Useful Resource

I receive a newsletter from Micheal Beck at xleaders.com and I received an email today that I found really useful.  I have a few different computers that I use (laptop, desk top).  On those computers I have several favorites stored and it’s so annoying when you are looking for one of your favorites only to figure out it’s on the “other” computer.  Plus I use 2 different browsers sometimes (like Fire Fox or Explorer) and so there’s another spot I have favorites saved to. 

There’s a website called xmarks.com.  It will sync and and all of these favorites to one spot and it’s FREE!  Give it a shot unless you rather go on a hunt next time you need your favorite link

Encouragement

“How do you know if a man needs encouragement? If he is breathing.” -Truett Cathy, Founder, Chick-Fil-A

With so many people in the world telling us we can’t succeed, we need to hear people telling us we can. I remember my high school English teacher telling me not to apply to Cornell University because they wouldn’t accept me and even if they did I wouldn’t be able to do the work. (It’s funny that I’m a writer now). I almost didn’t apply but a few days later I saw Ivan Foldfarb, a former teacher, in the hallway and asked him about Cornell. He said, “If you get in, then you go. You can do it.” His words made all the difference. I applied, was accepted and majored in Lacrosse .

Too often we think it’s our role to inject a dose of “reality” into someone’s life. We think it’s our job to protect people from the pain of failure and defeat. We think we must point out how bad the economy is and how horrible the job market is and how the sky is falling. We think that dreams were meant for others.

I say there are enough pessimists and “realists” in the world. The world doesn’t need more negativity and impossible thinkers. The world needs more optimists, encouragers, and inspirers. The world needs more people to speak into the hearts of others and say “I believe in you.” “Follow your passion and live your purpose.” “If you have the desire then you also have the power to make it happen.” “Keep working hard.” “You’re improving and getting better. Keep it up.” “The economy is tough but you can still grow your business.” “The job market is not great but I believe you’ll find the right job for you.” “We’ve hit a lot of obstacles but we’ll get the project finished.” “Even if you fail it will lead to something even better.” “You’re learning and growing.”

When it comes to encouragement I know that everyone of us loves working for and with people who bring out the best in us. We love being around people who uplift us and make us feel great. And while we’ll always remember the negative people who told us we couldn’t accomplish something, we will always cherish and hold a special place in our heart for those who encouraged us.

Today I want to encourage you to be an encourager. So often the difference between success and failure is belief. And so often that belief is instilled in us by someone who encouraged us. Today decide to be that person who instills a positive belief in someone who needs to hear your encouraging words. Uplift someone who is feeling down. Fuel your team with your positive energy. Rally others to focus on what is possible rather than what seems impossible. Share encouragement. It matters and we all need it. Stay Positive! – Jon

 

Taken from Jon Gordon’s Newsletter http://www.jongordon.com/newsletter-081709-encouragement.html

Avoid the Flu this season!

The kids are heading back to school and the weather already feels like fall!  But one of the big recurring news items that we just can’t get away from is the “Swine Flu Epidemic” – or Pandemic, depending on who you listen to.   There is a great deal of uncertainty and fear associated with not only the virus, but also the vaccine that is being fast tracked to market!   I am especially concerned about folks that are under extra stress these days, because it is well documented that stress has a negative impact on the body’s immune system and can make them even more susceptible to viruses and disease.

 
I am writing to you here to give some proactive steps you can take for yourself and your family to minimize your risk, not only to the swine flu, but to all the strains of flu, viruses and colds.

 
The best starting point for maintaining health through any viral outbreak is living a healthy lifestyle. Small steps such as getting rest, eating well, drinking water, managing stress and daily exercise provide the body with what it needs to build a healthy immune system.

 
I will share with you the additional steps that my family and I will be taking to protect ourselves as we enter the cold and flu season.  We will be using homeopathic remedies and specific nutritional supplements to first strengthen our immune systems, and additionally, will have natural remedies on hand in the event flu symptoms strike.  Here is the list of nutritional products that I will have in my medicine cabinet:

 

ReHydration: A homeopathic blend used to enhance the body’s ability to use water.  If you do get sick – you don’t won’t to be dehydrated before it even strikes!
Spagyric Greens: Stress inhibits the body’s ability to absorb nutrition. This concentrated nutritional blend is designed to be easily absorbed.
Flora Synergy: A unique probiotic used to boost the body’s good immune bacteria.
XenoForce: Herbal immune boosting formula that includes zinc.
Flu-Tone: This homeopathic blend is used to assist with flu prevention or elimination. For prevention: one dropper full monthly alerts the immune system to viral/flu issues.

 
At first onset of flu symptoms consider adding these:
Drainage-Tone: Homeopathic drainage and immune support.
Core Cat’s Claw: A Spagyrically processed herbal blend. Studies on www.pubmed.com show Cat’s Claw’s effectiveness in enhancing the body’s ability to eliminate viruses.

 
Increase Flu-Tone: Take daily while symptomatic.
I also use an essential oil blend such as “Purification” or “Immune Support” in a diffuser to kill viruses and bacteria in the air.  We have had excellent results using “Cold & Flu” synergy blend in a foot soak at the first sign of cold & flu symptoms.  It is amazing how 20 minutes soaking your feet in warm water with a few drops of this essential oil blend can relieve aches and pains and sinus congestion.

 
One last note, here is a web link you can copy and paste in your web browser for more information on the possible risks and side effects of the new flu vaccine.  You might even want to subscribe to Dr. Mercola’s newsletter; it is always full of good nutritional and health information.
http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2009/09/01/Swine-Flu-Shot-Linked-to-Killer-Nerve-Disease.aspx

 
Please feel free to call me if you are interested in adding any of these nutritional supplements to your arsenal against the cold and flu season.

Jo Brennan
Certified Reflexologist
 
“At Your Feet LLC”
Wellness & Education Center
586-419-0205
 
http://www.atyourfeetonline.com

Women’s Expo to Support MADD

We are currently seeking vendors for our womens expo on October 18th from 11am – 4pm at the Barrister Gardens in St Clair Shores. If you are interested in a space please visit www.winofmacomb.com and click on the Womens Expo 2009 tab for an application. We only allow 2 per category so hurry before your category sells out.