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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- ***Eliminate Your Passive Language - Tag Questions and Qualifiers - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2020 from Vivian HartePassive people give away their passivity with the type of language they use. Their words tell others that they don’t think very highly of themselves and that they need others’ approval. This type of language takes away their power. De-emphasizers are methods of using speech so that passive ...
Views: 6890 - The Ultimate Guide to Creating New Friendships, Part 1 - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2020 from Vivian HarteStudies have found that having friends is one of the most important contributions to having a happy and healthy life. Forming friendships isn’t difficult, but it does take some effort. Friendships Come in All Shapes and Sizes Some friends we know from childhood are with us our entire ...
Views: 6869 - The Core Beliefs That Plague Women - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2020 from Vivian HarteAs girls are growing up, their parents and culture teach them how to be. Most girls get the message that they’re supposed to be and act in certain ways. Many of these messages encourage girls to be “less than.” In many ways, girls are taught to have low self-esteem as part of their ...
Views: 6868 - ***How Core Beliefs Run Your Life - For Good or Bad - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2020 from Vivian HarteMost people begin their journey into low self-confidence in their childhood. Our early environments affect us deeply, and we take in the messages we receive. As we hear these same messages over and over again, they take shape in our minds, and over time they form our core beliefs about ...
Views: 6865 - Addiction to Self-Judgment - by Submitted on May 01, 2006 from Margaret Paul“I’m such a jerk. How could I have said that?” “I’m a looser. I’ll never get anywhere.” “I’m so stupid. I should have learned this by now.” “I don’t fit in. I don’t belong with these people.” “I’ll never be good enough. I’ll never do it right enough.” “I’m permanently emotionally damaged. I’ll ...
Views: 6823 - Conversation Help For When Your Mind Goes Blank - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2010 from Royane RealMy readers often ask me for advice about how to make friends and improve their conversation skills. They lack confidence in talking to other people and they get shy and nervous. Their mind goes blank when they try to make conversation. If you have the problem of feeling shy or nervous during a ...
Views: 6797(4 votes) - Essential Tools to Achieve Strong Family Relationships - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2020 from Vivian HarteFamily relationships are some of the most important in your life. There are many families that you may be relating to: • the family you grew up in • your extended family of aunts, uncles, grandparents, nieces, nephews, and all their husbands and wives • your current family • perhaps the ...
Views: 6778(1 vote) - Your Self-Talk Can Make You or Break You - Focusing on the Negative and Mind Reading - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2020 from Vivian HarteThere are so many ways that your self-talk can add to your life or subtract to it. In this article, I’ll explain two types of mind games your self-talk can play with you: focusing on the negative while discounting the positive as well as mind reading. Let’s start with focusing on the negative ...
Views: 6761 - 5 Steps to Restoring Calm Confidence When Your Confidence Gets Shaken - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Jonathan M FlaksToday in my M5 seminar, we talked about having calm confidence in the face of struggle, and my 5 steps to returning the calm confidence if it’s ever shaken. Confidence is often mistaken for cockiness, but confidence is not about being bold and blindly brazen. Calm confidence is a deep knowing ...
Views: 6749 - The Ultimate Guide to Creating New Friendships, Part 2 - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2020 from Vivian HarteOnce you’ve met people and discovered you have some things in common, the next step is to arrange to meet again. If that’s satisfying to both of you, you’ll need to continue to meet. Ideally, you and the other person will take turns initiating contact. But if you initiate more at the ...
Views: 6743 - ***Smart Strategies to Achieve Self-Confident Nonverbal Communication - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2020 from Vivian HarteIn order to be as effective as possible with your confident statements, you need to learn how to hold your body and use your voice. If you’re saying confident words, but your body or voice show that you’re unsure of yourself, people will believe your nonverbal communication instead of your ...
Views: 6677(1 vote) - Men Like Women Who Like Themselves: Building Self-Esteem, One Sentence at a Time - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2008 from Steven CarterMEN LIKE WOMEN WHO LIKE THEMSELVES. It sounds so simple. Like two plus two equals four. Simple. Yet most women know from their own personal experience that the 'mathematics' of love and relationships are rarely this simple. Indeed, they know that love and relationships can be painfully ...
Views: 6667 - ***ANCHOR POSITIVE EMOTIONS WITH A MASTERMIND GROUP - by Submitted on Dec 24, 2009 from Doris HelgeCAN I TAKE MY MASTERMIND BENEFITS EVERYWHERE I GO? When a mastermind group is facilitated by a skilled coach, participants reach an ecstatic state that is so positive that they want to hold on to it until the next group meeting. This is not only possible, it's one of the special advantages ...
Views: 6573(5 votes) - Discover the Many Costs of Not Being Self-Confident - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2020 from Vivian HarteIf you remain with low self-confidence, you can expect your life to continue as it is. Nothing will change. You will think poorly of yourself and, following your lead, others will too. What to Expect with Low Self-Confidence There are many costs associated with low self-confidence. ...
Views: 6573(1 vote) - Vision Board For Teens Self Esteem Issues and Challenges - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Darlene SiddonsSelf-esteem and confidence can go a long way during your teenage years and beyond. The question is how can this be accomplished? The answer is many faceted and it starts with the family/teachers/roll models, as these are the areas that are most active in a child’s life during the formative ...
Views: 6562(1 vote) - Just What Are High Self-Confidence and Low Self-Confidence? - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2020 from Vivian HarteLike everyone, you have a self-concept, which is a sense of who you are. It is a habit you’ve developed since the time you were very young, and it’s very familiar to you. Let’s look at the difference between high self-confidence and low self-confidence. If You Have High Self-Confidence, ...
Views: 6493 - Self-Confidence Builders - Preparation Your Key to Success - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2009 from Lovie HobbsIf you want to succeed prepare well, the different between being successful and failing is preparation. Preparation increases self-confidence. “The key to winning is self-confidence and the key to self-confidence is preparation” said tennis champion Arthur Ashe. Prepare before you speak, if ...
Views: 6478 - Dysfunctional Relationships: Why Do We Attract Them? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperI think to one degree or another, if we are not currently in one, we have all been in a relationship that is dysfunctional or abusive. So here, I am going to give my current understanding, based on my experiences and observations, of why I think they exist and what is going on at a deeper ...
Views: 6474 - Why Do So Many Women Suffer from Lack of Self Confidence? - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2010 from Aurelia WilliamsMore and more, the number one complaint I hear from women, whether in the business or in general, is that they don’t have enough confidence in themselves to do the things they want to do. So, I asked myself, “Why do so many women suffer from lack of self confidence”? I believe it is the main ...
Views: 6451(3 votes) - How Travel Builds Confidence - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2010 from Roseanna LeatonThere's more than one way in which travel contributes to building confidence. The most obvious is that you have to step outside your normal day to day routines and familiar places and people to travel at all. Following on from that is the fact that travel opens your eyes to new things. ...
Views: 6354 - Why Confidence Is Important - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2010 from Suzanne FettingConfidence is important in every aspect of our lives, yet so many people struggle to find it. It's a world-wide problem that people of all ages, genders and races can have. Our confidence is perfectly intact when we are born, but diminishes during our childhood. We lose a little of it when we ...
Views: 6331 - Guide Your Special Needs Child To Unlock Their Inner Greatness! - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2010 from Kari MillerChildren with special learning needs have experienced more failure and disappointment than other children. Parenting children with special learning needs can be difficult, and calls forth from their parents an extra measure of care in "planting the seeds of greatness." Seeds of "greatness" ...
Views: 6321(6 votes) - Tips to Raise a Woman’s Self Esteem - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Lori Anne ChanceWomen have made great strides in regards to employment, education, and other opportunities. Yet we still seem to be lacking in one thing: self esteem. A recent study seems to confirm this. A group of researchers studied over 300 men and women in regards to their behavior on Facebook and other ...
Views: 6237 - How Can You Tell if Someone has Low Self Esteem? - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2010 from Kate IrwinHow can you tell if someone has low self esteem? Are there some tell-tale signs you can easily recognize? Actually, there are. People with low self-esteem, or lacking in self confidence, will usually exhibit certain verbal and non-verbal behaviour which points to their insecurity—clues you ...
Views: 6219(2 votes) - How to Use Journal Writing to Expand Self-Awareness - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2012 from Julianna GauthierAre you feeling overwhelmed by complicated or confusing emotions? In order to increase your self-awareness and gain an understanding of why it is you feel the way you do, or react in certain ways, journaling could be the answer for you. Through journaling, you can expand self-awareness by ...
Views: 6214 - Personality Test Breakthrough: Discover Energy Profiling - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2013 from Sandy BidingerI bet we all have taken those personality tests in school or for a prospective employer that is supposed to help us, and them, to better understand our natural tendencies and strengths. It can be valuable and fun information to have but kind of dry and impractical. What do you really take away ...
Views: 6173 - How to Let Go of Self-Blame - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2011 from Evelyn LimHave you ever realized how often you blame yourself for your current circumstances? Perhaps you have made a mistake, done something silly or brought about dire consequences that dragged others down even. Whether big or small, you cannot let go of your emotional attachment to the memory of your ...
Views: 6171 - 6 Steps to Building Confidence - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Ruth HegartyBuilding confidence is much like learning any new skill. There are the basics, then there are the higher level nuances. This article will share with you the 6 stages that you want to journey through to build your confidence. Each stage begins with the basics. Go through all six stages simply ...
Views: 6133(2 votes) - Every Failure Is An Opportunity In Disguise - by Submitted on May 12, 2017 from Rick SaldanCome to think of it life would be pretty monotonous if there were no obstacles or failures. Success begotten without any hard labor or without crossing any insurmountable barrier is hardly remembered even by the most successful people. To compare it with something which we experience every day, ...
Views: 6089(1 vote) - Little Known Ways to Confidently Speak Up in Meetings - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2020 from Vivian HarteSpeaking up in meetings is crucial if you want to be promoted at work. People will see you as being smart, energetic, and sharp. Your inner confidence will help you express yourself, and the respect others will have for you will add to your confidence even further. The Problem Picture ...
Views: 6058(1 vote) - ***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: 6047(4 votes) - How to Remain Calm in a Crisis - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2008 from David BohlIn today’s fast-paced, get-up-and-go world, crisis situations are bound to happen. What should you do when a challenging situation arises? More importantly, how can you remain calm in order to deal with the situation to the best of your ability? Knowing the ropes when faced with a crisis will ...
Views: 5980 - Value Yourself Woman: You Are Somebody! - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2007 from Caroline JalangoAre you a woman who’s living her life feeling worthless and invisible? Are you battling feelings of low self-esteem and insignificance? If you are, let’s get one thing straight… You matter—you are significant. You are somebody! Take a minute to let that sink ...
Views: 5979 - Introvert's Survival Guide - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2011 from Marquita HeraldDo you bristle when someone refers to you as shy – or offers to “fix” your little lack-of-a-social life problem? Have someone in your life you’re concerned about because he or she spends just a little too much time alone? Read on! Understanding and accepting who and what you really are – ...
Views: 5959(7 votes) - How to Effectively Interview for a Job - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2020 from Vivian HarteHave you ever walked into an interview feeling totally unprepared? You were attracted to the job they advertised, you liked the ambiance of the place of work, you felt welcomed by the receptionist. You even felt you were qualified for the position and that you would be an excellent employee. ...
Views: 5946 - How to Become an Extrovert: 5 Tips for Being More Sociable with People - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2011 from Byron Van PeltLearning how to become an extrovert can be a daunting task. And if you're anything like me, just being told to "get off the couch" and "get out more" doesn't quite seem to cut it. So I'm here to offer some tips and strategies you can implement into your life immediately to get some more ...
Views: 5941(2 votes) - Are You a Perfectionist? Part 1 - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2020 from Vivian HartePerfectionists often use negative self-talk and measure their worth by how well they do things in a perfect manner. They often think things like: • “I can’t make a single mistake. Everything has to be just right.” • “There is only one right way to do things to make them the best.” • “People ...
Views: 5931 - ***Are Men With Deeper Voices More Attractive? - by Submitted on May 06, 2011 from Nancy DanielsThere is no doubt that women judge a man’s attractiveness by more than just his looks. Two qualities that the female sex takes note of are a man’s confidence and his voice. A deep, rich sound is definitely more alluring to her ears than a high-pitched, nasal whine or a weak and wimpy squawk. ...
Views: 5930 - Self Confidence and Comparing Yourself to Others - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2010 from M.Farouk RadwanI am not like them Poor Joe, he is not as handsome as movie stars nor does he have a bigger car than his friends, he is not that rich nor he is that intelligent as his college mates, why should Joe feel confident then? He must be feeling inferior to everyone. Is that true? Of course it is ...
Views: 5886 - Your Self-Talk Can Make You or Break You - Labeling and Comparing Yourself with Others - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2020 from Vivian HarteThere are so many ways that your self-talk can add to your life or subtract to it. In this article, I’ll explain two types of mind games your self-talk can play with you: labeling and comparing yourself with others. Let’s start with labeling. Labeling Layla self-talks using negative ...
Views: 5874(1 vote) - Special Needs Students—Personal Attributes That Promote Success - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2010 from Kari MillerChildren who live with failure experience negative feelings such as shame, isolation, and anger. These students need guidance to develop personal skills that support their success. According to research conducted by the Frostig Center in Pasadena, six personal attributes form the core ...
Views: 5869(7 votes) - Self-Compassion - More Powerful Than Self-Esteem - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2017 from Dr. John SchinnererWhat one single trait has been found to be healthier than self-esteem? Which trait has been shown to lead to more resiliency than self-esteem? What trait turns down the volume on negative emotions like guilt and self-loathing following a huge mistake? Self-Esteem Is NOT the Answer We Thought ...
Views: 5849(3 votes) - Teenagers... How Is Your Self-Esteem? FREE Test! - by Self-esteem might sound pretty complicated, but not if you break it into two words. Let's take a look at the word esteem first. Esteem (say: ehs-teem) is a fancy word for valuing someone or something or thinking that someone or something is important.
For example, if you really admire your ...
Views: 5824(2 votes) - Secrets to Choosing a Career that Fulfills You - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2020 from Vivian HarteHaving confidence in the workplace begins with having the type of job that fits your skills, talents and interests. If there is a mismatch between your personality and your job, you’ll most likely be unhappy and you’ll have additional stress in your life. Determine Your Preference: Data, ...
Views: 5819(1 vote) - The Amazing Tamanu Oil Acne Treatment That Really Works - Even On Acne Scars. - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Barry RocheIs there really a safe acne treatment that really works? Yes there is. In fact, this natural acne treatment has actually been around for centuries. Brought to the western worlds's attention by Dr Oz this acne treatment is based on the amazing skin healing properties of pure Tamanu Oil and is ...
Views: 5788(1 vote) - The Five Basic Principles To Help Build Your Self Confidence - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2011 from David FordFirstly, you need to realise that you have the ability to achieve your main aim in life so you must have a continual persistent attitude when applying yourself to attain the goal. Secondly, you must contribute some of your daily time towards positive thinking in relation to who you want to ...
Views: 5783(3 votes) - Retrain Your Perfectionist Tendencies - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2020 from Vivian HartePerfectionism surfaces in what you think, what you feel, and what you do. In order to retrain yourself, you’ll need to change things in each of these categories to make the biggest difference. In the end, you’ll be more productive, more satisfied, and closer in your personal ...
Views: 5683 - FEAR: A Self-imposed Prison and How to Overcome It - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2013 from Jay Tow, M. S. Counselor, Life Management and Relationship CoachAn article by: Jay Tow, M.S. During the many years I have worked as a counselor and coach, I have found that one thing holds people back from living the lives they want more than anything else. Fear is the one common emotion that inhibits us from making the changes that would improve our ...
Views: 5648(1 vote) - 7 Ways to Boost Your Self Esteem Quickly - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2002 from Roger ElliottIf you’re tired of feeling bad about yourself, or just want some tips for those down days, these 7 practical strategies will help you take action to lift your self esteem. 1) Think back to when you did something new for the first time. Learning something new is often accompanied by feelings of ...
Views: 5630 - Coaching in the Workplace - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Gerard ODonovanToday organizations employ life coaches in the workplace so that the employees can achieve the desired results through proper guidance and training and therefore achieve increased efficiency at work. Hence whether it involves completing deadlines, attending meetings or planning out the next ...
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