - I’ll share my message after the story.

“Pickup in the Rain

One night, at 11:30 PM, an older African-American woman was standing on the side of an Alabama highway trying to endure a lashing rainstorm. Her car had broken down and she desperately needed a ride. Soaking wet, she decided to flag down the next car.

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Ways to Make Time For Yourself

Every day you are hard at it - working. You provide food and shelter for your family and also help to meet their emotional needs.

But when all is said and done let me ask you, what do you do for YOU?

Often as we rush to get to work, rush to get home to do chores or take the kids here and their and even schedule some personal growth time - what about You time?

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Exercises to Boost Your Creativity

Do you ever feel that you are running low on inspiration and creativity?

Many creative people and artists hit this wall now and then. Is there’s anything worse than feeling a creative block standing in your path.

I have some great tips for you on how to boost your creativity in just a few minutes.

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Finding Joy and Happiness in the Little Things

Let me ask you a quick question - are you grateful ?

You know what I mean do you start the day, or take time out during your busy day, to stop and be grateful?

Do you experience gratitude and joy in your life every day?

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