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Are you Really Listening?
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How to Avoid a Cold
By Dana McKnight Flentroy on 09-Oct-11 10:46. Comments (0)
With every season change, our body adjusts to the change in the season so it is important to strengthen you immune system along with getting adequate rest. Here are some ways to strengthen your immune system to prevent colds and flu.The best way to avoid a cold is to simply feed your body nourishing foods every day.1. Eat a sensible diet including the recommended five daily servings of fruits and vegetables. Fruits and vegetables contain "phytonu
Are you Really Listening?
By Dana McKnight Flentroy on 09-May-11 18:25. Comments (0)
Using effective communication techniques takes practice. We are not born with an automatic road map on communicating effectively. Many of the communication methods we learned were from what was modeled to us by our parents and other grownups. With this in mind, it is important to look back at how you were talked “to” or “at” as a child. Some of us may have been fortunate that we had parents who really “listened” to us. They allowed u
Child's Allergic Reactions
By Dana McKnight Flentroy on 06-May-11 16:21. Comments (0)
It is that time of the year that many people start feeling the effects of Allergies. Kid’s allergies can be triggered by a number of allergens in your home, at your child's school and out in public. Here are a list of the most common irritants and methods to minimize your child’s allergic reactions. Cigarette and Cigar Smoke: These days, you're most apt to encounter tobacco smoke outdoors. Depending on your city's rules, you may still have to
The Power of Showing Up
By Dana McKnight Flentroy on 03-Apr-11 19:12. Comments (1)
Recently my grandson, Isaiah’s school class did a presentation for a school program. The program started at 8:15 a.m. and each class had approximately 3-5 minutes that they performed. I was notified about the presentation the day before the event. My daughter had forgotten to let me know earlier. I had a meeting at 8:30 a.m. across town from my gr
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-Mahatma Gandhi