Sunday, December 30, 2007
Friday, December 28, 2007
some shocking car prices
2009 Jaguar XF 2009 Jaguar XF
MSRP: $49,200.00 | Destination: $775.00
2008 Scion xD 2008 Scion xD
MSRP: $15,350.00 | Destination: $620.00
2008 Subaru Outback 2008 Subaru Outback
MSRP: $27,395.00 | Destination: $645.00
2008 Dodge Avenger 2008 Dodge Avenger
MSRP: $18,590.00 | Destination: $675.00
2008 Lexus GS450H 2008 Lexus GS450H
MSRP: $54,900.00 | Destination: $765.00
2008 Toyota Highlander 2008 Toyota Highlander
MSRP: $28,750.00 | Destination: $685.00
2008 Chrysler 300 2008 Chrysler 300
MSRP: $31,620.00 | Destination: $675.00
2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
MSRP: $41,105.00 | Destination: $900.00
2008 Subaru Tribeca 2008 Subaru Tribeca
MSRP: $29,995.00 | Destination: $645.00
2008 Hyundai Elantra 2008 Hyundai Elantra
MSRP: $14,525.00 | Destination: $620.00
2008 Honda Accord 2008 Honda Accord
MSRP: $25,960.00 | Destination: $635.00
2008 Acura RL 2008 Acura RL
MSRP: $46,280.00 | Destination: $715.00
2008 BMW Z4 2008 BMW Z4
MSRP: $42,400.00 | Destination: $775.00
2008 Audi A4 2008 Audi A4
MSRP: $47,900.00 | Destination: $775.00
2008 Dodge Magnum 2008 Dodge Magnum
MSRP: $23,420.00 | Destination: $675.00
11 steps to love youself and your life
Start Loving Yourself and Your Life
1. Whose Life is This, Anyway?
It's time to define your own reality and create the life that will make you happy. This is your life. Create your own standard to measure your success. Many of us have been brainwashed into believing society's definition of success: lots of money, a high-powered job, a picture-perfect family, a big extravagant home and a beautiful body. This might work for some people, but all too often we are left feeling dissatisfied, restless and sad. We can't all squeeze ourselves into the same mold, and we shouldn't want to. Take some time to figure out what you really want out of life and then develop a strategy to achieve it. Now let's begin with a few basic premises.
2. You Are a Unique Human Being. You Matter.
No one else is more important, worthy, or special than you. Just because someone is richer, more famous, or more attractive does not make them more valuable than you are. There is goodness and love in you. Do not treat your own physical, emotional, and spiritual health as an afterthought. Make your own well-being a priority. You deserve all the bounty this world has to offer. You are worth it.
3. Erase Negative Programming.
Do away with all the old, negative messages you were given about yourself. If someone has told you that you are worthless, undeserving, dense or unattractive, that is their problem. No one has a right to judge you or belittle you. We are all struggling to get by in this world, and no one else has all the answers. Honor your own truth. In your own heart, you know who you are . . . don't let another take that power away from you. Love yourself. (JE)
4. Forgive Yourself . . . and Move On.
Okay . . . so maybe you did screw up on a few things, maybe even on most things. Some of us have to learn the hard way. There are really no failures or mistakes, just opportunities for growth. Usually something good does come out of our mistakes. So learn from them, don't repeat them, forgive yourself, and move on.
5. Make Amends.
If you've hurt someone else in the process of learning your life lessons, make it right. Reach out to them, and tell them you are sorry. Or just start being nice. You are accountable for your behavior. Own up to it.
6. Nurture Yourself.
Be good to yourself. Be kind to yourself. Love yourself. If you are hurting or sad or lonely, honor that. Make time for yourself. Let yourself heal. Don't expect so much of yourself. Life can be downright brutal. Let the love within you and others carry you through. In time, you will see how much you have learned. It is worth the journey.
7. Everything in Life Happens for a Reason.
Life is full of peaks and valleys. Even though they are more difficult, you learn more during the valleys or the challenging times. When you are in a valley, you might not see the value of it; but later, when you look back, you will realize that you have learned a great deal. Know that nothing you experience is an accident. Everything you experience and everyone you meet teaches you something or holds a lesson for you.
8. Know That When One Door Closes, Another Opens.
Change is good. This is how you grow. Eventually you will see that sometimes you have to lose something to gain something else. Even illness, death, and financial loss have a purpose. Did a tragedy bring you closer to your family and friends? Did the community reach out to you? Were you forced to switch gears? Faith is knowing that everything is okay and works out. You will grow stronger from all that you experience.
9. Trust Your Instincts.
All your life, you have been taught to invalidate your feelings. This is wrong. Your subconscious mind continually picks up and processes cues from your environment and from other people. This is valuable information that you should not disregard. Don't let people talk you into doing something that doesn't feel right to you. Trust your gut. If something doesn't feel right to you, then it probably isn't. And you don't have to justify how you feel. Just say, "No thank you," or "I'd rather not," or "I'm busy." Everyone else does not know more than you.
10. Being Alive Is Enough.
Just ask people who almost lost their lives and they will tell you that most of the stuff we fret over isn't that important. Being alive is a great gift. Don't define yourself in such narrow terms as your work, your body, your house, your kids, or your relationships. Learn to see what is precious around you each day. Do not take your good fortune for granted. Be thankful and humble. You do not have to justify your life with a big list of accomplishments. Try to experience just being alive.
11. Love Your Body.
It houses your spirit; it gets you what you need. Appreciate what your body can do and stop focusing on what it can't. No one else's body would be better for you. (Being thinner or better looking is not more valuable.) If you are not the most stunning person in town, then perhaps this makes you more approachable to others. Even if you have a physical disability, there is a reason for this. It is not to cause you suffering, rather it is an opportunity for you to grow or to understand or appreciate something in life. Perhaps this will be the vehicle through which you meet a kindred spirit or discover some hidden talent within you. Be at peace and trust that your soul is beautiful and so are you. (JE)
7 steps for girls to attract older boys
You want to attract an older guy because you probably are tired of young boys acting rude, immature, or not acting their ages. Here's how
steps:
1. Look in your closet, and find your cutest outfit and shoes. They have to be hot and sexy, because that is what older guys like. Don't wear that spongebob t-shirt or those old bunny shorts. Wear something that flatters you, and looks sleek and tailored. Older guys don't go for the slutty look that younger guys do.
2. Fix your hair up. Try to get a style that suits your face. Never wear your hair in a way that really doesn't suit you, as it might turn people off. Use hairspray if you have frizzy or hard to manage hair.
3. Walk past the boy, but don’t act like you know you're cute, like switching too hard or poking your behind out. That will drive him away. Just be normal. Trying too hard will make you look very weird, and you'll lose your boyfriend that way.
4. When he's trying to get your attention, start with the small talk. Talk about things you think he'd be interested in. Try not to mention other people to much, and let the conversation flow. Older guys like intelligent girls rather than airheads, so make sure you know a few things like the news, the latest sports, or bands.
5. Be yourself and act mature! Older guys like mature girls because they are nice and cool.
6. Don't get caught up in the little things. You want to look like a girl who is years older--already into her life--with real things to worry about instead of that spilled soda or spider on the floor. Those things make you seem like an annoying little sister. If something comes up that makes you squirm, subtly mention it and then let it go. That is the mature way to act, and if you don't use it then you will lose your boyfriend.
7. If you don't have blemish-free skin, wear a little makeup, but don't overdo it. Older guys like it when you makeup looks natural rather than fake/cheap. Try just using a little foundation to even out your skin tone, paying careful attention to the eyes. A little bit of lip gloss and a natural color for eye shadow should have you looking good.
how to attract girls
Let me mention a few names and you can tell me what they all have in common:
- Al Pacino
- Humphrey Bogart
- Napoleon
Okay, no surprise here... they're all short guys. But you know what? They were all awesome with the ladies (and not just because of their celebrity status... they were all players before they became famous.)
In fact, the reason they could attract girls was because of their strong inner attitude.
There are a couple things you can do in the short term. Wearing boots right now will subtly add 2 or 3 inches to your height.
Also, when you dress, wear vertical stripes and tight clothes. That will make you look SLENDER, which will make you appear taller.
Long term, one way short guys can be more dominant physically is to work out. In fact that really should be first and foremost. If you've got muscles, it helps A LOT, not only with your physical appearance, but also with your confidence levels, strong inner attitude, and poise. So get in the gym.
When you're muscular and you're a short guy, you become like a pit bull. And by the way, I'd like you to experiment with that.. do not always be the nice guy who's polite. For the next few months, try to let your "inner badass" come out a bit when you're with girls.
Do the affirmation, "I'm becoming like the pitbull who can dominate the bigger dogs."
Once you start feeling more and more confident in a few weeks, change your affirmation to, "I AM like the pitbull who can dominate bigger dogs."
I've noticed that a lot of short guys develop a VERY strong presence by having cultivated that inner badass.
Now, I'm not saying you should become a jerk... but just try to balance out that inner nice guy.
Next thing to do long term is to GIVE UP any approval-seeking. Who cares what women think of you? Go through life doing what you want and being who you are. (That is so key by the way... those guys I list above were players exactly because they went through life doing what they wanted and being true to who they were.)
You see, short guys who are badasses really have a bit of an advantage. Because of their stature, they automatically are able to have more rapport with chicks (who tend to be short themselves) than the guys who are beanpoles. And when you add to that a bit of a "badboy" element, it makes chicks dripping wet with attraction.
The bottom line is this: only if YOU feel uncomfortable with your height will it affect you with the girls. If you feel completely comfortable with your height, then they will too.
By the way, when it comes to tall guys, what women find attractive about them isn't their height. It's their dominance. If you have a tight sense of inner confidence and project a personality that sucks them in, height will be the furthest thing from their minds.
So to sum up, be true to yourself, take risks in life, cultivate your inner badass, and stop caring about anyone's approval. And hit the gym ASAP. And do the fashion things I said.
Then you'll attract girls without worrying about irrelevant things like height.
Two-Week Induction Meal Plan (by ATKINS)
Two-Week Induction Meal Plan
Need some inspiration when it comes to planning your meals? We’ve put together two weeks of tasty ideas to help you get started. Keep in mind, of course, that this is just a guide. Atkins can—and should—be customized to suit your individual taste preferences, budget and lifestyle.
Following the Atkins Nutritional Approach™ means most of your meals should be made up of whole foods. As you begin the program, you should be especially diligent about avoiding any trigger foods, such as bread or sweet-tasting items, which may have created cravings or a loss of control that caused you to fail in the past. OK, ready to dig in? Bon appetit!
Day 1 |
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Net Carb Grams | Breakfast |
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21 | Total |
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Day 2 |
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Net Carb Grams | Breakfast |
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0 | Dinner |
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21.5 | Total |
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Day 3 |
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Net Carb Grams | Breakfast |
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22 | Total |
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Day 4 |
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22 | Total |
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Day 5 |
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Net Carb Grams | Breakfast 1 tablespoon Sugar Free Pancake Syrup |
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22 | Total |
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Day 6 |
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Net Carb Grams | Breakfast |
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18 | Total |
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Day 7 |
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21 | Total |
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Day 8 |
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Net Carb Grams | Breakfast |
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21.5 | Total |
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Day 9 |
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20 | Total |
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Day 10 |
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21 | Total |
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Day 11 |
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Net Carb Grams | Breakfast |
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21.5 | Total |
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Day 12 |
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Net Carb Grams | Breakfast 1 tablespoon Sugar Free Pancake Syrup |
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20.5 | Total |
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Day 13 |
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Net Carb Grams | Breakfast |
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20 | Total |
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Day 14 |
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21.5 | Total |
Pilot 12-Week Weight-Loss Comparison: Low-Fat vs Low-Carbohydrate (Ketogenic) Diets
Greene, P., Willett, W., Devecis, J., et al., "Pilot 12-Week Feeding Weight-Loss Comparison: Low-Fat vs Low-Carbohydrate (Ketogenic) Diets," Abstract Presented at The North American Association for the Study of Obesity Annual Meeting 2003, Obesity Research, 11S, 2003, page 95OR.
Greene, P.J., Devecis, J., Willett, W.C., "Effects of Low-Fat Vs Ultra-Low-Carbohydrate Weight-Loss Diets: A 12-Week Pilot Feeding Study," abstract presented at Nutrition Week 2004, February 9-12, 2004, in Las Vegas, Nevada.
The following summarizes information presented at multiple conferences on a pilot study conducted by Greene et al. This information was written by Atkins professionals.
BACKGROUND: Some researchers claim that people only lose weight on very low carb diets due to a reduction in calorie intake. Others have argued that very low carb diets offer a “metabolic advantage” allowing people to lose weight without restricting calories. The objective of this study was to evaluate if people who follow very low carb diets lose weight only due to restricting calories.
METHOD: Twenty-one participants were recruited and were randomly assigned to three separate diets for 12 weeks: a low fat diet (55% carb, 15% protein, and 30% fat) and two different very low carb diets (both had 5% carb, 30% protein, and 65% fat). The low fat (LF) diet and one of the very low carb (LC1) diets provided a total of 1500 calories a day for women and 1800 calories a day for men. The second very low carb diet group was allowed 300 additional calories a day (1800 calories for women and 2100 calories for men). Meals were provided during the study.
RESULTS: After 12 weeks, all participants lost weight. Both the very low carb groups lost more weight than the low fat group (LC1: -23 lbs, LC2: -20 lbs, and LF: -17 lbs). The difference between the diets was not statistically significant. More body fat was lost than lean body mass (such as muscle) or water on all the diets. All participants lost inches from their waist and hips. LDL, triglycerides, and total cholesterol to HDL ratio improved on the diets. VLDL improved significantly more on the low carb diets. BUN increased on the low carb diets only. However, creatinine levels (a marker of kidney function) remained unchanged.
CONCLUSION: All three diets were effective in reducing weight in adults and the weight lost was primarily body fat. Even participants consuming higher calories on the very low carb diet were able to lose more weight compared to the lower calorie, low fat diet. The low carb diets improved several risk factors for heart disease. The authors concluded that very low carb diets do not reduce weight only by restricting calories.
The following information was written by Atkins professionals.
Individuals followed one of three diets: a low fat, calorie controlled diet (1500 calories women/1800 men), a low carb, calorie controlled diet (1500 calories women/1800 men), or a low carb diet containing 300 additional calories a day (1800 women/2100 men). Individuals following a low carb diet (5% carbohydrate, 30% protein, 65% fat) lost weight regardless of whether calories were restricted. Weight loss in both low carb groups was greater than for those following a low fat diet (55% carbohydrate, 15% protein, 30% fat). These results suggest that a low carb diet, with or without caloric restriction, produces greater weight loss than a low fat diet.
Sexual Health: Sexual Problems in Men
A sexual problem, or sexual dysfunction, refers to a problem during any phase of the sexual response cycle that prevents the individual or couple from experiencing satisfaction from the sexual activity. The sexual response cycle has four phases: excitement, plateau, orgasm, and resolution.
While research suggests that sexual dysfunction is common (43% of women and 31% of men report some degree of difficulty), it is a topic that many people are hesitant to discuss. Fortunately, most cases of sexual dysfunction are treatable, so it is important to share your concerns with your partner and doctor.
What Causes Sexual Problems?
Sexual dysfunction can be a result of a physical or psychological problem.
- Physical causes: Many physical and/or medical conditions can cause problems with sexual function. These conditions include diabetes, heart and vascular (blood vessel) disease, neurological disorders, hormonal imbalances, chronic diseases such as kidney or liver failure, and alcoholism and drug abuse. In addition, the side effects of certain medications, including some antidepressant drugs, can affect sexual desire and function.
- Psychological causes: These include work-related stress and anxiety, concern about sexual performance, marital or relationship problems, depression, feelings of guilt, and the effects of a past sexual trauma.
Who Is Affected by Sexual Problems?
Both men and women are affected by sexual problems. Sexual problems occur in adults of all ages. Among those commonly affected are those in the geriatric population, which may be related to a decline in health associated with aging.
How Do Sexual Problems Affect Men?
The most common sexual problems in men are ejaculation disorders, erectile dysfunction, and inhibited sexual desire.
What Are Ejaculation Disorders?
There are different types of ejaculation disorders, including:
- Premature ejaculation -- This refers to ejaculation that occurs before or soon after penetration.
- Inhibited or retarded ejaculation -- This is when ejaculation is slow to occur.
- Retrograde ejaculation -- This occurs when, at orgasm, the ejaculate is forced back into the bladder rather than through the urethra and out the end of the penis.
In some cases, premature and inhibited ejaculation are caused by a lack of attraction for a partner, past traumatic events and psychological factors, including a strict religious background that causes the person to view sex as sinful. Premature ejaculation, the most common form of sexual dysfunction in men, often is due to nervousness over how well he will perform during sex. Certain drugs, including some anti-depressants, may affect ejaculation, as can nerve damage to the spinal cord or back.
Retrograde ejaculation is common in males with diabetes who suffer from diabetic neuropathy (nerve damage). This is due to problems with the nerves in the bladder and the bladder neck that allow the ejaculate to flow backward and into the bladder. In other men, retrograde ejaculation occurs after operations on the bladder neck or prostate, or after certain abdominal operations. In addition, certain medications, particularly those used to treat mood disorders, may cause problems with ejaculation. This generally does not require treatment unless it impairs fertility.Thursday, December 27, 2007
5 WAYS TO MAKE MONEY FAST
This is where the rubber meets the road. Traction is something we all lack when we are doing our research and ultimate field tests in the quest for our first million. More traction would be great whatever step in the ladder you are at.
We generally focus on helping fledgling millionaires in our work because it is the most rewarding and gives us the greatest bang for our buck. To see an individual go from clueless to savvy in a fortnight is a gratifying experience. When its our resources that helped that transformation, then its very satisfying indeed. So thats the area we focus on here. This is for people who need direction but have small resource capital to manufacture acceptable results.
So lets give you a little traction before you seize your jets.The following 5 strategies will give you the moves to take you to the first level. -A guy/gal with a proven idea that can be replicated-(An enviable position to be in)
1) Lets get this straight. Million dollar bank balances are numerical in nature. By that I mean a million bucks is not made up of 1 large million dollar bill. Its made up of exactly one million single’s. Or to go to the lowest common denominator, its actually numerically made up of One thousand, million (or 1 billion) cents.
Make money fast and easy by thinking of money as numerical and therefore exponential. A dollar that you hold in your hand is the same as $1 million dollars. No difference at all. Its a seed that grows into a tree, then that tree spurrs more seeds. (I apologize for the metaphor, but how else can we put this so you understand the nature of the reality as it is)
2) When you approach your 1 million dollar goal, you are biting off much much more then you can chew thinking about that million.
To make money fast and easy always think small. Refine, refine, refine. Then duplicate, duplicate, duplicate. Are you with me? Is this making sense? Make a simple little mouse trap, then make lots of mouse traps exactly the same way.
3) Find demand and supply into that demand.
To make money fast and easy, even before you think about “what” you will do, you are going to research demand. You will become an expert at sniffing out needs. This skill is a millionaires bow and arrow. Let me tell you, most millionaires couldn’t hit the side of a barn much less the bulls eye. But they DO know this. So their aim is not important. What is important is that the target is nice and gigantic. How can they miss?
Trust me, its what millionaires do, its how millionaires think. Always supply into Fat juicy demand where the picking is easy. Do you want medals of bravery or a million bucks asap?
4) Have a structure you never deviate from.
They always failed to plan when they planned to fail. Once your research is done never deviate from it. Give it a good run but if it doesn't work out for you then move on without shedding a single tear. Chance and “chaos theory” are fascinating things. Probability is what millionaires deal with. They never delude themselves into believing in absolutes.
To make money fast and easy, you will not work backwards or second guess yourself. Plant yourself firmly in the middle of the road on the high side and go forward. Don’t make it up as you go. Stick to what your demand planning told you to do. Many give up after 1 failure, but probability is a funny thing. We think we can control it, but even when all your ducks are lined up in a row, it may not work. But give it a chance and let it prove itself and you may find over a number of attempts you will get the results you expected.
5) Diversify AND Go deep.
They call out diversify when it comes to investing. Fair enough. Things change and relying on just one source for your income stream is dangerous. And it is. But there are two sides to every coin.
The pareto principle states that reality and probability are stacked unevenly. We as rational human beings think of everything as equal and even. However scientific evidence and business experience tells a different story. The pareto principle is also known as the 80/20 rule. It states that 80% of your results comes from 20% of your activities. Is this significant if true? You bet. It means that of every effort you make, of all the many things you do to manufacture your results, only 20% actually is responsible for a large proportion (in fact 80%) of them.
So what does this mean in English? It means you can easily quadruple your results by finding out what that special 20% activity is and stop doing everything else. By focusing on just that 20% activity you will not only increase results, but you will create a new pareto principle refined of the old one at a higher level. In this way you move forward and evolve your activities to higher and higher levels.
To your health and rapid success.
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