Wednesday, December 26, 2007

We Have Become The Assume Generation

Within all humans there exists the need, a longing, to be documented and valued in some way. It has been said that for some this is, indeed, their #1 moving need. In spite of the degree, people do want to be validated and know that they matter in this world and that they are valued.

It would be difficult to differ with that.

Expressing thanks, or recognizing someone for the optimistic collision they have made in our life, may appear simple on the outside. However, in today's world the line between thinking it and saying it becomes indistinct.

A sincere recognition is never forgotten even years later! Never.

That is the magical power of acknowledgment and appreciation. It affects both the giver and receiver!

We want persons all around the world to experience their own "magical moments" where one act of recognition and appreciation is shared and remembered even years later.

If you ever take the time to honor and acknowledge someone special in your life, you will never be the same-nor will the hero in your life!

It is emotional.

It is powerful.

And it can change the world!

It is not the right thing to do "sometime"...it is the right thing to do now!

Thursday, November 15, 2007

Why People Read Less And Less

Polls keep showing that more and more people in today's world read less and less. Some new polls predictable that about 25% of United Arab Emirates families did not read a book in the last year. I have even seen some studies put the number as high as 80%.

Many factors donate to the lowering reading rates. I will list some of the most major ones.

Maybe it is because knowledge and growth have eliminated a great deal of our need for cleverness. Maybe we feel safe that our needs have been met and feel that we no longer need to work as a civilization towards major goals.

Wednesday, October 17, 2007

Are Generational Curses in effect today?

It has been argued that curses such as lying or consumption can be passed on from our parents – as proof of the validity of the generational curse instruction. Though it is true that routine sins (strongholds in our lives) can be “learned”, these are just as with no trouble instilled in us by our surrounds and peers as from our parents, and are not actually curses (in the sense that the curses depicted in Exodus were actually punishments for sins, not the passing down of sins themselves).

There is no doubt that it is possible for there to be a negative effect on our lives from past generations. However, the form this effect takes, the extent that some teachings say it happens, and the almost total assumption that everyone must have a curse if they are experiencing problems is unfounded.

The bible makes is clear that our upbringing has a great effect on our walk with God. In Proverbs 22:6 it says, “Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.”

If you recognise that there are areas of habitual sin in your life, whether or not they started with you or were perhaps learned from your parents or peers, then you should pray for release from these strongholds.

Wednesday, September 19, 2007

Wood Blinds Have Entered A New Generation

When a home needs window coverings, there are several choices obtainable. Finished or long curtains can be used, but they often become paler in the sunshine and can hold dust and cause sensitive to reactions. Sunglasses can be chosen, which be either opened or closed, but there is modest in between to control light levels. And then there are wood blinds, which are hard-wearing, easy to clean and can be adjusted to allow in any degree of light.

Blinds, such as the ones available in collections of Hunter Douglas wood blinds, come in a wide variety of colors and styles to fit any type of decor. Wood blinds also can be ordered with a high level of customization to allow more control over the level of privacy, light and the speed of closure. Depending on the needs of the user, there are many new designs that provide many more options than previous generations of wood blinds.
Hunter Douglas wood blinds stand out because of their TopShield finish which makes them five times more durable than the average standard wood blind finish, as well as resistant to scratches and common household cleaning solvents. This special finish provides a smooth and consistant gloss and color.

Saturday, August 18, 2007

Cause And Effect - The Current state Of Society And Civilization

This outbreak can be traced through the 60's to the Second World War, and from the Great Depression to the period immediately following the First World War. After WWI, plants, manufacturers and farmers constant to produce goods at the same rate they had been during the war. However, with European industry picking back up, the demand for US products in the international market was abridged. The lack of self-control (not government-control, but self-control) on the part of the producers resulted in surpluses, which lead to over-speculation and monetary discrepancy.

With their new-found affluence, most of the greatest age group resolute to give their children the whole thing they themselves never had. It was that willpower that produced the prerogative frame of mind borne by the Baby-Boomer Generation. Prerogative lead to a lack of admiration, and that lack of respect opened the door to question the lot. Such a notion may sound noble and wise, but that is only true when the questions are noble and wise. Unhappily, the preponderance of question-raisers were overly self-assured students who abused their bodies by ingesting chemicals and participating in "free-love".

Wednesday, July 18, 2007

Generation Y Should Get Same Recognition As Rest of Workforce

This brand of rewards without merit sets up a dangerous precipice, on two levels. First, over time it will create a Pavlovian effect among Gen Y workers whereby the aforementioned on-time kudos, for example, will cease to have the same effect. This will force supervisors to be bolder and more creative if they want to maintain the same level of recognition for this generation as it ages. Unchecked, this effect could put a strain on the budget and/or upper management resources.

But perhaps even more dire, this generation-exclusive reward system could create a divide where one need not exist, as older generations of workers notice that their younger colleagues are getting more recognition for doing the same amount (or worse, a lower amount) of the work. Think of it as generational de-motivation.

I propose that what the media says my generation of workers wants, every generation wants. And despite the trappings that Hira says are indicative of my generation, including cell phones and iPods, these basic wants haven't changed for decades. They include, quite simply, honesty and open communication from supervisors and senior management, and a shared dedication to and understanding of the work required in each role.

Thursday, June 14, 2007

Fair Trade - Why Is It Important?

Fair trade is increasingly popular for imported goods. You may see coffee in your gourmet food store with a "fair trade" label. You may see textiles and crafts for sale on the web advertised as being "fair trade" products. But what is it exactly? Fair trade is an approach to marketing that incorporates environmentally sustainable development and humane wages and working conditions. It is based on the twin principles that the producer of a product should receive a living wage for his or her work and that commerce should be done with the intent of maintaining environmental conditions for future generations. Those goals are accomplished by working directly with small businesses, cooperatives and community-based organizations, thereby cutting out layers of middlemen. As a consequence of the elimination of middlemen, the retail prices for fair trade items are comparable to products that are not fair trade.

Thursday, May 17, 2007

Why We Speak

There is a great deal of jabber on in the world. Discussion heads, pundits, politicians, bloggers, citizens all over the place are chattering irately - in particular on the internet. Sometimes the quantity and disagreement of all of their dialogue are overpowering. There are so many channels in the world today, and as we toss through them with our various inaccessible controls, it is confusing how little good there is on those channels. Don't you ever wish they would all stop talking and listen to you once in a while? This is a place where speech matters, and where you can speak.

Speech matters. We speak to let it out. We speak to be heard. We speak to talk into. We speak to instruct. We speak to find agreement and community. We speak to change the world. So speak. And listen.

We speak to speak. At its root, speech is a human need, an end in itself. We speak to let it out. Our thoughts and ideas, our feelings and experiences need to find their way out. At some fundamental level, it does not even matter if anyone hears. We just need to speak. If we hold it in, if we stop speaking, we stew. The pressure builds and we must release it by speaking, by sharing.

Friday, April 20, 2007

Socialising

Although it strength come into sight so, being outgoing doesn’t come easy to all and sundry, but if you are one of these people, there are many things that you can do in order to help have a improved community life. It’s significant to memorize that self assurance goes a long way. Being able to let go of your fears and thoughts of what others think of you can help build your assurance.

Take opportunities when they arise, if friends or housemates ask if you want to go for a drink etc, say yes, don’t shy away. The more you socialize the more relaxed your feel and this in turn will show to others around you. Possibly you can also begin a social congregation yourself.

Wednesday, March 14, 2007

Essential Taoism

Besides I do not have much to say because I am not free-thinking. I cannot maintain to have knowledgeable the Tao any more than you have. Also the subject is such that even had I had a spiritual experience I would be even then at a loss for words. When we name a thing we put it in a class or a class. But the Tao – or God – is all there is. It cannot be put in a category or described by divergent it to another object. This should be mentioned in any sketch on necessary Taoism.

This is in dissimilarity with the Christian God who has given us commandments that one can choose to refuse to comply. But according to any outline on indispensable Taoism the very act or choice of disobeying is itself part of the stream of Tao. People try to force issues – like our wanting to be progressive for example – not knowing that we cannot diverge. Thus it is said that, “Your everyday realization is the Tao.”

Friday, January 19, 2007

About Retirement Communities

Retirement communities are communities made up of people who are approaching or have already reached giving up work age living in private residences or somewhere to stay and take pleasure in either sovereign or assisted living depending on their preferences. The primary advantage of living in a departure community is having instantaneous admittance to a community that’s purposely designed and reputable to provide gorgeous lifestyles for its inhabitants. A giving up work community who wants to provide its residents with good service should also provide lifetime fundamental benefits – and that means food and shelter – to its residents even when they have already and wholly consumed their financial and non-financial resources. Nursing facilities should also be a part of the giving up work community services, for its residents and which must be located within the community.