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- 8 Great Ways to Support Your Growth - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2011 from Belinda LamsI was walking along the streets of New York the other day, when I noticed a business sign posted in a construction zone. It said, 'Spring Scaffolding'. These two words immediately conjured up a couple of ideas. The first word is obvious: we're entering the Spring season. As I walk ...
Views: 1386 - 8 Pros Why You Should Start Your Writing Habit being a Student - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2016 from Dante MunnisNow, a lot of ink has been spilt over how you should make certain that you actually develop a writing habit and that you don’t just end up one of those people who calls themselves a writer and imagines themselves to be, but never actually puts anything on paper. So that is not the part I’m going ...
Views: 1361 - 8 Reasons Why It Is So Hard To Really Change Your Behaviour - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2021 from Dr.Purushothaman KollamWe are great at setting goals and bad at making any change in ourselves that will ultimately lead us to our success. Behavioral patterns are hardcoded in our brains and are somewhat unbreakable. Changing our behavior for our betterment is on everyone’s agenda and yet sustained change is a ...
Views: 858 - 8 Top Things That Destroy Motivation - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2019 from Christine Reidhead8 Top Things That Destroy Motivation Feeling like you just can’t rise and climb uphill to reach your goal, or even walk at a leisurely pace along a flat path to get there? You, the college student, are embarking on a new world and have the weight of your shoulders bearing down on you. What ...
Views: 899 - 8 ways to say "NO" - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2011 from Badmapriya MurugesanIt is just a two-letter word, but not a dirty one. It is the simplest thing to say, yet we hesitate to say it. The inability to say NO can cause mental stress?we do not want to do something, yet we cannot refuse, as we always want to be good. The moment I learnt to say NO I become ...
Views: 923 - 9 Daily Habits that Keep You On Self-Growth - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2017 from Hugh BeaulacAll people have positive and negative habits even without thinking about it. When we do something on a regular basis, it becomes a habit that automates the process. While it doesn't take much time to form daily habits, making the most out of your routines requires a lot of practice and ...
Views: 1355 - 9 Daily Habits That Will Change Your Life - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2021 from Dr.Purushothaman KollamHaving enormous goals for your life is exhilarating, exciting and sometimes, utterly terrifying. If you create daily habits to automate certain aspects of your life, however, you’ll create a sturdy foundation to require risks from. As tempting as it is to undertake and alter quite one habit ...
Views: 487 - 9 Small Habits That Will Take Your Practice to the Next Level - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2017 from Jennifer PatersonPractice makes perfect, they say. This is particularly true when it comes to mastering the artistry and technical skill of a musical instrument. But not every practice regimen will help you transform into the next Chopin or Yo-Yo Ma. It takes a dash of regular routine, a serving of ...
Views: 1148 - A Balance of Focus - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2013 from Youarn BellI had a thought the other day, and it was based on focus. In the coaching world we talk about ‘what you focus on is what you get’. This is not a new philosophy, it’s been bouncing around for a while. And it’s quite simple really – if you focus on good things, you’ll see good things everywhere – ...
Views: 1385 - A Compilation Of Valuable Poker Tips To Play At Online Casinos - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2021 from Amit KumarFor playing online casino games, you always have a broad range of options. Will you like to play as many poker games as possible? To have this experience, be mindful that you would not be without choices. When you begin playing online poker at an online casino, you'll discover a wide variety of ...
Views: 917 - A primer on how to change habits, be more productive, and improve your health - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Scott Q MarcusMost of life is done by rote. For most of us, alarm clocks buzz the same time every morning. The average grocery store stocks over 38,000 items; yet the standard shopper goes to the same store every week, usually on the same day, and chooses from the same few dozen items every outing. We ...
Views: 1161 - A Quality Bed is Important for Comfortable Sleep - by Submitted on May 18, 2021 from Jermaine SibandaIt is important to prepare well for bed at night. Sleeping is a very important function that contributes to our overall health and wellbeing. Doctors and health professionals all over the planet agree that an adult human being requires roughly eight hours of sleep each and every day. It does not ...
Views: 682 - A Quick Breathing Break - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2007 from Rebecca SheldonAs you sit and read these words on the computer screen, you are instantly transported to a moment in time that is peaceful and joyous. You might already feel yourself taking a deeper breath than the one before, and you might feel yourself sitting just a bit straighter, adjusting your shoulders, ...
Views: 1115 - A Quick Guide to Inner Balance: Part One - by Submitted on May 25, 2012 from Barbara AlexanderI have been compiling a quick list of practical tips to help you in the process of maintaining work-life balance as well as provide a tool to manage overwhelm. You have probably heard of some of these before, but are you actually doing them? Probably not, right? So, if this resonates for ...
Views: 1999 - A Restroom fit for Company - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2010 from Deborah McIncrowChances are that one of the final destinations on your cleaning schedule could potentially point to the guest bathroom. Typically this room is out of sight for the most part and when it’s out of sight it generally then refers to out of mind. Let’s shed some light on this particular room in your ...
Views: 1106 - A Valentine’s Day Gift: Go With All Your Heart! - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2018 from Noelle Nelson“Wherever you go, go with all your heart,” so Confucius said some 2500 years ago, and his wisdom still holds true. But how often do we heed it? How often do we go about our lives, our loves, our work, our friendships, our families, with all our heart? This Valentine’s Day, what if you ...
Views: 1182 - A Valuable Time Management Tool - The Ability to Say No - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2012 from Cindy HartmanPeople often remark that they have trouble with time management. They don’t have enough time in the day. They are always running behind. They rarely meet deadlines. If only they could manage their time better. Saying one short little word – no - can be the most important time management skill ...
Views: 2936 - Achieve IDEAL results in 5 simple steps - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2017 from Hussein TalebIf anyone tries to sell you the secret to success, walk away because they are trying to rip you off. There is no magical solution and no mystery to it. In fact, there is no secret! Scientists have repeatedly studied people who do well in life, solving problems effectively and almost ...
Views: 1260 - Adapt One Good Habit Expense Tracking For Better Investment - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2011 from Aaron SmithPeople have different goals every year. And many of us have goal of making money or managing money. But to manage money you need some baseline information about it. It is important to understand your expenses, they help in gathering information that where your money goes. Now a days with ...
Views: 1091 - Advantages Of Social Networks On A Personal Level - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2020 from Brooke WhistanceSocial media networks like Connect Social have grown by leaps and bounds, and have become incredibly popular in a short amount of time. Connect Social is a social network that was designed by Tariku Bogale, a famous celebrity who wanted to create a system that is not only professional, but also ...
Views: 763 - All is well that ends well…Take things to the end – Be a Finisher! - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2016 from Rupa ShendeIt was lovely to see Virat Kohli taking things to the finish in the recent matches against Pakistan and Sri Lanka. Do you start brilliantly on a project and then give up before the job has been done? This is a very common ailment. The beginning of any new project or venture is full of ...
Views: 1192 - AM I MOTIVATED OR INSPIRED? - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2018 from Kit GuptaAs a writer of two books in the self-improvement genre, I’ve heard numerous questions from my audiences about how one can improve themselves. But no one had ever asked something so peculiar. I’ll transcribe the submitted question verbatim. “There is so much talk about motivation everywhere. ...
Views: 967 - An Attitude of Praise and Gratitude - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2007 from Renee DuaneAN ATTITUDE OF PRAISE AND GRATITUDE When our son was 20, he returned home to live for a period of time. This arrangement was not what any of us would seemingly have chosen. While our son was working on establishing his independence, my husband and I were having difficulty shedding our role as ...
Views: 2877 - AN IDIOT’S GUIDE TO SURVIVING THE CORONAVIRUS - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2020 from James Mapes“Fear makes us stupid!” -James Mapes The dictionary defines ‘idiot’ as a stupid person. While the word is not socially acceptable, it serves a purpose here. Fear and uncertainty are not your friends. When we are fearful, we catastrophize. Without knowing it, we make a lot of ‘doom & ...
Views: 993 - An Older Guy Balances his Physical, Intellectual and Social Life - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2019 from Wm. Hovey SmithAn Older Guy Balances His Physical, Intellectual and Social Life Writers don’t retire, they just die. I am one of that tribe. At 77 I find myself living alone in Central Georgia while facing the tasks of earning money, keeping up my house, fighting off the ills of an aging body, maintaining ...
Views: 1009 - Are Excuses Preventing Growth? - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2019 from Elinor StutzAre Excuses Preventing Growth? Salespeople, entrepreneurs, and management all make excuses preventing growth. And when they experience a downturn in sales, they act puzzled. Asking for help is one of the best remedies for when we encounter difficulty. Seeking help is also one of the better ...
Views: 796 - Are unmet needs sending you to the refrigerator? - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2011 from Julie SimonDoes it feel like you’re living your life, day-to-day, with many of your needs unmet? Do you think this may have something to do with your overeating? If so, you’re not alone. Many overeaters, frustrated by years of unmet needs, find themselves regularly “using” food for emotional comfort, ...
Views: 1623 - Are You A Dog With A Bone? - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2007 from Lorraine CohenHave you ever tried to get a bone away from a dog that is intent on hanging onto it? They sink their teeth into the bone and hold on. They can play with it for hours before walking away or burying it somewhere. That’s how I feel sometimes when I’m holding onto something that I won’t release. I ...
Views: 1476 - Are You a Secret People Pleaser? [quiz] - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2015 from Pat LaDouceurWhat would happen if you said Yes to everything you were asked to do? You might end up in one of these situations: •Damitri had a to-do list of over 70 items, and he felt like he was always disappointing someone. •Amie spent almost a third of her workweek dealing with email, and worried ...
Views: 1878 - Are You Addicted to Your Device? - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2014 from Mike RobbinsThis past weekend, while we were away for the 4th of July holiday, I had a profound realization of how addicted I've become to my iPhone. While I love many aspects of how technology enhances our lives and allows us to connect with one another in some very cool ways, I'm also aware of the ...
Views: 1683 - Are You Being Honest With Yourself? - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2012 from Teal ScottHonesty is one of man kind’s most cherished virtues. But what is honesty? Honesty is the process of recognizing, accepting and expressing our authentic, true self. And this process starts with you. Nothing is more important than being honest with your self. All too often, we fall into the ...
Views: 2830 - Are you constantly seeking approval? It may be time to quit this dangerous habit. - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2011 from Tele OpakunleAre you always looking for validation? Family, friends and colleagues are always in better control of your life’s direction, you are in fact fond of sampling ideas and opinions. Maybe you belong to that group of people who started with confusion and have ended up with greater confusion by the ...
Views: 2038 - Are You Living Your True Self? - by Submitted on May 11, 2007 from Josh PerezMany people today are not living there true self. Many people believe certain things about themselves, but it rarely shows up in their actions. Between beliefs and actions are a person's values. What do you value? If you truly value it, then it will show up in your actions. You may say you value ...
Views: 1356 - Are You Repeating Yourself to Success or Failure? - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2013 from Christina WeberReading and meditating on scripture can lead you to depths of understanding and insights that are often life-changing. Gospel writers Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John did not get a 5th side kick named Anita. But I have found Anita Kirkman’s (founder and CEO of Vision in Purpose (VIP) Coaching ...
Views: 1328 - Are You Sure Your Manners Are Acceptable? - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinHaving good manners is defined as behaving in a way that does not make other people uncomfortable in your presence. Since it is crucial that a workplace have a pleasant and supportive environment, everyone in it is expected to contribute to creating a workplace environment that promotes good ...
Views: 1499 - Are You Top Talent? - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2014 from Christina WeberI currently am interviewing seven candidates for a marriage and family therapy associate in my practice when I chanced upon Andrew Miller’s article on the 3 Attributes to Look For In Top Talent. According to Miller, the top talent has the right blend of 1) attitude, 2) mindset, and 3) ...
Views: 1393 - Are Your Habits Obsessive, Compulsive, Or Addictive? - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2008 from tom coghillEveryone performs habitual actions, such as looking both ways before crossing the road, but when our habitual behavior loses rationality and upsets our day to day existence and ability to function, it can be called compulsive. What is compulsive behavior? Compulsive actions afford relief from ...
Views: 2965 - Asset - Thinking About The Needs Of Others - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2008 from Josh PerezWe can be selfish people can’t we? We can get so focused and consumed with “me” that we do not pay any attention to the people around us. I think of a husband who is so wrapped up in his job or business. He works 60 plus hours trying to climb to the top or works hard to make his business ...
Views: 1043 - At a Cross-Road? - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2012 from Mickey OddwinGoal setting, force of habit and comfort zone stretching can be perfectly summed up and combined by metaphorically learning to cross the road again. Imagine you’re a toddler again. You thought you could do anything. There was no fear, but no education either. Before long though, your parents ...
Views: 1053 - Attention and Work/Life Productivity - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2014 from Geraldine MarkelOn average, dealing with distractions and interruptions at work can consume more than two hours out of your whole workday. It’s no different at home. The boundaries between work and life are blurred and technology and our fast-paced lives interfere with our productivity and sense of ...
Views: 1580 - Attitude Adjustment - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2012 from Tina TessinaI have before about emotional hygiene and doing the necessary maintenance on feelings as well as your physical body and household. Health reminders tell us to wash our hands frequently to prevent transmittal of diseases. Did you know you can “wash” your mood, too, and give yourself an attitude ...
Views: 1882 - Avoiding Road Rage - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2011 from Amber WilsonI remember the time when I was going to my Calgary Dodge dealers for some tune-up, and I happened to yell and honk loudly at the car in front of me when the driver took almost four seconds to go when the streetlight signal turned green. When I arrived at the the dealership, I was surprised ...
Views: 826 - Avoiding the Trap of Self Pity - by Submitted on May 15, 2012 from David OrmanYou don’t always get it right. I don’t always get it right. We make mistakes and fail at times. It is a natural, albeit annoying part of life. And it feels poorly. Who am I kidding. . . .it is horrible! Depending upon the situation, it is either disappointing or gut-wrenchingly ...
Views: 2114 - Backup Plans - by Submitted on May 26, 2015 from Jeanna GabelliniWhen you have a goal or desire that is important to you, do you ever go into mental overdrive before you see the results? I know I have. I watch my clients do it, too. You can go into overdrive in several ways: *Think about every scenario possible that could go wrong *Think about ...
Views: 1487 - Bad Habits Preventing us from change - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2021 from Dr.Purushothaman KollamEven though most of us want to change our life in the most effective way, some of our old habits (mostly bad) prevent us from moving from our ongoing journey. Knowingly or unknowingly we still have some habits which are a hindrance to our success. Each and every one make some mistakes and ...
Views: 505 - Balance Function with Intention to Clear the Clutter, Reduce Stress and Save Time - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2012 from Marquita HeraldDefinition of clutter: Anything you own, possess, or do that does not ENHANCE your life on a regular basis. Most of us have a little clutter here or there, and well yes, some of us have more than a little. The most obvious toll lack of organization takes is the added stress on one’s life. ...
Views: 1808 - Balancing Your Life - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2011 from Maria KhalifeI believe that being successful means having a balance of success stories across the many areas of your life. You can't truly be considered successful in your business life if your home life is in shambles. ~ Zig Ziglar What is called "the norm" for today's lifestyle is very different ...
Views: 753 - Banish the Winter Blues - 6 Ways to Stay Positive in January and February - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2017 from Roz AndrewsAfter the warm glow of Christmas, January and February can appear to be cold, somber and miserable months. The gloomy days of winter are mirrored in many people’s lives as they feel slightly depressed, and low on energy and motivation. Here are six ways to banish the “winter blues” by ...
Views: 1759 - Be grateful for corrupt politicians. 10 reasons why you should be grateful for them from The Science of Getting Rich by William Wattles - by Submitted on May 01, 2012 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieTHE BENEFITS OF BEING GRATEFUL 1. Grateful souls are closer to God. Get closer to God when you are grateful. The soul that is always grateful lives in closer touch with God than those who never look to God in thankful acknowledgement. The mental attitude of gratitude draws the mind into ...
Views: 2378 - Be On Time and Win More Business! - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2009 from Lorraine PirihiHave you ever arrived for an appointment at the correct time only to be told the person you are seeing is running late? I'm sure that has happened to you on many occasions. In the story I'm about to relay to you, this incident happened to one of my clients recently. Gary and his wife arrived ...
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