A Friend, A Song and Fabulous Football — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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While watching the Falcons/Saints footbal game this afternoon - Geaux Saints – a video was brought to my attention by a friend… New Noise , ...

A Forgotten Home Remedy — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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Before the invention of antibiotics, people in Europe cured their colds by dunking their arms in hot water. It induced a short-term high fev...

Giving Thanks — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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Contrary to popular belief, the first recorded Thanksgiving ceremony took place on September 8, 1565. Under the leadership of Pedro Menéndez...

The Bliss of a Kiss — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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In the words of Oliver Wendell Holmes, “The sound of a kiss is not so loud as that of a cannon, but its echo lasts a great deal longer.” Abs...

Bread…It’s Not a Bad Thing — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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For most of the world, the appetite for bread is an essential part of being human. In our country, we have such an abundance of things to ea...

Festivals, Intercultural Society and Monticello Deer Experience — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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The city’s charm, my love of venison and the persuasion of a friend inspired me to attend the 43rd Annual Monticello Deer Festival. If you a...

The Art of Remembering Names — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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The ability to remember names is a valuable asset in both business and social arenas. It helps you build an instant rapport with new contact...

The Rite of Rain — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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For many, rain is viewed as a negative thing. We hide from rain under umbrellas. Getting wet in the rain has associations with sickness, col...

Creativity is Good for Your Health — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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A study conducted by Dr. Gene D. Cohen of George Washington University suggests the health effects of participating in music, art, dance and...

Tribal Wisdom: Lessons for Leaders — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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The role of the leader is to bring the tribe from darkness by reminding the people about who they once were and who they can be. So begins t...

Being "Mused" — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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Being an audiophile, music fills my day. From the moment I awake, until the moment I go to sleep, there is always music in the background. I...

Reflections — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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As I approach another revolution around the sun, I’ve come to understand that however unwelcome an event may be at the time, it always leads...

Coping With a Job You Hate — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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Having a job you just hate is never easy and in today’s economy, you probably need to grin and bear it until another opportunity comes along...

Thank you for being a loyal reader... — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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...I am taking a blogging vacation this week. Look for a new post next Sunday. Until then, I wish you peace and many blessings...

Desiderata — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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Written in 1927 by Max Ehrmann, Desiderata is one of my favorite poems. Go placidly amid the noise and the haste, and remember what peace t...

Dealing with Irate People — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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“Taking the HEAT,” is an effective method for dealing with openly irate people. In this instance, HEAT means: H ear them out E mpathize A p...

Remaining Empowered During Stressful Times — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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Being laid off, accumulating expenses and increasing duties on the job due to recent layoffs are only a few of the things wreaking havoc on ...

Giving: The Key to Getting What You Want — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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Many give credence to the theory "the more you give, the more you’ll get back," yet the intention behind this action is sometimes ...

Try...Why? — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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In the movie, The Empire Strikes Back , Yoda says to young Skywalker, “Do or do not. There is no try.” “Try” is such an odd word. It implies...

The Ingenious Fortuity of Accidents — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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Sometimes accidents happen and we're better off because they do. Historical accounts of many important discoveries and inventions tell o...

Motivational Techniques One Should Never Use — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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While climbing the ladder of success, I observed motivational techniques that were so ridiculous, I compiled a list of what not to do when i...

Happy July 4th — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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Wishing you and yours a safe and happy July 4th weekend! Regular blog postings will resume next weekend. Sincerest thanks for your loyal fo...

Healing Addictions — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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In his book Healing the Addictive Mind , Lee Jampolsky states, “When we are caught in addiction it is impossible to experience love. Compuls...

Wise Words From My Father — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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“Colors fade, temples crumble, empires fall, but wise words endure.” ~Edward Thorndike I’ve learned so much listening to my father at the di...

Be Well, Live Well: Behavior Change Simplified — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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As a hypnotherapist and life coach, I am often asked how to overcome the many obstacles life throws our way. The answer is behavior change. ...

Pampering Your Man on Father’s Day — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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Ever notice that mothers are often praised for their love and dedication, while dads are trailing somewhere not too far behind, usually push...

25 Things That MUST be Learned in Relationships — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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If a man wants you, nothing can keep him away. If he doesn’t want you, nothing can make him stay. Give him space…let him go out with the boy...

The History of Memorial Day — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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According to Professor David Blight of the Yale University History Department, the first Memorial Day was observed in 1865 by liberated slav...

Essential Skills for Overcoming Life’s Obstacles — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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How resilient are you? How well do you react to unexpected challenges and conflicts? Resilience is fundamentally underpinned by the concept...

Thanks Mom… — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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…for your guidance in developing the coping skills needed to deal with life’s trials and tribulations. Little did I realize just how import...

Positive Change Through Hypnotherapy — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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In today’s hectic world, we continually search for ways to bring about positive change. Hypnotherapy is a natural and effective process tha...

Humor and Contradiction — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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Humor is defined as a comic, absurd, or incongruous quality causing amusement. Quite effectively, it is often used to lighten the burden of ...

When There Are Tears — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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Psalms 126:5 states, “They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.” Tears are a universal language. They often tell what words will not expre...

At the Wheel of Life — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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We sit at the wheel of our life with one foot on the accelerator, leaving the other for the brake. We need to be awake. We need to be aler...

Honoring Your Uniqueness — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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We are often told it is better to give than to receive, it is best to be humble and it is best to not shine a light on ourselves. True, but...

Joy...A Deeper Experience Than Happiness — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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Ask most people what they want from life and you will usually get the same answer, “I just want to be happy.” There is a common belief tha...

Crabs in the Bucket — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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Growing up in Southeast Louisiana, I had the luxury of experiencing Sportsman’s Paradise to the fullest. As a child, I’d spend endless sum...

A Friend, a Film and an Enlightening Experience — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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Yesterday, I had the opportunity to assist my dear friend, Denise Blake, with one of her outreach projects, Bring Your “A” Game , a screenin...

Want, Need, Acknowledgement and Thanks — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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God doesn't always give you the people you want in life, He gives you the people you need. His reasons are to help you, to hurt you, to...

The Moments in Between — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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We always remember the holidays, graduation day, our wedding day and the birth of a child -- all significant events in life, but what about ...

Forgiveness, Grudges and Releasing the Victim Syndrome — by Bonnie M. Morét on

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Your view of the world around you is a reflection of the world you have created within. The world you experience is an extension of your min...