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- When Stress is Actually GOOD for You - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2012 from Jack SingerWe are constantly bombarded with statistics regarding the harmful effects of stress on our health, both mentally and physically. We know that stress is one of the leading contributors to 8 of the most life threatening illnesses, including cancer, heart disease, strokes and contributes to many ...
Views: 2142 - Communication Skills for Financial Advisors - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2012 from Jack SingerTo succeed as an advisor, it’s not good enough to have the right products and the right clients. You need to understand your clients’ underlying goals and constraints and to develop an atmosphere of trust and understanding. In the course of my work with numerous advisors, I have found that the ...
Views: 1132 - What Financial Advisors Can Learn from Eli Manning - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2012 from Jack SingerHow to Conquer the Real Threat to Your Success I don’t know Eli Manning personally. But I know a thing or two about what it takes to become a champion, as he did by winning the Super Bowl on Sunday night. In my 33 years of experience as a professional sports psychologist, I have counseled ...
Views: 1154 - The Ultimate Legacy of Papa Joe Paterno - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2012 from Jack SingerCertainly the storied career of former Penn State football coach Joe Paterno has left many praising his legacy of career wins, devotion and loyalty to his university for so many decades, and his concern with providing a wonderful role model for the young men under his tutelage. Sadly, the end ...
Views: 1332(1 vote) - Stress and the Holidays - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2011 from Jack SingerFor many people, stress levels spike during holiday season and here are the key reasons. A DOZEN TIPS TO BUILD YOUR RESILIENCY TO STRESS More than twenty years ago, stress was the cover story in Time magazine. “Stress” was referred to as “The Epidemic of the Eighties,” and it was referred to ...
Views: 1034(1 vote) - Protecting Our Precouis Children From Predators Lurking Among Us - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2011 from Jack SingerThe greatest risk to our children doesn't come from strangers but from friends and family. In light of the devastating events that allegedly took place at Penn State and Syracuse Universities, we now see fresh evidence of horrific child sexual abuse that continues to be all too prevalent in ...
Views: 1403(2 votes) - When Your Therapist Is Only a Click Away - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2011 from Jack SingerMary Smith headed outside to her friend’s pool. Settling into a lounge chair, she tapped the Skype application on her phone. Hundreds of miles away, her face popped up on her therapist’s computer monitor; he smiled back on her phone’s screen. She took a sip of her cocktail. The session ...
Views: 1010 - Kid's Have Stress Too - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Jack SingerWhy Children Are More Stressed Than Ever And What You Can Do To Help Childhood has changed. Instead of pick-up baseball and basketball games on the corner lot, there are competitive travel leagues for kids as young as seven or eight. Instead of the three “R’s”; Reading, wRiting and ...
Views: 1251(1 vote) - Distress and Eustress. Do You Know the Difference? - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2011 from Jack SingerWhen we think of emotional stress, we automatically assume it’s something that is bad for us. Yes, some kinds of stress are associated with health issues such as high blood pressure, headaches, and even weight gain. But not all stress is negative stress. To illustrate, think about stress on ...
Views: 2765(1 vote) - How To Encourage Your Child’s Love of Reading - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2011 from Jack SingerReading, and a love for reading begins long before a child enters preschool or kindergarten. It begins at home! By reading with and to your children early in life, you are setting them firmly on the path to later success. There are so many fun activities that we can do with our children to get ...
Views: 1078(1 vote) - What to Do When Your Child Refuses to Attend College - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2011 from Jack SingerAs a parent, you certainly want the best for your children. While a college education is important, it is only one of many roads to success. But you are convinced that college is the best road for your child and you are meeting with resistance, trying using the following tactics to convince ...
Views: 1084 - Is Your Child Resisting Learning How to Read? - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Jack SingerThere is a fun and simple way to get your kids started recognizing some basic words. You can do it easily without even having to spend any money. Simply label things in your house. The kids will enjoy getting involved in the ongoing process of labeling things, as well. You will need some ...
Views: 1033 - How Is Your “To Do” List Working For You? - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Jack SingerTo-do lists are magic. According to experts, the second you write something down, you’re infinitely more likely to actually make it happen than if you rely on your (sometimes faulty) memory. Some of the greatest thinkers – and achievers! – of our time have been inveterate list-makers, ...
Views: 1284 - Tips for Increasing Your Student Energy - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Jack SingerIt’s no secret that college students have severe schedules, even in the summer. Between juggling classes, studying, assignments, internships, working a part time job, and making time for friends, it’s predictable that your energy levels are low. Although most students resort to caffeine to ...
Views: 1329 - How to Develop Confidence in Yourself - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Jack SingerDo you struggle with doubts that hold you back from reaching your dreams? Are you timid in situations that may present roadblocks to your success? Instead of settling for a mediocre life, learn a few simple strategies that will help you to feel confident in every situation. Confidence in your ...
Views: 1063 - How to Get Your Children To Go To Bed - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Jack SingerEstablishing a good nighttime routine can be difficult for families with children of all ages. If you start introducing a routine early in life, your kids may be more likely to stick to a routine later in life. Establishing a routine that keeps your household running smoothly can be a challenge ...
Views: 1007 - Professional Speaking Tips From Dr. Jack Singer - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Jack SingerAs a psychologist who is also a professional speaker I am often asked by people how to gain in confidence so they can get up on stage and easily share their gifts and passions. What I have always found is that the way you talk reflects your personality and displays the amount of confidence you ...
Views: 1170 - 8 Tips for Keeping Managing Daily Stress - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Jack SingerDo you feel like you have so much to do and not enough time to get everything done? When your life gets crazy, you can’t let the busyness take over your mind. You need to put yourself first to maintain your mental health. Here are eight tips for keeping a clear mind: 1. Get organized. Your ...
Views: 1175 - How to Break a Bad Habit - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Jack SingerDo you have habits that hold you back from experiencing the successful life you deserve? Your habit may be as small as biting your nails or buying expensive lattes every day. On the opposite end of the spectrum, you may wish to break free of smoking, extreme anger, excessive eating, or other ...
Views: 1099(1 vote) - Exercise and Alzheimer’s Disease - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Jack SingerResearch recently reported in the Monitor on Psychology shows that aerobic exercise not only significantly improves health and wards off disease, but it also may prevent—and even reverse—cognitive (thinking) functions. New neurons and neuron connections develop, which favorably impact general ...
Views: 1667 - Ten Tips to Get Healthy and Fit - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2010 from Jack SingerDo you desire a healthy life, but feel like the road to that lifestyle is an impossible one? The truth is that a life of vitality and energy is within your reach. If you’re willing to take a few simple steps toward your dreams, they can become reality. And this can happen quicker than you ...
Views: 1646(1 vote) - Consistently Outperform Your Sales - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Jack SingerAdd Sales TRIUMPHS Model to Your Selling Skills Repertoire Susan has been doing well in her sales career for many years. She understands how to make cold calls, how to follow up on leads and referrals and how to offer excellent customer service. Yet, she’s amazed at how much ...
Views: 1979(1 vote) - Becoming an “Inner Winner” in Your Sales Career - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2010 from Jack SingerApply the Secrets that Sport Psychologists Use With Elite Athletes to Skyrocket Your Sales Performance By Jack Singer, Ph.D. Matt is a sales manager with a computer software company. His sales people have the responsibilities of generating new business by making “cold calls” and following ...
Views: 1472(1 vote) - Sports Hypnosis for Athletes - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Jack SingerSports Hypnosis for athletes? Hypnosis for athletes was something that was unheard of some years ago, but is now considered an important tool in the elite athlete's arsenal. This applies to all activities from football to poker! Did you know that hypnosis and self-hypnosis are actually ...
Views: 4919(1 vote) - Overcoming the Biggest Obstacle to Sports Success - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2010 from Jack SingerThe Fear of Failure You just split sets with a tough opponent. You won the first easily and he won a close second set. As you begin the third set, you become aware of subtle changes in your approach to each point. You’ve been in this situation before. You are playing it ...
Views: 4089(5 votes) - Workplace Shaman: An Olympian Example - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2010 from Jack SingerMary Pearson, Financial Post Published: Tuesday, March 16, 2010 Witnessing the commitment, focus, fortitude and performance of the world's best athletes competing in the Olympics and Paralympics has been awesome and inspiring. Athletes train their minds and psyche as well as their ...
Views: 2275(5 votes) - Athletes and Sports Psychology - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2010 from Jack SingerWhen the chips are down, the athlete often cannot share his/her inner fears, anxiety and anger issues with the coach or their parents. Now, the athlete has a critical ally...the professional Sports Psychologist (also referred as the professional Sport Psychologist). The Sports Psychologist, who ...
Views: 3875(3 votes) - Professional Athletes and Hypnosis - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2009 from Jack SingerProfessional Athletes Using Hypnosis to Enhance Mental Toughness and Peak Performance As they get older and put more mileage on their bodies, proactive thinking professional athletes look for an edge. Much of the training and coaching that professional athletes receive works on the logical ...
Views: 2698(1 vote) - Stress Management Tips from a licensed Clinical, Sports and Industrial/Organizational Psychologist - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2009 from Jack SingerMore than twenty years ago, stress was the cover story in Time magazine. Stress was referred to as “The Epidemic of the Eighties” and it was referred to as the nation’s number one health problem. Flash forward to 2007. Results were released on December 12, 2007 from “Stress in America,” the ...
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