A survey of more than 2,000 people by the John Templeton Foundation showed that on average, 90 percent of people felt gratitude for their friends and family. More than 50 percent said they expressed gratitude so they or someone else would feel better. From getting more sleep to reducing the risk of heart attack, gratitude has proven to be a way to think yourself into better health. Feelings and expressions of gratitude alter the way people feel about themselves. Starting Out … [Read more...]
International Day of Rural Women celebrated OCT 15!
October 14, 2013 by
The first International Day of Rural Women was observed on 15 October 2008. It recognizes “the critical role and contribution of rural women, including indigenous women, in enhancing agricultural and rural development, improving food security and eradicating rural poverty.” Rural women play a critical role in the rural economies of both developed and developing countries. In most parts of the developing world they participate in crop production and livestock care, provide food, water and … [Read more...]
SIOBHAN WILCOX – Quote Action of the Day
October 14, 2013 by
Your "QuoteAction" of the day: "Better to ask twice than to lose your way once." Danish Proverb Your Action for Today: '...ask for help in an area where you are struggling.' Have an extraordinary day! Wishing you Love, Light and Peace in your day. Siobhan Wilcox Be the Change that you want to see! Siobhan@SiobhanWilcox.com http://www.SiobhanWilcox.com http://www.EsalonSpeaks.com http://www.KidsYogaNetwork.com -- Siobhan … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving 2013 celebrated with Gratitude & Prayer!
October 13, 2013 by
Thanksgiving Day (Jour de l'Action de grâce in Canadian French) is a national holiday celebrated primarily in the United States and Canada as a day of giving thanks for the blessing of the harvest and of the preceding year. Several other places around the world observe similar celebrations. It is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November in the United States and on the second Monday of October in Canada. Thanksgiving has its historical roots in religious and cultural traditions, and has long … [Read more...]
DONATE TODAY
October 12, 2013 by
Aimed to create a “pay-it-forward” ripple of positive action, our sister charitable organization, registered here in Canada to work globally, A Celebration of Women Foundation, was born to shape a better world through building residential homes that are mandated to enable the education of young women, support self sustainable programs, graduating future women leaders. Your Support is Appreciated, today! For further information, please contact Team Celebration … [Read more...]
International Day of the Girl Child – 11 October
October 11, 2013 by
On December 19, 2011, the United Nations General Assembly adopted Resolution 66/170 to declare 11 October as the International Day of the Girl Child, to recognize girls’ rights and the unique challenges girls face around the world. For its second observance, this year’s Day will focus on “Innovating for Girls’ Education”. The fulfillment of girls’ right to education is first and foremost an obligation and moral imperative. There is also overwhelming evidence that girls’ education, especially … [Read more...]
CHARITY EVENT – OCT 24 (Support Cancer Charity Event)
October 11, 2013 by
A Celebration of Women™ presents her 2nd Annual Celebration of Cancer Survivors Speaker Event 2013 Every season in October, the CFL run a PINK campaign in support of the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. This year the Toronto Argonauts are holding our campaign on October 24, 2013 vs. the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, kickoff is at 7:30 at Rogers Centre. I have teamed up for a 2nd year in a row with A Celebration of Women™ and we will be hosting our 2nd annual Celebration of Cancer … [Read more...]
