Paint The Picture And Get Your Prospects To See What You Want Them To See

What can you say to paint the picture to your prospects and create the right persuasive emotion in your presentation? Analyze your stories. Are you stores vivid? Can you audience taste, feel, touch, and identify with your story? Do you use silence in your presentations? Should you? Where should you implement a good pregnant pause?

A utilities company, trying to sell customers the advantages of home insulation, sent auditors to visit homeowners and point out the ways they were wasting energy. The auditors provided the homeowners with suggestions on how they could save money if they were willing to improve the energy inefficiencies. In spite of the clear financial benefits over the long term, only 15 percent of the audited homeowners actually went ahead and paid for the corrections. After seeking advice from two psychologists on how they could better sell the advantages of home insulation, the utility company decided to change its tactics (technique) by describing the inefficiencies more vividly. With the next audits, homeowners were told that the seemingly minute cracks here and there were collectively equivalent to a gaping hole the size of a basketball. This time, 61 percent of the homeowners agreed to the improvements!

Complete this imagination exercise with me: Pretend you are standing in a beautiful, sunny kitchen. You reach across the counter and grab a bright, juicy orange. You can feel it is heavy with sweet, ripe juice. You can smell the delicious orange scent as you rub the oil of the skin on your hand. Reaching for a knife, you slice the orange and begin to peel back the skin. The aroma only becomes stronger as you tear the sections apart. One of the sections drips bright, sticky orange juice over your finger. You raise this juicy section to your lips and take a bite. As your teeth sink into the orange, you feel the juice burst out and swish around your teeth and tongue. The juice is incredibly sweet! You savor it a moment, cradling a puddle on your tongue before swallowing.

Did your mouth water? Almost everyone’s does. The extraordinary thing is that if I had simply instructed you to produce saliva, you couldn’t have done it. The vivid picturing technique works far better than the command because your mind cannot distinguish between what is imagined and what is real.

A Master Persuader has the ability to paint a picture with his words. The prospect will be able to see, hear, feel, and experience exactly what he is talking about. The prospect becomes part of the message and can more fully understand how the product or service will change their life. As a Master Persuader you stimulate your prospects’ senses by using words that activate their mind. You present your message through positive emotions because the positive thoughts of the audience will color their perception of what you want them to do.

We can all say, “I walked on the beach,” but that’s not half as effective as saying, “The sun was up and shining brightly on the warm sand. I took off my shoes and felt the soft sand between my toes. The seagulls floated lazily across the ocean sky. The waves soothed my soul as they rhythmically crashed against the shore. I could taste the salt of the breeze on my tongue.” I think you can feel the difference between the two. Words activate all that we do. The words we use can make you physically ill, emotionally drained, hungry, and even salivate. They can especially make you buy!

When you find yourself in a situation where you really need people on your side, use words that are going to create strong mental images. Attorney Gerry Spence once said, “Don’t say he suffered pain. Tell me what it felt like to have a broken leg with the bone sticking out through the flesh. Tell me how it was! Make me see it! Make me feel it!” Words are more powerful when they have strong emotional connotations. You want your words to be clear and credible, but they will have greater impact if they also strike an emotional chord within your audience. You can avoid being melodramatic or sensational by being sure that your words truly reflect the circumstances and that they can always be backed up.

Sometimes the right word is no word. On occasion we need to remain silent and let the other person talk. We have heard in sales that the first one to talk after the close loses. After the persuasion process and the final decision is ready to be made, make your proposal and shut up. The silence is nerve-wracking, but it’s a critical time to let the prospect make the decision without you rambling on and on about the product or service.

How often have you noticed a sales rep overselling a product? You were ready to make the purchase by handing over your credit card. The sales rep felt you needed to know everything about the product and he started to fill you in. This caused doubt to creep into your mind and you ended up leaving, telling the salesman you would think about it. When someone has been persuaded and convinced, there is no reason to say any more. Strike when the iron is hot!

More communication is not necessarily better persuasion. In fact, the less you talk, the smarter people think you are. The more you say, the more common and less in control you appear. Many individuals try to impress people with what they know by flaunting all their wisdom, but usually this strategy is just a turn-off.

I Just Want To Relax This Spring Break!

Sunning on the beach or poolside and watching the sunlight play across the water is as active as some Spring Breakers want to get.

Others just want to be lulled to sleep by the sounds of waves lapping the beach. And there are those who want to choose which nightclubs or beach parties they’d like to attend, not necessarily be surrounded by it 24/7.

Spring Break is first and foremost equated with single college students ready to party, yet they aren’t the only ones who go on road trips during Spring break. Students in a relationship may opt for a romantic getaway for two. Families also plan vacations during this time as a reward for their college student. Add to this list, teachers and families of K-12 grades use their road trip planners to create a fun family getaway during this time.

THE FOLLOWING SAFETY TIPS PROVIDE SOUND ADVICE FOR ANY ROAD TRIP PLANNER.
* Make sure all buckles in the backseat work.
* Take turns driving and switch drivers every two hours.
* Passengers riding shotgun have the extra responsibility of keeping the driver alert (yes, even if the others in the back seat get to snooze!).
* Check that everyone has their driver’s license and that the vehicle registration is in the glove compartment before departure.
* Ideally, someone in your group should belong to AAA or another Roadside Assistance membership. It’ll save everyone time and money if car trouble develops during the trip.

FIRST, WE HIT THE BEACHES
* SOUTH BEACH, FLORIDA – Overall, Florida is hands down, the favored Spring Break destination for road trip planners and this long section of Miami Beach is one of the reasons why. One can walk on the beach literally for miles!
* KEY WEST, FLORIDA – Probably a bit too pricey for most college budgets, but oh, those beaches are pretty!
* SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA – The water won’t be as warm as in Florida but rumor has it the sun shines there all the time (and it’s true… 75% of the time )

THEN THERE’S THOSE ROMANTIC HIDEAWAYS
* SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TEXAS – This island is in the Gulf of Mexico and just north of the northeastern border of Mexico. It’s been a popular Spring break destination for college students and other tourists. Resorts and condominiums are strewn along the lovely coastline.
* KONA, BIG ISLAND, HAWAII – While Honolulu is good for families and Waikiki in particular, is great for night clubs, the Big Island has a more relaxed atmosphere where most of your activities will take place during the day followed by a lovely sunset dinner. Of course, Waikiki will have tons more bars, but you’ll still find them scattered throughout town here.
* SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA – Dry sun and an abundance of spas make this a great destination for a road trip planning couple. You’ll find an eclectic mix here, as evidenced by Old Town, which is flanked on the north end by the West’s premier fashion shopping mall, Scottsdale Fashion Square , at the corner of Scottsdale and Camelback Roads. This mall offers wonderful shopping experiences, with more than 15 restaurants and anchor stores Neiman Marcus. More than 500 specialty stores are also a part of this desert shopping oasis.
* FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA – Once upon a time, more than 350,000 college students descended on Fort Lauderdale during Spring Break, but the city changed its party laws in the mid-80s and enforced the minimum drinking age so now only about 20,000 come, making this a good place for couples who want nice beaches and great views.

HERE COME THE FAMILY HOT SPOTS
* ORLANDO, FLORIDA – One of the favorites among road trip planners because of the multitude of activities available there. We recommend getting the Go Orlando Card which gives you unlimited admission to over 50 central Florida attractions, including the Kennedy Space Center, Splash Island Water Park, Daytona USA and more!
* HONOLULU, HAWAII – Because of the sheer number of hotels in the Honolulu area, budget-minded families can pick up a good deal here. The beach at Waikiki is a great spot for the whole family because there’s a near-shore break for the kids, while more experienced swimmers surf the waves further out.
* DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – Once also a major Party Town, Daytona followed Fort Lauderdale’s example and now it’s known as a beautiful place for couples and families.

OF COURSE, WE CAN’T FORGET THE FAVORITE PARTY TOWNS – Just book your hotel a few miles away from the heavy traffic areas and choose to relax one day, party the next.
CANCUN, MEXICO – Known as the Riviera Maya, an excellent place for fun in the sun and under the night sky.
OCHO RIOS, JAMAICA – Montego Bay is actually the most popular destination in Jamaica, but Ocho Rios is a close second. Located on the Northern Coast, it’s a great area for scuba diving and other water sports.

So go ahead, whether you’re a student, teacher, a couple or a parent, you deserve this break. Who says road trip planners can’t have their Spring Break cake and eat it too?

San Diego Pedestrian Accident Lawyer’s Top Ten Things You Don’t Want to Hear in the Hospital After a Pedestrian Accident

1. Well, you look like you went fifteen rounds with the heavyweight champion. A truck hit you or do you always look this bad?

2. I can’t say I ever remember one person with more fractures.

3. We’re going to have to quarantine you.

4. I hope you’ve had all your vaccinations.

5. A few shots in the buttocks and when the pain starts to set in, you’ll think even the food in the cafeteria looks good.

6. They don’t call me Doctor for nothing. Still, in over fifty years of practice, I don’t think I’ve ever seen anything quite like that.

7. Why didn’t you come right in instead of waiting out there for six hours. You could have gone into shock. Actually, you may be going into shock right now, by the way you look.

8. We’ve got the results of your blood test back and they are a real doozy.

9. And you say that’s been itching for how long?

10. Sorry, we mixed up your X-rays. Still the guy next door is relieved. As for you, though….

Here are ten actual tips of advice from a pedestrian accident lawyer to follow if you have been in an accident.

Obviously, if you have had an accident, and you are reading all of this advice, it may have been a few hours since the accident. However, if you ever have another accident, or if it’s only been a few hours since you were hurt, here’s what you should do from the start.

First, take a look around and determine if you or anyone, are hurt. If so, taking steps like trying to prevent further injury or loss of blood are the most important thing you can do. Even if some other driver caused you to be injured, it’s just good manners to help the other driver if they are hurt. They may even be so thankful that they admit their fault to you. The worst thing you can do is get angry or start a fight.

Second, make sure everyone is safe from being injured further. If you are in the middle of traffic, and you are dizzy, sit down away from traffic. If your vehicle is a traffic hazard and you have accident warning devices like flares or triangles, put them out on the road to warn other drivers and get away from the car. Let the police an other emergency personnel investigate the scene with the vehicles in place and move them more safely at a later point.

Third, call the police. Accident reports are extremely helpful if the police will do such a report. Let the police know you are injured immediately. Answer the police questions honestly. But if you are dazed or confused, let them know you need medical treatment and answer only what you feel sure about. Remember, your statements can and will be used against you if you admit fault, and it will be too late and too fishy to later say you didn’t know what you were saying at the scene. Police know that your best recollection is immediately after an accident.

Fourth, get the other driver’s information including their names, addresses, driver’s license numbers, make and model of their vehicles, license plate numbers, and their insurance company name and policy number. If there are witnesses, get their names, addresses and telephone numbers as well. If the other driver makes any admissions of fault, write those down as well.

Fifth, if you have a camera on your cell phone or in the car and you aren’t too injured, take some photos of the vehicles and the scene. If you can’t do it right away, do it after you are released from the hospital.

Sixth, if you are hurt, obtain medical treatment. Don’t decline the ambulance or hospital examination to save your insurance company money or to be stoic. Take your valuables out of your car if you can and get checked out at the hospital. If you are not hurt, don’t get treatment you don’t need. However, remember, after an accident, you may feel a rush of adrenaline that causes you to only start feeling symptoms of pain a few hours later. If you have a health plan that requires you to obtain permission first, call them and find out where you are allowed to seek treatment.

Seventh, call a good pedestrian accident attorney as soon as you have had your initial treatment, so the lawyer can gather other important evidence and prevent the insurance company from taking advantage of you and obtaining such things as recorded statements that you feel fine, when many of your symptoms have yet to manifest themselves. A good pedestrian accident lawyer can save you from making a great deal of mistakes and can shoulder much of the hassle of knowing what to do about car repairs, car rentals, medical treatment, witness statements and the like. If you think you will save money by not having an attorney, think again. A good pedestrian accident lawyer can almost always obtain much higher settlements, obtain reductions of medical bills and insurance liens and prevent you from making costly mistakes. Also, most pedestrian accident attorneys advance costs of obtaining police reports, medical records and the like and are paid and reimbursed for these costs only out of any settlement.

Eight, you will need to report the accident to your insurance company, but since they will want to take a recorded statement from you, just like any other driver’s insurance company, it’s good advice to retain an attorney first. And if the other driver did not have insurance, remember that it is your own insurance company that will be your adversary. You will also need to report the accident to the Department of Motor Vehicles and your lawyer can give you the form for this.

Ninth, do not agree to settle your claim privately with the person at fault for the accident. This almost never works out to your advantage. Don’t agree not to call the police. Police reports that determine the fault for an accident are golden. Your agreement to not involve the police only affords an opportunity for the other driver to change his story and blame you when the police will no longer investigate the accident.

Tenth, don’t pay a traffic ticket without a fight if you weren’t at fault or agree to accept a small payment for your vehicle repairs without knowing that the amount will in fact cover the cost of all the repairs.

If you’ve had a pedestrian accident in San Diego, Carlsbad, Oceanside, La Jolla, Del Mar, Escondido, Chula Vista, El Cajon, Vista, San Marcos, Solana Beach, Encinitas, Pacific Beach, or anywhere in Southern California, we have the knowledge and resources to be your San Diego Pedestrian Accident Lawyer and your Carlsbad Pedestrian Accident Attorney. Be sure to hire a California law firm with auto, motorcycle, truck, bicycle, pedestrian, car, bus, train, boat and airplane accident experience, wrongful death experience and insurance law expertise who can ensure you are properly represented and get the compensation you deserve.

If you have a personal injury legal matter, a dog bite or if you’ve lost a loved one in a wrongful death accident, call the Law Offices of R. Sebastian Gibson, or visit our website at http://www.SebastianGibsonLaw.com  and learn how we can assist you.

What the Opposite Sex Does Not Want to See in Your Online Dating Profile

When you’re creating your profile for an online dating site, you may be one of the many who throws in a few false facts to try to spruce up the appeal of your profile to the men or women you’re targeting.

There are some things you should also leave out if you want to make a good first impression. It doesn’t mean you have to lie about who you are or what you believe, but sometimes it’s best to present yourself with your best foot forward in the beginning.

First, try not to sound like a bitter, soured person who is already burnt out on the opposite sex. If you had a bad experience with your boyfriend, don’t sound like a man-basher in your profile. No men will want to take on someone who has that much baggage following them around.

Negativity in general is a turn off for many people. If you hate the traffic, hate the weather, hate your job, and hate your life – what is there to like about you? The people you encounter on online dating sites don’t want a fixer-upper – they want someone compatible with their own personality.

Even if you’ve been plagued by bad first dates with other dating site members, don’t focus on what went wrong, but find the silver lining and talk about the details you did appreciate – even if it was just a learning experience.

Try to stand out from the crowd. Cookie cutter profiles are a turn off and if you don’t give the reader anything unique, how are they supposed to be impressed enough to choose you from the masses?

How many times have you read, “I love candlelight dinners and long walks on the beach?” Don’t be boring! Instead of candlelight dinners, be specific and say, “I love Mortini’s Italian Restaurant because the host always gives me the best seat in the house and their Alfredo Sauce is to die for!” This gives them insight into your personality, but it also lets them envision their first date with you.

To really spruce up a profile and take out everything a prospective partner doesn’t want, try to be specific about who you’re seeking in a mate. Make sure they know you’re flexible, if you are, but don’t just say, “I like a sense of humor” if what you really mean is, “I’m sarcastic and love someone who can give as good as they get with me.”

This helps remove the possibility that those you won’t be compatible will contact you and wind up being a waste of your time. Be sure to find people whose profiles you respect and emulate their success by substituting your own facts and outlook on life and soon, you’ll be seizing the opportunity to have a first encounter with someone new.

I Want To Move From L. A.,ca To Austin, Tx. I’d Like To Buy A Home For About 250,000. What Part Is Best?

I’m 32 and would be moving with my boyfriend and pet poodle. I’m a middle school teacher (English) and my boyfriend is a graphic designer.
I love indie/hipster music scene and try to live “green”
With horrible housing prices in L.A. I want a change from my 300,000 condo…I live next to, how do I put it “low class” people (blasting oompa pa music all hours, many people living in one apartment, throwing baby diapers in the street, the corn man coming around, serving disgusting mayonnaise and chili corn while honking a clown horn, young drug dealers…This is Long Beach, ca. I call the cops that my neighbors are drinking in the street at 12a.m. and I literally watch the cops drive by and not get out of their car! I am tired of living near these creeps that seem to be the growing majority here!
I feel like it isn’t fair that I’ve got a Master’s degree and can only afford to buy near these jerks.
I want to live in an area that is clean and safe and maybe raise a family.

Artist Amanda Ross-ho : I Want to be Artist

December 2006, Los Angeles — Cherry and Martin presents its first solo exhibition of Los-Angeles based artist Amanda Ross-Ho’s sculpture, photograpy and installation.

BIOGRAPHY

1975 Born in Chicago

Lives and works in Los Angeles

SOLO EXHIBITIONS

2007

Cherry and Martin, Los Angeles

2006

Western Exhibitions, gran-abertura , Chicago

Cherry and Martin, Don’t Front (You Know I Got Cha Open) , Los Angeles

Roski Gallery, Infinity’s Limited Engagement , Los Angeles

2005

F2, IRRECONCILABLE INDIFFERENCES, Los Angeles

2004

Western Exhibitions, Season Finale, Chicago

2003

Soap Factory, The Earth is Rotating with this Room as its Axis, Minneapolis

Dogmatic, Scene of Changery, Chicago

GROUP EXHIBITIONS

2006

Bellwether, Dice Thrown (Will Never Annul Chance), New York

Artissima 2006, Cherry and Martin , Turin

ZOO Art Fair 2006, Cherry and Martin , London

Aqua Art Miami 2006, Western Exhibitions , Miami

Commerce Street Artist Warehouse, It Was the Blurst of Times , Houston.

California State University, Long Beach, Greater LA Masters , Long Beach

New Center for Contemporary Art, Past Imperfect: Future Tense , Louisville

i-cabin, To London From Chicago, with Love , London, UK Roski Gallery, 666 , (curated by Jan Tumlir), Los Angeles, CA.

Mexico Arte Contemporaneo, Cherry and Martin, Mexico City, Mexico

Circus of Books, many guys, many many girls, all real beauties , Los Angeles

NOVA Fair, Ghosts Are Everywhere, Chicago

2005

Track 16 Gallery, State of Emergence, Los Angeles

Platform China, Hella Chihuahuas , Beijing, China.

Western Exhibitions, Things We Said We’d Never Do Again, Chicago

Art Chicago in the Park, Western Exhibtions , Chicago

Museum of Contemporary Art, ArtLA, Los Angeles

ArtLedge, Spring Break , Chicago

University of St. Francis, Players, Joliet

F2, Inaugural Exhibition, Los Angeles

2004

stichting Kunst and Complex, Battle of the Dimensions , Rotterdam, The Netherlands Scope Miami, Pari Nadimi, Miami,

Art Toronto, Pari Nadimi, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

F-Space, Ready, Set, Go!, Los Angeles

Western Exhibitions, This Thing We Do, Chicago

1R Gallery, Welcome to Wonderland, Chicago

Art Chicago, 1R, Chicago

Gallery 312, 100 Cuts, Chicago

Museum of Contemporary Art, Uncovered, Chicago

1R Gallery, The Nada Art Fair 2003, Miami

2003

TBA Gallery, Don’t Fail Me Now, Chicago

Bottom Line :

Amanda Ross-Ho makes choices in the space of seven breaths—an ancient Samurai practice. Just as well, as rapid-fire decision-making defines the work and life of this 31-year-old Chicagoan, who is exploding into the art world. When I speak to her, she is putting the finishing touches to her masters thesis at the University of Southern California and preparing for her debut at LA’s hottest new gallery, Venice’s Cherry and Martin.

Find more information about Amanda Ross-Ho Exhibitions or looking for his paintings please visit us on
http://www.saatchi-gallery.co.uk/artists/amanda_ross_ho.htm

Want to Enjoy a Romantic Cabin Retreat? Adventures Unlimited can help!

It is nice every once in awhile to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and to take a moment to sit back and relax with that certain someone. Kick up your heels and enjoy a weekend away in a romantic cabin retreat.

Come to Milton, FL to find the perfect romantic getaway. Florida has long been known for its beaches, atmosphere and sunsets. Enjoy all of that and more in Milton. Here sits Adventures Unlimited, an outdoors outfitter that caters to outdoors adventurist as well as love-sick couples in need of some alone time.

Adventures Unlimited has several romantic cabins that guest can choose to stay in. From cabins designed just for the couple in mind to those that will also accommodate children, there is something for everyone here.

Stay in the Granny Peaden’s cottage. Watch the flames flicker in the fireplace as you enjoy a wonderful meal prepared in the cabin’s full kitchen. This romantic cabin features hardwood floors, period pieces and an adorable white picket fence. It has enough room to hold up to 6 people but also has space to getaway from everyone. Sneak away from the family and enjoy some alone time on the back porch that overlooks Wolfe Creek.

Is it just the two of you? Maybe you would prefer the Tupelo. This two person romantic cabin has one bedroom and is located on the beautiful Coldwater Creek. It comes with a gas fireplace, a screened porch with a spectacular view of the Creek, and a full size bathroom with garden tub, perfect for bubble baths.

Those that prefer the views of Wolfe Creek should choose from the Laurel, Magnolia, and Osprey Cottages. These wonderful romantic cabins have fireplaces to cozy up in front of; screened in back porches to enjoy the evening sunset and all overlook Wolfe Creek.

There are several more romantic cabins to choose from at Adventures Unlimited. Visit AdventuresUnlimited.com for more information on accommodations and to book your romantic getaway to Florida.

170 Things to Do When you Want to Eat But You’re not Really Hungry

If you are a woman struggling with emotional eating, take heart. Help is on the way. The following is a partial list of things to do when you want to eat but you’re not physically hungry. Emotional Eating is consuming food in an effort to handle feelings of overwhelm or stress in your life. In my experience, I’ve found that women who are emotional eaters, tend to be very proficient at juggling many things and taking care of the needs of others. As a result of this extreme focus on the needs of others, they often tend to overlook themselves and as a result they neglect their own needs over the long term and fall prey to the instant gratification that food can bring. If you are an emotional eater, there is a good chance that you haven’t learned of a variety of ways of coping with stress without food.

I offer my clients the following list to use in conjunction with various stress relief techniques that I teach to help them to reawaken the inner nurturer inside of themselves and to provide them with choices and tools guiding them to take specific steps to help them to cope with their stress and enjoy more of their life.

* Use body lotion

* Take a bubble bath

* Get a manicure

* Enjoy a pedicure

* Get a massage

* Go shopping

* Buy a new lipstick

* Treat yourself to some flowers

* Cuddle up with a good book

* Watch a favorite movie

* Go for a walk

* Look at the the sky

* Visit a museum

* Go to the park

* Call a friend

* Hug a tree

* Go hiking

* Hug someone

* Ask for a hug

* Tell someone you love them

* Forgive

* Count your blessings

* Make a cup of tea

* Paint a picture

* Fly a kite

* Walk on the beach

* Take a swim

* Pack a picnic lunch

* Gaze at the stars

* Watch the sun rise

* Revel in a sunset

* Snuggle up with a soft pillow

* Jump in Autumn leaves

* Listen to the birds

* Sew a patchwork quilt

* Dance

* Sing

* Watch a comedy

* Write a letter

* Listen to books on tape

* Go to the library

* Take a cooking class

* Redecorate a room

* Watch children play

* Enjoy a guided visualization CD

* Write a book

* Play a board game

* Relax outdoors

* Touch something soft

* Buy new underwear

* Buy hair accessories

* Change your hairstyle

* Ask a question

* Participate in a support group

* Give yourself a hug

* Make plans to see a friend

* Sit by a fire

* Sit quietly and listen to your body

* Meditate or visualize

* Take pictures

* Jump in a Jacuzzi

* Take a road trip

* Go to a concert

* See a show

* Take off your shoes

* Buy new slippers

* Plant a garden

* Try a new recipe

* Get out your old cookbooks

* Invite a friend to dinner

* Visit the Acquarium

* Go to the zoo

* Take a trip to Disneyworld

* Write down your goals

* Buy a scented candle

* Buy some potpourri

* Go for a bike ride

* Make a pot of soup

* Do a craft

* Learn Calligraphy

* Take a class

* Send a thank you card

* Pet a cat or dog

* Hold a baby

* Take a yoga class

* Smell samples in a bath store

* Clean your refrigerator

* Start a hobby

* Go bowling

* Chew gum

* Read a biography of a hero

* Take a nap

* Go to a gym

* Enjoy a workout video

* Watch a cooking show

* Travel abroad

* Buy new pajamas

* Enjoy nature

* Learn a new language

* Start your own business

* Decorate for the holidays

* Take a day off

* Go on a cruise

* Watch the leaves changing

* Spend time with family

* Listen to the ocean

* Make love

* Do some housework

* Play in the snow

* Visit historic sites

* Go camping

* Pick berries

* Visit a farmer’s market

* Buy a new dress

* Write a poem

* Go ice skating

* Write your memoirs

* Learn to dance

* Make your own jewelry

* Buy a necklace

* Volunteer your time

* Give to charity

* Pray

* Go out to brunch

* Take a risk

* Walk on a boardwalk

* Smile

* Make lemonade

* Bake cookies

* Go to church

* Visit a pet store

* Make new friends

* Watch Public television

* Go to a baseball game

* Attend the ballet

* Play an instrument

* Read to a child

* Set aside time to imagine

* Take a walking tour

* Have a birthday party for yourself

* Go on a boat

* Go fishing

* Golf

* Play cards

* Go to a wine tasting

* Take a car ride

* Buy a Harley

* Get a foot massage

* Buy a colorful umbrella

* Hang a picture

* Buy scented hand soap

* Blow a kiss at your reflection

* Learn stress relief techniques

* Get more sleep

* Clap your hands

* Go back to school

* Say what’s on your mind

* Adopt a pet

* Make a dream mat

* Buy new shoes

* Play a video game

* Wear a funky necklace

* Plan a dinner party

* Make a phone call

* Watch cartoons

* Buy a plant

* Read the newspaper

* Have a girl’s night out

* Prioritize your day

* Send an email

* Listen to motivational CDs

* *Listen to music

* Ask yourself the question, “What do I really want?”

If you still feel stressed and notice that you are very resistant to the idea of doing anything but eating, then eat until your hunger is satisfied. Later on, when you are feeling less tense, return to these resources and begin to integrate more of them into your life on a daily basis. The key to your success in losing weight without dieting is to gently create new habits in your life that will change the way that you think and feel about food. This is most effective by combining stress relief techniques with a non diet approach to eating, which means “No more diets!” Naturally this list is by no means complete. Have fun adding to it and trying new things. Most of all, allow yourself to notice the many new things that you can do besides eating.

I Want To You Use That Animal On My Project?

ok, so i want to use 2 rats, in a closed cage (they can breath), and i want to test if they have any different patterns (sleep, pee, and stuff like that). so my plan is to put each one in a cage, and put ear phones with different music to see if if they change patterns. i live in long beach,ca. in the 8th grade

I Want To Live By The Beach?

When my husband finishes school in 5 years, I really want to move somewhere by the beach! He is in school for plumbing/pipe-fitting/welding. He is in the union and he says as long as the pay wherever we go is good, he doesn’t care.
Anyway, my question is what is a good place to live where I could be like 5 – 10 minutes from the beach at least? I would love to live on the beach, but I know that’s insanely expensive!!
I just want to take into account cost of living… property taxes, real estate, and the area…. you know, all that stuff.
We have an 8 month old, so I guess a place that doesn’t have too much crime. I live in New Orleans right now, so it’s not like I’m looking for a perfect little town. I care about the schools, but any other state will have better schools than LA, lol, so that’s not really a concern.

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