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From: llarsen%peruvian.cs.utah.edu@cs.utah.edu (Loren Larsen)
Subject: Re: How to improve my Concentration?
Date: 30 Dec 92 10:58:55 MST
Organization: University of Utah CS Dept

In article <00965DB6.401A60E0@vms.csd.mu.edu> 5546yuj@vms.csd.mu.edu writes:
>In article <1992Dec29.222610.21399@e2big.mko.dec.com>, hck@maximo.enet.dec.com (Herb King) writes:
>>have you tried that supplement KM. It helps you
>>to concentrate and have more energy
>>
>>hk
>
>What is supplement KM? 
>

KM is a nutritional supplement which is supposed to give you more energy,
improve your focus, etc.  I don't know that much about it except that I tried
it for a month.  I noticed absolutely NO difference.  I do know a number of
people who I respect who absolutely swear by how great it is.  It's also 
rather expensive and it tastes AWFUL!!!  Could someone with more detailed 
info post about cost, their experience, and what the official claims are about
what it will do for a person?  I personally wouldn't waste my time or money
on any nutritional supplement.

Loren



Newsgroups: alt.self-improve
From: radinsky@spot.Colorado.EDU (Wayne Radinsky)
Subject: Re: Is techno utopianism justified ? (Re: Why?)
Organization: University of Colorado, Boulder
Date: Tue, 22 Dec 1992 06:37:07 GMT

stark@dwovax.enet.dec.com (Todd I. Stark) writes:
> Is technical utopianism justified today ?    Are we living in an age
> when some great scientific revolution into a post-modern world
> is going to save us ?

If I understand what you mean by "technical utopianism",  the answer is no.
Or at least, that's my opinion.

I think people once believed technology would solve all our peoblems.  It
seems clear that science can give us knowledge, and knowledge can give us
power, but science can't tell us how to use that power.  It can't tell
right from wrong, and it can be misused.

Social problems are much harder to solve than scientific problems, and so
scientists hide in labs and worry about the scientific ones.

There's a Japanese proverb that goes something like: there's a key that
opens the gates of Heaven -- the same key opens the gates of Hell.

> One of the formerly most eloquent spokespersons for techno-utopianism,
> B.F. Skinner of Harvard has stated publicly that he offers little hope
> for our future.  And Bucky Fuller is gone.   :-(

Reminds me of H.G. Wells, the science-fiction writer, who championed
science and technology his whole life and became disillusioned and
depressed at the end of it.

> Do folks think utopian ideals are justified ... on scientific grounds ?

Utopian ideals are justified, but not on scientific grounds.

Utopian ideals are justified because we must have something to strive for,
or our lives are meaningless.

> ... maybe on spiritual grounds, as in Marilyn Ferguson and crowd ?   

Maybe on spiritual grounds -- who is Marilyn Ferguson (the name sounds
familiar)?

Or maybe utopian ideals are not "justified" but we need them nonetheless.

> Is 'self-improvement' a self-indulgent activity or will it lead to 
> our salvation or survival?

You must heal yourself before you can heal others!

Start with the individual, then groups, then the masses.

> I was raised and trained a techno-utopian, but I have
> second thoughts today.

(We can tell you work for Digital, but) could you elaborate??

--Wayne, the anxious puppy
From: exudeb@exu.ericsson.se (Dave Breeding, xt-dGR,)
Newsgroups: alt.self-improve
Subject: Re: What are some good books/lectures
Date: 23 Dec 92 19:52:41 GMT
Reply-To: exudeb@exu.ericsson.se
Organization: Ericsson Network Systems, Richardson TX
X-Disclaimer: This article was posted by a user at Ericsson.
              Any opinions expressed are strictly those of the
              user and not necessarily those of Ericsson.


In article 75C62B20@vms.csd.mu.edu, 5546yuj@vms.csd.mu.edu () writes:
>Does any body read the book "The unlimited power" by Tony?
>
>Is it worth to read?
>
>Thanks for your comments.
>
>JY

If you want to know about Tony, read his books, see his videos, go to his seminars, etc.

If you want to know about NLP, try something else.  Some suggestions:

_Introducing Neuro Linguistic Programming_, by O`Connor and Seymour;

_The Heart of the Mind_, by Andreas and Andreas

Dave
Newsgroups: alt.self-improve
From: tyadav@athena.mit.edu (T.Y.)
Subject: Re: Is techno utopianism justified ? (Re: Why?)
Organization: Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Date: Tue, 22 Dec 1992 23:35:40 GMT

====================================================
 radinsky@spot.Colorado.EDU (Wayne Radinsky) writes:
>
>I think people once believed technology would solve all our peoblems.  It
>seems clear that science can give us knowledge, and knowledge can give us
>power, but science can't tell us how to use that power.  It can't tell
>right from wrong, and it can be misused.
>
>Social problems are much harder to solve than scientific problems, and so
>scientists hide in labs and worry about the scientific ones.

 Science (Technology) can be misused. But, does that necessarily mean: science
 can not tell us how to use the knowledge it provides? that science can't tell
 right from wrong?

 The answers to these questions would depend on what we perceive science to be.
 Is science just = scientists + lab? 
 I don't think so.

 We humans are driven by curiosities. The need to explore, to know the 
 unknown, to know the truth.... is fundamental to our nature. Science is 
 a means of satisfying those curiosities, of actualizing our nature.
 But that doesn't imply that our curiosities are restricted to the world
 outside of us - the physical world, the ecological world... etc.
 Our curiosities include ourselves, our minds, our values, our desires,
 our emotions, our fears, our prejudices, our failures, our successes....
 The trouble then is not with science; rather, it seems to be ignorance about
 ourselves. To put it in other words, science can tell HOW to use the knowledge
 it provides - if only we knew WHAT is use and WHAT is misuse?

 The next question, naturally, would be - but then, can science
 tell "what is use and what is misuse" ?
 Yes, if we could know what we want, what makes us happy?
 But can science tell "what we want?"
 Yes, if we can introspect ourselves - needless to say, honestly.
 But, can science make us introspect?
 No. Because, science begins after we begin think'n; after we let ourselves
 explore/remain curious/take the first steps. These first steps - the
 asking of seemingly silly/simple questions - is what begins everything.

 So, in summary, the trouble is not with science/technology/reason, the 
 trouble is denying ourselves the fun that collecting facts can be; 
 the fun understanding ourselves/world can be.

 Science on emotional plane, is nothing more than initiative and integrity.

>Start with the individual, then groups, then the masses.

 Stop at the individual. :)
 Because, the masses are collection of groups and the group is collection 
 of individuals. 
 Education is, always, the responsibility of the individual. 
 Responsibility for oneself, in other words.

T.Y.
----
tyadav@athena.mit.edu
ps: why self improve? Coz, its fun.
    why ask why? Coz, I'm curious. :)
Newsgroups: alt.self-improve
From: rhill@dale.ksc.nasa.gov (Russ Hill)
Subject: What are some good books/lectures
Organization: NASA
Date: Wed, 23 Dec 1992 13:30:35 GMT


I have been following this group for about a week 
What are some of the good books/lectures that help in self improvement.
I have not seen the FAQ.


Here is what has helped me.


Bible
Anthony Robbins  -modivation
Barbra Dianglis  -relationships
Wayne Dyer       -well rounded  
Charles Givens   -finance
Rush limbaugh    -finance

other books
FLOW
GOAL
How to become a successful consultant in any field



I would like to know what helped you
Please email me your favorite books/lectures



Please respond with email
Thanks in advance







-- 

Russ Hill
rhill@dale.ksc.nasa.gov
(407) 633-5744
From: 5546yuj@vms.csd.mu.edu
Newsgroups: alt.self-improve
Subject: Re: How to improve my Concentration?
Date: 26 Dec 1992 23:52:53 GMT
Organization: Marquette University - Computer Services
Reply-To: 5546yuj@vms.csd.mu.edu
NNTP-Posting-Host: vmsf.csd.mu.edu

In article <1992Dec26.121837.641@uoft02.utoledo.edu>, kmurali2@uoft02.utoledo.edu writes:
>
>I have been unable concentrate in my studies & regular life activities for
>the last couple of years, my self esteem is down, even though I have the
>motivation to do things.
>
>If you had gone through this kind of situation, would you please share
>the experiance with me.
>
>
>Mk.

My situation was about that.

I feel two things have been helping me for the last year:

1) Do exercises 5 or 6 days a week, 20-30 mins a day.
2) Listen to positive thinking materials (tapes from library) daily.

After about 6 months of doing this, I feel my energy level has been increasing,
from 3-4 (10 full scall) to 7-8 currently. Many other things such as
concentration has also been improving. I never felt like this. I was a low
energy person since I remembered things. I had tried many things before.
But this time, it is different.
I believe the secret is the word DAILY.

JY

Newsgroups: alt.self-improve
From: helie@brahms.udel.edu (Ray Helie)
Subject: Re: What are some good books/lectures
Organization: University of Delaware
Date: Wed, 23 Dec 1992 21:42:43 GMT

5546yuj@vms.csd.mu.edu writes:

" Does any body read the book "The unlimited power" by Tony?
  Is it worth to read? "

Actually, I would suggest reading "Awaken the Giant Within", that he
wrote.  It is better organized and easier to follow, in my opinion.
It is /definately/ worth reading.  8-)


Ray 

*  Ray Helie         8-)                   University Of Delaware   *
*  [helie@bach.udel.edu]                   Newark, DE               *
From: hck@maximo.enet.dec.com (Herb King)
Newsgroups: alt.self-improve
Subject: Re: How to improve my Concentration?
Date: 29 Dec 92 22:26:10 GMT
Reply-To: hck@maximo.enet.dec.com (Herb King)
Organization: Digital Equipment Corporation

have you tried that supplement KM. It helps you
to concentrate and have more energy

hk
Newsgroups: alt.self-improve
From: smehal@sdf.lonestar.org (Steve Mehal)
Subject: Re: floatation tanks
Organization: Best lil' ol' Pubnix in Texas
Date: Wed, 30 Dec 1992 18:16:51 GMT

Your best bet for information re: float tanks will be Tools for Exploration, located at 4460 Redwood Hwy, Suite 2, San Rafael, CA 94903.  Phone number (800) 456-9887.  They don't actually sell tanks but can get you Michael Hutchinson's book (Floating) which is excellent, and provide an info packet on some of the producers of t.  Try getting hold of Hutchinson's book, its the autority on the topicn
From: oly@emerson.physics.ubc.ca
Newsgroups: alt.self-improve
Subject: floatation tanks
Date: 28 Dec 1992 19:37:42 GMT
Organization: The University of British Columbia
Distribution: world
Reply-To: oly@emerson.physics.ubc.ca
NNTP-Posting-Host: emerson.physics.ubc.ca

Hello everyone,
		Does anyone have any info regarding floatation tanks, things  
like construction, prefab units for sale, other peoples experiences etc.  
Basically any info at all.


________________________________________________________
B.Olav Anderson
CyberSurfer
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	Heraclitus

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	H.D.Thoreau
From: kmurali2@uoft02.utoledo.edu
Newsgroups: alt.self-improve
Subject: How to improve my Concentration?
Date: 26 Dec 92 12:18:37 EST
Organization: University of Toledo, Computer Services

Hi Netters,

I have been unable concentrate in my studies & regular life activities for
the last couple of years, my self esteem is down, even though I have the
motivation to do things.

I was laid off from work, this happened with me 3 years back when I worked
for another company. Now I am pursuing Graduate studies.

Is there any technique or suggestions that I could use to improve my
concentration in Studies & other activities?

If you had gone through this kind of situation, would you please share
the experiance with me.

Any suggestions or Advice are welcome. 

Thank you,

Mk.
Newsgroups: alt.self-improve
From: bbl7597@ritvax.isc.rit.edu
Subject: brain machines
Reply-To: bbl7597@ritvax.isc.rit.edu
Organization: Rochester Institute of Technology
Date: Thu, 31 Dec 1992 16:10:00 GMT

Has anybody tried the new generation of brain machines for
stress relief and/or entertainment?
Newsgroups: alt.self-improve
From: rarya@magnus.acs.ohio-state.edu (Ranju Arya)
Subject: Re: How to improve my Concentration?
Organization: The Ohio State University
Date: Sat, 26 Dec 1992 21:46:58 GMT

	Please post any suggestions you may make to the previous article.  I
would be very interested in hearing any advice also.   Thanks!

- Ranju Arya -

Newsgroups: alt.self-improve
From: hck@maximo.enet.dec.com (Herb King)
Subject: Re: How to improve my Concentration? 2
Reply-To: hck@maximo.enet.dec.com (Herb King)
Organization: Digital Equipment Corporation
Date: Wed, 30 Dec 1992 17:03:27 GMT

Km is like a vitamin supplement, but more than just that. It consists of
various herbs extract. What it does is helps the body get rid of waste, helps
heal its self,acts as a neurostimulator, and other things. i take this and
I have notice a big difference in my energy level.
  I am a full time student and I also work full time, therfore I don't really 
have time to eat right.With out taking Km I don't really know how I would
be able to stay alert and to concentrate on my homework or study for my exams.
I have found that when I take a 1 oz shot 20 minutes before I have an exam
I am able to recall my formulas and info alot easier,and that results in better 
grades.1/3 ofthe people who start taking Km notice an improvement in 2 hours 
to 2 days, the next 1/3 notice a difference in 2 days to 30 days, and the 
final 1/3 notice the difference in 30 days to 90 days. It just depends on the
person. If you would like somemore info on this and a free 8oz sample 
e-mail me your address to hck@maximo.enet.dec.com

                           herb
Newsgroups: alt.self-improve
From: hck@maximo.enet.dec.com (Herb King)
Subject: attn:scott marinaccio(mscott@remus.rutger.edu
Reply-To: hck@maximo.enet.dec.com (Herb King)
Organization: Digital Equipment Corporation
Date: Thu, 31 Dec 1992 20:24:06 GMT














hey there scott. I got your email,but I seem to be having some trouble
sending mine out. what you could do is email me your postal add. and I'll
send to via mail carrier. Have you ever heard of the stuff?
         
                herbking
From: 5546yuj@vms.csd.mu.edu
Newsgroups: alt.self-improve
Subject: Re: What are some good books/lectures
Date: 23 Dec 1992 16:53:44 GMT
Organization: Marquette University - Computer Services
Reply-To: 5546yuj@vms.csd.mu.edu
NNTP-Posting-Host: vmsf.csd.mu.edu

Does any body read the book "The unlimited power" by Tony?

Is it worth to read?

Thanks for your comments.

JY
From: 5546yuj@vms.csd.mu.edu
Newsgroups: alt.self-improve
Subject: Re: How to improve my Concentration?
Date: 30 Dec 92 16:29:34 GMT
Reply-To: 5546yuj@vms.csd.mu.edu
Organization: Marquette University - Computer Services
NNTP-Posting-Host: vmsf.csd.mu.edu

In article <1992Dec29.222610.21399@e2big.mko.dec.com>, hck@maximo.enet.dec.com (Herb King) writes:
>have you tried that supplement KM. It helps you
>to concentrate and have more energy
>
>hk

What is supplement KM? 

JY
From: hck@maximo.enet.dec.com (Herb King)
Newsgroups: alt.self-improve
Subject: Re: How to improve my Concentration?
Date: 30 Dec 92 18:44:24 GMT
Reply-To: hck@maximo.enet.dec.com (Herb King)
Organization: Digital Equipment Corporation

>>hk
|> >
|> >What is supplement KM? 
|> >
|> 
|> KM is a nutritional supplement which is supposed to give you more energy,
|> improve your focus, etc.  I don't know that much about it except that I tried
|> it for a month.  I noticed absolutely NO difference.  I do know a number of
|> people who I respect who absolutely swear by how great it is.  It's also 
|> rather expensive and it tastes AWFUL!!!  Could someone with more detailed 
|> info post about cost, their experience, and what the official claims are about
|> what it will do for a person?  I personally wouldn't waste my time or money
|> on any nutritional supplement.
|> 
|> Loren
|> 

  have you tried chilled? or mixed it with milk or juice or even H2o?
also Km cannot make any official claims
 hk
From: lll@pro-nbs.acme.fred.org (Laurance Lancaster)
Newsgroups: alt.self-improve
Subject: Re: Is techno utopianism justified ? (Re: Why?)
Date: 29 Dec 1992 03:34:49 -0600
Organization: Pro-nbs.acme.fred.org -- San Diego, Ca (619) 571-0152
NNTP-Posting-Host: cs.utexas.edu

Technology is a tool and like any tool it's value is determined by how it
is wielded.  Unfortunately every time a new technology is achieved
society (or a portion of) has an apparent need to find distrucitve uses
first.  Second it justifies any use simplly because the ability exists.  To
me that is the problem...just because something can be done doesn't mean
that it should.  I like the Idea of requiring Ethical Impact Statements
prior to implementing any new technology to insure that society doesn't
degrade further because of an ....


ProLine:  lll@pro-nbs
Internet: lll@pro-nbs.acme.fred.org
UUCP:     crash!pro-nbs!lll
From: stark@dwovax.enet.dec.com (Todd I. Stark)
Newsgroups: alt.self-improve
Subject: Re: Is techno utopianism justified ? (Re: Why?)
Date: 23 Dec 92 17:16:37 GMT
Organization: Digital Equipment Corporation
NNTP-Posting-Host: DWOVAX


tyadav@athena.mit.edu (T.Y.) writes...

[A beautifully reasoned example of why Aristotle of the motor of
Western culture.]

I don't agree with you (in entirety), T.Y., but I do _very_much_ 
appreciate your viewpoint and share most of it, and I thank you for it.

I guess I feel that there are other aspects of human nature
that need to be developed further as well as the logical-mathematical,
which we have developed so effectively.  And that to some extent, this also 
involves the networking of individuals and understanding the power of human 
relationships and social structures.

and love, love, love ... :-)

Merry Christmas and happy holidays to everyone.

							kind regards,

							todd

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Newsgroups: alt.whine
From: gayle@paradyne.com (Gayle Finan(guest added 01/24/90))
Subject: Test
Originator: gayle@pdn
Organization: AT&T Paradyne, Largo, Florida
Date: Tue, 22 Dec 1992 13:50:11 GMT

This is a test.
Newsgroups: alt.whine
From: s13989bc@UMASSD.EDU
Subject: Re: I Hate!!!!!!!
Reply-To: s13989bc@UMASSD.EDU
Organization: UMASS DARTMOUTH, NO. DARTMOUTH, MA.
Date: Thu, 24 Dec 1992 04:12:23 GMT

  I'm agnostic, The December holiday seasons are the worst. Ba Humbug.
 HOLIDAYS, WHO NEEDS 'EM, 
A quote from a friend " he's dead,I don't care, whose next.)
Newsgroups: alt.whine
From: magenta@sage.cc.purdue.edu (Leilah Thiel)
Subject: Re: First whine
Organization: Purdue University Computing Center
Date: Mon, 4 Jan 1993 05:24:27 GMT

In article <1993Jan4.032854.11648@nmsu.edu> sschilli@nmsu.edu (Sandy Schilling) writes:
>Well, it looks like I get to post the first whine of the new year.
>I had better make it good, huh.
>
>(ahem)
>
>wwwwwhhh.....
>wwwwwwhhhhhhiiii....
>wwwwwwwhiiiiiiinnnnnn......
>WWWWWWWHHHHHHHIIIIIIIIINNNNNNNEEEE!
>
>(the whine heard 'round the world)
>
>So, where *exactly* in the world was my whine heard?  Let's hear from you.
>
>--sandy
>
 I heard it....

and it just irritated my headache!!!!
oooowwwwwwwwww!!!!!!!!!

 leilah


Newsgroups: alt.whine
From: tkulju@cs.joensuu.fi (Timo Kelju)
Subject: I Hate!!!!!!
Organization: University of Joensuu
Date: Wed, 23 Dec 1992 16:31:59 GMT

Iiii  haaaateeeeee Chriiistmasssssssss..............

Newsgroups: alt.whine
From: sschilli@nmsu.edu (Sandy Schilling)
Subject: First whine
Organization: New Mexico State University
Date: Mon, 4 Jan 1993 03:28:54 GMT

Well, it looks like I get to post the first whine of the new year.
I had better make it good, huh.

(ahem)

wwwwwhhh.....
wwwwwwhhhhhhiiii....
wwwwwwwhiiiiiiinnnnnn......
WWWWWWWHHHHHHHIIIIIIIIINNNNNNNEEEE!

(the whine heard 'round the world)

So, where *exactly* in the world was my whine heard?  Let's hear from you.

--sandy
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Newsgroups: alt.org.pugwash
Date: 23 Dec 92 12:32 PST
Subject: *Tough Questions-Winter 93 News
Nf-ID: #N:cdp:1758700047:000:1174
Nf-From: cdp.UUCP!uspugwash    Dec 23 12:32:00 1992


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