Non-verbal Communication in the Interview Process
By Erin Whalen

This month, I'm covering the idea of non-verbal communication in the interview process. Actually, our editor-in chief at Blessed Gardens, Tori Hartman, has a New Job Intention Candle in her collection, which made me wonder about the whole idea of our intention and the silent messages others receive when we seek work.

Let's begin with the practical perspective. Body language is a large part of any meeting, but when I began the research, I was astounded to find some profound facts. In a recent study -- the non-verbal communication in the interview process was the highest-ranking influence in a first meeting. Read More...

Your Inner Buzz

Inner Buzz February- Core Training

The Buzz all over the fitness world continues to be Core Training.

What is core training? The idea is that our body movement originates from our core muscles. Core training therefore improves our center of gravity and better supports our spine for simple daily activities--such as walking, lifting and sitting. And it probably goes without saying that since core training improves overall health, it is the springboard for choosing the way you want your body to be shaped. Today all we have to do is pick the guru to follow who has the sculpting method we desire.

And look how far we've come. Read More...

How To

How to Cast a love spell that really works

To cast a love spell that really works, you will need to see what phase the moon is in and plan to cast accordingly.

The moon should never be void-of-course (passing from one sign into another) because spells conducted during this phase of the moon have an unfavorable outcome.

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Franciscan Spirituality

As you know, Franciscan spirituality came from St. Francis of Assisi, who turned his back on the wealth he was born into at the turn of the 13th century in order to help people in need. Participants in Franciscan spirituality took a vow of poverty in order to best serve the poor. The idea is that it creates personal humility,without possessions one cannot be vain, and this simple life lets anyone concentrate fully on their vows and service to those in need.

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