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How Core Beliefs Run Your Life - For Good or BadFoolproof Ways to Use Assertiveness to Request a RaiseTips for Using Social Media in a Healthy Manner- ***A Tool For Resolving Conflict - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2009 from Morty Lefkoe“Amazing!! You must do it in Hebrew and Arabic!!! It will change the condition in all the Middle East.” This is one of my favorite comments written on my blog. It’s from Yair, someone in Israel who wrote it after using our free belief-elimination process. Yair obviously saw how the ...
Views: 2055(2 votes) - ***Answers To Common Questions About Beliefs - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2009 from Morty LefkoeLast fall I conducted a one-hour tele-seminar in which I answered questions I had been sent about beliefs. Because so many people have the same questions, I thought I would write an article answering a few of the most common questions I received. Question: Once you have eliminated a ...
Views: 2625(2 votes) - ***C-Level Sales Training Tip 16 – Conquer Executive Intimidation – Eliminate Sabotaging Self Doubt - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2010 from Sam ManferIntimidation is why most people avoid pursuing others they want to meet. In the quest for sales this would mean C-levels and top decision makers. Sure there are those that storm the C-Suite only to be thrown back like undersized fish. These rouges are not intimidated, but they’re not too ...
Views: 3798(4 votes) - ***Do you Need a Mental Diet? - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2011 from Sharon MelnickYou know not to think the obvious kinds of negative thoughts. Thoughts like “I am not as smart as my counterparts” or “I can’t…” Those are easily identified as thoughts to remove from your mental diet. Here are 3 other kinds of ‘empty calories’ thoughts. Cut them out immediately! 1. ...
Views: 4140(2 votes) - ***Get Rid Of Negative “Senses” And “Expectations” - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2009 from Morty LefkoeThe Lefkoe Stimulus Process (LStP) is the most important process other than the Lefkoe Belief Process that we use to help people get rid of unwanted behavior and emotional problems. This process de-conditions common events that have been conditioned to cause fear and other negative emotions. ...
Views: 3433(2 votes) - ***Get Rid of the Belief, “I can’t …” - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2009 from Morty LefkoeA few years ago while in the midst of a corporate consulting assignment I realized that there was one crippling belief that was rampant in every organization I had ever worked in. And this belief was not only the most common belief in organizations, it was, in my opinion, the biggest single ...
Views: 2741(2 votes) - ***How Actress Courteney Cox Empowers the Wizard Within - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteHardly a day goes by when I don't read or hear of some celebrity or politician publicly humiliating themselves in an unconscious act of self-sabotage. Some get up, brush themselves off, learn a few life lessons and go on to reach even higher levels of achievement. Others take a few steps back ...
Views: 1380(2 votes) - ***How To Build Confidence - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2010 from Morty LefkoeMost of us would like to improve our level of confidence. But why? How does a low level of confidence affect us and what changes in our lives when we gain confidence? What is confidence anyway? Where does it come from? Why do some people have more of it than others? As someone who has ...
Views: 2144(2 votes) - ***How To Find The Beliefs That Cause Various Problems - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2009 from Morty LefkoeGetting rid of a limiting belief with the Lefkoe Belief Process (LBP) is not particularly difficult. We can train people to do that in a weekend. And we can create an on-line process or a DVD that will eliminate a specific belief. The trickiest aspect of the LBP is identifying all the ...
Views: 1496(2 votes) - ***Struggling-Anxious-Procrastinating? Stop Telling Your Inner Being to Shut Up! - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteHow much time and energy do you spend treading the proverbial waters of the stream of creative expression and meaningful experience? How often do you ride the roller coaster of two progressive steps forward and two steps back in your efforts to expand beyond your current unfulfilling comfort ...
Views: 1566(2 votes) - ***The Lefkoe Method Compared to Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2009 from Morty LefkoeOften when I start to explain to someone how the Lefkoe Belief Process (LBP) works, they quickly respond, “Oh, you’re just doing Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)!” Although the LBP is similar in some ways to CBT (of which there are several variations), there are more things that are ...
Views: 6050(4 votes) - ***What Thoughts Wake You Up At Night? - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteI asked through Facebook and Twitter "What thoughts wake you up at night?" The response was varied; from nonsensical to downright scary. "Gee, the idea of munching on some (fill in the blank with just about anything vegetarian) sounds great." "Where is my handbag?" "Did we lock the ...
Views: 1499(2 votes) - ***Your Behavior As Parents Determines Your Children's Future Happiness - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2009 from Morty LefkoeWhat parents do and don't do, say and don't say, provide their children with the experiences that their children interpret into beliefs. Those beliefs, in turn, then determine their behavior and emotions and, ultimately, their lives for better or for worse. Most parents at this point ...
Views: 2239(2 votes) - 10 Things I Learned from Working in a Therapeutic Boarding School - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2010 from Jamie KleinWe’ve all had jobs that cause frustration. Some more than others. I have spent the last three years working with troubled teenagers at a “therapeutic” boarding school. However much my patience is tested with the little cherubs I’m surrounded by, I have learned more than a few things from them ...
Views: 832(2 votes) - 10 Tips to Raise Your Confidence Level - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2008 from Viki Stanley-Hutchison10 Tips to Raise Your Confidence Level 1. Act with Integrity - Strive to always do the right thing, not the easy thing. Try to make right decisions and take right actions from the very beginning. But if you make a mistake, and we all do, admit it, apologize if necessary, learn from it and ...
Views: 1797(2 votes) - 2 Ways to Boost Your Self-Esteem and Build a Positive Mental Attitude Immediately - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Roger SeipNo matter what your profession, building self-esteem and confidence in yourself is the key to success business interactions. All things being equal, the higher your conviction in yourself, the higher your results will be. So, how do you build your own positive mental attitude, self-esteem and ...
Views: 1606(6 votes) - 3 Lessons to Achieve Authentic Greatness from Steve Jobs - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteWhen I'm in the mood for a little inspiration I seek out extraordinary people speak their truth from the heart. These are the thought leaders who fully express their Moxie - the confident courage to achieve authentic greatness with unrelenting drive and passion. In this abundant content ...
Views: 2083(4 votes) - 4 Steps to Manage Toxic People - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteDo you have people in your life who sprinkle misery wherever they go? When you spend time with them, do these people suck the life energy right out of you? Do you they make you wrong, make you feel angry, deflated, belittled, inadequate or unworthy? If so, you have become their victim. As a ...
Views: 1846(6 votes) - 5 Daily Do-ables to Build Confidence - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2011 from Lynn Kennedy BaxterYour confidence level needs to be replenished daily as Mia Hamm of the US Women’s Soccer Team said, “Confidence takes constant nurturing. Like a bed, it must be remade every day.” There will always be situations, events and people who erode your confidence, because you are hard wired ...
Views: 1579(2 votes) - 5 Tips for Talking About Yourself in Business - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Pamela ZiemannMaybe your clients DO care a little about you. We’ve been told for decades that ‘your clients don’t care about you, but only what’s in it for them.’ As an entrepreneur, do you really believe that? Would you want to align yourself with people who don’t care about you at all? Not even one ...
Views: 1335(2 votes) - 5 Tips to Get Motivated! - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2010 from Susan BirminghamWhat gets you motivated? There is always something that can get you going. One of my favorite ways to get Motivated and that I love to do as we approach the end of the year is to reflect on what I have accomplished during the year. 1. Acknowledge what you have done. Frequently while I am ...
Views: 1767(2 votes) - 8 Ways to Save Time to Revitalize You - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2010 from Marilyn BohnWe were out and about in the car the other day buying supplies to make the cutest bags that will we are giving for gifts. We wanted to check with some other stores before driving all over town to see if they had the supplies we needed. Fortunately I had my planner with me that includes my ...
Views: 1202(2 votes) - Acne - How To Succeed - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2009 from Peter RadfordBackground The human body is covered in hair which grows through minute “holes” in the skin, called pores. The sebaceous glands produce oils which lubricate the skin. However, when these glands become overactive, which is quite common in adolescence, they can cause blockages in the pores due ...
Views: 1441(2 votes) - Acne - How To Succeed 2 - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2009 from Peter RadfordBackground Acne vulgaris, more commonly known simply as acne, is a skin disease caused by the alteration of certain formations called pilosebaceous structures. In simple terms, these relate to skin structures consisting of: Hair follicles, which are that part of the skin that grows hair ...
Views: 919(2 votes) - Acne - How To Succeed 3 - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Peter RadfordTerminology The term acne has its roots in the Greek language. Quite simply, it means a skin eruption. In fact, the name acne refers to the occurrence of: Pustules, which relates to the accumulation of pus in the top layer of the skin, called the epidermis, or beneath the skin in the ...
Views: 1118(2 votes) - Are You Balanced? Three Questions to Ask Yourself! - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2010 from Susan BirminghamThe other day I was talking about how Triangles are the strongest geometric shape in the world. Its shape is very simple: a flat base with two sides that come together at the top to meet at a point. They are rigid, able to stand freely, and able to support their own weight. They do this against ...
Views: 1814(2 votes) - Are You Curious Enough? - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2009 from Paula GregorowiczDo you have a high degree of curiosity? If you don’t you could be missing out on one of the most important keys to success and a fulfilling life. While I’ve written about beginner’s mind before, I am drawn back to the topic of curiosity as I am just finishing the book Curious?: Discover the ...
Views: 1295(2 votes) - Are you scared of looking stupid in front of other people? Eliminate this fear now! Don’t freeze to death! - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Cheryl SmithAre you scared of looking stupid in front of other people? Eliminate this fear now. Do not let negative thinking ruin your confidence and the quality of your life.How many times have you caught yourself thinking thoughts similar to these ones? I look ugly today. I will mess up this ...
Views: 874(2 votes) - Are you shy or scared? Shyness: The Handwriting Analysis Trait of the Week - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2010 from Bart BaggettSpotting Shyness: Handwriting Trait of the Week Written by Bart Baggett, HandwritingUniversity.com Are you diplomatic, shy, self-conscious or just scared of people? While studying for Handwriting Analysis Certification, I did a written analysis for a young woman at work. After reading ...
Views: 2489(2 votes) - Back to School Self-Esteem Check Up - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Kathleen HassanNew clothes… check. School supplies… check. New shoes… check. It’s that time again! Some kids are nervous, others are excited and just about every parent is ecstatic because it feels so good to get back to a schedule, have some alone time and above all know where your kids are, that they ...
Views: 1453(2 votes) - Banish Your Fear of Public Speaking...With One Word! - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2009 from Linda McPharlinStatistically speaking more people are afraid of public speaking than are afraid of death! I used to be one of these people. I can honestly say that there was a time in my life where I would rather have died than given a speech! My palms and other more visible and embarrassing areas would start ...
Views: 1545(2 votes) - Be Your Best Self! - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2010 from Mary Dee FreemanI love that Army commercial “Be All you can be”. You know the jingle. I like it because it’s about being your best you. Of course, they’re implying that the only place to do that is in the army. I don’t agree with that. I believe that you can be your best self everywhere you go. It’s not about ...
Views: 1451(4 votes) - Believe in Yourself! A Self-Care Strategy - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsAre you one of your biggest fans? Do you think you’re capable and worthy? Would you pick yourself to be on your team? If you answered ‘no’ to any of the above questions, you could use an attitude change and a healthful infusion of personal esteem. Self-esteem is described as confidence in ...
Views: 757(2 votes) - Boosting Your Self Esteem – Because You’re Worth It - by Well done! You look great! We may say that for others, but how often do we say it for ourselves? We seem to be taught from an early age not to praise ourselves. But is it really such a bad (arrogant? boastful?) thing to do? I think not.
People generally show great respect for those who take a ...
Views: 8374(2 votes) - Bounce Your Way to a Better Sense of Self - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2010 from Lori FieldsI was reading a blog today and came across an interesting entry about failure in business. As I read through the entry it made me think about the parallels between failure in business and the type of failure we experience when we don’t live up to our own expectations of self. According to ...
Views: 1094(6 votes) - Breaking Through Barriers - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2010 from Michelle MayurHow often have you procrastinated about starting something important, creating unnecessary anxiety and worry, when it would have been a lot simpler and less stressful to just do it and get it out of the way? For many people the answer is probably more times than they care to remember. What ...
Views: 1788(2 votes) - Build Your Self-confidence Discover the Difference Between Alkaline, Bottled, and Tap Water - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Lovie HobbsWhat is this big craze over the pH level in the water we drink? The water bottled industry is currently a multi-billion dollar industry. It has not been to long ago we experienced a paradigm shift from tap to bottled water. Drinking tap water has become somewhat taboo with all the chemical ...
Views: 1307(2 votes) - Building Self Esteem In Moments - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2009 from Dominic KnightIt was a Summers day sometime in 2009, I had just arrived at a California State fair. The smell of candy floss and funnel cake's filled the air as we walked down the pathway between the carnival games. I heard the merry-go-round in the distance and my mind was instantly filled with fun ...
Views: 1270(2 votes) - Building Self-Confidence at Work - 5 Things You Can Do - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2009 from Chris GallowaySelf-confidence is definitely a trait worth cultivating at work. Self-confidence helps you to project an aura of confidence that makes others trust in your abilities to complete a job successfully. However, many people are not fully secure about their abilities around their job. Here’s a ...
Views: 1769(2 votes) - Building Self-esteem - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2009 from Lorna BlakeI was having a conversation with one of my sons recently. It took me back to a memory of myself in high school. A memory of how much my self-esteem was tied to my academic achievements. I was really uncoordinated so I didn't do well in sports but I knew from early on that I could do well in ...
Views: 1682(2 votes) - Bullies Are No Longer Just Cowards With Low Self-Esteem - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2011 from Jon DanielsBullying has taken to a whole new level with the introduction of modern technology. It allows bullies to become faceless and therefore pushing new boundaries in bad behaviour. Having been bullied in the past I know it leads to self-esteem issues and learning difficulties as a victim. But bullies ...
Views: 1878(2 votes) - COACHING FOR SUCCESS - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Dr Carol McCallWhen leaders master the “art of coaching” they experience the “magic” of coaching. What is that magic, you ask? It's the phenomenon of being in the presence of the person at the moment of the discovery of his/her answers to questions that have for a longtime been elusive, discovery of his/her ...
Views: 1720(2 votes) - Coming Out of the "Birthmom Closet" - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Pat BurnsI am birthmother to a 41 year old son. Back when I was pregnant with him, mine was a shameful secret, because only “bad girls” got pregnant. I’m happy to say that the world has changed a lot in that respect. Girls who become pregnant today face a very different set of problems than I did. Many ...
Views: 1572(2 votes) - Confidence Building Tips - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from Roseanna LeatonConfidence is built by being systematic. Successful people are systemic thinkers. We are creatures of habit, and the key to building self confidence is to create routines and habits which work towards gaining self confidence. If you habitually do things which build your confidence then it is ...
Views: 1194(4 votes) - Discover the Power of Believing - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2009 from Ron BroussardThe key to your success is your ability to change your belief system. Your beliefs create your reality - change your beliefs and you change your life. What beliefs do you currently have that keep you from attaining goals that you want to achieve in life? Is it fear? Or the feeling that you ...
Views: 1416(2 votes) - Distinguishing Responsability, Blame & Fault - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2009 from Danish AhmedHi Everyone!! In a previous newsletter, some of you wrote back requesting clarification on how all of us can be "100% responsible for our lives" when there are certain obvious things which we cannot control, such as sexual abuse or a physical disability. First, let's distinguish ...
Views: 2316(4 votes) - Do You Have The Courage To Be An Entrepreneur? - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2010 from Sue PainterYears ago, I heard the statement "the fastest way to personal growth is to open your own business." Thirteen years after opening my first business, I can promise that statement is true. Like many people who are self-employed, I came out of the corporate world, where I was used to having ...
Views: 1180(2 votes) - Does it always pay to be positive? - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Mark EyreThere is much written about the importance of being positive. The idea that if you view life through an optimistic lens, not only are things more likely to turn out well, but you will feel better anyway. The 'glass half full' mentality does serve people well. In contrast, it is equally clear ...
Views: 1240(2 votes) - Don't Let the Recession Drive Your Prices Down - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Young KimIn a time of recession, there is a reluctant tendency to lower prices. Rather than targeting people who can’t afford your services, target the ones who can. Think of creative pricing strategies to keep your existing customers and to get new ones. Offer discounts to only your loyal repeat ...
Views: 1074(4 votes) - Don't Take it Personally - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2004 from Jean CharlesThe best-selling book, The Four Agreements by don Miguel Ruiz is an insightful little book with a message that is simple and yet profound. The author invites the reader to adopt a code of conduct that includes four agreements - "Be impeccable With Your Word, "Don't Take Anything Personally, ...
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