By Derek Davies

There are lots of ways you can approach creating abundance in your life. Do you deserve to be happy? Of course you do! However, you may not know how to get the happiness you both want and deserve.

Think of yourself for a minute; do you think of yourself in positive ways, or do you think of yourself in negative ways? Creating abundance requires that you must absolutely know that you deserve the things you want.

How do your create abundance? Right now, take a few moments to focus on a couple of things you've been wanting. Why do you need those things, and how can you get them? Take a couple of moments every day for a few weeks to think about this, and you should see over time that you'll ultimately become convinced that you both want and need these things, and that you deserve them. You'll know you deserve them, because they've been a central focus during this time.

Creating abundance requires that you are goal oriented and ambitious. You should go after what you want, certainly, and you should feel inspired to do so.

Being deserving is a very important quality when it comes to creating abundance, because if you know what you want is something you also deserve, it will become yours. It may not happen instantly, but because it's a driving passion of yours, you will ultimately obtain it, even unconsciously.

Creating abundance relies a lot on a person's thoughts and actions. All dreams and desires begin with a simple thought. It is up to you to transform your desires into actions. This process of obtaining abundance should not feel like work.

People may never achieve their goals in life or get the things they want because they think they can't get them. They don't have faith in themselves, so they don't have the ability to make the things they want to happen actually occur.

How do you want your life to be? Focusing on material things is okay, but you also need to focus on your mental and emotional well-being. Think "peace." At the same time as you become more mentally and emotionally peaceful, become more determined and more ambitious, too. These qualities will give you the ability to keep pushing on until you get what you want, desire, and need. Know that you have no limitations except for those you set yourself. Creating abundance really is that easy.

Now, you can also focus on negative things and thus avoid achieving goals or building the life you want. If negative people are in your life, you can ignore them, or you can include them in discussions about creating abundance, as well, so that happiness can flow freely for them, too.

Your mind is what determines all of your actions. If you are convinced that you will never be happy, own that big home, or nice car, then you will unconsciously do things that continue to prevent you from creating abundance.

However, if you think you deserve these things and you really want them, AND you know you can get them in one way or another, even if you're not sure just how yet, you'll find a way -- and best of all, it won't be hard.

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By Vicki Porter

What is remote viewing? How do you know if you're doing it right? Remote viewing is the ability to see people, places and things with your mind's eye instead of with your five senses.

What is remote viewing? It's not synonymous with astral travel. When you experience astral travel, if your 'energy' body can leave your physical body and travel incorporeally so that you can see something 'up close and personal.' With remote viewing, how this is done is that you 'see' entirely with your mind, without ever leaving your physical location in any way.

Can you develop the power yourself and actually learn remote viewing? Absolutely; every person on the planet can do so. Just how successful you are at it depends on how well do you can relax and go into a trance like state, something very similar to what you feel when you are hypnotized.

It's long been established that we only use around 10% of our brain's capacity, but the other 90% remains dormant because it's been left untrained. If you'd been taught from childhood to speak four languages fluently, those neural pathways within your mind would accept this form of thinking as normal. The same applies with learning to count or to read words on a page or to add numbers together. These are skills your mind is taught while you're still very young and so they form part of your adult mind's power.

Imagine if you'd been taught to access the power of your sub-conscious mind as a child? Just because you can't do something right now doesn't mean you won't ever be able to do it. It simply means you haven't been taught yet and that you need to train your mind to unlock the ability that was always hidden there.

Before you take up the practice of remote viewing, how to relax is going to be a major factor in how well you can do it. If you're not a good 'relaxer,' try something before you pick up remote viewing that will teach you how to relax, like meditation. In this way, you can more easily access your subconscious mind. Self-hypnosis, too, is a great way to get to this stage of relaxation and an almost trance like state.

In addition to learning relaxation, though, you are also going to have to learn how to remain alert. It's very easy, of course, to fall asleep when you are that relaxed, but don't. Make sure you are well rested and calm, and let your mind stay alert as you fully relax physically.

With remote viewing, how will you test results? It's a good idea to plan this ahead of time.

The easiest way to do this is to choose test views that you know are easily verifiable. This could be trying to view a friend's home from the comfort of your bedroom. Look carefully and see if you notice anything out of place. You might see a coffee cup left on a bench or a newspaper left on a table.

These are small things, to be sure, but they can tell you clearly whether or not what you're seeing is real. Once you've come out of your relaxed state, call the owner of the house you're trying to see and verify what you've seen.

When you've practiced remote viewing, how to relax properly will become easier each time you do it. Soon, you'll find that you're able to relax easily and the technique itself will become much more fluid as well.

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By Hilary J Dennis

Has there ever been a time in your life when you feel that no one wants or cares about you? Do you feel like you're always being victimized? Are you angry? Have trouble with relationships? There's a chance that there's just something missing and you just cannot figure out what it is. If this is true, then perhaps it is time to turn to Regression Therapy.

If you seem to be having trouble in any of the mentioned categories and just cannot seem to figure out a way to fix the problem, then it's very important that you look over this article. It's possible that you haven't thought of trying regression therapy, and it may indeed be the answer to your problem.

The Past Life Regression Therapy Center has said on many occasions that the goal of Regression Therapy is to bring someone out of the dark hole they have been living in, and shedding some light on lives that have been confusing and angering. It involves taking a person back through their lives and bringing them to terms with things that have happened. Despite it being a form of hypnosis, the person is fully conscious during this.

Such experiences could be a person's adult life, their juvenile years, childhood, and perhaps even that time where they have not left their mother's womb yet.

The idea of past life regression therapy though, is a little bit different. It is a method which will bring an individual back in time, but it in fact takes them to a previous life.

There are a lot of people that do not want to accept this. The reason is that the thought of having a previous life is just overwhelming to many. The problem with denying it however, is that there is actually proof of past lives. Some people might believe that this is a farce, but there is too much evidence out there to simply deny the whole thing.

A common occurrence is for an individual to undergo the process of Regression Therapy and speak of impossible things, such as old kingdoms and wars. The memories might even go back as far as the prehistoric age.

It's amazing when someone recalls something that can actually be verified. Sometimes old records can be looked up, and the records will actually match what the person said. Instances like this are truly amazing.

There have been interesting reports of children that are able to recall past lives, and they have the opportunity of meeting individuals from their past families who are still alive.

Though it might not seem meaningful, figuring out who we were in the past will teach us the lessons that we need to move through our own lives. It provides us with yet another way to look at life. Our lives will become much easier once we understand who we are and what we are capable of.

There is a term that those in the Regression Therapy Community like to use, and this is what you would call 'Faulty Thoughts'. Basically it is the negative thoughts and feelings that a person has carried over. This could stem from a crime committed, to wronging someone else, or any number of things that you could think of.

There is only one person that is capable of getting rid of such thoughts, and that is the person that is responsible for harboring them. A person who is the victim of such Faulty Thoughts has the option of releasing the energy and turning their own energy field into a positive one. How can this be done? A few of the ways are repaying karma, re-patterning, and forgiveness.

The idea of forgiveness is something that is based entirely upon the bible scripture: 'Do unto others as you would do for yourself', Repaying karma basically means making amends and correcting your previous misdeeds in an effort to repay them.

If a person is able to carry such things out, then it would be possible to re-pattern their energy fields. They can do this by practicing things such as tranquility, care, and other things that might be considered positive.

Yes, it's probably going to get very tiring. In spite of that, Regression Therapy has been responsible for impacting several lives. Anyone that has tried to go through this type of therapy has found that their lives have become much better, and they are much stronger people. That alone makes it worth it.

It sounds great, but if you ever do discover your past life, you need to make a commitment. That is a commitment to change and to stay the course. You will have to change your way of thinking, as well as your preconceived notions of how your life will turn out.

It's definitely an interesting topic. If you are feeling depressed, or victimized, or just plain curious, then you should take a look at it. There is no doubt that you will be able to figure out who you were once, and you'll be able to deal with issues that are happening in your life right now.

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By Ronald Bigley

If you've ever seen the film Field of Dreams (or even if you haven't), you've heard the phrase 'if you build it, they will come'. Your subconscious mind power is what you want to build " just think and what will come is anything you can envision.

You already have all of the power you need to change everything about your life for the better " it's inside of you; in your subconscious mind. In fact, your mind is much more powerful than you've probably ever imagined. It can heal you, help you to transcend the physical world and to make yourself feel the heights of elation or the depths of despair. If you could learn to control your subconscious mind power, you can do things you've only imagined.

It's only natural if you're skeptical about this idea, but before you reject this idea, think about the well known phenomena of the placebo effect. In clinical trials of medications, one group of participants are given the actual medication, the other a placebo. Both groups, however, are informed of the effects of the drug including any side effects which it may cause.

In many trials, you'll see both the experimental groups and the control groups claiming to have pretty much the same results. Both groups think that they're receiving the medication and their subconscious mind power goes to work, making them actually experience the effects which they believed would occur.

This is why some physicians don't mention the possible side effects of a medication when it is first prescribed to a patient. They are fully aware of the placebo effect and know that many patients may believe that they are suffering from these side effects, no matter how unlikely this may be.

You can access your subconscious mind power by using this power of suggestion. The placebo effect can be put to work to make positive changes in your life. When you can control the suggestions which are fed to your subconscious, your mind power becomes truly your own.

Visualization is one commonly used method of learning to use the power of the subconscious mind to achieve goals. It's also one of the easiest ways to use your subconscious mind power " all you have to do is to close your eyes and visualize your objective as a mental image.

You can also use a method which many find to be very effective either in conjunction with visualization techniques or all by itself. This is to have a physical image of your goal around to remind you of it and to help you to focus your thoughts. Let's say that you'd like a particular car. You can find a picture of this car or best of all, a photograph of yourself with this car. Keep the photo somewhere that you'll see it every day. The more often you see the picture, the stronger of a focus you'll be able to develop on this goal in your mind and the more of your subconscious mind power you can bring to bear on your objective.

While some people have known that these techniques work for some time now, it is only in the last few years that we've come to see exactly how these methods may work.

There is an idea which comes from quantum physics that says that matter isn't set into a particular state unless or until there is an observer there to see it. It is already known that all matter is at its most basic essence pure energy " and it seems that our subconscious mind power may be able to influence matter.

It seems that it may be less that we are made by the universe as that we make our universe. If this is true; and it is increasingly gaining mainstream scientific acceptance, subconscious mind power may have the capability to reshape the world around us.

There have always been religions which have held the belief that our own minds create the world and the universe. Now, science has started to approach this idea from its own standpoint. No matter what (if any) religious beliefs you may hold, you're probably a believer in the laws of physics.

Obviously, you'd want to use your subconscious mind power to change the world if you had the ability. It just takes learning to harness your mind power instead of letting it have control over you. You can get started by using affirmations and visualizations to reach your subconscious and let the power of your own mind help you to achieve your goals. Begin with a small goal and as your subconscious mind power grows stronger, you'll find it easier and easier to make the things you want a reality.

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By Howie Holben

Whether as a stop on a tour through Europe, or a standalone gay vacations destination, France offers travelers world-renowned beaches, snow-covered alps, bucolic countryside dotted with castles and remnants of Frances long history, some of the most amazing art collections in the world, the fabulous French Riviera and, of course, the truly exceptional, unique city of Paris.

Gay vacations often center around Paris and its vibrant LGBT community, cultural and historical landmarks and accepting cosmopolitan environment, visitors will find that throughout France there is plenty to do and see, as well as many LGBT establishments and a welcoming atmosphere. Laws outlawing sodomy were abolished over 200 years ago and Frances LGBT community has enjoyed civil unions for the last decade. With legal protections in place and a general laissez-faire attitude that is common among the French, visitors will find that France provides an accepting and safe gay tours.

Numerous community events take place across the country throughout the year, including several pride festivals and a very well-attended pride parade and festival and gay and lesbian film festival in Paris. Some unique establishments to check out while in Paris on a gay vacation include the Marais district LGBT-owned bakery, Legay Choc; the ArtMenParis exhibit of all-male images; and Madame Arthur, LArtishow and Chez Michou, three cabarets with female impersonators and drag shows. Paris nightlife is lively, with bars open from afternoon until 2am and clubs opening at midnight, and often staying open until noon.

For men in search of the bawdier side of gay vacations in Paris, sex clubs, bars with backrooms and popular cruising spots are readily available. There are also plenty of saunas (bathhouses) to choose from; however, French saunas operate differently than what some travelers might be accustomed to in Canada or America. In France, saunas have relaxation cubicles rather than private rooms for rent and visiting saunas is largely an afternoon activity, with Sunday afternoons being the most popular time.

Lesbian travelers often find that gay vacation trip destinations are filled with bars, clubs and saunas for the men, with barely a hint of lesbian presence to be found; however, this is definitely not the case in Paris, where women will find a delightful blend of groups and venues dedicated to lesbians. From walking groups to sex shops that cater solely to women, Paris has much to offer to the womens community. Paris is home to several clubs and bars located in varied neighborhoods, including the Palais Royal, Saint Germain des Pres, Grands Boulevards and Halles-Beaubourg districts, as well as many options in the Marais neighborhood, known as the center of LGBT life in Paris. One of Paris first lesbian bars can be found in the Palais Royal district and the Bastille-Republique neighborhood is home to a community bookshop.

Paris is sure to remain the most popular spot for a gay trip in France; however there are several other places to choose from, including Nice and Montpellier on the Mediterranean, Annecy in the Alps, Nantes in Brittany and Avignon in Provence, as well as the well-known LGBT beaches in Camargue, where nudism is the norm. Folks who would like to play among the rich and famous should definitely head to Saint Tropez on the French Riviera, while those in search of a more romantic respite might prefer an LGBT-owned bed and breakfast on the outskirts of Bourdeaux. With so many gay vacation spots available throughout France, it is clear that this diverse, unique country is the perfect choice for gay romantic travel.

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By James Scott

For real estate investors, there are two things that are always in short supply regardless of the ups and downs in the economy: capital and quality inventory. Most investors that I have worked with not only need capital but strategies to go after capital that is not issued based solely on a credit score. Even if a real estate investor has good credit they still have the obstacle of too many inquires and too many open loans on their credit report and funding sources are spooked by these distractions and turn the applicant down even though all of their loans are current and they have a solid FICO.

If the above describes you or if you have limited or poor credit and you're a serious real estate investor, here is how to get all the capital you'll ever need. First put a solid strategy together. Start with your company infrastructure. Organize your company with a CEO, CFO, Board of Directors etc. After you've done this you want to set up your inter-industry strategic alliances which should be composed of other investors, bird dogs, electricians, roofers, general contractors etc. You want each of these alliances to have a purpose. They should be a portal for industry niche knowledge and consultation and also referral hubs. Let each of your alliances know exactly what type of investments you're looking for and as they are sending you referrals, reciprocate by issuing them work in whatever specialty they are in.

Next you want to have a solid business plan written for your company (don't write this yourself, have a professional do it for you) that spells out the intricacies of your company, your alliances, your accomplishments and goals. Paint a picture of success and strength.

Next you need a mechanism for accepting investment capital so you'll need a Private Placement Memorandum. This document package gives a technical breakdown of your investment opportunity and spells out the risks and advantages in detail to keep you from getting sued by investors down the road. This memorandum takes advantage of SEC Regulation D Rule Exemptions 504, 505 or 506. A PPM is the minimum requirement dictated by the SEC for accepting capital from accredited and non accredited investment sources. Real investors will demand an PPM anyway so it's good to have it done beforehand.

Now that your company is properly structured, you have a solid board of directors and alliances; your business plan is well written and to the point, you have a solid outlet for accepting capital from investors, you are now ready for capital. Your best bet is to go back to the company who wrote your business plan and private placement memorandum and use their 'investor finder' service. Legitimate corporate consultants who write technical documents will also stand behind their work by assisting their clients in finding investors. One solid strategy for getting access to capital quickly and easily is to have your Investor Finder forward go through their database and email individual and institutional funding sources.

When you are contacted by these investment sources, give them the option to invest in your company using the PPM (which will give you a fund in which you will be able to rehab real estate, buy at auctions etc). You will also want to give them the option of investing in a 'per deal' scenario. Allow them the option to also (or only) invest in particular transactions with you so when you get a deal, with a solid investor finder service, you'll eventually have 100+ solid investors to go to for quick capital on particular transactions that go above what your PPM fund can handle.

There you have it, a strategy that works 100% of the time for real estate investors globally. Your best bet, to make sure that you do this properly, is to hire a consultant that can set up this process for you. Cheers to your success!

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By Harry Brokow

With stocks going up and down now, gold has outperformed the stock market in the last couple of years. Gold has been on a tear the last 6 months to reach all time highs and it makes you wonder whether it is now time to pull back some of your gold investments.

Gold is traditionally thought of as a hedge against uncertainty and the situation right now in the world is most certainly that. Gold has never gone down to zero and that is a lot more than can be said for stocks, many of which have gone down an amazing amount. For anyone who has invested in gold, they must feel fortunate to have their money in something that has done so well.

People with funds to invest must make decisions that are becoming increasingly difficult in today's extremely weak economy. It is not easy to find an investment vehicle that is really safe and provides a reasonable return. The rates of interest being paid on government guaranteed treasury bills or bank certificates of deposit are about as low as they can go. Further, it is a matter of debate as to the safety factor of any government-backed investment since it is technically bankrupt.

Gold has been seen as safe but at these high prices you have to be careful not to be investing your money at the top. Just like stocks, gold has experienced big drops over time and that could happen again here. Just because it has always recovered from any dips is no guarantee that it is totally safe.

Professional investors usually recommend you have a portion of your money in stocks, gold, and other investment vehicles so that your risk is spread out. This helps protect you from having too much in one thing and gives you diversity in case one of your investment choices goes down. Gold can be part of your portfolio, just not the whole thing!

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