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How To Use Momentum Thinking Tools To Deal With Adversities - By Joel Simms (Dr. Mo) Lighten Your Load And Boost Your Momentum - By Joel Simms (Dr. Mo)Ten Ways To Motivate Yourself When You Are Feeling Down - By Joel Simms (Dr. Mo)- The Causes of Procrastination and How to Overcome It - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2010 from CB MichaelsWhat is procrastination? Defined, it is: delaying, deferring, or putting off an action until a later date. This may seem innocuous and even justified in some cases, but it is really one of the biggest traps you will encounter on your path towards personal development and achievement. ...
Views: 1448(3 votes) - A Few More Thoughts on Building Decisiveness - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2010 from CB MichaelsI wrote another article titled “How to be Decisive” that talks about the reasons people experience intense indecision in all areas of their lives and touched on some simple methods to employ to help overcome it. I feel that the subject of effective decision making is a complex one, and so I’ve ...
Views: 1504(1 vote) - Understanding Consistency - How to Maintain Your Focus? - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2010 from CB MichaelsOne of the biggest culprits for failure -- that is, people not doing what they set out to do -- is consistency. By “consistency” I’m simply referring to the ability to stick with a course of action once you’ve decided on it, and not getting distracted by the first shiny object that crosses your ...
Views: 8267 - Do You Have a Bad Case of 'Not Good Enough-ness'? - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2010 from Karen LuniwSomewhere along the way we learned that we must do more, be more, have more and anything less is deemed 'not good enough'. You know, even my tag lines have been...be more or attract more but too many of us take that out of context. I work with very smart, top achievers and many suffer from ...
Views: 1080(5 votes) - About Albert Einstein To Write Effective Albert Einstein Essay - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2010 from Sam CollierNow, that you are assigned to write an Albert Einstein essay, you need to have an idea about Albert Einstein so that you can properly write essay on Albert Einstein .Almost everybody knows about the famous scientist but the knowledge is not enough so here, we will be presenting you a look into ...
Views: 1839(2 votes) - Are you clairvoyant? - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2010 from Elinor StutzDo you use your intuition to make final decisions or use the philosophy “sleep on it” and wake up with an answer in the morning? These questions may seem a bit “out there” for hardcore businesspeople. However when you pay attention to all of your senses and thoughts, you develop a ...
Views: 1095 - Living Happily Ever After…Today - by Submitted on May 21, 2012 from Dr. Mollie MartiThe field of positive psychology (which partners closely with the fields of neurology, biochemistry, eastern medicine and others) is built on the scientific premise of neuroplasticity – the brain’s ability to change. This means that greater levels of happiness are attainable through ...
Views: 2396(4 votes) - Great Topics For Writing Shakespeare Essay - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2010 from Sam CollierWho doesn’t know about William Shakespeare and his legendry works, he has touched almost every area of the literature from comedy to tragedy to poetry to history. His most famous work includes Shakespeare Romeo and Juliet and Shakespeare Macbeth essay. There are countless Shakespeare essay topic ...
Views: 3676(1 vote) - Modern Day Heretic - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2010 from Susan Crampton DavisI decided to be a modern day heretic when my lifetime of professional and personal experiences told me we are going about career fulfillment all wrong. I concluded we don’t need more free sodas, flex hours, or a louder declaration that bringing our strengths to work can solve today’s biggest ...
Views: 1400(1 vote) - Continually Fanning the Flames of your Drive - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2010 from Karen LangstonWhen it comes to getting results in your business or personal life, it takes thought and action of thought. A thought can inspire what if? Which leads to I wonder, which can either physically motivate you into action and physically manifest the thought, or allow that little voice to talk you out ...
Views: 1149 - Personal Development 101- In The Beginning - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2010 from Chantel ClarkInitiate Your Personal Development Plan Right Now~ Maybe you feel the need to recreate your life or possibly have a strong desire to embark on a personal development plan. This should get you started in the right direction and get you marching toward the development of a completely new ...
Views: 1474(1 vote) - Life Will Pay Whatever Price You Ask of It - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2010 from Luminita SaviucI honestly believe that life will give us whatever we ask of it. There is so much abundance in the universe and all we need to do is ask. Ask and believe that we will receive that which we’ve asked for. There are so many people in the world that don’t know how to ask. They have poverty thoughts ...
Views: 5848(1 vote) - Your Success is the Commitment You Puti in... - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2010 from Tyrron Whyte (Leo)The quality of your success is the quality of the commitment you put into it. No matter how small a goal you need to achieve, you should begin with a commitment. This commitment will determine the direction you need to take. Have not been able to achieve goals? Or do you constantly move from ...
Views: 2003 - Stop procrastinating now - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2010 from Dia ThabetStop Procrastinating What is procrastination? Why do you procrastinate? How can you stop procrastinating? In our time, there are many diseases and viruses that affect the human body. At the same time, there is a disease that affects our success, which is procrastination. Procrastination is ...
Views: 1083 - Making a Decision? Discover What Is Most Important to You - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2010 from Maurine PattenAre you struggling with whether or not to do something? Sometimes it can feel like you are at a crossroad. You might feel: • Confused about what you are feeling and why. • Stuck in a work situation or relationship. • Overwhelmed and stressed by recent events. You may have blind spots ...
Views: 1450 - Find how wonderful you are - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2010 from hagit dayanCompliment yourselves, believe in yourselves, and give yourselves credit. You are wonderful people; each and every one of you has many talents. You have achieved much in your lives. You are dear people. All you have to do is acknowledge it, believe in it and cultivate it. I once heard a ...
Views: 1510(5 votes) - Between Work And Home, What Is The Best Work Environment For Productivity? - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Max-Marc FossouoHow many times on average you spend at work per week? Most people will probably say something between 40 hours to 50 hours or even 60 hours as for the elite average. Now let me ask you this, when you come back from work, how many hours do you take out of your family time to finish an unfinished ...
Views: 1329 - Don't Let Challenging Times Keep You From Accomplishing Your Goals - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2010 from Erik TherwangerPeople often look at challenging times as obstacles in their path to accomplishing goals. I have found that difficult situations can actually be the catalyst for much greater things, if you let them. I wrote my first book, "Think GREAT: 5 Steps to a Greater Life" to tell the story of my wife’s ...
Views: 1561 - Accomplishing Goals in 90 Days - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2010 from Erik TherwangerCan you get focused for 90 days? Are the goals in your life important enough to eliminate bad habits and create new, great habits? Many of us have started some form of a program to improve certain aspects in our lives. The problem is that most of us start off strong, but fail to finish. I use ...
Views: 2594(2 votes) - Achieving Your Dreams - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2010 from Richard (Dick) WarnMost of us enter adulthood with dreams of achieving financial freedom, a house in the country, a career we love, yearly vacations in Hawaii, a cabin on the beach, owning our own firm and perfect health. People achieving these things (high achievers) are crystal clear dreamers, yet very few ...
Views: 1513 - Those Who Mind Won’t Matter! - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2010 from Richard (Dick) WarnSir Lawrence Olivier, British actor and director, said, “I have to act to live.” Sir Lawrence Olivier had gotten so good at professional acting that he loved what he did. That type of “love” occurs when someone becomes one with what they are doing. No one has the ability to become that good ...
Views: 1457(1 vote) - BE-DO-HAVE Your Goals - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2010 from Barbara McRae, MCCHave you ever had a goal you didn't meet? I used to have so many goals I'd feel overwhelmed. One day, I found a simple formula that works. Previously, I thought that in order to accomplish much, the emphasis needed to be on the "doing." Now I know goals are achieved faster when the ...
Views: 1328 - Revitalilzing Your Career in 7 Steps - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2010 from Barbara McRae, MCCThere is much unrest in the workplace these days. Many people are grateful to still be in business or employed BUT are tired of the lack of recognition, decrease in sales, frustrated with office politics or feeling empty inside. Whether you want to revitalize your existing career or want ...
Views: 1163 - Journaling: Your Daily Dose of Focus - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2010 from Mari L. McCarthyGetting into the habit of a new habit is the hardest part. We may jump into something new wholeheartedly, but making it a habit is another story. Many of us aren't very reliable when it comes to committing to something, and sticking to it through thick and thin. We start off enthusiastically, ...
Views: 2136(1 vote) - What Is The #1 Real Tool To Stop Procrastinating? - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2010 from Max-Marc FossouoI am reading for the second time this wonderful best selling book from Napoleon Hill published in 1937 and entitled: “Think and Grow Rich.” (the book is available at Cheap’Shop, the Act2be.com online store of ONLY self-improvement materials). In the chapter 8 of this original version, Napoleon ...
Views: 1282(1 vote) - WALKING BY FAITH IN THE FACE OF FEAR - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2010 from Jo Anne Meekins2008 held some highlights that were obtained strictly by pressing through fear to walk in faith. My God-orchestrated 2008 highlights included: publishing my first book with Author House; purchasing space to promote my book at Dr. Sujay’s Moving Up Conference in the NY Marriott hotel; my first ...
Views: 2083 - How to make the right decision... the spiritual way - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2010 from Tim OngWe make decisions every day. Most times, these decisions do not lead to a significant change in outcome. For example, we decide whether to have sandwich or pizza for dinner, or we decide whether to watch a movie or go to the park this weekend. However, some decisions can lead to big changes ...
Views: 2909(1 vote) - Get Rid of Stress By Changing Your Circle of Friends? Part 1 - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2010 from Lisa ChristiansenA study recently came out that says Darwin may have been wrong about "survival of the fittest". This information came from researchers at the University of Bristol in England that was published in Biology Letters. They say finding the right "living space" may be more important than natural ...
Views: 4052 - How to make a decision that will benefit you? - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2010 from Dia ThabetHow to make a decision that will benefit you? Do you know how to make a decision? Is making decisions easy for you? Many people find themselves lost when they want to make a decision. People often do what they will do when it is clear to them what they do not want. Usually, no one can ...
Views: 989 - I’m an MBA Grad: Now Where? - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2010 from Todd RhoadOne of the toughest things a graduate has to do is to find suitable work. The big question is….where? In this post, we’ll take a look at where corporate recruiters say the best places are to search for a job if you’re a 2010 MBA graduate. The world’s economic troubles are certainly ...
Views: 2451(1 vote) - Make Money When Speaking by Overcoming and Understanding the Physiology of Fear - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2010 from Otis Brown, Jr.,Some people are more afraid of speaking in public than they are of sustaining serious injury or dying. Very few people rarely get nervous when they are required to make a speech. Even the very best speakers get butterflies before giving a presentation. Regardless as to what you feel before ...
Views: 1314 - Achieve Huge Success and Make Money From Home Using Your Knowledge of Extrinsic Motivation - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2010 from Otis Brown, Jr.,Extrinsic motivation makes reference to motivation that comes from outside oneself. These motivating factors are all external or outside rewards. An extrinsically motivated individual will work at something even when they don't want to or have little interest in it. This is a lot like what ...
Views: 1475 - Soar to Great Heights - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2010 from Samantha JohnsonCover the Clock Most people, more often than we care to admit, don’t need to wear a watch. There are all manner of clocks and timepieces surrounding us. If you’ve got an appointment or if it’s important for you to be someplace in a particular time, sure, wear a watch if it’s convenient. To ...
Views: 3786 - Three Questions To Start You Down The Road To Happiness - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2010 from Becky Yancey WaggamanPeriodically it can be most beneficial to stop and ask yourself how “happy” or “content” are you with your life. You are really the only person who truly knows. Not only are you the only one who knows but you are the only one who is responsible and can actually choose happiness and purpose for ...
Views: 1722(1 vote) - Finish What You Start - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2010 from Craig CopelandIs Finishing What You Start something you currently struggle with? Have you ever stopped to ask yourself why you’re having trouble completing your goals, dreams, projects, or even simple tasks? The obvious answer is that you may have too much on your plate. Every time you have good intentions ...
Views: 1753 - I want to create my own business/practice, but… I am so afraid! - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2010 from Nathalie EkoboI did quit my job, -“I fired my boss” as I used to say- because I had a little voice inside telling me to do so. But, at the same time, I was so afraid. I could also hear another voice inside telling me all the horrible things that might happen. These two voices were creating an inner conflict ...
Views: 1191 - Is Coaching for YOU? - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2010 from Nathalie EkoboFirst let’s look at what coaching is and why it could help you. Do you want to reduce and manage your stress, develop your own business or a special project faster, attract clients with more ease, enjoy more free time, charge what you are really worth, and/or improve your personal or business ...
Views: 1619(2 votes) - The Metaphysics of Sports - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Frederick DodsonThis is a brief Manual on how to apply mental focussing, mental releasing and metaphysical ideas about attractor-energy-fields to athletes, sports pros and to win games and matches. 1. Visualisation of Physical Movements and Success In academic field studies it has been verified time and ...
Views: 4470(1 vote) - Failure is an option. - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2010 from Rev. Adam BrandtToo often in life, people are told that failure is not an option. What if I told you that failure is not only an option, but a valuable tool in personal development. I like to compare life to a round of golf. Imagine the 18 holes as your life timeline. From the first tee, to the final putt ...
Views: 1575(3 votes) - Growing Up: Time only flies when you throw your watch! - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from Gwendolyn WardWhen I was 16, I wanted to be 18. At 18, I wanted to be 21. To me each age meant I was grown; what I never considered was the growth I needed between them — because maturing is a process that brings along two friends: responsibility and challenges. Every professional or personal challenge I ...
Views: 1547(1 vote) - Are you the Tortoise or the Hare? - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from Mary Dee FreemanI walk my dogs every day. After I get past a certain point on the walk I let them off their leashes. Their reactions to freedom are the exact opposite. Barney likes to wander off the path. He’s a three year old Beagle so he will follow his nose just about anywhere. In fact, I have to watch ...
Views: 2036(2 votes) - Overcoming Disappointment and Losing Gracefully - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2010 from Terrianne SmallKathleen stood on stage ramrod straight beneath the bright lights, a smile pasted on her face. She was stunned, just couldn’t believe she had lost, but the proof was in the bouquet the winning contestant held in her arms. Was her gown not right? Her hair? Were her teeth not white enough? What ...
Views: 4492 - What Motivates the Typical Online Entrepreneur? - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from TJ PhilpottThe typical online entrepreneur is a different species insofar as they generally work alone and within an industry that can be very stressful and demanding. Being your own boss is great however many are prone to second thoughts about this when they find that everything' is their responsibility! ...
Views: 827(2 votes) - The Time Might Never Be Just Right; If Not Now, When? - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2010 from Maria MartinezTeddy Roosevelt has been quoted saying: “The only one who never makes mistakes is the one who never does anything.” When I decided to pursue my long term dream of opening my practice full time, I knew that there was a lot of risk involved. Even those closest and dearest to me questioned the ...
Views: 1400(2 votes) - How to be more Patient - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2010 from Osman HameedHow you cope with problems, is greatly effected by your past The coping style which you learned as a child is generally same in later life. If you learned that kicking and screaming loudly enough will result in your mom or dad caving in and letting you "have it now" you are likely to ...
Views: 1239(2 votes) - Climbing - Climb To The Top - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2010 from Bruce McClellanEver since I was young, the trees called to me. I loved to climb. About halfway down the street from my childhood home, my best friend, Peter Esposito, had two large evergreen pine trees in his front yard. They must have been well over 50 feet tall. As a daily ritual, we would crawl under the ...
Views: 1200(1 vote) - 5 Simple Transformations To Improve Life - Volume 1 of 4 - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2010 from Mandy ZadoorianI have managed several employees over the years and I'm always surprised with the amount struggling with change and the fear to transform particular areas of their job description or to even grasp new information. The first week of one job in particular, I recall watching the staff to learn, ...
Views: 1511(3 votes) - The “X-Factor”: What are the Secrets of the Super-Achievers’ of this World (Part Two)? - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2010 from Craig LockArticle Title: The “X-Factor”: What are the Secrets of the Super-Achievers’ of this World (Part Two)? Author Name: Craig Lock Category (key words): Success, Achievement, Phillip Baker Web Sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com and www.lulu.com/craiglock Other Articles are available at: ...
Views: 1740 - Do We Get What We Ask For? - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2010 from carole railtonLife Coaching Zone - Do we get what we ask for? Article by Carole Railton Most of us are controlled by our unconscious - and the very fact it is our unconscious means that we don't realise this! It is tough changing things embedded in our unconscious mind, unless of course we begin to work ...
Views: 1697 - When Nature Wants A Man - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2012 from Rick GettleWhen Nature Wants A Man By Angela Morgan Excerpt Article From: Succes Academy "Successercising - Successful Living Course Series" - Course #7 By Rick Gettle www.master-mind-aliance.com - www.successercising.com When Nature Wants To Drill A Man, And Thrill A Man, And Skill A ...
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