ENGLAND sent out for an ice-cold delivery of Becks as their World Cup chances threatened to wilt in the Stuttgart sunshine.
Skipper David Beckham delivered a piece of chilling set-piece magic after an hour to set up a quarter-final date for his country on Saturday.
His 27-yard free-kick saw off the challenge of Ecuador as temperatures soared to the high eighties inside the Gottlieb Daimler Stadium.
Amazingly, it was Beckham's first goal for his country with a dead ball since he struck in Liechtenstein more than three years ago.
It was also every bit as decisive as the goal against Greece at Old Trafford five years ago that confirmed English participation at the last World Cup.
Ecuador are used to climbing mountains - their capital, Quito, sits almost 10,000 feet above sea level - but, with the exception of a couple of second-half skirmishes they didn't threaten to damage English hopes of making the last eight once Beckham had struck.
Mind you, England were far from convincing yet again and this low-key performance will hardly be filling the tournament big guns with fear as we reach the business end of what has been a marvellous competition.
Apart from Beckham's moment of magic - his only contribution - and some inventive touches from the likes of Steven Gerrard, Frank Lampard andWayne Rooney, this was dull stuff.
Argentina and Germany have already laid down ominous markers for the fortnight of football that lies ahead but under Sven Goran Eriksson England continue to look ponderous and conservative in a 4-5-1 formation.
The searing heat denied them the opportunity to play the high-tempo game their critics are demanding but so far there is little evidence to suggest they will still be here when the Final is played on July 9.
Officially, the English FA had around 3500 tickets to distribute to fans but their followers still managed to colonise 80 per cent of the seats. Small pockets of yellow-shirted Ecuadorians added a splash of colour, while one brave Scot fluttered a Saltire among the hundreds of crosses of St George.
As expected, Eriksson went with a 4-5-1 system, with Owen Hargreaves at right-back in place of the injured Gary Neville and Michael Carrick given a holding role in the centre of midfield.
Manchester United striker Rooney spearheaded the English attack and he made several dangerous darts into the box early on as Gerrard and Lampard probed for holes in Ecuador's defence.
They didn't find them but England almost went behind after 10 minutes following a lapse in concentration by John Terry that allowed striker Carlos Tenorio to latch on to a long ball from his own defence.
The Qatar-based striker took a touch and looked certain to place his shot from 10 yards beyond Paul Robinson but Ashley Cole arrived with a brilliant last-ditch sliding tackle to divert the ball against the face of the bar and over for a corner.
Chelsea star Terry was shown the yellow card moments later for a high challenge on dangerman Tenorio and the 25-yard free-kick that resulted from Edison Mendez was knocked away by Rio Ferdinand.
It was a sluggish start from England but suddenly they found their feet in midfield and Lampard and Gerrard both went close with long-range efforts after clever link play around the box with Rooney.
Skipper Beckham doesn't have to look far for his critics these days and the only thing dazzling about him in the first half was his natty blue boots, although he did take a free-kick 10 minutes before the interval that flashed a yard wide.
The lack of activity on the pitch got too much for the German neutrals in the crowd, so they belted out shouts of "Deutschland, Deutchsland" and tried to start a Mexican wave but English fans were having none of it.
Ecuador, big and brawny, are not typical South American footballers and a few meaty challenges saw Luis Valencia and Carlos Tenorio join Terry in the book of Belgian referee Frank de Bleeckere in a lacklustre first half most were happy to see the back of.
The second half hardly started any better, although Edwin Tenorio, no relation to striker Carlos, tried his luck from long range only to see his effort fly wildly over.
Mendez was next to find space but delayed his strike too long and Gerrard got back in time to deflect his shot high and wide. Gerrard and Lampard looked by far England's most creative influences.
Beckham and Joe Cole offered width on either side of the pitch but little else in terms of deliveries into danger areas.
Rooney had been well policed by skipper Ivan Hurtado and Giovanny Espinoza in the centre of the Ecuador defence and together they thwarted the frontman as he tried to barge between them and latch on to a through ball by Lampard.
England were toiling but Beckham stepped up when they needed him most to fire home the crucial opener after Lampard had been upended by former Hibs full-back Ulises de la Cruz.
Beckham needed help from the inside of Cristian Mora's right-hand post to get the ball in the net but the keeper was also slow in getting across his line to deal with the set-piece.
Suddenly, England had discovered self-belief and Gerrard and Lampard began to become even more pivotal figures as they searched for the decisive second. However, the finishing was poor to say the least.
Lampard hit a left foot-shot wide, then wrongly elected to pass inside for Rooney after being put clear inside the box by Gerrard.
Spurs keeper Paul Robinson had his first save to make midway through the second half, pushing away a fierce shot by Valencia, but England were soon back in their new found groove.
Gerrard and Lampard combined again but a low cross from the Chelsea ace too far in front of Rooney.
he chunky hitman returned the compliment minutes later, skinning de la Cruz on the left before pulling back from Lampard but he skied his effort from 12 yards.
Rooney went close with a long-range effort that brought out a decent diving stop from Mora but it said much about English attitudes that Robinson and sub Jamie Carragher were both booked for time-wasting.
The final whistle was greeted as much by relief as joy by the England fans.
Just where would this team be without the Becks delivery service?
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soccer king ronaldo breaks mullers record at fifa world cup 2006
Soccer king ronaldo breaks mullers record at fifa world cup 2006
RONALDO became the leading scorer in World Cup finals history when he struck early in Brazil's last-16 match against Ghana in Dortmund yesterday.
The out-of-condition Real Madrid striker slotted home after four minutes to score his third goal in Germany and put his team on course for a 3-0 win and a place in the quarter-finals.
The 29-year-old exceeded the record set by Gerd Muller and has now scored 15 goals at the World Cup.
Muller's mark of 14 was set during West Germany's World Cup win of 1974. Muller played in two World Cups, in 1970 and 74, but Ronaldo's goals have come over three finals from 1998. He was also a squad member of the victorious 1994 party.
"The record was never my goal, it's just something that's happened," he said. "I'm happy to have broken this record; for seven World Cups it has not been broken. It's a great satisfaction, but our main objective is to reach the final."
Muller paid tribute to the Brazilian, saying: "Although Ronaldo is now [playing] in his third World Cup, this is nevertheless still a great achievement on his part." But he added: "I've always said that I wasn't the record-holder. That honour, for me, goes to Just Fontaine, who scored 13 goals in one tournament. He's the best in my book."
Referring to his step-over which took him past Ghana goalkeeper Richard Kingston to score, Ronaldo said: "I hope they continue falling for my tricks up to the final. I sensed I had to trick the goalie somehow. I figured it would complicate things if I kept the ball too long so I decided to do that dribble."
His coach, Carlos Alberto Parreira, paid tribute to the striker who many media observers thought should be dropped after early sub-standard performances. Parreira said: "We never had the doubt over Ronaldo. He is a special player and a player for the big moments."
RONALDO became the leading scorer in World Cup finals history when he struck early in Brazil's last-16 match against Ghana in Dortmund yesterday.
The out-of-condition Real Madrid striker slotted home after four minutes to score his third goal in Germany and put his team on course for a 3-0 win and a place in the quarter-finals.
The 29-year-old exceeded the record set by Gerd Muller and has now scored 15 goals at the World Cup.
Muller's mark of 14 was set during West Germany's World Cup win of 1974. Muller played in two World Cups, in 1970 and 74, but Ronaldo's goals have come over three finals from 1998. He was also a squad member of the victorious 1994 party.
"The record was never my goal, it's just something that's happened," he said. "I'm happy to have broken this record; for seven World Cups it has not been broken. It's a great satisfaction, but our main objective is to reach the final."
Muller paid tribute to the Brazilian, saying: "Although Ronaldo is now [playing] in his third World Cup, this is nevertheless still a great achievement on his part." But he added: "I've always said that I wasn't the record-holder. That honour, for me, goes to Just Fontaine, who scored 13 goals in one tournament. He's the best in my book."
Referring to his step-over which took him past Ghana goalkeeper Richard Kingston to score, Ronaldo said: "I hope they continue falling for my tricks up to the final. I sensed I had to trick the goalie somehow. I figured it would complicate things if I kept the ball too long so I decided to do that dribble."
His coach, Carlos Alberto Parreira, paid tribute to the striker who many media observers thought should be dropped after early sub-standard performances. Parreira said: "We never had the doubt over Ronaldo. He is a special player and a player for the big moments."
diwali stamps by US postal service
Issuance of US Postal Service stamp on Diwali - Citizens Stamp Advisory Committee, c/o Stamp Development, U S Postal Service, Washington, DC.
US postal stamp commemorating “Diwali”, the ancient and joyous festival of lights celebrated universally by Hindu and several other faiths, reflecting the unity and multi-cultural rich diversity of the people of USA and India.
Freedom of religion is a hallmark of United States of America. The U.S. Postal Department has befittingly honored Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and Eid by issuing commemorative stamps depicting these festivals. According to former President William J Clinton, “Diwali” presents all of us with an opportunity to reflect on the many ways, the talent, the history and the traditions of the Indian people who have contributed to our national life and cultural heritage. President George W Bush, this year- even though he was traveling in Asia-, made sure that “Diwali” was celebrated in The White House and he sent personal greetings and felicitations to the community on “Diwali”.
“Diwali” constitutes a medium to express gratitude and appreciation for the extraordinary diversity that is our nation’s greatest strength. “Diwali” symbolizes our incessant prayers and endeavor to be led from darkness (ignorance) to light (knowledge). It is celebrated to signify the victory of truth and righteousness over evil.
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US postal stamp commemorating “Diwali”, the ancient and joyous festival of lights celebrated universally by Hindu and several other faiths, reflecting the unity and multi-cultural rich diversity of the people of USA and India.
Freedom of religion is a hallmark of United States of America. The U.S. Postal Department has befittingly honored Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and Eid by issuing commemorative stamps depicting these festivals. According to former President William J Clinton, “Diwali” presents all of us with an opportunity to reflect on the many ways, the talent, the history and the traditions of the Indian people who have contributed to our national life and cultural heritage. President George W Bush, this year- even though he was traveling in Asia-, made sure that “Diwali” was celebrated in The White House and he sent personal greetings and felicitations to the community on “Diwali”.
“Diwali” constitutes a medium to express gratitude and appreciation for the extraordinary diversity that is our nation’s greatest strength. “Diwali” symbolizes our incessant prayers and endeavor to be led from darkness (ignorance) to light (knowledge). It is celebrated to signify the victory of truth and righteousness over evil.
request you to approve issuance of a US postal stamp commemorating the festival of lights “Diwali”.
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interesting facts about winner of fifa world cup 2006
Amazing numerology to predict the FIFA World Cup winner 2006
Just A reminder for todayss event which all of us have to make it happen
Know Something interesting facts about FIFA world cup 2006
Brazil won the world cup in 1994. Before that, he had won this title for the last time in 1970.
If you add up: 1970 plus 1994 is equeal to 3964
Argentina won the world cup for the last time in 1986. Before that only in 1978.
And 1978 plus 1986 is equeal to 3964
Germany, though, won the world cup in 1990. Before that, Germany won in 1974.
Look: 1990 plus 1974 is equeal to 3964
This could lead us to guess the winner of the World Cup in 2002, since it should be the winner
of the 1962 World Cup
In fact 3964 mines 2002 is equeal to 1962.
And Brazil won the world cup in 1962! And, in fact, Brazil won the 2002 WC
This numerology seems to work...
And now, who would be the winner of the 2006 world cup
Let's see, 3964 mines 2006 is equeal to 1958
And who won in 1958.
Oh, Brazil did
Just A reminder for todayss event which all of us have to make it happen
Know Something interesting facts about FIFA world cup 2006
Brazil won the world cup in 1994. Before that, he had won this title for the last time in 1970.
If you add up: 1970 plus 1994 is equeal to 3964
Argentina won the world cup for the last time in 1986. Before that only in 1978.
And 1978 plus 1986 is equeal to 3964
Germany, though, won the world cup in 1990. Before that, Germany won in 1974.
Look: 1990 plus 1974 is equeal to 3964
This could lead us to guess the winner of the World Cup in 2002, since it should be the winner
of the 1962 World Cup
In fact 3964 mines 2002 is equeal to 1962.
And Brazil won the world cup in 1962! And, in fact, Brazil won the 2002 WC
This numerology seems to work...
And now, who would be the winner of the 2006 world cup
Let's see, 3964 mines 2006 is equeal to 1958
And who won in 1958.
Oh, Brazil did
indians among biggest viewers of fifa world cup
India is a key market with regards to soccer viewership and huge fan following as compared to other South Asian nations, FIFA President Sepp Blatter said today.
"I am pleasantly surprised with the great interest in soccer in a cricket crazy nation like India," Blatter said adding that the glory of the soccer world cup has transcended, like in other countries, over the language and sport barriers in India.
"The special effort to telecast the 2006 FIFA world cup in Hindi will give further boost to the viewership," Blatter said in an official release by ESPN-STAR Sports, the official broadcaster of the event beginning in Germany from Friday.
"I am pleasantly surprised with the great interest in soccer in a cricket crazy nation like India," Blatter said adding that the glory of the soccer world cup has transcended, like in other countries, over the language and sport barriers in India.
"The special effort to telecast the 2006 FIFA world cup in Hindi will give further boost to the viewership," Blatter said in an official release by ESPN-STAR Sports, the official broadcaster of the event beginning in Germany from Friday.
over 60 football payers birthday celebration at fifa world cup 2006
Of the 736 players participating at the 2006 FIFA World Cup, 60 will celebrate their birthday during the competition, said FIFA Communications Division on Wednesday.
Furthermore, two coaches and two referees will also mark a birthday between 9 June and 9 July.
Of the 64 competition 'birthday boys', six, mostly Frenchmen, will be celebrating in style as their birthdays coincide with a match day of their home nation.
They are :
KLOSE Miroslav (09.06.1978), a German striker who will mark his 28th birthday by playing in the opening match against Costa Rica.
MALOUDA Florent (13.06.1980), who will turn 26 on the day of France's first match during the tournament against Switzerland.
LEMERRE Roger (18.06.1941). The Frenchman who coaches Tunisia is the only coach to celebrate a birthday/match day at the group stage. His birthday coincides with France's match against South Korea.
LAMPARD Frank (20.06.1978). On the occasion of his 28th birthday, he will be partying on the pitch with his team mates against Sweden.
And two maestros on a same day: ZIDANE Zinedine (23.06.1972) and VIEIRA Patrick (23.06.1976). They will not only share a birthday, but also celebrate it by playing for their national team against newcomers Togo in their final group match.
Furthermore, two coaches and two referees will also mark a birthday between 9 June and 9 July.
Of the 64 competition 'birthday boys', six, mostly Frenchmen, will be celebrating in style as their birthdays coincide with a match day of their home nation.
They are :
KLOSE Miroslav (09.06.1978), a German striker who will mark his 28th birthday by playing in the opening match against Costa Rica.
MALOUDA Florent (13.06.1980), who will turn 26 on the day of France's first match during the tournament against Switzerland.
LEMERRE Roger (18.06.1941). The Frenchman who coaches Tunisia is the only coach to celebrate a birthday/match day at the group stage. His birthday coincides with France's match against South Korea.
LAMPARD Frank (20.06.1978). On the occasion of his 28th birthday, he will be partying on the pitch with his team mates against Sweden.
And two maestros on a same day: ZIDANE Zinedine (23.06.1972) and VIEIRA Patrick (23.06.1976). They will not only share a birthday, but also celebrate it by playing for their national team against newcomers Togo in their final group match.
shiloh nouvel baby of angelina jolie and brad pitt - Hello vs. People
Hollywood Star Angelina Jolie has been struggling with the most explosive Hollywood secret ever! Brad Pitt may not be the father of here newborn daughter, a source tells The National Enquirer!
Angelina Jolie gave birth to Shiloh Nouvel Jolie-Pitt via Caesarean section on May 27 in a hospital in Namibia. Baby Shiloh Nouvel Jolie-Pitt, makes her first "offical" appearance in the June 19, 2006 issue of People magazine which hits newsstands tomorrow reports JustJared.com. The beautiful images shot by Getty show baby Shiloh Nouvel Jolie-Pitt with her "very excited and happy" parents Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt.
The couple sold rights to images of Shiloh Nouvel through Getty Images, saying proceeds would be donated to charity. People magazine paid a reported $4 million US for the right to release the pictures in North America, while Hello! magazine obtained British rights. The embargo on the images was broken when two websites posted an image of the cover of Hello!
People and Hello! launched legal action against the websites to prevent publication of the Hello! cover before the celebrity magazine was to go on sale today.
Angelina Jolie gave birth to Shiloh Nouvel Jolie-Pitt via Caesarean section on May 27 in a hospital in Namibia. Baby Shiloh Nouvel Jolie-Pitt, makes her first "offical" appearance in the June 19, 2006 issue of People magazine which hits newsstands tomorrow reports JustJared.com. The beautiful images shot by Getty show baby Shiloh Nouvel Jolie-Pitt with her "very excited and happy" parents Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt.
The couple sold rights to images of Shiloh Nouvel through Getty Images, saying proceeds would be donated to charity. People magazine paid a reported $4 million US for the right to release the pictures in North America, while Hello! magazine obtained British rights. The embargo on the images was broken when two websites posted an image of the cover of Hello!
People and Hello! launched legal action against the websites to prevent publication of the Hello! cover before the celebrity magazine was to go on sale today.
7 steps to take control of your life
Taking control of your life is getting in touch with your values, setting meaningful goals and identifying your vision. To be in control of where life is taking you means being more productive, dealing more effectively with stress, having the ability to solve problems, handing change and developing healthy optimism. Start with these 7 steps and you are on your way.
1. Get in touch with your values:
When we feel like we are working hard but not getting anywhere it is probably because our priorities are not aligned with our values. To begin identifying your values ask yourself these questions:
Ø What is important to me? Wisdom, freedom, happiness, equality, security, self-respect, romantic love, money, power, comfortable living, fresh air, beauty, controlling others, etc. Rate these values.
Ø Who is important to me?
Ø What or who is most important? Be honest with yourself.
Ø What do I need to do to feel good about myself?
Ø How would you feel if someone you respect knew this was one of your values?
Ø Would you stick by this value?
Ø Is it who you are?
Ø How is this value affecting your life?
Make a list of your 10 top values. Of that 10 choose 4 and of the 4 choose your top two. From this exercise you will see where you need to focus your time and effort.
2. Decide what motivates you:
Goals are worthless without action. If you have written long-term and short-term goals and prioritized them, you have a plan of action. Just take it one step at a time and do something everyday that takes you closer to where you want to be. Remember however, to live in the present and be thankful for what you have now, enjoying the journey toward your goals.
Taking control of your life is getting in touch with your values, setting meaningful goals and identifying your vision. To be in control of where life is taking you means being more productive, dealing more effectively with stress, having the ability to solve problems, handing change and developing healthy optimism. Start with these 7 steps and you are on your way.
1. Get in touch with your values:
When we feel like we are working hard but not getting anywhere it is probably because our priorities are not aligned with our values. To begin identifying your values ask yourself these questions:
Ø What is important to me? Wisdom, freedom, happiness, equality, security, self-respect, romantic love, money, power, comfortable living, fresh air, beauty, controlling others, etc. Rate these values.
Ø Who is important to me?
Ø What or who is most important? Be honest with yourself.
Ø What do I need to do to feel good about myself?
Ø How would you feel if someone you respect knew this was one of your values?
Ø Would you stick by this value?
Ø Is it who you are?
Ø How is this value affecting your life?
Make a list of your 10 top values. Of that 10 choose 4 and of the 4 choose your top two. From this exercise you will see where you need to focus your time and effort.
2. Decide what motivates you:
If tomorrow you knew you could do anything and not fail what would you do? Is there something you are passionate about but are afraid of trying? If you have no idea what your passion is spend some time reflecting on it. To start, write down the types of activities you like to do and the types of activities (hobbies) that make you feel good when you do them. What are your special skills and talents ? Don't be shy ? Usually if it's something we like to do we are probably good at it. What inspires you?
3. Set Goals:
In order to get what you really want you must start by setting goals. Goals fuel your intent and make your desires concrete. Start by writing the goals for this year in area of personal relationships, work, health, finances and spirituality. List five goals in each category (add more categories if you like). Then break them down into monthly and then weekly goals. Focusing on what you intend in your life will bring it to reality. You create your life ? So start now by setting your goals.
4. Take Action:
Goals are worthless without action. If you have written long-term and short-term goals and prioritized them, you have a plan of action. Just take it one step at a time and do something everyday that takes you closer to where you want to be. Remember however, to live in the present and be thankful for what you have now, enjoying the journey toward your goals.
5. Manage Your Time:
We all have the same amount of time to use in a day. Why do some people a lot done while others do very little? You have complete control of how much time you spend productively and how much you waste. Plan your days and prioritize your time to get the most out of the time you have. Use time-wasters like standing in line or waiting in a doctor's office to catch up on reading or something else that is important to you.
6. Do What Needs to be Done:
Do what has to be done to get to where you want to go. Whether it is a mundane task or internal work, putting it off gets us nowhere. You are either going forward or falling behind; there is no such thing as standing still. Sometimes when we work on ourselves we stop when we get to a place that we need to change. Change can be difficult when we have to step out of our comfort zone. The more change is needed the more difficult it is.
7. Self-discipline:
Self-discipline is the final step that takes all that we have learned and puts it into action. This is a trait that for most of us has to be developed. To reach our goals we must visualize them as already being accomplished and have faith that we can reach them. When you believe in and trust yourself and have enough desire, self-discipline comes easily.
1. Get in touch with your values:
When we feel like we are working hard but not getting anywhere it is probably because our priorities are not aligned with our values. To begin identifying your values ask yourself these questions:
Ø What is important to me? Wisdom, freedom, happiness, equality, security, self-respect, romantic love, money, power, comfortable living, fresh air, beauty, controlling others, etc. Rate these values.
Ø Who is important to me?
Ø What or who is most important? Be honest with yourself.
Ø What do I need to do to feel good about myself?
Ø How would you feel if someone you respect knew this was one of your values?
Ø Would you stick by this value?
Ø Is it who you are?
Ø How is this value affecting your life?
Make a list of your 10 top values. Of that 10 choose 4 and of the 4 choose your top two. From this exercise you will see where you need to focus your time and effort.
2. Decide what motivates you:
If tomorrow you knew you could do anything and not fail what would you do? Is there something you are passionate about but are afraid of trying? If you have no idea what your passion is spend some time reflecting on it. To start, write down the types of activities you like to do and the types of activities (hobbies) that make you feel good when you do them. What are your special skills and talents ? Don't be shy ? Usually if it's something we like to do we are probably good at it. What inspires you?
3. Set Goals:
In order to get what you really want you must start by setting goals. Goals fuel your intent and make your desires concrete. Start by writing the goals for this year in area of personal relationships, work, health, finances and spirituality. List five goals in each category (add more categories if you like). Then break them down into monthly and then weekly goals. Focusing on what you intend in your life will bring it to reality. You create your life ? So start now by setting your goals.
Goals are worthless without action. If you have written long-term and short-term goals and prioritized them, you have a plan of action. Just take it one step at a time and do something everyday that takes you closer to where you want to be. Remember however, to live in the present and be thankful for what you have now, enjoying the journey toward your goals.
Taking control of your life is getting in touch with your values, setting meaningful goals and identifying your vision. To be in control of where life is taking you means being more productive, dealing more effectively with stress, having the ability to solve problems, handing change and developing healthy optimism. Start with these 7 steps and you are on your way.
1. Get in touch with your values:
When we feel like we are working hard but not getting anywhere it is probably because our priorities are not aligned with our values. To begin identifying your values ask yourself these questions:
Ø What is important to me? Wisdom, freedom, happiness, equality, security, self-respect, romantic love, money, power, comfortable living, fresh air, beauty, controlling others, etc. Rate these values.
Ø Who is important to me?
Ø What or who is most important? Be honest with yourself.
Ø What do I need to do to feel good about myself?
Ø How would you feel if someone you respect knew this was one of your values?
Ø Would you stick by this value?
Ø Is it who you are?
Ø How is this value affecting your life?
Make a list of your 10 top values. Of that 10 choose 4 and of the 4 choose your top two. From this exercise you will see where you need to focus your time and effort.
2. Decide what motivates you:
If tomorrow you knew you could do anything and not fail what would you do? Is there something you are passionate about but are afraid of trying? If you have no idea what your passion is spend some time reflecting on it. To start, write down the types of activities you like to do and the types of activities (hobbies) that make you feel good when you do them. What are your special skills and talents ? Don't be shy ? Usually if it's something we like to do we are probably good at it. What inspires you?
3. Set Goals:
In order to get what you really want you must start by setting goals. Goals fuel your intent and make your desires concrete. Start by writing the goals for this year in area of personal relationships, work, health, finances and spirituality. List five goals in each category (add more categories if you like). Then break them down into monthly and then weekly goals. Focusing on what you intend in your life will bring it to reality. You create your life ? So start now by setting your goals.
4. Take Action:
Goals are worthless without action. If you have written long-term and short-term goals and prioritized them, you have a plan of action. Just take it one step at a time and do something everyday that takes you closer to where you want to be. Remember however, to live in the present and be thankful for what you have now, enjoying the journey toward your goals.
5. Manage Your Time:
We all have the same amount of time to use in a day. Why do some people a lot done while others do very little? You have complete control of how much time you spend productively and how much you waste. Plan your days and prioritize your time to get the most out of the time you have. Use time-wasters like standing in line or waiting in a doctor's office to catch up on reading or something else that is important to you.
6. Do What Needs to be Done:
Do what has to be done to get to where you want to go. Whether it is a mundane task or internal work, putting it off gets us nowhere. You are either going forward or falling behind; there is no such thing as standing still. Sometimes when we work on ourselves we stop when we get to a place that we need to change. Change can be difficult when we have to step out of our comfort zone. The more change is needed the more difficult it is.
7. Self-discipline:
Self-discipline is the final step that takes all that we have learned and puts it into action. This is a trait that for most of us has to be developed. To reach our goals we must visualize them as already being accomplished and have faith that we can reach them. When you believe in and trust yourself and have enough desire, self-discipline comes easily.
amazing bumper stickers
Amazing Bumper Stickers Collection
Be alert. The world needs more lerts.
So many stupid people, and so few asteroids.
Want a little taste of religion? Bite the minister.
My mind is like a steel trap. Rusty and illegal in most states.
My wife says I should get up and go to work, but the voices in my head say I should stay home and clean my guns.
Don't believe everything you think.Help your local Search & Rescue. Get lost! Jesus saves. He uses double coupons.Jesus loves you. But I'm his favorite.This bumper sticker intentionally left blank for ----------- ??????
When you do a good deed, get a receipt in case heaven is like the IRS.
Double your drive space. Delete Windows.
If it ain't broke, take it apart and fix it.
MOP AND GLO - The floor wax used by Three Mile Island cleanup team.
I'm Canadian. It's like being American, but without the gun.
Whenever I feel blue, I start breathing again.
Give a person a fish and you feed them for a day; teach a person to use the Internet and they
won't bother you for weeks.
I used to have a handle on life, but it broke.
The original point and click interface was a Smith & Wesson.
The control key on the keyboard does not work.
The meek shall inherit the earth, after we're through with it.
Being "over the hill" is much better than being under it!
Wrinkled was not one of the things I wanted to be when I grew up.
Nuke the Whales! We'll hunt them at night.
Jesus loves you! Everybody else thinks you're a jerk.
Lawyers have feelings too (allegedly).
If there is no God, who always pops up that next Kleenex?
Too much Pluribus, not enough Unum.
Forget world peace; visualize using your turn signal.
What wouldn't Jesus do?
If you believe in telepathy, think about honking.
People like you are the reason people like me need medication.
Every time you open your mouth, some idiot starts talking.
The box said Windows 2000 or better. So I installed Linux.
Use the best: Linux for servers, Mac for graphics, Windows for Solitaire.
I found Jesus - he was behind the sofa all the time.
So many cats, so few recipes.
Save the trees, wipe your butt with an owl.
Don't make me mad. I'm running out of places to hide the bodies.
Rock is dead. Long live paper and scissors.
Knowledge is power, and power corrupts. So study hard and be evil.
On the journey of life, I choose the psycho path.
On your mark, get set, go away!
What would Scooby do?
The last thing I want to do is hurt you. But it's still on the list.
Let's skip the insults and get right down to your butt kicking!
I don't have a beer gut, I have a protective covering for my rock hard abs.
I am not infantile, you stinky poopyhead.
If you can read this, you're not the president.
To err is human, to blame it on somebody else shows management potential.
Liberal Arts major: will think for food.
Visualize Whirled Peas
If you can read this, I've lost the trailer!
Stoplights timed for 30 mph are also timed for 60 mph.
I didn't climb all the way to the top of the food chain to be a vegetarian.
Don't treat me any differently than you would the Queen.
Practice safe lunch: Use a condiment.
What we need is a patch for stupidity!
Follow that car, Godzilla - and step on it!
Frankly, Scallop, I don't give a clam.
Wrinkled was not one of the things I wanted to be when I grew up!
I fought the lawn, and the lawn won.
If you can't read this, thank the teacher's union.
Procrastinate now.
The last time politics and religion were mixed, people were burned at the stake.
Rehab is for quitters.
My dog can lick anyone!
I have a degree in Liberal Arts - do you want fries with that?
Suburbia: Where they tear out the trees and name streets after them.
Do they ever shut up on your planet?
If you were born again, would you have two bellybuttons?
All men are idiots, and I married their King.
West Virginia: One million people, and 15 last names.
I'm out Of Estrogen and I've got a gun!
A journey of a thousand miles begins with a cash advance.
Who are these children, and why do they keep calling me Mom?
The trouble with life is there's no background music.
Mop and Glo - The floor wax used by Three-Mile-Island cleanup team.
NyQuil - The stuffy, sneezy, why-the-hell-is-the-room-spinning medicine.
Quoting one is plagiarism. Quoting many is research.
Therapy is expensive. Popping bubble wrap is cheap. You choose.
Gravity: It's not just a good idea. It's the law.
Does the name Pavlov ring a bell?
You - Off my planet.
If you are what you eat, I'm fast, cheap and easy.
Well, this day was a total waste of makeup.
Errors have been made. Others will be blamed.
And your cry-baby whiny-assed opinion would be...?
Warning: Dates on calendar are closer than they appear.
I'm not crazy, I've just been in a very bad mood for 30 years.
Allow me to introduce my selves.
Sarcasm is just one more service I offer.
Whatever kind of look you were going for, you missed.
I'm trying to imagine you with a personality.
Stress is when you wake up screaming and you realize you weren't asleep.
I can't remember if I'm the good twin or the evil one.
There's no place like 127.0.0.1
I just want revenge. Is that so wrong?
You say I'm a bitch like it's a bad thing.
Nice perfume. Must you marinate in it?
Chaos, panic, and disorder - my work here is done.
Earth is full. Go home.
Is it time for your medication or mine?
Nyquil: the stuffy, sneezy, why-the-hell-is-the-room-spinning medicine.
How do I set a laser printer to stun?
Getting on your feet means getting off your butt.
I'm not tense, just terribly, terribly alert.
If you want breakfast in bed, sleep in the kitchen.
First National Bank of Dad; Sorry, closed.
In dog years, I'm dead!
South Korea's got Seoul!
Love may be blind, but marriage is a real eye opener.
The trouble with the gene pool is that there's no lifeguard.
God made us sisters; Prozac made us friends.
IRS: Be Audit You Can Be
My mother is a travel agent for guilt trips.
Senior Citizen: Give me my damn discount!
(Spotted on a passing motorcycle): If you can read this, my wife fell off!
I used to be schizophrenic, but we're OK now.
Wanted: Meaningful overnight relationship.
I'm going to graduate on time, no matter how long it takes.
Anything not worth doing is not worth doing well.
A day without sunshine is like night.
First things first, but not necessarily in that order.
Old age comes at a bad time.
If going to church makes you a Christian, does going into a garage make you a car?
In America, anyone can be president. That's one of the risks you take.
Some people are only alive because it is illegal to shoot them.
You're just jealous because the voices only talk to ME.
Beer: It's not just for breakfast anymore.
So you're a feminist. Isn't that cute?
I need someone real bad. Are you real bad?
Beauty is in the eye of the beer holder.
The more you complain the longer God makes you live.
I R S: We've got what it takes to take what you've got.
Hard work has a future payoff. Laziness pays off now.
Reality is a crutch for people who can't handle drugs.
Out of my mind - back in five minutes.
Without ME, it's just AWESO.
As long as there are tests, there will be prayer in public schools.
Life would be easier if I had the source code.
Hang up and drive.
Nebraska: At least the cows are sane.
God must love stupid people. He made SO many.
I said "no" to drugs, but they didn't listen.
Your kid may be an Honor Student, but YOU'RE still an idiot.
I fish, therefore I lie.
Smile, it's the second best thing you can do with your lips.
I took an IQ test and the results were negative.
Where there's a will, I want to be in it.
If catapults are outlawed, only outlaws will have catapults.
It's lonely at the top, but you eat better.
Don't drink and drive. You might hit a bump and spill your drink.
Consciousness: That annoying time between naps.
Ever stop to think, and forget to start again?
Rap is to music as Etch-A-Sketch is to art.
Honk If you want to see my finger.
God is my co-pilot, but the Devil is my bombardier.
I don't have a license to kill. I have a learner's permit.
Keep honking while I reload.
Taxation WITH representation isn't so hot, either!
Madness takes its toll. Please have exact change.
EARTH FIRST! We'll strip-mine the other planets later.
If you can read this, I can hit my brakes and sue you.
Save the whales! Trade them for valuable prizes.
Whitewater is over when the First Lady sings.
Jack Kevorkian for White House physician.
My wife keeps complaining I never listen to her (or something like that).
Constipation causes people not to give a crap.
Sure you can trust the government! Just ask a native American!
Alcohol and calculus don't mix. Never drink and derive.
Stop repeat offenders. Don't re-elect them!
What if the hokey pokey is really what it's all about?
If at first you don't succeed, call it version 1.0!
Driver carries no cash. He's married.
All I ask is the chance to prove that money can't make me happy.
Karaoke bars combine two of the nation's greatest evils — people who shouldn't drink with people who shouldn't sing.
If I get you advantage, can I take drunk of you?
Watch out for the idiot behind me.
I drive far too fast to worry about cholesterol!
So you're kids no honor student. Society needs laborers.
Honk if you hate peace and quiet.
I have the body of a god. Buddha.
In case of rapture, can I have your car?
Never miss a good opportunity to shut up.
I doubt, therefore I might be.
Your stupid!
There are 10 types of people in the world. Those who understand binary, and those who don't.
Don’t bother honking or flashing your lights, I'm deaf and blind.
Honk if you've never seen a gun fired from a moving vehicle.
Time is nature's way of keeping everything from happening all at once.
If it isn't broken, fix it until it is.
Thank God I'm an atheist.
Never knock on Death's door. Ring the bell and run, he hates that.
Some days it's just not worth gnawing through the leather straps.
It's lonely at the top, but you eat better.
New Mexico: Cleaner than regular Mexico.
If you're not part of the solution, you're part of the precipitate.
If you're happy and you know it see a shrink.
Vegetarian: Indian word for lousy hunter.
Worry. God knows all about you.
I drive the speed limit. If you don't like it, call a cop!
Vote Democrat — it's easier than working!
Vote Republican — it's easier than thinking!
Keep the dream alive: Hit the snooze button.
Squirrels: Nature's speed bumps.
Women who seek to be equal with men lack ambition.
Be alert. The world needs more lerts.
So many stupid people, and so few asteroids.
Want a little taste of religion? Bite the minister.
My mind is like a steel trap. Rusty and illegal in most states.
My wife says I should get up and go to work, but the voices in my head say I should stay home and clean my guns.
Don't believe everything you think.Help your local Search & Rescue. Get lost! Jesus saves. He uses double coupons.Jesus loves you. But I'm his favorite.This bumper sticker intentionally left blank for ----------- ??????
When you do a good deed, get a receipt in case heaven is like the IRS.
Double your drive space. Delete Windows.
If it ain't broke, take it apart and fix it.
MOP AND GLO - The floor wax used by Three Mile Island cleanup team.
I'm Canadian. It's like being American, but without the gun.
Whenever I feel blue, I start breathing again.
Give a person a fish and you feed them for a day; teach a person to use the Internet and they
won't bother you for weeks.
I used to have a handle on life, but it broke.
The original point and click interface was a Smith & Wesson.
The control key on the keyboard does not work.
The meek shall inherit the earth, after we're through with it.
Being "over the hill" is much better than being under it!
Wrinkled was not one of the things I wanted to be when I grew up.
Nuke the Whales! We'll hunt them at night.
Jesus loves you! Everybody else thinks you're a jerk.
Lawyers have feelings too (allegedly).
If there is no God, who always pops up that next Kleenex?
Too much Pluribus, not enough Unum.
Forget world peace; visualize using your turn signal.
What wouldn't Jesus do?
If you believe in telepathy, think about honking.
People like you are the reason people like me need medication.
Every time you open your mouth, some idiot starts talking.
The box said Windows 2000 or better. So I installed Linux.
Use the best: Linux for servers, Mac for graphics, Windows for Solitaire.
I found Jesus - he was behind the sofa all the time.
So many cats, so few recipes.
Save the trees, wipe your butt with an owl.
Don't make me mad. I'm running out of places to hide the bodies.
Rock is dead. Long live paper and scissors.
Knowledge is power, and power corrupts. So study hard and be evil.
On the journey of life, I choose the psycho path.
On your mark, get set, go away!
What would Scooby do?
The last thing I want to do is hurt you. But it's still on the list.
Let's skip the insults and get right down to your butt kicking!
I don't have a beer gut, I have a protective covering for my rock hard abs.
I am not infantile, you stinky poopyhead.
If you can read this, you're not the president.
To err is human, to blame it on somebody else shows management potential.
Liberal Arts major: will think for food.
Visualize Whirled Peas
If you can read this, I've lost the trailer!
Stoplights timed for 30 mph are also timed for 60 mph.
I didn't climb all the way to the top of the food chain to be a vegetarian.
Don't treat me any differently than you would the Queen.
Practice safe lunch: Use a condiment.
What we need is a patch for stupidity!
Follow that car, Godzilla - and step on it!
Frankly, Scallop, I don't give a clam.
Wrinkled was not one of the things I wanted to be when I grew up!
I fought the lawn, and the lawn won.
If you can't read this, thank the teacher's union.
Procrastinate now.
The last time politics and religion were mixed, people were burned at the stake.
Rehab is for quitters.
My dog can lick anyone!
I have a degree in Liberal Arts - do you want fries with that?
Suburbia: Where they tear out the trees and name streets after them.
Do they ever shut up on your planet?
If you were born again, would you have two bellybuttons?
All men are idiots, and I married their King.
West Virginia: One million people, and 15 last names.
I'm out Of Estrogen and I've got a gun!
A journey of a thousand miles begins with a cash advance.
Who are these children, and why do they keep calling me Mom?
The trouble with life is there's no background music.
Mop and Glo - The floor wax used by Three-Mile-Island cleanup team.
NyQuil - The stuffy, sneezy, why-the-hell-is-the-room-spinning medicine.
Quoting one is plagiarism. Quoting many is research.
Therapy is expensive. Popping bubble wrap is cheap. You choose.
Gravity: It's not just a good idea. It's the law.
Does the name Pavlov ring a bell?
You - Off my planet.
If you are what you eat, I'm fast, cheap and easy.
Well, this day was a total waste of makeup.
Errors have been made. Others will be blamed.
And your cry-baby whiny-assed opinion would be...?
Warning: Dates on calendar are closer than they appear.
I'm not crazy, I've just been in a very bad mood for 30 years.
Allow me to introduce my selves.
Sarcasm is just one more service I offer.
Whatever kind of look you were going for, you missed.
I'm trying to imagine you with a personality.
Stress is when you wake up screaming and you realize you weren't asleep.
I can't remember if I'm the good twin or the evil one.
There's no place like 127.0.0.1
I just want revenge. Is that so wrong?
You say I'm a bitch like it's a bad thing.
Nice perfume. Must you marinate in it?
Chaos, panic, and disorder - my work here is done.
Earth is full. Go home.
Is it time for your medication or mine?
Nyquil: the stuffy, sneezy, why-the-hell-is-the-room-spinning medicine.
How do I set a laser printer to stun?
Getting on your feet means getting off your butt.
I'm not tense, just terribly, terribly alert.
If you want breakfast in bed, sleep in the kitchen.
First National Bank of Dad; Sorry, closed.
In dog years, I'm dead!
South Korea's got Seoul!
Love may be blind, but marriage is a real eye opener.
The trouble with the gene pool is that there's no lifeguard.
God made us sisters; Prozac made us friends.
IRS: Be Audit You Can Be
My mother is a travel agent for guilt trips.
Senior Citizen: Give me my damn discount!
(Spotted on a passing motorcycle): If you can read this, my wife fell off!
I used to be schizophrenic, but we're OK now.
Wanted: Meaningful overnight relationship.
I'm going to graduate on time, no matter how long it takes.
Anything not worth doing is not worth doing well.
A day without sunshine is like night.
First things first, but not necessarily in that order.
Old age comes at a bad time.
If going to church makes you a Christian, does going into a garage make you a car?
In America, anyone can be president. That's one of the risks you take.
Some people are only alive because it is illegal to shoot them.
You're just jealous because the voices only talk to ME.
Beer: It's not just for breakfast anymore.
So you're a feminist. Isn't that cute?
I need someone real bad. Are you real bad?
Beauty is in the eye of the beer holder.
The more you complain the longer God makes you live.
I R S: We've got what it takes to take what you've got.
Hard work has a future payoff. Laziness pays off now.
Reality is a crutch for people who can't handle drugs.
Out of my mind - back in five minutes.
Without ME, it's just AWESO.
As long as there are tests, there will be prayer in public schools.
Life would be easier if I had the source code.
Hang up and drive.
Nebraska: At least the cows are sane.
God must love stupid people. He made SO many.
I said "no" to drugs, but they didn't listen.
Your kid may be an Honor Student, but YOU'RE still an idiot.
I fish, therefore I lie.
Smile, it's the second best thing you can do with your lips.
I took an IQ test and the results were negative.
Where there's a will, I want to be in it.
If catapults are outlawed, only outlaws will have catapults.
It's lonely at the top, but you eat better.
Don't drink and drive. You might hit a bump and spill your drink.
Consciousness: That annoying time between naps.
Ever stop to think, and forget to start again?
Rap is to music as Etch-A-Sketch is to art.
Honk If you want to see my finger.
God is my co-pilot, but the Devil is my bombardier.
I don't have a license to kill. I have a learner's permit.
Keep honking while I reload.
Taxation WITH representation isn't so hot, either!
Madness takes its toll. Please have exact change.
EARTH FIRST! We'll strip-mine the other planets later.
If you can read this, I can hit my brakes and sue you.
Save the whales! Trade them for valuable prizes.
Whitewater is over when the First Lady sings.
Jack Kevorkian for White House physician.
My wife keeps complaining I never listen to her (or something like that).
Constipation causes people not to give a crap.
Sure you can trust the government! Just ask a native American!
Alcohol and calculus don't mix. Never drink and derive.
Stop repeat offenders. Don't re-elect them!
What if the hokey pokey is really what it's all about?
If at first you don't succeed, call it version 1.0!
Driver carries no cash. He's married.
All I ask is the chance to prove that money can't make me happy.
Karaoke bars combine two of the nation's greatest evils — people who shouldn't drink with people who shouldn't sing.
If I get you advantage, can I take drunk of you?
Watch out for the idiot behind me.
I drive far too fast to worry about cholesterol!
So you're kids no honor student. Society needs laborers.
Honk if you hate peace and quiet.
I have the body of a god. Buddha.
In case of rapture, can I have your car?
Never miss a good opportunity to shut up.
I doubt, therefore I might be.
Your stupid!
There are 10 types of people in the world. Those who understand binary, and those who don't.
Don’t bother honking or flashing your lights, I'm deaf and blind.
Honk if you've never seen a gun fired from a moving vehicle.
Time is nature's way of keeping everything from happening all at once.
If it isn't broken, fix it until it is.
Thank God I'm an atheist.
Never knock on Death's door. Ring the bell and run, he hates that.
Some days it's just not worth gnawing through the leather straps.
It's lonely at the top, but you eat better.
New Mexico: Cleaner than regular Mexico.
If you're not part of the solution, you're part of the precipitate.
If you're happy and you know it see a shrink.
Vegetarian: Indian word for lousy hunter.
Worry. God knows all about you.
I drive the speed limit. If you don't like it, call a cop!
Vote Democrat — it's easier than working!
Vote Republican — it's easier than thinking!
Keep the dream alive: Hit the snooze button.
Squirrels: Nature's speed bumps.
Women who seek to be equal with men lack ambition.
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