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Mobile app development company, abit corp providing services across all platforms and technologies since 2011 based in Indore with implacable standards. We develop Android and IOS app both in native as well as in Hybrid platforms. Also we do react native mobile app development. Our team focuses ... Views: 797
Not very often that you luckily find a job that matches your personality. Sometimes you fall in a job that is totally a contrast to your personality.
But before you try to escape, I think at first you can take this opportunity to learn interesting things in order to develop yourself, or maybe ... Views: 796
The Pretender
Put up your hand if you ever feel like a fraud. A fake? A phoney? A pretender? Me too. Even in the middle of some (relative) success, I have often felt not ‘something’ enough. Not smart enough. Qualified enough. Experienced enough. Lean enough. Young enough. Old enough. Funny ... Views: 795
Listening Builds Self-Esteem
It has been said that, "Rapt attention is the highest form of flattery." When you listen intently to another person and it is clear that you genuinely care about what that other person is saying, his or her self-esteem goes up. His or her feeling of personal value ... Views: 794
If you are someone who is haunted by the fear of stepping up, or are unsure as to why fear motivates you to avoid doing the one thing you know you want to do – you are likely feeling helpless to understand why its hold on you is so strong. You may also be wondering why so called “experts” have ... Views: 794
In order to lose weight you must first look at why you have become overweight. What choices, subconscious or unconscious, led you to this point? Sometimes it may feel like you have always been so, that it is out of your control. But this is the furthest thing from the truth. Weight comes by ... Views: 794
Imagine a water pitcher filled to almost overflowing. Now, see yourself pouring a glass of water from that pitcher. Make sure the glass, like the pitcher, is full. The water pitcher represents what I like to call the fountain of self-esteem. The glass of water represents you. From the time you ... Views: 794
This is an informative & educational story about Mary Ellen Stoll: Former Speech and Singing Voice Repair Client from Brockville, Ontario – Now an active member of the Brockville Barbershop Chorus (Thousand Islanders Chorus).
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"Hi Diana, I just wanted to let you know I survived ... Views: 793
In the last post, we looked at the terms of symptoms, motivation, and vision. When understood all three can provide the fuel for the engine of your self-improvement. In this post, we will look at tolerations, tolerations, strategy, strategize and attraction. These four terms will conclude our ... Views: 793
Low self-esteem can negatively effect a person's work, personal, and scholastic life. The continual feeling of unworthiness and inadequacy often undermines any attempt to succeed even at simple tasks. If you find that you are suffering from these types of feelings, you need to ask yourself, "Is ... Views: 791
Self confidence is akin to a tool. It provides you with a sense of certainty, and helps you to manage your fears. Self confidence is usually built up through a history of positive experiences, and with an improved sense of self confidence you will find that your esteem and mental state will be ... Views: 790
There is some gold to be mined during the Holidays in discovering your keys to success in life. For most of us, the normal routine is gone. It disappeared during the Christmas. And it was good. Now we have entered that twilight zone.
What is the twilight zone? It is a time and place where the ... Views: 790
People who seem overconfident or too interested in them selves are often called narcissistic. Narcissism is a thought and behaviour pattern that involves many negative elements including:
• Overconfidence
• Fascination with the self
• Excess ... Views: 790
Over the years I have heard a number of people say that the only reason someone would be depressed is because their life lacks meaning. I even heard a yoga teacher come out with the same view.
But before I go into what my thoughts are on this, I will go along with what these people ... Views: 790
A number of years ago, I heard the saying, ‘what you resist, persists’. When I first heard it stood out but it didn’t really mean much, but as time has gone by and my understanding of it has changed, it has gradually come to mean a lot.
Anyway, a few days ago I came across this quote whilst I ... Views: 790
All over the world, there are hundreds if not thousands of languages, but the only language that is universal and does not need to be understood but only felt is music. It is the only language that brings people of every race, background, and belief together to share an experience of feelings, ... Views: 789
When I was reading ‘The Integrity Of Personality’ by Anthony Storr, there were a lot of things that stood out. This is a book that came out a few decades ago, but it is full of great information.
And one of the things that stood out was when he basically said that a therapist can’t make a ... Views: 788
As human beings, it’s our inherent yet dire desire to evolve and interact with the community and environment. As we grow from childhood, we learn new things and are exposed to new ideas that shape our perception of the world.
Most of our lives, we chase intrinsic pleasures like happiness, ... Views: 788
People often think in a negative manner and they just don’t know the actual reason behind it. They probably believe that this is due to lower self confidence though there are a few other aspects as well which should also be included in their considerations. Self esteem is an essential ... Views: 788
Quite often we get in our own way when trying to achieve success by 'allowing' life to create obstacles! Sometimes it is the personal behavior or attitudes of ourselves or even others that keeps us from our reaching our full potential. In either case in order to become successful, these ... Views: 787
Even though someone has the desire to achieve something it doesn’t mean that they won’t also do things to hold themselves back. The trouble is that they might not be aware of the things that they are doing to undermine themselves.
As a result of this, they can end up blaming other people for ... Views: 785
Success gurus and self-made millionaires routinely preach the mantra that “Your thoughts become habits, your habits become your reality.” They suggest that knowing your purpose and living with passion is an unstoppable recipe for success. Once you’ve got it you’ll never ... Views: 785
Different Emotions and Lack of Self-confidence
How did it feel the last time you were criticized, rejected or dumped?
Mostly anyone would feel bad on going through any of the previous situations. A normal reaction, one that many people have, is to do their best to find out what was wrong ... Views: 785
If someone’s life is not how they want it to be, they could end up reaching out for external support. Naturally, this is going to be far better than simply tolerating what is going on and suffering in silence.
This could be a time when they reach out for the support of a therapist or healer. ... Views: 785
To better understand self-improvement coaching and what a personal business coach does, or as they are also called, personal development business coaches, I find that a great deal of the mystery around coaching can be taken away when we understand some key terms and how they are ... Views: 785
I plan on doing the unthinkable in 2009. I am going to gain as much as I can and plan to steer clear of things and thoughts when it comes to losing.
I have been losing for years and where does it get me? Lose so much that you don’t even recognize yourself. Some days I have to glance at ... Views: 784
Many people struggle to feel confident with their abilities in their jobs. To put it another way, many people wish they were more self-confident in their work, handling difficult situations, and dealing with coworkers. If you are one of these people, you are definitely not alone. So what can you ... Views: 783
Character is the real foundation of all worthwhile success. The question you must always ask yourself is, what kind of advice do I give to others that I need to follow myself. Living a double life will not get you any where. Thoughts lead to purpose; purposes lead to action, actions lead to ... Views: 783
You are a practicing Being Unstoppable! You are someone committed to having it all…right?
You want the money, you want the freedom, and you want the joy of existence…you want to be inspired and in action on your dreams…feeling the exhilaration of being a fully engaged adult on ... Views: 783
A little while ago, I was thinking about how I felt about myself at the beginning of my journey and how I feel about myself now. What this made me think about are the different stages that I have gone through.
Earlier on, I didn’t have much love for myself and, as the years passed, this ... Views: 782
Although some people feel safe in their body and as though they deserve to exist, there are others that don’t experience life in this way. However, regardless of whether someone fits into the first category or the second, it doesn’t mean that they will be consciously aware of it.
Yet, even ... Views: 782
If you struggle with procrastination, and are avoiding what you have set out to do or its a mild dream you cannot seem to ground, you are not alone! Our tendencies toward procrastination are driven by old emotional programming hidden deep in our subconscious minds. This programming reveals ... Views: 781
In the classic holiday movie It’s a Wonderful Life, Jimmy Stewart played the role of a small town young man whose greatest ambition was to leave for the big city at his earliest opportunity to seek his fortune. When fate seemed to have other plans for him, he grew despondent and felt hopeless. A ... Views: 781
If you are someone who has “failed” at something in the past and you are now struggling with the negative self-talk generated by these memories, this article is for you. If you have bought into the unconscious trap of how these memories of failure are useful to you then consider this question. ... Views: 781
In the previous three posts we have looked at the fear that is based on indifference, indecision and doubt. In this post we will look at worry. And, like the other fears, worry has a valid time and place. Yet, when you are consumed with worry it robs you of the energy and focus to accomplish ... Views: 781
Pretty much any self help book you can buy will stress the importance of having a positive mental attitude to life if you wish you achieve ultimate success.
Think of the grand-daddy of them all, “The Power of Positive Thinking” by Norman Vincent Peale, still selling well today, despite being ... Views: 780
Question:
I have studied numerous spirituality and all sorts of self help across the board. My number one thing I still struggle with is insecurity and confidence. On a spiritual standpoint; I believe confidence comes from believing in yourself- knowing, that your capable of doing things..but ... Views: 780
Every day of life, everyone draws upon what researchers call the innate capacity for overcoming adversity: Resiliency. When dealing life's small hassles, such as getting stuck in a traffic jam or diffusing an argument with a coworker, or making the necessary arrangements to take care of a ... Views: 780
Three ways to become a more positive person:
(Mentally) Wish others well even if they are annoying, causing you distress or they are negative. Example: a car cuts you off on the highway. Instead of blowing your horn, you smile to yourself and in your head (sincerely… not with your middle ... Views: 779
This month, Anthony Churchill and 1-0-1 Publishing launch The 5 Secret Keys (www.becomemoreconfident.com), a dynamic new program designed to help individuals gain the self-assurance they need to have more successful and fulfilling lives. In this new program, users will learn invaluable life ... Views: 779
If one was to come across someone that had a deeper understanding of something, it doesn’t mean that they would end up putting this person on a pedestal. As a result of this, the other person will be seen as knowledgeable but one won’t perceive them as being better than they themselves ... Views: 778
One way of looking at the current age would be to describe it as the age of impulsivity. Unlike the past, there is less pressure on people to keep things in and to control their thoughts and feelings.
Nowadays, people are often encouraged to express how they feel and to allow their inner ... Views: 777
Earlier on I was waiting in line for something and the person in front of me asked the cashier a question. They didn’t receive an answer, though, and this made them turn to me and say that they were being ignored.
A few seconds later, this person asked the cashier the same question and once ... Views: 777
Creative writing becomes perfect when it is a perfect blend of facts and imagination. Very few writers have the expertise to convert dry facts into interesting reading stuff. As more and more readers are relying on online articles and newsletters for relevant information, this has increased ... Views: 776
Self-image and confidence is not to be taken lightly. You cannot really rise above, or at least stay above your self-image. In fact, your brain acts as a cybernetic mechanism, which is a fancy way of saying "thermostat". Whatever is your set point tends to be your self-fulfilling prophecy.
If ... Views: 775
Some hold onto the excuse “it’s just my karma” to validate their reasons for remaining static, they feel this is a good enough reason to stay exactly where they are. To be blunt, this is a poor excuse for inaction. And my word there are so many more…proclamations along the lines of “Oh well, you ... Views: 775
Just because someone can look like a whole human being on the outside, meaning that they have a head and a body, it doesn’t mean that they are in touch with the totality of their being. There is the chance that they are aware of what is going on up top, but are unaware of what is going on down ... Views: 775
When I was speaking to Ben Ralston a number of weeks ago, he mentioned something that really made me think. Ben is a therapist and trainer of therapists, healer, advanced Sivananda Yoga teacher, and writer.
We were talking about the self-image and he ended up touching upon a book that he had ... Views: 775
If you want to make someone think about something, you don't simply repeat the idea to them. You do repeat it, but not in a direct way. When you want to convince someone with something or when you want someone to think about something, you give them a reason to think about it. When you want to ... Views: 774
There was a time when all people were created equal. No one was better that the other person. There were no nasty eyes looking over you, judging your hair, your eyes, your clothes. Unfortunately, most babies only live in the hospital for a couple of days and once they are discharged from that ... Views: 774