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Shy people instinctively know they are missing out. Shyness equals lost opportunities, less pleasure, and fewer social connections. Shyness can be crippling…but there are tried and tested ways to make it a thing of the past. The formula for shyness is “too much focus on the self” plus anxiety. To make it even more unpleasant, sometimes when you are feeling shy, you experience physical sensations which “hijack” your calm, logical self. How Shyness is Developed and Maintained: Shyness is... Read Full Story

What is it about Republicans and the letter R? Is this a mere coincidence or does that letter have significance beyond the fact that the word “Republican” begins with  R and Republican states are colored Red (another “R” word for you)? I know, there I go again with another one of my conspiracy theories. I just have a hard time believing in anything THAT coincidental. I would love to hear your own theory on that one! Don’t even get me started on the Field of Nightmares called... Read Full Story

As we creep closer and closer to 2012 (3 months away!)…we can see that global events are heating up dramatically. The Arab Spring is turning into a Nuclear Winter. As the Muslim Brotherhood takes over (as we predicted), life in these once (somewhat)  stable Middle Eastern countries, is now one huge question mark. Will a new Palestinian state be forced upon the sovereign state of Israel or will this small, U.N.-sanctioned,  pro-American,  country find itself under siege,  yet again?  Will they... Read Full Story

Are you prepared for the next natural disaster? The folks on the East Coast sure weren’t when the earth beneath them shook on August 23, 2011. Aren’t earthquakes supposed to only rock the West Coast? Sorry folks, but there’s not a region in the U.S. that doesn’t have an earthquake fault running through it! And, now, nature is ready to deal the right coast yet another nasty hand…Hurricane Irene is on her merry way and “Watch Out New York”…it’s going to get REAL interesting . What does all this... Read Full Story

Remember when I told you that 2012 is here? For those of you who heeded my warning and took action, I commend you. If you have GOLD in your possession, then you have nothing to fear. If your gold is in a mutual fund, stock, or  retirement account, you may want to reconsider your position. The government can confiscate these accounts in times of dire emergencies. And, who defines this “dire emergency?” Why the government, of course. If you don’t hedge your bets, and soon, your future will... Read Full Story

GOLD just hit a new record of $1579.70 (July 13, 2011). The old high was April 29, 2011. Between the European debt crisis (Greece, Italy, Spain, Portugal, et al), the debt ceiling “debate” fiasco in Washington, the latest Fed hints about maybe,  possibly being open to more easing, and talk from the administration of yet another bail-out…the new buying isn’t that surprising. What’s more, Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke is giving his Humphrey-Hawkins testimony, so there’s a possibility of more... Read Full Story

Many people seek happiness from outside sources. They feel that things like money, a better job, and better relationships will make them happy. To find true contentment, you must look within and learn to be your own best friend. That means you have to trust, love, and care for yourself just as you do with the people closest to you. If you incorporate the following steps into your life, you will be happier and feel more empowered: 1. Begin to lift yourself up, not put yourself down. If you... Read Full Story

Time-Out For Moms is excited to offer FOUR free tickets to the movie, Monte Carlo , starring Selena Gomez and Andie MacDowell.  This giveaway is open to anyone in the Portland, Oregon area. The passes are good for the run of the film, which opens Friday, July 1st. All you have to do is tell me why you want to see this movie. That’s it!  Email your answers to me at: moveemkr@hotmail.com with the words,  Monte Carlo, in the subject line. Here’s a synopsis of this summer blockbuster: Monte... Read Full Story

Most of us enjoy a lazy day when we can sleep in, putz around and just relax a little – and our kids are no different. However, when the dog days of summer come, some teens take that one “couch out” day and stretch it over an entire summer break. Here are some tips to combat summertime teen laziness and keep your teen active and engaged. Communicate Expectations – Tell your teen in a nonthreatening but firm manner that you will not accept their staying in bed all morning and afternoon. It... Read Full Story

Most of us enjoy a lazy day when we can sleep in, putz around and just relax a little – and our kids are no different. However, when the dog days of summer come, some teens take that one “couch out” day and stretch it over an entire summer break. Here are some tips to combat summertime teen laziness and keep your teen active and engaged. Communicate Expectations – Tell your teen in a nonthreatening but firm manner that you will not accept their staying in bed all morning and afternoon. It... Read Full Story