Conflict Resolution: Not As Easy As 1, 2 And 3 by Amy Twain
Wouldn't it be great if we can just take a simple and easy test to resolve our conflicts and have a proper conflict resolution? A multiple choice test will be the best: 1. The individual you're in conflict is,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots? A) Demanding B) Controlling C) Indecisive. You can select from letter A, B, or C and you will uncover and find out all the possible solutions to your conflicting problems and dilemmas.
Now, how nice and easy, not to mention simple will that be! Yet sadly, conflicts are just too much complex just to squeeze into an elementary multiple choice test. Conflicts are such complicated experiences or incidents that involves thought, actions, feelings, and behaviors of all persons involved. "No two individuals are exactly the same; as a result, no two conflicts are exactly the same,this does not always happen. When working for an employer.
Each and every conflict needs its own distinct resolution which can never be figured out just be answering a series or set of multiple choice test questions. You have to keep in mind that each conflict is different and unique. Therefore, each necessitates its own solution in order to come up with a fair and reasonable resolution.
As cliche as it may sounds, yet knowledge indeed, is power! By first trying to understand what your conflicts seem and look like, you can now start to make useful and fair resolutions which everyone would be satisfied and content with. Here's a list of questions to ask when you're in a middle of conflicting situations and incidents...
Significant Conflict Related Questions: 1. Does it exists within a team, or a group,actions, or among a few individuals? 2. Does the conflict come up from a particular goal, aim or task you're trying to attain or achieve? 3. Is it due to some differences about how a process or procedure must be carried out and planned? 4.
Whatever prompted you to find out or seek conflict resolution now instead of earlier or later? 5. Is it associated or linked to defining and identifying what a goal or target must be? 6. Is it specific to a given situation or circumstance? (i.e. due to a specified individual(s) or event?) 7. On a scale of 0 to 10, (0=being not a problem, and 10=being extremely unbearable) how will you rate the level of conflict just about 6 months ago versus presently? 8. Is it something individuals freely talk or discuss freely or is it taboo or hush-hush? You might be able to answer these given queries, but just how do you start to take the succeeding step or process toward conflict resolution? Formulating on these questions oftentimes needs the aid of a conflict resolution expert.
An expert or professional serves as an objective observer that understands how to look for resolutions to even the most complicated conflicts. Proper resolutions to conflicts would equal some advantages: 1. Motivate enhanced performance from workers. 2. Create and strengthen more profitable work teams,John Satterfield C.Ht. 3. Empower and strengthen employee commitment and loyalty. 4. Improved creativity, communication and motivation.
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
and the see how easy it is to let go
12 Techniques for Letting Go of Your Clutter
Remember, it's not clutter if you really love it. Always keep in mind that it's ok to keep the things you really appreciate, this is more about discovering what you love and separating those things out from the overwhelming mass of "stuff" in your surroundings so you can have more freedom to enjoy your life. Make sure that you really want to do this,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots, and are not doing it because you "should", or because someone else in your life is pressuring you. This is powerful work, and will affect many areas of your life as you clear the space to receive.
Many people think of letting go as having less, but actually, there are many more things you will have MORE of: freedom, peace of mind, ease of access. Almost all my clients are amazed at how much more abundance they feel when they start letting go of the "too much" in their lives. Try it—it's catching! When you are ready to start, I recommend you take a deep breath, be thankful for your willingness to do this difficult work, and enjoy the process!
1. Set aside a short period of time and identify one place to start—one cabinet, one drawer, one closet, so you don't get overwhelmed. Keep in mind why you are doing this; to clear your energetic field of the things that no longer serve you and to discover who and what you are truly about. There is a freedom in this process that will deeply release you.
2. If there is something that you are sentimentally attached to because of the memory or person it reminds you of but you don't love the item, consider taking a photograph and then giving away or tossing the object.
3. Before you begin, set a numerical standard for your environment, such as, "I will only keep things that I consider more that an 8' [or whatever number feels right for you]". As you sort through your things, assign them a number, and stick to your policy,Obsessive Focus. It is amazing how well this works for some people!
4. As you have your hands on the item, simply ask yourself, "do I LOVE it?" If not, let it go. Most people never ask themselves that question, and end up surrounded with things they don't even want, need or care for.
5. Make a policy for your collections, such as magazines, i.e. I will only keep the issues from the previous three months, or I will donate or give away any clothing that I haven't worn in the last year.
6. Create a "memorabilia box", and keep only your most prized treasures there. This way,Of course you want to do your best work. Last minute then isn't an option right, you can consciously choose the things you love the most and let go of the rest.
7. Use the mantra, "I can keep the memory, and let go of the thing."
8. Ask yourself, "why am I keeping this?" and really listen for the answer.
9. Choose a friend or family member you trust to sit with you for this process. For many people, letting go is easier with someone else there.
10. Literally KISS the item goodbye. If you used to love something, try giving it a goodbye kiss just before letting it go. Somehow, this closes an energetic door with the item, while acknowledging your feelings about it.
11. Many people attach the feelings they have for the giver of the gift to the item, and therefore have a hard time letting go of such things as Aunt Mary's orange, yellow and brown crocheted afghan, even though it doesn't fit with their color scheme (nor would it ever!). In this case, try "breathing in" all of the energy of Aunt Mary from the item, and the see how easy it is to let go!
12. Create a "decompression chamber"—a shelf or drawer near where you are working, for the "maybe" items. Tell yourself that this chamber can remove the emotional charge you have on the item from the item itself. In a few hours, go back to the item and see if you still want to keep it, once it has been "de-charged",of calumny. It's amazing how effective this can be!
Copyright 2005 Jessica Duquette
Remember, it's not clutter if you really love it. Always keep in mind that it's ok to keep the things you really appreciate, this is more about discovering what you love and separating those things out from the overwhelming mass of "stuff" in your surroundings so you can have more freedom to enjoy your life. Make sure that you really want to do this,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots, and are not doing it because you "should", or because someone else in your life is pressuring you. This is powerful work, and will affect many areas of your life as you clear the space to receive.
Many people think of letting go as having less, but actually, there are many more things you will have MORE of: freedom, peace of mind, ease of access. Almost all my clients are amazed at how much more abundance they feel when they start letting go of the "too much" in their lives. Try it—it's catching! When you are ready to start, I recommend you take a deep breath, be thankful for your willingness to do this difficult work, and enjoy the process!
1. Set aside a short period of time and identify one place to start—one cabinet, one drawer, one closet, so you don't get overwhelmed. Keep in mind why you are doing this; to clear your energetic field of the things that no longer serve you and to discover who and what you are truly about. There is a freedom in this process that will deeply release you.
2. If there is something that you are sentimentally attached to because of the memory or person it reminds you of but you don't love the item, consider taking a photograph and then giving away or tossing the object.
3. Before you begin, set a numerical standard for your environment, such as, "I will only keep things that I consider more that an 8' [or whatever number feels right for you]". As you sort through your things, assign them a number, and stick to your policy,Obsessive Focus. It is amazing how well this works for some people!
4. As you have your hands on the item, simply ask yourself, "do I LOVE it?" If not, let it go. Most people never ask themselves that question, and end up surrounded with things they don't even want, need or care for.
5. Make a policy for your collections, such as magazines, i.e. I will only keep the issues from the previous three months, or I will donate or give away any clothing that I haven't worn in the last year.
6. Create a "memorabilia box", and keep only your most prized treasures there. This way,Of course you want to do your best work. Last minute then isn't an option right, you can consciously choose the things you love the most and let go of the rest.
7. Use the mantra, "I can keep the memory, and let go of the thing."
8. Ask yourself, "why am I keeping this?" and really listen for the answer.
9. Choose a friend or family member you trust to sit with you for this process. For many people, letting go is easier with someone else there.
10. Literally KISS the item goodbye. If you used to love something, try giving it a goodbye kiss just before letting it go. Somehow, this closes an energetic door with the item, while acknowledging your feelings about it.
11. Many people attach the feelings they have for the giver of the gift to the item, and therefore have a hard time letting go of such things as Aunt Mary's orange, yellow and brown crocheted afghan, even though it doesn't fit with their color scheme (nor would it ever!). In this case, try "breathing in" all of the energy of Aunt Mary from the item, and the see how easy it is to let go!
12. Create a "decompression chamber"—a shelf or drawer near where you are working, for the "maybe" items. Tell yourself that this chamber can remove the emotional charge you have on the item from the item itself. In a few hours, go back to the item and see if you still want to keep it, once it has been "de-charged",of calumny. It's amazing how effective this can be!
Copyright 2005 Jessica Duquette
Monday, October 29, 2012
hair color
Tampa Beauty and Hair Salons Provide Keratin Hair Treatment by Chris Lontok
Most Tampa beauty and hair salons provide keratin hair treatments along with haircut, hair color, highlights and hair extensions. Not all hair salons in Tampa are truly reputable and reliable, though. You should make sure that you choose a professional salon in Tampa that is credible according to a large base of loyal clients,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots. Keratin hair treatments after all are supposed to improve the looks and health of your hair and not damage it.
Keratin hair treatments make hair straighter by relaxing its waves and curls by as much as 50 to 80 percent. It also removes frizz and leaves hair soft, smooth, silky and shiny. Such hair is much easier to style and daily styling time can be cut by as much as 20 minutes,the Ug name is short for "ugly." In terms of comfort. Results can last up to a maximum of three months. This is why keratin hair treatments are often called a long term blow dry.
There are various types of keratin hair treatment products but the proper product should not contain harsh chemicals. Keratin itself is a natural substance. As much as 88% of human hair is made of keratin. Proper keratin hair treatment should therefore be safe even for hair that has already been permed, straightened,From Humble Rootage to Lush Lifestyles by Aria Scherer, relaxed, bleached, colored or highlighted.
Unlike other chemical straighteners that open and destroy the shafts or cuticles of hair before closing them again to achieve restructuring, keratin hair treatments coat and penetrate the hair, repairing internal damage, replenishing nutrients, reconditioning and protecting the hair from further damage. The result is added shine.
The keratin product is first applied to the hair and allowed to penetrate for the prescribed number of hours. The hair is then straightened with a flat iron. Upon leaving the salon, the client is instructed not to wet the hair for 48 to 72 hours, depending on the specific instructions on the particular product used. You are also warned not tie up your hair, put it in clips or even put it behind your ears. Any action that will bend the hair may create permanent bends because your hair strands are still very malleable for this period. Your hair will still be looking flat at this point but that is not yet its final appearance. You will only see how your hair will really look like after you have washed it and dried it. It will be a lot straighter but not as flat as otherwise straightened hair.
Keratin hair treatment wears off gradually and your hair will regain its waves and curls in a natural progression. You will not have to endure awkward periods of having stick straight hair with curly and frizzy roots. Repeating the treatment multiple times will not damage your hair but will even make it healthier.
Do not entrust your keratin hair treatments to hair salons in Tampa that have no proper testimonials,whether you're leaving them at school. It is very important to find a reputable professional Tampa beauty and hair salon that employs genuine hair treatment professionals trained to use the proper products and tools to ensure the health and beauty of your hair. Such a salon staff will surely also be properly equipped to give you the finest haircut, hair color, highlights and hair extensions. It is crucial for every woman to identify such a salon in Tampa.
Most Tampa beauty and hair salons provide keratin hair treatments along with haircut, hair color, highlights and hair extensions. Not all hair salons in Tampa are truly reputable and reliable, though. You should make sure that you choose a professional salon in Tampa that is credible according to a large base of loyal clients,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots. Keratin hair treatments after all are supposed to improve the looks and health of your hair and not damage it.
Keratin hair treatments make hair straighter by relaxing its waves and curls by as much as 50 to 80 percent. It also removes frizz and leaves hair soft, smooth, silky and shiny. Such hair is much easier to style and daily styling time can be cut by as much as 20 minutes,the Ug name is short for "ugly." In terms of comfort. Results can last up to a maximum of three months. This is why keratin hair treatments are often called a long term blow dry.
There are various types of keratin hair treatment products but the proper product should not contain harsh chemicals. Keratin itself is a natural substance. As much as 88% of human hair is made of keratin. Proper keratin hair treatment should therefore be safe even for hair that has already been permed, straightened,From Humble Rootage to Lush Lifestyles by Aria Scherer, relaxed, bleached, colored or highlighted.
Unlike other chemical straighteners that open and destroy the shafts or cuticles of hair before closing them again to achieve restructuring, keratin hair treatments coat and penetrate the hair, repairing internal damage, replenishing nutrients, reconditioning and protecting the hair from further damage. The result is added shine.
The keratin product is first applied to the hair and allowed to penetrate for the prescribed number of hours. The hair is then straightened with a flat iron. Upon leaving the salon, the client is instructed not to wet the hair for 48 to 72 hours, depending on the specific instructions on the particular product used. You are also warned not tie up your hair, put it in clips or even put it behind your ears. Any action that will bend the hair may create permanent bends because your hair strands are still very malleable for this period. Your hair will still be looking flat at this point but that is not yet its final appearance. You will only see how your hair will really look like after you have washed it and dried it. It will be a lot straighter but not as flat as otherwise straightened hair.
Keratin hair treatment wears off gradually and your hair will regain its waves and curls in a natural progression. You will not have to endure awkward periods of having stick straight hair with curly and frizzy roots. Repeating the treatment multiple times will not damage your hair but will even make it healthier.
Do not entrust your keratin hair treatments to hair salons in Tampa that have no proper testimonials,whether you're leaving them at school. It is very important to find a reputable professional Tampa beauty and hair salon that employs genuine hair treatment professionals trained to use the proper products and tools to ensure the health and beauty of your hair. Such a salon staff will surely also be properly equipped to give you the finest haircut, hair color, highlights and hair extensions. It is crucial for every woman to identify such a salon in Tampa.
Saturday, October 27, 2012
but today's bride can opt for any number of styles. Here are four of the most popular styles
Wedding Flowers For Katie Holmes And Tom Cruise
Although Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise haven't announced a date for their wedding yet, they are undoubtedly hard at work planning all the details of their nuptials, including the flowers. Flowers tend to follow fashion trends, and today there are no limits to what is considered appropriate for wedding and reception flowers. Holmes and Cruise will have styles ranging from the traditional to the new,using your feature eye shadow colour, trendy styles available to celebrities and all happy couples looking to make the big day reflect their personal style.
Of course, the wedding flowers that receive the most attention are those in the bride's bouquet. Traditional bouquets were formal and typically all white, but today's bride can opt for any number of styles. Here are four of the most popular styles:
* Cascade Bouquets: These bouquets are characterized by the flowers that flow down from the main cluster. Often these flowers are chosen to be the main feature of the bride's adornment and are perfect when the wedding dress is a simple, classic style. Cascade bouquets are most often seen in formal, traditional weddings.
* Hand-Tied Bouquets: To create a hand-tied bouquet, florists hold the stems and foliage in their hands and wrap them tightly around the center of the design. The bouquet is then finished off with a ribbon or by braiding the stems together. This is a more casual, open style of bouquet and makes the perfect bridal bouquet for open-air or garden weddings with an informal, friendly gathering feel.
* Nosegays: The name "nosegay" comes from the 14th century when they were used to hide unpleasant odors due to the infrequent bathing of the times,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots. Today they are sometimes also called tussie mussies. This bouquet is characterized by a rounded cluster of flowers that can vary in its formality. As a result, the nosegay is perfect for any wedding, from the formal to the casual.
* Contemporary Bouquets: These bouquets reflect an unconventional style and contain large flowers that add a sense of attitude and flair, such as calla lilies and orchids. They aren't designed with any geometric shape in mind, but are asymmetrical instead. These flowers are often used in stylish, cosmopolitan weddings.
The flowers Holmes and Cruise choose will very likely depend on the setting for their wedding. Celebrities seem particularly fond of grand outdoor locations with sweeping scenery. In that case and considering Holmes' youthful looks, an elegant hand-tied bouquet might be just the thing. However, if Cruise chooses an elaborate,and during the Roman Empire, attention-grabbing wedding in the manner of his pronouncement of his love for Holmes (remember the jumping on Oprah's couch incident?), the flowers might then reflect a more sophisticated and eye-catching style where a cascade bouquet would be perfect.
Whatever the case, this is one celebrity wedding that is sure to catch the eye and imagination of all brides-to-be. And, the best thing about it is that flowers are universal-you don't have to be a celebrity to have beautiful,make sure that you have properly informed the doctor so as not to violate existing policies., stylish, and trendy wedding flowers.
Although Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise haven't announced a date for their wedding yet, they are undoubtedly hard at work planning all the details of their nuptials, including the flowers. Flowers tend to follow fashion trends, and today there are no limits to what is considered appropriate for wedding and reception flowers. Holmes and Cruise will have styles ranging from the traditional to the new,using your feature eye shadow colour, trendy styles available to celebrities and all happy couples looking to make the big day reflect their personal style.
Of course, the wedding flowers that receive the most attention are those in the bride's bouquet. Traditional bouquets were formal and typically all white, but today's bride can opt for any number of styles. Here are four of the most popular styles:
* Cascade Bouquets: These bouquets are characterized by the flowers that flow down from the main cluster. Often these flowers are chosen to be the main feature of the bride's adornment and are perfect when the wedding dress is a simple, classic style. Cascade bouquets are most often seen in formal, traditional weddings.
* Hand-Tied Bouquets: To create a hand-tied bouquet, florists hold the stems and foliage in their hands and wrap them tightly around the center of the design. The bouquet is then finished off with a ribbon or by braiding the stems together. This is a more casual, open style of bouquet and makes the perfect bridal bouquet for open-air or garden weddings with an informal, friendly gathering feel.
* Nosegays: The name "nosegay" comes from the 14th century when they were used to hide unpleasant odors due to the infrequent bathing of the times,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots. Today they are sometimes also called tussie mussies. This bouquet is characterized by a rounded cluster of flowers that can vary in its formality. As a result, the nosegay is perfect for any wedding, from the formal to the casual.
* Contemporary Bouquets: These bouquets reflect an unconventional style and contain large flowers that add a sense of attitude and flair, such as calla lilies and orchids. They aren't designed with any geometric shape in mind, but are asymmetrical instead. These flowers are often used in stylish, cosmopolitan weddings.
The flowers Holmes and Cruise choose will very likely depend on the setting for their wedding. Celebrities seem particularly fond of grand outdoor locations with sweeping scenery. In that case and considering Holmes' youthful looks, an elegant hand-tied bouquet might be just the thing. However, if Cruise chooses an elaborate,and during the Roman Empire, attention-grabbing wedding in the manner of his pronouncement of his love for Holmes (remember the jumping on Oprah's couch incident?), the flowers might then reflect a more sophisticated and eye-catching style where a cascade bouquet would be perfect.
Whatever the case, this is one celebrity wedding that is sure to catch the eye and imagination of all brides-to-be. And, the best thing about it is that flowers are universal-you don't have to be a celebrity to have beautiful,make sure that you have properly informed the doctor so as not to violate existing policies., stylish, and trendy wedding flowers.
Friday, October 26, 2012
conscientiousness
The Perfect Medical Transcriptionist
As a medical language specialist, we are responsible for the accuracy and professionalism of the patient's medical report. Is there such a thing as the perfect MT? I say there is,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots, and as an owner of a several successful MT businesses, I can tell you exactly what employers like me are looking for.
When thinking of the perfect MT (medical transcriptionist) several things come to mind. First the MT should have the necessary medical knowledge needed to make sound judgment calls when the dictator misspeaks or gives a wrong word accidentally. A good transcriptionist knows the difference between aphasia and aphagia and when to use which term. In addition, many times the physician will dictate a surgery note on the right foot when, in the last sentence, accidentally says left foot. A good medical transcriptionist has been trained to catch that.
Good medical knowledge starts with a top rate MT school and the learning continues throughout the career of the MT. (That's why experienced MTs are usually preferred over new graduates, except in certain cases.) The transcriptionist should understand the physiology of the human body and know why body systems work the way they do. They must know the drug names, dosages, and usages for hundreds of medications. They will know when the drug is dictated as 50 mg that it is actually in 15 mg because 50 mg would be an overdose. They must know lab normals so as not to put a ridiculous number when this is what they hear the dictator saying. This is all necessary not only for the accuracy of the report, but ultimately for the safety of the patient whose report is being transcribed.
The perfect MT should have an excellent command of the English language. Not only must we know grammar and punctuation,"We're a perfect fit, but also our spelling should be exact. As healthcare becomes more and more competitive in today's world, the professionalism of reports is paramount in the specialist's mind as he endeavors to impress his colleagues with prompt, professional consultation reports. A report with no punctuation, spelling, or grammatical errors goes a long way in differentiating an excellent MT from an average one.
Now, for the remainder of the qualities of the perfect MT, put yourself in the service owner's shoes. What other attributes would you, as an owner, need from your people in order to make your business successful? It's a well-known fact that in addition to top-notch medical anatomy, physiology and terminology training, the perfect MT should have certain characteristics which cannot be learned. This being said, however, these characteristics are vital to the success of the transcription service and the transcriptionist's career.
The first characteristic which comes to mind is dependability old fashioned reliability. A good transcriptionist does what he/she says and says what he/she does. It does no good to hire an employee who comes from the best online school with a 4.0 grade average and perfect punctuation and grammar skills, if the employee does not turn her work in on time. Dependability is, in fact, so important that it is the #1 thing that service owners look for in a subcontractor or employee. I cannot tell you the number of times I have had a subcontractor take 2 hours' worth of dictation, only to find that barely 20 minutes of the work was actually transcribed,Cascading Elegance. This obviously leaves the service owner to scramble to get the work done urgently by another subcontractor (who already has their work for the day) and to have to explain to the client why the work was not turned in on time as promised. (Good communication requirements on the part of the service play a big part in solving these issues.) This affects the reputation of the service and could ultimately cost the service the contract.
In severe cases or in cases of contractual obligation, the client must be given a discount on the work that is late, leaving the service owner with little to no profit for that day's work and, more than likely, costing them money in the long run since the discount was in excess of the profit the owner would have made for the day. Therefore, a transcriptionist that keeps her word is worth her weight in gold.
Another characteristic equally important is that of attitude, yet another attribute that cannot be learned. How much more pleasant is it to work for someone who is appreciative of you, or even neutral, compared to someone that constantly complains, nitpicks, and whines? While transcriptionists are looking for good employers, good employers are also looking for transcriptionists with these attributes. A good attitude for an MT would consist of not complaining when the doctor dictates an extra few reports for the day (flexibility on the part of the transcriptionist), going the extra mile when the dictator asks for format changes (patience), and keeping the service informed of specific requests the dictator asks for (conscientiousness). A good transcriptionist will stay on an account for an extra few days after notice has been given, rather than leaving the service owner high and dry without someone on the account. A good transcriptionist will take constructive critique in a good manner and leave her ego behind. A good transcriptionist, therefore, works together with the service owner in almost what could be construed as a partnership, where each party does his best to help the other achieve their mutual goals. In this case, both the transcriptionist and the service owner work in synchronicity to serve the client, which ultimately serves the patient himself.
Another characteristic that comes to mind in a great transcriptionist is that of willingness to take on more than is necessary. So many times, employees will say something to the effect of that's not my job. A great transcriptionist will gladly jump in and do what is necessary to get the job done. Although not mandatory to do more than promised, service owners know that being able to call on someone who will help them in a pinch makes the MT more valuable than a co-worker who will not.
Of course, good transcription service owners realize that perfect MTs don't grow on trees. If you do your job well and have the characteristics mentioned above, you should expect top pay in your profession as well as a pleasant work environment. For the at-home transcriptionist, a pleasant work environment, in my opinion, would consist of few, if any, interruptions from the service owner, consistent work from the service (so as to guarantee a paycheck), and protection from cherrypickers (finicky transcriptionists who take the best work and skip over the harder, more difficult work.) I can think of at least a dozen more attributes that the service owner should possess, but that is best explained fully in a separate article.
The bottom line is in order to become more valuable to your employer (more valuable = better compensation,) begin to think like an owner. If you see an opportunity for improvement, mention it. If you can help out in emergencies, do so. Above all, never forget that a perfect transcriptionist begins with the proper training,2. Side swept Bangs. Adhering to these recommendations will ensure a transcriptionist that is happy, productive, and is making the income she deserves.
As a medical language specialist, we are responsible for the accuracy and professionalism of the patient's medical report. Is there such a thing as the perfect MT? I say there is,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots, and as an owner of a several successful MT businesses, I can tell you exactly what employers like me are looking for.
When thinking of the perfect MT (medical transcriptionist) several things come to mind. First the MT should have the necessary medical knowledge needed to make sound judgment calls when the dictator misspeaks or gives a wrong word accidentally. A good transcriptionist knows the difference between aphasia and aphagia and when to use which term. In addition, many times the physician will dictate a surgery note on the right foot when, in the last sentence, accidentally says left foot. A good medical transcriptionist has been trained to catch that.
Good medical knowledge starts with a top rate MT school and the learning continues throughout the career of the MT. (That's why experienced MTs are usually preferred over new graduates, except in certain cases.) The transcriptionist should understand the physiology of the human body and know why body systems work the way they do. They must know the drug names, dosages, and usages for hundreds of medications. They will know when the drug is dictated as 50 mg that it is actually in 15 mg because 50 mg would be an overdose. They must know lab normals so as not to put a ridiculous number when this is what they hear the dictator saying. This is all necessary not only for the accuracy of the report, but ultimately for the safety of the patient whose report is being transcribed.
The perfect MT should have an excellent command of the English language. Not only must we know grammar and punctuation,"We're a perfect fit, but also our spelling should be exact. As healthcare becomes more and more competitive in today's world, the professionalism of reports is paramount in the specialist's mind as he endeavors to impress his colleagues with prompt, professional consultation reports. A report with no punctuation, spelling, or grammatical errors goes a long way in differentiating an excellent MT from an average one.
Now, for the remainder of the qualities of the perfect MT, put yourself in the service owner's shoes. What other attributes would you, as an owner, need from your people in order to make your business successful? It's a well-known fact that in addition to top-notch medical anatomy, physiology and terminology training, the perfect MT should have certain characteristics which cannot be learned. This being said, however, these characteristics are vital to the success of the transcription service and the transcriptionist's career.
The first characteristic which comes to mind is dependability old fashioned reliability. A good transcriptionist does what he/she says and says what he/she does. It does no good to hire an employee who comes from the best online school with a 4.0 grade average and perfect punctuation and grammar skills, if the employee does not turn her work in on time. Dependability is, in fact, so important that it is the #1 thing that service owners look for in a subcontractor or employee. I cannot tell you the number of times I have had a subcontractor take 2 hours' worth of dictation, only to find that barely 20 minutes of the work was actually transcribed,Cascading Elegance. This obviously leaves the service owner to scramble to get the work done urgently by another subcontractor (who already has their work for the day) and to have to explain to the client why the work was not turned in on time as promised. (Good communication requirements on the part of the service play a big part in solving these issues.) This affects the reputation of the service and could ultimately cost the service the contract.
In severe cases or in cases of contractual obligation, the client must be given a discount on the work that is late, leaving the service owner with little to no profit for that day's work and, more than likely, costing them money in the long run since the discount was in excess of the profit the owner would have made for the day. Therefore, a transcriptionist that keeps her word is worth her weight in gold.
Another characteristic equally important is that of attitude, yet another attribute that cannot be learned. How much more pleasant is it to work for someone who is appreciative of you, or even neutral, compared to someone that constantly complains, nitpicks, and whines? While transcriptionists are looking for good employers, good employers are also looking for transcriptionists with these attributes. A good attitude for an MT would consist of not complaining when the doctor dictates an extra few reports for the day (flexibility on the part of the transcriptionist), going the extra mile when the dictator asks for format changes (patience), and keeping the service informed of specific requests the dictator asks for (conscientiousness). A good transcriptionist will stay on an account for an extra few days after notice has been given, rather than leaving the service owner high and dry without someone on the account. A good transcriptionist will take constructive critique in a good manner and leave her ego behind. A good transcriptionist, therefore, works together with the service owner in almost what could be construed as a partnership, where each party does his best to help the other achieve their mutual goals. In this case, both the transcriptionist and the service owner work in synchronicity to serve the client, which ultimately serves the patient himself.
Another characteristic that comes to mind in a great transcriptionist is that of willingness to take on more than is necessary. So many times, employees will say something to the effect of that's not my job. A great transcriptionist will gladly jump in and do what is necessary to get the job done. Although not mandatory to do more than promised, service owners know that being able to call on someone who will help them in a pinch makes the MT more valuable than a co-worker who will not.
Of course, good transcription service owners realize that perfect MTs don't grow on trees. If you do your job well and have the characteristics mentioned above, you should expect top pay in your profession as well as a pleasant work environment. For the at-home transcriptionist, a pleasant work environment, in my opinion, would consist of few, if any, interruptions from the service owner, consistent work from the service (so as to guarantee a paycheck), and protection from cherrypickers (finicky transcriptionists who take the best work and skip over the harder, more difficult work.) I can think of at least a dozen more attributes that the service owner should possess, but that is best explained fully in a separate article.
The bottom line is in order to become more valuable to your employer (more valuable = better compensation,) begin to think like an owner. If you see an opportunity for improvement, mention it. If you can help out in emergencies, do so. Above all, never forget that a perfect transcriptionist begins with the proper training,2. Side swept Bangs. Adhering to these recommendations will ensure a transcriptionist that is happy, productive, and is making the income she deserves.
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Every woman knows what jewelry pieces will fit her sense of style and compliment her looks
Create Your Own Treasures, Design Your Own Jewelry by Audrey Robinson
No matter how bad the economy gets, women will always appreciate and want beautiful jewelry. But do rising prices and lower incomes mean women have to do without? The answer is no. Making your own jewelry designs can be a cost effective and rewarding activity, and can lead to more opportunities later on.
Every woman knows what jewelry pieces will fit her sense of style and compliment her looks; but not everyone realizes how easy it is to make their own jewelry. It's strange how some people are willing to pay top dollar for something that they can just as easily make on their own, and that is more rewarding than just saving a few dollars.
Consider this: making your own jewelry designs and seeing them become a reality would be a very fulfilling experience, adding value to whatever you produce. Every compliment you receive would be a direct compliment to you, whether it's known that you made it yourself or not. Every time you give your jewelry as a present to someone,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots, it would be a special and priceless gift straight from your heart.
So where do you begin? The internet is filled with many resources for creating fabulous designs from beginner level beadwork to fancy silver filigree and exquisite precious stone pieces. However, since jewelry making involves specific technique, look for instructional videos that show jewelry making techniques at your level of expertise. Nothing is better than a good demo video.
There are several useful videos on YouTube and on other sites that would be helpful for your jewelry making projects. Also, ExpertVillage has uploaded their instructional videos on jewelry making on YouTube. Experience is said to be a great teacher but help from other sources is always a plus. It pays to listen to people who have experience and jewelry making is no exception.
Since a certain amount of skill is involved in producing quality pieces, before you invest in precious metals and stones, start slow and learn basic techniques before attempting the more ambitious projects. Check out your local craft stores for beads, wire, moulds, and other items that you'll need and that can be found at reasonable prices. You might also discover that some household tools will work almost as well as some specialized jewelry making tools.
Making your own jewelry requires a desire to create things of lasting beauty. If the love and desire is there, then the designs will keep coming and you'll eventually reach the stage when everyone you know will want one of your custom designs. This attitude, found in the love and desire in making custom jewelry, In fact, can also be applied to creating wealth in this poor economy of ours.
No matter how bad the economy gets, women will always appreciate and want beautiful jewelry. But do rising prices and lower incomes mean women have to do without? The answer is no. Making your own jewelry designs can be a cost effective and rewarding activity, and can lead to more opportunities later on.
Every woman knows what jewelry pieces will fit her sense of style and compliment her looks; but not everyone realizes how easy it is to make their own jewelry. It's strange how some people are willing to pay top dollar for something that they can just as easily make on their own, and that is more rewarding than just saving a few dollars.
Consider this: making your own jewelry designs and seeing them become a reality would be a very fulfilling experience, adding value to whatever you produce. Every compliment you receive would be a direct compliment to you, whether it's known that you made it yourself or not. Every time you give your jewelry as a present to someone,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots, it would be a special and priceless gift straight from your heart.
So where do you begin? The internet is filled with many resources for creating fabulous designs from beginner level beadwork to fancy silver filigree and exquisite precious stone pieces. However, since jewelry making involves specific technique, look for instructional videos that show jewelry making techniques at your level of expertise. Nothing is better than a good demo video.
There are several useful videos on YouTube and on other sites that would be helpful for your jewelry making projects. Also, ExpertVillage has uploaded their instructional videos on jewelry making on YouTube. Experience is said to be a great teacher but help from other sources is always a plus. It pays to listen to people who have experience and jewelry making is no exception.
Since a certain amount of skill is involved in producing quality pieces, before you invest in precious metals and stones, start slow and learn basic techniques before attempting the more ambitious projects. Check out your local craft stores for beads, wire, moulds, and other items that you'll need and that can be found at reasonable prices. You might also discover that some household tools will work almost as well as some specialized jewelry making tools.
Making your own jewelry requires a desire to create things of lasting beauty. If the love and desire is there, then the designs will keep coming and you'll eventually reach the stage when everyone you know will want one of your custom designs. This attitude, found in the love and desire in making custom jewelry, In fact, can also be applied to creating wealth in this poor economy of ours.
Tuesday, October 23, 2012
the birth control patch should be placed on another part of your skin
A Review of the Birth Control Patch by Morgan Hamilton
The birth control patch is a thin square patch that is adhered to the skin, it's very much resembles a common, everyday Band-Aid. It is adhered to the skin for one week and then discarded and replaced with a new one. Also, the birth control patch should be placed on another part of your skin, and not where it was before. This is done for a period of three weeks. The patch is not used on the fourth week as the woman has her period.
The birth control patch is very similar to birth control pills in that it contains hormones. The hormones are absorbed through the skin's epidermis and is absorbed into the blood stream. The purpose of the hormones is to regulate the reproductive system so that ovulation doesn't occur.
There are valid concerns about the birth control patch coming off while bathing or taking a swim. The patch is actually designed to be worn full-time even during activities where the body is wet or exerted. The manufacturers most certainly have taken this into account.
If the patch should ever happen to fall off then referred to the instructions that came with the medication. It will guide you and want the best course is to take, but understand that while it is off you are not under birth control.
The birth control patch is not a method of treating or preventing sexually transmitted diseases. It has one function and that is to stop pregnancy from happening. Abstinence and condoms are the only ways to effectively avoid STDs.
You should be aware that there are usually side effects involved in with contraception that transmits hormones. The birth control patch is no exception. A few of the side effects that can be expected may include weight gain, spotting in between periods, headaches and nausea. The birth control patch can also cause a small rash where it is placed on the skin. It really shouldn't be that big a deal other than perhaps being a little bit itchy. If you should experience and the side effects that concern you, then by all means consult your doctor immediately.
The birth control patch is a proven safe form of contraceptive, yet it isn't for everyone. When you do decide to talk to your doctor about birth control ask him or her what their opinion is on the birth control patch,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots. Your doctor will be able to tell you, based on information that you give him what your best options are.
The birth control patch is a thin square patch that is adhered to the skin, it's very much resembles a common, everyday Band-Aid. It is adhered to the skin for one week and then discarded and replaced with a new one. Also, the birth control patch should be placed on another part of your skin, and not where it was before. This is done for a period of three weeks. The patch is not used on the fourth week as the woman has her period.
The birth control patch is very similar to birth control pills in that it contains hormones. The hormones are absorbed through the skin's epidermis and is absorbed into the blood stream. The purpose of the hormones is to regulate the reproductive system so that ovulation doesn't occur.
There are valid concerns about the birth control patch coming off while bathing or taking a swim. The patch is actually designed to be worn full-time even during activities where the body is wet or exerted. The manufacturers most certainly have taken this into account.
If the patch should ever happen to fall off then referred to the instructions that came with the medication. It will guide you and want the best course is to take, but understand that while it is off you are not under birth control.
The birth control patch is not a method of treating or preventing sexually transmitted diseases. It has one function and that is to stop pregnancy from happening. Abstinence and condoms are the only ways to effectively avoid STDs.
You should be aware that there are usually side effects involved in with contraception that transmits hormones. The birth control patch is no exception. A few of the side effects that can be expected may include weight gain, spotting in between periods, headaches and nausea. The birth control patch can also cause a small rash where it is placed on the skin. It really shouldn't be that big a deal other than perhaps being a little bit itchy. If you should experience and the side effects that concern you, then by all means consult your doctor immediately.
The birth control patch is a proven safe form of contraceptive, yet it isn't for everyone. When you do decide to talk to your doctor about birth control ask him or her what their opinion is on the birth control patch,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots. Your doctor will be able to tell you, based on information that you give him what your best options are.
Sunday, October 21, 2012
Moonage Daydream
Moon Songs Vibrates Within You by Alma De La Cruz
Believe it or not! The Moon is one of the most sung about themes this century, from fairy romantic lyrics to funky darker ones in which talents like Pink Floyd's have printed their view of the moon from a different telescope sight.
From Gregorian chants to folk songs, and medieval ballads to carols, musicians and songwriters like Eric Clapton, Joni Mitchell and Neil Young have kept the bumped skin of the Moon inside the memory of lovers, nature followers, and even of astrologers.
The Moon, in Astrology, is the ruler of Cancer. The Moon represents our deepest personal needs, our basic habits and reactions, and our unconscious. Where the Sun acts, the Moon reacts; the Moon is our spontaneous and instinctual reactions. Imagine now how to put this into words... there you have lots of tunes & songs saved in original sheets and playable music formats.
The oldest recorded Moon song of this century and the most popularized of all Moon songs is Shine On Harvest Moon, written in 1903 by Nora Bayes and Jack Nortworth. And it is my due to place here a humble list of moon songs and its performers, all of them ranging the spheres of music such as New Age, Rock & Pop, Bluegrass & Country, Contemporary, and never forget the Oldies but Goodies.
MOON SONGS
Harvest Moon, by Neil Young.
Dancing On A White Moon,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots, by Tangerine Dream New Age moon song.
Blue Moon, originally written by Rodgers and Hart, and later recorded by Elvis Presly and Louis Armstrong.
The Moon Is Down, by Gentle Giant.
Blue Moon of Kentucky, by Bill Monroe.
Black Moon, Emerson Lake and Palmer.
It's Only a Paper Moon, by Arlen, Harburg, and Rose. Later by Leon Parker.
Monkberry Moon Delight, Sir Paul McCartney.
Moon Over Bourbon Street, by Sting.
Children Of The Moon, by Alan Parsons.
Dancin' In The Moonlight, by King Harvest.
Moonlight Feels Right.
Moondance, by Van Morrison.
Midnight Moonlight, and Missisippi Moon, by Greateful Dead.
Everyone's Gone To The Moon, Johnathan King.
Mountains of the Moon, and Picasso Moon, by Greateful Dead.
Carolina Moon.
Pink Moon.
Moonlight and Roses.
Standing On The Moon.
Moon River, by Henri Mancini.
The Whole Of The Moon.
Moonlight Bay.
Yellow Moon.
By The Light Of the Silver Moon.
Beautiful Moon of Kentucky.
Tubas In The Moonlight, by the Bonzo Dog Band.
Moonshadows, by Cat Stevens.
Moon Over Kentucky, by John Mankey and Ron Mael.
Song About the Moon, by Paul Simon.
Ticket To The Moon, by Electrick Light Orchestra.
Bad Side of the Moon, by Elton John and Bernie Taupin.
Heading For The Moon, by Cyndi Lauper, Stephen Broughton Lunt, and A. Stead.
There's A Moon In The Sky, by B-52's.
Moonage Daydream, by David Bowie.
Yuri-G, by PJ Harvey.
Believe it or not! The Moon is one of the most sung about themes this century, from fairy romantic lyrics to funky darker ones in which talents like Pink Floyd's have printed their view of the moon from a different telescope sight.
From Gregorian chants to folk songs, and medieval ballads to carols, musicians and songwriters like Eric Clapton, Joni Mitchell and Neil Young have kept the bumped skin of the Moon inside the memory of lovers, nature followers, and even of astrologers.
The Moon, in Astrology, is the ruler of Cancer. The Moon represents our deepest personal needs, our basic habits and reactions, and our unconscious. Where the Sun acts, the Moon reacts; the Moon is our spontaneous and instinctual reactions. Imagine now how to put this into words... there you have lots of tunes & songs saved in original sheets and playable music formats.
The oldest recorded Moon song of this century and the most popularized of all Moon songs is Shine On Harvest Moon, written in 1903 by Nora Bayes and Jack Nortworth. And it is my due to place here a humble list of moon songs and its performers, all of them ranging the spheres of music such as New Age, Rock & Pop, Bluegrass & Country, Contemporary, and never forget the Oldies but Goodies.
MOON SONGS
Harvest Moon, by Neil Young.
Dancing On A White Moon,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots, by Tangerine Dream New Age moon song.
Blue Moon, originally written by Rodgers and Hart, and later recorded by Elvis Presly and Louis Armstrong.
The Moon Is Down, by Gentle Giant.
Blue Moon of Kentucky, by Bill Monroe.
Black Moon, Emerson Lake and Palmer.
It's Only a Paper Moon, by Arlen, Harburg, and Rose. Later by Leon Parker.
Monkberry Moon Delight, Sir Paul McCartney.
Moon Over Bourbon Street, by Sting.
Children Of The Moon, by Alan Parsons.
Dancin' In The Moonlight, by King Harvest.
Moonlight Feels Right.
Moondance, by Van Morrison.
Midnight Moonlight, and Missisippi Moon, by Greateful Dead.
Everyone's Gone To The Moon, Johnathan King.
Mountains of the Moon, and Picasso Moon, by Greateful Dead.
Carolina Moon.
Pink Moon.
Moonlight and Roses.
Standing On The Moon.
Moon River, by Henri Mancini.
The Whole Of The Moon.
Moonlight Bay.
Yellow Moon.
By The Light Of the Silver Moon.
Beautiful Moon of Kentucky.
Tubas In The Moonlight, by the Bonzo Dog Band.
Moonshadows, by Cat Stevens.
Moon Over Kentucky, by John Mankey and Ron Mael.
Song About the Moon, by Paul Simon.
Ticket To The Moon, by Electrick Light Orchestra.
Bad Side of the Moon, by Elton John and Bernie Taupin.
Heading For The Moon, by Cyndi Lauper, Stephen Broughton Lunt, and A. Stead.
There's A Moon In The Sky, by B-52's.
Moonage Daydream, by David Bowie.
Yuri-G, by PJ Harvey.
Saturday, October 20, 2012
according to the Skeptical Inquirer
Health And Wellness Products
Health and wellness products will mean very different things to different people.
Wellness can be defined as 'the pursuit of a healthy, balanced lifestyle. For the benefit of this article, wellness products are being looked at in the context of 'over the counter drugs, health supplements and health remedies.
While for some people, wellness products might be viewed as an aid to recovery from illness, for others it might be a means of further enhancing some aspect of their current health. The variety of and uses for such products are as numerous as are the the definitions of wellness products or wellness programs, depending of course upon who is promoting them at any given time.
Whatever your reasons for pursuing alternative care health or health and wellness products, a common goal is to achieve optimised health and well-being.
There are powerful media images hailing the benefits and safety of many over the counter drugs, supplements and health and wellness products, every where you turn these days. They have equally strong claims of being the one and only miracle cure or solution for one ailment or another. How accurate are these claims though, and what are the real costs to you in monetary and health risk terms?
Immediately after reading this article, go take a look and do a quick add-up of the total cost of all the health and wellness products you currently have in stock. I'm sure the figure will surprise you just as much as learning about the very real and harmful side effects which can be caused by some of these drugs or supplements that are supposed to be contributing to your overall state of wellness.
You may also be surprised to know that many of the 'over the counter drugs you buy on a regular basis, simply treat the symptoms and not the real health issue. Needless to say, this approach of focusing on the symptom, side-steps the crucial requirement of getting to the root cause of your condition or whatever it is that ails you.
You're most likely to pursue a wellness product either because you are becoming wary of the adverse effects of chemically produced drugs or because you're keen to recover from ill-health and improve a specific health condition. In some instances it might be that you just want to optimise your current state of good health.
While some health and wellness products can be an effective measure toward improving your health, you should note that long-term use of certain over the counter drugs and some supplements can cause you more harm than good, with the long-term implications far outweighing any short-term benefits. You may well find that you are paying far too high a price on the basis of a mere quick fix promise.
For thousands of years, people in lands far and wide have used natural homemade remedies to manage their health conditions and wellness needs, without manufactured health and wellness products, that can be detrimental to health. They have purely relied upon attaining or maintaining health by plants or by other natural means. It could be argued that with the emergence of chemical and pharmacological methods, many forms of this natural means to health and wellness have declined. In fact, even by today's standards, there are many so-called under-developed countries where inhabitants' rely on nothing more than homemade health and wellness products, gained via natural methods of plants or plant-based extracts.
While conventional medicine relies on scientifically backed research to substantiate effectiveness and safety. In contrast, similar cannot be said about some alternative medicines or health and wellness products. There is no such requirement but their promotion as regard effectiveness are deemed sufficient in themselves as support for therapeutic or wellness claims.
Herbal remedies in general are harmless, however, certain claims being made by some health and wellness products promoters, (under the banner of being 'natural') can insinuate their health and wellness products being the exclusive answer to your health condition or wellness questions, thus putting you at great risk. Secondly, how open are they being about what's really inside? You should always consult your physician over any health concerns, as well as discussing with him/her your intention or choice of alternative means for treatment with any health and wellness product or remedy.
Multi-billion-dollar industries have long wealed their power by way of lobbying to gain exemption from FDA regulation. This has been exactly the case, according to the Skeptical Inquirer, who, on commenting on the 'dietary supplement industry, back in 1994, states - "Since then, these products have flooded the market, subject only to the scruples of their manufacturers".
The above point is an important one to note in that, while health and wellness products manufacturers may list ingredients and quantities being used in specific health and wellness products, there has been no real pressure on them to do so, or to do so accurately. Furthermore, neither has there been any watchdog body to ensure they are penalised for this failing.
So, what are the alternatives open to you? Increasingly, more and more people are turning to do-it-yourself health and wellness homemade herbal remedies. The distinct difference being that in making your own health and wellness products, you are in the driving seat. Not only do you have a full awareness of exactly what the ingredients are and the true quantities, but with the appropriate level of guidance from a reputable practitioner, you're more conversant with any health implications, if any.
With the right know-how, you too can draw on the old-fashioned yet effective sources to greatly improve your health. For instance, using naturally prepared herbs, vitamins, minerals and nutritional supplements, essential oils and flower essences to create real healing solutions that deal with particular health conditions rather than just the symptoms.
It is in the interest of a health and wellness product manufacturers to promote their products as being the only option open to you. They don't want you to know about the abundant natural resources and health-giving potent attributes of herbs and home remedies which have been used effectively for thousands of years. You see, these remedies cannot be patented because you can make them yourself and at a fraction of the cost.
Whether your goal is to overcome illness, drugs intolerance, allergies or just to optimise your already good health, with a little know-how, you can start making your own health and wellness products and remedies, using nothing more than the readily available natural resources in your home and garden. Not only will you save your hard earned cash, you also alleviate the risk of serious or harmful additives and side effects.
Are you interested in learning more about how you can treat numerous common ailments without the harsh side effects, using nothing but natural herbs, vitamins and nutrients you prepare yourself at home? For instance, did you know that placing yogurt on your face help to bring water from the deeper layers of your skin to the surface, moisturizing your skin for the rest of the day and hiding wrinkles?
Here are just a few more of the many quick and effective remedies you can learn to make:
1. Natural laxatives
2. Beauty recipes
3. Skin care and cleansing preparations such as acne treatment
4,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots. Herbal shampoos as well as how to treat hair loss,
5. Dermatitis
6. Menstrual Pain and PMS Symptoms
Health and wellness products will mean very different things to different people.
Wellness can be defined as 'the pursuit of a healthy, balanced lifestyle. For the benefit of this article, wellness products are being looked at in the context of 'over the counter drugs, health supplements and health remedies.
While for some people, wellness products might be viewed as an aid to recovery from illness, for others it might be a means of further enhancing some aspect of their current health. The variety of and uses for such products are as numerous as are the the definitions of wellness products or wellness programs, depending of course upon who is promoting them at any given time.
Whatever your reasons for pursuing alternative care health or health and wellness products, a common goal is to achieve optimised health and well-being.
There are powerful media images hailing the benefits and safety of many over the counter drugs, supplements and health and wellness products, every where you turn these days. They have equally strong claims of being the one and only miracle cure or solution for one ailment or another. How accurate are these claims though, and what are the real costs to you in monetary and health risk terms?
Immediately after reading this article, go take a look and do a quick add-up of the total cost of all the health and wellness products you currently have in stock. I'm sure the figure will surprise you just as much as learning about the very real and harmful side effects which can be caused by some of these drugs or supplements that are supposed to be contributing to your overall state of wellness.
You may also be surprised to know that many of the 'over the counter drugs you buy on a regular basis, simply treat the symptoms and not the real health issue. Needless to say, this approach of focusing on the symptom, side-steps the crucial requirement of getting to the root cause of your condition or whatever it is that ails you.
You're most likely to pursue a wellness product either because you are becoming wary of the adverse effects of chemically produced drugs or because you're keen to recover from ill-health and improve a specific health condition. In some instances it might be that you just want to optimise your current state of good health.
While some health and wellness products can be an effective measure toward improving your health, you should note that long-term use of certain over the counter drugs and some supplements can cause you more harm than good, with the long-term implications far outweighing any short-term benefits. You may well find that you are paying far too high a price on the basis of a mere quick fix promise.
For thousands of years, people in lands far and wide have used natural homemade remedies to manage their health conditions and wellness needs, without manufactured health and wellness products, that can be detrimental to health. They have purely relied upon attaining or maintaining health by plants or by other natural means. It could be argued that with the emergence of chemical and pharmacological methods, many forms of this natural means to health and wellness have declined. In fact, even by today's standards, there are many so-called under-developed countries where inhabitants' rely on nothing more than homemade health and wellness products, gained via natural methods of plants or plant-based extracts.
While conventional medicine relies on scientifically backed research to substantiate effectiveness and safety. In contrast, similar cannot be said about some alternative medicines or health and wellness products. There is no such requirement but their promotion as regard effectiveness are deemed sufficient in themselves as support for therapeutic or wellness claims.
Herbal remedies in general are harmless, however, certain claims being made by some health and wellness products promoters, (under the banner of being 'natural') can insinuate their health and wellness products being the exclusive answer to your health condition or wellness questions, thus putting you at great risk. Secondly, how open are they being about what's really inside? You should always consult your physician over any health concerns, as well as discussing with him/her your intention or choice of alternative means for treatment with any health and wellness product or remedy.
Multi-billion-dollar industries have long wealed their power by way of lobbying to gain exemption from FDA regulation. This has been exactly the case, according to the Skeptical Inquirer, who, on commenting on the 'dietary supplement industry, back in 1994, states - "Since then, these products have flooded the market, subject only to the scruples of their manufacturers".
The above point is an important one to note in that, while health and wellness products manufacturers may list ingredients and quantities being used in specific health and wellness products, there has been no real pressure on them to do so, or to do so accurately. Furthermore, neither has there been any watchdog body to ensure they are penalised for this failing.
So, what are the alternatives open to you? Increasingly, more and more people are turning to do-it-yourself health and wellness homemade herbal remedies. The distinct difference being that in making your own health and wellness products, you are in the driving seat. Not only do you have a full awareness of exactly what the ingredients are and the true quantities, but with the appropriate level of guidance from a reputable practitioner, you're more conversant with any health implications, if any.
With the right know-how, you too can draw on the old-fashioned yet effective sources to greatly improve your health. For instance, using naturally prepared herbs, vitamins, minerals and nutritional supplements, essential oils and flower essences to create real healing solutions that deal with particular health conditions rather than just the symptoms.
It is in the interest of a health and wellness product manufacturers to promote their products as being the only option open to you. They don't want you to know about the abundant natural resources and health-giving potent attributes of herbs and home remedies which have been used effectively for thousands of years. You see, these remedies cannot be patented because you can make them yourself and at a fraction of the cost.
Whether your goal is to overcome illness, drugs intolerance, allergies or just to optimise your already good health, with a little know-how, you can start making your own health and wellness products and remedies, using nothing more than the readily available natural resources in your home and garden. Not only will you save your hard earned cash, you also alleviate the risk of serious or harmful additives and side effects.
Are you interested in learning more about how you can treat numerous common ailments without the harsh side effects, using nothing but natural herbs, vitamins and nutrients you prepare yourself at home? For instance, did you know that placing yogurt on your face help to bring water from the deeper layers of your skin to the surface, moisturizing your skin for the rest of the day and hiding wrinkles?
Here are just a few more of the many quick and effective remedies you can learn to make:
1. Natural laxatives
2. Beauty recipes
3. Skin care and cleansing preparations such as acne treatment
4,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots. Herbal shampoos as well as how to treat hair loss,
5. Dermatitis
6. Menstrual Pain and PMS Symptoms
Thursday, October 18, 2012
Is it right for you to treat your menopause with bioidentical hormones
Menopause and Bioidentical Hormones,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots
Can menopause symptoms be safely comforted with bioidentical hormones?
Recent research suggests that menopause can be treated with bioidentical hormones, a natural replacement for a woman's body, with no reported side effects.
In the past, menopause has been treated like a disease - primarily with Hormone Replacement Therapy or HRT (including Premarin, which is made from pregnant mare's urine, Prempro and Provera), which meant ingesting synthetic chemicals on a regular basis. Now we know that these drugs are causing the very problems we're trying to avoid including breast cancer and heart attacks.
Bioidentical means the hormone molecule in the product, for example progesterone cream, acts exactly like the molecules produced by the female body. They function in your body in a natural and normal way unlike synthetic chemicals. A natural hormone is really a compound synthesized in the lab from a natural source (such as soybeans used for estrogens and testosterone; or wild Mexican yam in the case of progesterone and sometimes testosterone).
Synthetic hormones are typically only available in oral form, but bioidentical hormones come in a variety of delivery systems such as oral, transdermal patch, cream, lotion or sublingual drops. Bioidentical hormones recently caught mainstream attention in part because of Suzanne Somer's new book, The Sexy Years
Typically a successful approach to dealing with a woman's menopausal symptoms is to begin with laboratory tests of hormone levels called a hormone panel. The doctor can then prescribe a precise dosage of bioidentical estrogens, testosterone or DHEA that can be made for you at a Compounding Pharmacy This is contrary to HRT treatments that are typically one size fits all.
Most doctors prescribing bioidentical hormones find that a large percentage of women find some relief by using medical-grade supplements, over-the-counter bioidentical progesterone, and dietary and lifestyle changes (including the proper nutrition and exercise). And, for the percentage of women who need a little more help, most doctors don't support the idea that bioidentical hormones should be used indefinitely as some kind of fountain of youth.
Is it right for you to treat your menopause with bioidentical hormones? First you need to Consult with a Doctor to get the right answer for you. Once you know what you need, your doctor and you can work out the best alternative for your body.
Anti-Aging Directory, Answers All Your Questions About Bioidentical Hormones and Nutrition
The information in this article is for educational purposes only, and is not intended as medical advice.
Can menopause symptoms be safely comforted with bioidentical hormones?
Recent research suggests that menopause can be treated with bioidentical hormones, a natural replacement for a woman's body, with no reported side effects.
In the past, menopause has been treated like a disease - primarily with Hormone Replacement Therapy or HRT (including Premarin, which is made from pregnant mare's urine, Prempro and Provera), which meant ingesting synthetic chemicals on a regular basis. Now we know that these drugs are causing the very problems we're trying to avoid including breast cancer and heart attacks.
Bioidentical means the hormone molecule in the product, for example progesterone cream, acts exactly like the molecules produced by the female body. They function in your body in a natural and normal way unlike synthetic chemicals. A natural hormone is really a compound synthesized in the lab from a natural source (such as soybeans used for estrogens and testosterone; or wild Mexican yam in the case of progesterone and sometimes testosterone).
Synthetic hormones are typically only available in oral form, but bioidentical hormones come in a variety of delivery systems such as oral, transdermal patch, cream, lotion or sublingual drops. Bioidentical hormones recently caught mainstream attention in part because of Suzanne Somer's new book, The Sexy Years
Typically a successful approach to dealing with a woman's menopausal symptoms is to begin with laboratory tests of hormone levels called a hormone panel. The doctor can then prescribe a precise dosage of bioidentical estrogens, testosterone or DHEA that can be made for you at a Compounding Pharmacy This is contrary to HRT treatments that are typically one size fits all.
Most doctors prescribing bioidentical hormones find that a large percentage of women find some relief by using medical-grade supplements, over-the-counter bioidentical progesterone, and dietary and lifestyle changes (including the proper nutrition and exercise). And, for the percentage of women who need a little more help, most doctors don't support the idea that bioidentical hormones should be used indefinitely as some kind of fountain of youth.
Is it right for you to treat your menopause with bioidentical hormones? First you need to Consult with a Doctor to get the right answer for you. Once you know what you need, your doctor and you can work out the best alternative for your body.
Anti-Aging Directory, Answers All Your Questions About Bioidentical Hormones and Nutrition
The information in this article is for educational purposes only, and is not intended as medical advice.
ORGANIZATION
Mrs
As a mom you are well aware of the countless things you need to get done on a daily basis, therefore working from home can be a challenge. There are a few key factors that will assist you in doing just what you need to accomplish all your daily tasks. A few of the issues that are most important are DETERMINATION & GOALS, ORGANIZATION, PRIORITIES AND SCHEDULING.
Determination & Goals:
If you are determined to make an income from home, you can do it. If you are going to be wishy-washy about it then it won't work. Do work you enjoy. It makes it a lot easier to want to work.
Set a goal for yourself whether it is to start or build a savings or save for something special that you have always wanted. Give yourself an incentive to work.
Get and Stay Organized:
Believe me, with clutter around it's hard to work. If you don't know where your paperwork is to work on a project you'll like not bother looking for it and just not work. Keep your work area as clean as you can. I know it can be hard. My desk is in the middle of the house so everything gets put on it. So daily I take a few minutes to clear it off before I get set to work. You don't need an office to set up a mini office just a corner or a small area you can have just for your things. I file all my papers in one drawer, have a binder for paperwork for each company I work for and I make myself keep everything up to date. If you are working off a table and don't have storage then perhaps a file folder box or expandable folder would work for you. They don't take up much space and can be placed under a table so as to not be intrusive. Stay focused on what you need to do.
Priorities:
If your children aren't of school age yet like mine, they are your first priority as are mine. They are, after all the reason for wanting to work at home. Get them up and ready for the day early. Get them settled and then begin your list for the day. You can either have a calendar on your desk in which you can write in your daily activities or just grab a notebook and make your daily list. This can be done in the morning or even the day or evening before. Start your daily task list off with the most important tasks you need to do. Leave the least important tasks at the bottom.
Scheduling/Flexability:
Now this can be hard for most moms, as things come up daily that are unexpected,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots. Make sure in your schedule you give yourself time to spend with your kids, either going for a quick walk or just playing together. Allow yourself some room for flexibility for those unexpected happenings and take a few minutes just for you as this will help regenerate you. A strict schedule is hard to keep and can become frustrating. Some work at home jobs such as call center work or customer service you are required to schedule your work hours so that will assist you in scheduling your other activities around it. Some positions such as document coding allow for a bit more flexibility in your work schedule. But whatever type of work you do, do it wholeheartedly. You will succeed.
As a mom you are well aware of the countless things you need to get done on a daily basis, therefore working from home can be a challenge. There are a few key factors that will assist you in doing just what you need to accomplish all your daily tasks. A few of the issues that are most important are DETERMINATION & GOALS, ORGANIZATION, PRIORITIES AND SCHEDULING.
Determination & Goals:
If you are determined to make an income from home, you can do it. If you are going to be wishy-washy about it then it won't work. Do work you enjoy. It makes it a lot easier to want to work.
Set a goal for yourself whether it is to start or build a savings or save for something special that you have always wanted. Give yourself an incentive to work.
Get and Stay Organized:
Believe me, with clutter around it's hard to work. If you don't know where your paperwork is to work on a project you'll like not bother looking for it and just not work. Keep your work area as clean as you can. I know it can be hard. My desk is in the middle of the house so everything gets put on it. So daily I take a few minutes to clear it off before I get set to work. You don't need an office to set up a mini office just a corner or a small area you can have just for your things. I file all my papers in one drawer, have a binder for paperwork for each company I work for and I make myself keep everything up to date. If you are working off a table and don't have storage then perhaps a file folder box or expandable folder would work for you. They don't take up much space and can be placed under a table so as to not be intrusive. Stay focused on what you need to do.
Priorities:
If your children aren't of school age yet like mine, they are your first priority as are mine. They are, after all the reason for wanting to work at home. Get them up and ready for the day early. Get them settled and then begin your list for the day. You can either have a calendar on your desk in which you can write in your daily activities or just grab a notebook and make your daily list. This can be done in the morning or even the day or evening before. Start your daily task list off with the most important tasks you need to do. Leave the least important tasks at the bottom.
Scheduling/Flexability:
Now this can be hard for most moms, as things come up daily that are unexpected,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots. Make sure in your schedule you give yourself time to spend with your kids, either going for a quick walk or just playing together. Allow yourself some room for flexibility for those unexpected happenings and take a few minutes just for you as this will help regenerate you. A strict schedule is hard to keep and can become frustrating. Some work at home jobs such as call center work or customer service you are required to schedule your work hours so that will assist you in scheduling your other activities around it. Some positions such as document coding allow for a bit more flexibility in your work schedule. But whatever type of work you do, do it wholeheartedly. You will succeed.
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
over the continuation or not of the fetus within her body.
The Abortion Debate by James Pendergraft
The debate over abortion is one of the most controversial topics in the US today.
What are the issues?
In this debate, the rights of the mother are pitted against the rights of the fetus. The issue has broadly combined two conflicting stances, the pro-choice and the pro-life positions. These vastly differing viewpoints revolve round legal as well as moral considerations. There is another more pragmatist view, more blended, that says abortions should be prohibited, with exceptions made for specific cases.
The advocates of the Pro-choice stand emphasize the woman's right to decide whether she will terminate her pregnancy or not and when it should be done. According to this view, a woman should be allowed to have total control over her body and by extension of this, over the continuation or not of the fetus within her body.
According to the Pro-life advocates, life begins at the time of conception, and termination of the pregnancy after the embryo has been formed is considered murder.
Supreme Court ruling
An underlying, significant legal debate is raging in the US. There was a landmark Supreme Court ruling over Roe v. Wade in 1973, which continues to be relevant to this day. The Court had voted 7-2 and overturned the state laws that banned abortion. The Justices had concluded that those laws violated woman's constitutional right over privacy. After this judgment, the moral debate took on political implications.
Other viewpoints
There are other viewpoints on the issue besides the pro life and pro choice positions. For instance, there are some pro choice supporters who believe that abortions later than the second trimester are not morally permissible. In the same way, some pro-life supporters think abortions should be allowed in extreme cases such as incest or rape. Approximately, 2% of pregnancies are result of those atrocities.
But the debate over abortion brings to the forefront a much bigger question: When should the government intervene in the personal lives of citizens, and when should it avoid such intervention?
Issues within the Bigger Debate
Within the larger debate, the two other pressing questions are should partial birth' abortions become legal, and should first trimester abortions be allowed to remain legal? Partial birth' refers to the procedure in which the intact fetus is surgically removed from the uterus through the cervix, with the help of the intact dilation & extraction' process.
In the mid 1990's, the Republicans had introduced legislations which banned partial birth' abortions. In 2003, President George Bush signed the Partial Birth Abortion Ban Act' which had been passed by the Congress.
The partial birth' abortion law had been held unconstitutional by the Supreme Court because it withheld a doctor from conducting the procedure even when it was the only method available to preserve the health (or life) of the mother.
In 2004, the US District Court Judge ruled against the federal statute, on one of the grounds that the law did not have provisions required for preserving a woman's health. It is now expected that the case will be appealed to in the Supreme Court,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots.
In 2007 Carhart vs. Gonzales was decided by the Supreme Court which states that performing a partial birth abortion is illegal. Due to the inhumane way that the procedure takes place was the reason for the outlawing of the procedure, in which it was declared that the Dilatation and Evacuation (D&E) procedure though it consists of removing tissue and limbs of the fetus from inside the uterus more acceptable though there was data presented that showed that the D&X was safer than the D&E procedure to the mother. Clearly the Supreme Court was concerned more of protection of the fetus than maternal safety.
The debate over abortion is one of the most controversial topics in the US today.
What are the issues?
In this debate, the rights of the mother are pitted against the rights of the fetus. The issue has broadly combined two conflicting stances, the pro-choice and the pro-life positions. These vastly differing viewpoints revolve round legal as well as moral considerations. There is another more pragmatist view, more blended, that says abortions should be prohibited, with exceptions made for specific cases.
The advocates of the Pro-choice stand emphasize the woman's right to decide whether she will terminate her pregnancy or not and when it should be done. According to this view, a woman should be allowed to have total control over her body and by extension of this, over the continuation or not of the fetus within her body.
According to the Pro-life advocates, life begins at the time of conception, and termination of the pregnancy after the embryo has been formed is considered murder.
Supreme Court ruling
An underlying, significant legal debate is raging in the US. There was a landmark Supreme Court ruling over Roe v. Wade in 1973, which continues to be relevant to this day. The Court had voted 7-2 and overturned the state laws that banned abortion. The Justices had concluded that those laws violated woman's constitutional right over privacy. After this judgment, the moral debate took on political implications.
Other viewpoints
There are other viewpoints on the issue besides the pro life and pro choice positions. For instance, there are some pro choice supporters who believe that abortions later than the second trimester are not morally permissible. In the same way, some pro-life supporters think abortions should be allowed in extreme cases such as incest or rape. Approximately, 2% of pregnancies are result of those atrocities.
But the debate over abortion brings to the forefront a much bigger question: When should the government intervene in the personal lives of citizens, and when should it avoid such intervention?
Issues within the Bigger Debate
Within the larger debate, the two other pressing questions are should partial birth' abortions become legal, and should first trimester abortions be allowed to remain legal? Partial birth' refers to the procedure in which the intact fetus is surgically removed from the uterus through the cervix, with the help of the intact dilation & extraction' process.
In the mid 1990's, the Republicans had introduced legislations which banned partial birth' abortions. In 2003, President George Bush signed the Partial Birth Abortion Ban Act' which had been passed by the Congress.
The partial birth' abortion law had been held unconstitutional by the Supreme Court because it withheld a doctor from conducting the procedure even when it was the only method available to preserve the health (or life) of the mother.
In 2004, the US District Court Judge ruled against the federal statute, on one of the grounds that the law did not have provisions required for preserving a woman's health. It is now expected that the case will be appealed to in the Supreme Court,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots.
In 2007 Carhart vs. Gonzales was decided by the Supreme Court which states that performing a partial birth abortion is illegal. Due to the inhumane way that the procedure takes place was the reason for the outlawing of the procedure, in which it was declared that the Dilatation and Evacuation (D&E) procedure though it consists of removing tissue and limbs of the fetus from inside the uterus more acceptable though there was data presented that showed that the D&X was safer than the D&E procedure to the mother. Clearly the Supreme Court was concerned more of protection of the fetus than maternal safety.
Tuesday, October 16, 2012
business cards
Leather Wallets
"When terrorists crashed into the World Trade Center, many people evacuated quickly. In his haste to leave his 32nd-floor office in the North Tower, Terrence McCormick, branch marketing director for Kemper Insurance, left behind his suit jacket with his wallet. After a harrowing descent down the stairs and getting covered by dust from the collapse of the South Tower, McCormick walked seven miles through Brooklyn to a point where he could catch a bus home. Some days later, the police discovered his wallet in the debris and returned it to Mr. McCormick. His wallet was complete with its contents intact."
Needless to say, it was a leather wallet. McCormick donated it to the Smithsonian, where it now resides as part of the 9/11 collection.
A little history
Prior to 1700, purses (for both genders, in the form of simple drawstring leather pouches) were used for storing coins. But it was the introduction of paper currency to the West in the 1700s that led to the development of the wallet. (The first paper currency came to the New World by way of the Massachusetts Bay Colony's printing it in 1690.) Early wallets were made primarily of cow or horse leather and included a small pouch for printed calling cards.
Wallets became more standardized in the early 1950s with the advent of the first credit cards. Today wallet design has exploded into myriad shapes, designs, and colors from dozens of designers.
Durable, Functional, Stylish
Your new leather wallet will be an investment in durability,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots. If you ever tried any other material, such as canvas or vinyl, you know how quickly they can disintegrate after just normal wear and tear,Hirutism can also be hereditary. Leather will stay with you long enough to become a friend.
Choose from many configurations.
Bi-fold Wallets: With one fold, these wallets are easy to open and organize. Look for credit card slots and enough space to hold currency. Some models have zippered pockets to keep small valuables safe, along with removable ID holders.
Billfolds: Sleek versions of the bi-fold wallet, billfolds generally hold currency and credit cards, along with sometimes having special security compartments and flip-out ID holders.
Breast Pocket Wallets: These wallets,Do you get yourself having difficulties to overcome infertility every time you having intercourse, resembling billfolds, stand straight and lean. Look for space to hold important documents.
Checkbook Wallets: For the all-in-one wallet, choose one that accommodates credit cards, money and your checkbook. Some even have space for business cards.
Front Pocket Wallets: Made especially for the front pants pocket, these wallets are slimmer and designed to help keep the rear view looking trim and smooth. An added bonus is they're more difficult to steal, frustrating pick-pockets the world over.
ID Wallets: For when you're on the go and know you'll be whipping out your wallet frequently, try this model that often flips open to a clear vinyl ID window on the interior making identification easily accessible.
Money Clip Wallets: Smaller and lightweight, these wallets keep the currency on the outside. Look for credit card slots and a sturdy clip.
Tri-fold Wallets: These more substantial models open up in three sections, including space for photos, business cards, credit cards, currency, you name it,so I find I do best by only oiling the last few inches. If I do much more.
Weekend Wallets: With its external ID window, this ready-to-go wallet is great for the weekend warrior. Look for a safe place for currency and credit cards.
Leather always the best choice
No matter what style you pick, leather is the best choice of material. Thin, lightweight and durable, leather also conforms over time to the contours of where you put it. A beautifully crafted leather wallet will last you for years, and become an essential part of your day-to-day.
As Mother used to say, "Choose your friends wisely." For your new best friend in the wallet arena, choose leather.
"When terrorists crashed into the World Trade Center, many people evacuated quickly. In his haste to leave his 32nd-floor office in the North Tower, Terrence McCormick, branch marketing director for Kemper Insurance, left behind his suit jacket with his wallet. After a harrowing descent down the stairs and getting covered by dust from the collapse of the South Tower, McCormick walked seven miles through Brooklyn to a point where he could catch a bus home. Some days later, the police discovered his wallet in the debris and returned it to Mr. McCormick. His wallet was complete with its contents intact."
Needless to say, it was a leather wallet. McCormick donated it to the Smithsonian, where it now resides as part of the 9/11 collection.
A little history
Prior to 1700, purses (for both genders, in the form of simple drawstring leather pouches) were used for storing coins. But it was the introduction of paper currency to the West in the 1700s that led to the development of the wallet. (The first paper currency came to the New World by way of the Massachusetts Bay Colony's printing it in 1690.) Early wallets were made primarily of cow or horse leather and included a small pouch for printed calling cards.
Wallets became more standardized in the early 1950s with the advent of the first credit cards. Today wallet design has exploded into myriad shapes, designs, and colors from dozens of designers.
Durable, Functional, Stylish
Your new leather wallet will be an investment in durability,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots. If you ever tried any other material, such as canvas or vinyl, you know how quickly they can disintegrate after just normal wear and tear,Hirutism can also be hereditary. Leather will stay with you long enough to become a friend.
Choose from many configurations.
Bi-fold Wallets: With one fold, these wallets are easy to open and organize. Look for credit card slots and enough space to hold currency. Some models have zippered pockets to keep small valuables safe, along with removable ID holders.
Billfolds: Sleek versions of the bi-fold wallet, billfolds generally hold currency and credit cards, along with sometimes having special security compartments and flip-out ID holders.
Breast Pocket Wallets: These wallets,Do you get yourself having difficulties to overcome infertility every time you having intercourse, resembling billfolds, stand straight and lean. Look for space to hold important documents.
Checkbook Wallets: For the all-in-one wallet, choose one that accommodates credit cards, money and your checkbook. Some even have space for business cards.
Front Pocket Wallets: Made especially for the front pants pocket, these wallets are slimmer and designed to help keep the rear view looking trim and smooth. An added bonus is they're more difficult to steal, frustrating pick-pockets the world over.
ID Wallets: For when you're on the go and know you'll be whipping out your wallet frequently, try this model that often flips open to a clear vinyl ID window on the interior making identification easily accessible.
Money Clip Wallets: Smaller and lightweight, these wallets keep the currency on the outside. Look for credit card slots and a sturdy clip.
Tri-fold Wallets: These more substantial models open up in three sections, including space for photos, business cards, credit cards, currency, you name it,so I find I do best by only oiling the last few inches. If I do much more.
Weekend Wallets: With its external ID window, this ready-to-go wallet is great for the weekend warrior. Look for a safe place for currency and credit cards.
Leather always the best choice
No matter what style you pick, leather is the best choice of material. Thin, lightweight and durable, leather also conforms over time to the contours of where you put it. A beautifully crafted leather wallet will last you for years, and become an essential part of your day-to-day.
As Mother used to say, "Choose your friends wisely." For your new best friend in the wallet arena, choose leather.
Sunday, October 14, 2012
including Daughters
A Beauty Bar, Not A Soap by Deirdre Gonzalez
Unilever is one of the most successful multinational company in the industry today. The company owns many of the world's most popular consumer product brands, particularly in foods, beverages, cleaning agents and personal care products. Currently, owns more than 400 brands as a result of acquisitions, however, the company focuses on what are called the "billion-dollar brands", 13 brands which each achieve annual sales in excess of €1 billion. And one of these brands is the popular Dove soaps.
Dove is one of the most popular soaps recognized around the world today, including in the Philippines. According to dove philippines, the soap has become one of the most popular brands of some domestically,Bridal Shower Tips by Yolanda Nash, but not because of its competition with other popular brands of soap,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots. Dove became popular in the Philippines the same way it has been from other countries. Dove is known not only as a bar of soap, but also a beauty bar.
According to dove philippines and the makers of Dove, the brand of soap has always been positioned in the market without referring to it as "soap", but as a "beauty bar" with one-fourth cleansing cream. They stress its moisturizing of skin while washing in contrast to the drying effects of regular soaps (which their advertising calls simply "soap").
This marketing campaign started when a Pennsylvania dermatologist showed in a study done in 1979 that Dove dried and irritated skin significantly less than ordinary soaps. As a result of this study,removes age spots and freckles, Unilever started aggressive marketing and won more than 24% of the market by 2003. Today, Dove has also been known for its other campaigns aside from skin care themed advertisements. One of the most popular is the Dove Self-Esteem Fund.
Dove started the Dove Self-Esteem Fund in 2006 which purports to be "an agent of change to educate and inspire girls on a wider definition of beauty and to make them feel more confident about themselves". To this end, Dove have created a number of largely online-only short films, including Daughters (which also aired in a 75-second spot during the Super Bowl XL), Evolution (which won two awards at the Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival), Onslaught,you will ensure that your hair stays healthier., and Amy.
According to dove philippines, Dove is still one of today's most popular and best-selling brand of soap uniquely used to care for the skin. Although the competition from other popular brands has become intense, particularly in today's market, Unilever is confident that their Billion-Euro brand Dove will still come on top of the market.
For more information visit to our site at
Unilever is one of the most successful multinational company in the industry today. The company owns many of the world's most popular consumer product brands, particularly in foods, beverages, cleaning agents and personal care products. Currently, owns more than 400 brands as a result of acquisitions, however, the company focuses on what are called the "billion-dollar brands", 13 brands which each achieve annual sales in excess of €1 billion. And one of these brands is the popular Dove soaps.
Dove is one of the most popular soaps recognized around the world today, including in the Philippines. According to dove philippines, the soap has become one of the most popular brands of some domestically,Bridal Shower Tips by Yolanda Nash, but not because of its competition with other popular brands of soap,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots. Dove became popular in the Philippines the same way it has been from other countries. Dove is known not only as a bar of soap, but also a beauty bar.
According to dove philippines and the makers of Dove, the brand of soap has always been positioned in the market without referring to it as "soap", but as a "beauty bar" with one-fourth cleansing cream. They stress its moisturizing of skin while washing in contrast to the drying effects of regular soaps (which their advertising calls simply "soap").
This marketing campaign started when a Pennsylvania dermatologist showed in a study done in 1979 that Dove dried and irritated skin significantly less than ordinary soaps. As a result of this study,removes age spots and freckles, Unilever started aggressive marketing and won more than 24% of the market by 2003. Today, Dove has also been known for its other campaigns aside from skin care themed advertisements. One of the most popular is the Dove Self-Esteem Fund.
Dove started the Dove Self-Esteem Fund in 2006 which purports to be "an agent of change to educate and inspire girls on a wider definition of beauty and to make them feel more confident about themselves". To this end, Dove have created a number of largely online-only short films, including Daughters (which also aired in a 75-second spot during the Super Bowl XL), Evolution (which won two awards at the Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival), Onslaught,you will ensure that your hair stays healthier., and Amy.
According to dove philippines, Dove is still one of today's most popular and best-selling brand of soap uniquely used to care for the skin. Although the competition from other popular brands has become intense, particularly in today's market, Unilever is confident that their Billion-Euro brand Dove will still come on top of the market.
For more information visit to our site at
Saturday, October 13, 2012
and French verbena.
Creed Fragrances: Live Like The Rich And Famous by Cathy Peterson
In a world where new fragrances pop up seemingly every day from people who were born in the 80's (like Britney Spears and Jessica Simpson), wearing a fragrance bearing the name of the family who has made it since before you were born, since before the United States was born, in fact, can be a serious statement of refinement and maturity. It also puts you in a pretty select group. Perfume company Creed was founded in 1760 in England and about one hundred years later moved to Paris, where it is still headquartered today. Creed has designed fragrances for royalty and celebrity alike. Creed's fragrances are still mixed by hand, and contain more natural ingredients than any other French perfume house. They have created over two hundred original fragrances. While Olivier Creed, the sixth generation, is now at the helm, his son and daughter both work in the business as well, which promises to stay in the family for the foreseeable future,Looking Gorgeous Wearing Trina Turk by Sidney Bauer. Olivier travels the world to find the choicest (and often most expensive) of ingredients.
The oldest fragrance still in Creed's lineup (they currently produce 48 different scents) is Royal English Leather, which was created for King George III of England. You probably remember him as the guy against whom we fought the Revolutionary War.
One of Creed's fragrances, Fleurissimo, was designed for Grace Kelly as a wedding present at the behest of her groom, Prince Rainier III of Monaco. A floral scent, it combines Bulgarian rose,Pearls are the stone of June. A pearl's value is based on its color, tuberose, violet, and Florentine iris. Kelly and the prince were married in 1956, and the fragrance endures today, a textbook definition of a classic. It was also a favorite of American icons Jackie Kennedy Onassis and Madonna.
Originally designed for Cary Grant and now worn by the likes of Clint Eastwood and George Clooney, as well as some women,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots, Creed's Green Irish Tweed is spicier, but with some of the same notes as Fleurissimo, such as Florentine iris and violet. It also adds sandalwood, ambergris, and French verbena,Hair is the richest ornament of women said Martin Luther.
The house of Creed has not rested on its laurels in recent past, though. Current Master perfumer Olivier Creed created Silver Mountain Water, inspired by the French mountains. Departing from more famous muses, Creed designed this fragrance for himself, though it is a unisex cologne. Its predominant scents are green tea and black currant. It is worn by British soccer star David Beckham, while his wife Victoria, formerly of the Spice Girls, prefers Creed's Royal Water.
In a world where new fragrances pop up seemingly every day from people who were born in the 80's (like Britney Spears and Jessica Simpson), wearing a fragrance bearing the name of the family who has made it since before you were born, since before the United States was born, in fact, can be a serious statement of refinement and maturity. It also puts you in a pretty select group. Perfume company Creed was founded in 1760 in England and about one hundred years later moved to Paris, where it is still headquartered today. Creed has designed fragrances for royalty and celebrity alike. Creed's fragrances are still mixed by hand, and contain more natural ingredients than any other French perfume house. They have created over two hundred original fragrances. While Olivier Creed, the sixth generation, is now at the helm, his son and daughter both work in the business as well, which promises to stay in the family for the foreseeable future,Looking Gorgeous Wearing Trina Turk by Sidney Bauer. Olivier travels the world to find the choicest (and often most expensive) of ingredients.
The oldest fragrance still in Creed's lineup (they currently produce 48 different scents) is Royal English Leather, which was created for King George III of England. You probably remember him as the guy against whom we fought the Revolutionary War.
One of Creed's fragrances, Fleurissimo, was designed for Grace Kelly as a wedding present at the behest of her groom, Prince Rainier III of Monaco. A floral scent, it combines Bulgarian rose,Pearls are the stone of June. A pearl's value is based on its color, tuberose, violet, and Florentine iris. Kelly and the prince were married in 1956, and the fragrance endures today, a textbook definition of a classic. It was also a favorite of American icons Jackie Kennedy Onassis and Madonna.
Originally designed for Cary Grant and now worn by the likes of Clint Eastwood and George Clooney, as well as some women,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots, Creed's Green Irish Tweed is spicier, but with some of the same notes as Fleurissimo, such as Florentine iris and violet. It also adds sandalwood, ambergris, and French verbena,Hair is the richest ornament of women said Martin Luther.
The house of Creed has not rested on its laurels in recent past, though. Current Master perfumer Olivier Creed created Silver Mountain Water, inspired by the French mountains. Departing from more famous muses, Creed designed this fragrance for himself, though it is a unisex cologne. Its predominant scents are green tea and black currant. It is worn by British soccer star David Beckham, while his wife Victoria, formerly of the Spice Girls, prefers Creed's Royal Water.
Friday, October 12, 2012
the doctor will also consider prior to and following photographs.
Understanding Breast Decline by Leena Marcos
It's your doctor who will make a decision about the correct process for use to scale back your breast sizing. You will have to provide them your medical history, and advise them of any medications you consider. For their records' sake, the doctor will also consider prior to and following photographs,after all.
If you've got no loose or flappy skin, your doctor will use just liposuction to get rid of weight thru tiny cuts. This assists reduce medical chance and scar sizing. Nevertheless if you have excess skin to become eliminated, along with weight, your doctor will use medical instruments rather than liposuction.
If there's any inappropriate glandular tissue,Chanel and, it is eliminated. If needed, your doctor will switch your nipples greater about the breast as well as decrease its' areola sizing.
Recuperation following Breast reduction surgery
On completion of surgical treatment,it is not simply what color looks best on you, the doctor will bandage and dress the juggs, and have you wear a medical bra for assistance. Although your breasts is going to be more compact, it won't be apparent as temporary swelling and dressings cause them to appear bigger.
You'll require 2 weeks for recuperation when the stitches will get eliminated, and the majority from the swelling and bruising fades off. You will be prescribed painkillers and perhaps an antibiotic, and need to make follow-up visits for your doctor to observe your progress,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots.
Although any girl can do breast decline, should you plan to fall pregnant or breastfeed later on, its much better to have the surgical treatment later on . This would be to prevent risking milk ducts and nerves.
It's your doctor who will make a decision about the correct process for use to scale back your breast sizing. You will have to provide them your medical history, and advise them of any medications you consider. For their records' sake, the doctor will also consider prior to and following photographs,after all.
If you've got no loose or flappy skin, your doctor will use just liposuction to get rid of weight thru tiny cuts. This assists reduce medical chance and scar sizing. Nevertheless if you have excess skin to become eliminated, along with weight, your doctor will use medical instruments rather than liposuction.
If there's any inappropriate glandular tissue,Chanel and, it is eliminated. If needed, your doctor will switch your nipples greater about the breast as well as decrease its' areola sizing.
Recuperation following Breast reduction surgery
On completion of surgical treatment,it is not simply what color looks best on you, the doctor will bandage and dress the juggs, and have you wear a medical bra for assistance. Although your breasts is going to be more compact, it won't be apparent as temporary swelling and dressings cause them to appear bigger.
You'll require 2 weeks for recuperation when the stitches will get eliminated, and the majority from the swelling and bruising fades off. You will be prescribed painkillers and perhaps an antibiotic, and need to make follow-up visits for your doctor to observe your progress,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots.
Although any girl can do breast decline, should you plan to fall pregnant or breastfeed later on, its much better to have the surgical treatment later on . This would be to prevent risking milk ducts and nerves.
Thursday, October 11, 2012
silver and platinum. Also it has a kind of matte finish which most people really like.
Titanium – The Latest Material in Jewelry by Sharon Reid
When you think about titanium, what’s the first thing that comes to your mind? Aircrafts? Medical equipment,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots? What about jewelry? Don’t be surprised. Titanium is fast becoming one of the hottest new materials being used in jewelry design. Titanium wedding rings are rapidly gaining popularity due to their excellent finish, durability and cost benefit. Since titanium is relatively abundant in nature, it is considerably cheaper than gold jewelry,when the total outcome or atmosphere of dating solely depends on the man.
The Pro’s
• Titanium has a distinctive finish which sets it apart from gold, silver and platinum. It tends to have a darker tinge of grey as compared to white gold, silver and platinum. Also it has a kind of matte finish which most people really like.
• Titanium is a 100 percent hypoallergenic material. Gold and silver mostly have nickel added to them which causes allergic reactions in some people. The titanium used in jewelry design is generally 99 percent pure and is of surgical grade. So, it’s ideal for people who suffer from skin allergies.
• Titanium is a very light weight material and so it is very comfortable for the wearer.
• Titanium is also one of the strongest materials known to man. That’s why titanium jewelry requires very little care. It will never tarnish like silver does, neither will it ever rust. All you need to do is wipe it regularly with a mixture of mild detergent and water. You could get it polished once a year to keep your jewelry looking brand new.
The Con’s
• Its amazing durability also proves to be its disadvantage. Titanium rings for example cannot be resized easily,but no longer four or five. I put the cookies in to bake. Their size can be increased a bit but reducing their size is virtually impossible.
• Due to this reason, people who experience very frequent fluctuations in their weight should ideally avoid titanium jewelry.
• Also titanium jewelry is not recommended for people who work with machinery,something that makes these purses so loved. In an emergency, if a titanium bracelet for example gets caught in a piece of machinery, it will be very hard to cut it off. Gold or silver jewelry on the other hand is very malleable and therefore a relatively safer option.
When you think about titanium, what’s the first thing that comes to your mind? Aircrafts? Medical equipment,3352 Ugg Bailey Button Mini Chestnut Boots? What about jewelry? Don’t be surprised. Titanium is fast becoming one of the hottest new materials being used in jewelry design. Titanium wedding rings are rapidly gaining popularity due to their excellent finish, durability and cost benefit. Since titanium is relatively abundant in nature, it is considerably cheaper than gold jewelry,when the total outcome or atmosphere of dating solely depends on the man.
The Pro’s
• Titanium has a distinctive finish which sets it apart from gold, silver and platinum. It tends to have a darker tinge of grey as compared to white gold, silver and platinum. Also it has a kind of matte finish which most people really like.
• Titanium is a 100 percent hypoallergenic material. Gold and silver mostly have nickel added to them which causes allergic reactions in some people. The titanium used in jewelry design is generally 99 percent pure and is of surgical grade. So, it’s ideal for people who suffer from skin allergies.
• Titanium is a very light weight material and so it is very comfortable for the wearer.
• Titanium is also one of the strongest materials known to man. That’s why titanium jewelry requires very little care. It will never tarnish like silver does, neither will it ever rust. All you need to do is wipe it regularly with a mixture of mild detergent and water. You could get it polished once a year to keep your jewelry looking brand new.
The Con’s
• Its amazing durability also proves to be its disadvantage. Titanium rings for example cannot be resized easily,but no longer four or five. I put the cookies in to bake. Their size can be increased a bit but reducing their size is virtually impossible.
• Due to this reason, people who experience very frequent fluctuations in their weight should ideally avoid titanium jewelry.
• Also titanium jewelry is not recommended for people who work with machinery,something that makes these purses so loved. In an emergency, if a titanium bracelet for example gets caught in a piece of machinery, it will be very hard to cut it off. Gold or silver jewelry on the other hand is very malleable and therefore a relatively safer option.
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