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Views: 2029 - Communication: Is It Important To Smile? - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperThere are people who always seem to have a smile on their face and then there are other people who are not as expressive. They will smile from time to time, but it won’t be as often as someone who smiles freely; it could be said that they like to hold back. However, when it comes to ...
Views: 2028 - Zero Investment Innovation: A New Need for Education - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2017 from Pradeepta NayakWhen people in their everyday life and work feel that they are not individually responsible for the lack of movement, growth, or development, it does not augur well for a progressive and healthy society. And, if the education sector is the victim of this vacuum, our future may have been taken ...
Views: 2027(1 vote) - ***Why Does The World Suffer From An Epidemic Of Low Self-Esteem? - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2009 from Morty LefkoeMike had become a wealthy entrepreneur, but he had a hard time enjoying his business success because it seemed that every minute he wasn’t solving a business problem he was worried about what others thought of him and what he could do to get their approval. Janet probably had as many good ...
Views: 2026(3 votes) - EFT Tapping to Christina Aguilara's "Beautiful" Song - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2014 from Suzanne ZachariaWant to feel more self-confident? Want a better image to project to others? Start by forgetting everything you see in the papers and in magazines about the supposedly perfect body image: So you walk into a dinner party or family gathering and instantly feel awful because you are not the ...
Views: 2026 - Become The Alpha Male In a Day - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2007 from Joseph PlazoThe Alpha Male is the leader of the flock, the man who gets the largest slice of the pie. Step back and imagine what it would be like to become the alpha male. There's a secret: Positive Self Imaging. Positive Self-Imaging is a holistic technique to catapult you to your destination. The ...
Views: 2023 - Five Ways to Expand Your Comfort Zone - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2004 from Skye ThomasExpanding your comfort zone isn't quite the same as building self-confidence. However, the two do fit together rather nicely. The one begets the other. So many people feel stuck in a rut... bored from a routine that is safe and comfortable but not very exciting. Fear of falling flat on your ...
Views: 2020 - Social Media: Does Social Media Create Impossible Standards Of Beauty? - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperFor many years now, the mainstream media has been criticised for editing pictures, and this is because of the effect this has on women. When they see these images, they are often unaware of what has been done, and they can come to believe that what they see is normal. If they were able to ...
Views: 2016 - ***What Really Determines How We Live Our Lives? - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2010 from Morty LefkoeFor years I’ve thought that our lives—what we do, think, feel, and perceive—were the direct result of our beliefs and our conditionings. When I looked at the lives and beliefs of over 13,000 clients, I noticed a very close correlation. In the past few weeks I’ve had reason to rethink that ...
Views: 2013 - Put a spring on your Self-esteem - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Anna AparicioIt’s spring! Flowers blossom, trees bloom, landscapes boom with summer colours, animals and insects awaken from hibernation, and we…well, why not make this the time we start to love ourselves more? It’s time for Self-love! Most of us have spent enough time self-loathing to last us a life ...
Views: 2013(1 vote) - EFT Tapping Trick For Self-Confidence - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2014 from Suzanne ZachariaDo you look towards others for validation? Do you find your self-worth depends on how worthwhile people think you are? Do you wish you had the confidence that others seem to have? If so, read on. Let us take the last question. If you wish to have the self-confidence that others seem to have, ...
Views: 2012(1 vote) - Create a New Self-Image - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Jeannette KoczelaDo you feel like a wealthy person? How you feel about yourself or your self-image makes a huge difference in your ability to attract prosperity. You have a certain way that you think about yourself and it's amazing how much influence your own thoughts can have on your life ...
Views: 2011 - How to stop the struggle of procrastination - by Submitted on May 15, 2017 from Felicity MuscatProcrastination is generated and kept in place by unconsciously hidden negative programming in the form of negative thoughts and feelings that take control over you and your life. In order to fully purge this life destroying habit it becomes imperative to unearth this underlying negativity and ...
Views: 2007 - Confidence Is Everything - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2010 from Roseanna LeatonI believe that almost all of the troubles in the world today are rooted in confidence issues. A lack of confidence has the ability to reach out in many different directions and impact the world around us in very negative ways. In contrast, a feeling of high self-esteem and confidence allows ...
Views: 2006 - Give Yourself Permission to Succeed - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Young KimMany of my clients seek approval from friends, family, industry leaders, and colleagues before pushing the "go" button. They feel they shouldn't move forward unless they have everyone's approval or permission first. Some feel they don't deserve success, which sounds odd, I know. They have ...
Views: 2006(3 votes) - The Environment: Is Our Dissociation Destroying It? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperWe live in a time where there is intense focus and even an obsession when it comes to our environment. In many ways, I believe that this is a good thing. The questions that arise for me are; what causes us to act in ways that are so destructive to the environment? And at the same time, why is it ...
Views: 2006 - Training The Subconscious Mind With Autosuggestion - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2008 from Greg FrostAutosuggestion is a technique of mind training generated from each individual, which allows the subconscious mind to accept positive thoughts and goals, and from there engage its dormant power in achieving those goals. Sounds hard? With the following techniques, you will be well on your way to ...
Views: 2006 - Nothing Personal - by Submitted on May 29, 2011 from Randi Fine“Whatever you think, whatever you feel, I know is your problem and not my problem. It is the way you see the world. It is nothing personal, because you are dealing with yourself, not with me.” ~ Don Miguel Ruiz, The Four Agreements. Why do most of us find it so difficult in the face of an ...
Views: 2003(1 vote) - Offended: Does The Fear Of Offending Others Stop Some People From Sharing Their Views? - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperWhile there are some people who generally think before they speak, there are others who don’t. As a result of this, they are likely to come across as being radically different human beings. Holding Back When it comes to the former, it could be said that they are typically not going to say ...
Views: 2002 - Want to Stop Doubting Yourself And Become More Confident? - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2012 from Julianna GauthierIt’s not unusual to feel inadequate and incompetent from time to time. It’s when you feel like that more often than not, that it can become damaging and even paralyzing. When you find yourself constantly putting yourself down, it can prevent you from thriving in your life. You become ...
Views: 2002 - Which Type of NLP Training Is Right For You? - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2012 from James RegoriskyIf you're searching for NLP training you might be wondering what kind of course is ideal for you personally. The type of NLP training you select will also influence how much time you invest educating yourself on NLP practice. It varies person to person from a number of days to many years. In ...
Views: 2002 - Our Story: Is Our Story Who We Are? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperWe all have a story to tell, no matter who we are or where we’re from; a story that reminds us of a past that can never be forgotten. This is a story can define one’s life; one that contains the potential to create a life that is a reaction to the story or a life inspired and motivated by ...
Views: 2001 - Survivors of Neglect or Abuse in Childhood - Self-Esteem - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2014 from Suzanne ZachariaIf you have been abused as a child in any way and this affects your confidence, first of all recognize that the love has to come from you. This is hard, if you have been trained by parents/guardians/people in authority that you were not lovable. Of course, this is to justify their abusive ...
Views: 2000 - Building Self-Esteem in Youth - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2012 from Suzanne E. Harrill, M. Ed., LPCAsk any second grade class of students, "Do you love yourself?" and most children will raise and wave their hands and say, "Yesss!" By high school that number has taken a considerable dive. Developmentally the adolescent's job is to begin separating from the family to become an independent ...
Views: 1998 - Self-Punishment: Why Do Some People Feel As Though They Deserve To Be Punished? - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperOn one side, one can punish themselves, and on the other side, they can be punished by others. And while this is the case, it is often easier to see when one is punished by others. If one ends up being treated badly by someone, for instance, there is a strong chance that they will be looked ...
Views: 1998 - Latent Wisdom: Discovering What You Know - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2009 from Richard LiottaI believe that most people know more than they acknowledge or utilize effectively in living their lives. This latent wisdom has been alluded to, partially, by various notions including “trust your gut” and “pay attention to your intuition.” It also appears in those moments when you just ...
Views: 1996(6 votes) - 5 tips for overcoming shyness - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2013 from Michelle SearsOvercoming shyness will change your life. It did for me and it has for lots of other people too. So you might as well be the next person to shed this issue and get on living a life that pleases you. Overcoming shyness really will help you see life from a new perspective. Almost as good as ...
Views: 1993 - Do you Think in Black and/or White? 5 Tips for Choosing Grey Instead - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2009 from Kimberley CohenThe majority of people see things either black or white. They find it difficult to see the grey, let alone live it. Grey is the synergy, the melding of one and the other, rather than one vs. the other. Look at the wars of the past and the present. Due to black vs. white, both in colour ...
Views: 1993 - How To Build More Confidence, Clarity and BOLDNESS Into Your Life - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Becky HarmonWant to build a BOLD IDENTITY? Then you are going to have to be willing to be teachable. In other words, we should never arrive knowledge-wise, well, until you ARRIVE eternally. This means, ideally we should be willing to receive correction personally and in our businesses/ministries at any ...
Views: 1992 - Seven Reasons Why Self Confident People Make a Mighty Nation - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2007 from Emmanuel SeguiSelf-confident people generate money. Self-confident people are filled with optimism and positive thoughts. They have an "i can" attitude towards life and think it is possible to do great things. They are an asset to the organization they work for as they can be given tasks that demand greater ...
Views: 1989 - Celebrating YOU - by Submitted on May 31, 2010 from Stacey CurnowMany of my clients are women who understand the importance of self-acceptance and appreciation because they want their children to exhibit these traits, but they often get stuck on how to do it for themselves. Of course, the ultimate goal is for us to model being and loving ourselves in an ...
Views: 1987 - Relationships: Why Do Some Women Find It Hard To Say No? - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperIn today’s world, it is not uncommon for women to be in positions of great power and responsibility. They often have more control in their career and relationships and are not as limited as previous generations were. This is not to say that this sense of inner empowerment has become the norm for ...
Views: 1986 - Selfies: Why Are Some People Obsessed With Selfies? - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperThrough the introduction of social media, people have been able to express themselves in ways that were not available in the past. People can share how they feel, where they are and where they are going, amongst others things. But one is not limited to words when comes to what is taking ...
Views: 1983 - Tips To Boosting Your Self Esteem - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2011 from Melodie WilliamsSo how do you stay calm, composed and maintain self esteem in a tough environment? Here are some tips you may to consider as a starter guide to self improvement. Imagine yourself as a Dart Board. Everything and everyone else around you may become Dart Pins, at one point or another. These dart ...
Views: 1983(1 vote) - Social Media: Can Social Media Cause People To Create A False-Self? - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperWhen someone is in touch with their true-self, it is likely to mean that they are in touch with their true needs and feelings, among others things. These inner aspects will then go onto shape their behaviour, and the idea people have of them can then match up with who they are. However, this ...
Views: 1982 - ~ How Your Self-Image Colors Your World ~ - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Larry AgrestoIf your normal like me, you often make decisions not realizing that they’re being generated by your past. We don’t choose to do this, we don’t intend to do this, it just happens, as if we have no say about who we are and how we live our lives. But you do have a say about who you become and how ...
Views: 1981(3 votes) - 40 Powerful Ways to Self Sabotage Your Success - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Troyann WilliamsBefore we begin our journey through the 40 powerful ways you can self-sabotage your own success, let's take a moment to define "self-sabotage". Self-sabotage is most recognizable by the experience of an internal "tug-of-war" between having a desire to do something and feeling like you can't ...
Views: 1978 - Advance Planning Eases Return to School - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2011 from Lisa SiegleSummer is sublime, but for frazzled parents of rambunctious school-age kids, September may be starting to look like an oasis of calm. Planning and preparing now can ease the turbulence of back to school. Here are some things you can do to get ready for the transition. Medical – Check the ...
Views: 1978(1 vote) - Anxiety: Can Toxic Shame Cause Anxiety? - by Submitted on May 01, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperAlthough feeling anxious from time to time is a normal part of life, if this is something one suffers from on a regular basis it is likely to mean that something isn’t right. Now, this is not to say that one has to be in a constant state of anxiety for there to be problem; as it could also be ...
Views: 1977 - ***How the Mind Determines Athletic Success - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2009 from Morty LefkoeIn order to make this blog post personally valuable to you, I'd like to start by asking you a couple of questions. First, whatever sport you play, how often do you play up to your potential, in other words, if you rate your best performance a 10, how often do you play at a 10? ... The next ...
Views: 1975(3 votes) - Escape To Freedom…Solve Presentation Worries…Enjoy Your Weekend - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Milly SonnemanLast minute presentation…about to wreck your weekend? If your boss just called you in and told you about a Monday morning urgent pitch, you know the sinking feeling. What can you do? Friday afternoon. You should be heading home for a relaxing weekend with your honey. Dream on. Instead of ...
Views: 1975 - Vocally Speaking. "Music Menu" Singing is the last plate on the menu? - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2013 from Diana YampolskyIt never ceases to amaze me when people are only talking about the actual songs, i.e. how good they are, how original they are, how well produced they are and how catchy they are... Very rarely, you hear the comments about the singer, for example praising him/her about the strong vocals, ...
Views: 1975 - Only The Risk Takers Are Free - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from Michael DennisONLY THE RISK TAKERS ARE FREE 1,650 words We can never get anywhere in life if we do not become risk takers. There is simply no way around it. We've all heard the axiom 'nothing ventured, nothing gained. This is another way of saying that we must become risk takers if ...
Views: 1970(3 votes) - Dealing With Rejection - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Sharon GoodWe all hate rejection, maybe even fear it. And we all have to face it at some time in our lives. But for the artist, rejection can come often and cut deeply. An actor may face rejection as much as daily, and when you yourself are the instrument of your work, it's hard not to take the rejection ...
Views: 1968 - Piano Practice: The 1-Minute-A-Day Practice Technique For Busy Adults - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2011 from Guy FauxWhen I mention piano practice, it almost always gets most students of the instrument to cringe a little...especially adults who took lessons as a kid and are thinking about starting piano lessons again. The memories, good or bad, inevitably start to resurface. However, if you had a bad ...
Views: 1967 - The Art of Positive Thinking when you’re Feeling Negative - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2010 from Rhonda RabowThe Art of Positive Thinking when you’re feeling negative Rhonda Rabow, M.A. Experts say that being a positive-minded person can help make your life easier, healthier, and longer. People who are optimistic are generally believed to be stronger than pessimists, both in ...
Views: 1967(2 votes) - Expectations: Do Our Expectations Create Our Experiences? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperIn a previous article that I write on expectations, I looked at where our expectations come from. And here I want to take a closer look at how expectations are influencing our day to day life. Expectations can become part of one’s nature and how they see life or they can be expectations that ...
Views: 1966 - 10 Self Esteem Exercises - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2008 from Menelaos ChristophiSelf esteem is something that can be improved by systematic effort by the person itself. Below there are 10 self esteem exercises that can be followed by a couple to improve each others' self esteem and develop a more quality relationship between them. 1. The unconditional acceptance The ...
Views: 1965 - How To Find Your Own Style? - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2008 from Marlene CherryWe all love dressing up, trying new things, creating new outfits. But how to choose something truly unique, something you can create and wear it in your own style? First you need to know what kind of tops / jeans / shoes suits you best. There's no point in following strict trends, if the style ...
Views: 1964 - Reality Or Projection: What Do We See? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperOne of the questions I have been asking myself recently is; are we seeing reality based on how it is today or are we interpreting and creating it based on what happened in our past The first response to this question could be; Of course we are seeing reality for how it is today, what else is ...
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