The Most Beautiful Pictures In The World!

If life is a canvas, this guy is surely painting beautiful pictures with it. He sure can make any picture 'stand out'. And no, he did not draw on paper or materials of any sort. Instead, he drew on the pavement. Be inspired!

How Kids Risk Death Just to Go to School - Everyday

Sometimes we have to count ourselves very very lucky. To be able to go to school in a bus, in comfort. Even though sometimes we were pushed or have to push for space. We ought to learn about graditude and not taking things as simple as going to school for granted.

These kids make use of every little resources they have just to go school. Every single day, they risk death by riding a 1,200 feet wire to school. Thy make me realize how lucky we really are.


Such Brave Children! - Watch the top videos of the week here

The Impossible Dream

How many times have you reached for something, felt it so close and then gave up? How many times have you decided to change your life, but you are still where you were?

Everyone desires success to achieve the impossible dream, but few people actually achieve it. In this very rare and inspiring movie, you'll learn how to go beyond your limits and turn your level of commitment into a "leap of faith" to achieve what is important to you.

Something To Ponder

The following is something to ponder if you don't know what to be thankful for.

If you have food in the refrigerator, clothes on your back, a roof overhead and a place to sleep ... you are richer than 75% of this world.

If you have money in the bank, in your wallet, and spare change in a dish someplace ... you are among the top 8% of the world's wealthy.

If you woke up this morning with more health than illness ... you are more blessed than the million who will not survive this week.

If you have never experienced the danger of battle, the loneliness of imprisonment, the agony of torture, or the pangs of starvation... you are ahead of 500 million people in the world.

If you can attend a church or synagogue meeting without fear of harassment, arrest, torture, or death ... you are more blessed than three billion people in the world.

If your parents are still alive and still married ... you are very rare, even in the United States.

If you hold up your head with a smile on your face and are truly thankful ... you are blessed because the majority can, but most do not.

If you can hold someone's hand, hug them or even touch them on the shoulder ... you are blessed because you can offer a healing touch.

If you can read this message, you just received a double blessing in that someone was thinking of you, and furthermore, you are more blessed than over two billion people in the world that cannot read at all.

Now isn’t that something to ponder about?

Watch Charlie Rose Interview Anthony Robbins For 55 mins

What began as a young person’s desire to help individuals transform the quality of their lives has grown into Robbins’ lifelong crusade as he is called on by leaders from every walk of life—presidents, political leaders, advocates for humanity, CEOs of multinational corporations, psychologists, peak performance athletes, world-class entertainers, teachers, and parents. Since fathering the life coaching industry, Robbins has produced the #1-selling audio coaching system of all time.

Watch Charlie Rose interview Anthony Robbins for a full 55 mins.

$10 Million Giveaway - Helping Others Help Themselves

What a brilliant idea! Kiva.org is a lending organization with a twist: Anyone with a bit of money (as little as $25.00) and an Internet connection can step forward as a microlender to assist struggling third-world entrepreneurs get out of poverty. Kiva says entrepreneurs pay back their loans an incredible 99% of the time." (Yahoo) Click here to view the video.

Everest Dream - The Mount Everest Summit

This is the Everest Dream, the most awe-inspiring video ever seen.

Changing Diapers Without Arms

This mom is not just beautiful, she is inspiring too. Born without arms, she took advantage of all she had left, her feet and will to live and make the best use of it. She change diapers, drive a car, buy groceries all by herself.

Incredibly, She never once thought of giving up herself. Today, she is raising a family and running a business from home. In her own words..."You dont have to feel sorry for yourself, you can go out there and live a full live like anyone else."

How Did the Term 'Rule of Thumb' Came About and More Interesting Facts!

In the 1400's a law was set forth in England that a
man was allowed to beat his wife with a stick no thicker than his thumb. Hence
we have "the rule of thumb"
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Many years ago in Scotland , a new game was invented. It was ruled
"Gentlemen Only...Ladies Forbidden"...and thus the word GOLF entered
into the English language.
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The first couple to be shown in bed together on prime time TV were Fred and
Wilma Flintstone.
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Every day more money is printed for Monopoly than the U.S. Treasury.
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Men can read smaller print than women can; women can hear better.
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Coca-Cola was originally green.
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It is impossible to lick your elbow.
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The State with the highest percentage of people who walk to work: Alaska
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The percentage of Africa that is wilderness: 28% (now get this...)
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The percentage of North America that is wilderness: 38%
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The cost of raising a medium-size dog to the age of eleven: $
16,400
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The average number of people airborne over the U.S. in any given hour: 61,000
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Intelligent people have more zinc and copper in their hair.
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The first novel ever written on a typewriter: Tom Sawyer.
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The San Francisco Cable cars are the only mobile National Monuments.
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Each king in a deck of playing cards represents a great king from history:

Spades - King David

Hearts - Charlemagne

Clubs -Alexander, the Great

Diamonds - Julius Caesar
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111,111,111 x 111,111,111 = 12,345,678,987,654,321
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If a statue in the park of a person on a horse has both front legs in the air,
the person died in battle. If the horse has one front leg in the air the person
died as a result of wounds received in battle. If the horse has all four legs on
the ground, the person died of natural causes.
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Only two people signed the Declaration of Independence on July 4th, John Hancock
and Charles Thomson. Most of the rest signed on August 2, but the last signature
wasn't added until 5 years later.
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Q. Half of all Americans live within 50 miles of what?

A. Their birthplace
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Q. Most boat owners name their boats. What is the most popular boat name
requested?

A. Obsession
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Q. If you were to spell out numbers, how far would you have to go until you
would find the letter "A"?

A. One thousand
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Q. What do bulletproof vests, fire escapes, windshield wipers, and laser
printers all have in common?

A. All were invented by women.
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Q. What is the only food that doesn't spoil?

A. Honey
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Q. Which day are there more collect calls than any other day of the year?

A. Father's Day
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In Shakespeare's time, mattresses were secured on bed frames by ropes. When you
pulled on the ropes the mattress tightened, making the bed firmer to sleep on.
Hence the phrase......... "goodnight, sleep tight."
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It was the accepted practice in Babylon 4,000 years ago that for a month after
the wedding, the bride's father would supply his son-in-law with all the mead he
could drink. Mead is a honey beer and because their calendar was lunar based,
this period was called the honey month, which we know today as the honeymoon.
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In English pubs, ale is ordered by pints and quarts... So in old England , when
customers got unruly, the bartender would yell at them "Mind your pints and
quarts, and settle down."

It's where we get the phrase "mind your P's and Q's"
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Many years ago in England , pub frequenters had a whistle baked into the rim, or
handle, of their ceramic cups. When they needed a refill, they used the whistle
to get some service. "Wet your whistle" is the phrase inspired by this
practice.
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At least 75% of people who read this will try to lick their elbow!
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Don't delete this just because it looks weird. Believe it or not, you can read
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YOU KNOW YOU ARE LIVING IN 2006 when...

1. You accidentally enter your PIN on the microwave.

2. You haven't played solitaire with real cards in years.

3. You have a list of 15 phone numbers to reach your family of three.

4. You e-mail the person who works at the desk next to you.

5. Your reason for not staying in touch with friends and family is that
they don't have e-mail addresses.

6. You pull up in your own driveway and use your cell phone to see if
anyone is home to help you carry in the groceries.

7. Every commercial on television has a web site at the bottom of the
screen.

8. Leaving the house without your cell phone, which you didn't even have
the first 20 or 30 (or 60) years of your life, is now a cause for panic and you
turn around to go and get it.

10. You get up in the morning and go on line before getting your coffee.

11. You start tilting your head sideways to smile. : )

12. You're reading this and nodding and laughing.

13. Even worse, you know exactly to whom you are going to forward this
message.

14. You are too busy to notice there was no #9 on this list.

15. You actually scrolled back up to check that there wasn't a #9 on this
list.

AND NOW U R LAUGHING at yourself.

Go on, forward this to your friends. You know you want to!

Ps: If you think of forwarding this, please attribute to my blog. Thanks!

How Hungry Are You To Succeed?

It is amazing how strong one can get if he or she is hungry enough. Success largely depend on how hungry you are. its not about the build or the size of your body. Its not about the people you already know. Its not about the skills you already have. its about your desire. How hungry are you to succeed?

Here is a little clip that, after watching, can inspire you to be more hungry...

Why are Dogs Man's Best Friend

Found this in a local forum. Its heart warming to note that this dog brave across the street to save his friend who was knocked down by a car.

However, after realizing that his friend was already dead, he tries his best to move it away from the traffic. Knowing that he was too weak to do that, he stayed behind to keep his friend company.

There are times where passerby wanted to help but was barked away by the dog. It is a classic example of why they are called 'Man's Best Friend'.

I wonder sometimes, if the people around us will go to that extend and stay around when you are in trouble, or will they just leave.

Belief - The David Beckham Story

This is a David Beckham's interview on how he survived after the World Cup of '98. The belief he had, the strength and the support of his family helped him to re-establish himself and to win the hearts of those who once betrayed him.

Are You Missing Opportunities?

Before I start babbling about the universe and laws, I want you to watch this video and maybe follow the instructions very carefully. If you do what is asked, you will be more aware of the reason why success eludes you. After that, read on.



Have you watched the video? What do you think of it? Did you see the 'opportunity' in the form of gorilla? Sometimes all we need to realize is that opportunities are everywhere. But because we are focusing on the wrong things. Things we always called problems, we do not realize they are also opportunities dressed in overalls.

The Law of Attraction states that you attract into your life the predominant thoughts in your mind. If you choose to complain and focus on problems, that’s what you get! If you choose to focus and look out for opportunities, you will see them everywhere!

So, stop whining and complaining. Focus on what you are grateful for everyday. You will notice a dramatic change in your life. Not sure about that? ask the gorilla!

Free Hugs Campaign: How Did It All Started

How Did It All Started, In The Words of Founder Juan Mann

I'd been living in London when my world turned upside down and I'd had to come home. By the time my plane landed back in Sydney, all I had left was a carry on bag full of clothes and a world of troubles. No one to welcome me back, no place to call home. I was a tourist in my hometown.

Standing there in the arrivals terminal, watching other passengers meeting their waiting friends and family, with open arms and smiling faces, hugging and laughing together, I wanted someone out there to be waiting for me. To be happy to see me. To smile at me. To hug me.

So I got some cardboard and a marker and made a sign. I found the busiest pedestrian intersection in the city and held that sign aloft, with the words "Free Hugs" on both sides.

And for 15 minutes, people just stared right through me. The first person who stopped, tapped me on the shoulder and told me how her dog had just died that morning. How that morning had been the one year anniversary of her only daughter dying in a car accident. How what she needed now, when she felt most alone in the world, was a hug. I got down on one knee, we put our arms around each other and when we parted, she was smiling.

Everyone has problems and for sure mine haven't compared. But to see someone who was once frowning, smile even for a moment, is worth it every time.

Visit the Free Hug official website Now!

Free Hugs Campaign From Around The World

Free Hugs London, England



Free Hugs Shibuya Tokyo, Japan



Free Hugs New York City, USA



Free Hugs Peru



Free Hugs South Korea



Free Hugs Paris, France



Free Hugs Venezuela



Free Hugs Scotland



Free Hugs China



Free Hugs Bucharest, Romania



Free Hugs Hollywood, USA



Free Hugs Amsterdam, Holland

Inspiring Story - The Wright Brothers

An inspiring story based on the Wright Brothers. Armed with nothing more than a high school education, they rose above all obstacles and achieved the impossible. Be inspired by this lesson about attaining success even if the odds are against you!

They wouldn't know unless they put their caring thoughts into actions to touch their hearts.

Autistic Boy Scores 20 Points in Four Minutes

Jason McElwain was a student and water boy for his high school basketball team. His coach let him play in the last few minutes of the final game of the season. He did what most people can't do, scoring 20 points in 4 mins. And yes, he is an autistic.

What Goes Around Comes Around

Bridge collapse hero is offered free tuition
Jeremy Hernandez, 20, of Minneapolis, was on the Waite House school bus helping care for dozens of children on a field trip when the bridge fell away beneath them. "I had the good fortune of seeing Jeremy interviewed on CNN," Dunwoody President Ben Wright said Monday afternoon. Wright insists Dunwoody does not want any student leaving the school for lack of funding.


Money Found in Toilets Across Japan
A mysterious man has been leaving money in public toilets at local government buildings in Japan with notes urging finders to spend it on good deeds.

Family Gives Waitress $10,000 Tip for College
A family in Angola, Indiana, dined at the local Pizza Hut at least once per week and always asked for Jessica to be their server. They'd chat about their lives and one day Jessica told them she'd tried college twice but had to drop out for lack of money. Last week, the family, who wish to remain anonymous, gave her a tip she'll never forget.

Senior Collects Cans for 30 Years to Build Community Pool
An 83-year-old Kansas woman spent 30 years driving open roads, picking up aluminum cans, in a single-handed effort to raise enough money to build a community swimming pool for the children in her home town of Eskridge. For more than three decades, Maisie DeVore gathered and delivered cans, scrap metal and car parts to a recycling facility. Can by can, year after year, she earned $73,000 and received a matching grant to raise the rest. Says Maisie, "If you really want something and pursue it with all your mind, you'll get it done one way or another." Here's a video featuring her and the pick-up truck, and that Kansas can-do attitude..


Contribute to the pool fund to help with maintainence,
or find out more information at: maisiespool.com

Lessons from the Geese - Teamwork

I did not know that geese can teach us some fundamentals in human relationship until I watch this clip. One of the most suprising lession I learn about geese is that they will fly down to protect a sick geese just to make sure he is alright. Watch the clip and learn something from the geese.

Youngest Busker in Singapore

Ethan has been playing the drums since 2. He made history in Singapore as its Youngest Busker. He performs regularly on weekends outside Paragon Shopping Centre in Singapore. Its true that you dont have to be good to start, but you have to start to be good.

Handi-Capble - A Part, or Apart?

This is a video that will inspire anyone. Its really does shows no matter what happen to a person physically, its the spirit that is more important. I really like one of our advertising campaign on how we should treat people who are physically disabled. In it, there is a quote that says: They are not a part from us, they are apart of us.


Handicapable - More bloopers are a click away

Lesson From a Baboon - Never Give Up!

This baboon fought for her life when others have given up on saving her. It also shows how close our behaviors are compared to the animals.

Cruel Gossip Cruel Hoax

SOMEONE close to you has been missing for weeks.

You are worried sick.

You put up posters, look for her everywhere and as a last resort, you put up a website hoping against hope someone will help you find her.

But then, to your dismay, people go online and begin posting horrid rumours about your friend.

Some even abuse the contact information you posted online.

So you get prank calls and false information on your friend's whereabouts, leading you on heartbreaking wild goose chases.

This is what happened to friends of 19-year-old student Felicia Teo Wei Ling, who went missing more than a month ago.

The friends are now incensed over comments posted on a forum thread, where they used to get information on Miss Teo's whereabouts.

Miss Teo went missing on 30 Jun, and was last seen leaving a friend's flat in Marine Terrace. She had gone there after a party at the LaSalle-SIA School of the Arts campus, where she is studying.

Search efforts have been futile, and police still have no leads on Miss Teo's whereabouts.

Posting under a forum nickname, an Internet user on the popular local forum, sgforums.com, provided 'information' on Miss Teo's whereabouts.

The user, nicknamed playb0y, claimed that Miss Teo is now living with a friend named Ben, and that he had even seen her last Tuesday.

He claimed that she had taken to drinking, and had left home because she had failed her exams and didn't want to face the music.

He even provided a phone number - claiming it was Ben's - challenging visitors to the site to call and find out the 'truth'.

But repeated calls to the number went straight to a voice mailbox.

These, her friends said, are all cruel lies.

And the agony didn't end there.

Posters appealing for information on Miss Teo's whereabouts were put up all over Singapore.

Miss Teo's close friend, Mr Dahiyaht Yusof, 27, told The New Paper that in addition to the malicious online posts, he has also received numerous prank calls giving false information on Miss Teo's whereabouts.

His handphone number is one of two contact numbers provided on the website set up for Miss Teo (findfelicia.blogspot.com).

On the site are also pictures of Miss Teo posing casually with her friends.

Mr Dahiyaht said: 'When we actually went down to the places they said she (Miss Teo) was, we realised that these were all pranks.'

He added that he firmly believes that MissTeo is 'not a runaway case', contrary to all the wild speculation on the forums, and on Miss Teo's website.

On how to handle these online rumour-mongers, Mr Dahiyaht said exasperatedly: 'What can we do? We just want to find her.'

He declined to comment further.

UNAWARE OF BEN

Another of Miss Teo's friends, who did not want to be named, told Shin Min Daily News that the forum posts about Miss Teo living with a friend were likely to be a hoax, because none of her closest friends knew of any 'Ben' she may have known .

'I called the number (given by Ben) to check - but it wouldn't get through,' he said.

There were many visitors to the Findfelicia website, but the thing that upset Miss Teo's friends further were dubious comments by visitors claiming they had seen visions of MissTeo in various places.

One user wrote that he had seen Miss Teo in a dream, being tortured and begging for help.

Crime Library founder and ex-policeman Joseph Tan, 40, who is helping in the search for Miss Teo, told The New Paper that these incidents were to be expected since Miss Teo's friends' contact information were so widely broadcasted.

'It's all right for friends to seek help, but when they are sent on all these wild goose chases, their morale is bound to be dampened,' he said.

Mr Tan said that when those closest to Miss Teo are highly anxious, false information on her whereabouts would only raise their hopes unnecessarily.

'In cases like this, I would encourage friends and family to refrain from putting up their own personal contact information,' he advised.

VULNERABLE TO SCAMMERS

He added that in his experience, families of missing people who widely disseminate their contact information also find themselves prey to unscrupulous con artists.

He said: 'Some have even called families to solicit money.'

But these negative incidents aside, the search for Miss Teo is going on strong.

The Crime Library has put up a half-page advertisement in The Straits Times today with photographs of Miss Teo and five other missing people.

A notice is also placed on the Crime Library's website.

The library's 274 volunteers are constantly on the lookout for information related to MissTeo's disappearance.

Anyone with information on her should call the police hotline at 1800-255 0000.

Source: The Electric New Paper

Hope she can be found soon.

"Free Hugs" Campaign Aims to Inspire Reserved Japanese

A group of university students were on a mission earlier this year to change Japan -- and make hugging more acceptable. Inspired by the original Free Hugs campaign in Sydney ('must-see' video from earlier this year), and by living in the U.S., where people smile at strangers, Saki Inoue longs for friendliness and more hugs between Japanese...

Original Free Hug campaign in Sydney

Motivated by Anthony Robbins in 20 mins

Tony Robbins talks about how to unlock your true potential -- and high-fives Al Gore in the front row! A fast-paced, mind-expanding, motivating TEDTalk for high achievers and those who wish to be. (Recorded February 2006 in Monterey, CA.)