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Book Launch Postponed Until Further Notice

January 7, 2010 – 8:33 pm
Happy New Year Loyal Blog Readers! Although I learned that my book will not be ready for the Jan. 9th launch, I'm still excited about starting the new year. This promises to be an extra special year. I'll be helping a lot of women through my book 7 Secrets Every Woman Should Know: How to Create a Joy-Filled Life and through my speaking engagements. I will be sure to keep you all posted when I reschedule the launch, which I will do once the book is IN HAND. Lesson learned. I also have some other exciting news in the works that I look forward to sharing. Continued blessings to you all and stay warm. Pray, Persist, and Prosper! -Asia

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Book Launch is Saturday, January 9, 2010

December 2, 2009 – 9:50 am
Greetings! I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving. So many of you responded with your support for my book launch event on Saturday, December 12th at the Open Mind Center. I am grateful to you all.   Circumstances related to the book have required me to reschedule the launch for   Saturday, January 9, 2010 2:00pm-4:00pm   The location is still the same:   The Open Mind Center http://www.theopenmindcenter.com/ 1575 Old Alabama Road, Suite 213 Roswell, GA 30076 (Holcomb Bridge Crossing Plaza) Tel: 678-243-5074   I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and hope that each of you will still be able to attend. Those of you who responded that you wouldn't be able to attend due to other plans, I hope you can now attend.   While I truly desired to launch the book before the holidays, I know that it is in divine order that the event is scheduled for a later date. If I had not set forth to launch this project in December, I would not be as far ...

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An Awesome Announcement and You’re Invited!

November 24, 2009 – 8:10 pm
My Dear Blog Subscribers. I'm proud to announce the publication of my first book 7 Secrets Every Woman Should Know: How to Create a Joy-Filled Life. I am having a book launch event in Atlanta on Dec. 12th and will have another event in Milwaukee in late February. I also plan to do events in Indianapolis, Washington DC, Los Angeles, New York among others. I will keep you all posted on the dates. You can visit http://www.7secretsforwomen.com or http://www.asiahadley.com to pre-order a copy of the book. To RSVP for this event, simply e-mail me at www.asiahadley.com.   This holiday season, give the gift of transformational ideas, inspiration and motivation. Give 7 Secrets Every Woman Should Know: How to Create a Joy-Filled Life to a friend or family member today!     Please share with other family and friends. Thanks:) Pray, persist, and prosper - Asia

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Celebrities Get Positive Press

November 16, 2009 – 2:30 pm
[caption id="attachment_352" align="aligncenter" width="300" caption="Ms. Kimberly Haynes and Mr. Brian Jordan"][/caption]   Professional athletes and entertainers often make headlines for behaving badly, while their good works in the community hardly get noticed. Kimberly Haynes, founder and chief consultant of the OMBI Group, LLC is setting out to change that. On November 9, 2009 the OMBI Group celebrated its 5th year anniversary by presenting its Giving Gracefully Awards to Reggie Howard of the AAG Foundation, Inc., the Brian Jordan Foundation, Inc., the Hannibal Navies Foundation, Inc., and the DeShawn Snow Foundation. OMBI recognized these organizations for their outstanding commitment to the community and for their contributions to helping youth live safe, positive, and productive lives. Montblanc hosted the event, which was also sponsored by Red Bull, Jim Ellis Audi, Imperial Concierge and Lifestyle Management, Atlas Sports and Entertainment, Brumfield Limousines, SVB Group, and Prime Restaurant. Many celebrity foundations provide direct services or operate programs rather than ...

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Financing Your Education

November 9, 2009 – 11:11 am
People all over the country are dusting off their book bags in preparation for their return to school. Others have already re-enrolled and are matriculating through programs. Whether you are a new college student or returning student, the Foundation Center has resources to help you find funding for your education: Use the Foundation Center’s online database, Foundation Grants to Individuals Online, for free at any of our library/learning centers to find information on foundations and other grantmakers that award grants directly to individuals. To access the database from the comfort of your own home or office, low monthly, quarterly, and annual subscription rates apply. Take advantage of the free online course offered through the Foundation Center’s web site that guides you through the process of seeking financial support from foundations to pursue your studies. Visit the Frequently Asked Questions section of our web site to get answers to common questions about scholarships, fellowships, ...

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Stop Doing This to Stay Sane

November 1, 2009 – 8:07 pm
Photo By LDCross   The month of November for me marks the beginning of the holiday season. And I can’t believe it’s already here. People are planning parties, buying presents, making gifts, taking family photos and are engaged in a host of other festive activities. As we usher in the holiday season and gear-up for the New Year, it is fitting that November, according to New Thought tradition, is the month of RENUNCIATION.   Month Faculty Disciple Part of the body January Faith Peter Center of brain February Strength Andrew Loins March Discrimination or Judgment James, son of Zebedee Pit of stomach April Love John Back of heart May Power Phillip Root of tongue June Imagination Bartholomew Between the eyes July Understanding Thomas Front of brain August Will Mathew Center front brain September Order James, son of Alphaeus Navel October Zeal Simon the Cananaean Back head, medulla November Renunciation or Elimination Thaddaeus Abdominal region December Life Conserver Judas Generative function   The word RENUNCIATION is derived from the word renounce, which means to relinquish or abandon. We have a tendency to add more, more, and more. How often do we assess what we can stop doing? I’ve been thinking about what I’d like to stop and ...

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How to Have Zeal Without the Fiz”zle”

October 25, 2009 – 6:22 pm
  Have you ever wanted to do something, but haven’t made the time or had the energy to do it? Do you or someone you know constantly start projects, but fizzle out before the idea manifests? Infusing your life with zeal will help you to zoom into action, but these tips will strengthen your follow-through muscles so you won’t lose steam before reaching your goal. As you may recall from the article Clear Blockages to Get in Order , September is the month of Order. The theme for October is “Zeal.” Month Faculty Disciple Part of the body January Faith Peter Center of brain February Strength Andrew Loins March Discrimination or Judgment James, son of Zebedee Pit of stomach April Love John Back of heart May Power Phillip Root of tongue June Imagination Bartholomew Between the eyes July Understanding Thomas Front of brain August Will Mathew Center front brain September Order James, son of Alphaeus Navel October Zeal Simon the Cananaean Back head, medulla November Renunciation or Elimination Thaddaeus Abdominal region December Life Conserver Judas Generative function   Zeal is the power that motivates. It literally moves us to act. It’s easier for some people to be jump starters. It’s their “method of operation,” ...

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Clear Blockages by Getting in Order

September 16, 2009 – 10:52 pm
Photo by: Guillermo Esteves When I taught middle school, my classes always had a theme of the week. Discussing themes like: trust, respect, discipline, and pride, sparked honest dialog that in the end drew the students closer to one another. They admitted mistakes and took responsibility for doing better.   After I stopped teaching, I kept my theme of the week for a while, until I forgot about it and it faded into oblivion. Now that I attend Hillside International Truth Center, my place of worship, I have a theme of the month. Each month we recognize one of the spiritual faculties or God-given powers that each of us has within.   There are 12 spiritual faculties that we strive to embody. The faculties also correspond with a disciple and a part of the body. The list, from Charles and Cora Fillmore’s book, The Twelve Powers, is below.   Month Faculty Disciple Part of the body January Faith Peter Center of brain February Strength Andrew Loins March Discrimination or ...

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Where Did the Money Go?

September 10, 2009 – 10:10 am
Despite my aching legs and feet from all of the walking, Patrick and I had a blast celebrating our 5th anniversary in New Orleans. Labor Day weekend also marked the 4th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. After Katrina, I lamented not having traveled to New Orleans sooner. In my mind, I always had time to visit. Now that I have toured the city, I shouldn’t have whined so much. I didn’t miss much at all pre-Katrina, which is why I am so disturbed.   The French Quarters wasn’t damaged too badly by the hurricane or water from the levees. Four years later it is vibrant and well populated with tourists. After frolicking in the downtown area for two days, my husband and I took a bus tour around the city that included a tour of the Ninth Ward.   I thought four years would be enough time to rebuild homes and fix the damaged ...

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Anatomy of a Thriving Marriage Part II

September 4, 2009 – 8:00 am
Yesterday, I posted Part I of the Anatomy of a Thriving Marriage. This is a continuation of the last three tips, including resources.   Make love often – Often is of course a relative term, just make sure you get enough from your spouse. I’ve always been a touchy, feely person and after reading the Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman my suspicions were confirmed. Physical touch is my primary love language. Physical and emotional intimacy plays a vital role in keeping a marriage vibrant. While making love, cuddling, hugging, and caressing are acts that keep us physically bonded, expressing our deepest truths and respecting each other’s vulnerabilities provides us with an emotional safety net that thickens with each demonstration of trust.   Laugh- We’ve all heard the popular saying, “A family who prays together, stays together.” Well, I’d like to add that “A couple who laughs together stays together.” Laughter is the ...

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