Browsing Archive: December, 2009
Posted by Anna Fernando on Thursday, December 31, 2009,
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Inspiration
 image found via kindovermatter originally uploaded by Therese'nYesterday, I
wrote about my own cultural New Year's rituals. Today, I will share
other rituals from different religions and culture. Again, I want to
thank Michelle Pessin, life coach specializing teachers and special
needs children, for the inspiration. Thanks, Michelle!
Rituals that
have personal meaning for you makes the BEST rituals. It helps you to
consciously clear your mind, FOCUS, and to move forward to the new
year and...
Posted by Anna Fernando on Wednesday, December 30, 2009,
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Inspiration
 image found via kindovermatterMy friend and fellow life coach, Michelle Pessin emailed me an
article called rituals the other day and I was inspired to write this
post about it. Rituals. What is it? Some people associate rituals in
religious ceremonies. Another definition of ritual is "any practice or
pattern of behavior regularly performed in a set manner". This
posting will be about cultural rituals but there are many other types
of rituals such as Cleansing Rituals, Rituals of Closur...
Posted by Anna Fernando on Monday, December 28, 2009,
In :
Health Tips
Happy New Year!
Toast the New Year with Champagne
This celebratory drink has about 90 calories in a four-ounce glass. Continue reading ...
Posted by Anna Fernando on Saturday, December 26, 2009,
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Holidays
Hoped you enjoyed the 12 days of giving. Thank you so much for reading my blog.
On this Christmas Day, my life coach gave to me: a listing of people who inspired me in 2009:
Merry Christmas to you and your families
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Posted by Anna Fernando on Thursday, December 24, 2009,
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Holidays
On the second day before Christmas, my life coach gave to me,
an inspirational painting of a carab tree:
"Carab Tree" by Eddie Ching
Continue reading ...
Posted by Anna Fernando on Wednesday, December 23, 2009,
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Inspiration
On the 3rd day before Christmas, my life coach gave to me.... a meditation by Lou-is Hay....
Holidays are happy times for me
by Louise Hay
Religious and civil holidays are times to celebrate with friends and reflect upon the processes of life. I follow my inner voice through each holiday, always knowing that I am in the right place at the right time, doing the right thing for me. I have fun at parties and holiday get-togethers. I know how to have a good time and be responsible and safe,... Continue reading ...
Posted by Anna Fernando on Wednesday, December 23, 2009,
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Holidays
Heart Glow
On the 4th day before Christmas, my life coach gave to me:
A meditation call Rainbow of Love!
Rainbow of Love
The following visualization creates unity between your highest and the Universe.
"Image a ball of light, in all colors of the rainbow, in your heart. See the ball expand through your body, dissolving negative energy and filling you with power. Let the ball escape through the top of your head, to spread the light of your spirit into the world.
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Posted by Anna Fernando on Monday, December 21, 2009,
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Inspiration
On the 5th day before Christmas, my life coach gave to me:
A website called The Happiness Project by Gretchen Rubin. 
Gretchen Rubin, Writer
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Posted by Anna Fernando on Sunday, December 20, 2009,
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Inspiration
On the 6th day before Christmas my life coach gave to me:
A chance to win this jour-nal!
Building the Best You by Caroline Harper
Leave a comment and win the journal above. I will have a drawing on January 2, 2010 for every reader who leaves me a comment.
Continue reading ...
Posted by Anna Fernando on Saturday, December 19, 2009,
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Inspiration
On the 7th day before Christmas my life coach gave to me:
an affirmation!
My body is strong and supple. My mind is calm and clear. I greet whatever happens with confidence and equanimity. Continue reading ...
Posted by Anna Fernando on Friday, December 18, 2009,
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Inspiration
 I had the opportunity to meet Don Miguel Ruiz, author of The Four Agreements, last May in New York City. This picture was taken on May 12, 2009 at the Meta Center in New York. On the 8th day of Christmas, my life coach gave to me.....a quote from Don Mi-guel Ruiz.....
Quote from Don Miguel Ruiz from his book Voice of Knowledge:
"Light is the messenger or carrier of life because light is sending information all the time to everything in existence."
"Light is a living being that contains all of t...
Posted by Anna Fernando on Thursday, December 17, 2009,
In :
Holidays
 found in Angel Therapy by Doreen VirtueOn the 9th day before Christmas, my life coach gave to me...a spiritual project.
PROJECT: Come All Ye Faithful
Spiritual beliefs don't come unless called. Faith take
cultivation. If religious services are not you, create your own form
of worship, as traditional or offbeat as you want to make it. Appeal
to all of your senses, with food, music, candles, incense, and
decorations. Celebrate spirit with prayers and pageantry of your own
or other's devisin...
Posted by Anna Fernando on Wednesday, December 16, 2009,
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Holidays
On the 10th day before Christmas, my life coach gave to me.....a spiritual commit-ment......
PROJECT: Make a Spiritual Commitment
Whatever your spiritual tradition, make a renewed commitment this
month. If you are still searching, take time to find a compatible
method of workship. Visit churches, temples, mosques, meditation
centers. The services of the holiday season provide an opportunity to
sample different congregations and practices. Rituals connect us to a
spiritual community and hel... Continue reading ...
Posted by Anna Fernando on Wednesday, December 16, 2009,
In :
Holidays
On the 11th day before Christmas my life coach gave to me: A project to be an an-gel.
PROJECT: Be an Angel
We all love the holidays except anyone who is lonely, depressed, or
have no family. The holidays is when most suicides occur. Make it
your job as an angel of holiday mercy, bringing tidings of joy to
anyone you know.
Throw a tree-trimming party, organize carol singing, or take your
friends to worship services in the traditions that observe the holy
days this month. Continue reading ...
Posted by Anna Fernando on Tuesday, December 15, 2009,
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Holidays
On the twelfth day before Christmas my life coach gave to me:an image of Perfection! Continue reading ...
Posted by Anna Fernando on Sunday, December 13, 2009,
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Holidays
My dear readers, I know, I know! The 12 days of Christmas really starts on December 25th and last until January 5. But, I couldn't wait and as a gift, starting on December 14, I will provide inspirational
quotes, images, and websites to help you with your weight loss goals
and to stay motivated during the holidays each day for 12 days. Thank you for reading my blog and for being loyal readers. All the best, Anna Continue reading ...
Posted by Anna Fernando on Saturday, December 12, 2009,
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Health Tips
 It's Not Healthcare But by Jean Francis BeanSince the holidays are upon us, I decided to have all the holiday health tips in one posting to help you enjoy your Holiday.
Stay Warm
Cold temperatures can cause serious health problems, especially in
infants and elderly individuals. Stay dry and dress warmly in several
layers of loose-fitting, tightly woven clothing.
Holiday shopping is a form of exercise
Holiday shopping needs to be a sport in the Olympics. Walking
around the mall, going up an...
Posted by Anna Fernando on Thursday, December 3, 2009,
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Weekly Series
What could possibility be more exciting? Having a blog weekly series is pretty darn exciting to me. IMy blog series will start the first week of January and we will see where that takes me. After a month of thinking and pounding my head, and of course I will thank the Universe for helping me with my creative ideas. I will have a weekly series: WELLNESS WEDNESDAYS, FITNESS FRIDAYS, and CELEBRATION SUNDAYS! Wellness Wednesdays - I will write about tips on preventive medicine, holistic heal... Continue reading ...
Posted by Anna Fernando on Wednesday, December 2, 2009,
In :
Exercise
Think of Me as a Challenge by Soshabbyandprim
My story is I gained 7 pounds over the last 6 months and I have not
gained weight in 8 years! It has been a struggle for me to get rid of
those 7 pounds! So far, I have only lost 4 pounds in the course of 2
months. I have been exercising on and off and I know that is my
problem. I exercise here and there, whenever I feel like it. I was
doing well exercising 3 times a week until I went on vacation. Those
darn vacations will get you.
Exercising def... Continue reading ...
| INSPIRATION I have found the happiest people are those who do the most for others. Don't fear your failure so much that you refuse to try new things, The saddest summary of a life contains three descriptions: could have, would have, and should have.
Extraordinary people survive under the most terrible circumstances and they become more extraordinary because of it. - Robertson Davies
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