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12 Days of Gratitude
So many people suffer from diagnosed and undiagnosed anxiety and/or depression with and without treatment, and both anxiety and depression are trending as "disorders." Theoretically though, anxiety and depression are human expressions of fear and suffering. If you are suffering, you are not alone.
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Secrets of NIMH
Kids in my generation loved "The Secret of NIMH," and we were all obsessed with Nicodemus. But, what is the NIMH and how did it find its way into the classic children's story we all love?
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When Valentine Met Cupid
It’s the time of year in which love is in the air and we are blasted with hearts on chocolates, teddy bears, flowers, and jewelry in the spirit of Valentine’s Day. But, how did this tradition even begin? Who is Saint Valentine, and how did Cupid get involved? Also, what's love got to do with it?
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Mystery Meat Pie
Ever wonder what the mystery meat is in a mystery meat pie? Is it random pieces of specific animals, or left over pieces from random animals? Or worse, is it humans ground up ala Sweeney Todd? What if, the mystery in the mystery meat pie is that there is no mystery at all?
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When Luck Runs Out
Many people claim that if everyone else had common sense, the world would be a better place. How is it that everyone claims to have common sense, yet the world is not a better place because everyone else does not have it? Are we really as sensible as we believe?
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Purpose-Driven Sales
I began working in sales incognito over twenty years ago, and it wasn't until 5 years ago that I finally admitted to myself that I actually work in sales. That was when I began believing in what I do as a salesperson, and finding purpose in my work. But, how does one find purpose as a salesperson?
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Greetings from Sunny Florida!
I'm reporting live from my headquarters in Gainesville, FL and I'd like to take a moment to introduce myself and my new adventure. My hope is that my story inspires you to achieve dreams you never thought possible too!
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Experiences on the Otherside
Have you ever met someone who died and came back to life? What was their experience like? The after-life is a topic of great debate since the beginning of time, but what really happens to us when we die? Let's find out from the experts themselves, those who died and came back to life.
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Awakening Purpose
Recent events has many of us wondering about plagues, conspiracies, and even the apocalypse. On a deeper level, though, we are really just seeking to awaken our life's purpose. But how do we do that? What is our purpose? Eckhart Tolle's "A New Earth" explores these ideas.
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Keep it Movin'
Humans are, by design, active creatures. Since the beginning of time, humans were not a sedentary species. Today, humans are more sedentary than ever; and, Americans are more obese than ever. But, how did this happen?
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A Woman Takes a Seat for Civil Rights
The civil rights movement had its roots in the Montgomery Bus Boycott, in which Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat to a white man. But, how did this woman impact both racial and gender equality so profoundly?
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The Greatest Game Ever Played
The most popular sport in the United States is football, played at recreational, school, and professional levels. Adapted from rugby, football became its own sport. But, how did American football become America's largest stage?
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Nonviolent Protest
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was one of the most influential activists of American history. He advocated nonviolent protest to promote social change in civil rights. But, how did he do this in the most violent of times?
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Bearing Gifts
The day of the magi celebrates the wise men, typically counted as three men, who came to Jesus Christ bearing gifts and worship. But, how did this celebration begin?
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Resolutions Resolved
When the New Year arrives, many people make New Year's resolutions. Some seek to improve their health, while others seek to improve their finances. But, where did this tradition come from?
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The Man Behind the Beard
Santa Claus, the jolly man who brings children gifts, has an interesting history. His origin is allusive, symbolizing a melting pot of popular culture. But, who was the man behind the beard?