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The Paperless Office, Fact or Fiction Posted By : lilysingh69248

How long have we been hearing that the “paperless office” is just around the corner? That the latest digital office device is the final ingredient for the long-awaited, enviro-friendly office?

Solution of Active Directory Self Service Challenges Posted By : Jack_Peterson

It is a well-proven fact that most of workload on help desk staff is related to solving ordinary users issues like change of forgotten passwords or update of users personal information. It is also time-consuming for users to wait for their password reset or account unlock for hours when they could be spent on solving working tasks. Network administrators also spend much time setting up distribution lists and security groups for user accounts.

Corrections: Panera Cares restaurant and Dollar Thrifty

In “Dough Rising” (October 9th) we said that the Panera Cares restaurant in St Louis serves 4,000 customers a day. That is in fact the weekly total.

Also in last week’s issue, in “Drive my car”, we said that Hertz’s shareholders voted against its bid for Dollar Thrifty. In fact it was Dollar Thrifty’s shareholders who voted against the bid. Sorry on both counts. …

Business Security Measures Posted By : Arlene Delmendo

One of the biggest problems of businesses nowadays is the fact that there are spies and saboteurs that are sent by competitors to gather and destroy information that they may be working on.

Minister insists on new taxes

Despite the fact that top government officials have downplayed her statements, Finance Minister Diana Dragutinović continues to insist on taxation changes. She once again mentioned her plans for increasing the Value Added Taxes (VATs) and decreasing the taxes on wages at a recent economic forum in Mokra Gora.

Britney Spears to Change Her Style

Do you remember when you last saw Britney Spears on the read carpet? But I have good news for you, it looks like Brit is readying to return to stylish scene. In fact, the singer has special dates with her kiddos.
According to a source, the family of spears will attend the premier of the Toy [...]

Robert O’Ryan to Be Found Guilty of Stalking Olympic Gold Medalist Shawn Johnso

A Florida man was found guilty by Michael Pastor, the judge of Los Angeles Superior Court. He was accused of felony stalking as well as burglary charges and also two misdemeanor concealed weapons violations. Robert O’Ryan stalked Olympic gold medalist Shawn Johnso. Actually, the verdict was pronounced after four days of evidence as well as [...]

Reese Witherspoon Is a Cool Mom

Actually, there are major perks when it comes to have famous parents. If you do not believe, you can ask Ava Phillippe.
Ava is a 10-year-old girl whose parents are Ryan Phillippe and Reese Witherspoon. As a matter of fact, the girl got one thing that many girls can only dream of, i.e. she met Robert [...]

Tom Cruise to Work on a Project together with Ben Stiller

It seems like Tom Cruise has a chance to bust out some more dance moves.
Recently, the actor astonished the crowd at the MTV Movie Awards on Sunday. As a matter of fact, he was dancing with Jennifer Lopez as Tropic Thunder’s Les Grossman. He was trying to delineate the super producer in an upcoming [...]

Mechanic Is Accused of Stealing $2000 Handbag of Kirsten Dunst

It turned out that a mechanic was found guilty as he was under the accusation of stealing $2000 handbag of Kirsten Dunst.
James Jimenez, 36, was pleaded guilty of burglary after a second trial that was held on Friday afternoon.
As a matter of fact, Dunst had already took the affidavit against him in 2009 [...]

Mark-Paul Gosselaar and Lisa Ann Russell to Separate

Despite the fact that they have been married for 14 years, the star of Saved by the Bell, Mark-Paul Gosselaar and his wife Lisa Ann Russell made a decision to separate.
According to the rep of Gosselaar, both of them are still focused on their family and devote a lot of time to their children.
In fact, [...]

Martha Louise Is Back to the Official Stage

As a matter of fact, Martha Louise has not been a regular attendee of Norwegian royal engagements for the last time. But on Thursday she returned to the official stage. Actually, she visited a royal gala dinner in order to show her respect towards the state visit of the Netherlands’ Queen Beatrix.
The event was joined [...]

Gerard Butler and Jennifer Aniston Had a Great Cruise in Paris

Gerard Butler and Jennifer Aniston are enjoying the time in Paris.
In fact they promote The Bounty Hunter there. The costars had a private river cruise on the Seine. Despite the fact that they deny any rumors concerning their romance, they looked friendly as well as flirty during their boat ride.
Jennifer Aniston came in Paris on [...]

Suddenly Jesse James Facing New Allegations

Despite the fact that Jesse James hopes that his marriage to Sands Bullock will not break, he again comes across new allegations, moreover, there are claims that he has a second affair along with a report of sexual harassment.
35-year-old Melissa Smith told a tabloid that she was dating with James after they got acquainted by [...]

Elin Nordegren: Will She Stay with Woods or File for a Divorce?

The marriage of Elin Nordegren is not so happy, moreover, she is not inclined to support the comeback of Tiger Woods.
According to sources, Nordegren cares only about her children and she is not focused on Woods. In fact, she has her own room in their Windermere, Fla., home. Elin is staying with Tigger in order [...]

Jesse James Looks Upset

Despite the fact that Jesse James was condemned in fidelity to his wife Sandra Bullock, he returned to his work at West Coast Choppers on Saturday.
According to PEOPLE, he was very quiet during the whole day. He looked upset but at the same time he was happy that he got back to his work.
Although tattoo [...]

Matt Smith and Karen Gillan Discuss New Series of Doctor Who at the Premier

Despite the fact that the so-awaited new series of Doctor Who will be aired only after April 3, Karen Gillan and Matt Smith were seen at the premier of the first episode, The Eleventh Hour, which was on Thursday evening.
In the installment the Doctor and his companion, Amy Pond, have to save the world from [...]

Do Your Beliefs Empower You or Limit You?


Do Your Beliefs Empower You or Limit You

What if it Just Ain’t True?

A few years ago one of my friends accidentally discovered that his dad was in fact not his dad at all. Ouch. At twenty seven years of age, he discovered that something he absolutely knew (not thought, hoped, or wished) to be fact, was in reality, not true at all. Let’s just say that his reaction wasn’t a totally positive one. It never occurred to him that his ‘truth’, may in fact, be a big lie. A well-meaning lie (his mum had tried to protect him). A noble lie (is there such a thing?). But a major deception nonetheless.

What if you were to wake up tomorrow and discover that something you’ve believed (thought to be absolute fact) for years, simply wasn’t true? Completely and utterly false. You weren’t even close. How would you feel? Mad? Betrayed? Confused? Stupid? Maybe a little of each? Could it be that some of us hold on to certain beliefs in order to avoid the above feelings? After all, imagine having to unlearn something we’ve believed for decades? That would be quite the mental and emotional challenge, wouldn’t it?

We’ve spoken about beliefs many times here at me-dot-com but today I want to give you a little something to chew on, think about and discuss; if you feel so inspired.

Some questions for you:

  1. Is it possible that you’ve ‘learned’ certain things over the years that are, in fact, false? Is it maybe even likely?
  2. Is it possible that some of your (self-limiting) beliefs are the very things which stop you from fulfilling (or at least, exploring) your potential, making certain decisions, taking chances and possibly finding happiness?
  3. Did you consciously choose and develop your own beliefs, or did you simply adopt ”hand-me-downs” from somebody else? (Many people do this). But Craig, why wouldn’t I believe dad? He knows and I trust him, so his beliefs become mine - consciously or not. Intentionally or not. Besides, I wouldn’t want to offend him would I?
  4. Is it possible that you’ve believed certain things (seen the world in a particular way) for so long that the very thought of questioning some of your long-held beliefs makes you feel (1) uncomfortable, (2) anxious, (3) disloyal, (4) unfaithful, or perhaps even (5) overwhelmed?
  5. Have you ever been coerced, pressured or expected to believe certain things, and because of those imposed beliefs you have been compelled to adhere to certain standards, rules and behaviours? Even though deep down you resented it?
  6. Have you ever felt like questioning certain beliefs (to others) but held your tongue in order to keep the peace and avoid potential confrontation? (Why bother – it will only create problems?).
  7. For the most part, do your beliefs empower you or limit you?

Breaking Free

Sometimes beliefs are like handcuffs or leg irons. They restrict movement, potential, exploration and of course, freedom. Freedom to learn, grow and change. They keep us in the custody of something or someone. You know what I mean.

One of the most liberating, empowering and cathartic things we can do as authors of our own lives is to question our beliefs. Not for the sake of being different, difficult or rebellious, but for the sake of learning who we are, what we are and what we really believe beyond the social conditioning, the weight of expectation, the years of mental and emotional programming and beyond the pressure of group thinking.

After all, our beliefs determine our choices and behaviours (for the most part) and our choices and behaviours determine the kind of results we produce in our world. So why wouldn’t we? Is it time for you to do a little unlearning?

Tell me about what you’ve unlearned lately.


Craig Harper (B.Ex.Sci.) is a qualified exercise scientist, author, columnist, radio presenter, television host, motivational speaker and university lecturer. For the past 25 years he has been a leading presenter, educator, motivator and commentator in the areas of personal and professional development. You can visit Craig’s blog at Motivational Speaker.FREE eBook – So… You’ve Decided to Get in Shape (Again) Craig’s FREE eBook takes 20 – 30 minutes to read, and addresses the REAL getting-in-shape issues based on his 25 years of experience. To get Craig’s FREE eBook click here, weight loss books.

Mexico Becomes World’s Cheapest Country for Manufacturing U.S. Goods

AlixPartners provides an interesting fact concerning Mexico.As Keith Fitz-Gerald – chief investment strategist for Money Morning and The Money Map Report – notes:According to corporate consultant AlixParnters, Mexico has leapfrogged China to be ranked …

Accidentally “Outed” on British reality show!

Uh-oh!
Here’s just one more reason that British reality series X-Factor (Britain’s version of American Idol) is more exciting than Idol. Put aside the fact that the Brits seem to be more talented singers, and the fact that the two female judges are way prettier and talented than Paula, there’s also the fact that they don’t [...]