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Perspectives On Laughter

May 31, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Have you ever noticed that when you are caught up in a stressful situation for a while, you are much more likely to pick up a cold or flu? And when everything’s going well you don’t get sick as often? It’s been shown in medical research that both stress and laughter have effects on the immune system, one having negative effects and the other positive ones. Laughter helps to stabilize blood pressure, stimulate circulation, aid digestion, increase oxygen supply to muscles, decrease muscle tension, and leaves you with an overall sense of well-being to name just a few.

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Relationships That Empower Us - Transformation Through Trust

November 1, 2007 | Leave a Comment

We live in a world where loneliness runs rampant and has been identified as the most dominant social problem in America today. The longing for real connection with another human being can keep us from fulfilling our potentials and giving our gifts to the world. It is just that important an ingredient for genuine success and happiness in life.

This month I stumbled upon an article in the Utne Reader about mentoring. It contains an interview with Richard Leider - author of Claiming Your Place at the Fire. When posed with this question: What makes for the best relationship between mentor and apprentice? This is what he says:

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