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How Big is Your Fish Tank?
Excerpt : "It's the simplest of math: Big fish tanks grow big fish; little fish tanks grow little fish...." "You can't catch fish unless you put your line in the water. You can't reach your goals if you
"It's the simplest of math: Big fish tanks grow big fish; little fish tanks grow little fish...."
"You can't catch fish unless you put your line in the water. You can't reach your goals if you don't try." ~ Kathy Seligman
As I was planning for one of my REAL Talk Forums, the "fish tank" metaphor came up in my thinking. I wanted to emphasize how people could keep their "bigness" and create a "sabotage-proof" life. I thought back to when I had a very beautiful 55 gallon aquarium. There were over 100 pounds of real gravel in the bottom and it was lined with live plants. The fish, which included a mated pair of Jack Dempseys, grew to be quite large with the biggest fish being about eight inches long and another being about six inches. I fed them raw beef
What Aquarium Should You Go For?
So what aquarium is best for you. If you've been to the aquatics
or have even seen some aquarium fish in your local pet shop then
you may be...read more
heart, and they loved it, as it helped to grow to this size. I would sit in front of my fish tank for hours just watching them...it was mesmerizing to say the least.
I also had a 20 gallon tank with four fish in it and the largest fish grew to be only about two inched long. They all ate the regular flake fish food. I would watch them as well, but my eyes would always go back to the big tank...all of which brings me to the question: How big is your fish tank?
Before you take this with any literal meaning, what I am really asking is: How big is the space that you live your life in? Is there anything that is restricting you from growing into your "most bigness"? Is there any chance that you have outgrown your old fish tank? Just how big is your life, and how big can
Jewel Aquariums
You can walk into your local pet store and buy a plain tank and
a hood, then purchase all the lighting and accessories and then
the fish to go with...read more
it be?
As you are pondering those questions, read the following piece from Marianne Williamson:
Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, "Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, and fabulous?" Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It is not just in some of us; it is in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people
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Aquarium Hoods
When you have an aquarium you need to have lighting set up and
to do this you need to have somewhere to put it. Before now when
it came to...read more
Children and Fish Tank Safety
Having a tank of tropical fish, or a saltwater aquarium, can
give your whole family many hours of enjoyment. Even young
children will find the...read more
permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others...from A Return to Love: Reflections on the Principles of A Course in Miracles.
Are you allowing your Light to shine as bright as it possibly can? A big fish tank grows big fish, and likewise, a big life allows for a big, bright Light to shine from you.
Some people I have met seem to be happy with their small fish tanks because they do not want to change. Their lives are comfortable, predictable and familiar...they like the status quo. That is their choice and their business, and I certainly do respect that.
There are other people, however, who are like snakes: Always shedding their "old skin", expanding and growing ever larger. These are the
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Aquarium Shop
Aquarium shops are becoming more popular, there is now at least
two in each mid sized town. Fish collecting has had a great
boost from out of...read more
people who always want one more gallon added to their fish tank. These are also the people who seem to shine the brightest Light. In fact, their Light is so bright that it actually illuminates the path for others.
Which one are you, and are you happy with your chosen path? Would you like a bigger fish tank and a brighter Light force? If so, then I encourage you to hang out with some "big fish, bright Light" people. We do tend to be influenced by our environments, so if you want more from your life, find those who have found the "more of life" and ask them how they have done it. Most people are happy to share their steps of success. After all, big fish and bright Lights cannot hide, and because of this, they usually enjoy sharing their bigness and their brightness.
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Aquarium Tank Basics
Any new aquarium tank should first be given a thorough test to ensure that it is watertight. If after 12 hours there are no leaks, it may be emptied...read more
The Optimum Cichlid Aquarium Part 1
Setting Up Your Cichlid Aquarium
The groups of fishes commonly referred to as Cichlids, comprise a vast group of, generally larger and more...read more
The business of bigness and brightness...hmmm, sounds like a good book title...okay, I'm off to my next project...can you see my Light getting brighter???
About the author:
Ken Donaldson has been based in Tampa Bay offering counseling, coaching, and educational programs since 1987. His REALationship Coaching programs empower people to have more successful lives, businesses and relationships by building a powerful relationship with themselves first. Ken is also the author of the upcoming book Marry YourSelf First! Visit his website: http://www.REALationshipCoach.comfor more information and sign-up his free e-program Illuminations and Sparks of Brilliance.
The Optimum Cichlid Aquarium Part 2
Part 2
Heating
If you want to keep Cichlids you will need to heat them. A good guide is approximately 1 watt of heating per liter of water. A...
Aquarium care for beginners
Keeping tropical fish is a fascinating hobby that has been
enjoyed for centuries in different parts of the world. The
Romans kept live anemones in...read more
Aquarium Fish
You have the set up and now all you need is the fish to go in
it, but what to choose? Do you want to start of small? Or do you
want to dive right...read more
Aquarium Plant
Aquariums plants are not crucial when it comes to setting up a
new aquarium but they do help adding attractive features to it.
A tank full of fish...read more
Starting a saltwater aquarium
starting a saltwater aquarium is a task that can be fun and
rewarding, or devastating. It all depends on if you put it
together well where it...read more
Tropical Fish Aquarium
Tropical fish are beautiful and are brilliant for keeping at
home provided that they have the right habitat. When thinking of
keeping tropical fish...read more
Aquarium Plants And Lighting Mini-guide
Aquarium plants are as important to aquariums as water is to fish. Aquarium plants add more life to aquarium and make it to look beautiful while...read more
Aquarium Stand
Aquarium stands are a great thing to have in your home when you
have an aquarium. Placing tanks on tables can be dangerous;
maybe the table is not...read more
Cleaning Your Fish Tank
One of the nicest additions to any home is a fish tank. A fish tank creates a colourful, relaxing ambience and they come in a huge range of sizes...read more
Clown loaches in aquariums
The Clown Loach is a popular fish in tropical aquariums since it
is very beautiful and not too difficult to keep. Its scientific
name is Botia...read more
The Optimum Cichlid Aquarium Part 2
Part 2
Heating
If you want to keep Cichlids you will need to heat them. A good guide is approximately 1 watt of heating per liter of water. A...read more
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