Letting Go of Fear Will Set You Free For the first half of my life, I was the type of girl who was scared of everything. I hid in the corners at parties, turned bright red when my teachers called on me in class, dreaded walking up and introducing myself to people, was terrified of talking to guys, and shied away from big crowds. In other words, I was a total wimp. I … [Read more...]
Spirit Junkie Review And Free Giveaway
Have you ever thought self-help books are boring and only written on topics you can’t relate to? So not true! They are actually quite a fun genre to read and are a great way to improve your lifestyle and open your eyes to new ways of thinking. One such example I recently read is Gabrielle Bernstein’s new book, Spirit Junkie, and I have two free copies to giveaway to some … [Read more...]
Technical Difficulties, September 11 Remembered, And Plutus Awards
Phew, it’s been a whirlwind start to September! I don’t know about you, but Labor Day weekend flew by for me, as did the entire summer. The markets are crashing again and our politicians lack the leadership we so desperately need. It’s exciting to see the leaves starting to change, students back in school, and the grape harvest “crush” in full swing next door in Napa Valley … [Read more...]
Steve Jobs Commencement Speech, “Find What You Love”
The following is the text of a commencement speech Steve Jobs, CEO of Apple Computer and of Pixar Animation Studios gave to Stanford University graduates on June 12, 2005. It's one of the best speeches you can find about finding your purpose and your passion. As a tribute to Steve Jobs, who stepped down as CEO of Apple Computer, and who passed away on Wed, Oct 5th, here is … [Read more...]
You CAN Protect Your Business, Home, and City from Graffiti Vandals
Every time I see graffiti it makes me cringe. I have a hard time not getting angry just thinking about it. Why are there so many punk kids and a**holes out there who have to disrespect other people’s property, businesses, schools, landmarks, buses, and public places? Augh I hate graffiti! How One City Broke My Heart Last year I visited Naples, Italy for the first time. … [Read more...]