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- If When - Two Often Crippling Words - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from Geoff Fickeby: Geoff Ficke Words matter. How we express ourselves is the most important indicator of the type of person we are and the type of life we lead. In my work as a marketing consultant I have the opportunity to meet hundreds of people each year. They are usually attempting to bring a product, ...
Views: 1739(3 votes) - Smart Women and the Game of Entrepreneurship - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Joy ChudacoffA few days ago, my 7 year old daughter came home with what I thought was a challenging school project---designing and creating her own game from scratch. Jenna was stumped at first. She came up with a few ideas but then quickly gave up as she found some “glitches” in her plan. This got me ...
Views: 1309(3 votes) - Are You Effectively Managing All Of Your Personal Account Information? - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2012 from Bob RobinsonAre you one of those people who know precisely how many accounts you have with different companies and institutions? Do you have all of the details for each account duly noted and recorded in some organized fashion? If you are and if you do, you are likely in the minority. For purposes of ...
Views: 2593(2 votes) - THE PSYCHIC SENSES - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2011 from Lisa TunneyPsychic senses come in many forms. Most people know about clairvoyance, but I wanted to list the rest of the “clair-s” so that you are familiar with them all. You may have one or more of the following, but usually one is stronger than the others in each individual. -Clairvoyance - I thought I ...
Views: 4962(2 votes) - Women Battering Men - The Other Side of DOMESTIC ABUSE - by Submitted on May 25, 2012 from Roni Weisberg-RossLet’s begin by talking about Domestic Abuse in general - how it is regarded and dealt with in our culture. As a psych intern I was taught that we must report Child Abuse, Elder Abuse, a credible threat by one individual to physically harm another or a credible threat by an individual to ...
Views: 3093 - Attracting a Dream Relationship Using a Vision Board - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Barbara PellegrinoAttracting a relationship using a vision board is a hot topic. Today, Mothers day, I was very happy remembering this huge blessing, that manifested for me in 1994, in the area of dream relationships. I still love rejoicing in the "tipping point' / quantum leap that has brought me to this day ...
Views: 10524(2 votes) - 3 Reasons Why Keeping Score is Good for Your Relationship - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Shela DeanYou’ve been told it’s death to your relationship but I’m going to give you three reasons why, when done right, keeping score is good for your relationship. 1. It’s a human nature “lemon” so you might as well make lemonade. Mother Teresa and Gandhi aside, we all keep score. It’s human nature ...
Views: 1857(1 vote) - Heal yourself through Forgiveness - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Joan Marie WhelanHave you been stuck in a dead-end job or relationship and cannot seem to move forward in your professional or personal life? Nine times out of ten, you are holding onto old emotional wounds that are preventing you from making wise decisions about your life and the direction you need to take to ...
Views: 1605(3 votes) - What does Failing in Life mean to you? - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Joan Marie WhelanLosing is a part of everyday life. You can get beat and you will be recognized for doing your best but that is all part of life's true gifts when we take them as lessons and learn from them. I honestly believe that we truly only can fail in life only when we quit. If we never quit then we ...
Views: 2168 - Human Evolutionary Psychology - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from arun srkHuman evolutionary psychology is the amalgamation of two sciences -- evolutionary biology and cognitive psychology. It is the approach of explaining human behavior based on the combination of evolutionary biology, anthropology, cognitive science, and the neurosciences. Human evolutionary ...
Views: 1097 - Human Factors Psychology - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from arun srkHuman factors is a field of psychology focusing on a array of different topics, including ergonomics (the science related to man and his work, embodying the anatomic, physiologic, and mechanical principles affecting the efficient use of human energy), workplace safety, human error, product ...
Views: 1205 - Human Psychology Facts - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from arun srkA small number of basic human psychology facts, tips and important things are given. These facts will help anyone to study psychology in greater depth and understand the vastness of the subject. 1. Human psychology looks to describe, elucidate, envisage, amend and improve behaviors. The 4 ...
Views: 9911 - The Rules of Disengagement: Ending Conversations Gracefully and Tactfully - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from Colette RobicheauDo you ever have trouble ending a telephone conversation? Do you need to speak to someone but worry because it always turns into a long drawn out conversation on topics you would rather not speak about? Do people come in your office and you can't get them to leave? Do your meetings run too ...
Views: 2171 - Human Psychology - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from arun srkHuman psychology is possibly the most multifaceted natural phenomena of all the truly mysterious creations of nature. Human psychology involves the scientific study of human behavior and mindset. Although this field of study in philosophical context dates back to the ancient civilizations of ...
Views: 1017(1 vote) - Tools for Time Management - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from Colette RobicheauReady to get organized to better manage your time? Here are some helpful tools to get you started. Day Planner. Use one place to record all your appointments and special dates. Be sure to record telephone numbers along with appointment details so you can call if you are running late or ...
Views: 1076 - 3 Thought Leader Article Templates That Will Help You Attract More Clients Like Magnets - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from Eric GruberSome business owners attract clients and customers like magnets. Their marketing seems effortless. They don't advertise. They haven't made a cold call in years. They charge more. They're regularly asked to speak at conferences and are featured in newspapers and magazines. Their articles are ...
Views: 1304 - ***Natural Stress Therapy made possible with Water Fountains: - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2013 from Serenity HealthAs a part of evolution Man has been on a constant upward slide of developing and exploiting technology in all forms possible and in the race for success he seldom gets time for himself. Human body is constantly under stress both external and internal owing to the machine-like life that we lead. ...
Views: 2207(4 votes) - "3 Ways to Fulfill Your Hearts Yearning" - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2011 from LaTalya Palmer"3 Ways to Fulfill Your Hearts Yearning" By: LaTalya Palmer-Lewis Article ID: 4294500 Article Submitted: May 14, 2010 Category: Self Improvement :: Personal Growth Article Word Count: 1127 Would you believe it if I told you that many of our problems in life, emotional upsets, ...
Views: 1394 - Affiliate Marketing Research Done Right - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Jim BatuyongIt’s no secret that most of us would love to be able to quit our jobs and go into business for ourselves. I’m pretty sure if you are reading this article you are one of those people who have decided to test the waters and see what this Affiliate Marketing thing is people are always talking ...
Views: 2322(1 vote) - ***Self Discovery Journal: The Senior Orphan - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comWritten By: Dave Hager DAVE’S CORNER 16 APRIL 2010 SELF DISCOVERY JOURNAL: THE SENIOR ORPHAN I don’t know if I can write this but I’ll try. We began work on the new investment property in Winston-Salem yesterday. I went up today to follow through and consult with Phillip Watson, my ...
Views: 2280(5 votes) - ***From Ezekiel to FDR: On Raising Taxes - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comWritten By: Lew Hamburger I believe in raising taxes. Now that I have your attention, this is why. We make decision-making and life way too complicated. When you cut through the fog, deciding what to do in tough situations can be reduced to three questions: * What kind of person do ...
Views: 2190(2 votes) - ***What You, BOOMERS and EMPTY NESTERS, Didn’t Know About NATURE? - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comWritten By: Natalie Caine, M.A. Spring cleaning triggers a part of you that wants to toss the old, clear out your space, and then pick a new, to decorate and bring in beauty. Beauty feeds your peace and your creativity. A plant, like rosemary, chamomile, or basil in your home can calm you. We ...
Views: 2404(4 votes) - ***Boomers….If You’re Aging, Count Your Blessings - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comWritten By: Angelena Craig As boomers we are growing older, not so far off from what was once called old age. We can dismiss these scary and unpleasant thoughts, perhaps until we notice one or more of the following… * When we look in the mirror, we appear less attractive. * We get ...
Views: 2656(4 votes) - ***How Do I Buy a Domain Name and Other Beginner Questions - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comWritten By: Judith Sherven, PhD and Jim Sniechowski, PhD Getting started making money online can be overwhelming for beginners, especially Boomers who didn’t grow up with computers in their playpens. Many people don’t even know the basics: What is a domain? How do I buy a domain? What is a ...
Views: 2096(3 votes) - ***Using Your Values to Make Decisions: The Compass - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comWritten By: Donna Thompson, PhD. “It’s not hard to make decisions when you know what your values are.” Roy Disney Life presents us with an endless stream of decisions that need to be made. Some decisions need to be made quickly; some need to be made publicly. We make some decisions without ...
Views: 3002(3 votes) - ***Aligning Your Life With Your Values: Living in Congruence - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comWritten By: Donna Thompson, PhD. “Personal leadership is the process of keeping your vision and values before you and aligning your life to be congruent with them.” Stephen Covey You are in control of your life, really. You are in control of your actions. You are in control of your ...
Views: 5215(4 votes) - ***Can Your Will Be Kept Too Safe? Surprisingly, the Answer is Yes! - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comWritten By: Gary Altman. Esq., CFP Oh that’s where that is!” – a common catch phrase during spring cleaning. We’ve all done it – put something in a “safe” place, only to forget exactly where that safe place is. Maybe you can’t track down the spare car key or perhaps you’ve misplaced the ...
Views: 2886(3 votes) - ***Special Diets for Special Conditions: An AntiCancer Diet - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comWritten by: David Russell, Ph.D., D.Sc Special diets making claims about the health benefits of their protocols are very popular today. It can be confusing that new diet regimens appear all the time and that the whole field of nutrition seems to change its mind radically every year or so. ...
Views: 2358(2 votes) - ***Identifying Your Values: Getting Down to the Core - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comWritten By: Donna Thompson, PhD. “Integrity is not so much a value in itself; it is rather the value that guarantees all the other values.“ Anonymous Your core values govern the way you live and the way you respond to life. They govern the way you react to situations that present ...
Views: 2970(3 votes) - ***Things to Consider for Retirement - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comWritten By: A.T. "Al" Benelli, CFP, FIC Each and every day, approximately 10,000 baby boomers celebrate their 65th birthday. Most people identify the arrival of age 65 with the event of “retirement” and the receipt of Social Security benefits. Actually, the age of full Social Security ...
Views: 1980(3 votes) - Coaching High School Soccer: A Guide To Self-control - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from Andre BotelhoLet's face it that like confidence, self-control in coaching high school soccer is an option that players can choose. In soccer coaching, it’s the relation between emotions and thoughts that concludes the self control strategies. All of us know our mental state influences our passions that ...
Views: 2105(1 vote) - Twitter 101 - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from Meghan GehanTwitter has become one of the most popular social networking sites, mostly due to its ease of maintenance and simple, direct approach. All it entails is the submission of less than 140 characters, push of the enter key and your news, website, press release, etc. is tweeted to all of your ...
Views: 1456 - ***How Employers Behave When There Are More Workers Than Jobs - by Submitted on May 17, 2010 from Ford MyersWhen there are many more workers than job openings, employers behave differently than they do in a healthy employment market. This is largely because the locus of control shifts from candidates to employers, and employers will have the sense that they can “call the shots.” These dynamics can ...
Views: 1372(4 votes) - ***Career Strategies for Recent Graduates - by Submitted on May 17, 2010 from Ford MyersNow that it is September, many recent college graduates are about to start their first professional positions. Many more are still engaged in the job search. I have been contacted over the past few months by parents who are deeply concerned about their childrens’ ability to find and keep good ...
Views: 1522(3 votes) - *** Seven Truths of Career Success - by Submitted on May 17, 2010 from Ford Myers1. The most qualified candidate does not necessarily get the job offer Many times, candidates with lesser qualifications get job offers simply because they’ve prepared and presented themselves in a more compelling way. They “package” themselves better, with an outstanding portfolio of career ...
Views: 1351(3 votes) - *** Should You Respond to Online Job Postings and “Help-Wanted” Ads? - by Submitted on May 17, 2010 from Ford MyersLet’s assume that you’ve just spent a lot of time preparing, strategizing and tooling-up for a job search. Now, you’re finally ready to get into action. What’s the first thing you’re likely to do? Of course! Go online (or open a newspaper or trade publication), to start scanning the job postings ...
Views: 1896(2 votes) - Social Networking in a Nutshell - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Meghan GehanGetting 'friended'. Sending Tweets. Linking up. There is no doubt that the world of social networking sites is a great way to make connections. In no time at all, you can build a list of hundreds, even thousands, of potential new clients that are not limited by geography (which is essential if ...
Views: 1348 - Set Measurable Goals That Change Your Life in Thirteen Minutes Flat - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Barnsley BrownDo you avoid making New Year's Resolutions? Do your shoulders tense up when you think about all you "should" have done so far this year? Do you feel like goal setting is such a huge task that will take you forever? If so, you're not alone. That's why I'd like to suggest that we all take a much ...
Views: 2245(1 vote) - ***Words are Weapons – Use Them With Care - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from JK HarrisSticks and stones may break my bones, but words can never hurt me. You probably learned this rhyme as a child and maybe chanted it to a playmate who was teasing you. It would be nice if it were true, but it’s not. Words can hurt. They can also help. They’re powerful. And their strength is not ...
Views: 1946(50 votes) - ***Make Your Goal to Succeed Big and Fail Small - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from JK HarrisIf you’re in business, you’re going to make mistakes and you’re going to occasionally fail. That’s okay, because that’s how you learn and how you get better and grow. The key is to minimize the impact of your mistakes and failures. Make your successes big and your failures small, and you’ll ...
Views: 1603(54 votes) - Beat Stress: Five Boundaries You Must Set to Be Happy and Productive - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Barnsley BrownMost people these days feel overloaded, overworked, overtired, over-everything! Not only are our plates full but our china is cracking under the weight of so much to do! May I suggest that boundaries are the key to regaining your energy, your peace of mind, and your productivity? Think about ...
Views: 1486(1 vote) - A Mind of Peace Guaranteed: How to Live a Happy Life and Forgive Others - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Barnsley BrownHappiness is a choice. This is what I challenged you to see in the companion article to this one, "Make Your Life Happy - How to Prosper and Choose Your Life Pursuit of Happiness." As John Lubbock asserts, "Happiness is a thing to be practiced, like a violin." And if you've ever played violin ...
Views: 1903(1 vote) - Maintaining Your Post Diet Weight - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from Dale MillerSo after months and months of hard work you’ve finally reached your weight loss goals. The work should be over now right? Wrong. Post diet maintenance can be just as challenging. Even while you don’t need to sacrifice to the same extent as you did during the diet phase, you will nevertheless ...
Views: 5415(3 votes) - 4 Tips To Kick Start Your Self Esteem - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from Seyi EyitayoAre you struggling with a low self esteem and self confidence? If you have answered yes. Please do not despair because help is at hand. Below are some valuable tips on how to re-gain your self esteem and manage it. 1, Avoid the blame game: It's almost impossible to appreciate ...
Views: 1853(1 vote) - Make Your Life Happy: The 5-Second Decision You Can Choose For Your Life Pursuit of Happiness - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Barnsley Brown"I have no idea what happiness is," someone in a seminar of mine confessed recently. She was responding to a self-assessment measuring stress and burnout levels and realized that her life was so full of "to-do's" that there was no space for what we'll call "woo-hoo's." She felt buried and ...
Views: 2449(1 vote) - Find Courage Yourself to Deal With Change and Choose Happiness - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from Barnsley BrownHow Do I Change My Life? Are you happy? Please note that I'm not asking if you FEEL happy. I'm asking if you ARE happy. Happiness does not have to be a fleeting emotion that we feel when everything's coming up roses. Instead, it is something you can have, right now, no matter what's going on ...
Views: 1770(1 vote) - 7 Exciting Activities to Help Spend Your Retirement Days In Complete Bliss - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Kimberly Aardal7 Exciting Activities to Help Spend Your Retirement Days In Complete Bliss It’s not uncommon for senior citizens to be called baby boomers, retirees, empty nesters, middle-aged people or any other name that denotes that they are older and no longer have to worry with family or work ...
Views: 1218 - Journaling for Inner and Outer Healing - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from Mari L. McCarthyJournaling on a regular basis is an opportunity to get into your inner life and understand what motivates you, what helps you, where you come from, and how your thought patterns are configured. Journaling helps us understand what's really going on inside of us, so we can get past all the baggage ...
Views: 2381(1 vote) - The Untold Truth About Mentors, and Why You DON'T Need "ONE" - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2014 from David RiklanI think there is a misconception about what a mentor truly is. A mentor is someone who guides you, someone wise, someone you trust. A mentor can be your confidant, advisor, coach, or even your role model. Many people swear by their mentors and frequently credit them with much of their ...
Views: 2915(9 votes) - ***Looking for Love in All the Right Places - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. We believe that many folks are afraid of marriage because they read the dire predictions about marriage in the news, they watch way too much television where the focus is, more often than not, on glorifying sex and multiple relationships, and because ...
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