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By Beth Banning & Neill GibsonSep 28, 20071 topic

Stop Saying You're Sorry - How to Start Living a Regret Free Life

Do you ever open your mouth and say things that you later regret? How about what you say in the heat of anger? Do you often find yourself saying "I'm sorry" for what you've said? If so... you're not alone. In this article we answer the question: "How do I learn to stop and think before I speak?" Read on to discover three steps for living a life with no regrets. nn Question: nn I have this problem. When I'm having an argument, I don't care or think about what is coming out of

Primary topic: Anger Management

Anger Management

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By Beth Banning & Neill GibsonNov 9, 20071 topic

Can A Gift Save Your Broken Relationship? This One Can!

Have you ever had an argument with someone and then tried to find the perfect gift to smooth things over? On the flip side, have you ever received a gift from someone who was trying to make up with you? Did it make you want to forgive and forget immediately? While gifts are fun to give and receive, most people experience that they don't have much power to change the inner dynamics of a relationship. Read on to discover a truly remarkable gift that, if given, can start to impr

Primary topic: Relationship Advice

Relationship Advice

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By Beth Banning & Neill GibsonNov 1, 20071 topic

Relationship Problems? -- The Best Relationships Start with You

If you have relationships in your life that are not going quite the way you want them to, you've possibly had arguments about what's not working. You might have attempted talking calmly about the problems to see if you could make some changes. You might have even tried ignoring what was going on all together in the hope that the problem would just work itself out. If you think you've tried it all, and you're still dissatisfied with a relationship in your life, don't give up y

Primary topic: Relationship Advice

Relationship Advice

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By Beth Banning & Neill GibsonOct 3, 20071 topic

Stress Relief -- 5 Keys for Turning Stressful Complaints into Soothing Inner-Guidance

GOT COMPLAINTS? nnBig or little, voiced or silent, major upsets or minor irritations... Have you ever noticed how much time and mental energy you spend complaining? Or how tense and uncomfortable it leaves you feeling? Complain long enough and you can end up feeling cynical and resigned to the fact that things will never change. nn WHY DO WE COMPLAIN? nnWe are taught at a very young age that there are right and wrong ways to do things, and good and bad ways to act. So, when s

Primary topic: Stress Management

Stress Management

1,666 views

By Beth Banning & Neill GibsonDec 8, 20071 topic

Effective Business Communication - The Fastest Path To Teamwork And Productivity

Have you ever wanted to be able to motivate the people around you? What if you could be a more meaningful contributor at work by inspiring others and finding a way to coordinate individual priorities and goals with the strategic vision of the organization? Does any of this sound intriguing? If so... you want to find out about the innovative business communication strategy that is revealed in this article. Regardless of the amount of experience you hold in the area of business

Primary topic: Communication Skills and Training

Communication Skills and Training

1,559 views

By Beth Banning & Neill GibsonJun 13, 20071 topic

The Art of Happinessâ¦ Be Happy Now

End your "pursuit of happiness" by discovering the art of "having happiness now." Has it ever seemed to you that: relationships are free but happiness is sold separately? Learn why authentic happiness is a choice you can start making today, and discover how to start finding the happiness you're looking for just one step away.nnWould you like to be 100% happier than you are now? How about 1,000% happier? What stands between you and having greater happiness now? Read on to see

Primary topic: Happiness

1,321 views

By Beth Banning & Neill GibsonAug 15, 20071 topic

Customer Service: 3 Typical Employee Mistakes and How to Handle Them

Do you want to increase profits dramatically? One of the best ways to do this is to focus your attention on your current customer satisfaction and good customer service skills. Profitable businesses don't just rely on attracting new customers, they work at encouraging existing customers to buy again and to provide positive word-of-mouth advertising to their friends. This can only happen when employees learn leading edge customer relationship management skills. Read on to disc

Primary topic: Management Skills

Management Skills

1,301 views

By Beth Banning & Neill GibsonJul 26, 20071 topic

Divorce Help... That Helps -- How to Survive Divorce and Recover Quickly

Does your whole life seem to be up in the air--even familiar things don't seem the same? Are you confused about what to do now, where to go from here or how to heal a broken heart? Whether or not you instigated the divorce, it may seem as though a tornado has whirled its way through your life, leaving wreckage everywhere. Surviving your divorce and re-creating your life into one that's fun, peaceful, and full of joy may take some time, but it is completely doable. Read on to

Primary topic: Divorce

1,219 views

By Beth Banning & Neill GibsonJun 14, 20071 topic

Successful Co-Parenting: How to Raise Happy, Healthy Kids with Your Ex

Are you tired of playing joint-custody tug-of-war with your Ex? Would you rather be paying for your kid's needs than paying your custody attorney? Discover the How-Tos of mutual respect with your Ex and co-operation in your shared parenting plans. Find advice that's miles apart from the usual divorced-parent information found in any ordinary shared-custody parenting class. These 5 Steps to Successful Co-parenting give you, your Ex, and your children the support you need most.

Primary topic: Parenting

1,177 views

By Beth Banning & Neill GibsonJun 13, 20071 topic

Do You Avoid Conflict and Confrontation At All Costs?

Do you avoid face-to-face conflicts and confrontation? Would you love to create more cooperation and respect in these crucial situations? Read on to discover more than simple conflict management skills. The authors reveal secrets that can replace your stress and tension with connection and support. Here you'll find the confidence to move beyond the work of "interpersonal conflict resolution" so you can finally start experiencing the joy of creating solutions that satisfy ever

Primary topic: Empowerment

1,148 views

By Beth Banning & Neill GibsonJun 14, 20071 topic

Making Your Resolutions a Reality!

How do you keep your New Year's resolutions, or any new resolutions? How many of your top 10 New Years Resolutions ever made it into March? New Year's resolutions are the most popular variety people make, and break, but we constantly set new intentions for our lives. What would you be able to accomplish if you learned the secret to making your resolutions a reality? Read to find answers for the 7 most important questions you can ask about how to keep all the new resolutions y

Primary topic: Motivation

1,117 views

By Beth Banning & Neill GibsonJul 10, 20071 topic

How to Stop Worrying: Combat Stress at it's Source

Do the things you worry about keep you up at night? Do you often feel nervous and uncomfortable? If so, this burden of stress is most likely making your life miserable. Do you want to break free from stress, stop worrying and start being happy? You can end this cycle now by identifying and dealing with the underlying causes of stress.nn Future Fears nnFear about future events is one of the most common causes of worrisome stress. These fears can range from trivial concerns--su

Primary topic: Stress Management

Stress Management

1,034 views

By Beth Banning & Neill GibsonAug 22, 20071 topic

The Art of Happiness -A Beginner's Guide to Loving Yourself First

Do you hear the phrases "self-love" or "loving yourself" and wonder what that really means or how to go about doing it? Are there things about yourself that you're not sure you even like, never mind think that you could love? No matter where you are in your life, or what you may think about yourself, read on to find self love techniques that will bring more happiness and satisfaction to your life.nnWhether you're single, married, or divorced, the sooner you start loving yours

Primary topic: Happiness

1,031 views

By Beth Banning & Neill GibsonJun 13, 20071 topic

Are you angry? GOOD!

What's missing in "anger management," "anger control," and just "dealing with anger?" Why not use these anger management techniques if you're angry? They miss the upside of anger: how to use your anger to create the life you truly want. No, is not about becoming that "angry man" or "angry woman" who scares people into submission. Here you'll find something much more enjoyable: the secrets for getting to the heart of anger and a simple process for using your anger to create a

Primary topic: Anger Management

Anger Management

996 views

By Beth Banning & Neill GibsonJul 19, 20071 topic

Find Happiness - Set Your Pet Peeves Free

Stress relief is a primary concern for most modern-day adults. Even doctors will tell you that finding happiness and letting go of tension is a key ingredient when building a healthy lifestyle. What most people don't realize is that happiness is a choice. You can actively reduce the stress in your life by learning to recognize and discard unhealthy patterns of thought. Wouldn't you like to stop complaining and start creating happiness in all aspects of your life?nnDid you kno

Primary topic: Happiness

985 views

By Beth Banning & Neill GibsonSep 11, 20071 topic

Panic and Anxiety - Three Simple Questions That Bring Relief

Are feelings of panic and anxiety consuming your world? One of the primary symptoms of anxiety is feeling uncomfortable and thinking you are trapped or stuck. Being stuck starts by dwelling on things you're worried about instead of taking action. By not taking action, you're giving yourself no option to do anything else but worry. And excessive worry almost always leads to feelings of anxiety and in extreme cases to panic attacks. Here you will find three simple questions you

Primary topic: Anxiety

983 views

By Beth Banning & Neill GibsonSep 18, 20071 topic

Ask and It Is Given -- Lessons Learned From Our Dog

Ask and it is Given: Learning to Manifest Your Desires, by Esther and Jerry Hicks, is a book about the teachings of Abraham. We love this book in particular, and in general just love any information that allows us to live a happier, more fulfilling life. If you pay attention you can learn profound life lessons almost everywhere. This article is about life lessons we have learned from our dog.nnA few months ago we adopted the cutest little dog. Aside from the normal benefits g

Primary topic: Success Principles

Success Principles

973 views

By Beth Banning & Neill GibsonAug 29, 20071 topic

Self-Esteem -- How to Turn I'm Not Good Enough, into I'm Un-Stoppable

Do you ever worry that you're not good enough, not smart enough, or you simply don't have what it takes? Do you ever worry that this is keeping you from achieving the things you want most in your life?nnAccording to a recent report by the Priory Group, entitled I'm Not Good Enough, millions of British women suffer from low self-esteem, which in turn adversely influences their mental health, relationships, work, and overall quality of life.nnHow many of these statements apply

Primary topic: Self-Esteem and Self Confidence

Self-Esteem and Self Confidence

973 views

By Beth Banning & Neill GibsonJul 2, 20071 topic

"The Secret" and Beyond: The Five Most Common Mistakes in Mastering the Law of Attraction

Did you love the movie " The Secret " and have been trying to practice what you learned? Are you experiencing any frustration or confusion about how to effectively manifest your dreams? If so, the tips in this article will help you to make the secret behind the law of attraction less of a secret.nnDue to the popularity of " The Secret ", many new books, CDs and programs have been developed to help people put the ideas into practice. People such as Esther (a.k.a. Abraham) Hick

Primary topic: Success Coaching

Success Coaching

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By Beth Banning & Neill GibsonJun 13, 20071 topic

Performance Reviews Your Employees Will Love to Get

Is inflicting annual performance evaluations on your employees or direct reports part of your job description? Would you like to wake-up from this recurring workforce management nightmare? Read on to discover the secret to giving performance reviews your employees will love to get. You'll learn that it takes more than simply pumping more PRAISE into the appraisal. Here you'll discover the basics for building a foundation of corporation and mutual support.nnDo your employees s

Primary topic: Management Skills

Management Skills

900 views

By Beth Banning & Neill GibsonOct 19, 20071 topic

Relationship Advice - Are You Playing Together So That Everyone Has Fun?

You may have heard of a book, written by Robert Fulghum, called, "All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten." While the book is both cleverly written and humorous, there are some serious truths beneath the cute exterior. Some of the things he talks about learning in kindergarten include:nn Share n Play fair n Put things back where you found them n Clean up your own messn Say you're sorry if you hurt someone. nnYou might think the lessons above are rather obvious, bu

Primary topic: Relationship Advice

Relationship Advice

868 views

By Beth Banning & Neill GibsonOct 28, 20071 topic

A Short Guide To A Happy Life -- 10 Steps To Better Relationships

Whether or not we realize it, our relationships dictate the amount of happiness and satisfaction we achieve in life. Now, we're not just talking about romantic relationships, but, rather, all of the relationships we have in our lives. Everyone we interact with plays a vital role in how we perceive ourselves and the world around us, so you can see how important it is to nurture healthy and supportive relationships. Maybe, you're happy in your current situation, or perhaps you'

Primary topic: Relationship Advice

Relationship Advice

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By Beth Banning & Neill GibsonJun 13, 20071 topic

Five Tips to Enjoy Your Family Reunions

Seems there's always another holiday gathering or family reunion right around the corner. But do you ever leave wondering why you went? Are some of your in-laws and extended family members a little hard to deal with? It can be different. How would you like to walk in feeling excited about being there, knowing that you'll leave happy about your whole experience? It's your choice. Discover five tips that will show you how to plan your next family reunion experience just like yo

Primary topic: Family

863 views

By Beth Banning & Neill GibsonAug 9, 20071 topic

How to Stop Worrying About Things You Don't Want -- and Happily Pursue Those You Do!

Do you find yourself playing the "what if"-"if only"-"I should" game? Does this game leave you feeling tense and nervous or confused about how to get what you want, feel happier and have greater peace of mind? Read on and discover a three-step plan to reduce your stress and be happier now.nnn "Some people are making such thorough preparation for rainy days that they aren't enjoying today's sunshine." ~William Feather nnnTo understanding what's causing your discomfort listen t

Primary topic: Happiness

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