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- From Ego to Eagle - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2010 from Yvonne González-BáezFROM EGO TO EAGLE © From jail to freedom… From Fear to Love It is not just what we do, it´s why we do it. Do you work in such or such thing because that´s what “others” told you would be better in this every-day-more-tough-and-difficult-world? Or is it because that´s what you like the ...
Views: 2791(2 votes) - ***Do the Math - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2013 from Bruce SchneiderHere’s a little brain teaser for you. Why are all the following equations correct? 1 = 1 24 = 1 1,440 = 1 86,400 = 1 Did you get it right away? Need a clue? OK, here’s a hint…take it one day at a time. Got it now? No? Well, as much as I would enjoy making you rack your brain to ...
Views: 2787 - 25 Inspirational Keys to Strengthen Your Courage in Economic Hard Times - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2009 from Gerri D SmithQuote - A dream written down with a date becomes a GOAL. A goal broken down into steps becomes a PLAN. A plan backed by ACTION makes your dream come true. -Greg Reid If you could plan your future, what would it look like? What are your hopes, dreams and images of financial success? What is ...
Views: 2775 - Feeling Hopeful Again - by Submitted on May 01, 2011 from Adam BenedettoAs we go through life, sometimes we lose the idea of hope; we give up on things changing, on ourselves, on our world becoming better. We lose the hope that resides within, so that we can come to terms with what has already happened thus far in our lives. We see what has come before and assume ...
Views: 2768 - Writing and the Creative Imagination - How to Avoid Writer's Block - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: Writing and the Creative Imagination - How to Avoid Writer's Block Author: Craig Lock Category (key words): Writing, Creative Writing, How to Write Creatively, Writing Hints/Tips, Creative Writing Course,Writing Course, Online Writing Course, Imagination, Creative Imagination ...
Views: 2767(1 vote) - Napoleon Hill’s Success Quotes - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2013 from Ewen ChiaNapoleon Hill was an author who wrote books like Think And Grow Rich and Outwitting the Devil: The Secret to Freedom and Success. He was also President Franklin Roosevelt’s advisor. Napoleon Hill is certain one of the people that many look up to when it comes to changing their mindset and ...
Views: 2728 - How to Attract Happiness - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2010 from Roseanna LeatonI wonder whether you noticed an article by the columnist David Brooks in the New York Times entitled the "Sandra Bullock Trade". It certainly caught my eye as it focuses upon the interactions between personal and professional success with levels of happiness. Over the last few decades much ...
Views: 2724(1 vote) - Sharing Some Uplifting and Inspirational Thoughts (the Building-Blocks for a New "Work") - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Craig Lock"We share what we know, so that we all may grow." SHARING SOME UPLIFTING AND INSPIRATIONAL THOUGHTS Here are some short thoughts (and phrases) from my red book in point form), that I've collected over the years (instead of stamps or bottle-tops). Some are my own thoughts that I've ...
Views: 2722(2 votes) - Getting To The Core Of Who You Are - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2014 from Garrett PaknisWhat is it that you most want, but are afraid of speaking up about? Has there been something that you've kept locked away from all your friends and family members simply because of a fear of being judged or ridiculed? Is there some sort of secret fantasy life you wish to live yet you don't ...
Views: 2708 - Overcome Adversity – Listen to Complete Spiritual Healing Messages - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Cindy L. HerbA saturation of cries for help from many friends and family who need my support to overcome adversity has setback my progress in many areas of my life right now. It seems many people are feeling overwhelmed---having relationship issues, work problems or plain general havoc in their lives. No one ...
Views: 2708(1 vote) - Fight for Success-Series 2--Kill the Monster while it's small - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2009 from Chris SuttonKill the Monster While It's Small This is a very successful technique in interrupting your pattern. Killing a monster while he's small refers to jumping all over a challenge immediately, before it grows into something that you can't control. Imagine a little T-rex about the size of your ...
Views: 2687(2 votes) - Spiritual Soul Core Strengthening—Foundation Repair and Building—Structural Reinforcement to Weather Severe Storms - by Submitted on May 04, 2010 from Cindy L. HerbIn spring, we often see very strong storms. Many times, the wind blows so hard that trees topple over. This is especially true if the tree is already old, weak or has no foundation of firm roots. I have a beautiful tree in the middle of my backyard. Last year, while having an annual tree ...
Views: 2684(2 votes) - The Top 10 Performance Makeup Mistakes and How to FIX Them - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Jessica Dupont MichaelsAs a former professional dancer in NYC for 10 years, I would see beautiful young girls haphazardly pile loads of makeup on their face for performances. Time and time again, I witnessed backstage how poor makeup skills can get, well, ugly! As a makeup artist, I learned how makeup can accentuate ...
Views: 2682 - *** We'll See - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2008 from Laura MonzoThere is a Taoist story of an old farmer who had worked his crops for many years. One day his horse ran away. Upon hearing the news, his neighbors came to visit. “Such bad luck,” they said sympathetically. “We’ll see,” the farmer replied. The next ...
Views: 2671(4 votes) - Fly Your Kite - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Belinda LamsHave you ever watched a kite? They soar in the stratosphere - free, unencumbered, dancing and twirling in the wind. However, kites don't fly all by themselves. They need help. Who is on the other end of the string? A pilot. A solid anchor connected to the earth. If the kite ...
Views: 2671 - 4 Levels of Love – How to Deepen Your Love Walk - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2012 from Ruth SeebeckLove is, above all, the gift of oneself. ~Jean Anouilh Love. No word in the English language is more used or less understood. • I love you. • I love my car. • I love Mexican food. • I love to sleep late. • I love my family. • I love God. All the same word in our English language … ...
Views: 2657 - Recognizing Synchronicity ~ Guidance from the Archangels - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2011 from Heather JacobyRecognizing Synchronicity ~ Guidance from the Archangels By Heather Fanjoy, ATP® While preparing for this topic I was continuously receiving the message that it is all of the realms of angels who facilitate our recognition of the synchronicities of life. In many instances, it is the angels ...
Views: 2657(1 vote) - Kindness for Kids: Kindness starts with you. - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2010 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieCHILDREN ARE OUR FUTURE, TEACH THEM WELL Numerous songs abound exhorting the importance of treating and teaching children well, because they are our future. If we want children to be kind then we must first be kind ourselves and extend our kindness out toward others. FOLLOW MY ...
Views: 2656(1 vote) - Thank a Woman - Barbra Askins - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2011 from kati barrThose jaw dropping images of the earth from space have the same thing in common with our old photographs we bring in to be restored: Barbara Askins, who invented the technology that allows us to do both. Barbara was a teacher, and once her children were in school she returned to college. ...
Views: 2653(1 vote) - Have you ever wondered what you are capable of achieving? - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2011 from Andrew HortonIf you are searching for exceptional results, you will need to be different and to do things in your own unique and special way. This is one of the best ways for you to stand out from the herd. As long as you choose to remain part of the crowd and you keep doing things that are fashionable, ...
Views: 2648(1 vote) - Leadership and Overcoming Adversity: Balancing of Justice and Forgiveness - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2010 from PROF. HOWARD EDWARD HALLEROvercoming Adversity and Leadership: Balancing of Justice and Forgiveness I personally interviewed Major General Sid Shachnow (U. S. Army Retired), the former head of all U.S. Army Special Forces, as one of the accomplished leader participants for my Gonzaga University Doctoral dissertation ...
Views: 2646(82 votes) - 7 Most Inspiring Books - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2015 from Laura Callisen7 Most Inspiring Books Sometimes it just seems as if life circumstances cause you to hit an emotional wall. It is during these times that taking the steps required to live a life that is happy and fulfilling is nearly impossible. The tasks of building success in your career and relationships ...
Views: 2645 - "Endless Possibilities" and Jesus - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: "Endless Possibilities" and Jesus Author Name: Craig Lock Category (key words): Spirituality, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Christianity, faith, hope, inspiration, spiritual growth Web site: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from his various ...
Views: 2635 - PATIENCE AND PERSISTENCE: Profoundly powerful powers that underpin success - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2010 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieWEB WARS Two stories are the inspiration for today’s blessings. The first story comes from the UK. Robert the Bruce was fighting for the independence of Scotland against the English, but he lost a battle and was hiding in a cave. He was downtrodden and perhaps even contemplating that everything ...
Views: 2617 - How Do You Develop Charisma? - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2010 from Ty BennettI met Kenton Worthington seven years ago. He's one of the most successful young entrepreneurs I know. I remember coming home the day we were introduced and telling my wife I'd just met one of the most charismatic people I'd ever known. She said what does that mean? And I sat there trying to ...
Views: 2607(8 votes) - Inspirational Stories For Everyone - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraInspirational stories have always been one way of spreading values around since it allows us to learn and be aware of various values while at the same time having fun and enjoying listening and reading. Stories had played a great part in our lives because we learn from them especially if they ...
Views: 2598 - *** Are You Alone? Is God Alone? - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Christine BreeseYou are not alone. We are all here together and all you have to do is reach out to others and they will be there for you. You'll have to make yourself available to others or you won't be able to have "right fellowship." Go to the spiritual circles in your area, go to events and gatherings where ...
Views: 2593(1 vote) - Eyes to See and Ears to Hear by Abraham Rose - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2011 from Abraham Rose and Johnny L. EllisDo you sometimes feel empty? Are you going through a long dry spell? Or, might you have already discovered your eyes to see and ears to hear. Many year ago, when I began repeating the powerful little prayer, “I will to will Thy will,” my life changed. These six little words are great for ...
Views: 2591(1 vote) - The 3 Simplest Words You Must Use Every Day If You Want Success. - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Thomas AndersonMindset The Power Of Your Thinking...The Results Of Your Doing! Today, we’re going to discuss what it takes to think the right way in order to achieve all your dreams. There is a particular mindset principle that we’d like to focus on in this e-book. It’s a principle based not upon ...
Views: 2587(3 votes) - Is it a Sign from the Universe? - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2009 from Beth and Lee McCainYou're driving along and as you tap your fingers to the beat of the radio you happen to notice a billboard with the number 111 in the corner. "Wonder what it is doing there?" you think to yourself but you soon forget about the crazy out of place number as you pull in to the parking lot of your ...
Views: 2574(4 votes) - Want Real World Change? Stop Complaining - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Timothy BarlowIf you really want to change your life and help build a better world for yourself and others, you might want to consider this little piece of advice: stop complaining. You don’t have to travel far these days to come across this crippling habit — there’s plenty of people fussing about the ...
Views: 2565(4 votes) - Seasons of Change: The Law of Rhythm - by Submitted on May 11, 2009 from Charlene MurphyI’m sure you’ve heard the phrase, “Everything is either growing or it’s dying.” It’s a simple expression that sums up the Universal Law of Rhythm, which states that the energy in the universe is like a pendulum. When something swings to the right, then it must swing to the left. Everything in ...
Views: 2564(1 vote) - It's None Of Your Business What Anyone Thinks of You - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2009 from Intent.com Authors“It’s none of your business what anyone thinks of you”, Love Who You are With Pride! A bold statement I know but a very true statement. A statement that I have begun to truly live my life by, because why would it be your business what anyone else thinks of you? We spend our whole lives ...
Views: 2562(4 votes) - Seven Great Quotes from Nelson Mandela’s Auto-biography ‘Long Walk to Freedom’ - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: Seven Great Quotes from Nelson Mandela’s Auto-biography ‘Long Walk to Freedom’ Author: Eamon Kircher-Allen Shared by: Craig Lock Web site: longgonedaddy.wordpress.com/ Sourced from: ...
Views: 2561 - Advantages of Hiring A Business Motivational Speaker - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2013 from RRamon FulcherMotivational speakers are the type of people who provide you with speeches that are meant to motivate and inspire people. Numerous businesses hire motivational speakers to cheer their employees and see the prospective future with a positive outlook. A lot of people do get confused between ...
Views: 2558 - Five Pillars of Happiness - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2013 from William CottringerFIVE PILLARS OF HAPPINESS by Bill Cottringer “Happiness is not something ready-made. It comes from your own actions.” ~Dalai Lama. Happiness is the end game goal of living. Whatever it is you are doing, it is to secure happiness. In a paradoxical way, how you define happiness ...
Views: 2553(1 vote) - Helen Keller Quotes That Inspire You To Live Life To The Fullest - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Michael LeeWho hasn't heard of Helen Keller quotes? From the time you were in school, teachers have been quick to point out how the American author and political activist helped shape how the world looks at women and disabilities. Her words, especially the ones below, have always been a source of ...
Views: 2553 - Who am I, Lion or Lamb (Personality Vs. Individuality) - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2010 from Nerak AmiAs I write this, I am doing my own mental reflections since the truth is, I will not speak of things I am not trying to apply in my own life. It is always a work in progress. If I ask, "who am I " - there are many who could give synopsis of my personality based on my past behavior and would ...
Views: 2553(2 votes) - Bring Forth the Genius Within You - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2009 from Laurel ClarkLeonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Marie Curie, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Mahatma Gandhi, Mother Teresa … there are many people throughout history who have changed the world through responding to inner inspiration. We call these people geniuses. They are the ...
Views: 2548(13 votes) - Sharing a few Quotations/Thoughts on HOPE and LOVE - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: Sharing a few Quotations/Thoughts on HOPE and LOVE Shared by: Craig Lock Category (key words): Hope, Quotations, Love, Thoughts, “Inspiration, Spiritual”, Inspirational Writings. Web Site: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from his ...
Views: 2540(1 vote) - 7 Surprising Reasons Why Your Life Is Boring - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2014 from Jennifer SarpongAs sure as you can go to the doctor and get a prescription, you can get a life that’s not fulfilling. If your life is boring, here are some surprising reasons why. It’s possible to consistently choose habits, designed to do nothing but keep you in a boring life. These are your prescription life ...
Views: 2539 - Get Rid of Those Old, Disempowering Thoughts! - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2009 from Peggy McCollIt takes courage and effort to get rid of old, disempowering thoughts and beliefs that hold us back, but it can be done! Not long ago, my late mother was very weak from cancer and lying in a hospital bed. My brother and I were trying to figure out how we might get her outside on a lovely day ...
Views: 2534(4 votes) - Never Underestimate Yourself Because.... - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2011 from pooja brahmiSome inspiring words that my hubby’s grandfather told him, words that are simple yet influential. He shared his story of life – his mistakes, his regrets and a lot more. He said whatever mistakes I made just don’t make those mistakes. It’s certain that you will have your share of mistakes based ...
Views: 2533 - The Ordinary Singer Vs. The Extraordinary Singer. Is Being Good-Good Enough? - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2013 from Diana YampolskyOver almost three decades of the existence of my vocal school, I had in my possession, estimated, close to 20 000 students to date, and that not to count numerous workshops and seminars I've conducted around the world. My "claim to fame" for all these years has been: Beginner to pro-singer ...
Views: 2531 - Wake Up . . . Live the Life You Love - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2008 from Edward DuCoinI was an "only child" with five siblings. My two brothers and three sisters ranged from seven to twenty-one years old. Even though we are a very close family, I grew up during my teenage years almost as an only child. I was never lonely because I had two wonderful parents. They spent their ...
Views: 2531 - It's All About Attitude! - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Annette ColbyHave you heard the phrase "attitude is everything"? Indeed, your attitude determines the quality of your life. Your attitude can have a great impact on your level of success, including how you deal with challenges and obstacles. It's your attitude that determines the path you take as well as ...
Views: 2528 - It's Never Too Late - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Judi MoreoIt’s never too late to be what you might have been or do what you might have done! Often I hear people say they once wanted to do something or go somewhere, but they were too busy and life passed them by. They wish they could have been or done whatever it was. Well, think about this! You ...
Views: 2528(3 votes) - Five Ways to Make Your Winter WOEs Fly Away - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2013 from Rob WhiteEven the most motivated and upbeat positive thinkers are susceptible to winter WOEs. WOE is an acronym for "What On Earth" is happening. It's what you say when you take on the role of helpless victim. It's also what you say on a dark winter day when the blues and blahs are getting to ...
Views: 2517(2 votes) - It's good to have a plan...no? - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2012 from Lena ChenAs a Virgo (well known to be perfectionists and way too fussy!), I used to have the need to plan every single aspect of my life, and I did - right down to the extent where I would decide which route to take from point A to point B to save the most time ("...down the stairs and turn right, or ...
Views: 2517 - TABOO TOPICS: Are some things too scary to contemplate? Two techniques to ensure death is not too scary to contemplate for you - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieDEATHLY TABOOS We live, we die. That is a fact of life. People worldwide refuse to talk about it, refuse to think about it and refuse to do anything about it. They brush it under the carpet. Do they think it will not happen to them! Wrong! We all die at some time and it is ostrich behavior not ...
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