Brummet's Conscious Blog

  Happy Thanksgiving to all our Canadian readers :)   What are you thankful for today? -- Quote of the Day -- “One of the things I started seeing (upon doing acts of kindness) was that it certainly moved me through the grief and I started to feel happier in life. Science shows that when you give you get endorphins and a bit of a high so there are physical benefits as well. …There are so many things that you get back and that you can learn when volunteering - skills and who you meet. …I think because of the media we are just so bombarded by all the things that are wrong in the world, but if you turn off the news - you’ll notice all the good things that are going on. …Really it is just a habit that you are changing and you are starting to make such a difference.” Linda Cohen Today’s quote originates from the Conscious Discussions Talk Radio episode titled: Healing Through Acts ofKindness   (*Click on...

-- Quote of the Day -- “Perhaps then, if we listen attentively, we shall hear amid the uproar of empires and nations, a faint flutter of wings,  a gentle stirring of life and hope.  Some will say that hope lies in a nation; others in a person.  I believe rather that it is awakened, revived, nourished  by millions of solitary individuals  whose deeds and works every day  negate frontiers and the crudest implications of history.  As a result, there shines forth fleetingly  the ever-threatened truth  that each and every person,  on the foundation of his or her own sufferings and joys,  builds for all.” ~ Albert Cammus –  The Artist and His Time -- Conscious Discussions Talk Radio --   Sign up via itunes for the Conscious Discussions Radio show: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id262138144     As you are probably already aware, t...

 -- Quote of the Day -- “When someone who shows up with a problem that they feel they have to share it – they can interrupt 3-4 other people and cause an incredible deficit to work production in the workplace. …You need to create a positive atmosphere as their first exposure to the workday. One good [tool] is to do a workplace survey about the work environment, department activities and the home environment [twice per year]… and then you can have a workshop based on the needs you have identified. …You have to be very observant, too. You have to come up with a plan that will allow people to freely express what the problems are and then have management work with them to address those concerns. There are a lot of people out there that are victims of violence, and that can have an effect at work, and can cause a serious threat to the employees – the abuse doesn’t stop at the front door. …Nobody wants to be ostracized, they very much want to be a part of things and sometimes t...

 -- World of Writing -- Today we have author, speaker and certified professional coach Rochelle Melander joining us for a World of Writing interview. She is the author of ten books, including the National Novel Writing Month guide— Write-A-Thon: Write Your Book in 26 Days (and Live to Tell About It) Rochelle teaches professionals how to write good books fast, use writing to transform their lives, navigate the publishing world, and get published! For more tips and a complementary download of the first two chapters of Write-A-Thon , visit her online at www.writenowcoach.com Q: Tell us something about yourself.  I’m married (to a writer who is also sometimes my writing partner), and we have two children, ages 16 and 11. We also have two dogs. We live in a neighborhood in Milwaukee, WI (US) where we can walk to our favorite bookstore ( Boswell Book Company ), the local library, a few grocery stores, and Lake Michigan. My favorite part of working as a writer ...

-- Quote of the Day -- "Love is not a final destination; It is an ongoing journey of two hearts."  ~ Donald Neviaser, The Inner View -- Conscious Discussions Talk Radio --   Sign up via itunes for the Conscious Discussions Radio show: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id262138144     Author Miriam Goodman who is here to speak to us about the new phenomenon of the rise in divorce rates for people married more than 20 years. We’ll learn about the different personality changes that happen upon retirement, how spouses can keep separate lives and still have a successful relationship, and danger signs to watch for. In the process of research for her books – Reinventing Retirement – and - Too Much Togetherness – she has interviewed hundreds of couples that were anxious about the effect retirement would have on their relationship. Join us live (10-11 AM Pacific) and drop in the chat room - or acc...

WHISPER FROM THE HEART POETRY CLUB  Whisper From The Heart Poetry Club , which was founded in 2004 by Stan Almendro, offers a wide range of activity catering for a diverse spectrum of the arts including both a Students and Adult section. The club, besides having an annual poetry competition (with some of the most lucrative prizes world wide), also encourages writers within the categories of: Short Stories , Artists , Photographers and Music/Song (a new category). The entry fee and payment option details are available from www.whisperpoetry.com or contact the club directly via: info@whisperpoetry.com Whisper From The Heart is also affiliated to books, CD, DVD and art companies and all the products can be viewed and purchased on line by visiting the site, www.whisperpoetry.com The annual poetry competition submission deadline closes September 3oth and has some of the most valuable prizes worldwide. The winning poets will participate for a valuable first prize and ...

 -- Quote of the Day -- "Maintain your honour and integrity in all things."  ~ Brian Dalton -- Conscious Discussions Talk Radio --   Sign up via itunes for the Conscious Discussions Radio show: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id262138144   Suzanne & Dwight Frindt serve as facilitators of multiple groups for Vistage International – both work very hard to make a difference in the world of business, leadership and world hunger. Suzanne works both in the non-profit and for-profit business sectors to accelerate leadership development and create productive, positive environments. She is a wonderful example of how one person can be an agent for positive change. Join us live (10-11 AM Pacific) and drop in the chat room - or access the archive of today's show at your convenience:    http://www.blogtalkradio.com/consciousdiscussions/2012/10/02/be-an-agent-for-positive-change Find Dave and Lillian B...