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Views: 1133 - Networking Is A Life Skill - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2016 from Lynette CraneI hear it over and over again: “I can’t network. I’m an introvert.” “I don’t know what to say.” “I don’t want to brag.” A lot of people don’t like networking, but the bulk of them seem to be introverts. I’m an introvert, too, and I’m also an entrepreneur, having to teach myself along the way ...
Views: 900 - Being Seen: Can The Fear Of Being Seen Cause Someone To Hide Behind Others? - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to think about how someone would behave if they don’t feel comfortable being seen, they might start to imagine someone who spends a lot of time by themselves. And this is because it will be a way for them to avoid attention. It could then be said that they will have a good ...
Views: 1493 - Being Exposed: Why Do Some People Have A Fear Of Being Exposed? - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperAlthough some people feel comfortable with themselves, there are others who experience life differently. And it could be said that one will achieve more when they feel comfortable in their own skin, so to speak. Based on this, if one doesn’t feel comfortable with themselves, it will then ...
Views: 3997(1 vote) - Relationships: Are Friends The People That We Have In Our Life Who Only Accept Us When We Do What They Want? - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to think about what their friends are like, they could start to think about how they accept them for who they are. It is then not going to be necessary for them to play a role, and it could be said that this is how it should be. The alternative would be for one to be in a ...
Views: 1268 - False-Self: Can Someone Create A False-Self When They Feel Worthless? - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperAlthough some people are in touch with their true-self, and allow their life to be influenced by it, there are others who experience life differently. As a result of this, it can mean that they are out of touch with who they are. When one is in touch with their true-self, it is likely to ...
Views: 1241 - Overcoming Fear Of Rejection as an Introvert - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2016 from Kenny LeeI grew up as an introvert, although I didn't know the term "introvert" until later on in life. Even then, I've thought introvert must be inferior(thanks to the extrovert glorifying trend on the internet). It was until much later that I realised the strength of an introvert. As a child, I ...
Views: 1444 - False-Self: Do You End Up Playing A Role When You Are Around Others? - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one spends time around others, they could find that they generally behave how they want to behave. This is then going to show that they don’t feel as though they have to behave in a certain way. One way of looking at this would be to say that one will be able to express their true-self, ...
Views: 1339 - Purpose: How Can Someone Find Their Purpose? - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperThere are people who feel as though they are on track in life, and there are others who don’t. As a result of this, it could be said that not everyone is going to experience life in the same way. When one feels as though they are doing the right thing, it is likely to be a lot easier for ...
Views: 1101 - Becoming a Better You: Five Changes to Embrace Today - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2016 from Anita GinsburgThe world we live in today is a high-energy, fast-paced place, and it can become increasingly difficult to keep up without running ourselves ragged. All too often, we wind up feeling weak, worn out, or inferior when we really just are not equipped with the tools we need in order to be our best ...
Views: 746 - False-Self: Can Self-Development Allow Someone To Replace Their False-Self With Another False-Self? - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen someone is in touch with their feelings and needs, it could be said that they are in touch with their true-self. And if it is possible for these aspects to have an effect on their life, it will mean that their life will be an expression of who they are. The Ideal One way of looking ...
Views: 1132 - Boundaries: Why Do Some People Believe That They Always Have To Say 'Yes'? - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperThere are some people who say ‘yes’ from time to time, and then there are others who more or less always say it. One way of looking at this would be to say that the people who fall into the second group are going to be in a better position. This is because they can be seen as people who ...
Views: 1458(1 vote) - Anger: Can Someone Use Anger To Avoid How They Feel? - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile there are some people who are unable to get angry, there are others who are more or less always angry. As a result of this, it could be said that these people are out of balance. At Times Still, if one is not always angry, then they could be in a position where they have moments ...
Views: 1286 - What Do You Have to Do to Feel The Way You Want to Feel? - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2016 from William CottringerWhat Do You Have to Do to Feel The Way You Want to Feel? By Bill Cottringer “There are things known and there are things unknown, and in between are the doors of perception.” ~Aldous Huxley. While this article title seems to be a rather straightforward question, I doubt that it is ...
Views: 1252 - Self-Knowledge: Why Do Some People Believe That Their Childhood Did Not Have An Effect On Them? - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to the kinds of challenges that one can face during their adult years, it can be normal for them to believe that their childhood hasn’t played a part. What they are going through is then going to be seen as a reflection of what has taken place in their adult years. If they ...
Views: 1047 - Anger: How Can People React When Someone Embraces Their Anger For The First Time? - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile someone’s relationships can be an expression of their true-self, they can also be an expression of their false-self. What this means is that one can be surrounded by people who don’t know who they really are. Unaware Even so, this doesn’t mean that these people will realise this, ...
Views: 1283 - Victim Mentality: Do Some People Only Know Who They Are When They Act Like A Victim? - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile there are some people who feel like a victim from time to time, there are others who pretty much always feel this way. When one can relate to the former, it is unlikely to be something that will have an effect on how they see themselves. Momentary But if it does have an effect on ...
Views: 1072(1 vote) - Social Media: Does Social Media Encourage Conformity? - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile social media can be seen as somewhere where people can be themselves, it doesn’t mean that this is actually the case. Instead, it can be normal for someone to feel the need to come across in a certain way. No Different Their experiences online will then be similar to the experiences ...
Views: 1346 - Self-Image: Why Do Some People Only Know Who They Are When They Have An Enemy? - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to how one sees themselves, they can be their own best friend or their own worst enemy. What this shows is how important their self-image is, and if they want to lead a fulfilling existence, it will be necessary for them to see themselves in a positive light. At Times Now, ...
Views: 1028 - Self-Compassion: Survival, Not Selfish - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2016 from Michael MantellEver travel with children or those needing assistance? Then you are quite familiar with the instructions flight attendants give passengers to put the mask on yourself first before helping others. Makes sense right? Perhaps Lama Yeshe said it best, “Be gentle first with yourself if you wish to ...
Views: 2716(1 vote) - People Pleasing: Is It Possible To Always Please Other People? - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile someone can do everything they can do displease others, they can also have the opposite approach. In this case, it is going to be normal for them to overlook their own needs. Point of Focus One is then not going to pay attention to what is taking place within them, they are going to ...
Views: 1133 - How Your Expectations Significantly Impact Those Around You - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2016 from Tyler JacobsonWhile doing research for this article, I came across this clip. It’s hilarious and a perfect representation of how what we expect can completely overpower our better senses. Now, this clip is about water, but the same can’t be said of people, can it? Believe it or not, but a study by ...
Views: 1490 - Anger: Does The Fear Of Being Harmed Stop You From Getting Angry? - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile some people feel comfortable embracing all of their feelings, there are others who are unable to do so. As a result of this, they are not going to experience life in the same way, and when it comes to people who fall into the second category, their life is going to be harder than it needs ...
Views: 1295 - Hiding: Does The Fear Of Being Harmed Cause You To Hide? - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIt has been said that one of our greatest needs is to be seen who we really are, and what this shows is that we are not here to hide. Therefore, when it is not possible for someone to fulfil this need, it is going to cause them to suffer. Part of Life There are going to be people who are ...
Views: 1250 - The Media: Does The Media Realise That Most People Don't Think For Themselves? - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to the mainstream media, there are a lot of people who believe that its sole purpose is to inform people about what is taking place in the world. Through having this outlook, one will be only too happy to accept just about everything they hear. Now, if the media did exist to ...
Views: 1103 - Happiness: Should Someone Take Advice On How to Be Happy From People Who Are Attractive? - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIn today’s world, it is not uncommon for people to look for advice on how to be happy. In fact, it could be said that some people see this as being the purpose of life, and as a result of this, it is not going to be something that they can simply overlook. In The Past Fortunately, there ...
Views: 1206 - Humble: Is Being Humble Good Or Bad? - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen someone achieves something, they could tell other people about it or they could simply carry on with their life. As a result of this, there is the chance that everyone they know will find out about what has taken place, or there is the chance that no one will. A Closer Look Now, if ...
Views: 1837 - Greatness: Should Someone Have To Hide Their Greatness In Order To Avoid Offending Others? - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperAlthough someone can be good at something, it doesn’t mean that they feel comfortable letting other people know. But if this doesn’t relate to what they can do, it could relate to their appearance. In this case, one could feel the need to cover up their body, or to hide their face in some ...
Views: 1312 - Stand tall. Breathe deep. Bow in. - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2016 from JOAN POSIVY“Attack!” he shouts. “Attack!” Instantly, three people spring into action and are coming at me full on, determined to take me down. It’s their job, after all. These three have volunteered to be my ukes (pronounced “oo-kays” — my attackers) during my aikido black belt test. All I have to do is ...
Views: 802 - Emotional Problems: Do Some People's Childhoods Set Them Up To Have Emotional Problems? - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIt is not uncommon for people to have emotional problems in today’s world, and if someone doesn’t have them, then there is the chance that they have had them in the past. Therefore, if one doesn’t have them and they haven’t had them in the past, they could be seen as the exception. But ...
Views: 1281 - Boundaries: Does The Fear Of Being Harmed Stop You From Saying No? - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile some people feel comfortable standing their ground, there are others who don’t feel this way. As a result of this, it is going to mean that their experiences on this planet are going to be extremely different. Now, this doesn’t necessarily mean that the former are going to be ...
Views: 1398 - True-Self: Does The Fear Of Being Harmed Stop You From Expressing Your True-Self? - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to think about a time when they were able to be themselves, they could say that it was possible for them to express their true-self. Whereas as if they were to think about a time in their life when they were unable to be themselves, they could say that this was a time when their ...
Views: 1059(1 vote) - How We Love Ourselves - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2016 from Sheryl PaulWe hear a lot about the importance of loving ourselves these days, and how we can't love someone else until we truly love ourselves. While I don't entirely agree with that statement (adult attachment theory shows that it's through secure attachment to loving others that we feel loved and, ...
Views: 1026(1 vote) - Self-Development: Are You Drawn To A Teacher Because Of What They Know Or Because Of How They Come Across? - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one wanted to change something about themselves in the past, they may have ended up reading a book, for instance. Nowadays, one can end up going onto a search engine and watching a video. But if they were to read something, it could relate to what has been written on a blog. What this ...
Views: 1019 - Moving On: Is It Possible To Forget The Past And To Move On? - by Submitted on May 31, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one has an experience that has a positive effect on them, they are likely to play it through their mind after it has taken place. This could be something that goes on for days, weeks and even months; in fact, it could go on for years. However, as the experience causes them to experience ...
Views: 1204 - True-Self: Why Do Some People Find Their True-Self When They Get Older? - by Submitted on May 29, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile some peoples early years were a time when they were given the support that they needed to develop into a well-adjusted adult, there are others that don’t have the same experience. This could mean that they were supported from time to time, or it may have been something that rarely, if ...
Views: 1108 - ***3 Signs of True Confidence - by Submitted on May 25, 2016 from Valeria ChubaIf there is one thing in this world everyone wants to have more of, it’s confidence. Men and women everywhere wish they could be more assertive, self-assured and secure. Confident people make it all look so easy. There is something magnetic and enviable about their unshakable sense of self. ...
Views: 9804(2 votes) - Depression: Why Do Only Some People Feel Depressed When They Are Carrying Toxic Shame? - by Submitted on May 25, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIt has been said that depression is one of the most common mental and emotional problems in today’s world, and while some people might experience it from time to time, there are others who are more familiar with it. This is then not going to be something that affects everyone is the same ...
Views: 1321 - The Gift of Jealousy - by Submitted on May 24, 2016 from Ursula JorchOh, that transformative beast - jealousy. It can transform friendship into resentment. It can transform honest effort into a reason to beat yourself up. And it can really mess with your business. One of my friends, a bright and articulate woman, was the object of my jealousy. She's also an ...
Views: 626 - Therapy: Why Do Some Therapists Think That Their Technique Is The Best? - by Submitted on May 18, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one is in a position where their life is not going as they would like it to go, they could end up looking for a therapist to work with. This could mean that they will go and see their doctor or they may do an internet search, for instance. At the same time, one might ask a friend or a ...
Views: 1072 - Self-Development: Do Some People Get Into Self-Development In Order To Avoid Themselves? - by Submitted on May 17, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one didn’t want to face how they were feeling or what was taking place in their life, there are going to be a number of things that they can do. The reason for this is that there are plenty of options in today’s world when one wants to avoid reality. It could be said that this is because ...
Views: 1337 - Social Media: Does Social Media Encourage Exhibitionism? - by Submitted on May 16, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIt has often been said that some people require more attention than others, and this is something that can be seen in all areas of life. For example, one could think about what it was like when they were at school or college, and they might soon see how different people are in this regard. ...
Views: 3258 - Self-Development: Can Self-Development Cause Someone To Develop A Superiority Complex? - by Submitted on May 13, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to take their car to a garage, it could be due to a number of reasons. On one hand, it could be due to something minor, and on the other hand, it could be due to something major. However, regardless of why they have taken their car there, the main thing is that they have taken ...
Views: 1415 - Social Media: Do Some People Objectify Others On Social Media? - by Submitted on May 12, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen some people use social media, it is a way for them to stay in contact with their friends and family. Some of the people they know could live down the road or a few hundred miles away, and others could live in another country, for instance. This is not to say that they won’t share things ...
Views: 1300 - Forgiveness: Does Forgiveness Happen Through Force? - by Submitted on May 10, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one is harmed in some way by another person, it has been said that they can hold onto how they feel or they can forgive them. If one holds onto how they feel, it could be said they will continue to suffer. Not only will they have gone through a tough time as a result of the other ...
Views: 1572 - Therapy: Is It Only The People Who Have Problems That Have Therapy? - by Submitted on May 07, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was in a position where they have something wrong with their phone, for instance, there is a strong chance that they would get the right assistance. This could be a time where they will ask a friend what they should do, or they could simply take it to a phone shop. However, even if ...
Views: 1427 - Finding Courage in Surrendering - by Submitted on May 05, 2016 from Andrea Ryan ProfaciFinding Courage in Surrendering Please allow me to start this post by saying that I am looking forward to the day that we as individuals can begin to accept, as well as seek to understand, all of what people say to us. It is quite common that we are quick to align with and apt to indulge ...
Views: 1184 - Escapism: Can We Run Away From Our Past? - by Submitted on May 04, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf a wasp started to chase someone and they didn’t want to be stung, they might end up running away. This could be a sign that they have been stung before and don’t want to go through the same experience all over again. If they were to run away, it might only be a matter of time before ...
Views: 1646 - Emotional Problems: Do Your Emotional Experiences Reflect Your Childhood? - by Submitted on May 03, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen someone’s car runs smoothly, there is going to be no reason for them to take a deeper look into how it works. And the same could be said when it comes to others areas of their life. For example, if their body is not causing them any problems, there is also going to be no need for them ...
Views: 1427 - Boundaries: Why Do Some People Attract People That Lack Boundaries? - by Submitted on May 02, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperThere are a number of things that will make it easier to have fulfilling relationships with others, and having boundaries is one of them. The primary reason for this is that they will allow someone to maintain their sense of self. As when one is unable to do this, it is going to be a ...
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