The purpose of studying Buddha Dharma is to
understand the principles of the universe,
and the ultimate reality of life.
If we do not know the comings and goings of life,
we will not know the direction of our future.
Like a blind person,
we can only be touching and searching in the darkness.
Searching for the truth is similar to looking for an inner eye.
If you find the eye, you will be free and comfortable.
Having an eye, if we see a wall we can make a turn;
if there is no way out, we can find the door.
Truth allows you to find a way;
a way which leads you to understanding and freedom.
That is why we say that
Dharma practice is searching for the inner eye -
the eye of the mind and heart.
Birds in the Heart - Blind Person
How free and easygoing life is
after realization and awakening!
Without realization,
your life is like that of a blind person walking down the road,
having to go slowly, touching and feeling here and there,
not knowing where to find the door.
Awakening is like a person with exvellent vision,
who can clearly see the door,
and thus go in and out freely and easily.
Walking here and there,
the awakened you will not bump into the wall.
Even if you occasionally bump into a wall
due to carelessness,
you will know immediately
how to make changes and improvements.
Awakening or realization is needed in order to have a happy life.
Once realization is achieved, happiness will follow.
Without realization, happiness can never be attained.
after realization and awakening!
Without realization,
your life is like that of a blind person walking down the road,
having to go slowly, touching and feeling here and there,
not knowing where to find the door.
Awakening is like a person with exvellent vision,
who can clearly see the door,
and thus go in and out freely and easily.
Walking here and there,
the awakened you will not bump into the wall.
Even if you occasionally bump into a wall
due to carelessness,
you will know immediately
how to make changes and improvements.
Awakening or realization is needed in order to have a happy life.
Once realization is achieved, happiness will follow.
Without realization, happiness can never be attained.
Advertising Your Home Busindess On A Budget
When you are starting out in a new home business and no one knows who you are, one of the greatest challenges you will face is how to drum up new business.
If there were not people in your community or marketplace that you knew who needed your products or services, you probably would not have started your business to begin with. But, once you have talked to those who you personally knew who needed your what you offer, then your next task is to find others who will help keep your doors open.
May people know that theymust turn to advertising at some point in the future, but they hope that day will be long down the road. For some, this utopian concept will come to fruition. But for the rest of us in the real world, we must come up with creative solutions for meeting our home business advertising needs while working within our budget.
Most people have a misconception about having to spend lots of money in order to advertise their home business. When you start out, you honestly will not have much money available for advertising, and if you do, you should still spend it wisely.
Before you jump headfist into the world of advertising, let me share some of the lessons I have learned concerning this most important topic.
LESSON 1
It does not have to cost an arm and a leg to advertise your home business, unless you fail to plan and fail to test.
As much as is possible, you should always test your advertising. If you jump in and start dumping tons of money in to advertising without first testing your advertising, you might find yourself broke and without sales at the end of the road. Most people who commit this error write off thier failure on the home business they chose or the economy or any of a hundred other excuses. But, if they are unwilling to take responsibility for thier mistake, they will never learn from thier mistake. Don't let this be you.
LESSON 2
All testing should be done in blocks. If you being to advertise simultaneously in newspapers, radio and television, how will you know which advertising is bringing people to your cash register? You won't. All you will know that something might be working, but you will not know what is actually doing the trick.
Even if you tell people in your advertising to tell you how they found you, my experience shows that fewer than 10% of the people ever will tell you anything - and those people who do not even get the facts straight! You cannot rely on your customers to tell you what advertising is working for your home business.
You must put in the extra effort to know for yourself.
LESSON 3
Only when you have a proven and solid advertising portfolio should you venture to drop big bucks in an advertising campaign. Even then, you should be careful to keep further measurements to determine how much the maximum advantage of an ad would be. Sometimes you might be able to reach ten times as many people, but depending on the kind of media and other factors, the additional exposure will only generate twice as many sales. Keep your eye attuned to situations like this to get the most from your advertising dollars.
LESSON 4
As Lesson 3 illustrates, sometimes your best advertising investment may actually cost you less money. When you are first starting out, whether you are running a home business or a business outside of your home, you need to be able to get people talking and thinking about your business.
If you are busy testing ads in media's such as the newspaper, magazines, radio and tv, you need to learn ways of promoting your business that do not require large cash expenditures. A few examples are:
BUSINESS CARD
You can usually pick up 500 business cards for about $20. When you do, hand them out. Do not give more than a couple of cards to each person. If they need more cards from you, they will ask.
Some people are known to network with others on a regular basis. Some of these people are also known to be always looking for an extra few bucks. With these people, you can suggest to them that if they write their name on the back of one of your business cards and the card is presented to you, then you will pay a referral fee to them. You do not have to offer much - sometimes one dollar is enough. Look at your home business and your offerings and decide how much would be a good referral fee.
In Conclusion
When it comes down to it, there is a lot to understand about advertising, but when you have the basic knowledge down pat, everything will fall into place and bring more dollars to your bank account.
If there were not people in your community or marketplace that you knew who needed your products or services, you probably would not have started your business to begin with. But, once you have talked to those who you personally knew who needed your what you offer, then your next task is to find others who will help keep your doors open.
May people know that theymust turn to advertising at some point in the future, but they hope that day will be long down the road. For some, this utopian concept will come to fruition. But for the rest of us in the real world, we must come up with creative solutions for meeting our home business advertising needs while working within our budget.
Most people have a misconception about having to spend lots of money in order to advertise their home business. When you start out, you honestly will not have much money available for advertising, and if you do, you should still spend it wisely.
Before you jump headfist into the world of advertising, let me share some of the lessons I have learned concerning this most important topic.
LESSON 1
It does not have to cost an arm and a leg to advertise your home business, unless you fail to plan and fail to test.
As much as is possible, you should always test your advertising. If you jump in and start dumping tons of money in to advertising without first testing your advertising, you might find yourself broke and without sales at the end of the road. Most people who commit this error write off thier failure on the home business they chose or the economy or any of a hundred other excuses. But, if they are unwilling to take responsibility for thier mistake, they will never learn from thier mistake. Don't let this be you.
LESSON 2
All testing should be done in blocks. If you being to advertise simultaneously in newspapers, radio and television, how will you know which advertising is bringing people to your cash register? You won't. All you will know that something might be working, but you will not know what is actually doing the trick.
Even if you tell people in your advertising to tell you how they found you, my experience shows that fewer than 10% of the people ever will tell you anything - and those people who do not even get the facts straight! You cannot rely on your customers to tell you what advertising is working for your home business.
You must put in the extra effort to know for yourself.
LESSON 3
Only when you have a proven and solid advertising portfolio should you venture to drop big bucks in an advertising campaign. Even then, you should be careful to keep further measurements to determine how much the maximum advantage of an ad would be. Sometimes you might be able to reach ten times as many people, but depending on the kind of media and other factors, the additional exposure will only generate twice as many sales. Keep your eye attuned to situations like this to get the most from your advertising dollars.
LESSON 4
As Lesson 3 illustrates, sometimes your best advertising investment may actually cost you less money. When you are first starting out, whether you are running a home business or a business outside of your home, you need to be able to get people talking and thinking about your business.
If you are busy testing ads in media's such as the newspaper, magazines, radio and tv, you need to learn ways of promoting your business that do not require large cash expenditures. A few examples are:
- Word of Mouth
- Business Cards
Here is more information about each type of low-cost advertising:
WORD OF MOUTH
This of course is the cheapest kind of advertising on the planet - it does not cost you anything. Ask your customers if they know anyone who could also use your products or services. When they are happy with your offerings and service, they will be willing to tell you whom you can contact, and they will pass the word for you.BUSINESS CARD
You can usually pick up 500 business cards for about $20. When you do, hand them out. Do not give more than a couple of cards to each person. If they need more cards from you, they will ask.
Some people are known to network with others on a regular basis. Some of these people are also known to be always looking for an extra few bucks. With these people, you can suggest to them that if they write their name on the back of one of your business cards and the card is presented to you, then you will pay a referral fee to them. You do not have to offer much - sometimes one dollar is enough. Look at your home business and your offerings and decide how much would be a good referral fee.
In Conclusion
When it comes down to it, there is a lot to understand about advertising, but when you have the basic knowledge down pat, everything will fall into place and bring more dollars to your bank account.
Birds in the Hearts - Taking a Shower
Buddha Dharma is unlike common worldly knowledge.
It is the wisdom of ultimate "Emptiness."
Empty out your problems and desires;
let every kind of worry, dispute, mistrust,
or contradiction completely empty out,
without leaving any trace.
Then, you will be free of all burdens.
It is just like when we are sweaty and smelly,
and then take a shower;
right away it makes us feel so comfortable and so refreshed!
Buddha Dharma can do the same.
It can clear away all of the "haves" and the "have-nots,"
allowing the inner state to be clear, cool, and comfortable.
Ultimate "Emptiness" does not, however,
mean that there is absolutely nothing.
It means that you are letting the ideas and conceptions in
your mind return to freedom,
allowing all the happenings to come and go naturally,
setting everything free.
In the mean time, you will have set yourself free also.
It is the wisdom of ultimate "Emptiness."
Empty out your problems and desires;
let every kind of worry, dispute, mistrust,
or contradiction completely empty out,
without leaving any trace.
Then, you will be free of all burdens.
It is just like when we are sweaty and smelly,
and then take a shower;
right away it makes us feel so comfortable and so refreshed!
Buddha Dharma can do the same.
It can clear away all of the "haves" and the "have-nots,"
allowing the inner state to be clear, cool, and comfortable.
Ultimate "Emptiness" does not, however,
mean that there is absolutely nothing.
It means that you are letting the ideas and conceptions in
your mind return to freedom,
allowing all the happenings to come and go naturally,
setting everything free.
In the mean time, you will have set yourself free also.
Birds in the Heart - Boundless Container
"Spacious Emptiness"
is similar to a boundless container;
it will never fill up,
no matter how much stuff we put into it.
Is your inner space in such a state of
"Spacious Emptiness?"
If your mind is full of selfish,
sinful ideas, all kinds of pain and sorrow
will arise accordingly.
Therefore, try to empty the mind and heart;
let them be in a state of "Spacious Emptiness."
Naturally, they will be quite able to
accommodate a lot of your stuff.
Furthermore,
they will not even feel the existence of all the stuff.
This is why we said that Dharma practitioners should train
their minds and hearts to be like empty space.
Spacious, vast, and empty,
they can include and tolerate millions of things,
and millions of affairs.
is similar to a boundless container;
it will never fill up,
no matter how much stuff we put into it.
Is your inner space in such a state of
"Spacious Emptiness?"
If your mind is full of selfish,
sinful ideas, all kinds of pain and sorrow
will arise accordingly.
Therefore, try to empty the mind and heart;
let them be in a state of "Spacious Emptiness."
Naturally, they will be quite able to
accommodate a lot of your stuff.
Furthermore,
they will not even feel the existence of all the stuff.
This is why we said that Dharma practitioners should train
their minds and hearts to be like empty space.
Spacious, vast, and empty,
they can include and tolerate millions of things,
and millions of affairs.
Birds in the Heart - Making Friends
Because of the ephemeral nature of all of the various
things in the world, we say that this world is unreal.
Because it is unreal,
not everlasting, and will disappear,
we say that it is "Emptiness."
Affications also bear this characteristic;
they are illusory, temporary, and unsubstantial.
If you contemplate and reflect in this manner often,
gradually, your afflictions will no longer want to befriend you.
"How strange! Why are afflictions unwilling to make friends
with me any more?"
You will then be able to keep company witht he tranquil,
the carefree, and the liberated.
To achieve this state requires repeated effort.
Practice is not done by mere talking.
Do it once, twice, three times; keep going slowly.
After a long time of practice,
you will no longer be consumed by worries and distress.
things in the world, we say that this world is unreal.
Because it is unreal,
not everlasting, and will disappear,
we say that it is "Emptiness."
Affications also bear this characteristic;
they are illusory, temporary, and unsubstantial.
If you contemplate and reflect in this manner often,
gradually, your afflictions will no longer want to befriend you.
"How strange! Why are afflictions unwilling to make friends
with me any more?"
You will then be able to keep company witht he tranquil,
the carefree, and the liberated.
To achieve this state requires repeated effort.
Practice is not done by mere talking.
Do it once, twice, three times; keep going slowly.
After a long time of practice,
you will no longer be consumed by worries and distress.
My Girlfriend is a Gumiho
Chae Dae Woong is a cowardly and extremely immature man who accidentally set free a nine-tail fox who was imprisoned for 500 years. The fox began to take the form of a beautiful woman who follows Dae Woong causing misunderstandings that she is his girlfriend. Although he enjoys the attention and envy that people around him is giving, he is also alwayss in extreme fear that the Gumiho may want to feed on his liver to become human. But when both of them falls for each other as time goes by, the gumiho's enemies appears causing an unexpected twist in their life.
Birds in the Heart - Holding onto Water
The Dharma tells us to toss aflictions into "Emptiness."
How do we explain this "Emptiness?"
It means that nothing can be preserved,
nothing is everlasting, and everything dissolves ultimately.
"Emptiness" is anything tht may disappear,
that may cease to exist.
It is also called "Impermanence."
We should know that all and every sorts of things in this
world are impermanent.
Hoping to capture and hold on to the impermanent
is like a child trying to catch water with his hands.
Even if a handful or water has been scooped up,
it will leak away after a short while.
Even though we may have gotten hold of some water,
it will leak away, or it may dry out.
Everything we have or own in this human realm is just
like the water that we are trying to hold in our hands.
It will be lost, even though we think that we have gained it.
This is the meaning of "Emptiness."
How do we explain this "Emptiness?"
It means that nothing can be preserved,
nothing is everlasting, and everything dissolves ultimately.
"Emptiness" is anything tht may disappear,
that may cease to exist.
It is also called "Impermanence."
We should know that all and every sorts of things in this
world are impermanent.
Hoping to capture and hold on to the impermanent
is like a child trying to catch water with his hands.
Even if a handful or water has been scooped up,
it will leak away after a short while.
Even though we may have gotten hold of some water,
it will leak away, or it may dry out.
Everything we have or own in this human realm is just
like the water that we are trying to hold in our hands.
It will be lost, even though we think that we have gained it.
This is the meaning of "Emptiness."
Birds in the Heart - Open the Door of Emptiness
Initially, our minds and hearts were designed to continuously create space,
in order to provide ample room for ongoing activity.
But, if the mind is not sufficiently awakened and realized,
it is unable to create the space necessary to
accomodate all of our activities.
This means that the narrower your mind is,
or the smaller your heart is,
the tighter the activity space will be.
For instance, it seems that the richer people are,
the more constricted their hearts become.
It is because they are constrained
by the 'appearance' of money; so much so,
that they can find no way out its influence.
For this reason, Buddha opened the door of "Emptiness"
to give us a way out.
It is so that our lives can be broad, and spacious.
How do we open the door of "Emptiness?"
Simple by being detached and not clinging to illusory phenomena.
Thusly, you will open the door of "Emptiness,"
and live an easygoing, carefree, and lighthearted life.
in order to provide ample room for ongoing activity.
But, if the mind is not sufficiently awakened and realized,
it is unable to create the space necessary to
accomodate all of our activities.
This means that the narrower your mind is,
or the smaller your heart is,
the tighter the activity space will be.
For instance, it seems that the richer people are,
the more constricted their hearts become.
It is because they are constrained
by the 'appearance' of money; so much so,
that they can find no way out its influence.
For this reason, Buddha opened the door of "Emptiness"
to give us a way out.
It is so that our lives can be broad, and spacious.
How do we open the door of "Emptiness?"
Simple by being detached and not clinging to illusory phenomena.
Thusly, you will open the door of "Emptiness,"
and live an easygoing, carefree, and lighthearted life.
Best Sex Positions and Sex Tip
You're never to old to learn about the best sex positions, try out some different sex positions, read a few great sex tips and start practicing.
How to have sex in a Car.
How to have sex in a Car.
How do I have sex in a car? And will I get in a lot of trouble if I'm caught?
Take it easy! No one is going to force you to have sex in a car. Just put the sock on the door and well leave you alone.
Your question, however, intrigued me, so I did some poking around in the sex world, and it turns out that having sex in a car is very, very today. If caught, you won't get in too much trouble: Provided everyone is of legal age, all acts are consensual, you're not in public view, there aren't any juveniles present in the area, there aren't any illegal drugs or weapons in the car, and no one's intoxicated or engaged in any acts that are specifically prohibited by statute, you (and perhaps your party) might get slapped with a public-indecency charge, and offense that can carry a fine or jail time.
Honestly, this car sex sounds like a pain in the ass, which might be why Eric Marlowe Garrision, sex counselor and author of the upcoming The Foreply Bible, the latest bible to include an entire chapter of practical advice for having oral, anal, and even plain, God-fearing sex in cars, encourages couples to practice in private garages whenever possible.
"And I always recommend having an exit strategy," he says, with, I believe, no intended pun. "My rule for car sex is, if you wouldn't feel comfortable going there for a picnic during the day or even pulling over for hot chocolate at night - and those are the same amounts of time you'd need - I wouldn't recommend sex there." I don't know what all this has to do with hot chocolate, but I can't help thinking it might be better if adults practiced sex in a bed, inside, with the doors locked, while very drunk - or risk the very likely outcome of being just the latest in a long line of lovers slain by the legendary zodiac killer, who, I might remind you, was never caught.
Birds In The Heart
There are many little birds living inside our mind and heart.
Day and night,
they chirp and chatter without a break,
giving us neither peace nor serenity.
If we open the birdcage that is inside us,
and let all the birds fly away,
our inner state will be tranquil and serene.
Day and night,
they chirp and chatter without a break,
giving us neither peace nor serenity.
If we open the birdcage that is inside us,
and let all the birds fly away,
our inner state will be tranquil and serene.
What? Home Business?
Today's world is accelerating at a pace never seen before, and there seems to be a lot of things people forgot about...
Home Business? Hmm... sounds like a lot of trouble, a lot of work. With a job you don't need to worry about anything. Just do your job and get paid.
Now let's think about what's wrong with this picture... Where's the space for improvement? sure you can climb the corporate ladder, but remember... there's only one president, and those positions aren't guaranteed to anyone.
Let's think about another thing... Companies, Businesses, they want to make maximum profits, right? The world is evolving. One of the major problems to them? Employees. Sure they need employees but... remember
With all this automation going on in the world, these companies are finding more ways to increase thier profit margin - And that's to reduce thier workforce and increase the automation!
What does that mean for jobs? Less jobs! Many year ago, companies neede workers for every little detail. As technology advanced, one by one, small necessities weren't needed anymore, as there was a technology in place to automate that process.
Now where does that leave us? To fend for ourselves! Now these changes won't take place overnight obviously, but... I'm sure you can see the general Trend.
Why go through all the trouble with some sort of Home Business? Sure it's a lot of work, confusion, and a ton of trouble or so it would seem... but the space for improvement is Incredible!
More and more people are doing home based businesses... now another quetion still arises. If everyone were to do a home business or such, the world's economy would be a very chaotic place, correct?
While more people are doing home businesses, the Ratio of Jobs to Home Businesses doesn't change much; due to an ever increasing population. This allow more wealthy people to beam into existence, while keeping the ratio of the rich and poor the same!
YOU can also find ways to automate things... make things easier for yourself, gain an advantage. You're only limited to what you believe you can achieve!
Doing a home Business will give you an incredible advantage over others. Once you learn the ways of a home business, it won't be confusing anymore... it's like a totally new job that uses a new computer systems... once you learn it, it becomes a breeze!
Which home business is right for me? That's a question I can't answer for anyone. It's totally up to you, and what you would like to do... and remember, doing a home business doesn't have to mean quitting your job; you can do this to "secure" yourself, or supplement your current income.
Now I also understand that not everyone will want to do a home business, and will prefer to stick with thier job. There's absolutely nothing wrong with that. But my goal is to simply make people aware of these forgotten changes in the world.
Home Business? Hmm... sounds like a lot of trouble, a lot of work. With a job you don't need to worry about anything. Just do your job and get paid.
Now let's think about what's wrong with this picture... Where's the space for improvement? sure you can climb the corporate ladder, but remember... there's only one president, and those positions aren't guaranteed to anyone.
Let's think about another thing... Companies, Businesses, they want to make maximum profits, right? The world is evolving. One of the major problems to them? Employees. Sure they need employees but... remember
With all this automation going on in the world, these companies are finding more ways to increase thier profit margin - And that's to reduce thier workforce and increase the automation!
What does that mean for jobs? Less jobs! Many year ago, companies neede workers for every little detail. As technology advanced, one by one, small necessities weren't needed anymore, as there was a technology in place to automate that process.
Now where does that leave us? To fend for ourselves! Now these changes won't take place overnight obviously, but... I'm sure you can see the general Trend.
Why go through all the trouble with some sort of Home Business? Sure it's a lot of work, confusion, and a ton of trouble or so it would seem... but the space for improvement is Incredible!
More and more people are doing home based businesses... now another quetion still arises. If everyone were to do a home business or such, the world's economy would be a very chaotic place, correct?
While more people are doing home businesses, the Ratio of Jobs to Home Businesses doesn't change much; due to an ever increasing population. This allow more wealthy people to beam into existence, while keeping the ratio of the rich and poor the same!
YOU can also find ways to automate things... make things easier for yourself, gain an advantage. You're only limited to what you believe you can achieve!
Doing a home Business will give you an incredible advantage over others. Once you learn the ways of a home business, it won't be confusing anymore... it's like a totally new job that uses a new computer systems... once you learn it, it becomes a breeze!
Which home business is right for me? That's a question I can't answer for anyone. It's totally up to you, and what you would like to do... and remember, doing a home business doesn't have to mean quitting your job; you can do this to "secure" yourself, or supplement your current income.
Now I also understand that not everyone will want to do a home business, and will prefer to stick with thier job. There's absolutely nothing wrong with that. But my goal is to simply make people aware of these forgotten changes in the world.
Birds in the Heart - Incinerator
All stress and strife, right and wrong, them and me,
should be thrown into the "incinerator of emptiness."
Keep on throwing each and every day;
gradually, you will come to see your own mind and heart,
more and more. So, how do we do this throwing?
With what stuff do we begin?
Let's start with the old habits
that we have accumulated over such a long period of time.
should be thrown into the "incinerator of emptiness."
Keep on throwing each and every day;
gradually, you will come to see your own mind and heart,
more and more. So, how do we do this throwing?
With what stuff do we begin?
Let's start with the old habits
that we have accumulated over such a long period of time.
Secret Garden
Kim Joo Woo (Hyun Bin) is the arrogant, eccentric heir to a large company. Poised to inherit a large department store, he constantly rejects the girls his matchmaking mother sends his way. When he meets Gill Ra Im (Ha Ji Won), a beautiful, driven stunt woman, she changes his life, as he becomes fascinated by her strength and vulnerability. Ra Im wants nothing to do with this seeming oddball, drawn more to his pop-star cousin Oska (Yoo Sang Hyun), whose music she admires. Ra Im and Joo Won are thrown together when, due to a magical accident, they end up switching bodies. Now, they'll have to live each other's lives, coming to know each other (and themselves) in the process better than they would have thought possible...
Celcom Launches iPhone 4 – Sexy Plans vs Maxis & DIGI
I plan to get the iPhone 4 and compare which network is offer the best deal. Then I find out one of the blogger doing very goode compararison of the package. (Celcom, Maxis & Digi)
Let find out 'finance twitter' comparerison:-
Celcom Launches iPhone 4 – Sexy Plans vs Maxis & DIGI
Now I know what the plan I should go for it.
Thanks Finance Twitter ^.^
Let find out 'finance twitter' comparerison:-
Celcom Launches iPhone 4 – Sexy Plans vs Maxis & DIGI
Now I know what the plan I should go for it.
Thanks Finance Twitter ^.^
Birds in the Heart - The World of Emptiness
All changes, vexations, and problems
are illusory and unreal.
Ultimately they all end up "empty,"
no matter if they are mundane of siritual.
That is why this world is referred to as
"the world of Emptiness."
Hence, you should not be bound nor controlled
by outer circumastances,
Wherein you have let your mind and heart become affected.
If you can thoroughly understand this principle,
your inner state will be serene and carefree.
Frankly speaking, the bottom line is that
the pressures you experience in life are mostly self-created.
If you pay no attention to them,
and not make a big deal out of them,
the pressures will vanish naturally.
are illusory and unreal.
Ultimately they all end up "empty,"
no matter if they are mundane of siritual.
That is why this world is referred to as
"the world of Emptiness."
Hence, you should not be bound nor controlled
by outer circumastances,
Wherein you have let your mind and heart become affected.
If you can thoroughly understand this principle,
your inner state will be serene and carefree.
Frankly speaking, the bottom line is that
the pressures you experience in life are mostly self-created.
If you pay no attention to them,
and not make a big deal out of them,
the pressures will vanish naturally.
Starting Your Home Based Business On A Shoestring Budget
Whether seeking a supplemental income or a full-time income, many folks have undertaken the task to discover a viable home based business solution to meet their personal needs.
For most folks who contemplate a home business, a low-cost or no-cost solution is not only nice, but also very necessary. Many also seek to find a home business that will permit them to maintain their regular day job in order to protect thier base income.
Taking the cautious approach to a home based business and keeping one's job during the start-up period is often a very good decision. By maintaining one's job, one can maintain the health of thier personal finances while permitting their home business grow healthy and storng.
Fortunately, most home based businesses can be started with little or no cash, can be maintained on a shoestring budget, and can be operated successfully with only a part-time investment.
One day, the business will be strong enough to support itself and its owner. When that time comes, it will make good sense for the business owner to leave his or her outside job to dedicate more time to growing and maintaining their new thriving home based business. You will know when that time has finally arrived.
The nature of a home based business makes it easy and very realistic for most folks to take the plunge into home business ownership.
Yet, many folks put off starting their own home based business, because they have the misconception that they will have to risk thousands of thier own hard-earned dollars at start-up. Then later, if their business fails, they fear they may be forced to take out a second mortgage on thier house just to stay out of bankruptcy.
Are you one of these folks? Do you let your fears of failure keep you from reaching for your dreams?
If so, then allow me to introduce you to a few home business ideas that you can start for less than $100 and can be started and operated very profitably as a part-time business.
The Lifeblood of All Successful Businesses
First of all, let me advise you to search out a business model that will deliver steady and repeat business. It is the one thing - above all others - that will assure that your company can survive the test of time.
HOME-BASED MAIL ORDER: is a good example of how one can quickly grow a home business income. Mail order is a low cost start-up business that can be launched for around $100 USD.
With proper planning, your home-based mail order business will not require up-front inventory purchases. In the mail order business, it is not uncommon to rely upon drop-shippers for product fulfillment services.
By utilizing drop-shippers, we can sell the products, collect the money and then purchase the products from the wholesale outlet. The wholesale outlet will then put a return address for your company on the product packaging and deliver the product directly to your customer.
Your primary expense in the mail-order business is advertising. Classified advertising tends to be a relatively inexpensive form of advertising with thousands of outlets available to the small business owner.
WHOLESALE BUSINESS: Buy low - sell high. You can acquire high quality, top-of-the-line merchandise for a fraction of the retail cost. Starting a wholesale business would require a Wholesale Dealers Directory as your source for merchandise.
For most folks who contemplate a home business, a low-cost or no-cost solution is not only nice, but also very necessary. Many also seek to find a home business that will permit them to maintain their regular day job in order to protect thier base income.
Taking the cautious approach to a home based business and keeping one's job during the start-up period is often a very good decision. By maintaining one's job, one can maintain the health of thier personal finances while permitting their home business grow healthy and storng.
Fortunately, most home based businesses can be started with little or no cash, can be maintained on a shoestring budget, and can be operated successfully with only a part-time investment.
One day, the business will be strong enough to support itself and its owner. When that time comes, it will make good sense for the business owner to leave his or her outside job to dedicate more time to growing and maintaining their new thriving home based business. You will know when that time has finally arrived.
The nature of a home based business makes it easy and very realistic for most folks to take the plunge into home business ownership.
Yet, many folks put off starting their own home based business, because they have the misconception that they will have to risk thousands of thier own hard-earned dollars at start-up. Then later, if their business fails, they fear they may be forced to take out a second mortgage on thier house just to stay out of bankruptcy.
Are you one of these folks? Do you let your fears of failure keep you from reaching for your dreams?
If so, then allow me to introduce you to a few home business ideas that you can start for less than $100 and can be started and operated very profitably as a part-time business.
The Lifeblood of All Successful Businesses
First of all, let me advise you to search out a business model that will deliver steady and repeat business. It is the one thing - above all others - that will assure that your company can survive the test of time.
HOME-BASED MAIL ORDER: is a good example of how one can quickly grow a home business income. Mail order is a low cost start-up business that can be launched for around $100 USD.
With proper planning, your home-based mail order business will not require up-front inventory purchases. In the mail order business, it is not uncommon to rely upon drop-shippers for product fulfillment services.
By utilizing drop-shippers, we can sell the products, collect the money and then purchase the products from the wholesale outlet. The wholesale outlet will then put a return address for your company on the product packaging and deliver the product directly to your customer.
Your primary expense in the mail-order business is advertising. Classified advertising tends to be a relatively inexpensive form of advertising with thousands of outlets available to the small business owner.
WHOLESALE BUSINESS: Buy low - sell high. You can acquire high quality, top-of-the-line merchandise for a fraction of the retail cost. Starting a wholesale business would require a Wholesale Dealers Directory as your source for merchandise.
Birds in the Heart - Planting Seeds
"Bodhisattvas fear the cause; sentient beings fear the effect,
"This is the reason why Bodhisattvas take great care
to plant only the seeds of virtue and wisdom.
If a sentient being, after arriving at the splendid pure land
of the Buddha realms, lives day after day just
"waiting and expecting,"
not diligently planting and cultivating,
and counting on the harvest to fall from the sky,
then I believe that what he will gain can only be
dejection and disappointment.
"This is the reason why Bodhisattvas take great care
to plant only the seeds of virtue and wisdom.
If a sentient being, after arriving at the splendid pure land
of the Buddha realms, lives day after day just
"waiting and expecting,"
not diligently planting and cultivating,
and counting on the harvest to fall from the sky,
then I believe that what he will gain can only be
dejection and disappointment.
Birds in the Hearts - Passing Time
What is spiritual practice?
It is practicing to modify our behavior.
Why do we need to modify our behavior?
Because, we are not happy. Why are we not happy?
Perhaps, it is because our actions and ideas are incorrect.
That is why we need to make changes.
If we diligently make improvements in this life,
we will have fewer afflictions in our coming lives.
Plant the seeds of blessing in this life,
and harvest them in the next.
Absolutely,
spiritual practice is not just passing time;
nor can it be done by casual talking or mere tongue wagging.
You've got to put it into practice with your actions.
It is practicing to modify our behavior.
Why do we need to modify our behavior?
Because, we are not happy. Why are we not happy?
Perhaps, it is because our actions and ideas are incorrect.
That is why we need to make changes.
If we diligently make improvements in this life,
we will have fewer afflictions in our coming lives.
Plant the seeds of blessing in this life,
and harvest them in the next.
Absolutely,
spiritual practice is not just passing time;
nor can it be done by casual talking or mere tongue wagging.
You've got to put it into practice with your actions.
Birds in the Hearts - Fly Paper
How do you treat and heal the wounds of the heart?
Actually, it is not a process of treating or curing;
it is a process of giving up of "rights."
That is to say, giving up the rights and privileges of your
feelings and inner exeriences.
Originally, we do not have any illness;
the cause of illness is our tendency of "taking."
"Taking" makes our mind and heart become sticky.
The situation is similar to that of a fly coming in contact
with fly-paper and getting stuck.
Therefore, from now on, you should learn "letting go."
If you do, you will no longer be stickly and grungy looking,
and you will no longer be catching flies.
As for your current problems,
they are nothing other than conserved memories
of your fly catching or mosquito catching of the past.
Realistically,
We do not need to hold on to this stuff and longer.
What you need to hold on to this stuff any longer.
What you need to learn now is to let them go their own ways.
You are you; and you have nothing to do with each other.
Actually, it is not a process of treating or curing;
it is a process of giving up of "rights."
That is to say, giving up the rights and privileges of your
feelings and inner exeriences.
Originally, we do not have any illness;
the cause of illness is our tendency of "taking."
"Taking" makes our mind and heart become sticky.
The situation is similar to that of a fly coming in contact
with fly-paper and getting stuck.
Therefore, from now on, you should learn "letting go."
If you do, you will no longer be stickly and grungy looking,
and you will no longer be catching flies.
As for your current problems,
they are nothing other than conserved memories
of your fly catching or mosquito catching of the past.
Realistically,
We do not need to hold on to this stuff and longer.
What you need to hold on to this stuff any longer.
What you need to learn now is to let them go their own ways.
You are you; and you have nothing to do with each other.
Birds in the Heart - Embracing a Tree
One day, a master took a disciple to the mountain.
They walked and walked.
All of a sudden, the master, as if possessed by demons,
embraced a tree, and cried out loudly,
"Hey my dear, hurry, hurry! Come rescue me!"
The disciple asked, "Master, how shall I rescue you?"
The master answered,
"Hurry up and pull me away from the tree.I have been holding on to this tree,
and I am suffering a lot!"
The disciple then pulled and pulled, with all his might,
trying to free the master,
but he could not pull him away from the tree.
Finally, the master put his arms down by himself,
and he said, "What a stupid disciple! All I had to do
is release my arms and let go!"
Our distress is just like the act of embracing a tree.
We do it willingly.
Why not just set yourself free?
There will be no more afflictions.
Therefore, the Dharma teaches us to learn "letting go";
release afflictions quickly,
and do not hold on to them tightly.
They walked and walked.
All of a sudden, the master, as if possessed by demons,
embraced a tree, and cried out loudly,
"Hey my dear, hurry, hurry! Come rescue me!"
The disciple asked, "Master, how shall I rescue you?"
The master answered,
"Hurry up and pull me away from the tree.I have been holding on to this tree,
and I am suffering a lot!"
The disciple then pulled and pulled, with all his might,
trying to free the master,
but he could not pull him away from the tree.
Finally, the master put his arms down by himself,
and he said, "What a stupid disciple! All I had to do
is release my arms and let go!"
Our distress is just like the act of embracing a tree.
We do it willingly.
Why not just set yourself free?
There will be no more afflictions.
Therefore, the Dharma teaches us to learn "letting go";
release afflictions quickly,
and do not hold on to them tightly.
Full House
Full House is one of the Hotter Korean Drama on year 2000.
Han Ji Eun is a naive writer who got swindled out of everything she owned including her house by her best friends. Standed in China, she is determined to get home with the help of an actor. Lee Young Jae. She borrows money from him after coming up with a clever lie and plans to pay him back after landing Korea, only to find that all which is precious to her has been sold. On her return, she found out that her house was bought be Lee Young Jae. In an attempt to get her possessions back, she entered in a contract marriage with Young Jae for one year. It is quite simple, until strong feeling start to develop. Everyone around them test the "love" Young Jae and Ji Eun have for one another. In spite of it all, Ji Eun manages to be humorous and endearing - even when her heart is breaking.
Stuff from KL moving to Kulai
Last week(28 May) my future parent-in-law and ele sister-in-law, pack and move all the KL furniture and stuff to Kulai. My house is very packed, from my living room to kitchen is full of furniture.
You all can see it from the picture I upload.
Birds in the Heart - Mirror of the Heart
Stress arises entirely because of our attachment to "circumstantial conditions.'
Actually, afflictions have nothing really to do with us originally.
It is just like the way a mirror reflects things.
We can see everything in the mirror,
but can the myriad matters and things affect the mirror?
So, why are we pulled and tied down
by the myriad matters and things?
It is because we cling to the "circumstantial conditions,"
and mistake the circumstances as ourselves.
As a result, thoughts of grasping or clinging arise,
thus giving afflictions an opportunity to emerge.
Actually, afflictions have nothing really to do with us originally.
It is just like the way a mirror reflects things.
We can see everything in the mirror,
but can the myriad matters and things affect the mirror?
So, why are we pulled and tied down
by the myriad matters and things?
It is because we cling to the "circumstantial conditions,"
and mistake the circumstances as ourselves.
As a result, thoughts of grasping or clinging arise,
thus giving afflictions an opportunity to emerge.
Bad Breath
Halitosis and bad breath are a social problem that can chronically affect a high percentage of the population. The actual way of life, especially the modern life-style, with its established dinner times normally means a large amount of time goes by without eating. This in turn can cause bad breath in the majority of the population similar to early morning bad breath. Equally, there are other factors such as dental problems, and perodontal problems, which come into the equation and cause bad breath. Tabacco, alcohol and caffeine are just as bad in causing bad breath as are the combination of various factors such as internal or metabolic disease.
Birds in the Heart - Clouds and Fog
Unrealistic thinking is like clouds and fog,
floating over here for a while,
floating over there for a while.
After the rain comes down,
the clouds and fog vanish without a trace;
they do not exist any more.
The way to counteract fantasizing and
unrealistic thinking of this sort, is just like this;
pay no attention to it, and all will be fine.
Or, you can do more sitting meditation,
practicing of Buddha mindfulness,
or reciting Buddha's name.
Through contemplation and reflection,
you and gain insight into the illusory nature of all things;
and clearly perceive that your unrealistic thoughts
are merely unreal images.
They appear and disappear again.
The important thing is to take hold of your true goal in life,
and walk forward on the road to ultimate awakening.
floating over here for a while,
floating over there for a while.
After the rain comes down,
the clouds and fog vanish without a trace;
they do not exist any more.
The way to counteract fantasizing and
unrealistic thinking of this sort, is just like this;
pay no attention to it, and all will be fine.
Or, you can do more sitting meditation,
practicing of Buddha mindfulness,
or reciting Buddha's name.
Through contemplation and reflection,
you and gain insight into the illusory nature of all things;
and clearly perceive that your unrealistic thoughts
are merely unreal images.
They appear and disappear again.
The important thing is to take hold of your true goal in life,
and walk forward on the road to ultimate awakening.
Birds in the Heart - Wind and Wave
What we call good and bad,
gain and loss,
right and wrong
are nothing but our moods or mental states.
They are just like the wind pushing the waves,
making them go up and down in the ocean.
The wind is the "circumstantial condition."
If the mind is immersed within
"circumstantial conditions,"
pleasure and pain will follow.
Our so-called good moods and bad moods
come as a result.
gain and loss,
right and wrong
are nothing but our moods or mental states.
They are just like the wind pushing the waves,
making them go up and down in the ocean.
The wind is the "circumstantial condition."
If the mind is immersed within
"circumstantial conditions,"
pleasure and pain will follow.
Our so-called good moods and bad moods
come as a result.
Birds in the Heart - Flowing Water
Our thinking keeps on moving,
like water in a river, constantly flowing.
If we keep a mishmash of ideas and
concepts accumulated in our mind,
it is just like when a flow of water has become blocked;
tensions will arise accordingly.
It is when we cling to some particular conceptions,
that we become full of stress and vexation.
Those who know how to live rightly,
keep their own mind and hearat open and
unobstructed at all times.
In our effort to care for the mind and heart
- our inner environment -
we should ask for the same fresh, free-flowing,
and clean water and air qualities that
we demand in our outer environment.
In this way, our inner state will be clear and cool,
without worries and hindrances.
like water in a river, constantly flowing.
If we keep a mishmash of ideas and
concepts accumulated in our mind,
it is just like when a flow of water has become blocked;
tensions will arise accordingly.
It is when we cling to some particular conceptions,
that we become full of stress and vexation.
Those who know how to live rightly,
keep their own mind and hearat open and
unobstructed at all times.
In our effort to care for the mind and heart
- our inner environment -
we should ask for the same fresh, free-flowing,
and clean water and air qualities that
we demand in our outer environment.
In this way, our inner state will be clear and cool,
without worries and hindrances.
Birds in the Heart - Sewer of Thoughts
If our thoughts become a messy jumble of junk,
problems will inevitably arise.
If our thoughts are well managed and in good order,
it is like a sewer with a clear passage.
When problems come up,
like rainwater flowing into a sewer that is
open and runnign smoothly,
we do not need to worry that the water may
overflow and cause a flood.
Keeping the mind open and free of cluttered thoughts
is similar to having a sewer that is flowing freely.
If no sewage ia accumulated,
no blockage will be there;
and no problems will be generated.
problems will inevitably arise.
If our thoughts are well managed and in good order,
it is like a sewer with a clear passage.
When problems come up,
like rainwater flowing into a sewer that is
open and runnign smoothly,
we do not need to worry that the water may
overflow and cause a flood.
Keeping the mind open and free of cluttered thoughts
is similar to having a sewer that is flowing freely.
If no sewage ia accumulated,
no blockage will be there;
and no problems will be generated.
Birds in the Heart - A Stinky Sewer
In daily life, our mind is loaded with things like money,
stuff, worries, conflicts, expectations, etc.
It is like the sewage in a stinky sewer,
if left accumulated an backed up,
maggots will grow in it,
emitting an awful stench every day.
This is precisely the cause of our distress.
In this case,
what can we do to get rid of our distress?
How about just letting it all flow away?
If you can keep everything flowing freely,
and not accumulated these tensions and afflictions,
when the distress has flowed away,
you will surely be a carefree Bodhisattva
with no worries and no hindrances.
stuff, worries, conflicts, expectations, etc.
It is like the sewage in a stinky sewer,
if left accumulated an backed up,
maggots will grow in it,
emitting an awful stench every day.
This is precisely the cause of our distress.
In this case,
what can we do to get rid of our distress?
How about just letting it all flow away?
If you can keep everything flowing freely,
and not accumulated these tensions and afflictions,
when the distress has flowed away,
you will surely be a carefree Bodhisattva
with no worries and no hindrances.
Birds in the Heart - Looking at a Lamp
Human beings are fundamentally free and unbound.
But, why is it that we are not liberate right now?
Since you awareness and consciousness got
stuck together with the outer world,
your feelings and experiences focus mostly on
those things that are visible.
Consequently, you began to distinguish between that
which belongs to you, and that which does not belong to you,
You worry about those things that belong to you,
and you do not worry about those
that do not belong to you.
In other words, you fuss over the visible things you have;
and thus, you ignore the already liberated.
Gradual and careful scruting and reasongin are called for
in order to understand that every sight,
sound, consciousness, and awareness, is already liberated.
Actually, what is visible to us does not belong to us,
just like this lamp. When we look at this lamp,
We know that we are looking at a lamp,
But, it is a lamp; it is not I.
It has nothing really to do with me.
But, why is it that we are not liberate right now?
Since you awareness and consciousness got
stuck together with the outer world,
your feelings and experiences focus mostly on
those things that are visible.
Consequently, you began to distinguish between that
which belongs to you, and that which does not belong to you,
You worry about those things that belong to you,
and you do not worry about those
that do not belong to you.
In other words, you fuss over the visible things you have;
and thus, you ignore the already liberated.
Gradual and careful scruting and reasongin are called for
in order to understand that every sight,
sound, consciousness, and awareness, is already liberated.
Actually, what is visible to us does not belong to us,
just like this lamp. When we look at this lamp,
We know that we are looking at a lamp,
But, it is a lamp; it is not I.
It has nothing really to do with me.
Birds in the Heart - Using Money
Desire is the beginning of all things.
A burdensome desire tires you out.
A desire without burden is just fine.
Desires are not awful.
Similarly, having money is not sinful.
The important thing is to know
how to utilize desires or money,
and how to distribute them.
Learn and become skillful in manging money.
Use it on virtuous deeds and righteous actions.
In this way,
the highest value of money can be manifested.
A burdensome desire tires you out.
A desire without burden is just fine.
Desires are not awful.
Similarly, having money is not sinful.
The important thing is to know
how to utilize desires or money,
and how to distribute them.
Learn and become skillful in manging money.
Use it on virtuous deeds and righteous actions.
In this way,
the highest value of money can be manifested.
How to Start A Home Based Business
Knowing how to start a home based business is the first step to actualy creating your own home based business.
Do you know how to start a home based business?
NO?
Then read on to learn more.
Starting a home based business can be as simple or as complicated as you want to make it.
Where to start?
First things first.
You need to figure out what you are going to create your home business around.
How do you decide that? Easy. You pick something which you love doing like a hobby for example, and see if you can make a business out of it.
So if you went fishing a lot, then you could start a business around that, perhaps teaching people how to fish properly, or how to get a bigger catch.
Or even just selling fishing rods. There are many possibilites when you actually sit down and think about it.
Since it is a home based business, then I would strongly recommed that you try to sell whatever you are selling on the internet, this gives you a global audience to sell to, which means hopefully, more sales.
If you like, you can even create a little how to book which teaches people something. For example "how to improve your golf swing"
That might sound difficult to do, but it's really not. Just get a HTML compiler, make a few HTML pages with all of the information on it, and then make a little downloadable ebook out of it. Simple, but very profitable if done correctly.
What next?
If you know there is a market for the product you are going to create then good. If not, don't create it, only create a product for already existing markets. It makes it a thousand times easier to sell.
All you do is write advertisements where your target market is likely to be, and it the style they would talk, and you should make some sales. That is the very basics of it though. In reality, to maximize your sales you have to do A LOT more. But i focus on that in other articles.
Okay now what?
You try to automate your ordering system as much as possible, giving you more time to focus on marketing. then what? Well, that's the bare bones of it, your done starting up, the rest is maintenance.
Summary:
Pick a hobby which you enjoy and have a good knowledge of it.
Find out the target market for your hobby/chosen business
Discover the problems which your target market has and possibly create an ebook which solves it
Or find out the things they want, then provide them.
Advertise directly to your market.
Do you know how to start a home based business?
NO?
Then read on to learn more.
Starting a home based business can be as simple or as complicated as you want to make it.
Where to start?
First things first.
You need to figure out what you are going to create your home business around.
How do you decide that? Easy. You pick something which you love doing like a hobby for example, and see if you can make a business out of it.
So if you went fishing a lot, then you could start a business around that, perhaps teaching people how to fish properly, or how to get a bigger catch.
Or even just selling fishing rods. There are many possibilites when you actually sit down and think about it.
Since it is a home based business, then I would strongly recommed that you try to sell whatever you are selling on the internet, this gives you a global audience to sell to, which means hopefully, more sales.
If you like, you can even create a little how to book which teaches people something. For example "how to improve your golf swing"
That might sound difficult to do, but it's really not. Just get a HTML compiler, make a few HTML pages with all of the information on it, and then make a little downloadable ebook out of it. Simple, but very profitable if done correctly.
What next?
If you know there is a market for the product you are going to create then good. If not, don't create it, only create a product for already existing markets. It makes it a thousand times easier to sell.
All you do is write advertisements where your target market is likely to be, and it the style they would talk, and you should make some sales. That is the very basics of it though. In reality, to maximize your sales you have to do A LOT more. But i focus on that in other articles.
Okay now what?
You try to automate your ordering system as much as possible, giving you more time to focus on marketing. then what? Well, that's the bare bones of it, your done starting up, the rest is maintenance.
Summary:
Pick a hobby which you enjoy and have a good knowledge of it.
Find out the target market for your hobby/chosen business
Discover the problems which your target market has and possibly create an ebook which solves it
Or find out the things they want, then provide them.
Advertise directly to your market.
Birds in the Heart - Possessions
Can possessions give you a sense of satisfaction?
Can they make your life more fulfilled?
I don't think so. Suppose you are thinking about possessing a particular thing/
At they very moment this intention is activated.
afflictions are also preparing their arrival.
Inevitably, as soon as you possess something,
there will be worries in your mind about it,
and fears that you may lose it.
You have to spend a lot of energy looking after that which you possess.
Thus, your possessions will become burdens.
It does not matter whether your possessions are things,
a carrer, a family, or relationships;
they are all the same.
Therefore,
possessing a mind and heart of clarity and understanding is the only valuable,
and the most happy thing in this world.
Can they make your life more fulfilled?
I don't think so. Suppose you are thinking about possessing a particular thing/
At they very moment this intention is activated.
afflictions are also preparing their arrival.
Inevitably, as soon as you possess something,
there will be worries in your mind about it,
and fears that you may lose it.
You have to spend a lot of energy looking after that which you possess.
Thus, your possessions will become burdens.
It does not matter whether your possessions are things,
a carrer, a family, or relationships;
they are all the same.
Therefore,
possessing a mind and heart of clarity and understanding is the only valuable,
and the most happy thing in this world.
Birds in the Heart - Circles
Modern people are entrapped by
a disastrous flood of knowledge.
Not only this,
each person is further entrapped by
his or her own ideas and opinions.
Our ideas are like circles.
Each idea becomes a circle we draw around ourselves.
Ecentually, we are trapped inside these circles,
spinning around and around,
unable to find the way out.
Thus, more circles are drawn,
more boundaries are set,
more discriminations are made,
and more walls are put up.
a disastrous flood of knowledge.
Not only this,
each person is further entrapped by
his or her own ideas and opinions.
Our ideas are like circles.
Each idea becomes a circle we draw around ourselves.
Ecentually, we are trapped inside these circles,
spinning around and around,
unable to find the way out.
Thus, more circles are drawn,
more boundaries are set,
more discriminations are made,
and more walls are put up.
Birds in the Heart - Shopping
If you have the habit of relinquishing stress,
stress will no longer exist.
So, why not weigh the pros and cons a bit yourself?
Do you want to let go of afflictions,
or do you want to keep them stored up?
It is similar to shopping.
Usually, you go through the procedure of
evaluating the quality of an item,
and comparing the prices.
In stress management,
you should also first conduct an evaluation.
Ultimately you must decide whether it is better to
keep a particular item of affliction,
or whether you should abandon it.
If the direction of your deliberation is correct,
you will in the end be able to come up with the correct choice.
stress will no longer exist.
So, why not weigh the pros and cons a bit yourself?
Do you want to let go of afflictions,
or do you want to keep them stored up?
It is similar to shopping.
Usually, you go through the procedure of
evaluating the quality of an item,
and comparing the prices.
In stress management,
you should also first conduct an evaluation.
Ultimately you must decide whether it is better to
keep a particular item of affliction,
or whether you should abandon it.
If the direction of your deliberation is correct,
you will in the end be able to come up with the correct choice.
Birds in the Heart - Sailboat of the Heart
Why is it that our mood is so often unstable?
It is because, like a boat sailing in the ocean,
our mind goes up and down with the wind and the waves.
In this manner, the boat of our heart has been
tumbling forever in the sea of karma,
feeling no peace, full of troubles.
Actually, you do not have to suffer like this.
You can detach yourself from suffering,
by coming to grips with the realization that
the world around you is unreal.
We look at the ocean, day in and day out,
but we in no way are transformed into the ocean.
We look at the sky, day in and day out,
but we are not transformed into the sky.
I am still I. In reality, we come and go,
happily following the flow of our circumstances;
but we are not any of the circumstances.
Fundamentally, there is not the slightest real bondage.
So, why bother with all of this joy or sorrow
that depends on the ever-changing world of events and circumstances?
It is because, like a boat sailing in the ocean,
our mind goes up and down with the wind and the waves.
In this manner, the boat of our heart has been
tumbling forever in the sea of karma,
feeling no peace, full of troubles.
Actually, you do not have to suffer like this.
You can detach yourself from suffering,
by coming to grips with the realization that
the world around you is unreal.
We look at the ocean, day in and day out,
but we in no way are transformed into the ocean.
We look at the sky, day in and day out,
but we are not transformed into the sky.
I am still I. In reality, we come and go,
happily following the flow of our circumstances;
but we are not any of the circumstances.
Fundamentally, there is not the slightest real bondage.
So, why bother with all of this joy or sorrow
that depends on the ever-changing world of events and circumstances?
Day of Select Gowns
6th April 2011, Wednesday
Select Gowns day
1pm - arrived at printemps wedding shop (City Square, JB), wait for few min, my assistant Niki bring two type of gown let me have a try. Lucky both type of the gown I can carry it. At that time Jeffrey still not arrive, due to I don't want waste time, I try the gown by myself. Try around 20++ pcs gown. 12pcs gowns is suit for me. So I wait Jeffrey come.
Around 2.30pm - my lovely Jeff and her sister (Josephine)arrived. I wear the 12pcs gowns selected show them one by one. From the 12pcs gown need to choose 5pcs for the photo shooting it is not the easy job.
Here the picture that I select for my photo shooting.
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Select Gowns day
1pm - arrived at printemps wedding shop (City Square, JB), wait for few min, my assistant Niki bring two type of gown let me have a try. Lucky both type of the gown I can carry it. At that time Jeffrey still not arrive, due to I don't want waste time, I try the gown by myself. Try around 20++ pcs gown. 12pcs gowns is suit for me. So I wait Jeffrey come.
Around 2.30pm - my lovely Jeff and her sister (Josephine)arrived. I wear the 12pcs gowns selected show them one by one. From the 12pcs gown need to choose 5pcs for the photo shooting it is not the easy job.
Here the picture that I select for my photo shooting.
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Wedding Meaning
"Marriage ceremoney, especially with a party or meal afterwards".
Do you all think is that the same word?
For me nope, it will be link to both couple familys. Surely it will have the agree and disagree argument.
Here the start of Agnes's Wedding journey .............
The Journey Of life
The journey of life begun
Tht fateful day I was born
My eyes opened up blissfully to the sun
My soul, heart and brain emerged as one
Behold my journey had begun!
This little child in time has grown
Yes! Time has flown time has flown
A lot has been learnt on my very own
Life has been a mystifying journey
With every up and down
With tears and laughter
With hate and love
With enemies and friends
But even in my journey of frustration
I have found a means of celebration
In my toilsome exploration to my fateful destination
Tick tock, the clock goes on
Sec to minute, then hourly
Week by month then yearly
Tick tock, and in my journey
I have searched, questioned and answered
Whilst walking painfully along many paths
Sometimes requesting protection
Seeking from above immunization
When hit by obstacles in locations
But I am still on this journey
Shaking hands with the unknow and merry
My passion for life which was once raw
For life's journey itself never ends
Once you have reached the end of each road
Uplifting off your entire cloggy load
Be it in a hot summer or a winter's cold
Behold! A new journey will unfold
Tht fateful day I was born
My eyes opened up blissfully to the sun
My soul, heart and brain emerged as one
Behold my journey had begun!
This little child in time has grown
Yes! Time has flown time has flown
A lot has been learnt on my very own
Life has been a mystifying journey
With every up and down
With tears and laughter
With hate and love
With enemies and friends
But even in my journey of frustration
I have found a means of celebration
In my toilsome exploration to my fateful destination
Tick tock, the clock goes on
Sec to minute, then hourly
Week by month then yearly
Tick tock, and in my journey
I have searched, questioned and answered
Whilst walking painfully along many paths
Sometimes requesting protection
Seeking from above immunization
When hit by obstacles in locations
But I am still on this journey
Shaking hands with the unknow and merry
My passion for life which was once raw
For life's journey itself never ends
Once you have reached the end of each road
Uplifting off your entire cloggy load
Be it in a hot summer or a winter's cold
Behold! A new journey will unfold
Birds in the Hearts - Watermelon of the Five Aggregates
What are called the "five aggregates,"
those of material form, sensation of feeling, perception,
volition or mental formations, and consciousness,
are the source of our trouble and suffering.
When the "five aggregates" are not broken up,
it is like a whole watermelon, complete and intact,
with absolutely no opening, not outside world.
How can we develop our wisdom in this way?
Let us not embrace this watermelon of "Five aggregates,"
as if it were some kind of treasure.
Let us break it open,
and get more in touch with the true "Self."
When the "five aggregates" are cleared out,
we will be far away from all suffering and distress.
those of material form, sensation of feeling, perception,
volition or mental formations, and consciousness,
are the source of our trouble and suffering.
When the "five aggregates" are not broken up,
it is like a whole watermelon, complete and intact,
with absolutely no opening, not outside world.
How can we develop our wisdom in this way?
Let us not embrace this watermelon of "Five aggregates,"
as if it were some kind of treasure.
Let us break it open,
and get more in touch with the true "Self."
When the "five aggregates" are cleared out,
we will be far away from all suffering and distress.
Berry berry on the wall. Who is going to the fairest of all? Check out what berry are you now! #digiwhatberry
Have fun with Berry berry to build your social
Berry berry on the wall. Who is going to the fairest of all? Check out what berry are you now! #digiwhatberry
Berry berry on the wall. Who is going to the fairest of all? Check out what berry are you now! #digiwhatberry
Birds in the Heart - Explosive Fuse
The source of all energy is contained
in the mind and heart.
The mind is the fuse that
leads to the explosion of all problems.
Is feels and experiences pain.
But, it is also capable of understanding the
impermanence and contradictions of this world.
So, in our effort to realize the eternal, unchanging truth,
it is necessary for us to uncover
the location of the mind and heart.
in the mind and heart.
The mind is the fuse that
leads to the explosion of all problems.
Is feels and experiences pain.
But, it is also capable of understanding the
impermanence and contradictions of this world.
So, in our effort to realize the eternal, unchanging truth,
it is necessary for us to uncover
the location of the mind and heart.
Birds in the Heart - Taxi
Life can be compared to driving a taxi.
The mind is the master and the driver.
The guests and the passengers change each time,
just like the many karmic connections
we encounter in life.
Without awakening and realization,
a person takes the guest as the master,
and thier mind always clings to the many passengers
who come and go.
As a result, discriminating,
changeable and unsettling moods are generated.
The mind is the master and the driver.
The guests and the passengers change each time,
just like the many karmic connections
we encounter in life.
Without awakening and realization,
a person takes the guest as the master,
and thier mind always clings to the many passengers
who come and go.
As a result, discriminating,
changeable and unsettling moods are generated.
The Power of Positive Thinking
Not everyone accepts of believes in positive thinking. Some consider the subject as just nonsense, and others scoff at people who believe and accept it. Among the people who accept it, not many know how to use it effectively to get results. Yet, it seems that many are becoming attracted to this subject, as evidenced by the many books, lectures and courses about it. This is a subject that is gaining popularity.
It is quite common to hear people say: "Think positive!", to someone who feels down and worried. Most people do not take these words seriously, as they do not know what they really mean, or od not consider them as useful and effective. How many people do you know, who stop to think what the power of positive thinking means?
Positive and negative thinking are both contagious.
All of us affect, in one way or another, the people we meet. This happens instinctively and on a subconscious level, through thoughts and feelings transference, and through body language. People sense our aura and are affected by our thoughts, and vice versa. Is it any wonder that we want to be around positive people and avoid negaticve ones?
People are more disposed to help us if we are positive, and they dislike and avoid anyone broadcasting negativity.
Negative thoughts, words and attitude bring up negative and unhappy moods and actions. When the mind is negative, poisons are released into the blood, which cause more unhappiness and negativity, This is the way to failure, frustration and disappointment.
It is quite common to hear people say: "Think positive!", to someone who feels down and worried. Most people do not take these words seriously, as they do not know what they really mean, or od not consider them as useful and effective. How many people do you know, who stop to think what the power of positive thinking means?
Positive and negative thinking are both contagious.
All of us affect, in one way or another, the people we meet. This happens instinctively and on a subconscious level, through thoughts and feelings transference, and through body language. People sense our aura and are affected by our thoughts, and vice versa. Is it any wonder that we want to be around positive people and avoid negaticve ones?
People are more disposed to help us if we are positive, and they dislike and avoid anyone broadcasting negativity.
Negative thoughts, words and attitude bring up negative and unhappy moods and actions. When the mind is negative, poisons are released into the blood, which cause more unhappiness and negativity, This is the way to failure, frustration and disappointment.
Birds in the Heart - Watching Movies
The affliction of ignorance refers to getting stuck in your thinking,
getting lost in the midst of phenomena.
For example, while watching a movie,
you follow the scenario of the story,
sometimes crying, sometimes laughing.
In those moments,
your mind follows what your eyes are seeing;
it shifts around, and your mood becomes wrapped up,
tied to what you are seeing.
In this situation, how is liberation possible?
In just an instant, however,
you may discover that it is merely a story, sometihing unreal;
and then you will be able to leap out and free yourself.
A person with his or her mind shifting around
according to outer circumstances does not have peace;
rather, they have affliction.
In reality, it is impossible to control the outer enviroment;
and furthermore, the environment is ephemeral,
and constantly changing.
Only when we reach the level of realizing this,
shall we have true peace and happiness.
getting lost in the midst of phenomena.
For example, while watching a movie,
you follow the scenario of the story,
sometimes crying, sometimes laughing.
In those moments,
your mind follows what your eyes are seeing;
it shifts around, and your mood becomes wrapped up,
tied to what you are seeing.
In this situation, how is liberation possible?
In just an instant, however,
you may discover that it is merely a story, sometihing unreal;
and then you will be able to leap out and free yourself.
A person with his or her mind shifting around
according to outer circumstances does not have peace;
rather, they have affliction.
In reality, it is impossible to control the outer enviroment;
and furthermore, the environment is ephemeral,
and constantly changing.
Only when we reach the level of realizing this,
shall we have true peace and happiness.
Consmer's rights - happen
Legal Issue on Contract Law in Malaysia - Good for us to know
Do you notice that most of the time, the receipt/invoice you received from the retail shop will have the similarly worded statement; "Goods sold are not returnable" or "No refund once sold".
Please remember that: As long as your goods is purchased for home use and not for business (to be resold), the above exclusion clause is VOID.
Do you notice that most of the time, the receipt/invoice you received from the retail shop will have the similarly worded statement; "Goods sold are not returnable" or "No refund once sold".
Please remember that: As long as your goods is purchased for home use and not for business (to be resold), the above exclusion clause is VOID.
That means, as long as the good is defective, regardless of what is worded, you CAN get back all your money spent. You do not have to accept a repair on the good or an exchange. You CAN ask for a refund. AND you are LEGALLY right and entitled to!
And most of the time the merchant will refuse to return your money.
You can threaten the merchant with four words: SEE YOU IN COURT!
The court here refers to the Small Claims Tribunal Court. And goods which is worth RM25,000 and below can apply to this Court.
However, you don't have to tell them what court! All you have to pay is RM10 admin fee and the loser (the merchant) will have to refund you the money Plus the admin fee!
Here the contract:
Tribunal Tuntutan Pengguna Malaysia,
Tingkat 16, Putra Place, 100, Jln Putra, 50622 Kuala Lumpur.
Tel: 03-4049 2300 / 4042 4181
Consumer Rights
What you need to know as a Malaysian Consumer: -
Consumer Rights
A responsible consumer is a consumer who is aware of his/her rights as a consumer, and acts judiciously (wisely) and with full responsibility. The eight key consumer rights are:
The rights to acquire fundamental needs
The consumer has the rights to obtain fundamental gods and services to guarantee a satisfactory life in today's modern world. These fundamental needs include safe and sufficient food supply, clothes, housing, health facility, education , among others.
The rights to acquire safety rights
The consumer is protected from the processing and marketing of goods as well as services, which can be harmful.
The rights to acquire information
The consumer must be provided with sufficient and precise information to assist him/her in making the right decision. The consumer is also protected against false advertising, labeling and other fraudulent and manipulative acts.
The rights to make a decision
The consumer reserves the rigthts to direct information with regards to all goods and services. The consumer must be given due explanation to enable him/her to make the rights choices and decisions. There must be a guarantee to determine quality and satisfactory services, at a reasonable price.
The rights to voice out
This is to ensure that the interest of the customers is taken into consideration, with regard to any legislation on government policies, as well as prompt and fair responses from the relevant complaints administrators.
The rights to claim for damages
The consumer has the rigthts for compensation vis-a-vis damaged and harmful products, trading activites that are confusing, as well as manipulative services. Due compensation should be awarded to the consumer for products and services which endanger and harm the consumer, upon following the instructions given by the manufacturer. Compensations should also be given to consumers who are victimized due to their employers' negligence.
The rights to obtain consumer education
The consumer has the rights to obtain sufficient and continuous consumer education. This is because the education system does not place emphasis to consumer education. The philosophy on consumer education today is more inclined to train the public on how to be an efficient worker or employer, rather than on how to be a good consumer.
The rights to acquire safe and healthy environment
The consumer has the rights to live and work in a clean and healthy environment, free from hazardous and harmful conditions. This rights had been the strongly advocated by consumers as the levels of pollution index have been increasing, and that parts of nature itself has been either in the process of extinction or destroyed.
Birds in the Heart - Say Farewell to Old Friends
Greed, anger, ignorance, arrogance,
and doubt are the causes of our suffering.
We should learn to counteract them,
and free ourselves from their command.
However, this is usually very difficult to accomplish.
Like being urged to bid farewell to a good friend
whom we have known for a long time -
it is, indeed, not easily done.
and doubt are the causes of our suffering.
We should learn to counteract them,
and free ourselves from their command.
However, this is usually very difficult to accomplish.
Like being urged to bid farewell to a good friend
whom we have known for a long time -
it is, indeed, not easily done.
Birds in the Heart - Five Inner Demons
Greed, like water that floods all over the place, is very difficult to control.
People will work and toil throughout and entire life because of it.
Anger, like a raging fire,
makes us burn with impatience,
agitation, and distress.
Ignorance, like a trap, leads us to confusion,
gives rise to afflictions,
and locks us into unfavorable situations or
states of mind, unable to find a way out.
Arrogance, like a steel fence or iron wall,
keeps us from transcending the self,
and makes others feel uncomfortable.
Doubt like suspicion, mistrust, envy and jealousy,
is like a wind that is perpetuall unsettling,
keeping us from peace of mind.
Like five demons that lay hidden inside our hearts,
these five poisons are always lurking,
and waiting for every opportunity to make trouble;
thus, inflicting stress and strain upon our minds and hearts.
People will work and toil throughout and entire life because of it.
Anger, like a raging fire,
makes us burn with impatience,
agitation, and distress.
Ignorance, like a trap, leads us to confusion,
gives rise to afflictions,
and locks us into unfavorable situations or
states of mind, unable to find a way out.
Arrogance, like a steel fence or iron wall,
keeps us from transcending the self,
and makes others feel uncomfortable.
Doubt like suspicion, mistrust, envy and jealousy,
is like a wind that is perpetuall unsettling,
keeping us from peace of mind.
Like five demons that lay hidden inside our hearts,
these five poisons are always lurking,
and waiting for every opportunity to make trouble;
thus, inflicting stress and strain upon our minds and hearts.
The History of Google
Everyone knows the name Google. Whether young or old, computer smart of not this name will pop up in any conversation about computers. Google has created some very impresssive milestones of its time and continues to grow rapidly every day. It all started when Larry Page and Sergey Brin met in Standord. Talk about a match made in heaven!
However,according to some they disagreed on just about everything during their first meeting. In 1996, now firm friends and both of them computer science grad students, began developing a search engine called BackRub. This search engine had operated on switch servers and renamed the search engine in 1997, calling it Google. The name comes from a mathematical term for the number 1 followed by 100 zero's. The use of the term reflects their mission to organize a seemingly infinite amount of information on the web.
The Starbucks Logo
Starbucks is the largest coffee house retailer in the world today, with over 15,000 stores in over 42 countries. With a Starbucks store at almost every corner, millions of people see the famous Startbucks logo every day.
The distinctive Starbucks logo has achieved broad visual recognition, equal in familiarity to the Starbucks brand name itself. At the same time, a certain mystique surrounds the trademarked image and the unusual mermaid like figure at the center of the logo. What exactly does the mythical looking figure symbolize or represent, and what does it have to do with coffee?
The original log, conceived in 1971, was fashioned after a 15th century Norse woodcut, the image of a mythical two-tailed mermaid siren. The siren, as you may recall from Greek mythology, was an alluring and irresistible female figure, typically half-fish/half-women (the mermaid variety). The siren's objective was to a seduce the seagoing mariner with a powerful enticing song most often to the unfortunate demise of the susceptible sailor who could not resist temptation.
With a coffee brown color scheme, the circular ring surrounding the mythological mermaid figure contained the text "Starbucks - Coffee - Tea - Spices". The overall image was designed to resemble a cigar band label.
The symbolism of the mermaid siren was not intended to suggest the demise of the customers who bought the coffee, but rather, to represent the irresistible and seductive quality of the coffee itself.
Over the last thirty five years, the logo has undergone several significant changes, while still adhering to the original theme.
The original version remained in use until 1987 when Howard Schultz raised sufficient capital from local investors to purchase Starbucks from the founders for 3.7 million.
Schultz had previously left Starbucks in 1985 to pursue his vision of a European style espresso cafe when he started the II Giornale coffee house. THe II Giornale logo reflected a theme of speed with the head of Mercury, the swift messenger god of Roman mythology, at the center. The theme of swift speed fit well with espresso. Espresso translates to a "fast and express" coffee in Italian.
After the purchase of Starbucks in 1987, the Starbucks logo was cleaned up a bit, a little more befitting of a new corporate image. The bare breasts were covered up by the mermaids flowing hair, although her belly button was still visible. And the color scheme was changed from a coffee brown in the original logo to the familiar green established by the II Giornale logo. The text in the surrounding circular band was changed to simply "Starbucks Coffee".
A third revision of the Starbucks logo in 1992 crops the image of the mermaid with a close-up view. Her navel is no longer visible. The mermaid's tails on either side are mostly obscured which creates some mystery and question for those not familiar with the earlier logo.
Recently, with the April 2008 introduction of the new Pike Place Roast blend, Starbucks has reintroduced a version of the original logo. While this is not a replacement for the current Starbucks logo, you'll find this retro-logo on the Pike Place Roast cups, and Pike Place Roast bags of coffee beans.
This new logo version is similar to the cigar motif of the original logo from the 1970's with a few differences. The phrase around the perimeter of the old logo was "Starbucks - Coffee - Tea - Spices". The new logo retains the familiar "Starbucks - Fresh Roasted Coffee". And the bare breasts in the original mermaid image are not covered wiht her flowing locks of hair.
Starbucks Coffeehouse
Who is the lady with the river hair streaks,
Anointed with a pentagram crown?
She looks dead and lovely like a coffin queen,
And even more famous than she is now...
The name Starbuck became well known once Edward Starbuck, a proprietor in the region of New England, was appointed manager of the fisheries in the Massachusetts Bay Colony around 1644. Part of the Colony was Nantucket Island, which was eventually purchased by 9 men, most notably Tristram Coffin in 1659, as part of the British settlement over the Indians.
Later, Esward's son, Nathanial Starbuck, married Tristram's daughter Mary Coffin, a lady who grew to be one of the leading members of Quakerism, a mystical religious movement that enveloped the island during that time. When Edward died, his son Nathaniel took over the fishing duties with the help of his Quaker wife Mary Coffin (Quakers are known to have good business sense). The Starbuck family went on to profit so much from thier port facilities that they eventually became a whaling dynasty.
Yet, at the very same time a this was going on, around the mid 1600s, another notable family name, embarking from England to Massachusetts, reared its head. It was the Folger family, the very same family who became famous for Folgers Coffee. And as luck would have it, years later in 1720, Ann Folger married William Starbuck, a staright descendant from Nathanial and Mary Coffin Starbuck.
There is no telling why Starbucs would hide behid a mere novel, essentially watering down the cream of its own heritage. Is it just easier for a company to act independently, rather than deal with centuries of accumulated wealth? Could the woman of renown gracing the Starbucks logo actually be Mary Coffin, as a tribute to the legacy she built on Nantucket Island? Whatever the answer is, such a fish-coddling aroma should help you wake up and smell the coffee!
Birds in the Heart - Thirst and Drinking
When desire or grasping arises in us,
our minds become very busy.
Why?
Because, in order to satisfy the desire or greed,
we have to come up with many schemes,
and engage in every conceivable means for attaining that which we seek.
The inevitable result is that while laboring hard to get ahead, we forget our "original nature".
It is just like when we are thirsty;
we look for water to quench the thirst.
But we must not forget that drinking too much water can also lead to problems.
When desire or greed is excessive,
we will surely become trapped in some difficult situation.
This does not mean that we should suppress or eliminate all desire or grasping.
It means that we should know restraint and moderation.
our minds become very busy.
Why?
Because, in order to satisfy the desire or greed,
we have to come up with many schemes,
and engage in every conceivable means for attaining that which we seek.
The inevitable result is that while laboring hard to get ahead, we forget our "original nature".
It is just like when we are thirsty;
we look for water to quench the thirst.
But we must not forget that drinking too much water can also lead to problems.
When desire or greed is excessive,
we will surely become trapped in some difficult situation.
This does not mean that we should suppress or eliminate all desire or grasping.
It means that we should know restraint and moderation.
Difference Between Pimples and Acne
Pimples vs Acne
A pimple emerges due to a specific blockage in the skin pores. It is more or less like a skin lesion taking a rounded bumpy shape. Sebaceous glands and hair follicles may often lead to the formation of pimples. It can also be termed as one of the direct results of conditions of severe acne. On the other hand, Acne vulgaris, often termed as just Acne is a familiar skin condition resulting form transformation in pilosebaceous units due to androgen stimulation. Acne gices rise to unprovoking follicular comedones and papules or at tiems inflammatory nodules and pustules when in the extreme stage.
As already said earlier, pimples are often caused by blockage in the skin pore. There are sebaceous glands present inside every skin pore which produce sebum during skin shedding. Often during such a process bits and pieces of the shedding dead cells are held back by the gluey sebum causing blockage of the skin pores. This is a common symptom during the puberty stage when the skin starts to thicken. As the sebaceous glands keep on secreting sebum the blackage builds up harboring various bacteria including the most common Propionibacterium acnes. On the other hand, Acne ovvurs when there is a blockage of the follicles. As sebum and keratin plugs start growing through a process of hyperkeratinization, the first signs of acne become visible. Thereon as enlarged sebaceous glands start secreting more and more sebum, there is also a boost in androgen production forming both black heads and whiteheads (open and closed comedones). Some of the precise primary causes of Acne are,
A pimple emerges due to a specific blockage in the skin pores. It is more or less like a skin lesion taking a rounded bumpy shape. Sebaceous glands and hair follicles may often lead to the formation of pimples. It can also be termed as one of the direct results of conditions of severe acne. On the other hand, Acne vulgaris, often termed as just Acne is a familiar skin condition resulting form transformation in pilosebaceous units due to androgen stimulation. Acne gices rise to unprovoking follicular comedones and papules or at tiems inflammatory nodules and pustules when in the extreme stage.
As already said earlier, pimples are often caused by blockage in the skin pore. There are sebaceous glands present inside every skin pore which produce sebum during skin shedding. Often during such a process bits and pieces of the shedding dead cells are held back by the gluey sebum causing blockage of the skin pores. This is a common symptom during the puberty stage when the skin starts to thicken. As the sebaceous glands keep on secreting sebum the blackage builds up harboring various bacteria including the most common Propionibacterium acnes. On the other hand, Acne ovvurs when there is a blockage of the follicles. As sebum and keratin plugs start growing through a process of hyperkeratinization, the first signs of acne become visible. Thereon as enlarged sebaceous glands start secreting more and more sebum, there is also a boost in androgen production forming both black heads and whiteheads (open and closed comedones). Some of the precise primary causes of Acne are,
- Genetic syndrome in the family
- Activation of inflammation through scratching
- Hormonal activites
- Bacteria infection
- Anabolic steroids
- Extreme stress
- Restless sebaceous glands
- Exposure to harmful chemicals
Pimples can be successfully treated by appliying over-the-counter medicines, application of prescription medicine and popping. Some of the common over-the-counter medicines that are effective are salicylic acid, benzyol peroxide and Triclosan. Some of the prescription mediciens that may be suggested are isotretinoin, erythromycin and tetracyclines. Finally, though popping pimples is forbidden by doctors but still it is a commonly popular practice of relieving the pain and discomfort that pimples cause. On the other hand any treatment for Acne to render effect takes a minimum period of two and a half to three weeks. Some of the common modes of treatment used for Acne control are topical bactericidals, topical antibiotics, oral antibiotics, hormonal treatments, topical retionoids, oral retinoids, sulfur, dermabrasion, photo-therapy, photodynamic therapy, subcision, etc......
The Customer is All-Important
A layman thinks that a business begins with the construction of a factory, buying of plant, machinery and raw materials, and employment of men. But this is a misconception. Recently a very talented engineer set up a model factory for manufacturing a small-sized printing machine which was a technical marvel. But when it was placed on the market, there were no customers and production naturally came to a standstill. The firm had no money to pay wages and buy raw materials. You cannot go on manufacturing things which nobody is prepared to buy. Without customers, production has no value. It is sheer waste. Marketing has therefore primacy over production.
What are Goji Berry
The Goji Berry is a small red berry produced by the Lycium Barbarum plant, which is native to certain remote regions of China, Tibet, and Mongolia.
Goji Berries have played a cventral role in Chinese medicine for thousands of years, but it was not until just recently that scientists in the rest of the world dicovered what was in the Goji Berry that made it so powerful.
Overtime, people have used goji berries to treat many common health problems like diabetes, high blood pressure, fever and age=related eye problems. Goji berries are eaten raw, cooied or dried (like raisains) and are used in hearbal teas, juices, wines and medicines.
What make the Goji Berry so powerful??
Under careful scrutinyk scientists have found the Goji Berry to be one of the most nutritionally dense fruits on earth. Here are the main nutients found in the Goji Berry that makes it such a potent wellness agent.
The Goji Berry's "Master Molecule" Polysaccharides
Goji Berries contain special polysaccharides which fortify your immune system and are reponsible for controlling your body's most important defense systems. Scientists atrribute most of goji's amazing health properties to these special polysaccharides.
19 Different Amino Acids
Goji Berries contain 19 amino acids the building blocks of protein including all eight essential for life - no other plant can make that claim!
More Vitamin C Than Oranges
That's right! Goji berries are a better source of Vitamin C than oranges!
Wide Variety of Antioxidants
Goji Berries contain complete spectrum of antioxidant carotenoids, incouding beta-carotene and zeaxanthin (supports the eyes). Goji berries are the best source of carotenoids of known foods.
Do goji berries have any dangerous side effects?
There may be some posible herb-drug interactions with goji berries. If you take warfarin (a blood thinner), you may want to avoid goji berries. Goji berries may als interact with diabetes and blood pressure medicines.
Also, if you have pollen allargies, you may want to stay away from this fruit, Howeverk when eaten in moderation, goji berries appear to be safe.
My Girlfriend is Gumino - Love Theme song (LYn ~ Two As One)
What kind of fae is it to somehow meet you like this?
It's strange that the more I see you, the faster my heart beats.
I this love? I've grown so fond of you. Du lu du lu lup
Are you aware of these feelings of mine?
If the weather is good, I want to walk down the street holding your hand
If it rains, I want to be your umbrella
It's the first time having this excited feeling la la la la la
Should I say it? Should I confess these feeling of mine?
Ya-i ya-i ya I don't want any tears anymore
I really don't want to live with a broken heart
la la la I wllo love you now
I really like you. I love you.
When the sunlight quietly enters throught the window for a morning call
I want to hear your voice hovering around my ears
This trembling heart is going pit-a-pat la la la la la
Shall I confess these feelings of mine today?
Ya-i ya-i ya I don't want any tears anymore
I really don't want to live with a broken heart
la la la I will love you now
I really like you. I love you.
I love you. I love you. I love you. I love you.
Being a bright light to me living in the darkness
I wish that person woulde be you
I love you. I'll love only you
I will cheeish these feelings of mine forever
I'd also like to look at only you
The two of us are like one
I love you. I love you. I love you.
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Change
Why need to change? What is the meaning of change? This are the few question we always facing.
Change is something that presses us our comfort zone. It is destiny-filtered, heart grown, faith built. Change is inequitable; not a respecter of persons. Change is for the better or for the worst, depending on where you view it. Change has an adjustment period which varies on the indicidual. It is uncomfortable, for changing from one state to the next upsets our control over outcomes. Change has a ripping effect on those who won't let go. Change is not comforted by the statement 'just hand in there' but with the statement 'you can make it'. We don't grow in retreat, but through endurance. Change isn't fixed by crying, worrying or mental treadmiling. Change is won by victors not victims; and that choice is ours.
Change is awkward - at first. Change is a muscle that develops to abundantly enjoy the dynamics of the life set before us. Change calls own strength beyond anyone of us. Change pushes you to do your personal best. Change draws out those poised for a new way. Change isn't for chickens. Change does have causalties of those defeated. Change will cause us to churn or to learn. Change changes the speed of time. Time is so slow for the reluctant, and yet it is a whirlwind for those who embrace it. Change is more fun to do than to be done to. Change seeks a better place at the end and is complete when you realize you are different.
Change is measured by its impact on all who are connected to it. Change is charged when you are dissatisfied with where you are. Change doesn't look for a resting - place; just the next launching point. Change is only a waste to those who don't learn from it. Change happens in the heart before it is proclaimed by our works. Change chaps those moving slower than the change itself. If you can change before you have to change, there will be less pain. Change can flow or jerk, depending on our resistance to it. Change uses the power invested in the unseen to reinvent what is seen. Change is like driving in a fog - you can't see very far, buy you can make the whole trip that way.
Change is something that presses us our comfort zone. It is destiny-filtered, heart grown, faith built. Change is inequitable; not a respecter of persons. Change is for the better or for the worst, depending on where you view it. Change has an adjustment period which varies on the indicidual. It is uncomfortable, for changing from one state to the next upsets our control over outcomes. Change has a ripping effect on those who won't let go. Change is not comforted by the statement 'just hand in there' but with the statement 'you can make it'. We don't grow in retreat, but through endurance. Change isn't fixed by crying, worrying or mental treadmiling. Change is won by victors not victims; and that choice is ours.
Change is awkward - at first. Change is a muscle that develops to abundantly enjoy the dynamics of the life set before us. Change calls own strength beyond anyone of us. Change pushes you to do your personal best. Change draws out those poised for a new way. Change isn't for chickens. Change does have causalties of those defeated. Change will cause us to churn or to learn. Change changes the speed of time. Time is so slow for the reluctant, and yet it is a whirlwind for those who embrace it. Change is more fun to do than to be done to. Change seeks a better place at the end and is complete when you realize you are different.
Change is measured by its impact on all who are connected to it. Change is charged when you are dissatisfied with where you are. Change doesn't look for a resting - place; just the next launching point. Change is only a waste to those who don't learn from it. Change happens in the heart before it is proclaimed by our works. Change chaps those moving slower than the change itself. If you can change before you have to change, there will be less pain. Change can flow or jerk, depending on our resistance to it. Change uses the power invested in the unseen to reinvent what is seen. Change is like driving in a fog - you can't see very far, buy you can make the whole trip that way.
Gossip
Gossip is idle talk or rumour, especially about the personal or private affairs of others. It is one of the oldest and most common menas of sharing facts and views, but also has a reputation for the introduction of errors and variations into the information transmitted. The term can also imply that the news is of personal or trivial nature, as opposed to normal converstion.
In the last decade, gossip has been researched in terms of its evolutionary psychology origins. This has found gossip to be an important means by which people can monitor cooperative reputations and so maintain widespread indirect reciprocity. Indirect reciprocity is defined here as "I help you and somebody else helps me". Gossip has also been identified by Robin Dunbar, an evolutionary biologist, as aiding social bonding in large groups.
The term is sometimes used to specifically refer to the spreading of dirt and misinformation, as through excited discussion of scandals. Some newspapers carry "gossip columns" which details the social and personal lives of celebrities or of elite members of certain communities.
In the last decade, gossip has been researched in terms of its evolutionary psychology origins. This has found gossip to be an important means by which people can monitor cooperative reputations and so maintain widespread indirect reciprocity. Indirect reciprocity is defined here as "I help you and somebody else helps me". Gossip has also been identified by Robin Dunbar, an evolutionary biologist, as aiding social bonding in large groups.
The term is sometimes used to specifically refer to the spreading of dirt and misinformation, as through excited discussion of scandals. Some newspapers carry "gossip columns" which details the social and personal lives of celebrities or of elite members of certain communities.
What is Pixiu?
Pixiu is a legendary animal in the Chinese folklore. He was the ninth son of Dragon King. Legend had it that Pixiu survived by eating Gold, Silver and other caluable gemstones. He was also the pet of Jade emperor. One day, he ate too much and shitted at the wrong place. Jade emperor was very angry and hit his buttocks hard; as a result he was unable to defecate after that.Traditionally, Pixiu appears in twenty six designs. Big mouth, big stomach, with no asshole, and cannot defecate. Chinese believe that it can be used to accumulate wealth, protect home and avoid evil spirits.
One pair of Pixiu
The male Pixiu is responsible for wealth generationsl and the female one is responsible for its safe keeping. That is why we have to buy them in pair to display in the office or at home. You only wear one of them, otherwise they will fight each other to gain your favor.
Pixiu are lazy and like to sleep a lot. We have to touch, them play with them ad wake them up. Then they will generate and keep the wealth for us.
It is believed that Jade Pendant - Pixiu is the most powerful, although Pixiu may be made of other material such as metal, wood or porcelain.
Pixiu can help you earn more money from your job, and your business. It can also help you make a fortune from gambling, lottery tickets and lucky draws etc.
It is very common for Chinese family to have Pixiu at home, or wear it. There are many modern designs of Jade Pendant Pixiu in the market now However, the basic elements and their functions remain unchanged!
Head
- Dragon head - to have good luck and high position
- Toad head - to acumulate wealth
- Animal head - to avoid evil forces
Tail
- Phoenix tail - to have good luck and high position
- Ruyi tail - to acumulate wealth (Ruyi is an S-shaped ornamental object make or jade; formery a symbol of good luck)
- Lion tail - to aboid evil forces
Horn
- Double horn - to have good luck and high position
- Without horn - to accumulate wealth
- Single horn - to avoid evil forces
Skin
- Scale - to have good luck and high position
- Without scale or hair - to accumulate wealth
- Mane - to avoid evil forces
Chap Goh Mei
On the fifteenth day of Chinese New Year, technically the final day of the festival, is a day knows as Chap Goh Mei. In the Hokkien dialect, Chap Goh Mei simply means "the 15h night of Chinese New Year". Aside from being tagged as the last day, Chap Goh Mei is also known as the Chinese Valentine's Day. On a celebratory point of view, this night sees the gathering of family members as they sit down to a meal together. Offerings and prayers are also held on a grand scale on this particular night.
One of the fun activities that take place on this auspicious night includes the throwing of oranges into the sea by these young maidens. It is without a doubt, the most popular and colorful moment in the history of Chap Goh Mei. It is believed tht by throwing tangerines into the sea, these young girls would find themselves a good husband. For many, the act of throwing tangerines into the sea also signifies that women are availabe for marriage. It is also said that if someone else who sees the floating tangerine in the water and picked it up, that generally menas that the single who threw it would be able to find a good spouse.
One of the fun activities that take place on this auspicious night includes the throwing of oranges into the sea by these young maidens. It is without a doubt, the most popular and colorful moment in the history of Chap Goh Mei. It is believed tht by throwing tangerines into the sea, these young girls would find themselves a good husband. For many, the act of throwing tangerines into the sea also signifies that women are availabe for marriage. It is also said that if someone else who sees the floating tangerine in the water and picked it up, that generally menas that the single who threw it would be able to find a good spouse.
Hakka Lui Cha
Hakka origin practises the tradition of having Hakka Lui Cha on the 7th day of Chinese New Year, preferably served with 7 types of vegetables. The name of this dish is not really "thunder tea" (as interpreted literally) but insteda, it means "ground tea". The way of making the base for the soup is to grind the ingredients using a branch off the guave tree into powder. however, the modern life, to make it easy way. (using a blender)
Herbs for the soup:-
1. thai basil
2. mint leaf
3. coriander
4. laksa leaf
5. perilla
6. sawtooth herb
Vegetable:-
1. long bean
2. leek
3. garlic chives
4. bok choy
5. sweet hook
6. dried beancurd
7. peanut
It normally serve with rice, it only take a little rice, mix well with the vegetable and the soup. The taste of the soup is an acquired taste and most first-timers tend to take the soup separately.
History of Yee Sang
According to Chinese legend, the goddess Nu Wa spent six days creating animals out of mud, while on the seventh she created humanity.
Ren Ri, the day of Humankind, is correspondingly celebrated on the seventh day of Chinese New Year. To celebrate this day, the Chinese enjoy a special dish comprising seven symbolic delicacies which we know as Yee Sang.
When Yee Sang is eaten, the ritual is to toss the mixed ingredients high in the air with a shout of Loy Hey" which literally means to 'move upwards'. It is symbolic of the wish for our fortunes to rise and expand during the forthcoming year.
Yee Sang, A Symbol of Prosperity
In celebration of the Chinese lunar calendar's most important festival, Chinese New Year, numerous dishes from different origins are savoured. Yee Sang is one such traditional dish. It is symbolic of good luck, prosperity, health and all things auspicious.
Yee Sang comprises thin slices of pickled vegetables and other ingredients which are mixed together thoroughly when the dish is eaten. The dish is enhanced by its special sauce which imparts a distinctive flavour.
The popular custom is for all round the dining table to toss the ingredients high in the air with joyful exclamations of "Loh Hey" (toss high). The significance of the tossing is to wish for aboundant luck and happiness for all. The enjoyment of Yee Sang during Chinese New Year is an age-old custom steeped in ancient tradition and culture.
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