Dopamine, The Wonder Drug

Need Time To Meditate? Take A Potty Break

Check out this book called Toilet Yoga and maybe you can add this in too.  

Okay, we all know that meditation is good for us.  Many of us however complain that we don't have time to sit in silence long enough to meditate.  You complain about the kids interrupting or your spouse asking you questions, etc.   This got me thinking the other day.  The one place that most people can have a few minutes to themselves is usually in the bathroom.  So, why not start meditating in the bathroom?  You could do it while you are taking care of business or you could fake having to go to the bathroom so you can find that time to meditate.  Sounds like a good idea to me.  Don't flush this away until you try it.  The powers that be do not judge where you meditate.  

-Rob

Keep Business Out of Your Bedroom? NO!

ARGH!  I just came across an article about partners in life and in business.  It offers pros and cons of being a couple and having a business together.  Sadly, some of their tips are WAY off!  Mind you there are some good tips such as discovering one another's strengths and implementing those in certain aspects of your business, create your own schedule so that you can spend romantic time together, and divide your responsibilities in a way that works for the two you.

However, the tips that they tell you to follow such as leave intimacy at home and keeping business outside the bedroom are so far off base we cannot even began to tell you in this brief article.  

Couples who work with us quickly come to learn the humongous benefits to maintaining their intimacy at work.  Now, this doesn't mean have sex in your office or grope one another in front of customer, clients or employees.  Geesh - have some couth.  (*Of course, depending on where your office(s) is you may be able to enjoy a sexy + playful time there - it just depends and you should use discretion.)  This is about using your emotional + mental intimacy to fluidly work together, trust each other, respect each other, know when to let your partner lead and when you should take the lead.  Working intimately means creating a sacred and safe environment to work in your business as well as in your romantic relationship.

Are you wondering about the "keeping the business out of the bedroom" tip we are telling you is wrong?  Well, when you learn sacred lovemaking and then learn how to take that to the higher level of transcendent lovemaking you can use it to honor your business, create innovative ideas, magically attract more money (clients + customers + unique surprising ways) into your company and a lot more.  One example of an off-the-wall attraction of money happened in 2009 for us (We have had these types of unique ways happen more times than we can recall - but we will share this fun example that popped up from our memory.).  We had set an intention, performed a ceremony and practiced transcendent lovemaking.  A few days later a woman showed up at our bowling center (Yes - we owned one for a number of years!) and gave Rob $1250 that she had one a few weeks prior while at casino.  She felt compelled to donate it to us and our center.  This was 2009 - remember?  So, the economy was on a huge downswing and after having many lucrative years in business, we were facing dire financial straits at the center.  This wonderful woman did NOT know of our financial troubles - no one did at that time.  Anyhow, this was the exact amount we needed to pay a specific bill that week!  ;)  Had we left our "business out of our bedroom" we wouldn't have had the money to pay that bill.  

We have seen this happen time and time again for us + for the couples we have taught to implement our methods.  So, seeing people suggest couples should try and completely separate their business from their love lives is...well, I just wanted to yell - "No! No, no no NO!"   

Keeping it Sacred + Sexy,

Janelle + Rob

If you want to learn how to beautifully blend your love life and your business life together with your partner, you should to talk to us.  If so, let's meet over a virtual cup of coffee (or tea) to see if the unique spiritual tools we teach are a good fit for you.  We only offer 6-8 of these complimentary coffee chats each month - so drop an email to janellealexphd@gmail.com with "Coffee Chat" in the subject line to apply for one, and we will get back with you in 24-48 hours. 

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The Signs Of Love Are Everywhere

Signs of Love in the Air

By Alvin Lim Weiliang

She loves me, She loves me not, she loves me, she loves me not ...
I believe that many people (including me) have this problem sometime in their lives. You like someone, to the extend that you want to get into a serious relationship with him/her. BUT, on the other hand, you are afraid that confessing your love might ruin even the chance of being friends.

Well, worry no more. Because statistics have shown that when someone is romantically attracted to you, they unknowingly give out certain signals. All you need to do is to identify these signals of love!

Body Language and Other Signals That Could Mean Love

Sometimes being able to tell if someone is interested in you is easier than you may think. If you know the signs to look for you can learn if that guy or girl is focusing on you or simply watching the traffic drive by. One of the best things to watch is the person's body language and you can discover if they are interested in you...or just your best friend.

Does their body language exhibit the telltale signs that give their thoughts away? Could this person be in love with you? Look for the signs that say it all. If they are finding you fascinating they will move in closer when they talk with you or walk with you. You will notice that they look at you when they talk and they focus on your face, especially your eyes. They will lean toward you during conversation. They will also unknowingly touch their face, particularly their lips. Women will play with a lock of their hair if a person has piqued her interest.

If a woman has her legs crossed and has one shoe dangling on her toes you have attracted her interest. Women who play with their straws at dinner also find their companions interesting.If a woman has her lips parted or uses her tongue to moisten her lips she is signaling an attraction to her partner. While some people learn to use body language and body signals deliberately, most of these actions occur spontaneously and we do not control them.

Both sexes will reach during conversation to touch the other person's arm or hand. The eyes are a dead giveaway to their thoughts though and that is why prolonged contact occurs between two people who are interested in each other. If the chemistry is there the sparks can fly and the eyes are very aware. Did you realize that pupils will dilate when someone is attracted to another person? This is a great way to know for sure if the person is interested in you, because this is a body response that no one can control.

There are other tell tale signs that can show you that someone loves you. They want to please you and they will find special things to do to show you this. If someone is bringing you flowers, candies or other items it is always flattering and appreciated, but people who really care about you will add unique touches. They may only bring you one flower, but it will be one they picked just for you, or it will be your favorite flower. If they bring you candy, it may be some that they prepared themselves. Whatever gift they bring, no matter how small, will usually have more significance or personal meaning than many of the gifts from other people.

People who are in love think about their loved one often and will send them messages or call them frequently. If the person you are interested in never responds to your calls until days later, you might want to rethink the relationship. Part of being in love means wanting to spend time together and wanting to make sure that the other person is okay. If the person you are interested in is constantly wanting you to lose weight, change your way of dressing, color your hair, and change your group of friends...you might want to rethink the relationship. People in love are willing to overlook flaws and they never try to make you over into their "ideal person".

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Looking for Couples to Interview

We have a new project in the works.  We are writing a book for entrepreneurial couples, Inspiring Couples in Business + in Love.  This book will give readers insight into how to succeed as entrepreneurs while maintaining a loving, healthy + sexy relationship.  We will share how learning and implementing transcendent lovemaking + couples' dreamwork + awareness of your archetypes (including your sacred inner money personality) will help you succeed in business and your relationship with little to no more fighting over money or your sex life.

But, really it is so much more than just the simple idea of no more fighting over these things.  In fact, couples, who are entrepreneurs, especially those who own a business together, understand that there are often great challenges by being in love and running a business.

Can a couple really switch gears and be just a romantic couple without constantly talking business?  You bet, but just as the romantic relationship takes work so does the business relationship.  When you try and blend the two together the challenges are multiplied.  But, guess what?  So, are the joys and successes if you have the tools in place.

We have been in business together for 10+ years, as well as owning individual businesses, and we know the ups and the downs, the joys and the sorrows, the high fives and the arguments, and we have learned, developed, and created amazing unique spiritual tools to thrive as a couple + as business partners.

We don't want other entrepreneurial couples to simply survive the journey.  We want them to thrive!
We want YOU to thrive!

At this point, we are still open to including other couples in the book.  We have interviews already occurring, but if you are or if you know of an entrepreneurial couple, who might be willing to be interviewed and included in the book, drop an email to janellealexphd@gmail.com. 

Here's to thriving,
Janelle + Rob



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Domestic Violence Is Disturbing

Domestic violence is a disturbing and sadding topic.  Most people don’t know why it happens or how to approach it.  One wonders why someone could treat another in such a horrific way or even why someone would stay with a partner that treats them that way.  

The 5 star rated book Understanding Domestic Violence and Abuse by Kelina Cowell, explains in detail the statistics, causes and effects of domestic abuse and the impact that it has on it's victims. 

The sad fact is that anyone can become a victim of domestic abuse.  Each of us has been touched by it in some way, whether we know of someone or have been a victim ourselves.  It comes in many different forms.  Psychological, physical, sexual, financial, emotional, and these are only naming a few. The aim is to gain power and control and the impact is devastating. 

As listed within these powerful pages some victims will experience poor general health, mental heath issues, feelings of worthlessness, helplessness, self-loathing or apathy.  This makes the road to freedom extremely challenging and to many seem impossible.

The statistics are breathtaking.  1 in 4 women and 1 in 6 men will experience domestic violence in their lifetime.  Now think about how many of those victims don’t report the abuse and live in fear and pain for years. How many children are witnesses to this?  It’s heartbreaking. 

Understanding Domestic Violence and Abuse is eye opening.  It is full of facts, history, and helps the reader understand the reasoning and how to break the cycle. 

If you know someone who is in an abusive relationship this book will give you the knowledge to help them break free.

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Natural Childbirth There are Different Approaches

Different Approaches to Natural Childbirth

By Munira A

The definition of natural childbirth is simply delivering your child without the use of drugs and/or surgical procedures. You can have a natural childbirth at the hospital or at home, and there are a number of different approaches to natural childbirth that are available to people who choose this method. Of course, you should be aware of the risks that come with any method of birthing, and have access to a trained physician if you choose this method, in case anything goes wrong. A lot of women choose the natural childbirth method and are very happy to endure the pain without painkillers, choosing alternative methods to deal with the birthing process.

Most of the methods can be described as combining relaxation techniques, breathing, mindfulness, and easing pain naturally. While each approach differs slightly, they all aim to ease the pain that comes with a drug-free birth. Some of the approaches that seem to be present in most techniques are:

Relaxation:

Most methods will have a relaxation component that may include massage or finding different positions that ease the pain on back muscles or the belly muscles to ease the pain that develops there. Alternatives to laying on your back for delivery could include standing or squatting with support, allowing gravity to help with the birth, or giving birth in a bathtub or shower to alleviate the discomfort with the buoyancy of water.

Breathing:

Breathing can also help alleviate the stress and pain with childbirth, by focusing the mind and having the woman concentrate on the breathing rather than the pain. This can help with focusing her energy on contractions, effectively "breathing through" them and not holding her breath or hyperventilating, both of which are not good for her stress levels.

Mindfulness:

There are many ways to focus the mind to take away the pain that is associated with childbirth. Some women will try hypnosis to focus their minds away from the pain, and onto the joys of having a baby. Others will find a talisman or a special amulet to hold on to when they are in contractions, to focus on and concentrate their energy into, in order to take their minds away from the pain. By concentrating on an object, they are able to be mindful of the moment, and minimize focusing on the pain.

With the many techniques available to women for natural childbirth, focusing on those approaches that work for you will ensure a smoother delivery.

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Munira_A

The Book,

How to Find a Midwife and Doula in the Pursuit of a More Natural Childbirth Experience

Is an excellent starting point for those considering a more natural child birth.  

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